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LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES INNOVATION AND GROWTH STRATEGY FOR ASIA AT LG INNOFEST 2026 APAC

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Company to Highlight Region‑Specific Laundry, Kitchen and Built‑In Solutions,
Along with Its AI Home Vision, for the Asia-Pacific Market

News Summary

  • At LG InnoFest 2026 APAC in Busan, LG Electronics will present its strategy for the Asia‑Pacific market, highlighting how innovation and technology are shaping the future of home living across the region.
  • The showcase will feature a comprehensive range of region‑specific home solutions — including laundry, kitchen and built‑in products — designed to address the unique living conditions and everyday needs of Asian consumers.
  • The event supports LG’s continued growth in Asia by strengthening collaboration with regional partners and outlining the company’s long‑term direction for home innovation, including AI‑powered solutions.

SINGAPORE, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) is showcasing its latest products and region‑specific solutions at LG InnoFest 2026 APAC, held in Busan, Korea, from April 7–10. The event marks the grand finale of LG’s 2026 InnoFest series, bringing together more than 200 key partners and media representatives from approximately 20 countries across the Asia-Pacific region to strengthen collaboration and share business strategies.

Under the theme “Innovation, Forward Together,” LG InnoFest 2026 APAC offers a comprehensive look at LG’s latest products and solutions designed around Asian consumers’ lifestyles. Drawing on cultural elements that resonate widely across the region, the exhibition demonstrates how LG applies its K‑Tech innovation to deliver practical, locally relevant home solutions for diverse Asian markets.

A New Generation of Clothing Care Solutions

LG is expanding its laundry portfolio with a full WashTower™ lineup, including a new 25-inch model tailored for Asian homes, alongside existing 24-inch and 27-inch versions. Designed for space efficiency and everyday convenience, the lineup reflects LG’s deep understanding of diverse housing environments across Asia.

New top-load washer models further enhance fabric care and performance, powered by Artificial Intelligence Direct Drive™ (AI DD™) technology that optimizes wash motions based on fabric type and soil level, while TurboWash™ 3D completes a full cycle in under 30 minutes. In addition, an automatic dispenser measures and dispenses detergent for each load, reducing the need for frequent refills.

The new LG WashCombo™ further strengthens LG’s drying solutions as an all‑in‑one model, delivering stable and effective drying through LG’s Inverter HeatPump™ technology. The improved energy efficiency reflects the strong focus on electricity costs among Asian consumers, while an expanded standalone dryer lineup offers a broader range of high‑efficiency options.

LG also offers commercial laundry solutions engineered for high‑frequency, long‑hour operation. Building on more than a decade of semi‑commercial experience, the portfolio features professional‑grade capabilities such as customizable wash programs, open API connectivity, and a service‑friendly front‑access design. Leveraging this expertise, LG will introduce a new commercial washer‑dryer HeatPump Combo that integrates washing and drying in a single unit, enhancing convenience and space efficiency. Global expansion is planned following strong demand in Korea.

Smarter Kitchen Solutions for Every Lifestyle

LG is unveiling refrigerator solutions designed to reflect diverse lifestyles and housing conditions across Asia. The new Fit & Max design features a Zero Clearance Hinge, enabling a seamless built‑in appearance without wasted space against the wall, while maximizing storage capacity in compact kitchens. LG’s advanced Ice Solution addresses the high ice consumption common among Asian consumers, offering four ice options — Craft Ice™, Crushed, Cubed and Mini Craft — suited for everyday use and entertaining.

For faster, more effective dish care, LG’s latest dishwasher features an exclusive one‑hour wash‑and‑dry cycle. QuadWash™ Pro uses four spray arms with high pressure water jets and microbubbles to clean dishes from multiple angles. Dynamic Heat Dry+ enhances drying performance with a moisture-absorbing material to remove humidity and efficiently produce warm, dry air. Notably, A-grade energy efficiency is achieved across key models spanning both premium and volume segments.

