15, Sep 2026
Relaxo Footwears Takes Employee Well-being to the Cricket Pitch with Premier League 2026
New Delhi, Sep 15: India’s footwear company, Relaxo Footwears, organised the inaugural edition of the Relaxo Premier League 2026, an intra-Relaxo cricket tournament aimed at bringing employees together while promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, teamwork and stronger workplace connections.
The tournament kicked off on September 13 at the Shivaji College Sports Complex, New Delhi, bringing together six teams and 120 employee participants for a day centred on cricket, team spirit and healthy competition. The tournament will culminate in a finale in November.
Speaking about the initiative, Ms. Manju Kohli, Chief Human Resource Officer, Relaxo Footwears, said,
“Employee well-being is about creating a healthy balance between work, physical activity, mental wellness and meaningful connections. Initiatives like Relaxo Premier League give our employees an opportunity to step away from their daily routines, enjoy themselves, connect with colleagues and build a sense of togetherness. Cricket brings people together in a unique way, and RPL is our effort to use that spirit to strengthen both employee engagement and workplace well-being.”
The tournament also brings together employees from the Head Office, warehouses and plants, creating an opportunity to interact with colleagues across locations and build stronger workplace connections. With cricket at its core, RPL aims to foster teamwork, camaraderie and a stronger sense of belonging across the organisation.
The Relaxo Premier League 2026 will continue through the tournament season, with the finale scheduled for November, offering another opportunity to celebrate employee participation, sporting spirit and the teams’ journey.
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15, Sep 2026
Max Fashion Launches Project New, an Artist-Led Initiative Bringing Art, Craft and Creativity into Fashion with Kalki Koechlin
Sep 15: Every festive season promises something new, a new print, a new colourway, a new name stitched onto an old idea. Max Fashion is done with that version of new. This September, the brand is tearing up the playbook and asking India one question: what if new wasn’t something you bought off a rack, but something no one else could ever own?
That question has a name: Project New, an artist-led initiative from Max Fashion launching pan-India starting September across stores, online and the Max app. Forget “collection.” This is a movement, where real artists and master artisans stop being inspiration footnotes and start being the main story, thread by thread, block by block.
Project New opens with its debut edition, created in association with brand ambassador Kalki Koechlin, colliding two forces almost never found on the same hanger: unfiltered original art and centuries of living craft, remixed and made wearable for right now. The idea took shape when Kalki brought her own vision to Max Fashion, giving something back through design a thought the brand leaned all the way into, pushing past trend-chasing altogether. Kalki was hands-on throughout: personally shortlisting Kairassi and the three artists whose work anchors the collection, and doubling as creative gatekeeper on the craft side, steering the exclusive Sanganer block print design and its fusion with heritage technique.
“Fashion, for us, has always been more than what we wear, it’s a form of expression, a way to tell stories, and a platform that can create real impact,” said Sumit Chandna, CEO, Max Fashion. “That belief found new energy when Kalki shared her vision to give something back through design. Project New is our way of proving that the most exciting thing fashion can offer isn’t a trend, it’s a story that belongs to someone real.”
First, the art. Max Fashion’s collaboration with Kairassi, a Chennai-based organisation giving differently-abled artists a real platform and livelihood, brings three talents into the spotlight: Simron Raj, Pavithra and Manas. Their work isn’t “inspired by”, it IS the collection, original paintings lifted straight onto dresses, shirts, scarves and totes exactly as they were created.
Then, the craft. Max Fashion went to Sanganer, Rajasthan, home to some of India’s finest hand block printing masters, and commissioned something that has never existed before: an entirely exclusive block print pattern, made only for Max, drawn from the fleeting beauty of Japan’s sakura blossoms in full bloom. The first piece was hand-carved, hand-coloured and hand-printed, one layer at a time, before the design scaled to reach every Max store nationwide. As the design team puts it: you don’t just wear the craft, you become part of its story.
