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MIDEA COMPLETES THE ACQUISITION OF ESAOTE

Midea Group marks its commitment to healthcare and innovation by completing the acquisition of Esaote  

GENOA, Italy, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Esaote S.p.A., a leader in the medical imaging sector, announces the completion of the controlling stake acquisition of its share capital by Midea – the Chinese global technology group headquartered in the district of Shunde, Foshan.

The transaction is aimed at fostering synergies between Esaote and Midea’s Healthcare Division to increase international competitiveness. Esaote will be part of Midea Healthcare and will continue to operate as an independent global medical equipment company, headquartered in Genoa, Italy, with R&D and manufacturing facilities in Italy and the Netherlands.

For Esaote, it represents a great opportunity: Midea, a highly reputed and well-established global player, with proven industrial expertise and a well-developed international network, will accelerate Esaote’s growth through targeted investments in R&D, operations and manufacturing capabilities.

The new partnership will provide Esaote with enhanced access to a broader technology ecosystem, complementary imaging capabilities and a larger innovation platform. Esaote would be ideally positioned to leverage on product development, shorten innovation cycles and explore new applications and market segments.

Meanwhile, the transaction will strengthen Midea’s positioning on the medical imaging business globally. Midea’s comprehensive product portfolio – covering DR, high-field MRI, CT and DSA – perfectly complements Esaote’s globally recognized premium brand and proven strengths in ultrasound, open and dedicated MRI systems, as well as medical IT solutions, creating robust synergies between both parties.

The company will continue to be led by Franco Fontana, who has been confirmed by the new shareholders in his role as CEO.

STATEMENT from FRANCO FONTANA, CEO of Esaote: “This transaction sets an exciting new era for Esaote. In the last years, the company has expanded its international operations and has gained increasing world-wide recognition by the clinical and the scientific communities. Empowered by Midea, one of the most successful technology group, Esaote will proudly contribute its vision and innovation to advance the healthcare further”. 

STATEMENT from JINLEI CHEN, President of Midea Healthcare Division: “Esaote acquisition represents a strategic fit with Midea Healthcare. ESAOTE brings outstanding expertise, strong innovation capabilities, and a respected reputation. By combining its technology and vision with Midea Healthcare’s technology and international resources, we believe we can further expand its global reach and contribute to the advancement of healthcare. We are excited to begin this new chapter together.”

STATEMENT from ERIC WANG, Executive President of Midea Group: “We are delighted to welcome Esaote to Midea Group. This acquisition marks an important step in our healthcare strategy and reflects our long-term commitment to supporting innovative medical technologies with global potential. The combination of Esaote and Midea will result in a comprehensive and more diversified imaging offering, broadening customer choice and improving access to advanced diagnostic technologies in international markets”.

About Esaote: Esaote is a leading Italian innovator in medical imaging. In fiscal year 2025, the Group reported revenues of EUR 267 millions, of which 70% in international markets. The company is among the top ten manufacturers of ultrasound and open and dedicated MRI world-wide and one of the leader in medical IT. The company has about 1,160 employees, 20% of which are engaged in R&D. a sector in which Esaote invests about 12% of its annual revenues. Through its subsidiaries and a widespread sales network, Esaote is present in over 100 countries worldwide. www.esaote.com

About Midea: Midea Group Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shunde, Foshan, Guangdong Province, is a global Chinese technology group founded in 1968 and active across seven business segments: smart home, industrial technology, building technology, robotics and automation, new energy, healthcare, and smart logistics. The Midea Group’s global revenue in 2025 amounted to about USD 64.3 billion worldwide. The company is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) and on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (SEHK). Midea ranks No.231 in the Fortune Global 500 ranking in 2026. In recent years, Midea has established Midea Healthcare Division, that focuses on intelligent medical imaging equipment and solutions.

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Wynn Officially Unveils the Highly Acclaimed 2027 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards in November

In a first, Beijing will host the Judging Week, where the competition’s 

international panel of wine experts explore China’s rich culture and wine terroir

MACAO, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — “Wynn Signature” – the exclusive lifestyle brand at Wynn – will unveil the full-year calendar and promotional roadmap for the 2027 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards on November 9, 2026. Entries and wine sample submissions will open on March 1, 2027. In a first for the awards, Beijing will host the Judging Week from August 21 to 25, culminating in the annual Awards Ceremony, which will take place in Macao on October 29, 2027.

