CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OranAI, a next-generation AI marketing company, announced the completion of a new multi-million-dollar angel financing round. The investment will accelerate OranAI’s expansion and strengthen its AI Marketing Agent, PhotoG, which enables enterprises to automate insights, content generation, and multi-channel publishing at scale.

Founded in 2024, OranAI provides an integrated AI marketing solution covering insights, strategy, content creation, and operations. Its product suite — including PhotoG, DataG, and VoyaAI — empowers brands to achieve AI content marketing that is faster, more cost-effective, and more consistent than traditional approaches. Within just six months of go-to-market, OranAI has surpassed $1.4 million in revenue and secured over 40 enterprise clients across beauty, FMCG, fashion, and consumer electronics.

In addition, OranAI has built the world’s largest AI model library, designed to meet the diverse needs of global advertising. The library includes AI-generated models of different genders, ethnicities, and styles, all created with a proprietary compliance framework that eliminates copyright and privacy risks. This enables brands to safely and efficiently scale personalized campaigns across international markets.

PhotoG: The AI Marketing Agent

PhotoG is OranAI’s AI Marketing Agent, designed to automate the full marketing workflow. From market insights and strategy to image/video generation and one-click publishing, PhotoG delivers campaigns at one-tenth the cost of conventional content marketing.

To ensure commercial-grade quality, OranAI pioneered the a-t diffusion algorithm, enabling high-fidelity outputs across product, scene, and copy. On VBench 2.0 marketing benchmarks, PhotoG has achieved SOTA-level performance, with consistency scores exceeding 0.92.

Building the Commercial AI Brain

OranAI is also building a multimodal model matrix it calls the “commercial brain” — from the Oran-VL 7B vision-language model to the large-scale Oran-XVL 72B multimodal model. By combining trend insights with customer engagement data, OranAI enables enterprises not only to “see” but to understand and act on complex consumer and business needs.

Market Traction

OranAI focuses on industries with substantial budgets and fast decision cycles — including beauty, FMCG, fashion, and consumer electronics. Its results-based pricing model directly aligns AI-driven marketing with business outcomes, making its AI Marketing Agent PhotoG indispensable for global brands.

Investor Perspectives

“OranAI shows us how the next generation of AI Marketing Agents will reshape the trillion-dollar advertising industry,” said one investor. “By combining technical precision with practical AI content marketing, OranAI is setting a new global standard.”

About OranAI

OranAI is an AI marketing company delivering end-to-end solutions for AI content marketing. Its core product PhotoG, the AI Marketing Agent, enables enterprises to generate high-quality creative content at scale. Together with DataG and VoyaAI, OranAI provides actionable insights and automated publishing, working with leading global brands in beauty, FMCG, fashion, and consumer electronics to drive intelligent, automated growth.

For more information, please contact:
Wanqi, Kuang
E-mail: kuangwanqi@orannai.com 

• Envalior today publishes its Sustainability Report, reinforcing its commitment to transparent reporting and providing detailed insights into the company’s progress and ambitions across environmental, social, and governance topics.
• The company’s climate transition plan, which is one of the key initiatives detailed in the report, targets a 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 (with a baseline of 2024).
• Further concrete sustainability commitments include switching to 100% renewable electricity, offering an entire portfolio of bio- and/or recycled-based alternatives by 2030, and actively engaging in industry collaborations and participating in the UN Global Compact.

DÜSSELDORF, Germany, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Envalior, a global leader in Engineering Materials, today publishes its first Sustainability Report, covering the period from January to December 2024. The report was prepared on a voluntary basis and includes a Double Materiality Assessment (DMA). By assessing its first full year of operations through a sustainability lens, the company reinforces its commitment to concrete progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics, based on a solid foundation of accurate and transparent corporate reporting. In addition, the report represents an important step toward compliance with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).

Envalior’s first Sustainability Report, covering the period from January to December 2024, was prepared on a voluntary basis and includes a Double Materiality Assessment (DMA).