For Southeast Asian markets, LG will also introduce a tailored built-in kitchen collection that includes ovens, cooktops and hoods, targeting both B2B and B2C segments. A highlight is the advanced Camera Oven, which uses an internal camera to identify ingredients inside and recommend optimal cooking mode, while monitoring surface color to check when dishes are ideally cooked.

An Immersive Exhibition Experience

For the first time at InnoFest, LG will host live commerce sessions for partners in selected markets, creating a dynamic, interactive sales environment directly from the event floor.

Moreover, attendees can explore three distinct exhibition zones, each representing different home environments across Asia. While the lifestyles showcased reflect diverse regional needs, the spatial designs are inspired by Korean dramas that have gained strong resonance across the region, creating an engaging and familiar experience for partners.

Within these zones, LG brings its AI Home vision to life, demonstrating how intelligent technologies can enhance everyday living with greater convenience. Powered by the AI Home Hub, ThinQ ON™, LG’s AI‑enabled appliances and IoT devices are seamlessly connected and coordinated to deliver intuitive, integrated home experiences. ThinQ ON has already launched in its initial market and is scheduled for a phased introduction across Asia, starting with Australia and Thailand.

As part of its long-term growth strategy in Asia, LG is extending its innovation beyond products through the global expansion of LG Subscribe, a flexible subscription service for home appliances. The company is actively developing this business in key urbanized Asian markets, including Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan region, Singapore and Vietnam, offering customers both access to appliances and comprehensive product care.

“Asia is one of our most dynamic and important markets, and InnoFest 2026 gives us a valuable opportunity to connect with our partners and share our vision for the future,” said Jaeseung Kim, Regional CEO of LG Electronics Asia Pacific. “Building on our technology innovation, we are advancing AI‑powered home solutions that reflect local lifestyles.”

About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company 

The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers’ quality of life and promoting sustainability. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG’s Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, exceptional performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LG.com/global/newsroom/.

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Burson Singapore
E-mail: bursonforlg@bursonglobal.com

Cher Sok Kheng
LG Electronics Singapore
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Shannon Kang
LG Electronics Singapore
E-mail: shannon.kang@lge.com

 

Consumer expo draws global exhibitors keen on China’s vast market

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HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 April 2026 – The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) kicked off on Monday in Haikou, capital of south China’s Hainan Province, attracting more than 3,400 brands from over 60 countries and regions.

The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, April 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Guo Cheng)
The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Haikou, south China’s Hainan Province, April 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Guo Cheng)

Themed “Opening Up Drives Global Consumption, Innovation Empowers A Better Life,” this year’s expo runs from April 13 to 18. Meanwhile, the 2026 “Shopping in China” International Consumption Season was launched simultaneously.

The sixth CICPE has expanded in scale, with an exhibition area of 143,000 square meters, up 13,000 square meters from the previous edition. International exhibits account for 65 percent of the total, an increase of 20 percentage points from last year. Meanwhile, over 200 new products are expected to make their debut, double last year’s number and spanning fields including healthcare, jewelry and digital technology.

Since its launch in 2021, the CICPE has become an important platform for multinationals to stay abreast of consumer trends in China’s gigantic market, with over 3,800 enterprises and more than 12,000 brands from 92 countries and regions participating over the past five editions.

Canada, this year’s guest country of honor, has organized its largest-ever delegation, with around 40 companies participating in sectors including cosmetics, agricultural products, health products and pet food.

Russia and Bulgaria are among nations setting up national pavilions for the first time, while official delegations from 12 countries and regions, including Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Ireland, are attending the event.

Beyond the main venue in Haikou, a health exhibition area in Hainan’s Boao features 120 international pharmaceutical and medical device companies, while a yacht show in Sanya in the province is hosting over 200 yachts, with international brands accounting for 70 percent.

Committed to building an international, professional, and market-oriented multilateral economic and trade cooperation platform, the CICPE has become a “bridgehead” for high-level opening up. It has attracted over 230,000 domestic and overseas buyers in the five expos to date.

