SYDNEY, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AIKO has announced the Australian launch of the third-generation ABC 60-Cell Module, bringing the world’s highest-efficiency mass-produced solar panel to homes, C&I projects, and off-grid sites across Australia. Powered by Infinite ABC technology, the new range delivers up to 545W and module efficiency above 25% in a compact 1954×1134×30mm footprint, making it the natural choice for residential, C&I, and off-grid applications alike.

Performance Advantage: What ABC Delivers Over TOPCon

Against comparable-size TOPCon panels, AIKO Infinite 60-cell delivers up to 30W more output per panel and around 15% higher lifetime energy yield per square metre. This advantage stems from three design features working in combination: AIKO’s Zero-Gap cell layout, Invisi-Ribbon interconnection, and a grid-free front surface, which together maximise active cell area and minimise electrical losses.

That advantage compounds over time. With a temperature coefficient of −0.26%/°C versus −0.29%/°C for standard TOPCon, Infinite loses less output on the hot days when Australian rooftops work hardest, with hot-spot temperatures running more than 30% lower in comparative testing. Long-term degradation is rated at 1% in year one and 0.35% per year thereafter, projecting 90.6% output retention at year 30, compounding real value for owners in a market where feed-in tariffs have halved while grid electricity costs have doubled.

Designed for Bigger, Smarter Residential Systems

Australia is adopting solar at a record level with 4.3 million systems now installed and 28.3GW of rooftop solar capacity delivering a significant share of the nation’s electricity. Falling solar feed-in tariffs have made self-consumption more valuable, while the new Federal battery rebate has brought storage within reach for a growing number of households and businesses, with sales more than doubling in 2025.

Meanwhile, more households are shifting away from gas towards induction cooking, heat pump hot water, efficient electric heating and EVs as part of a long-term cost and emissions strategy, pushing average new system size to 10.9kW in late 2025 – a figure that would have been described as a small commercial install just a few years ago. Homeowners now expect their PV system to fill the battery for peak-hour use and power an increasingly electrified home with growing electrical loads. The problem is that roofs have not got any bigger.

Infinite was designed for exactly this constraint. At up to 545W in the compact 60-cell format, it delivers more from whatever roof a customer has. For homes with a constrained roof, it means reaching the target system size that was previously out of reach. For homes with room to grow, it means faster battery charging, more solar energy to power an increasingly electrified home, greater savings and more independence from the grid.

Fewer panels also mean fewer roof penetrations, giving installers more flexibility to work around challenging geometry and shaded areas, and avoiding the crowded multi-row layouts that compromise both output and appearance. Combined with the ABC’s all-black, award-winning design with no front grid lines, the rooftop becomes an asset, lifting street presence and adding genuine long-term value to the property.

Better Project Economics on the Same Commercial Roof

For commercial and industrial operators, the economics of rooftop solar have never been more compelling. On a typical 660m² rooftop using 196 modules, upgrading from 510W TOPCon to 545W Infinite lifts system capacity from 100kW to 107kW on the same footprint, pushing projected 30-year electricity revenue from approximately $360,000 to $400,000, an 11% uplift while system cost per watt remains essentially flat. That is not a marginal gain; it is the kind of number that changes how a project is presented to a board or a procurement committee.

For EPCs and installers, the case is equally straightforward. Fewer panels to reach any given kW target means less racking, less DC wiring, and faster commissioning on every job, a practical margin improvement that compounds across a pipeline.

For ESG-conscious customers navigating decarbonisation targets and ongoing exposure to wholesale price movements, Infinite delivers a high-efficiency solution that lifts self-consumption potential and lifetime yield without adding complexity for their preferred contractors.

Off-Grid and Bushfire: Durability Where It Counts

For remote properties, agricultural operations and sites in bushfire-prone regions, the stakes of a panel underperforming are measured in lost days, expensive callouts and generation that simply cannot be replaced. Infinite 60-cell is specified from the ground up for Australia’s most demanding installation environments.

