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Segway Brings Together Leading Global Key Partners to Shape the Future of Micro Mobility

CHANGZHOU, China, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Segway, a global leader in micro-mobility, powersports, and consumer robotics, successfully hosted the 2025 Segway Micro Mobility Global Key Partners Conference on September 18–19 at its flagship factory in Changzhou, China. Under the theme “Lead the Ride, Shape the Future”, the event brought together leading distributors and retail partners from across the globe to strengthen strategic collaboration, showcase breakthrough innovations, and explore new growth opportunities in the fast-evolving micro-mobility industry.

The two-day conference highlighted Segway’s unwavering commitment to pioneering sustainable, smart transportation solutions. Guests were invited to experience the company’s latest electric kick-scooters, electric bikes, and specialized SSV and UTV models, while also touring Segway’s intelligent factory, R&D laboratories, and experience stores. These immersive activities offered partners firsthand insight into the company’s world-class research, manufacturing, quality control, and retail capabilities.

“We always placing user needs at the center of innovation. Our clear goal is to deliver safer, smarter, and more comfortable products through continuous technological advancement,” commented by Vincent Chen, President of Segway-Ninebot.

“Today, our diversified product matrix spans multiple scenarios, from the high-performance GT series and long-range flagship Max G series, to the ZT series designed for complex terrains, and the F and E series tailored for everyday urban commuting,” said Chen.

By sharing best practices, exchanging insights, and exploring consumer needs, the company and its partners are laying the foundation for long-term collaboration and mutual growth.

“We are confident in supporting our dealer partners, driving regional growth together, and building a win–win business ecosystem,” said Johnny Zhang, CMO of Micro-Mobility, Segway. “Looking ahead, we will increase our marketing investments in key global markets to clearly convey our brand values of being Young, Reliable, Professional, and Innovative.”

For Segway-Ninebot, the Changzhou event underscored the importance of global cooperation and local market responsiveness in shaping the next chapter of micro-mobility. With its robust product roadmap and expanding partnerships, the company continues to chart a clear path toward a smarter, greener future of transportation.

About Segway

Segway transformed micromobility in 1999 with the revolutionary Personal Transporter, igniting global curiosity about the future of personal transportation. With a mission of “Simply Moving”, Segway is dedicated to simplifying how people and goods move, improving efficiency, and enhancing the overall experience of everyday life. Today, as the global leader in micromobility solutions, Segway’s offerings have evolved far beyond its origins. From e-kickscooters and GoKarts to e-bikes, powersports vehicles, and personal robots, Segway is pioneering the future of mobility with breakthrough technology, delivering innovative products that redefine the way we move.

For more information, please visit https://www.segway.com

Eaton and Westcon-Comstor Malaysia partner to enhance power quality for customers

Strategic partnership will enhance Comstor’s compute solutions portfolio and allow Eaton to seamlessly deliver power quality solutions to Malaysian customers

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Eaton, an Intelligent power management company, and Westcon-Comstor, a global technology provider and specialist distributor, today announced a strategic distribution partnership in Malaysia.

The partnership will enable Westcon-Comstor’s Cisco-focused Comstor arm to distribute Eaton’s Power Quality (PQ) portfolio, focusing on Distributed Power Quality (DPQ) products, to Malaysian customers.

Left: Chan Jian Wen, Country Manager, Eaton Malaysia; Right: Wayne Chong, Country Manager, Comstor Malaysia
Left: Chan Jian Wen, Country Manager, Eaton Malaysia; Right: Wayne Chong, Country Manager, Comstor Malaysia

The partnership will strengthen Eaton’s distribution network in Malaysia and allow both companies to better serve large enterprise customers and project-driven opportunities, where business continuity and power resilience are mission-critical. It will also expand Comstor’s compute solutions portfolio, reinforcing the company’s commitment to deliver complete, efficient, and sustainable IT solutions.

In addition, Comstor will offer Eaton’s server racks, a vital component in modern data centre and compute environments. Engineered for versatile configuration and efficient thermal management, the server racks enable businesses to achieve significant energy savings and contribute to broader sustainability goals.

