Introduces World’s First Integrated Sea–Air Low-Altitude Mobility Solution

SUZHOU, China, Nov. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AutoFlight Aviation Technology, a global leader in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) innovation, has unveiled the world’s first integrated sea–air solution for low-altitude mobility, combining a zero-carbon water vertiport with eVTOL aircraft to expand advanced air mobility infrastructure across rivers, lakes, and coastal zones. The solution helps move low-altitude aviation from concept to real-world deployment and supports five priority use cases: energy platform maintenance, emergency rescue, high-frequency commuter services, sea-air tourism, and networks of mobile water-based vertiports.

Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport, Rapidly Deployable Across Waterways

AutoFlight’s Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport functions as a floating vertiport and operations center. It integrates eVTOL landing platforms, photovoltaic charging and storage, intelligent dispatch, and communication systems, enabling fast deployment without land-based construction. Its fully electric design supports take-off, landing, and charging while enabling real-time coordination with eVTOLs.

The water vertiport is compatible with AutoFlight’s core models—including the industrial-grade White Shark, the 2-ton-class cargo model CarryAll, and the six-seat passenger eVTOL Prosperity—together forming a flexible, integrated land–sea–air mobility network.

Synergizing Sea and Air Across Five Key Sectors

The Sea–Air solution enhances efficiency across multiple mission profiles:

• Marine Energy Platform Maintenance: Significantly improves the speed and reliability of transporting personnel and critical parts.
• Emergency Response: Combines wide-area search with rapid eVTOL deployment, reducing response time and expanding coverage.
• High-Frequency Commuting: Enables rapid urban, coastal, and island mobility, cutting typical journeys from hours to minutes.
• Sea–Air Tourism: Adds a premium “flight+” option to high-end tourism experiences.
• Mobile Vertiport Networks: Multiple water vertiports can be networked to support high-throughput, multi-aircraft operations.

A New Paradigm for Low-Carbon Integrated Mobility

Amid growing global demand for sustainable transport, AutoFlight’s water-based vertiport provides a low-impact approach to deploying urban and regional air mobility. By leveraging existing waterways, cities can rapidly deploy electric aviation infrastructure without major land development.

Developed with strategic partner CATL, the solution incorporates safe, high-performance battery systems and clean-energy technology across both eVTOLs and vertiports, supporting the development of a carbon-neutral air mobility ecosystem.

First Public Demonstration

AutoFlight conducted the first public demonstration of the Sea–Air solution at Dianshan Lake in Kunshan, where a 2-ton-class eVTOL took off from the Zero-Carbon Water Vertiport. A multi-aircraft formation flight followed, including live airdrop missions that highlighted the system’s potential for emergency response and low-altitude logistics.

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SmallRig, a global specialized provider of imaging solutions, has announced the acclaimed Chinese aerial photographer Chen Cheng (@superflankerstudio) as SmallRig Brand Co-Creator, marking a significant step toward deeper integration between imaging-equipment manufacturing and professional aerial photography.

A Collaboration Built on User-Centered Innovation

SmallRig has long emphasized a development philosophy centered on users and collaborative creation. The new partnership introduces a strategic collaboration that will span aviation-image creation, product development, and the broader promotion of aviation culture. It aims to accelerate innovation in aerial imaging and outdoor photography equipment while elevating user experience across demanding environments.

SmallRig’s founder and CEO Zhou Yang said, “Co-creation forms the core of SmallRig’s identity and growth model.” Zhou noted that Chen Cheng, known as one of the leading figures in global aviation imaging, has long been a deep user of SmallRig equipment and brings extensive insights from years of photographing aircraft in highly complex scenarios. His technical expectations align closely with SmallRig’s scenario-driven innovation strategy, creating a strong foundation for the co-creation partnership.

“The collaboration will deepen exploration into aviation- and even aerospace-imaging scenarios and deliver solutions shaped around real-world needs,” Zhou added.

As one of China’s earliest practitioners of aerial photography, Chen has accumulated more than a decade of professional experience. His body of work includes nearly every major commercial aircraft type except the Airbus Beluga, and he has documented the development and flight milestones of the Boeing 777, Airbus A380, Airbus A350, and China’s C919.

Before becoming a full-time photographer, Chen worked as an aircraft maintenance engineer, gaining a technical understanding of aviation mechanics that later shaped his methodical and safety-oriented shooting approach. Guided by the belief that “a beautiful aircraft is inevitably a well-designed aircraft,” his photography has chronicled the rise of China’s aviation industry. His air-to-air footage of the C919 has surpassed one million views across platforms, offering the public a vivid window into emerging aviation technologies.

