Author: Sai Krishna

Infosys:Differentiated AI strategy and a sharp focus on value unlock propels 29% sequential growth in AI revenues

• Robust Q2 large deal TCV at $5.2 billion with 62% net new; lays solid foundation for future growth
• FY 27 revenue guidance revised to 1%-2% and margin guidance retained at 20%-22%

BENGALURU, India, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, delivered $5,145 million in Q2 revenues, year on year growth of 1.5% and sequential growth of 1.2% in constant currency. Operating margin was stable at 21.0%. EPS growth was 8.7% year on year in rupee terms. TCV of large deal wins was $5.2 billion, with 62% net new.

H1 revenues grew at 1.9% year on year in constant currency. Operating margin for H1 was at 21.0%.

“We had strong large deals of $5.2 billion, including a mega deal of over $2 billion, reinforcing our position as a trusted partner in the marketplace when clients embark on large and complex transformation programs. Our AI revenue was at 10.5% and grew 29% quarter-on-quarter. As enterprises move to AI adoption at scale, the strong growth in AI revenues is a recognition of our differentiated market positioning and client confidence,” said Salil Parekh, CEO and MD. “We are advising some of the largest global enterprise on their AI strategy and continue to invest in deep domain and technology capabilities to bring new ideas and an integrated ecosystem to help businesses unlock AI value at scale,” he added.

Guidance for FY 27:

• Revenue growth of 1%-2% in constant currency
• Operating margin of 20%-22%

Key highlights:

“We delivered operating margins of 21.0% in Q2 amidst heightened volatility. Focus on cost and operational efficiency measures while making the required investments, have led to stable margins,” said Jayesh Sanghrajka, CFO. “Free cash flow of $928 million, representing 113.3% of net profit, underscores the financial strength of the business. The Board has announced an interim dividend of ₹26 per share, an increase of 13% from last year,” he added.

Client Wins & Testimonials

• Infosys collaborated with Mondelez International to drive its supply chain transformation through AI-enabled decision-making, data standardization, and intelligent enterprise workflows. Sanjay Gurbaxani, Global Vice President, Digital Supply Chain, Mondelez International, said, “From digitally connected supply chain to standardizing data and enabling more informed decision-making, the opportunity lies in bringing together people, processes, data, and technology to deliver meaningful business outcomes. As AI evolves towards agentic AI, the potential extends beyond generating insights to enable more autonomous, responsive, and intelligent workflows. The real value comes from embedding intelligence into everyday business decisions, rethinking established processes, and scaling solutions across the enterprise. With Infosys we are building a compelling solution where technology, aligned with business priorities, can become a catalyst for operational excellence and long-term impact.”
• Infosys entered a ten-year strategic agreement with Crocs, Inc. to accelerate its IT transformation and support scalable global growth. Tom Britt, Chief Information Officer, Crocs, Inc. said, “As our organization reimagines its IT landscape, we sought a collaborator who could combine deep domain expertise with a commitment to innovation and operational excellence. By leveraging Infosys’ proven delivery frameworks and advanced automation capabilities, we will optimize operations, reduce costs and scale responsibly—while driving continuous improvement and building a foundation for sustainable growth and digital resilience that positions Crocs, Inc. for the future.”
• Infosys collaborated with Knorr-Bremse to accelerate its AI-enabled enterprise transformation. Satheeskaran Navaratnam, Chief Digital Officer & VP Transformation & Governance IT, Knorr-Bremse, said, “At Knorr-Bremse, we are building a future-ready technology foundation that supports innovation and long-term value creation. Our Tech4Value program is central to this journey, helping us create a more agile, efficient, and scalable IT environment across the organization. By working with Infosys, we aim to make our technology estate as optimized and reliable as the systems we build for our customers, ensuring that every layer of our infrastructure is equipped to support the pace of change our business demands.”
• Infosys expanded collaboration with Metsä Group to drive AI-led transformation of its IT landscape. Kristiina Lammila, Chief Information Officer of Metsä Group, said, “This engagement marks a new chapter in Metsä’s long-standing collaboration with Infosys, as we simplify and transform our IT sourcing model to meet the efficiency demands of today’s business environment. We are confident in our joint ability to deliver on these targets and accelerate the transformation of Metsä’s IT, powered by AI.”
• Infosys collaborated with NTN Corporation to drive its digital growth with seamless SAP cloud adoption. Kenji Kitazato, Head – ICT Strategy Department, NTN Corporation, said, “This migration to SAP Commerce Cloud powered by Infosys has streamlined our IT operations, improved agility, and laid a strong foundation for future digital growth. This transformation enables us to utilize this new foundation and further promote the use of digital technology.”
• Infosys collaborated with Telia to drive AI-powered transformation across its network and cybersecurity operations. Hein Müskens, Group CIO, Telia, said, “Infosys’ proven expertise in AI, automation, and telecom transformation made them the ideal partner for this initiative. Leveraging Infosys Topaz and deep industry knowledge, we look forward to accelerating the modernization of our network and cybersecurity operations, enhancing efficiency and agility, and strengthening our foundation for future innovation.”
• Infosys collaborated with KnitWell Group to develop an AI-powered platform for its customer engagement. Jaap van Riel, CTO, KnitWell Group, said, “Our relationship with our customers truly comes to life in our stores. That’s why we partnered with Infosys to build the Engage platform and help our store associates reach customers in a more efficient and engaging way. Once we identified the opportunity, Infosys was quick to develop a solution and approach. From there, we engineered and built Engage together, and we’ve seen great results.”
• Infosys Finacle was selected by Investec to drive its digital banking transformation through the Finacle SaaS platform on Microsoft Azure. Lyndon Subroyen, Global Head of Digital and Technology for Investec Group, said, “Our partnership with Infosys Finacle and Microsoft Azure marks a step change in our digital transformation journey. We are building a stronger digital foundation that allows us to scale with our clients, deliver a more seamless and personalized experience, and operate with greater precision. Digital is no longer a layer that supports the business, it is integral to how we grow, deepen client relationships, and improve our efficiency.”

