CHICAGO, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced that its FX futures and options reached a new open interest record of 4,410,167 contracts on September 4, 2026, surpassing the previous record of 4,269,622 contracts on June 11, 2026.

The number of large open interest holders in FX futures reached an all-time high of 1,446 (as noted by the CFTC's August 25 Commitment of Traders report). Asset managers for the first time exceeded $200 billion in FX futures notional open interest.

"The record participation we're seeing underscores growing buy-side demand for the capital efficiencies, transparency and central clearing that futures provide," said Paul Houston, Global Head of FX Products at CME Group. "From major currencies to emerging markets, clients are increasingly using our FX futures and options to manage risk across a broader range of currency pairs than ever before."

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Automotive ECU Market is projected to grow from USD 113.27 billion in 2026 to USD 160.59 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 5.1%.

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Automotive ECU Market Size & Forecast:

- Market Size Available for Years: 2022–2033

- 2026 Market Size: USD 113.27 Billion

- 2033 Projected Market Size: USD 160.59 Billion

- CAGR (2026–2033): 5.1%

Automotive ECU Market Trends & Insights:

- 32-bit capacity ECU to hold the largest market share in the automotive ECU market during the forecast period.

- Infotainment and communication system to hold the largest share in the automotive ECU market during the forecast period

- North America is estimated to hold a significant share of the automotive ECU market during the forecast period

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The automotive ECU market is being driven by the shift toward zonal and centralized E/E architectures, which require higher-performance controllers to manage multiple vehicle functions. Growing ADAS integration and sensor-fusion requirements are increasing demand for ECUs with greater processing capability, functional safety, and low-latency control. The transition toward software-defined vehicles is also raising ECU content through OTA updates, service-oriented software, and reusable computing platforms. At the same time, increasing vehicle electrification is expanding demand for dedicated powertrain, battery management, thermal management, and charging-control ECUs. The adoption of Automotive Ethernet and high-speed in-vehicle networks is further increasing the technical value of gateway and zonal controllers. AI-enabled vehicle functions and generative-AI-based cockpit and ADAS applications are expected to further increase demand for high-performance edge computing and AI-capable automotive processors. Growing cybersecurity, functional-safety, and regulatory requirements are also driving the integration of secure processing, hardware security modules, redundancy, and fail-operational capabilities into ECUs.

32-bit capacity ECU to hold the largest market share in the automotive ECU market during the forecast period.

ECUs with 32-bit capacity are expected to hold the largest share as they provide the processing capability required across a broad mix of control functions, including body control, braking, steering, powertrain, BMS, motor control, transmission, telematics, infotainment, and digital cockpit applications, while retaining the cost and real-time characteristics required for high-volume vehicle platforms. Demand is increasing as OEMs consolidate functions into integrated controllers, requiring higher CPU performance, larger memory, faster networking, and stronger functional-safety and cybersecurity capabilities without moving every control function to expensive high-performance SoCs. For instance, in March 2026, Renesas introduced the 28 nm 32-bit RH850/U2C, targeting chassis and safety systems, BMS, body control, lighting, motor control, and other ASIL-D applications, with improved connectivity, security, and lower power consumption. Infineon also expanded its 32-bit AURIX TC3x family in March 2026 with a 400 MHz option, allowing powertrain, chassis, zone, and domain ECUs to accommodate higher software complexity without changing the underlying ECU platform. This combination of wider application coverage, platform reuse, real-time control, and increasing compute and networking requirements is strengthening the role of 32-bit ECUs as the core processing layer between conventional low-end controllers and high-performance centralized vehicle computers.

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Infotainment and communication system to hold the largest share in the automotive ECU market during the forecast period.

Infotainment and communication systems are expected to hold the largest share in the automotive ECU market during the forecast period as OEMs shift cockpit electronics from dedicated infotainment controllers to high-performance, software-defined platforms integrating AI, connectivity, navigation, applications, and vehicle functions. The rising use of AI-enabled voice interfaces, app ecosystems, continuous OTA updates, and cloud-connected services is increasing the compute and software content of infotainment ECUs, while the need to process high-bandwidth data from cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, UWB, GNSS, and vehicle networks is pushing OEMs toward more integrated communication architectures. For instance, in April 2026, Hyundai Motor Group introduced Pleos Connect, combining AI-based Gleo, navigation, an open app ecosystem, and continuous OTA updates, with a target deployment of approximately 20 million vehicles by 2030. Further, in May 2026, GM introduced its integrated Connectivity Hub Module (CHM), consolidating cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE, UWB, and GNSS connectivity while supporting high-bandwidth infotainment and OTA functions, indicating a move away from conventional TCU architectures. These developments are driving the segment toward centralized cockpit compute, integrated connectivity modules, AI acceleration, and software-upgradable architectures, increasing the value of infotainment and communication ECUs relative to conventional function-specific controllers.

North America is estimated to hold a significant share of the automotive ECU market during the forecast period.

North America is estimated to hold a significant share of the automotive ECU market during the forecast period. The region is seeing a structural shift toward centralized and zonal E/E architectures, with major OEMs redesigning ECU configurations to support higher computing loads, faster networking, and software-defined functions. For instance, in April 2026, Ford Motor Company (US) highlighted its Universal EV platform's fully zonal architecture, which consolidates vehicle functions into fewer modules and uses higher-speed Ethernet for distributed edge computing. In May 2026, General Motors (US) also introduced its integrated Connectivity Hub Module (CHM), which combines multiple wireless interfaces and connectivity electronics to support its next-generation software-defined architecture and reduce wiring complexity. GM is also developing a centralized computing platform scheduled for 2028 that consolidates dozens of ECUs and connects propulsion, steering, braking, safety, and infotainment through a high-speed Ethernet backbone across both ICE and electric vehicles. Similarly, increasing deployment of ADAS and automated-driving functions is raising demand for high-performance ECUs capable of real-time sensor processing, vehicle control, and OTA software updates. The US regulatory push for mandatory advanced safety functions is expected to further support ECU demand, with NHTSA's FMVSS 127 requiring automatic emergency braking and pedestrian AEB on new light vehicles from September 2029, encouraging wider deployment of sensor-based electronic control systems. These developments are shifting regional ECU demand from conventional function-specific controllers toward higher-value central compute, zonal controllers, gateways, and integrated connectivity platforms.

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Top Companies in Automotive ECU Market:

The Top Companies in Automotive ECU Market are Robert Bosch GmbH (Germany), Denso Corporation (Japan), ZF Friedrichshafen AG (Germany), Aptiv (Ireland), and Aumovio SE (Germany).

