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TOKYO, Apr 16, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Isuzu Motors Limited (headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan; hereinafter "Isuzu") and Toyota Motor Corporation (headquartered in Toyota, Aichi, Japan; hereinafter "Toyota") have agreed to collaborate on the development toward the mass production of a next-generation light-duty fuel cell (FC) electric truck. This vehicle is based on Isuzu's "ELF EV" BEV*1 light-duty truck and combines Toyota's new fuel cell system (3rd-generation FC system); both companies will jointly develop the system to ensure its compatibility, and aiming to start production in FY2027, both companies will further advance technologies capable of supporting the high-utilization operating conditions unique to commercial vehicles, based on its multi-pathway approach to powertrains, while helping build a hydrogen society and carbon neutral logistics sector.Light-duty trucks are often used for deliveries to supermarkets, convenience stores, and other services that support everyday life. In many cases, these vehicles are equipped with refrigeration or frozen storage capabilities and make multiple deliveries per day, requiring long operating hours and being driven long distances. Under such operating conditions, quick energy replenishment is essential to maintaining operational efficiency.For such high-utilization applications, fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs)*2 which use hydrogen as a high-energy-density fuel, represent an effective option. Compared to BEVs, which face the challenge of long charging times, FCEVs can significantly reduce refueling time. Furthermore, because they offer a long driving range per refueling, they are well-suited for harsh operating environments. Furthermore, like BEVs, FCEVs produce little vibration or noise and emit no CO2 while in use, thereby contributing to reduced environmental impact.The new vehicle will be based on the ELF EV, launched in 2023 and designed using I-MACS*3, Isuzu's product development platform. It adopts Toyota's next-generation fuel cell stack, enhancing vehicle durability and extending its service life. One of the challenges to the widespread adoption of FCEVs is the high vehicle price point. Isuzu is working to reduce costs by optimizing the vehicle body structure and reviewing manufacturing processes. Meanwhile, Toyota is undertaking similar efforts through innovations in fuel cell design and manufacturing processes.In addition, by leveraging the technologies, expertise, and insights gained through the joint development of the next-generation fuel cell route bus "ERGA FCV", as well as the results of the FC light-duty truck social implementation project conducted by Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation, the two companies will advance the sophistication of control technologies and system improvements to enhance fuel cell durability, achieving the high levels of reliability and practicality required of commercial vehicles.As initiatives to expand hydrogen utilization advance at the national and local government levels, the two companies are working with local governments and businesses in each region to support the wider adoption of hydrogen mobility. Isuzu will broaden the options for hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles by putting Japan's strengths in FC technology into practical use, and will steadily advance efforts toward building a hydrogen society. Toyota positions hydrogen as an important energy source and is advancing various initiatives in producing, transporting, storing, and using hydrogen in collaboration with a wide range of partners across industries. Going forward, Toyota will continue to accelerate efforts to expand the use of hydrogen and contribute to the realization of a hydrogen society.*1 Battery Electric Vehicle*2 Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle*3 Abbreviation for Isuzu Modular Architecture and Component Standard. A development approach that enables the flexible combination of components and devices to meet diverse needs, applied in anticipation of future advancement in technologies and the expansion of vehicle types in the future."Achieving zero, and adding new value beyond it"As part of efforts to pass our beautiful "Home Planet" to the next generation, Toyota has identified and is helping to solve issues faced by individuals and overall society, which Toyota calls "Achieving Zero," hoping to help reduce the negative impacts caused by these issues to people and the environment to zero. Additionally, Toyota is also looking "Beyond Zero" to create and provide greater value by continuing to diligently seek ways to improve lives and society for the future.About Beyond Zero: https://global.toyota/en/mobility/beyond-zero/Toyota Motor Corporation works to develop and manufacture innovative, safe and high-quality products and services that create happiness by providing mobility for all. We believe that true achievement comes from supporting our customers, partners, employees, and the communities in which we operate. Since our founding over 80 years ago in 1937, we have applied our Guiding Principles in pursuit of a safer, greener and more inclusive society. Today, as we transform into a mobility company developing connected, automated, shared and electrified technologies, we also remain true to our Guiding Principles and many of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals to help realize an ever-better world, where everyone is free to move.SDGs Initiatives: https://global.toyota/en/sustainability/sdgs/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Japan, Apr 16, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) will begin sales in Japan tomorrow (April 17, 2026) of the all-new Honda Insight, a new EV passenger model.All-new Insight product website: https://www.honda.co.jp/INSIGHT/（Japanese）All-new InsightThe all-new Insight was developed as an EV with a distinctive character, which commands a strong presence and offers exceptional customer comfort. Its exterior styling is instantly recognizable for its unique character and features a sharp, yet flowing form that evokes a sense of powerful and dynamic driving performance, intending to draw attention naturally on the street in urban areas.The cabin features a package and interior design that ensures a comfortable and relaxing ride not only for the driver but also for all passengers, offering a high-quality and valuable space realized by a wide range of comfort features. Moreover, without compromising the joy of driving and sporty driving performance unique to Honda, the all-new Insight realizes a range per charge of 535 km (332 miles) in the WLTC mode*1, offering a sufficient range for a wide variety of everyday driving situations, from daily commuting and shopping to weekend drives.Since the introduction of the first-generation model in 1999, as the first mass-production hybrid model of Honda, Insight pioneered a new era of hybrid vehicles. This fourth-generation, all-new Insight will carry forward the spirit of the previous generation models and offer the new value of an EV as a newly-developed crossover SUV EV. *1 WLTC (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicle Test Cycles) mode is a driving test mode consisting of city, suburban and highway driving modes, with time allocated according to average use time.Sales plans:Available in a limited quantity of 3,000 units.Key features of the all-new InsightDesignThe exterior styling features the distinctive body frame of a crossover SUV and edgy design, which creates a strong sense of forward thrust as if the entire mass of the vehicle is being pushed forward, to express a futuristic form for the all-new Insight. The interior design features a form that creates a feeling of enclosure and occupant comfort, with a rounded design that emphasizes continuity throughout the cabin space. The use of high-quality, soft-padded materials and the placement of LED ambient lighting along the contours of the instrument panel and doors contributes to the creation of a high-quality and seamlessly integrated interior space comfortable for all occupants. PackagingThe packaging was also developed with a goal to create a comfortable space for all occupants regardless of seating position. For the driver and the front passenger, excellent forward visibility was secured by elevating the eye point. In combination with meters that simplify and organize necessary information, the Head-Up Display serves as the primary information source for the driver, which reduces the need to look away from the road and enables the driver to drive with greater peace of mind. Moreover, a center console design that does not separate the driver and front passenger seats, enabling a walk-through between the front seats. For the rear seats, generous legroom has been secured, along with a reclining function, creating a comfortable space for all passengers even during a long drive.The all-new Insight also features a large-capacity cargo area convenient for a wide range of driving situations, ranging from everyday use to weekend leisure activities. In addition, the luggage board that allows the cargo floor to be set at upper and lower positions and the fold-down rear seatback further enhance the usability of the cargo area.Interior comfort features- Intelligent Heating SystemThe Intelligent Heating System, which enables coordinated operation of the heating units for the seats, steering wheel, as well as each interior heating unit, has an “AUTO Mode” that automatically detects the presence of rear-seat occupants and optimizes HVAC output and power consumption. Moreover, by newly incorporating radiant heater panels, the system achieves heating that is more energy efficient, quieter, and reduces dryness compared to a conventional forced-air heater.- Aroma diffuserThe all-new Insight features an aroma diffuser that can disperse fragrance throughout the cabin when the air conditioning unit is in operation. Six fragrance cartridge options are available for selection, and up to three cartridges can be installed in the vehicle at the same time. The customer can select a fragrance via the display audio screen and enhance emotional comfort to turn their time spent in the vehicle into a more pleasant experience. The fragrance that fills the cabin contributes to the value this relaxing and high-quality space will offer to occupants.- Ambient lightingThe all-new Insight features an ambient lighting system that enhances the in-cabin experience through lighting effects. By linking lighting control with door operation and HVAC temperature setting, the system delivers a high-quality cabin space that offers intuitive understanding and comfort to the occupants.- BOSE Premium Sound SystemTwelve BOSE*2 speakers designed exclusively for this model are optimally positioned throughout the cabin to create a natural and immersive soundstage for all occupants regardless of seating position. *2 Bose is a trademark of Bose Corporation based in the U.S.DynamicsThe development team pursued both excellent handling that responds faithfully to driver inputs and a high-quality and comfortable ride for all occupants. Leveraging a smooth and quiet driving feel unique to EVs, the all-new Insight delivers stable driving performance and natural handling that makes this vehicle easy for anyone to drive. As a result, it offers dynamic performance that enables customers to enjoy the vehicle with peace of mind for a wide range of driving situations from everyday driving to long-distance drives.Moreover, the all-new Insight offers four drive mode options — Normal, Sport, Econ and Snow — enabling the driver to select optimal driving characteristics according to the driving conditions and their preferred driving style. In Sport mode, an Active Sound Control (ASC) system can be engaged to further enhance the joy of driving. The ASC system not only emphasizes the feeling of acceleration by producing smooth and expansive “virtual” engine sounds, but also realizes a sense of consistency throughout the entire drive by controlling the sounds during deceleration. By integrating sound effects and driving performance, the system achieves a balance between quietness and driving pleasure, offering the joy of driving unique to Honda. Power unitThe all-new Insight is equipped with a high-power, high-torque, compact drive unit and a large-capacity, yet thin battery. In combination with a thermal management system that maintains the battery at an optimal temperature, the power unit demonstrates stable performance across a wide range of driving conditions. The all-new Insight realizes a range per charge of 535 km (332 miles) in WLTC mode, and a charging time of approximately 40 minutes*3 with fast charging, reducing the stress of waiting for a charge.Furthermore, with the use of the Honda Power Supply Connector*4, an external AC power output device, the all-new Insight can output electricity of up to 1,500W, which can be utilized for outdoor activities away from home. *3 Approximate time for the battery to reach an 80% charge from the time the low charge warning light comes on using a fast charger with output of more than 50kW (Charging time may be longer especially in summer and winter).