18, Sep 2026
EcoGuard Global and CONFED Go-Live with Carbon Office Platform in Philippines Serving 3 million Coconut Farmers
September 18, 2026: EcoGuard Global (“EcoGuard”), the Swiss-based climate-tech company and spin-off from the Web3 & AI technology engineering firm, The Hashgraph Group (“THG”), and the Confederation of Coconut Farmers Organizations (“CONFED”) of the Philippines, have today announced the official platform go-live of the “CONFED Carbon Office”. This ground-breaking deployment in the global carbon market signals the transition from the collaboration agreement announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos earlier this year to operating the first digital carbon market infrastructure in the Philippines to serve over 3 million coconut farmers nationwide.
The EcoGuard platform delivers cutting-edge digital carbon market infrastructure for the assurance of high-integrity carbon credits through the secure and tamper-proof issuance, transfer, and retirement of carbon units, including the ability to register, verify, finance, and manage carbon projects across coconut-growing regions spanning approximately 3.6 million hectares of farmland in Philippines. By combining project registration, digital monitoring, reporting and verification (dMRV), documentation, traceability, carbon credit management, and transaction capabilities into a single local environment, the CONFED Carbon Office will enable the financial inclusion of coconut farmers as well as project developers to access climate finance with greater transparency, efficiency, and trust.
Speaking about the go-live of the Carbon Office platform, Charles Avila, President of CONFED, said, “The Philippines has significant potential to participate in global carbon markets through its extensive coconut-growing regions, agroforestry landscapes and agricultural communities. We are very pleased with the launch of the CONFED Carbon Office platform with EcoGuard as an important step towards converting potential into measurable climate impact and practical financial opportunity for farmers.”
CONFED and EcoGuard announced their intention to build the Philippines’ first digital Carbon Office on Hedera during the launch event of EcoGuard Global at WEF Davos in January 2026. Today’s launch demonstrates that commitment has moved from memorandum to implementation. EcoGuard has led the platform deployment, bringing its proprietary carbon bank architecture, workflow automation, and 60+ digitized carbon methodologies, to support compliant registry-grade traceability, auditable data provenance, and reduced risk of double-counting across the carbon asset lifecycle, leveraging the Hedera network as the underlying distributed ledger technology (DLT) and trust infrastructure.
Yashodhan Ramteke, CEO of EcoGuard Global, said, “The go-live of the CONFED Carbon Office is more than a technology deployment; it is the delivery of the promise we made in Davos. EcoGuard has built and brought live the digital carbon market infrastructure needed by CONFED to connect coconut farmers, project developers, buyers and investors through a trusted carbon ecosystem in Philippines This important milestone achievement and platform deployment by EcoGuard Global demonstrates how high-integrity, digitally verifiable, national carbon markets can move from ambition to execution. We aim build on our work with CONFED in the Philippines and develop a scalable model that can be replicated in key markets like India through local partnerships, with a focus on nature-based sectors and farmers.”
As a further demonstration of EcoGuard’s commitment to the Philippine’s carbon market, EcoGuard Global has made the first investment in the initial tranche of credits expected to be generated from the Samar project. The Samar COCAL Agroforestry Project, located on Samar, the Philippines’ third-largest island, is the first major project onboarded onto the platform. The project has the potential to generate 200,000 carbon credits annually, creating a new pathway to channel global climate finance towards sustainable agriculture, agroforestry, and rural communities. The transaction, executed on the live CONFED Carbon Office platform, provides an early proof-point for how digital carbon market infrastructure can help connect nature-based climate projects with institutional buyers and investors.
Stefan Deiss, Co-Founder & CEO of The Hashgraph Group, said, “We are very excited to go-live with the CONFED Carbon Office that turns carbon market participation into a commercial opportunity for millions of Filipino coconut farmers. Financial inclusion begins with digital inclusion. With this go-live, CONFED and the Philippines now have Hedera-powered carbon market infrastructure for issuance, tracking, trading, and retirement of high-integrity carbon credits under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.”
