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Laos Inflation Falls to 7.7 Percent in 2025, Showing Signs of Economic Stabilization

A after meeting of BOL to summarise 2025 economy and plan for 2026. (Photo by Adviser )

Laos’ average inflation fell to 7.7 percent in 2025, down sharply from 23.13 percent in 2024, according to the Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL), marking a significant easing in price pressures.

The central bank presented the figures during a public meeting on 14 January. Officials said the improvement reflects greater price stability, supported by a relatively stable exchange rate and foreign exchange reserves sufficient to cover more than six months of imports, in line with national targets.

Beyond inflation and liquidity trends, the central bank reported advances in institutional reforms. 

These include steps toward transforming the bank into a rural development-oriented institution and expanding cross-border payment system integration with neighboring countries, aimed at improving financial access and supporting economic activity.

However, officials cautioned that challenges remain. Some economic targets approved by the National Assembly have yet to be fully met, and many households continue to face financial pressure.

Previous reporting shows why the cost of living remains a concern. Although inflation eased in 2024, the National Statistics Bureau reported that the Consumer Price Index rose from 208.3 to 243.5, driven mainly by higher spending on essentials such as food, healthcare, and utilities.

Healthcare and medicine were the largest contributors to rising costs in 2024 due to higher prices for imported medical supplies, while electricity, water, and cooking gas costs also increased. As a result, despite further inflation easing in 2025, everyday expenses remain elevated for many households.

To address these pressures, the meeting reviewed the implementation of the 2025 Monetary Plan and discussed policy priorities for 2026, focusing on strengthening monetary management, maintaining financial stability, and supporting national economic objectives.

MEXC 2025 Growth Exceeds 130%, Anchored by $1B+ in User Savings from Zero-Fee Trading

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, the fastest-growing global cryptocurrency exchange, redefining a user-first approach to digital assets through true, zero-fee trading today released its 2025 Annual Report. The document outlines a year of intentional transformation, where MEXC evolved from a high-volume platform into a guardian of market integrity, anchored by its foundational commitment to zero-fee trading.

MEXC 2025 Growth Exceeds 130%, Anchored by $1B+ in User Savings from Zero-Fee Trading
MEXC 2025 Growth Exceeds 130%, Anchored by $1B+ in User Savings from Zero-Fee Trading

Against a backdrop of industry volatility and heightened security threats, MEXC delivered robust growth in 2025, with futures and spot trading volumes each surging over 130% year-over-year. The exchange served 40 million users and listed 2,287 high-potential projects through its disciplined, list-first approach, distributing over $42.6 million in user rewards.

This performance was powered by MEXC’s foundational zero-fee trading strategy, which enabled users to save 1.1 billion USDT in trading fees — an average saving of 320 USDT per user across more than 3,000 spot and futures trading pairs.

In parallel, MEXC engineered a new standard of verifiable trust, introducing monthly Proof of Reserves audits by Hacken, a $100 million Guardian Fund for user protection, and independent third-party oversight of risk controls.

“MEXC has lowered trading barriers through its 0 fee strategy, delivering a measurable impact of more than one billion dollars in improved capital efficiency for our users,” said Vugar Usi, Chief Operating Officer of MEXC. “This is not a promotion. It is the foundation of how we operate. In 2026, we will extend this approach beyond crypto as we move into tokenized equities, commodities, and real-world assets.”

This strategic expansion is supported by the launch of the MEXC Fund, a $30 million ecosystem investment initiative, and the reinforcement of zero-fee trading as a permanent structural commitment across an expanding multi-asset platform.

MEXC is moving beyond the traditional exchange model to become a seamless gateway to the tokenized future — where markets are accessed with transparency, efficiency, and unwavering trust.

The full 2025 Annual Report is available here.
To see the key moments that defined this record year in action, watch the MEXC 2025 Recap Video here.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto.” Serving over 40 million users across 170+ countries and regions, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

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Aphranel Convenes Cadaver Dissection Class in Thailand Successfully

BANGKOK, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The inaugural “Moyom Biotech • Aphranel Global Expert Advisory Panel • Thailand Anatomy Exchange Conference” was successfully convened in Thailand. This high-level forum gathered leading experts from multiple Asia-Pacific countries.

