LONDON, United Kingdom, November 2, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- As the UK's Commercial Payments Bill continues its passage through Parliament, promising the most significant overhaul of business payment practices in a generation, leading business debt recovery specialist Federal Management is warning that stronger legislation alone will not guarantee businesses get paid.

The Bill proposes a statutory cap of 60 days on payment terms, reduced to 30 days for public bodies, alongside mandatory interest on late payments set at 8% above the Bank of England base rate, a provision that cannot be contracted out of by either party. New invoice dispute rules would also require businesses to raise disputes at least eight days before payment falls due, with automatic financial penalties for non-compliance.

The Small Business Commissioner would gain substantially expanded powers, including the ability to investigate disputes, require businesses to publish payment data, and issue enforcement directions carrying penalties of up to 1% of annual UK turnover.

The government estimates that late payment costs the UK economy £11 billion a year and contributes to the closure of around 14,000 businesses annually. The reforms are expected to come into force in 2027.

FCA-regulated Federal Management, which has recovered hundreds of millions of pounds for UK businesses since 2004, welcomes the direction of reform but says the practical gap — what happens after an invoice goes unpaid and a debtor stops responding — remains the real problem for many businesses.

"Stronger legislation is long overdue, and these reforms will make a real difference for businesses dealing with slow but cooperative customers," said Marc Curtis-Smith, Managing Director of Federal Management. "However, statutory rights and mandatory interest offer little comfort when a debtor has stopped communicating altogether. In our experience, the businesses that recover what they are owed are those that escalate promptly, before recovery prospects diminish."

Federal Management is urging businesses to strengthen their credit control processes now, well ahead of the Bill's anticipated implementation. Its practical advice: put payment terms in writing from the outset, keep a clear record of every reminder and response, act early on overdue invoices rather than leaving them to age, and escalate to formal debt recovery the moment informal chasing has failed.

"What these reforms cannot address is the debt that simply goes cold," said Curtis-Smith. "The longer an invoice remains outstanding, the harder recovery becomes. Legislation can raise the consequences for persistent late payers, but it cannot compel a debtor who has disengaged entirely to settle what they owe. That is where specialist recovery support becomes essential."

About Federal Management

Federal Management is a long-established commercial debt recovery specialist, trading since 2004. The company is FCA-Regulated (FRN: 692583) and accredited to ISO:9001 and ISO:27001. It is part of a group that also includes Frontline Collections, an FCA-regulated debt collection agency specialising in private and consumer debt recovery. For more information, visit federalmanagement.co.uk.

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The information provided in this release is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal or financial advice. Readers should consult qualified legal advisors regarding specific commercial contracts and forthcoming statutory requirements.

HEFEI, China, November 2, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Guoyuan Securities has identified three major growth drivers set to accelerate the transformation of China's advanced manufacturing sector: breakthroughs in core technologies, the expansion of specialized and innovative enterprises, and the rapid commercialization of artificial intelligence (AI). With China's industrial robot output surging 33.2% and integrated circuit production rising 24.3% year on year in the first quarter of 2026, the country's manufacturing sector is showing tangible signs of a shift from technological innovation to large-scale industrial application, opening up new structural investment opportunities.

Technological Self-Reliance: From Policy Support to Industry-Wide Momentum

Technological self-reliance has moved beyond strategic ambition into tangible progress across industrial supply chains. In 2025, China's total R&D expenditure exceeded RMB 3.92 trillion, R&D intensity reached 2.8%, and its global innovation ranking rose to 10th place. In September 2026, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and the National Development and Reform Commission jointly issued the 15th Five-Year Plan for the Development of the Electronic Information Manufacturing Industry. The plan targets over RMB 30 trillion in annual revenue for enterprises above designated size and an R&D intensity of 3.5% by 2030. It also outlines 17 key initiatives, including breakthroughs across the integrated circuit supply chain and strengthening AI hardware infrastructure. These measures provide systematic policy support for capital expenditure and domestic substitution in semiconductors, AI chips, and advanced computing. Guoyuan Securities expects China to intensify R&D in frontier technologies, including artificial intelligence and quantum technology, while promoting integrated technological and industrial innovation during the 15th Five-Year Plan period.

Specialized and Innovative Enterprises: Building Supply Chain Resilience

Competitiveness in advanced manufacturing depends not only on technological breakthroughs by industry leaders but also on the specialized expertise of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). China's specialized, sophisticated, distinctive, and innovative "Little Giant" enterprises have achieved an average R&D intensity of 7%, with average R&D expenditure exceeding RMB 30 million. The 15th Five-Year Plan for Promoting SME Development, jointly issued by ten government departments, targets 22,000 "Little Giant" enterprises and 600 national-level specialized SME industrial clusters by 2030, alongside annual average growth of over 8% in internal R&D expenditure among industrial SMEs above designated size. Guoyuan Securities believes these enterprises, operating in critical segments such as industrial machine tools, electronic components, and precision materials, will play a vital role in strengthening supply chain resilience and technological self-reliance.

Commercialization of the Intelligent Economy: AI Moves From R&D to Productive Deployment

Artificial intelligence is transitioning from laboratorystage innovation toward broad commercial implementation on edge hardware and within industrial workflows. China’s 2026 Government Work Report explicitly prioritized fostering “newform intelligenteconomy industries”, elevating industrialAI adoption to nationalstrategy status. Q1 2026 output data for industrial robots and integrated circuits — up 33.2 % and 24.3 % yearonyear respectively — demonstrate early dividends from AIpowered manufacturing upgrades. Guoyuan Securities views technological innovation, most notably artificial intelligence, as a central engine propelling China’s shift toward newgeneration growth drivers. Global AIcomputepower demand has lifted semiconductor pricing, delivering meaningful exportsector gains.

Investment in advanced manufacturing demands ongoing monitoring of technical bottlenecks, downstream demand cycles and policy execution progress, while nearterm market volatility remains inherent. Supported by dynamic riskmodelling capabilities and fulllifecycle investment advisory services, Guoyuan Securities assists clients in capturing structural opportunities arising as laboratoryscale technological advances translate into largescale industrial commercialization within China’s manufacturing sector.

About Guoyuan Securities

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Hefei, China, Guoyuan Securities Company Limited operates as a securities brokerage company in China and internationally. It offers wealth management, investment banking and management, credit business, financial, market making, customer asset management, custody, private equity fund, fixed income, equity investment, research and consulting, direct and alternative investment, cross-border securities financial, futures risk management and product supporting, private equity investment, and public fund management services. For more information, visit gyzq.com.cn.

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This document has been prepared by Guoyuan Securities Company Limited for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute an offer, solicitation, or recommendation to buy or sell any security, financial instrument, or service. Nothing contained herein should be construed as investment, legal, or tax advice. This release contains forward-looking statements regarding industry trends, government initiatives, and economic projections. These statements are subject to significant risks, uncertainties, and macroeconomic variables that may cause actual market performance or industrial developments to differ materially from expectations. Past performance and regulatory policy targets are not indicative of future investment results. Investors should conduct independent due diligence and consult licensed financial advisors before making any investment decisions.

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Liu Siyi Selena
liusiyi@gyzq.com.cn

HANGZHOU, China, November 2, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (0175.HK) reported total sales of 310,183 vehicles in October, surpassing 300,000 units for the first time this year and marking the eighth consecutive month of YoY and MoM growth. Sales increased 6% from September.

New energy vehicle (NEV) sales across the Geely Auto brand, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr brands reached a record 214,996 units in October, up 21% year on year. NEVs accounted for 69% of total monthly sales, also a new high.

The Geely Auto brand sold 255,742 vehicles in October, up 8% YoY. Sales of Geely NEV models reached a new monthly record of 153,385 units, increasing 18% YoY and 20% MoM.

Lynk & Co recorded sales of 21,958 vehicles, up 19% MoM. Sales of its new energy models reached 18,521 units, an increase of 9% from September.

Zeekr delivered 32,483 vehicles in October, up 52% YoY, marking the seventh consecutive month in which deliveries exceeded 30,000 units.

Geely Auto Group continued to strengthen its international business, with exports to markets outside China exceeding 100,000 vehicles for the fifth consecutive month. October export volume reached 107,153 vehicles, up 158% YoY. New energy vehicle exports reached a record 82,565 units, surging 506% YoY and accounting for 77% of total overseas exports, reflecting the growing contribution of NEVs to the Group's international business.

The Group’s overseas expansion is increasingly supported by stronger brand recognition. In October, Geely Auto Group made its first appearance at the Paris Motor Show with all three brands to showcase a diverse line-up of models. The Group also presented key technologies, including its SEA-S architecture and intelligent electric drive systems, highlighting the Group’s engineering capabilities and technological strengths in intelligent electrification.

The Geely Monjaro EM-i and Lynk & Co 07 GT made their European debuts at the Paris Motor Show, while Zeekr presented its premium technology-focused vehicle line-up. Deliveries of the Zeekr 9X in Europe are scheduled to begin in January 2027.

Geely Auto Group continued to deepen its presence in Europe, with combined sales of the Geely Auto brand, Lynk & Co, and the Zeekr brands in the region exceeding 10,000 vehicles for the first time in September.

In the UK, the Geely Auto brand reached a major milestone in expanding its local retail network, signing an agreement with Lithia Group, the UK's second-largest automotive retailer, for its 100th retail outlet in the country. The Geely Auto brand has also surpassed 10,000 cumulative vehicle registrations in the UK within just 11 months of entering the market, with monthly registrations exceeding 5,000 vehicles in September 2026 alone.

About Geely Auto Group

Geely Auto Group is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. Part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group develops and manufactures passenger vehicles under the Geely, Lynk & Co, and the Zeekr brands. With a strong focus on technology innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility, Geely Auto Group operates world-class R&D centers and manufacturing facilities across China, Europe, and key international markets. The Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and intelligent vehicles enabled by advanced technologies such as hybrid powertrains, full-electric architectures, smart connectivity, and autonomous driving systems. As a global company, Geely Auto Group continues to expand its international presence through strategic partnerships, localized operations, and industry-leading platforms. Geely strives to create mobility solutions that are greener, smarter, and more accessible, driving forward the future of sustainable transportation. For more information, visit global.geely.com.

