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15 Years of Huion: Imagine the Future with the Debut of the “Concept Creative Set”

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LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On March 12, Huion—a leading brand in digital ink tools—celebrates its 15th anniversary. Over the past 15 years, Huion has evolved from a startup into an industry leader, dedicated to providing affordable yet high-performance pen tablets and displays for artists worldwide.

To mark this milestone, Huion is launching a series of global events, including giveaways, exclusive deals, and engaging drawing contests across its official website and social media platforms. What’s more, Huion introduces its groundbreaking Concept Creative Set—a visionary look at the future of creative devices and the first of its kind in the industry.

The Concept Creative Set includes:

  • Huion Infinite Canvas
  • Huion PenTech Infinite
  • Huion Dream Catcher

The Huion PenTech Infinite pen supports Omni-Spatial Creation. Whether working on 2D surfaces or within 3D spaces, users can create on the Infinite Canvas, in the air, or even on physical walls and desks. This technology mimics the tactile feel of real brushes with advanced tilt sensitivity, untethering the artist from the desk.

Meanwhile, the Dream Catcher works by decoding the user’s brainwave and physiological signals during sleep, converting dream data into real-time visual, auditory, and emotional inspirations. These serve as raw references and materials for the creative process. It also enables real-time collaboration with other online artists, allowing for live edits and synchronized drawings on the same artwork. Users can store their dreams and digital artwork in a dedicated cloud space: DreamScape.

Huion’s motivation for designing these concept tools is to break free from the limitations of traditional hardware. By stepping away from mass-production and cost constraints, Huion is boldly exploring new creative forms that push the boundaries of artistic tools. This reflects Huion’s vision to redefine its role as a pioneer of digital-era creative culture and the future of artistic lifestyles.

Looking ahead, Huion will continue to challenge conventional beliefs about the tools and conditions required for art, striving to innovate and bring more accessible, boundary-breaking tools to artists and designers everywhere.

To explore more ideas of the concept products, visit huion.com. To upgrade your creative setup, follow @huiontablet and Huion’s official community for a chance to win exclusive anniversary prizes.

 

LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. and Shime Town Launch Full-Scale Initiative to Balance Teacher Work-Style Reform and Club Activity Engagement

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Following a pilot program, the new initiative aims to expand in scale, enabling teachers to choose whether to teach through side jobs.

TOKYO, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: LFS) (the “Company” or “Leifras”), a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement, today announced that it has entered into a contract (the “Contract”) with Shime Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture (“Shime Town“) to support the transition of junior high school club activities to local communities in Shime Town and to provide sports instruction and related management services.

Leifras has been engaging in a one-year pilot program in Shime Town from April 2025 (the “Pilot Program”). Through the new initiative under the Contract (the “Initiative”), Leifras expects to advance nationwide reforms to improve teachers’ working conditions while establishing a system for compensated “side jobs” that allows teachers who wish to provide guidance for club activities to receive fair compensation, thereby creating a new model for regional club activities.

Contract Overview

Client: Shime Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture
Contract Period: February 2, 2026 to March 31, 2027 (Leifras’ instruction services are scheduled to commence from April 2026)

Background: Nationwide Transition Pursuing Better Club Activities for Both Children and Teachers

Japan’s transition of extracurricular club activities to local communities aims to ensure that children continue to have opportunities to engage in diverse sports and cultural activities even amid declining birthrates. At the same time, the transition seeks to enhance the quality of school club activities through specialized instruction by experienced professionals. Additionally, the transition also helps reduce the burden on teachers, who have long faced challenges such as long working hours due to supervision duties on holidays, thereby promoting reforms in teachers’ working practices.

The core of the transition lies in building a sustainable club activity framework while maintaining the educational roles that club activities have traditionally fulfilled in Japan: fostering social skills and character development. However, many teachers have expressed sentiments for teaching club activities. Additionally, numerous students have expressed anxiety about the future, asking whether teachers will still be able to participate in club activities.

The shift to community-based club activities is an educational reform that aims to provide children with the optimal environment for club activities while also increasing the options available to teachers regarding club activity instruction. Under the Contract with Shime Town, Leifras’ instructors are expected to take the lead in guiding club activities on holidays, creating an environment where children can receive specialized instruction. Meanwhile, teachers who wish to continue guiding club activities can do so as “side jobs” with permission from their schools and receive compensation for their work. The Initiative aims to build a sustainable framework for club activities. In the Pilot Program, three teachers in Shime Town conducted extracurricular club activities on holidays as compensated side jobs.

Future Prospects: From Pilot Testing to Full-scale Implementation

With the Pilot Program, Leifras has accumulated expertise in managing club activities tailored to Shime Town through engagement in Shime Town’s transition of junior high school club activities to community-based programs.

Through the Initiative, Leifras plans to expand its scope and continue working alongside Shime Town to build a sustainable sports environment through collaboration among the municipality, schools, and private-sector companies.

