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- November 2, 2026APAC
Progress on Share Repurchase
Mitsui & Co., Ltd. resolved to repurchase its shares pursuant to Article 156 of the Companies Act of Japan, as applied pursuant to Paragraph 3, Article 165 of the Act, at the meeting of the Board of Directors held on August 4, 2026. The progress of this share repurchase is as follows. Attachment Progress on Share Repurchase (PDF 100KB) Related Release Share Repurchase and Cancellation of Treasury Stock (Aug. 4, 2026) For inquiries on this matter, please contact Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Investor Relations Division — Contact form Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Corporate Communications Division — Contact form
- November 2, 2026Stocks & Economy
MicroVision Expands Collaboration with FieldAI Across Government and Industrial Autonomous Systems Programs
MicroVision, Inc. (NASDAQ: MVIS), a leader in advanced perception solutions for industrial, security and defense, and automotive applications, today announced an expanded collaboration with FieldAI, a developer of autonomous robotic systems for government and industrial applications. The collaboration builds on successful testing of MicroVision's perception technologies by FieldAI's Federal team, including evaluation of the IRIS™ long-range lidar sensor on autonomous ground vehicles and demonstrations of MicroVision's extended perception solution combining the Robinson Unmanned Spirit drone platform with the MOVIA™ Air Plus sensor for real-time, colorized 3D lidar mapping integrated with ATAK. In addition, FieldAI has purchased MicroVision MOVIA sensors for development and evaluation activities spanning both government and industrial autonomous robotics initiatives. "FieldAI is pioneering autonomous systems designed for some of the most demanding operational environments, and we're excited to continue expanding our collaboration across both their Federal and Industrial organizations," said Glen DeVos, CEO of MicroVision. "From long-range perception for autonomous ground vehicles to real-time 3D mapping and short-range obstacle detection, our portfolio provides the flexibility and performance required to support next-generation robotic systems. We look forward to supporting FieldAI as they continue advancing autonomy across commercial and government applications." "The performance and versatility of MicroVision's sensing technologies have made them an important collaborator as we continue advancing autonomous capabilities across our platform portfolio," said Shehryar Khattak, Director of Technology at FieldAI. "Following successful tests across uncrewed ground and aerial systems, we are expanding our evaluation efforts to identify opportunities for broader adoption of MicroVision's perception solutions across both our Federal and Industrial programs." The collaboration reflects growing demand for advanced perception solutions capable of supporting autonomous mobility, navigation, mapping, obstacle detection, and mission execution across government and industrial robotic platforms. By combining MicroVision's portfolio of long-range, short-range, and aerial perception solutions with FieldAI's autonomy software and robotic systems expertise, the companies are exploring opportunities to accelerate deployment of next-generation autonomous capabilities in challenging operational environments. About Field AI FieldAI is the leader in deploying general-purpose robots in unstructured environments, providing frontier autonomy software as a universal "brain" that works across many robots and many tasks. The company's Field Foundation Models™ uniquely combine data-driven AI with physics-based reasoning and uncertainty awareness, enabling safe and reliable operations in environments previously considered too unpredictable for robots. FieldAI's leadership team brings together world-class expertise in AI foundation models and real-world robotics, with roots in Google DeepMind, NASA JPL's Mars exploration program, and DARPA's Subterranean Challenge and RACER programs. The company has raised over $400 million from investors including Bezos Expeditions, Emerson Collective, Khosla Ventures, Canaan Partners, NVentures (NVIDIA's venture capital arm), Prysm Capital, Temasek, and others. For more information, visit www.fieldai.com or contact [email protected]. About MicroVision MicroVision is defining the next generation of lidar-based perception solutions for industrial, security & defense, and automotive markets. As the industry moves beyond proof of concept toward value, deployment, and commercialization, MicroVision delivers integrated hardware and software solutions designed for real-world performance, automotive-grade reliability, and economic scalability. With engineering centers in the U.S. and Germany, MicroVision leads the industry in depth and breadth of its portfolio, with both short- and long-range lidar solutions, featuring solid-state sensors with varying wavelengths, advanced sensor architectures, design-to-cost engineering, and open software solutions. For more information, visit the company's website at www.microvision.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/microvisioninc, and LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/microvision/. MicroVision, MicroVision HALO, IRIS, MOVIA, MOSAIK, and SENTINEL are trademarks of MicroVision, Inc., and SCANTINEL is a trademark of Scantinel GmbH, in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Investor Relations Contact Jeff Christensen Darrow Associates Investor Relations [email protected] Media Contact Heidi Davidson - For MicroVision [email protected] (914) 441-6862
