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Geekplus Redefines Cold Chain Logistics: Next-Gen Automation for Precision and Seamless Operation

HONG KONG, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TAHUHU, a leading cold chain logistics provider, has partnered with Geekplus to transform its Hong Kong warehouse into a state-of-the-art cold chain facility powered by robotics, setting new standards for efficiency, safety, scalability, and advanced robotics applications in cold chain logistics.

Geekplus robots operating in cold chain logistics
Geekplus robots operating in cold chain logistics

With growing demands for faster deliveries, stricter temperature control, and operational precision, TAHUHU embraced automation to address these challenges and optimize its cold chain logistics processes.

Automation Drives Transformation

TAHUHU’s adoption of Geekplus technologies—including cold store autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), low-temperature 4-way shuttle robots, and automated vertical lifts—has revolutionized its operations.

“The cold chain industry is evolving rapidly, and automation has helped us deliver better, faster, and more reliably,” said Reggie Fung, General Manager of TAHUHU.

Survey Reveals Exceptional Results

A recent survey conducted by Geekplus, evaluating the impact of its automation solutions, revealed remarkable outcomes:

  • 100% Positive Feedback: Respondents reported measurable improvements across storage optimization, operational efficiency, and temperature compliance.
  • 60% Reduction in Manual Labor: Automation reduced repetitive tasks, enabling staff to focus on higher-value activities.
  • 30% Increase in Storage Capacity: Optimized space utilization allows TAHUHU to handle more temperature-sensitive goods.
  • 24/7 Operational Capability: Geekplus technology ensures continuous operations to meet growing customer demands.
  • Above-Expectation Performance: TAHUHU’s team reported that automation exceeded expectations in key areas like order fulfillment speed and labor efficiency.

Ensuring Safety and Sustainability

TAHUHU manages goods across three temperature zones—0°C to 4°C, -18°C, and -25°C—while maintaining temperature consistency and reducing contamination risks. Geekplus’ energy-efficient solutions also align with TAHUHU’s sustainability goals, reducing operational costs and environmental impact.

“Whether it’s ice cream, fruits, or frozen meat, Geekplus helps us maintain the highest quality standards,” shared Reggie Fung.

Looking Ahead

Building on its success, TAHUHU plans to expand its automation capabilities with Geekplus solutions like RoboShuttle and SkyCube to further enhance scalability and efficiency.

About Geekplus

Geekplus is a global leader in mobile robotics technologies. We develop innovative robotics solutions for order fulfilment. More than 770 global industry leaders use our solutions to realize flexible, reliable, and highly efficient automation for warehouses and supply chain management.

About TAHUHU

TAHUHU is a premier cold chain logistics provider focused on innovation and operational excellence, ensuring temperature-sensitive products are handled with precision and care.

 

Greater Bay Area Media Explores Guizhou’s Village Super League, a Grassroots Sports Phenomenon

HONG KONG, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 12, 2025, a group of 19 journalists and influencers from the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area (the Greater Bay Area) set out for Rongjiang County in Guizhou Province to explore the story behind one of China’s most talked-about grassroots sports phenomena: the Village Super League. Organized with support from Hong Kong’s TVB, the tour—titled Colorful Guizhou: The Greater Bay Area’s Backyard Garden – 2025 Spring Guizhou Tour by Media from the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area—brought the group to an open-air stadium tucked into the green hills, where roaring crowds, traditional cultural performances, and an unfiltered passion for sports came together in full force.

Visiting journalists join the player parade, rallying behind Village Super League’s amateur athletes.
Visiting journalists join the player parade, rallying behind Village Super League’s amateur athletes.

Unlike professional leagues, the Village Super League in Rongjiang is a public celebration of community spirit – where the players are local farmers and the halftime show features Kam Grand Choirs, a tradition recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage. Just beside the scoreboard, food stalls dish out steaming bowls of suan tang yu (spicy fish soup), while spectators in ornate traditional silver headdresses cheer with the energy of a festival crowd. This blend of football, culture, and carnival has transformed the matches into a showcase of rural China’s cultural confidence.

“Football here rediscovers its purest joy, where the jingling of silver ornaments drowns out synthetic stadium chants. It’s a reminder of how sports can truly connect people,” said one delegation member. Other journalists covering policy and public wellbeing noted the bustling ring of over 30 regional specialty food stalls surrounding the field, highlighting how the event fuels local economies. The symbiosis between sport and village life here offers a compelling example of rural revitalization.