Recognitions & Awards

Brand & Corporate

• Recognized as one of India’s Best Employers Among Nation-Builders by Great Place to Work® for the sixth year in a row.
• Recognized across four Avtar & Seramount indices, including Hall of Fame – Best Companies for Women India 2026; Exemplar in the Most Inclusive Companies Index India 2026; Top 10 Best Companies for Workplace Wellness (BCWW); and Top 10 Best Companies for ESG (BCESG).
• Received three Brandon Hall Group™ 2026 HCM Excellence Awards® for Best Corporate Learning University; Best Senior Manager Development Program; and Best Sourcing and Assessment Strategy.
• Received The Asset Corporate Sustainability Leadership Awards 2026 in four categories – Platinum Award; Best in Transition; Best Initiative in Environmental Responsibility for the Infosys Agroforestry Program; and Best Investor Relations Team.
• Infosys BPM honored with multiple Tata Institute of Social Sciences LeapVault CLO Awards India for Best Skill Development Initiative, Best Corporate University, and Best Diversity & Inclusion Training Program.
• Infosys BPM won the 17^th CSR Summit & Awards 2026 for Best Skill Development Initiative.

AI and Cloud Services

• Rated as a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Public Cloud Optimization and Transformation Services.
• Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Cloud Professional Services in the AI Era 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Positioned as a Leader among the top providers in the Everest Group Microsoft Azure Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group Quality Engineering (QE) Services for AI Applications and Systems PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
• Featured as a Leader in the NelsonHall NEAT Evaluation for AI-Enabled Cloud Infrastructure Management Services.
• Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Constellation ShortList™ for AI Services.
• Recognized as a Leader on the 2026 Constellation ShortList™ for Public Cloud Transformation Services.
• Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Constellation ShortList™ for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Best-of-Breed Platforms.
• Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Constellation ShortList™ for Decision Intelligence Platforms.

Key Digital Services

• Rated as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Infrastructure Outsourcing Services, Q3 2026.
• Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide ServiceNow Implementation Services 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Oracle Implementation Services 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Digital Workplace Services 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group Digital Workplace Services (DWS) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026: North America.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group Digital Workplace Services (DWS) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026: Europe.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group Retail Digital Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group GCC Setup Capabilities in India PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
• Recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Constellation ShortList™ for AI-Native Global Capability Center (GCC) Services.
• Rated as a Leader in HFS Horizons: Customer Experience Services, 2026.
• Featured as a Leader in the NelsonHall NEAT Evaluation for Salesforce Services 2026.
• Featured as a Leader in the NelsonHall NEAT Evaluation for SAP Ecosystem Services.
• Infosys BPM received the Avasant Digital Masters: Technology and Process Transformation Leaders Award at Avasant Partner Connect 2026.
• Infosys BPM received three GSA UK Awards 2026 for Service Provider of the Year (Large); Business Services Programme of the Year with Microsoft; and Collaboration Programme of the Year with Lloyd’s Register.

Industry & Solutions

• Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide AI-Driven Professional Services for Oil and Gas Companies 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide AI-Driven Digital Strategy and Consulting Services for Oil and Gas Companies 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group Pharmaceutical R&D IT Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
• Positioned as a Leader in the Everest Group Life and Annuity (L&A) Insurance IT Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
• Infosys Finacle recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Trade Finance Systems 2026 Vendor Assessment.
• Infosys Finacle rated as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Retail Core Banking Systems in Europe.
• Infosys Finacle received Global BankTech Awards 2026 by the Digital Banker 2026 in three categories: Outstanding Trade Finance Solution by a Vendor; Best Liquidity Management Solutions Provider by a Vendor; and Best Treasury Management Solutions Provider by a Vendor.

Read more about our Awards & Recognitions here.

About Infosys

Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY) is a global leader in AI first business consulting and technology services. Over 325,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses, and communities. As navigators of enterprise transformation, we enable businesses in 59 countries to unlock AI value at scale. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we accelerate business transformation through our AI-first value framework, deep domain expertise, and our unique ability to orchestrate innovations from our AI-native partner ecosystem. Infosys is recognized as the fastest growing IT services brand globally, committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable partner for our clients where deep talent expertise, in an inclusive workplace, help them navigate their next.

Safe Harbor

Certain statements in this release, including those concerning our future events, future growth prospects, our future financial or operating performance and our offerings and collaborations, are “forward looking statements” intended to qualify for the ‘safe harbor’ under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, our industry, economic conditions in the markets in which we operate, and certain other matters. These forward-looking statements are subject to substantial known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those implied by such forward-looking statements. Important factors that may cause actual results or outcomes to differ from those implied by the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding the execution of our business strategy, increased competition for talent, our ability to attract and retain personnel, increase in wages, investments to reskill our employees, our ability to effectively implement a hybrid work model, economic uncertainties and geo-political situations, technological disruptions and innovations such as artificial intelligence, the complex and evolving regulatory landscape including immigration regulation changes, particularly in the United States, our Environmental, Social, Governance (“ESG”) vision, our capital allocation policy and expectations concerning our market position, future operations, margins, profitability, liquidity and capital resources, our corporate actions including acquisitions, cybersecurity matters, the outcome of pending litigation and the US government investigation, and the effect of current and future tariffs. These and additional factors that may cause actual results or outcomes to differ from those implied by the forward-looking statements are discussed in more detail in our US Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. In light of these and other uncertainties, you should not conclude that the results or outcomes referred to in any of the forward-looking statements will be achieved. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.