- November 2, 2026Travel & Leisure
AirAsia reaffirms long-term commitment to Bahrain, appoints AirAsia Bahrain Board
AirAsia today reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Kingdom of Bahrain with the appointment of the AirAsia Bahrain Board of Directors, marking another milestone in establishing Bahrain as the Group’s strategic hub linking Asia with the Middle East, Europe and Australia. The Board will be chaired by Dr. Serra Kirdar, with Dato’ Fam Lee Ee as Vice Chairman. They are joined by Dr. Faisal Khalid Kanoo, Nawaf Al Zayani, Akram Safa, Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon and Tan Sri Jamaludin Ibrahim. All are non-executive directors. The appointment builds on the Letter of Intent signed between Capital A and Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications in November 2025, and AirAsia’s announcement in February 2026 positioning Bahrain as its Middle East hub. Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A and Advisor to AirAsia Group , said: “Bahrain is strategically important to us as the gateway connecting Asean with the Middle East, Europe and beyond. While the geopolitical situation in the region has required us to adjust our initial plans, our commitment to Bahrain has not changed. Today’s appointment of the AirAsia Bahrain Board, with such a distinguished group of leaders, solidifies that commitment. We are here, and we are here for the long term. Beyond the airline, we are committed to supporting Bahrain’s broader aviation ecosystem through Capital A’s diverse businesses. Through Asia Digital Engineering (ADE), we intend to develop MRO capabilities in the Kingdom that will serve not only AirAsia but other carriers in the region, creating high-value engineering jobs, building local technical expertise and strengthening Bahrain’s position as an aviation hub. Teleport, our logistics arm, has maintained twice-weekly freighter services into Bahrain since February 2026, continuing to facilitate trade flows between Asia and the Gulf, and is now scaling up capacity with larger freighter aircraft. We continue to monitor developments in the region closely and are targeting the commencement of AirAsia flights to Bahrain by March 2027, as conditions allow. We are deeply grateful to the Government of Bahrain, which has been an exceptional partner throughout this journey. They share our long-term vision and have shown tremendous support, and we are honoured to have been awarded the Golden License, a clear expression of that confidence. Their partnership will remain pivotal as we continue to expand in the Kingdom, in tandem with Bahrain’s own ambitions.” Dr. Serra Kirdar, Chairperson of AirAsia Bahrain , said: “I am honoured to be appointed Chairperson of AirAsia Bahrain at such an important moment. AirAsia has transformed air travel across Asia by making it accessible to millions, and I believe it can do the same for Bahrain and the wider region. This venture holds tremendous opportunities, from strengthening tourism and trade links between the Gulf and Asia to creating jobs and developing talent for Bahrainis in a dynamic global industry. Together with my fellow board members, I look forward to working closely with the Government of Bahrain and our partners to build an airline that the Kingdom can be proud of.” *AirAsia Group, formerly known as AirAsia X Berhad
- November 2, 2026Finance & Loan
Aware Super partners with Challenger to develop Lifetime Income Solution
Aware Super has signed an agreement with Challenger in a major step towards the delivery of a Lifetime Income Solution for Aware’s 1.3 million members. The partnership builds on the pair’s existing strategic relationship and advances development of an Aware Super Lifetime Income Solution tailored to the needs of Aware members, with a focus on greater choice, flexibility and confidence in retirement. Aware Super Chief Executive Deanne Stewart said the agreement further demonstrated the $250 billion fund’s commitment to improving retirement outcomes for its members. “Aware Super is committed to delivering innovative retirement income solutions for our 1.3 million members,” Ms Stewart said. “As experts in retirement we understand the importance of confidence and choice in helping our members achieve their retirement goals and live the life they’ve worked so hard for.” A Lifetime Income Solution is designed to give members greater confidence that they can generate an income throughout their retirement, while maintaining a degree of choice and flexibility. “A Lifetime Income Solution will play a key role in Aware Super’s broader range of retirement solutions, providing greater income confidence and longevity protection for those members who place higher value on these features,” Ms Stewart said. “As with all of Aware’s retirement solutions, it will be supported by our unmatched range of advice and guidance options to help members make the right choices for their personal goals and circumstances.” Challenger Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Nick Hamilton commented: “We’re delighted that Aware Super has chosen to partner with us to develop a unique lifetime income solution for their members. The real test of a retirement solution is whether it gives people confidence to use the savings they’ve spent a lifetime building, knowing they have income they can depend on. “As one of Australia’s megafunds, Aware Super has one of the largest number