*4 Dealer optionHonda SENSINGThe all-new Insight comes standard with Honda SENSING advanced safety and driver-assistive functions*5, offering natural control that ensures comfort and peace of mind for all occupants. List of Honda SENSING functions available for the all-new Insight1)Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)2)Collision Mitigation Throttle Control*63)Rear Collision Mitigation Throttle Control*64)Low Speed Brake Function*65)Pedestrian Collision Mitigation Steering System6)Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System7)Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow8)Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)9)Traffic Jam Assist10)Lead Car Departure Notification System11)Traffic Sign Recognition12)Auto High Beam Headlights13)Blind Spot Information System14)Honda Parking Pilot15)Parking Sensor System*5 Honda SENSING functions are intended to assist the driver: therefore, there is a limit to the capabilities (e.g. recognition capability and control capability) of the individual functions of Honda SENSING. Please do not overestimate the capabilities of any Honda SENSING function and drive safely while paying constant attention to your surroundings. For more information about Honda SENSING, please visit the Honda website: https://global.honda/en/tech/Safety_and_driver-assistive_technologies_Honda_SENSING/*6 The three functions – Collision Mitigation Throttle Control, Rear Collision Mitigation Throttle Control and Low Speed Brake Function – are collectively called Low Speed Braking Control.Honda ON Limited EditionA limited number of the all-new Insight with white interior (only with the body colors of Diamond Dust Pearl and Crystal Black Pearl) will be available exclusively through Honda ON, Honda’s online store for new vehicle sales.Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) in JapanModelDriveMax # of occupantsPrice including 10%consumption taxInsightFF55,500,000 yen* Pricing does not include insurance premium, taxes (excluding consumption tax) and cost related to vehicle registrations.* The prices above are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (including 10% consumption tax) and are for reference only. Sales prices are determined independently by each sales company. Please contact the sales company for details.* Based on the automobile recycling law, separate recycling charge will be necessary. The recycling charge includes a recycling deposit (cost necessary to recycle shredder dust, air bags, chlorofluorocarbon (CFCs) and information management cost) and fund management cost.Body Colors - Diamond Dust Pearl*1- Crystal Black Pearl- Slate Gray Pearl*2- Aqua Topaz Metallic II*2 (Honda original new color)- Obsidian Blue Pearl*1 There is an additional charge of 66,000 yen (60,000 yen excluding 10% consumption tax)*2 There is an additional charge of 44,000 yen (40,000 yen excluding 10% consumption tax) Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Zurich, Seoul, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy, a global leader in electrification, and Samsung C&T Engineering & Construction Group, one of the world’s largest engineering and construction companies, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their collaboration on high-voltage alternating current (HVAC) grid infrastructure worldwide. Building on a longstanding relationship, the companies are strengthening their collaboration to shape the evolving global energy landscape.Power grids are rapidly evolving as countries modernize infrastructure and integrate more clean energy to meet rising electrification demand from mobility, industry, and data centers. With variability increasing across the system, flexibility is now critical – placing AC solutions at the core of efficient transmission, distribution, and cross-border electricity flow.As part of this collaboration, Hitachi Energy and Samsung C&T will combine their complementary strengths to identify, assess, and pursue AC opportunities. Hitachi Energy brings world-leading expertise in grid technologies, advanced engineering and design, electrical systems, and integrated digital solutions, while Samsung C&T contributes its extensive engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) delivery capability.“The global energy landscape is entering a defining decade for its energy future, and resilient AC grid infrastructure is foundational to making the transition work. This expanded collaboration with Samsung C&T brings together leading technology and execution capabilities to accelerate grid modernization, strengthen resilience, and enable the large-scale integration of renewables – supporting a more connected and energy-secure system,” said Niklas Persson, CEO of Grid Integration Business Unit, Hitachi Energy.“Our proven collaboration model in the UAE and Australia will become a powerful competitive advantage in the global power infrastructure markets. We will continue to lead complex crossborder transmission projects with integrated solutions that span both direct and alternating current technologies,” said Byung-soo Lee, Executive Vice President, Samsung C&T.The MoU establishes a strategic framework for the two companies to align on AC prospects, developing a shared go-to-market roadmap and an opportunity pipeline. The agreement builds on the companies’ established track record of successful collaboration across multiple global projects—particularly in the fast-growing HVDC market - as they work together to deliver innovative, efficient power infrastructure solutions.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we cocreate and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://x.com/HitachiEnergyAbout Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.About Samsung C&T Engineering & Construction GroupSamsung C&T Engineering & Construction Group has 50 years of experience operating throughout the world. The group focuses on three key areas: commercial and residential buildings, civil infrastructure, and plant construction. Its landmark projects include the Burj Khalifa in the UAE, the Petronas Towers in Malaysia, the Riyadh Metro in Saudi Arabia, and the 5,600MW Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE. http://www.samsungcnt.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Outlander PHEVTOKYO, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) model of the Outlander crossover SUV (Outlander PHEV), achieved No. 1 in domestic sales in Japan’s PHEV category in fiscal year 2025(1), with sales totaling 7,794 units, marking its second consecutive year at the top(2).Since 1964, Mitsubishi Motors has contributed to the advancement of electrification through research and development of electrified vehicles. In 2009, Mitsubishi Motors launched the i-MiEV, the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle, followed by the introduction of the Outlander PHEV in 2013 as the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The company further expanded its electrified vehicle lineup in 2020 with the addition of the Eclipse Cross PHEV, steadily advancing its electrification strategy.The Outlander PHEV has earned high acclaim in major markets including Japan, North America, Europe, and Australia, and has grown into a leading model in the electrified SUV segment. In March 2025, cumulative sales for the Outlander PHEV surpassed 100,000 units in the Japanese market. In Canada, the model ranked No. 1 in the PHEV category for three consecutive years, achieving a high market share across multiple key markets.Mitsubishi Motors has been promoting the deployment of electrified vehicles based on the view that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are well suited for kei-cars(3) and compact cars typically used within a relatively limited range of daily activity, while PHEVs are optimal for SUVs and mid-size and larger vehicles used for broader driving needs. Going forward, Mitsubishi Motors will continue to pursue a pragmatic approach to electrification tailored to regional characteristics and usage environments by offering a diverse lineup of electrified vehicles centered on PHEVs, combined with BEVs and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).Outlander PHEV(4)As Mitsubishi Motors’ flagship model, the Outlander PHEV is designed to serve as an EV for daily use and a hybrid for longer trips. The electrified SUV delivers quiet, smooth yet powerful acceleration unique to electrified vehicles, along with safe and secure rides in various weather and road conditions.The current, second-generation Outlander PHEV was fully redesigned in 2021, bringing together the best of the brand's electrification and all-wheel control technologies. Developed under the product concept “I-Fu-Do-Do,” a Japanese expression meaning authentic and majestic, the model evolved significantly in both performance and presence.In October 2024, Mitsubishi Motors launched an updated model featuring a newly enhanced drive battery that extended EV range and improved acceleration performance. The update also enhanced the quality of interior and exterior design, expanded advanced features, and adopted an audio system developed in collaboration with Yamaha Corporation as standard equipment on all grades, further strengthening the vehicle’s overall product appeal.Fiscal 2025 is from April 2025 to March 2025.According to Japan Automobile Dealers Association (JADA) ratingsKei-car is a vehicle category in Japan for microcars. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KARIYA, JAPAN, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DENSO CORPORATION (hereinafter “DENSO”) announced today that it has established a strategic partnership with Oracle Corporation (hereinafter “Oracle”) to modernize its core systems in the supply chain domain*1. The two companies began work on this initiative in April.Under the partnership, DENSO will deploy a new global core system based on Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications, incorporating the latest AI technologies. Through this initiative, DENSO aims to build an advanced digital foundation for its supply chain operations.The automotive industry is currently facing increasing complexity in supply chain operations that support manufacturing—including production planning, logistics, and procurement—driven by the advancement of vehicle systems and diversification of vehicles, as well as heightened geopolitical risks. To respond appropriately and swiftly to these changes, it has become increasingly important to strengthen and standardize business processes through the use of digital technologies.DENSO and Oracle have previously worked together to modernize business processes based on cloud technologies in areas such as finance, indirect procurement, and human resources. Building on the knowledge gained through these efforts, the new strategic partnership expands the scope of collaboration to the supply chain domain.Under this partnership, DENSO will combine its extensive expertise in automotive parts manufacturing with Oracle’s latest cloud applications and AI technologies, using Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications as the foundation to globally modernize its core supply chain systems.In addition, DENSO and Oracle will establish an AI Center of Excellence (AI CoE)*2, serving as a central organization to collect knowledge on AI utilization and to promote the full-scale use of advanced AI agents across the initiative.Following a pilot deployment at overseas locations planned for approximately two years from now, the new core system will be rolled out globally in phases. Through the introduction of an AI-driven supply chain core system—a leading initiative within the automotive parts industry—DENSO aims to improve operational efficiency and sophistication while building a resilient, robust, and sustainable supply chain capable of adapting to change.Key Business Transformations Targeted by This InitiativeAdvancement of Business ProcessesData spanning planning, procurement, production, delivery, and accounting across globally dispersed operations will be centrally managed on a cloud-based system, enabling real-time visibility of the entire supply chain. Based on this integrated data foundation, AI will automate routine tasks and provide recommended actions, significantly reducing manual work and enabling employees to focus on higher-value, strategic activities.Accelerated Management Decision-MakingBy leveraging the same data foundation, AI will collect and analyze relevant information and run simulations based on multiple data sets, allowing early identification of procurement and supply risks that previously required manual intervention. This will enable the rapid formulation and evaluation of production, procurement, and supply strategies from a globally optimized perspective, in response to changing environments.Comments from ExecutivesHirotsugu TakeuchiCTO (Chief Technology Officer), CDO (Chief Digital Officer),Head of R&D Center, Head of Production Innovation CenterDENSO CorporationAs supply chain operations continue to grow in complexity, advanced technologies such as AI, together with analytics and forecasting platforms based on integrated data, are no longer optional—they are prerequisites. This initiative goes beyond simple efficiency improvements; it represents a fundamental modernization of our core systems to transform the quality and speed of decision-making on a global scale. By leveraging Oracle Fusion Applications to significantly enhance data accuracy and timeliness, and by embedding AI into day-to-day operations, we will implement a supply chain that is resilient to change.Steve MirandaExecutive Vice President, Applications DevelopmentOracleDENSO’s continued growth and the increased speed and complexity of its supply chain operations required a new AI-centric and integrated approach. With Oracle Fusion Applications, DENSO can adopt an AI-powered system of outcomes that can work across the business to automate end-to-end workflows, boost supply chain performance, and drive efficient global growth.DENSO will continue to partner with other companies to strengthen manufacturing competitiveness and address social challenges, contributing to the realization of a sustainable mobility society.