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Luxshare Precision Releases 2024 Annual Results: Sustained Revenue and Net Profit Growth with Active Fulfillment of Corporate Social Responsibility

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – At the end of last month, Luxshare Precision (002475.SZ) released its 2024 annual results, Q1 2025 financial report, and mid-2025 earnings forecast. The reports indicate that Luxshare Precision achieved operating income of RMB 268.795 billion in 2024, representing a 15.91% year-over-year (YoY) increase. Net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company reached RMB 13.366 billion, up 22.03% YoY. The annual net profit margin rose to 5.42%, an improvement of 0.14 percentage points compared to the previous year. Basic earnings per share (EPS) stood at RMB 1.86, reflecting a 20.78% YoY growth.

The company’s Q1 2025 financial performance remained strong, with operating income of RMB 61.788 billion, up 17.90% YoY. Net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company totaled RMB 3.044 billion, a 23.17% YoY increase, while basic EPS rose to RMB 0.42, up reflecting a 20.00% YoY growth.

Core business Grew steadily and Diversified Business Presence Showed Remarkable Results

In 2024, Luxshare Precision’s consumer electronics business demonstrated robust performance, generating operating income of RMB 224.094 billion, a 13.65% YoY increase. As the company’s core business segment, the consumer electronics division has established a complete industrial chain spanning precision components to smart terminal systems.

The company employs a dual-driven development model. For the OEM business, it continuously deepens vertical integration to build a full industrial chain ecosystem covering components, modules and system assembly. By leveraging cutting-edge material innovations and process optimization, the company delivers high-quality products to clients. For the ODM business, it actively expands its ODM capabilities, utilizing cross-disciplinary expertise in acoustics, optics, RF, and thermal management accumulated through collaborations with global industry leaders. The company provides end-to-end design-to-manufacturing services for top-tier consumer electronics brands and innovative enterprises.

Luxshare Precision’s ODM product portfolio now encompasses smart AR/VR devices, intelligent acoustic products, smart office and home equipments, and outdoor smart hardware, with market share steadily expanding. Innovation remains the primary driver of growth, with cumulative R&D investment over the past three years reaching RMB 25.192 billion. The company owns 7,164 patents as of now.

In the automotive electronics sector, the operating income surged 48.69% YoY to RMB 13.758 billion, reflecting strong growth momentum. Notably, in September 2024, Luxshare Precision announced the acquisition of Leoni AG, a century-old German cable and harnessing manufacturing giant. This strategic move significantly enhances the company’s competitiveness in the global automotive supply chain, enabling vertically integrated solutions for clients.

In the communications sector, the operating income grew 26.29% YoY to RMB 18.36 billion, driven by growth in component sales. The company seized opportunities from AI advancements by introducing innovative AI-driven solutions for data center core components.

Commitment to Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility

While advancing its core businesses, Luxshare Precision has deeply embedded ESG principles into its corporate strategy, establishing a comprehensive sustainable development framework. The company recently became a member of the Responsible Business Alliance (RBA), marking a critical milestone in its commitment to sustainable development, corporate social responsibility and ethical supply chain management. This achievement underscores Luxshare Precision’s dedication to employee rights protection, environmental conservation, and adherence to ethical business practices.

Future Outlook: Robust Growth Momentum With Cumulative Dividend of RMB 4.5 Billion in the Past Three Years

Supported by recovering consumer electronics demand, expanding communications solutions and rapid growth in automotive electronics, Luxshare Precision forecasts a 20% to 25% YoY increase in mid-2025 net profit.

Additionally, the company adheres to an active dividend policy, translating operational achievements into shareholder returns. Cumulative dividends over the past three years reached RMB 4.53 billion, with total payouts since its IPO amounting to RMB 7.652 billion.

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Hong Kong’s Largest Stitch Solo Event “STITCH ARRIVES!!!” At Harbour City Shopping Mall Opens Now!

HONG KONG, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hong Kong’s iconic shopping mall, Harbour City has teamed up with Disney Hong Kong to present “Stitch Arrives!!! @Harbour City”, the biggest Stitch solo event ever held in the city, running from 1 May to 15 June 2025. The event is a prelude to Disney’s highly anticipated “Lilo & Stitch” live-action movie, which premieres in Hong Kong on 29 May 2025.  Five adorable photo spots are set across the mall, along with different Hawaiian-themed DIY workshops and activities perfect for kids, which are sure to become a must-visit destination for Stitch’s fans.