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Carles Puyol, légende du FC Barcelone, rejoint Midea à l'IFA 2026

BERLIN, 7 septembre 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Carles Puyol, légende du FC Barcelone, a fait une apparition sur le stand de Midea à l'IFA 2026, marquant ainsi un moment fort de cette collaboration de cinq ans entre Midea et le FC Barcelone auprès du grand public européen. L'ancien capitaine a évoqué le leadership et l'excellence, s'est joint à Lewis Fu, président de Midea International, pour remettre un maillot personnalisé du FC Barcelone, puis a visité la zone dédiée au partenariat entre Midea SMART MASTER et le FC Barcelone.

Au cours de cette conversation, Puyol a rappelé avoir remis le brassard de capitaine à Éric Abidal et l'avoir invité à soulever le trophée de la Ligue des Champions de l'UEFA 2011. Pour Puyol, le leadership consiste à valoriser les autres, à montrer l'exemple et à maintenir un niveau d'exigence élevé jusqu'au coup de sifflet final.

« Une performance d'envergure mondiale ne repose jamais uniquement sur le talent individuel. Cela vient du travail acharné, de l'amélioration constante et de la confiance que l'on accorde à ceux qui nous entourent », déclare Carles Puyol. « Ces valeurs sont profondément ancrées au FC Barcelone, et je constate chez Midea le même attachement à l'excellence. Je suis fier de contribuer à les rapprocher grâce à ce partenariat. »

« Midea et le FC Barcelone partagent le même engagement envers l'excellence », déclare Lewis Fu. « Nous appliquons cette même discipline et cette même volonté d'amélioration continue à la technologie pour simplifier la vie quotidienne. » « La présence de Carles Puyol à l'IFA donne vie à ces valeurs communes et à notre partenariat de cinq ans.

Dans la zone SMART MASTER de Midea, Puyol a découvert des expériences de maison connectée rendues possibles par Comfort Agent et Health Agent, donnant ainsi vie au concept « A Home That Understands ». Avant de partir, un robot de service lui a apporté du pop-corn. Puyol a ensuite relevé le défi de football « Shoot Like a Star » dans la zone du FC Barcelone.

Midea et le FC Barcelone en sont désormais à la première saison de leur partenariat de cinq ans, qui a débuté le 1er juillet 2026. En tant que partenaire principal du club et partenaire officiel dans le domaine de l'électroménager, le logo de Midea figure sur les manches des maillots de match et d'entraînement.

Lors de l'IFA 2026, la visite de Puyol a permis de rapprocher ce partenariat des fans, tout en illustrant l'objectif de Midea : rendre les technologies de pointe plus accessibles au quotidien.

À propos de Midea et de Midea Group

Midea est l'une des dix marques de l'activité Smart Home de Midea Group.

Fondé en 1968, Midea Group est une entreprise technologique de premier plan à l'échelle mondiale et l'un des plus grands fabricants d'appareils électroménagers au monde. En tant qu'entreprise figurant au classement Fortune Global 500, elle occupait la 231ᵉ place en 2026. Le groupe exerce ses activités dans sept secteurs d'activité : Smart Home, Industrial Technologies, Building Technologies, KUKA, New Energy, Midea Healthcare et ANNTO Logistics.

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CIMAMotor2026 to Set New Records with 1,000+ Exhibitors and 100+ Motorcycle Brands

CHONGQING, China, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 24th China International Motorcycle Trade Exhibition (CIMAMotor 2026) will take place from September 19–22, 2026, at the Chongqing International Expo Center, bringing together more than 1,000 exhibitors, 100+ global motorcycle and electric two-wheeler brands, and over 3,000 vehicles.

With an exhibition area exceeding 170,000 square meters, CIMAMotor 2026 will be the largest edition in the exhibition's history, strengthening its role as a key platform for discovering China's motorcycle manufacturing capabilities, new products and global sourcing opportunities.

Meet Leading Motorcycle Brands and Explore China's Full Supply Chain

For international buyers, CIMAMotor offers direct access to China's rapidly evolving motorcycle industry—from complete motorcycles and electric two-wheelers to components, batteries, intelligent systems, riding gear and aftermarket products.

Exhibitors from China, the US, Italy, Germany, France, Japan, the UK, Spain, South Korea, Pakistan and many other regions will showcase a full range of products across the complete motorcycle industrial value chain. Highlighted exhibitor brands cover ZXMOTO, VOGE, Schaeffler, Choho and Astemo, plus dozens of other leading industry manufacturers. A new general machinery zone will also debut at the 2026 exhibition.

The exhibition will feature both gasoline and electric two-wheelers, covering a wide range of applications including daily commuting, high-performance riding, off-road use and commercial delivery.

New products and technologies will highlight several major industry trends, including premiumization, electrification, intelligent mobility and personalization. Advanced technologies such as intelligent riding systems, vehicle domain controllers, AI-based safety systems and next-generation powertrain solutions will also be showcased.

A Sourcing Gateway to China's Motorcycle Industry

CIMAMotor is strengthening its role as an international sourcing and business platform, connecting Chinese manufacturers with global buyers and creating new opportunities for cross-border cooperation.

A key highlight of the 2026 edition will be the Global Motorcycle Supply Chain & Trade Matchmaking program. Hundreds of professional buyers from major motorcycle markets and high-potential destinations—including Mexico, Argentina, the Philippines, Colombia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Brazil, the United States, Malaysia, France, Poland, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan, Thailand, Singapore, India, Vietnam and Russia—will be invited to connect directly with Chinese manufacturers.

Buyers from more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa have already registered, with sourcing needs covering complete motorcycles, spare parts, riding gear and intelligent electric mobility solutions. One-on-one business matching sessions will provide an efficient way for international buyers to identify suppliers, explore partnerships and develop new sourcing opportunities in China.

China's Motorcycle Leaders on What's Next

As Chinese motorcycle manufacturers accelerate their international expansion, CIMAMotor is also becoming an important meeting point for companies looking to understand the next stage of China's motorcycle industry.

The 2026 China Motorcycle Chongqing Forum, held concurrently with CIMAMotor on September 19, will bring together motorcycle manufacturers, suppliers, researchers and industry experts to discuss global motorcycle market trends, new opportunities for Chinese brands, internationalization strategies, technological innovation and emerging consumer and usage scenarios.

For international industry professionals, the forum provides an opportunity to gain first-hand insight into how Chinese motorcycle companies are evolving—from product development and manufacturing to global market expansion.