“When I first spoke to Max about wanting to give back through fashion, I didn’t expect it to turn into something this personal,” said Kalki Koechlin, Brand Ambassador, Max Fashion. “Working with the artists at Kairassi and the artisans of Sanganer has been humbling. Every piece here already had a story before it became a garment, all we did was make sure that story got to travel further.”
Where a Japanese cherry blossom meets a Jaipuri block print, this debut collection finds its identity, spanning fluid dresses, kalidar sets and fusion kurta sets in Indianwear, effortless shirts and tees in menswear, and an accessories edit of scarves, totes and clutches, priced between ₹599 and ₹1,999. Kalki fronts the campaign under the line “Our New Just Got Newer” — fitting for a brand that’s spent years owning what’s next, and is now rewriting the rules of it.
The debut edition drops in two consecutive monthly chapters: a painterly, garden-fresh palette in September, followed by a warmer, earthier bohemian edit in October. Beyond that, Max Fashion has confirmed Project New is built to run as a continuing platform, bringing new artists, new crafts and new stories to life every season.
Watch Project New in motion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
15, Sep 2026
ABB launches digital platform for optimizing water network operations in India
- AquaMaster+™ delivers crucial insights that will help water utilities in India prevent pipeline water losses and optimize operations
- Fleet and device level insights support water network operators with more efficient resource management
- Approximately 2,000 AquaMaster electromagnetic flowmeters units are currently operating across 15 cities in eight Indian states including Bengaluru, Rajasthan, Odisha, New Delhi among others
- The digital service is available to water companies in India using ABB’s AquaMaster4™ flowmeters or as a standalone software solution
BENGALURU, India, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ABB has launched AquaMaster+™, a digital platform for smart water network management, designed to help water utilities in India monitor, analyze and manage their water networks, preventing pipeline water losses and optimizing operations. The integrated platform includes hardware, advanced software capabilities, and cloud-based decision-making tools. The service is available to water companies using ABB’s AquaMaster4™ flowmeters or as a standalone software solution that can be integrated into existing systems.
ABB’s AquaMaster electromagnetic flowmeters mark 20 years in India — from a first installation in Bengaluru to nearly 2,000 units today to 15 cities spread across 8 states, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Odisha and Delhi. Bengaluru alone now runs some 500 units, giving the city’s water utility accurate flow measurement at scale.
“With pressure mounting on water resources globally, a great deal of work is done to prevent losses in the distribution system and to help save water through more efficient resource management,” said Raghu Kumar NV, Global Product Manager, ABB’s Measurement & Analytics division. “AquaMaster+ will enable this work by connecting water utilities to crucial flow measurement insights from their AquaMaster4 or other devices, helping the water sector outrun – leaner and cleaner.”
AquaMaster+ offers fleet level insights that include fleet overview with GIS mapping, as well as device insights that cover flow and pressure shifts, device diagnostics, and remote configuration.
The possibility for remote configuration and management improves response times and reduces travel costs, while real-time monitoring enables proactive issue detection and response.
As it stores device and generic event logs, AquaMaster+ allows for comparison of parameters such as flow rate and pressure, helping water utilities identify anomalies early.
With the possibility of adding virtual flowmeters, AquaMaster+ allows for modeling and comparison of scenarios, simulating real situations and their outcomes, and ultimately allowing operators to make better decisions. The platform offers intuitive navigation, with minimal training required, reducing the possibility for human errors and enabling quick access to critical information.
ABB’s AquaMaster flowmeters measure water flow in real time, tracking the exact quantities of water passing through the water network. The flowmeters offer measurement accuracy down to flow velocities lower than 0.1m/s and detect leaks faster than many conventional solutions. In 2022, AquaMaster4 Mobile Comms became the world’s first electromagnetic flowmeter with bidirectional connectivity.
With over 50 years in the water industry, ABB offers one of the most comprehensive water management and water analysis portfolios on the market.
