Top ranking comes alongside recent acknowledgements from S&P Global, CDP and EcoVadis, reflecting Beko’s commitment to sustainability, innovation and advanced manufacturing

ISTANBUL, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Beko, a global leader in home appliances, has been recognised in the 2026 Corporate Knights Global 100, ranking 45th among the world’s most sustainable publicly listed companies and first globally in the household durables industry. Following a category leading ranking in the 2025 Corporate Knights Global 100, where Beko placed 68th overall, the company advanced 23 positions in 2026 while maintaining its #1 position in the household durables industry. This achievement reflects Beko’s continued progress in developing sustainability as a core driver of its strategy, operations and sustained growth.

Hakan Bulgurlu, Beko CEO

The Corporate Knights recognition builds on a series of recent global sustainability assessments that consistently position Beko among industry leaders. In 2025, Beko was named one of TIME Magazine’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies for the second-year running, earning a place in the Top 20 and securing the #1 position in its industry. Furthermore, the company achieved the highest score in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) within the DHP Household Durables Industry for the seventh consecutive year, was awarded a Gold Medal in the EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment, placing it in the top 3% of all companies assessed. In 2026, Beko once again achieved “Double A” status from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for both Climate Change and Water Security, placing the company among the global leaders in corporate transparency.

Turning Commitment into Action

These achievements recognise the importance Beko places on sustainability and real climate action. In 2024, the company invested 165 million Euros in environmental-related investments and expenditures. Today, low-carbon products generate for more than 70% of total revenue, while energy-efficient appliances continue to make up a significant portion of this share. Material efficiency initiatives embedded in product design delivered savings of more than 17,000 tonnes. Circularity is further strengthened through the use of over 27,800 tonnes of recycled plastics across manufacturing in 2024. In parallel, Beko scaled up its refurbishment activities, extending the life of more than 114,000 appliances in 2024 through its global refurbishment network.

“Our recognition in the Corporate Knights Global 100, alongside our leadership rankings from S&P Global, CDP, and EcoVadis, confirms that sustainability sits at the core of how we design, invest, and grow our business across the markets we operate. Together, these outcomes validate our commitment and prove that scale and innovation, when guided by responsibility, can deliver measurable impact for society, the economy, and our planet.” said Hakan Bulgurlu, CEO of Beko.

The Corporate Knights Global 100 is widely regarded as one of the most rigorous global sustainability rankings. The index assesses how effectively public-listed companies are developing sustainable economic models, focusing on sustainable revenue, investment, and growth, with ESG performance serving as a minimum threshold. Beko’s performance highlights its ability to scale sustainability across products, manufacturing and capital allocation, while delivering resilient business outcomes.

About Beko

Beko is an international home appliance company with a strong global presence, operating through subsidiaries in more than 55 countries with a workforce of over 50,000 employees and production facilities spanning multiple regions—including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Beko has 22 brands owned or used with a limited license (Arçelik, Beko, Whirlpool*, Grundig, Hotpoint, Arctic, Ariston*, Leisure, Indesit, Blomberg, Defy, Dawlance, Hitachi*, Voltas Beko, Singer*, ElektraBregenz, Flavel, Bauknecht, Privileg, Altus, Ignis, Polar). Beko became the largest white goods company in Europe with its market share (based on volumes) and reached a consolidated turnover of 10.6 billion Euros in 2024. Beko’s 28 R&D and Design Centers & Offices across the globe are home to over 2,300 researchers and hold more than 4,500 international registered patent applications to date. The company has achieved the highest score in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) in the DHP Household Durables industry for the seventh consecutive year (based on the results dated 16 October 2025).** The company has been recognized as the 17^th most sustainable company on TIME Magazine and Statista’s 2025 list of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies. Beko’s vision is ‘Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide.’ 

www.bekocorporate.com  

*Licensee limited to certain jurisdictions.  
**The data presented belongs to Arçelik A.Ş., a parent company of Beko.  