Through this concentrated academic dialogue, Aphranel reaffirmed to the industry a clear guiding principle: to return aesthetic medicine to its medical foundation and to safeguard the safe application of regenerative materials through meticulous anatomical science.

Dialogue Between Chinese and International Experts Explores “Regeneration”

The significance of regenerative materials extends beyond composition—it reflects a deep understanding of human anatomy. Using detailed specimens and high-definition imaging, a Chinese–Thai expert team led by Professor Luo Shengkang from Guangdong Second Provincial General Hospital conducted a layer-by-layer study of facial anatomy.

Their analysis of tissue planes, ligaments, and vasculature revealed how Calcium Hydroxylapatite (CaHA) functions as a “collagen-initiating scaffold” within specific anatomical layers.

Dr. Benrita from Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, provided an international perspective, revealing the application logic and evolving trends of regenerative materials across different ethnicities and aesthetic systems. The convergence of Eastern and Western viewpoints elevated the concept of “regeneration” beyond mere technique, advancing it to the construction of holistic medical aesthetics.

A panellist speaks at the Thailand Anatomy Exchange Meeting
A panellist speaks at the Thailand Anatomy Exchange Meeting

Pooling Global Expertise, the MagiC Concept Sets Sail

A major highlight of the conference was the launch of the MagiC Concept Global Expert Advisory Panel, an academic community in regenerative medicine founded by Aphranel and leading global scholars. Dedicated to advancing anatomy-based injection protocols, clinical solutions, and efficacy evaluation systems, the panel aims to enhance the safety, precision, and predictability of regenerative medical practice.

True regeneration is far more than simply stimulating collagen production. It is about reactivating the skin’s inherent repair mechanisms through the synergy of material science and clinical technique, achieving a renewal of both tissue function and aesthetic form. As a domestically originated and researched regenerative product, Aphranel has consistently championed this philosophy.

From laboratory research to clinical validation, and from physician education to patient communication, Aphranel has remained steadfast in its original commitment of “Research for Medicine, Medicine for Aesthetics.” The company is dedicated to long-term academic development and ecosystem cultivation.

The launch of the MagiC Concept Global Expert Advisory Panel marks a new phase of global collaboration for Aphranel, driving deeper research in regenerative material science, professional development, and the advancement of regenerative aesthetic medicine in China.

The UAE FoodTech Challenge 2026 Winners to Join National Agri-Tech Ecosystem and Support Global Food Security

  • Global agri-food innovation competition names four winning startups during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
  • HyveGeo, Permia Sensing, Flybox, and Akorn Technology to share USD 2 million to pilot and scale solutions in the UAE and the Global South.

ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The third edition of the UAE FoodTech Challenge, a global competition that identifies and scales the world’s most promising agri-tech innovations, concluded at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week with the announcement of four winning startups:

The UAE FoodTech Challenge 2026 Winners to Join National Agri-Tech Ecosystem and Support Global Food Security
The UAE FoodTech Challenge 2026 Winners to Join National Agri-Tech Ecosystem and Support Global Food Security

Category: Climate-Smart Food Production

  • Permia Sensing uses AI, bioacoustic sensors and drone imaging to monitor tree health. Already covering over 15,000 hectares of palm plantations in Sri Lanka, the technology offers early detection of stress factors, such as dehydration and pest infestations, enabling farmers to boost yields and reduce waste. They now plan to work with local partners to finesse and localize their solution for the UAE and scale its application across the Middle East.
  • HyveGeo turns agricultural waste into a carbon-rich biochar, then enriches it with microbes to create a high-performance soil enhancer. This circular, nature-based approach is already being used by farmers and landscape managers across the UAE, transforming arid, desert soil into fertile, arable land. As winners, they plan to expand their research and launch pilots in markets across the Global South.

Category: Food Loss & Waste Reduction

  • Akorn Technology produces a natural, edible coating for fruit and vegetables, including a vegetable protein to slow ripening, a wax to reduce moisture loss, and a vegetable oil to maintain color. Their solution is already being used in Egypt and Ghana to extend the shelf life of produce and cut post-harvest losses, and will now be optimized for use in the UAE and arid environments across the region.
  • Flybox uses black soldier fly larvae to convert agricultural byproducts into high-quality protein and fertilizer, while reducing waste sent to landfill. Housed in shipping containers, their off-grid, low-cost solution is currently being used in Uganda, Kenya and Nigeria, and will now launch in the UAE, with plans for working with local waste management partners to deploy at scale.