NOTES:

a)  The above information is extracted from the audited condensed consolidated Balance sheet and Statement of Comprehensive Income for the quarter and six months ended September 30, 2026, which have been taken on record at the Board meeting held on October 23, 2026.

b)  Revenue growth in reported currency includes the impact of currency fluctuations. Additionally, we calculate constant currency (CC) growth by comparing current period revenues in respective local currencies converted to US$ using prior period exchange rates and comparing the same to our prior period reported revenues.

c)  A Fact Sheet providing the operating metrics of the Company can be downloaded from www.infosys.com.

d)  As the quarter and six months ended figures are taken from the source and rounded to the nearest digits, the quarter figures in this statement added up to the figures reported for the previous quarter might not always add up to the six months ended figures reported in this statement.

IFRS-INR Press Release: https://www.infosys.com/investors/reports-filings/quarterly-results/2026-2027/q2/documents/ifrs-inr-press-release.pdf

Fact sheet: https://www.infosys.com/investors/reports-filings/quarterly-results/2026-2027/q2/documents/fact-sheet.pdf

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India’s Spiritual Leadership Takes Center Stage Globally: *H.H. Shree Shivkrupanand Swami, promoter of global spritual platform ‘Gurutattva’ and ‘Himalayan Samarpan Meditation’, appointed Vice Chair of ‘World Meditation Day Governance Committee’

NEW DELHI, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In a historic milestone marking India’s deepening spiritual footprint and civilizational diplomacy on the world stage, revered Indian spiritual master and founder of Himalayan Samarpan Meditation, His Holiness Shree Shivkrupanand Swamiji, has been appointed as the Vice Chair of the World Meditation Day Governance Committee and Chairperson for the Southern Asia Region.

The World Meditation Day Association and the World Meditation Foundation formally announced the appointment through a joint accord. Swamiji represents India as a core proposing nation on the high-level international bureau alongside global figures, including Acting Chair Enrico Somma representing Liechtenstein.

The high-level appointment aligns with the international observance of World Meditation Day (December 21), an initiative spearheaded through global non-governmental momentum and supported at the multilateral level to integrate mindfulness, inner equilibrium, and collective consciousness into human daily life. The official global platform and governance portal are slated for formal unveiling during the upcoming 2nd International Symposium on AI + Meditation, marking an unprecedented convergence between traditional Himalayan wisdom and emerging frontier technologies.

Reasserting India’s Spiritual Eminence

India has long served as the crucible of yoga, dhyana, and inner engineering. Following the worldwide adoption of International Yoga Day, this appointment reinforces India’s recognized role as the global compass for holistic well-being and peaceful coexistence (Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam).

Swamiji’s elevation to the helm of this global governing body underlines that authentic Himalayan meditation practices are increasingly sought after by world institutions grappling with modern fragmentation, stress epidemics, geopolitical friction, and cognitive burnout.

“World peace can never come through any book or weapon; world peace can begin only with inner peace,” stated H.H. Shree Shivkrupanand Swami. “True meditation is an inward journey to self-realisation where one’s own soul becomes one’s guide. By transforming the individual from within, we foster universal brotherhood and an enduring architecture for global harmony.”

Swamiji founded Himalayan Samarpan Meditation in 1994, dedicating the past three decades to teaching meditation completely free of charge to over 3 million seekers spanning more than 72 nations. With dedicated meditation sanctums (Dhyanasthalis) established across India, North America, Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia, Swamiji’s new mandate will catalyze structured, cross-border wellness frameworks across the South Asian subcontinent and beyond.

About Gurutattva:

Gurutattva initiative is a global spiritual movement founded by His Holiness Shree Shivkrupanand Swamiji in 1994. Dedicated to personal well-being and universal harmony, Gurutattva brings the 800-year-old wisdom of Himalayan Samarpan Meditation to practitioners around the globe. Swamiji founded Himalayan Samarpan Meditation in 1994 and has dedicated the past three decades to teaching meditation free of charge to over 3 million seekers in more than 72 nations. Operating under the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (The World as One Family), the organization blends spiritual practice (Sadhna) with selfless service (Seva) to help individuals achieve inner peace and holistic growth. Learn more at www.gurutattva.org

For more information, reach out to support@gurutattva.org 

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New Prize Pool Unlocked: Bybit Extends USD1 Hold & Earn Program With 27 Million WLFI in Rewards

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the New Financial Platform trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, has extended its USD1 Hold & Earn program following strong community demand. The bonus month offers a 27,000,000 WLFI reward pool with up to competitive APR for eligible USD1 holders.

The extension follows five consecutive months of sustained participation since the program’s debut in May 2026 as part of Bybit’s USD1 Ecosystem Carnival. The bonus round started from October 17, 2026 and will conclude on November 15, 2026, as Bybit and its ecosystem partners respond to popular demand and continue to craft rewarding experiences for the community.

As with previous months, eligible Bybit users who hold a minimum of 1 USD1 in their account will automatically earn daily WLFI rewards. No staking, subscription or lock-up is required.

The USD1 Holder Leaderboard is updating daily to rank the top 50 USD1 holders on Bybit by effective holdings.

USD1 balances are snapshotted hourly each day, with WLFI rewards credited to the Main Account Funding Wallet around 06:00 UTC the following day. Daily rewards are derived from effective USD1 holdings, settlement prices sourced from the Bybit Spot Market, and the prevailing daily APR. Actual APR and reward amounts may vary based on total participation and market pricing during the campaign period.

USD1 is a USD-backed stablecoin issued by World Liberty Financial, fully collateralized by short-term U.S. Treasury securities and cash equivalents and designed to maintain a stable 1:1 peg with the US Dollar. WLFI is the governance token of World Liberty Financial, a DeFi protocol built to broaden access to decentralized financial services. Token holders can participate in protocol governance decisions and contribute to the direction of the ecosystem.