The operational go-live of the CONFED Carbon Office will support end-to-end functions including:
- Project origination and onboarding
- Digital MRV and data management
- Carbon digital asset management
- Portfolio-level tracking of climate projects
- Carbon credit transactions and monetization
- Carbon project documentation and traceability
- Investor and buyer transactions and engagement
- Transparent digital records across the carbon value chain
By consolidating these capabilities into a single secure digital carbon market environment, EcoGuard and CONFED aim to reduce the fragmentations in carbon project development, strengthen investor confidence, and simplify the agricultural and nature-based projects to actively participate in domestic and international carbon markets.
EcoGuard Global works closely with Telenym as an on-ground tech partner to connect individual farmers to the CONFED Carbon Office platform, while digital data collection is supported by national satellite-enabled initiatives. EcoGuard Global is also engaging with various other governmental departments in the Philippines, including the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Department of Agriculture (DoA), the Department of Energy (DoE), and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), with the focus on providing digital carbon market infrastructure to enable the carbon economy in the Philippines. The platform launch aligns with the Philippines’ newly adopted 2026–2030 roadmap for the voluntary forest carbon market, which identifies 1.2 million hectares of classified forest land and agricultural areas as key investment zones for carbon projects.
Looking ahead, EcoGuard and CONFED will continue to expand the Carbon Office platform by strengthening farmer-level connectivity, supporting the further development of scalable carbon market infrastructure aligned with international climate finance frameworks, and building out a pipeline of high-integrity carbon projects. The deployment in the Philippines also reinforces EcoGuard’s broader vision to deliver trusted digital carbon banks and marketplaces for governments, enterprises, and project developers across Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and other high-impact regional markets.
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- By Neel Achary
18, Sep 2026
THIS FESTIVE SEASON, HANGYO GIVES THE TRADITIONAL MODAK A COOL NEW AVATAR
Hangyo Ice Creams introduces Modak Ice Cream — where the warmth of tradition meets the joy of creamy indulgence
BENGALURU, India, Sept. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Some festive traditions are meant to be preserved. Others are meant to be reimagined.
This festive season, Hangyo Ice Creams brings together the best of both worlds with the launch of Hangyo Modak Ice Cream — an innovative creation that transforms the much-loved traditional Modak into a deliciously contemporary ice cream experience.
A symbol of auspiciousness, celebration and togetherness, the Modak has always held a special place in Indian festive traditions. Hangyo takes this beloved festive favourite and gives it an irresistible new avatar — keeping the iconic Modak shape intact while bringing in the creamy indulgence of ice cream.
A Modak you can savour, not just admire
Crafted in the distinctive traditional Modak shape, Hangyo Modak Ice Cream is designed to instantly evoke the nostalgia and joy associated with the festive season. The delicate outer layer of white chocolate provides a smooth, elegant coating and a delightful bite, while the creamy ice cream within is thoughtfully infused with the traditional flavours and ingredients inspired by the much-loved Modak.
The result is a delightful meeting of Indian tradition and contemporary indulgence — familiar enough to evoke memories, yet novel enough to create an entirely new festive experience.
“At Hangyo, we believe that innovation is most meaningful when it connects with an emotion. The Modak is not just a sweet; it represents celebration, devotion, family and happiness. With Hangyo Modak Ice Cream, we wanted to retain that emotional connect while presenting it in a completely new and exciting form. It is tradition, reimagined through the joy of ice cream,” said Mr. Pradeep G Pai – Managing Director, Hangyo Ice Creams Pvt Limited.
Tradition, Reimagined by Hangyo
The launch is a natural extension of Hangyo’s philosophy of bringing innovation closer to Indian tastes and traditions. The brand has consistently explored new flavours, formats and experiences that appeal to today’s consumers while retaining the familiarity and nostalgia of flavours they have grown up with.