Leading the change in Engineering Materials     

Envalior is a trusted supplier to manufacturers in sectors such as Mobility, Electronics and Electrical (E&E), and Consumer Goods, a top-two global player in PA6 injection molding and extrusion grades, and a top-three player in high-temperature polyamides and in thermoplastic copolyester. Because of its unique role in the value chain, the company is well-positioned to deliver sustainable material solutions that help customers succeed in a fast-changing economy. Under the strategic umbrella of Envalior CARES, the company manages sustainability with a holistic approach focused on three pillars: Low CArbon, Sustainable REsources, and Social Responsibility. This enables Envalior to embed sustainability into its decision-making processes, ensuring its materials continue to play a role in the ongoing transition toward sustainability across industries.

“As a global leader and highly innovative player in Sustainable & High-Performance Engineering Materials, Envalior is here to set new standards in the industry and lead the change,“ says Calum MacLean, CEO of Envalior.

Introducing Envalior’s climate transition plan

A key part of Envalior CARES is Envalior’s climate transition plan. This sets out the company’s practical pathway to an additional 35% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 compared to the new baseline year of 2024. This is on top of the 65% Scope 1 and 2 reductions already achieved between 2016 and 2024 by Envalior’s predecessor companies, compared to the former baseline year of 2016. The plan encompasses 12 key actions, including a pathway to obtain all of the electricity used at its sites from renewable sources by 2030, a low-carbon heat program, electric steam generation, and the continued implementation of ISO 50001 and ISO 14001 environmental and energy management systems. In addition, the company will intensify engagement with its value chain partners to further address its Scope 3 GHG emissions. 

“Through focussing our resources, cutting emissions, and integrating sustainable feedstocks into our portfolio, we are using proven technologies and robust processes to deliver real impact,” adds MacLean.

A holistic approach to sustainability management

In addition to climate change mitigation, the report covers Envalior’s actions and commitments across a wide range of ESG focus areas. Key developments include:

• Envalior’s global health and safety program, which is resulting in consistent, organization-wide improvements across key safety metrics.
• Engagement with the Operation Clean Sweep^® initiative to prevent pellet loss through the rollout of best practices, training, and external site audits.
• A commitment to providing an entire portfolio of bio- and/or recycled-based alternatives by 2030, supporting customers to reduce product carbon footprints.
• The implementation of global Human Rights and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies, covering both own operations and value chains.
• Continued participation in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) initiative, integrating UNGC values into the company’s strategy, culture, and operations.
• Industry collaborations, including the Advanced Packaging Association (APA), PlasticsEurope, econsense, essenscia, the Royal Association of Dutch Chemical Industry (VNCI), and the European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC).

Furthering transparency, sustainability, and industry collaboration

As the regulatory landscape for manufacturers becomes increasingly complex, the sustainability credentials of material suppliers worldwide are coming under greater scrutiny. By providing detailed insights into its own sustainability strategy, Envalior aims to further increase transparency across the industry and provide additional clarity for customers. As part of this ethos, continuing to work closely with stakeholders is essential to enabling long-term sustainability progress. Visitors to K 2025, the leading trade fair for plastics and rubber (Düsseldorf, 8-15 October), will be able to view a wide selection of Envalior’s sustainable material solutions, many of which have been developed jointly with customers. Envalior experts will also be available to discuss in detail the company’s sustainable material development strategy and its collaborative approach to innovation.

Envalior’s Sustainability Report 2024 is available to view on the company’s website via the following link.

About Envalior
Envalior is a global leader in Engineering Materials with over 4,000 employees worldwide. It was established in 2023 through the merger of Lanxess Performance Materials and DSM Engineering Materials. With a long track record of customer-driven innovation, Envalior specializes in developing Sustainable and High-Performance Engineering Materials. Focus markets include Mobility, Electronics & Electrical, and Consumer Goods. For more information, visit www.envalior.com

Forward-Looking Statements
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FUZHOU, China, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On September 2, JETOUR’s first premium hybrid off-road model, the G700, rolled off the production line in Fuzhou, China, and was shipped to the Middle East market. This marks the official beginning of JETOUR’s entry into the premium hybrid off-road segment, heralding a new chapter for the brand.