On structural resilience, Infinite 60-cell mono-glass variants use 3.2mm front glass, approximately 60% thicker than the front glass on some dual-glass TOPCon products and carry certification for 35mm hail impact under TÜV and PVEL standards, compared to the 25mm threshold common on TOPCon panels.

For sites in bushfire-prone areas, or those subject to insurer requirements across New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland, dual-glass variants carry IEC Fire Class A certification, the highest classification available.

Inside the module, AIKO Infinite replaces conventional silver-paste soldering with proprietary copper electroplated interconnection, delivering stronger, more crack-resistant joints with tensile strength exceeding 5N. In impact testing at SNEC 2024, ABC cells under identical 2kg mechanical stress suffered only 16% current loss compared to 45% for TOPCon cells. For remote and off-grid installations, where a fault means lost generation days and costly callouts rather than a quick service visit, that resilience is as much a practical consideration as a technical one.

For Installers: Simplicity That Scales

The Australian installation market has never been more demanding: more products to navigate, more customer expectations to meet, and less room for error on every job. AIKO’s Gen 3 ABC 60-Cell Module is designed to cut through that complexity, delivering value not only to homeowners and businesses but also to the installers doing the hard work of bringing these systems to life. Best-in-class efficiency for residential, the output and economics for C&I, and the durability for off-grid: one module that can win every job without compromise. On the roof, fewer panels mean lighter loads, less labour and faster commissioning. Off the roof, one product line means no more juggling datasheets and warranty processes, shorter sales cycles, and higher revenues.

“Australian installers are under real pressure right now: more competition, tighter margins, and customers who want more from their solar investment. AIKO’s Gen 3 ABC 60-Cell gives them one solution for every job on the list: homes, C&I, and off-grid. Same format, same install process, same warranty conversation. That simplicity is what lets a good installation business grow into a great one.” – Thomas Bywater, Head of Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia, AIKO Energy

Availability Roadmap

Australia won’t have to wait long. The AIKO Gen 3 60-cell range has received Clean Energy Council (CEC) approval, clearing the way for Australian installations. Modules will be available in Australia from late April 2026 at 535–540W for general supply, with 545W available in limited production quantities. Additional variants, including dual-glass and full-black options, will follow through the rest of the year.

About AIKO Energy

AIKO is a global leader in high-efficiency solar cell and module technology, specialising in ABC (All Back Contact) products that deliver world-class efficiency, advanced reliability and premium aesthetics. Founded in 2009 and operating across more than 30 markets, AIKO has pioneered large-scale mass production of ABC modules and holds extensive independent intellectual property across its technology platform. AIKO modules are trusted by residential, commercial and utility-scale customers on every continent.

Adoption of SS 697:2023 at SIN1 optimises operating temperatures to reduce cooling energy use and advances Singapore’s Green Data Centre Roadmap.

SINGAPORE, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BDx Data Centers (“BDx”) has successfully implemented the Tropical Data Centre Standard (SS 697:2023) developed by Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) to optimise its multi-tenant data centre operations in a tropical climate.

The Tropical Data Centre Standard provides clear operational guidance for managing facilities under optimised thermal conditions, enabling data centres to reduce cooling load and support the objectives of Singapore’s Green Data Centre Roadmap.

At its SIN1 facility in Paya Lebar, BDx pioneered a Temperature Increase Program (TIP) that started in 2025 by raising operating setpoints safely from 23°C to 25°C under controlled conditions aligned with the standard. The deployment was supported by continuous thermal, humidity, and workload monitoring in a live, multi-tenant environment.

The initiative delivered a 7% reduction in cooling-energy consumption while maintaining 100% uptime, in line with IMDA guidance and global ASHRAE standards.

“Improving energy efficiency in tropical environments requires disciplined execution and a data-driven approach” said Mayank Srivastava, Chief Executive Officer of BDx Data Centers. “By implementing Singapore’s Tropical Data Centre Standard in a live environment, we have demonstrated that efficiency gains can be achieved without compromising reliability.  This is an important step in building resilient, future-ready data centre infrastructure across Asia Pacific and beyond.” 