A gigantic 3-meter Stitch strikes his signature cheeky pose at “Stitch’s ALOHA Beach” in Harbour City’s Ocean Terminal Forecourt to welcome every visitor to Hong Kong’s largest Stitch-themed event.
A gigantic 3-meter Stitch strikes his signature cheeky pose at “Stitch’s ALOHA Beach” in Harbour City’s Ocean Terminal Forecourt to welcome every visitor to Hong Kong’s largest Stitch-themed event.

The event transports visitors to Stitch’s favourite Hawaiian beach, featuring multiple Instagram-worthy spots. The highlights are undoubtedly the 3-meter-tall Stitch posing at “Stitch’s ALOHA Beach” along the shore of Victoria Harbour, and the 7-meter-tall WISHER Stitch towering over the Ocean Terminal observatory deck against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour!

The 7-meter-tall WISHER Stitch towers over Ocean Terminal Deck, the observatory deck of Harbour City, creating a picture-perfect spot against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour!
The 7-meter-tall WISHER Stitch towers over Ocean Terminal Deck, the observatory deck of Harbour City, creating a picture-perfect spot against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour!

Adding to the excitement, Hong Kong’s first-ever Stitch-themed pop-up store has landed at Harbour City, offering over 800 adorable “Lilo & Stitch” items, including limited-edition collectibles, lifestyle products, and exclusive merchandise to all super fans of Stitch!

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Event Details: https://www.harbourcity.com.hk/en/article/stitch-arrives-harbour-city/

OPPO Launches Updated Photography Awards for 2025, Super Every Moment with Enhanced Mobile Photography

Featuring the biggest prize pool and most diverse categories to date, the OPPO Photography Awards 2025 celebrate the talent behind every shot


SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – OPPO has recently officially launched its annual mobile photography competition, the OPPO Photography Awards 2025. As a global platform celebrating distinctive visual storytelling, the competition aims to inspire OPPO users worldwide to capture and share the beauty of life using OPPO’s advanced imaging technology.

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Building on the momentum of previous editions, which drew over one million submissions from 81 countries and regions, this year’s Awards introduce an expanded prize structure and new entry categories, reaffirming its commitment to championing creativity and innovation in mobile photography.

“At OPPO, our focus has always been on creating human-centered experiences by bringing emotional depth to our cutting-edge technology,” said Pete Lau, Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer of OPPO. “With our new imaging technology brand, LUMO, and the new ‘Make Your Moment’ brand slogan, this year’s OPPO Photography Awards aim to showcase the best in story-driven visuals by empowering everyone to capture their super moments with OPPO.”

Super Every Moment: Transforming the Ordinary into the Extraordinary

With the theme “Super Every Moment,” the OPPO Photography Awards 2025 embrace the beauty in everyday life. The competition features eight entry categories spanning a wide range of storytelling perspectives: Snapshot, Youth, Live Photo, Connection, Portrait, Vibe, Photo Series, and Environment, encouraging creators to capture emotion, culture, and spontaneity in their own unique ways.

Each category reflects OPPO’s belief that mobile photography is not only about technology, but about preserving authentic, emotional narratives that resonate with people around the world. OPPO’s advanced imaging technology makes it easier than ever to transform these everyday moments into super moments that shine with their natural brilliance.

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Recognizing Global Talent with Unprecedented Scope and Scale

This year’s OPPO Photography Awards also feature bigger prizes and more ways to win, with a larger prize pool and a more diverse range of awards on offer. In addition to the prestigious Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards, the 2025 edition introduces Jury’s Choice, Audience’s Choice, Regional Awards, and enhanced Youth recognition to further spotlight diverse talent.

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A distinguished judging panel of globally renowned photographers will lead this year’s evaluations, including Magnum Photos’ Alec Soth, Hasselblad Masters Tang Hui, Tina Signesdottir Hult, and Wang Jianjun, top Chinese fashion photographer Trunk Xu, and OPPO Senior Vice President and Chief Product Officer Pete Lau.

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OPPO Imaging: Unlocking Emotion Beyond the Lens

OPPO is redefining mobile imaging by merging technical excellence with emotional nuance to transform technology into the spark behind every creation.

