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- Melamine foam manufacturer FoamTech adds EN 13501-1 Class B-s1, d0 fire rating as European interior specifications tightenWednesday 14 October, 2026 The Yiwu-based manufacturer also holds IATF 16949 and AS9100D, delivers rail interior material against EN 45545 project specifications, and has had its melamine foam carbon footprint verified to ISO 14067:2018 by TÜV SÜD. YIWU, Zhejiang, China — 14 October 2026 — FoamTech (Zhejiang) New Materials Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of melamine foam for thermal insulation, acoustic treatment and fire-rated interiors, today confirmed that its melamine foam carries the European construction fire classification EN 13501-1 Class B-s1, d0. EN 13501-1 is the reaction-to-fire classification standard applied to construction products across the European Union and the UK. The designation has three parts: B indicates a limited contribution to fire spread; s1 is the lowest smoke-production bracket; and d0 indicates no flaming droplets. The final element is frequently the one that narrows the field in enclosed interior applications, where a falling, burning droplet can spread fire below the point of ignition. The same class is expressed in the Chinese system, where the material is separately graded as GB 8624 B1 (B-s1, d0) for domestic projects. Melamine foam derives its fire performance from the nitrogen content of the melamine resin itself rather than from halogenated flame-retardant additives. That is a property of the material, not a coating, and it survives cutting and converting. “Our customers in Europe rarely ask for a single data-sheet number,” said Kiko Fan, Overseas Manager at FoamTech. “They ask which classification a product holds, who tested it, and whether the same result applies to the thickness and density they are actually specifying. So we publish the classification and the test method together, and we keep the underlying reports available to specifiers.” Three qualification streams on one set of lines Melamine foam for building interiors is only one of the release regimes FoamTech works under. The company holds IATF 16949, the quality management standard for automotive suppliers, and AS9100D, its aerospace counterpart, for its melamine foam production, alongside ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. In practice this means incoming-material control, batch traceability and release testing on the lines that produce standard insulation grades are governed by automotive and aerospace control plans. Material supplied for HVAC ductwork, chilled-water and process piping, or acoustic treatment inherits that release discipline. Rail interiors: supplied to project requirements Rail interior work follows a different route. Rather than claiming a blanket approval, FoamTech supplies against individual project specifications that call for compliance with EN 45545, the European fire-safety standard for railway vehicles. That includes interior applications on rolling stock built by CRRC, the Chinese rolling-stock manufacturer, where the hazard level is set by the vehicle programme rather than by the foam supplier. Material is tested and documented to the hazard level named in the customer's specification, and the supporting test evidence travels with the delivery documentation. Test documentation held Independent test evidence held by the company includes: UL 94 V-0 rated formulations; Carbon footprint verified Separately from fire performance, the carbon footprint of the company's melamine foam has been verified to ISO 14067:2018 by TÜV SÜD, the German testing and certification group. The verification covers data from October 2024 to September 2025 and was carried out to a reasonable-assurance level, with an unqualified statement of conformity. The verified figure is 86.18 kg CO2e per 2560 × 1300 × 430 mm block, from cradle to gate — that is, raw material and manufacturing stages. Standards work FoamTech is listed among the drafting units of Chinese national and industry standards for plastics and thermal insulation, including QB/T 8216-2026 (cleaning melamine foam), and participates in current revision work on test methods for foam combustion behaviour and water-vapour transmission in building materials. About FoamTech FoamTech (Zhejiang) New Materials Co., Ltd. is a melamine foam manufacturer registered in Yiwu, Zhejiang Province, China (legal entity registered 2020-12-29; group operations since 2014). The company produces melamine foam blocks, sheets, acoustic panels, thermal insulation, hydrophobic grades and cleaning sponges, and supplies converted and die-cut parts. It holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, IATF 16949 and AS9100D, has completed a BSCI social-compliance audit, operates a FAMA Authorized Facility in Yiwu, and has an annual melamine foam production capacity of 300,000 m³. Website: https://melaminefoamtech.com Media contact Kiko Fan, Overseas ManagerFoamTech (Zhejiang) New Materials Co., [email protected] | melaminefoamtech.com # # #
- Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026 concludes successfullyHong Kong, Oct 14, 2026 - Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026, co-organised by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) of the Hong Kong SAR Government, the Hong Kong Film Development Council (FDC) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully yesterday. Held from 10 to 13 October at the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) in Busan, South Korea, Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026 featured a series of activities, including the Hong Kong Pavilion, Hong Kong Night and more. The campaign promoted the development of Hong Kong's film industry, served as a bridge between Hong Kong filmmakers and overseas industry players and buyers, fostered collaboration opportunities and highlighted Hong Kong's role as an international hub for East-meets-West cultural and artistic exchange as well as a regional IP trading centre. The Hong Kong Pavilion hosted a happy hour reception, bringing together film industry professionals from around the world to connect and exchange insights. Anna Cheung, Associate Executive Director of HKTDC, said: "As an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange, Hong Kong has long been committed to fostering cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration. The HKTDC is delighted to once again join hands with the CCIDA and FDC to present Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026. Through this campaign, we aim to showcase and promote Hong Kong's cinematic creations in the international market, strengthen exchanges between Hong Kong and the global film industry, and create more opportunities for international co-productions and collaborations." Showcasing creative diversity and advancing Hong Kong cinema This year, several Hong Kong film production and distribution companies actively participated in the exhibition at the Hong Kong Pavilion, including Blast Films International Limited, Cappu Films Limited, First Step Movie Distribution Studio, Just Distribution Company Limited, October Pictures Limited, and Xiaowu Brothers (Hong Kong) Limited. Other Hong Kong film companies, including Edko Films Limited, Emperor Motion Pictures, Golden Network Asia Limited, Golden Scene Company Limited, and One Cool Pictures, also engaged with international buyers and investors to explore collaboration opportunities. The Pavilion also showcased several Hong Kong films selected for the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). These included Dead End, distributed by One Cool Group and selected for the Vision-Asia section of BIFF, where it had its premiere. The film also won the Higher Education Institution Group of the 7th First Feature Film Initiative, funded by the Film Development Fund. Also featured was Cold War 1994, produced by Edko Films Ltd., which was selected for the Special Screenings & Carte Blanche section. Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Drew Lai remarked that CCIDA is dedicated to boosting film productions and nurturing talents for the film industry through various funding schemes under the Film Development Fund (FDF). In addition, CCIDA will set up a dedicated Support Unit for Non-local Film Productions, making it easy and convenient for overseas crews to film in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Night fosters global industry exchange and collaboration Hong Kong Night was held on 9 October at the Paradise Hotel Busan, serving as the curtain-raiser for Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026 and showcasing the creative strengths of Hong Kong's film industry to the international community. The event attracted more than 750 industry professionals from Hong Kong and around the world, fostering cross-border business networking and industry exchange. Members of the Hong Kong delegation attending Hong Kong Night included Isabella Lam, director of Dead End, and cast members Maggie Shiu, Hedwig Tam and Lokman Yeung. Key film industry players attended Hong Kong Night, including Dead End director Isabella Lam and cast members Maggie Shiu, Hedwig Tam, and Lokman Yeung as well as artists Fala Chen, Nacy Sit and Jonathan Wong. Other delegation members included film producers Johnny Wang, Lau Kok Rui, Trevor Choi, Kelvin Shum and Whitney Yiu as well as director So Chak Long. Delegation members also participated in the Producer Hub programme, where they met producers and production companies from around the world, explored opportunities for cross-border collaboration and further strengthened ties between Hong Kong's film industry and the international filmmaking community. Hong Kong producers engaged with international industry professionals at the Producer Hub. Among them, director So Chak Long was selected for the Asian Project Market (APM) with his work Whisper of the Silence. During APM, he took part in a series of one-on-one business matching meetings with international investors and industry professionals to pursue opportunities for international co-productions and collaboration. Producer Kelvin Shum said: "Through the Producer Hub, we have the opportunity to not only present our projects, but also to connect with filmmakers from Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand and other markets. This enables us to better understand the industry's latest developments, market demand and unique filmmaking processes of different countries. It is a truly rewarding and invaluable experience." Exploring screen adaptation and development opportunities for Hong Kong IPs This year, CCIDA selected and organised, for the first time, four outstanding original works from Hong Kong outside the film category to participate in the Busan Story Market (BSM). The selected projects comprised three animated works: Blacky the Metal Arm Cat, Cirkillation and Tai Lung Fung – Full Throttle Kitchen as well as the comic title Disposable Dolly. Local original content IP owners participated in the Busan Story Market to engage in IP rights trading, financing and cross-media collaboration. The BSM is a dedicated marketplace for IP transactions involving high-quality original content from around the world, including animation, comics, novels and screenplays. The platform facilitates film and television rights trading. It connects overseas producers, investors and distributors with content creators to explore collaboration opportunities, while promoting adaptation and development projects for international markets. Representative of Blacky the Metal Arm Cat said: "As a local Hong Kong IP, we spend most of our time creating in the studio, making it challenging to reach out to industry professionals worldwide. BSM has allowed us to connect with producers, investors and potential partners from different countries, which is crucial to facilitate Hong Kong Ips' expansion into overseas markets and their continuous development." Photo download: https://bit.ly/4ykeaPO Media enquiries HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department: Johnny Tsui Tel: (852) 2584 4395 Email: [email protected] About HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on @hktdc and LinkedIn About CCIDA The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. CCIDA's strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia's creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. About HKFDC In his Policy Address in October 2006, the Chief Executive announced that the then Secretary for Commerce, Industry and Technology will co-ordinate the film-related policy, planning and activities, including manpower training, Mainland and overseas promotion, and filming support. From 1 July 2022 onwards, the relevant work is co-ordinated by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism. In order to support the Secretary and to ensure the policy is in line with the sustainable development of the film industry, the Government established the Hong Kong Film Development Council (HKFDC) on 15 April 2007. The Film Development Fund (FDF) was first set up by the Government in 1999 to support projects conducive to the long-term development of the film industry in Hong Kong. Since 2005, the Government has injected a total of about $2.9 billion into the FDF to support Hong Kong film industry along four strategic directions, namely nurturing talent, enhancing local production, expanding markets and building audience.
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- AN EXPERIENCE THAT WILL STAY WITH ME’: AJINKYA RAHANE RELIVES EXPERIENCE OF PLAYING CRICKET WITH PRINCE WILLIAM IN LONDONFormer India Test captain Ajinkya Rahane joined a distinguished gathering of cricketing legends and members of royalty in London for a unique celebration bringing together the spirit of cricket and the cause of environmental sustainability. Invited by HRH Prince William, Rahane, who recently called time on an illustrious career, participated in a friendly tennis-ball cricket […]
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- Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026 concludes successfullyHong Kong, Oct 14, 2026 - Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026, co-organised by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) of the Hong Kong SAR Government, the Hong Kong Film Development Council (FDC) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully yesterday. Held from 10 to 13 October at the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) in Busan, South Korea, Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026 featured a series of activities, including the Hong Kong Pavilion, Hong Kong Night and more. The campaign promoted the development of Hong Kong's film industry, served as a bridge between Hong Kong filmmakers and overseas industry players and buyers, fostered collaboration opportunities and highlighted Hong Kong's role as an international hub for East-meets-West cultural and artistic exchange as well as a regional IP trading centre. The Hong Kong Pavilion hosted a happy hour reception, bringing together film industry professionals from around the world to connect and exchange insights. Anna Cheung, Associate Executive Director of HKTDC, said: "As an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange, Hong Kong has long been committed to fostering cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration. The HKTDC is delighted