Market Environment and Trends

Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (“MEXT”) has designated the six-year period from 2026 to 2031 as the “Reform Implementation Period” under its “Comprehensive Guidelines for the Reform of Club Activities and the Promotion of Community Club Activities”. The guidelines state the following specific initiatives for this period:

  • Holiday Club Activities: In principle, MEXT aims to shift all holiday club activities to community-based models.
  • Weekday Club Activities: MEXT plans to execute further reforms while addressing various issues.

This signifies that following the previous trial “Promotion Period (FY2023-2025),” the implementation of the guideline now entered a phase of full-scale implementation of community-based club activities across all local governments nationwide.

The Contract with Shime Town commences in the first year of the “Reform Implementation Period” (FY2026) and serves as a pioneering case aligned with the national policy roadmap.

As this nationwide transition to community-based clubs accelerates, Leifras aims to further strengthen its position in the expanding market for outsourced public education-related services.

Achievements in Club Activity Support

Leifras has been supporting school clubs since before the nationwide call for localization of club activities, and has been cooperating with a number of local governments across Japan. The Company’s financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2025 also reflected this high demand for school club support, with social business sales increasing 36.4% year-on-year and the number of schools contracted for club activities increasing 53.2% year-on-year, demonstrating continued rapid growth.

  • Social business sales: JPY 2,358.6 million (+36.4% year-on-year)
  • Number of schools contracted for club activities: 360 schools (+53.2% year-on-year)

Selected Ongoing Projects Since Fiscal Year 2024

Leifras is expanding its portfolio of club activity support projects, including multi-year contracts, primarily in urban areas and large municipalities.

  • Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City (Chikusa Ward, Showa Ward, and 12 other wards): New athletic and cultural activity projects at Nagoya City elementary schools
  • Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya City: Nagoya Club Activity Talent Bank Contract Project Tokyo, Minato Ward: Club activity coaching services

Selected New Projects Since Fiscal Year 2025

  • Osaka Prefecture, Suita City: Suita City Junior High School Club Activity Management and Operation Services
  • Tokyo, Shibuya Ward: Operation and management personnel and specialized instructor placement for 10 athletic clubs at two public junior high schools
  • Hokkaido, Monbetsu City: Monbetsu City Community Club Management Services

About LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Leifras is a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement. The Company primarily provides services related to the organization and operations of sports schools and sports events for children. As of December 31, 2024, Leifras was recognized as one of Japan’s largest operators of children’s sports schools in terms of both membership and facilities by Tokyo Shoko Research. The Company’s approach to sports education emphasizes the development of non-cognitive skills, following the teaching principle “acknowledge, praise, encourage, and motivate.” The holistic approach that integrates physical and mental development sets Leifras apart in the industry. Building upon deep experience and know-how in sports education, Leifras also operates a robust social business sector, dispatching sports coaches to meet various community needs with the aim to promote physical health, social inclusion, and community well-being across different demographics.

For more information, please visit the Company’s website: https://ir.leifras.co.jp/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may,” or other similar expressions in this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks, including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

For more information, please contact:

LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.
Investor Relations Department
Email: IR@leifras.co.jp

Ascent Investor Relations LLC

Tina Xiao
Phone: +1-646-932-7242
Email: investors@ascent-ir.com

Nuance Pharma Announces Approval of Ohtuvayre® (ensifentrine) in Hong Kong SAR, China

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Approval marks the second regulatory approval outside of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, further expanding access to COPD patients in select Special Administrative Regions (SARs) in Greater China

SHANGHAI, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Nuance Pharma (“Nuance”) announced that the Hong Kong Drug Office approved Ohtuvayre® (ensifentrine) for the maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adult patients under the “1+ mechanism.”

Ohtuvayre® is the first novel inhaled mechanism for the treatment of COPD in more than 20 years and combines bronchodilator and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory effects. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Ohtuvayre in June 2024 for the maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adult patients.

The approval of Ohtuvayre in Hong Kong SAR, China, was based on the Global Phase 3 ENHANCE trials and referencing the completed ENHANCE-CHINA trial. In the ENHANCE trials, Ohtuvayre demonstrated clinical benefits both alone and when used in combination with a LABA, a LABA+ICS, a LAMA, or a LAMA+ICS.

Mark Lotter, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Nuance Pharma, said: “We are pleased to announce that the Hong Kong regulatory authority has approved the registration of Ohtuvayre under the “1+ mechanism,” which also marks the second regulatory approval outside of the U.S. We are proud to provide access to this highly innovative COPD treatment to patients in Hong Kong and Macau.”

Ohtuvayre was approved by the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau Macau in February 2025, and was introduced in the Greater Bay Area in November 2025 through the “Hong Kong and Macau Medicine and Equipment Connect” policy and can be used in designated medical institutions. In November 2024, Nuance Pharma launched Ohtuvayre in China’s Hainan Boao Pilot Zone through an early access program. in January 2026, Nuance Pharma announced acceptance for review of the new drug application for Ohtuvayre by the national medical products administration of China.