of members approaching retirement in the country. Aware has a significant opportunity to help them turn their savings into income that will last for life. “We’re combining Challenger’s retirement income and longevity expertise with Aware Super’s leading digital ecosystem and proven track record of delivering innovative solutions at scale. “This creates an opportunity to take the next step in the evolution of lifetime income and will support Aware Super in giving its members greater income confidence, with choice and flexibility,” Mr Hamilton said. The agreement with Challenger also helps fulfil Aware Super’s responsibilities under the federal government’s Retirement Income Covenant. -Ends- Media enquiries: Geoff Newman, Aware Super External Affairs, 0410 515 830, [email protected] Felicity Goodwin, Challenger Public Affairs, 0461 579 782, [email protected] About Aware Super Aware Super is one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation funds, investing about $250 billion around the world on behalf of around 1.3 million members. We strive to deliver strong long-term returns1 for our members and the help, guidance and advice2 they need to prepare for and enjoy their best possible retirement. Visit the Aware Super Newsroom for the latest news, announcements and insights from Aware Super. Issued by Aware Super Pty Ltd ABN 11 118 202 672, AFSL 293340, the trustee of Aware Super ABN 53 226 460 365. About Challenger Established in 1985, Challenger is Australia’s leading retirement income business with a purpose to provide customers with financial security for a better retirement. We do this by helping Australians convert their accumulated savings into reliable and sustainable retirement income. At the same time, we provide income solutions for institutional investors through our leading credit origination capabilities, providing access to high-quality investment opportunities across public and private markets. Challenger runs an APRA-regulated life company that provides annuities to customers, and we are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). This media release is general advice only. Consider if this is right for you having regard to your objectives, financial situation, or needs, which have not been accounted for in this information. 1 Aware Super's High Growth option return over 10 years to 30 June 2026. SuperRatings Fund Crediting Rate Survey, June 2026. Based on the SR Growth (77-90) Index. Returns are after tax and investment management expenses but before the deduction of administration fees. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance. 2 Advice provided by Aware Financial Services Australia Limited (ABN 86 003 742 756, AFSL 238430), wholly owned by Aware Super.
- November 1, 2026Lifestyle
Fuzhou hosts World Cities Day 2026, Shanghai Award Ceremony
The 2026 World Cities Day Global Observance and the 4th Cycle of Shanghai Award Ceremony opened in Fuzhou, Fujian province, on Oct 31, bringing together more than 1,000 participants from over 60 countries and more than 10 international organizations. Representatives of the winning cities receive their awards at the Awarding Ceremony of the 4th Cycle of Shanghai Award. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Running through Nov 2, the event is jointly organized by China's Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, UN-Habitat, and the Fujian Provincial People's Government, and hosted by the Fuzhou Municipal People's Government and the Fujian Provincial Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development. Five cities — Jingdezhen in China, Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, Santiago de Cali in Colombia, Istanbul in Turkiye, and Katowice in Poland — received the Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities (Shanghai Award). They were selected by an international jury from 15 finalists representing 92 applicant cities. The global campaign "My City, My Home" was another highlight, drawing submissions from more than 320 cities in over 100 countries. Participants were invited to use their hands to frame and photograph places they are proud to call home. Related online content reached 110 million views. The opening ceremony also featured the release of the 2026 Shanghai Manual and a report on the application of the Global Urban Monitoring Framework — Shanghai Adapted Index (SAI for short), which is used to assess urban sustainable development worldwide. China and UN-Habitat also signed a memorandum of understanding to promote the establishment of an international alliance for the award. More than 300 international guests attended, including Anaclaudia Rossbach, UN under-secretary-general and executive director of the UN-Habitat; Nga Kor Ming, Malaysia's minister of Housing and Local Government and deputy chairman of the Democratic Action Party; and Stephen Jackson, United Nations resident coordinator in China, as well as senior officials and ministers from various countries. World Cities Day, established at China's initiative and designated by the UN General Assembly, is the first UN international day dedicated to cities and an important platform for advancing the implementation of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the New Urban Agenda. The Shanghai Award was jointly established by China and UN-Habitat in 2022. Fuzhou, a recipient in the award's inaugural cycle, is hosting this year's Global Observance, which coincides with the 10th anniversary of the New Urban Agenda and the fifth anniversary of the Global Development Initiative.