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Janet Chen
media@geely.com

NEW YORK, NY, November 2, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Motherly, the parenting media brand that reaches 20 million moms a month, is reinventing itself as a vertical video incubator and community platform for moms. CEO Sharon Yi, a 20-year digital media operator who joined Motherly in May 2026, outlined the strategy last week at Motherly’s State of Motherhood event in New York City, which brought together moms, creators, advocates and leaders from Fortune 500 brands and agencies. Motherly is the first brand in the ParentsTogether Media Network, a growing portfolio of parenting communities, each built for a specific audience with tailored content and experiences.

New CEO Sharon Yi Joined in May 2026

Yi has spent two decades building content businesses through every platform shift, from Google algorithm changes to the rise of Instagram and social video. She has led editorial, marketing and branded-content teams at renowned brands including Refinery29, Condé Nast, Clique Brands, Jellysmack and Chief. She joined in May 2026 and serves as CEO of both Motherly and its parent company, the ParentsTogether Media Network.

“I’ve spent my career inventing new formats that meet audiences where they are, and where they’re going next,” said Sharon Yi, CEO of Motherly and ParentsTogether Media Network. “As platforms inevitably change, the rigorous standards behind every format I’ve built have stayed the same, because audiences deserve content they can trust. I’m honored to step into this new role at Motherly, which is truly the culmination of my personal and professional journey. Not only have I built my entire career in digital media, I’m a mom of two absolutely perfect girls who are my world. I know what it’s like to search for answers at 2 a.m. or feel the immense loneliness of early motherhood. And I’m ready to lead Motherly into its next chapter — as a place where moms come to find answers, and each other.”

Motherly Today

Motherly enters this next era with scale and direct access to the most powerful consumers in the country. Moms make 85% of household purchasing decisions and control $2.4 trillion in annual U.S. spending, from the family car to the vacation destination to the birthday registry. “Moms aren't a niche audience. They're the audience. And Motherly reaches 20 million of them every month,” said Yi.

• Reach: 20 million moms a month and a community of more than 6 million across site, podcast, newsletter, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
• Owned channels: A 300,000-subscriber newsletter and one of the longest-running mom podcasts, now in its eighth year, with guests including Kristen Bell, Mandy Moore and Sen. Tammy Duckworth. Motherly is launching a new podcast called “Say It Out Loud” with host Daniela Wood in January 2027. 
• Proprietary data: The State of Motherhood survey, Motherly’s longstanding study of U.S. mothers, conducted annually since 2018.
• Audience: Millennial moms who grew up with the brand, and a growing Gen Z audience now entering parenthood.
• Model: Advertising and brand partnerships remain the core business. Motherly builds custom programs across podcast, vertical video, events and expert panels, for categories ranging from pharma, finance, auto and CPG to parenting.

In 2025, Motherly joined the ParentsTogether Media Network, which is backed by the nonprofit ParentsTogether Foundation. The partnership allows Motherly to fund campaigns on systemic issues that impact all women and families, such as maternal health, kids' online safety and children's nutrition — issues that brand partners might not tackle, while the commercial business keeps growing.

Motherly’s Next Chapter: A Vertical Video Incubator and a Community for Moms

Motherly is becoming an incubator for vertical video, developing new series for the platforms where moms spend their time and holding every one to rigorous newsroom standards including fact checking, sourcing, and input from multiple experts.

Additionally, under Yi’s leadership, Motherly will evolve beyond digital content into a community that connects moms with each other, in group chats and in person at hyperlocal events.

On the evolution to community, Yi said, “Our last State of Motherhood report revealed that 70% of moms say motherhood is lonelier than they expected, and 1 in 5 feel isolated every day. Motherly has always been where moms find answers. Now it will be where they find each other. We want Motherly to reflect what today’s village actually looks like for moms and that’s a mix of Reddit at 2 a.m., group chats, local mom friends, and more. We want Motherly to help facilitate all of these connections across her life.”

Motherly’s new offerings include: 

• A vertical video incubator developing new series for TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, with expert-vetted formats brands can partner on.
• WhatsApp community groups that connect moms directly.
• Hyperlocal, in-person events, a first for Motherly, launching in 2027. 
• A new podcast, launching in January 2027.

About the ParentsTogether Media Network 

Motherly is the first brand in the ParentsTogether Media Network, and Yi intends it to be one of many. The goal is a network of trusted parenting communities, each built for the parents it serves best, with the ambition of becoming the largest parenting group in the world. Future communities could serve fathers, single parents, parents of neurodivergent children and empty nesters, giving brand partners a way to reach distinct parent audiences through one network.

“Motherly is the first step, not the last,” said Yi. “There's a community to build for every kind of parent in this country.”

About Motherly

Motherly is a parenting media and community platform built for every phase of motherhood. Founded 10 years ago as one of the first digital destinations just for moms, Motherly reaches 20 million moms a month and a community of more than 6 million across its site, podcast, newsletter and social channels. Its State of Motherhood survey is the longest-running study of U.S. mothers. Motherly is the first brand in the ParentsTogether Media Network. For more information, visit mother.ly.

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Nisha Devarajan
GLOW Communications
nisha@glowcomms.com

SAN FRANCISCO, CA and AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, November 2, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- ING, one of Europe's leading banks, has partnered with Gigs, the leader in embedded mobile services, to offer global travel data to its customers directly from the ING app. 

The eSIM launches today in The Netherlands, with Poland, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Spain, Romania, Turkey, and Australia to follow. The initiative is part of ING's new tiered subscription model, which combines everyday banking with lifestyle benefits. 

"Customers tell us they want banking to be simple, flexible, and designed around their lifestyle," said Sali Salieski, Global Head of Private Individuals Banking at ING. "With ING eSIM, we're making it easier for customers to stay connected when they travel, extending the convenience they already experience through our banking app.”

This launch reflects a broader shift. Today's customers want their bank to make life easier by delivering a host of financial and non-financial services in a few taps of their app. Instant global connectivity has become central to that proposition, eliminating one of the most persistent frustrations of international travel and putting customers in control of the essentials from the moment they land in a new country. 

At the centre of this shift is Gigs. Built to make it effortless for any bank, travel, or tech company to offer mobile services directly from its platform, Gigs powers connectivity for some of the most recognised brands in the world. The ING partnership represents an important chapter, as embedded mobile connectivity becomes a core product for major banks.

"Mobile connectivity has become as fundamental as a bank account," said Hermann Frank, founder and CEO of Gigs. “But for years, staying connected abroad meant downloading yet another travel app or paying expensive roaming fees. By embedding connectivity directly into its app, ING lets users access global data from the same trusted place they manage their money, giving customers one less thing to worry about when they travel. This is what the next generation of banking looks like, and Gigs is proud to power it."

About Gigs

Gigs, the operating system for mobile services, empowers tech companies to embed connectivity into their product. By bundling phone plans and travel data with their core services, Gigs' customers can increase stickiness and unlock a new recurring revenue stream with digital mobile experiences that create meaningful value for consumers. Trusted by the world's leading tech companies including Revolut, Klarna, Cash App, and Motorola. Backed by Ribbit Capital, Google, and Y Combinator, plus the CEOs of Uber, DoorDash, and OpenAI, Gigs was founded in 2020 by Hermann Frank and Dennis Bauer. For more information, visit gigs.com. 

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NEWARK, DE, October 31, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Raydyn, Inc. today published preliminary system performance and user retention benchmarks for Satya, a Felt Intelligence layer engineered to measure attention continuity and support metacognitive self-awareness. Operating against an ad-tech ecosystem that captures, prices, and auctions human attention in milliseconds, Satya tests whether interactive dialogue can sustainably return a user’s attention inward rather than monetizing their digital focus.

According to Raydyn’s analysis of global digital news readership across 1.2 million indexed articles between September 16 and October 16, 2026, compared to the same period in 2025, coverage focused on conflict increased 2%, while readership around peace and ceasefire agreements dropped 32% and 61%, respectively. Alongside the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) averaging 20 against its 30-day baseline of 17, Raydyn posits that widespread information fatigue reflects acute digital distraction rather than active engagement.

Satya structures attention patterns across seven distinct focus bands — evaluating the transition from reactive mental states (such as acute distraction, irritation, and anticipatory anxiety) to stable, objective self-observation. The platform evaluates whether structured conversational feedback can help users disengage from reactive loops. Raydyn has pre-registered its primary hypothesis (Hypothesis 4: Cognitive State Receptivity) on an open-science registry ahead of formal evaluation on November 30.

In an effort to prevent survivorship bias in early performance disclosures, Raydyn published its initial system limitations and negative cohort retention metrics:

• Temporal Precision: 0 of 5 attempts accurately identified the exact hour of user-reported life events (tested Oct. 7).
• Day-Two User Retention: 4.9% (100 of 2,056 participants returned for an unprompted follow-up session).
• Post-Error Retention: 0% (0 of 70 users returned after encountering an inaccurate initial reflection).
• Metacognitive Articulation: 0.5% (9 of 1,735 participants self-reported observing their thought processes objectively rather than reacting emotionally).

"Attention has become an extractive industry—bought by the second and engineered to keep users looking outward until internal awareness goes unseen," said Abhishek Kumar Raysingh, founder and CEO of Raydyn, Inc. "When a person never looks inward, reactivity dictates behavior: unobserved anxiety or frustration becomes the decision itself. Satya was built to test a structural counter-mechanism: returning attention to the individual, validating what is accurate, and deliberately concluding the session on time rather than maximizing engagement time."

Initial cohort testing between May 25 and October 16, 2026, evaluated 529 first-time participants who received an initial behavioral reflection. Of those, 60% (319 participants) confirmed the observation as accurate, while 210 did not. Among users who confirmed an accurate reflection, 30 of 877 returned for ongoing sessions. During heightened global news cycles in early October, fear-associated terms in user inputs rose 204%. Among 121 U.S. participants who categorized their cognitive state, 64% (77 users) placed themselves in reactive states — primarily restlessness (38) and anxiety (18) — while 36% (44 users) reported grounded observation. Notably, users identifying active restlessness exhibited a 44% return rate (14 of 32), compared to 16.7% for users who did not categorize their state.