To support sustained optimization, BDx deployed an AI-driven digital twin capability that enables real-time cooling performance tuning under tropical operating conditions to strengthen efficiency, resilience, and thermal stability at higher operating temperatures.

BDx is also working with customers to leverage Singapore’s Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) which supports adoption of pre-approved energy-efficient IT equipment deployed in commercial data centres in Singapore. This reinforces the objectives of SS 697:2023 and reduces overall facility energy intensity.

The implementation of SS 697:2023 reinforces BDx’s commitment to engineering high-density infrastructure designed for tropical environments, contributing to Singapore’s decarbonization goals and leadership in next-generation data centre innovation.

For more information on IMDA’s Tropical Data Centre Standard and the Energy Efficiency Grant, please visit:

https://www.imda.gov.sg/how-we-can-help/green-dc-roadmap/tropical-dc-standard and https://www.imda.gov.sg/how-we-can-help/energy-efficiency-grant

About BDx Data Centers

BDx Data Centers is a leading cloud- and carrier-neutral provider of data centre, co-location, and interconnection solutions for enterprises and hyperscalers across Asia’s fast-growing markets. Operating 18 ultra-modern facilities with 750 MW of capacity in Indonesia, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, Taiwan region and Mainland China, BDx delivers secure, scalable, and sustainable solutions to accelerate digital transformation. Backed by global infrastructure investor I Squared Capital, managing over $50 billion in assets, BDx combines cutting-edge infrastructure with renewable resources to empower businesses in a connected world. For more information, visit www.bdxworld.com.

HONG KONG, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The “Sun Life ‘The Big Bounce’ World Tour – Hong Kong,” a 17-day family-friendly extravaganza at the Great Lawn of the Art Park in the West Kowloon Cultural District, came to a successful and joyous conclusion on February 22. Title-sponsored by Sun Life, ‘The Big Bounce’ spanned the Chinese New Year period and proved immensely popular among families, with interactive performances, musical elements, and anime‑themed installations being key highlights that added to the vibrant atmosphere.

This year, Sun Life partnered with Yan Chai Hospital to invite hundreds of students and parents from its affiliated kindergartens and childcare centers to be among the first to experience the bouncing extravaganza, underscoring the theme of “family togetherness and joy”. In celebration of Sun Life’s journey towards its 135th anniversary in Hong Kong next year, on February 22, it distributed delightful gifts to participants at the West Kowloon venue. Additionally, Sun Life hosted a series of online games via social media, giving away over 1,000 vouchers to spread festive cheer across the city.

Adley Low, Chief Client and Marketing Officer at Sun Life Hong Kong Limited, said: “We are delighted to witness the successful conclusion of the “Sun Life ‘The Big Bounce’ World Tour – Hong Kong”, as this event reflects our purpose to help Clients live healthier lives. The enthusiastic response this year reflects not only the joy this event brought to the public, but also how much Hong Kong families truly value active and healthy living. As Sun Life approaches its 135th anniversary in Hong Kong next year, we will continue to bring more innovative and meaningful community initiatives that allow people to embrace healthy lifestyles in a relaxed and enjoyable way.”

For more highlights of the “Sun Life ‘The Big Bounce’ World Tour – Hong Kong,” please visit:
https://sunlife.co/b72002

About Sun Life

Sun Life is a leading international financial services organisation providing asset management, wealth, insurance and health solutions to individual and institutional Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including: Canada, the U.S., the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, Mainland China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of December 31, 2025, Sun Life had total assets under management of $1.60 trillion. For more information, please visit www.sunlife.com.

Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF. Sun Life Financial Inc. is the holding company of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada. Sun Life Hong Kong Limited (incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada and operates in Hong Kong.

• Demonstrates effectiveness comparable to the global standard Oka strain vaccine

YONGIN, South Korea, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GC Biopharma(006280.KS), a leading provider of biopharmaceutical products in South Korea, announced today that a review paper comprehensively analyzing the safety and immunogenicity of its independently developed varicella vaccine strain, ‘MAV/06’, has been published in the ‘Human Vaccines & Therapeutics’, a prestigious SCIE-indexed journal.