In 2021, Nuance Pharma entered into an agreement with Verona Pharma for the exclusive rights to develop and commercialize Ohtuvayre in Greater China (mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan).

In October 2025, Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA, known as MSD outside the United States and Canada, announced the completion of the acquisition of Verona Pharma plc. MSD holds the exclusive rights to develop and commercialize Ohtuvayre in all markets outside of Greater China.

About Ohtuvayre® (ensifentrine)

Ohtuvayre® is the first inhaled therapy for the maintenance treatment of COPD in adult patients that combines bronchodilator and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory activities in one molecule.  Ohtuvayre was evaluated in a Phase 3 clinical program ENHANCE (“Ensifentrine as a Novel inHAled Nebulized COPD thErapy”) for COPD maintenance treatment. Ohtuvayre met the primary endpoint in both ENHANCE-1 and ENHANCE-2, demonstrating statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements in lung function.

Ohtuvayre Indication and Important Safety Information

INDICATION

Ohtuvayre is indicated for the maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adult patients.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Contraindication: Ohtuvayre is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to ensifentrine or any component of this product.

Warnings and Precautions:
Acute Episodes of Bronchospasm Ohtuvayre should not be used for the relief of acute symptoms, i.e., as rescue therapy for the treatment of acute episodes of bronchospasm. Acute symptoms should be treated with an inhaled, short-acting bronchodilator.

Paradoxical Bronchospasm As with other inhaled medicines, Ohtuvayre may produce paradoxical bronchospasm, which may be life threatening. If paradoxical bronchospasm occurs following dosing with Ohtuvayre, it should be treated immediately with an inhaled, short-acting bronchodilator. Ohtuvayre should be discontinued immediately and alternative therapy should be instituted.

Psychiatric Events Including Suicidality Before initiating treatment with Ohtuvayre, healthcare providers should carefully weigh the risk and benefits of treatment with Ohtuvayre in patients with a history of depression and/or suicidal thoughts or behavior. Patients, their caregivers, and families should be advised of the need to be alert for the emergence or worsening of insomnia, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or other mood changes, and if such changes occur to contact their healthcare provider. Healthcare providers should carefully evaluate the risks and benefits of continuing treatment with Ohtuvayre if such events occur.

Treatment with Ohtuvayre is associated with an increase in psychiatric adverse reactions. Psychiatric events including suicide-related adverse reactions were reported in clinical studies in patients who received Ohtuvayre (1 suicide attempt and 1 suicide). Additionally, the most commonly reported psychiatric adverse reactions in the pooled 24-week safety population were insomnia (6 patients [0.6%] Ohtuvayre 3 mg; 2 patients [0.3%] placebo), and anxiety (2 patients [0.2%] Ohtuvayre 3 mg; 1 patient [0.2%] placebo). Depression-related reactions including depression, major depression, and adjustment disorder with depressed mood occurred in 4 patients [0.4%] receiving Ohtuvayre and no patients receiving placebo.

Adverse Reactions: The most common adverse reactions ≥1% in Ohtuvayre and greater than placebo in the pooled population were back pain 1.8%, hypertension 1.7%, urinary tract infection 1.3%, and diarrhea 1.0%.

These are not all of the possible risks associated with Ohtuvayre.

Please see Prescribing Information for Ohtuvayre (ensifentrine) at: https://ohtuvayrehcp.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/Ohtuvayre-US-Prescribing-Information.pdf, Patient Information for Ohtuvayre at: https://ohtuvayre.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ohtuvayre-US-Prescribing-Information.pdf.

About Nuance Pharma

Nuance Pharma is an innovation-focused biopharmaceutical company, with both late-stage clinical pipeline and commercial stage asset portfolio. Focusing on specialty care, Nuance has established a differentiated combination of commercialized assets and innovative pipeline across respiratory, pain management, emergency care and iron deficiency anemia. With the mission to address critical unmet medical needs in Asia Pacific, Nuance deploys the Dual Wheel model that develops a global leading innovative pipeline, while maintaining a self-sustainable commercial operation in both China and Asia as a region. For more information, please visit www.nuancepharma.com.

Forward-looking Statements

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Thakhek’s Mekong Riverbank Protection Project Advances Toward Mid-2026 Completion

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Authorities inspected the construction work on the Mekong riverbank protection project in Thakhek Khammouane Province Laos. (Photo by LSM Construction Co., Ltd)

A Mekong riverbank protection project in Thakhek, Khammouane Province is progressing toward completion, reaching over 60 percent completion, official reports

The project is a part of the Greater Mekong Subregion Corridor Towns Development Project Phase IV (GMS4). Aimed at improving urban infrastructure and strengthening economic connectivity along the Greater Mekong Subregion, the program is funded through a grant from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). 

