WUHU, Tiongkok, July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chery Auto mengumumkan penjualan global kumulatifnya telah melebihi 20 juta unit, menandai tonggak penting lainnya dalam perkembangan global perusahaan. Pencapaian ini diraih saat Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (selanjutnya disebut sebagai "Chery Auto", kode saham: 9973.HK) tampil perdana di Fortune China 500 2026 sebagai perusahaan publik, menempati peringkat No. 87.

Perusahaan ini juga berada di peringkat 1 di antara produsen kendaraan dalam hal imbal hasil atas ekuitas (ROE), menggarisbawahi operasi globalnya yang kuat dan profitabilitas dengan pendekatan "From China to the World". Sementara itu, Chery Auto masuk dalam daftar Kantar BrandZ Top 50 Chinese Global Brand Builders untuk tahun kesembilan berturut-turut dan menempati peringkat No. 1 di kategori otomotif pada tahun 2026, semakin menunjukkan pengaruh merek globalnya yang terus tumbuh serta kepercayaan yang telah diperolehnya dari konsumen di seluruh dunia. 

Memperkuat momentum ini, LEPAS, sebagai merk NEV menengah hingga premium milik Chery Auto, mempercepat ekspansi globalnya dengan perkenalan produk NEV yang kuat. Pada 24 Juli, LEPAS L6 EV, SUV listrik penuh yang dirancang untuk kecerdasan kehidupan perkotaan, secara resmi diluncurkan di Thailand. Pada 26 Juli, LEPAS L8 PHEV secara resmi dijual di Indonesia. Ke depan, LEPAS akan terus memperluas jejak globalnya sepanjang kuartal ketiga tahun 2026, dengan LEPAS L8 PHEV, LEPAS L6 EV, LEPAS L6 PHEV, dan LEPAS L4 EV yang dijadwalkan memasuki pasar di Eropa, Asia Tenggara, Australia, Afrika, dan Timur Tengah.

Peluncuran terkoordinasi tiga model NEV LEPAS di pasar-pasar global menandai tonggak penting lainnya dalam ekspansi internasional merek tersebut. Penyebaran produk yang dipercepat ini tidak hanya menunjukkan kemampuan operasional LEPAS yang kuat, melainkan juga mencerminkan komitmen jangka panjangnya untuk membangun kehadiran global yang berkelanjutan.

Seiring portofolio produk NEV-nya terus berkembang di seluruh dunia, LEPAS akan memanfaatkan ekosistem global Chery Group yang mencakup manufaktur kendaraan, komponen inti, robotika AI terwujud, layanan modern, dan teknologi cerdas untuk lebih melokalisasi R&D, manufaktur, jaringan penjualan, dan layanan purnajualnya. Dengan memadukan desain elegan, inovasi cerdas, dan kualitas yang andal, LEPAS berkomitmen untuk menghadirkan pengalaman mobilitas unggul yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan pelanggan di seluruh dunia, sekaligus berkontribusi pada transisi global menuju mobilitas berkelanjutan.

Tonggak 20 juta penjualan merupakan pencapaian signifikan bagi Chery Group dan membuka babak baru dalam perjalanan global LEPAS. Berkomitmen menjadi Merek Pilihan untuk Kehidupan Mobilitas yang Elegan, LEPAS akan menganut filosofi pengembangan global Chery Group "In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere", memperkuat kehadirannya di pasar global melalui operasi yang dilokalkan, serta menghadirkan mobilitas elegan ke dalam kehidupan sehari-hari lebih banyak pelanggan.

Tentang LEPAS

LEPAS adalah merek NEV kelas menengah hingga premium milik Chery Auto, yang berdedikasi untuk menciptakan pengalaman mobilitas elegan bagi pengguna di seluruh dunia. Berkomitmen menjadi Merek Pilihan untuk Kehidupan Mobilitas yang Elegan, LEPAS memadukan Leopard Aesthetics, LEPAS Elegant Technology, dan Exquisite Space, mengubah keanggunan menjadi pengalaman berkendara yang dapat dilihat, dirasakan, dan dipercaya. Didukung oleh jaringan dealer global yang terus berkembang dengan lebih dari 500 outlet penjualan dan layanan, LEPAS memperluas jejak internasionalnya melalui operasi yang dilokalkan, menghadirkan produk dan pengalaman yang disesuaikan dengan pengguna di berbagai pasar global.

Tentang Chery Auto

Didirikan tahun 1997, Chery Auto adalah produsen otomotif global yang ahli dalam pengembangan kendaraan, teknologi cerdas, dan solusi energi baru. Perusahaan ini beroperasi di lebih dari 130 negara dan wilayah, didukung oleh jaringan internasional kuat dalam penelitian, produksi, dan kemitraan strategis. Chery Auto tetap menjadi pengekspor kendaraan penumpang No. 1 di Tiongkok di antara merk Tiongkok lebih dari 23 tahun berturut-turut. Dipandu oleh filosofi global dalam "In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere," Chery Auto berkomitmen dalam meningkatkan mobilitas berkelanjutan melalui inovasi terus menerus dan kolaborasi global.

Kontak Media

Nama Perusahaan: LEPAS International

Narahubung: Vincy Wang

Email: wangxi23@mychery.com

Situs Web Resmi Perusahaan: https://lepasinternational.com/

Onsite solar installation to cut FCC Philippines' energy costs by 30% compared to grid electricity prices, supporting the automotive supply chain manufacturer's cost competitiveness and energy resilience in Laguna.

Pitch Notes:

The clutch maker behind Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki unlocked 30% reduction below the grid thanks to 15 year deal with Peak Energy

Japan's FCC CO., LTD.: holder of 50%+ of the global motorcycle clutch market, is cutting 650 tons of CO₂ a year .

A Japanese Tier-1 supplier has locked in 1,500 MWh of onsite solar for 15 years.

LAGUNA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 July 2026 - FCC (Philippines) Corp., a subsidiary of Japan's FCC CO., LTD. and a key global supplier to leading automotive and motorcycle brands including Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and Kawasaki, Ford, Harley-Davidson, BMW, among others, has signed a long-term solar agreement with Peak Energy to power its clutch systems facility in Laguna with onsite renewable energy.

The system is expected to generate approximately 1,500 MWh in its first year of operation from a

1 MWp onsite solar installation, delivering electricity to FCC Philippines at a price approximately 30% lower than grid tariffs. This is expected to avoid approximately 650 tons of CO₂ annually, equivalent to avoiding the consumption of almost 252,000 liters of gasoline.

Under the 15-year agreement, Peak Energy will design, finance, construct, own and operate the solar system, with FCC Philippines purchasing the electricity generated at no upfront capital cost. The structure allows FCC Philippines to access clean, competitively priced power while Peak Energy manages construction and ongoing operations and maintenance.

FCC CO., LTD. is the undisputed global leader in the motorcycle clutch market, with more than 50% global market share, and a leading supplier of automotive clutch components worldwide. The company and has manufactured in the Philippines since 1993, supplying integrated clutch systems not only to the four of the world's four largest motorcycle OEMs, but also to other established global brands across both the two-wheel and four-wheel industries. Global automotive supply chains are under growing pressure to reduce embedded emissions, and the agreement gives FCC Philippines a concrete way to strengthen its competitiveness within that supply chain.

The agreement builds on Peak Energy's track record with Japanese-parented manufacturers across the region, including JTEKT (Toyota Group) in Japan, AICA in Thailand and Yokogawa in Singapore. FCC Philippines' decision to choose Peak Energy reflects the same standard of engineering excellence and delivery experience that has earned these manufacturers' trust, technical rigor, disciplined project execution and a track record of on-time, on-budget delivery that meets the exacting quality expectations Japanese corporates apply to their partners across Asia.

As industrial demand for lower-cost, predictable power grows, the Philippine market is naturally redirecting capacity toward developers with the financial strength, engineering capability and technology to execute and operate assets credibly at scale, supported by a Department of Energy target of 35% renewable energy share by 2030.

"Industrial buyers in the Philippines are increasingly looking for power that's cheaper than the grid and shielded from imported fuel prices," said Gavin Adda, CEO of Peak Energy. "This project delivers both, at a 30% discount to grid tariffs. We are glad to see FCC moving toward a developer with the financial strength and engineering capability to deliver at scale."

"This solar project represents an important milestone in FCC's journey toward a more sustainable future," said Tsuyoshi Nakada, President of FCC (Philippines) Corp. "As part of the FCC CO., LTD., Group's commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030, we continue to invest in initiatives that reduce our environmental footprint while strengthening the resilience of our operations. We are pleased to partner with Peak Energy in advancing these shared sustainability goals."

About Peak Energy

Headquartered in Singapore, Peak Energy develops, owns, and operates renewable assets across Asia Pacific (APAC). With over 300 MW of operating assets and 2 GW worth of projects in development, Peak Energy is the fastest growing renewable energy developer with a portfolio spanning Japan, Korea, Australia, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia. With activities encompassing the full range of renewable energy business models - including utility-scale development, off-site PPAs, onsite PPAs, and energy storage applications - Peak Energy is a one-stop partner for corporates seeking to decarbonize their operations in APAC. We believe in establishing long-term partnerships with our corporate customers, to accompany them in their decarbonization journey, through cleaner, cheaper energy.

An experienced team handles the complete life cycle of our energy assets from origination and development through to operations and decommissioning, employing state-of-the art technology and the industry best practices, respectful of the environment and following world-class HSE standards.

Our business practices, technological and HSE standards are standardized across APAC, but we are implemented and operate locally, with teams in seven countries, and lasting partnerships with local customers, EPCs, vendors, channel partners.

Peak Energy is wholly owned by Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets with approximatively USD 88 billion of assets under management. Our financial and technical strength coupled with our relationships in local markets allows us to optimize our capital deployment in high quality assets.

For more information, please visit https://www.peakenergy.asia.

About FCC (Philippines) Corporation

Established in 1993 at Laguna Technopark in Bi?an City, Laguna, FCC (Philippines) Corp. is a subsidiary of Japan's FCC CO., LTD., a global leader in automotive and motorcycle clutch systems. The company manufactures and assembles clutch engine components for leading global automotive and motorcycle brands and has a workforce of more than 600 personnel at its Laguna facility. As part of its commitment to sustainable growth, FCC CO., LTD., continues to strengthen its core clutch business while expanding into electrification-related technologies by leveraging its core expertise in die casting, press, and joining technologies to support the evolving mobility industry.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

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Expanded panel advances the understanding of immune system across translational and clinical research in cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, autoimmune diseases and aging 

Highly sensitive multiplex measurement captures regulatory proteins, like checkpoint inhibitors, and low abundance targets that standard platforms routinely miss

FREMONT, Calif., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alamar Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALMR), a leader in precision proteomics dedicated to advancing the early detection of disease, today announced the launch of the NULISAseq Immune 340 Panel, its broadest multiplexed immune profiling solution available for translational research and drug development.