This edition, for the first time, has set up a buyer service center on site, providing exhibitors and buyers with full-process, all-round supply-demand matchmaking services. Additionally, an online supply-demand matchmaking platform has been established, leveraging digital technology to enable one-click matching of needs.

“An estimated 65,000 professional buyers will attend this year’s expo, a 10-percent increase from the previous edition,” said Lu Min, director of the Hainan Provincial Bureau of International Economic Development. “We also plan to hold more than 10 supply-demand matchmaking events to effectively enhance the sense of fulfillment for both buyers and exhibitors.”

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Full-Process, All-Element Test Run Conducted for 2026 Beijing E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon

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BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 April 2026 – The 2026 Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon is scheduled to kick off on April 19. To ensure better preparation for the event, the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (BDA), also known as Beijing E-Town, organized a full-process, all-element test run for the 2026 Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon from the night of April 11 to the early hours of April 12. The drill comprehensively simulated core scenarios such as track passage, process scheduling, equipment coordination, and emergency support, serving as a combat-ready exercise to safeguard the official race. Of the registered teams, more than 70 participated in this test, including four international teams, with both autonomous navigation and remote-controlled teams conducting night trials on the course together.

From the night of April 11 to the early hours of April 12, the full-process, all-element test event for the 2026 Beijing E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon was held in Beijing E-Town. Pictured is a robot running during the test.
From the night of April 11 to the early hours of April 12, the full-process, all-element test event for the 2026 Beijing E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon was held in Beijing E-Town. Pictured is a robot running during the test.

As the world’s first humanoid robot marathon event brand, this competition has reached new heights in terms of scale, technological innovation, and organizational requirements. Therefore, the drill was conducted to drive a further upgrade in the quality of event preparations.

In terms of scale, the number of participating teams for this year has grown by nearly five times compared to last year, exceeding 100 teams. Covering two major categories—autonomous navigation and remote control—with autonomous teams accounting for nearly 40%, the number of participants, types of technology, and scope of testing have all reached historic highs. Consequently, full-process drills are required to solidify operational links, hone team coordination, and ensure the efficient operation of the event.

Regarding technological innovation, the first large-scale application of autonomous navigation technology has become a major highlight and challenge. In complex and changing environments, robots face difficulties in perceiving and making decisions within intricate surroundings, posing huge challenges to their computing power. At the same time, long-distance running places severe tests on the robots’ endurance, specifically examining their long-range stamina and energy management capabilities. Furthermore, dynamic balance and gait control capabilities are put to the test; robots must maintain dynamic balance at all times. Especially during high-speed running or sharp turns, the requirements for adaptive gait and millisecond-level posture correction are extremely high to prevent falls caused by shifts in the center of gravity.

In terms of regulations, this year’s event has also seen systematic upgrades in five areas: stricter rules on human intervention, more scientific start and movement protocols, clearer scoring and penalty criteria, more standardized supply and equipment management, and tighter safety and emergency procedures.

Facing these numerous challenges, the main purpose of this full-process, all-element test is to conduct technical validation, process refinement, risk prevention, and standard consolidation, ensuring the official race proceeds safely, smoothly, efficiently, and in an orderly manner. This drill, adhering to the standards of “full-process, all-scenarios, and all-elements,” followed the complete official race route of 21.0975 kilometers for the first time. It followed official race timelines, track rules, and support systems, covering two categories of teams (autonomous and remote-controlled), two types of scenarios (urban main roads and eco-parks), and two major segments (technical competition and service support). Through full-chain stress testing, the organizers carried out targeted breakthrough verifications to precisely identify potential issues and optimize procedural details.

The entire event involves a full chain of operations including start-line assembly, track control, battery swapping and resupply, finish-line diversion, emergency containment, vehicle dispatch, timing and judging, and security and medical services. All these must undergo practical drills to identify risks, optimize movement lines, and unify standards. This test comprehensively inspects the stability and reliability of humanoid robot technology, laying a solid foundation for the successful hosting of the official event.