Terms and conditions apply. For details on eligibility and potential restrictions, users may visit: USD1 Hold & Earn Month 6: 27M WLFI Rewards, Up to 10% APR

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Chandigarh University Hosts Five-Day Law Fest ‘Lex Nova 2026,’ Bringing Legal Luminaries & Law Students Together to Explore the Power of Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation

Arbitration, Mediation & Conciliation Can Reduce Pendency of Court Cases in India, says Justice Kuldeep Singh, Former Judge, Punjab & Haryana High Court 

CHANDIGARH, India, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Giving law students an opportunity to gain practical knowledge of the world of justice, law and legal practice, Chandigarh University is hosting six-day ‘LEX NOVA 2026 – The Law Fest’, bringing together jurists, leading legal practitioners, legal minds and law students to explore the intricacies of ‘arbitration, mediation, and conciliation’ through Intra Moot Court Competition, Vidhi Samvad (mediation competition), Media Trial, Maxims Bee Quiz Competition, Legal Awareness Camp, Walkathon and a Nukkad Natak for taking legal awareness beyond the classroom.

The dignitaries who graced the inauguration of the ‘LEX NOVA 2026 – The Law Fest’, organized by the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS) at Chandigarh University with the theme ‘arbitration, mediation, and conciliation’, included Chief Guest, Justice Kuldeep Singh, former Judge, Punjab and Haryana High Court, Harleen Sharma, Additional and Sessions Judge and Director (Administration), Chandigarh Judicial Academy, Adv Gitanjali Kapoor, Senior Mediator, Supreme Court, Prof (Dr) Devinder Singh, Pro Vice Chancellor, Chandigarh University, Jannat Sandhu, Director, Chandigarh University, Prof (Dr) Simranjit Kaur Gill, Executive Director, UILS and Prof (Dr) Vandana Arora, Chairperson, Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

In his keynote address, the Chief Guest, Justice Kuldeep Singh, former Judge, Punjab and Haryana High Court said, “Today arbitration, mediation and conciliation has become very important because of the delay in dispensation of justice. If a case goes up to the Supreme Court that means whole of your life and maybe your next generation will hear the judgement, so such a judgment is of no use to you. As the awareness is increasing about our rights, the spirit to contest everything in court is also going up. So, that is causing the delay. Justice needs to be done not just correctly but speedily also. For this, arbitration, conciliation and mediation can play an important role because it provides a common platform to settle cases with some give and take between the two parties. This leads to happy ending.”

“But if the arbitration doesn’t succeed, the matter can be referred to the arbitrator. Under the Arbitration Act the matter has to be decided within one year. So normally such a case is decided within six months or 12 months So that is much less than the time taken by the courts. While not every dispute can be resolved this way, most can be settled through mediation and conciliation—either before litigation begins or while it is ongoing. The ‘give-and-take’ method is highly effective these days. It helps preserve good relationships, sparing you from unnecessary stress and worry. Whether it concerns property or a matrimonial dispute, it allows you to move forward and live in peace. That is the benefit of institutions like arbitration, mediation and conciliation. If both parties agree to arbitration, matters can be resolved quite swiftly,” he added.

Advising students to work hard, Justice Singh further said, “Success is always within reach—provided you work hard, remain innovative, and never lose heart. God always has something better in store for you. If you fail at something, it simply means that God has something better planned. Hard work is the key to success. Success doesn’t come overnight.”

In her address, Harleen Sharma, Additional and Sessions Judge and Director (Administration), Chandigarh Judicial Academy said, “The true strength of the justice system lies not merely in established laws or judicial verdicts, but in the rights it protects—thereby instilling public trust. While court judgments are essential, one must also recognize the significance of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms. Processes such as mediation, conciliation, and arbitration render justice more accessible and effective.”

Advising students that the legal profession demands not only intellect but also strong character, she said “Strive to become not just successful lawyers, but true guardians of the Constitution, protectors of human dignity, and champions of justice.”

Speaking on the occasion, Adv Gitanjali Kapoor, Senior Mediator, Supreme Court said, “Earlier is arbitration, mediation and conciliation was not a career or a glamorous corner of the law. But today it is the center of law. Though our lawyers are judges as they are working tirelessly and extraordinarily putting in all their efforts to lower down the pendency of cases, still the pendency in the courts these days is running into crores across the country. And for this is the reason why ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) is important. While the courts are doing their job and the mediators and arbitrators are doing their job so that the court room can do what they are actually meant to be doing. There are cases which can be settled outside the court room without intervention of the judges.”

In his address, Prof (Dr) Devinder Singh, Pro Vice Chancellor, Chandigarh University said, “Prof (Dr) Devinder Singh, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Chandigarh University, stated, “India’s justice system faces several challenges, including a large backlog of about 6 crore pending cases, delays in the delivery of justice, high legal costs, and an insufficient number of judges. Law students should understand these challenges and contribute toward making the country’s justice system more effective.”

Earlier in her welcome address, Jannat Sandhu, Director, Chandigarh University said, “Lex Nova 2026 highlights the growing importance of collaborative dispute resolution and the need to make justice more accessible and effective. At Chandigarh University, we believe that legal education extends beyond classrooms, it is about nurturing critical thinkers, ethical professionals, and responsible citizens who understand that the true purpose of law is to uphold justice and serve the society.”

While the Intra Moot Court Competition during the Law Fest will provide law students a practical platform to cultivate their legal research, analytical reasoning, drafting, and courtroom advocacy skills, Vidhi Samvad (mediation competition) will enable law students to understand mediation. The Media Trial, the Breaking News Courtroom Challenge Programme will explore the complex relationship between law, media, justice and public opinion, Maxims Bee Quiz Competition will help law students understand important legal maxims and their practical application, the Legal Awareness Camp will promote legal literacy, the Walkathon aims to spread legal awareness, inclusion and public participation and the Nukkad Natak will bring conversations about rights, responsibilities and access to justice into a shared community space.

About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.