As a premier, internationally recognized competition dedicated exclusively to China’s wine industry, the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards has rapidly evolved since its debut in 2024. In just a few short years, it has established itself as a benchmark platform that integrates wine education, industry exchange, stringent judging standards, and diversified promotions to accelerate the global advancement of the Chinese wine industry. Now in its fourth edition, the competition is set to achieve yet another major milestone: the Judging Week will move beyond Macao for the first time, taking this prestigious event to the nation’s capital of Beijing.

In August next year, an authoritative panel of internationally renowned judges will gather in Beijing not only to conduct their meticulous wine evaluations, but also to immerse themselves in the country’s exceptional culinary culture and rich cultural heritage. Moving beyond “judging Chinese wines” to truly “experiencing China’s terroir”, the judges will explore the stories of the land and the cultural depth embodied in every bottle, becoming global ambassadors for Chinese wine.

International recognition highlights the platform’s growing influence

Further underscoring the competition’s growing influence, the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards became the sole recipient of the Diamond SABRE Award – the highest honor in the Brand Building category at the 2026 SABRE Awards Asia-Pacific in August. The Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards was also one of only seven Diamond Award recipients selected from more than 2,000 entries across the region.

The SABRE Awards (Superior Achievement in Branding, Reputation and Engagement) are widely regarded as one of the Asia-Pacific region’s most prestigious honors in brand communications and public relations. This accolade not only recognizes Wynn’s achievements in brand building and cultural promotion, but also affirms the competition’s role in propelling Chinese wines onto the international stage, enhancing Macao’s influence as a world-class gastronomy and tourism destination, and establishing a globally recognized platform for the Chinese wine industry.

A stage for China’s finest wines: Telling the stories of Chinese terroir

Following the successful conclusion of the 2026 Awards Ceremony, Wynn has unveiled a wave of promotional initiatives to celebrate the award-winning Chinese wines. By partnering with authoritative media, international industry networks, and renowned dining establishments, Wynn continues to elevate these wines on diverse stages, further solidifying the influence of Chinese wines in high-end culinary markets both at home and abroad.

On August 14 in Shanghai, Wynn served as Lead Partner for the 2026 Fine Dining Investment Forum hosted by Jiemian News of the Shanghai United Media Group. During the forum and welcome reception, Wynn hosted a dedicated booth featuring three award-winning wines from the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards, offering guests an opportunity to discover and taste some of China’s finest wines. That evening, Executive Chef Kevin Zhu of Lakeview Palace, the acclaimed contemporary Jiangnan restaurant at Wynn Palace, participated in the event’s “12-Hands Collaboration Dinner”. To showcase the exceptional quality and versatility of premium Chinese wines during the dinner, Wynn also presented one of the award-winning wines from the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards to more than 100 high-end dining investors, restaurateurs, industry professionals and media guests.

On September 7 and 8, Executive Chef Tam Kwok Fung of Chef Tam’s Seasons at Wynn Palace partnered with Head Chef Reina Chen of Fumée to present the “Symphony of Terroir & Seasons” wine-pairing dinner in Shenzhen. Celebrating the interplay between seasonal ingredients and the essence of Chinese terroir, the dinner featured award-winning wines from the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards, highlighting the potential of Chinese wines in fine dining settings.

On September 29, Wynn was invited by the Deqin County People’s Government of Yunnan Province to participate in the launch of the Meili Snow Mountain Boutique Wine Tourism Route, held during the “2026 Deqin-Meili Snow Mountain 12th Xianzi Cultural Arts Festival”. Through the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards, Wynn provided the planning and content development for the Deqin Meili Wine Region Tourism Route Map published by the Deqin County Bureau of Culture and Tourism. Drawing on the judging panel’s expertise and in-depth research – combined with first-hand exploration of Deqin – Wynn curated a bespoke itinerary linking representative wineries, landmark attractions and distinctive local experiences. This new wine route seamlessly blends magnificent natural scenery with the high-altitude wine industry, creating an innovative cultural tourism model designed to elevate the global visibility of China’s premium wine-producing regions.