During this test, team positioning was strictly verified and orderly arranged based on technical data submitted by each team, ensuring the process was open, standardized, fair, and orderly. As a realistic pre-race simulation drill, the test focused on process refinement, problem identification, and detail optimization. Test results were for reference only and did not count towards official rankings or race results. At the same time, speed performance and operational data of the teams during the test were within the scope of verification and do not represent their level in the official competition.

Currently, the short-distance speed of robots has improved significantly, and some teams predict that their half-marathon results may approach the level of elite human athletes. As a competition that serves as an extreme test of comprehensive performance and adaptability to complex terrain, the final results are worth looking forward to. On April 19, this human-robot co-running half-marathon will officially kick off, providing more impetus for the development of the robotics industry and accelerating the transition of humanoid robots from the laboratory to real-world applications.

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Senhwa Biosciences Secures Strategic Backing from Global Investor GEM with Up to NT$500 Million to Accelerate AI-Driven Drug Development

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TAIPEI and SAN DIEGO, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Senhwa Biosciences, Inc. (TPEx: 6492), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with GEM YIELD BAHAMAS LIMITED, an affiliate of the global investment firm Global Emerging Markets (GEM). Under the agreement, GEM intends to provide up to NT$500 million in terms of strategic funding to support Senhwa’s advancing pipeline, AI-enabled drug discovery initiatives, and global expansion strategy.

This partnership highlights growing international investors’ confidence in Senhwa’s innovative R&D capabilities and its differentiated approach to integrating artificial intelligence into the development of its core assets. In addition to its ongoing focus on cancer immunotherapy, Senhwa has been actively building an AI-driven discovery platform. Through strategic collaboration with Y combinator backed AI Native company such as CellType, the Company is leveraging next-generation C2S (cell-to-sentence) technology to deepen mechanistic insights and systematically identify potential combination therapy in treating different types of cancers.

AI-enabled validation has demonstrated that Senhwa’s lead candidates possess promising immunomodulatory potential under specific tumor microenvironment conditions. These findings support the Company’s “cold-to-hot tumor” strategy, positioning Senhwa to capture opportunities in the next wave of immuno-oncology (IO 2.0). Mechanism-driven, AI-assisted drug development is rapidly emerging as a key investment theme across global pharmaceutical and capital markets.

Global Emerging Markets (GEM), headquartered in Luxembourg with offices in Paris, New York and Nassau (Bahamas), is a leading alternative investment group focused on emerging markets. GEM has completed over 590 transactions across 75 countries. Each investment vehicle has a different degree of operational control, risk-adjusted return, and liquidity profiles. Its family of funds and investment vehicles provide GEM and its partners with exposure to Small-Mid Cap Management Buyouts, Private Investments in Public Equities and select venture investments.

Senhwa believes this strategic capital commitment will enable the Company to advance its clinical programs in parallel with its AI-driven discovery platform, further strengthening its competitive position within the global biopharmaceutical ecosystem. The partnership also lays a solid foundation for future international collaborations and potential commercialization opportunities.

Segway Navimow robotic lawn mowers set new benchmark in lawn protection with Market-First TÜV Rheinland Lawn Care Certification

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Segway Navimow X420 and i206 AWD models achieve the perfect balance between terrain capability and lawn protection: The TÜV Rheinland – certified Minimal Lawn Impact Performance.

BERLIN, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Segway Navimow, the pioneer in lawn care technology, has successfully subjected its X420 and i206 AWD robotic lawn mower models to rigorous testing by TÜV Rheinland. Both devices are the first and only to receive the coveted Lawn Care certification. This certification officially confirms that Navimow robotic lawn mowers deliver “Minimal Lawn Impact Performance,” setting a new industry benchmark for ultimate lawn protection.