“This partnership with Eaton is a key strategic move for Comstor Malaysia,” said Wayne Chong, Country Manager, Comstor Malaysia. “Eaton’s Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) product range helps businesses unlock a new level of reliable and efficient power. By integrating Eaton into our compute solutions portfolio, we’re helping our partners and customers reduce energy consumption while enhancing operational performance. Coupled with our deep market expertise, regional presence, and solution-centric approach, I look forward to seeing where this partnership will bring us in the coming year and beyond.”

“The appointment of Westcon-Comstor reflects Eaton’s commitment to strengthening our channel network in Malaysia and delivering best-in-class power quality solutions to our customers,” said Chan Jian Wen, Country Manager, Eaton Malaysia. “Leveraging Comstor’s deep expertise in enterprise IT and infrastructure, we can ensure stock readiness to support faster delivery cycles for our DPQ products. The partnership will allow us to provide customers with a seamless experience from design and consultation, through to deployment and ongoing support, by offering end-to-end solutions.”

This collaboration will increase price competitiveness and access to Eaton’s best-in-class power quality solutions for Malaysian businesses. The partnership with Eaton also aligns with Westcon-Comstor’s Responsible Business strategy, which aims to put three main pillars; people, planet and communities first for a brighter future.

About Eaton
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come. 

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of nearly $25 billion in 2024, the company serves customers in more than 160 countries. Eaton entered the Asia-Pacific market during the 1970s and has grown significantly since then. Eaton moved its Asia-Pacific headquarters from Hong Kong to Shanghai in 2004. Today, Eaton has nearly 18,000 employees and 33 manufacturing facilities in the Asia-Pacific region.

For more information, visit www.eaton.com. Follow us on LinkedIn

First Mold is Moving its Prototype Division and Expanding Production Capacity

First Mold, an injection molding and rapid tooling specialist, is moving its prototype division closer to its Gangkou Industrial Park facility to solve problems related to production inefficiencies.

ZHONGSHAN, China, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — First Mold is a leader in precision plastic parts manufacturing and rapid prototyping in China. In 2010, the company opened its Dongsheng facility, which is 13.5 kilometers (approx. 8.4 miles) from the First Mold Industrial Park in Gangkou Town. This separating distance has created operational inefficiencies like equipment deployment delays and longer technician commutes.

Closing this distance will boost CNC utilization by 90% and create space for new injection molding machines that will help the company increase its production capacity by 10%. For First Mold’s clients, this will mean faster cycle time and 5-8% cost reduction.

“The CNC machines in both the new industrial park in Gangkou and the old factory are responsible for both rapid prototyping and rapid tooling projects,” said General Manager James Li. “This was a decision made to maximize the efficiency of the machines’ work. Technicians sometimes have to commute over 25 kilometers to coordinate production. This invariably results in a lot of wasted labor hours each year.”

Key impacts of First Mold’s strategic reorganization

To achieve its strategic reorganization, First Mold has leased a new building that sits on over 64,500 square feet. The new facility is only 0.8 kilometers (approx. 0.5 miles) from the newly constructed First Mold Industrial Park. Moving to the new facility will lead to the centralization of over 60 CNC machines and 20+ 3D printing machines previously spread between the two facilities.

“Relocation is not the purpose; reorganization of manufacturing logic is the essence.” James Li said the new layout will bring the technical team’s commuting time to zero and achieve equipment deployment time compression of 80%. “The goal is to increase the CNC utilization rate to more than 90%.”

First Mold will close the Dongsheng facility and invest in new equipment, including JSW, GF+, Haitian, and other brands, to increase its monthly production capacity of precision injection molded parts.

About First Mold

First Mold was founded in 2010 and has its headquarters in Zhongshan, China. The company specializes in rapid prototyping, precision rapid tooling, and injection molding with China and Mexico dual base.

Business Contact: Christine Hong, Christine.hong@firstmold.com +86-13726029355

Huawei and Zhongshan Hospital Launch a Global Showcase for Healthcare Intelligence


SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2025 – During HUAWEI CONNECT 2025, Huawei and Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University (Zhongshan Hospital in short) officially launched a global showcase for intelligent healthcare.

Launch of the Zhongshan Hospital Intelligent Healthcare Global Showcase
Launch of the Zhongshan Hospital Intelligent Healthcare Global Showcase

Shi Yinghong, Vice President of Zhongshan Hospital; Sean Zhou, Co-CEO of United Imaging Intelligence; and Li Junfeng, Vice President of Huawei and CEO of the Global Public Sector BU, jointly participated in the launch of the global showcase.