Through November 13, first-time access to the platform is open globally with no payment or account required. On November 9, Raydyn will publish results from a double-blind control study ("shuffled read") assessing whether user confirmation rates stem from genuine algorithmic personalization or subjective validation of generic text (the Barnum effect). If validation rates in the control group mirror the 60% baseline observed in direct sessions, Raydyn will publicly classify the reflections as non-specific.

On November 13 — a date historically noted in systems science following Heinz von Foerster’s 1960 Science paper on accelerating societal complexity — Satya will introduce "The Turning": an open, single-prompt exercise prompting users to pause, assess their current attention state, and direct an intentional reflection to another person. Evaluation of Hypothesis 4 (the fear-to-anger transition gate) will publish on November 30, followed by Hypothesis 5 (Behavioral Translation of Metacognitive States) on January 31, 2027. All evaluations are released with full pass/fail denominators.

Raydyn operates under explicit structural constraints: it does not sell user behavioral data, does not design for addictive session length, and guarantees that reported successes are accompanied by their corresponding error rates.

"For two decades, human attention has been treated as a raw commodity to be extracted and auctioned while individuals look the other way," added Raysingh. "We built Satya to explore the opposite question: whether computational tools can return attention to the user. Sincere scientific inquiry begins by counting our misses out loud."

About Raydyn, Inc. (Satya)

Satya, built on Felt Intelligence, helps individuals reconnect with their authentic selves. Through adaptive dialogue, Satya reflects a user’s inner voice, deepens self-awareness, and maintains persistent continuity across conversations. By monitoring shifts in state of consciousness alongside real-world outcomes, Satya delivers grounded, auditable personal insights — returning attention to the individual rather than monetizing it. Developed by Raydyn, Inc., a Delaware public benefit corporation rooted in the principle that awareness is foundational, Satya is redefining human-centered technology. For more information, visit satya.org.

Disclaimer

Satya operates as a reflective conversational instrument and is strictly non-clinical; it does not diagnose, treat, or manage medical or psychiatric conditions. Satya adheres to a structural zero-data-monetization policy.

Media Contact

Abhishek Kumar Raysingh
Founder and CEO, Raydyn, Inc.
info@satya.org

CHONGQING, China, October 30, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- SERES announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2026. Revenue for the quarter reached RMB 28.08 billion, and net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company came to RMB 1.42 billion, marking a return to profitability.

High-end Lineup Keeps Expanding, AITO M9 Maintains Lead Above RMB 500,000

Since the beginning of this year, AITO’s product range has continued to expand, and its products have further realised their high-end value. Deliveries of the AITO M9 Ultimate have begun. The AITO M9 has been the best-selling model priced above RMB 500,000 for four consecutive months, and cumulative deliveries of the AITO M6 have passed 60,000 units. The new AITO M8, upgraded across six key areas of the ownership experience, will go on sale on November 13, and the company is set to enter a new, strong product cycle.

In Brand Finance’s Automobiles 100 2026 ranking, AITO placed first among Chinese luxury automotive brands with a brand value of USD 3.448 billion. AITO recently showcased the AITO M9, M8, M7 and M6, together with the SERES MF Platform and its latest technologies, at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. It also announced its entry into the European market in autumn 2027, which is an important step in the brand’s global expansion.

Buybacks and Share Purchases Signal Confidence, Boosting Investor Confidence Through Action

SERES has increased both the scale and the intensity of its R&D investment. Its platform-based architecture and reuse of hardware and software modules further strengthen its core competitiveness. In-house developments including the SERES MF Platform 2.0, the new-generation Super Range Extender System and its intelligent safety system have entered rollout, and the company is expanding into new areas such as embodied intelligence.

In the capital markets, SERES has also moved to strengthen investor confidence. Year to date, the company has repurchased 17.5357 million shares for about RMB 983 million in total. Directors, senior executives and core team members have completed a RMB 148 million plan to buy A-shares and H-shares, and a purchase plan by the controlling shareholder is under way.

Market analysts note that ramping sales of high-end models and a broader product lineup are adding new growth momentum. Combined with steady progress in overseas expansion and new businesses, this points to stronger earnings elasticity and growing room for growth in Q4.

About Seres Group Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1986, SERES is a technology-driven company with new energy vehicles (NEVs) at the core of its business. Listed in Shanghai and Hong Kong, SERES is also recognized among China’s Top 500 Enterprises. The company specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, sales and service of new energy vehicles, as well as core electric powertrain technologies. The name SERES is derived from the ancient Greek word for the “Land of Silk," symbolizing the East, sophistication and luxury. Inspired by the spirit of the Silk Road, SERES is committed to building a luxury automotive brand that brings Chinese innovation to the global stage. For more information, visit en.seres.cn.

About AITO

The AITO brand is built on the philosophy of “Intelligence Redefining Luxury.” With outstanding intelligent features and refined luxury quality, it has become the top-selling Chinese luxury car brand in China in 2025. The AITO lineup surpassed one million cumulative deliveries in just 46 months, setting a new delivery speed record for Chinese luxury new energy vehicle brands. For more information, visit aitoauto.com.

Media Contact

YanYu Zhao
yanyu.zhao@seres.cn

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, October 30, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- BioSapien, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing localized drug-delivery platforms for cancer treatment, today announced that the first patient has been dosed in its Phase I clinical trial evaluating MediChip™-5-FU at Burjeel Cancer Institute (BCI), Burjeel Medical City, in Abu Dhabi.

As part of Hub71, Abu Dhabi's global technology ecosystem, BioSapien is among the innovative startups advancing transformative technologies in high-impact sectors. The milestone highlights the potential of Abu Dhabi's innovation ecosystem to support the progression of breakthrough healthcare solutions from development to clinical evaluation.

The milestone marks the first administration of MediChip in a human patient and the beginning of clinical evaluation of a new approach to delivering chemotherapy directly at the tumor site.

The Phase I study, OPTIMISE-REFORM, is evaluating MediChip-5-FU in patients with localized rectal cancer, with an initial focus on safety and tolerability.

MediChip is a biodegradable, 3D-printed implant designed to deliver 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), a widely used chemotherapy agent, directly at the tumor site through controlled local drug release. The approach is intended to concentrate drug delivery where it is needed while limiting exposure to surrounding healthy tissues and the rest of the body.

For patients with rectal cancer, the longer-term ambition is to investigate whether localized chemotherapy could contribute to organ-preserving treatment strategies and reduce the need for major surgery. These potential benefits remain to be established through clinical evaluation.

"Today, MediChip moves from years of development into human clinical evaluation. That is what we have been building toward," said Dr. Khatija Ali, founder and CEO of BioSapien. "Getting an investigational therapy to its first patient takes far more than a promising idea. It takes rigorous science, clinical-grade manufacturing, regulatory execution, and a team that can deliver across every one of those disciplines. Today, that work enters its next chapter."

The first patient dosing follows the opening of the world’s first clinical site for MediChip at Burjeel Cancer Institute, announced earlier this month. The study brings together BioSapien’s drug-delivery technology and the clinical expertise and research infrastructure of its partners in Abu Dhabi.

BioSapien's milestone reflects Hub71's commitment to fostering an environment where pioneering startups can access the networks, partnerships and opportunities needed to scale their innovations. By connecting ambitious founders with Abu Dhabi's wider innovation ecosystem, Hub71 contributes to the development of advanced technologies with the potential to address global healthcare challenges.

The trial follows extensive product development, manufacturing preparation, analytical testing, and regulatory and ethics review. The study will generate initial human safety data to inform MediChip’s continued clinical development.

Dr. Mohammad Adileh, Principal Investigator for the study and Director of the Surgical Oncology Division at Burjeel Cancer Institute, leads the clinical evaluation at the site with institutional support from Professor Humaid Al-Shamsi, CEO of Burjeel Cancer Institute.

"I am excited to see the first patient under my care enrolled and treated in this pioneering clinical trial. This milestone reflects our commitment to bringing innovative therapies to our patients at the earliest stages of clinical development, while contributing to the generation of evidence that could shape the future of cancer care," said Prof. Al-Shamsi. 

The study is supported by an independent review committee comprising oncology and clinical research experts, providing independent oversight as the platform enters first-in-human evaluation. A strong surgical team at BCI supported the procedure; team as seen in the provided image. 

"First patient dosing is an important step, but it is the beginning of the clinical evidence-generation process," Dr. Ali added. "Our focus now is on the patient, the quality of the data and executing this trial to the highest standards."

About BioSapien

BioSapien is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing MediChip™, a localized drug-delivery platform designed to deliver therapeutic agents directly to tumor sites. The company’s initial clinical program is focused on localized treatment of rectal cancer, with the broader ambition of advancing new approaches to drug delivery across solid tumors. Founded in 2018, BioSapien is headquartered in San Diego, California, and maintains operations and clinical partnerships in the United Arab Emirates and the United States. For more information, visit biosapien.com.

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media@biosapien.com

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, October 30, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Binghatti Capital Limited, an investment management firm regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), announced that the Binghatti Pinnacle Development Fund has completed its investment strategy, achieving a net internal rate of return (IRR) of 194% and a net multiple on invested capital (MOIC) of 2.3x for external limited partners.

These returns are net of fees, fund expenses and management's carried interest. The fund has completed distributions to its limited partners and is currently undergoing formal liquidation procedures, subject to the fulfilment of the remaining regulatory and administrative requirements.

The fund raised approximately $29 million and pursued an investment strategy focused on developing and selling a single asset. It developed a mixed-use project comprising 178 units, with a gross development value of approximately $115 million. Around 90% of the units were sold before the project's completion, with contracted sales exceeding $90 million.

Shahzad Janab, Chief Executive Officer of Binghatti Capital, said: "Success in development investing requires discipline throughout the investment cycle, from evaluating opportunities and deploying capital to construction, sales and distributions. The net internal rate of return of 194% and the net multiple on invested capital of 2.3x reflect the value generated by the Pinnacle Fund and the speed at which capital was returned to investors. Maintaining execution momentum amid rising regional uncertainty was a key factor in achieving this outcome."