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NEW COMPANY WILL BE A LEADING MANUFACTURER OF SURFACE PROTECTION SOLUTIONS

COMPAGNIE CHARGEURS INVEST SA TO RETAIN 25% OWNERSHIP INTEREST

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KPS Capital Partners, LP (“KPS”) announced today that, through a newly formed affiliate, it has entered into a definitive agreement under which KPS will acquire a controlling stake in Chargeurs Films de Protection SAS (“Novacel” or the “Company”). The selling shareholder, Compagnie Chargeurs Invest SA (“Chargeurs”) (ENXTPA:CRI) will invest alongside KPS and retain a 25% ownership interest in the Company. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Completion of the transaction is expected in the second quarter of 2026 and is subject to customary closing conditions and approvals.

Novacel is a leading global manufacturer of surface protection solutions across building exterior, building interior & equipment, industrial, appliances and transportation end-markets. The Company offers a full suite of solutions, including process and protection films, tapes, papers and specialty machines. Novacel is headquartered in Deville, France, has approximately 700 employees and operates six manufacturing facilities and three R&D centers across France, Italy and the United States.

Pierre de Villeméjane, Partner and Co-Head of KPS Mid-Cap Investments, said, “We are excited to acquire a controlling stake in Novacel, a differentiated surface protection solutions manufacturer with a diverse product portfolio, broad geographic footprint, best-in-class R&D capabilities and an attractive customer base. The Company’s solutions are essential to its customers’ manufacturing processes across a wide range of applications. We look forward to working with Novacel’s talented management team to build upon this great platform. Novacel’s strong brand, renowned R&D capabilities and commitment to quality, combined with KPS’ strategic, operational and financial resources, provide an ideal foundation for future growth.”

Philippe Denoix, Chief Executive Officer of Novacel, said, “KPS, with its demonstrated track record of manufacturing excellence is the ideal next owner of Novacel as it enters this next phase of growth as an independent company. We look forward to working closely together with KPS and our talented team to expand our technical leadership and continue delivering new, innovative high-quality products that provide significant value for our customers. KPS’ commitment to manufacturing excellence, operational improvement and innovation will enable us to build on Novacel’s strong market position and deepen our partnerships with customers globally.”

Michaël Fribourg, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chargeurs, said, “We have been compelled by KPS’ strategic vision for Novacel and its proven track record in managing global manufacturing and industrial businesses. Chargeurs’ investment alongside KPS highlights our belief in the Company’s earnings growth and value creation potential under KPS’ direction, and we look forward to partnering with KPS in driving Novacel’s next phase of growth, with a focus on M&A build up in the surface protection market.”

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP served as legal counsel and Rothschild & Co served as financial advisor to KPS.

About Novacel
Novacel is a leading global manufacturer of surface protection solutions across building exterior, building interior & equipment, industrial, appliances and transportation end-markets. The Company offers a full suite of solutions, including process and protection films, tapes, papers and specialty machines. Novacel is headquartered in Deville, France, has approximately 700 employees and operates six manufacturing facilities and three R&D centers across France, Italy and the United States. For more information about Novacel, visit www.novacel-solutions.com.

About Compagnie Chargeurs Invest
Compagnie Chargeurs Invest (ENXTPA:CRI) is a mixed industrial and financial company with a role as an operator and developer of global champions in industry and services, and as an investor with a culture of active portfolio management of high value-added businesses. Active in nearly 100 countries with around 2,600 employees, Compagnie Chargeurs Invest relies on the long-term commitment of Groupe Familial Fribourg, a committed controlling shareholder, and on its portfolio of assets, to meet the major challenges of its markets. Compagnie Chargeurs Invest achieved revenues of €729.6 million in 2024. For more information about Chargeurs, visit www.chargeurs.com.

About KPS Capital Partners
KPS, through its affiliated management entities, is the manager of the KPS Special Situations Funds, a family of investment funds with $19.5 billion of assets under management (as of September 30, 2025). For over three decades, the Partners of KPS have worked exclusively to realize significant capital appreciation by making controlling equity investments in manufacturing and industrial companies across a diverse array of industries, including basic materials, branded consumer, healthcare and luxury products, automotive parts, capital equipment and general manufacturing. KPS creates value for its investors by working constructively with talented management teams to make businesses better, and generates investment returns by structurally improving the strategic position, competitiveness and profitability of its portfolio companies, rather than primarily relying on financial leverage. The KPS Funds’ portfolio companies have aggregate annual revenues of approximately $21.2 billion, operate 202 manufacturing facilities in 21 countries, and have approximately 55,000 employees, directly and through joint ventures worldwide (as of September 30, 2025). The KPS investment strategy and portfolio companies are described in detail at www.kpsfund.com.