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com
ABB’s Automation business automates, electrifies and digitalizes industrial operations that address a wide range of essential needs – from supplying energy, water and materials, to producing goods and transporting them to market. With its ~26,000 employees, leading technology and service expertise, Automation helps process, hybrid and maritime industries outrun – leaner and cleaner. go.abb/automation
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15, Sep 2026
Philips OneBlade and Red Bull take self-expression to new heights in Cappadocia, Turkey
In a breathtaking display, Red Bull athlete Marco Waltenspiel and his distinctive moustache achieved a world’s first in wingsuit hot-air balloon slalom, soaring between seven hot-air balloons at 200 km/h, to celebrate the freedom to be yourself and follow your passions.
AMSTERDAM, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) (AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, has teamed up with Red Bull and athlete Marco Waltenspiel to complete an extraordinary wingsuit slalom against Cappadocia’s famous balloon-filled skyline. It marks a new Philips OneBlade and Red Bull project, celebrating individuality, self-acceptance and doing things your own way.
Marco Waltenspiel is known for pushing the limits of wingsuit flying and doing so with his distinctive moustache and unmistakable look. Bringing his unique style to the aerial obstacle course, he jumped from 2,800 meters and turned the sky into a slalom trail through balloons at different heights, shaving seconds off each split-second decision as wind conditions changed around him. Reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, his fellow Red Bull athlete Marco Fürst flew alongside him to capture the spectacle from the sky. (Watch here)
“At Philips OneBlade, we believe there is no ‘right’ way to show up. We want to give people the freedom to shape their look on their own terms and express every side of who they are. Marco’s breathtaking feat in Cappadocia brings that spirit to life: bold, individual and unmistakably him. Through our partnership with Red Bull, we celebrate people who challenge convention, pursue what feels true to them and inspire others to do the same, “comments Shumit Mongha, OneBlade Business Leader.
Marco Waltenspiel, Red Bull athlete said on the Cappadocia jump: “For me, the small rituals really matter. They help me to feel grounded and prepare myself for each challenging jump. But beyond personal preparation, this jump was also about teamwork and trust. It was a challenge to bring everything together, and every detail had to align perfectly. I felt great on the day, & when the right moment finally came, we trusted each other, relied on our instincts, and soared through the sky. It was an incredible feeling.”
Philips OneBlade is made for people who want the freedom to create their own style. Whether trimming, edging or shaving, it offers a versatile way to shape and maintain facial hair, from a clean look to a statement moustache, and everything in between.
About Royal Philips
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) (AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people’s health and well-being through meaningful innovation. Philips’ patient- and people-centric innovation leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver personal health solutions for consumers and professional health solutions for healthcare providers and their patients in the hospital and the home.
Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in image-guided therapy, diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, monitoring, enterprise informatics and personal health. Philips generated 2025 sales of approximately EUR 18 billion and employs approximately 63,700 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at www.philips.com/newscenter.
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15, Sep 2026
NASH Group to Showcase Intelligent Electronics, Vision and Energy Solutions at electronica India 2026
Mumbai, Sep 15: NASH Group, an engineering-led technology and manufacturing company, will showcase its portfolio of intelligent electronics, embedded computing, Smart Vision and energy solutions at the Electronica Bengaluru 2026, being held from September 16–18, 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC).
At the exhibition, NASH Group will present solutions spanning industrial computing, embedded electronics, Smart Vision, automotive camera systems, AI-enabled vision, kiosks, fanless computing, industrial motherboards, and battery management technologies. The showcase will highlight the Group’s ability to bring together product engineering, electronics, embedded software and manufacturing capabilities to develop application- specific solutions for global customers.
NASH Group has built an integrated engineering ecosystem spanning hardware design, embedded systems, software, AIoT, Smart Vision, energy technologies and advanced manufacturing. This enables the Group to support customers across the product lifecycle, from product development and engineering to manufacturing and deployment.
The Group will place a strong focus on its Smart Vision and automotive camera capabilities at Electronica India 2026. These include an automotive rear-view camera module with an ultra-wide 190° viewing angle, IP67 protection and 360° camera integration capability for surround-view and ADAS applications. NASH will also showcase AI-enabled vision solutions for intelligent monitoring and video analytics, along with RGB and IR camera technologies for smart terminals, authentication and other embedded applications.
