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SINEXCEL's First Project to Enter Japan's Frequency Regulation Market Officially Begins Market Trading

SINEXCEL — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:05:01 +0900

MATSUSAKA, Japan, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SINEXCEL (300693.SZ) announced that its first battery energy storage project to enter Japan's frequency regulation market officially began market trading in June. Located in Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture, the 2 MW/8 MWh system marks a significant milestone in the company's participation in Japan's rapidly evolving energy storage market.

SINEXCEL's First Project to Enter Japan's Frequency Regulation Market Officially Begins Market Trading

Advancing into Japan's Frequency Regulation Market

Japan's frequency regulation market is known for its stringent technical and operational requirements for battery energy storage systems, including performance, response speed, reliability, and system integration capabilities. Before entering commercial operation, the Matsusaka project successfully completed grid connection, system commissioning, market qualification, and trading registration.

Delivered in collaboration with local partners, the project was developed to meet all applicable market requirements and support stable participation in frequency regulation services, demonstrating the readiness of SINEXCEL's energy storage solutions for one of the world's most demanding power markets.

1375kW PCS Adapted to Japan's Grid Requirements

The project incorporates two SINEXCEL 1375 kW PCS units within a 2 MW/8 MWh battery energy storage system. Designed to meet Japan's stringent grid connection and power quality requirements, the PCS delivers fast response, precise power control, and reliable grid support capabilities essential for frequency regulation services.

Strengthening Local Presence in Japan

SINEXCEL has been active in Japan for more than five years, starting from 30 kW and 500 kW PCS applications and gradually expanding into utility-scale energy storage deployments.

Today, SINEXCEL has participated in 60+ utility-scale energy storage projects across Japan. Through collaboration with multiple major regional power utilities and integration with 10+ local EMS platforms, the company has established a strong foundation for supporting grid-scale energy storage applications across the Japanese market.

To support continued growth, SINEXCEL has completed the legal registration of its Japan subsidiary in Tokyo. The company has established a local spare-parts warehouse and built a Japan-based sales, pre-sales, and after-sales service team to provide responsive support throughout the project lifecycle.

Globally, SINEXCEL has deployed more than 17GW of energy storage capacity across over 5,000 projects and works with more than 600 partners in 60+ countries and regions.

About SINEXCEL

Founded in 2007, SINEXCEL is a pioneer in energy storage, EV charging, and power quality solutions. With 17GW of installed storage, 200,000 EV DC chargers, and nearly 20 million amperes of Active Harmonic Filter deployed, SINEXCEL partners with industry leaders to empower energy freedom.

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AIS Saigon Celebrates Historic IB Results with Two Perfect Scorers, Marking a New Milestone in Its 20-Year Journey

Australian International School, AIS Saigon — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:48:54 +0900

The Class of 2026 delivers the strongest IB Diploma results in AIS Saigon's history, with two students achieving a perfect 45-point score and graduates earning offers from leading universities worldwide.

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Australian International School (AIS Saigon) celebrates its 20th Anniversary, the school has achieved the strongest International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results in its history, reaffirming its position as one of Vietnam's leading international schools.

The Class of 2026 delivers the strongest IB Diploma results in AIS Saigon's history, with two students achieving a perfect 45-point score and graduates earning offers from leading universities worldwide.

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AIS Saigon Celebrates Record-Breaking IB Results

The Class of 2026 has delivered the strongest International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results in AIS Saigon's history, achieving an outstanding Average IB Score of 35.5 alongside a 100% Diploma pass rate, 30% scored 38 points or higher. In addition, 68.13% of graduates were awarded the prestigious IB Bilingual Diploma, reflecting both academic excellence and the school's commitment to developing globally minded, multilingual learners.

Across the 111-member graduating cohort, students have received offers and scholarships from leading universities across the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and Asia, demonstrating the breadth of opportunities available to AIS graduates.

Leading this exceptional cohort are Sadhika and Quang Khang (Gateau), who became the first students in AIS Saigon's history to achieve a perfect 45-point IB Diploma score, the highest score in the IB Diploma Programme. Quang Khang's achievement also marks a historic milestone as the first Vietnamese student at AIS Saigon to attain the perfect IB score.

Sadhika Kapoor achieved a perfect 45-point IB Diploma score, becoming one of the first students in AIS Saigon's history to reach the highest possible IB result. A full boarding scholarship student and Nsouli Scholar, she will continue her journey in Psychology at York University.

As a full boarding scholarship student, Sadhika developed her passion for psychology, founded the student-led initiative EcoPsych, and was awarded the prestigious Nsouli Scholars Programme before earning York University's President's International Scholarship (CAD180,000) to pursue Psychology.

Alongside her, Quang Khang distinguished himself through his passion for analytical thinking, problem-solving and leadership. Achieving a perfect 45-point IB score has opened the door to a wide range of opportunities at leading universities, and he is now exploring opportunities in Australia as he looks to further challenge himself academically and broaden his future career pathways.

Quang Khang (Gateau) Dang achieved a perfect 45-point IB Diploma score, becoming the first Vietnamese student in AIS Saigon's history to reach this milestone. Passionate about analytical thinking and innovation, he is exploring opportunities in Australia.

Twenty Years of Educational Excellence

The Class of 2026's achievements, marked by the school's two perfect IB scores and highest-ever average IB score of 35.5, represent two decades of commitment to creating an environment where every learner can thrive.

For Jon Standen, Executive Principal of AIS Saigon, this year's graduating cohort is a powerful reflection of that shared commitment.

Jon Standen, Executive Principal of AIS Saigon

"Every graduating class leaves its own legacy, and the Class of 2026 will always hold a special place in the history of AIS Saigon. While we are delighted to celebrate our strongest IB results to date, what makes this cohort truly special is the journey behind those achievements.

This year, 111 students graduated from AIS, each following their own path and defining success in their own way. Together, they have created a graduating class that we are incredibly proud of, not only for what they have achieved, but for the people they have become.

We are especially delighted to celebrate Sadhika and Quang Khang, who both achieved a perfect IB score of 45. Their success is exceptional, but it also reflects the many different ways our students discover their strengths, pursue their passions and realise their potential.

For the past twenty years, our focus has remained the same: creating a learning environment where every student feels known, supported and inspired to reach their full potential. As we look ahead, we do so with gratitude to our students, teachers and families, whose partnership continues to shape every generation of AIS learners."

A Shared Vision for the Future

For Nadim M. Nsouli, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Inspired Education Group, Sadhika's achievement reflects both the strength of AIS Saigon and the extraordinary potential of students in Vietnam.

Nadim M. Nsouli, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Inspired Education Group, and Founder of the Nsouli Scholars Programme

"Vietnam continues to produce exceptional young talent, and Sadhika's achievement is a powerful example of what is possible when ambition, resilience and academic excellence are matched with opportunity. The Nsouli Scholars Programme was created to identify outstanding students, remove barriers, and give them access to a world-class education. Sadhika embodies exactly that mission.

As AIS Saigon enters its third decade, Inspired remains committed to expanding opportunity for future generations of students in Vietnam and across the world. We are incredibly proud of Sadhika and look forward to seeing the impact she will make in the years ahead."

About Australian International School (AIS) Saigon

The Australian International School (AIS) Saigon is one of Vietnam's leading international schools, offering a world-class education from 18 months to 18 years old. As an Inspired School, AIS Saigon combines academic excellence with personalized learning, wellbeing, leadership development and global citizenship. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026, AIS continues to empower students to discover who they are, pursue their aspirations and become confident, compassionate and globally minded young people.

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Allianz Partners Appoints Carsten Staat as Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa

Allianz Partners — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:43:02 +0900

SINGAPORE, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Allianz Partners, a world leader in B2B2C insurance and assistance, today announced the appointment of Carsten Staat as Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APAC & MEA), effective 1 August 2026. Carsten will report to Jacob Fuest, Chief Markets Officer of Allianz Partners.

Carsten Staat, appointed Regional Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa at Allianz Partners

Carsten Staat brings a proven track record of delivering exceptional business results. Over the past four years as Managing Director for Allianz Partners Germany, he drove strong growth, elevated customer satisfaction, and secured strategically important partnerships that strengthened the company's market position. He has been with the Allianz Group since 2001, building extensive experience across a diverse range of leadership roles.

Carsten succeeds Vinay Surana, who has been leading the APAC and MEA region for six impactful years and will assume a new role as Senior Advisor to Allianz Partners CEO Tomas Kunzmann from 1 August 2026 through the end of the year.

Jacob Fuest, Chief Markets Officer of Allianz Partners, said: "Asia Pacific is one of the most dynamic growth regions for Allianz Partners. The opportunities across this diverse market — from travel and student health to mobility and roadside assistance— are immense, and we are committed to capturing them. Carsten's ability to drive high-performing teams, create long-lasting partnerships, and deliver sustainable growth makes him an invaluable asset as we enter this next chapter for APAC and MEA. I have every confidence he will achieve exceptional results for our customers, partners, and people across the region. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Vinay for his exemplary contributions over the last six years. Under his strong leadership, Allianz Partners has significantly strengthened its market position in the region."

About Allianz Partners

Allianz Partners is a world leader in B2B2C insurance and assistance, offering global solutions that span international health and life, travel insurance, mobility and assistance. Customer driven, our innovative experts are redefining insurance services by delivering future-ready, high-tech high-touch products and solutions that go beyond traditional insurance. Our products are embedded seamlessly into our partners' businesses, sold through intermediary channels or directly to customers through the Allianz brand. Present in 73 markets, our 22,200 employees speak 70 languages, handle over 89 million cases each year, and are motivated to go the extra mile to offer peace of mind to our customers around the world.

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NCS launches enterprise AI platforms and products; deepens partnerships to accelerate AI-driven business transformation

NCS — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:41:57 +0900

・Expands Sunshine.AI suite to introduce sovereign-ready AI foundational and physical AI platforms, as well as agentic assistant capabilities
・Strengthens partnerships across industries including healthcare, transport, and education, to scale AI deployment
・Advances specialist talent to help organisations put AI to work on enterprise-scale transformation across their operations
・Launches a practitioner's playbook, drawing from 100+ AI projects to guide clients on getting measurable returns from their AI investments

SINGAPORE, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- NCS today announced an expanded Sunshine.AI suite of sovereign, enterprise-grade AI platforms and products, formed new sector-specific partnerships, and committed to training next-generation AI talent. Together, these enable organisations to move from AI experimentation to enterprise-scale transformation with the speed, security, and governance they need. The initiatives were unveiled at its annual technology forum, NCS AI Impact 2026.