Since its global launch in 2019, JETOUR has sold over 1.93 million vehicles across 91 countries and regions. The brand has developed a diverse product portfolio, with models like the X70 gaining international recognition and achieving cumulative sales exceeding 960,000 units. The DASHING model has received numerous international accolades, including the titles of “Best Midsize SUV” in Saudi Arabia, “Recomendados Autocosmos 2024” in Chile, and “Best Design” in Egypt. The off-road series (T-series) has also gained rapid popularity worldwide, and become the best-selling model in its SUV segment in the Middle East. The launch of the G700 marks JETOUR’s entry into the premium hybrid off-road SUV market, ushering in a new phase of global expansion.

As JETOUR’s first premium hybrid off-road SUV, the G700 made its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show in April, capturing wide attention with its bold design and luxurious presence. Built on JETOUR’s all-new generation all-terrain intelligent architecture — GAIA, the G700 has a solid foundation for performance and reliability. It showcases the brand’s latest achievements in hybrid technology. This model not only highlights JETOUR’s technological strength but also lays the foundation for its entry into the international premium hybrid off-road segment.

Mr. Ke Chuandeng, President of JETOUR International, emphasized that the G700 is significant for JETOUR not only as its first premium hybrid off-road model, but also as a carrier of the brand’s upward ambition. Under the guidance of the “Travel⁺” strategy, JETOUR will further cultivate a premium off-road image, and provide users with a more comfortable and personalized driving experience.

It is reported that in September, JETOUR will hold the G700’s first media preview in the UAE, providing an in-depth analysis of the vehicle’s technology and design philosophy, followed by its overseas launch in the Middle East in November. With the debut of the G700, JETOUR is set to truly usher in its own new era of premium hybrid off-road vehicles.

LONDON, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — YOTEL, the global hospitality brand known for its design and tech-led approach to modern travel, proudly announces the appointment of Phil Andreopoulos as Chief Executive Officer. His appointment follows the news that YOTEL’s majority shareholder, the Al-Bahar Group (‘the Group’), acquired an additional 30% stake in the company earlier this year increasing the Group’s holding in YOTEL to more than 95%. The investment underscored the Group’s confidence in the future of YOTEL and signals a bold new trajectory for the brand, as the company sets its sights on doubling its global hotel portfolio to 15,000 rooms by 2030.

Phil Andreopoulos, Chief Executive Officer, YOTEL

Talal Al Bahar, Chairman, YOTEL and Al-Bahar Group comments: “YOTEL’s success over the last 15 years has been exemplary, from start-up concept into the global company it is today with an expansive portfolio of properties in prime locations.

Now, it is time to scale the business further. Phil Andreopoulos brings a wealth of commercial and operational experience and under his leadership, YOTEL will enhance its distribution, direct business contribution and loyalty proposition. He will also drive expansion of both the managed and franchise businesses in key markets.”

“I would like to personally thank Hubert Viriot for his instrumental role in driving YOTEL’s growth. We are delighted to welcome him as Vice Chairman, where his experience and vision will continue to add significant value to the company and its stakeholders.”

A seasoned leader with decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Andreopoulos joins YOTEL following a distinguished career at Marriott International, where he held multiple senior leadership roles across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

“I’m thrilled to join YOTEL at such a pivotal moment in its growth,” said Phil Andreopoulos. “The pioneering concept and global footprint mean YOTEL’s global recognition supersedes its size and that, paired with the agility of being independent, creates a unique opportunity to scale quickly and offer owners, investors and franchisees the speed and innovation they crave in the industry.

I look forward to working alongside the talented YOTEL team and the Board to build on the company’s strong foundation, expand our global presence and continue delivering unforgettable experiences for travellers around the world.”

Most recently, Andreopoulos served as Chief Commercial Officer for EMEA at Marriott International, where his responsibilities spanned Brand Management, Marketing, e-Commerce, Sales, Reservations, Revenue Management, Loyalty, Communications, and Consumer Insights across 78 countries and all Marriott brands.