About Binghatti Capital Limited

Binghatti Capital Limited is Binghatti's investment management and capital markets arm and is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority. The company manages real estate investment strategies and provides investment and advisory services across real estate, private credit and capital markets. Binghatti Capital combines institutional investment management capabilities with an established real estate development platform, focusing on disciplined opportunity assessment, active investment management and value creation through development. For more information, visit binghatticapital.com.

Disclaimer

This announcement is issued solely for informational and corporate reporting purposes and does not constitute an offer, invitation, or solicitation to invest in any fund managed by Binghatti Capital Limited or its affiliates, nor is it directed to or intended for retail clients, being strictly restricted to Professional Clients and Market Counterparties as defined by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). Past performance is no guarantee of future results, and the figures presented relate exclusively to the Binghatti Pinnacle Development Fund, an opportunistically structured single-asset vehicle, meaning they are not representative of any other existing or prospective strategy. The stated Net Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 194% and Net Multiple on Invested Capital (MOIC) of 2.3x reflect cash returned over an accelerated investment lifecycle; because IRR is inherently time-sensitive, this annualized rate significantly outpaces the nominal capital multiple and should not be construed as a recurring annual yield. While all performance metrics are presented net of management fees, fund expenses, and carried interest, preliminary figures are derived from internal calculations subject to final regulatory reconciliation, independent administrator verification, and formal liquidation audit completion. Real estate development involves substantial risk — including construction delays, market absorption shifts, and significant illiquidity — and the fund’s concentration in a single asset exposed investors to heightened volatility and loss potential that are not indicative of diversified portfolios.

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WASHINGTON, DC, October 30, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- The American Kratom Association is calling on The New York Times to publish a substantial correction or fully retract its Oct. 28, 2026, article, “Trump Administration Backs Down on an Opioid Ban After Kratom Industry Lobbying,” charging that the newspaper presented a materially misleading account of the Drug Enforcement Administration's revised federal scheduling proposal for 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl (MGPI).

In a letter addressed to The New York Times publisher A.G. Sulzberger, the AKA challenges the article's central portrayal of the Trump administration's action as a retreat from efforts to control dangerous opioid products. The AKA argues that the report failed to adequately explain two critical provisions of the revised DEA proposal that materially affect which products would be subject to Schedule I controls.

First, the revised DEA rule establishes a single combined concentration threshold for both 7-OH and MGPI. Second, it adds an independent 100-to-1 alkaloid-ratio requirement that can trigger Schedule I controls even when the combined concentration falls below the numerical limit. The revised proposal therefore includes an additional way to identify products containing disproportionately elevated concentrations of potent opioid-active compounds.

"The New York Times owes its readers a correction that explains what the DEA actually proposed, rather than presenting a misleading political narrative that leaves out critical regulatory requirements," said Mac Haddow, Senior Fellow on Public Policy for the American Kratom Association. "The revised DEA proposal does not give manufacturers separate allowances for 7-OH and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl. It combines those two potent opioid compounds under a single concentration threshold and adds a second, independent 100-to-1 ratio test. Ignoring those provisions fundamentally distorts the scope and intent of the federal action."

AKA Demands Prominent Correction, Revised Headline, or Full Retraction

The AKA’s letter calls for The New York Times to correct the article's treatment of the combined 7-OH/MGPI concentration threshold, explain the independent 100-to-1 ratio test, clarify that the October action remains a Notice of Intent rather than an effective final order, and distinguish scheduling thresholds from findings of product safety or market authorization.

The Association also requests reconsideration of the headline and correction of the information disseminated through republication and syndication.

If the newspaper cannot adequately correct its central characterization without fundamentally rewriting the article, the AKA requests a complete retraction.

"This is not a disagreement about whether journalists should scrutinize government decisions, lobbying, or political contributions. Of course they should," Haddow said. "But legitimate scrutiny does not excuse leaving out material provisions of the actual federal rule. The New York Times has a responsibility to accurately explain what the government proposed, including the single combined threshold for 7-OH and MGPI and the independent 100-to-1 ratio requirement."

“When an article misleads readers about a federal drug-control action with serious public health consequences, the appropriate response is a prominent correction — not silence, and not a minor clarification buried where readers will never see it. If the fundamental narrative cannot be corrected, the article should be retracted," Haddow concluded.

About American Kratom Association (AKA)

The American Kratom Association is a consumer advocacy organization dedicated to protecting access to safely manufactured, properly labeled natural kratom products. The AKA advocates for science-based regulation, enforceable manufacturing standards, independent product testing, accurate labeling, and decisive action against adulterated, chemically manipulated, and dangerously formulated opioid products.

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The American Kratom Association (AKA) is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit advocacy organization. This press release is issued for informational and public policy purposes only. The information contained herein reflects policy analysis regarding federal administrative actions and does not constitute legal, regulatory, or medical advice. Statements regarding natural kratom leaf products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Readers should consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding personal medical decisions.

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA, October 30, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Campfire, the AI-native ERP platform transforming how finance teams operate, today announced the appointment of Alexandra Roveda as Vice President of Enterprise. Roveda joins after nearly a decade at Oracle NetSuite, bringing deep enterprise ERP experience to one of the fastest-growing challengers in the category.

The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for Campfire. Since the beginning of 2026, its enterprise business has grown 5x as companies increasingly look beyond traditional ERP systems for platforms built around AI, automation, and real-time financial visibility.

Roveda will lead Campfire's enterprise expansion across North America, building the team and go-to-market strategy to accelerate adoption among larger organizations.

After nearly 10 years at NetSuite, Roveda brings firsthand knowledge of the enterprise ERP market, including the complexity of traditional implementations and the challenges finance teams face as their businesses scale.

"After nearly a decade at NetSuite, I've seen firsthand how much complexity companies have come to accept from their ERP systems," said Alexandra Roveda, Vice President of Enterprise at Campfire. "What drew me to Campfire is the opportunity to fundamentally rethink that experience. AI isn't just another feature here. It's built into how the platform works. I believe we're at the beginning of a major shift in enterprise finance technology, and Campfire is uniquely positioned to lead it."

Campfire is challenging established ERP providers with an AI-native platform designed to automate accounting workflows, maintain full transaction-level visibility, and dramatically accelerate the financial close. Customers can close their books up to 5x faster, and hundreds, including SpaceX, Clay, and PostHog, now run their books on Campfire.

"Enterprise ERP is entering a new era, and we're seeing that shift reflected in the demand for Campfire," said John Glasgow, founder and CEO of Campfire. "Alexandra brings something incredibly valuable: nearly a decade of experience inside one of the industry's most established players. She understands the needs of enterprise finance teams, the limitations of traditional systems, and what it takes to drive adoption at scale. Bringing her on board is an important step as we build the next generation of enterprise ERP."

The appointment builds on a period of rapid growth for Campfire. The company raised $100 million across its Series A and Series B rounds in just 12 weeks, with Accel and Ribbit Capital co-leading the Series B. Campfire now operates from offices in San Francisco, New York, and London as it expands its global footprint.

About Campfire

Campfire is an AI-native ERP platform built for modern finance teams. By combining modern financial infrastructure with artificial intelligence, Campfire helps businesses streamline accounting, automate financial workflows, and gain real-time visibility into their operations. Campfire is reimagining how finance works, providing organizations with a modern alternative to legacy ERP systems. Learn more at campfire.ai.

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MILAN, Italy and SAN FRANCISCO, CA, October 30, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Instead of paying expensive roaming fees, turning to third-party applications, or buying a physical SIM card when traveling abroad, BBVA customers in Italy can now purchase and activate an eSIM directly through BBVA's bank app. To offer this new mobile connectivity service, BBVA relies on Gigs, a leading embedded connectivity provider.

"With the new eSIM, we are making it easier for our customers to access an essential service when travelling abroad, in a fully digital and frictionless way, adding mobile connectivity to BBVA's range of solutions that go beyond purely financial services,” says Walter Rizzi, Head of Digital Banking at BBVA in Italy.

The eSIM service complements a broad range of solutions in Italy that BBVA is already offering to support its customers before and during their trips, simplifying different needs within a single digital environment. Customers currently have access to solutions for planning each trip through the dedicated 'MyTrips' tool, which helps them budget and categorise travel expenses, as well as exclusive benefits such as 0% FX fees on payments abroad with the BBVA debit card, a natural companion to the new eSIM when travelling abroad, and free cash withdrawals of €100 or more across the eurozone, including unlimited free withdrawals at BBVA ATMs when travelling to Spain. This is complemented by the payment flexibility and instalment options offered by 'Pay&Plan,' along with other direct benefits such as 4% interest on account balances and 4% cashback on purchases.

"Today's travellers don't want to juggle different apps for every part of their trip, they want to manage the essentials in one place. By embedding connectivity directly into its app with Gigs, BBVA gives customers one place to budget, pay, split expenses, and stay connected abroad. It's a radically better experience built for those who want to travel, bank, and connect globally," says Hermann Frank, co-founder and CEO of Gigs.

An eSIM for travelling in your BBVA app

This eSIM service is designed for customers travelling abroad who need a simple, fully digital way to access mobile data. The eSIM only needs to be installed once and can be reused to purchase new plans in the future, so customers do not need to reinstall it every time they travel.

The entire experience sits within the BBVA app. Customers choose their destination and data allowance, then activate their eSIM with a tap. On arrival, they simply switch it on to connect to a local network. Customers can also track data usage, check their plan's remaining validity, receive usage alerts, buy more data, and contact technical support, all without leaving the app.

The new eSIM is initially available to individual customers residing in Italy who are over the age of 18 and hold a BBVA online current account, provided their device supports eSIM technology.

A more proactive, useful, and personalised banking experience

With this launch, BBVA is entering the connectivity space, a new category of services with the potential to grow in the future and support customers both while travelling and in their day-to-day lives. Integrating these types of solutions into the app makes it possible to offer a more proactive, useful, and personalised experience.