At the heart of this evolution is OPPO’s pinnacle of mobile imaging capabilities, the LUMO Imaging System. It seamlessly integrates advanced hardware and computational photography to deliver rich tones, nuanced lighting, and cinematic bokeh—turning spontaneous snapshots into emotionally resonant stories.

By blending cutting-edge technology with human-centered design, OPPO’s goal with LUMO is to offer an industry-leading mobile imaging experience, enabling users to capture not only how moments look but also how they feel, while delivering the very best in mobile portrait photography.

Open Call for Entries Until November 20

OPPO invites mobile photographers around the world to seize this unique opportunity to capture their super moments, unleash their creativity, and discover the hidden beauty of everyday life through the lens of their OPPO phones.

The OPPO Photography Awards 2025 are now open for submission until 24:00 UTC+8 on November 20, 2025. Entries can be submitted through the official OPPO LUMO IMAGE website. For more information, please visit the official competition website at https://lumo.oppo.com/en/.

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About OPPO

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone – “Smiley Face” – in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services. OPPO has footprints in more than 70 countries and regions, with more than 40,000 employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.

Axis to host industry flagship event: Axis Solution Conference 2025 in Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan region, and Korea

Unlocking the Limitless Possibilities of AI for Security and Growth

HONG KONG, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Axis Communications, a global leader in network video, is excited to announce the Axis Solution Conference 2025, a premier biennial event focused on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the security industry. Scheduled for June 6 to October 15, 2025, this conference will take place across the Axis North Asia region, covering Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan region, and Korea.

The conference theme, “Protect and Grow Your Business – Harness the Limitless Possibilities of AI for Security and Growth”, emphasizes how AI can unlock new growth opportunities and enhance organizational resilience. Attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge solutions, including the newly introduced ARTPEC-9 system-on-chip, which significantly enhances AI-powered analytics, imaging, and cybersecurity, while reducing storage costs thanks to the AV1 video encoding standard.

Key highlights include:

  • Next-gen Security Empowered by Axis ARTPEC-9: Explore advancements in AI and imaging technologies that improve detection accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • AI-powered Possibilities of Visual and Non-visual AI Sensors: Discover how AI analytics and image processing enhance video camera performance, enabling the detection of smaller objects and rapid responses. Learn about the integration of thermal imaging, radar, audio and environmental sensors to provide actionable insights while respecting privacy.
  • Panel discussion on Cybersecurity for Business Resilience: Industry experts will discuss key strategies for safeguarding surveillance systems amidst the complexities of IoT integration, focusing on best practices to protect organizations from cyber threats.
  • TCO – The True Cost of a Security System: an interactive session that reveals the long-term expenses associated with surveillance systems. Conference delegates will gain insights into maximizing ROI while aligning their security investments with sustainability goals.

Join us at the Axis Solution Conference 2025 to discover how AI is revolutionizing the surveillance industry. For more information and to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/axis-solution-conferenc-hk

About Axis Communications
Axis enables a smarter and safer world by improving security, safety, operational efficiency, and business intelligence. As a network technology company and industry leader, Axis offers video surveillance, access control, intercoms, and audio solutions. These are enhanced by intelligent analytics applications and supported by high-quality training.

Axis has around 5,000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with technology and system integration partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions. Axis was founded in 1984, and the headquarters are in Lund, Sweden.

THANARA: A Microbiome-Based Skincare Innovation Featuring 4P-Biotics Technology by AL-DNA

BANGKOK, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A professor from Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Science has developed a skincare formula using microbiome and 4P-biotics technology, resulting in a serum and sunscreen lotion under the brand THANARA. These products help balance the microbiome on facial skin, promoting a healthy, youthful, clear, and acne-free complexion.

THANARA: A Microbiome-Based Skincare Innovation Featuring  4P-Biotics Technology by AL-DNA
THANARA: A Microbiome-Based Skincare Innovation Featuring 4P-Biotics Technology by AL-DNA

Healthy, moisturized, radiant, and youthful skin is a goal for many. Achieving this not only involves “beauty from the inside out” through proper nutrition, hydration, rest, emotional well-being, and balanced exercise, but also relies on effective external skin care–where “good microorganisms” play a significant role. 

