Strategic leadership transition reinforces IFS’s commitment to a high-performance, people-first culture.
LONDON, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IFS, the leading provider of Industrial AI software, today announced the appointment of Mihita Podobnik as Chief People Officer, succeeding Debra McCowan, who is stepping down from her role as Chief Human Resources Officer.
Podobnik was most recently IFS Chief of Staff, where she partnered closely with the executive team to lead strategic initiatives and drive transformation across the business. Her leadership skills and ability to connect strategy with execution will be central to advancing IFS’s people-first agenda.
“Mihita is highly respected across IFS and I’m delighted to welcome her into this role,” said Mark Moffat, CEO of IFS. “Her leadership, strategic mindset, and deep connection to our people make her the ideal person to take our high-performance agenda forward at pace. I look forward to seeing her impact as we continue to scale globally.
“Debra has played a key role in shaping IFS’s people strategy. Her leadership has left a lasting impact, and I wish her every success in her next chapter.”
Commenting on her appointment, Mihita Podobnik said: “I’m honored to take on the role of Chief People Officer at such a pivotal time for IFS. As AI disruption and innovation accelerate, talent is the key enabler of our strategy. By fostering a culture where people can thrive, we will execute on our business priorities, accelerate growth, and strengthen our position as the global Industrial AI leader.”
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Halal-certified products, sustainable solutions, and international collaborations headline the region’s largest beauty trade exhibition
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Malaysia’s largest & longest-running beauty trade shows, beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia (BECBM) 2025, officially opened its doors today at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, marking the start of four transformative days of global collaboration, product innovation, and trendsetting showcases.
From L to R: Mr. Khairul Nizam Moonier, Director, Lifestyle & Life Sciences Section, MATRADE; Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Chairman, beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté M’sia ; Ms. Margaret Ma Connolly, President, Informa Markets Asia; YB Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini Ahmad, Deputy Minister of Women, Family & Community Development; YM Tengku Khairul Adena Binti Tengku Abdullah, Selangor & Perak Royal Family, President, MEEDC; Mr. Hairol Ariffein Sahari, CEO, HDC; Mr. Gerard Leeuwenburgh, GM, Informa Markets M’sia
The prestigious Opening Ceremony was officiated by YB Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini binti Ahmad, Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, before an audience of international industry leaders, trade buyers, and media representatives. Also present were Yang Mulia Tengku Khairul Adena Almarhum Yang Mulia Tengku Abdullah Almarhum Yang Amat Mulia Tengku Zainal Kharib Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Alauddin Suleiman Shah Alhaj, Selangor & Perak Royal Family and President of Malaysia Entrepreneurs Ecosystem Data Centre (MEEDC); YBhg. Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Organising Chairman of beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia; Mr. Hairol Ariffein Sahari, Chief Executive Officer of Halal Development Corporation (HDC); Ms. Margaret Ma Connolly, President of Informa Markets in Asia; and Mr.Gerard Leeuwenburgh, Country General Manager of Informa Markets Malaysia.
In her opening remarks, YB Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini binti Ahmad, Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, highlighted the beauty industry’s impact on economic growth and social development. “The beauty industry plays a pivotal role in creating jobs, fostering entrepreneurship, and providing pathways to better livelihoods. beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia amplify this potential by offering skills development, business opportunities, and a stage for local talent to gain international recognition.”
This year’s exhibition features 400 exhibitors showcasing 1,000 top beauty brands from 15 countries and regions, including Malaysia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States of America.
Four dedicated international pavilions from MainlandChina, Korea, Singapore, and Taiwan will showcase the latest breakthroughs in beauty technology, halal-certified innovations, K-beauty trends, and sustainable beauty solutions.
The exhibition floor is organised into eight specialised categories: Professional Beauty, Hair & Barber, Makeup & Cosmetics, Nail, Embroidery & Lashes, OEM/ODM, Halal Beauty, Training & Certification, and Spa & Wellness – creating a comprehensive ecosystem for sourcing, networking, and collaboration.
“What truly defines this event is not just the products on display, but the connections they create,” said YBhg. Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Organising Chairman of beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia. “Over the next four days, business-matching sessions, live demonstrations, product launches, and networking opportunities will provide fertile ground for partnerships, investments, and transformative collaborations.”