Total project value stands at USD 54.06, with USD 48 million from ADB and an additional USD 6.06 million from the Lao Government. Under GMS4, corridors in Laos, including Thakhek district and Paksan district in Bolikhamxay Province, are receiving investments in urban infrastructure and riverbank protection.

Within Thakhek, approximately USD 20.94 million has been allocated for the riverbank protection works, supported by USD 2.84 million in Lao government counterpart funding.

Originally scheduled for implementation between 2019 and 2023, the project timeline has since been extended and is now expected to be completed by 30 June.

While most of the areas are at 70 percent completion, Viphaphone Inthilad, Deputy Department of Urban Planning, said global economic instability and rising fuel prices have created challenges for project implementation, making it difficult for contractors to maintain full construction capacity.

Beyond Riverbank Protection

In addition to strengthening the riverbank along the Mekong River, the program also includes several supporting infrastructure projects in the city.

These include the construction of a sanitary landfill facility, the development of urban drainage systems, and the installation of a wastewater treatment pond. Officials confirmed these components of the programme have already been completed.

At the same time, restoration and heritage conservation work in the old town area of Thakhek has reached 34 percent completion.

Authorities say the combined projects are intended to improve urban infrastructure, protect riverbank areas, and support long-term urban development in corridor towns across Laos.

GenScript Strengthens Transatlantic Biotech Infrastructure with European mRNA Hub

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Strategic investment reinforces Europe as a core pillar of GenScript’s global R&D and production network, following recent U.S. facility expansion.

DELFT, Netherlands, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GenScript announced the official opening of its first European mRNA production site in Delft, the Netherlands, marking a significant expansion of the company’s global mRNA platform and reinforcing Europe as a core pillar of its integrated R&D and production network.

Ribbon cutting ceremony for the European mRNA production site in Delft, the Netherlands
Ribbon cutting ceremony for the European mRNA production site in Delft, the Netherlands

The Delft facility strengthens GenScript’s transatlantic biotechnology infrastructure, enabling greater regional proximity, regulatory alignment, and supply chain resilience for European innovators developing next-generation therapies, vaccines, and advanced biologics.

“Having a local GenScript facility in the EU makes a real difference for us,” said Paula Río, PhD, Hematopoietic Innovative Therapies Unit, CIEMAT/CIBERER/FJD, UAM. “The closer proximity enables more seamless collaboration, faster turnaround times, and reduced shipping delays. Working with a team that’s fully aligned with EU regulations and standards strengthens the partnership and makes day‑to‑day interactions significantly easier.”

This ability to translate global capabilities into regionally embedded, customer‑ready infrastructure reflects GenScript’s broader platform strategy. As a U.S.-founded biotechnology company established in New Jersey more than two decades ago, GenScript continues to expand its innovation footprint across North America and Europe through disciplined, long-term investment in scalable platform infrastructure.

“Europe is not an outpost in our network; it is a core pillar of our global mRNA platform,” said Shawn Wu, President of GenScript EU Division. “By integrating Delft into our unified global operating system, we are delivering greater speed, regulatory alignment, and operational resilience for our partners, while maintaining one uncompromising global standard.”

A Platform Expansion; Not a Standalone Facility

Built within one of Europe’s strongest life science ecosystems, the Delft site provides end-to-end mRNA workflow capabilities, including:

  • Gene design and synthesis
  • Vector engineering
  • IVT mRNA production
  • Proprietary GenCap™ mRNA capping technology
  • UTR optimization and formulation support

The facility operates within GenScript’s AI-enabled digital operating model, supporting process consistency, accelerated turnaround times, and seamless integration with the company’s global R&D and manufacturing network.

By aligning with EU regulatory standards while remaining fully integrated into GenScript’s global quality systems, the site enables customers to move efficiently from research-grade mRNA to downstream development pathways across regions.

Integrated Global Continuity

The Delft opening follows GenScript’s continued expansion of its U.S. innovation footprint, including capacity growth at its New Jersey campus, and complements its broader global operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Together, these investments reflect GenScript’s coordinated strategy to build resilient, high-quality growth platforms that support life science innovation from early discovery through advanced development stages.

The company’s mRNA capabilities are part of a broader integrated biotechnology ecosystem from discovery to development to manufacturing; enabling to move from idea to impact within a unified global system.

Supporting Europe’s Innovation Momentum

GenScript established its European Division headquarters in the Netherlands in 2021 and has steadily expanded regional operations since then. The Delft mRNA site deepens that commitment by strengthening local access to advanced mRNA technologies while maintaining global scale.

“From our first conversations, GenScript has demonstrated a strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence,” said Cindy Gerhardt, Managing Director of Planet B.io. “We’ve built a valuable partnership driven by a shared ambition to accelerate biotech research and innovation. The opening of this state-of-the-art lab strengthens the position of the Biotech Campus Delft—not only for our own community, but for the broader European biotech ecosystem.”