For now, the eSIM service is already available to the bank's customers in Italy, with the possibility of progressively extending it to other markets.

About Gigs

Gigs, the operating system for mobile services, empowers tech companies to embed connectivity into their product. By bundling phone plans and travel data with their core services, Gigs' customers can increase stickiness and unlock a new recurring revenue stream with digital mobile experiences that create meaningful value for consumers. Trusted by the world's leading tech companies including Revolut, Klarna, Cash App, and Motorola. Backed by Ribbit Capital, Google, and Y Combinator, plus the CEOs of Uber, DoorDash, and OpenAI, Gigs was founded in 2020 by Hermann Frank and Dennis Bauer. For more information, visit gigs.com. 

About BBVA

BBVA is a global financial group whose strategy revolves around a single purpose: “Support your drive to go further.” Its approach to banking is based on one idea: understanding each customer and supporting them in their financial decisions. In this regard, the Group supports families, entrepreneurs, and businesses in their plans for the future, helping them seize the opportunities offered by innovation and sustainability. Through its activities, BBVA contributes to the progress and well-being of all its stakeholders: customers, shareholders, employees, suppliers, and society at large.

Our purpose is underpinned by strong values — the customer comes first, we think big, and we are one team — and six strategic priorities: embed a Radical Client Perspective in all we do; boost sustainability as a growth engine; scale up all enterprise segments; promote a value and capital creation mindset; unlock the potential of AI and innovation; and strengthen our empathy to succeed as a winning team.

BBVA holds a leading position in Spain, is the largest financial institution in Mexico and has leading franchises in South America and Türkiye. In Europe, BBVA has a steadily growing presence, driven by its specialized offices serving business customers and its focus on digital banks in Italy and Germany. In addition, BBVA provides specialized services to large corporations through its offices in the United States and Asia. For more information, visit bbva.com.

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QUINCY, MA, October 29, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Quincy real estate investor Michael Flavin is planning a major expansion of his family’s property holdings as Flavin & Flavin Realty marks its 100 years in business.

Flavin, who represents the third generation of his family to operate the Quincy-based real estate company, currently owns more than 100 residential apartments in the city with his brother, Tim Flavin. The family is now working toward a longer-term objective of expanding its holdings to more than 250 residential units.

The expansion plans come as Flavin & Flavin celebrates a century of operating in Quincy. Founded by Michael Flavin’s grandfather in 1925, the company has remained family-owned while continuing to operate in the same community across three generations.

Expanding Beyond a Century-Old Foundation

The company’s 100-year milestone coincides with an active period of property investment for the Flavin family.

Michael and Tim Flavin have built a residential portfolio of more than 100 apartments in Quincy, giving the family an ownership position in the local housing market in addition to its real estate brokerage operations.

The brothers’ goal of exceeding 250 residential units represents the next stage of that investment strategy. The expansion will build on the family’s existing holdings while maintaining its focus on Quincy.

For Flavin, remaining concentrated in one market is an important part of how he approaches real estate. He has lived in Quincy his entire life and has spent approximately three decades working in the local real estate industry.

A Local Focus Shapes Investment Strategy

Flavin’s business activity is closely tied to his knowledge of Quincy and its surrounding neighborhoods.

He attended Quincy schools before graduating from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and returning to build his career in the city. That long-term connection has also influenced his decision to focus his real estate practice locally rather than pursue business across multiple markets.

“I've live my entire life in the area where I sell real estate,” Flavin said. “I offer not only real estate service in Quincy, but I’m a full resource for my clients.”

His approach includes helping buyers and investors understand neighborhoods, schools, businesses, and other factors that can influence decisions about purchasing property.

Flavin also works with clients seeking to build real estate portfolios of their own. He has emphasized the progression from an initial multifamily purchase to acquiring additional properties over time.

“Nothing excites me more than when I sell someone their first piece of property, then years later they have multiple buildings,” Flavin said.

Serving More Than 30 Years in the Market

The expansion plans follow roughly 30 years of professional experience in the Quincy real estate market.

Over the course of his career, Flavin has been recognized for his production in the city. According to Multiple Listing Service data cited by the company, he was Quincy’s top-producing realtor during several periods, including 2009, 2010, and 2013 through 2019.

In 2020, Broker Agent Advisor named Flavin among its top 500 agents in the US and awarded him the Seven Star Award for performance and community leadership.

The family company has also maintained an A-plus rating from the Better Business Bureau for 20 consecutive years, according to company information covering 2005 through 2025.

Commencing Next Phase of Real Estate Growth

With more than 100 residential units already in the family portfolio, the proposed expansion to more than 250 units represents a significant increase in the scale of the Flavin family’s investment activity.

The goal comes at a notable point for Flavin & Flavin: the company is entering its second century while remaining focused on the same market where it began.

As Michael Flavin continues to lead the third generation of the family business, the combination of brokerage, property investment, and local market knowledge remains central to the company’s operations.

About Flavin & Flavin Realty

Flavin & Flavin Realty Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned real estate company based in Quincy, Massachusetts. Founded in 1925, the company specializes in residential real estate, new construction developments, and property investment opportunities. The firm owns more than 100 residential apartments and remains involved in local community initiatives. For more information, visit flavinandflavin.com.

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QUINCY, MA, October 29, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Flavin & Flavin Realty is marking 100 years in business in Quincy, Massachusetts as third-generation owner and President Michael Flavin leads the family-owned company into its second century.

Founded by Flavin’s grandfather in 1925, the company has remained family-owned for three generations. Today, Michael works alongside his brother Tim Flavin, while the fourth generation has already begun entering the business through Michael's stepson, Mikey.

The milestone comes as the company continues investing in residential real estate across Quincy. Michael and Tim currently own more than 100 residential apartments in the city and are working toward a long-term goal of expanding that portfolio to more than 250 units.

Marking A Century of Business in Quincy

Flavin's connection to Quincy extends well beyond his role as a real estate professional. He grew up in the city, attended Quincy schools, graduated from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and has spent his professional career working in the local real estate market.

Now marking approximately 30 years in the industry, Flavin has built his career around a highly localized approach to real estate. Rather than expanding his practice across multiple markets, he focuses on the community where he has lived and worked for decades.

"I live my entire life in the area where I sell real estate," said Flavin. "I offer not only real estate service in Quincy, but I’m a full resource for my clients."

That familiarity has allowed him to advise clients on more than transactions, including neighborhoods, schools, local businesses, and other aspects of living in the city.

Growing the Family’s Real Estate Portfolio

The company's next chapter is also being shaped by continued investment in Quincy property.

Michael and his brother Tim have accumulated more than 100 residential apartments in the city, giving the family a direct investment in the community where the company has operated for a century. Their stated goal is to grow that portfolio beyond 250 units eventually.

Flavin also works with clients interested in building their own real estate portfolios, including investors purchasing their first multifamily properties and gradually expanding their holdings.

"Nothing excites me more than when I sell someone their first piece of property, then years later they have multiple buildings," said Flavin.

The combination of brokerage and property investment has allowed the family business to remain connected to both sides of Quincy's residential market.

Preparing the Fourth Generation for Family Business

For Michael, preserving the business means creating a foundation that can support the next generation rather than simply commemorating the previous one.

Michael represents the third generation of the Flavin family to operate the business. His brother Tim remains involved in leadership, while Michael’s stepson Mikey has joined the firm and is expected to take on greater responsibility over time.

The transition reflects the structure that has allowed Flavin & Flavin Realty to remain family-owned for a century: successive generations becoming involved while the company continues operating in the same community.

Business, Football, and Community Service

Outside real estate, Flavin has remained active in Quincy through youth football and community service.

A former high school and college football player who was later inducted into football halls of fame, Flavin returned to the sport as a coach. He has coached youth football in Massachusetts and has worked with his son, Jonathan, who was named Most Valuable Player after Quincy United won the Massachusetts Youth Football State Championship in 2025.

Flavin has also devoted significant time to volunteering with Pine Street Inn. In 2025, he received its Five Star Award after volunteering more than 40 hours per month, including helping shelter residents with employment applications and discussions around sobriety and rebuilding their lives.

Looking Toward the Next Century

As Flavin & Flavin Realty enters its second century, the company is balancing a long-established local identity with plans for continued growth.

The immediate priorities include expanding the family's residential investment portfolio, continuing to serve Quincy buyers, sellers, and investors, and developing the fourth generation of family leadership.

After 100 years in the same community, the company's next chapter remains closely tied to the city where it began.

About Flavin & Flavin Realty

Flavin & Flavin Realty Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned real estate company based in Quincy, Massachusetts. Founded in 1925, the company specializes in residential real estate, new construction developments, and property investment opportunities. The firm owns more than 100 residential apartments and remains involved in local community initiatives. For more information, visit flavinandflavin.com.

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, October 29, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Comprehensive technical audits have confirmed that Dubai-headquartered enterprise digital publishing platform Integrated Identity has recorded validated 100/100 scores across both mobile and desktop environments on Google PageSpeed Insights. Backed by data from the HTTP Archive and the Chrome User Experience Report (CrUX) which tracks over 13.75 million active web origins, this achievement places the Integrated Identity network strictly within the top 0.1 percentile of global web performance out of an estimated 200 million active websites worldwide.

While recent 2026 CrUX data indicates that roughly 49.1% of the mobile web passes basic Core Web Vitals thresholds (2.5 second LCP, 0.1 CLS), securing a simultaneous 100/100 perfection score across all five architectural pillars (Performance, Accessibility, Best Practices, SEO, and Agentic Browsing readiness) on both throttled mobile and unthrottled desktop connections is an engineering rarity achieved by less than one-tenth of one percent of global enterprise domains.

Google calibrates its Lighthouse scoring algorithm using log-normal distribution curves mapped against empirical datasets. Under these benchmarks, a score of 50 reflects the global web median, and an 8th percentile score in HTTP Archive yields a 90. Google Chromium engineering documents explicitly state that a score of 100 is an extreme mathematical outlier that sits at the asymptote of the curve. Because mobile audits evaluate performance under simulated mid-tier hardware on throttled network connections, most enterprise web properties register mobile performance scores between 35 and 65 due to client-side hydration overhead, third-party tracking scripts, and visual layout shifts. Achieving a concurrent 100/100 rating places the platform at the extreme upper tail of Google's performance distribution curves.