The games, organized by and for villagers, draw packed crowds of locals and travelers alike.
The games, organized by and for villagers, draw packed crowds of locals and travelers alike.

The tour’s insights will soon be shared with global audiences through major media organizations in the Greater Bay Area, spotlighting Guizhou as a place where tradition and modernity—and sports and culture—intertwine. The Village Super League has been widely described as “a living lens into China’s rural transformation—far more than just a football game.”

 

Why Chinese Cuisine Thrives in Malaysia

SHIJIAZHUANG, China, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from Great Wall New Media — In Malaysia, from the Chinese signs on every street to the authentic “Chinese flavor” cuisine and the thriving projects of Chinese enterprises, everything reflects the profound friendship between China and Malaysia that has spanned over half a century.  

 

Wang Chen, an overseas communication officer of the Great Wall International Communication Center, is currently studying in Malaysia. Let’s follow his lens to explore the cultural exchanges and economic ties between the two nations, which exemplify how “heart-to-heart connections foster enduring bonds.”

 

A Cabin Company Raises Pre-Seed from $70M Wellness Fund to Build the “Gym Membership for Nature Stays”

TOKYO, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A Cabin Company today announced the closing of its oversubscribed pre-seed round, backed by Seveno Capital—a newly launched $70 million VC fund founded by Allen Law, Founder of Park Hotel Group. This marks Seveno Capital‘s inaugural investment since its formation, as the VC fund embarks on a mission to back ventures with the holistic potential to extend the human health span.

A Cabin Company’s signature mobile cabin – blending boutique design with natural surroundings.
A Cabin Company’s signature mobile cabin – blending boutique design with natural surroundings.

Unlike traditional hospitality developments, which often require years of permitting, land acquisition, and construction, A Cabin Company offers a radically different model: boutique-level mobile cabins that are legally classified as vehicles and not real estate. As a result, the company can begin operations and generate revenue within 90 days of construction, avoiding the bureaucratic complexities and delays that plague Japan’s development process.

Backed by Global Angel Investors and Seveno Capital—with Eyes Already Set on the World

A Cabin Company plans to utilize the funding to accelerate a countrywide Japan rollout, deepen local landowner partnerships, and build wellness tech into each cabin experience. With eyes already set on global expansion, the company plans to bring its “nature-as-infrastructure” model to other hyper-urbanized cities, from Seoul to New York.

“We’re proud to partner with Seveno Capital and Allen Law, united by the belief that wellness should be a daily right and not a luxury for few. I truly believe A Cabin Company will redefine modern living, shifting it from high-stress to well-balanced, just as gyms once made fitness part of everyday life. In a few years, people from Tokyo to New York will feel more restored, and mentally clear. Instead of distant, exclusive nature resorts, we’re building a simpler, more affordable, and more transformative way to recharge” says Mori Nishimura, the Founder & CEO of A Cabin Company.

“We are proud to launch Seveno Capital with an inaugural investment in A Cabin Company. The company is creating access to a new lifestyle: effortless, repeatable access to nature and human connection. Nature is a pillar of lifestyle medicine, and the company is rethinking human well-being by allowing guests to easily embed nature and recovery into their daily lives. ” says Allen Law, Principal at Seveno Capital.

Reimagining Nature Access—Without Cars or Land Acquisition

Nearly nine million homes—13.8% of Japan’s housing stock—are now vacant, the highest number on record. Contrary to popular belief, Japan’s vacant home crisis is not confined to remote or inaccessible mountain villages. According to government data:

  • Over 28% of high-potential* akiya (vacant homes) are located within 1km of a train station, offering rare, walkable access to nature for urban residents.
  • More than 50% of these homes were inherited, often by relatively young individuals who don’t know how to make use of them yet are open to ideas.

A Cabin Company partners with these motivated but uncertain property holders, transforming them into micro-entrepreneurial cabin “hosts”. Through a profit-sharing model, they earn recurring income by hosting and cleaning our cabins, revitalizing both their land and livelihoods.

“I constantly travel across Japan and speak to locals in every town we consider,” says Mori Nishimura. “To my surprise and joy, I’ve found that many people in these rural areas aren’t looking to retire quietly. They want to work, earn more, and contribute beyond their day jobs. The countryside isn’t what the media makes it out to be.”

*”High-potential properties” refer to vacant homes or land that can be utilized or revitalized with minimal renovation or site preparation.