The technological backbone of this achievement is the advanced Xero-turn™ AWD system. This engineering innovation enables the mower to seamlessly navigate complex garden environments, effortlessly conquering steep slopes, stone paths, exposed tree roots, and conquer uneven terrain while minimising damage to the grass or turf. By ensuring stable, slip-free traction, the Xero-turn™ technology allows the device to glide over the grass with minimal friction, effectively safeguarding the turf from damage.

Navimow: Market-first TÜV Rheinland Lawn Care Certification
Navimow: Market-first TÜV Rheinland Lawn Care Certification

The certification is based on a comprehensive test catalogue that incorporates international standards as well as TÜV Rheinland’s own benchmarks and certify the performance characteristics for maintaining a healthy and well-maintained lawn. As part of the intensive Accelerated Ageing Model a full calendar year of high-frequency mowing was simulated under European conditions. The results demonstrate:

  • Minimal lawn impact: Both models achieved Level 2 of TÜV Rheinland’s 5-level damage standard, meaning that after long-term operation, only minimal, localised traces remain, which do not affect the overall aesthetics and health of the lawn and are only visible upon close inspection.
  • Ultimate terrain capability: Both X420 and i206 AWD successfully passed the steep slope tests while simultaneously recognizing and avoiding complex obstacles such as tables, chairs, and cables.
  • Industry leadership
    • The X420 is the world’s first four-wheel drive robotic mower to receive TÜV Rheinland “Lawn Care” certification.
    • The i206 AWD is the only 3-wheel AWD robotic lawnmower on the market with this official certification.

Backed by rigorous TÜV Rheinland testing, this certification underscores Navimow’s ability to strike the perfect balance between superior off-road capability and meticulous lawn care, even in the most demanding environments. For the user, this translates to a genuinely hassle-free experience. A certified “Lawn Care” mower guarantees reliable performance across challenging terrains, eliminating the frustration of the device getting stuck and requiring manual rescue. Furthermore, it ensures the lawn is never compromised by excessive wheel friction, allowing homeowners to enjoy a pristine, perfectly manicured garden with zero manual intervention.

Disclaimer
Data is sourced from TÜV Rheinland certification reports (X420: Certificate Q 50714188 0001 / Report CN26DPDC 001; i2 AWD: Certificate Q 50714192 0001 / Report CN263HAU 001). The tests used an accelerated ageing model to simulate high-frequency residential usage scenarios for European users over a calendar year (calculated based on mowing twice a week for 10 months), with the environment including common obstacles such as tables, chairs, water pipes, electrical wires, and toys. The X420 operated normally at a slope of 57.7% (30°) and the i206 AWD at a slope of 47.6% (25°), achieving the “Minimum Lawn Impact Level.” This level refers to TÜV Rheinland’s Level 2 standard, meaning only extremely minor, localised traces (visible damage count ≤1), not affecting the overall aesthetics and health of the lawn, and only visible upon close inspection. Actual results may vary depending on lawn condition and environment.

About Segway Navimow
Segway Navimow is a subsidiary of Ninebot Limited (Stock Code: 689009). As a high-tech enterprise dedicated to the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of intelligent service robots, the company is committed to integrating next-generation innovations into everyday life. The brand’s product portfolio includes a full lineup of models, featuring the i Series, H Series, X Series, and the commercial-grade Terranox Series. This comprehensive range is designed to meet the needs of customers with different lawn sizes and usage scenarios.

Segway Navimow is a leading brand in the global robotic lawn mower market. To date, our products are available in more than 40 countries and regions worldwide, including Europe, North America, and Australia, serving more than 400,000 families.

Xinhua Silk Road: Traceability & anti-counterfeiting help ensure reliable quality of green tea in Rizhao

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BEIJING, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In Rizhao, one of the world’s three major coastal green tea cities, a complete tea industry chain traceability and anti-counterfeiting system is helping the eastern China locality ensure superb quality of local green tea.

From tea buds picking to tea brewing, every link of the green tea industry chain there is traceable.