As the saying goes, “To do a good job, one must first sharpen their tools.” To build a smart hospital that meets the high standards and expectations of the people, Zhongshan Hospital has partnered with Huawei to co-develop a new healthcare service ecosystem, focusing on an integrated smart foundation, and scenario-based solutions.

On the scenario side, leveraging Huawei’s joint innovations with partners, including smart hospital campuses and smart medical technology, Zhongshan Hospital has progressively implemented 8 core and 24 extended intelligent healthcare scenarios. This allows for intelligent operations across 1 main and 9 branch campuses, along with coordinated medical technology and research efforts, supporting scientific innovation in over 40 major disease areas. In the radiology department, AI assists physicians with image annotation, analysis, and report generation, boosting diagnostic efficiency by 50%.

In her remarks, Gu Jianying, Party Secretary of Zhongshan Hospital, emphasized that empowered by cutting-edge technologies such as advanced computing, storage, and large-scale AI models, Zhongshan Hospital will continue to drive the demonstration and dissemination of innovative medical technologies across the healthcare landscape.

Sean Zhou, Co-CEO of United Imaging Intelligence, shared that leveraging the foundation of the company’s uAI NEXUS model, six specialized healthcare agents have already been deployed at Zhongshan Hospital. These include agents for radiology, surgical procedures, and quality control management, among others. Together, they help the hospital deliver equitable, high-quality, and efficient healthcare services.

Li Junfeng, Vice President of Huawei and CEO of the Global Public Sector BU, stated that with the empowerment of AI, the healthcare industry is rapidly entering a new era of intelligent and personalized experiences. Huawei remains committed to advancing foundational technologies and continuously innovating scenario-based solutions. Through this effort, Huawei supports Zhongshan Hospital in building a globally leading model of intelligent healthcare, bringing China’s cutting-edge healthcare innovations to the international stage.
Hashtag: #Huawei

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PixVerse Debuts at Busan ACFM with Ten AI Films and Global AI Boot Camp

BUSAN, South Korea, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PixVerse, a leading AI video platform, recently made its debut at Busan ACFM•InnoAsia, presenting ten AI-powered films and launching its first AI Boot Camp in the festival’s InnoAsia section. The initiative showcases how AI can empower filmmakers while complementing traditional storytelling, offering creative tools without replacing artistic vision.

Ten Films Selected Worldwide 

From the “PixVerse AI Film Global Submission: Showcase Your Work to Busan“, ten projects were chosen for screening, including The Bricks, Kiyosumi Shirakawa, Me, Soul Matters, and YEIPHO. Themes range from a poetic short on life in a nursing home, to experimental blends of live-action and AI, to a sci-fi exploration of human and machine consciousness.

Creators hailed from countries including Italy, Portugal, China, with both film industry professionals and first-time storytellers. Each used PixVerse to bring their ideas from concept to screen. Selected filmmakers attended BIFF for screenings, discussions, and industry networking.

AI Boot Camp at ACFM 

During the Asian Contents & Film Market, PixVerse hosted its inaugural AI Boot Camp, attracting over 90 directors, producers, and emerging creators. engaged in hands-on sessions covering multimodal content creation, including cinematic camera motion simulation, character replacement, multi-frame sequencing, and synchronized audio integration.

A Platform for Empowerment 

PixVerse has surpassed 100 million users globally, including the fast-growing South Korea market. Its technology allows rapid video generation—from 360p shorts to cinematic 4K clips—while respecting intellectual property and supporting professional workflows. Advertising agencies, VFX studios, indie filmmakers, and content creators use PixVerse to enhance production efficiency, complete missing shots, and explore new creative possibilities.

Earlier in August, PixVerse V5 and the Agent creation assistant were released, offering cinematic camera control, multi-frame continuity, and realistic outputs. According to independent testing by Artificial Analysis, PixVerse V5 ranked first in image-to-video benchmarks, while PixVerse was also listed 25th on a16z’s Top 50 Generative AI Consumer Apps.

Pixverse Booth at Busan ACFM·InnoAsia
Pixverse Booth at Busan ACFM·InnoAsia

AI as a Partner, Not a Replacement

By combining large-scale video generation models with the PixVerse API, studios and creators can streamline workflows, reduce production costs, accelerate timelines, and mitigate distribution risks. Co-creation programs, technical support, festival exposure, and creator resources foster innovation and expand storytelling possibilities.