The showcase will also feature NASH’s industrial computing and smart infrastructure portfolio, including kiosk platforms, Box PC and AERONIX fanless computing solutions, as well as its industrial motherboard portfolio. The self-service kiosk solutions are designed for applications across retail, hospitality and airports, while the NASH Anthem Industrial Motherboard supports 12th, 13th and 14th Gen Intel Core processors for IPC, HMI, Box PC and other embedded applications.
NASH will also present its energy technology capabilities, including Hardware and Smart Battery Management Systems (BMS) supporting LFP and NMC battery chemistries across applications such as electric mobility, renewable energy storage, UPS and telecom. Its energy technology portfolio is complemented by software and battery management capabilities including Battmonx, BMS Automation and EVolt, bringing together battery monitoring, management and energy management technologies.
NASH Group’s solutions address applications across industrial automation, automotive and electric mobility, electronics manufacturing, machine building, warehouse automation, healthcare, renewable energy, smart infrastructure, retail and industrial equipment. Its integrated approach combines engineering, technology and manufacturing capabilities to develop customised solutions aligned with specific application and industry requirements.
NASH reflects a combination of global technology partnerships and in-house engineering expertise. As an Intel Prestige Partner, the company develops high-performance computing platforms and application-specific solutions designed to address the requirements of industrial and energy customers.
Backed by 175+ R&D engineers, 15+ manufacturing facilities, exports to 25+ countries and more than five decades of manufacturing expertise, NASH Group is strengthening its capabilities as an engineering and technology partner for global customers. Through its group companies, NASH Industries, NASH Tech Labs and NASH Energy, the Group brings together capabilities across precision manufacturing, electronics, embedded computing, intelligent vision, automation and energy technologies.
Founded in 1971, NASH Group has evolved from a manufacturing company into an engineering-led technology and manufacturing enterprise. The Group’s capabilities span product design and development, electronics engineering, embedded systems, AIoT, Smart Vision, industrial computing, automation, energy technologies and advanced manufacturing, enabling it to develop and manufacture technology solutions for customers across global markets.
15, Sep 2026
DICV Expands Regional Role as India Anchors New ISEAA Customer Region
Hanover, Germany/Chennai, India | Sept 15: Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), the maker of BharatBenz trucks and buses, today highlighted India‘s growing strategic importance within Daimler Truck following the establishment of the Mercedes-Benz Trucks segment’s ISEAA (India, South-East Asia and Australia-Pacific) customer region. DICV also outlined the next phase of BharatBenz’s growth through product innovation, customer ecosystem expansion and continued investment in India.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks, one of Daimler Truck’s global key segments*, is home to two brands: Mercedes-Benz Trucks and BharatBenz. While BharatBenz serves customers in India through Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), the Mercedes-Benz Trucks brand serves customers across South-East Asia and Australia-Pacific, as well as other global markets.
As part of its new global operating model, Mercedes-Benz Trucks segment is organized into four customer regions: Europe, LAMEA (Latin America, Middle East and Africa), China, and ISEAA (India, South-East Asia and Australia-Pacific). The ISEAA region brings together markets that were previously managed separately under a single customer-focused structure, serving customers through BharatBenz in India and Mercedes-Benz Trucks across South-East Asia and Australia-Pacific.
India‘s Expanded Regional Role
DICV serves as the anchor entity for the ISEAA customer region. The structure places India at the center of a regional framework spanning India, South-East Asia and Australia-Pacific, reflecting DICV‘s growing role as a manufacturing, engineering and export hub within Daimler Truck. Since commencing operations, DICV has exported more than 75,000 trucks and buses and over 330 million parts to over 70 markets worldwide and supplies medium-duty transmissions from its Chennai facility to Daimler Truck plants in Germany.
The ISEAA customer region spans 42 countries and nearly 2.8 billion people, bringing together some of the most dynamic transportation and infrastructure markets globally. With commercial vehicle demand across the region expected to grow by more than 5% annually, ISEAA represents a significant long-term growth opportunity for Mercedes-Benz Trucks. The regional structure enables closer customer engagement, faster decision-making and stronger collaboration across markets.