“Spring tea is coming”, exclaimed a tea farmer in Jufeng Town of Lanshan District in Rizhao, busy checking as carefully as usual the clusters of tender green tea buds piled in his bamboo basket recently.

Such scenes merely represent a common sight in local tea farms. As a core green tea-producing area in northern China, Rizhao has integrated traceability and anti-counterfeiting into tea plantation, fresh leaves purchase, tea processing, logistics, and sales to ensure quality reliability.

For instance, in a bustling processing workshop near the tea farms in Jufeng Town, electronic traceability scales stand ready for fresh leaf weighing and other devices enable orderly quality testing, coding and related recording.

A traceability management platform has also been established in the city, allowing automatic backstage pooling of tea weight and production zone-related information via electronic traceability scales and grower information when tea farmers use special QR codes and cards for tea trading.

While local tea producers are testing products quality, real-time results of such testing are synchronously uploaded to the afore-mentioned online traceability management platform for precise quality control.

For green tea products, they will be labeled with special traceability and anti-counterfeiting marks, which offer an easy access for consumers to query the entire process of tea planting, processing and testing.

This year, Rizhao plans to shape four model localities for green tea traceability to spur more replicable and applicable benchmarks for the city’s green tea industry, according to Li Yirun, a member of Rizhao government’s green tea work panel.

Three four-pronged mechanisms are scheduled to be adopted to further enhance green tea traceability and anti-counterfeiting among local tea traders, tea farmers, processing businesses, and tea market construction contributors, added Li.

Under such circumstances, Rizhao, whose green tea gains fame at home and abroad for the refreshing aroma, mellow taste, thick leaves and multiple infusions, is poised to embrace a vibrant rural vitalization and green development booster.

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Exito Media Concepts Announces the 46th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026

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Smart Investments. Scalable Tech. Stronger Security

23rd April 2026 | Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur Midtown | 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 14, 2026  /PRNewswire/ — Exito Media Concepts today announced the 46th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026, convening on 23rd April 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur Midtown. The summit will bring together more than 200 C-Level executives, technology directors, and government leaders to address the strategic and operational imperatives shaping Malaysia’s next phase of digital growth.

Now in its 46th edition and part of a series spanning 11+ countries, the summit has established itself as one of Asia Pacific’s most consequential forums for enterprise technology leadership.

The Strategic Context: Malaysia’s Digital Economy at a Critical Juncture

Malaysia’s digital economy is undergoing a structural shift. Driven by targeted government-led initiatives and accelerating enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and Web 3.0, organizations across every sector are fundamentally reimagining how they operate, compete, and deliver value.

The opportunity is significant. Yet the path to enterprise-wide transformation demands more than technology investment — it requires navigating complex cybersecurity environments, integrating legacy infrastructure with modern digital architecture, developing organizational capabilities at pace, and embedding a culture of innovation that sustains long-term resilience. For Malaysia’s business leadership, strategic clarity has never been more consequential.

The Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026 is designed precisely for this inflection point.

Enterprise Transformation in Practice

The business case for bold digital action is already being written across Malaysia. A leading domestic enterprise recently undertook a comprehensive digital transformation initiative — transitioning to a cloud-first infrastructure supported by advanced data analytics and AI capabilities.

The results were measurable and material: automating key operational processes delivered significant gains in efficiency and organizational agility. The concurrent deployment of robust cybersecurity frameworks ensured data integrity and regulatory compliance. Simultaneously, structured workforce upskilling programmes enabled teams to perform with confidence in an evolving technology environment.

The outcome: improved business performance, deeper customer engagement, and a materially stronger competitive position within Malaysia’s digital economy. It is precisely this calibre of real-world insight that the Summit is built to surface and scale.

Event Overview

The 46th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026 is part of a globally recognized series of events hosted across 11+ countries. This edition will convene more than 200 C-Level Executives, Directors, Heads of Technology, Government leaders, and digital transformation leaders from across industries.

