WENZHOU, China, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fox ESS, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, has unveiled Power Beast at its 2026 Fox ESS New Product Launch Event on Sept 21, marking a new step for advanced commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage systems. The first large-scale product launch for Fox ESS in APAC was held in an open-air setting in Wenzhou, with more than 200 customers attending from around the world.

Power Beast is designed as a game-changing C&I energy storage system. It comprises the 125 kW H3 Plus hybrid inverter and the high-voltage CQ series batteries. Notably, the CQ20 stands out as the industry’s first modular C&I energy storage system with a fully integrated hybrid inverter, enabling flexible, all-in-one deployment.

Michael Zhu, CEO of Fox ESS, said: “Today, we are not only launching a product, we are demonstrating our capability as an integrated energy storage provider. Power Beast reflects our commitment to global clients by delivering higher efficiency, lighter weight, and smarter energy management.”

Lyren Liu, CCO of Fox ESS, shared insights on market growth and his perspective on battery storage during the presentation. To help the audience better understand the product, Liu pulled back a black curtain on stage to reveal a Cybertruck filled with CQ batteries. He then invited the installation team to begin a live build, with a timer displayed on the main screen.

As the demonstration started, the team assembled battery packs for 8 modules of CQ20, 12 modules of CQ7 and 12 modules of CQ6, totalling 316 kWh. The complete system was then connected to the charging piles, diesel generator, and motor. The entire live demonstration was successfully completed in under 30 minutes.

Key strengths about Power Beast:

Flexible to scale

Power Beast is built for modular expansion. With one H3 Plus inverter, the system can cover capacities from 28 kWh to nearly 1,000 kWh. It is also suitable for multiple deployment scenarios, including rooftop, outdoor and indoor applications.

In grid-connected mode, Power Beast supports up to 100 units in parallel, delivering a total capacity of up to 96 MWh. In off-grid mode, it supports up to 30 units in parallel, reaching 28.8 MWh.

Simple to deploy

Ease of installation is a core part of Power Beast’s key strengths. Its modular design is intended to improve deployment efficiency and adapt to challenging or irregular environments. The total installation time can be reduced by 90 per cent.

Powerful by design

Power Beast is designed to integrate flexibly with multiple energy sources and loads. The CQ20 series batteries achieve a unit energy weight of 7 kg per kWh, supporting a lighter system footprint while maintaining energy output.

Additionally, safety is addressed through a five-layer end-to-end approach, covering cell-level protection, electrical and structural design, active detection and emergency response.

Smart management

Power Beast connects to FoxCloud 2.0, Fox ESS’s proprietary smart energy management platform. It provides real-time monitoring, scheduling across up to 96 time slots, clear visibility of energy flows and performance analysis, enabling one-stop smart energy management.

Fox ESS also introduced its AI agent, Maimai, to provide detailed product, installation and usage information at any time. Using large-model conversational capabilities, it can understand user needs through natural dialogue and generate optimised energy strategies based on historical consumption patterns and real-time dynamic electricity prices.

“We believe a great product speaks louder than marketing. That is why we aim to make our products the best kind of promotion, by delivering real value every single day,” Michael Zhu said.

More than 900 companies and 10,000-plus exhibits bring China’s smart manufacturing value chains to life

HEFEI, China, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 2026 World Manufacturing Convention opened Sept. 20 at the Hefei Binhu International Convention and Exhibition Center, where a humanoid robot landed a pitch-pot throw, an inspection robot patrolled and an electric cargo drone demonstrated vertical takeoff and landing at Luogang Park.

Running through Sept. 23 under the theme “Intelligent Manufacturing for a Better Future,” the 70,000-square-meter convention allocates 20,000 square meters to manufacturing innovation and achievements and 50,000 to commercial exhibits. More than 900 companies present 10,000-plus products and technologies.

Organizers structured the exhibition around manufacturing value chains.

In the smart mining equipment area, a three-dimensional cutaway model showcases Huainan’s mining robotics cluster, anchored by T.SPEC and Tangxing Technology. It recreates the workflow from underground roadway development to shaft hoisting and demonstrates eight core applications, including excavation and roof support, roadway tunneling, materials and pipe handling, hydraulic-support transport, shaft-rope replacement and coal-bunker cleaning, with every equipment model shown in operation.