With Modak Ice Cream, Hangyo goes a step further — transforming a traditional festive sweet into an ice cream that looks like a Modak, celebrates the flavours of a Modak and delivers the indulgence of Hangyo ice cream.
It is designed to become a centre piece of festive celebrations — whether shared with family, enjoyed with friends or simply savoured as a personal festive treat.
This festive season, Hangyo invites India to unwrap tradition, savour innovation and share a smile — one Modak at a time.
About Hangyo Ice Creams
Founded in 1997 by the visionary Pai brothers in, Hangyo began its journey with Softee Ice Cream in the coastal city of Mangaluru. What started as a local favorite has today grown into one of India’s top 15 Ice cream brands and is among the top 67 Indian Minicorns delighting customers across Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Goa. With state of art manufacturing facilities in Udupi, Uttara Kannada and Tiruparti, Hangyo is known for its unwavering focus on quality and innovation, Hangyo has built a formidable distribution network with over 45,000 retail outlets and 450+ distributors, becoming a trusted name in homes and hearts alike.
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18, Sep 2026
RAKEZ positions Ras Al Khaimah as a growth platform for Irish businesses at IBN Dubai seminar
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18, Sep 2026
FIA and WRC promoter confirm final round of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship
Dubai, UAE, Sept 18: The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, and WRC Promoter have confirmed that Rally Saudi Arabia, scheduled to take place from 12–15 November, will not form part of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship.
The FIA and WRC Promoter have worked extensively in recent months with the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF), the local organising team and championship stakeholders to explore every possible avenue to enable the WRC event to take place as planned.
Despite these efforts, ongoing uncertainty in the region and its effect on logistical arrangements, requires the WRC element of Rally Saudi Arabia not to proceed in 2026.
Saudi Arabia remained ready to host the event safely and successfully. The Kingdom continues to operate normally with national systems fully functional and sports and entertainment events continuing as planned as part of a busy year-round calendar.
Reflecting that confidence, Rally Saudi Arabia will, however, proceed as scheduled from 12–15 November as part of the FIA Middle East Rally Championship (MERC), with the WRC element of the event no longer taking place. The FIA will continue to work closely with SAMF and the organising team to support the safe and successful delivery of the event.
The 2026 FIA World Rally Championship will instead conclude at Rally Italia Sardegna from 1–4 October, which will become the 13th and final round of the season. With the FIA Drivers’ and Co-Drivers’ Championship leaders separated by 17 points, Sardinia’s demanding gravel stages will provide a fitting setting for the conclusion of the 2026 title fight.
The calendar change remains subject to approval by the FIA World Motor Sport Council.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA, said: “We have worked closely with our partners in Saudi Arabia, our Member Club the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation, WRC Promoter and our championship stakeholders in recent months to explore every possible route that would allow Rally Saudi Arabia to take place as planned.
“However, ongoing regional developments mean that the WRC element of Rally Saudi Arabia will not proceed this year. These are never easy decisions, particularly after the significant work undertaken by everyone involved in preparing for the event.
“While the WRC element of the event will not take place this year, our confidence in the organisers and in the long-term future of the rally remains unchanged. The FIA Middle East Rally Championship event will continue as planned in November, and we will continue to work closely with SAMF, SMC and the organising team to support the successful delivery of the event in November.
“Our focus now is firmly on the future. We will continue working together with our partners in Saudi Arabia and WRC Promoter towards bringing the FIA World Rally Championship back in 2027.
His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al-Faisal, Chairman of SAMF and Chairman of SMC, said: “We respect the decision taken by the FIA and WRC Promoter, while recognising how much anticipation there was around Rally Saudi Arabia in Jeddah this November.
“Nothing has changed in Saudi Arabia’s readiness or confidence. The Kingdom was ready to host, preparations were advanced, and our ability to deliver safe and successful international motorsport remains clear.
“That confidence will be reflected through the continuation of our local and regional motorsport calendar, including the Middle East Rally Championship. Motorsport in Saudi Arabia continues, major events across the Kingdom continue, and our commitment to bringing the FIA World Rally Championship to the Kingdom remains unchanged.”