The 2025 edition presents an exciting line-up of competitions, showcases, and networking opportunities, including:
“Dare to Style, Born to Shine” 2025 Hair Styling Competition – Presented by the Malaysian Hairdressing Association (MHA), showcasing creative mastery in hair design
Ambassador of The Year Barber Competition – Presented by Gamma+, celebrating the mastery and innovative techniques of top barbers in the industry
Beyond Blades Hair Show – A live barbering showcase led by John Llyod and Jordan Tabakman, Global Educators of Gamma+
Beyond Blades Look & Learn and Hands-On Workshop – Led by John Llyod and Jordan Tabakman, Global Educators of Gamma+, showcasing cutting-edge barber techniques
The 5th Malaysia Glory Cup International Beauty Competition – Organised by Youshine and hosted by Informa Markets Malaysia, spotlighting nail, eyelash, and embroidery artistry
Bloom & Groom: Skin Management Competition 2025 – Featuring advanced skincare and aesthetic treatments, supported by the Malaysia Esthetic Association,Malaysia Cosmetology Chamber of Commerce (PAMM), and Malaysia Professional Skill Development Education Association (MASDEA), with Quarz Global Sdn Bhd as Diamond Sponsor and Impress Esteem Beauty Treatment Academy and Millabel as Platinum Sponsor
Asia Glory Hair & Beauty Awards 2.0 – Organised by M Star Agency and co-organised by United Asian Hairdressers Association (UAHA), recognising excellence across multiple beauty disciplines
Beauté Discovery Zone – A dedicated educational platform featuring industry experts delivering talks on education, skills, and innovation in the beauty sector
VIP Buyer Programme – Offering exclusive access for buyers to explore new business opportunities with 1,000 brands across 15 countries and regions
The event line-up is made possible through the strong support from our sponsors Quarz Global, Impress Esteem Enterprise, SkinOrigin, Zorian, EBI Software and Millabel.
beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia 2025 is proudly endorsed by Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and supported by the Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development (KPWKM), Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), and Halal Development Corporation (HDC). The event is further strengthened by collaborations with organisations including Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), Korea Beauty Industry Trade Association (KOBITA), Korea Cosmetic Association (KCA), International Beauty Industry Trade Association (IBITA), Taichung Cosmetics Industry Trade Union, Taiwan Federation of Women’s Beauty Business Association, World Trade Center Taichung, Association of International Certified Aesthetician (AICA), AIS International, Bumiputera Hairdressing Association (BUHA), Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers – Malaysian Cosmetics and Toiletries Industry Group (FMM-MCTIG), Ipoh Hairdressers Association (IHA), Kuching Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (KABTAC), Malaysia Professional Skill Development Education Association (MASDEA), Malaysian Hairdressing Association (MHA), Malaysia Cosmetology Chamber of Commerce (PAMM), Penang Elite Womenpreneurs Association (PEWA), and United Asian Hairdressers Association (UAHA). Their collective support amplifies the exhibition’s reach and reinforces its role as Asia’s leading platform for the beauty industry.
“Recognising this opportunity, the Halal Development Corporation (HDC) has introduced the Halal Cosmetics Sectoral Roadmap for Malaysia. This roadmap lays out clear strategies: expanding local production, enhancing R&D, strengthening global partnerships, and encouraging Halal certification across cosmetics. With these initiatives, Malaysia is well-positioned to become a global leader in Halal beauty.” said Mr. Hairol Ariffein Sahari, Chief Executive Officer of Halal Development Corporation (HDC).
“This edition reflects our industry’s resilience, our ability to embrace change, and our collective drive to lead in emerging segments such as halal, sustainable, and ethical beauty. It also reminds us that Malaysia has both the vision and the talent to serve as Southeast Asia’s gateway to the global beauty industry,” said YBhg.Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat.
Running from 30 September – 3 October 2025, beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia 2025 promises to be the region’s most powerful marketplace for sourcing, networking, and innovation exchange – setting new benchmarks for Asia’s fast-evolving beauty industry.
The exhibition is open to trade visitors daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closing at 5:00 pm on the last day.