Walkable Wellness Infrastructure: Built for Speed and Scale

A Cabin Company’s first location is set to open in Chiba Prefecture at the end of May 2025. Just 90 minutes from central Tokyo and a 13-minute walk from the nearest train station, the site offers excellent accessibility.

The company aims to deploy 380 cabins across Japan by 2029. Nightly rates will start at around $80 USD per person—an accessible price point designed to encourage repeat stays and offer ongoing access to nature and mental calm.

Looking ahead, A Cabin Company plans to introduce a membership program for returning guests and integrate wellness technology that tracks sleep quality and stress recovery. The goal is to go beyond short-term stays and build a system that supports long-term well-being.

Next Round and Contact

To maximize speed, capital efficiency, and secure a dominant position in the market, A Cabin Company plans to open its Seed Round in 2025. The funds will be used to expand into Greater Osaka and Seoul, and to establish a dedicated cabin manufacturing hub near Tokyo.

This facility will enable the company to handle everything in-house, from design and production to inventory management and delivery. As a result, cabin production costs will be reduced by up to 50%, and the installation timeline will shrink from 90 days to under 30.

By dramatically shortening the time from build to revenue, A Cabin Company will unlock rapid scalability across its network. Looking ahead, the company aims to go beyond accommodations—expanding into subscription models, wellness technology, and local mobility services—ultimately evolving into a full operating system (OS) for walkable nature access.

About A Cabin Company

A Cabin Company was founded in November 2024 by serial entrepreneur Mori Nishimura. Raised in New Zealand, Mori grew up close to nature. Returning to Japan, he was struck by its vast natural beauty—and the difficulty of developing in it. With 68% of the land forested and over 70% mountainous, real estate projects face heavy regulation and long timelines. To overcome this, Mori created a new model: 17 square meter, design-forward cabins mounted on a trailer and classified as vehicles.

More at: https://www.acabincompany.com/

About Seveno Capital

Seveno Capital is an investment fund backing early and growth-stage ventures that have the holistic potential to extend human life expectancy. The average gap between healthspan and lifespan is nine to ten years. Seveno Capital aspires to cultivate a thriving ecosystem of impact-first, purpose-driven businesses that can measurably enhance and restore human health and well-being to extend the human health span. The VC fund is led by fitness and holistic wellness entrepreneur and Park Hotel Group founder, Allen Law.

More at: https://seveno.capital/

Crayon’s Biennial Future of Operations Study Uncovers What is Driving SMB IT Spend in APAC


SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2025 – ​Crayon, a global leader in IT services and innovation, today announced the latest release of its biennial Future of Operations study of SMB decision makers. The Future of Operations: Advancing AI-Driven Innovation and Cloud Agility for Small and Medium Sized Businesses, Forrester Consulting study commissioned by Crayon for the Asia Pacific region reveals a bold shift in how small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Asia Pacific are investing on IT solutions.

The Future of Operations: Advancing AI-Driven Innovation and Cloud Agility for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses - a Forrester Consulting study commissioned by Crayon, March 2025
The Future of Operations: Advancing AI-Driven Innovation and Cloud Agility for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses – a Forrester Consulting study commissioned by Crayon, March 2025

“Part of being a distributor that is truly on its partners’ side is investing in helping them stay ahead of changes in customer buying behavior. AI has definitely changed the IT landscape and we wanted our partners to understand from fresh insight which solutions, services and capabilities are in hot demand” said Rhonda Robati, EVP APAC at Crayon.

Based on a survey of over 670 SMB decision-makers across ANZ, Southeast Asia, and India, the study reveals that SMBs are no longer in early experimentation mode with AI and cloud.

They are looking for specific outcomes and investing accordingly. Some key findings in the comprehensive study show 72% of SMBs prioritising tech-enabled experimentation, 70% wanting to unlock full value of their data and 87% raising budgets for third-party service expertise.

This could mean a broader evolution in the partner–customer relationship. SMBs want help shaping strategy, integrating AI, optimizing infrastructure, and accelerating time to value. Partners who can bridge business and technology priorities are better positioned for long-term relevance.