Éric Boullier, CEO of WRC Promoter, said: “This has been a difficult decision, particularly given the significant work and commitment from our partners in Saudi Arabia to prepare for this year’s event.
“However, the ongoing regional developments and the resulting logistical challenges mean that we need to provide certainty and clarity for the remainder of the 2026 season.
“We greatly value our partnership with SAMF, SMC and the Ministry of Sport, and this decision is in no way a reflection of their ability or readiness to deliver a world-class WRC event. Our focus now is on working closely together towards the successful return of Rally Saudi Arabia to the FIA World Rally Championship in 2027.”
18, Sep 2026
KERALAM CM ANNOUNCES ‘SARAL KERALAM’ TO FAST-TRACK INVESTMENT APPROVALS
One State, One Approval, One Document | 75-day time-bound process for investments above ₹25 crore
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, India, Sept. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan today announced ‘SARAL Keralam – Simplified and Accelerated Regulatory Approvals and Licensing’, a major reform to simplify and accelerate statutory approvals for investment projects in Keralam.
Approved by the Cabinet, SARAL Keralam is based on the principle of ‘One State, One Approval, One Document’ and will establish a single statutory mechanism for final approval of eligible investment projects. The Chief Minister said the reform would simplify procedures, reduce delays and make state’s investment environment more predictable.
The mechanism will cover investments above ₹25 crore. Projects above ₹25 crore and up to ₹50 crore will be considered at the District level, while projects above ₹50 crore will come under the State-level mechanism. The State-level Approval Committee will be chaired by the Chief Secretary and the District-level Committee by the District Collector.
75 DAYS FOR FINAL APPROVAL
A maximum processing period of 75 days will be prescribed from submission of a complete application to final approval. This includes 10 days for preliminary scrutiny, 30 days for technical scrutiny, 15 days for appraisal and consolidation, and 20 days for the final decision. An Integrated Enterprise Clearance Certificate will be issued immediately after approval.
SARAL Keralam will be a one-stop mechanism for statutory approvals, rather than merely recommendations. Necessary amendments to the relevant Acts and Rules will transfer final approval authority to the State- and District-level Committees and simplify technical procedures.
A key feature is clear responsibility and accountability for departmental officers involved in appraisal and approval. Amendments to the Kerala State Service Rules are proposed to enable disciplinary action for delays, inaction, failure to act or a negative attitude in the discharge of duties.
At the same time, Departments will retain their technical scrutiny and inspection responsibilities. The framework will not dilute safeguards relating to safety, environmental protection, employee welfare or public health. There will be no deemed approval, and existing departmental mechanisms will continue for investments outside the specified categories.
The framework will also provide an appeal mechanism against rejection decisions and is intended to significantly reduce the regulatory burden associated with investment approvals.
₹25,700 CRORE INVESTMENT AFFECTED BY DELAYS
The reform seeks to address prolonged delays in investment approvals. KSIDC is monitoring 73 major investment projects, of which 47 remain stalled due to delays in statutory approvals and clearances. These projects represent investments of more than ₹25,700 crore and have the potential to generate approximately 88,000 employment opportunities.
The Chief Minister noted that some investment proposals have remained pending for five to seven years, and said SARAL Keralam is a major step towards bringing investments to Keralam by making approval procedures faster and simpler.
The Cabinet has approved the necessary statutory framework, including amendments to 19 existing laws, following detailed consultations with the concerned Departments and agencies.
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18, Sep 2026
iPhone 18 Series Goes on Sale in India, Buyers Queue Up at Apple Stores
New Delhi, Sep 18: Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale in India on Friday, attracting customers to Apple stores in major cities including Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
Sales began at 8 am, with long queues reported outside Apple stores as customers arrived early to get their hands on the latest Pro models. The launch has also drawn attention to the new camera, performance, battery and artificial intelligence features introduced with the latest iPhone generation.