Through expert-led keynotes, panel discussions, and real-world case studies, the summit will highlight innovative strategies, emerging technologies, and actionable insights that empower organizations to drive digital growth and operational excellence.

Date: 23rd April 2026

Time: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Venue: Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur Midtown

Website: https://digitransformationsummit.com/malaysia/

Summit Agenda: Technology Priorities Shaping 2026

Delivered through expert-led keynotes, high-impact panel discussions, and documented case studies, the Summit agenda will address the technology priorities most consequential to enterprise leaders this year:

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Embedding intelligent decision-making and automation across core business functions — from supply chain to customer experience to financial operations.

Web 3.0 & Emerging Technologies Navigating decentralized innovation and unlocking new digital ecosystems with long-term enterprise relevance.

Internet of Things (IoT) Advancing operational connectivity and efficiency across industries through integrated sensor and data infrastructure.

Quantum Computing Examining the practical and strategic implications of the next frontier in computational capability.

Cybersecurity & Data Protection Strengthening enterprise digital resilience against an increasingly sophisticated and expansive threat landscape.

Cloud & Scalable Infrastructure Building the foundational agility, continuity, and scalability demanded by modern enterprise growth.

Digital Culture & Transformation Strategy Developing the leadership frameworks and organizational behaviours that sustain transformation well beyond initial implementation.

Data-Driven Decision Making Harnessing analytics to convert raw data into competitive intelligence and measurable business outcomes.

PR Newswire is the Official Press Release Distribution Partner of the 46th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026.

About Exito Media Concepts

Exito — the word for success — is both the name and the operating philosophy of one of the world’s most active B2B events and media organizations. Over 16 years, Exito has built a reputation for delivering 240+ conferences annually across technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, healthcare, and emerging enterprise sectors worldwide.

Every Exito event is defined by meticulous agenda curation, access to world-class speaker communities, and a commitment to market-driven insight that translates directly into strategic value for attendees, sponsors, and partners. The result is a global platform trusted by thousands of senior executives to inform their most consequential decisions.

Media Contact

Prakruthi Nayaka

Media and PR Executive, Exito Media Concepts

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Website: https://digitransformationsummit.com/malaysia/ 

 

Volvo launches new electric trucks – with ranges up to 700 km

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Volvo Trucks keeps pushing the boundaries for electric truck transport. With the launch of its new electric trucks with improved performance, flexibility and ranges up to 700 km, this is a new benchmark for electric heavy-duty trucks.

Volvo Trucks launches new electric trucks with improved performance and ranges of up to 700 km – a new benchmark for electric heavy-duty trucks.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden , April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Trucks is a global leader in the electric segment with one of the largest electric truck line-ups in the industry. The company can now announce some major electric news:

Firstly, a new long-distance electric truck, the FH Aero Electric with extended range, capable of driving up to 700 km on one charge* – a breakthrough for heavy electric trucks and driving the really long distances.

Secondly, the next-generation heavy-duty Volvo FH, FM and FMX Electric trucks, with major improvements in flexibility, productivity, driving comfort and with ranges up to 470 km*, making it possible to switch to electric truck operation for even more transport assignments.

“We’re really sharpening our offering here. We are broadening it and making electric solutions possible for an even wider range of transport assignments, and also adding a cutting-edge electric truck with a range of up to 700 km. This means we can fully match the business needs of our customers. It has never been easier to replace diesel trucks with electric ones,” says Roger Alm, President Volvo Trucks.

“We stand firm in our belief that electric vehicles will deliver a large part of the world’s truck transport in the future. With the amazing performance of all our new trucks, it’s easy to see why.”

Long-distance truck – up to 700 km range, megawatt charging, and high payload

The new long-distance truck, the Volvo FH Aero Electric with extended range, can drive up to 700 km on one charge thanks to a new driveline technology, the e-axle, which creates space for significantly more battery capacity onboard. The truck is adapted to the new MCS (Megawatt Charging System) standard and charging the 8 batteries from 20% to 80% will take approximately 50 minutes. This means charging can be done within the legislated rest period for truck drivers in the EU, thereby contributing to high productivity.