From October 12 to 16, Wynn will participate in the 47th World Congress of Vine and Wine alongside the General Assembly of the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) in Yinchuan, Ningxia. Founded in 1924, OIV is one of the world’s leading intergovernmental organizations dedicated to the vine and wine sector. Marking the first time the event is being held in China – and Asia as a whole – Wynn will showcase award-winning wines from the Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards at the Congress, highlighting the exceptional terroir, diversity, and achievements of China’s premier wine regions to global industry experts, buyers, and media.

Shortly after the Congress, Wynn will serve as the Strategic Wine Partner at the Tatler Best Awards Asia-Pacific 2026 taking place in Shanghai from October 22 to 24. Across a curated series of events – including a welcome reception, celebratory party and chef collaboration dinners – Wynn will showcase the refinement and diversity of Chinese wines to a distinguished audience of approximately 700 guests. This prestigious gathering will bring together hospitality executives, prominent restaurateurs, members of the Tatler community, high society, media representatives and key opinion leaders from 25 cities across the Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.

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Hisense Brings AI Companion Suite to Life with a Social Kitchen

QINGDAO, China, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is bringing its vision of “Innovating a Brighter Life” into the heart of the home with the new PureSmart Duo Series — a refrigerator series designed as the intelligent center of the kitchen and now being rolled out across global markets.

Building on the AI Companion Suite introduced at IFA 2026, Hisense is extending its vision of AI beyond appliances to create connected experiences across the home. Through the ConnectLife platform, the PureSmart Duo Series brings people, appliances and experiences together, making AI a more natural part of everyday life.

This vision comes to life through Hisense’s Social Kitchen — where technology helps the kitchen become a hub for connection. Rather than merely supporting food preparation, AI Companion Suite brings cooking, entertainment and communication together, creating opportunities for families and friends to spend time in the space.

One four-door refrigerator in the PureSmart Duo Series combines 611 liters of storage with a 21-inch smart screen, along with features designed to support everyday cooking, entertaining and connection in the kitchen. Its integrated ice and water system offers crescent ice, crushed ice and UV-purified water with a 99.9% sterilization rate, making it easy to serve drinks for any occasion. Entertainment lives here too: stream shows through the VIDDA platform, watch live TV or play music on the 21-inch screen while you cook, dine or unwind — so the decisive goal or the season finale is never missed mid-recipe.

On weekends, families can pick a recipe together while connected appliances simplify preparation. During gatherings, the refrigerator becomes a social hub —guests can use Beverage Master feature on the smart screen to choose their favorite drinks and follow step-by-step instructions to create them together, while hosts spend less time managing the kitchen and more time enjoying the people around them.

For Hisense, AI Companion Suite is about more than intelligent appliances. It is about creating warmer connections through technology — making the kitchen a place where people naturally come together.

About Hisense

Hisense, founded in 1969, is a globally recognized leader in home appliances and consumer electronics with operations in over 180 countries, specializing in delivering high-quality multimedia products, home appliances, and intelligent IT solutions. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks No. 1 globally in the 100-inch and over TV segment (2023-2026H1). As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense continues to lead the next-generation RGB MiniLED innovation. As the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026^TM, Hisense is committed to global sports partnerships as a way to connect with audiences worldwide.

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Astrogate Labs and Spacebeam Sign Strategic Partnership to Advance End-to-End Space-to-Ground Laser Communications

Indian laser communication terminal developer and South Korean optical ground station company to collaborate on interoperability demonstrations and OGS-as-a-Service and commercial optical communication solutions across India, the Republic of Korea and global markets

BENGALURU, India, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Astrogate Labs, an Indian deep-tech company developing Free-Space Optical Communication (FSOC) systems for space applications, and Spacebeam Inc., a South Korean optical communications company developing optical ground station infrastructure, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Strategic Partnership to advance the validation, demonstration and commercialization of end-to-end space-to-ground laser communication solutions.

The MoU was executed during the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, bringing together two complementary components of the optical communications chain: Astrogate’s AstroLink, the Optical Communication Terminals (OCTs) for satellites and Spacebeam’s Osong Optical Ground Station (OGS) infrastructure for receiving and processing optical signals on Earth.

Under the partnership, the companies will collaborate on laser link verification and demonstration testing, progressing from terrestrial/air-to-ground testing to a space-to-ground demonstration involving a satellite integrated with Astrogate’s OCT and reception through Spacebeam’s OGS.