The manufacturing innovation and achievements pavilion features a 180-qubit superconducting quantum processor; BEST, the Burning Plasma Experimental Superconducting Tokamak, or “artificial sun,” being developed as a pathway toward fusion energy; the Lingjing Zaowu AI research platform from the Scientific Intelligence Materials Creation Center; solid-state transformers; and a ground-based planetary-environment simulation facility. Bringing together quantum technologies, hydrogen and fusion energy, brain-computer interfaces, embodied AI, 6G and advanced materials—all requiring sustained R&D—the pavilion reflects manufacturing’s shift from scale-driven expansion to innovation-led growth.

The exhibits move beyond products to present interconnected manufacturing ecosystems.

The smart and connected vehicle area spans finished vehicles, EV batteries, automotive semiconductors and by-wire chassis systems. The next-generation information technology and clean-energy zone covers power infrastructure for AI, computing capacity, human-machine interfaces and AI-enabled applications. Biomanufacturing exhibits trace development from gene editing, cell-factory R&D and pilot-scale optimization to intelligent high-volume production and commercial deployment.

Guest province Sichuan is highlighting regional manufacturing collaboration under the theme “Smart Manufacturing in Tianfu, Connected to Global Value Chains.” The international zone features multinationals, including Continental Tires and Corning Display Technologies, and China-based joint ventures. The United Kingdom is the first country to return as guest country of honor.

In the technology-enabled senior care area, Anhui Longchuang Intelligent Technology demonstrated millimeter-wave radar that detects falls and alerts family members and nearby care or emergency teams without a call for help. In bedrooms, an alert delay of about one minute prevents ordinary movements, including bending or squatting, from generating false alarms. The company’s smart-space management platform serves more than 50,000 senior care facilities and homes.

From components to advanced equipment, the convention tracks China’s transition from “Made in China” to “Smart Manufacturing in China.” In the first seven months of 2026, Anhui produced 2.0158 million vehicles, including 1.0903 million electric vehicles, and exported 1.227 million, ranking among China’s leaders across several measures. The figures offer evidence of the transformation underway.

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Maybank (Cambodia) Plc., in collaboration with Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), will host MH WellFest Cambodia 2026 on 3 and 4 October 2026 at Borey Peng Huoth Eco Park in Phnom Penh. Endorsed by the Embassy of Malaysia in Phnom Penh, the event will bring together 14 MHTC member hospitals, allowing visitors to meet hospital representatives, explore specialist expertise and healthcare options, and better understand how to navigate cross-border care, alongside financial solutions and family-focused experiences.

MH WellFest Cambodia 2026 is designed around a simple belief: when families think about their future, health, financial readiness and meaningful time together are closely connected. The event will provide Cambodian families and Maybank customers with an opportunity to explore healthcare facilities offered by MHTC member hospitals, specialist capabilities, preventive-health options, health check-up plans, treatment pathways and medical-travel arrangements, and better understand the support available throughout a cross-border healthcare journey. The Wellness Discovery Hub will also feature health talks and personal consultations with Malaysian specialists, available by appointment, helping families make more informed choices for themselves and their loved ones.

“MH WellFest Cambodia 2026 reflects Maybank’s commitment to being present in the moments that matter most to families,” said Rath Sophoan, CEO and Country Head, Maybank Cambodia. “Health decisions are deeply personal, but they are also connected to family security, financial preparedness and the future people want to build together. This event brings trusted healthcare expertise, practical financial solutions and family experiences into one platform, demonstrating what Beyond Banking means in practice.”

MHTC, operating under the purview of Malaysia’s Ministry of Health, leads the development and promotion of Malaysia’s medical tourism ecosystem.

“MHTC is pleased to collaborate with Maybank Cambodia to bring the Malaysia Healthcare experience closer to Cambodian visitors,” said Dato’ Suriaghandi Suppiah, Chief Executive Officer, Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council. “Malaysia offers a strong healthcare ecosystem supported by specialist expertise, quality care, accessible healthcare options and a patient experience shaped by our culture of hospitality. This is at the heart of Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026 (MYMT2026): Healing Meets Hospitality, which recognises that the healthcare experience extends beyond treatment to the care, comfort and support surrounding the patient journey. MH WellFest Cambodia 2026 allows visitors to discover these strengths directly, meet our healthcare providers and gain greater clarity and confidence in navigating their healthcare journey across borders.”

Beyond healthcare discovery, WellFest Live will create a welcoming family environment through children’s activities, family games, live performances, Malaysian food, lifestyle experiences, travel inspiration and partner showcases. The WellFest Run, featuring 5KM and 10KM routes under the theme “Every Step for You,” will bring individuals, families and communities together around active living, reflecting the broader Healing Meets Hospitality proposition behind Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026.