“This expansion reflects disciplined execution of our global platform strategy,” said Sherry Shao, CEO of GenScript Biotech Corporation. “As a U.S.-founded company committed to advancing biotechnology worldwide, we continue to invest in resilient, regionally anchored infrastructure that supports innovation with speed, quality, and trust. At GenScript, ‘Scripting Possibilities’ means building the integrated global systems that allow science to move confidently from discovery to development, across regions, and at scale.”

Advancing the Future of mRNA Innovation

The Delft expansion represents one chapter in GenScript’s long-term strategy to build scalable, automation-driven biotechnology platforms worldwide; advancing scientific discovery through integrated, high-quality infrastructure designed for the future of therapeutic development.

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop ground breaking treatments and products. As a cornerstone of the global life science ecosystem, GenScript actively collaborates with a diverse network of partners—from academic institutions to industry leaders—to co-create cutting-edge solutions that redefine service excellence. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, GenScript has become a trusted global partner with a team of 5,500+ employees, supporting over 200,000 customers across 100+ countries and regions, including the world’s Top 20 pharma companies.

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Melis Inceer, Head of Integrated Communications & Content
Melis.Inceer@genscript.com
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Surforce Technology Group Achieves Major Breakthrough in Functional Nanofiber Nonwoven Materials

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Technology Reaches International Advanced Level, Accelerating Global Market Expansion

QINGDAO, China, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from iQingdao: Recently, the “Low-Carbon Industrialized Complete Technology and Equipment for Functional Nanofiber Nonwoven Materials” independently developed by Surforce (Qingdao) Technology Group Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Surforce Technology Group”) has passed authoritative appraisal, with the overall technology reaching internationally advanced levels. This breakthrough not only resolves the worldwide challenge of electrospinning industrialization but also provides the global market with a fluorine-free, environmentally friendly PTFE alternative solution, leveraging the cost advantages brought by mass production.

Since its establishment in 2003, Surforce Technology Group has remained dedicated to the R&D and industrial application of advanced materials. Through years of technological accumulation, the company has built China’s first ten-million-meter-scale nanofiber factory, with an annual production capacity of 20 to 30 million meters.

Surforce Nanofiber Membrane
Surforce Nanofiber Membrane

In 2025, the Group received high-level national and industry recognition in this field: Won Second Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress from the China National Textile and Apparel Council; Awarded the “Top Ten Textile Technologies in China” achievement title; Selected for the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology’s 2025 Key Products and Processes “End-to-End” Application Plan and the Qingdao Municipal Science and Technology Bureau’s Key Technology Research Projects.

The Group’s core product, “Surforce Nanofiber Membrane,” features extremely large specific surface area, excellent mechanical properties, composite structural performance, and special physical and chemical characteristics. It can be produced using various raw materials and is widely applied in new energy, high-end filtration, consumer electronics, and textile sectors. The product serves as a separator material for semi-solid-state batteries, high-end filtration (high-temperature gas dust collection) material, and waterproof breathable material for consumer electronics. In the textile field, this product overcomes the limitations of traditional PTFE and TPU membranes in terms of breathability and elasticity, driving the extension of protective clothing into daily functional apparel. The company has already established partnerships with renowned domestic and international brands.

The Group places strong emphasis on R&D investment and intellectual property system development. It currently holds 25 authorized patents at home and abroad, has passed TÜV Rheinland certification, and obtained internationally authoritative certifications including ISO 9001, OEKO-TEX, and GRS.

In response to global opportunities in the new materials industry, the Group will continue to deepen its full-chain innovation system and promote the large-scale application of high-performance nanofiber materials. “We will remain technology-driven, committed to bringing Chinese nanomaterials to the world and providing global customers with cost-effective, environmentally friendly solutions,” said a senior executive of Surforce Technology Group.

About Surforce Technology Group:

Established in 2003, Surforce Technology Group is a leading Chinese manufacturer of functional nanomaterials, possessing a complete independent intellectual property system. The company is committed to providing global customers with high-performance, low-carbon, and environmentally friendly nanomaterial solutions.

Contact us:

https://www.surforce.cc/

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Bridge Data Centres Plans Major Investment with Global Partners to Strengthen Singapore’s Position as Asia Pacific’s Leading AI Hub

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  • Strategic Investment of S$3-5 billion in Singapore to advance AI-ready data centre developments, supporting over 2 GW of AI-ready capacity globally, and driving technological innovation with international ecosystem partners.
  • First-mover advantage as one of Asia Pacific’s top three hyperscale data centre developers, with proven track record delivering large-scale campus developments in Malaysia, Thailand and India, supporting regional AI and cloud demand.
  • Pioneering sustainable energy solutions, including Singapore’s first floating hydrogen power generation model leveraging the nation’s strengths in maritime transport, port infrastructure and global energy supply chains and research into nuclear energy as a future clean power source for data centres.
  • Building an integrated innovation ecosystem in Singapore through partnerships with universities, research institutions and global technology companies, while supporting job creation and talent development initiatives for around 3,000 students and professionals.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2026 – Bridge Data Centres (BDC), a Singapore-headquartered digital infrastructure platform backed by Bain Capital, has announced ambitious plans to invest S$3-5 billion in Singapore to advance next-generation digital infrastructure and strengthen the country’s position as a leading AI and cloud hub in Asia Pacific.