Prior to this role, Andreopoulos served as Chief Operating Officer for Owner & Franchise Services EMEA and Sub-Saharan Africa, where he oversaw the successful growth and development of franchise operations, maximising the potential of the brand, systems and sales engines.

The announcement follows the appointment earlier in the year of Yvonne Thomsen as Chief Financial Officer. Yvonne joined YOTEL from IHG, where she held the role of VP Finance Europe and Chief Financial Officer for Six Senses Hotels. The appointment of Phil Andreopoulos represents a strategic leadership evolution designed to support YOTEL in its next chapter.

For more information, visit www.yotel.com.

ABOUT YOTEL

YOTEL is a global hospitality brand based in London, with regional offices in the US and Asia. It has a portfolio of three brands: YOTEL (city centre hotels), YOTELPAD (extended stay option) and YOTELAIR (airport hotels).

The Company has 23 operating hotels across 16 buzzing cities and airports around the world including New York, Boston, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Miami, Tokyo, Singapore, Edinburgh, London, Amsterdam, Porto, Geneva, Glasgow, Manchester, Paris, and Istanbul. In addition, it has 11 hotels in the pipeline due to open over the next 24 months in Lisbon, London, Belfast, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, New York, NEOM (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) and Perth.

YOTEL’s major shareholders include the Talal Jassim Al-Bahar Group, United Investment Portugal, and Kuwait Real Estate Company (AQARAT). The Al-Bahar Group has been invested in YOTEL since inception in 2005 and the Company’s major shareholder since 2013.

YOTEL was originally created by YO! founder Simon Woodroffe OBE who took inspiration from the experience of first-class travel and translated that ethos, language and design into small but beautifully designed rooms.

www.yotel.com

The pioneering global partnership brings once-in-a-lifetime, highly curated journeys in China and Japan to the auction floor

HONG KONG, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Luxury Group by Marriott International today announced the next chapter of its global partnership with Sotheby’s, unveiling two destination-led experiential travel lots to be auctioned during Sotheby’s Luxury Sales Week in Hong Kong. Building on momentum from late 2024, the collaboration introduces new, curator-designed itineraries that blend rare cultural access with signature hospitality, inviting collectors to bid on experiences that redefine what it means to acquire luxury.

“The iconic partnership between Luxury Group and Sotheby’s exemplifies the immersive and nuanced approach to luxury that we are bringing to Asia Pacific,” said George Hammer, Global Head of Luxury Marketing, Marriott International. “From guided hikes through Tibetan landscapes in Jiuzhaigou to bespoke dining experiences in Tokyo and Nikko, we continue to blur the boundaries between luxury travel and extraordinary collectibles, enabling us to engage our guests in ways that transcend the conventions of traditional luxury.”

China’s Best-Kept Secret: A Sojourn in Jiuzhaigou Curated by a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
The first of the lots transports guests to Jiuzhaigou, a UNESCO World Heritage region on the edge of the Tibetan Plateau. The journey begins in Chengdu with a night in a Fantastic Suite at W Chengdu before guests are chauffeured in a private Bentley limousine on a scenic five-and-a-half-hour drive to Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Greater China. Here, guests will spend three nights in the Rissai Villa (Presidential Villa), an extraordinary sanctuary that features an infinity pool mirroring the surrounding landscape.

During the stay, guests will be immersed in the cultural and natural beauty of the valley. Gastronomic highlights span the resort’s four restaurants, complemented by the signature Ritz-Carlton Reserve “Dining Beyond” experience, an alfresco lunch deep within Jiuzhaigou National Park, accompanied by a special wine tasting curated by Sotheby’s experts. On this vinous journey appropriate to the surroundings, Sotheby’s Wine will present guests with a reimagined “Judgement of Paris tasting”, offering some of the most exciting, artisan wines being produced in China alongside the greatest vineyards of the “Old World”.