The partnership will also explore the development of an Optical Ground Station-as-a-Service (OGSaaS) model, under which satellite operators using Astrogate’s optical communication terminals could access Spacebeam’s OGS network for optical data reception. This creates a potential pathway toward a turnkey space-to-ground optical communications service, combining the onboard terminal and ground reception infrastructure required to move high-throughput data from orbit to Earth.

“The value of optical communications is ultimately realized when the space and ground segments work together as one end-to-end link. This partnership brings Astrogate’s optical communication terminals together with Spacebeam’s optical ground infrastructure to work toward that objective,” said Nitish K. Singh, Founder & CEO, Astrogate Labs.

“We see this collaboration as an opportunity to move beyond individual technology demonstrations and explore how optical communications can be delivered as an integrated service to satellite operators. By combining capabilities across India and the Republic of Korea, we can also explore new commercial pathways for space-to-ground optical communications globally,” said Kim Jung-Hoon, Founder & CEO, Spacebeam.

The partnership builds on Astrogate’s work in developing indigenous optical communication systems for space. The company has developed space-to-ground laser communication terminals and has previously completed cross-compatibility testing with the University of Western Australia’s TeraNet mobile optical ground station.

As satellite constellations and Earth-observation missions generate increasing volumes of data, the ability to move that data efficiently from orbit to ground is becoming an important part of the space infrastructure ecosystem. Optical communications offer a high-throughput communications pathway that can complement conventional RF systems, particularly for data-intensive missions.

About Astrogate Labs

Astrogate Labs designs and manufactures indigenous Free Space Optical Communication terminals for space and other high-performance communication applications, integrating proprietary Pointing, Acquisition and Tracking systems, optical modems and other subsystems developed in-house. Headquartered in Bengaluru, with an office in Durham, England, the company has validated its technology with end-users including ISRO and the University of Western Australia’s TeraNet mobile optical ground station and is extending its portfolio from space-to-ground terminals to Optical Inter-Satellite Links.

About Spacebeam Inc.

Spacebeam Inc. is a South Korean space optical communications company developing optical ground station technology for high-speed communication between ground and orbit. Its capabilities include satellite tracking, optical communication, optical signal reception and decoding, and adaptive optics for maintaining stable optical links through the atmosphere.

Contact:

Dhivya Abirami

Marketing & Communications

media@astrogatelabs.com

www.astrogatelabs.com 

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IMC 2026: From Connectivity to Deployment at Scale, Fibocom Strengthens Its IoT Presence in India

NEW DELHI, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fibocom (300638.SZ; 0638.HK), a leading global provider of wireless communication modules and AI solutions, presented its latest portfolio at India Mobile Congress 2026, as growing adoption of 5G, energy digitalization and connected mobility creates new demand for IoT deployment across India.

At the show, Fibocom highlighted applications spanning wireless broadband, energy, vehicle and asset management. Its FWA portfolio included 5G modules as well as CPE, ODU and MiFi solutions, while smart meters, vehicle tracking devices and EV battery trackers demonstrated how cellular connectivity is moving deeper into vertical applications. 

For smart metering, Fibocom provides 4G connectivity for GridCrest’s smart meter solution for the Indian market, enabling electricity consumption data and device event information to be transmitted over mobile networks to utility management platforms for remote meter reading and monitoring.

Products for the Indian market continue to strengthen support for local frequency bands and NavIC. The mass-produced MGB series of GNSS modules addresses different positioning needs, with dual-frequency products supporting capabilities such as NavIC and RTK.

As IoT projects move toward deployment at scale, customers increasingly need device solutions tailored to specific applications. At IMC, Fibocom and Indian IoT ODM Grid-OS jointly showcased devices for payment and vehicle tracking applications, combining Fibocom’s wireless connectivity with Grid-OS’s local product development capabilities.

Fibocom’s AI companion solution MagiCore and AI Dongle were also on display, extending Fibocom’s portfolio from connectivity to edge AI.

“Fibocom has built a strong presence in India, working closely with local partners across payments, energy and asset tracking. Together, we support customers in taking IoT devices from product development and pilot validation to volume production and large-scale deployment,” said Thales Zhang, Vice President and Head of the Global Marketing and Computing Solutions Business Group at Fibocom.

About Fibocom

Founded in 1999, Fibocom provides cellular, AI, automotive and GNSS modules, together with AI toolchains, AI Agent, global connectivity and cloud services, serving industries including robotics, consumer electronics, transportation, retail and energy.