About PixVerse:

PixVerse is a generative AI video platform that is transforming the way digital content is created.

For more information visit: https://pixverse.ai/

Contact for the press Enna Jin
media@pixverse.ai 

2025 World Manufacturing Convention Scheduled for September 20-23 in Hefei, Anhui

HEFEI, China, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The World Manufacturing Convention (WMC) is an internationally recognized gathering endorsed by the State Council to advance China’s diplomatic initiatives and promote Anhui’s outreach and collaboration with global stakeholders. Scheduled for September 20–23 in Hefei, Anhui Province, this year’s convention will focus on the theme “Intelligent Manufacturing for a Better Future”. Slovakia will participate as the Guest Country of Honor, while Henan Province will serve as the Guest Province of Honor, designations highlighting their special role in this year’s program. Key activities will include an opening ceremony, keynote sessions, major investment matchmaking sessions, an exhibition showcasing manufacturing achievements under the 14th Five-Year Plan, business and supply chain networking events, and press briefings.

2025 World Manufacturing Convention (WMC)
2025 World Manufacturing Convention (WMC)

A series of official reports, including the 2025 Top 500 Chinese Manufacturing Enterprises, the Development Report on Ten Key Areas in Building a Manufacturing Powerhouse, and the Digital Transformation Capability Level of Manufacturing Industry (2025), will be unveiled at the event. These publications will provide insight into China’s approaches and perspectives on advancing global manufacturing. The convention is structured around four flagship events, six investment matchmaking sessions, and 23 specialized programs. Ten comprehensive exhibition zones will showcase national and provincial achievements under the current Five-Year Plan, illustrating progress across multiple areas. 

Active participation and community engagement remain central to the World Manufacturing Convention. This year’s event will highlight Anhui’s “6178” modern industrial framework—comprising six core industries, ten strategic growth sectors, seven emerging fields, and eight high-value service industries. The convention aims to strengthen international cooperation and investment opportunities, while also supporting modernization of traditional industries, expansion of new industry clusters, and development of next-generation technologies. To date, 932 preliminary agreements have been reached, with an anticipated investment value of RMB 424.6 billion, demonstrating a strong commitment to practical cooperation and measurable results. 

WuXi Biologics Selected as Constituent of FTSE4Good Index Series for Fifth Consecutive Year

SHANGHAI, Sept. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), today announced it has been selected as a constituent company of the FTSE4Good Index Series, marking the fifth consecutive year the company has been recognized by FTSE Russell for outstanding sustainability performance.

The FTSE4Good Index Series, launched in 2001 by FTSE Russell (now part of the London Stock Exchange Group), is a family of equity indices designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. The Series serves as a benchmark for investors seeking to align their portfolios with sustainability goals.

Inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series is based on independent analysis of data from over 23 developed countries and 20 emerging countries. WuXi Biologics has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance in its FTSE Russell ESG ratings over the past five years, most specifically in the areas of corporate governance, anti-corruption, labor standards, and water security.

Dr. Chris Chen, CEO of WuXi Biologics and Chairman of its ESG Committee, commented, “We are very pleased to be selected again as a constituent of FTSE4Good Index Series, an acknowledgement that further inspires our steadfast dedication to driving sustainability. As a global leader in Green CRDMO, we consistently deliver ESG excellence, enable partners worldwide with end-to-end solutions, and work together with all stakeholders to promote sustainable practices.”

In line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, WuXi Biologics has been actively engaged with United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) to deliver positive impacts. Recently, the company’s new near-term and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions reduction target matrix has been approved by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Over the past few years, WuXi Biologics has earned widespread recognition for its dedicated efforts in sustainability. The company was awarded EcoVadis Platinum Medal; listed in Dow Jones Sustainability Indices; named to CDP Water Security “A List” and Supplier Engagement Assessment “A List”, and awarded a CDP Climate Change leadership-level “A-”  score; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company; listed in Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About FTSE4Good Index Series

Created by the global index and data provider FTSE Russell, the FTSE4Good Index Series is designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The FTSE4Good indexes are used by a wide variety of market participants to create and assess responsible investment funds and other products. 