Torsten Schmidt, CEO & Managing Director, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles and President Mercedes-Benz Trucks Customer Region ISEAA, said:
“India has long been an important market for Daimler Truck and the home of BharatBenz. Through the new ISEAA customer region, we are bringing India, South-East Asia and Australia-Pacific closer together to strengthen collaboration, share capabilities and respond faster to customer needs across these markets. DICV serves as the anchor entity for the region, building on its established strengths in manufacturing, engineering and exports. For our customers in India, BharatBenz remains focused on delivering products and services designed specifically for local operating conditions, while benefiting from the scale, expertise and collaboration of the broader Mercedes-Benz Trucks segment.”
BharatBenz Enabling India‘s Growth Through Products and Customer Support
Alongside its expanded regional role, DICV is accelerating the next phase of BharatBenz’s product transformation journey, focused on delivering safer, more productive and more efficient transport solutions for customers. As India‘s safety regulations evolve, BharatBenz is preparing its truck and bus portfolio with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibrated for Indian operating conditions, ensuring readiness ahead of upcoming regulatory requirements while enhancing on-road safety.
Building on the successful introduction of HX and Torqshift in the construction and mining segment, BharatBenz continues to bring globally proven Daimler Truck technologies to Indian customers across its portfolio. Proven in hundreds of thousands of Daimler Truck heavy-duty vehicles worldwide and adapted for Indian duty cycles, Torqshift Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) technology enhances driver comfort, reduces fatigue and supports safer, more efficient fleet operations while contributing to a lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). As fleet operators increasingly prioritize productivity, driver wellbeing and operational efficiency, DICV sees significant potential for the broader adoption of automated transmission technologies in the Indian commercial vehicle market.
Strengthening the Customer Ecosystem
DICV continues to invest in a customer ecosystem designed to maximize uptime, productivity and lifecycle value. BharatBenz’s digital fleet management solution, TruckConnect, enables customers to monitor vehicle performance, enhance operational efficiency and improve fleet management through connected technologies and data-driven insights.
The BharatBenz Rakshana service assurance program now services and delivers more than 98% of vehicles within 48 hours. To further strengthen customer support across the country, DICV plans to expand its nationwide service network from 430 touchpoints today to 600 touchpoints by 2030, with a particular focus on strengthening coverage across northern, eastern and north-eastern India. The expanded network, combined with enhanced digital solutions, improved parts availability and uptime-focused services, will help bring support closer to customers, reduce response times and further enhance the overall BharatBenz customer service experience.
Investing in India‘s Next Phase of Growth
India‘s expanded role within Daimler Truck’s global operations is supported by continued investment in local manufacturing, engineering and technology capabilities. These initiatives build on DICV‘s recently announced additional investment of approximately ₹4,000 crore in Tamil Nadu as part of a non-binding facilitation MoU with the Government of Tamil Nadu. The commitment takes DICV‘s cumulative investment in India to more than ₹14,500 crore and is aimed at strengthening manufacturing capacity, R&D infrastructure, future technologies and long-term competitiveness for BharatBenz.
Today, DICV operates with 92% localization and is supported by more than 400 local suppliers, reinforcing its contribution to India‘s manufacturing ecosystem while strengthening the company’s ability to develop products and technologies tailored for Indian and global markets.
15, Sep 2026
izmo Microsystems Unveils Silicon Photonics Modules at SEMICON India 2026
Showcasing India’s first production-ready advanced packaging capabilities for Data Center Interconnects and Quantum Infrastructure
BENGALURU, India, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — izmo Limited (NSE: IZMO) (BSE: 532341) today announced that its semiconductor subsidiary, izmo Microsystems Pvt. Ltd., will showcase a range of production-stage silicon photonics products and advanced packaging technologies at SEMICON India 2026.