*1 Supply chain domain: Refers to operations related to manufacturing, including procurement, logistics, production, and delivery.*2 AI Center of Excellence (AI CoE): A core organization responsible for consolidating and sharing knowledge and know-how on AI utilization, establishing standards and governance, and providing expert consultation to business units to enable effective and continuous use of AI across the entire core system modernization initiative. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Chugoku Electric Power Transmission & Distribution Co., Inc. today announced the signing of an intellectual property licensing agreement. This agreement, effective April 15, 2026, covers Chugoku Electric Power T&D's intellectual property, which includes its dynamic line rating technology [1] and intellectual property related to advanced power transmission facility maintenance. The partnership aims to support the expansion of renewable energy adoption and enhance power transmission facility maintenance operations through drone utilization.Under this agreement, Fujitsu will leverage Chugoku Electric Power T&D's intellectual property to launch an advanced power grid operation and maintenance support service for power transmission and distribution companies. This service will enable safe and maximum connection and utilization of renewable energy in the power grid.BackgroundAs the adoption of renewable energy continues to expand, power transmission and distribution companies are working to maximize the use of existing power transmission facilities while maintaining stable operation of the power system [2] . The capacity of transmission lines for safe power transmission varies with environmental conditions like temperature and wind speed. Traditionally, to protect transmission facilities, operations have been based on the transmission capacity under the worst-case conditions. However, dynamic line rating technology, which adjusts transmission capacity based on real-time environmental conditions, is now recognized as a key method for effectively utilizing transmission capacity while making the most of existing facilities.Furthermore, there are concerns that conventional human-dependent maintenance operations, such as inspection and patrolling of power transmission facilities, will face operational challenges in the future due to a shrinking workforce. To address these challenges, initiatives are progressing to utilize digital technologies and drones to efficiently and accurately assess the condition of transmission facilities.Fujitsu has developed technology to acquire and analyze vibration data across all spans of transmission lines using optical fiber sensing technology [3] with a single measuring device, as well as a technology platform for data management and AI analysis. To apply these technologies in a practical operational setting for power transmission and distribution companies, Fujitsu and Chugoku Electric Power T&D have conducted verification tests [4] since September 2021, focusing on expanding renewable energy adoption and enhancing power transmission facility maintenance operations.Service OverviewThe service integrates Chugoku Electric Power T&D's intellectual property, including its dynamic line rating technology and expertise in power transmission facility operation and maintenance, cultivated through verification tests and practical operations, with Fujitsu's optical fiber sensing, data analysis, and AI technologies. It acquires vibration data from optical fibers laid along transmission lines and uses environmental data, such as wind conditions around the transmission lines, derived from this vibration data, to calculate the available transmission capacity according to the real-time facility status. Furthermore, by training and inferring with AI using the acquired data, it becomes possible to predict future wind conditions around transmission lines and transmission capacity. These series of data acquisition, conversion, and prediction functions will be provided as the basic functions of this service.In addition, the data obtained from the basic functions can be utilized to support power transmission and distribution companies in addressing various operational challenges. It supports the operational design and system construction for dynamic line rating technology, thereby reducing renewable energy curtailment and promoting efficient power utilization. Furthermore, wind condition data around transmission lines can guide drone flight feasibility and optimal route selection. By assessing facility conditions from vibration data, the service also facilitates labor-saving and advanced maintenance operations, moving beyond traditional on-site and human-dependent methods.Fujitsu will offer this service to power transmission and distribution companies as part of its "AI Technologies and Solutions" offering under Uvance [5] , a business model focused on addressing societal challenges. Figure: Service Overview Future PlansFujitsu will continue to strengthen this service, including the application of generative AI, to achieve advanced maintenance operations from inspection to repair plan formulation, thereby contributing to the acceleration of digitalization in power infrastructure both domestically and internationally. Furthermore, under Uvance, Fujitsu will advance towards a sustainable and resilient society by enhancing social infrastructure through data and AI.Chugoku Electric Power T&D will continue to advance its technology and accumulate expertise through practical operations, leading the expansion of renewable energy adoption and the sophistication of facility maintenance operations.(1) Dynamic line rating technology:A technology that constantly monitors the status of power transmission lines and adjusts current capacity according to local conditions.(2) Power system:A series of electric power facilities and systems consisting of "transmission," "transformation," and "distribution" to deliver electricity from power stations to customers. (3) Optical fiber sensing technology:A technology that measures in real-time how optical fiber cables are vibrating by inputting specific laser pulses into communication optical fiber cables and measuring changes or components of backscattered light. This measurement uses a dedicated measuring device and a computing system for data processing. (4) Verification tests:Verification tests conducted by Chugoku Electric Power T&D and Fujitsu from September 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022.(5) Uvance:Fujitsu's business model that drives advanced decision-making and business transformation by leveraging data and AI to address societal challenges. It supports both customer business growth and the resolution of societal issues through value co-creation across industries and countries. About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 113,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuAbout Chugoku Electric Power Transmission & Distribution Co., Inc. Chugoku Electric Power T&D Co., Inc. is a general power transmission and distribution business operator in Japan, located in Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, with five prefectures in the Chugoku region and part of neighboring prefecture as supply areas. A wholly owned subsidiary of Chugoku Electric Power Co., Ltd.https://www.energia.co.jp/nw/index.html (in Japanese)Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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HONG KONG, Apr 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The new energy vehicle industry represents the core direction of the global automotive industry transformation and upgrading, and serves as a key lever for achieving carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. Seres (9927.HK), as a leading luxury new energy vehicle enterprise in China, recently released its 2025 annual results. The data shows that in 2025, the Company achieved revenue of approximately RMB164.89 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 13.63%; net profit attributable to Shareholders of the listed company amounted to approximately RMB5.96 billion, realizing profitability for two consecutive years, delivering a remarkable performance amid the industry transformation wave.Substantial Growth in Sales, Active Dividend Distribution to Reward ShareholdersIn 2025, Seres achieved substantial growth in product sales, continuing to lead the premium new energy market. The Company’s premium brand, AITO, recorded cumulative annual deliveries exceeding 420,000 units, representing a significant year-on-year increase , becoming the top-selling Chinese luxury automotive brand in the domestic market and further consolidating its market position in the luxury new energy segment.Among the brand’s models, the AITO M9 delivered over 110,000 units for the full year. Leveraging its outstanding product strength and intelligent experience, it ranked as the sales champion in the RMB500,000+ luxury car market for two consecutive years (2024 and 2025). The AITO M8 delivered over 150,000 units for the full year and has consistently held the top sales position in the RMB400,000+ vehicle segment since its launch, becoming a benchmark model in the large luxury SUV market. The AITO M7 delivered over 110,000 units for the full year, and with its precise market positioning and high cost-effectiveness, continued to gain market favor. These robust sales figures highlight Seres’ deep expertise and strong product competitiveness in the premium new energy sector, while also confirming the market’s high recognition of its product strength.In 2025, Seres actively distributed dividends to reward its Shareholders, fulfilling its corporate responsibilities through concrete actions and sharing the fruits of development with its Shareholders. The Board of Directors proposed a final dividend for the year ended 31 December 2025 of RMB0.8 per share (pre-tax), representing a total proposed cash dividend of approximately RMB1.9 billion. This reflects the Company’s sound operational strength and high accountability to shareholders, and further strengthens investors’ confidence in the Company’s future development.Continuous Increase in R&D Investment to Consolidate Foundation for Long-Term DevelopmentIn terms of R&D and innovation, Seres Group is committed to driving high-quality corporate development through technological innovation. In 2025, the Company continuously increased its R&D investment. During the reporting period, R&D expenditure reached RMB12.51 billion, up 77.4% year-on-year. Both the intensity and growth rate of R&D investment maintained industry-leading levels, providing sufficient support for technological innovation.Meanwhile, Seres Group continued to expand its R&D team. As of the end of 2025, the number of R&D personnel reached 9,019, representing a year-on-year increase of 45.4%. The R&D team featured a younger and highly educated structure, injecting a steady stream of talent vitality for technological breakthroughs.As of the end of 2025, the Company’s cumulative authorized patents reached 8,046, representing a significant increase from the previous year, covering core fields such as extended-range technology, intelligent driving and intelligent cockpit. Its core technological advantages continued to stand out, laying a solid foundation for product iteration and upgrading as well as the enhancement of market competitiveness.Overall, in 2025, against the backdrop of the industry’s transformation from "scale expansion" to “high-quality development”, Seres Group achieved an all-round breakthrough with its well-established premium product matrix, leading technological innovation capabilities and sound operational strategies. Going forward, the Company will continue to uphold its original aspiration of technological innovation, increase investment in core technology R&D, continuously optimize its product matrix, and deeply cultivate the premium new energy vehicle market, so as to make greater contributions to the high-quality development of China’s new energy vehicle industry and China’s transition from a major automobile country to an automobile powerhouse. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Apr 13, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mint Incorporation Limited (“Mint”, NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong Kong-based company with a new strategic focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, and an established business interior design and fit-out works provider, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Axonex Intelligence Limited ("AXONEX"), is participating in the Hong Kong International Creative & Technology Expo (InnoEX), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). InnoEX runs from 13 to 16 April at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. As Asia’s annual flagship innovation and technology event, InnoEX brings together cutting-edge technologies and smart solutions from around the world, serving as a key platform for cross-sector collaboration and business matching. This year’s edition places a strong focus on AI and robotics. AXONEX is showcasing its latest series of robotics products at InnoEX, demonstrating the Group’s R&D achievements in artificial intelligence.AXONEX is presenting a total of 6 different robot series at InnoEX. Among them, the newly developed production-oriented semi-humanoid robot NEX makes its debut. NEX is a semi-humanoid robot that combines an embodied AI system powered by NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin with AXONEX’s proprietary AX-CORE database. Equipped with AI vision recognition and grasping algorithms, NEX can recognise over 100 different scenes, objects, and actions. Its modular control architecture enables its wheeled chassis, torso‑and‑arm assembly, and dexterous hands to operate independently and precisely in coordination, allowing it to perform complex grasping tasks. The exterior design, meticulously crafted by AXONEX’s professional design team, delivers a high-tech yet friendly appearance. Functional features include a programmable function library, scheduled task execution, and multiple grasping modes (e.g., souvenir grasping, cargo grasping), as well as left-right hand coordination (suitable for airport luggage trolley scenarios). NEX is applicable to a wide range of scenarios, including medical care, industrial applications, retail, and exhibition demonstrations.AXONEX is also presenting, the AI-powered companion robot FLOKI Minibot M1 (chassis model R-300), co-developed with Rice Robotics. The FLOKI Minibot M1 is an intelligent daily companion that combines AI-driven personalisation with practical functions, including smart reminders, proactive notifications, natural conversation, concierge services, and educational tutoring. Its unique strength lies in its ability to develop a personalised interaction style with each user, delivering a more intuitive and engaging experience than some existing companion robots on the market. Future development roadmaps for the FLOKI Minibot M1 include customised upgrades for the education, hospitality, and entertainment sectors. In addition, AXONEX is showcasing the NEO (R-100 chassis), a desktop/hanging smart companion robot, which is currently in discussions with various IP partners for collaboration and is expected to be gradually launched to the market in the near future.InnoEX also features the Model Larry L, Model Max M3, and Model Parry P patrol robot series, covering diverse application scenarios such as services, inspection, security, and smart buildings, fully demonstrating the Group’s R&D strength in the AI robotics field. The exhibition area also displays the Group’s latest AI solutions, focusing on areas such as low‑altitude economy non‑aircraft platforms.In addition, AXONEX also showcased a number of its latest in‑house developed AI smart platforms, covering multiple scenarios including home, security, workplace, aerial, and vertical transport, fully demonstrating the company’s innovation capabilities in the robotics and smart systems field. These include Xero Basic, a home robotics operations platform that helps residents manage and monitor robots from different brands; Xero Pro, a ground patrol security platform offering autonomous patrol and real‑time incident response; Optimus, a workplace intelligence platform that integrates real‑time environmental and infrastructure data to enhance management and decision‑making efficiency; Raven, an aerial drone operations platform supporting fleet‑based monitoring, inspection, and rapid response; and OPUS, a universal lift control system that, through its patented lift control button and integrated interface, ensures precise and safe vertical transport for robots via lifts. The launch of these platforms marks an important milestone for the company in smart living and industrial applications, delivering more efficient, safer, and smarter solutions to the market.Mr. Damian Chan, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Mint, said: "AXONEX’s participation in InnoEX is an important step for us to showcase our transformation results and connect with global resources. Our goal is not just to build individual robots, but to build a complete ecosystem covering different types of robots (production, patrol, and companion), intelligent control software, and application scenarios. Through this exhibition, we aim to convey to the global industry the Group’s philosophy of 'empowering humanity through AI and robotics'. Going forward, the company will continue to invest in and expand its AI image analysis platform and intelligent development systems that align with our core business. Our vision is to build a smart industry ecosystem – from space construction, smart insurance, robots, AI data platforms, AI agents, business operations, to industrial data analysis – offering customisable and personalised services and products to clients with different needs. With Hong Kong as our base, we will continue to optimise our products and gradually expand into overseas markets such as Southeast Asia, Japan, and the United States, steadily building a robotics enterprise driven by Hong Kong’s core technologies."The AI and robotics industry is currently facing core demands such as operational efficiency improvement, security control enhancement, and cost optimisation. Automated and smart solutions have become the industry trend. AXONEX’s new semi-humanoid robot NEX addresses market pain points with core technologies including AI vision navigation, precision grasping, and multimodal interaction, effectively tackling industry challenges such as high labour costs in the service sector, difficulties in standardising operations, and the need to improve human‑robot interaction experiences. With the Group’s continuous expansion into overseas markets such as Southeast Asia and Japan, along with ongoing optimisation of Hong Kong’s homegrown technologies, the Group is well‑positioned to leverage its core technological advantages to secure an important place in the global AI and robotics market, helping Mint achieve a comprehensive transformation towards the technology industry.Mr. Damian Chan, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Mint, showcasing the latest robot series at the InnoEX booth.Appendix 1 – Robots Showcased by AXONEX at InnoEXRobot Name and FunctionsNEXFunctions: AI-driven personalised interaction, smart reminders, natural conversation, complex grasping tasks, concierge services, educational tutoring. Applicable to retail, hospitals, hotels, and industrial scenarios, etc.R-300 - FLOKI Minibot M1Functions: AI-driven personalised interaction, smart reminders, natural conversation, concierge services, educational tutoring. Applicable to education, hospitality, and entertainment industries, etc.R-100 Companion CoreFunctions: AI-driven personalised interaction, smart reminders, natural conversation, concierge services, companionship for daily life applications.Model Larry LFunctions: Autonomous following, path planning, obstacle recognition, multi‑robot coordination. Applicable to outdoor patrol, campus security, public facilities, etc.Model Max M3Functions: Autonomous patrol monitoring, anomaly detection, remote communication, video recording. Equipped with 360‑degree panoramic camera, vertical large screens on left and right sides (capable of playing video and images), and elevator box for lift access. Applicable to commercial premises, exhibition venues, multi‑storey buildings, etc.Model Parry PFunctions: Autonomous patrol monitoring, anomaly detection, remote communication, video recording, license plate scanning. Applicable to commercial security, private premises, exhibition venues, etc.Appendix 2 – AI Smart Platforms Showcased by AXONEX at InnoEXFunctionsXero Basic is a platform for managing, automating, and monitoring connected robots within residential environments. Built on Mint Protocol, it enables robots from different manufacturers to operate within a shared system. Key functions include robot setup and mapping, live monitoring, task scheduling, alerts and actions.Xero Pro is an autonomous ground patrol operations platform, enabling continuous surveillance and incident response. Key functions include live surveillance, patrol tracking, incident detection, and security reports.Optimus is a platform for integrating real-time environmental and infrastructure data across workplace environments. Key functions include environmental monitoring, real-time and spatial data visualisation.Raven is an autonomous drone operations platform for managing drone fleets for aerial monitoring, inspection, and rapid response. Key functions include fleet deployment and control, AI, flight planning, incident response, and live aerial monitoring.OPUS features patented lift control button, this intelligent lifting solution creates a seamless communication link between the vision camera, custom-built lift control interface, and the robot. This integrated system delivers precise, responsive, and safe vertical transport, ensuring fully synchronised lifting operations in any environment.About Mint Incorporation LimitedMint Incorporation Limited (NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong-Kong based enterprise listed on NASDAQ, specializes in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and interior design. Through its subsidiary Axonex Intelligence Limited, the company delivers intelligent robotics and facility management solutions to enterprises, real estate, shopping centers, government agencies, and more. Mint also operates Matter International Limited, providing professional interior design and renovation services. With a focus on innovation and practical applications, Mint is committed to enhancing efficiency, safety, and quality of life across industries.Rice Robotics Holdings LimitedRice Robotics Holdings Limited is a renowned leader in autonomous delivery robot solutions, with a strong market presence across Asia. The company specializes in the design, development, and deployment of intelligent robotic systems for logistics and service industries. Its core technology platforms serve high-profile clients in Japan, demonstrating proven reliability in complex operational environments. With a focus on innovation and real-world application, Rice Robotics is committed to transforming last-mile delivery and service automation, enhancing operational efficiency and redefining customer experiences. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

SINGAPORE, Apr 13, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - April 10, SuperX AI Technology Limited (NASDAQ: SUPX) (“SuperX” or the “Company”), an emerging full-stack provider of AI data center infrastructure solutions, today announced the successful completion of the first batch delivery of high performance AI servers from its Japan Global Supply Center to Digital Dynamic Inc. (“DDI”) on March 24, 2026. This first batch delivery marks an important milestone in SuperX’s strategic partnership with DDI and eole Inc. (TSE Growth: 2334) in Japan and reflects the Company’s commitment to delivering highly reliable, cutting-edge computing infrastructure. “At SuperX, our mission is to build the bedrock of the global artificial intelligence industry by delivering high performance infrastructure,” said Kenny Sng, CTO of SuperX. “Our strategic partnership in Japan exemplifies this core value. This initial delivery is not merely a transaction; it is the beginning of a deep, long-term collaboration designed to accelerate Japan’s digital transformation and set new standards for technological excellence.” The initial delivery consists of SuperX XI6150 servers configured for the Japanese market. These servers are equipped with a high-performance 6530 CPU and RTX Pro 6000 professional-grade GPU, paired with high-specification memory and storage configurations. The delivery also includes a one-stop service package covering server racking at the customer’s designated data center, hardware power-on testing, asset documentation, and three years of maintenance support. The maintenance program combines 5×8 next-business-day (NBD) remote and on-site services, supported by pre-positioned spare parts where required. Subsequent batches of the same high-performance AI server model are expected to commence delivery and installation from late April 2026 and planned for completion by the end of August 2026. Leveraging Japan’s stringent manufacturing execution standards, the Japan Global Supply Center has established a production line with annual capacity of up to 20,000 AI servers. In support of localized delivery and operational efficiency, a professional local service team has been deployed to integrate global technical resources with a local spare parts network, helping ensure rapid deployment and stable product operation. “The commissioning of the Japan Global Supply