Verified Diagnostic Breakdown Across Form Factors

The certified Lighthouse diagnostic audits confirm instant execution, zero main-thread blockage, and absolute layout stability across both mobile and desktop profiles:

Mobile Diagnostic Profile (Simulated Mid-Tier CPU on Throttled 4G):

• First Contentful Paint (FCP): 0.9 seconds
• Largest Contentful Paint (LCP): 1.6 seconds
• Speed Index: 2.3 seconds
• Total Blocking Time (TBT): 0 milliseconds
• Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS): 0.000
• Performance Pillar Score: 100/100

Desktop Diagnostic Profile (Unthrottled Broadband Execution):

• First Contentful Paint (FCP): 0.3 seconds
• Largest Contentful Paint (LCP): 0.6 seconds
• Speed Index: 0.7 seconds
• Total Blocking Time (TBT): 0 milliseconds
• Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS): 0.000
• Performance Pillar Score: 100/100

Engineering the Five Pillars: Optimizing for Autonomous Agentic Browsing

While legacy web development prioritizes human visual rendering, the enterprise publishing ecosystem has shifted toward autonomous AI agents, automated retrieval pipelines, and headless browser ingestion. Integrated Identity engineered its digital architecture across five synchronized disciplines:

• Deterministic Performance: Eradicating render-blocking CSS and asynchronous script delays to lock Total Blocking Time at exactly 0 milliseconds.
• Universal Accessibility: Comprehensive adherence to WCAG 2.2 AA protocols, incorporating strict semantic landmark hierarchies, verified ARIA labels, and calibrated color contrast ratios.
• Enterprise Best Practices: Enforcing strict Content Security Policies, modern transport security protocols, next-generation image encoding in WebP and AVIF, and zero console exceptions.
• Structural Search Optimization: Full JSON-LD entity schema serialization, authoritative canonical structures, and deterministic indexable topologies.
• Agentic Browsing Readiness: Constructing a lean, server-rendered Document Object Model (DOM) that autonomous AI agents, including Perplexity Sonar, OpenAI Operator, and Google AI Overviews, can parse and extract without triggering execution timeouts.

Cloud Infrastructure Synergy: Edge Compute and Bare-Metal Execution

Achieving persistent zero-latency rendering at a global scale requires structural alignment between application code and enterprise cloud hosting. Integrated Identity built its deployment pipeline in close architectural alignment with a high-performance cloud and distributed edge infrastructure.

By routing server-rendered HTML payloads through optimized edge points of presence, the platform isolates origin servers from sudden concurrency spikes and compresses global Time to First Byte (TTFB) to single-digit milliseconds.

“Achieving a validated 100/100 Google PageSpeed score across both mobile and desktop environments requires uncompromising discipline across every layer of the technology stack,” said Ajay Rajguru, co-founder and CEO of Integrated Identity. “Most enterprise publishing architectures degrade under script bloat, database contention, and edge latency the moment concurrency surges. By pairing zero-bloat server-side rendering with distributed network points of presence, we compressed Time to First Byte to single-digit milliseconds and eliminated Total Blocking Time entirely. Sub-second execution is no longer just an engineering goal; it is the baseline architectural foundation required for real-time discovery and deterministic machine ingestion.”

"The modern web has fractured into two distinct pipelines: visual rendering for human screens and data extraction for autonomous agents," Rajguru observed. "When an AI crawler from OpenAI or a sovereign retrieval model inspects an enterprise domain, it operates under a strict compute budget. If your server hesitates, or your main thread blocks execution, the agent abandons your domain and extracts data from secondary aggregators instead. We engineered our architecture to solve this exact vulnerability. Whether an investor loads an article on a mobile network, or a RAG pipeline indexes our schemas for generative synthesis, the payload is delivered instantly. A perfect Lighthouse score is not a vanity metric. It is the empirical proof that a platform is structurally immune to algorithmic abandonment."

Foundational Architectural Disciplines

The technical milestone reflects four architectural protocols deployed across the Integrated Identity network:

• Elimination of Client-Side Hydration Bloat: Eliminating client-side JavaScript UI frameworks in favor of optimized server-rendered HTML and streamlined inline CSS, reducing browser main-thread execution time to zero milliseconds.
• Rigid Frame Dimension Allocation: Eliminating Cumulative Layout Shift entirely (0.000 CLS) through explicit dimensional constraints on all media containers, typography blocks, and interface components.
• Edge-Native Asset Delivery Protocol: Distributing static assets and pre-rendered pages across global edge compute nodes, sustaining sub-100-millisecond Time to First Byte across international mobile networks.
• Deterministic Machine-Readable Semantic Schemas: Injecting structured NewsArticle and Organization JSON-LD markup directly into the initial HTTP payload, allowing answer engines and vector retrieval systems to ingest verified entities without client-side rendering overhead.

By solving performance bottlenecks at both the cloud infrastructure and application layers, Integrated Identity provides enterprise organizations with an auditable distribution network engineered for the future of digital communications.

Integrated Identity develops next-generation digital publishing infrastructure engineered for deterministic performance and AI-agent readiness. The company currently operates a seamlessly synchronized global network of 5,372 active web properties, spanning 39 languages across 141 countries, setting a new standard for enterprise web speed.

About Integrated Identity

Integrated Identity is democratizing the future of digital content publishing through 5,372 websites in 39 languages, spanning 141 countries and six continents. For more information, visit integratedidentity.io.

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HANGZHOU, China, October 29, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (HKEX: 0175) announced third quarterly financial results for the first nine months of 2026, The Group recorded total revenue ofRMB 272.6 billion, up 3% YoY. The core net profit attributable to owners of the parent increased 41% YoY to a record RMB 14.9 billion during the period. Gross margin increased to 18%, while core net profit margin increased 5.5%. Core net profit per vehicle grew 37% year on year to RMB 6,664, reflecting continued progress in profitability and operational efficiency.

Both revenue and core profit reached record highs for the third-quarter period. Revenue of third quarter increased 10% YoY to RMB 98.96 billion. Core net profit attributable to owners of the parent during the same period reached RMB 5.21 billion, representing year-on-year growth of 32%.

The multi-brand portfolio of Geely Auto Group continued to deliver strong performance, with total vehicle sales exceeding 2.235 million units in the first nine months of 2026.

Geely Auto brand sold 1,750,960 vehicles, including 877,184 electrified new energy vehicles, demonstrating the strength and breadth of the Group’s product portfolio across different market segments.

Zeekr sold 288,404 vehicles during the period, with both sales and revenue doubling year on year. The luxury brand's contribution to the Group's total revenue increased significantly, from 17.7% a year earlier to 31.3%.

Lynk & Co recorded sales of 196,117 vehicles, with electrified new energy vehicles accounting for a record share of more than 70% of its total sales. The brand also achieved 151% year-on-year growth in sales outside China.

Exports to markets outside China surged 169% year on year to 797,670 vehicles in the first nine months, with electrified new energy vehicles accounting for 61% of the total. Monthly sales outside China exceeded 100,000 vehicles for four consecutive months from June through September, providing strong momentum toward the Group's ambition of reaching one million sales outside China in 2026.

Growth across international markets was supported by an increasingly diversified product lineup. Models including Geely E2/EX2, Geely EX5 EM-i, Geely EX5, Lynk & Co 08, Zeekr 7X, Zeekr X and Zeekr 009 achieved leading sales positions in several overseas markets, demonstrating the growing contribution of multiple models to the Group's international expansion.

Looking ahead, Geely Auto Group plans to introduce additional models to overseas markets, including Geely Emgrand EM-i, Geely Zhanjian 700 and Lynk & Co 07 GT. With an expanding global product portfolio and continued investment in international operations, the Group aims to capture further growth opportunities across global automotive markets.

About Geely Auto Group

Geely Auto Group is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. Part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group develops and manufactures passenger vehicles under the Geely, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr brands. With a strong focus on technology innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility, Geely Auto Group operates world-class R&D centers and manufacturing facilities across China, Europe, and key international markets. The Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and intelligent vehicles enabled by advanced technologies such as hybrid powertrains, full-electric architectures, smart connectivity, and autonomous driving systems. As a global company, Geely Auto Group continues to expand its international presence through strategic partnerships, localized operations, and industry-leading platforms. Geely strives to create mobility solutions that are greener, smarter, and more accessible, driving forward the future of sustainable transportation. For more information, visit global.geely.com.

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Janet Chen
media@geely.com

DENVER, CO, October 29, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- The Colab, a fast-growing public relations agency for AI companies, high-growth startups, and leading technology brands, has hired eight senior communications professionals and promoted two team members. In the last year, The Colab has grown monthly recurring revenue 322% and scaled into a multimillion-dollar agency with a team across the U.S. and South America. More than a dozen of its clients have been acquired or gone public while working with the firm.

The new team members bring experience in media relations, AI storytelling, executive visibility, crisis communications, B2B trade media, and public affairs. With them, The Colab can serve more tech companies in AI, cybersecurity, enterprise SaaS, fintech, climate tech, defense tech, govtech, healthtech, and venture capital, from Series A through IPO.

"Tech companies don't need another agency that sends press releases and hopes for the best. They need a partner who understands their technology, knows the reporters covering it, and can turn complicated products into stories people remember," said Lizzy Harris, CEO and co-founder of The Colab. "Our growth comes down to exceptional processes and people. We have the best talent in tech PR, and these hires and promotions show how we reinvest our success: in the people behind it."