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New Asia Forum Targets US$30 Billion in Investment into the New Asia at Its Inaugural Edition in Bali

Under the Patronage of His Excellency Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A new global platform for investment, capital formation and economic partnership will launch 3-4 December in Bali, Indonesia. The New Asia Forum has set a target of US$30 billion in investment into the New Asia at its inaugural edition. The forum will connect long-term capital with the opportunities shaping Asia’s next decade.

Powered by Danantara Indonesia (Indonesia’s sovereign fund) and produced by Richard Attias & Associates, New Asia Forum is being created with a clear ambition: to become the global gateway to the New Asia, connecting long-term capital with the projects, partnerships and policymakers capable of transforming vision into investment.

The world’s economic center of gravity is shifting. A new generation of economies is emerging across the region; increasingly connected, technologically ambitious, investment-driven and capable of financing its own future. Asia-Pacific already generates close to 60% of global economic growth (IMF, 2025). Yet, it attracts far less of its share of long-term international capital. New Asia Forum aims to close that gap.

Unlike traditional conferences, New Asia Forum is designed around transaction readiness, capital deployment and execution. The US$30 billion target will be pursued through a curated pipeline of investment-ready opportunities. Heads of state, ministers, sovereign investors and global CEOs will turn diligence into signed commitments across eight strategic sectors:

1. Strategic Resources and Downstreaming 2. Energy and Power 3. Mobility and Advanced Manufacturing 4. Digital Infrastructure and AI 5. Food and Agribusiness 6. Trade and Connectivity 7. Tourism and Creative Economy 8. Education and Human Capital

New Asia Forum will track commitments and progress across editions, creating an ongoing platform of accountability, partnership and investment.

Rosan Roeslani, Chief Executive Officer of Danantara Indonesia and Minister of Investment to the Republic of Indonesia, said, “New Asia Forum brings long-term global capital closer to the opportunities being created across Indonesia and the wider region. As Indonesia‘s sovereign investor and a founding partner of the Forum, Danantara Indonesia is inviting partners together to unlock these opportunities for long-term value. Under the patronage of President Prabowo Subianto, this is Indonesia engaging the world from a position of confidence, ambition, and collaboration.“

“For decades, Asia has been viewed primarily as a destination for global capital. That story is changing,” said Richard Attias, Founder and Chairman of Richard Attias & Associates. “The New Asia will not simply attract capital. It will increasingly create it, direct it and determine where it can have the greatest impact. We are entering one of the most important investment cycles of our generation, and Asia is at its center.”

The inaugural New Asia Forum will be an invitation-only gathering of more than 1,000 leaders, featuring over 100 speakers and over 40 sessions across two days.

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Chelsea FC announces new global partnership with GAC

GUANGZHOU, China and LONDON, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chelsea Football Club today announced a global partnership, with GAC – one of the world’s fastest growing global automotive businesses – which sees them become the club’s Official Automotive Partner. The partnership brings together Chelsea’s global football community and GAC’s growing global automotive business, creating closer connections with fans and consumers in the UK, across Europe and beyond.

Chelsea FC has one of the largest global fan bases in the world with millions of supporters across Europe and beyond. GAC are one of China’s largest automobile manufacturers and the partnership comes at a time when GAC is expanding its global reach and into new markets with its range of high-quality, practical models.

GAC and Chelsea FC first joined forces for the 2026 pre-season tour and this new chapter together will see vehicles from GAC’s AION range escorting the men’s team to Stamford Bridge on selected matchdays. GAC and Chelsea FC will also collaborate on digital storytelling, fan experiences and engagement including car displays, providing opportunities for the Chelsea family to discover GAC and its vehicles.

The UK and Europe are important markets in GAC’s international development. The partnership with Chelsea FC adds a new dimension to this work, complementing product introductions, sales-channel development and customer support. It will help GAC reach audiences beyond traditional automotive channels as the company continues to build its presence across the region.

GAC’s European lineup includes the AION V electric SUV and the AION UT compact electric hatchback, offering options for family travel and everyday mobility. Both models reflect the company’s focus on practical usability, technology and quality.

The partnership also forms part of GAC’s One GAC 2.0 global strategy and its Local for Local approach. By combining the partnership’s international reach with activities shaped around local interests, GAC and Chelsea FC will build lasting connections together with supporters and customers.