The izmo Microsystems exhibit will showcase next-generation silicon photonics packaging, featuring functional products that are currently in production. These include a Quantum Random Number Generator module, a Quantum Key Distribution module packaged for Pramatra, a Thin-Film Lithium Niobate modulator packaged for CCRAFT, and advanced photonic characterization packages developed and manufactured entirely by izmo Microsystems.
The showcase highlights izmo Microsystems’ unique position as the first Indian company to undertake the highly specialized packaging required to convert photonic integrated circuits into functional modules – a capability historically restricted to specialized facilities outside of India. By combining package design, precision assembly, and manufacturing under one roof, the company supports customers from initial prototyping through full commercial production.
At SEMICON India, izmo Microsystems will also preview its next-generation optical transceiver portfolio, scheduled for commercial launch in 2027.
Silicon photonics is an important enabling technology for AI infrastructure, high-performance computing, quantum technologies, defence, aerospace and secure communications. By transmitting data using light rather than electrical signals, it delivers the bandwidth and energy efficiency required to overcome the speed and heat-generation bottlenecks in modern advanced computing.
This strategic importance is driving a global optical transceiver market, projected by Research and Markets to exceed US$30 billion by 2030. Demand is being accelerated by the expansion of AI clusters and cloud infrastructure investments in India from hyperscalers like AWS, Microsoft, and Google, creating a requirement for high-speed, energy-efficient optical connectivity.
This commercial development program is bolstered by izmo Microsystems’ strategic partnership with the IIT Madras-led CPPICS Photonics Mission, supporting the translation of indigenous photonics research into commercially manufacturable products.
Dinanath Soni, Director, izmo Microsystems Pvt. Ltd., said:
“SEMICON India gives us an opportunity to showcase silicon photonics products that are manufactured by us and demonstrate the advanced packaging expertise we have built in India. Our strength lies in advanced package design and manufacturing, taking customers from initial development through to production.
As the first Indian company to undertake silicon photonics packaging, we are helping establish a domestic capability with applications across AI, high-performance computing, quantum technologies, defence and secure communications. This progress reflects the work of our engineering teams and our collaboration with IIT Madras through CPPICS. Our forthcoming optical transceiver portfolio will build on this expertise to address growing demand in India and international markets.”
Through its participation at SEMICON India 2026, izmo Microsystems aims to cement India’s emerging capabilities in advanced packaging and strengthen its engagement with customers, research institutions, and strategic partners.
About izmo Microsystems Pvt. Ltd.
izmo Microsystems Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of izmo Limited, is an advanced semiconductor packaging and manufacturing company based in Bengaluru, India. The company provides end-to-end support from package design and development through prototyping, precision assembly, fiber attachment, characterization, qualification and manufacturing. Its focus areas include System-in-Package solutions, silicon photonics and advanced optical packaging for domestic and international customers.
For more information, visit www.izmomicro.com / www.izmoltd.com or contact:
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izmo Limited
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15, Sep 2026
SCIENCE IN SPORT NAMED OFFICIAL PERFORMANCE FUEL AND HYDRATION PARTNER FOR NIKE AFTER DARK TOUR
TOKYO, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — US Statement
“Science in Sport is the Official Performance Fuel & Hydration Partner of the Nike After Dark Tour, a series of seven iconic night-running experiences in cities around the globe. Together with Nike, we are supporting runners through their journeys, providing the fueling expertise and the products they need to train, prepare, and arrive ready for race night.”
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Nike and SiS create the first co-branded nutrition range of its kind to support more than 55,000 runners across seven global events. The range includes bespoke recovery products developed with female nutrition in mind.
Every participant will receive a race-specific SiS x Nike Race Pack covering hydration, energy and recovery.
A limited range will be available for public purchase in the UK, US and Australia from September 4th 2026.
The partnership brings together Nike’s global running platform and SiS’s science-led expertise across energy, hydration and recovery. It will also see Nike and SiS launch a co-branded performance nutrition range for the Tour, marking the first time Nike has created a co-branded nutrition range with a performance nutrition partner with further education delivered through the participant journey and a dedicated microsite.