Experience Motorcycle Culture in Chongqing

Beyond the exhibition floor, CIMAMotor 2026 will turn Chongqing into a city-wide celebration of motorcycle culture, with 50+ motorcycle-themed activities, an 80,000-square-meter outdoor experience area, test rides, riding challenges, stunt shows, custom motorcycle displays and lifestyle events. The CIMA Motorcycle Town and CIMAMotor Carnival Night will offer opportunities to connect with the local motorcycle community, while curated riding routes and city-wide motorcycle culture activities will allow international visitors to experience Chongqing as "China's Motorcycle Capital."

Join CIMAMotor 2026

From September 19-22, 2026, the global motorcycle industry will meet in Chongqing.

Whether you are looking for new motorcycle brands, manufacturing partners, components, electric mobility solutions or opportunities to expand into the Chinese market, CIMAMotor 2026 provides a direct gateway to China's motorcycle industry.

Planning to source from China? Meet leading manufacturers and explore new business opportunities at CIMAMotor 2026.

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Thermoplastic Polyimide Market projected to grow from USD 0.56 billion in 2026 to USD 0.86 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period.

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Thermoplastic Polyimide Market Size & Forecast:

- Market Size Available for Years: 2022-2032

- 2026 Market Size: 0.56 billion

- 2032 Projected Market Size: 0.86 billion

- CAGR (2026-2032): 7.4%

Thermoplastic Polyimide Market Trends & Insights:

- The industry is driven by the increasing growth of data creation and cloud computing. With more businesses being set up on cloud services and newer technologies like AI and big data, the processing load and heat generation of data centers increase, and they need proper cooling to operate at their best.

- Asia Pacific accounted for the largest share of the global thermoplastic polyimide market in 2025, at 35%, and is projected to register a CAGR of 8.3% between 2026 and 2032.

- By product type, the unfilled thermoplastic polyimide segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period.

- By form, the resin segment is projected to reach the largest market size by 2032, registering a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period.

- By end-use industry, the electrical and electronics segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3% through 2032.

- By processing technique, the injection molding segment is projected to have the largest market share.

- Mitsui Chemicals, SABIC, and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. were identified as some of the star players in the thermoplastic polyimide market (global), given their strong market share and product footprint.

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The industry is driven by the increasing demand for lightweight, high-temperature materials in aerospace and defense applications. As demand grows for lightweight, high-temperature materials in aerospace and defense applications, thermoplastic polyimide is gaining adoption in components exposed to demanding thermal and mechanical conditions. Growing automotive and industrial applications are also increasing the need for materials that provide high-temperature performance, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, and wear resistance while enabling efficient processing.

The electrical & electronics segment, by end-use industry, is projected to hold the largest share in the thermoplastic polyimide market.

The electrical & electronics segment is projected to hold the largest share of the thermoplastic polyimide industry. Demand is supported by the increasing need for high-temperature, dimensionally stable, and electrically reliable materials. Thermoplastic polyimide is used in applications such as connectors, sockets, wire and cable components, optical components, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and other precision electronic components. The growing complexity and performance requirements of electronic and electrical components are further driving the adoption of thermoplastic polyimide in applications exposed to demanding thermal and mechanical conditions. As the electrical and electronics industry continues to expand, demand for high-performance thermoplastic polyimide materials is expected to remain strong.

Resin, by form, is expected to account for the largest market share.

The resin segment, by form, is projected to account for the largest share of the thermoplastic polyimide market. This dominance is supported by the broad use of thermoplastic polyimide resin in injection molding and extrusion to produce complex and high-precision components. The material's high-temperature performance, dimensional stability, mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and wear properties support applications across automotive, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense, and electrical and electronics industries. Thermoplastic polyimide resin is used in components such as bearings, seal rings, thrust washers, oil seals, impellers, wire coatings, films, and precision electronic components. Its ability to maintain performance under elevated temperatures while enabling efficient thermoplastic processing is expected to support continued demand for resin-form thermoplastic polyimide during the forecast period.

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Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing region in the thermoplastic polyimide market.

Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing region in the thermoplastic polyimide market, supported by expanding electrical and electronics, automotive, and advanced manufacturing activities across the region. Increasing investments in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing, automotive production, and high-value industrial applications are strengthening demand for high-performance materials. The region also has an established presence of thermoplastic polyimide suppliers and expanding manufacturing capabilities, particularly across China, Japan, and South Korea. These factors, together with increasing adoption of lightweight and high-temperature materials, are expected to support rapid growth of the thermoplastic polyimide market in Asia Pacific.

Key Players

Leading players in the thermoplastic polyimide companies are including Mitsui Chemicals (Japan), Sabic (Saudi Arabia), Solver Polyimide (China), Huntsman (US), Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (Japan), Jiangsu Junhua Hpp Co., Ltd. (China), Changzhou Sunchem New Material Co., Ltd. (China), Wanhua Chemical (China), Arakawa Chemical Industries, Ltd. (Japan), Arkema (France), Evonik (Germany), Allstar Material (China), Jiangsu Qingquan Chemical Co., Ltd. (China), and Kingfa Sci. & Tech. Co., Ltd. (China).

Investment Funding

The thermoplastic polyimide market is seeing increasing investment and financing activity among companies in the market and the broader high-performance materials ecosystem. In 2025, Arkema completed EUR 400 million (approximately USD 464.9 million) undated hybrid bond issuance to diversify its financing resources and mainly refinance an existing hybrid bond. The financing activity reflects continued capital access among major specialty materials companies and supports their broader financial capacity for business development and technology investments. Leading thermoplastic polyimide producers are also expanding their product portfolios and application capabilities to address demand for high-performance materials.

Revenue Shift

The thermoplastic polyimide market is witnessing a gradual shift toward higher value and more specialized applications. Mitsui Chemicals states that the application range of AURUM thermoplastic polyimide is expanding across electrical and electronic components, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, automotive and transportation parts, industrial machinery, films, and aerospace applications. SABIC has also introduced new EXTEM thermoplastic polyimide grades for emerging optical interconnect applications. Wanhua Chemical has developed thermoplastic polyimide products and production capabilities as part of its specialty engineering materials portfolio, indicating increasing participation from Chinese manufacturers in the thermoplastic polyimide market. These developments indicate growing use of thermoplastic polyimide in applications that require high-temperature performance, dimensional stability, electrical properties, and precision processing.