The panel expands on the NULISAseq Inflammation Panel 250, to deliver simultaneous measurement of approximately 340 immune-related proteins from a single sample. By measuring key proteins that were previously undetectable by other methods, the Immune 340 Panel deepens the understanding of the immune proteome in critical disease areas across cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, autoimmune diseases, and aging research.

"The immune system holds some of the earliest and most informative signals of disease, yet much of that biology has been out of reach," said Dr. Yuling Luo, founder, chief executive officer and chair of Alamar. "NULISAseq Immune 340 gives researchers an unprecedented view of immune activity. We believe that this view will accelerate biomarker discovery, strengthen the development of new therapies and diagnostics, and advance our mission of detecting disease earlier and helping people stay healthier for longer."

Immune responses are never driven by a single protein. Pathway crosstalk, feedback loops, and cell type cooperation all demand multi-protein context to interpret. Understanding this biology, and catching it early, requires measuring the cytokines and other biomarkers of immune activation that signal disease before symptoms appear. The challenge is detection. Many immune mediators, including cytokines, chemokines, and cell death pathway markers, circulate at fg/mL to sub-pg/mL concentrations, well below the floor of conventional immunoassays. This is especially true of inflammaging, the chronic, low-grade inflammation that builds quietly with age as immune senescence and neuroimmune activation compound to drive cardiovascular, metabolic, neurodegenerative, and cancer risk. Its key signals have largely been invisible to researchers until now.

"In drug development, the ability to simultaneously profile the full immune landscape - not just the well-characterized cytokines, but the entire network of checkpoints, metabolic regulators, cell death mediators, and co-stimulatory signals - fundamentally changes what we can learn from a single sample," said Bailin Zhang, PhD, head of exploratory biomarkers in the Translational Medicine Unit at Sanofi. "What makes the NULISAseq Immune 340 Panel distinctive is the combination of breadth and sensitivity. Many of the proteins most relevant to immune mechanisms of action, resistance, and toxicity have historically been undetectable in blood. Having access to them, alongside the canonical markers, in one multiplexed run opens new possibilities for biomarker discovery and patient stratification."

For more information about the NULISAseq Immune 340 Panel and Alamar's full portfolio of precision proteomics solutions, visit alamarbio.com.

About Alamar Biosciences

Alamar is a commercial-stage proteomics company establishing a gold standard in protein detection and analysis. Leveraging our proprietary NULISA technology and the ARGO HT System, our platform is designed to detect protein biomarkers at extremely low concentrations in blood with ultra-high sensitivity, high specificity, flexible multiplexing, broad dynamic range and seamless automation. We refer to this combination of features as "Precision Proteomics," and believe it fills a critical gap in the field of advanced proteomics, helping researchers unlock the full spectrum of protein biomarkers across disease states. Learn more at alamarbio.com.

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These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the capabilities, performance, and impact of the NULISAseq Immune 340 Panel, including the anticipated benefits of the panel for research and drug development. Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on Alamar Biosciences' current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect.

Readers are cautioned that actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied in Alamar Biosciences' forward-looking statements due to a variety of risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties related to intense competition in the proteomics market, exposure to legal proceedings, regulatory inquiries and other legal matters, failure to develop new assays or instruments, dependence on researchers who rely heavily on government funding, reductions in spending by research and academic institutions, the potential for products to be subject to more onerous regulation by the FDA or other regulatory requirements, the complexity of manufacturing Alamar Biosciences' instruments and consumables, failure to obtain marketing authorizations for future products that are intended for clinical or diagnostic use, Alamar Biosciences' ability to protect its intellectual property, and the other risks described in Alamar Biosciences' filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including those described from time to time under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in Alamar Biosciences' filings with the SEC, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on May 8, 2026. Alamar Biosciences explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements except to the extent required by law.

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CHICAGO, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amlan International, a global leader in mineral-based feed additives, will exhibit at the Sal?o Internacional de Prote?na Animal (SIAVS) 2026, taking place August 4-6 in S?o Paulo, Brazil. Attendees are invited to visit Amlan at booth 212 to learn how science-backed, natural feed additives are designed to support intestinal health and modern poultry production. 

As the world's largest poultry exporter, Brazil continues to advance production practices that meet growing global demand for responsibly produced animal protein. With increasing emphasis on antibiotic stewardship and stringent export market requirements, producers are adopting natural feed technologies to support intestinal health and sustainable production. This shift is driving greater interest in research-supported solutions, like Amlan's mineral-based feed additives that help maintain gut integrity as part of modern poultry feed programs. 

"The antibiotic-free protein sector has matured significantly over the past decade in Brazil, but the challenges facing producers have become increasingly complex," said Dr. Robin Jarquin, VP of Sales, Latin America, Amlan International. "As poultry production continues to evolve, producers are looking for science-backed feed technologies that support intestinal health and fit naturally into modern commercial production systems." 

At SIAVS 2026, Amlan will spotlight Varium, a natural synergic formulation of our unique calcium montmorillonite, yeast and functional amino acid that supports intestinal strength. Backed by extensive research and commercial applications, Varium is designed to support intestinal integrity and help maintain a healthy intestinal environment throughout production. Amlan will also feature Calibrin-Z, an advanced broad-spectrum mycotoxin binder designed to adsorb multiple mycotoxins as part of feed management programs.  

"Maintaining intestinal health requires more than addressing a single challenge," said Dr. Cesar Coto, Technical Service Director, Latin America, Amlan International. "A comprehensive approach that combines gut health strategies with proactive biotoxin management gives producers greater confidence as they navigate today's production challenges." 

Throughout SIAVS 2026, Amlan's technical and commercial experts will be available to discuss current research, field results, and real-world applications for supporting intestinal integrity in poultry production. 

Company Information 

Amlan is the animal health business of Oil-Dri Corporation of America, a leading global manufacturer and marketer of sorbent minerals. Leveraging over 80 years of expertise in mineral science, Oil-Dri Corporation of America, doing business as "Amlan International," is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: ODC). Amlan International sells feed additives worldwide. Product availability may vary by country; associated claims do not constitute medical claims and may differ based on government requirements.

Contact:

Reagan Culbertson, Vice President of Strategic Marketing, B2B

Reagan.culbertson@amlan.com

Menghadirkan pilihan produk yang lebih beragam, keahlian formulasi yang lebih kuat, serta pasokan yang lebih andal bagi pelanggan di sektor pelapis dan material berkinerja tinggi

DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Univar Solutions LLC ("Univar Solutions" atau "Perusahaan") hari ini mengumumkan telah mengakuisisi Interpur Chemicals, distributor terkemuka produk poliuretan dan pelapis bubuk di Eropa.

Akuisisi ini memperkuat bisnis Performance Materials (Material Berkinerja Tinggi) dalam divisi Ingredients + Specialties di Univar Solutions, yang memperluas kapabilitas teknis dan jangkauan regionalnya di Eropa, Timur Tengah, dan Afrika (EMEA). Dengan memadukan keahlian Interpur Chemicals di pasar lokal dengan hubungan pemasok serta jaringan distribusi Univar Solutions, pelanggan akan memperoleh manfaat berupa akses yang lebih baik terhadap material, kelangsungan pasokan yang lebih terjamin, serta dukungan yang lebih kuat dalam memenuhi kebutuhan formulasi dan kinerja produk.

"Kami antusias menyambut bergabungnya Interpur Chemicals dengan divisi Ingredients + Specialties dari Univar Solutions. Akuisisi ini menyatukan portofolio yang saling melengkapi, keahlian teknis, dan hubungan pelanggan yang kuat," ujar Nick Powell, CEO Ingredients + Specialties dari Univar Solutions. "Posisi Interpur Chemicals di salah satu pasar CASE dengan pertumbuhan tercepat di Eropa sejalan dengan hal yang kami fokuskan. Langkah ini memungkinkan kami memperluas solusi yang ditawarkan kepada pelanggan, sekaligus terus memperkuat kapabilitas yang mendukung pertumbuhan jangka panjang di berbagai aplikasi dan pasar pengguna akhir utama."

"Akuisisi ini menjadi tonggak penting bagi bisnis Performance Materials kami dalam upaya memenuhi meningkatnya permintaan pelanggan terhadap produk-produk esensial yang mendukung berbagai aplikasi modern berkinerja tinggi," ujar Matthew Oliver, senior vice president Performance Materials di Univar Solutions. "Dengan memperluas solusi dan jangkauan kami ke pasar serta aplikasi yang memiliki permintaan tinggi, kami memperkuat kemampuan kami untuk mendukung pelanggan pada aspek yang paling penting, yaitu formulasi dan tingkat aplikasi."

"Kami antusias memasuki babak baru bisnis kami bersama Univar Solutions, perusahaan yang memiliki nilai-nilai serupa serta pendekatan jangka panjang yang mengutamakan hubungan dalam menjalankan bisnis di pasar," ujar ?scar Garc?a, CEO Interpur Chemicals. "Akuisisi ini merupakan langkah penting berikutnya bagi industri CASE dengan memadukan kredibilitas teknis, hubungan yang kuat dengan pemasok, serta keterlibatan pelanggan yang dilandasi kepercayaan untuk menciptakan platform ideal guna mempercepat pengembangan kapabilitas produk khusus."

Univar Solutions memiliki pengalaman lebih dari satu abad dalam distribusi bahan kimia dan bahan baku. Interpur Chemicals berpengalaman lebih dari 20 tahun dalam menyediakan bahan baku kimia dan layanan konsultasi teknis bagi industri poliuretan, resin, dan pelapis bubuk. Kedua perusahaan memiliki komitmen yang sama terhadap transparansi, keunggulan layanan, dan tanggung jawab sosial. Melalui transaksi ini, 18 karyawan akan bergabung dengan Univar Solutions untuk menjaga kesinambungan layanan bagi pelanggan, pemasok, dan mitra bisnis lainnya.

Tentang Univar Solutions

Univar Solutions merupakan distributor global terkemuka untuk bahan baku dan bahan kimia khusus, yang mewakili portofolio produk unggulan dari berbagai produsen terkemuka dunia. Didukung oleh salah satu armada transportasi milik sendiri dan tim penjualan teknis terbesar di industri, keahlian teknis tentang logistik yang tak tertandingi, pengetahuan mendalam tentang pasar dan regulasi, kemampuan pengembangan formulasi dan resep, serta perangkat digital terdepan, Perusahaan memiliki posisi kuat untuk menawarkan solusi khusus dan layanan bernilai tambah untuk berbagai pasar, industri, dan aplikasi. Dalam mewujudkan tujuannya untuk membantu menjaga masyarakat tetap sehat, terpenuhi kebutuhan pangannya, bersih, dan aman, Univar Solutions berkomitmen membantu pelanggan dan pemasok berinovasi serta berfokus pada semangat Tumbuh Bersama. Pelajari lebih lanjut di univarsolutions.com.