“This long-haul electric truck is the best in the industry. It offers an outstanding range in combination with high payload, fast charging and great riding comfort. With this truck, our customers can drive the really long distances and throughout an entire working day with the same productivity as diesel trucks,” says Roger Alm.

New FH, FM, FMX trucks – up to 470 km range, all-new versatile driveline, and superior drivability

The new FH, FM and FMX Electric trucks have an all-new driveline designed for maximum flexibility across different applications. It offers excellent drivability and is engineered so that the driver can drive the truck and power auxiliary equipment such as a concrete mixer, hook lift or refuse unit without extra motors or add-ons. This is due to an integrated gearbox power take-off (PTO) with increased functionality enabling usage during driving. The trucks will have a range of up to 470 km and can be charged from 20% to 80% in approximately 65 minutes.

“The next-generation FH, FM and FMX Electric are packed with new, smart functions, they offer great driver comfort and make zero tailpipe emissions transport available for very wide range of transport assignments,” says Roger Alm.

Seamless gear shifting with all trucks
All new trucks – the new Volvo FH, FM and FMX Electric, and the FH Aero Electric with extended range – are equipped with a gearbox optimized for electric transmission paired with dual motors to deliver smoother and more controlled performance. The new powershift gearboxes, eight-speed on the new Volvo FH, FM and FMX Electric and six-speed on the FH Aero Electric with extended range, offer seamless gear shifting and also produce less noise and vibration for a more comfortable workday.

The new trucks will be rolled out step by step to markets starting in 2026.

*Range depends on external conditions such as the weather and wind resistance, as well as other factors such as total weight of the truck and the driver’s performance.

Facts:

Volvo FH Aero Electric with extended range

Purpose: Long-haul and intercity transport, 700+ km distance covered within one day.

Core feature: Compact e-axle integrating two electric motors and six-speed gearbox into the rear axle, freeing up chassis space for more batteries. Up to 460 kW (623 hp) power output. More usable energy onboard and higher charging pace, ideal for hub-to-hub routes and two-shift operations.

Total capacity: Up to 48 tonnes GCW (Gross Combination Weight). Flexible battery configuration to optimize balance between range and payload. Payload up to 28 tonnes.

Range: Up to 700 km on a single charge*

Charging: 700 kW MCS (Megawatt) 20-80 % in approximately 50 minutes | 350kW CCS (Combined Charging System) 20-80% in approximately 85 minutes

Special capability: Electric power take-off for refrigerated units eliminating the need for a separate diesel generator.

Volvo FH, FM and FMX Electric – next generation

Purpose: On-road construction, regional distribution, urban logistics, utilities, refuse and heavy special applications.

Core feature: New dual-motor drivetrain with purpose-built gearbox with eight gears to maximize electric torque. Up to 540 kW (731 hp) power output.

Flexibility: Built for heavier loads and demanding topography; can be specified with twin-drive axles and low gearing for maximum flexibility.

Range: Up to 470 km on a single charge*

Total capacity: Up to 65 tonnes GCW (Gross Combination Weight). Flexible battery configuration to optimize balance between range and payload. Payload up to 23.8 tonnes (4×2 tractor).

Charging: 350 kW CCS (Combined Charging System) 20-80% in approximately 65 minutes.

Special capability: Multiple configurations with several power take-off solutions – split motors or dual-motor output for cranes, hook lifts or tipper bodies. Truck and body can be operated simultaneously.

Towards fossil-free transport
Volvo Trucks drives the transition towards fossil-free transport to reach its net-zero emissions target by 2040. Using a three-path technology strategy, that is built on battery electric, fuel cell electric and combustion engines that run on renewable fuels like green hydrogen, biogas, biodiesel or HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil).

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14 April, 2026 

CONTACT: 
Helena Lind
Media Relations Director, Volvo Trucks
helena.lind@volvo.com 
+46 765 536257

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