NOTES TO EDITORS: ABOUT INFORMA MARKETS (www.informamarkets.com) Informa Markets on Beauty segment has an extensive network powered by B2B events across 11 cities in Asia (Bangkok, Chengdu, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo), the world’s fastest-growing markets. By further expanding its strength, the Beauty Portfolio now includes a new B2B event in Miami serving the East Coast and USA, South America, and Caribbean Islands regions.
beautyexpo & Cosmobeauté Malaysia is organised by Informa Markets, a division of Informa plc. Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. Our portfolio is comprised of more than 550 international B2B events and brands in markets including Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience, and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content, and actionable data solutions. As the world’s leading exhibitions organiser, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.
BEIJING, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — New Oriental Education and Technology Group Inc. (the “Company” or “New Oriental”) (NYSE: EDU/ 9901.SEHK), a provider of private educational services in China, today announced that it will report its financial results for the first quarter ended August 31, 2025, before the U.S. market opens on October 28, 2025. New Oriental’s management will host an earnings conference call at 8 AM on October 28, 2025, U.S. Eastern Time (8 PM on October 28, 2025, Beijing/Hong Kong Time). Participants can join the conference using the below options:
Dialling-in to the conference call:
Please register in advance of the conference, using the link provided below. Upon registering, you will be provided with participant dial-in numbers, and unique personal PIN.
In the 10 minutes prior to the call start time, you may use the conference access information (including dial in number(s) and personal PIN) provided in the confirmation email received at the point of registering.
A replay of the conference call may be accessed via the webcast on-demand by registering at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/qn2a5drn first. The replay will be available until October 28, 2026:
About New Oriental
New Oriental is a provider of private educational services in China offering a wide range of educational programs, services and products to a varied student population throughout China. New Oriental’s program, service and product offerings mainly consist of educational services and test preparation courses, private label products and livestreaming e-commerce, and overseas study consulting services. New Oriental is listed on NYSE (NYSE: EDU) and SEHK (9901.SEHK), respectively. New Oriental’s ADSs, each of which represents ten common shares, are listed and traded on the NYSE. The Hong Kong-listed shares are fully fungible with the ADSs listed on NYSE.
Ms. Sisi Zhao Ms. Rita Fong New Oriental Education and Technology Group Inc. FTI Consulting Tel: +86-10-6260-5568 Tel: +852 3768 4548 Email: zhaosisi@xdf.cn Email: rita.fong@fticonsulting.com
Total Round Reaches 17.8 Million USD to Accelerate R&D and Global Expansion
OKINAWA, Japan, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Japan-based deep tech startup EF Polymer K.K. (Founder & CEO: Narayan Lal Gurjar, “EF Polymer”), developer of 100% bio-based super absorbent polymers, today announced that it has completed the second close of its Series B financing round through a third-party allotment. In this second close, investors from diverse industries participated, bringing the total amount raised to 17.8 million USD combined with the first close. This underscores the strong support for EF Polymer’s mission to scale sustainable solutions worldwide.
EF Polymer Completes $22 million Series B Second Close
Business Progress
Sales Milestone:
EF Polymer has achieved cumulative global sales of 500 tons, upcycling more than 5,000 tons of agricultural residues into sustainable products. Demonstration projects are actively underway in drought-affected regions such as France, Spain, Italy, and Portugal.
Diversification Beyond Agriculture:
In addition to agricultural use, EF Polymer’s bio-based polymers are being applied in cosmetics, personal care, cooling packs (“Cy-Cool”), and absorbent sheets.
Certifications & Recognition:
EF Polymer’s India plant (Rajasthan) has obtained ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications.
Organic certification “OMRI” obtained for the U.S. market.
CEO Narayan Lal Gurjar selected for Forbes Japan 30 Under 30.
Named a “THRIVE Rising Star” and listed in the 2025 Top 50 AgTech by THRIVE.
R&D Focus Areas
Diversification of raw materials beyond orange and banana peels
Establishing sustainable and circular production processes
Development of new agricultural products by combining EF Polymer with other solutions
Strengthening multi-site global production capabilities
Expanding applications beyond agriculture
Series B Round Investors Through this financing, EF Polymer aims to further accelerate and deepen its research and development (R&D), while strengthening our global business development capabilities to drive the next stage of growth.
Participating Investors (in no particular order): Impact Capital I Limited Partnership / AgVenture Lab / Amami Okinawa Investment Limited Partnership (Kagoshima Development Co., Ltd.) / EMA Enterprise Co., Ltd. / Hokuyo SDGs Promotion No. 3 Investment Limited Partnership (Hokkaido Kyoso Partners Co., Ltd.) / Japan Green Investment Corp. for Carbon Neutrality / Kyoritsu Holdings Corporation / Melissa Estate International Co., Ltd. / OLtV Opportunity Fund / Soken Chemical & Engineering Co., Ltd. / SVG Ventures Sunrise Agri Fund GP, LLC / Okinawa Development Finance Corporation / TOPPAN Holdings Inc. / Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd.