Pernyataan Berwawasan ke Depan

Komunikasi ini memuat "pernyataan berwawasan ke depan" berdasarkan hukum yang berlaku tentang aspek keuangan dan operasional yang terkait dengan bisnis Perusahaan. Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan umumnya dapat dikenali dari penggunaan kata-kata seperti "meyakini," "memperkirakan," "mungkin," "akan," "seharusnya," "dapat," "berupaya," "bermaksud," "berencana," "mengestimasi," "mengantisipasi," atau istilah lainnya yang sebanding. Seluruh pernyataan berwawasan depan yang disampaikan dalam komunikasi ini dibatasi oleh pernyataan kehati-hatian ini.

Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan mengandung berbagai risiko dan ketidakpastian yang diketahui maupun tidak diketahui, yang sebagian besar mungkin berada di luar kendali Perusahaan, yang dapat menyebabkan ekspektasi tidak tercapai atau dapat berdampak secara signifikan dan merugikan terhadap bisnis, kondisi keuangan, hasil operasi, atau arus kas Perusahaan. Meskipun pernyataan berwawasan ke depan didasarkan pada asumsi yang dianggap wajar oleh manajemen, kami mengingatkan bahwa informasi berwawasan ke depan yang disajikan dalam komunikasi ini bukan merupakan jaminan atas peristiwa atau hasil di masa mendatang, dan bahwa peristiwa atau hasil aktual dapat berbeda secara signifikan dari hal-hal yang dinyatakan secara tersurat maupun tersirat oleh informasi berwawasan ke depan yang dimuat dalam komunikasi ini.

Untuk informasi tambahan mengenai faktor-faktor yang dapat memengaruhi Perusahaan, silakan lihat laporan tahunan terbaru Perusahaan dan laporan keuangan lainnya, termasuk informasi yang tercantum dalam bagian berjudul "Faktor Risiko." Setiap pernyataan berwawasan ke depan hanya mencerminkan pandangan Perusahaan pada tanggal komunikasi ini dan tidak boleh dianggap sebagai menggambarkan pandangan Perusahaan pada tanggal setelahnya dan Perusahaan tidak berkewajiban untuk memperbarui pernyataan berwawasan ke depan apa pun, kecuali sebagaimana diwajibkan oleh hukum.

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BEIJING, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CGTN menerbitkan artikel yang mengulas lonjakan Perjalanan Wisata ke Tiongkok. Semakin banyak wisatawan mancanegara saat ini mengunjungi Tiongkok untuk mencari destinasi dengan cuaca lebih sejuk.

Artikel ini mengulas meningkatnya kunjungan wisatawan asing ke Tiongkok pada musim panas ini. Artikel ini juga menyoroti peran perluasan kebijakan kemudahan visa dan layanan yang semakin ramah bagi wisatawan asing dalam mendorong tren perjalanan tersebut.

Di tengah gelombang panas ekstrem yang melanda sebagian besar wilayah Eropa, sebuah tren perjalanan baru muncul. Semakin banyak wisatawan kini memilih bepergian ke luar negeri untuk mencari destinasi musim panas yang lebih sejuk. Tiongkok pun mulai menjadi salah satu pilihan utama mereka.

Kota Liupanshui di Provinsi Guizhou, Tiongkok barat daya, dikenal sebagai "kota sejuk" Tiongkok. Berkat iklimnya yang sejuk serta pemandangan perbukitan hijau dan perairan yang jernih, kota ini menjadi salah satu destinasi favorit wisatawan asing yang ingin menghindari cuaca panas. Selama liburan musim panas tahun ini, lebih dari 20 acara bertema digelar di berbagai penjuru kota, termasuk festival musik dan pameran taman pedesaan. Rangkaian acara tersebut menarik wisatawan dari seluruh dunia.

Dalam kunjungannya ke kota tersebut pada musim panas ini, wisatawan asal Amerika Serikat, Max Slonim, terkesan dengan cuacanya yang sejuk dan nyaman. "Setiap kali mengunjungi tempat-tempat yang indah dan menawan, Anda bisa benar-benar menikmati alam dan suasana yang tenang tanpa harus menghadapi kerumunan besar atau antrean panjang," ujarnya.

Momentum yang lebih luas di balik tren "Perjalanan Wisata ke Tiongkok" pun terus menguat. Sepanjang paruh pertama tahun 2026, Tiongkok mencatat lebih dari 22,91 juta kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara, naik 20,4% dibandingkan periode yang sama tahun lalu. Destinasi musim panas yang sejak lama populer seperti provinsi Yunnan, Guizhou, dan Hunan menempati posisi teratas dalam daftar destinasi impian wisatawan mancanegara.

Lonjakan Perjalanan Wisata ke Tiongkok

Di Zhangjiajie, kota wisata di Provinsi Hunan, Tiongkok tengah, yang terkenal di dunia berkat lanskapnya yang menyerupai negeri dongeng, musim puncak kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara kini telah tiba. Wisatawan dari Eropa, Asia Tenggara, dan berbagai kawasan lainnya menjelajahi pegunungan batu pasir yang terdaftar sebagai Warisan Dunia UNESCO. Angin sejuk dan hutan yang rimbun menjadikan kawasan tersebut tempat peristirahatan alami.

Didukung oleh kebijakan transit bebas visa selama 240 jam yang diterapkan Tiongkok, kota ini telah membuka lebih dari 10 rute penerbangan penumpang yang menghubungkannya dengan delapan negara dan wilayah. Proses pemeriksaan imigrasi yang lebih cepat serta kemudahan memasuki objek wisata utama hanya dengan menunjukkan paspor membuat perjalanan wisatawan mancanegara di kota ini semakin mudah.

Sejak awal bulan Juli, kunjungan wisata keluarga ke Kawasan Wisata Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon meningkat tajam selama liburan musim panas. Jumlah pengunjung harian hampir mencapai 10.000 orang, dan lebih dari 50% di antaranya merupakan wisatawan mancanegara.

Destinasi pesisir di Tiongkok yang berudara lebih sejuk juga semakin populer. Qinhuangdao, kota pesisir di Provinsi Hebei, Tiongkok utara, menawarkan beragam kegiatan musim panas. Wisatawan dapat menikmati berbagai aktivitas, seperti berlayar, kapal cepat (speedboat), pertunjukan warisan budaya takbenda, serta pengalaman VR yang imersif di Museum Tembok Besar.

Pada paruh pertama tahun ini, kota tersebut mencatat 43.000 kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara, meningkat 50% dibandingkan periode yang sama tahun lalu. Rata-rata durasi tinggal wisatawan asing juga bertambah dari tujuh hari menjadi 15 hari.

Tren ini terlihat semakin jelas di kalangan wisatawan asal Eropa. Dari 20 negara dan wilayah asal utama wisatawan mancanegara ke Tiongkok pada musim panas ini, hampir 30 persennya berasal dari Eropa. Jumlah pemesanan perjalanan meningkat 275 persen dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya. Pemesanan tiket objek wisata juga naik tajam hingga 20 kali lipat. Wisatawan dari Inggris, Prancis, dan Jerman membentuk hampir 42 persen dari seluruh wisatawan Eropa yang berkunjung.

Mengapa Tiongkok?

Peningkatan kunjungan wisatawan ini didorong oleh kebijakan kemudahan visa Tiongkok yang terus diperluas. Saat ini, Tiongkok memberikan fasilitas bebas visa secara unilateral kepada warga negara dari 50 negara dan telah menjalin perjanjian bebas visa timbal balik dengan 29 negara. Sementara itu, warga negara dari 55 negara kini dapat memanfaatkan kebijakan transit bebas visa selama 240 jam untuk masuk ke Tiongkok melalui 65 pintu masuk yang telah ditetapkan.

Akses bagi wisatawan mancanegara juga semakin mudah. Penerbangan langsung kini menghubungkan berbagai kota di luar negeri dengan 160 kota di Tiongkok. Selain itu, lebih dari tiga perempat wisatawan mancanegara kini dapat masuk ke Tiongkok tanpa visa.

Sementara itu, layanan perjalanan juga semakin ramah bagi wisatawan asing. Mesin penjualan tiket multibahasa, perangkat penerjemah berteknologi AI, serta layanan pelanggan dalam bahasa Inggris, Prancis, Spanyol, dan bahasa lainnya kini tersedia secara luas di berbagai objek wisata dan platform perjalanan utama.

Namun, satu hal yang kerap disoroti wisatawan asing ternyata sangat sederhana: pendingin udara atau AC. Dari bandara dan stasiun kereta bawah tanah hingga pusat perbelanjaan, hotel, dan objek wisata, fasilitas pendingin udara yang andal telah menjadi bagian penting dari pengalaman berwisata di Tiongkok pada musim panas. Ketersediaan fasilitas ini didukung oleh salah satu sistem kelistrikan terbesar dan paling andal di dunia.

Di berbagai platform media sosial, video wisatawan asing yang membagikan pengalaman liburan musim panas mereka di Tiongkok menjadi jendela bagi masyarakat dunia untuk mengenal kembali negara tersebut. Semakin banyak wisatawan kini tidak lagi hanya mengunjungi Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, dan Shenzhen. Mereka mulai menjelajahi berbagai kota tua, desa pegunungan, serta kota yang belum banyak dikenal. Bagi mereka, Tiongkok bukan sekadar tempat sejuk untuk menghindari teriknya musim panas, tetapi juga negara yang semakin mudah dikunjungi, ramah, dan memiliki suasana yang hidup.

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SHANGHAI, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FREELANDER di bawah naungan Chery Group telah mengumumkan bahwa persiapan mereka untuk peluncuran regional Timur Tengah di Abu Dhabi telah dimulai.

Sebagai model strategis pertama FRELANDER untuk pasar internasional, FREELANDER 8 mengusung tiga pilar inti merek tersebut - Keahlian Inggris, Keyakinan Pintar, dan Kebebasan di Segala Medan - yang memadukan desain autentik Inggris, teknologi pintar, dan kualitas premium untuk menawarkan pilihan mobilitas pintar yang baru bagi konsumen global.

Sebagai sorotan utama produk ini, FREELANDER adalah yang pertama memperkenalkan SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking atau Parkir Valet Super Pintar) ke pasar Timur Tengah dalam segmen ini, dan menjadi yang pertama serta satu-satunya merek premium Inggris yang menggunakan sistem SIVP. Hal ini merombak tolok ukur kategori premium pintar untuk SUV dengan menghadirkan pengalaman parkir yang lebih cerdas, lebih nyaman, dan lebih aman.