“Microbiomes are microorganisms that live in our bodies and on our skin. They help maintain skin balance, support overall skin health (such as pH levels, moisture, and skin barrier function), and help prevent infections,” explained Associate Professor Dr. Naraporn Somboonna.  She emphasized the growing importance of microbiomes in the health and beauty industry. 

“Balancing the microbiome is key to restoring healthy skin,” Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn shared, introducing the idea behind the innovative skincare formula under the “THANARA” brand, developed by “AL-DNA,” a startup incubated by CU Innovation Hub/CU Enterprise

Inspiration Behind the Skincare Innovation 

With her expertise in microbiology and portable genetic testing, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn has created impactful innovations in various fields.  In public health, she developed a three-gene COVID-19 test kit used during the pandemic. In agriculture, she designed an ASFV (African Swine Fever Virus) test kit to help farmers detect infections quickly and conveniently. 

In the food industry, she introduced a Live Total Bacteria and Coliform Detections test kit to identify harmful bacteria in food and beverage production.  Her interest in microbiomes extends to their roles in human and environmental health. She is also a member of the Multi-Omics for Functional Products in Food, Cosmetics, and Animals Research Unit and the Omics Sciences and Bioinformatics Center at Chulalongkorn University. 

Healthy Skin Through Microbiome and 4P-Biotics Technology 

According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn, AL-DNA has launched two skincare products, both patented and FDA-certified to ensure user safety:  

  • THANARA Anti-Aging & Sensitive Skin Serum – A concentrated skincare serum that restores microbiome activity, reduces inflammation, increases moisture, and strengthens the skin’s balance.
  • THANARA Anti-Aging & All Repair for All Skin Type Skincare SPF50/PA+++ – A sunscreen that combines microbiome support with UV protection to nourish the skin in one step, suitable for all skin types.

“What makes THANARA unique is its use of 4P-Biotics technology–Probiotics, Parabiotics, Prebiotics, and Postbiotics—to help balance the skin’s microbiome,” Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn explained.  “Moreover, THANARA products are free from potential irritants like alcohol, parabens, and silicone.”

AL-DNA: The Future of Health and Beauty 

THANARA products are currently available at the Faculty of Science (Research Division), CU Enterprise, and via online channels. Looking ahead, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn says that AL-DNA plans to expand its line with additional microbiome-based skincare products, including personalized skin analysis and anti-aging treatments. 

For more information, please contact Assoc. Prof. Dr. Naraporn Somboonna at the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University, or reach out through CU Enterprise and CU Sci Products and Services, or call +6680-440-4509.

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About Chulalongkorn University

“Chulalongkorn University proudly retains its No. 1 position among Thai universities and ranks 132nd in Asia out of more than 2,000 institutions in the THE Asia University Rankings 2025—a testament to the excellence of Thai higher education on the regional stage.”

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Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost (L) gestures as he arrives on the main central loggia balcony of the St Peter's Basilica for the first time, after the cardinals ended the conclave, in The Vatican, on May 8, 2025. Robert Francis Prevost was on Thursday elected the first pope from the United States, the Vatican announced. A moderate who was close to Pope Francis and spent years as a missionary in Peru, he becomes the Catholic Church's 267th pontiff, taking the papal name Leo XIV. (Photo by Filippo MONTEFORTE/AFP)

By Ella IDE/AFP – Robert Francis Prevost became Pope Leo XIV on Thursday after cardinals from around the globe chose him to be the first leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics from the United States.

Tens of thousands cheered as Leo, successor to the late pope Francis, appeared on the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica to deliver his first address.

“To all people, wherever they are, to all peoples, to the whole Earth, peace be with you,” the smiling 69-year-old Chicago native told the crowd.

“Help us, and each other, to build bridges through dialogue, through encounter, to come together as one people, always in peace.”

Leo’s speech drew warm applause, especially a section where the prelate — who spent more than two decades in Peru — broke into Spanish, and also when he paid tribute to the popular Francis.

“We still keep in our ears that weak, but always courageous, voice of pope Francis blessing Rome,” he said, referring to the ailing Argentine’s Easter Sunday address, a day before his death.

“We must seek together how to be a missionary Church, a Church that builds bridges, which hold dialogues, which is always open,” he said.