Website address: https://www.cuchd.in/

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From the vibrant Aahara Mela to on-ground experiences, Coca-Cola’s beverage portfolio adds to the spirit of Mysuru Dasara

MYSURU, India, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Mysuru’s Dasara 2026 celebrations draw to a close, Coca-Cola India together with its bottling partner Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), enhanced the festive experience through a series of on-ground activations, consumer engagements, and expanded retail touchpoints across the city. With a presence at Aahara Mela, Mysuru’s biggest food festival, the company made its beverages accessible at key gathering points, complementing the city’s food culture and festive traditions.

At Aahara Mela, over 150 food stalls offered visitors a diverse range of culinary choices, with Sprite and Coca-Cola featured prominently across the festival. The beverages complemented the food offerings, giving visitors an opportunity to pair their favourite drinks with the flavours on offer.

Adding a distinct food-led engagement to the festivities, Sprite X Spicy made its first on-ground appearance at Mysuru Dasara. Bringing together the heat of spicy food and the refreshing taste of Sprite, the activation invited visitors to explore the classic pairing of spice and refreshment during the festival.

Beyond Aahara Mela, Coca-Cola India extended its presence through branded horse carts, highway activations with Sprite and Rimzim for wall paintings and chilling centres across key locations and travel routes, including Chamundi Hills, Brindavan Gardens, the Mysuru Dasara Flower Show at Kuppanna Park, and Srirangapatna. Sampling of Rimzim Zeera and Minute Maid tetra packs, alongside promotions for Sprite Lemon Mint, was also carried out to keep the visitors refreshed.

Desmond Nikhil Dsouza, Vice President – Integrated Operations (HCCB) & Commercial, Coca–Cola India & Southwest Asia, said, “Festivals bring communities together through shared traditions, local experiences and moments of celebration. Our beverage portfolio and on-ground experiences add to the many ways people enjoy these occasions. Through our diverse beverage portfolio, on-ground presence and extensive bottling and distribution network, we seek to be part of these special occasions, while also recognizing the contribution of our local retailers and distribution channels who are integral to the festive ecosystem.”

Vinay Nair, Chief Commercial Officer, Hindustan Coca–Cola Beverages (HCCB), said, “Delivering a consistent consumer experience during a large-scale celebration such as Mysuru Dasara requires strong execution across our distribution network and close engagement with distributors and retail partners. Our focus is on ensuring product availability across relevant consumer touchpoints, backed by strong operational readiness and effective market execution to meet demand during the festive period.”

Through its presence at Mysuru Dasara, Coca-Cola India extended its beverage portfolio across the city’s festive and culinary landscape, while working alongside local retail partners to serve consumers and support the ecosystem that makes the celebrations possible.

About Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola in India is one of the country’s leading beverage companies, offering a range of high-quality and refreshing beverage options to consumers. The company, in line with its vision of ‘Beverages For Life’ offers a wide portfolio of products which includes hydration, sports, sparkling, coffee, tea, nutrition, juice and dairy based products. In India its beverage range includes Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, Thums Up, Thums Up XForce, Charged, Fanta, Limca, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Kinley Soda, Rimzim, Maaza, Minute Maid range of juices and Honest Tea. The Company also offers hydration beverages including Limca GlucoCharge, Smartwater, Kinley, Kinley Copper, Dasani and Bonaqua packaged drinking water. Premium products constitute Schweppes’ range and Smartwater. In addition, it offers a Costa Coffee range of tea and coffee. The Company is constantly transforming its portfolio, from reducing sugar in its drinks to bringing innovative new products to market.

The Company along with its owned bottling operations and franchise bottling partners has a strong network of over six million retail outlets through which it refreshes millions of consumers across the country. It seeks to positively impact people’s lives, communities, and the planet through water and packaging initiatives, sustainable agriculture and emission reductions across its value chain.

Globally together with its bottling partners, The Coca-Cola Company employs more than 700,000 people, helping to bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.cocacolacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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Youth4 Rising Bharat – Kedar Drive 2026: Aarushi Nishank Leads National Expedition for Environmental Awareness and Himalayan Conservation

NEW DELHI, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Actor, producer and social activist Aarushi Nishank spearheaded the launch of Youth4 Rising Bharat – Kedar Drive 2026 in New Delhi on October 22, with Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, flagging off the expedition. The initiative aims to mobilise youth and citizens for environmental awareness, sustainable practices and the conservation of the ecologically fragile Himalayan region, with Shri Kedarnath Dham as a key destination.

Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan appreciated Aarushi Nishank’s leadership and described her as an emerging national youth icon, recognising her efforts to inspire young people to participate in environmental conservation, nation-building and social service. He acknowledged the importance of her initiative in bringing together students, volunteers and citizens around the shared mission of protecting the Himalayas and promoting a cleaner, greener India. The appreciation highlighted Aarushi’s growing role in connecting youth leadership with environmental responsibility and translating the spirit of public participation into meaningful action.

Speaking about the initiative, Aarushi Nishank said, “Youth4 Rising Bharat – Kedar Drive 2026 is more than an expedition to Kedarnath; it is a collective call to action, especially for our youth, to take responsibility for protecting our environment. The Himalayas are an invaluable ecological heritage and a vital lifeline. Safeguarding their rivers, forests and biodiversity is our shared responsibility. Through this campaign, we aim to transform environmental awareness into meaningful action and inspire a lasting culture of sustainability, service and responsible citizenship.”

The national expedition brings together students from IITs, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), the University of Delhi and Gujarat University, along with National Service Scheme (NSS) members, India Foundation, Sparsh Ganga Abhiyaan volunteers, environmental activists, social media influencers, media representatives and participants associated with India Foundation. The campaign aims to mobilise more than 10,000 volunteers and inspire citizens to make environmental responsibility an integral part of everyday life.

Drawing inspiration from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Swachh Bharat and Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, the drive promotes tree plantation, cleanliness, responsible tourism, plastic reduction and sustainable waste management. It seeks to connect India’s spiritual heritage with the responsibility of protecting the Himalayas, their rivers, forests and biodiversity.