Dibuat berdasarkan Penelitian dan Pengembangan berbasis merek untuk solusi mengemudi pintar internasional di semua domain, edisi Timur Tengah ini mengintegrasikan 27 sensor berkinerja tinggi - 3 radar gelombang milimeter, 11 kamera persepsi definisi tinggi, 1 DTOF depan dan 12 radar ultrasonik - yang mencakup pencarian ruang parkir, aktivitas parkir, skenario keluar dan panggilan, serta menginovasikan pengalaman parkir pintar. Sistem ini dirancang untuk sepenuhnya beradaptasi dengan suhu tinggi, silau tinggi, dan kondisi jalan yang kompleks di wilayah tersebut.

Sebagai sistem parkir paling lengkap dari merek ini, SIVP mewakili bentuk mutakhir matriks fungsi parkir. Dibuat berlandaskan fondasi APA (Automated Parking Assist atau Bantuan Parkir Otomatis), RPA (Remote Parking Assist atau Bantuan Parkir Jarak Jauh) dan teknologi parkir multitingkat lainnya, SIVP menghadirkan empat keuntungan inti pengalaman pintar yang secara langsung mengatasi kendala parkir yang dialami pengguna:

Panggilan Sekali Sentuh, Penjemputan dan Pengembalian Tanpa Repot - Melalui Aplikasi seluler, pengguna dapat memanggil kendaraan ke titik pertemuan yang ditentukan. Dalam kondisi hujan lebat atau panas terik, pengguna tidak perlu berjalan melintasi tempat parkir di bawah suhu tinggi atau hujan deras untuk mencari kendaraan.

Pemberian Prioritas Otomatis, Mengemudi dengan Sopan - Sistem ini memindai lingkungan sekitarnya dengan pintar, secara aktif mengidentifikasi pejalan kaki dan memberi priotitas kepada mereka, dengan perilaku mengemudi yang alami layaknya manusia.

Pemantauan Jarak Jauh, Visibilitas dan Pengendalian Penuh - Melalui Aplikasi seluler, pengguna dapat melihat video di sekitar kendaran dalam waktu nyata, dengan proses parkir yang sepenuhnya terlihat dan aman.

Negosiasi Cerdas, Memberi Jalan secara Pintar saat Ada Kendaraan yang Mendekat dari Arah Berlawanan - Sistemnya secara cerdas medeteksi adanya kendaraan yang mendekat dari arah berlawanan, secara otomatis menentukan strategi dan taktik memberi jalan terbaik, sehingga meningkatkan efisiensi berkendara.

Untuk skenario penggunaan dengan frekuensi tinggi di Timur Tengah, SIVP menghadirkan kemampuan beradaptasi dalam berbagai skenario: tempat parkir luar ruangan, tempat parkir bawah tanah yang tertutup, tempat parkir bertanda standar, serta ruang sempit dan tidak beraturan pun semuanya dapat dijadikan lahan parkir dengan mudah - bebas masalah di lingkungan yang kompleks, seperti sinar matahari yang terik, hujan yang lebat, dan panas yang ekstrem. Dari berebut tempat parkir saat jam sibuk di pusat perbelanjaan, risiko tergores di tempat yang sempit, hingga kesulitan mencari mobil di tempat parkir yang luas - SIVP mengatasi semua masalah tersebut dalam satu solusi. Selain aspek kepraktisan, sistem ini juga menghadirkan nilai emosional yang khas: pengguna dapat mengoperasikan kendaraan dari jarak jauh agar bergerak ke arah mereka dengan mulus, membuka bagasi untuk memberikan bunga atau hadiah, mengubah setiap kedatangan menjadi momen yang istimewa dan penuh kejutan.

Tentang FREELANDER

FREELANDER merupakan merek kendaraan segala medan cerdas premium asal Inggris yang lahir dari kolaborasi antara Chery dan Jaguar Land Rover. JLR memimpin pengembangan desain dan DNA premium, sedangkan Chery menghadirkan teknologi mutakhir serta kapabilitas rantai pasok global kelas atas. Merek ini didukung oleh fondasi global yang kokoh, dengan lebih dari 5.000 karyawan, lima pusat strategis, serta kapabilitas yang terintegrasi secara menyeluruh, mulai dari desain, Litbang, manufaktur, hingga operasi global.

Vincent CHEN

freelander.international@mychery.com

https://www.cheryinternational.com/

New findings presented at the American Society for Nutrition Annual Meeting build on more than two decades of research exploring the role of beta-casein protein in digestive health, nutrient utilization and beyond.

*The a2 Milk Company presented new clinical and preclinical research at NUTRITION 2026, the American Society for Nutrition's annual meeting held July 25-28 in National Harbor, Maryland.

*The research program included two studies presented by The a2 Milk Company and company-funded studies led by investigators at Purdue University and Nova Southeastern University.

*Together, the studies examined infant growth and safety, protein utilization, digestive tolerance, gastrointestinal biomarkers and the gut-brain axis, building on more than two decades of research in A1- and A2-type beta-casein protein.

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The a2 Milk Company today announced new clinical and preclinical research presented at NUTRITION 2026, the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition. The studies examined infant growth and safety, protein utilization and gastrointestinal biomarkers, and the respective roles of lactose and beta-casein in digestive tolerance.

The presentations included two studies from The a2 Milk Company and company-funded research conducted by Purdue University and Nova Southeastern University investigators. They add to the company's research program focused on naturally occurring beta-casein variants and their potential effects on digestion and health.

New Research Highlights

New Clinical Study Demonstrates Safety and Growth of Infant Formula Made with Milk Free from A1 Beta-Casein

The a2 Milk Company presented results from a randomized, double-blind controlled trial evaluating the growth and safety of infant formula made with milk free from A1-type beta-casein protein (A1PF) in healthy term infants.

The Growth Monitoring Study, a clinical trial required by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for new infant formulas, demonstrated that infants fed A1PF formula experienced normal growth throughout the 16-week study period, meeting the FDA's predefined non-inferiority criteria when compared with a commercially available infant formula.

Beyond meeting the study's primary endpoint, additional analyses found that infants receiving the A1PF formula:

Achieved significantly greater average weight gain (3,577.78 vs. 3,376.50grams), compared with those receiving conventional formula ? approximately 6% greater weight gain

Demonstrated significantly greater length gain (12.88 vs. 12.08 cm) compared with infants fed conventional formula ? approximately 6.6% greater length gain

Had significantly higher weight-for-age and length-for-age z-scores at 16 weeks.

According to Kirsty Armstrong, Senior Global Research Manager at The a2 Milk Company, the findings demonstrate that the A1PF formula was safe, nutritionally adequate, and supported infant growth.

New Preclinical Study Examines Protein Efficiency and Gastrointestinal Biomarkers

Research presented by Armstrong examined the protein component of an infant formula made with A1PF milk using the Association of Official Analytical Collaboration (AOAC INTERNATIONAL) Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER) Official Method 960.48.

Key findings included:

Higher adjusted PER compared with casein controls

Elevated antioxidant status

Reduced gastrointestinal inflammatory markers

Improved intestinal barrier function markers

Higher lactase gene and protein expression

Together, these findings suggest use of A1PF milk in formula may support improved protein quality and create a more favorable gastrointestinal environment for nutrient utilization. Additional research is needed to determine the clinical significance of these findings.

Purdue University Researchers Advance Understanding of Milk Protein and Digestive Health i

Purdue University investigators independently conducted the research, with funding provided by The a2 Milk Company. The studies examined the role of A1- and A2-type beta-casein in digestion and metabolism, further contributing to the growing body of scientific evidence on milk protein biology.

Purdue investigators also presented additional research exploring the biological mechanisms underlying A1- and A2-type beta-casein, including studies on gastric emptying, glucose metabolism, and redox biology.

"Our goal is to better understand the factors that contribute to dairy tolerance and digestive health," said Dennis A. Savaiano, Ph.D., Professor of Nutrition Science at Purdue University. "These studies advance our understanding of how naturally occurring differences in milk proteins may influence digestive physiology and metabolic responses, while highlighting the importance of continued clinical research to better understand these complex interactions."

Nova Southeastern University Researchers Examine Links Between Milk Protein Type and Inflammation Markersii

Researchers at Nova Southeastern University independently conducted the research, with funding provided by The a2 Milk Company. Led by neuroscientist Dr Richard Deth, the study explored how naturally occurring differences in milk proteins may influence inflammation in the gut and brain.

"These findings provide new insight into how a natural variation exhibited by a milk protein may influence communication between the gut and brain," said Richard Deth, Ph.D., Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Nova Southeastern University. "Understanding these biological pathways helps advance our knowledge of the relationship between nutrition, inflammation and cognitive function.

Building on More Than Two Decades of Scientific Leadership

The NUTRITION 2026 presentations build upon an expanding body of clinical and preclinical evidence examining the differences between A1- and A2-type beta-casein proteins.

Research conducted over the past two decades has shown that milk free from A1-type beta-casein has been associated with improved digestive comfort and reduced gastrointestinal symptoms, lower markers of inflammation, higher antioxidant levels, specifically in individuals with lactose intolerance, and emerging benefits for cognition and quality of life in older adults.

Unlike conventional milk, milk free from A1-type beta-casein does not preferentially release the peptide beta-casomorphin-7 (BCM-7) during digestion, a proposed mechanism that researchers continue to investigate as part of understanding digestive and physiological differences between beta-casein protein types.

"For more than two decades, The a2 Milk Company has invested significantly in in vitro, pre-clinical and clinical studies to bring us to the level of understanding we now have," said Dr. Andrew Clarke, Chief Scientific Advisor at The a2 Milk Company. "The research presented at NUTRITION 2026 reflects our long-standing commitment to advancing research into A1 protein free dairy and helping expand the evidence base for healthcare professionals, researchers and consumers worldwide."

About The a2 Milk Company

The a2 Milk Company is a dairy nutrition company that develops products made with milk containing only the A2-type beta-casein protein. For more than 25 years, the company has worked alongside scientists around the world to advance understanding of beta-casein protein science.

The company has products and trading activities across New Zealand, Australia, Greater China, North America and selected emerging markets. Its infant nutrition products are available in key international markets, including China, Australia and Vietnam.

For more information, visit The a2 Milk Company website.

Contact

Katie Pawelczyk, MS, RD

Kpawelczyk@foodminds.com

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i Sujani S, Mysore Saiprasad S, Dong J, Deth R, Eaton T, Savaiano, DA. Differential Effects of Lactose-Free A1/A2 Versus A2/A2 Milk on Digestive Discomfort and Gut Inflammation in Adults with Perceived Dairy Intolerance. Poster Presented at: NUTRITION 2026, American Society for Nutrition Annual Meeting; July 25-28, 2026; National Harbor, MD. Poster No. E-94

ii Deth R, Rose N, Dong J, Eshraghi R, Armstrong K, Blum J, Ridling E, Clarke A. A Novel Gut-Brain Connection: Differential Influence of Conventional vs. A1 Protein-free Milk Consumption on Inflammation-Related Gene Expression. Poster presented at: NUTRITION 2026, American Society for Nutrition Annual Meeting; July 25-28, 2026; National Harbor, MD. Poster No. E-16

Late-breaking findings presented July 28 at NUTRITION 2026 showed infant formula met Food Drug Administration-required growth and safety measures

*The a2 Milk Company presented results from Growth Monitoring Study as a late-breaking oral presentation at NUTRITION 2026.