Great Honor

Prevost’s election was greeted with elation in Peru, where he was bishop in the northern city of Chiclayo and had acquired nationality, as well as the United States.

Outside New York’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rosaria Vigorito, 66, said she could “feel the excitement just in the few minutes I’ve been walking around.” She hoped Leo XIV would be a reformer who would allow women priests.

“He loved goat, duck with rice and ceviche. Those were his favorite dishes,” Chiclayo’s current bishop Edison Farfan told a press conference highlighting the new pope’s deep links to the South American nation.

Prevost had been talked about as among the “papabili” — cardinals thought qualified for the papacy — and as someone who could defend and further Francis’s legacy.

But he was not a globally-recognised figure among the Catholic rank and file.

World leaders raced to welcome the 267th pope and promised to work with the Church on global issues at a time of geopolitical uncertainty.

Leo now faces a momentous task. As well as asserting his moral voice on a conflict-torn world stage, he must try to unite a divided Church and tackle burning issues such as the continued fall-out from the sexual abuse scandal.

As Cardinal Prevost, the new pope had defended the poor and underprivileged and had reposted articles online critical of US President Donald Trump’s anti-migrant policies. But the White House chief nevertheless welcomed the election.

“Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who was just named pope,” Trump said in a social media post.

“It is such an honour to realise that he is the first American Pope. What excitement, and what a Great Honor for our Country.”

It was not known how many ballots it took to elect Leo XIV, but the conclave followed recent history in wrapping up in less than two days.

While the details of the election will forever remain secret, the new pope had to secure at least two-thirds of votes to be elected.

The crowds swelled with emotion when white smoke billowed into the sky from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signalling an election on the second day of voting.

The bells of St Peter’s Basilica and churches across Rome rang out and crowds rushed towards the square to watch the basilica balcony, fitted out with red curtains for the first address from the new pope, who was introduced in Latin.

“It’s an amazing feeling,” said Joseph Brian, a 39-year-old chef from Belfast in Northern Ireland, who came with his mother to Rome for the spectacle.

“I’m not an overly religious person but, being here with all these people just blew me away,” he told AFP as people around him jumped in excitement.

People react as they see the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost making his first appearance in the main central loggia balcony of the St Peter’s Basilica for the first time, after the cardinals ended the conclave, in The Vatican, on May 8, 2025. Robert Francis Prevost was on Thursday elected the first pope from the United States, the Vatican announced. A moderate who was close to Pope Francis and spent years as a missionary in Peru, he becomes the Catholic Church’s 267th pontiff, taking the papal name Leo XIV. (Photo by JEFF PACHOUD / AFP)

‘Habemus Papam’

“Habemus Papam, woooo!” howled Bruna Hodara, 41, from Brazil, echoing the words to be spoken on the balcony as the new pope is introduced.

She, like others, recorded the historic moment on her phone, as others waved flags and cried out “Viva Il Papa!” — “Long live the pope!” in Italian.

The papal inauguration usually takes place less than a week after the election with a mass celebrated before political and religious leaders from around the world.

Ahead of that, Leo will lead a mass Friday for cardinals in the Sistine Chapel and recite the Regina Caeli prayer in St Peter’s Square on Sunday.

He will hold an audience for the media on Monday.

Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told journalists Prevost’s choice of papal name was “a clear reference to the social doctrine of the Church”.

Leo XIII, who was pope at the end of the 19th century, was a determined defender of the rights of workers.

Francis died aged 88 after a 12-year papacy during which he sought to forge a more compassionate Church.

While he provoked anger from conservatives with his progressive approach, there had been many Catholics calling for a successor in his vein.

Some 80 percent of the cardinals who voted for Prevost were appointed by Francis.

With electors hailing from 70 countries, it was the most international conclave ever.


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LONGi Joins Forces with Solar Car World Champion Innoptus Solar Team to Push the Boundaries of BC Technology

ANTWERP, Belgium, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global solar technology leaderLONGi officially announced a strategic partnership with Belgium’s Innoptus Solar Team at the unveiling ceremony held in Belgium on May 5,2025. Together, the two parties unveiled their new-generation high-performance solar racing carInfinite Apollo” featuring breakthrough back-contact (BC) cell technology and flexible photovoltaic solutions, which has attracted widespread attention. With extreme efficiency and reliability, this cutting-edge solar vehicle will compete in the prestigious Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC) in August this year to challenge for victory. This collaboration marks the first time the two parties have jointly explored new frontiers in cutting-edge photovoltaic technology applications.