From an initial pool of 1,215 submissions from 113 countries, ten finalists advanced to the final stage of the competition, presenting their solutions in live pitches to an international judging panel comprising senior leaders and experts in food systems, sustainability, investment, and international development. Following evaluation, the four winning startups were announced during an awards ceremony on the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week main stage.

Rima Al Mokarrab, Chair of Tamkeen and Co-Chair of the FoodTech Challenge, remarked:

“Building resilient and secure food systems is central to the UAE’s long-term vision for a prosperous future. The latest winners of the UAE FoodTech Challenge now join a growing community of past awardees, who have since raised over USD 48 million in follow-on funding and launched more than 50 pilot projects across the UAE and other markets. As they begin this next phase of their journey, support from our network of partners and UAE’s world-class innovation ecosystem will serve as a launchpad for their solutions, enabling them to contribute to more resilient and sustainable food systems in the UAE, the global south, and worldwide.”

The four teams will share a USD 2 million prize and will be invited to scale their solutions in the UAE, where they will receive tailored in-kind support, including pilot opportunities, access to research facilities, market-entry guidance, mentorship, and investor introductions through an extensive network of local and international partners. From this base, the winners will work to deploy and scale their solutions across key markets in the Global South, supporting more resilient and sustainable food systems.

Fatema Almulla, Senior Specialist Development, International Affairs Office at the UAE Presidential Court, said:

“The UAE plays a leading role in international development, with agricultural innovation central to its global engagement. Through the UAE FoodTech Challenge, winning startups are embedded within a proven development ecosystem; where advanced technologies, policy leadership, and global expertise come together to accelerate solutions from pilot to scale. This is how innovation is translated into measurable impact, from the UAE to climate-vulnerable regions worldwide.”

This year’s FoodTech Challenge is organized by the International Affairs Office at the UAE Presidential Court and Tamkeen, in partnership with the Gates Foundation, ne’ma (The National Food Loss and Waste Initiative), and Silal. The finalist cohort represents a diverse range of approaches to food system innovation, including advanced technologies for post-harvest preservation, waste-to-value conversion, precision agriculture, and resource-efficient food production.

Shelly Sundberg, Deputy Director of Adaptive and Equitable Food Systems at the Gates Foundation, said:

The UAE FoodTech Challenge plays an important role in advancing practical, scalable, and accessible solutions that can strengthen food security across underserved and climate-vulnerable populations. At the Gates Foundation, we are proud to support initiatives that translate innovation into real-world impact, helping food systems reduce loss, improve sustainability, and expand access to safe, affordable and nutritious food. These are essential to building more resilient food systems in the face of climate and economic pressures.” 

Khuloud Nowais, Chief Sustainability Officer at Emirates Foundation and Secretary General of the ne’ma Steering Committee, said: 

“Seeing the caliber of this year’s winners and the diversity of their solutions has been truly inspiring. As a judge, it has been encouraging to witness the growing sophistication of solutions that address food loss and waste challenges. At ne’ma, we are proud to support initiatives that turn ideas into actionable, lasting impact for food systems.” 

The UAE FoodTech Challenge identifies and accelerates agri-food technology solutions that boost food production and reduce food loss and waste in arid and increasingly climate-stressed environments. Attracting technology-driven innovations that can be refined in the UAE and scaled internationally, the competition directly supports the UAE’s long-term food security ambitions and contributes to global food system resilience.

To learn more about the FoodTech Challenge, visit: www.foodtechchallenge.com

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FLAsia 2026, Asia’s Leading Franchising and Licensing Show, Returns with New Vision at the Helm


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 January 2026 – Franchising & Licensing Asia (FLAsia), Asia’s leading franchising and licensing trade event, will return from 13–15 August 2026 at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore.

Organised by MP Singapore, and presented by the Franchising & Licensing Association (Singapore), FLAsia 2026 marks a new chapter for the long-running industry event as it enters its 21st edition under a new organiser partnership. The appointment of MP Singapore brings expanded regional reach, deeper industry engagement and a strengthened focus on business outcomes for exhibitors and visitors across Asia.