*The study evaluated infant milk formula made from cow's milk free from A1-type beta-casein (A1PF) and found it supported normal

growth and safety through to 16 weeks of age, meeting predefined U.S. Food and Drug Administration criteria and remaining within World Health Organization-defined healthy growth ranges.

*Exploratory analyses found greater average gains in length and weight among infants fed A1PF formula compared to conventional formula.

WASHINGTON, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The a2 Milk Company today announced results from a randomized, double-blind, controlled study evaluating an infant milk formula made with cow's milk free of A1-type beta-casein protein, referred to as A1PF formula, compared to an infant milk formula made with conventional cow's milk.

The findings were presented as a late-breaking oral presentation at NUTRITION 2026, the American Society for Nutrition's annual meeting.

The Growth Monitoring Study was funded by The a2 Milk Company and conducted in line with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements for new formula registration. Results found that A1PF formula supported normal growth and safety throughout the 16-week period in healthy term infants.

How A1- and A2-type beta-casein differ

Beta-casein is one of the main proteins found in cow's milk. It occurs as a number of natural variants, which can be classified as either A1- or A2-type beta-casein. Most conventional cow's milk contains a combination of both protein types.

A1- and A2-type beta-casein differ by a single amino acid, which affects how the proteins are broken down during digestion. A1PF formula is made with milk containing only A2-type beta-casein and no A1-type beta-casein.

A1PF formula met predefined growth criteria

The study's primary objective was to determine whether A1PF formula performed comparably to conventional formula in supporting weight gain over the 16-week study period.

Between baseline and week 16, infants fed A1PF formula had a mean daily weight gain of 31.94 grams, compared with 30.15 grams among infants fed conventional formula. The difference of 1.79 grams per day exceeded the study's predefined non-inferiority threshold of minus 3 grams per day. Growth was evaluated in the context of World Health Organization (WHO) growth standards and infants fed A1PF formula remained within the WHO-defined healthy ranges throughout the study. There were also no significant differences between groups for adverse events experiences.

Together, these results demonstrated that A1PF formula supported appropriate growth and safety within FDA guidelines.

Further analyses identified additional growth findings

Post hoc analyses were conducted to further explore growth outcomes. These analyses were not part of the study's primary objective and should be considered exploratory.

Throughout the 16-week study period, infants fed A1PF formula:

Achieved significantly greater average weight gain. A1PF formula-fed infants gained 3,577.78 grams compared with 3,376.50 among infants fed conventional formula, which represented an approximately 6% greater weight gain.

Demonstrated significantly greater length gain. A1PF formula-fed infants gained 12.88 cm compared with 12.08 for infants fed conventional formula, which represents an approximately 6.6% greater length gain.

Had significantly higher weight-for-age and length-for-age z-scores at week 16, which compare an infant's growth with WHO age-based reference standards.

"The study found that infants fed A1PF formula experienced appropriate growth and met the predefined criteria, meaning the formula achieved its central objective" said Andrew Clarke, PhD, Chief Scientific Advisor at The a2 Milk Company. "The additional growth findings are encouraging and provide an important foundation for further research."

A1PF-fed infants demonstrated greater efficiency in converting dietary protein into growth

Additional analyses found approximately 11% higher protein-to-growth ratios for weight among infants fed A1PF formula compared with infants fed conventional formula. These exploratory findings suggest that A1PF formula may support more favorable protein conversion efficiency.

About the Growth Monitoring Study

The FDA requires new formulas be tested under clinical study conditions to ensure new formulas support normal physical growth, such that they are non-inferior to commercially available formulas with regards to safety, weight gain and normal physical growth.

In a randomized, controlled, double-blind clinical trial conducted in the United States, healthy full-term infants younger than 14 days of age were randomized to receive either A1PF or a conventional formula for 16 weeks.

Growth and safety outcomes were assessed at baseline and throughout the study. The primary endpoint was mean daily weight gain from baseline through week 16. Additional assessments included length, head circumference, age-standardized growth measures, formula intake and adverse events.

About The a2 Milk Company

The a2 Milk Company is a dairy nutrition company that develops products made with milk containing only the A2-type beta-casein protein. For more than 25 years, the company has worked alongside scientists around the world to advance understanding of beta-casein protein science.

The company has products and trading activities across New Zealand, Australia, Greater China, North America and selected emerging markets. Its infant nutrition products are available in key international markets, including China, Australia and Vietnam.

For more information, visit The a2 Milk Company website.

Contact

Katie Pawelczyk, MS, RD

Kpawelczyk@foodminds.com

HOUSTON and MORRISTOWN, N.J., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) and Chemical Marketing & Economics, Inc. (CME) today announced that Peter Vanacker, LYB CEO, will receive the CME STEM Leadership Award for Corporate Reinvention on Dec. 11, 2026 in New York City. The other honorees will be Omar Yaghi, 2025 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry (Extraordinary Fundamental Research) and Ann Ziff, Chairman of the Metropolitan Opera Board (Lifetime Achievement).

LYB is a leader in the global chemical industry, guided by its purpose of creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. The company is one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies.

"Peter Vanacker exemplifies corporate reinvention at the highest level, demonstrating how disciplined strategy and visionary leadership can reshape an entire enterprise," said CME Co-Chair Shah Karim. "Through initiatives focused on value enhancement, portfolio optimization and bold expansion of circular solutions, he has positioned the company for enduring value creation and industry leadership," added CME Co-Chair and Legal Counsel Ksenia Takhistova. "He champions the essential connection between science, engineering, and sustainable growth ? recognizing that transformative leaders accelerate the breakthroughs our world depends on," said STEM Leadership Awards founder and ACS Fellow George Rodriguez.

"Reinvention is about building a company that can create value through change," said LYB CEO Peter Vanacker. "At LYB, we continue to strengthen our portfolio, advance circular and low-carbon solutions at the right pace, and develop the capabilities and STEM talent pipeline needed to shape the future of our industry. I am honored by this recognition from CME and grateful to the LYB teams whose resilience and commitment make our progress possible."

Under Vanacker's leadership as LYB CEO, the company has remained anchored in its long-term strategy through a volatile market cycle, balancing disciplined near-term actions with a clear focus on long-term value creation. By upgrading its core businesses, taking decisive portfolio actions and preserving flexibility for future growth, LYB continues to position the business for enduring performance and industry leadership.

About Peter Vanacker

Peter Vanacker is chief executive officer of LyondellBasell, a global leader in the chemical industry delivering solutions for everyday sustainable living. Before joining LYB, he served as president, CEO and chair of the executive committee at Neste Corporation, and previously as CEO of both CABB Group GmbH and Treofan Group. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles at Bayer AG, including executive vice president of the global polyurethanes business and member of the executive committee of Bayer Material Science (now Covestro). An international executive, Vanacker has worked across Belgium, Brazil, China, Finland, Germany and the United States. He earned his master's degree in chemical engineering, specializing in polymers, from the University of Ghent. He serves on the supervisory board of Symrise AG, a leading global flavor, nutrition, scent and care company recognized with top CDP sustainability ratings. He also chairs the board of directors and serves on the executive committee of the American Chemistry Council, contributing to its energy, climate, environment, sustainability, finance, audit and plastics committees. In addition, he is a member of the board of the International Consortium of Chemical Associations.

About CME STEM Leadership Awards

Established in 2012, the CME STEM Leadership Awards honor exceptional leaders who harness chemistry's transformative power to solve global challenges. Past honorees span industry, finance, philanthropy, and academia, including Roy Vagelos, Seifi Ghasemi, Len Blavatnik, Albert Bourla, Martin Bruderm?ller, Jim Fitterling, Henry Kravis, Daniel D'Aniello, Craig Venter, and seven Nobel Laureates such as Frances Arnold and Barry Sharpless. Proceeds support transformative STEM programs, including unique student and mentor awards-the fundamental unit of innovation-alongside chemistry festivals and symposia advancing sustainability. To support or sponsor programs that empower future STEM pioneers in the Quantum AI and Space Age, reach us at contact@cme-stem.org and visit www.cme-stem.org.

About Chemical Marketing & Economics

With roots dating back to 1954, Chemical Marketing & Economics, Inc. (CME) is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to inspiring STEM leaders and advancing sustainable breakthroughs in energy, materials, and life sciences. In collaboration with NASA, ACS, ACC, and the U.S. DOE, CME connects Nobel Laureates, industry leaders, and the public through initiatives such as the CME STEM Leadership Awards, CME NASA Symposia, Earth & Space Sustainability Summits, STEM Festivals, and CME Student & Mentor Awards. Help spark innovation and collaboration shaping STEM in the Quantum AI and Space Age. Join us at www.cme-stem.org, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

About LyondellBasell

We are LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) - a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to unlock value for our customers, investors and society. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

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*Commercial long-term deal with a large pharmaceutical company pursuing manufacturing and commercial regulatory approvals in major markets

*Customer commits to AGC Biologics' new site in Yokohama for five commercial biologics programs

*Highlights growing demand for geopolitically stable supply chains, positioning Japan as an allied hub for global supply of biopharmaceuticals

YOKOHAMA, Japan, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahead of the official opening of AGC Biologics' Yokohama site, an international biopharmaceutical company has already secured half of the facility's mammalian manufacturing capacity with a multi-year commercial contract expected to reach hundreds of millions of dollars in total value.

The Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) will leverage its new Yokohama facility to manufacture a minimum of 35 batches per year of five biopharmaceutical products for the undisclosed customer, securing a reliable global supply chain for patients worldwide.

The agreement includes process transfer, scale-up, regulatory validation, and future commercial production. The customer will pursue multiple regulatory approvals with the EMA, FDA, MHRA, and PMDA. The aggressive manufacturing timeline includes four process performance qualifications (PPQ) campaigns in the first two years. 

Securing commercial production in Japan reflects a broader industry shift toward supply chain resilience, as global biopharmaceutical developers increasingly prioritize established, geopolitically stable manufacturing partners with locations that mitigate geopolitical, regulatory and trade risks.

"AGC Biologics has the largest global network of single-use manufacturing capacity by volume outside of China, but that's not the full story," said Alberto Santagostino, President and CEO of AGC Biologics. "The market is demanding capable, reliable manufacturing partners with global quality standards and geographic flexibility. This agreement reflects the strength of our network, our single-use expertise, and the strategic role Japan can play in resilient biologics supply chains. Our newest Japan site in Yokohama synthesizes all our network learning in a location of increasing interest, and that carries the intrinsic cultural value of manufacturing quality and effective delivery."