LONGi officially announced a strategic partnership with Belgium’s Innoptus Solar Team at the unveiling ceremony held in Belgium on May 5, 2025.
LONGi officially announced a strategic partnership with Belgium’s Innoptus Solar Team at the unveiling ceremony held in Belgium on May 5, 2025.

Dual-Champion” Boosts “Solar + Racing” Cross-Border Innovation

Innoptus Solar Team is known as the”king of solar car racing”. Since its establishment in 2002, the team has won numerous international titles, including the BWSC World Championship. Its racing car design is famous for “maximizing energy efficiency” and achieved an impressive range of 780 kilometers on the first day of the 2023 BWSC race. Therefore, Innoptus Solar Team represents the cutting edge of solar PV technology in the field of transportation applications.

LONGi, as a global leading solar technology company, has always been at the forefront of technology innovation. Its multiple key technological innovations have led the development of the industry and have become a benchmark for technological innovation in this sector. Over the past years, LONGi has continuously set new world records for the efficiency of mono-crystalline silicon solar cells and crystalline silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells, becoming the “dual-champion” in the two mainstream tracks of technology. It is also the holder of the world record for the efficiency of crystalline silicon solar modules. In the new wave of solar cell technology iteration, LONGi has persisted in innovation, driving continuous improvement in efficiency and leading the industrial development of BC technology.

As the exclusive designated solar partner for Innoptus Solar Team’s 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC), LONGi will provide comprehensive support to empower their 11th-generation solar race car. Through delivering high-efficiency BC cell technology and co-created vehicle-integrated photovoltaic (VIPV) flexible solutions, LONGi will assist the team in significantly enhancing core performance metrics including power generation efficiency and product reliability for their solar vehicle, even under the extreme conditions of the race.

Solar-powered racing cars are the ultimate test for PV technology,” said Wout Rubbrecht, the team leader of Innoptus Solar Team. “Racing cars need to maintain efficient power generation under conditions of high-intensity vibration, extreme temperature differences, and curved body shapes. This poses almost stringent requirements for cell efficiency and reliability. LONGi not only has the highest cell conversion efficiency in the industry, but also its stronger reliability and flexible solution guarantee capabilities have given us the possibility of breaking through the limits.”

Advanced BC Technology Empowers Innoptus Solar Team the Efficient and Reliable Energy

The Bridgestone World Solar Challenge (BWSC), which began in 1987 and is held biennially, is the most prestigious and longest-standing solar car race globally. Participating teams are required to drive their 100% solar-powered cars from Darwin in the northernmost part of Australia to Adelaide in the southernmost part within six days, covering a total distance of over 3,000 kilometers. The extreme weather, complex road conditions, and uncertainties along the route pose stringent demands on the efficiency and reliability of the solar cells used in cars.

To address these challenges, LONGi has partnered with Innoptus Solar Team for in-depth technological collaboration, adopting the BC cell technology, which currently has the highest mass production efficiency in the crystalline silicon sector. LONGi’s BC cells with zero metal contact design seamlessly integrate with the appearance of solar racing cars. Their peak efficiency, superior low-light response, ultra-high power generation capability, and enhanced reliability not only comprehensively improve the efficiency of on-board solar modules but also ensure stable and efficient power output even during high-speed operation and extreme temperature differences. In addition, the flexible packaging process enabled by LONGi’s TaiRay silicon wafers achieves optimal application on curved car body surfaces, complementing the aerodynamic design of the racing cars and providing continuous and robust green power for Innoptus Solar Team’s “arduous journey” at the BWSC.

“Innoptus Solar Team is a highly passionate, challenge-embracing, and goal-oriented group. LONGi’s BC technology is inherently designed to break boundaries, and we firmly believe that our cooperation will bring stronger clean energy propulsion to solar racing cars,” said Zhang Haimeng, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer of LONGi. “LONGi is committed to empowering every driver, innovator, and explorer with the power of technological innovation. We aim to let the surging solar energy drive every journey.”