One of the biggest upgrades is the camera system. The iPhone 18 Pro models feature a 48MP Fusion Main camera with a new variable aperture, allowing the camera to adjust to lighting conditions and provide greater control over depth of field. Apple says the new system is designed to improve low-light photography and video recording.
The phones also come with 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide and 48MP Fusion Telephoto cameras. The telephoto system supports up to 8x optical-quality zoom, giving users more flexibility when photographing distant subjects. New Pro camera controls and updated Photographic Styles are also aimed at users who want more control over the look of their photos and videos.
The front camera has also been upgraded to an 18MP Center Stage camera. It is designed to keep people in frame during photos and video calls and supports additional features for video recording.
Performance is another major focus of the new models. The iPhone 18 Pro series is powered by Apple’s A20 Pro chip, which is built using a 2-nanometre process. The chip includes a six-core CPU, seven-core GPU and a new dual 16-core Neural Engine designed to handle demanding applications and on-device AI workloads.
Apple has also introduced a larger vapour chamber for improved heat management. The company says the new cooling system can deliver up to 40 per cent better sustained performance compared with the previous generation, which could be useful during high-intensity gaming and other demanding tasks.
Battery life is another key feature. Apple says the iPhone 18 Pro Max can deliver up to 43 hours of video playback, while faster wired charging can take the phone to 50 per cent in around 15 minutes with a compatible adapter.
The new models also bring a stronger focus on artificial intelligence. iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max run iOS 27 and include Apple Intelligence features along with the new Siri AI. Siri AI is designed to understand more personal context and help users work across apps, messages, emails and other information on the device.
The Dynamic Island has also been redesigned to display more information at once. Apple says it can now show up to three Live Activities, allowing users to keep track of information such as sports scores, navigation and music without opening another app.
The iPhone 18 Pro models are available in four finishes, including the new burgundy option. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900 in India, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at Rs 1,79,900.
For customers, the latest launch brings improvements across the areas most commonly associated with premium smartphones — photography, performance, battery life and AI. The strong turnout at Apple stores on the first day also reflects continued consumer interest in the company’s flagship iPhone range in India.
18, Sep 2026
Britannia Treat Croissant And Havmor Blockbuster Come Together For A Delicious Croissant And Ice Cream Pairing
Mumbai, Sep 18: Some indulgences are worth having twice. And when the soft, filled Britannia Treat Croissant meets the rich, chocolatey indulgence of Havmor Blockbuster, there is little reason to choose just one. The two favourites have come together to create the Croissant Blockbuster ice cream sandwich, a deliciously indulgent pairing that brings two distinct treats into one irresistible bite.
The collaboration takes the familiar croissant-and-ice-cream pairing a step further with the Croissant Blockbuster ice cream sandwich, bringing Britannia Treat Croissant and Havmor Blockbuster together in three combinations: Vanilla Croissant & Triple Choco, Mixed Fruit Croissant & Wild Berries, and Cocoa Croissant & Triple Chocolate. The soft, filled croissant meets the rich indulgence of Havmor Blockbuster, bringing contrasting textures and flavours together in one indulgent bite.
Sometimes, seeing the combination is all the persuasion you need, and the digital film captures the idea from start to finish, building up to the moment when the two indulgences come together.
Shekhar Agarwal, GM – Marketing, Cakes, Rusk and Croissant, Britannia, said,
“Consumers are always looking for new ways to enjoy their favourite treats, and this collaboration brings two favourites together and further elevates the experience. Britannia Treat Croissant and Havmor Blockbuster each bring their own distinct taste and appeal to the combination, creating a new way to enjoy them together. We are excited to democratise this experience for our consumers and see the pairing become part of consumers’ indulgent moments.”