BDC had announced its new strategic brand identity in early 2026 that reflects the Company’s position of being a leading hyperscale and AI-infrastructure builder with a growing network of mega-campus developments in Asia Pacific. With close to a decade of experience developing high quality data centres, BDC’s new brand identity reflects BDC’s reputation as platform built on disciplined execution, certainty of delivery, and the ability to scale with customers.

As AI and high-density workloads accelerate across Asia Pacific, customers are looking for partners who can offer world-class capabilities and local agility, provide bespoke solutions at scale, and deliver and operate with a proven track record.

With Singapore serving as its global headquarters, BDC is uniquely positioned to support hyperscale customers and global technology companies seeking high-performance, sustainable and scalable data centre platforms across Asia Pacific, while enabling global technology companies to establish and expand their presence in Singapore as they develop AI and digital capabilities in the region.

Over the past decade, BDC has established itself as one of Asia Pacific’s leading digital infrastructure developers and operators. The Company currently operates and develops hyperscale campuses across Malaysia, Thailand and India.

Building on strong relationships with global hyperscale customers and ecosystem partners, BDC is on track to expand its regional capacity to approximately 2 GW by 2030.

By deepening its investments in Singapore, BDC aims to support customers seeking world-class digital infrastructure expertise, strong technology partnerships and integrated energy solutions that enable the sustainable growth of AI workloads.

First-mover advantage

BDC is among the first data centre developers to foray into Malaysia, where the Company has several large-scale data centre campuses – both operational and under development.

BDC’s flagship MY06 campus is the Company’s first project in Johor, as well as the state’s first hyperscale data centre development. In addition, BDC is the first data centre developer in Southeast Asia to adopt a build-to-suit (BTS) model for hyperscale data centre construction. BDC was also among the first hyperscale operators in the region to deploy advanced liquid cooling technologies at scale, including cold plate liquid cooling, to support high-density and AI-driven workloads. BDC’s suite of sustainability initiatives at MY06 enabled the facility to achieve an annualised Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of below 1.2.

BDC is also the first in Southeast Asia to incorporate Prefabricated, Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) construction, an innovative method that assembles large building sections off site. This enabled BDC to complete MY06 within eight months, which is 40 per cent faster than traditional methods, while reducing on-site dust, waste and noise. This strategy is one of BDC’s key competitive advantages to support the growing needs of hyperscale customers in the region, including Singapore, who need to rapidly scale to meet increasing demand for more capacity to power AI-workloads.

BDC has built Malaysia’s first large-scale Water Treatment Plant (WTP) to treat effluent and convert it into high grade effluent water to cool its upcoming 400MW campus in Ulu Tiram, Johor. The WTP applies advanced Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) and Reverse Osmosis (RO) technologies to deliver superior water recovery and quality. Since commencing operations in 2025, the WTP has been significantly reducing reliance on potable water. It further strengthens the long-term resilience of BDC’s operations and supports Johor’s broader environmental agenda.

The WTP has also attracted interest from regional public agencies. In 2025, BDC hosted a technical visit by representatives from PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency, who were presented with an overview of the plant’s design and its use of advanced membrane technologies for sustainable water reuse in data centre operations.

BDC’s MY-06 Campus (Building 1) has achieved Singapore’s BCA Green Mark Platinum Award granted under the BCA-IMDA Green Mark International for Data Centres 2024 (GMDC: 2024) framework. The BCA Green Mark Award recognises developers, building owners and individuals who have made outstanding achievements in environmental sustainability in the built environment. BDC is the first data centre operator to achieve this recognition for a facility based outside of Singapore. Beyond project certification, BDC has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BCA International (BCAI) to support the international adoption of Singapore’s Green Mark standards in global data centre developments. Through this partnership, BDC will promote Singapore’s sustainable building standards globally while reinforcing the country’s position as a leading AI and green digital infrastructure hub in the region.

These capabilities are aligned with Singapore’s Green Data Centre (DC) Roadmap, which emphasises energy efficiency, sustainable resource use and the integration of green energy to support the growth of digital infrastructure. BDC’s experience in delivering high-efficiency campuses positions it well to contribute to these objectives through practical, deployable solutions.

Pioneering energy solutions

As AI workloads drive the rapid expansion of digital infrastructure, energy resilience, data security and sustainability are becoming increasingly important. BDC is advancing a range of initiatives to explore alternative energy pathways and strengthen long-term power strategies.

A key collaboration is with Concord New Energy (CNE), where the partners are jointly developing Singapore’s first floating hydrogen power generation solution tailored for next-generation AI digital infrastructure, marking a significant milestone in advancing low-carbon energy pathways for the data centre sector.