Company Revenue Share Details

The combined market share of the top five players is estimated at approximately 60–70%, indicating a consolidated market. This level of concentration suggests that although leading vendors maintain strong market positions through diversified product portfolios and technological innovation, no single company has established dominant control, leaving ample opportunities for competition and future consolidation. The top five companies include Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., SABIC, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company Inc, Wanhua Chemical, and Kingfa Sci. & Tech. The presence of established specialty chemical manufacturers alongside engineering plastics producers reflects the evolving competitive landscape. As demand increases across electrical and electronics, automotive, aerospace & defense, industrial machinery, and other applications, companies are expected to strengthen their positions through product innovation, strategic partnerships, geographic expansion, and acquisitions.

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SEGWAY NAVIMOW BECOMES OFFICIAL SUPPLIER OF THE TOP 14 UNTIL 2029

PARIS, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ligue Nationale de Rugby (LNR) and Navimow announce the signing of a partnership making Navimow an Official Supplier of the TOP 14 for the next three seasons.

Precision in the service of performance

As the elite championship of French rugby, the TOP 14 owes part of its intensity to the quality of the pitches where the season's biggest fixtures take place. Pitch quality is a major consideration for player safety, the flow of the game and the supporter experience.

Navimow shares this same pursuit of excellence through technological innovation. By combining robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced navigation technologies, the brand develops intelligent, wire-free robotic lawn mowers that provide autonomous, highly precise lawn care while making everyday life easier for users.

By partnering with the TOP 14, Navimow brings its technological expertise into a world where performance is also decided down to the centimetre.

The "Navimow Pitch Ranking"

As part of this partnership, the annual ranking of professional clubs' pitches, produced through the Elite Pitch Performance Analysis (APPE), will now be known as the "Navimow Pitch Ranking".

Each season, this initiative recognises the work carried out by clubs to ensure high-quality playing surfaces and reflects the shared commitment of the LNR and Navimow to performance, innovation and the continuous improvement of playing conditions.

A new illustration of the TOP 14's appeal

By choosing the TOP 14 for its first sports partnership in France, Navimow joins a group of international brands that see French professional rugby as a powerful platform to support their development.

Throughout the season, the brand will benefit from visibility at TOP 14 matches, digital activations, dedicated content and public relations initiatives designed to strengthen its awareness among supporters and reinforce its presence in France through a partnership with nationwide reach.

This new partnership is part of the TOP 14's continued development and further confirms its appeal to ambitious partners. It supports the LNR's strategy to establish the TOP 14 as a lasting benchmark in world rugby, open to demanding, innovative and international brands.

"Navimow's arrival as an Official Supplier of the TOP 14 confirms the appeal of our championship. We are proud to welcome a global player in robotics and artificial intelligence, whose commitment to precision and performance echoes that of our rugby. We are proud to welcome a company whose expertise is built around precision and innovation. By becoming a partner of the Pitch Ranking, Navimow is supporting an initiative that recognises clubs' daily commitment to the quality of their pitches, because great performances always begin with great playing conditions." Yann ROUBERT, President of the Ligue Nationale de Rugby.

"As a pioneer in robotic lawn mowing, we are proud to become an Official Supplier of the TOP 14, a championship that embodies excellence, commitment and passion. At Navimow, we believe innovation should make everyday life easier, allowing people to spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time on what truly matters. By automating lawn mowing, we give our users the freedom to spend time with loved ones, fully enjoy their passions and share in the emotions of sport. These values strongly reflect our vision: putting technology at the service of a richer and more enjoyable everyday life.

Since entering the French market in 2023, we have progressively built a strong nationwide presence through a network of trusted partners, both in retail and among industry professionals, reflecting the growing confidence French consumers place in Navimow. This partnership is therefore a natural fit and marks an important milestone in our development in France, reaffirming our long-term commitment to one of our most strategic markets." Ryan Kong, General Manager, Europe Division at Segway Navimow

About Navimow

Segway Navimow, a subsidiary of Ninebot Limited (Stock Code: 689009.SH), specialises in the research, development, manufacturing and commercialisation of intelligent robots. Navimow's mission is to sustainably integrate robotics and artificial intelligence into everyday life by providing intelligent lawn-care technologies that create lasting value for customers around the world, while strengthening its position as the world's leading wire-free robotic lawn mower brand.

Backed by a team of experts in robotics and artificial intelligence, the company has a presence in Beijing, Changzhou, Shenzhen, Amsterdam, Boston, Düsseldorf and Paris, supported by a global collaboration network.

Its product portfolio includes the i, H and X Series for residential users, as well as the Terranox range designed for professional landscapers. This offering covers a wide range of lawn sizes and maintenance needs. The world's No. 1 wire-free robotic lawn mower brand by retail sales volume for two consecutive years*, Navimow is present in more than 40 countries and regions across Europe, North America and Australia (data as of May 2026).

(*Source: Euromonitor International. Ranking based on the brand's total retail sales volume (units) in 2024 and 2025; research conducted in March 2026. Wire-free robotic lawn mowers are robotic lawn mowers intended for residential or professional use that operate without a physical perimeter wire, using technologies such as UWB, vision navigation, RTK or 3D LiDAR. These products are generally identified based on their commercial name or information displayed on their packaging.)

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IFA 2026: Innovation prägt die Zukunft

Große Preisverleihung der Global Product Technology Innovation Awards

BERLIN, 7. September 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eine der weltweit größten Messen für Unterhaltungselektronik, die Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin (IFA), fand vom 4. bis 8. September 2026 auf dem Messegelände Berlin statt.

Im Rahmen der IFA wurden die mit Spannung erwarteten Global Product Technology Innovation Awards (GPTIAwards) offiziell verliehen. Die GPTIAwards wurden 2014 von der International Data Group (IDG) und dem Deutschen Industrie- und Handelskammertag (DIHK) ins Leben gerufen, werden jedes Jahr von der IFA unterstützt und auf globaler Ebene durchgeführt. Branchenexperten betrachten die jährliche Veröffentlichung der Preisträgerliste als Wegweiser für aufkommende Trends in innovativen Sektoren. Die Gewinnerbeiträge werden zudem voraussichtlich zu einer wichtigen neuen Triebkraft für das kommerzielle Mainstream-Produktangebot im aktuellen Marktzyklus und dienen als Schlüsselindikator für sich wandelnde Kaufpräferenzen bei Verbrauchern weltweit.