FTSE Russell evaluations are based on performance in areas such as Corporate Governance, Health & Safety, Anti-Corruption and Climate Change.  Businesses included in the FTSE4Good Index Series meet a variety of environmental, social and governance criteria.

For more information, please visit: https://www.lseg.com/en/ftse-russell/indices/ftse4good.  

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany and Singapore, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2024, WuXi Biologics is supporting 817 integrated client projects, including 21 in commercial manufacturing (excluding COVID CMO projects).

WuXi Biologics regards sustainability as the cornerstone of long-term business growth. The company continuously drives green technology innovations to offer advanced end-to-end Green CRDMO solutions for its global partners while consistently achieving excellence in Environment, Social and Governance (ESG). Committed to creating shared value, it collaborates with all stakeholders to foster positive social and environmental impacts and promote responsible practices that empower the entire value chain.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com

Contacts

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Media
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Prudential report reveals ASEAN economic boost linked to life and health insurance growth

The “Beyond Coverage” study shows over 4 per cent GDP gains if insurance uptake increases by 50 per cent between 2023 and 2050


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2025 – Expanding insurance coverage could increase economic growth across six ASEAN countries, adding over 4 per cent to GDP in key markets between 2023 and 2050, according to a study titled “Beyond Coverage – The Social and Economic Impact of Insurance in ASEAN”, commissioned by Prudential plc (“Prudential”). This report highlights how insurance is not just a safety net, but a powerful driver of inclusive development and resilience.

The study, through a blend of qualitative analysis and quantitative econometric regression in partnership with PwC, evaluates the social and economic impact of insurance in six ASEAN countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. It highlights the crucial role of life insurance and non-life insurance (inclusive of health insurance) in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals and contributing to key factors of long-term economic growth, including labour force participation, capital deepening, and human capital development.

Using annual data from 1999 to 2019 for the six countries, quantitative modelling reveals that a 50 per cent increase in life insurance uptake by 2050 could see up to 5.1 per cent rise in GDP per capita and a 4.4 per cent growth in the total GDP in these countries. Similarly, a 50 per cent growth in non-life insurance coverage is projected to yield up to 3.1 per cent increase in GDP per capita and a 2.6 per cent increase in the total GDP in the six countries. These gains can be attributed to a more robust workforce and greater financial confidence.

Neil Moge, Group Chief Investment Officer at Prudential plc, said: “Insurance is a powerful catalyst for sustainable growth across ASEAN, underpinning the region’s journey toward resilience and prosperity. By delivering essential risk protection and fostering financial stability, insurers lay the groundwork for communities to flourish.

“Moreover, the industry’s ability to direct long-term capital into critical sectors, such as infrastructure and green energy, fuels economic advancement and social well-being. The continued expansion of insurance throughout ASEAN opens new horizons of opportunity, empowers inclusive development, and enables the entire region to thrive.”

Steven Chan, Group Chief Government Relations and Policy Officer at Prudential plc, said: “The study presents substantial opportunities for policymakers and industry leaders to capture the benefits of insurance.

“By sharing these findings, our goal is to provide further insights and initial policy recommendations in promoting sustainable and inclusive growth of the insurance industry. In the short term, priorities include implementing fiscal incentives such as tax deductions for insurance premiums and establishing supportive regulatory frameworks to capture the benefits of insurance. Long-term strategies focus on talent development and public-private partnerships to improve the insurance ecosystem and public awareness.”

Prudential is committed to continuing its work alongside other stakeholders in ASEAN to harness the power of a robust insurance sector, which is essential for fostering economic development and enhancing social welfare.

For more information on the study and its findings, please click here.Hashtag: #Prudential

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About Prudential plc

Prudential provides life and health insurance and asset management in Greater China, ASEAN, India and Africa. Prudential’s mission is to be the most trusted partner and protector for this generation and generations to come, by providing simple and accessible financial and health solutions. The business has dual primary listings on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (HKEX: 2378) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: PRU). It also has a secondary listing on the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX: K6S) and a listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: PUK) in the form of American Depositary Receipts. It is a constituent of the Hang Seng Composite Index and is also included for trading in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme and the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme.

Prudential is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential Financial, Inc. a company whose principal place of business is in the United States of America, nor with The Prudential Assurance Company Limited, a subsidiary of M&G plc, a company incorporated in the United Kingdom.