BDC and CNE will also collaborate with Nanyang Technological University (NTU) to support the development of Singapore’s hydrogen ecosystem, accelerating research, engineering and the deployment of scalable clean energy technologies for digital infrastructure applications.

In addition, BDC is working with Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research Institute of High Performance Computing (A*STAR IHPC) and HY to evaluate the potential of nuclear energy as a long-term clean power source for data centres.

BDC’s alliance with A*STAR IHPC and HY will leverage advanced modelling and engineering expertise to explore innovative low-carbon energy pathways that will support Singapore’s sustainable digital growth while reinforcing the nation’s position as a trusted global technology hub.

BDC has also established partnerships with global leaders in energy and energy storage technologies, including CATL, EcoCeres, SK Innovation. Through these collaborations, the partners will jointly explore the establishment of innovation and research platforms to advance the development and pilot deployment of clean energy solutions such as hydrogen and biomass energy, as well as next-generation energy storage technologies designed for tropical climates. These initiatives aim to enhance thermal management, improve safety performance and increase the power density of data centre energy storage systems.

These collaborations and pilot initiatives will also contribute to talent development and workforce capability building in Singapore’s digital infrastructure and energy sectors. Through joint research programmes, technology pilots and knowledge exchange with universities, research institutions and industry partners, BDC aims to support the development of specialised expertise in areas such as advanced energy systems, sustainable data centre design, and next-generation cooling and energy storage technologies.

The initiatives are also expected to create high-value job opportunities in Singapore, spanning engineering, energy systems research, digital infrastructure operations and advanced technology development. By nurturing local talent and strengthening cross-disciplinary capabilities, these efforts will help build a robust talent pipeline to support Singapore’s growing AI and digital infrastructure ecosystem.

These partnerships represent a strategic step in BDC’s long-term roadmap to diversify power sourcing pathways, enhance energy security, and future-proof its Singapore data centre portfolio amid evolving grid constraints and decarbonisation dynamics. They also reinforce Singapore’s position as a regional hub for AI-ready digital infrastructure, while supporting the nation’s broader ambitions in sustainable energy innovation and green economic growth. Furthermore, these advancements accelerate Singapore’s ambition to achieve its net zero emissions goal by 2050.

Advancing technology and ecosystem growth

BDC is also pushing the envelope in innovative and sustainable cooling solutions through collaborations with ecosystem technology partners such as Vertiv, Terahop and Teracule, which are subsidiaries of Zhongji Innolight, as well as Delta Electronics and Supermicro.

Many of these partners are established leaders in data centre cooling, power systems and high-performance computing infrastructure, and are active participants in the broader AI infrastructure ecosystem, working closely with leading chipmakers to support next-generation compute environments.

Through its collaboration with Teracule and Terahop, the subsidiaries of Zhongji Innolight, BDC is exploring opportunities to jointly develop next-generation liquid cooling modules and high-performance optical connectivity solutions tailored for AI data centre environments. By combining Innolight’s expertise in optical modules and high-speed interconnect technologies with BDC’s experience in hyperscale data centre design and operations, the partners aim to advance integrated solutions that enhance thermal efficiency, data transmission performance and system reliability for high-density AI workloads.

The collaboration will also explore the establishment of joint research and development initiatives in Singapore, bringing together industry, academia and research institutions to support innovation in AI infrastructure technologies. Through this industry–academia-research collaboration model, the partners aim to accelerate the development and commercialisation of advanced cooling and connectivity technologies while contributing to Singapore’s broader push to strengthen research, talent development and innovation within the digital infrastructure ecosystem.

Together, these alliances focus on the development of advanced liquid cooling architectures, high-density GPU cooling solutions, and energy-optimised HVAC systems designed to support increasingly compute-intensive workloads. These technologies are critical in enabling the efficient operation of AI infrastructure, particularly as rack densities and thermal loads continue to rise in next-generation data centre environments.

Driving regional connectivity

As a Singapore-headquartered digital infrastructure platform, BDC continues to strengthen Singapore’s position as a regional hub for digital infrastructure and AI-driven innovation. With its highly developed connectivity ecosystem, robust regulatory environment and strong international network links, Singapore plays a central role in enabling the growth of the digital economy across Asia Pacific.

In this context, Singapore serves as one of the primary regional hubs, supporting high-value and latency-sensitive digital services such as edge computing deployments, international data traffic management and regional digital service platforms.

To support the burgeoning demand for AI and cloud computing across the region, complementary infrastructure resources across Asia Pacific can help provide additional capacity for compute-intensive workloads, including AI inference, machine learning and large-scale data processing. This cross-border model enables Singapore to remain the connectivity and innovation anchor of the ASEAN digital ecosystem, while regional infrastructure supports the scaling of digital capacity.

BDC’s collaborations with ecosystem partners, including major telecommunications companies and global technology firms, also help expand connectivity networks beyond Asia Pacific, further reinforcing Singapore’s role as a key regional interconnection hub.