Die Preisträger stehen fest: Vielfältige bahnbrechende technische Errungenschaften glänzen branchenübergreifend

Die Liste der Preisträger der diesjährigen Ausgabe der Global Product Technology Innovation Awards vereint weltweit führende Marken und innovative Nischenunternehmen aus Dutzenden von Ländern und Regionen und bietet einen umfassenden und lebendigen Überblick über das multidimensionale Innovationsökosystem der globalen Unterhaltungselektronikbranche.

Zu den preisgekrönten Beiträgen zählen namhafte Branchenführer wie Midea, SIEMENS, TCL, MIELE, BOE, LIEBHERR, SAMSUNG, SONY, LG, ECOVACS, CECOTEC, TINECO, Dyson, TECNO, JBL, Segway, SANDISK, Zendure, JURA, Navimow, Maniformer, NELKO, CHiQ, HKC, NEURA Robotics, AEG und KOORUI. Ihre Innovationen decken ein breit gefächertes Spektrum an zukunftsweisenden Bereichen ab, darunter Klimatisierung, Smart-Küche, audiovisuelle Heimgeräte, KI-gesteuerte Roboterinteraktion, Displays, Reinigung, intelligente Lagerung, Smart Mobility, neue Energiespeicher, AR-Smartbrillen und intelligente Mobilgeräte.

Als eines der maßgeblichsten und mit größter Spannung erwarteten Preisverleihungsprogramme der IFA weisen die Organisatoren der Auszeichnungen darauf hin, dass im Rahmen der Initiative jedes Jahr Tausende globaler Marken einer strengen Prüfung unterzogen werden, um Innovationsmaßstäbe für die Unterhaltungselektronikbranche zu ermitteln. Zudem werden durch die maßgebliche Liste der Preisträger die gesammelten Innovationserfolge der Branche präsentiert. Sie ist zu einer wichtigen Referenz für die globale Industrie geworden, um die sich entwickelnden Trends in der Unterhaltungselektronik zu verfolgen, und ermöglicht es der traditionsreichen IFA, ihren einzigartigen Wert zu entfalten und ihre globale Plattform zu nutzen.

Flaggschiffprodukte setzen sich in allen Kategorien durch – disruptive Innovationen definieren die Branche neu

Auf der diesjährigen Liste der IFA-Preisträger haben weltweit führende Marken dank ihrer differenzierten Kerntechnologien und szenariobasierten innovativen Produkte die höchsten Auszeichnungen erhalten und damit die erstklassige Forschungs- und Entwicklungskompetenz sowie die dynamische Innovationskraft der globalen Unterhaltungselektronikbranche eindrucksvoll unter Beweis gestellt. Chinas intelligente Fertigung erlebt eine beschleunigte globale Expansion, angetrieben durch ein vollständig integriertes Ökosystem der Industriekette und kontinuierliche Durchbrüche in der Forschung und Entwicklung innovativer Technologien. Offiziellen Zollstatistiken zufolge erreichten Chinas Exporte von Haushaltsgeräten im ersten Halbjahr 2026 360,96 Milliarden Yuan, wobei der Anteil intelligenter und umweltfreundlicher Produkte weiter stieg. Die chinesische Haushaltsgerätebranche beschleunigt derzeit ihren Übergang vom reinen Produktexport hin zu einer neuen Phase, in deren Mittelpunkt Technologieexporte und die globale Expansion eigener, im Inland entwickelter Marken stehen.

Insbesondere Midea hat für seine gesamte Produktpalette zahlreiche hochkarätige Goldauszeichnungen erhalten. Die folgenden Produkte wurden als die erfolgreichsten Modelle des Unternehmens ausgezeichnet: die Split-Klimaanlage „VitaBreeze", die AI-Breeze-Free-Standklimaanlage, das verdeckte Doppelkanal-Lüftungsgerät sowie die Luft-Wasser-Wärmepumpe „Trueheat Max". Mit diesen Produkten hat Midea folgende Auszeichnungen erhalten: den „Air Temperature Humidity Set-Point Comfort Technology Gold Award", den „Multimodal AI Breeze-Less Comfort Technology Gold Award", den „Concealed Dual-Duct & Phase-Separated Heating Technology Gold Award" sowie den „Dual Enthalpy Boost Heating Technology Gold Award". In der Kategorie Küchengeräte stachen der Einbauofen und der Einbaudampfgarer der SpaceMaster-Serie von Midea aus einem starken Teilnehmerfeld hervor und gewannen jeweils den „Excellent Heating Technology Innovation Gold Award" und den „Excellent Steaming Technology Innovation Gold Award".

Darüber hinaus hat TCL Durchbrüche in den Bereichen audiovisuelle Technologie, Haushaltsgeräte, Displays und KI-Robotik erzielt. Zu den preisgekrönten Produkten zählen die Dolby-Atmos-Flaggschiff-Soundbar Q95K mit 11.1.4-Kanal-Sound, die solarbetriebene Klimaanlage, der Kühlschrank der Serie TwinMag Prime Fresh sowie der Familienbegleiter-Roboter heyAiMe. Diese Produkte wurden jeweils mit dem „High-Fidelity Soundstage Technology Gold Award", dem „Solar Energy Cooling Technology Gold Award", dem „TwinMag Prime Fresh Technology Gold Award" und dem „AI Companion Technology Innovation Gold Award" ausgezeichnet. Darüber hinaus erhielt die AR-Brille „RayNeo GT Max" von TCL den „AR Glasses Technology Gold Award", während das IJP-OLED-UHD-120-Hz-Monitor-Display (27") von TCL CSOT den „OLED Display Solutions Gold Award" gewann.

BOE behauptet seine Position als weltweit führendes Unternehmen im High-End-Display-Sektor. Sein AMOLED-Display der nächsten Generation mit großem Farbraum sicherte sich den „Display Technology Gold Award", gestützt auf revolutionäre Durchbrüche in wichtigen Bereichen: Bildqualität mit extrem großem Farbraum, gesundheitsorientierte Funktionen für Augenkomfort, geringer Stromverbrauch und verlängerte Akkulaufzeit. Das Unternehmen liefert weiterhin zentrale technische Lösungen für die globale Display-Industrie.

CHiQ hat sein globales KI-Smart-Home-Ökosystem durch ein ausgereiftes, alle Produktkategorien abdeckendes Portfolio, ein vernetztes Smart-Home-Ökosystem und nutzerzentrierte Innovationen im Bereich der Benutzererfahrung weiterentwickelt und wurde dafür mit dem „AI Home Ecosystem Brand Award" ausgezeichnet. Die Marke integriert KI-Technologie weiterhin in alltägliche Lebenssituationen und treibt gleichzeitig lokal angepasste Innovationen voran, die auf unterschiedliche Märkte und Lebensstile zugeschnitten sind, um Verbrauchern weltweit hochwertige Smart-Home-Lösungen anzubieten.