- November 1, 2026Business
FREELANDER Showcases AI and Digital Technology to International Guests
During the 2026 Chery International User Summit, hosted by Chery Automobile in Wuhu, FREELANDER presented its approach to in-car interaction and driver support to international guests, bringing together an AI Voice Assistant, digital cockpit displays and smartphone-based parking functions in FREELANDER 8. FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain Brand, jointly developed by JLR and Chery. The FREELANDER Nightfall venue at the Hengli Hotel in Wuhu More Natural In Car Conversations Lucia Mao, CEO of FREELANDER International, introduced an AI Voice Assistant powered by a large language model and tailored for the brand. It is designed to support more natural conversations and a deeper understanding of the vehicle. The assistant builds on an intelligent cockpit powered by the Qualcomm SA8295P Automotive-Grade Chip, which is standard across all trims. The interface uses immersive 3D visuals and four themes, while physical buttons remain for frequently used functions. Lucia Mao introduces the AI Voice Assistant at FREELANDER Nightfall Driving Information Across the Dashboard The Surround View Gallery includes a 46.3-inch Mini LED Farside Integrated Display with 8K resolution. Spanning approximately 1.2 metres across the dashboard, it brings together seven core modules, including driving information, navigation and all-terrain status. A 15.6-inch centre display complements it, with an optional 17.3-inch ceiling-mounted entertainment display for rear passengers. Parking and Driver Support SIVP, or Super Intelligent Valet Parking, enables parking and vehicle recall through a smartphone app in supported scenarios. Availability is market-dependent and operation is subject to system operating conditions. The driver remains responsible at all times. FREELANDER 8 also includes L2+ advanced driver assistance as standard, with more than 30 functions. These include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Centring Control, Automatic Emergency Braking and Around View Monitoring with Transparent Chassis, alongside automatic and remote parking. These systems support the driver and do not make the vehicle fully autonomous. Technology in Focus At FREELANDER Nightfall, guests were welcomed by Mornine, an embodied AI humanoid robot from Chery International’s AiMOGA brand. The programme paired technology presentations with driving experiences, giving international visitors an opportunity to explore the brand’s approach to vehicle interaction and everyday usability.
- November 1, 2026Business
Overseas Visitors Share Their Verdict on FREELANDER in Wuhu
International media, content creators and dealer partners shared their impressions of FREELANDER 8 after a test drive programme at the 2026 Chery International User Summit, hosted by Chery Automobile in Wuhu, which combined rain-soaked tracks, challenging obstacles and paved roads. FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain Brand, jointly developed by JLR and Chery. Driving in Changing Conditions At Tuju Campground, participants drove through mud, S-bends, wavy roads, sand and gravel. The changing surfaces gave visitors a practical view of how the vehicle responds beyond a showroom setting. “I think the driving experience is very good. The systems are working very well on the mud,” said a guest from Slovakia. A guest from Greece described the same course as feeling “like driving normally”. FREELANDER 8 on the all-terrain course at Tuju Campground Design and Driving Impressions A guest from the Dominican Republic described the vehicle as “a combination of elegance, beauty and power for the off-road”, bringing design into a discussion otherwise centred on driving performance. The i-ATS Intelligent All-Terrain System provides nine modes, including Smart Mode for changing surface conditions and Expert Mode for experienced drivers. The All-Terrain Dual Lock System supports traction, while dual-chamber air suspension allows additional ground clearance off road. FREELANDER 8 negotiates a cross-axle section From Obstacles to Open Roads The obstacle course included steep inclines, water crossings and cross-axle sections. A separate paved course allowed participants to assess acceleration, braking, handling and ride comfort. Together, the sessions gave overseas visitors a shared basis for assessing the vehicle across different driving environments, with their feedback addressing both its all-terrain character and its suitability for everyday use.