GC Biopharma and researchers from Ajou University, and Sungkyunkwan University jointly participated in the publication of this paper. The research team systematically analyzed more than 40 studies, including clinical trial results of the MAV/06 vaccine published between 1991 and 2023, post-marketing safety reports, real-world vaccination data, and genomic analysis data.

According to the paper, the MAV/06 strain belongs genetically to the same clade (Clade 2) as the Oka-derived vaccines well-known as the global standard, yet it shows distinguished feature from the wild-type virus, thereby proving its safety as a vaccine.

In addition, MAV/06 was confirmed to induce a broad immune response not only against Clade 2 but also against Clades 1, 3, 5, and wild-type Clade 2 viruses. This signifies that GC Biopharma’s varicella vaccine can provide extensive protection against various varicella virus mutations appearing worldwide.

Furthermore, results from numerous clinical trials, including infants and immunocompromised patients, showed that the rate of neutralizing antibodies generated in the body after vaccination with the MAV/06-based varicella vaccine reached 99-100%, with antibody persistence similar to that of the Oka strain vaccine.

The analysis of real-world data accumulated over 30 years showed that the incidence of adverse events for the MAV/06-based varicella vaccine was at a level of 0.41 to 0.57 cases per 100,000 doses, which is lower than that of major global vaccines.

Notably, ‘BARYCELA Inj.’, GC Biopharma’s second varicella vaccine, is the world’s first varicella vaccine to use no antibiotics in its manufacturing process, fundamentally eliminating the possibility of adverse reactions derived from antibiotics such as Kanamycin, Neomycin, and Erythromycin.

MAV/06-based varicella vaccines have been supplied to over 20 countries more than 30 million doses to date. Also, BARYCELA Inj. obtained World Health Organization (WHO) Pre-Qualification (PQ) certification in 2023, securing competitiveness in the global public procurement market. Recently, the scope of its utilization in the global market is expected to expand with the WHO officially recognizing interchangeability with Oka strain vaccines.

“This review paper is significant in that it academically compiles the safety and effectiveness that the Korean varicella vaccine has proven in the global market over the past 30 years,” said Bong-kyoo Choi, Head of the AI&Data Science Center at GC Biopharma. “We will continue to contribute to promoting the health of children worldwide, including in countries with low vaccine accessibility.”

About GC Biopharma

GC Biopharma (formerly known as Green Cross Corporation) is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Yong-in, South Korea. The company has over half a century of experience in the development and manufacturing of plasma derivatives and vaccines, and is expanding its global presence with successful US market entry of Alyglo^®(intravenous immunoglobulin G) in 2024. In line with its mission to meet the demands of future healthcare, GC Biopharma continues to drive innovation by leveraging its core R&D capabilities in engineering of proteins, mRNAs, and lipid nanoparticle (LNP) drug delivery platform to develop therapeutics for the field of rare disease as well as I&I (Immunology & Inflammation). To learn more about the company, visit https://www.gcbiopharma.com/eng/

This press release may contain biopharmaceuticals in forward-looking statements, which express the current beliefs and expectations of GC Biopharma’s management. Such statements do not represent any guarantee by GC Biopharma or its management of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors. GC Biopharma undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement contained in this press release or any other forward-looking statements it may make, except as required by law or stock exchange rule.

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HONG KONG, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GAC’s overseas markets saw strong growth early this year: Asia-Pacific sales rose 130% YoY in Jan-Feb, with gains in Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. In Thailand, January new registrations surged 438% YoY and 234% MoM.

Among them, AION delivered a remarkable performance in Hong Kong. According to the latest registration data for new electric private cars released by the Hong Kong Transport Department in February 2026, AION has surged to become the third best-selling EV brand overall in Hong Kong and ranks second among Chinese brands, demonstrating strong growth momentum and deep market recognition.