“This is a moment of alignment,” added Robati. “Partners who listen, who lead with insight, and who help businesses grow, those are the ones that will win. And that’s what Crayon’s partnership model is here to support”

To read the full report, please visit: https://apac.crayonchannel.com/enablement/insights/future-of-operations-2025/?utm_source=pressrelease&utm_medium=media&utm_campaign=future_of_ops
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Greater Bay Area Journalists Explore Libo’s “Emerald” as Visitor Surge from Hong Kong and Macao Continues

HONG KONG, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 14, the “Colorful Park Province, Backyard of the Greater Bay Area – Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao Media Tour to Guizhou,” co-organized by Hong Kong’s TVB, started with a visit to the Xiaoqikong Scenic Area in Libo. The group included nineteen participants, among them journalists from major media outlets in the region and prominent cultural figures. They joined Hong Kong and Macao tourists—many of whom had begun their Easter holidays early—and took note of the seasonal uptick in tourism that occurs every spring at this UNESCO-listed ecological gem, also known as the “Emerald on the Earth’s Belt.”

The ancient Seven Hole Bridge emerged through the morning mist, its reflection shimmering on the blue water below. The nearby 68-step waterfall added a melodic backdrop, while fresh green vines in the water brushed gently against swimmers’ clothes. As the group explored the secluded karst landscapes, they captured the radiant play of light at Wolong Pool and paused at the heartwarming sight of Hong Kong and Macao families posing for photos in front of Cuigu Waterfall.

While exploring the scenic beauty of Xiaoqikong, journalists in the group from Hong Kong and Macao crossed paths with tourists from their own hometowns, many of whom had arrived early to enjoy the Easter holiday. These chance encounters underscored Guizhou’s appeal as the ‘Backyard of the Greater Bay Area.’ With the expansion of the Guigang-Guangzhou high-speed railway and the launch of the Zhi Zhi Chuan Fei tour, the influx of tourists from Hong Kong and Macao to Guizhou has steadily increased. Themed travel experiences—including ecological education, hands-on encounters with intangible cultural heritage, and stargazing excursions—are gaining popularity. “Guizhou’s role as the popular nearby tourism retreat for denizens of the Greater Bay Area has moved from concept to reality,” one group member remarked. “Each landscape here is a natural stage for sharing China’s story.”

Both text and video coverage of the event will be shared simultaneously across major media outlets in the Greater Bay Area and on international platforms. The goal: to present a modern Guizhou—defined by its ecological beauty and spirit of hospitality—to a global audience. Like the centuries-old tree standing beside the ancient bridge at Xiaoqikong, Guizhou’s tourism industry continues to grow, firmly rooted while welcoming travelers from around the world.

 

Nexteer Launches Brake-by-Wire System

Leverages Technology Building Blocks, Expands Motion-by-Wire Chassis Control

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nexteer Automotive launches its Electro-Mechanical Brake (EMB) system, an advanced Brake-by-Wire (BbW) solution that enhances safety, comfort, serviceability and supports software-defined chassis integration. The company leveraged its technology building blocks to create a modular, high-precision braking system and strategically expand into “Motion-by-Wire” chassis control. 

Nexteer’s EMB represents the next generation of Brake-by-Wire, replacing hydraulic fluid and mechanical linkages with electronic control. While others enter the BbW space with Electro-Hydraulic Braking (which replaces some hydraulic components but still relies on fluid), Nexteer enters this space with EMB, delivering digital, high-precision braking powered by actuators at each wheel.

EMB & INTEGRATED “MOTION-BY-WIRE” CHASSIS CONTROL

Building on its award-winning Steer-by-Wire, advanced software and integration expertise, Nexteer developed EMB as a first step in a broader, chassis motion control strategy. Many of Nexteer’s skills, toolsets, software controls and hardware componentry are shared between its advanced steering and braking development. 

Consequently, Nexteer delivers a highly integrated, cost-effective, compact and scalable EMB solution that solves many customers’ challenges in chassis motion control.

NEXTEER TECHNOLOGY: TRANSFER FROM STEERING TO BRAKING

  • Award-Winning By-Wire Technologies and Synergies: Much of Nexteer’s technology portfolio (SbW, Steer-by-Brake Software, Rear Wheel Steering, etc.) offers in-house building blocks and deep synergies with EMB, plus further enhances benefits when fully integrated via Motion-by-Wire chassis systems
  • Full-Stack Chassis Control Software: Efficient software development and system integration enables coordinated control of subsystems and actuators, while ensuring regulatory, safety and cybersecurity compliance, as well as SDV architecture support
  • Fast, Flexible, Open Interfaces: Supports unique EV and ADAS L3+ requirements
  • Braking & Integrated Chassis Development: Over the past decade, Nexteer’s R&D has developed related technologies and filed patent applications independently and in collaboration with peers in the brake technology sector