NCS CEOSam Liew said, "The real opportunity isn't incremental improvement. It's redesigning core operations for exponential outcomes. To deploy AI at scale, organisations need the right partners: those who combine deep industry expertise with enterprise-grade, sovereign platforms built for real-world governance and security. They also need a strong ecosystem behind them. As an AI-led tech services company, this is exactly what we have built NCS to do. As Singapore advances its national AI agenda, we are committed to helping our clients turn that ambition into real, measurable outcomes."

To enable enterprise-wide AI transformation, NCS brings together platforms, products, specialist talent, industry partnerships, and practical implementation experience. As a result, clients can put AI to work better, faster, and safer, with security and governance built in from the start.

Enterprise-ready platforms and products to put AI into production

For organisations that need to deploy AI within their own environments while maintaining full data control, NCS' expanded Sunshine.AI suite provides sovereign, enterprise-grade AI with safety, governance, and compliance built in from day one. Built by practitioners for practitioners, the multi-model and multi-modal portfolio spans an AI foundational platform to Physical AI. This includes:

・Sunshine.core: the AI foundational platform to build and operate production-grade AI agents. Its library of reusable, mix-and-match components means teams do not need to rebuild common infrastructure.
・Sunshine.builder: an AI-powered application that lets business analysts build software applications without writing code, translating business requirements into working systems, allowing users to define what they need, analyse how it will work, validate that it meets their requirements, and deploy solutions.
・Sunshine.chilliclaw: an enterprise-ready AI assistant that embeds agentic intelligence directly into the software employees already use – from productivity suites to business systems such as ERP.
・Sunshine.commanderAI: a Physical AI platform that connects AI with real-world robotics, it acts as a single command centre for multi-vendor robot fleets, with safety and security controls built for deployment at scale.
NCS also launched RAMP (Robot and AI in-Motion Programme), a by-invitation sandbox where NCS, ・AWS Generative AI Innovation Centre (GenAIIC), Dell Technologies, and NVIDIA collaborate to build client solutions across Public Safety, Smart Buildings, and Physical Operations.
・Sunshine.guardian: NCS' AI safety and assurance engine for agentic AI in production. It follows a simple cycle: watch each agent closely, test it by simulating real attacks, and fix any issues automatically. Along the way, it produces audit-ready records that meet trusted standards.

NCS has also upgraded its proven tools with agenticAI capabilities: Sunshine.coder, which has lifted developer productivity and quality by 15%; Sunshine.operations, which has cut IT incident escalations by 40%; Sunshine.productivity, which saves employees over two hours a week. These upgrades are complemented by Sunshine.kaisense, NCS' advanced video AI platform for real-time monitoring and analysis.

Sector and technology partnerships

NCS is deploying AI in sectors where it must prove it works under real-world constraints – including healthcare, transport, and education. From helping patients recover faster, to closing learning gaps for students and freeing clinicians from routine work, these partnerships combine the sector's domain knowledge with NCS' technology expertise. These demonstrate how AI can deliver measurable outcomes in high-stakes regulated environments, beyond controlled pilots.

＊Healthcare:
・NCS signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IHH Healthcare to establish a Joint AI Centre of Excellence. This Centre will co-develop and deploy AI solutions across IHH's multinational network to enhance clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and cost management.
・With NHG Health, NCS is deploying agentic AI across pilot areas such as biometric identification, digital pathology, and HR transformation to streamline operations, strengthen clinical workflows, and improve patient outcomes.

＊Education:
・With Ngee Ann Polytechnic, NCS is deploying an AI Tutor that closes individual learning gaps. In a recent pilot, adult learners reported a positive impact. NCS is also embedding its Sunshine.coder tool into the institution's ICT curriculum to build a pipeline of AI-native talent.

＊Transport:
・With South Korea's Autonomous A2Z, NCS is building an autonomous shuttle service for its employees, integrating the ROii vehicle with NCS' RobotManager platform to create an operational blueprint for future client projects.

＊Enterprise AI:
・NCS is partnering with Alibaba Cloud, a leading global provider of AI infrastructure and the intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AI solutions for diverse sectors across the region. By combining Alibaba Cloud, as well as Qwen's AI platforms and foundation models with NCS' expertise in AI governance, security, systems integration, and implementation, the partnership enables organisations to adopt AI securely while optimising performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.

＊Physical AI and Healthtech: NCS is expanding into Physical AI and human-centric care through exoskeleton technology and integrated healthcare solutions, working with:
・Fourier Rehab, a global leader in rehabilitation technology, to deploy medical exoskeletons to accelerate patient recovery.
・Hypershell, the world's leading consumer exoskeleton brand, to advance all-terrain exoskeletons that extend mobility beyond the hospital, into daily life and demanding work environments.
・iMedWay, a leading healthcare IT solutions provider, to deliver comprehensive digital solutions to achieve data-driven efficiency and better patient outcomes.
・LinkDoc, to bring AI-driven clinical trials and regulatory innovation to healthcare clients across Asia Pacific, strengthening NCS' healthcare technology offerings. LinkDoc is a healthcare AI technology company transforming clinical trials through data and advanced AI to accelerate research for drugs and medical devices, advancing innovation across the life sciences industry.

Today's announcements add to the growing ecosystem of best-in-class technology partners NCS has built throughout the year. These include AI leader Mistral AI, data platform pioneer VAST Data, humanoid robotics specialist AGIBOT, and enterprise AI deployment company Lian Xin. Together, they give NCS and its clients access to a comprehensive range of technologies from across the global AI landscape.

Talent and skills partnerships

Scaling AI requires leaders who can combine their deep domain expertise with AI fluency. In support of Singapore's National AI Strategy 2.0, NCS is building this combination from early-career professionals to C-suite leaders to develop AI talent at every career stage.

・For Senior Leaders: NCS is partnering with leading institutions – Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), NUS School of Continuing and Lifelong Education (SCALE), Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), represented by SJTU Asia-Pacific Graduate Institute, and AI Singapore (AISG), to develop and deliver a range of Applied AI masterclasses. Designed for senior executives, the curriculum addresses the practical challenges of deploying AI at scale, featuring role-specific courses such as AI Economics for finance leaders and AI Governance for risk leaders.
・For Specialist AI Talent: NCS has partnered with Digital Industry Singapore (DISG) to accelerate its AI transformation and sharpen its competitive edge. Through targeted workforce development, NCS will hire more than 130 AI practitioners over three years, building advanced and differentiated AI capabilities in its AI Central team, as well as specialised expertise in its sectoral teams for Singapore's connectivity sector.

A practitioner's guide to '10X' AI returns

NCS today also released the NCS AI Playbook – a practitioner-led blueprint distilled from more than 100 AI projects. It is organised around two questions every enterprise must answer: "Are we doing the right things, and are we doing things right?"

Key points include:

＊The 3R Framework reframes AI from cost-cutting to value creation: Return on Customer, Return on Employee, and Return on Future.
＊The Five U's of Failed AI name the root causes of stalled programmes: Unclear cost, Unchanged business processes, Unready data, Ungoverned agent development, and Unknown security and safety risks.
＊The Four Execution Pillars – Cheaper, Better, Faster and Safer – operationalise AI with rigour.
・Cheaper token strategy and model selection: Every task consumes tokens, and costs compound when left unmanaged. Treating tokens as a managed cost on the balance sheet, monitored and controlled rather than left to run, and matching each task to the right-sized model instead of defaulting to the priciest frontier model, cuts costs by up to 82% and speeds up responses by three to ten times.
・Better AI-ready data and workflow redesign: AI is only as reliable as the data behind it, so grounding AI in clean, well-governed data sharply reduces the errors and hallucinations that erode trust and create business and legal risk. The biggest gains then come not from bolting AI onto legacy processes, but from reimagining the workflow itself, targeting the right use cases first.
・Faster NCS AI accelerators: Rebuilding components that already exist elsewhere wastes a substantial share of project effort. NCS' reusable, pre-tested building blocks cut this out, so teams build once and deploy many times.
・Safer built-in assurance: As AI begins to act and not just advise, it becomes both a target and a potential threat actor. Safety guardrails and AI-against-AI cyber defence, applied from day one, protect against a fast-evolving threat landscape.

Applied together, these pillars unlock the highest returns, moving enterprises away from low, short-term ROI towards long-term transformative growth. The platforms, partnerships, and talent programmes launched today put these practices into action.

Underpinning these initiatives is a new operating structure that brings sector expertise closer to clients. NCS has reorganised into 10 industry-specific Operating Groups, supported by two Service Organisations: Applications and Communications Engineering (ACE) for AI-agent-led delivery, and Digital Resilience (DR) for secure and resilient operations. This structure is anchored by the newly created AI Central team, which drives strategy, accelerates innovation, and ensures the safe and responsible adoption of AI across the organisation.

About NCS
NCS is a leading AI tech services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group.

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Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. Pictures Unveil Dune: Part Three Trailer and Behind-the-Scenes Images Showcasing Abu Dhabi as Arrakis

Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:36:10 +0900

ABU DHABI, UAE, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. Pictures have unveiled the official new trailer for Dune: Part Three, marking the epic final chapter in Denis Villeneuve's Academy Award-winning saga.

(L-r) Director/Writer/Producer DENIS VILLENEUVE and Zendaya on the set of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ action adventure “DUNE: PART THREE,” in the Liwa Desert, Abu Dhabi. A Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo by Niko Tavernise.

The Abu Dhabi Film Commission (ADFC) also shared new behind-the-scenes images from filming in Abu Dhabi's pristine Liwa Desert for Dune: Part Three, featuring Denis Villeneuve with cast and crew on location and showcasing the continued partnership between the Commission and Legendary across all three films over the past seven years. Across the franchise, Liwa's sweeping, otherworldly landscapes have brought Arrakis to life and helped define some of its most iconic cinematic moments.