Co-Creation in Practice

The collaboration between Chen and SmallRig grew out of a shared commitment to technical rigor and creative innovation. Aerial photography requires equipment that is lightweight, adaptable, and fully functional across multiple shooting positions. SmallRig devices have played a central role in Chen’s multi-camera deployments during aerial shoots.

Chen has noted that the brand’s lightweight camera cages, expansion docks, and Type-C fast-charging batteries have become essential components of his airborne workflow. These solutions allowed single-camera setups to simultaneously capture still images and 4K video, significantly improving efficiency and raising the overall standard of output across high-intensity assignments.

“Aerial photography is about more than physical presence in the sky; it demands a constant state of professional focus and genuine passion,” Chen said when discussing the collaboration. He emphasized that the partnership would enable more people to appreciate the beauty of aviation through reliable equipment and exceptional imagery.

The initiative represents more than a partnership between a technology brand and a prominent aerial photographer. It signals a new exploration of the user-co-creation model within the imaging sector. From Xi Zhinong, a world-renowned wildlife photographer and founder of Wild China Film, to aerial photography pioneer Chen Cheng, SmallRig has collaborated with diverse creators and will continue expanding its “Co-Creation Officer” program to connect with experts across multiple fields. The aim is to transition products from simply meeting needs to anticipating them, shaping solutions that evolve in tandem with real-world creative demands. By listening closely to creators and incorporating professional photographers into product design, SmallRig is working to redefine the boundaries of imaging-equipment performance and artistic expression.

SmallRig established in 2013, is dedicated to providing creators around the world with solutions in camera/phone mounting and steadying rigs, lighting and control systems, imaging device batteries, and audio equipment.

Today, SmallRig products reach users in more than 160 countries and regions, serving a wide range of scenarios—from livestreaming, vlogging, and short videos, to documentaries and Hollywood blockbusters. After more than a decade of growth, SmallRig has expanded from its early focus on camera mounting products to a product ecosystem matrix characterized by all-encompassing scenarios and a fast supply chain model.

For more information, please visit: www.smallrig.com.

GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On November 22, 2025, in the stunning “canton Drift” video release, the GAC GROUP HYPTEC SSR officially set a new Guinness World Record for the highest drift speed achieved by a pure electric vehicle, reaching an astonishing 213.523 km/h.

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/gacgroup/9365651-gac-group-hyptec-ssr-sets-new-guinness-world-record 

As China’s first mass-produced supercar, the HYPTEC SSR not only demonstrates the technological innovation and engineering prowess of GAC GROUP, but also highlights the rising strength of China’s automotive industry on the global stage. Through its cutting-edge performance and original electric supercar technology, the HYPTEC SSR vividly presents both the technological allure of Chinese supercars and the dynamic, modern spirit of canton to audiences worldwide.

GUANGZHOU, China, Nov. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The full AITO product lineup and SERES’ latest technological achievements were showcased at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition. Simultaneously, the SERES MF Platform 2.0 was grandly unveiled.

Intelligence Redefines Luxury: AITO Full Model Lineup Appears

This year’s auto show marks AITO’s largest presence ever in terms of scale and lineup. The latest products from the entire AITO series were exhibited together, with cumulative deliveries exceeding 900,000 units. Among them, the AITO M9 and AITO M8 ranked as sales champions in their respective 500,000-RMB and 400,000-RMB price segments.

AITO’s newly upgraded 1,700-square-meter booth featured technology display and luxury experience zones, vividly interpreting the brand declaration of “Intelligence Redefines Luxury.”

SERES MF Platform 2.0 Launched, Defining New Heights for Future Smart Mobility

The SERES MF Platform 2.0 was officially launched at the show. Guided by Panoramic Intelligence and built upon a foundation of intelligent safety, this platform represents a comprehensive upgrade in Smart Energy, Intelligent Chassis, EEA Architecture, and Intelligent Space. It is an AI-driven platform for smart electric vehicles.

The latest technological achievements were also displayed, including a 2.0T range extender and a 14-in-1 ultra-integrated range extension system, making their debut at a domestic auto show.

AITO User Base Surpasses 900,000, Total Assisted Driving Mileage Exceeds 4.45 Billion Kilometers

To date, AITO has earned the trust of 900,000 users. The total mileage covered by its intelligent range-extended electric vehicles has surpassed 21.4 billion kilometers, with pure electric driving accounting for 70% of this distance. The cumulative assisted driving mileage has exceeded 4.45 billion kilometers.

Furthermore, AITO has proactively provided service care 266,000 times and saved users over 440,000 hours in maintenance time through remote diagnostics, setting a new benchmark for premium service.

SERES will continue to develop high-end products for users, characterized by high safety, high quality, high reliability, high performance, and high value.