Maybank’s engagement will extend the healthcare conversation into broader family wealth and protection planning. Visitors can explore Maybank Cards and other cross-border payment solutions, EzyPay instalment options, insurance and financing propositions that can support healthcare planning, treatment, travel and longer-term family aspirations.

Maybank Cardmembers can also access selected hospital, spa, clinic, dining, retail and lifestyle privileges, enabling a more seamless experience for families travelling to Malaysia for care, recovery or time together.

With Peng Huoth as partner and host community, MH WellFest Cambodia 2026 will bring Malaysia Healthcare, confidence and family experiences together in one setting, helping Cambodian families explore care beyond borders with greater clarity and confidence. Cambodian visitors, Maybank customers and members of the community are invited to attend MH WellFest Cambodia 2026 on 3 and 4 October at Borey Peng Huoth Eco Park. Visitors can meet Malaysian healthcare teams, explore healthcare options in Malaysia, learn more about specialist care and treatment pathways, and experience the broader Healing Meets Hospitality proposition through a weekend of wellbeing, lifestyle and community activities.

For media inquiries and further information, please contact:

Muhammad Rasydan Bin Ma’at
Head of Unit, PR and Media Unit
Communications
+603 8776 6168
rasydan.m@mhtc.org.my

Qazreen Chan Abdullah
Chief Operating Officer
+855 16 201 234
qazreen@maybank.com

Mohamad Shahizam Fauzi
Head, Communications
+603 8776 6168
shahizam.f@mhtc.org.my

Mer Chanpolydet
Head, Marketing & Branding
+855 17 324 727
chanpolydet.mer@maybank.com

About Maybank Cambodia

Established in 1960, Maybank is the largest financial services group in Malaysia with a strong presence across the ASEAN region. Maybank Cambodia, founded in Phnom Penh in 1993, has grown from a single branch to become a locally incorporated bank in 2012. As one of Cambodia’s top banks, Maybank offers a comprehensive range of financial services, including corporate, commercial, consumer, internet, and mobile banking. The bank operates in Phnom Penh and major provinces with a network of 21 branches. 

Maybank’s website: https://www.maybank2u.com.kh/

About Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council

Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC), established in 2009 under the purview of the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia, is entrusted with developing and nurturing the “Malaysia Healthcare” brand. MHTC enhances, coordinates, and promotes Malaysia’s healthcare travel industry by fostering industry collaborations and building valuable public-private partnerships both domestically and internationally. With 91 member hospitals nationwide, MHTC continues to elevate the healthcare travel ecosystem through strong branding, seamless patient experiences, and strategic market initiatives. In line with these efforts, MHTC is spearheading the Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism (MYMT) 2026, the nation’s first dedicated year to celebrate and advance healthcare travel. MYMT 2026 serves as a milestone initiative to showcase Malaysia’s world-class healthcare offerings, strengthen its position as the premier global healthcare destination, and highlight the industry’s significant contribution to the national economy. 

MHTC’s website: https://www.malaysiahealthcare.org.

The Mid-Autumn initiative delivered gift sets, household essentials and direct financial support to 213 people at the village in Go Vap.

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — STARCARES, the corporate social responsibility programme of global multi-asset broker STARTRADER, hosted “A Full Moon for Every Child,” a Mid-Autumn Festival celebration at SOS Children’s Village Ho Chi Minh City in Go Vap. The on-site festival for the 60 children at the village was paired with essential supplies and cash support reaching 213 people, including house mothers and staff.

Every child received a gift set containing a lantern, cookies, a water bottle, a milk pack and a colouring kit. Hygiene, cleaning and pantry supplies were delivered to the village houses, alongside financial support for operating costs.

The village provides long-term, family-based care and education for approximately 160 children, from infants through university students, who have lost or are at risk of losing parental care. Since 2023, cuts to international aid have pressured operations, with remaining funding committed only through 2026. Contributions support tuition, caregiver salaries and the infrastructure that keeps these families together.

SOS Children’s Village plans care in years, not one-off gestures. STARCARES is built the same way, favouring recurring commitments under its Child Welfare & Community Aid pillar.

“The village was already doing the hard part long before we arrived. Our job is to make the practical side steadier, so the people raising these children can plan instead of improvise.” – Peter Karsten, CEO, STARTRADER.

“Support like this reaches our children in two ways. The essentials and funding ease real pressure on our households, and the celebration itself tells every child here that they are seen and thought of. That matters as much as anything we can put on a shelf.” – Mr. Hoang Long, Director, SOS Children’s Village Ho Chi Minh City.

STARCARES intends to extend this work across communities where STARTRADER operates.