- November 1, 2026Automotive
FREELANDER Expands Middle East Network with Bahrain and Oman Partnerships
During the 2026 Chery International User Summit, hosted by Chery Automobile in Wuhu, FREELANDER signed partnership agreements with EK Kanoo Group in Bahrain and Saud Bahwan Group in Oman, extending its Middle East network alongside its official UAE dealer partners, Al Tayer Motors and Premier Motors. FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain Brand, jointly developed by JLR and Chery. Partnerships in Bahrain and Oman The agreements were signed at FREELANDER Nightfall in Wuhu, where international guests also explored the five-seat version of FREELANDER 8 and heard about the brand’s design and technology direction. Tim Zhang, General Manager of the Middle East Region at Chery International, signed on behalf of FREELANDER. Talal Fuad Ebrahim Kanoo, Managing Director of EK Kanoo Group, and Abdullah Mohammed Saud Bahwan, CEO of Saud Bahwan Group, represented the two partners. FREELANDER International CEO Lucia Mao witnessed the signing. Brand executives and dealer representatives at FREELANDER Nightfall Local Partners and Customer Trust “For me, bringing FREELANDER to the world means more than entering new markets. It means earning the trust of our customers, every day,” said Mao. She emphasised the importance of strong local partners and dependable service. British Design and Intelligent Technology The international five-seat FREELANDER 8 offers a two-row alternative to the six-seat layout. Phil Simmons, EVP of the FREELANDER Design Hub and a member of the original Freelander design team, discussed the connection between the vehicle’s British design heritage and its contemporary form. Mao also introduced an AI Voice Assistant powered by a large language model and tailored for FREELANDER. It is designed to enable more natural conversations and a deeper understanding of the vehicle. The partnerships connect the brand’s international ambitions with local dealer networks, making regional representation and customer service central to its Middle East development.
- November 1, 2026Business
International Guests Put FREELANDER to the Test in Wuhu
During the 2026 Chery International User Summit, hosted by Chery Automobile in Wuhu, international guests tested FREELANDER 8 across mud, steep slopes and paved roads, offering first-hand feedback on the brand’s approach to combining all-terrain capability with everyday comfort. FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain Brand, jointly developed by JLR and Chery. Testing in Rain and Mud The programme brought together driving experiences at Tuju Campground, an obstacle course and a paved test course. Rain added to the challenge, giving participants an opportunity to assess the vehicle on slippery surfaces as well as on the road. On a steep descent, a guest from Spain said their heart was “still pounding a little bit”, before adding: “But I trust the car.” A guest from Egypt welcomed the wet conditions as a demanding test of the slope. A guest drives FREELANDER 8 at Tuju Campground Comfort on the Road On the paved course, a guest from the United Kingdom described FREELANDER 8 as “far more comfortable than I had expected.” A guest from Qatar said experiencing the car in person felt different from hearing about its capabilities. The vehicle’s i-ATS Intelligent All-Terrain System offers nine terrain modes, while its All-Terrain Dual Lock System helps maintain traction. Dual-chamber air suspension with Continuously Controlled Damping supports ride comfort across changing surfaces. Intelligent Parking The programme also introduced SIVP, or Super Intelligent Valet Parking, for parking and vehicle recall through a smartphone app in supported scenarios. Availability is market-dependent and subject to system operating conditions; the driver remains responsible at all times. The guests’ responses highlighted how confidence on difficult terrain and comfort on ordinary roads both shape perceptions of the brand.