Center and the smooth delivery of the first batch of products are an important step for the Company to implement its global strategy,” said Aiko Furukawa, CEO of SuperX Industries Co. Limited, the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary in Japan. About SuperX AI Technology Limited (NASDAQ: SUPX) SuperX AI Technology Limited is an AI infrastructure solutions provider, offering a comprehensive portfolio of proprietary hardware, advanced software, and end-to-end services for AI data-centers. The Company's services include advanced solution design and planning, cost-effective infrastructure product integration, and end-to-end operations and maintenance. Its core products include high-performance AI servers, 800 Volts Direct Current (800VDC) solutions, high-density liquid cooling solutions, as well as AI cloud and AI agents. Headquartered in Singapore, the Company serves institutional clients globally, including enterprises, research institutions, and cloud and edge computing deployments. For more information, please visit:www.superx.sgAbout Digital Dynamic Inc. Digital Dynamic Inc. is one of Japan's fastest-growing AI infrastructure operators, with a rapidly expanding deployment of NVIDIA-based inference GPU resources. In 2026, the company plans to complete AI data centers in Kagoshima Prefecture and Fukushima Prefecture, reinforcing Japan's next-generation AI computing foundation. About eole Inc. eole Inc. is a publicly listed company in Japan with a rapidly growing presence in the domestic GPU server market. The company provides investment and business development support for AI data center development projects, playing an active role in advancing Japan's AI infrastructure ecosystem. Safe Harbor Statement This press release may-contain forward-looking statements. In addition, from time to time, we or our representatives may make forward-looking statements orally or in writing. We base these forward-looking statements on our expectations and projections about future events, which we derive from the information currently available to us. 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LONDON, Apr 13, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Alpha Growth plc, a leading global specialist in longevity assets, insurance-linked strategies, and alternative yield solutions, today announced that its asset management subsidiary, Alpha Longevity Management Ltd (ALM), has launched a U.S.-focused specialty finance and uncorrelated alternatives strategy for Japanese institutional investors, deepening the firm's strategic expansion across Asia's institutional capital markets.The strategy is led by a former senior member of Nikko Asset Management (Amova) investment team, Andre Severino, ALM's Senior Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer, alongside Charlie Devin-Smith, ALM's Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, combining deep expertise in global fixed income, derivatives, liquidity management, and Japanese institutional solutions mandates. As previously stated, both executives previously held senior investment roles within Nikko Asset Management's London-based global fixed income platform, where they were instrumental in managing multi-billion-dollar global bond strategies and supporting the growth of the firm's Japanese institutional franchise.The strategy will be offered through the Alpha Omni Alternative Global Fund, a sub-fund of the Alpha Omni Funds ICAV, and has been specifically developed to address rising demand among Japanese pensions, insurers, trust banks, and family office allocators for stable income-oriented alternatives with low correlation to traditional fixed income and public market beta exposures.The portfolio focuses on U.S. asset-based specialty finance opportunities, with particular emphasis on litigation-linked pre-settlement finance, structured settlement receivables, royalties, and other esoteric contractual cash-flow streams. The strategy targets gross annual returns above 10%, with return drivers designed to remain structurally independent from duration risk, credit spread volatility, and listed market directionality.This positioning is especially relevant for Japanese institutional portfolios as allocators adapt to a higher-rate global environment, more volatile policy paths, and reduced certainty around conventional sovereign and public credit allocations.Andre brings more than 25 years of international investment experience across fixed income, currencies, and derivatives. During his tenure at Nikko Asset Management, he served as Head of Global Fixed Income, overseeing the flagship global bond strategy while contributing materially to the expansion of Japanese institutional solutions, including the development of progressive outcome-oriented mandates for large-scale clients.Charlie adds further depth in portfolio implementation and liquidity management, having previously managed a $4 billion global bond fund and contributed to a broader $16 billion platform with a focus on quantitative and liquidity strategies.By leveraging contractual specialty finance cash flows and event-driven receivables, the strategy seeks to provide diversified return sources distinct from public credit, equity beta, and traditional macro-sensitive fixed income exposures, offering Japanese institutional investors a differentiated sleeve for resilient portfolio income and alternative risk premia.Japan remains a core strategic fundraising market for ALM as the firm continues to build long-term relationships across Asia's consultant, pension, insurer, and trust-bank ecosystem through differentiated private market and insurance-adjacent investment solutions.The Alpha Omni Funds ICAV, domiciled in Ireland and authorized by the Central Bank of Ireland, serves as Alpha's regulated cross-border institutional platform, providing access to diversified portfolios spanning life settlements, annuities, private credit, and alternative yield opportunities.Alpha Longevity Management Ltd - Andre Severinoas@algwplc.comCharlie Devin-Smithcds@algwplc.comUK Investor Relations - Mark Treharneir@algwplc.comAbout Alpha Growth plcAlpha Growth plc is a global financial services specialist focused on longevity assets, insurance-linked investments, and institutional wealth solutions. Through Alpha Longevity Management Ltd, the firm delivers differentiated alternatives, uncorrelated investment strategies, and specialty finance solutions to institutional investors globally, with Japan representing an increasingly important strategic growth market. www.algwplc.com About Alpha Longevity Management LtdAlpha Longevity Management Ltd, a subsidiary of Alpha Growth plc, is a Bermuda-based asset manager focused on longevity and esoteric asset strategies. Through its regulated fund structures in Bermuda and Ireland, the firm provides institutional and high-net-worth investors with access to uncorrelated, long-term investment opportunities across insurance-linked, private credit, and alternative yield markets. www.alphalongmgt.com DisclaimerThis news release relates to the Alpha Omni Funds ICAV and its sub-fund Alpha Alternative Global Fund. 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TOKYO, Japan, Apr 10, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - IFS AB (IFS), the leading provider of Industrial AI software, and NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) have announced that Hoshizaki Corporation, a world-leading manufacturer of commercial foodservice equipment, will implement IFS Cloud as its next-generation core system to transform its legacy ERP systems. The implementation will support over 700 users across two major production sites and establish a foundation for AI-enabled manufacturing optimization.Amid intensifying competition, growing product diversification, and the approaching end of support for legacy systems, Hoshizaki identifies this timing as an opportunity to drive business transformation. The company’s existing ERP environment relies heavily on extensive customization and fragmented ancillary systems, which constrains operational agility and limits the advanced use of data.IFS Cloud provides comprehensive coverage of core business functions through standard capabilities, while also offering the flexibility required to support make-to-order and customized production. By upgrading to IFS Cloud, Hoshizaki aims to reduce excessive customization, optimize investment costs, and establish a scalable ERP platform capable of supporting future growth and expansion.At the heart of this transformation is Hoshizaki's vision not only to produce high-quality products, but also to leverage IFS in its standard configuration wherever possible. This will allow the company to stay aligned with the latest releases in a timely manner while enabling future enhancements in manufacturing efficiency and more advanced decision-making through AI and other digital technologies. By consolidating order management, production planning, manufacturing execution, and inventory control into a unified platform, IFS Cloud provides the standardized data infrastructure and real-time visibility essential for advanced AI-driven analytics and optimization, positioning the company to capitalize on emerging AI capabilities within the IFS ecosystem as they evolve.Hannes Liebe, Regional President, APJMEA, at IFS, said: "Hoshizaki is undertaking the modernization of its IT foundation with a forward-looking perspective, in response to the evolving environment surrounding the manufacturing industry. By establishing a modern, standardized ERP foundation, the company will make the use of industrial AI a practical option to support the next stage of manufacturing advancement, strengthening Hoshizaki’s sustainable competitive advantage."Tetsuya Kawai, Managing Director, Manufacturing Industries Solutions Division at NEC, said: "NEC has continuously supported Hoshizaki’s core business operations through the implementation of IFS solutions. We are pleased to support Hoshizaki’s upgrade to IFS Cloud as a strategic partner as it embarks on its business transformation journey. Through this collaboration, we will contribute our experience in large-scale manufacturing IT transformation to help build a stable and scalable ERP foundation. This platform will enable Hoshizaki to enhance operational efficiency while creating new value through the application of Industrial AI."About IFSIFS is the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI for hardcore businesses that service, power and protect our planet. Our technology enables businesses which manufacture goods, maintain complex assets, and manage service-focused operations to unlock the transformative power of Industrial AI™ to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.IFS’s AI-powered platform is fully composable, designed for ultimate flexibility and adaptability to a customer’s specific requirements and business evolution. IFS technology leverages AI, machine learning, real-time data and analytics to empower our customers to make informed strategic decisions and excel at their Moment of Service™.IFS was founded in 1983 by five university friends who pitched a tent outside our first customer's site to ensure they would be available 24/7 and the needs of the customer would come first. Since then, IFS has grown into a global leader with over 7,000 employees in 80 countries. Driven by those foundational values of agility, customer-centricity, and trust, IFS is recognized worldwide for delivering value and supporting strategic transformations. We are the most recommended supplier in our sector. Visit ifs.com to learn why.About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Japan, Apr 9, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation’s automated negotiation AI initiative has been named as a use case in "Deploy AI Agents in Procurement: A Roadmap to Success" (*1), a research report published by Gartner."This note gives CIOs and other executive leaders a roadmap for deploying machine buyers" "— machine customers that buy on behalf of organizations are an agentic AI capability set to transform internal supply chains and procurement, reducing procurement cycles from months to seconds."Under NEC’s "Client Zero" approach, where it positions itself as the first user of its own solutions, NEC is driving internal digital transformation (DX). As part of these efforts, NEC conducted pilot tests of its automated negotiation AI on the procurement systems of NEC Group companies with the goal of automating delivery schedule adjustments in the procurement of parts from suppliers (*2). Going forward, NEC will continue contributing to business transformation and the creation of new value through advanced AI technologies.Link to Gartner researchhttps://www.gartner.com/reprints/nec---japan---a?id=1-2N10UJ72&ct=260319&st=sb*This research will be available on the website above until June 19, 2026.(*1) Meghna Joshi, Don Scheibenreif. (March 13, 2026). "Deploy AI Agents in Procurement: A Roadmap to Success".Gartner, Inc.GARTNER is a trademark of Gartner, Inc. and its affiliates.Gartner does not endorse any company, vendor, product or service depicted in its publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s business and technology insights organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this publication, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.(*2) Press release: NEC Launches AI Agent Service in Japan to Automate Procurement Negotiations Using AIhttps://www.nec.com/en/press/202512/global_20251202_01.htmlAbout NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