Aarushi Nishank: Bridging Cinema and Social Impact

Aarushi Nishank is an actor, producer, social activist and environmental advocate whose work spans cinema, culture and community initiatives. As a co founder of Sparsh Ganga Abhiyaan and founder of Plastic Se Punya, she has championed environmental awareness, river conservation and responsible plastic use.

Her entertainment career includes producing the web series Life Hill Gayi for Disney+ Hotstar, Lucky in Love for Amazon Mini and association with T-Series music albums including Wafa Na Raas Aayee and Teri Galliyon Se.

In 2025, she made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival, highlighting sustainability through fashion incorporating recycled textile waste and traditional Indian craftsmanship. Her journey reflects an effort to use creative platforms to communicate messages of environmental responsibility and social change.

About Youth4 Rising Bharat

Youth4 Rising Bharat is a youth-focused initiative dedicated to inspiring young minds to take an active role in building a stronger, more progressive, and responsible India. Through meaningful programs, awareness activities, and opportunities for participation, the initiative encourages young people to develop leadership, confidence, creativity, and a spirit of social responsibility.

Youth4 Rising Bharat believes that empowered and informed youth can become the driving force behind positive change. By creating opportunities for learning, collaboration, and community engagement, it aims to nurture young citizens who contribute to a brighter and more inclusive future for the nation.

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Hexaware Hosts Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire Mayoral Delegation, Deepens Partnership with University of Leeds

Part of the Great North Mayoral Delegation’s visit to India, discussions focused on Hexaware’s UK expansion and planned R&D centers in Leeds and Manchester

LONDON, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), an AI-first digital and IT services company, hosted a delegation led by Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, and Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, as part of The Great North’s first joint mayoral-led trade mission to India

Hexaware met with Tracy Brabin and delegates from West Yorkshire at its Mumbai office to discuss the company’s UK investment plans, regional employment, and opportunities for technology collaboration across the North of England.

During the visit, Hexaware and the University of Leeds discussed their agreement to strengthen industry–academic collaboration through research, knowledge sharing, and experiential learning opportunities for students.

Earlier in the mission, on October 14 in Bengaluru, Hexaware leaders met Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, together with representatives of the British Deputy High Commission and the Invest Manchester team, to discuss Hexaware’s investment in the city region.

Hexaware announced that it will create hundreds of jobs and invest £9 million in a new Design and Innovation Centre at Manchester’s innovation district, SISTER, delivered in collaboration with the University of Manchester. By establishing a base at SISTER, Hexaware will have access to Europe’s largest clinical academic campus on Manchester’s Oxford Road Corridor and a rapidly expanding digital and tech ecosystem within the city.

The visits follow Hexaware’s June 2026 announcement of a £25 million UK expansion, expected to create approximately 1,200 jobs over three to five years across Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham, including 420 in Manchester and 240 in Leeds. Plans include proposed R&D centers in Manchester and Leeds, with Newcastle also under consideration as a potential future location, given the region’s strong university talent pool and proximity to Scotland.

Parameshwaran Iyer, Executive Vice President & Head – Europe, Hexaware, said, “The North of England is an important part of our UK growth plans. Our investment goes into developing technology capabilities and recruiting graduates from the region’s universities, training them to work with enterprise and public-sector customers. Our new agreement with the University of Leeds will strengthen this pipeline, giving us closer access to graduate talent as we grow our presence in the region. We see considerable potential in the talent and expertise available across these cities.”

Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, said, “Greater Manchester has established strengths in healthcare, life sciences, and AI, supported by close cooperation between universities, researchers, and industry. We welcome Hexaware’s plans for Manchester and the opportunities they present for investment, innovation, and employment in these sectors.”

Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said, “It was great to visit Hexaware’s headquarters in Mumbai and hear first-hand about the company’s ambitious plans for growth in the UK. Their investment in Leeds and the creation of hundreds of new jobs is fantastic news for West Yorkshire and a strong vote of confidence in our region. Trade missions like this give us the opportunity to meet decision-makers directly, strengthen international relationships and explore how businesses like Hexaware can deepen their links with West Yorkshire to create a stronger, better-off region that works for all.” 

Glenn McCauley, Head of Proposition Development at the University of Leeds, said, “We were delighted to join this Great North Mayoral Delegation to India and to discuss with Hexaware leadership and with the Mayor of West Yorkshire how the University of Leeds’ agreement with Hexaware can be a catalyst to drive economic growth in our region.”

India and the North of England are connected above all through people, with more than 81,000 people of Indian heritage living in Yorkshire and the Humber, and 50,000 people of Indian diaspora in Greater Manchester. Thousands of Indian students also choose universities in the two regions every year. Increasingly, Indian companies are also among the region’s investors and employers. The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), in force since July 2026, alongside The Great North’s investment initiatives, gives that relationship fresh momentum.

Hexaware will continue discussions with regional partners on its proposed R&D facilities, graduate recruitment, and technology partnerships across the North of England, drawing on Leeds’ strengths in digital engineering, data science, robotics, fintech, and technology-enabled care, and Manchester’s strengths in healthcare, life sciences, cyber, and AI.

About Hexaware

Hexaware is a global technology and business process services company. Every day, Hexawarians wake up with a singular purpose: to create smiles through great people and technology. With offices across the world, we empower enterprises worldwide to realize digital transformation at scale and speed by partnering with them to build, transform, run, and optimize their technology and business processes. Learn more about Hexaware at https://hexaware.com.

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Zoomlion Tower Cranes Combine Heavy Lifting and Precision Control for Construction at Height

CHANGSHA, China, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (“Zoomlion”) supported the Sept. 29 topping out of the 283-meter Shangri-La-side main tower of China’s Lugu Lake Grand Bridge. Two R4300-200 tower cranes served the bridge’s main towers. Alongside the company’s earlier work on a 380-meter tower in Istanbul, the project demonstrates how heavy lifting capacity, precise controls and customized engineering support construction at height.