“Innovation is the soul of LONGi,” said Li Zhenguo, Founder and President of LONGi. “We respect every innovation and have the courage to keep challenging ourselves. In the past, we have been dedicated to reaching the pinnacle in the photovoltaic field, pursuing excellence in improving efficiency and reducing the cost per kilowatt-hour. Looking to the future, we hope to further extend our innovative capabilities to explore more possibilities of ‘PV +’and truly bring solar energy into the lives of every individual.”

About LONGi

Founded in 2000, LONGi is committed to being the world’s leading solar technology company, focusing on customer-driven value creation for full scenario energy transformation.

Under its mission of ‘making the best of solar energy to build a green world’, LONGi has dedicated itself to technology innovation and established five business sectors, covering mono silicon wafers cells and modules, commercial & industrial distributed solar solutions, green energy solutions and hydrogen equipment. The company has honed its capabilities to provide green energy and has more recently, also embraced green hydrogen products and solutions to support global zero carbon development. www.longi.com/

LONGi officially announced a strategic partnership with Belgium’s Innoptus Solar Team at the unveiling ceremony held in Belgium on May 5, 2025.
LONGi officially announced a strategic partnership with Belgium’s Innoptus Solar Team at the unveiling ceremony held in Belgium on May 5, 2025.

Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre (hkcivilclaim.com) Officially Launched to Provide Comprehensive Information on Work Injuries and Civil Claims

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 May 2025 – The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre (hkcivilclaim.com) officially launched today as an information and referral platform designed specifically for Hong Kong residents. The platform focuses on providing clear and transparent guidance on work injuries, traffic accidents, and other civil claims, helping citizens understand their rights. Through professional referral services, it connects users with qualified Hong Kong practicing lawyers to ensure appropriate legal assistance.
The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre offers a wealth of legal information, including methods for calculating work injury compensation, details on sick leave allowances, and application procedures, ensuring users can easily access claim-related knowledge. The website features a free work injury compensation calculator, allowing users to input data and quickly estimate potential compensation amounts with ease. As an information platform, the Centre does not provide legal advice but focuses on referring users to professional lawyers to ensure each case is handled properly. All user data is strictly confidential and will not be used for any third-party purposes, safeguarding privacy.
A standout feature of the Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre is its comprehensive “Work Injury Encyclopaedia,” which provides in-depth and detailed information tailored to different occupations, injuries, and scenarios. The website includes dedicated sections such as:
Occupations: Covers work injury cases and considerations for various industries, including construction workers, office staff, and healthcare professionals.
Injuries: Details common work-related injuries such as fractures, sprains, and chronic occupational diseases, along with related compensation information.
Scenarios: Analyzes different accident scenarios, such as falls from height or machinery operation errors, and their claim processes.
Injury Assessments: Explains the standards and procedures for work injury evaluations and compensation determinations.
FAQs: Addresses common questions about work injury claims, helping to clarify doubts.
This content has been meticulously compiled by a professional team to provide users with comprehensive and practical information, empowering them to make informed decisions during the claims process. The website is designed to be simple and intuitive, ensuring that even those unfamiliar with legal procedures can navigate and use it with ease.
A spokesperson for the Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre stated: “Our goal is to ensure every citizen clearly understands their rights and receives professional support when needed. By offering a free work injury compensation calculator and a detailed work injury encyclopaedia, we aim to simplify the claims process, giving users peace of mind and confidence.”
Visit hkcivilclaim.com now to explore more about work injuries and civil claims and use the free tools to understand your rights. The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre remains committed to supporting Hong Kong residents through a transparent and professional claims journey.

Hashtag: #HongKongCivilClaimCentre #HKCivilClaim

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About The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre

The Hong Kong Civil Claim Centre () is a platform dedicated to providing Hong Kong residents with information on civil claims, focusing on work injuries, traffic accidents, and other civil matters. We offer comprehensive legal information, including methods for calculating work injury compensation, details on sick leave allowances, and application procedures, helping users understand their rights. The website features a free work injury compensation calculator, allowing users to input data and quickly estimate compensation amounts. As an information and referral platform, we do not provide legal advice but refer users to qualified Hong Kong practicing lawyers to ensure professional assistance. All user data is strictly confidential and not used for third-party purposes, committed to supporting the claims process in a simple and transparent manner.