XforceTOKYO, Apr 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Motors in Malaysia, began sales of the Xforce compact SUV on April 8. Pre‑orders have surpassed the initial target of 2,000 units since opening on February 5, 2026.Positioned as a new core model for the Malaysian market alongside the Xpander, the Xforce is locally produced at the Pekan plant in Pahang by HICOM Automotive Manufacturers (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd., the contract manufacturing partner of MMM.The Xforce is a five-seater compact SUV developed under the concept "Best-suited buddy for an exciting life." Following its launch in Indonesia in November 2023, the Xforce was introduced to other ASEAN countries such as Vietnam and the Philippines, as well as Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. As one of Mitsubishi Motors’ global strategic models, it has earned praise for its stylish yet robust SUV design, offering a spacious and comfortable five-passenger cabin while maintaining a maneuverable, compact body size. In Malaysia, the Xforce continues to draw strong interest from a wide range of customers through its balance of urban practicality and SUV presence.”Built on the trusted reliability and outstanding handling cultivated by Mitsubishi Motors, the Xforce aims to be a vehicle that supports a wide range of customer lifestyles,“ said Takashi Sakamaki, chief executive officer of MMM. ”From everyday driving to more active pursuits, the Xforce is designed to encourage challenge and adventure. We remain committed to delivering vehicles that respond to evolving customer needs with a strong focus on quality and customer satisfaction.” Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Apr 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Algomatic Co., Ltd. won second prize at GENIAC-PRIZE,(1) a prize competition organized by Japan's New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), for a joint project centered on the theme of "Formalizing tacit knowledge in manufacturing."MHI and Algomatic jointly submitted a proposal to formalize tacit knowledge by examining videos of expert and novice workers, using TIG welding(2) as an example. TIG welding is a high-quality welding method that underpins a wide range of MHI products, from energy plants to rockets. However, it is difficult to master, with quality and work time varying depending on the skill level of the welder, and skill transfer is an issue. The project proposal involved simply shooting and uploading videos of welding work conducted by expert and novice welders, and having an agent AI automatically analyze the difference. The optimal approach was selected from among multiple analysis modules to extract and illustrate differences in skills, including embodied knowledge, from multiple perspectives. The use of AI allows skills that are difficult to articulate to be systematically accumulated as explicit knowledge, while also enabling technical evaluation and feedback for less skilled welders.In the manufacturing industry, experienced workers accumulate skills as tacit knowledge, and the communication and standardization of such knowledge has long been an issue. This project, by comparing the work of expert and novice welders, aims to elucidate embodied knowledge, and is expected to contribute to more efficient transfer of skills, and improve productivity in manufacturing. It is an important first step towards practical application of this technology in the future.Based on its Innovative Total Optimization (ITO) corporate strategy, MHI is working to halve lead times and improve business productivity based on a concept of "overall optimization," while also establishing material targets for the growth strategy of each business from the perspective of domain expansion. Going forward, MHI will pursue the practical application of this technology, and contribute to the transfer of skills and productivity improvement in manufacturing.(1) The GENIAC-PRIZE is a prize competition run by NEDO aimed at accelerating the real-world application of generative AI. A total of about 800 million yen is awarded under four themes of "Formalizing tacit knowledge in manufacturing", "Improving customer support productivity", "Development of generative AI to streamline administrative review tasks", and "Development of technologies for risk discovery and mitigation in generative AI". At the final judging and awards ceremony held on March 24, 2026, 42 projects were awarded prizes from more than 200 entries. See the following website for details. https://geniac-prize.nedo.go.jp/(Japanese Only)(2) Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding is a type of arc welding using a tungsten electrode and an inert shielding gas such as argon.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

APM for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International AirportTOKYO, Apr 7, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Crystal Mover Services, Inc. (CMSI), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has concluded a contract with the City of Atlanta, Department of Aviation, operator of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in the United States, to renovate and upgrade the airport's Automated People Mover (APM) system,(1) ATL SkyTrain. The contract covers a ten-year period from March 2026 to March 2036.CMSI provides operations and maintenance (O&M) services for airport APM systems in the United States. Given that more than 15 years have passed since MHI Group delivered Atlanta airport's APM system, this latest contract includes renewal of the signal system and various other devices and equipment, as well as additional vehicles and the replacement of existing vehicles.Atlanta International Airport's APM system connects the main passenger terminal with the rental car center, with one intermediate station, extending a total length of approximately 2.2 kilometers. The line comprises a wholly elevated double-tracked guideway, functioning as crucial infrastructure for the airport, which has the highest passenger traffic in the world.(2) Since the start of commercial operation in December 2009, CMSI has provided O&M services 24 hours a day year-round, helping to ensure safety, reliability, and comfort. In December 2024, CMSI concluded a five-year O&M service renewal agreement for the airport, and continues to support the stable operation of the APM system.(3) In addition to CMSI's long-standing operational and maintenance track record and continuous efforts, MHI Group received this contract for renewal of the APM system equipment and facilities in recognition of its accumulated technical capabilities for the design, manufacturing, and construction of APM systems.Going forward, MHI Group will continue to provide APM systems and O&M services that offer exceptional design, economic efficiency, and the capability to reduce CO2 emissions, contributing to improved transport convenience, solutions for local challenges, and the realization of a carbon-neutral world.About Crystal Mover Services, Inc. (CMSI)Since its founding in January 2009, CMSI has provided O&M services for all APM systems delivered by MHI Group to international airports in Miami, Washington Dulles, Atlanta, Orlando, and Tampa. CMSI contributes significantly to the safe and stable operation of the transportation systems serving these important hubs.(1) APM systems are used worldwide to connect air terminals, or as transportation systems to serve areas near airports.(2) Based on the 2024 rankings of the world's busiest airports from Airports Council International (ACI)https://aci.aero/2025/04/14/the-busiest-airports-in-the-world-defy-global-uncertainty-and-hold-top-rankings/(3) For more information on the renewal of the O&M contract for the Atlanta International Airport APM system received in 2024, see the following press release:https://www.mhi.com/news/250327.html CMSI Employees Supporting the Stable Operations of APM SystemsAbout MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Apr 6, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JFE Holdings, Inc. (JFE) and Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) are pleased to announce that we have signed a Second Memorandum of Understanding (Second MOU) at the end of March, of this year toward the joint development of a power business and data center project in the Ohgishima, Keihin District. Under the Second MOU, the companies will advance the business plan with the goal of entering into a joint venture agreement.In March 2025, JFE and MC signed an initial Memorandum of Understanding to explore the feasibility of a joint venture. Over the following year, the two companies conducted foundational technical and commercial assessments of an integrated power and data center project together with MC Digital Realty, Inc.(*1) (MCDR), leveraging the distinctive advantages of the Ohgishima Area which include a large-scale site strategically located approximately 20 km from central Tokyo and a stable power supply from JFE’s captive power plant.Following confirmation of the feasibility of the concept to construct and operate a data center on 5 hectares of land, utilizing the adjacent JFE's captive power plant in the Ohgishima Area, which has a generating capacity of 190 MW, the companies have decided to proceed to the concretization phase of a joint venture encompassing both the data center and power businesses.For JFE, commercialization of the data center under consideration is a key initiative under its Eighth Medium-Term Business Plan(*2) toward realizing the land use concept outlined in "OHGISHIMA 2050"(*3) and the goals of "JFE Vision 2035." JFE will commence land development at the candidate data center site and proceed with planning for the construction of the necessary infrastructure.MC positions data centers and power, both of which are indispensable to the advancement of AI, as “AI infrastructure.” The company views this plan to develop these facilities in areas of large-scale land use conversion project to be a strong example of meeting the need to repurpose former industrial land and construct next-generation industries. Leveraging its broad industrial portfolio and accumulated expertise across diverse businesses, MC will work jointly with JFE to further develop the plan.JFE, MC, and MCDR, a leading data center developer and operator in Japan have identified an initial site of approximately five hectares adjacent to the existing JFE power plant for data center development. The site can support at least two data centers, and the companies are targeting the commencement of operations for an initial 60 MW data center in fiscal year 2031, which can utilize electricity secured from the captive power plant. Looking ahead, the companies envision a phased expansion in line with demand trends, with additional nearby sites identified for future growth. Ultimately, this development could form a data center campus with several hundred megawatts of IT capacity. The three companies will advance concrete planning, including the design of data centers capable of supporting cloud and AI computing infrastructure. Drawing on its extensive experience in the development and operation of multiple data centers in the Greater Tokyo area, MCDR will support the initiative through the provision of a wide range of development and operational solutions.With respect to the power business, JFE and MC will work to maximize utilization of JFE's captive power plant to deliver stable and cost-competitive electricity to the data center and other power demand within the Ohgishima Area. The companies will also explore reinforcement of the plant's generating capacity in line with progress in land use conversion and expansion of the data center business. Additionally, JFE and MC will study the potential supply of green power by leveraging Ohgishima’s planned hydrogen hub to support the future demand for power resulting from continued land use conversion and data center expansion.Demand for data centers surges in response to growing information processing needs. However, the availability of suitable urban sites capable of accommodating their substantial power requirements remains limited. At the same time, securing a sustainable and stable power supply has become an increasingly pressing social challenge. Through this initiative, JFE and MC intend to address these issues and contribute to the enhancement of Japan's industrial competitiveness.(*1) MC Digital Realty, IncMC Digital Realty, Inc. is an equal-equity joint venture between Mitsubishi Corporation and Digital Realty, a leading global data center provider with more than 300 facilities worldwide. Leveraging Mitsubishi Corporation’s expertise in real estate and infrastructure investment, along with its extensive customer network, and Digital Realty’s global platform and proven capabilities in data center development and operations, the company delivers a comprehensive range of data center solutions in Japan, enabling customers to scale their businesses and drive innovation.