Narayan Lal Gurjar, Founder & CEO of EF Polymer, commented: “Our mission is to tackle water scarcity and environmental challenges while improving the livelihoods of farmers and communities. With the support of partners who share our vision, this Series B financing will further accelerate our efforts toward building a sustainable future.”
Business Synergies with Investors
EF Polymer will also collaborate with corporate investors to create business synergies:
SVG Ventures: Supporting global tomato production with Kagome through stable supply of processing tomatoes.
Soken Chemical: Co-developing absorbent sheets and launching applications in cosmetics and agriculture.
TOPPAN Holdings: Developing soil regeneration technologies and collaborating on next-generation manufacturing.
About EF Polymer EF Polymer is a deep-tech startup born in India and nurtured in Japan. By upcycling agricultural residues such as orange and banana peels into 100% bio-based super absorbent polymers, EF Polymer provides sustainable solutions for agriculture and beyond. The company also promotes applications in cosmetics, personal care products, and ice-packs, helping industries achieve green transformation (GX). Through its technology, EF Polymer strives to solve global environmental challenges, particularly water scarcity. https://efpolymer.com/
Report to be released at approximately 7:00 AM CEST on October 14, 2025
One live video webcast for analysts, investors and journalists at 9:00 AM CEST
STOCKHOLM, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ericsson’s (NASDAQ: ERIC) financial report for the third quarter 2025 will be published at approximately 7:00 AM CEST on October 14, 2025. The company will issue a press release with the complete financial report attached, including tables, in PDF format. Following publication of the press release, the financial report will be available on Ericsson’s website: https://www.ericsson.com/en/investors
President and CEO Börje Ekholm and CFO Lars Sandström will comment on the report and take questions at a live video webcast at 9:00 AM CEST (8:00 AM BST London, 3:00 AM EDT New York).
ABOUT ERICSSON: Ericsson’s high-performing networks provide connectivity for billions of people every day. For nearly 150 years, we’ve been pioneers in creating technology for communication. We offer mobile communication and connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises. Together with our customers and partners, we make the digital world of tomorrow a reality. www.ericsson.com
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 September 2025 – Temus has announced three new strategic collaborations with the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), Peak3, and Resaro to accelerate AI transformation across the public and private sectors. The firm has also expanded its leadership team with key appointments: Sutowo Wong as Managing Director, AI & Data; Vincent Tay as Managing Director and Head of Public Sector; Dr. Samuel Chong as Managing Director, Insurance; and Carl Ward as Advisor, Technology & Innovation.
“As Singapore advances toward Smart Nation 2.0, Temus is proud be partners on this journey, by bringing together public scale, private innovation, strategic partners, and talent to we deliver human-centric AI and digital transformation for lasting societal and economic impact” said Ng Lai Yee, Chief Executive Officer, Temus.
Lai Yee adds, “Temus is entering its next phase of growth with our clients to harness the full potential of Singapore’s AI era – and this is only the beginning.”
Resaro partnership to build and deploy trustworthy AI at scale
Kiren Kumar, Deputy Chief Executive Development, IMDA; April Chin, Co-CEO, Resaro; Sutowo Wong, Managing Director, AI & Data, Temus; Ng Lai Yee, Chief Executive Officer, Temus
Temus and Resaro, both signatories of Singapore’s AI Verify Foundation, have signalled their intent in supporting the responsible adoption of trusted, enterprise-grade AI.
AI adoption is projected to deliver up to S$198.3 billion in economic benefits by 2030 in Singapore, but scaling from pilots to enterprise-grade systems will require stronger guardrails – ranging from MAS’ FEAT principles to the adoption of AI Verify as a national framework.
In this partnership, Temus will continue to deliver its strategic advisory capabilities in designing AI governance frameworks and orchestrating AI for business outcomes, while Resaro will serve as an independent, third-party AI assurance provider in evaluating AI solutions. Resaro’s platform automates and scales the evaluation of AI solutions against AI quality indicators that bridge business, governance and technical considerations, embedding assurance into the development lifecycle.