This achievement marks the successful implementation of market strategy. Since launching the “Hong Kong ACTION” strategy in 2025, AION has established a comprehensive presence across products, channels, services, energy systems, and mobility ecosystems, deeply cultivating and serving the Hong Kong market.

After breaking into the market’s TOP 3 multiple times in 2025, the brand has once again validated the competitiveness and reputation of “Intelligent Manufacturing in China” with solid sales data at the beginning of 2026.

As a top-two Chinese brand in EV sales, AION has won the trust of Hong Kong consumers through precise product positioning and excellent quality. Currently, its four main models—AION V, AION UT, AION ES, and HYPTEC HT—are meeting diverse user needs with their unique advantages.

This honor received by AION in Hong Kong is a significant outcome of the “Hong Kong ACTION” strategy’s implementation. Guided by the “One GAC 2.0” globalization strategy, Hong Kong, serving as the “bridgehead” for GAC’s global strategy, is being accelerated into another benchmark overseas market. This represents not only quantitative growth but also a “qualitative leap” achieved by pursuing a path of high-quality international expansion with GAC characteristics.

Looking ahead, GAC will uphold its brand values of “quality leadership, technological innovation” and its brand philosophy of “service first, customer foremost.” Taking Hong Kong as a model, we will adhere to the principle of “In Local For Local,” striving to become a creator of low-carbon, green and intelligent mobility value for a better life.

For further information about GAC, please visit: https://www.gacgroup.com/en or follow us on social.

TOKYO, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ARBOR Technology, a global leader in industrial computing, is proud to announce its participation in Japan IT Week 2026, held from April 8-10 at Tokyo Big Sight. Under the theme “Reliable Edge AI: The Core of Next-Gen Manufacturing” ARBOR will present its latest breakthroughs in mobile computing and edge automation at West Hall 4, Booth W25-6.

Guided by the new vision, “From Edge to Action,” ARBOR is committed to bridging the gap between raw data and real-time operational excellence. By providing high-performance, rugged hardware, ARBOR enables manufacturers to transform edge intelligence into immediate, impactful results.

Featured Solution Highlights:

• Advanced Mobile Payment & Enterprise Management Solution

  This solution leverages the Ruby 10 rugged tablet as a secure, mobile hub. Featuring integrated front-screen NFC and EMVCo LoA certification, it offers a reliable platform for secure transactions. Certified by 42Gears’ SureMDM, it provides IT administrators with centralized control in an IP65-rated mobile form factor.

• Industrial Automation & Field Control Solution

  A high-performance Windows-based platform centered on the ART10-ECA rugged tablet. It enables seamless integration with existing MES and ERP systems, providing real-time data visualization. Built to withstand industrial rigors, it features an IP65-rated seal and 1m drop resistance.

• Revolutionizing Healthcare with Edge AI HPC

  The EdgeX-6000 delivers server-grade power to the clinical edge. Powered by AMD EPYC™ Embedded 8004 processors with up to 64 cores, this high-throughput platform turns complex medical data into actionable diagnostic results.

• High-Performance AI Supercomputer Featuring NVIDIA Blackwell

  The AEC-8000 is an industrial-grade powerhouse harnessing the NVIDIA Blackwell GPU architecture. Delivering 2070 FP4 TFLOPS, it is optimized for massive-scale video analytics, processing over 64 high-definition streams for real-time intelligence.

“Our vision, ‘From Edge to Action,’ reflects our mission to empower customers with the tools they need to make smarter, faster decisions” said Ivan Huang, Vice President of APAC at ARBOR Technology. “With the Ruby 10 and ART10-ECA, we are making autonomous, high-efficiency manufacturing a reality today.”

Visit ARBOR Technology at West Hall 4, Booth W25-6 to experience how we turn Edge intelligence into Action.

For more information, please visit: https://www.arbor-technology.com/en/new/ARBOR-Technology-Accelerates-Industrial-Transformation-with-Reliable-Edge-AI-at-Japan-IT-Week-2026

CONTACT: Rex Pan, rexpan@arbor.com.tw