Heavy Lifting and Remote Control at Lugu Lake Grand Bridge

Located on the Xichang-Shangri-La Expressway in southwestern China, the bridge required accurate placement of large structural components in a mountain canyon. Each R4300-200 handled component lifting for its respective main tower. The final 103 meters of the Shangri-La-side tower construction included positioning the last steel and concrete sections above the central crossbeam, where changing wind conditions made stability and load control particularly important.

With a maximum lifting capacity of 200 metric tons and an 80-meter jib, the R4300-200 combines heavy lifting performance with more than 20 intelligent safety and control functions. These include collision prevention, automatic adjustment of operating speed according to load and controls that prevent suspended loads from slipping downward. Together, these features support controlled movement and positioning of heavy components during tower assembly.

Live camera feeds allow operators to monitor component positioning and control lifts remotely from ground level. This provides a view of lifting operations and supports accurate alignment during installation. Segment lifting for the Shangri-La-side main tower was completed safely.

Customized Engineering and Coordinated Technical Support in Istanbul

Zoomlion applied a different equipment configuration at the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye’s tower within the Istanbul International Financial Center. The 380-meter building combined steel framing with precast concrete. Construction required 1,260 heavy lifts, including steel columns weighing up to 48.2 metric tons, within a tightly constrained site.

For this project, Zoomlion customized its L760-50 luffing jib tower crane, which has a maximum lifting capacity of 50 metric tons and a maximum jib length of 60 meters. Modular mast sections measuring 2.3 meters on each side accommodated the limited space and enabled transport in standard shipping containers. Each crane required 10 custom connections to the building, engineered to meet local seismic requirements.

Variable-frequency drives regulate lifting, rotation and jib movement, enabling smooth starts, stops and fine adjustments when aligning heavy steel components. The control system supports precise positioning and helps manage load sway. Wind speed monitoring provides automatic warnings and limits operating speeds when preset thresholds are exceeded, helping teams manage changing conditions at height.

Remote monitoring and maintenance technology complemented these controls by transmitting 28 operating parameters, including loads, component temperatures, operating hours and fault codes. These data supported assessment of component wear and preventive maintenance. Zoomlion’s R&D team in China worked remotely with engineers based in Türkiye to diagnose equipment issues and support timely maintenance, helping limit downtime. Equipment selection and technical support helped sustain a construction schedule of one floor every five days for the main structure.

Support also extended to crane placement, installation feasibility studies and dismantling simulations, connecting equipment design with practical construction requirements.

The project demonstrated Zoomlion’s capabilities in customization, R&D, rapid delivery and responsive service. It also provided experience for other high-rise projects, including the 377-meter Ciel Dubai Marina hotel, Dubai’s 400-meter Al Habtoor Tower and Indonesia’s 331-meter Oasis Central Towers.

Building on this experience, Zoomlion will continue to develop tailored lifting solutions with ongoing technical support to meet the demands of high-rise and infrastructure construction.

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Hexaware Hosts Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire Mayoral Delegation, Deepens Partnership with University of Leeds

Part of the Great North Mayoral Delegation’s visit to India, discussions focused on Hexaware’s UK expansion and planned R&D centers in Leeds and Manchester

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), an AI-first digital and IT services company, hosted a delegation led by Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, and Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, as part of The Great North’s first joint mayoral-led trade mission to India

Hexaware met with Tracy Brabin and delegates from West Yorkshire at its Mumbai office to discuss the company’s UK investment plans, regional employment, and opportunities for technology collaboration across the North of England.

During the visit, Hexaware and the University of Leeds discussed their agreement to strengthen industry–academic collaboration through research, knowledge sharing, and experiential learning opportunities for students.

Earlier in the mission, on October 14 in Bengaluru, Hexaware leaders met Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, together with representatives of the British Deputy High Commission and the Invest Manchester team, to discuss Hexaware’s investment in the city region.

Hexaware announced that it will create hundreds of jobs and invest £9 million in a new Design and Innovation Centre at Manchester’s innovation district, SISTER, delivered in collaboration with the University of Manchester. By establishing a base at SISTER, Hexaware will have access to Europe’s largest clinical academic campus on Manchester’s Oxford Road Corridor and a rapidly expanding digital and tech ecosystem within the city.

The visits follow Hexaware’s June 2026 announcement of a £25 million UK expansion, expected to create approximately 1,200 jobs over three to five years across Manchester, Leeds, and Birmingham, including 420 in Manchester and 240 in Leeds. Plans include proposed R&D centers in Manchester and Leeds, with Newcastle also under consideration as a potential future location, given the region’s strong university talent pool and proximity to Scotland.

Parameshwaran Iyer, Executive Vice President & Head – Europe, Hexaware, said, "The North of England is an important part of our UK growth plans. Our investment goes into developing technology capabilities and recruiting graduates from the region’s universities, training them to work with enterprise and public-sector customers. Our new agreement with the University of Leeds will strengthen this pipeline, giving us closer access to graduate talent as we grow our presence in the region. We see considerable potential in the talent and expertise available across these cities."

Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester, said, "Greater Manchester has established strengths in healthcare, life sciences, and AI, supported by close cooperation between universities, researchers, and industry. We welcome Hexaware’s plans for Manchester and the opportunities they present for investment, innovation, and employment in these sectors."

Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, said, "It was great to visit Hexaware’s headquarters in Mumbai and hear first-hand about the company’s ambitious plans for growth in the UK. Their investment in Leeds and the creation of hundreds of new jobs is fantastic news for West Yorkshire and a strong vote of confidence in our region. Trade missions like this give us the opportunity to meet decision-makers directly, strengthen international relationships and explore how businesses like Hexaware can deepen their links with West Yorkshire to create a stronger, better-off region that works for all." 