Sutowo Wong, Managing Director, AI & Data, Temus, said: “This isn’t about auditing AI after the fact; it’s about building trust into the very fabric of the AI development lifecycle. Our partnership with Resaro operationalises governance, providing a clear, automated path for our clients to move from pilot projects to production-ready systems with confidence. We are providing the essential toolkit for Singapore’s next wave of AI-powered transformation.”
April Chin, Co-CEO, Resaro, added: “Singapore is leading the world in responsible AI development, through initiatives such as AI Verify. As a premier member of the AI Verify Foundation and an independent AI assurance provider, our role is to ensure that AI solutions meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and security. This partnership with Temus bridges technical testing and evaluation with governance requirements and business adoption of AI.”
Peak3 partnership to accelerate AI-driven insurance innovation
Kiren Kumar, Deputy Chief Executive Development, IMDA; Arun Sangwan, Chief Commercial Officer, Peak3; Dr. Samuel Chong, Managing Director, Insurance, Temus, Ng Lai Yee, Chief Executive Officer, Temus
Temus and Peak3 announced a commitment to work together in positioning the insurance sector as a potential growth frontier for AI acceleration. Peak3’s cloud-native platform currently supports over 2 billion policies and serves 50+ insurance partners globally, including leading names such as AIA, Prudential, Zurich and Income Insurance. Its core capabilities span policy administration, claims processing, and distribution enablement, providing a resilient backbone for insurers across multiple markets. With AI layered onto this foundation, the potential multiplier effect is significant.
Insurance is increasingly seen as a sector where digital adoption has lagged customer expectations, creating inefficiencies in operations and gaps in product relevance. Analysts predict that the global generative AI in insurance market is projected to grow from about S$1.03 billion in 2022 to S$19.4 billion by 2032, at a compound annual growth rate of 34.4%, reflecting the scale of opportunity for digital transformation. In Singapore, the integration of Smart Nation services and public sector datasets could further accelerate this shift through embedded insurance models – making protection more seamless, personalised, and relevant to citizens and businesses. Through today’s memorandum of intent, Temus and Peak3 aim to help the industry capture this potential.
Samuel Chong said: “Temus’ partnership with Peak3, aims to empower more Singapore-based insurers to move beyond experimentation into enterprise-grade AI. By building on Peak3’s proven platform, we can apply AI to sharpen efficiency, unlock new business models, and deliver more tailored customer experiences. Insurance is a sector ripe for this next stage of growth.”
Bill Song, Chief Executive Officer, Peak3, added: “With billions of policies managed on our platform and partnerships with leading insurers worldwide, Peak3 is uniquely positioned to lead the next wave of AI-powered insurance transformation. Through our partnership with Temus, we will combine proven capabilities and advanced AI to enable more insurers to realize the full potential of embedding secure, context-aware protection into everyday life at scale, while unlocking new value across the insurance ecosystem.”
Temus deepens collaboration with IMDA TeSA and AI Verify Foundation
Kiren Kumar, Deputy Chief Executive Development; Ng Lai Yee, Chief Executive Officer, Temus
Temus has committed to expanding its relationship with IMDA to grow Singapore’s AI workforce, and the AI Verify Foundation (AIVF) in building trustworthy AI.
This expanded commitment reflects Temus’ deepening partnership with IMDA and reinforces its pivotal role in shaping Singapore’s AI landscape and digital transformation. The collaboration complements Temus’ existing partnership under the TechSkills Accelerator (TeSA) initiative, further cementing its contribution to Singapore’s digital future.
Kiren Kumar, Deputy Chief Executive, IMDA, said: “We are pleased to expand our collaboration with local industry leaders like Temus through TeSA and AIVF. These partnerships are critical in developing tech talent and accelerating the deployment of trusted AI solutions that businesses and consumers can use with confidence.”
Temus expands its leadership team and commits to nurturing homegrown AI talent
Temus has announced its commitment to growing its digital and AI workforce through a comprehensive approach to capability development, both within the firm and across Singapore’s broader talent pipeline.
Central to this effort is the newly launched “T-Shape Community”, an in-house program designed to build AI fluency across all roles – technical and non-technical alike – by equipping employees with generative AI tools and practical know-how.