to once again join hands with the CCIDA and FDC to present Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026. Through this campaign, we aim to showcase and promote Hong Kong's cinematic creations in the international market, strengthen exchanges between Hong Kong and the global film industry, and create more opportunities for international co-productions and collaborations." Showcasing creative diversity and advancing Hong Kong cinema This year, several Hong Kong film production and distribution companies actively participated in the exhibition at the Hong Kong Pavilion, including Blast Films International Limited, Cappu Films Limited, First Step Movie Distribution Studio, Just Distribution Company Limited, October Pictures Limited, and Xiaowu Brothers (Hong Kong) Limited. Other Hong Kong film companies, including Edko Films Limited, Emperor Motion Pictures, Golden Network Asia Limited, Golden Scene Company Limited, and One Cool Pictures, also engaged with international buyers and investors to explore collaboration opportunities. The Pavilion also showcased several Hong Kong films selected for the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). These included Dead End, distributed by One Cool Group and selected for the Vision-Asia section of BIFF, where it had its premiere. The film also won the Higher Education Institution Group of the 7th First Feature Film Initiative, funded by the Film Development Fund. Also featured was Cold War 1994, produced by Edko Films Ltd., which was selected for the Special Screenings & Carte Blanche section. Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries Drew Lai remarked that CCIDA is dedicated to boosting film productions and nurturing talents for the film industry through various funding schemes under the Film Development Fund (FDF). In addition, CCIDA will set up a dedicated Support Unit for Non-local Film Productions, making it easy and convenient for overseas crews to film in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Night fosters global industry exchange and collaboration Hong Kong Night was held on 9 October at the Paradise Hotel Busan, serving as the curtain-raiser for Hong Kong Cinema @ BUSAN 2026 and showcasing the creative strengths of Hong Kong's film industry to the international community. The event attracted more than 750 industry professionals from Hong Kong and around the world, fostering cross-border business networking and industry exchange. Members of the Hong Kong delegation attending Hong Kong Night included Isabella Lam, director of Dead End, and cast members Maggie Shiu, Hedwig Tam and Lokman Yeung. Key film industry players attended Hong Kong Night, including Dead End director Isabella Lam and cast members Maggie Shiu, Hedwig Tam, and Lokman Yeung as well as artists Fala Chen, Nacy Sit and Jonathan Wong. Other delegation members included film producers Johnny Wang, Lau Kok Rui, Trevor Choi, Kelvin Shum and Whitney Yiu as well as director So Chak Long. Delegation members also participated in the Producer Hub programme, where they met producers and production companies from around the world, explored opportunities for cross-border collaboration and further strengthened ties between Hong Kong's film industry and the international filmmaking community. Hong Kong producers engaged with international industry professionals at the Producer Hub. Among them, director So Chak Long was selected for the Asian Project Market (APM) with his work Whisper of the Silence. During APM, he took part in a series of one-on-one business matching meetings with international investors and industry professionals to pursue opportunities for international co-productions and collaboration. Producer Kelvin Shum said: "Through the Producer Hub, we have the opportunity to not only present our projects, but also to connect with filmmakers from Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand and other markets. This enables us to better understand the industry's latest developments, market demand and unique filmmaking processes of different countries. It is a truly rewarding and invaluable experience." Exploring screen adaptation and development opportunities for Hong Kong IPs This year, CCIDA selected and organised, for the first time, four outstanding original works from Hong Kong outside the film category to participate in the Busan Story Market (BSM). The selected projects comprised three animated works: Blacky the Metal Arm Cat, Cirkillation and Tai Lung Fung – Full Throttle Kitchen as well as the comic title Disposable Dolly. Local original content IP owners participated in the Busan Story Market to engage in IP rights trading, financing and cross-media collaboration. The BSM is a dedicated marketplace for IP transactions involving high-quality original content from around the world, including animation, comics, novels and screenplays. The platform facilitates film and television rights trading. It connects overseas producers, investors and distributors with content creators to explore collaboration opportunities, while promoting adaptation and development projects for international markets. Representative of Blacky the Metal