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SGS WINS SAF SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE AWARD AT INDIA SAF CONCLAVE & AWARDS 2026

NEW DELHI, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — We are proud to announce that we have been recognized with the SAF Supply Chain Excellence Award – Testing, Inspection, Verification & Quality Assurance at the India SAF Conclave & Awards 2026, held on September 29 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

This prestigious recognition highlights our contribution to strengthening quality, integrity, transparency and confidence across the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) value chain through its testing, inspection, verification and quality assurance capabilities.

As the global aviation industry accelerates its transition towards lower-carbon fuels, SAF is emerging as a strategic lever for aviation decarbonization. For the SAF market to move from ambition to scale, however, the integrity of the entire value chain will be critical. Robust testing, independent verification, traceability, quality assurance and compliance are essential to creating the confidence required for investment, adoption and long-term market growth.

The recognition at the two-day India SAF Conclave & Awards 2026 highlights the growing importance of independent assurance in building a credible and future-ready SAF ecosystem. The conclave brought together industry leaders, policymakers and key stakeholders to advance dialogue and collaboration around the development of India’s sustainable aviation fuel landscape.

SGS Managing Director for India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, Amit Thakkar said, “We are proud to receive the SAF Supply Chain Excellence Award for Testing, Inspection, Verification & Quality Assurance. This recognition is a strong endorsement of the role that independent assurance plays in building confidence in an emerging and strategically important industry. As SAF moves towards greater commercialization, the ability to demonstrate quality, sustainability, traceability and compliance across the value chain will be fundamental to market credibility and scale.”

He added, “The transition to SAF represents more than an energy transition; it is a transformation of an entire aviation value chain. SGS brings global expertise, technical depth and independent assurance to help stakeholders navigate this complexity with confidence. Our focus is on enabling a SAF ecosystem that is transparent, resilient and fit for scale — supporting the industry as it moves decisively towards a more sustainable future.”

This award reflects the collective efforts of SGS teams working across testing, inspection, verification, quality assurance and sustainability, as well as our continued engagement with stakeholders shaping the future of sustainable fuels.

Arjan Praat, Global Vice President – Oil, Gas & Chemicals Analytical Services, SGS; Amit Thakkar, Managing Director – India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka, SGS; and Mehar Kuchimanchi, Director – Natural Resources, SGS in India, represented SGS at the conclave and received the award, recognising the company’s contribution to the development of India’s growing SAF ecosystem.

With its multidisciplinary expertise across the sustainable fuels value chain, SGS is positioned to support industry stakeholders with testing, inspection, verification, certification, quality assurance and sustainability solutions that help strengthen supply-chain integrity, manage compliance requirements and build confidence in SAF.

ABOUT SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

Media Contact:

Geeta Kataria

Geeta.kataria@sgs.com 

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5Paisa Launches ‘Investor Connect’ – Financial Planning Program for Over 5,000 CBSE Teachers

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 5Paisa Capital, one of India’s leading AI-first investment platforms has launched ‘Investor Connect’, a series of financial planning programs for teachers across CBSE schools in India in partnership with Centre for Investment Education and Learning (CIEL). The program aims to reach 5,000 teachers.

CBSE schools together employ more than a million teachers. That reach gives the initiative the potential to build meaningful financial awareness at scale, especially among women, who make up a significant majority of the teaching community.

Investor Connect is not a basic financial literacy session. Each program is a practical Financial Goal Planning Workshop that helps teachers link their life aspirations to disciplined financial planning and informed investing.

The workshops focus on the goals that matter most to teachers and their families including – children’s education, home ownership, retirement, emergency preparedness and long-term wealth creation.

The sessions are conducted by experienced CIEL trainers who combine financial-market knowledge with practical, relatable examples. An interactive format keeps teachers engaged and helps them apply the concepts directly to their own financial goals.

The 5Paisa Capital – CIEL partnership aims to give teachers greater financial confidence and sharper decision-making skills. Because educators shape the families and communities around them, empowering them financially creates a powerful multiplier effect that reaches well beyond the individual.

The Investor Connect program is running successfully across CBSE schools in Mumbai. CIEL and 5Paisa Capital plan to extend the workshops to CBSE schools across India as they work toward the goal of reaching 5,000 teachers.