Once operational in 2027, the Yokohama site will deploy four 2,000-liter Cytiva single-use bioreactors and two 5,000-liter Thermo Fisher Scientific DynaDrive single-use bioreactors, adding 18,000 liters to AGC Biologics' existing capacity of single-use technology for biologics manufacturing. Select customers and guests are scheduled to be provided with the opportunity to visit the new site in December 2026, when construction is completed.

"Securing a major commercial partner for Yokohama before the site is operational is a strong signal of confidence in what this facility will offer," said Tadashi Murano, President of AGC Life Science Company. "With the site located adjacent to the AGC Yokohama Technical Center, biopharmaceutical developers are understanding that choosing a CDMO with an established innovation ecosystem in Japan is a smart outsourcing strategy."

The AGC Biologics' Yokohama site was part of the biomanufacturing investments made by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in 2022. These strategic investments are designed to expand domestic production and reinforce Japan's position as a highly trusted, long-term biologics partner for life sciences industries within allied nations.

Services available in Yokohama starting in 2027 will include:

Mammalian development and GMP manufacturing, with two downstream lines and flexible single-use bag capacity of 18,000 liters.

Cell therapy services with six clean rooms.

Messenger RNA (mRNA) development and manufacturing with 2 IVT, two purification lines, and two LNP lines. 

With existing cGMP manufacturing locations in the U.S., Japan, and Europe, AGC Biologics' track record will help kick off the manufacturing operation in Yokohama, utilizing the experience of:

More than three decades of GMP experience.

100 successful regulatory inspections.

More than 30 commercial products launched, which received more than 100 separate regulatory agency approvals.

More than 400 products developed and manufactured for over 250 different customers.

About AGC Biologics

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, to provide friendly and expert services. We provide world-class development and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with locations in Seattle, Washington; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba and Yokohama, Japan. AGC Biologics is a part of AGC Inc.'s Life Science Business. The Life Science Business runs eight facilities focused on biopharmaceuticals, advanced therapies, small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients, and agrochemicals. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.

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WUHU, China, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LEPAS, Chery Auto's mid-to-premium NEV brand, is advancing its global market expansion with a comprehensive NEV lineup featuring the LEPAS L4 EV, LEPAS L6 EV, and LEPAS L8 PHEV. The new lineup showcases LEPAS' commitment to elegant mobility through a combination of elegant design, intelligent technologies, and exquisite space, addressing diverse mobility needs across global markets.

The recently concluded tournament highlighted qualities such as composure, resilience, and adaptability ? values that align with LEPAS' approach to mobility. Through the integration of design, technology, and user-focused innovation, LEPAS continues to deliver elegant and confident mobility experiences for customers worldwide.

LEPAS L4 EV: Confident Range for Effortless Urban Mobility

On the pitch, steady performance and the ability to adapt to changing situations are the keys to victory. This same philosophy is reflected in the LEPAS L4 EV, which is designed for urban drivers seeking a more effortless and intelligent NEV experience. Combining extended range capability, efficient performance, and convenient charging solutions, the LEPAS L4 EV delivers confident mobility for both daily commuting and longer journeys.

The LEPAS L4 EV is powered by a highly integrated 12-in-1 electric drive system, delivering smooth, quiet, and efficient power output. With a maximum fast-charging power of over 120kW, it can charge from 30% to 80% in just 20 minutes when connected to a 200kW charging pile, supporting both daily commuting and long-distance travel.

The LEPAS L4 EV also features a Level 2 ADAS and a 540? HD Panoramic View, providing enhanced support for scenarios such as narrow-road driving and parking, while creating a more relaxed and confident urban driving experience.

LEPAS L6 EV: Intelligent Refinement for Quality Living

Beyond the intensity of competition, the pitch also reflects precision, composure, and refined performance. This balance of capability and style comes to life in the LEPAS L6 EV, an Intelligent & Exquisite Life SUV designed for those who seek a more refined and sophisticated mobility experience.

Featuring LEPAS's signature "Leopard Aesthetics", the LEPAS L6 EV showcases an elegant and dynamic exterior, complemented by a minimalist, refined design that seamlessly adapts to a wide range of lifestyles?from daily commuting and family travel to leisure outings and social occasions.

For daily commuting, intelligent technologies and driving assistance features help reduce driving stress during busy urban traffic. During family trips, the cabin transforms into a mobile living space equipped with entertainment and lifestyle functions, complemented by the V2L external power supply function for greater convenience.

When taking a break on the road, the quiet and refined cabin provides a private and comfortable environment, offering enhanced privacy, a serene atmosphere, and temperature-controlled comfort. For outdoor activities and travel photography, the LEPAS L6 EV's distinctive design creates a stylish presence wherever it goes, adding confidence and character to every journey.

LEPAS L8 PHEV: The Elegant Versatility for Confident Journeys

The strongest performers in top-level competitions are defined not by a single advantage, but by comprehensive capability across every aspect. This philosophy is reflected in the LEPAS L8 PHEV, which embodies a balance of spacious comfort, intelligent technology, safety, and long driving range capability, delivering a confident and refined mobility experience for global consumers.

LEPAS L8 PHEV

Built on a 2800mm wheelbase, the LEPAS L8 PHEV offers a spacious and comfortable cabin environment. The wrap-around cabin design balances driving visibility with a sophisticated technological atmosphere, while versatile space configurations and 47 storage spaces to accommodate diverse travel needs. The cabin is also equipped with AQS Air Quality Monitoring System, an active fragrance system, and UV-blocking and heat-insulating glass, while the 8155 chip and 13.2-inch Waterfall-Style Touchscreen support responsive interaction and smartphone remote control functions, including temperature adjustment, vehicle unlocking, and air conditioning activation.

For intelligent driving, The LEPAS L8 PHEV features a Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) 540 panoramic camera, and APA/RPA parking system, enhancing driving convenience and confidence across diverse scenarios.

Under NEDC conditions, the LEPAS L8 PHEV delivers a comprehensive range of over 1,300 kilometers and supports three charging methods - DC fast charging, home charging, and portable charging, providing flexible energy solutions for commuting, long-distance travel, and different charging scenarios.

As the global football tournament concludes, LEPAS continues to bring the spirit of composure and confidence from the pitch to everyday mobility. Currently, the LEPAS L4 EV, LEPAS L6 EV, and LEPAS L8 PHEV have entered the global launch phase and will gradually roll out across markets worldwide.

About LEPAS

LEPAS is Chery Auto's mid-to-premium NEV brand, dedicated to creating elegant mobility experiences for users worldwide. Committed to becoming the Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life, LEPAS brings together Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Technology, and Exquisite Space - transforming elegance into a driving experience you can see, feel, and trust. Supported by a growing global dealer network of more than 500 sales and service outlets, LEPAS is expanding its international footprint through localized operations, delivering products and experiences tailored to users across global markets.

About Chery Auto

Founded in 1997, Chery Auto is a global automotive manufacturer specializing in vehicle development, intelligent technologies, and new energy solutions. The company operates in more than 130 countries and regions, supported by a strong international network of research, production, and strategic partnerships. Chery Auto has remained China's No. 1 passenger vehicle exporter among Chinese brands for 23 consecutive years. Guided by its global philosophy of "In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere," Chery Auto is committed to advancing sustainable mobility through continuous innovation and global collaboration.

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Enterprise-grade support accelerates AI infrastructure deployment, extends GPU asset life, controls maintenance costs, and supports mission-critical AI, HPC, and analytics environments

Cleveland, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Park Place Technologies, a global IT infrastructure services provider, is expanding its comprehensive global third-party maintenance and support capabilities for GPU-powered servers, helping enterprises accelerate AI adoption, deploy infrastructure faster, maintain performance, reduce risk, and gain greater flexibility as AI-driven infrastructure rapidly evolves.

Park Place Technologies now delivers enterprise-grade, global third-party support for mission-critical GPU-enabled servers across data centers, edge locations, and hybrid environments. Its services are designed to support organizations running AI and machine learning training and inference platforms, high-performance computing clusters, virtualized GPU environments, and data analytics and simulation workloads - helping organizations move AI initiatives from pilot to production without being slowed down by infrastructure support gaps.

GPU-based systems introduce unique operational demands compared with traditional computing environments, including higher thermal density, increased power requirements, BIOS and driver interoperability considerations, and multi-GPU system complexity. Park Place has invested in GPU-specific engineering expertise to support these environments and accelerate AI infrastructure readiness, including:

GPU-dense server architecturesTensor Processing Unit (TPU) circuitsAdvanced cooling and power configurationsBIOS and driver interoperabilityAI accelerator-focused systems

In customer deployment environments spanning more than 60 data centers globally, Park Place has supported infrastructure at significant scale, including more than 24,000 servers and over 76,000 GPUs to date. Combined with post-deployment support and hardware maintenance services, Park Place enables organizations to simplify lifecycle management and accelerate AI infrastructure outcomes for high-performance computing and AI initiatives worldwide.

"As GPU infrastructure and TPU chips become more central to AI, HPC, and advanced analytics strategies, organizations need a support partner that understands the full system context, not just the parts," said John Stock, Chief Commercial Officer for Park Place Technologies. "Our model is designed to help customers scale innovation and accelerate their AI ambitions without being constrained by traditional vendor support models."

Park Place Technologies differentiates its GPU support offering through:

Proven global delivery at scaleOEM-agnostic, third-party independenceExpertise aligned to modern GPU workloads and AI acceleration needsPredictable costs and flexible contractsEnterprise governance, reporting, and compliance

As GPU infrastructure continues to evolve, Park Place Technologies is committed to evolving with it, providing organizations with the support, expertise, and operational flexibility needed to accelerate AI initiatives and keep critical environments running at peak performance.

To learn more, visit ParkPlaceTechnologies.com.

About Park Place Technologies

Park Place Technologies is a leading global IT infrastructure services firm with $1.2 billion in annual revenue and 3,300 employees. We help 25,000+ organizations in 180 countries - including half the Fortune 500 - fuel innovation and accelerate AI transformation by dramatically reducing time and money spent on IT infrastructure management, while boosting performance and uptime.

Powered by the world's largest on-the-ground engineering team, a robust group of advanced engineers, and our global Enterprise Operations Centers, Park Place delivers significant cost savings on hardware maintenance, software technical support, hardware procurement, and more. We also streamline IT infrastructure management, freeing internal teams from day-to-day tasks, enabling them to focus on strategic initiatives - including AI acceleration.

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LONDON/HOUSTON/SINGAPORE, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- INSIGHT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Wood Mackenzie's mid-year upstream and corporate outlook finds the global upstream sector could accumulate a cash windfall of US$495 billion this year, assuming Brent prices average US$90 per barrel, more than double cash flow expectations based on initial planning assumptions of around US$60 per barrel.