Commenting on the collaboration, Rishabh Verma, CMO – Vice President Marketing, Havmor Ice Cream, said,
“Today, food is not just about taste; it is increasingly about discovery, experience and the excitement of trying something new. The viral croissant-ice cream trend is a great example of how consumers are turning simple food combinations into shareable moments. With Havmor Blockbuster and Britannia Treat coming together, we wanted to build on that excitement and create an indulgent experience that feels fresh, playful and distinctly relevant to today’s consumer. This collaboration reflects our continued focus on creating innovative formats that make ice cream more experiential and give consumers new reasons to engage with the brand.”
The Britannia Treat Croissant and Havmor Blockbuster Ice Cream Sandwich will be available for a limited time at select Havmor parlours across Ahmedabad, Delhi and Mumbai, and as a combo on Zepto, allowing consumers to enjoy the pairing at Havmor parlours or from the comfort of home.
18, Sep 2026
Electric motors from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS
Originally planned as an addition to its gear unit portfolio, NORD now supplies motors in standard and special versions for more than 100 industries.
Sept 18: Each year, more than 1 million stand-alone motors leave the NORD DRIVESYSTEMS production halls worldwide. Originally planned as an addition to its gear unit portfolio, NORD now supplies electric motors in standard and special versions to users in more than 100 industries.
In 1983, NORD DRIVESYSTEMS started the production of its own motors. Today, quantities top the million mark each year. In three factories, the solution provider for drive technology manufactures asynchronous motors from 0.12 kW to 55 kW, and synchronous motors from 0.5 kW to 11 kW. With standard motors and customer-specific configurations, NORD serves a wide range of industrial requirements. The focus is on two aspects: flexibility and availability.
From continuous operation to explosion protection
NORD motors can be found in various applications. This includes energy-intensive motors for continuous operation in intralogistics or NXD tupH®-treated smooth motors in wash-down areas in the food industry. Explosion-protected versions according to ATEX, IECEx and HazLoc for conveyor systems in dust or gas atmospheres are also part of the range.
Popular efficiency portfolio
The efficiency portfolio with motors of efficiency classes IE3 to IE5 is one of the most popular NORD developments. It meets all efficiency regulations of the international target markets. With its IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motor, NORD even surpasses the efficiency specified by the highest defined IE class. For customers who aim to achieve a higher efficiency class in retrofitting, the manufacturer makes it easy: Identical motor dimensions allow users to perform such a change without fundamental mechanical modifications.
Quickly and internationally available
With factories in Italy, Poland and China, NORD manufactures the standard and special versions at international hubs. Further motor assembly facilities are located in North and South America, India and Australia. This way, the company achieves short delivery times for national and international customer projects. NORD motors are thereby not only quickly available but immediately ready for use. The portfolio comprises motors with international approvals and acceptances. This allows for the worldwide integration of, for example, the asynchronous UNIVERSAL motor and the IE5+ synchronous motor without any significant changes in system and machinery design. This simplifies and speeds up system commissioning.
Reliable quality
NORD manufactures its motors with great production depth. By using modern production facilities and a quality management certified according to DIN ISO 9001, the company meets its self-imposed quality standards at all locations. They apply to the motors as well as any other drive component from NORD. Whether standard or special solution – they must have a long service life and work reliably.
18, Sep 2026
Tenthpin Launches AI, IoMT-based Centre for Life Sciences Innovation Hub in Bengaluru
BENGALURU, India, Sept. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Switzerland based Tenthpin Management Consultants, a global leader in management and technology consulting for Life Sciences companies has announced the launch of Innovation Hub in Bengaluru, establishing a Global Centre of Excellence dedicated to advanced therapies that delivers a cutting-edge AI and cloud-driven solutions that help organizations accelerate and transform complex gene, cell, and tissue treatments into life-saving medicines.
By bringing together deep scientific expertise, and industry-leading technology partnerships, this centre serves as a hub for innovation to supports biotech and pharmaceutical organizations at every stage of the transformation journey from early-stage research and process optimization to scale-up, manufacturing, and regulatory readiness reducing time-to-market while upholding the highest standards of quality. Through AI-powered analytics, predictive modelling, and cloud-based collaboration tools, the Centre enables faster decision-making, greater reproducibility, and more efficient use of resources, ultimately helping bring transformative therapies to patients who need them most.