Dune: Part Three brings Denis Villeneuve's trilogy to a breathtaking conclusion, set nearly two decades after Paul Atreides seized control of the Imperium. Now a ruthless Emperor, Paul must face the consequences of his reign as old allies return, terrifying new threats emerge, and betrayal lurks in every shadow. Haunted by visions of Imperial collapse and the reappearance of his long-lost love, Paul is drawn into a sweeping conspiracy, with Chani at the heart of its unfolding mystery. As rebellion brews and enemies close in, Paul must confront the true cost of power and the fate of those he loves the most.

Grand in scale and intimate in emotion, Dune: Part Three delivers a powerful and poetic conclusion to one of the defining epics of our time. Building on the visual legacy established in Dune (2021) and Dune: Part Two (2024), Abu Dhabi's dramatic desert landscapes once again play a central role in bringing the world of Arrakis to life.

"The opportunity to again work with the incredible cast and crew from Dune: Part Three as Abu Dhabi's Liwa Desert stars as Arrakis for Denis Villeneuve's culminating installment was really a poignant and pivotal moment for the entire creative ecosystem of Abu Dhabi. Over 600 UAE-based individuals were involved with the 31 day shoot, from six interns and 38 residents in crowd scenes to 206 local crew and 336 individuals from our wider creative industry including caterers and drivers, the impact of Dune: Part Three is enormous. We, like the rest of the world, are now on an exciting countdown journey to the 16 December when we'll see the fruition of so many individual efforts, which united to provide a seamless collaboration with Legendary Entertainment." commented Sameer Al Jaberi, Head of Abu Dhabi Film Commission.

"Returning to Abu Dhabi's Liwa Desert for Dune: Part Three was never in doubt. I can't think of any place else in the world that provides such stunning imagery, as well as the support we've received from the Abu Dhabi Film Commission and our partners there across all three films. The people, crew, and resources in Abu Dhabi made an incredibly difficult undertaking feel comfortable and easy, and the attention to detail and care shown to our cast and crew was exceptional," said Herb Gains, EVP of Physical Production, Legendary Entertainment.

Dune: Part Three was supported by Creative Media Authority Abu Dhabi (CMA) and the Abu Dhabi Film Commission, with Image Nation Abu Dhabi serving as a production partner and Epic Films as the local production services provider. The production also benefited from Abu Dhabi's cashback rebate program and 206 highly skilled local crew including 12 stunt performers who were joined by 336 local contractors and drivers, underscoring the emirate's continued growth as a premier destination for large-scale international filmmaking. The 31 day shoot in Abu Dhabi, which included two days in Al Ain, also required the assistance of 38 individuals to support with on-camera crowd scenes whilst six young, talented interns supported in production roles off-camera.

"Working with some of the world's leading film creatives and being able to bring the authenticity of how a nation works harmoniously within a desert environment gave me great pride as an Emirati, and now to be able to see our beautiful local landscapes and talent on screen will build upon this pride as the world sees Arrakis on screens again," said Mohamed F Mostafa, Stunt Performer, Dune: Part Three.

"The enduring relationship between Legendary Entertainment and the Abu Dhabi Film Commission spans more than a decade and reflects a shared commitment to supporting world-class productions. Throughout that time, Abu Dhabi has proven to be a trusted partner, providing the expertise, infrastructure, and collaboration required to successfully execute productions on a global scale. The Dune trilogy is a testament to the strength of that relationship, and we are proud of what we have achieved together," said Sam Kozhaya, EVP of Operations and Corporate Development, Legendary Entertainment.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve and written by Villeneuve and Brian K. Vaughan, Dune: Part Three is based on the novels written by Frank Herbert and delivers the epic conclusion to Villeneuve's trilogy. The film stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Isaach De Bankolé, with Charlotte Rampling, with Anya Taylor-Joy, and Robert Pattinson, and Javier Bardem, and features newcomers Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Ida Brooke.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Present A Legendary Pictures Production, A Film By Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Three. The film opens only in theaters and IMAX® across North America on December 18, 2026, and internationally beginning December 16, 2026, and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures and in China by Legendary East.

(L-r) TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET and Director/Writer/Producer DENIS VILLENEUVE on the set of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ action adventure “DUNE: PART THREE,” in the Liwa Desert, Abu Dhabi. A Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo by Niko Tavernise.

Director/Writer/Producer DENIS VILLENEUVE on the set of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ action adventure “DUNE: PART THREE,” in the Liwa Desert, Abu Dhabi. A Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo by Niko Tavernise.

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REALTY ONE GROUP ARRIVES IN MONGOLIA

Realty ONE Group — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:29:48 +0900

The UNBrokerage Continues Its Global Momentum, Expanding into Its 26th Country with Bold Leadership in Ulaanbaatar

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif., July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Realty ONE Group International, a modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brand and ONE of the fastest-growing franchises in the world, has officially sold the master franchise rights to its newest country, Mongolia. The UNBrokerage is bringing its full arsenal including its proven agent-first business model, contagious COOLTURE® and 100% commission structure straight to Central Asia.

Leading the charge in Ulaanbaatar: spearheaded by a leadership team built for impact and with a proven track record in strategic growth, finance, and large-scale market development.

"Enkhbat and Enkhtur are the next powerhouse duo at Realty ONE Group and we're thrilled to welcome them and the entire Mongolian team to the ONE Family," said Kuba Jewgieniew, CEO and Founder of Realty ONE Group International. "By combining deep corporate leadership and financial mastery with proven real estate success, they are the perfect catalysts to unleash our disruptive, agent-first model in Central Asia. The UNBrokerage knows no borders, and this rockstar team is ready to paint Mongolia gold!"

Meet the Leadership Team

The expansion is led by two of Mongolia's most prominent business executives, combining corporate strategy with local real estate expertise:

・Enkhbat Enkhjargal: Enkhjargal is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in marketing, sales, and brand development. After holding senior leadership roles at APU JSC and TESO Group, Enkhjargal will drive strategic growth, brand development, marketing, and sub-franchise expansion, leading the official introduction of the Realty ONE Group brand to the Mongolian market.
・Enkhtur Chuluunbat: Chuluunbat brings a strong background in finance, business leadership, and real estate to Realty ONE Group Mongolia. Following a successful banking career, including a leadership role at Credit Bank, he transitioned into real estate, earning top industry recognition and prestigious international certifications. As the founder of High Pros LLC, he currently leads a team of more than 30 successful agents. At Realty ONE Group Mongolia, Chuluunbat will oversee operations, agent growth, and financial strategy.

Realty ONE Group International's continued success is driven by its proprietary business systems, comprehensive coaching and support, bold lifestyle brand, and a people-first COOLTURE® that differentiates it from traditional real estate models. With more than 20,000 real estate professionals across 450+ locations in nearly 30 countries and territories, the brand continues to expand its global footprint while staying true to its mission of changing lives through real estate.

For more information, please visit https://www.realtyonegroup.com/

About Realty ONE GroupInternational
Realty ONE Group International is one of the fastest growing, modern, purpose-driven lifestyle brands in real estate whose ONE Purpose is to open doors across the globe – ONE home, ONE dream, ONE life at a time. The organization has rapidly grown to more than 20,000 real estate professionals in over 450 locations across nearly 30 countries and territories because of its proven business model, full-service brokerages, dynamic COOLTURE, superior business coaching through ONE University, outstanding support and its proprietary technology, ZONE. Realty ONE Group International has been named the number ONE real estate brand by Entrepreneur Magazine for three consecutive years and continues to surge ahead, opening doors, not only for its clients but for real estate professionals and franchise owners. To learn more, visit www.RealtyONEGroup.com.

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Supermicro Simplifies Edge AI Deployments with Validated Kubernetes Appliances with Red Hat and Everpure

Super Micro Computer, Inc. — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:20:49 +0900

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc.(NASDAQ: SMCI), an AI, Enterprise, Storage, and 5G/Edge Total IT Solution Provider featuring Data Center Building Block Solutions® (DCBBS), today announced the launch of Kubernetes Edge AI appliances in collaboration with Red Hat and Everpure. Supermicro has validated a full-stack edge Kubernetes solution, powered by the industry's leading Kubernetes-driven hybrid cloud application platform, Red Hat OpenShift, and the first Kubernetes data management platform tailored for AI workloads from Portworx by Everpure. This turnkey appliance, complete with preloaded software and hardware, is made available to customers through Supermicro.

Simplify Edge AI Deployments with Validated Kubernetes Solutions

"AI inferencing at the edge requires more than just hardware—it demands a validated, scalable platform that customers can deploy with confidence," said Vik Malyala, chief business officer, Supermicro. "Together with Red Hat and Everpure, we are delivering a turnkey Kubernetes Edge AI Appliance that simplifies deployment, accelerates time-to-revenue, and enables customers to efficiently scale AI workloads across distributed edge environments."

For more details on the validated, full-stack edge Kubernetes solution with Red Hat and Everpure, click here.

By combining Red Hat OpenShift with Supermicro's edge computing infrastructure and the Portworx by Everpure data management platform for AI workloads, organizations can more easily deploy, manage, scale, and secure AI applications across distributed edge environments.

"As AI-driven applications continue to reshape how businesses operate at the edge, the need for a robust, consistent, and scalable platform is paramount. Red Hat OpenShift delivers that foundation, providing the common hybrid cloud application environment that simplifies the complexity of deploying, orchestrating, and managing AI workloads. In collaboration with Supermicro and Everpure, we are committed to empowering customers with a supported, integrated, and high-performance solution that accelerates their time-to-value for AI inferencing at the edge," said Kelly Switt, senior director, Intelligent Edge and Industrial Business Lead, Red Hat.

Portworx by Everpure provides the Kubernetes-native storage and data management layer for Supermicro's Edge AI Appliances. This enables enterprises to run AI inference, containers, and virtual machines at edge locations with the same enterprise-grade data services available in their core data centers. Unlike array-based storage solutions that require dedicated hardware at each site, Portworx offers software-defined, aggregated local storage on Supermicro's compact edge servers into a resilient, self-healing data platform that operates autonomously, even during network outages. The result is enterprise-grade high availability and data protection at every edge location, with consistent storage policies and a unified operational experience that extends seamlessly from edge to core to cloud.