(*2) “JFE Vision 2035” and Eighth Medium-Term Business Planhttps://www.jfe-holdings.co.jp/en/sustainability/sus_manage/manage/plan/(*3) Ohgishima 2050https://www.jfe-holdings.co.jp/en/release/2023/0907/000278/MaterialityBased on the Three Corporate Principles, which serve as MC’s core philosophy, MC has continued to grow together with society by contributing to the sustainable development of society through its business activities while pursuing value creation. While continuously creating Shared Value guided by the Materiality, a set of crucial societal issues, MC will continue to strengthen its efforts towards sustainable corporate growth. Guided by this Materiality, MC will continue to strengthen its efforts towards sustainable corporate growth. Out of the six material issues relating to “Realizing a Carbon Neutral Society and Striving to Enrich Society Both Materially and Spiritually”, this project’s activities particularly support “Contributing to Decarbonized Societies” “Promoting Stable, Sustainable Societies and Lifestyles.” “Utilizing Innovation to Address Societal Needs” and “Addressing Regional Issues and Growing Together with Local Communities”Inquiry RecipientMitsubishi CorporationTelephone:+81-3-3210-2171Inquiry RecipientJFE Holdings Corporation Investor Relations and Corporate Communications DepartmentTelephone:+81-3-3597-3842 Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Strasbourg, France & Schiphol, Netherlands, Apr 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Transgene (Euronext Paris: TNG), a biotech company that designs and develops virus-based immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer, and NEC Bio B.V. ("NEC"), a wholly owned subsidiary of NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701), a leader in IT, network and AI technologies, announce the signing of a license agreement to advance the clinical development of TG4050, an individualized neoantigen therapeutic vaccine (INTV) in the adjuvant treatment of resected HPV-negative head and neck cancer.TG4050 is an individualized immunotherapy based on an MVA viral vector incorporating neoantigens selected using NEC’s AI-enabled prediction platform. It is currently being evaluated in patients with head and neck cancer with the aim of preventing relapse and extend disease-free survival following surgery and adjuvant therapy. TG4050 is designed to stimulate and educate the immune system against a patient’s cancer using tumor-specific genetic mutations (neoantigens) targeting each patient’s unique tumor. These neoantigens are identified and selected using NEC’s proprietary platform, which applies advanced machine learning to select immunogenic mutations that are most likely to induce a strong immune response.Under the terms of the license agreement, Transgene secures access to NEC’s AI-based neoantigen prediction platform for further development of TG4050 in the adjuvant treatment of resected HPV-negative head and neck cancer while conferring rights to enable Transgene’s further clinical development and to support commercialization and potential partnering of the program. NEC retains full ownership and operational control of its AI platform and will support Transgene to conduct further clinical activity.NEC will receive a technology access fee of €2.5 million in Transgene shares following the signing (see below) and an additional €2.5 million in cash to be paid out in a series of tranches through early 2028. Additionally, a further payment will be milestone-based and a portion of such payment will be made in Transgene’ shares. NEC is also eligible to receive undisclosed additional consideration including development milestone payments, as well as a double-digit share of profits or licensing revenues."Building on the results of our long-standing collaboration and with the license to use NEC’s prediction platform, we are now in a strong position to pursue further development of TG4050, which will be informed by data from our ongoing Phase 2 trial. We are also pleased to welcome NEC as a shareholder of Transgene and appreciate their confidence as we work together to advance a treatment that has the potential to improve the outcomes for patients at risk of relapse in head and neck cancer," said Dr. Alessandro Riva, Chairman and CEO of Transgene.Akira Kitamura, GM, AI Drug Development Division of NEC Corporation and CEO of NEC Bio, added, "This agreement is an important milestone in our partnership with Transgene and reflects NEC’s long-term commitment to the development of TG4050. This collaboration is a clear example of how NEC can bring differentiated AI capabilities to biopharma. The clinical data generated to date is encouraging and support the potential of TG4050 as a promising approach to reducing relapse risk in patients with head and neck cancer. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with Transgene and to realizing the full clinical and strategic potential of this partnership."Capital increaseAs indicated above, a €2.5 million portion of the access fee to be paid to NEC will be paid in Transgene shares. Transgene will thus issue 3,345,824 new shares to NEC Bio B.V. at a price of €0.7472 per share. This price corresponds to the volume-weighted average (VWAP) of the last five (5) closing prices of the Transgene shares on the regulated market of Euronext in Paris prior to signing. The new shares will represent 1.22% of the share capital of Transgene post issuance (and 0.98% of its voting rights)1.The capital increase is carried out on the basis of the 22nd resolution of the Combined General Meeting of May 15, 2025. The new shares will be admitted to trading on the regulated market of Euronext in Paris as soon as they are issued and will be immediately assimilated to the existing Transgene shares (ISIN code FR0005175080).The capital increase is expected to be completed by the end of April 2026.(1) Based on today’s share capital and voting rights.ShareAbout TG4050TG4050 is an individualized immunotherapy being developed in the treatment of resected HPV-negative head and neck cancer that is based on Transgene’s myvac® technology and powered by NEC’s longstanding artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) expertise. This virus-based individualized neoantigen therapeutic vaccine (INTV) encodes neoantigens (patient-specific mutations) identified and selected by NEC’s Neoantigen Prediction System. The prediction system is based on more than two decades of expertise in AI and has been trained on proprietary data allowing it to prioritize and select the sequences that are predicted to be the most immunogenic sequences.TG4050 is designed to stimulate the immune system of patients in order to induce a T-cell response that is able to recognize and destroy tumor cells based on their own neoantigens. This individualized immunotherapy is developed and produced for each patient.About TransgeneTransgene (Euronext: TNG) is a biotechnology company focused on designing and developing targeted immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer. The Company’s clinical-stage programs consist of a portfolio of viral vector-based immunotherapeutics. TG4050, the first individualized therapeutic vaccine based on the myvac® platform is the Company’s lead asset, with demonstrated proof of principle in patients in the adjuvant treatment of head and neck cancers. The Company has other viral vector-based assets, including BT-001, an oncolytic virus based on the Invir.IO® viral backbone, which is in clinical development. The Company also conducts innovative discovery and preclinical work, aimed at developing novel immunotherapies.With Transgene’s myvac® platform, therapeutic vaccination enters the field of precision medicine with a novel immunotherapy that is fully tailored to each individual. The myvac® approach allows the generation of a virus-based immunotherapy that encodes patient-specific mutations identified and selected by Artificial Intelligence capabilities provided by its partner NEC.Additional information about Transgene is available at: www.transgene.comFollow us on social media: X: @TransgeneSA — LinkedIn: @Transgene — Bluesky: @TransgeneAbout NEC CorporationThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society. For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.About NEC BioNEC Bio is the biotechnology arm of NEC Corporation, headquartered in the Netherlands, and focused on leveraging state of the art AI technologies to address world's most pressing healthcare challenges. Leveraging cutting-edge science, data, and innovation, NEC Bio is dedicated to developing personalized therapies designed to transform patient outcomes and improve quality of life globally. With a growing international footprint, NEC Bio includes subsidiaries such as NEC OncoImmunity in Oslo, Norway, and NEC Bio Therapeutics in Mannheim, Germany—each contributing specialized expertise across immunotherapy, precision medicine, and translational research. Together, these entities form a collaborative ecosystem committed to accelerating innovation from discovery to patient impact.To learn more, visit www.nec-bio.com and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates.DisclaimerThis press release contains forward-looking statements, which are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. The occurrence of any of these risks could have a significant negative outcome for the Company’s activities, perspectives, financial situation, results, regulatory authorities’ agreement with development phases, and development. The Company’s ability to commercialize its products depends on but is not limited to the following factors: positive pre-clinical data may not be predictive of human clinical results, the success of clinical studies, the ability to obtain financing and/or partnerships for product manufacturing, development and commercialization, and marketing approval by government regulatory authorities. For a discussion of risks and uncertainties which could cause the Company’s actual results, financial condition, performance or achievements to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, please refer to the Risk Factors ("Facteurs de Risque") section of the Universal Registration Document, available on the AMF website (http://www.amf-france.org) or on Transgene’s website (www.transgene.com). Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and Transgene undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

NEW YORK, Apr 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Rail has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Clever Devices, a leading U.S. - based provider of Intelligent Transportation Systems for transit agencies around the world.Clever Devices, headquartered in Woodbury, New York, is recognized for its pioneering, advanced technology solutions that enhance fleet management, passenger experience and operational efficiency for mass transit agencies. The company has offices located in the United States, Europe, and South America.The proposed acquisition of a company with deep digital expertise and expected 2026 revenues of over $220 million, marks a significant step in Hitachi Rail’s strategy to operate as a leading global digital mobility player. Upon completion, the business will extend its footprint from rail to multimodal mobility and strengthen its presence in North America.With over 600 employees and a customer base that includes 8 of the 10 largest North American transit agencies, Clever Devices brings a robust portfolio and a proven track record of innovation and delivery. Its Intelligent Transport System (ITS) solutions are a critical enabler to growing public transport usage, making it more attractive and efficient by improving accuracy of information and boosting service punctuality. Its solutions are deployed across public mobility, including busses, as well as railway systems. Alongside its strength in North America, Clever Devices has achieved substantial growth in countries such as Brazil and Chile, as well as in Europe in markets including Italy.Clever Devices’ portfolio of onboard and centralized data solutions will complement Hitachi Rail’s HMAX Mobility suite, bringing added functionality and benefits for customers across public transport around the world.HMAX Mobility is Hitachi Rail’s digital asset management platform that optimizes the performance of railways around the world. It connects data from fleets of trains, wayside signal ling assets, and track infrastructure to create an operational twin of railways. It brings together advanced sensor technology, deep rail expertise and the latest in AI and edge computing to maximize rail performance, extend asset life and optimize costs.The acquisition will enable Hitachi Rail to offer enhanced solutions that support the digital transformation of public transport beyond railways, optimize energy management and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.In the Smart Mobility space, combining Clever Devices’ fleet management technology with Hitachi Rail’s Operation Control Centres will enable real time multimodal solutions for urban public transport systems. This technology will enable connected and sustainable intermodal transport and support the transition to more sustainable and efficient transit systems.Giuseppe Marino, Group CEO, Hitachi Rail, said: “This investment is an important milestone in our strategy to accelerate the digital transformation of public mobility. Clever Devices’ proven expertise