The latest state of art facility at Global Tech Park, Koramangala was inaugurated by Mr Juergen Bauer, Founder and Chairman of the Executive Board of Tenthpin, in the presence of Mr. Michael Schmidt, Founder and Member of the Executive Board of Tenthpin and Mr. Sachin Bhure, Partner and Managing Director, Tenthpin India.
As the Life Sciences industry continues to evolve through new scientific and technological advances, companies require innovative digital solutions to address emerging market needs. Tenthpin’s Innovation Hub in Bengaluru is focused to meet these challenges by developing unique solutions and deliver services that help organizations navigate today’s industrial needs and prepare for the future. Built on leading cloud technologies, these innovations support pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, animal health and CDMOs in accelerating growth while maintaining regulatory compliance, which is a core for these businesses. The Innovation Hub will focus on next-generation capabilities such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs) and Intelligent Clinical Supply Chain providing the industry with scalable, future-ready solutions.
Speaking on the occasion of the launch, Mr. Juergen Bauer said, “Our new office in Bengaluru is more than an expansion — it’s an investment in the future of Life Sciences innovation. Scaling and expanding of our presence in Bengaluru underscores Tenthpin’s strong belief in the power of Indian talent and innovation. India has proven to be a cornerstone of our global delivery model — combining expertise, technical excellence, and a deep commitment to quality.” He also added, “India’s exceptional talent and deep technology expertise align perfectly with Tenthpin’s mission to redefine how global Life Sciences organizations run their businesses. Together with our teams in Pune and Hyderabad, our Bengaluru team will be at the heart of co-creating intelligent, compliant, and transformative solutions. We are excited to expand an Innovation hub that not only delivers excellence but also fosters collaboration, creativity, and long-term value for our clients and partners by deliver high-value services and next-generation digital solutions to our life sciences clients worldwide.”
The Innovation Hub in Bengaluru will serve as a global hub for revolutionizing and further enhancing next-generation AI-based products and accelerators that help Life Sciences companies simplify complexity, ensure regulatory compliance and scale efficiently in a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. This centre will also collaborate with local research institutions, universities, and industry partners to drive advancements of Life Sciences in India.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Michael Schmidt said, “Opening of our new office in Bengaluru marks an important milestone in Tenthpin’s global growth journey. As delivery headquarters of India, Bengaluru plays a pivotal role in delivering innovative, high-quality solutions for our Life Sciences clients around the world. With deep expertise in SAP Batch Release Hub (BRH), SAP Intelligent Clinical Supply Management (ICSM), and SAP Advanced Therapy Orchestration (ATO), and our own AI-powered, GxP-ready Tenthpin software solutions, this centre will strengthen our ability to accelerate digital transformation in the Life Sciences industry.” He also stated, “Our team in India embodies our commitment to excellence, innovation, and partnership — ensuring that Tenthpin continues to set the global benchmark for SAP transformations and Life Sciences cloud solutions.”
“We also aim to help Indian Life Sciences companies to become global leaders in innovation with the help of local talent,” said Mr. Sachin Bhure. “Bengaluru possesses world class talent pool and the augmentation of this talent and practitioners will help in the speed to market and innovation to great extent. We plan to expand our Bengaluru footprint and double the current team in next two years,” he added.
For more information, please visit https://tenthpin.com
About Tenthpin
Tenthpin is a global consulting and technology boutique for the Life Sciences industry. 16 out of top 20 global pharma companies work with us. Besides its presence across the globe, Tenthpin has 3 major delivery centres of excellence in India, at Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Pune. Their deep appreciation for regulatory compliances while implementing technology solutions for Life Sciences companies, make them a sought-after specialist by their customers.
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18, Sep 2026
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development hosts Infrastructure conclave 2026 to deliberate on avenues for mobilising long-term infrastructure capital
MUMBAI, India, Sept. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (the Institution) hosted the Infrastructure conclave 2026 in Mumbai, bringing together key stakeholders from the infrastructure financing ecosystem to deliberate on avenues to strengthen infrastructure financing and mobilise domestic and global long-term capital.