"Enterprises deploying AI at the edge face a critical infrastructure gap, they need enterprise-grade storage and data protection, but they can't run traditional arrays in environments like retail stores or factory floors," said Greg Muscarella, general manager, Portworx by Everpure. "Together with Supermicro and Red Hat, we're delivering a validated, turnkey solution that combines Portworx services customers rely on like consistent management, built-in resilience, and the operational simplicity to scale to thousands of sites without the need for on-site IT expertise."

Supermicro is a leader in computing edge infrastructure, with one of the largest, most energy efficient, and most diverse portfolios of edge servers and devices, in a full range of form factors. This enables Supermicro to develop tailored solutions for each customer use case, with optimized initial acquisition cost, and total-cost-of-ownership (TCO).

Supermicro DCBBS delivers complete, modular AI infrastructure built from validated components and subsystems, enabling flexible deployment from individual servers and networking to full rack-scale and data center-level solutions, including software and services. Supermicro continues to lead the industry with its comprehensive portfolio of AI infrastructure solutions, enabling organizations worldwide to deploy scalable, efficient, and environmentally responsible AI data centers.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first-to-market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are a Total IT Solutions provider with server, AI, storage, IoT, switch systems, software, and support services. Supermicro's motherboard, power, and chassis design expertise further enables our development and production, enabling next-generation innovation from cloud to edge for our global customers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Asia, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power, and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).

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Vermon launches Vermon Group, accelerating its growth and expanding its offerings

VERMON SA — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:19:44 +0900

Vermon Group opens a new chapter with the acquisition of Moduleus, the opening of TransducerWorks' new U.S. manufacturing facility, and the launch of a coordinated Group platform designed to move faster, deliver more, and stay close to customers.

TOURS, France, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vermon Group, an international ultrasound technology company specializing in OEM solutions for the medical and industrial markets, today announced three strategic milestones that mark a new phase of growth. These include the acquisition of Moduleus, a specialist in OEM ultrasound subsystems; the opening of TransducerWorks' new 30,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania; and the launch of Vermon Group as a unified platform bringing together the complementary expertise of its four entities.

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Together, these milestones reflect the Group's evolution from a recognized manufacturer of ultrasound probes and transducers to a broader OEM ultrasound solutions partner, capable of supporting customers across an expanding portion of the ultrasound value chain.

The acquisition of Moduleus is a key step in this strategy. By adding expertise in OEM ultrasound subsystems, Vermon Group extends its historical strengths in acoustic technologies to deliver more integrated solutions. Customers now benefit from a single partner able to support projects ranging from high-performance transducers to OEM subsystems, helping simplify development and accelerate innovation.

The new TransducerWorks facility further strengthens the Group's U.S. manufacturing footprint. Four times larger than the previous site, it features ISO 7 and ISO 8 cleanrooms, an integrated machine shop, while tripling production capacity. This investment enhances Vermon Group's ability to support customers from early-stage development through high-volume manufacturing while providing greater responsiveness and proximity to North American OEMs.

By bringing together Vermon, Moduleus, TransducerWorks, and Vermon NDT under one coordinated Group platform, customers gain access to complementary expertise in acoustics, electronics, engineering, and industrial manufacturing through a single organization. This integrated approach enables OEMs to accelerate development, reduce complexity, and bring next-generation ultrasound technologies to market faster.

With more than 600 employees worldwide, over 130 dedicated R&D experts, more than 40 years of ultrasound expertise, and manufacturing operations in Europe and the United States, Vermon Group continues to strengthen its position as a trusted OEM partner for the next generation of medical and industrial ultrasound technologies.

About Vermon Group

Founded in 1984 in France, Vermon Group develops and manufactures high-performance ultrasound probes, transducers, OEM hardware electronics, subsystems, and integrated ultrasound solutions for medical and industrial applications. Through its four complementary entities, Vermon, TransducerWorks, Moduleus, and Vermon NDT, the Group combines acoustic expertise, electronics, and industrial manufacturing to help customers accelerate innovation from concept through high-volume production.

Contact:

Alexia AUBERGEON, a.aubergeon@vermon.com

TransducerWorks' new manufacturing facility in Centre Hall, Pennsylvania, USA.

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Cellebrite Expands Exclusive SkySafe Partnership to Deliver Immediate Drone Detection and Airspace Intelligence for Digital Investigations at Scale

Cellebrite — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:14:16 +0900

The partnership unifies what happens in the sky with what's stored on the drone in a single investigative workflow

TYSONS CORNER, Va. and PETAH TIKVA, Israel, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellebrite DI Ltd. (Nasdaq: CLBT), a global leader in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions for the public and private sectors, today announced an expanded partnership with SkySafe, the leader in drone detection and airspace intelligence. The exclusive partnership combines advanced digital forensics with advanced drone detection, deep analysis and drone activity, equipping organizations and agencies with the intelligence needed to proactively detect, analyze and act on potential threats in real-time at scale.

As malicious drone use continues to rise, investigators face increasing challenges in connecting digital evidence with time-sensitive unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) operational data. By integrating SkySafe's drone detection and airspace intelligence with Cellebrite's platform, agencies can connect real-time and historical flight data of the UAV with mobile forensic evidence all in one place. The result is actionable intelligence that reveals hidden patterns, identifies illicit networks and accelerates investigations.

"This partnership bridges the critical and often life-saving divide between digital forensics and real-time intelligence," said Shiven Ramji, Cellebrite's President, Products and Technology. "By working closely with SkySafe, we can help empower organizations to protect their communities, safeguard infrastructure and respond to emerging threats with unprecedented speed and clarity."

"Effective drone investigations begin with trusted airspace intelligence," said Grant Jordan, founder and CEO of SkySafe. "Together with Cellebrite, we're helping agencies and organizations detect, analyze and act on drone activity using comprehensive forensic data that supports both immediate response and long-term investigations."

Following Cellebrite's acquisition of SCG Canada, Inc. in March 2026, this new agreement reflects an expanded relationship, which makes Cellebrite the exclusive digital forensics partner to SkySafe's advanced UAV capabilities. The move further cements Cellebrite's position as the recognized leader in digital forensics and intelligence, ensuring its customers have access to preeminent proprietary extraction and decryption capabilities – unlike anything else available today.

Under this partnership, Cellebrite and SkySafe will collaborate to expand the digital intelligence available to investigators by combining SkySafe's drone detection, airspace intelligence and forensic expertise with Cellebrite's industry-leading ecosystem of investigative solutions. The partnership is designed to help customers access richer drone-related intelligence and support more comprehensive investigations, while creating opportunities for future innovation across public safety, defense and enterprise use cases.

About Cellebrite
Cellebrite's (Nasdaq: CLBT) mission is to protect communities, nations and businesses as a global leader in digital investigative and intelligence solutions. More than 7,000 global law enforcement agencies, defense and intelligence organizations and enterprises trust Cellebrite's AI-powered software portfolio to make forensically sound digital data more accessible and actionable. Cellebrite technology allows customers to accelerate nearly 3 million legally sanctioned investigations annually, enhance sovereign security, elevate operational efficacy and efficiency and enable advanced mobile research and application security. Available via cloud, on-premises and hybrid deployments, Cellebrite's technology enables its customers around the globe to advance their missions, elevate public safety and safeguard data privacy. To learn more, visit us at www.cellebrite.com and https://investors.cellebrite.com and find us on social media @Cellebrite.

About SkySafe
SkySafe is the leader in drone detection and airspace intelligence, delivering unmatched visibility into drone activity. As the only company offering advanced drone detection, deep analytics, and forensics, SkySafe enables organizations to detect, analyze, and act on drone activity with precision in real-time. Its cloud-based SaaS platform provides comprehensive drone data, helping distinguish between authorized drones and potential threats. By transforming complex drone data into actionable insight, SkySafe empowers organizations to act with clarity and confidence and provides the intelligence needed for smarter decision-making and safer skies.

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HR Path Secures Near-$1 Billion Transaction Led by Ardian to Accelerate International Growth

HR Path — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:11:36 +0900

PARIS, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting, HRIS integration and HR outsourcing, opens a new growth chapter with a transaction of nearly $1 billion, led by Ardian, one of the world's leading private investment firms.

Founded in Paris (France) in 2001, HR Path supports companies in the transformation and performance of their HR function. The Group operates through a unique model covering the entire HR value chain through three complementary business lines: Advise, Implement and Outsource.

Over the past two years, HR Path has established itself among the most dynamic players in its sector, with growth of close to 70%. This momentum rests on both organic growth and a sustained external growth strategy: since its founding, the Group has completed 57 acquisitions, 22 of them in the last two years alone.

In a market shaped by the digitalization of organizations, the internationalization of talent and the emergence of new ways of working, HR Path intends to strengthen its position among the key players in HR transformation.

To this end, the Group has secured a new transaction led by Ardian, on the basis of a valuation of nearly $1 billion. These new resources will allow the Group to accelerate its external growth strategy and strengthen its presence in United States, Canada, Germany, the Nordic countries, Australia and the Middle East.

HR Path intends to accelerate the development of its three business lines to consolidate its position as a global reference player in HR transformation.

Within its Implement business, the Group aims to reinforce its status as the partner of choice for leading HR software vendors such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, Dayforce and UKG. Outsource is one of the Group's main growth drivers, driven by the growing global demand for Employer of Record (EOR) solutions, which respond to companies' growing need for international workforce mobility — a fast-expanding market where HR Path holds a particularly strong position.

About HR Path

HR Path is a global leader in Human Resources, specializing in supporting companies through their digital transformation. Through its three business lines — Advise, Implement and Outsource — HR Path enhances the HR efficiency of its clients. Founded in Paris in 2001, HR Path employs approximately 2,600 people worldwide. Present in 30 countries, the Group supports more than 3,000 clients.

More information: www.hr-path.com | LinkedIn

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Aduna with Major U.S. Carriers Introduces Network-Based Authentication as an alternative to SMS Codes

Aduna — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:08:57 +0900

PLANO, Texas, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aduna, a leading global provider of standardized network APIs, today announced a major leap forward in digital security designed to reduce fraud across the U.S. mobile ecosystem. In collaboration with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, Aduna is rolling out a network solution engineered to help protect millions of US mobile users from the rising tide of AI-driven identity theft.