Segway ist ein weltweit führendes Unternehmen im Bereich der intelligenten Mobilität und setzt neue Standards in der Branche. Der für den städtischen Pendelverkehr konzipierte Segway eKickScooter Ninebot MAX G3 Pro erhielt den „Long-Range Riding Technology Gold Award"; der Segway eKickScooter ZT3 MAX, der hinsichtlich Anpassungsfähigkeit an Straßenverhältnisse und sicherem Handling optimiert wurde, erhielt den „All-Terrain Electric Scooter Technology Gold Award" und hob damit den Branchenstandard für persönliche Mobilitätserlebnisse weiter an.

ECOVACS erschließt neue Paradigmen für die intelligente Reinigung in vielfältigen Szenarien und liefert sowohl im Bereich der Haushalts- als auch der Außenbereichs-Serviceroboter starke Leistungen. Der Fensterreinigungsroboter WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI und der intelligente Mähroboter T1000 4WD Pro des Unternehmens wurden mit dem „Window Cleaning Robot Innovation Gold Award" bzw. dem „Smart Edge Trimming Technology Innovation Gold Award" ausgezeichnet. Diese Auszeichnungen unterstreichen das fortgesetzte Engagement des Unternehmens für Innovation und seine führende Position in der Branche der Smart-Home-Serviceroboter.

TINECO ist nach wie vor Vorreiter bei Innovationen im Bereich der intelligenten Bodenpflegetechnologie. Der Dampfreiniger FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Boost Steam ist mit einer Reihe fortschrittlicher Reinigungstechnologien ausgestattet und eignet sich daher ideal für komplexe Reinigungsszenarien im Haushalt. Dieses Produkt wurde für seine herausragende Leistung mit dem „Indoor Cleaning Technology Gold Award" ausgezeichnet.

Tonino Lamborghini, das sich weiterhin der Spitzentechnologie und Designinnovation verschrieben hat, sicherte sich mit dem TECNO TAURUS (MEGA MINI G1 Pro) und dem TECNO Modular Phone den „Miniaturized Gaming PC Technology Innovation Gold Award" sowie den „Ultra-Slim Magnetic Modular Technology Innovation Gold Award" und demonstrierte damit die außergewöhnliche Handwerkskunst der Marke sowie ihre Fähigkeiten im Bereich der KI-gestützten Produktinnovation.

Mit Fokus auf den Bereich der Energiespeicherung für Privathaushalte sicherte sich Zendure den „Sustainable Home Energy Storage System Gold Award" und den „Smart Energy Solutions Brand Award", gestützt auf sein Flaggschiff SolarFlow 4000 Mix Pro und ein breiteres Portfolio an leichten, intelligenten und kohlenstoffarmen Plug-in-Energiespeicherlösungen.

Der Roboter-Rasenmäher Navimow H5 Pro, ausgestattet mit dem bahnbrechenden ausfahrbaren Roboterarm EdgeMaestro™, gewann den „True Zero-Edge Mowing Technology Gold Award". Diese Auszeichnung würdigt einen entscheidenden Durchbruch in der Gartenpflege, der langjährige Einschränkungen beim Kantenschneiden überwindet, neue Maßstäbe für das vollautomatische Mähen setzt und den Weg für ein nahtloseres, sichereres und freihändiges Rasenpflegeerlebnis ebnet.

Dank seines langjährigen Schwerpunkts auf Forschungs- und Entwicklungsinnovationen im Displaybereich sicherte sich HKC den „Advanced Display Technology Brand Award".

AtomVie Global Radiopharma célèbre l'inauguration officielle de sa nouvelle usine de fabrication de produits radiopharmaceutiques à la pointe de la technologie à Hamilton, en Ontario

HAMILTON, ONTARIO, 7 septembre 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AtomVie Global Radiopharma (AtomVie), une organisation de développement et de fabrication sous contrat (CDMO) de premier plan à l'échelle mondiale dans le secteur des radiopharmaceutiques, a célébré aujourd'hui l'inauguration officielle de sa nouvelle usine de fabrication ultramoderne, spécialement conçue à cet effet, située au 10 Aeropark Boulevard à Hamilton, en Ontario. Cette étape importante marque un tournant décisif dans l'évolution d'AtomVie, car elle permet de transformer les succès cliniques en traitements de précision susceptibles de changer la vie des patients du monde entier.

Représentant un investissement de plus de 160 millions de dollars, ce site de plus de 6 700 mètres carrés est à ce jour le plus grand site CDMO d'Amérique du Nord dédié au développement de produits radiopharmaceutiques. Il offre une production variable, de faible à haut débit, et multiplie par plus de dix la capacité de production d'AtomVie. Conçue spécialement pour accompagner la croissance tout au long du cycle de vie des produits, cette installation permet une transition en douceur, du développement précoce à la fabrication commerciale de produits radiopharmaceutiques, grâce à des espaces modulables adaptés aux besoins futurs des clients.

Véritable réussite exemplaire, AtomVie est une entreprise issue du Centre for Probe Development and Commercialization (CPDC), un centre d'excellence rattaché à l'université McMaster et créé pour renforcer le leadership du Canada dans le domaine de l'innovation et de la fabrication de produits radiopharmaceutiques. Actuellement, AtomVie emploie une équipe en pleine expansion composée de professionnels hautement qualifiés. L'entreprise prévoit d'atteindre un effectif de plus de 200 collaborateurs d'ici fin 2026, à mesure que le nouveau site continue de se développer pour atteindre sa pleine capacité opérationnelle.

S'appuyant sur plus d'une décennie d'expérience et sur une expertise technique reconnue dans le développement de procédés et de méthodes d'analyse, AtomVie a accompagné plus de 70 programmes de développement clinique et de transfert de technologie, fabriqué plus de 1 000 lots conformes aux normes cGMP et livré plus de 4 400 doses conformes aux normes cGMP à des patients dans 28 pays et sur six continents, avec un taux de réussite des livraisons supérieur à 99 %. Grâce à son nouveau site, AtomVie est bien placée pour développer sa capacité de production en collaboration avec ses partenaires, du développement clinique jusqu'à la fabrication commerciale.