The event witnessed keynote addresses by Mr. Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), and Ms. Laya Madduri, IAS, Joint Secretary, Infrastructure Finance Secretariat, Department of Economic Affairs (DEA).
One of the key highlights of the conclave was the launch of two research reports — ‘Channelizing Domestic and Global Capital for Infrastructure Financing’ and ‘Catalysing India’s Economic Ambitions through Bond Market Development.’
The conclave featured panel discussions focused on key aspects of infrastructure financing, including bridging India’s infrastructure financing gap by unlocking domestic and global capital, mobilising domestic and global insurance capital for infrastructure growth, and exploring structured financial solutions for recycling capital and expanding investment through securitisation, Credit Default Swaps (CDS) and Total Return Swaps (TRS).
The discussions also focused on asset monetisation for states to attract institutional capital for infrastructure, including the role of InvITs and REITs by enabling capital recycling and access to long-term institutional capital. The conclave further explored the new pool of infrastructure capital, including private credit, infrastructure funds, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, insurance capital and other institutional capital.
Commenting on the occasion Mr. Rajkiran Rai G., Managing Director, National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development, said, “India’s infrastructure ambitions require a strong and diversified financing ecosystem that can effectively channel long-term domestic and global capital. The Infrastructure conclave 2026 brings together stakeholders to examine new avenues for mobilising capital, deepening the bond market and developing innovative financing structures. Through informed dialogue and collaboration across the ecosystem, we aim to contribute towards strengthening of financing architecture needed to support India’s infrastructure growth.”
The first panel discussion examined the role of long-term institutional and private capital in bridging the infrastructure financing gap and the measures required to attract greater international capital. The discussion covered regulatory and policy considerations, project execution risks, financing constraints, currency volatility and evolving ESG compliance requirements.
The second panel focused on the potential to unlock a larger pool of domestic and global insurance capital for infrastructure growth, while balancing regulatory safeguards and risk-based capital norms with greater flexibility for long-term infrastructure investments. It also explored credit enhancement, co-investment and risk-sharing structures to address risk perceptions, improve project bankability and create investment opportunities aligned with insurers’ long-term liabilities.
The third panel examined securitisation and other structured lending solutions as pathways to unlock capital from operational assets, deepen bond markets and attract institutional investors. The discussion also considered securitisation structures tailored to infrastructure financing and the key considerations and challenges in developing an India-focused securitisation market.
The fourth panel focused on asset monetisation for states and the role of capital recycling which can be utilized by the states for investing in greenfield infrastructure assets in enabling higher capital expenditure while staying within fiscal limits. The discussion explored private participation through InvITs, and the steps required to replicate the success of the National Monetisation Pipeline at the state level.
The final panel focused on exploring the new pool of infrastructure capital and examined the growing infrastructure financing requirements and the role of alternative sources of capital as against traditional sources such as commercial banks, government budgets and conventional project finance, which face constraints relating to capital, tenor, risk appetite and regulatory requirements.
The conclave brought together stakeholders from across the infrastructure financing ecosystem to foster structured dialogue on expanding sources of capital and strengthening the financing ecosystem for India’s infrastructure requirements.
About National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development is a Development Financial Institution (DFI) established in April 2021. The institution is dedicated to accelerating the development of India’s infrastructure ecosystem by addressing the long-term financing needs of the sector. The institution plays a pivotal role in driving the nation’s economic growth and fostering sustainable development. It is committed towards its vision of becoming a strong provider of impact investment, catalysing infrastructure financing for transformative growth of India.
The institution aims to be a key partner in helping India achieve its ambitious infrastructure development objectives – responsibly and sustainably. Additionally, the institution is working towards developing a deep and liquid market for bonds, loans, and derivatives for infrastructure financing.
Website: https://nabfid.org/
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