About STARTRADER

STARTRADER is a global multi-asset broker empowering retail and institutional partners to access global markets through a range of platforms, including MetaTrader, STARTRADER APP, and STAR Copy. Regulated in five jurisdictions (CMA, ASIC, FSCA, FSA, and FSC), STARTRADER combines strong governance with a client-first approach, serving both retail clients and partners with a commitment to transparency, reliability, and long-term growth.

Partnership marks a major SCREENX milestone with one of Europe’s most prominent cinema exhibitors

BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CJ 4DPLEX, the world’s leading producer of premium cinema formats and immersive theater experiences, and Pathé Cinémas, one of Europe’s leading cinema operators, today announced a new agreement to bring four new SCREENX auditoriums to France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Two locations in Belgium, one in France and one in the Netherlands are set to open by the end of 2026.

The agreement builds on a longstanding relationship between CJ 4DPLEX and Pathé Cinémas. What began with the introduction of multisensory 4DX to European audiences evolved to include the launch of SCREENX at Pathé La Villette in Paris in 2018. Adding four new SCREENX locations across France, Belgium, and the Netherlands represents the next phase of that partnership and reflects both companies’ ongoing commitment to premium cinema experiences in Europe.

Pathé Cinémas is one of Europe’s most notable cinema exhibition companies. The company has played a defining role in shaping modern moviegoing in France, with operations also spanning Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and Morocco. Pathé Cinémas remains a central force in European film production and distribution through its broader entertainment business.

SCREENX transforms the moviegoing experience with its revolutionary format, which seamlessly extends the picture beyond the front screen and onto the auditorium’s surrounding walls on the left and right sides. Delivering this premium 270-degree panoramic display enhances key scenes with exclusive visual elements and fully immerses audiences in a one-of-a-kind cinematic adventure.

“Europe is one of SCREENX’s most dynamic and strategically important markets, and this expanded agreement with Pathé Cinémas represents another significant milestone in our growth,” said Don Savant, Chief Business Officer, CJ 4DPLEX. “Pathé is one of Europe’s most respected and innovative cinema exhibitors, and we are proud to deepen our longstanding partnership across France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Together, we look forward to bringing the uniquely immersive SCREENX experience to more moviegoers and creating new opportunities to expand our partnership throughout Europe.”

“Our relationship with CJ 4DPLEX has been built on a shared belief in the power of premium cinema, and this expansion deal follows naturally from that foundation,” said Laure de Boissard, Managing Director of Pathé Cinemas. “Bringing SCREENX to additional markets across Europe is an exciting step, and we look forward to offering our guests a premium experience that goes beyond the traditional screen.”

Together, the four auditoriums will further establish SCREENX’s presence across three of Europe’s most active cinema markets.

About Pathé Cinémas
Pathé is the leading cinema operator in France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, and also operates in Belgium, Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and Morocco. Pathé operates 129 cinemas with a total of 1,308 screens. Its strategy of moving upmarket and modernizing its cinemas is driven by an active policy of building, rebuilding, and renovating; continuous innovation featuring the best technologies; unique, tailored services; and an optimized moviegoer experience, both in-cinema and online.

About CJ 4DPLEX
CJ 4DPLEX is a proud subsidiary of CJ Group, Korea’s leading lifestyle and culture company. Headquartered in Sangam, Seoul, we design and develop immersive cinema technologies that inspire audiences worldwide. Guided by creativity, technology, and cultural vision, we are committed to redefining the future of cinema starting right here in Korea.

CJ 4DPLEX is redefining the moviegoing experience across many countries worldwide, working with the world’s top exhibitors to deliver SCREENX, 4DX and ULTRA 4DX to audiences everywhere. From the United States to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, our global presence keeps growing driven by our mission to make immersive storytelling the standard in cinema. Innovation drives us to connect people beyond language and borders through shared experiences.

About SCREENX
SCREENX is the world’s most immersive platform, breaking free from the boundaries of a single screen to place audiences at the heart of the story. With visuals flowing seamlessly across the walls, SCREENX connects film and space, creating moments of true natural immersion. Every sequence is curated to reflect the director’s vision, turning each film into a journey only SCREENX can deliver.

About 4DX
4DX provides the best synesthetic viewing experience that connects the audience with movies through its state-of-the art motion-seats and 21 environmental effects that include water, wind and scents. The 4DX theater is a special theater where you can feel various environmental effects such as wind, light, fog, fragrance, and vibration, as well as motion chairs that move according to the scene of the movie. Audiences can feel a new level of 4DX effect that maximizes vividness in each scene beyond simply watching movies with limitations of existing video and sound.