For years, SMS One-Time Passcodes (OTPs) have served as the default method for user authentication. However, with cybercriminals now leveraging AI and sophisticated social engineering scams to get around OTPs, additional authentication options are increasingly important

Aduna's Number Verification solution confirms that users are who they say they are through strong possession-based authentication—confirming the authenticity of a mobile number with the carrier and its association with the SIM and device being used. This is done in real-time, and without the friction and risk of SMS OTPs.

Earlier attempts at network-based verification often struggled when users were on Wi-Fi or using specific devices. The latest breakthrough addresses these technical barriers, enabling the technology to work seamlessly across all major operating systems and network types. This is designed to provide a consistent, secure login experience for virtually every smartphone user in the United States.

"We are entering an era where your mobile number is one of your most secure digital passports," said Anthony Bartolo, CEO of Aduna. " By authenticating users directly through the carrier network in real time, we can reduce customer friction while significantly reducing the risk of fraud through interception or account takeover."

The launch comes as US consumers reported a record $15.9 billion in fraud losses last year, according to the FTC[1], amid growing concern over increasingly sophisticated AI-enabled scams. Aduna's network-level approach provides:

・Advanced Security: Verification happens in near-time helping prevent "man-in-the-middle" attacks.
・Total Reach: A single integration gives businesses access to verified identity data across AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon networks.
・Better Conversion: By removing the "waiting for a text" step, businesses can deliver better user experiences, see fewer abandoned logins and lower customer support costs.

By leveraging strong possession-based authentication between carriers and their subscribers, Aduna's Number Verification is setting a higher bar for digital identity. For hyperscalers, system integrators, and app developers, it offers a way to regain consumer trust in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

Quote – AT&T

"At AT&T, we're focused on advancing the network as a platform for innovation," said Lani Ingram, vice president of AT&T Connected Solutions, AT&T Business. "Aduna's Number Verification marks an important step in how businesses and developers securely interact with the network. Through standardized network APIs, we're enabling real-time authentication that moves beyond legacy methods like SMS codes. Our work with Aduna reflects a shared commitment to open innovation and delivering more secure, seamless digital experiences at scale."

Quote – T-Mobile

"T-Mobile has been pioneering network-based authentication for years, and the results speak for themselves — from the seamless, secure experiences we've built into T-Life to the network intelligence we're now making available to the broader ecosystem," said Dirk Mosa, SVP, Spectrum, Wholesale & Roaming at T-Mobile. "With Number Verification, developers and businesses gain direct access to the same carrier-level trust that powers our own products. T-Mobile's network is the enabler — delivering real-time, possession-based authentication that eliminates the vulnerabilities of SMS codes at scale. The future of digital identity runs through the carrier network, and T-Mobile is leading the way."

Quote – Verizon

"With sophisticated new forms of fraud on the rise, consumers need the latest in secure, network-driven identity verification to help keep them protected," said Shamik Basu, VP of Strategic Connectivity, Verizon Business. "Through this collaboration with Aduna, we're leveraging our network to help replace friction with seamlessness, enabling a real-time authentication experience that helps protect our users and streamlines the digital journey for businesses and consumers alike. This is a critical step in building a resilient digital ecosystem where security and user experience go hand-in-hand."

About Aduna
Aduna is a landmark venture between some of the world's leading telecom operators and Ericsson, dedicated to enabling developers worldwide to accelerate innovation by leveraging networks to their full potential via common network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). Its venture partners include AT&T, Bharti Airtel, Deutsche Telekom, KDDI, Orange, Reliance Jio, Singtel, Telefonica, Telstra, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Vodafone. Aduna's developer partner platforms include Google Cloud, Infobip, Sinch, and Vonage. By combining network APIs from multiple operators globally under a unified platform based on the CAMARA open-source project, driven by the GSMA and the Linux Foundation, Aduna provides a standardized platform to foster collaboration, enhance user experiences, and drive industry growth.

To find out more about network APIs and Aduna, visit adunaglobal.com.

Notes to editors:

(1) FTC Testifies before the Joint Economic Committee on Agency's Efforts to Combat Fraud | Federal Trade Commission

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2026 Shandong International Trade and Investment Advisors Roundtable Held in Jinan

CCPIT Shandong Sub-council — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:03:00 +0900

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JINAN, China, July 8, 2026 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/--

The 2026 Shandong International Trade and Investment Advisors Roundtable, organized by the Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shandong Sub-council (CCPIT Shandong), convened in Jinan on July 7. Under the theme "Deepening Institutional Opening-Up, Promoting Green and High-Quality Development," international advisors and invited representatives from more than 10 countries and regions gathered to share insights on key topics, including AI-empowered high-level openness, digital transformation of industrial chains, green evolution of manufacturing, and improvement of the business environment.

Shandong's 15th Five-Year Plan drew significant attention from advisors. The province is building four trillion-yuan-level emerging pillar industries of high-end equipment, information technology services, new energy, and new materials, while cultivating four hundred-billion-yuan-level potential industries in artificial intelligence, biomedicine, new energy vehicles, and aerospace and low-altitude economy. It is also making forward-looking plans for future industries such as quantum information and biotechnology.

Representatives from multinational companies including DSM-Firmenich, Siemens, AbbVie, Philips, KPMG, and Veolia offered forward-thinking suggestions on integrating AI with advanced manufacturing, transforming traditional industries, and developing biomedicine and the longevity economy. "Green and low-carbon" emerged as a key theme. Notably, the Jinan Smart Zero-Carbon Factory co-built by Siemens and Rock Morrison was recognized as Shandong's first pilot "zero-carbon factory" under provincial standards. Officials from the Foreign Affairs Office of Shandong Provincial People's Government responded on-site to the advisors' proposals.

Located at the intersection of the Belt and Road Initiative, Shandong is actively aligning with high-standard international trade rules and expanding into emerging markets including Central Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. Advisors expressed strong confidence in Shandong's openness and development potential, calling for deeper economic and trade cooperation between Shandong and partners from Italy, Kenya, Mexico, and ASEAN countries. On the same day, the "Shandong City Tour" series was launched, with international representatives traveling to Yantai and Weihai for business matchmaking.

Established in December 2021, the Shandong International Trade and Investment Advisors mechanism has appointed 26 prominent figures from the international business community. Over the past five years, advisors have submitted nearly 80 reports. The roundtable has become a vital platform for expanding Shandong's global network of partners.

Photo Caption: The 2026 Shandong International Trade and Investment Advisors Roundtable in session

Source: CCPIT Shandong Sub-council

Yatsen Group Announces Partnership with Sephora China, Cementing Position as a Science-Led Beauty Innovation Leader

Yatsen Holding Limited — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:02:02 +0900

GUANGZHOU, China, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yatsen Group (NYSE: YSG), a world-class beauty innovation pioneer, recently announced a landmark collaboration to bring its flagship brand, Perfect Diary, to Sephora in China. This partnership integrates Yatsen's rigorous scientific infrastructure with the world's leading prestige beauty retailer, marking a significant milestone in Yatsen's continuing evolution into a global beauty technology powerhouse.

The collaboration will see Perfect Diary's premium, science-backed portfolio of products making its milestone debut across Sephora's extensive retail network of around 300 outlets, including Tier 1 hubs such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. This expansion reflects a broader shift in the Chinese beauty market, where sophisticated consumers increasingly prioritize proven efficacy and technological excellence.

Perfect Diary officially lands at Sephora China

Since 2020, Yatsen has invested approximately $100 million (RMB 700 million) in R&D, establishing a robust global innovation ecosystem anchored by advanced research centers in China and Europe.

This commitment to scientific innovation by Yatsen Group is epitomized by the core product lineups driving Perfect Diary's entry into Sephora. As breakthrough products blending biotechnology with beauty, the Perfect Diary Biolip Essence Lipstick 3.0 and Biolip Essence Matte Lipstick 3.0 utilize exclusive patented technology to mimic the skin's biological composition.This creates a functional film on the skin's surface that enhances makeup longevity and reinforces the protective barrier, achieving a seamless fusion of high-performance color and clinical-proved anti-wrinkle skincare benefits.

Concurrently, the Perfect Diary Translucent Blurring Setting Powder features the exclusive Smartlock™ material technology developed jointly with the team at the Shanghai Institute of Ceramics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (SICCAS), enabling targeted and precise oil absorption.

"We are honored to partner with Sephora, a global leader that shares our commitment to setting the highest standards for beauty retail," said David (Jinfeng) Huang, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Yatsen Group. "This collaboration validates our multi-year strategic pivot toward science-led premiumization. By pairing our deep R&D insights with Sephora's prestige omnichannel network, we are redefining the future of beauty for discerning consumers nationwide."

The partnership also serves as a critical foundation for Yatsen's accelerating internationalization strategy. Future initiatives include expanding Perfect Diary's footprint into Hong Kong SAR and other global markets, further showcasing China's emergence as a premier hub for global beauty innovation.

About Yatsen Group

Yatsen Holding Limited (NYSE: YSG) is a leading China-based beauty group with the vision of becoming a world-class pioneer in beauty innovation. Founded in 2016, the Company has launched and acquired numerous color cosmetics and skincare brands including Perfect Diary, Little Ondine, Pink Bear, Galénic, DR.WU (its mainland China business), and Eve Lom. Our brands are strategically positioned to capture a wide spectrum of consumer demographics and price points, ranging from the mass market to the prestige and clinical segments. Yatsen thrives on the synergy of brand equity, product strength and operational agility, anchored by a strong commitment to R&D and consumer insights.

Website: www.yatsenglobal.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/yatsen

About Sephora

Sephora is the world's leading global prestige beauty retail brand. With 55,000 passionate employees operating in 36 markets, Sephora connects customers and beauty brands within the world's most trusted and dynamic beauty community. We serve a highly engaged community of hundreds of millions of beauty followers across our global omnichannel network of more than 3,400 stores and iconic flagships, and our e-commerce and digital platforms, offering personalized and immersive seamless experiences across every touchpoint. With our curation of close to 500 brands and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of prestige beauty products, tailored to our customers' needs from fragrance to make-up, haircare, skincare and beyond, as we constantly reimagine the world of prestige beauty.

Since our inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, we have been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, we continue to break with convention to drive our mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty.