Agency and Client Growth

• Revenue: Monthly recurring revenue grew 322% in the past 12 months; now a multi-million-dollar agency
• Client milestones: More than a dozen clients acquired or taken public while working with The Colab
• Proprietary technology: Prism, The Colab's in-house proprietary platform for AI visibility, measurement, reporter research, opportunity tracking, forecasting, and real-time client KPI dashboards
• AI search visibility: Prism's LLM visibility platform helped one healthtech client reach the No. 1 AI visibility ranking in its industry in under a year, with 220 mentions and a 51% share of voice
• Industry reach: The Colab Brief, the firm's PR newsletter, reaches 20,000+ communications professionals across 150+ editions

Promotions

Andrea Dumont dos Santos has been promoted to PR Director. Andrea leads integrated PR campaigns for The Colab's technology clients, bringing an international perspective to communications strategy and strong client relationships built on creative problem-solving. Before The Colab, she developed campaigns for global agencies across tech and lifestyle. She has a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Vienna.

Erika Cardina has been promoted to PR Manager. A Penn State graduate who started her career in entertainment, Erika is a trusted strategist for The Colab's AI and emerging tech clients. She is known for editorial-ready narratives, elevating expert voices, and landing media moments that build lasting credibility.

New Hires

Jenny Wang joins as Senior Vice President. Jenny has been honored by PRWeek, PRNEWS, Ragan, the Diversity Action Alliance, and Washington Women in PR. She brings years of experience in media relations, thought leadership, crisis communications, and public affairs. Based in Washington, D.C., she helps tech companies and organizations gain visibility and navigate complex policy and reputational issues.

Kate Dmytrenko joins as Associate Vice President. Kate has 14 years in integrated communications, with work spanning AI, climate tech, and venture capital placing clients in Forbes, Fast Company, The Washington Post, and Bloomberg. Most recently, she led North America communications for carbon removal company Climeworks during its U.S. market entry, serving as its spokesperson in Inc. and public radio around partnerships with Morgan Stanley and TikTok. She was previously an Account Director at LaunchSquad and a global communications strategist at 3M. She is a University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire journalism graduate. Known for finding the angle beneath the obvious one, she brings creative range and steady strategic counsel to the accounts she leads.

Natalie Rizk joins as Senior PR Director. Natalie has 13+ years of experience across agency and in-house roles, leading communications, brand, and product marketing for high-growth startups in fintech, energy, space tech and cybersecurity. She previously led communications at clean energy company Arcadia and at HERO, which Klarna acquired, and later held product marketing and marketing leadership roles at Klarna and SmarterX. Her executive ghostwriting has appeared in Forbes, Fortune, Fast Company, TechCrunch, TIME, and WIRED. She is a Boston University graduate.

Kristen Carmen joins as Senior PR Director. Kristen has 12+ years in communications and leads integrated PR programs for B2B tech companies, with a focus on executive visibility and brand positioning. She was previously Director of PR at CashmanCo and Account Director at G&S Business Communications, where she counseled non-profits, franchise systems, associations, startups, 100+ year organizations, and more, bringing deep expertise in media training and multi-stakeholder engagement. She is a Dickinson College graduate based in New York.

Elizabeth Kyle joins as Senior PR Manager. Elizabeth is a former reporter at the Dayton Business Journal who spent more than five years at tech PR agency LaunchSquad, where she rose to PR Manager. There, she helped run media programs for clients including ICF, Uber Freight and DJI, as well as clients in supply chain, AI, influencer marketing and climate tech. She is a University of Dayton graduate.

April Hiester joins as PR Manager. April has seven years of B2B tech communications experience and a deep network in trade media. She specializes in product launches, thought leadership programs, and media relations for companies building transformative technologies, driving awareness and credibility for world-changing innovations and the leaders behind them.

Karrigen Hanson joins as Senior Account Executive. A University of Oregon graduate with a background in public relations and journalism, Karrigen works with AI, emerging tech, and healthtech brands to build clear narratives in fast-moving categories. Her editorial lens and disciplined research help her spot timely angles and turn them into media opportunities.

Cabri Gordon joins as Senior Account Executive. Cabri is a former TV news producer at TEGNA's WLTX-TV. Most recently at tech PR firm VSC, she led media relations for AI, cybersecurity, fintech, healthtech and climate tech clients, securing coverage in tier one media outlets including TechCrunch, Fast Company, Forbes, and MarketWatch. She graduated magna cum laude from Georgia Southern University with a B.S. in Multimedia Journalism.

About The Colab

The Colab is the leading tech PR agency helping ambitious companies build market leadership across AI, cybersecurity, climate tech, fintech, and enterprise software. Founded in 2017 by Lizzy Harris and Ashley Mann, the agency partners with companies at every stage of growth, from venture-backed startups to industry leaders preparing for IPO.

In 2026, The Colab launched Prism, an AI-integrated platform that combines media relations, executive thought leadership, generative engine optimization (GEO), and real-time performance intelligence to turn earned media into a measurable business advantage. By connecting reputation, visibility, and business outcomes, The Colab helps brands shape industry conversations, strengthen their presence in AI-powered search, and accelerate growth. Learn more at colabcomms.co.

Media Contact

Amber Masciorini
Senior PR Director, The Colab
pr@colabcomms.co

ISTANBUL, Türkiye, October 28, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Dr. Nesim Tugen, Co-Director of Hair Restoration and Executive Clinical Lead at Hermest Hair Clinic, has been admitted as a member of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) and represented the clinic at the society’s 34th World Congress, held Oct. 15–17, 2026, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. His admission places Hermest within the ranks of a global non-profit that unites more than 1,100 members across 70 countries and sets the medical standards for hair restoration worldwide.

This year’s Congress gathered under the theme “Where Integrity Meets Excellence,” a principle that ISHRS president Conradin von Albertini, MD, FISHRS, tied directly to physician-driven involvement from start to finish, the hands-on standard that sets ISHRS members apart. That standard is the foundation of Hermest’s practice. Under the doctor-led model of Dr. Nesim Tugen and Dr. Ahmet Murat, every operation is planned, supervised, and medically owned by the clinic’s surgeons rather than delegated to technicians. Dr. Nesim Tugen personally designs each hairline and opens the recipient channels for every patient.

Dr. Nesim Tugen brings more than 14 years of clinical experience and over 7,500 hair transplant operations to the society. Since 2022 he has concentrated his surgical practice exclusively on Follicular Unit Extraction, pushing the limits of tissue management, graft survival, and natural density. That focus is what allows Hermest’s proprietary Unique FUE® technique to achieve a graft survival rate above 95%, an outcome the clinic treats as the product of protocol rather than chance. Advanced tissue-regeneration treatments, delivered under the clinic’s All-In Safety Protocol™, support recovery in both the donor and recipient areas and protect that result.

“Integrity in hair restoration begins with the surgeon’s own hands,” said Dr. Nesim Tugen. “Joining the ISHRS affirms the principle that has guided Hermest from the start: lasting, natural results come from medical discipline, scientific rigour, and a doctor who stays responsible for the patient from the first graft to the final day of recovery.”

Hermest Hair Clinic’s standing is reinforced by its position as a Hair Transplant Doctor Training Academy approved by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health, the body that certifies surgeons permitted to perform hair transplantation in Türkiye. Through this academy, led by Dr. Nesim Tugen and Dr. Ahmet Murat, Hermest does not simply follow the standards of the field; it trains the doctors who uphold them. Dr. Nesim Tugen’s ISHRS membership extends that authority onto the international stage, connecting the clinic’s work in Istanbul to the global community shaping the future of hair restoration.

About Dr. Nesim Tugen

Hermest Hair Clinic is a dedicated hair transplant polyclinic in Istanbul, Turkey, led by Dr. Ahmet Murat and Dr. Nesim Tugen. Built on a doctor-led model and the All-In Safety Protocol™, the clinic combines its proprietary Unique FUE® technique with AI-assisted planning through Hermest GraftMap™ to deliver graft survival rates above 95%. International patients are supported after surgery through the clinic’s partner network in Los Angeles, Berlin, and London.

Media Contact

info@hermest.com.tr

BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 28, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Supported by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF) spans dance, drama, music and film across more than 20 events — bringing together artists and ensembles from Azerbaijan, the United Kingdom, Israel, Canada, Monaco, Russia, the United States, France and other nations.

This year's programme places special emphasis on collaboration between internationally renowned artists and Azerbaijani performers and institutions, including the Baku Choreography Academy, the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Baku Music Academy, and the Azerbaijan State Symphony and Chamber Orchestras. Venues include the Muslim Magomayev State Philharmonic Hall, the Azerbaijan National Drama Theatre, the Heydar Aliyev Center, the Azerbaijan State Musical Theatre, Nizami Cinema Center, YARAT Contemporary Art Space, Baku Book Center, Stone Chronicle Museum, Gazelli Art House and the Heydar Aliyev Palace.

BIAF opens on Oct. 28 at the Philharmonic Hall with a concert marking the 120th anniversary of Dmitri Shostakovich, whose life and legacy remain closely tied to Azerbaijan and directly shaped its national school of composition. His Concerto No. 1 for Piano, Trumpet and Orchestra, premiered on this same stage by the composer in 1934, will be performed by Lukas Geniušas, grandson of the celebrated Shostakovich interpreter Vera Gornostaeva, and Norwegian trumpeter Tine Thing Helseth, with the Baku State Chamber Orchestra and the BIAF Festival Orchestra under Baku-born violinist and conductor Dmitry Sitkovetsky.

On Oct. 30, South African artist William Kentridge's multimedia work, "Oh To Believe in Another World," brings a live visual interpretation to Shostakovich's Symphony No. 10, a work whose musical themes encode the composer's secret declaration of affection for his Baku student, pianist and composer Elmira Nazirova. Sitkovetsky conducts the Festival Orchestra, and the programme continues with Fikret Amirov and Nazirova's Concerto for Piano and Orchestra on Arabian Themes, performed by Farhad Badalbeyli, Rector of the Baku Music Academy and a personal acquaintance of both composers.

On Nov. 4, the Heydar Aliyev Center hosts violinist David Garrett, the Juilliard-trained "Paganini of pop," presenting his Baku premiere of "Millennium Symphony," a symphonic reimagining of the past 25 years' biggest hits. The festival closes on Nov. 8 at the Philharmonic with two-time Grammy winner Maxim Vengerov, one of the world's most sought-after violinists.