FLAsia 2026 is expected to welcome more than 7,000 trade visitors and over 250 exhibiting brands from franchising, licensing, character IP, retail concepts and emerging business models. The event will continue to serve as a central marketplace for brand owners, franchisors, licensors, investors and entrepreneurs to connect, explore partnerships and identify expansion opportunities across regional and international markets.

Building on the momentum from previous edition, the Brand Licensing Village will return in 2026. The dedicated zone will spotlight locally developed intellectual property that has already been successfully commercialised, offering visitors a focused platform to discover market-ready IP, connect with licensing experts and explore collaboration opportunities across categories. The Licensing Village reinforces FLAsia’s role in supporting IP growth and brand extension within the region’s licensing ecosystem.

On the franchising front, the Chinese Franchise Conference will make a return, reflecting continued interest from Chinese brands and investors seeking expansion opportunities across Southeast Asia and beyond. Curated in collaboration with key industry stakeholders, the conference will provide targeted insights, market perspectives and networking opportunities for Chinese franchise brands and regional partners.

FLAsia 2026 will also feature international pavilions and brand participation from key markets, with brands from Korea, Thailand and other regional economies expected to be present, further strengthening the show’s international profile. Alongside the exhibition showcase, the event will include curated business sessions, industry sharing, talent and career touchpoints, and dedicated zones highlighting innovation, IP development and brand growth, reinforcing FLAsia’s position as a leading gateway for franchising and licensing opportunities in Asia.

“Partnering with MP Singapore marks a dynamic leap forward for FLAsia. Together, we’re amplifying the event’s influence and reach, ensuring the franchising and licensing community thrives as the industry surges across Asia.” Mr Gan Shee Wen, President, Franchising & Licensing Association (Singapore).

“FLAsia is a well-established platform with strong industry trust, and we are pleased to be organising the event for the first time. By leveraging on MP’s global network, we will connect brands, partners and stakeholders in a way that will foster an environment that encourages collaboration, supports quality participation and drives tangible outcomes for both exhibitors and visitors. We are excited to grow FLAsia alongside the industry in the years ahead.” Jason Ng, Managing Director of MP Group.

Franchising & Licensing Asia has, over the years, established itself as a key business platform for brands seeking growth, market entry and partnership opportunities in Asia. With Singapore as its springboard, the event continues to attract regional and international participation, reinforcing its role as a gateway to Asian markets.

More information about FLAsia 2026 can be found at www.franchiselicenseasia.com.

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About FLAsia

– 21st Edition – Asia’s leading marketplace for franchising and licensing, FLAsia brings together reputable brand owners, business leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs to create a dynamic platform for accelerating business growth, expanding professional networks, and increasing brand visibility across the vibrant Asian market.​ ​FLAsia provides the chance for exhibitors to showcase unique business concepts, engage in face-to-face meetings with high quality visitors and create meaningful business connections.​ ​Visitors get to connect directly with brand owners, franchisors, licensors, industry experts, and like-minded leaders, attend insightful conferences, and access high quality business opportunities.​

About Franchising and Licensing Association (Singapore)

, one of the founding members of the World Franchise Council, was established in 1993 with the mission to nurture and develop Singapore’s franchising industry. An essential component of Singapore’s knowledge-based economy, FLA Singapore promotes and facilitates the use of franchising, licensing and branding as a growth strategy for Singapore enterprises, thus contributing to turning Singapore into a regional franchise and license hub.

Through its partnership with Singapore government agencies and international franchise and license bodies, FLA Singapore also assists its members in their international development programmes. With an active growing membership of close to 150 companies, representing more than 250 strong brands, FLA (Singapore) is led and managed by a dedicated team of advisors, committee members and a full-time secretariat with the goal of supporting Singapore companies to expand internationally.

About MP Singapore

The is a global full-service agency that specialises in connecting and building eco-systems, industry engagement, events management and marketing. Established since 1987, MP embodies more than a quarter century of event building, marketing and management experience in both Eastern and Western cultures, practices, and business philosophies. We bring world-class talent, industry expertise, and incredible enthusiasm into the design and management of extraordinary online-to-offline experiences for your organisation.

MP is part of Pico Group, a global group of agencies specialising in engaging people, creating experiences and activating brands for businesses, institutions and governments. As part of the Pico group, MP has unlimited access to a wide network of industry contacts and resources. Pico Far East Holdings has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1992.