Arm Cat said: "As a local Hong Kong IP, we spend most of our time creating in the studio, making it challenging to reach out to industry professionals worldwide. BSM has allowed us to connect with producers, investors and potential partners from different countries, which is crucial to facilitate Hong Kong Ips' expansion into overseas markets and their continuous development." Photo download: https://bit.ly/4ykeaPO Media enquiries HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department: Johnny Tsui Tel: (852) 2584 4395 Email: [email protected] About HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on @hktdc and LinkedIn About CCIDA The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. CCIDA's strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia's creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. About HKFDC In his Policy Address in October 2006, the Chief Executive announced that the then Secretary for Commerce, Industry and Technology will co-ordinate the film-related policy, planning and activities, including manpower training, Mainland and overseas promotion, and filming support. From 1 July 2022 onwards, the relevant work is co-ordinated by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism. In order to support the Secretary and to ensure the policy is in line with the sustainable development of the film industry, the Government established the Hong Kong Film Development Council (HKFDC) on 15 April 2007. The Film Development Fund (FDF) was first set up by the Government in 1999 to support projects conducive to the long-term development of the film industry in Hong Kong. Since 2005, the Government has injected a total of about $2.9 billion into the FDF to support Hong Kong film industry along four strategic directions, namely nurturing talent, enhancing local production, expanding markets and building audience.
- GP Energy Tech, a subsidiary of Gold Peak, showcases Nickel-Zinc battery technology at Hong Kong Electronics FairHong Kong, Oct 14, 2026 - As artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services grow rapidly, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems are becoming increasingly important in keeping data centers running reliably. GP Energy Tech Limited (“GP Energy Tech” or the “Company”), a subsidiary of Gold Peak Technology Group Limited (“Gold Peak”) (SEHK: 40), is showcasing its Nickel-Zinc (NiZn) battery system at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center from October 13 to 16. With Manufacturing Twins and Speed to Scale at the core of its approach, the Company is advancing the development and scalable supply of backup power solutions for AI and cloud data centers, as well as other critical infrastructure. As part of its product development efforts, the Company is embracing the promising application of NiZn batteries in UPS systems and battery backup units (BBUs) and is also exploring opportunities to provide backup power for emerging 800-volt direct current (800 VDC) architectures. Speed to Scale: accelerating commercialization through smart manufacturing Drawing on Gold Peak's more than 60 years of experience in battery design, manufacturing and sales, GP Energy Tech is leveraging the Group's expertise in electro-chemistry and high-volume Nickel-based battery manufacturing to advance its NiZn battery systems. Through smart automation and replicable production processes, the Company is accelerating the transition from technology development to commercial application. While maintaining consistent quality and reliable delivery, it flexibly expands manufacturing capacity in line with customer demand, supporting the delivery of NiZn battery solutions at scale to meet growing demand for next-generation backup power. Alan Lo, Executive Vice Chairman of GP Energy Tech said: “The value of NiZn technology lies in its ability to meet the industry’s requirements for safety, power and sustainability simultaneously. By combining this technology with Gold Peak’s more than 60 years of manufacturing experience, smart automation and Manufacturing Twins strategy, we are building scalable supply capacity. This is what sets GP Energy Tech apart. The rapid growth of AI and cloud services is creating new requirements for backup power in data centers and other critical infrastructure. We believe solutions that combine safety, high-power density and recyclability will play an important role in data centers. We look forward to working with customers and partners worldwide to advance the adoption of NiZn battery technology in these applications.” Alan Lo (left), Executive Vice Chairman of GP Energy Tech, and Brian Li (right), Vice Chairman and Executive Vice President of Gold Peak, introduce the NiZn battery technology to visitors and explain how it can meet the evolving backup power needs of AI and cloud data centers. Kevin Choi (left), Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR Government, visits the GP Energy Tech booth to learn about the company’s NiZn battery technology for backup power applications across the entire AI value chain and in cloud data centers. Sophia Chong (left), Executive Director