- October 31, 2026Business
AITO Officially Joins: Ionchi's Tripartite Joint Venture Structure Finalized and Brand Refresh Launched
IONCHI, the premium public supercharging operator jointly built by BMW, AITO and Mercedes-Benz, today launched its brand refresh: a new brand identity, the simultaneous release of IONCHI App 3.0, a tiered membership program and a loyalty rewards plan for existing users. The refresh marks a more open IONCHI, backed by a fuller range of user services, bringing a premium charging experience to EV drivers of every brand. On-site view of a refreshed station Brand Refresh: From a Two-Partner Luxury Joint Venture to a Three-Way Partnership IONCHI was founded in March 2024 as a 50:50 joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and BMW. On April 17, 2026, IONCHI announced that AITO would join. The transaction closed on September 29, with each of the three shareholders holding a 33.3% stake in IONCHI, establishing a three-way partnership of BMW, AITO and Mercedes-Benz. With its shareholder structure settled, IONCHI has also elevated its brand positioning - from a joint-venture brand of two luxury automakers to an open, premium supercharging brand built by three partners. The new brand identity is the visual expression of that positioning. A new logo is the outward sign of the upgrade; the real substance lies in the experience. Taking the refresh as its new starting point, IONCHI will keep turning its brand philosophy - “Supercharge at ease, glide with grace” - into an experience users can feel. Group photo of the three shareholders’ representatives and IONCHI management at the ceremony Technology and Service Upgrades IONCHI’s new-generation liquid-cooled supercharger delivers up to 800 kW of output and a maximum current of 800 A across a wide 200–1000 V voltage platform. Compatible with 99.9% of mainstream EV models on the market, it adds 400 km of range in just 10 minutes of charging. On the user side, IONCHI keeps making charging simpler and more comfortable, with a lightweight charging connector, plug-and-charge with seamless payment, low-noise operation and a fast-response customer service team available 24/7. Together, these technologies and services make up IONCHI’s seamless supercharging system, taking charging from merely usable to truly effortless. User Ecosystem Upgrade Alongside the brand refresh, IONCHI App 3.0 is now live, with a fully redesigned interface that is cleaner and simpler to use. The app’s role has changed too: no longer just a charging tool, it is now the gateway to IONCHI’s premium user ecosystem. Building on its existing points program, IONCHI has launched a tiered membership system with differentiated benefits spanning charging discounts and exclusive events. Users can check their membership tier and benefits in the IONCHI mini program. IONCHI has also launched a loyalty rewards plan, offering exclusive thank-you benefits to users who supported its charging service early on. From today until November 30, all users can buy a membership worth RMB 6.9 for just RMB 0.1 (one per person). Existing users can also redeem 50 points for an RMB 3 service fee coupon, now valid throughout November instead of only on weekends. All benefits can be viewed and claimed in the IONCHI mini program. An Open Network for Drivers of Every Brand As of October 2026, IONCHI’s network covers 40 cities in 22 provinces, with 619 supercharging stations and 3,404 charging points located in CBDs, core commercial districts and along major urban roads. By the end of 2027, IONCHI plans to have at least 1,000 supercharging stations with around 7,000 supercharging points. IONCHI’s supercharging network is open to all EV drivers. On top of that, BMW, AITO and Mercedes-Benz drivers enjoy exclusive brand benefits such as charging reservations, special discounts and priority power allocation. Panoramic view of a supercharging station (CBD / core commercial district) Executive Quotes Fang Shi, CEO of Beijing IONCHI New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., said: “From our founding by Mercedes-Benz and BMW to AITO’s arrival, IONCHI has completed its brand upgrade from a joint venture of two luxury automakers to a three-way partnership. The launch of our new logo and App 3.0 shows that we are opening up further to serve EV drivers of every brand. IONCHI will continue to deliver on its brand promise — ‘Supercharge at ease, glide with grace’ — through leading supercharging technology and a seamless user experience.” Clifford Kang, Director, Board of Directors & Vice President, SERES Group，said: “AITO will work with Mercedes-Benz and BMW, through interconnected and interoperable charging infrastructure, to help make IONCHI the new benchmark for premium supercharging networks in China and deliver a higher-quality charging experience to users. AITO also remains committed to open collaboration in the market, continually exploring opportunities to work together and offering a new model for the sustainable, high-quality development of the industry.” Looking Ahead IONCHI will continue to build high-quality supercharging infrastructure and extend its coverage, driven by technology and service alike, and will work with its partners to advance China’s electric mobility ecosystem. From core urban commercial districts to expressway corridors, and from charging hardware to digital services, IONCHI is bringing premium electric mobility within reach — one seamless, effortless charge at a time. About IONCHI IONCHI is a premium public supercharging network operator jointly established by BMW, AITO and Mercedes-Benz, focused on building and operating premium public supercharging networks. Guided by its core philosophy, “Supercharge at ease, glide with grace”, IONCHI is committed to delivering a fast, reliable and effortless premium charging experience through a leading public supercharging network, efficient and dependable high-power charging, and high-quality station operations and customer service.