One such ecosystem partner is Zenlayer, a leading global edge cloud and connectivity provider with a well-established customer base across Asia Pacific, North America and Europe. Through this partnership, BDC continues to strengthen its regional and international network connectivity anchored in Singapore.

This expanded network reach supports low-latency cross-border digital infrastructure integration, enabling hyperscalers to scale efficiently across markets while leveraging Singapore as one of the core regional gateways for digital services.

Catalysing Singapore’s AI-driven digital growth

Looking ahead, BDC will continue to leverage its operating model as a glocal platform, combining regional scale with deep local execution capabilities to expand across Asia Pacific. The Company’s strategy focuses on connecting key economic corridors, developing high-density, utility-integrated campuses, and working with ecosystem partners to align digital infrastructure growth with evolving energy pathways.

Anchored in Singapore as its strategic regional hub, BDC’s investments and partnerships contribute to the development of a robust digital infrastructure ecosystem that supports AI-driven workloads and cross-border connectivity.

BDC is also adopting an industry–academia–research collaboration mode， bringing together industry partners, universities and research institutes to accelerate innovation in AI infrastructure, advanced cooling technologies and sustainable energy systems. This integrated approach supports the development of new technologies while nurturing local talent and strengthening Singapore’s innovation ecosystem.

BDC’s initiatives in hydrogen, low-carbon power solutions and energy storage further contribute to the growth of Singapore’s green economy, catalysing investment in sustainable energy infrastructure and support the transition towards lower-carbon digital operations.

BDC’s efforts support the creation of high-value jobs and the development of specialised technical expertise in Singapore, spanning engineering, digital infrastructure and advanced energy systems. In addition, BDC will work with universities, research institutes and industry partners to support talent development initiatives, including internships, training programmes and collaborative research opportunities, contributing to the development of a strong local talent pipeline for Singapore’s AI and digital infrastructure ecosystem.

Collectively, these contributions reinforce Singapore’s position as a leading AI and digital infrastructure hub in Asia Pacific, underpinned by resilient, efficient and sustainable infrastructure.
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Bridge Data Centres

Bridge Data Centres (BDC) is a Singapore-headquartered hyperscale data centre provider delivering high-performance, next-ready infrastructure across Asia Pacific. Backed by Bain Capital, BDC operates in Malaysia, Thailand, India, and other high-growth markets, with the capability to deliver up to 3 gigawatts (GW) of capacity globally by 2030 through partnerships with sister platforms in Europe and the United States.

ASIA’S 50 BEST RESTAURANTS 2026 UNVEILS THIS YEAR’S EXTENDED 51-100 LIST

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LONDON, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, has announced this year’s 51-100 list ahead of its live awards ceremony in Hong Kong. The extended list is voted for by the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants Academy, a panel of 350-plus influential industry leaders including restaurateurs, chefs, culinary professionals, food writers and critics from across the region.

Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, has unveiled the extended 51-100 list for 2026
Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna, has unveiled the extended 51–100 list for 2026

Notable insights from this year’s 51-100 list:

  • This year’s 51-100 list spans 27 cities – four more than last year – with 10 new cities represented in 2026. Of these, four are appearing on the list for the first time ever: Busan, Chengdu, Kanazawa and Nishikawa
  • 12 restaurants make their debut on the 51-100 list, reflecting the continued evolution and depth of Asia’s dining scene
  • Seoul leads all cities with seven restaurants, including new entry San (No.54), while Busan makes its debut in the ranking with Fiotto (No.99)
  • Five restaurants in Bangkok appear on the list, while Singapore and Hong Kong each claim four, with all three destinations welcoming a re-entry
  • Tokyo records three restaurants on the extended list, including new entry Sushi Shunji (No.63), while Kanazawa welcomes two new entries – Kataori (No.82) and Respiración (No.92)
  • Nishikawa also celebrates the debut of Dewaya (No.93), underscoring the diversity of culinary excellence across multiple Japanese cities
  • Chef 1996 in Beijing is the highest-ranked new entry at No.52, while Chengdu joins the extended list for the first time with Co- (No.69)
  • Kuala Lumpur’s Dewakan (No.62) achieves the highest rise on the 51-100 list, climbing 22 places from its previous ranking

For the full 51-100 list, click here.

A spokesperson for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants says: “We are delighted to unveil this year’s 51-100 list, welcoming more outstanding establishments into this year’s extended ranking. The 51-100 list once again highlights the incredibly diverse and thriving culinary scene of the region, this year including restaurants from 27 cities, with 12 restaurants represented on the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list for the first time.”

The 2026 list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants will be revealed at the awards ceremony held on 25 March 2026 in Hong Kong, in collaboration with host destination partner Hong Kong Tourism Board. The ceremony will be streamed live on the 50 Best YouTube channel, beginning at 20:00 Hong Kong time.

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