Concurrently, Temus continues to build on the strong momentum of its Step IT Up programme, an accelerated “hire, place, and train” career conversion initiative. Since its launch in 2022, Step IT Up has enabled close to 80 individuals from non-IT backgrounds to secure full-time technology roles at Temus, underscoring the company’s commitment to growing the Singapore core.
“Singapore’s Smart Nation 2.0 ambitions will only be realised when AI fluency becomes second nature across our workforce,” said Wu Chun Wei, Managing Director and Head of Cloud, Application & Platform, Temus. “We’re developing T-shaped professionals who combine deep AI expertise with cross-functional skills. This breadth and depth is crucial as AI transformation requires talent who understand both the technology and business context. That’s how we’ll truly partner clients to deliver on vision to value.”
In addition, Temus announced new leadership appointments to strengthen its growth in the AI era. Refer to Annex A for full executive bios.
Sutowo Wong has joined Temus as Managing Director, AI & Data, bringing extensive experience from his previous role as Director of the Health Analytics Division at Singapore’s Ministry of Health (MOH). With more than 20 years in consulting and public service, Sutowo combines strategic vision, technical expertise, and implementation excellence to help organisations harness data and AI responsibly.
Vincent Tay has joined Temus as Managing Director and Head of Public Sector, with nearly three decades of experience in IT consulting and digital transformation across government and healthcare. Formerly a Partner at EY leading its Government and Public Sector practice, he has spearheaded regulatory reforms, citizen-facing platforms, and strategic studies that strengthened Singapore’s digital governance.
Samuel Chong was appointed Managing Director, Insurance, bringing to the firm more than 20 years of leadership experience spanning insurance, fintech, healthtech, and digital transformation across Asia Pacific region. Previously Vice President at eBaoTech International, he drove business strategy, market expansion, and digital insurance adoption across the region. Samuel has also held senior roles at Fullerton Health, Dell EMC, Cisco, Capgemini, and Accenture.
Carl Ward has joined Temus as Advisor, Technology & Innovation. He brings extensive global expertise and regional leadership, following his role as Director for Public Sector across Asia Pacific and Japan at Amazon Web Services (AWS).
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Temus
Temus was established by Temasek to provide digital transformation solutions for the private and public sectors as we aspire to be a strategic partner in realising the Singapore Government’s Smart Nation vision. We are headquartered in Singapore and have ~500 employees across a wide range of disciplines in strategy, design, architecture, technology, AI & data. For more information, please visit www.temus.com.
Both companies are intensifying their collaboration and combining technological expertise to strengthen German aircraft development through digital engineering and emission-reducing innovations.
WESSLING, Germany, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Akkodis and Deutsche Aircraft have signed a cooperation agreement, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership. The goal is to significantly advance the development and production of innovative regional aircraft in Germany – with a focus on technological excellence and strengthening the local aerospace ecosystem.
Signing of the strategic agreement: Nico Neumann, CEO of Deutsche Aircraft and Reiner Oldewurtel, Vice President of Akkodis Germany AS&D GmbH, Copyright: Deutsche Aircraft
Under the agreement, Akkodis will become a first-tier supplier, playing a central role in Deutsche Aircraft’s supply chain. As a global digital engineering consulting company, Akkodis brings deep expertise in aircraft system development and provides specialized engineering expertise to support Deutsche Aircraft in achieving key program milestones. The company covers the entire development process – from defining requirements and integrating complex systems to testing on the ground and in flight, right through to final certification of the new aircraft. In addition, its Aerospace & Defense division contributes capabilities in digital modelling and simulation, advanced materials, and preparation for alternative propulsion systems such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and hydrogen.
Over the years, Akkodis has proven to be a reliable partner through its technological competency, proactive solutions, and ability to mobilize global resources. Today, Akkodis enhances this role by leveraging digital development methods that enable faster, more efficient, and lower-emission aircraft development.
“This agreement reinforces our diversification strategy and strengthens our role in the aerospace industry,” says Dr. Peter Mehrle, CEO of Akkodis Germany. “Together with Deutsche Aircraft, we demonstrate Europe’s industrial capability and innovative power: by combining their expertise with our digital engineering know-how, we are driving regional aircraft development made in Germany – and positioning Europe as a leader in sustainable aviation.”