The theatre opens with Lev Dodin's acclaimed staging of Chekhov's "The Seagull," from the Maly Drama Theatre — Theatre of Europe (St Petersburg), on Oct. 29–30 at the Musical Theatre. On Nov. 1–2, Tel Aviv's Gesher Theatre presents Dmitry Krymov's "Bloody Mary," a free, image-driven response to Schiller's "Mary Stuart." On Nov. 3–4, the Heydar Aliyev Center welcomes the Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theatre's "Alfred and Violetta," a reworking of "La Dame aux Camélias" relocated to 1990s Tbilisi, completed by director Leo Gabriadze after his father's death in 2021.

The dance programme opens Oct. 31–Nov. 1 with "Thikra: Night of Remembering" at the National Drama Theatre, choreographed by Akram Khan with visual design by Saudi artist Manal AlDowayan, a piece rooted in ritual remembrance that premiered at AlUla's Wadi AlFann in 2025. On Nov. 5–6, choreographer Shahar Binyamini, a Batsheva alumnus who works with the Paris Opera Ballet and La Scala, presents "New Earth" and "Bolero X" with his House of Dance Company; as part of the festival's mentorship strand, Binyamini is also training and integrating dancers from the Azerbaijan State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre and the Baku Choreography Academy into the production.

English National Ballet makes its Baku debut on Nov. 6–7 at the Musical Theatre with "Masters in Motion: Forsythe/Pite," pairing Crystal Pite's "Body and Soul (Part 1)" with William Forsythe's "Playlist (EP)." On Nov. 7, Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo, heirs to Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, bring their Baku premiere of Jean-Christophe Maillot's "LAC" to the Heydar Aliyev Palace, a psychologically charged reimagining of "Swan Lake" marking 150 years since Tchaikovsky's original.

The parallel programme includes a rare glimpse of work in progress from choreographer Sharon Eyal on Nov. 1, and Romeo Castellucci and Scott Gibbons' sound-based piece "To Carthage Then I Came" at the Museum of Stone Chronicle on Nov. 6–7, restaged for the former power station after its Brussels premiere. Public talks bring audiences together with Akram Khan, Manal AlDowayan, Lev Dodin and others, including historian Peter Frankopan, author of the bestselling "The Silk Roads," in a conversation on Baku's renewed place at the crossroads of world culture.

BIAF's second edition follows a successful debut in 2025, which presented more than 20 events and 100 artists from Azerbaijan, Austria, the UK, Germany, Israel, Spain, Canada, China, the US, France, Uzbekistan and beyond, including works by Robert Lepage, Guillaume Côté, Sharon Eyal, Yang Liping, Rimas Tuminas and Daniele Finzi Pasca. Modelled on the world's leading festival platforms, BIAF positions Baku, a historic crossroads of the Silk Road, as a modern, open, multi-genre cultural capital bridging East and West.

About Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF)

The full BIAF 2026 programme and tickets are available at biaf.az. To discover more of Azerbaijan’s cultural heritage and travel experiences, visit azerbaijan.travel and follow Experience Azerbaijan on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube. #experienceazerbaijan  

Media Contact

Anthony Burr
Burr Media
anthony@burrmedia.co.uk

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, October 28, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- The Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress 2026, held Oct. 21-22 at the Jeddah Superdome, highlighted Saudi Arabia’s role in supporting the continuity of trade flows and strengthening supply chain resilience, bringing together representatives of government entities, maritime transport and logistics leaders, and the business community.

The Congress takes place as rapid changes in trade and shipping prompt companies to reassess transport routes and operational and investment choices. It provides a platform for dialogue among stakeholders to explore opportunities for cooperation and strengthen integration between ports and maritime, land transport and logistics services, supporting operational efficiency and supply chain reliability.

In his opening address, His Excellency Eng. Fawaz Alsahli, President of the Transport General Authority in Saudi Arabia, emphasised that the Kingdom’s ambitions extend beyond developing ports and maritime services to building an integrated transport and logistics ecosystem that contributes to diversifying the national economy, expanding opportunities for investment and innovation, and strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a trusted partner in international trade.

His Excellency highlighted the importance of integrating maritime and road transport to connect ports with factories, warehouses and local and regional markets, facilitating the smooth movement of goods and supporting the sector’s ability to respond to changes in global trade.

Discussions highlighted shifts in regional trade flows, including developments affecting navigation through the Suez Canal and alternative shipping routes. Participants stressed the importance of strengthening connections between ports, transport networks and logistics services to give cargo owners and operators greater flexibility in managing their operations and responding to changing market conditions.

Mohaned El Mahgoub, Vice President at Tahaluf, said: “Bringing the industry together in Jeddah at this moment matters more than ever. Businesses are making immediate decisions about routes, capacity and investment, and those decisions depend on strong relationships across the supply chain. The discussions at this year’s Congress show how Saudi Arabia’s maritime and logistics capabilities are helping companies respond to disruption and build confidence in the routes and services they rely on. The Kingdom’s strength lies in its ability to bring those capabilities together, adapt under pressure and keep trade moving.”

In discussions on geopolitical shifts and trade resilience, Mr. Akshay Anand, Group CEO of ABSA Al Barrak Group, emphasised the importance of strengthening the maritime transport and logistics sector’s ability to adapt to challenges, alongside stakeholders’ shared responsibility to maintain the continuous flow of goods.

Discussions addressed the importance of developing operational alternatives and strengthening connections between different modes of transport to support supply chain resilience and enable companies to respond to changes in shipping flows. They also highlighted the importance of coordination between regulators, operators and service providers to ensure clear requirements and improve safety standards and operational efficiency.

Eng. Essam Alammari, Deputy for Maritime at the Transport General Authority, highlighted the importance of developing maritime transport capabilities, improving operational efficiency and enhancing integration between ports, shipping services and logistics networks.

Alammari said: “Developing the maritime transport sector is essential to strengthening the resilience of supply chains, improving trade connectivity and supporting the continued flow of goods across regional and international markets.”

He added: “Saudi Arabia’s strategic geographic location, connecting major maritime trade routes across three continents, provides a strong foundation for expanding its role in global logistics. Our priority is to translate this advantage into greater operational efficiency, stronger international partnerships and sustainable growth across the maritime transport sector.”

Alammari stressed the importance of cooperation between government entities, port operators, shipping companies and logistics service providers in creating an environment that supports investment and growth. He also highlighted the role of developing infrastructure, regulatory frameworks and maritime services, alongside innovation, digital transformation and international cooperation, in strengthening port competitiveness and adapting to changing trade patterns and geopolitical developments.

In discussions on port competitiveness and the development of logistics services, participants examined opportunities to increase transit cargo flows through the Kingdom to Gulf markets by developing dedicated facilities for storage, customs inspection, cargo collection and onward transport by truck. Discussions also explored the importance of connecting ports with regional and international transport networks to provide a broader range of shipping and redistribution options and improve the efficiency of goods movement between markets.

Discussions also addressed the role of investment in infrastructure and supporting services in attracting shipping traffic and strengthening Saudi ports’ position within global trade networks, alongside the importance of developing services that meet the needs of cargo owners and operators and support reliable operations.

On investment and partnerships, the Congress focused on the importance of strengthening cooperation between regulators, operators, investors and service providers to identify opportunities and develop solutions that meet the sector’s needs. Developments at the Congress included the announcement of cooperation between the National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia, Bahri, and the University of Jeddah, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between the maritime and academic sectors.

Faisal M. Higgi & Associates Co. Ltd also announced a new brand identity, FMH Marine Services, while continuing to operate under its registered legal identity. The new brand supports the company’s plans to develop ship agency, customs clearance, logistics, supply, procurement and related marine services in line with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.

On technology, discussions examined the role of automation, shared data and artificial intelligence in improving maritime and logistics operations through better vessel and truck scheduling, improved terminal utilisation and closer alignment between infrastructure and industrial needs. Participants also stressed the importance of developing supplier networks and strengthening connections between services and the areas surrounding ports to attract businesses and investment.

In discussions on reducing carbon emissions and strengthening competitiveness, participants examined opportunities to use alternative fuels and technological solutions to improve vessels’ environmental and operational performance. Topics included biofuels, hybrid propulsion systems and carbon capture technologies, alongside the use of sensors and artificial intelligence to improve operational efficiency. Discussions also highlighted the importance of cooperation between energy companies and engine manufacturers to assess the compatibility of different fuels with operational requirements and support the development of more sustainable solutions for the maritime sector.

Discussions extended to the role of ports and marinas in supporting tourism, services and maritime investment. Oriela Blake from Sela highlighted the importance of developing marina facilities and specialised marine services to attract luxury yachts and increase demand for provisioning, maintenance and tourism activities.

Discussions also addressed the role of developing national talent and specialised marine services in supporting the sector’s growth. Participants emphasised the importance of an integrated offering that brings together marina operations, boat sales, after-sales service, technical support and maintenance to meet the needs of individuals and businesses and support the development of the marine industry in the Kingdom.

Ryanah Alghamdi, Deputy General Manager, Samaco, said: “Our ambition is to offer more than a marina. We want to support the customer’s broader marine journey, from boats and after-sales service to marina facilities, while contributing to the growth of the sector in Saudi Arabia.”

Samaco Marine is developing its services in line with marine industry growth and new investment opportunities, while exploring regional partnerships that support the expansion of its business and strengthen the integration of marine services in the Kingdom.

The development of national talent is also a key area supporting the maritime sector’s progress through expanded training, professional development and the development of specialised skills, keeping pace with market needs and supporting the sustained growth of the marine industry and logistics services.

Discussions at the Congress underscored the importance of continuing to develop the maritime transport and logistics ecosystem through investment in infrastructure, greater integration between transport modes, the use of modern technologies and broader public-private partnerships.

The Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress continues at Jeddah Superdome with sessions examining how to build an integrated national logistics ecosystem, improve operational efficiency and develop partnerships and investment that support the competitiveness of the Kingdom’s maritime sector.

The Congress continues to provide a platform bringing together government entities, industry leaders, investors and technology providers to explore opportunities for cooperation and exchange expertise, helping to strengthen supply chain reliability and expand the Kingdom’s role in regional and international trade.

Media Contact

Ema Linaker
Brand Links
ema@brandlinksme.com