Ericsson announces proposed headcount reduction in Sweden

STOCKHOLM, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today announces proposed staff reductions in Sweden as part of measures aimed at ensuring the Company’s competitive position.

The proposed staff reduction is part of global initiatives to improve cost position while maintaining investments critical to Ericsson’s technology leadership and the execution of the strategy to deliver high-performing, programmable networks that enable differentiated services and new monetization opportunities.

Initiatives to increase operational efficiency will continue across the Group but will not be announced separately. 

Ericsson has submitted a notice to the Swedish Public Employment Service. Approximately 1.600 positions could be impacted in Sweden. The Company has initiated negotiations with the relevant Swedish trade unions.

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DataMesh Launches DataMesh Robotics to Enable Industrial Embodied AI Training with Executable Digital Twins

SINGAPORE, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DataMesh, a leading digital twin and spatial intelligence technology provider, today announced the launch of DataMesh Robotics, an embodied AI data product solution designed for industrial and facilities scenarios. Built on an Executable Industrial Digital Twin, the solution enables robot OEMs and robotics application teams to train, validate, and evaluate embodied AI systems using dynamic industrial environments, industrial-grade synthetic data, and configurable task objectives and reward signals.

As embodied AI moves from research environments into real industrial operations, robotics teams face a growing gap between static simulation worlds and real-world industrial complexity. Industrial tasks unfold over time, follow strict process logic, and are governed by safety constraints, events, and business rules. DataMesh Robotics addresses this gap by enabling training in an industrial world that can run, evolve, and react — not just be visualized.

“At the heart of industrial embodied AI is the need for a training world that changes like the real world,” said Jie Li, CEO of DataMesh. “We go beyond industrial-grade scenes and synthetic data by making the environment executable — so processes evolve, events are triggered, and task objectives become explicit and measurable. DataMesh Robotics aims to become the industrial training environment and data engine for robotics teams.”

From Static Digital Twins to Executable Industrial Environments

Many digital twin solutions today focus on static 3D visualization with real-time data overlays. While effective for monitoring and presentation, such environments are difficult to use for embodied AI training, where robots must operate within changing processes and sequences of constrained actions.

DataMesh’s core capability lies in its Executable Digital Twin, built on the DataMesh FactVerse platform. In this environment:

  • Industrial objects can move and interact
  • Processes such as manufacturing, inspection, and maintenance can evolve over time
  • Events such as alarms, state changes, and task transitions can be triggered
  • Business logic and behavior rules can execute during runtime

This dynamic simulation capability enables DataMesh Robotics to generate training data and task feedback that more closely reflects real industrial operating conditions, supporting multi-step tasks with safety constraints and partial observability.

Industrial-Grade Synthetic Data and Task-Oriented Training

DataMesh Robotics provides an end-to-end capability stack covering industrial scene modeling, physical simulation, and scalable synthetic data production. The solution supports multimodal data generation and automated ground-truth labeling for robotics perception, navigation, and manipulation tasks, while also outputting non-visual variables such as process states and operational conditions.

A key focus of DataMesh Robotics is addressing one of the hardest challenges in industrial embodied AI: defining task objectives and reward signals. Industrial tasks often involve strict tolerances, sequential workflows, and safety requirements, making reward design complex and error-prone. DataMesh Robotics offers a configuration-driven approach to defining goals, success conditions, and reward structures, enabling clearer training objectives and more stable learning.

Designed for Integration with Mainstream Robotics Ecosystems

DataMesh Robotics is designed to integrate with modern robotics simulation and training stacks. It supports exporting industrial digital twin assets and data to environments such as NVIDIA Isaac Sim and Omniverse, and fits into enterprise robotics R&D and deployment workflows. The solution supports on-premises, private cloud, and hybrid deployments, with enterprise-grade governance.

DataMesh has been recognized by Gartner® in multiple research reports on Intelligent Simulation, where it was listed as a Tech Innovator and Sample Vendor, reflecting its continued investment in intelligent simulation and spatial digital twin technologies.

Industrial-First Focus and Pilot Programs

DataMesh Robotics primarily serves robot OEMs and robotics application teams working on industrial use cases, including workstation operations, navigation in factories and warehouses, facility inspection and maintenance, and operations in hazardous or restricted environments.