KPS Mid-Cap focuses on investments in the lower end of the middle market. KPS Mid-Cap targets the same type of investment opportunities and utilizes the same investment strategy that KPS’ flagship funds have for over three decades. KPS Mid-Cap leverages and benefits from KPS’ global platform, reputation, track record, infrastructure, best practices, knowledge and experience. The KPS Mid-Cap investment team is managed by Partners Pierre de Villeméjane and Ryan Harrison, who lead a team of experienced and talented professionals.

SINGAPORE, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — UROVO Technology, a world-leading provider of industry application solutions, proudly announced the launch of the DT630 Enterprise-grade Smartphone Terminal at NRF 2026. Designed to address the dynamic needs of Logistics, Retail, and Healthcare, the DT630 redefines the AIDC landscape by elegantly combining the sleek, intuitive design of a premium consumer smartphone with the rugged reliability, powerful data capture, and long-term enterprise support  for mission-critical operations, seamlessly doubling as an intuitive device for everyday employee communication.

The New Standard for Enterprise Smartphone

As consumer and industrial device expectations converge, enterprises demand tools that frontline employees enjoy using, feature professional scanning engines for superior data capture, and meet IT’s rigorous requirements for rugged durability.

Slim Design, Rugged Core

Weighing only 240g and measuring just 10.4mm thin, the DT630 merges industrial-strength durability with an ultra-slim, ergonomic form. It features a 6.58-inch FHD+ display for clear, data-rich interaction. Built to endure demanding shifts, it carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance and survives 1.5-meter drops onto concrete—dramatically reducing maintenance costs.

Engineered for Effortless Data Capture

The DT630 introduces a human-centric scanning architecture designed to minimize operator fatigue and maximize productivity：

• Professional Rear Scan Engine: An innovative rear-positioned scanner with intuitive line-of-sight scanning enables faster, more natural operation — minimizing fatigue and maximizing productivity.

Always-Connected Performance

With support for 5G and Wi-Fi 6E, the DT630 delivers seamless, low-latency connectivity—ensuring real-time data flow throughout logistics and delivery operations.

Superior Performance

Powered by a 4nm octa core processor (AnTuTu 950K+) with a dedicated NPU, DT630 is ready for next-generation Edge AI applications. Runs Android 15, upgradeable to Android 19. 

50MP Camera • AI Image Enhancement Algorithm

Capture true-to-life images and 4K video even in low light.

AI-powered enhancement turns every shot into actionable insight.

The DT630 is a versatile, enterprise-grade mobile terminal designed for seamless frontline workflows across retail and logistics. Combining professional data capture with a familiar smartphone experience, it doubles as an employee’s daily work phone.

About Urovo

Founded in 2002, UROVO is the world’s leading industry application enabler, specializing in AI, Mobility, Barcode and RFID Technologies, Printers, and Payment Terminals. Committed to technological advancement and innovation, we provide cutting-edge digital solutions that drive smart transformation for clients across industries such as logistics, retail, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and transportation.

Email: urovo@urovo.com 

DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — STARTRADER, a leading global online trading provider, has been announced as an official partner of the Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East. The partnership will see STARTRADER’s brand featured throughout the 2025/2026 season, which spans six rounds across Bahrain, Qatar, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia.

L-R: Robert Lechner, Head & Promoter, Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East and Peter Karsten, CEO, STARTRADER

Renowned for its one-make format, the championship places all drivers in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars, ensuring competition is defined by skill, preparation, and strategic execution. This philosophy aligns closely with STARTRADER’s approach to the markets, where equal access to advanced tools allows discipline and decision-making to shape outcomes.

Shared Standards

The partnership reflects shared principles that underpin performance in both motorsport and trading. In racing, success is measured in fractions of a second; in trading, precision execution can define opportunity. Both disciplines demand strong risk management, adaptability, and sustained focus. Championships are not won in a single lap, just as long-term trading success is built decision by decision.