Dan Lampard, Chief Commercial & Operating Officer at Science in Sport, said: “What makes this partnership different is that we’ve started with the runner, not the product. Together with Nike, we’ve created a complete fueling system around what runners need to prepare, perform and recover at their best. It brings the performance nutrition principles used at the highest level of sport into a simple, accessible experience for tens of thousands of runners across the Nike After Dark Tour.”
2026 Nike After Dark Tour schedule
- Shanghai: 10K: April 25 2026
- Sydney Half Marathon: September 27 2026
- Mexico City Half Marathon: October 3 2026
- London 10K: October 17 2026
- Los Angeles Half Marathon: October 24 2026
- Manila 10K: November 21 2026
- Mumbai 10K: December 12 2026
https://www.scienceinsport.com/nike/after-dark-tour
About the recovery formulations
Run Recovery Clear contains 25 g carbohydrate, 20 g clear whey protein and 5 g collagen. Run Recovery Endurance contains 40 g dual-source carbohydrate, 20 g clear whey protein and 5 g collagen. Both formulations also include vitamin C, sodium, zinc, vitamins D3 and K2, calcium, folate, iodine, curcumin, pomegranate extract and a B-vitamin complex.
Supporting research
Langan-Evans, C., Cronin, C., Hearris, M. A., Elliott-Sale, K. J. and Morton, J. P. (2022). ‘Perceptions of Current Issues in Female Sport Nutrition From Elite Athletes, Practitioners, and Researchers.’ Women in Sport and Physical Activity Journal. https://doi.org/10.1123/wspaj.2022-0004.
The qualitative study involved 18 participants: seven elite athletes, six sport-nutrition practitioners and five researchers. It explored perceptions and experiences rather than testing the SiS x Nike recovery products.
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About Science in Sport Group
Science in Sport Group (SiS) is a leading global performance nutrition company trusted by elite athletes, world–class teams and everyday competitors through its Science in Sport and PhD brands. Founded in 1992, SiS has spent more than three decades driving sports nutrition innovation, including creating the world’s first isotonic energy gel – a breakthrough that helped define a category now used by endurance athletes worldwide.
SiS develops, manufactures and distributes scientifically formulated products across energy, hydration, recovery and protein, with every Science in Sport product developed and tested in the UK for complete quality control. Science underpins the entire business, supported by a Scientific Advisory Board, leading academics and performance nutrition experts who translate cutting–edge research into practical fueling solutions trusted by professionals.
SiS fuels performance across global sport, supporting more than 350 professional teams and organizations in cycling, running, football, rugby, HYROX and other high–performance disciplines. Its customers span the entire UK Premier League, the majority of MLS teams, numerous NFL and NBA teams. SiS is also a trusted supplier to major UK national governing bodies including The FA, The RFU, The ECB, British Aquatics and British Cycling.
At the Paris Olympic Games, SiS–fueled athletes won 106 medals – placing the brand second on the medal table if it were a country. With unmatched scientific credibility, deep relationships across elite sport and a proven record of innovation, SiS is accelerating growth through science–led innovation, international expansion and its ambition to become the world’s pre–eminent performance nutrition brand.
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15, Sep 2026
Airports Council International World Calls for Modernisation of Outdated Airport Slot System Stifling Competition and Costing Passengers
The trade association of the world’s airports is calling for a modernised, transparent and collaborative approach to ensure scarce airport capacity is used efficiently, market access remains competitive and slot allocation keeps pace with increasing passenger demand.
MONTREAL, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Airports Council International (ACI) World, the trade association of the world’s airports, today released a white paper calling for the modernisation of the global airport slot allocation system. The white paper details how an outdated regulatory framework, designed more than 50 years ago, is forcing the aviation industry into inefficient compromises, creating barriers to socio-economic competitiveness and connectivity.
The foundational framework managing slot allocation has not kept pace with aviation’s dynamic growth and transformation. With the number of the world’s most congested, slot-restricted airports surging by over 25% in the last decade alone, and global passenger traffic projected to nearly double by the mid-2040s, the capacity crisis continues to accelerate. ACI World is calling on regulators to engage with the industry to address the issue and modernise the slot allocation system before the capacity crunch escalates further.