The 49 largest IOCs and NOCs in Wood Mackenzie's corporate coverage net US$272 billion of this, which is equivalent to 70% of their combined investment for the year. Yet to date, investment budgets remain flat and the windfall has not triggered a surge in buybacks.

The oil and gas industry came into 2026 bracing for a difficult year. What it got was a price surge, an unplanned cash windfall, and a set of strategic pressures that, if anything, have grown more urgent.

Drawing on its Lens Upstream platform and Corporate Strategy and Analytics Service, Wood Mackenzie's mid-year outlook covers 49 of the world's largest IOCs and NOCs, assessing how the year is tracking against forecasts set at the start of 2026.

Companies entered the year expecting Brent crude to average around US$60 per barrel. With dated Brent prices averaging US$91 per barrel through H1, capital budgets have barely moved. Companies have broadly maintained their original shareholder return frameworks against a backdrop of increasing equity values. Wood Mackenzie forecasts buybacks for the peer group will be down around 5% year-on-year in 2026, based on announced plans ahead of the Q2 reporting season.

"What is perhaps most telling about the corporate response to the turbulent macro forces impacting the oil and gas sector is just how little changed. Most players have adopted a wait-and-see approach to the market turmoil, preferring to accumulate cash on the balance sheet rather than return it to shareholders or increase investment. Capital discipline has proved more durable than either the bears or bulls expected." said Tom Ellacott, Senior Vice President, Corporate Research at Wood Mackenzie. "High prices ease the financial pressure. They do not solve the next-decade production challenge. The second half of 2026 will show whether the strategic response catches up with the financial firepower."

Key Findings

The next-decade production challenge is immense. 155 companies tracked by Wood Mackenzie face an average 30% production decline between 2030 and 2040, equivalent to 32 million boe per day (excluding Middle Eastern NOCs). Over 70 face declines of 50% or more out to 2040.

Capex discipline is holding, but corporate resolve could be tested. Global upstream development spend is on course for a second consecutive year of slight decline. Operators have prioritised maintenance deferral, optimisation and low-capital activities over new major commitments to capture near-term upside. 

The cash is staying on the balance sheet. Most of the peer group has accumulated rather than deployed its windfall, with elevated prices accelerating deleveraging for more leveraged operators.

M&A has defied expectations. Despite price volatility, H1 deal spend reached its highest total in two years. Shell's US$16 billion acquisition of ARC, Devon's US$25 billion merger with Coterra and Mitsubishi's US$7.5 billion acquisition of Aethon were among the defining transactions.

The global supply picture has deteriorated sharply. Oil output is expected to be down at least 3% in 2026, against a forecast increase of similar magnitude. Though given the ongoing conflicts, these estimates remain tentative. In the Middle East, Iraq has been hardest hit, with up to around 3 million barrels per day offline. Global LNG supply will be down at least 2%, against an earlier forecast rise of 8%, with Qatar taking the hit.

The Middle East remains critical for portfolio renewal. Despite near-term disruption, no region matches it for scale and cost advantage. Wood Mackenzie expects it to remain central to the longer-term plans of the world's largest operators.

"This is not a natural commodity cycle," said Fraser McKay, Head of Upstream Analysis at Wood Mackenzie. "The price surge reflects geopolitical conflict, not underlying demand, and companies are well aware of it. Balance sheets are stronger than they have been in years, but the instinct is to preserve that resilience and position for the future rather than spend now. If prices hold through H2, the pressure to deploy capital via buybacks, M&A or new investment will intensify. How boards navigate that tension will shape the industry's strategic direction into 2027."

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The full report, Cash-rich but capital-cautious: how is 2026 playing out versus our upstream and corporate outlooks?, is available to Wood Mackenzie clients via the Lens platform at woodmac.com. It draws on data from the Corporate Financial Models and Upstream Benchmarking Tool within the Corporate Strategy and Analytics Service, covering 49 of the world's largest IOCs and NOCs. The US$495 billion figure represents a Wood Mackenzie estimate for the global upstream sector assuming average Brent prices of US$90 per barrel in 2026 against an initial planning assumption of US$60 per barrel. The US$272 billion figure covers the 49 IOCs and NOCs in Wood Mackenzie's Corporate Financial Models peer group under the same price assumption.

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Manning joins to lead the next phase of Freshworks' product innovation and strategy

SAN MATEO, Calif., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH), the AI-powered, unified service operations platform, announced today that Ryan Manning will join the company on August 10th as its Chief Product and Technology Officer, reporting to CEO Dennis Woodside. Manning succeeds Srini Raghavan, who is departing Freshworks to pursue an entrepreneurial venture.

The appointment unifies product and technology strategy under one executive as Freshworks grows its footprint with mid-market and agile enterprises. Murali Swaminathan continues as Chief Technology Officer, reporting to Manning.

"Ryan has the unique ability to quickly turn what customers need into products that win in the market," said Dennis Woodside, CEO of Freshworks. "As AI changes how quickly and how deeply our customers can put new capability to work, we're excited to bring product and engineering back together under a single organization so we can move with more speed and less friction."

In this role, Manning will set product and technology strategy across Freshworks' AI, IT and customer experience products. He will oversee the global product roadmap and engineering organization behind Freshworks' platform that is fast to deploy, intuitive to use, and enables every employee to be more productive.

"AI is changing what businesses should expect from service software," said Ryan Manning, incoming Chief Product and Technology Officer of Freshworks. "Having built service management products across startups and global software businesses, I believe Freshworks is uniquely positioned to lead the shift - combining powerful capability with rapid impact in a way the market needs right now."

Manning joins Freshworks after roles spanning startups and global software companies, including helping build and scale ServiceNow in the years surrounding its IPO and co-founding FreeAgent CRM, now Servis.ai. Most recently, Manning led the product team at BMC Helix, where he was recruited to be Chief Product Officer during a pivotal period of transformation. He brought product and technology closer together, sharpened the company's strategy around ServiceOps and agentic AI, and helped position the business for its next chapter.

Manning holds a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance from San Diego State University, where he serves on the board of the university's Computer Science program. He will be based at Freshworks' San Mateo headquarters.

About Freshworks Inc.

Freshworks is the AI-powered, unified service operations platform that is fast to deploy, intuitive to use, and enables every employee to be more productive. We offer powerful governance and scale, without the operational drag of legacy platforms. Organizations including Bridgestone, New Balance, S&P Global, and Sony Music trust Freshworks to deliver quality employee and customer service and manage efficient technology operations. For the latest updates, visit freshworks.com and follow Freshworks on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook.

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*New vertical AI model combines electricity-price intelligence, load forecasting, computing scheduling and V2G resources to help lower power costs and unlock flexible grid capacity

IRVINE, Calif., July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tellus Power Global Holding Limited ("Tellus Power" or the "Company"), a deep technology company building bi-directional energy transfer systems to power the physical AI economy, today announced Tellus Energy AI, a purpose-built ("vertical") AI model for the energy and computing sectors.

The model is designed to coordinate energy and compute in multiple directions, matching AI compute workloads to real-time power availability and price, while turning distributed charging and storage assets into grid-responsive resources. Tellus Power believes it is among the first providers to bring multiple-way energy-compute scheduling to market in a single professional model.

Tellus Energy AI provides five core capabilities:

Real-time price tracking - ingests and analyzes wholesale electricity prices in near real time to support power-trading decisions.

Power-load forecasting - multi-dimensional load prediction to inform energy dispatch, consumption and trading decisions.

Energy decision support - recommends actions based on live prices and load to help customers reduce electricity costs.

Grid coordination, energy arbitrage and value-added services - responds to grid signals for resilience, peak demand and other ancillary-service signals, converting idle charging capacity into additional revenue.

Open agent platform - customers can build custom AI agents on TPResearch, Tellus Power's agent framework, via its published APIs.

Alongside the model, Tellus Power is building an integrated energy-AI computing capability on four foundations including a vehicle-to-grid (V2G) based virtual power plant, a wide-area charging network, liquid-cooled high-density compute clusters, and an advanced EMS (energy-management platform).

Together these support four applied models - compute-power coordinated dispatch, V2G site operation, power-trading decisioning, and green-compute traceability, intended to address high energy costs, grid constraints, bring in capacity for micro data centers, green-power certification and low asset utilization.

In early deployments, Tellus Power is targeting electricity-cost reductions of 20%-40% vs. unoptimized operation, data-center PUE below 1.1 and additional ancillary-service revenue of up to 40%, with full green-power traceability to support ESG reporting.

Tellus Power is opening three commercial offerings, Energy Intelligence Agent, private deployment and an EMS smart toolkit, to AI operators, data centers and new-energy operators for partnership and integration along with its state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Over the next three to five years, Tellus Power aims to build a distributed green-compute network exceeding 1 GW, developing an integrated "energy + compute + AI" offering as a second growth curve and contributing to a low-carbon compute infrastructure ecosystem.

"The race for all types of AI including generative, inference and physical AI is really a race for immediate energy. The compute exists, but the power to run it affordably and cleanly is the real constraint on AI's growth. We built Tellus Energy AI to help lift that constraint, turning energy from AI's largest cost and time resource into a source of efficiency, resilience and immediate availability," said Mike Calise, Chief Executive Officer of Tellus Power.

About Tellus Power

Tellus Power is a deep technology company building bi-directional energy transfer systems to power the physical AI economy. Our products unify fleet and passenger vehicle charging, battery storage, and vehicle-to-grid capabilities. This infrastructure enables two-way control of high flow-rate electrons through a grid-edge energy system. Deployed globally, Tellus Power is enabling the convergence of electrification, robotics, autonomy, and distributed energy resources.

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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 July 2026 - There is something remarkable about Copenhagen.Stand in the city centre during rush hour and you will still hear bicycle bells, conversations spilling out from caf?s and children walking to school. It is not because the city has fewer people or less traffic. On the contrary, Copenhagen is one of Northern Europe's most dynamic capitals. What makes it different is that its mobility system is organised so well that it almost disappears into everyday life.

Green SM can help make thousands of daily journeys more convenient, safer and more reliable

That success has never been built around a single mode of transport. Copenhagen is not simply a cycling city, nor is it defined by its metro or buses. It is an integrated mobility ecosystem where every mode serves a distinct purpose. Bicycles are ideal for short trips. Public transport moves large numbers of people efficiently across the city. Walking remains part of daily life. Taxis fill the journeys that other options do not always serve well, whether it is an early morning airport transfer, an elderly passenger travelling home, a family carrying luggage or visitors arriving in the city for the first time. Rather than competing with one another, each mode strengthens the overall system.

Yet even one of the world's most successful mobility systems now faces a new challenge.