Executive Commentary

“Motorsport represents the pinnacle of precision, performance, and preparation. Our partnership with the Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East reflects our commitment to excellence and our belief that success—on the track or in the markets—is earned through discipline, strategy, and continuous improvement,” said Peter Karsten, CEO of STARTRADER.

“We are pleased to welcome STARTRADER as a partner. This collaboration reflects shared values of performance and ambition and supports the continued growth of the championship across the region,” said Robert Lechner, Head & Promoter, Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East.

About STARTRADER

STARTRADER is a global broker that provides its clients with opportunities to trade financial instruments online. STARTRADER services both Partners and Retail Clients, who can trade using the MetaTrader Platform, the STAR-APP, and using STAR-COPY. As a global broker, STARTRADER holds a client-first approach as our core principle.

Regulated in 5 jurisdictions (ASIC, FSA, FSC, FSCA, and CMA), STARTRADER upholds strong governance alongside sustainable growth. STARTRADER’s team comprises dedicated professionals working collaboratively to deliver quality service to its Partners and Clients.

For more information, visit: https://www.startrader.com/

HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, is honored to be one of the key contributors supporting the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) in shaping the Project Cargo^× Recommendation Report (Report), officially released on 19 January. The report represents eight months of collaboration across 24 industry experts from banks, cargo data providers, credit reference agencies, export credit insurers, government agencies and international organisations. Having participated actively in the Expert Panel discussions and development of the recommendations, Dun & Bradstreet is pleased to witness this important milestone for strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a leading global trade finance hub.

The Report consolidates research, industry insights and pilot experience into 20 initiatives that form a roadmap for a trusted, data driven and globally connected digital trade ecosystem. The HKMA’s strategy is anchored in three pillars: data, infrastructure and connectivity. These pillars aim to accelerate data enabled trade finance automation and availability, enhance digital trade infrastructure, and expand cross border connectivity to maintain Hong Kong’s competitiveness as a trade hub. Together, they outline Hong Kong’s path toward a more efficient and internationally connected digital trade environment.

As an Expert Panel member, Dun & Bradstreet fully supports the HKMA’s direction and remains committed to empowering the ecosystem with the trusted data and intelligence needed to bring the strategy to life. Through the Commercial Data Interchange (CDI), Dun & Bradstreet will continue collaborating with data providers to enable access to reliable business and logistics information that reduces manual checks, improves the consistency of credit assessments and strengthens risk oversight.

The Report also underscores the importance of facilitating diligence in trade counterparties, an initiative where Dun & Bradstreet contributes essential business identity, ownership, and counterparty relationship data. These insights help banks validate the authenticity of trade transactions, understand supply chain structures, and identify potential risks with greater clarity. By improving visibility into how companies operate and who they trade with, Dun & Bradstreet provides the transparency and confidence that the industry partners identified as critical for expanding access to trade finance, particularly for SMEs.

“Project Cargo^× reinforces the importance of trusted, interoperable data as the backbone of Hong Kong’s digital trade future,” said Andrew Wu, General Manager of Dun & Bradstreet China. “Dun & Bradstreet is proud to support the initiative with our global business and logistics data, from DUNS® identity and ownership mapping to shipping intelligence that helps illuminate cargo movements, counterparties and potential risks. We will continue working closely with the HKMA and industry partners to provide the data transparency needed to build a more connected, resilient and competitive trade finance ecosystem.”

Dun & Bradstreet remains committed to supporting the HKMA as the Project Cargo^× roadmap transitions from recommendations to implementation. As one of the data providers referenced in the Report, the company will continue contributing trusted business, counterparty and supply chain intelligence to advance multiple data enabled objectives, including enhanced due diligence, improved trade verification and deeper visibility into trading relationships. To download the full Report, please visit: https://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/news-and-media/press-releases/2026/01/20260119-3/

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About Dun & Bradstreet

Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, enables companies around the world to improve their business performance. Dun & Bradstreet’s Data Cloud fuels solutions and delivers insights that empower customers to accelerate revenue, lower costs, mitigate risk, and transform their businesses. Since 1841, companies of every size have relied on Dun & Bradstreet to help them manage risk and reveal opportunity. We combine global data with local insights to help our clients to make smarter decisions. For more information on Dun & Bradstreet, please visit www.dnb.com.hk.