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GEELY CLAIMS THREE FIA TCR PODIUMS AT PAUL RICARD, REINFORCING EUROPEAN EXPANSION MOMENTUM

Geely Auto — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:54:51 +0900

LE CASTELLET, France, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Geely Cyan Racing secured three podium finishes at Round 3 of the 2026 Kumho FIA TCR World Tour at Circuit Paul Ricard, France, with Santiago Urrutia retaining his lead in the drivers' championship. Tested by extreme summer heat on the FIA Grade 1 circuit, the Geely Preface TCR delivered consistent pace: Yann Ehrlacher took Race 1 second place, while Ma Qinghua and Urrutia claimed a double podium in Race 2.

From Track to Road: CMA and Engineering Synergies

At the core of the team's performance is the Geely Preface TCR, built on Geely's world-class Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) and developed through proven motorsport expertise. The CMA platform demonstrated exceptional durability amid extreme summer heat at Paul Ricard, withstanding rigorous demands on thermal management and overall reliability. The on-track performance data could contribute to Geely's mass-production development, creating a technology transfer from motorsport to consumer vehicles.

Strategic Footprint: Driving European Market Penetration

Capitalizing on this momentum, Geely Auto significantly accelerated its European expansion during the first half of 2026, positioning the continent as a critical engine for its global growth. Demonstrating remarkable operational agility, it successfully entered seven European markets including Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, and France within 45 days.

To sustain this market presence, signature models such as the Geely E5 (EX5) and Geely STARRAY EM-i have now been introduced across over 20 European nations. Geely has solidified its commercial ecosystem by forging strategic distribution partnerships with leading automotive dealership groups in Portugal, Austria, and Switzerland.

Long-Termism in Practice: Local Capabilities Strengthened

Operating under a philosophy of long-termism, Geely focuses on high-quality, mutually beneficial development with European partners. This commitment is backed by robust infrastructure investments, including a new spare parts distribution center in Amsterdam, Netherlands, establishing a logistics network servicing the Netherlands, France and other countries.

Global Growth Momentum: Global Innovator Position Reinforced

The European advances reflect Geely's broader global growth momentum. In the first half of 2026, the company posted record overseas sales of 474,228 units — a 158% year-on-year increase that already exceeds its full-year 2025 overseas total.

Top-tier motorsport acts as a trusted anchor for Geely to build technical recognition in mature markets. By executing an integrated strategy of race-validated technology, competitive product portfolios and localized operational capabilities, the company is evolving into full value-chain globalization.

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Hisense Makes Home the Best Seat for the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Hisense — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:52:13 +0900

QINGDAO, China, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is redefining how football fans experience the FIFA World Cup 2026TM at home through its latest laser display innovations. Designed to deliver bigger screens and more lifelike picture quality, Hisense's Laser Display lineup transforms every match into a truly unforgettable shared experience.

For football fans, the FIFA World Cup 2026TM is about more than the final score. It's about gathering with family and friends, celebrating every goal together and feeling the excitement of the world's biggest sporting event from the comfort of home. Hisense's latest laser display solutions recreate that stadium atmosphere on an extraordinary scale.

The L9Q TriChroma Laser TV transforms everyday living spaces into premium match-day destinations. With an ultra-large display of up to 200 inches, fans can follow every run, pass, tackle and goal with remarkable clarity. Even during daytime viewing, its bright, vibrant picture and Ambient Light Rejection screen deliver vivid visuals without requiring a darkened room, while immersive audio places viewers at the heart of every chant and celebration.

For those seeking the ultimate home cinema experience, the XR10 Laser Projector takes FIFA World Cup 2026TM viewing to an even grander scale. With projections of up to 300 inches, exceptional brightness and rich, lifelike colors, it recreates the drama of every match with cinematic impact. Flexible installation and intelligent image optimization make it easy to create a premium viewing environment for every knockout clash and unforgettable World CupTM moment.

As football unites fans around the world during the FIFA World Cup 2026TM, Hisense continues to push the boundaries of home entertainment through laser display innovation—making every match feel bigger, every celebration more immersive and every memory more unforgettable.

About Hisense

Hisense, founded in 1969, is a globally recognized leader in home appliances and consumer electronics with operations in over 160 countries, specializing in delivering high-quality multimedia products, home appliances, and intelligent IT solutions. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks No. 1 globally in the 100-inch and over TV segment (2023-2026Q1). As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense continues to lead the next-generation RGB MiniLED innovation. As the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026TM, Hisense is committed to global sports partnerships as a way to connect with audiences worldwide.

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Biel Crystal Wins the World's Preeminent Design Award, Red Dot Product Design of the Year 2026

Biel Crystal Holding Limited — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:02:55 +0900

HONG KONG, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Biel Crystal Holding Limited (Biel Crystal) has been awarded the prestigious honorary title "Red Dot: Product Design of the Year" for 2026 at the internationally renowned Red Dot Design Award competition organized by Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen in Germany. This award is used to recognize outstanding design products that have proved themselves through consistently innovative, top-class design quality and have set the highest standards of design excellence.

BIEL Crystal's Award-Winning Designs

BIEL Crystal's award-winning design is the "Witch Cloak" Ultra-Hard Coating, a smartphone glass cover technology developed in partnership with Honor Device Co., Ltd. This breakthrough cover glass is now featured on Honor's latest Magic V5 foldable smartphone.

"Witch Cloak" Ultra-Hard Coating, by virtue of its exclusive 4,000-layer structure, achieves a comprehensive upgrade across 6 key dimensions (impact resistance/scratch resistance/wear resistance/fingerprint resistance/slimness/smoothness).

Employing ultra-hard layers, the product boasts a Mohs hardness of over 7, offering impact/scratch resistance 10 times greater than that of its traditional counterparts—easily tackling daily impact and wear. It also incorporates multiple anti-reflective layers, improving light transmittance while reducing light reflectivity to minimize glare for high clarity even under strong light. A durable anti-fingerprint layer can withstand 15,000 friction cycles—3 times the industry standard—efficiently resisting fingerprints and oil stains to maintain a clean screen over time. Additionally, the application of nano-level polishing technology results in a friction coefficient of just 0.02, thereby facilitating smooth operation.

Reddot official website screenshot（https://www.red-dot.org/project/witch-cloak-ultra-hard-coating-89285）

Co-Developing Companies: Honor Device Co., Ltd. & BIEL Crystal Holding Limited
Manufacturer: BIEL Crystal Holding Limited
Designers: Dengkui Miao, Qiuqun Chen, Simon Yeung, Jianbiao Wang, Jianxiang Huang, Dongjun Hou, Xiaohua Bian, Kai Ding, Deen He

About BIEL Crystal
As a global leader in exterior structure and module solutions for smart devices, BIEL Crystal serves a wide range of industries. Its advanced components are essential to consumer electronics, smart wearables, AR/VR glasses, and next-generation automotive applications. This trust is reflected in its long-standing partnerships with industry pioneers such as Apple, Samsung, Meta, and Tesla.

With more than 36 years of technological innovation and excellent management, BIEL Crystal has become a large technology innovation group with 9 advanced production bases worldwide, with a total investment of over $70 billion, covering a total area of about 5.08 million square meters, employing more than 100,000 people and with an annual production capacity of 2.5 billion pieces.

About the Red Dot Design Award

The Red Dot Design Award, established in 1955, is one of the world's most prestigious design awards. It recognizes design products that demonstrate outstanding innovation, creativity, and superior design quality, with particular emphasis on comprehensive design achievements realized through exceptional product excellence.

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Unseenlabs Announces its Second Generation of Satellite for RF Detection Dedicated to Multi-domain Awareness

Unseenlabs — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:05:24 +0900

RENNES, France, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Unseenlabs announces the deployment of its new generation of satellites (Gen 2), scaling up its space-based radio frequency (RF) detection capabilities from focused maritime domain awareness to broader multi-domain awareness including maritime, land and space. This new generation expands Unseenlabs' ability to provide actionable data and intelligence services, supporting customers worldwide to make informed decisions in increasingly complex operational and geopolitical environments.

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BRO-31 was integrated by the German integrator Exolaunch and launched aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 as part of the Transporter-17 rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, U.S.

This first Gen 2 satellite (BRO-31) builds on nearly 10 years of operational experience. It marks a technological and industrial milestone for Unseenlabs, moving from ≃ 15 kg nanosatellites to ≃ 150 kg microsatellites. Gen 2 is still based on the company's monosatellite technology, where each satellite operates independently. It is a distinctive approach for space-based RF detection.

Unseenlabs' constellation now combines two distinct satellite generations:

・Gen 1: focused maritime domain awareness
・Gen 2: broader multi-domain awareness across maritime, land and space

"Our second-generation satellites significantly expand both the breadth and depth of our RF detection capabilities" said Clément Galic, Co-founder and CEO of Unseenlabs. "This unlocks detection, geolocation and characterization a broader range of activities across maritime, land and space domains. This opens new strategic use cases while reinforcing our ability to support our customers across commercial, security and defense markets."

Gen 2 satellites provide the capability to detect to a broader range of frequencies, including L, S, C, X, and Ku-bands, unlocking dual-use RF intelligence use cases across both civilian and defense applications. Examples use cases include enhanced maritime surveillance, spectrum and interferences monitoring or defense systems monitoring.

These expended capabilities strengthen Unseenlabs' ability to detect, geolocate, characterize and identify RF activities across maritime, land, and space domains.

About Unseenlabs:

Founded in 2015, Unseenlabs is a pioneer and global leader in space-based RF commercial services for multi-domain awareness. The company operates 23 satellites and continues to expand its constellation. Based in France with about 140 employees, an office in Singapore and a team in the U.S., the company operates space-based RF detection capability for maritime, land and space monitoring. Its customers include governments, public institutions, and private stakeholders worldwide.

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Xinhua Silk Road: Int'l beer festival kicks off in ice and snow world of Harbin, NE China

Xinhua Silk Road — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:31:51 +0900

BEIJING, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- When the 24th Harbin International Beer Festival opened recently at Harbin Ice-Snow World, the "ice city" in northeast China welcomed visitors with not only a feast on the tip of the tongue, but also delightful festive experiences, reported Harbin Daily.

Photo shows a scene of the 24th Harbin International Beer Festival. (Photo by Liu Yang)

For the city, capital of Heilongjiang Province, the event that has been held for 24 consecutive years is a core component of its "enchanting summer in Harbin"-themed cultural tourism campaign.