According to a joint mobility analysis by the Capital Region of Denmark and the City of Copenhagen, the Greater Copenhagen area is expected to generate around 800,000 additional journeys every day by 2035. That growth will be shared across every mode of transport, including approximately 290,000 additional walking trips, 110,000 cycling trips, 80,000 public transport journeys and 310,000 car trips each day.

These figures reveal an important reality. Copenhagen is not expecting people to abandon bicycles for cars, nor is it attempting to replace one mode of transport with another. As the population grows, tourism expands and economic activity increases, demand will rise across the entire mobility system.

The real challenge is therefore not deciding which mode of transport should dominate. It is finding ways to accommodate hundreds of thousands of additional journeys while preserving the quiet streets, public spaces and quality of life that have made Copenhagen one of the world's most liveable cities.

This philosophy is increasingly reflected in the city's approach to mobility. Walking, cycling, public transport, cars and taxis are no longer viewed as competing alternatives, but as complementary parts of the same transport ecosystem, each serving different travel needs.

The challenge is not unique to Copenhagen.

According to the European Environment Agency (EEA), road traffic remains Europe's largest source of environmental noise, affecting around 92 million people. The report concludes that electrification alone will not solve the problem. Cleaner vehicles are essential, but so are better urban planning and a more balanced transport system.

In other words, the future of urban mobility will not be determined by how many electric vehicles a city puts on its streets. It will depend on whether every journey is served by the right mode, at the right time and in the right place.

Even the best transport systems leave certain journeys uncovered.

Not everyone can cycle to the airport before sunrise. Elderly passengers may struggle with luggage on public transport. Visitors arriving in Copenhagen for the first time may not feel confident combining several transport options simply to reach their hotel. These journeys represent only a small proportion of daily travel, but they will always exist. This is where ride-hailing finds its place within the mobility ecosystem. It complements public transport and cycling rather than competing with them.

The quality of that service, however, depends on far more than the vehicle itself.

Ultimately, every journey is shaped by the person behind the wheel. A safe drive, professional conduct, punctuality, a warm greeting or a helping hand with a suitcase all contribute to the passenger's experience. In a city like Copenhagen, these small moments help shape the city's reputation just as much as its infrastructure.

This is the context in which Green SM enters Copenhagen.

Over the past three years, Green SM has accumulated experience from millions of journeys every day and billions of kilometres travelled in fully electric vehicles across Asia. Yet in Copenhagen, scale alone means very little. The more important question is whether a mobility service can integrate seamlessly into an already successful transport system and make it work even better.

For that reason, Green SM invests not only in an all-electric fleet, but also in rigorous driver recruitment and training covering safety, customer service, operational excellence and local cultural understanding. The objective is not simply to move passengers from one destination to another, but to deliver journeys that reflect the standards Copenhagen has spent decades building.

Perhaps that is why Copenhagen became Green SM's first destination in Europe.

The ambition is not to introduce a new model of urban mobility. It is to become a trusted addition to one that already works exceptionally well.

Ultimately, success in Copenhagen will never be measured by the number of vehicles on the road. The city does not need more cars simply to fill its streets. It needs mobility services that are available when people need them, complement the existing transport network and quietly step back once their role is complete, leaving the city every bit as liveable as before.

If Green SM can help make thousands of daily journeys more convenient, safer and more reliable, while preserving the rhythm of life that makes Copenhagen unique, that may be success enough.

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 July 2026 - HKT announces the launch of HKT.AI, a one-stop, integrated AI platform that enables businesses and individual customers to access a broad suite of prominent global AI resources through a single and intuitive interface. The platform aims to accelerate the mass adoption of AI in Hong Kong, especially in empowering SMEs in their digital transformation, and advance the vision of "AI for All."

HKT.AI aggregates a wide range of Chinese Mainland-based and global AI resources, enabling businesses and individuals to seamlessly access and switch across specialised applications and tools on a single platform to meet diverse work and everyday needs. At initial launch, HKT.AI offers four key features, including Image Studio, Writing Studio, Social Content Studio, and an AI Arena that help users select the suitable model. The platform also provides secure dedicated storage that automatically preserves chat histories, eliminating the need for users to search across different apps and facilitating future reference and reuse. This is reinforced by enterprise-grade security that safeguards customers' uploaded data.

HKT.AI initially comes with around 20 preconfigured AI agents to facilitate an easy start. Addressing the needs of SMEs, HKT.AI offers a collection of Hong Kong-focused business AI agents that take on routine tasks, such as company filing and documents generation for assisting tax-related matters, to drive greater efficiency and competitiveness among SMEs. Designed for supporting a variety of business scenarios, the AI agents are categorised by job function to help users locate the appropriate tools, including auto roster planner and complaint response assistant, at ease.

For consumers, the platform features engaging and educational AI agents such as a personal fitness trainer, a star‑chef cooking coach, and a creative naming tool. New features will be added on gradually, including PowerPoint and video generating tools.

HKT will offer businesses and individual users with a dedicated, round‑the‑clock hotline dedicated for AI support, along with a range of training sessions and workshops, ensuring users can master the applications and receive assistance in a timely manner. Designated specialists will also be provided to assist businesses with platform setup as needed.

Starting today, HKT will invite selected businesses and 1O1O customers to trial HKT.AI for free, with plans to gradually enrich the range of AI resources and agents and make it available to more customers.

Susanna Hui, HKT Group Managing Director, said, "HKT has been proactively capitalising the opportunities arising from the rapid advancement of AI, while accelerating its transformation from a traditional telecommunications service provider into an integrated data and intelligent technology enabler serving both enterprise and individual customers. We are committed to leveraging our network infrastructure, cross-industry ecosystem, diverse partner network, and extensive customer base to build an end-to-end innovation value chain spanning connectivity, data and intelligence, leading customers in embracing new technologies, empowering every step of their journey, as well as accelerating the broad adoption of AI. To advance this commitment, we are introducing HKT.AI, our self-developed, purpose-driven platform that transforms cutting-edge AI capabilities into intuitive, secure and reliable tools, all accessible through a single gateway designed to serve and empower businesses and consumers. Our goal is to support Hong Kong's "AI for All" vision and proactively align with the nation's "AI+" initiative, fostering the growth of the digital economy and a smart society."

Recently, HKT has introduced other AI-driven services, including the AI CMO marketing solution, which can rapidly generate marketing videos incorporating local language and scenarios based on social listening insights together with data analytics from The Club ecosystem for merchants' use on The Club and their platforms. Tap & Go has also launched Hong Kong's first Single Use Card for consumers, enabling users to manage the risks associated with Agentic AI in transactional workflows and merchant data breaches.

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We.R.Wira Season 4 Equips Youth with Industry Ready Skills Aligned with UN SDGs

SELANGOR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 July 2026 - Centriq PR, independent Malaysian public relations consultancy, marked another milestone in its commitment to purposeful communication as Season 4 of its social impact initiative, We.R.Wira, culminated in the Golden Wira Awards Ceremony at Tan Yew Sing Auditorium, INTI International College Subang.

At its core, We.R.Wira reflects Centriq PR's belief that heroism lives in ordinary individuals-the everyday heroes ("Wira" ) who choose to act with passion and purpose for causes they believe in. By empowering youth to uncover and tell these stories, Centriq PR aims to nurture purposeful storytellers and future changemakers.

Equipping Youth with Industry‑Ready Skills

As the communication industry evolves, Centriq PR recognises that practitioners need more than creativity. They must develop a deeper understanding of the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), communicate their relevance to different audiences and connect with collaborators across sectors. We.R.Wira equips students with these industry‑relevant skills by combining real‑world storytelling, SDG alignment and academia‑industry partnerships.

In her opening remarks, Managing Director of Centriq PR, Jacqueline Arnold, shared, "At Centriq PR, we believe storytelling has the power to educate, inspire and bring people together. Storytelling is more than creative expression; it is practice for life. Beyond learning to craft authentic narratives, students gain the ability to identify stakeholders with shared values, build meaningful collaborations and amplify stories across multiple platforms to inspire real impact. This is what PR is all about. Through We.R.Wira, we encourage young communicators to listen with empathy and give voice to everyday heroes who create positive change in their communities."

Season 4 recorded its strongest participation to date, receiving 41 submissions from four institutions: UOW Malaysia Glenmarie, UTAR Kampar, UiTM Shah Alam, and newcomer INTI International College Subang, which proudly hosted the ceremony. Collectively, participants explored 12 of the 17 UN SDGs, with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 15 (Life on Land), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) most represented.

Building Skills Through Workshops and Resources

Centriq PR also led a workshop at INTI International College Subang, supported by a video series and workshop deck, to introduce strategic communications, SDG alignment and ESG‑focused narratives. These resources gave students practical skills to connect their stories to sustainability goals and prepare to collaborate with stakeholders as future communicators.

Celebrating Storytelling as a Catalyst for Change

Entries were evaluated by a panel comprising Loke Pak‑Yen (United Nations Association Malaysia), Frank Chan (MDEC), Norhizam Abdul Kadir (EVD Berhad), and Arnold.

The event brought together students, educators and industry leaders to celebrate storytelling as a catalyst for positive change, demonstrating how strategic communications can help advance the UN SDGs.

Academic Dean of INTI International College Subang, Mr. Eric Lee, noted, "This semester, INTI International College Subang aligned its Mass Communication module assessments with the We.R.Wira campaign, encouraging students to submit their coursework to the national competition."

Honouring Champions and Outstanding Stories

For its compelling storytelling and lasting community impact, the submission titled Anak Pulau: Below the Surface by UiTM Shah Alam emerged champion. Another submission by UiTM Shah Alam, Where Heart Meets: The Story of Tender Hearts Cafe secured the first runner‑up spot, while Beyond the Sirens by UOW Glenmarie took second runner‑up position.

For demonstrating exceptional merit and strong performance, four Honourable Mentions were presented to Colouring Lives (UOW Glenmarie) and Keep Wildlife Wild: Animal Neighbours Project, Sixteen Pillars, One Heritage, and Invisible Citizens: The Fight For A Name, all submitted by UiTM Shah Alam.

In the new Outstanding SDG Alignment category, the submissions titled Invisible Citizens: The Fight For a Name (SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities) and The Lost Food Project: More Than Leftovers (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production; SDG 2: Zero Hunger), UiTM Shah Alam emerged as winners for their powerful alignment with selected SDGs and ability to inspire awareness and action.

Looking Ahead to Season 5

Through We.R.Wira, Centriq PR is cultivating the next generation of communicators by equipping students with practical experience in strategic storytelling, SDG alignment, stakeholder engagement, and industry collaboration-skills essential in today's PR profession.

Season 4 leaves a resounding message: Change begins when those who care enough, dare to act. Looking ahead, We.R.Wira will return for Season 5, reaffirming Centriq PR's long‑term commitment to nurturing future communicators through meaningful storytelling, collaboration and social impact initiatives.

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