“We are trying to run a 2026 aviation industry on a 1970s operating system,” said Justin Erbacci, Director General of ACI World. “Airports are doing their best to operate within an outdated regulatory framework, but the reality is that these inflexible rules and practices are preventing the industry from adapting to modern passenger demands, providing competitive fares and building resilient networks. ACI World urges regulators to sit down with the industry and finally deliver the overdue upgrade that our passengers deserve.”
Get details from the rest of the media release here on ACI’s warning on the scale of the challenge and how it makes it difficult for the market to evolve.
About ACI
Airports Council International (ACI), the trade association of the world’s airports, is a federated organization comprising ACI World, ACI Africa, ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, ACI EUROPE, ACI Latin America and the Caribbean and ACI North America. In representing the best interests of airports during key phases of policy development, ACI makes a significant contribution toward ensuring a global air transport system that is safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally sustainable. As of January 2026, ACI serves 811 members, operating over 2,200 airports in more than 160 countries worldwide.
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15, Sep 2026
Ownly Puts “Bappa’s Delivery Partner” on Hyderabad’s Roads with Mooshak on Wheels
A larger-than-life Mooshak will travel across key Ganesh pandals, neighbourhoods and high-footfall routes from 14–25 September
Sept 15: This Ganesh Chaturthi, Hyderabad sees Bappa’s trusted companion take on a role made for the delivery age. Ownly, a standalone food delivery app by Rapido, is rolling out “Mooshak on Wheels: Bappa’s Delivery Partner”, a mobile festive installation featuring a larger-than-life Mooshak mounted on a van.
Mooshak has long been recognised as Lord Ganesha’s vahana and constant companion. Ownly’s activation gives the familiar festive symbol a playful, contemporary interpretation, taking Mooshak beyond pandals and processions and onto some of Hyderabad’s busiest roads.
Designed as a moving festive landmark, the installation will travel through the city from 14 to 25 September, covering prominent Ganesh pandals, high-demand neighbourhoods, key roads and high-footfall areas. The planned route includes Balapur, Old City, Nagole, Secunderabad, Hitech City, Madhapur and Kukatpally.
The van will operate largely between 2 pm and 9 pm, with evenings expected to be the key visibility window as families step out for darshan, festive gatherings and pandal visits. As it moves between traditional celebration hubs, residential neighbourhoods and business districts, Mooshak on Wheels is intended to become a festive sight that Hyderabad residents can spot, photograph and share.
“Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with immense joy across Hyderabad and many parts of the country. In Indian households, Bappa’s name is often invoked before embarking on something new, with Lord Ganesha symbolising auspicious beginnings and bringing positivity to new journeys. We wanted to participate in that festive energy in a way that feels familiar, joyful and rooted in the occasion. ‘Bappa’s Delivery Partner’ brings together the cultural association of Mooshak, Bappa’s trusted companion, with a playful Ownly interpretation. Through the Mooshak installation travelling across the city, we hope to add a little more joy to the celebrations and create a festive experience that people across Hyderabad notice, enjoy and remember,” said Ownly’s spokesperson.
While the on-ground activation is centered in Hyderabad, Ownly has also extended the festive experience through Ganpati-themed in-app communication across Hyderabad and Bengaluru, spotlighting Indian Sweets and Pure Veg selections for festive ordering. Alongside the mobile installation, Ownly has also build presence at select Ganesh pandals across Hyderabad, including Khairatabad, Balapur, Madhapur, Miyapur, Ameerpet, Secunderabad, Dilshuknagar and Kukatpally, through festive branding and the distribution of agarbattis to visitors, making the brand part of the city’s neighbourhood-level Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.
By bringing together on-ground visibility, in-app communication and digital amplification, Ownly aims to become part of different moments of the celebration, from people heading out for darshan and discovering Mooshak on the road to families deciding what to order once they return home. The campaign captures the festive energy of Hyderabad through a simple idea: this Ganesh Chaturthi, Bappa’s Delivery Partner is on the move.