- October 31, 2026Business
Grab Announces Updates To Its Board of Directors
Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: GRAB, the “Company” or “Grab”), today announced an update to its board of directors (the “Board”). Effective October 31, 2026, John Rogers will retire from the Board and its Audit Committee after serving a five-year term of office, and will serve as an advisor to ensure a smooth transition. Effective December 1, 2026, Sean Sullivan, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Acushnet Holdings Corp. (NYSE: GOLF), will join the Board and serve on its Audit Committee. “On behalf of the Board of Directors and our management team, I want to thank John for his dedicated service and invaluable contributions to Grab as an independent director and Chair of our Audit Committee,” said Anthony Tan, Group CEO and Co-founder of Grab. “During his tenure, John’s strategic guidance has been instrumental to our continued growth. We are grateful for his leadership and wish him the very best in his future endeavors. At the same time, we are delighted to welcome Sean to the Board and to the Audit Committee. Sean is a highly accomplished executive, bringing decades of deep financial and operational expertise from his tenure as Chief Financial Officer at prominent global consumer and media companies. His financial leadership and prior public company board experience will be a tremendous asset to Grab as we execute on our strategic priorities and continue to scale our business.” Sean Sullivan has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Acushnet Holdings Corp. (“Acushnet”) since June 2023. Before joining Acushnet, Mr. Sullivan served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of SiriusXM Holdings, Inc., from 2020 to 2023. Prior to that, Mr. Sullivan served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of AMC Networks, Inc. from 2011 to 2020, Chief Corporate Officer of RMH from 2010 to 2011, and Chief Financial Officer of HiT Entertainment from 2009 to 2010. From October 2016 to June 2023, Mr. Sullivan served as a member of Acushnet’s board of directors and the Chairman of its audit committee. Mr. Sullivan holds an M.B.A. from Columbia Business School and a B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Notre Dame. About Grab Grab is a leading superapp in Southeast Asia, operating across the deliveries, mobility and digital financial services sectors. Serving over 900 cities in eight Southeast Asian countries – Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam – Grab enables millions of people every day to order food or groceries, send packages, hail a ride or taxi, pay for online purchases or access services such as lending and insurance, all through a single app. We operate supermarkets in Malaysia under Jaya Grocer and Everrise, which enables us to bring the convenience of on-demand grocery delivery to more consumers in the country. As part of our financial services offerings, we also provide digital banking services through GXS Bank in Singapore, GXBank in Malaysia and Superbank in Indonesia. Grab was founded in 2012 with the mission to drive Southeast Asia forward by creating economic empowerment for everyone. Grab strives to serve a triple bottom line – we aim to simultaneously deliver financial performance for our shareholders and have a positive social impact, which includes economic empowerment for millions of people in the region, while mitigating our environmental footprint. We use our website as a means of disclosing material information about our company. Such disclosures will be included on our website in the “Investor Relations'' section or at investors.grab.com. Accordingly, investors should monitor such sections of our website, in addition to following our press releases, SEC filings, and public conference calls and webcasts. Information contained on, or that can be accessed through, our website does not constitute a part of this document and is not incorporated by reference herein. Forward-Looking Statements This document contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this document, including but not limited to, statements about Grab’s goals, targets, projections, outlooks, beliefs, expectations, strategy, plans, objectives of management for future operations of Grab, and growth opportunities, are forward-looking statements. Some of these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words, including “anticipate,” “expect,” “suggest,” “plan,” “believe,” “intend,” “estimate,” “target,” “project,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “may,” “will,” “forecast,” “annualized,” “annualized run-rate,” “on track” or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and forecasts and reflect the views, assumptions, expectations, and opinions of Grab, which involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and therefore should not be relied upon as being necessarily indicative of future results. A number of factors, including macro-economic, industry, business, regulatory and other risks, could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to: Grab’s ability