“For us, this cooperation is about translating engineering expertise into real progress,” explains Reiner Oldewurtel, Vice President of Akkodis Germany AS&D GmbH. “Through close collaboration with Deutsche Aircraft, we contribute to faster system integration, more efficient testing, and smoother certification – always guided by quality, passion, and forward-thinking.”
“The partnership with Akkodis is a significant step in our mission to develop the next generation of regional aircraft. Together, we are committed to digital excellence and emission-reducing technologies to actively shape the future of aviation – from Germany, for Europe and beyond,” emphasizes Nico Neumann, CEO of Deutsche Aircraft.
Akkodis and Deutsche Aircraft see the partnership as a long-term commitment that goes beyond traditional project collaboration – with shared responsibility, strategic foresight and the ambition to make regional aircraft more efficient, lower-emission and future-ready based in Europe.
Akkodis is a global digital engineering consulting company that enables organizations to innovate and accelerate by applying technology to redefine how processes and products are developed, powered and optimized. With deep expertise across AI, data, cloud, edge and software engineering, we combine technology and talent to deliver end-to-end solutions, from strategy and consulting to talent development and implementation. Our commitment to Akkodis Intelligence helps businesses connect the exponential power of technology with the irreplaceable strengths of human thinking and collaboration. Part of the Adecco Group and headquartered in Switzerland, Akkodis brings together 50,000 engineers and tech consultants in over 30 countries with services that span Consulting, Talent, Solutions, and Academy. With a cross-sector view and strong delivery capabilities, Akkodis empowers businesses to solve complex challenges and achieve sustainable impact.
Deutsche Aircraft is a German aircraft manufacturer built on the heritage of aviation pioneers that continues to propel the aviation industry forward with innovative solutions. Supported by a highly skilled and passionate team of international engineers and aviation experts, Deutsche Aircraft is developing the most advanced regional aircraft on the market: the D328eco. As type certificate holder and service partner for existing D328 (both prop and jet) operators worldwide, the company is uniquely positioned to complement the existing fleet with this next-generation aircraft.
Deutsche Aircraft employs the latest technologies and best practices to ensure the highest levels of reliability, efficiency and sustainability for the D328eco. As a strategic partner for the development of regional air transport, Deutsche Aircraft is working with key players in the industry to accelerate the transition to climate-neutral flights.
Data2Evidence meets FeederNet: Joining forces for scalable, standardized, and responsible health research infrastructure
SEOUL, South Korea and POTSDAM, Germany, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nonprofit digital health organization Data4Life and South Korea’s leading federated research platform EvidNet today announced a strategic partnership to co-develop a global infrastructure for federated real-world evidence (RWE) generation. The collaboration will combine the technological strengths and research networks of both organizations to enable high-quality, privacy-preserving, and scalable medical research across borders.
Global health research, locally enabled
At the core of the collaboration is the integration of EvidNet’s FeederNet network—comprising over 50 hospitals and 70 million patient records—with Data4Life’s open-source research platform Data2Evidence. By aligning on international standards such as OMOP and FHIR, the partners aim to provide researchers worldwide with access to fit-for-purpose real-world data, ready for scientific and regulatory use.
A joint proof-of-concept project is scheduled to launch in Q4 2025, with the goal of demonstrating the potential of a federated, privacy-respecting research infrastructure across national boundaries.
“We are excited to partner with EvidNet to advance the future of real-world evidence,” said Dr. Ben Illigens, Chief Executive Officer at Data4Life. “By combining our innovative Data2Evidence platform with EvidNet’s established network and commitment to OMOP, we can empower researchers to generate evidence at unprecedented scale while protecting data privacy and patient sovereignty.”
From data to evidence — responsibly, interoperably, and impactfully
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to enabling scientifically rigorous, interoperable, and ethically responsible research. Using OMOP-based data models and federated analytics, both organizations aim to overcome key challenges in global health research—without the need for physical data transfer.
Research infrastructure for the next era
This collaboration is part of Data4Life’s strategic expansion of its open source platform Data2Evidence as an international standard for digital health research. EvidNet brings deep expertise in health data harmonization and governance, positioning the partnership to address today’s most pressing public health and research questions.
About Data4Life
The D4L data4life gGmbH is a nonprofit health tech organization founded in 2017 and headquartered in Potsdam, Germany. It is funded by the Hasso Plattner Foundation as sole shareholder. Data4Life’s mission is to make health data available for research in the fields of public health and precision medicine, with the goal of significantly improving prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
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