Dedicated to showcasing urban landscapes, boosting summer consumption and deepening cultural exchanges between Chinese and foreign friends, this year's festival features eight functional zones to accommodate visitors of all ages.

Specifically, the eight zones include ones for beverage and cuisine, performances, creative cultural products, Chinese-style night tours, ice and snow activities, camping, contests and entertainment.

Compared with past sessions, this year's Harbin International Beer Festival, which will last until late August, boasts broader venues and is more interesting.

For instance, five beer stands, 11 beer gardens, and scattered beer exchanges are rolled out this year to offer citizens and visitors a trendy beer culture experience.

What's more, traditional Chinese lantern fairs, market fairs for creative local cultural products, floral float parades, interactive activities, campgrounds, sports fields and a cute pet amusement zone are also available for the public to experience the summer fun in Harbin.

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Kinetics, a Karpowership Initiative, Begins Construction of Its First High-Capacity FSRU

Kinetics — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:28:08 +0900

LONDON, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kinetics has reached a major milestone in the expansion of its floating LNG infrastructure portfolio with the start of construction of LNGT Karadeniz, its first high-capacity Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU). Officially launched with a steel-cutting ceremony at Seatrium's Tuas Boulevard Yard in Singapore, the vessel will deliver up to 600 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) of regasification capacity, marking a significant step in Kinetics' strategy to expand flexible LNG infrastructure worldwide.

Kinetics' Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU)

Designed with low, medium and high-pressure send-out systems, LNGT Karadeniz will enable Kinetics to serve a broader range of LNG import projects and downstream gas networks. The project represents a significant expansion of the company's capabilities, allowing Kinetics to deliver larger, more versatile LNG import solutions while strengthening its ability to provide fast, flexible and reliable energy infrastructure to countries seeking to enhance energy security and diversify their energy mix.

The vessel forms part of Kinetics' long-term strategy to expand its fleet of floating LNG assets in response to growing global demand for flexible gas infrastructure. Combining advanced regasification technology with integrated marine and terminal systems, LNGT Karadeniz will provide a complete floating LNG receiving solution capable of rapid deployment and efficient operation.

As the first in a planned series of next-generation FSRUs, LNGT Karadeniz will further strengthen Kinetics' floating LNG portfolio. The vessel will incorporate a high-capacity regasification module, spread mooring system, LNG transfer and cargo handling systems, utilities, electrical distribution, and advanced automation and control technologies, creating a fully integrated floating terminal designed to meet the highest operational and safety standards.

"LNGT Karadeniz is an important milestone in the growth of Kinetics and our long-term vision for floating LNG infrastructure," said Mehmet Katmer, General Manager of Kinetics. "By expanding our fleet with next-generation FSRUs, we are strengthening our ability to help countries enhance energy security while supporting the transition to lower-carbon energy systems. This project significantly expands our capability to deliver larger and more versatile LNG import solutions to customers around the world. We are pleased to continue our partnership with Seatrium, a trusted partner with whom we have successfully delivered numerous projects."

Established as a Karpowership initiative, Kinetics is focused on developing next-generation floating energy infrastructure that complements the group's integrated energy offering. The addition of LNGT Karadeniz marks another important milestone in the company's long-term growth strategy, strengthening its global fleet of floating LNG assets and expanding its ability to support countries in improving energy resilience and enabling a lower-carbon energy future.

About Kinetics

Kinetics, a Karpowership initiative, develops, builds, owns and operates floating LNG infrastructure and next-generation energy solutions together with a growing renewable portfolio. Its portfolio includes Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRUs), Floating Storage Units (FSUs), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and other flexible energy platforms designed to help utilities, governments, and industrial customers accelerate access to secure, reliable, and cleaner energy infrastructure. By combining engineering expertise with rapid deployment capabilities, Kinetics delivers innovative solutions that support energy security and the global energy transition.

www.kineticsenergies.com.

About Karpowership

Karpowership is a global energy company with more than 25 years of experience delivering fast, flexible, and reliable power solutions. As the owner and operator of the world's only Powership fleet, the company provides over 8,000 MW of capacity through 45 Powerships, supported by land-based and renewable assets. Karpowership also manages the full LNG value chain with 11 LNG vessels, covering procurement, storage, regasification, and offshore transfer.

www.karpowership.com.

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Xinhua Silk Road: Chinese baijiu maker Wuliangye's World Cup campaigns spur off-season sales

Xinhua Silk Road — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:32:23 +0900

BEIJING, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading Chinese baijiu maker Wuliangye has leveraged the FIFA World Cup to launch a series of themed marketing campaigns that have generated an enthusiastic market response, driving robust sales during what is traditionally the industry's off-season.

The World Cup marketing campaign features a range of interactive initiatives, including a championship prediction game with a prize pool worth a total of 10 million yuan, mystery boxes of eight champion countries, and auctions of World Cup co-branded liquor products.

The initiatives reflect a deeper transformation in Wuliangye's sports-related marketing strategy, shifting from conventional event sponsorship and short-term promotional efforts toward a systematic approach that includes product co-creation and cultural integration.

By combining its millennia-old brewing craftsmanship with the world's premier sporting events, Wuliangye has been exploring new paths for cross-sector marketing between fine liquors and sports.

The campaign has fostered product innovation and expanded consumption scenarios while tapping into growing public enthusiasm for sports. It has also provided an effective pathway for rejuvenating the Chinese baijiu brand and enhancing its global appeal.

According to information disclosed by Wuliangye, the co-branded product portfolio centered on the 8th-generation Wuliangye World Cup Edition has generated cumulative sales of 1.6 billion yuan. The World Cup marketing campaign has attracted four million new users to the liquor brand, with consumers aged under 35 accounting for 40 percent of the total.

"Traditionally, baijiu sales enter the off-season after May, but this year sales have seen continued growth instead," said a liquor distributor in Chengdu.

During the World Cup period, Wuliangye launched a range of World Cup-related official co-branded products, building a multi-tiered product coverage that caters to both high-end collectors and public consumers.

The collaboration between Wuliangye and the World Cup has not only boosted retail sales and helped ease channel inventory pressure, but also helped reshape its brand image beyond business banquets toward younger and more internationalized products with diversified consumption scenarios amid the industrial adjustment cycle, said industry insiders.

Looking ahead, Wuliangye said it will continue to respond to evolving consumer demand by advancing coordinated innovation in both products and brand culture. Through a brand narrative that resonates with contemporary consumers, the company aims to showcase the craftsmanship and cultural confidence of Chinese baijiu to global markets.

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First for Decor + Design: Gurunavi to Present "JAPAN WOOD x CRAFTSMANSHIP"

Gurunavi — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0900

TOKYO, July 8, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ --
Gurunavi, Inc.
- Pavilion to Showcase Over 40 Sustainable Wood Products Reimagining 1,000-Year-Old Heritage for Modern Living, with Exclusive Live Demonstrations by One of Only Six Wood-mosaic Masters in Japan -

Gurunavi, Inc. announced that the inaugural Japanese pavilion, titled "JAPAN WOOD x CRAFTSMANSHIP*," will debut at Decor + Design 2026, Australia’s premier interior design exhibition, to be held from Wednesday, July 15 to Friday, July 17 at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. In a historic first for the exhibition, a nationally certified Japanese Master of Traditional Crafts will be present at the pavilion, performing live demonstrations of advanced woodworking techniques daily throughout the three-day event.
*This exhibition is operated and supported by Gurunavi, Inc. as part of a subsidized project by the Forestry Agency, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Japan, aimed at promoting Japanese wood products.

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Embodying "FRESH!": Bridging Ancient Heritage and Contemporary Design

At the pavilion, visitors can explore a curated collection of more than 40 exceptional pieces, ranging from design-forward wood products that seamlessly blend time-honored Japanese techniques with modern lifestyles to traditional lacquerware and Hakone Yosegi-Zaiku (wood mosaic), each with a 1,000-year heritage, the latter celebrated for its intricate geometric patterns created exclusively from the natural colors of wood. The exhibition presents a fresh aesthetic for wood products, reimagining ancient heritage to beautifully complement and elevate contemporary living spaces.

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Tackling Climate Change: Japan’s Circular Use of Forest Resources

Approximately 70% of Japan’s land area is covered by forests, with about 40% of these areas classified as planted forests. While planted forests account for only about 8% of the world's total forest area, Japan boasts one of the highest ratios globally. This achievement is the direct result of Japan’s long-standing dedication to the circular use of forest resources through the sustainable cycle of planting new seedlings after logging.

Wood products are remarkably eco-friendly materials; they absorb carbon dioxide during their growth phase, emit low carbon dioxide during manufacturing and continue to store carbon internally throughout their lifespan as finished goods. Like this, these high-value wood products contribute significantly to achieving net-zero emissions and advancing corporate ESG goals.

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Decor + Design 2026 First: Live Demonstrations by One of Only Six Hakone Yosegi-Zaiku Masters in Japan

The title of "Japanese Master of Traditional Crafts," certified by Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, is a prestigious designation reserved exclusively for a select group of elite artisans. In the highly specialized field of Hakone Yosegi-Zaiku, only six individuals nationwide hold this distinguished honor. Kazutaka Tsuyuki, one of these rare masters, will travel to Melbourne to demonstrate his extraordinary craftsmanship live at the exhibition.

At the pavilion, Tsuyuki will reveal the delicate process of shaving intricate geometric wooden patterns and the fascinating mechanics behind the traditional "Secret Box" (Himitsu-Bako) -- a puzzle box that remains locked until a precise sequence of movements is performed. This interactive showcase offers an invaluable opportunity for ANZ media and industry professionals to experience world-class craftsmanship firsthand.

Exhibition Overview

-Event Name: Decor + Design 2026
-Dates & Times: Wednesday, July 15 - Friday, July 17, 2026/10:00 am - 5:00 pm (Closes at 4:00 pm on the final day)
-Venue: Melbourne Exhibition Centre
-Stand Location: JAPAN WOOD x CRAFTSMANSHIP (Stand No. E9)

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Juniper Assets Closes Kyushu Battery Energy Storage Investment Backed by Tolling Arrangement, with Two Investment Grade Japanese Companies

Juniper Assets (Hong Kong) Limited — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:35:00 +0900

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SINGAPORE and TOKYO, July 08, 2026 / GLOBE NEWSWIRE - AsiaNet / --

Juniper Assets (“Juniper”), an asset specialist investment platform focusing on infrastructure, today announced that it has completed the investment and acquisition of a utility scale battery energy storage system (“BESS”) project located in Kyushu, Japan (the “Project”).