to grow at the desired rate or scale and its ability to manage its growth; its ability to further develop its business, including new products and services; its ability to attract and retain partners and consumers; its ability to compete effectively in the intensely competitive and constantly changing market; its ability to continue to raise sufficient capital; its ability to reduce net losses and the use of partner and consumer incentives, and to achieve profitability; potential impact of the complex legal and regulatory environment on its business; its ability to protect and maintain its brand and reputation; general economic conditions, in particular as a result of currency exchange fluctuations and inflation; expected growth of markets in which Grab operates or may operate; and its ability to defend any legal or governmental proceedings instituted against it. In addition to the foregoing factors, you should also carefully consider the other risks and uncertainties described under “Item 3. Key Information – D. Risk Factors” and in other sections of Grab’s annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2025, as well as in other documents filed by Grab from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Grab does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise, except as required under applicable law. For more information, visit www.grab.com. For enquiries, please contact: Investors: [email protected] Media: [email protected]
- October 30, 2026Technology
Opensignal analysis reveals Holafly's network improvements deliver faster worldwide connections for travellers
What lower latency means for travellers: Latest Opensignal analysis reveals how Holafly’s network improvements deliver faster connections worldwide A traveller in Thailand opens a map to find their hotel, but the request their phone sends may travel thousands of kilometres before reaching the internet, adding unnecessary delays to a journey that happens in milliseconds and affecting how quickly the map loads or responds. This is an invisible part of mobile internet performance, but one that can make a difference to the experience of travelling abroad. Holafly has been working to shorten that journey through improvements to its network infrastructure. These efforts are now reflected in independent research by Opensignal, which reports a 29-millisecond reduction in median round-trip latency across 19 markets. In practical terms, this means less time waiting for data to travel between a device and the services it accesses, helping applications respond more quickly, whether travellers are checking directions, accessing bookings or making video calls. To achieve this, Holafly introduced regional internet breakout points in Madrid, Dallas and Singapore, allowing customers' data to reach the internet closer to where they are travelling instead of passing through distant network hubs. Think of it as taking a more direct route to the same destination: the less distance the data needs to cover, the sooner a response can arrive. This progress follows an earlier examination of travel eSIM performance by Ookla , which highlighted differences between providers that travellers would not necessarily notice when comparing plans. For Holafly, independent research does more than measure performance: it helps identify where the experience can be improved. The company has continued investing in its network infrastructure, and the latest Opensignal findings provide evidence of that progress. When we talk about fast mobile internet, download speed is often the first thing that comes to mind, but it is only part of what makes a connection feel fast. Latency also plays an important role: while download speed determines how quickly data can be transferred, latency measures how long it takes for a request to receive a response. A connection can offer fast downloads but still feel slow if data takes too long to travel back and forth, which explains why two eSIMs using the same network may deliver different response times. "At Holafly, we're obsessed with quality because peace of mind starts with knowing that your internet will work when you need it. Our commitment goes beyond providing coverage in more destinations: we want to deliver the best possible experience wherever our customers travel. That means continuously measuring, questioning and improving the technology behind our service, so travellers can focus on their journeys knowing we're taking care of the rest," said Chris Hills, VP of Carriers at Holafly . Key findings from Opensignal's analysis 29 milliseconds less latency: reduction in median round-trip latency across the 19 markets analysed. Three regional internet breakout points: Madrid, Dallas and Singapore, designed to shorten the routes mobile data takes before reaching the internet. More responsive mobile internet: Shorter data routes can reduce delays when accessing maps, websites, video calls and other services, without requiring changes to devices or settings. Findings and methodology are available in Opensignal's independent analysis .
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