“China, particularly the extremely high vineyards of Yunnan province, is becoming an emerging force as a fine wine producing region, led by the likes of Domaine Muxin, Miao Lu, and Ao Yun, amongst others,” said George Lacey, Head of Wine, Sotheby’s Asia. “You will have the opportunity to compare how these extraordinary, terroir-driven wines, produced from some of the highest altitude vineyards in the world, stack up against the greatest French names from Burgundy and Bordeaux.”

Beyond dining, guests will be invited to explore the region’s otherworldly alpine lakes and sacred peaks on guided hikes while hands-on workshops in Tibetan incense-making and calligraphy provide an intimate connection to the region’s heritage.

From Tokyo to Nikko: A Culinary and Spiritual Journey Curated by The Ritz-Carlton
The second lot takes collectors on a five-day, four-night journey through Japan, beginning in the capital at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo. Staying in a Luxury Suite with sweeping views of the city, Tokyo Bay, and Mount Fuji, guests will rise early to accompany master sushi chef Tadaki Nomura of Hinokizaka to Toyosu Market. The day’s market haul will be transformed that evening into a bespoke omakase dinner paired with a sommelier-curated flight of rare sakes, followed by personalized cocktails at The Bar crafted by Head Bartender Kentaro Wada.

From Tokyo, the experience continues aboard Spacia X, one of Japan’s most refined limited-express trains, with a private cabin journey through forested hills and along picturesque rivers to The Ritz-Carlton, Nikko. While guests sit back to enjoy the scenic views of nature in this two-hour train journey, Sotheby’s specialist will lead a specially curated Japanese whisky tasting which highlights some of the country’s hidden gems.

“Whether it be culture, food, or landscapes, Japan has long been a source of inspiration for many of the artistic references we see and connect with today,” said Freeman Ho, Spirits Specialist, Sotheby’s Asia.   “Taking inspiration from the culinary and spiritual journey through Tokyo and Nikko, the whisky tasting curation focuses on the narrative of the Kanto region, known for its complexity, refinement, and innovative approach to distillation and aging. The selection will showcase some of Japan’s hidden gems that are often overlooked. Whether you are new to whisky or a seasoned collector, this offers a unique experience for all.”

Upon arrival, guests will settle into a Lakeview Suite and enjoy a farm-to-table dinner showcasing the region’s seasonal produce. At dawn, the itinerary culminates in a private meditation session and guided exploration of Lake Chuzenji, led by a senior monk, offering a spiritual and serene conclusion to the journey.

Bidding is available online through Sotheby’s from now to September 16, 2025 (11:00 HKT). For full details on the itineraries and Sotheby’s Luxury Sales Week, visit Sotheby.com.

Where Fine Dining Meets Distinction: Exclusive Whisky Pairing Menu Debuts at Rùn 
In celebration of Luxury Sales Week, The St. Regis Hong Kong will present “The Chuan Whisky Limited Pairing Menu” at its Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, Rùn, from August 15 to September 30, 2025. Crafted by Executive Chinese Chef Hung Chi-Kwong, the eight-course tasting menu is inspired by Sichuan flavor profiles and developed in collaboration with the opening of The Chuan Malt Whisky Distillery in China, underscoring how luxury spirits can elevate a fine dining journey.

To explore The St. Regis Hong Kong’s limited time tasting menu, please visit this link or call +852 2138 6808.

About Luxury Group by Marriott International 
With an unrivaled portfolio of eight dynamic luxury brands, Marriott International is creating authentic, rare, and enriching experiences sought by today’s global luxurian. Spanning all corners of the world, Marriott International’s Luxury Group offers a boundless network of more than 540 landmark hotels and resorts in over 70 countries and territories through The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, EDITION, The Luxury Collection, JW Marriott, and W Hotels. From the world’s most iconic destinations to the ultimate undiscovered gems, the international hospitality leader’s collection of luxury brands is focused on elevating travel with highly contextualized, nuanced brand experiences that signal the future of luxury by allowing guests to indulge their passions while sparking personal growth. For more information, please visit Luxury.Marriott.com.

About Sotheby’s
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, ecommerce, and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable, and collaborative.