The solution has completed prototype validation and is currently running pilot projects with enterprise partners, including telecom operators and data labeling providers. DataMesh plans to continue expanding its industrial asset library, task templates, and ecosystem integrations.

About DataMesh

DataMesh is a digital twin and spatial intelligence technology provider focused on industrial and facilities management scenarios. Based on the DataMesh FactVerse platform, DataMesh helps enterprises improve operational efficiency and safety through reproducible digital capabilities. DataMesh Robotics is a data product solution launched for the era of embodied AI, providing industrial-grade environments, data, and task definition capabilities built on an executable industrial digital twin.
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Advancing Sustainable Education at Saint Columba Anglican School with Sungrow

PORT MACQUARIE, Australia, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the leading global PV inverter and energy storage system provider, has supported the delivery of a 300kW commercial solar upgrade at Saint Columba Anglican School (SCAS) in Port Macquarie. Delivered in partnership with local installer MNC Solar Power, the project replaced an ageing 100kW system with a high-capacity solar solution designed to reduce electricity costs, improve energy efficiency, and strengthen the school’s long-term sustainability commitments.

Powering Education Saint Columba Anglican School Case Study
Powering Education Saint Columba Anglican School Case Study

 

320kW Commercial Solar Upgrade
320kW Commercial Solar Upgrade

  • Four-Year Payback: Sungrow Delivers Long-Term Solution for SCAS

Schools like SCAS face increasing energy demands and rising electricity costs. As a large educational campus with multiple buildings and high daytime energy demand, SCAS required a scalable and efficient solar solution capable of maximising on-site energy consumption. The upgrade enables the school to significantly offset grid electricity use and achieve long-term operational savings, with an estimated payback period of approximately four years.

“We’ll be able to offset the upfront capital costs within around four years. That means ongoing savings for the school, which helps take pressure off our operating expenses and allows us to continue delivering a great education for our students without rising electricity costs,” said Steve Mitchell, Business Manager, Saint Columba Anglican School.

  • Sungrow Technology Leads with Intelligent, Distance–Free Solar Networking

The newly installed system integrates three Sungrow 110 kW commercial inverters with 708 high–efficiency Canadian Solar 440 W panels.

“While using Modbus as the protocol, the system employs a logger-based wireless casading technology, the inverters will be connected via the school’s existing wireless network, enabling intelligent load sharing across multiple buildings without the distance limitations or complexity of traditional cabling.” said Young, Technical Service Manager, Sungrow.

This advanced system architecture enables more than 300 kW of solar generation to be dynamically balanced across distribution boards, ensuring optimal energy utilisation, enhanced system flexibility, and significantly reduced reliance on grid power.

  • Real-Time Monitoring and Educational Opportunities for Students

Aside from system flexibility, the upgrade also provides SCAS with real–time energy monitoring through the iSolarCloud platform. Steve Mitchell highlights the immediate benefit: “We’ve now got data at our fingertips. We can log into the dashboard and see how much electricity the panels are generating, what we’re consuming, and what’s being exported to the grid.” The platform serves as a valuable educational tool, giving students and teachers real–world insights into energy generation and consumption.

  • A Seamless and Safe Installation Experience

The successful delivery of the project reflects the strong collaboration between Sungrow and MNC Solar Power, a trusted Mid North Coast installer with more than 30 years of industry experience. Sungrow’s direct technical support ensured a smooth and safe installation process during the school holiday period, with no disruptions to school operations.

This project demonstrates how Sungrow’s leading commercial inverter solutions, combined with strong local partnerships, can deliver reliable and scalable solar systems for complex environments such as educational campuses. By enabling smarter energy management and real-time performance insights, Sungrow continues to support educational institutions and business in accelerating their transition to clean, efficient, and cost-effective energy.

About MNC Solar Power

MNC Solar Power is a Port Macquarie based solar battery specialist with over 30 years of combined industry experience. Serving Port Macquarie, Taree, and Kempsey, MNC Solar Power understands Mid–North Coast conditions and designs residential and commercial systems for maximum performance and long–term savings. With a strong focus on customer service, MNC Solar Power provides clear guidance from consultation to ongoing support. They install only premium products, including CanadianSolar panels and Sungrow inverters, ensuring durable, high–output systems built to last 20+ years.

About Sungrow

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world’s most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we’re committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com/en.

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