About 5paisa Capital

5paisa Capital Ltd. is one of India’s leading digital-first brokers, offering cost-effective and technology-driven financial services to retail investors. With a mission to democratize investing, 5paisa continues to innovate at the intersection of finance and technology, delivering seamless trading and investing solutions to millions across the country.

Media Contact:

Sourav Mishra | 5paisa Capital | sourav.mishra@iifl.com

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Embark and Tavant Partner to Enable AI-Ready Global Capability Centres in India

The partnership brings together Embark’s end-to-end GCC setup and operations capabilities with Tavant’s AI, data and digital engineering expertise to help enterprises build, scale and transform GCCs in India

BENGALURU, India, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Embark, a premier, fully integrated service provider dedicated to accelerating the establishment and expansion of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India, and Tavant, a leading platform-powered AI transformation specialist, today announced a strategic partnership to help global enterprises design, build, operate and transform GCCs in India.

The partnership combines Embark’s end-to-end GCC expertise—from strategy, entity setup, location and workspace planning to talent, enabling functions and operations—with Tavant’s strengths in data, GenAI, agentic AI, software engineering and enterprise platforms. Together, the companies offer an integrated approach to GCC creation and transformation, aligning business, operational and technology priorities under a single engagement model.

For organisations setting up a new GCC in India, the partnership helps reduce the fragmentation typically associated with establishing a centre. It brings GCC strategy, location, entity setup, workspace, talent and enabling functions together with AI and data readiness, technology pods and AI-enabled engineering, so technology teams can start building capability in parallel with the foundational setup rather than waiting for every element to be in place.

The partnership offers flexible engagement models, from Assisted Build, Build–Operate–Transfer (BOT) and Employer of Record (EOR). This lets enterprises choose the right level of ownership and support at each stage of their India expansion.

For existing GCCs, the collaboration will support transformation through diagnostic assessments, Data & AI Centres of Excellence and embedded technology pods. The focus will be on helping organisations move from project-based delivery to end-to-end product ownership, scale AI initiatives from pilot to production, and build deeper long-term data and AI capabilities.

“Our teams can start building AI and data capability from day one, while Embark runs the operating foundation in parallel. We’ve built and run engineering teams in India for over 25 years, so we know what it takes to turn a centre into a place where products get built, not just supported. For our clients, that means a GCC that is taking AI from pilot to production from the start, not a year down the line,” said Sarvesh Mahesh, CEO, Tavant.

“AI is becoming a foundational capability for the next generation of GCCs, and we believe it needs to be considered from the very beginning of the GCC journey. Our partnership with Tavant brings together Embark’s expertise in building and operating GCCs with Tavant’s strengths in AI, data and digital engineering, enabling enterprises to build more AI-first centres in India. Together, we can help organisations create GCCs that deliver business value from day one, and are ready to scale as AI reshapes how work gets done,” said Aravind Maiya, Co-Founder & CEO, Embark.

By combining GCC infrastructure and operational readiness with technology and AI execution, Embark and Tavant aim to provide a more connected approach to building capability centres that can evolve with changing business priorities.

About Embark:

Established in 2025, Embark is a premier, fully integrated service provider dedicated to accelerating the establishment and expansion of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India. Embark simplifies the expansion of global companies in India by serving as a single-source execution partner, providing global organisations everything they need to build their Global Capability Centres, with AI at the core of their design and solution process from the ground up. By integrating practitioner-led expertise with the institutional-grade workplace and infrastructure backing of the Embassy Group – a pioneer in Indian real estate with over three decades of experience – Embark’s comprehensive service suite from Blueprint to Breakthrough encompasses strategy, operations, talent and workplace solutions, under a single accountable model. Through this synergistic approach, Embark empowers global companies to thrive and scale in India’s vibrant ecosystem while maintaining focus on their core innovation mission.

For more details visit https://embarkgrp.com/

About Tavant:

Tavant is a leading Platform-powered AI transformation specialist focused on helping enterprises unlock the power of AI and accelerate enterprise agentic AI automation. Combining deep business expertise, relentless client focus, extraordinary AI, Data and Digital Engineering DNA, and a proprietary Agentic Engineering Platform, Tavant delivers intelligent automation and AI-driven business transformation to global Fortune 500 enterprises. Headquartered and founded in Silicon Valley, Tavant operates globally with offices and development centers in the US, Europe, India, and Japan. For more information, visit tavant.com or follow Tavant on LinkedIn.

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