Glenn McCauley, Head of Proposition Development at the University of Leeds, said, "We were delighted to join this Great North Mayoral Delegation to India and to discuss with Hexaware leadership and with the Mayor of West Yorkshire how the University of Leeds’ agreement with Hexaware can be a catalyst to drive economic growth in our region."

India and the North of England are connected above all through people, with more than 81,000 people of Indian heritage living in Yorkshire and the Humber, and 50,000 people of Indian diaspora in Greater Manchester. Thousands of Indian students also choose universities in the two regions every year. Increasingly, Indian companies are also among the region’s investors and employers. The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), in force since July 2026, alongside The Great North’s investment initiatives, gives that relationship fresh momentum.

Hexaware will continue discussions with regional partners on its proposed R&D facilities, graduate recruitment, and technology partnerships across the North of England, drawing on Leeds’ strengths in digital engineering, data science, robotics, fintech, and technology-enabled care, and Manchester’s strengths in healthcare, life sciences, cyber, and AI.

About Hexaware

Hexaware is a global technology and business process services company. Every day, Hexawarians wake up with a singular purpose: to create smiles through great people and technology. With offices across the world, we empower enterprises worldwide to realize digital transformation at scale and speed by partnering with them to build, transform, run, and optimize their technology and business processes. Learn more about Hexaware at https://hexaware.com.

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Malteurop acquires the Chunlei Malting Co. malting plant – A strategic investment that significantly expands its operations and strengthens its position in export markets

YANCHENG, China, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — VIVESCIA cooperative group and its malting business have announced the acquisition of the Chunlei Malting Co. plant. With annual production capacity of 220,000 tonnes of malt, enough to make 2 billion liters of beer, Malteurop is taking its industrial and logistical capabilities in China to a new level. Based near Yancheng, 300 km north of Shanghai in the province of Jiangsu, this plant is aligned with the highest standards in terms of decarbonization thanks to industrial processes combining biomass and green electricity.

One of the world’s leading malt manufacturers, and the only foreign commercial malt producer in China, with this deal Malteurop strengthens its position on the Chinese malt market 30 years after opening its first site in Baoding (in Hebei province, approximately 150 km south-west of Beijing).

The President of VIVESCIA Group, Christoph Büren, said: “This project illustrates the capacity of a leading French player in the barley, brewing and malt industry to become a lasting presence in the Chinese manufacturing ecosystem, while showcasing French agricultural expertise. It reflects our group’s long-term commitment to its presence in China and strengthens Franco-Chinese relations and economic cooperation in grain industries.“

“Malteurop has been in China for 30 years and is now stepping up its partnership with local players in the malting and brewing industry. With this major acquisition, perfectly aligned with our VIVESCIA 3.0 strategy, our ambition is to combine local excellence with Malteurop’s global expertise to build a competitive and sustainable growth platform for its brewing customers in China, Asia and wider export markets,” added Guillaume Mothe, Managing Director of VIVESCIA Group.

Today we are celebrating the deal, which was finalized this summer, in Yancheng in the presence of the regional Chinese authorities, the French authorities represented by the French Consul General in Shanghai, customers, partners and the employees of VIVESCIA and Malteurop.

After 30 years in China, a new step for Malteurop’s manufacturing and logistics 

This acquisition is in line with Malteurop’s long-term commitment to its operations in China, which started 30 years ago with its historic Baoding site in the province of Hebei. With Chunlei, Malteurop is increasing its manufacturing and logistics footprint to better serve Chinese brewers and export markets.

This significant investment by VIVESCIA Group may be followed by other future investments to increase production capacity.

Malteurop also intends to work with its local partners to support the ongoing premiumization of the barley-malt-beer industry, while drawing on extensive technological and process expertise deployed in the Chinese malting industry, as well as local know-how on the transition to more environmentally sustainable, low-carbon production.

The Chunlei malting plant: profile and key figures 

• Acquisition finalized in the summer of 2026.
• Located near Yancheng, in the province of Jiangsu, near leading export infrastructure.
• A unique position: Malteurop is the only foreign commercial malt producer operating in China.
• Annual production capacity of 220,000 tonnes of malt, enough to make 2 billion liters of beer.
• A low-carbon malting plant: The production process combines heat production from 100%-locally sourced biomass, mainly rice straw, and renewable electricity from wind turbines and solar panels, supported by battery storage.

About VIVESCIA Group

A leading French grain cooperative group generating €3 billion in revenue, with 41 production sites around the world, VIVESCIA takes care of the grain, from field to fork. Its lodestar has not changed for more than 100 years: to create value for its 9,000 cooperative members in north-east France — the farmers who own VIVESCIA — and to help them sustain their farming businesses over the long term. The group has 4,000 employees working in agricultural businesses and sustainable plant- and grain-based ingredient value chains. Every year, the group collects an average of 3.5 million tonnes of grain in the Grand Est region of France. 2,000 beers brewed with Malteurop malt are enjoyed every second worldwide. 1 Francine product is purchased every second by French consumers. Grands Moulins de Paris produces nearly 600,000 tonnes of flour and specialty ingredients for artisan bakers and food manufacturers. We also have expertise in the milling maize industry and in the biotechnology and plant chemistry ecosystem.

In 2023, VIVESCIA and its partners launched TRANSITIONS, the biggest large-scale impact-driven program in France and Europe. TRANSITIONS helps farmers move toward more resilient, low-carbon farming practices that promote soil health and biodiversity.

About Malteurop

A recognized specialist in the barley-malt-beer and whiskey value chain, Malteurop is the malting division of French cooperative group VIVESCIA. One of the top-three malt producers worldwide, Malteurop has 1,000 employees and 20 malting plants in 14 countries across four continents. Malteurop combines an established manufacturing footprint with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability in the service of its customers, brewers and distillers.

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