in intelligent transportation systems, combined with our global scale and our HMAX Mobility platform, will allow us to offer our customers a suite of data - driven mobility solutions that optimize transport infrastructure and services. Together, we will expand our capabilities beyond rail and deepen our presence in North America, supporting cities as they transition to more innovative and efficient transport networks.”Hitachi Rail’s growing footprint in the North American market has been underlined by the recent $110m opening of its digital lighthouse factory in Hagerstown, Maryland, and a CA $30m investment in a new Canadian HQ.Hitachi Rail collaborated with SSIB, Hitachi’s Strategic Social Innovation Business Unit, on this agreement, to jointly advance the One Hitachi initiative and explore broader opportunities in the mobility sector. As a Hitachi Group company, Hitachi Rail’s pioneering technology also benefits from the digital expertise and capabilities of other group companies, including Hitachi Digital, GlobalLogic, and Hitachi Digital Services.The transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions and is expected to close later in the year following the receipt of regulatory approvals. Hitachi Rail is being advised by J.P. Morgan and Ropes & Gray LLP in this transaction.About Clever DevicesTotal employees: 600 employeesFounded Around: 1987Locations: Headquartered in New York, with offices across the US, Canada, Brazil and Italy.Customers: Over 250 worldwide, including 8 of the 10 largest transit agencies in North America. Customers span public transport including bus, railway and paratransit operatorsRevenues: Expected Revenues of over$220 million in 2026Clever Devices’ Solutions: Fleet monitoring solutions including Automatic Vehicle Monitoring (providing single source of diagnostic information); Clever CAD (communications tool between operator and vehicles); Clever Works (maximizing integrity and efficiency of data); Electric Vehicle Management Solution Passenger facing solutions, including: Live bus time updates; Automated Voice Announcement; Clever Vision (real time information to passengers on board) As well as Safety and security; Business Intelligence; and Communications solutionsAbout Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY 2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783. 3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.About Hitachi RailHitachi Rail is committed to driving the transition to sustainable mobility and has a clear focus on partnering with customers to rethink mobility. Its mission is to help every passenger, customer, and community enjoy the benefits of more connected, smooth , and sustainable transportation. With a turnover of more than €7 billion and 24,000 employees in more than 50 countries, Hitachi Rail is a reliable partner for the world's best transport companies. The company's presence is global, but the company is local, with success based on developing local talent and investing in people and communities. Its international expertise and experience covers every part of urban ecosystems, main lines and freight railways, from high - quality production and maintenance of rolling stock to digital signalling, payment systems and smart operations. Hitachi Rail, famous for Japan's iconic high -speed train, leverages the digital and artificial intelligence expertise of Hitachi Group companies to accelerate innovation and develop new technologies. For more information, visit the hitachirail.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KARIYA, JAPAN, Apr 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DENSO CORPORATION and FoodVentures announced that DENSO has acquired a partial equity stake in FoodVentures and made FoodVentures a consolidated subsidiary. Through this capital partnership, DENSO and FoodVentures will strengthen their collaboration to globally deploy the One-Stop Solution, which enables stable and predictable agricultural production through an integrated approach.In recent years, changes in social conditions—such as the progression of climate change, a declining farming population in some areas, and growing importance of food security—have accelerated efforts around the world to secure agricultural production and improve food self-sufficiency. As a result, new entrants into the agricultural sector are emerging, and there is a growing global demand to realize sustainably local-grown agricultural production.Since 2017, DENSO has positioned agriculture as a new pillar of its business and, in 2022, further strengthened this commitment by incorporating it into its articles of incorporation. Leveraging technologies developed through automotive component manufacturing—including production process design, sensing, and image processing—DENSO has been advancing environmental control and automation technologies for greenhouse horticulture.In addition, DENSO has been strengthening collaboration with partners that possesses expertise in greenhouses, seeds and seedlings, and cultivation technologies—key element for sustainable agricultural production. In 2023, DENSO welcomed Certhon, a provider of advanced horticultural greenhouses, into the DENSO Group. In 2025, DENSO also welcomed Axia, a developer and distributor of tomato seeds and seedlings, and entered into a joint development agreement with Delphy, a global cultivation consulting company.FoodVentures, newly joining the DENSO Group, has worked for more than 10 years to provide solutions that combine cultivation technologies with operational support, with a view to grow vegetables closer to its consumers. In recent years, FoodVentures has offered one-stop proposals to new entrants, covering everything from business planning to cultivation, farm operations, and crop sales, and has also provided services that undertake actual farm operations. FoodVentures has extensive expertise, and a proven track record built through supporting greenhouse horticulture operators in many countries across all climates.Going forward, through FoodVentures, the DENSO Group will offer integrated solutions of technology and know-how globally that maximize customer’s profitability. Through these efforts, DENSO will accelerate initiatives toward enabling stable and predictable agricultural production.DENSO CORPORATIONFood Value Chain Business UnitExecutive OfficerYasushi Mukai“In recent years, food growers have faced an increasing number of challenges, and agriculture is at a major turning point. By welcoming FoodVentures—which provides end-to-end support from business planning to cultivation, farm operations, and sales—into the DENSO Group, we have built a structure that enables us to deploy a One-Stop Solution globally that support the entire farming operation, beyond simply providing technology. Together with FoodVentures and our partners, we will work to realize the vision of providing safe, delicious, and environmentally friendly food anytime, anywhere, and for everyone.”FoodVentures B.V.CEODirk Aleven“After more than a decade of experience growing vegetables in greenhouses around the world, we see that projects are becoming larger and more complex. Exciting new opportunities are emerging, such as the use of residual heat from data centers and other co-location opportunities for greenhouses. These combinations enable safe, affordable, and fresh vegetable production close to consumers.”“We share DENSO CORPORATION’s ambition to offer a holistic solution to the horticultural industry by combining technology, data, and know-how. This new partnership creates an opportunity to unite technology, expertise, and scale to better meet the needs of our customers.”＜Overview of FoodVentures＞ 1. Company Name FoodVentures B.V. 2. Established 2010 3. Head Office Europa 1, 2672 ZX Naaldwijk, The Netherlands 4. CEO Dirk Aleven 5. Revenue €2.9 million (2024) 6. Number of Employees 22 Representatives of both companies shaking handsFrom left: FoodVentures CEO Dirk Aleven,DENSO CORPORATION Executive Officer (Food Value Chain Business Unit) Yasushi Mukai About DENSO CORPORATIONDENSO is a global automotive parts manufacturer that provides advanced automotive technologies, systems, and products. Leveraging the technologies it has cultivated through automotive component development as its core strengths, DENSO is expanding the scope of its value offerings into areas such as factory automation, food distribution, and agriculture. Among these, DENSO positions agriculture as an important business domain in order to help realize stable and predictable production, which is essential to people’s daily lives. Going forward, DENSO will further strengthen the technologies and know-how required for cultivation and will work toward realizing sustainable agricultural production by providing optimal support to greenhouse horticulture operators around the world. https://www.denso.com/global/en/About FoodVentures B.V.FoodVentures is a global operator of greenhouses. It works with developers and investors to develop the right-tech solutions to grow vegetables near to its consumers, in a sustainable and cost-effective manner. The operators of FoodVentures support businesses with boots on the ground, and with the support of the expertise center in the Netherlands. With FoodVentures growers and tools it has proven to grow vegetables profitably in all various climates world-wide. FoodVentures wants to accelerate the success of CEA globally by supporting investors and business owners with their greenhouse operational knowledge and experience. https://foodventures.eu/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Apr 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Japan Radio Co., Ltd. ("JRC"), SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation ("SKY Perfect JSAT"), and Sharp Corporation ("Sharp") will collaborate to develop and demonstrate a next-generation communications system in support of the Ministry of Defense (Japan) program titled "Development and Demonstration of Resilience-Enhancing Technologies for Multi-Orbit(1) Communications Systems", for which JRC was selected on February 4, 2026.This solicitation is intended to enhance the resilience(2) and reliability of communications infrastructure, in light of expanding communications demand in the disaster prevention and defense domains and the growing need to secure stable communications under a variety of circumstances, including natural disasters and unforeseen events. It aims to build a next-generation communications system that leverages a combination of GEO, MEO and LEO satellites(3), and to enable multi-orbit operation by establishing control technologies that allow seamless switching among satellite links—where satellite communications are currently operated through separate systems optimized for each orbit.During the project period through March 31, 2028, JRC will oversee overall project coordination, SKY Perfect JSAT will lead the development of a seamless communications network, and Sharp will primarily drive the development of a multi-orbit-capable satellite communications user terminal(4), as the three companies develop a communications system supporting multi-orbit operations across GEO, MEO and LEO satellites and validate improvements in communications network resilience.Through this demonstration, the three companies will strive to improve communications reliability under various conditions, including disasters and emergencies, and will contribute to maintaining critical social functions and ensuring safety and security.Outline of the Announcement Awarded to JRCOrdering PartyProject TitleProject DetailsImplementation PeriodThe successful bidder and cooperating companiesMinistry of DefenseDevelopment and Demonstration of Resiliency Technology for Multi-Orbit Communication Systems・Development and ground demonstration of a communication system compatible with multi-orbit and equipped with seamless switching functionality across communication links・Verification of the resiliency of communication infrastructure utilizing multi-orbit satellite communicationUntil March 31, 2028Japan Radio Co., Ltd.SKY Perfect JSAT CorporationSharp Corporation■ Company ProfilesCompany Name: Japan Radio Co., Ltd.Representative: Kaichiro Sakuma, Representative Director President and CEOHead Office: NAKANO CENTRAL PARK EAST,10-1, Nakano 4-chome, Nakano-ku, Tokyo 164-8570, JapanURL: https://www.jrc.co.jp/en/Company Name: SKY Perfect JSAT CorporationRepresentative: Eiichi Yonekura, Representative Director, President and CEOHead Office: Akasaka Intercity AIR, 1-8-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052, JapanURL: https://en.skyperfectjsat.space/Company Name: Sharp CorporationRepresentative: Tetsuji Kawamura, President and Executive Officer, CEOHead Office: 2-1-25 Kyutaromachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 541-8522, JapanURL: https://global.sharp/(1) Multiple types of satellite orbits in which artificial satellites operate, such as geostationary, medium, and low Earth orbits.(2) The ability to maintain function and ensure stable use by providing alternative means or rapid recovery in the event of unexpected incidents.(3) Abbreviations for Geostationary Orbit, Medium Earth Orbit, and Low Earth Orbit.(4) A terminal integrating components such as a satellite communication antenna and modem functions. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com