NEXTEER SKILLSET: TRANSFER FROM STEERING TO BRAKING

  • Proven history in safety-critical, quality manufacturing and vehicle-level thinking
  • Mature global value chain with localized flexibility, cost controls, speed and resilience
    • Shared design architecture between advanced steering and EMB (motors, actuators, controllers, etc.)
  • Global manufacturing footprint with local, customer-focused, responsive teams
    • Unburdened by legacy braking system investments, Nexteer embraced advanced technology from day one—delivering a value-driven solution without the constraints of outdated infrastructure

“Nexteer’s Electro-Mechanical Brake system is a natural evolution in our ‘Motion-by-Wire’ chassis portfolio. By leveraging our existing building blocks in Steer-by-Wire, Steer-by-Brake, Software and R&D, we were uniquely positioned to innovate modular approaches to high-precision braking and integrated, smart chassis control that solves many customers’ system challenges and pushes Nexteer toward our vision of making future mobility safer, greener and even more exciting,” said Robin Milavec, President, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Board Director, Nexteer Automotive.

The company will premiere its EMB offering in their exhibit (1.2H 1BF007) at the 2025 Auto Shanghai April 23 – May 2. 

ABOUT EMB

  • Improves Safety and Comfort: EMB provides fast, precise and independent control of each wheel, improving stability and reducing response time and distance. The system also enhances NVH (especially important in quiet EVs) and can tailor brake pedal feel via software.
  • Optimizes Energy Efficiency: By eliminating hydraulic fluids and reducing mechanical losses, EMB contributes to vehicle lightweighting, improving EV range/fuel efficiency.
  • Future-Proofs Architecture: Without traditional brake lines, EMB enables greater design flexibility, supports software-defined vehicles (SDVs) architectures, driver assist and automated features.
  • Reduces Maintenance and Environmental Impact: Eliminating hydraulic components minimizes wear, reduces brake dust, CO2 emissions, maintenance and brake fluid disposal concerns.

ABOUT NEXTEER AUTOMOTIVE

Nexteer Automotive (HK 1316) is a global leading motion control technology company accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting. Our innovative portfolio supports “motion-by-wire” chassis control, including electric and hydraulic power steering systems, steer-by-wire and rear-wheel steering systems, steering columns and intermediate shafts, driveline systems, software solutions and brake-by-wire. The company solves motion control challenges across all megatrends – including electrification, software/connectivity, ADAS/automated driving and shared mobility – for more than 60 customers around the world including BMW, Ford, GM, RNM, Stellantis, Toyota and VW, as well as automakers in India and China including BYD, Xiaomi, ChangAn, Li Auto, Chery, Great Wall, Geely, Xpeng and others. www.nexteer.com 

Link to Nexteer Media Center & Link to EMB Press Kit 

WIN SOURCE Ranked No. 1 in Supply Chain Connect’s “2025 Top European Distributors” List

BOLOGNA, Italy, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WIN SOURCE, a leading global distributor of electronic components, has been ranked No. 1 on Supply Chain Connect’s 2025 Top European Distributors list, in recognition of its strong performance in delivery efficiency, service responsiveness, and supply chain management. The annual ranking evaluates distributors based on their sales performance, fulfillment reliability, customer service quality, and overall operational execution in the European market.

As the European market continues to face ongoing challenges and shifting customer delivery demands, WIN SOURCE’s ability to stand out among numerous distributors reflects its deep expertise in localized operations, agile response, and technology-enabled coordination.

WIN SOURCE has established operational hubs and customer support teams across Europe. Supported by intelligent warehousing and inventory management systems, the company continues to enhance logistics efficiency and delivery speed. It remains focused on providing efficient and reliable one-stop supply chain solutions, helping customers maintain predictable fulfillment and procurement flexibility in a dynamic market.

“The European market has always been a core part of our global strategy,” said the WIN SOURCE Europe Regional Manager. “We are pleased to see our team recognized for its work in customer service, delivery efficiency, and supply chain transparency. This honor affirms our service model, and we will continue to optimize our operations based on real customer needs to support their long-term success in a complex environment.”

About WIN SOURCE

WIN SOURCE is a leading electronic components supplier, offering innovative procurement solutions that ensure rapid access to real-time product insights and seamless support for customers worldwide. With a mission to redefine exceptional customer service, WIN SOURCE combines advanced e-procurement systems with a customer-first approach to eliminate delays and simplify global sourcing challenges.

For further information, contact:
Phone: +39 051 0465599
Email: it-sales@win-source.net
Website: www.win-source.net
Company Address: Via Altabella, 17, Bologna, 40125, Italia

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