of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), joins GP Energy Tech’s management team for discussion on the development of the innovation and technology industry. Combining safety, high-power density and sustainability Combining non-flammable chemistry, high-power density, a compact footprint, and over 90% recyclability, GP Energy Tech’s NiZn battery solution is designed primarily for AI and cloud data centers and is also suitable for other critical infrastructure. It offers operators a backup power option for use with UPS systems. Its water-based, non-flammable electrolyte avoids thermal runaway risk in high-density computing environments, while its high-power density supports more efficient use of space, requiring 74% less floor space per MW than lead-acid systems. Its recyclability also supports resource circularity, enabling operators to balance performance and sustainability when deploying backup power. From cell to cabinet: supporting flexible deployment GP Energy Tech’s NiZn battery solution features a modular design built around cells in cylindrical Sub-C format. Each pack contains 128 cells, with nine packs forming a module and ten modules integrated into a cabinet containing 11,520 cells. This architecture allows customers to deploy the solution flexibly according to their UPS system configurations, meeting the backup power requirements of different applications. Exploring applications in UPS systems, BBUs, and emerging 800 VDC architectures To address the power requirements of different applications, GP Energy Tech is further assessing NiZn battery solutions for UPS systems and BBUs, considering power density, system footprint and backup runtime to inform its product development direction. The Company is also actively exploring battery backup opportunities in emerging 800 VDC power architectures as the power infrastructure needs of AI and cloud data centers evolve. Suitability will be further assessed through system-level testing and validation. Advancing commercialization through Manufacturing Twins strategy and industry collaboration GP Energy Tech’s Manufacturing Twins strategy brings together manufacturing facilities in China and Malaysia to enhance flexibility in capacity allocation and strengthen supply resilience, providing reliable supply support for customers in different markets. The Company’s first NiZn manufacturing facility in Dongguan, China, commenced operations in January 2026 and entered full mass production in mid-June. The first commercial order was delivered in August 2026. The Malaysian facility, part of the Manufacturing Twins strategy, is targeted to open in the third quarter of 2027. The production lines use fully automated, lights-out smart manufacturing integrated with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), ensuring consistent quality for every cell produced and full traceability throughout production. Drawing on the Group’s technical and manufacturing expertise, GP Energy Tech focuses its R&D and industry collaboration on Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. The Company leverages Hong Kong’s international exhibition platforms and business networks to connect with overseas customers and partners. In response to application needs across different markets and customers’ system configuration and deployment requirements, the Company is advancing the validation and commercialization of its NiZn battery solutions and gradually expanding into the backup power market for AI and cloud data centers, as well as other critical infrastructure. GP Energy Tech showcases its modular NiZn battery solution at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), offering flexible configurations to meet various backup power requirements. Gold Peak Technology Group Limited Charlotte Wong Senior Manager, Corporate Communications Tel: (852) 2485 5328 Email: [email protected] AJA Capital Limited Avy Yu / Janet Louie Tel: (852) 9500 4443 / (852) 9155 5615 Email: [email protected] / [email protected] About Gold Peak Gold Peak Technology Group is a global battery and electronics company with an aspiration to become one of the leaders in providing energy and sound solutions that enlighten and empower lives, and with sustainability as a focus. The parent company, Gold Peak Technology Group Limited (SEHK: 40), was established in 1964 and has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 1984. Gold Peak holds a majority stake at 86.18%* in the Singapore-listed GP Industries Limited as its major industrial investment vehicle and operates manufacturing, R&D, marketing and distribution operations in more than 10 countries around the world. Gold Peak Technology Group Limited not only develops its consumer batteries, electronics and audio products, but also puts great emphasis on R&D of new Nickel-Zinc (NiZn) rechargeable battery and B2B battery technologies. The Group has built renowned brand names for its major product categories, including GP batteries, GP Recyko batteries, KEF premium audio products and Celestion professional speaker drivers. www.goldpeak.com ( * shareholding % as at 14 October 2026)
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