The Project benefits from a long-term tolling arrangement with two investment grade Japanese companies, providing long-term contracted revenues and supporting the commercial bankability of the asset. Juniper served as the equity sponsor and successfully brought the Project to financial close, marking another important milestone in the firm's strategy of investing in high-quality energy flexibility infrastructure across Japan.

The financing was provided by Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank (SMTB) as the senior lender. The closing demonstrates strong market appetite to finance BESS projects in Japan and underscores the bankability of well-structured battery storage assets.

The Project is expected to contribute to Japan’s ongoing decarbonization efforts and grid stabilization objectives by enhancing system flexibility and supporting the integration of renewable energy generation. As renewable penetration continues to increase across Japan, battery energy storage systems are expected to play an increasingly important role in balancing electricity supply and demand, reducing curtailment, and strengthening grid reliability.

"Energy flexibility is on the critical path to decarbonization, and this transaction marks another important milestone in Juniper's strategy to build a leading energy flexibility platform across Japan and the broader Asia-Pacific region," said Raymond Law, Partner at Juniper Assets. "This investment demonstrates our ability to originate, finance and execute high-quality battery storage investments alongside leading commercial counterparties. We remain committed to deploying capital into infrastructure that enhances grid resilience and accelerates renewable energy integration."

The Project further expands Juniper's growing energy flexibility portfolio in Japan and reflects the firm's conviction in the country's rapidly evolving battery storage market. Juniper continues to actively pursue additional battery energy storage and energy flexibility investment opportunities across Japan as part of its broader strategy to invest in infrastructure supporting decarbonization and grid modernization.

About Juniper Assets

Juniper Assets is an asset specialist investment platform focused on infrastructure. Backed by GLP Capital Partners, a Singapore-based alternative asset manager with approximately US$80 billion of assets under management, Juniper targets investment opportunities across markets where its deep sector expertise and execution capabilities provide a differentiated advantage.

For enquiries, please contact:
Juniper Assets
Email: info@juniperassets.com

SOURCE: Juniper Assets (Hong Kong) Limited

PropertyGuru Group's 2025 Sustainability Report Reinforces its Commitment to More Resilient and Inclusive Urban Futures Across Southeast Asia

PropertyGuru Group — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:31:36 +0900

・Commitment to set Science-Based Targets, while maintaining net-zero Scope 2 emissions through 100% renewable electricity procurement
・Scaled inclusive housing options, with 31% of Singapore rental listings adopting "Everyone Welcome" and expansion into Malaysia
・Made sustainable living options easier to find with feature like Green Score in Singapore and its Sustainable Living filter in Thailand

SINGAPORE, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PropertyGuru Group ("PropertyGuru" or "the Group"), Southeast Asia's leading PropTech company, has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, titled Meeting Change with Resilience. The report documents a year of measurable progress, from a 36% reduction in total emissions to the regional expansion of tools that help millions of property seekers find greener, more inclusive homes.

PropertyGuru's sustainability strategy is embedded in its Gurus For Good strategy — three interconnected pillars of Sustainable Living, Thriving Communities and Responsible Business — designed to make the Group's platforms a force for more responsible and informed property decisions across the region.

"At PropertyGuru, we are committed to actively shaping Southeast Asia's urban future using the power of our reach," said Lewis Ng, Chief Executive Officer, PropertyGuru Group. "This report reflects how we put that commitment into action. It shows where we have made real progress and areas where we still have work to do. We are focused on making sustainability and inclusion tangible in the property journey. In the information we surface, the tools we build and the standards we help set across the ecosystem."

Climate action: 36% emissions reduction and a commitment to science-based targets

PropertyGuru achieved a 36% year-on-year reduction in total market-based emissions in 2025, driven primarily by a decline in Scope 3 emissions, which account for the majority of the Group's footprint. The Group also maintained net-zero market-based Scope 2 emissions for the second consecutive year, matching 100% of its office electricity consumption with Renewable Energy Certificates.

Building on this momentum, PropertyGuru has committed to setting Science-Based Targets, a third-party validated framework for corporate decarbonisation, with formal submission planned for 2026.

Sustainable home search: plan to expand tools to more markets in Southeast Asia

PropertyGuru continued to provide sustainability-related features that help property seekers make more informed choices.

・In Singapore, Green Score rates properties based on proximity to public transport and recognised green building certifications. Demand is growing: 70% of property seekers surveyed in Singapore say sustainability features influence their home-buying decisions.
・In Thailand, DDproperty's Sustainable Living filter enables users to search for listings with features such as solar panels and electric vehicle charging stations.
・In Malaysia, PropertyGuru plans to introduce a sustainability-related search feature in 2026, shaped by property seekers' expectations.

These tools translate consumer demand into market signal — helping developers and agents understand the growing value of sustainable features.

Inclusive housing: Everyone Welcome has reached 31% of rental listings in Singapore and has now been rolled out in Malaysia

PropertyGuru's 'Everyone Welcome' feature — which enables landlords to signal that their properties are open to all renters regardless of race, gender, religion or other characteristics — has gained significant traction in Singapore since its 2024 launch.

By end-2025, 31% of Singapore rental listings carried the 'Everyone Welcome' tag, reflecting strong and sustained adoption by landlords and agents. The feature was subsequently introduced in Malaysia, where 4% of listings were tagged within six months, a strong early signal given the shorter time frame.

Platform safeguards supporting inclusive housing practices also include advertisement guidelines, a language moderation tool, and a reporting mechanism to report unfair practices.

People and workplace: Top Employer recognition and a diverse workforce

PropertyGuru was recognised as a Top Employer in Singapore by the Top Employers Institute, reflecting the Group's continued investment in people practices and employee experience.

As of 31 December 2025, women made up 65% of the Group's workforce, with employees representing 28 nationalities. Through Be More, Be a Guru, the Group's employee value proposition, PropertyGuru invested in skills development across communication, resilience, performance and AI, including Learning Fest 2025 and its Management 201 programme.

Community impact also extended beyond the office. Gurus For Good, the Group's employee volunteering programme, delivered initiatives in 2025 that included rebuilding a primary school in Vietnam, restoring mangroves in Thailand, and supporting community outreach in Malaysia and Singapore.

Governance: integrated risk function and responsible AI principles

PropertyGuru strengthened its governance structure in 2025 by integrating its Legal and Risk teams into a single function — enabling closer coordination and a more holistic approach to risk management across its multi-market operations.

The Group also adopted a set of AI principles to guide responsible deployment of artificial intelligence across its platforms and business operations, with plans to explore AI-enabled tools to automate accessibility checks within its HIVE 2.0 design system.

In 2026, PropertyGuru expects to submit its Science-Based Targets, launch a sustainability search feature on its Malaysia platforms, and deepen programmes that advance women's leadership and professional development across its workforce.

PropertyGuru's 2025 Sustainability Report is available at https://www.propertygurugroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PropertyGuru-2025-Sustainability-Report.pdf.

About PropertyGuru Group

PropertyGuru Group is Southeast Asia's leading[1] PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 30 million property seekers monthly[2] to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2 million real estate listings[3], in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions.

Launched in Singapore in 2007, the Group has been advancing to make the property journey transparent and efficient for property seekers and sellers in Southeast Asia. In the last 19 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its markets in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand as well as the region's biggest and most respected industry recognition platform – PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, events and publications across Asia.

For more information about PropertyGuru, please visit
PropertyGuru.com.sg and PropertyGuruGroup.com, or our social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.

[1]Based on SimilarWeb data between January 2025 and December 2025.

[2]Based on Google Analytics data between January 2025 and December 2025.

[3]Based on data between January 2025 and December 2025.

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Geely Preface TCR Claims Resounding Victory in France; Race-Honed Technology Drives Dual Breakthroughs Across Geely's French Distribution Network and Product Lineup

Geely Auto — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:46:21 +0900

LE CASTELLET, France, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Geely Group Motorsport and Geely Cyan Racing navigated a highly demanding and dramatic weekend at the third round of the 2026 Kumho FIA TCR World Tour at Circuit Paul Ricard, securing three podium finishes as Santiago Urrutia protected his lead in the standings.

Facing intense summer heat at the renowned FIA Grade 1 layout, the team showcased the underlying pace of the Geely Preface TCR. Local hero Yann Ehrlacher claimed a superb second place in Race 1, while Ma Qinghua and Santiago Urrutia secured a double podium finish in Race 2 to wrap up a hard-fought weekend.

The Geely Preface TCR race car shares the identical CMA architecture with road-going production vehicles, translating race-grade handling performance into tangible, everyday driving value for ordinary consumers.

In June, Geely hosted an exclusive Discovery Tour for French dealers, during which cooperation agreements for 60 retail outlets were signed to build a nationwide sales and service network in partnership with local distributors. Concurrently, the Geely Starray EM-i won the People's Choice PHEV Award bestowed by Les Numériques, a leading authoritative French digital media outlet.

Catering to European market demands, Geely has launched two flagship models: the all-electric E5 (Geely EX5) and the plug-in hybrid Starray EM-i, both of which have been awarded full five-star Euro NCAP safety ratings. Chassis and powertrain systems undergo Europe-specific calibration by R&D teams based in Sweden and Germany. Drawing on an integrated China-Europe R&D framework, Geely continuously transfers technologies validated under extreme track testing to mass-produced passenger vehicles.

Geely operates a three-dimensional operational system integrating global R&D, local after-sales service and region-tailored marketing. A delegation of French dealers previously visited Geely's intelligent manufacturing plants and comprehensive safety laboratories in China, further strengthening mutual confidence in the partnership. Fuelled by well-received products, expanding retail networks and consistent motorsport success, European consumers have undergone a profound shift in brand perception, recognising Geely as a global automotive marque with indigenous European engineering capabilities.

Moving forward, Geely will sustain full-season participation in the TCR series. Parallel efforts will be made to expand European retail footprints and iterate regionally optimised vehicle technologies, continuously reinforcing the brand's core competitiveness within Europe's new energy vehicle sector.

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