« Cette inauguration marque le début d'un nouveau chapitre dans l'histoire d'AtomVie et constitue une étape importante pour l'innovation canadienne en médecine nucléaire », a déclaré Bruno Paquin, directeur général d'AtomVie. « Notre nouveau site, spécialement conçu à cet effet, vient renforcer notre expérience éprouvée en matière de prestations fiables à l'échelle mondiale et notre expertise scientifique approfondie, ce qui nous permet d'accompagner le développement et la commercialisation des portefeuilles de produits de nos partenaires. Avant tout, cela nous permet de progresser vers notre objectif visant à transformer la vie des patients en fournissant des produits radiopharmaceutiques de haute qualité à ceux qui en ont besoin, partout dans le monde ».

« L'inauguration des nouveaux locaux d'AtomVie témoigne de la rigueur et du dévouement de l'équipe d'AtomVie, ainsi que de la confiance des partenaires qui ont soutenu notre croissance », a déclaré Kevin McNeill, président du conseil d'administration d'AtomVie. « Ces installations confirment la position d'AtomVie en tant que leader parmi les CDMO spécialisées dans les produits radiopharmaceutiques. Désormais construites à l'échelle commerciale, elles permettent de répondre aux besoins de nos partenaires avec la fiabilité qu'exige ce secteur ».

La cérémonie d'inauguration a réuni des représentants des pouvoirs publics, des clients, des partenaires et des acteurs du secteur des produits radiopharmaceutiques, qui ont pu visiter le site et constater par eux-mêmes comment l'expertise d'AtomVie contribue à mettre la prochaine génération de traitements anticancéreux de précision à la disposition des patients du monde entier.

À propos d'AtomVie Global Radiopharma (AtomVie)

AtomVie est l'une des principales CDMO mondiales proposant une gamme complète de services scientifiques, techniques, réglementaires, de qualité et logistiques, associée à une infrastructure spécialisée dans le développement de produits radiopharmaceutiques, depuis les essais cliniques de phase I jusqu'à la phase III, puis à la commercialisation. AtomVie travaille actuellement avec des clients internationaux qui mènent des études cliniques dans plus de 28 pays à travers le monde. Pour plus d'informations, visitez notre site https://www.atomvie.com.

Informations complémentaires : Tina Chainani, responsable du développement commercial, e-mail : [email protected]

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Aluminum Refractory Materials Market is expected to reach USD 2.73 billion by 2031 from USD 2.17 billion in 2026, at a CAGR of 4.77% during the forecast period.

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Aluminum Refractory Materials Market Size & Forecast:

- Market Size Available for Years: 2025-2031

- 2026 Market Size: USD 2.17 billion

- 2031 Projected Market Size: USD 2.73 billion

- CAGR (2026-2031): 4.77%

Aluminum Refractory Materials Market Trends & Insights:

- The aluminum refractory materials market is expanding as aluminum producers seek to enhance furnace productivity, prolong campaign life, and cut operating costs. The construction of remelting plants to cope with difficult melt conditions and impurities, along with the growing use of recycled aluminum, is driving demand. The shift to energy-efficient and low-emission aluminum production is driving the demand for better thermal performance of insulating refractory systems. The changes are prompting aluminum producers to move away from traditional refractories and adopt newer technologies that deliver higher reliability, lower maintenance needs, and better life-cycle economics.

- Asia Pacific dominated the aluminum refractory materials market with a share of 62% in 2025.

- By production stage, the secondary aluminium production segment is expected to register the highest CAGR of 5.9% from 2026 to 2031, in terms of volume.

- By product type, the shaped segment accounted for the largest market share of 50-55% in 2025.

- By material, the alumina-based segment is estimated to dominate the market with a share of about 60-65%.

- By application, the electrolytic reduction cells segment is estimated to lead the market with a share of about 28-32%.

- RHI Magnesita, Vesuvius, Calderys, Saint-Gobain, and SHINAGAWA REFRA CO., Ltd. were identified as Star players in the aluminum refractory materials market, as they have focused on innovation, have broad industry coverage, and have strong operational & financial strength.

- Pyrotek, Rath-Group, and TYK Corporation, among others, have distinguished themselves among startups and SMEs due to their strong product portfolio and business strategy.

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The aluminum refractory materials market is anticipated to witness significant growth owing to the increasing aluminum production across the globe, rising capacity of secondary aluminum recycling and remelting, and growing investments in low-carbon aluminum manufacturing. According to the International Aluminum Institute (IAI), the cradle-to-gate carbon footprint of primary aluminum fell from 15.8 tons CO₂e per ton in 2021 to 14.4 tons CO₂e per ton in 2024 due to ongoing decarbonization by the industry. However, electrolysis is still the most carbon-intensive stage, followed by alumina refining, which underscores the need for greater energy efficiency across the aluminum value chain. Producers are updating smelters, refineries, melting furnaces and casting facilities, and there is an increasing demand for advanced refractory materials that offer improved thermal insulation, lower heat losses, longer service life and better resistance to penetration, corrosion and thermal shock by liquid aluminum.

"By production stage, secondary aluminum production segment to exhibit fastest growth during forecast period"

Secondary Aluminum Production: The global transition to sustainability, circular economy, and energy efficiency is driving up the growth of secondary aluminum production. Aluminum recycling is increasingly appealing, as its energy consumption is also comparably low, up to 95% lower than primary production, and the manufacturing and government focus on reducing the aluminum carbon footprint is increasing. The amount of aluminum scrap is growing, and demand for recycled aluminum is on the rise from the automotive and packaging sectors, while investment is being made into recycling facilities. The number of players installing remelting and recycling furnaces is increasing faster than the well-established primary production market, and the demand for special refractory linings for these secondary furnaces is growing accordingly.

"By product type, monolithic refractories segment to witness highest CAGR during forecast period"

The advantages of operating monolithic refractories are rapidly outscoring shaped refractories and thus contributing to the fastest growth. They are quicker to install, have lower downtime during furnace repairs and furnace re-lining and can be applied to complex or irregular furnace geometries with much less masonry work. Monolithic refractories also produce less material waste, have lower crew expenses, and can be used through methods such as gunning, casting, or ramming, and are becoming more common in maintenance and quick turnaround projects. The trend toward monolithic solutions is gaining momentum in comparison to the traditional shaped refractories as the aluminum producers are turning extra attention to "downtime" and operational efficiency.

"By material, silicon carbide (SiC) segment register fastest growth during forecast period"

Silicon Carbide (SiC) is projected to be the fastest-growing material segment during the forecast period due to its higher thermal conductivity, outstanding thermal shock resistance and durability as compared to the traditional alumina-based refractory. Advantages of SiC include resistance to high-speed heating and cooling, as well as its resistance to erosion by molten metal and slag, which makes it an attractive material for use in furnace linings and crucibles and other high-performance applications where energy efficiency and refractory service are becoming a priority for aluminum smelters and furnaces. Furthermore, continuous developments in SiC-based refractory grades and their increasing use in high-temperature, high-quality applications are creating more growth than the more traditional alumina market.

"By application, electrolytic/reduction cells segment to lead market during forecast period"

The electrolytic cells segment is the largest application segment, followed by the long operation campaign life of reduction cells (5-8 years) that requires a complete relining of the cell. This continuous, uninterrupted operation yields the need for much higher quality refractory material in a larger, more concentrated amount at one time, as opposed to other applications where refractory replacement occurs in a more incremental fashion. Moreover, the size and the requirements for the refractory lining per cell have increased with the increasing size of reduction cells in the aluminum segment to support the production capacity growth and increase efficiency – further increasing the consumption of materials in the segment. The importance of cost protection due to reduction cells is also emphasized here, so that the smelters consider the quality of refractories than in other applications where production is less critical, such as casting or holding furnaces

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"Asia Pacific to be fastest-growing regional market during forecast period"

Asia Pacific is estimated to be the largest and fastest-growing regional market for aluminum refractory materials industry, and the region's rapid capacity build-up and new smelter projects in countries such as Indonesia, Vietnam, and China are encouraging the market to grow. India is making significant strides in increasing domestic aluminum production to decrease import reliance and cater to the growing demand for metal in the infrastructure, automotive, and renewable energy industries, particularly for solar panel frames and components in EVs, while Indonesia has become a new smelting hotspot with its vast bauxite deposits and government initiatives promoting industrial development. Unlike more mature markets like North America and Europe, the number of aluminum smelters in production has stalled and, in some cases, declined because of high energy costs and environmental restrictions. The construction of new greenfield smelters and the capacity additions of brownfield refinery installations across the region are creating continuous, high-volume demand for refractory installations. Besides, the cost competitiveness of the manufacturing industry and the rising trend of domestic refractory production in order to minimize dependence on imports, along with rising foreign direct investments (FDIs) in the metals industry, further propel the region's growth rate, which, in turn, enables Asia Pacific to continue growing at a faster pace than other regions, despite its sizeable share of the overall market.

Key Players

Leading players in the aluminum refractory materials companies include RHI Magnesita (Austria), Vesuvius (UK), Calderys (France), Saint-Gobain (France), SHINAGAWA REFRA CO., Ltd. (Japan), AGC Inc. (Japan), Dongkuk Industries (South Korea), Krosaki Harima Corporation (Japan), Carborundum Universal Limited (India), and Puyang Refractories Group Co., Ltd. (China), among others.

Investment Funding

The aluminum refractory materials market is witnessing an increasing investment driven by demand for advanced refractory technologies, energy-efficient furnace operations, aluminum recycling, and low-carbon production. Deal activity was volatile during 2021-2025, dropping to 6 deals in 2022 from 7 deals in 2021, rising to 7 deals in 2023, falling to 4 deals in 2024, and rebounding to 6 deals in 2025, a 50% increase over 2024. Funding activity saw more fluctuations, rising from USD 66.5 million in 2021 to USD 281.5 million in 2022 and USD 294.1 million in 2023. Then, funding dropped to USD 62.

The new office deepens NeuralTrust's investment in the UK, where enterprises are moving AI agents into production faster than most security teams can govern them.

LONDON, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- NeuralTrust, the Barcelona headquartered platform for securing AI agents, today announced a new, dedicated office in London. The move strengthens the company's presence in the UK, where enterprises are deploying AI agents at pace and running into risks that traditional security tools were never built to catch.

The London office, located at 167 Great Portland Street, becomes NeuralTrust's hub for UK customers, partners, and hiring, supporting a growing base of financial services, technology, and enterprise clients across the region. NeuralTrust already partners with major UK industry bodies, bringing the same expertise that secures agentic deployments for global banks and airlines to leading companies across the UK.

"We built NeuralTrust because AI agents create a new kind of risk that traditional security tools weren't designed to catch," said Joan Vendrell, Co-Founder and CEO of NeuralTrust. "The UK market understands that risk earlier than most, and we want to be here to help solve it."

Why AI Agent Security, and Why Now

As companies move from experimenting with AI to running autonomous agents in production, they hit a problem traditional tools can't see: agents take actions, call tools, and touch data in ways standard security controls were never designed to monitor.

A single compromised or misconfigured agent can leak sensitive data, take an unauthorised action, or get manipulated through prompt injection, at machine speed and often with no human in the loop. Gartner predicts that by 2027, 40% of enterprises will demote or decommission autonomous AI agents because governance gaps only surface after something has already gone wrong in production.

NeuralTrust builds the security layer for this new environment. Its platform includes:

- TrustGate, an AI gateway that sits between applications, agents, tools, and models to enforce policy, control access, and manage traffic.

- TrustGuard, runtime security that detects and blocks malicious or unsafe agent behavior as it happens, across every platform and endpoint.

- TrustTest, a red teaming product that proactively probes AI systems for vulnerabilities before attackers do.

Together, they give CISOs and security teams the confidence to run AI agents with the same rigor they already apply to every other system in the enterprise.

"UK enterprises are moving fast with AI agents, and they need a partner who understands both the opportunity and the risk," said Cameron Brown, UK Managing Director at NeuralTrust. "A dedicated London office lets us work even more closely with the banks, airlines, and enterprises here that are already putting agents into production, so they can do it with the visibility and control it takes to do it safely."

Backed to Grow

NeuralTrust raised a $20 million seed round in June 2026, the largest cybersecurity seed financing raised by an EU company to date, to fund engineering, deepen integration across its platform, and expand internationally. The London office is a direct result of that growth: NeuralTrust plans to hire across sales, customer success and engineering in the UK over the coming months.

About NeuralTrust

NeuralTrust is the leading platform for securing and scaling AI agents. Its platform, TrustGate, TrustGuard, and TrustTest, gives security and engineering teams the visibility and control they need to govern AI agents in production. Headquartered in Barcelona, NeuralTrust also has offices in London, and New York, and counts global banks, airlines, energy companies, and government agencies among its customers. The company is recognized as a category leader by Gartner, KuppingerCole, and MarketsandMarkets.

Learn more at neuraltrust.ai

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