July 15-17, 2025 | AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Battery Show, organized by Informa Markets, is a globally recognized platform for cutting-edge battery technology, energy storage solutions and electric/hybrid vehicle (EV/HV) innovations. It is expanding its reach with the inaugural The Battery Show Asia 2025, which will take place from July 15-17, 2025, at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. This landmark event builds on the long-lasting success of The Battery Show in North America and Europe, highlighting the strategic importance of the Asian in the fast-evolving advanced battery, energy storage and e-mobility sectors. 

Over three days, The Battery Show Asia 2025 will feature 350+ exhibitors, attract over 15,000 industry professionals, and host 150+ expert speakers. The event will be a pivotal meeting ground for innovators, engineers, manufacturers, and thought leaders from Asia and around the world, offering a unique platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and business development in this dynamic industry.

Hong Kong, strategically located within the Greater Bay Area (GBA), is an ideal venue for this prestigious event. With its world-class connectivity and business-friendly environment, Hong Kong offers unparalleled access to the vibrant and diverse markets of China and the broader Asia-Pacific region, making it the perfect location for industry professionals looking to expand their global business footprint, either into Asia or from Asia to the rest of world.

The Battery Show Asia 2025 will feature a comprehensive exhibition showcasing the latest advancements in battery technology, energy storage solutions, and EV/HV innovations. Complementing the exhibition will be a cutting-edge conference program addressing critical topics such as policy and regulation, advanced technology, hydrogen energy, emerging applications, and investment trends. The show will be co-located with Mobility Tech Asia and Data Center Asia, further enhancing its appeal and reach across interconnected sectors.

Attendees will have exclusive opportunities to engage with leading battery and component manufacturers, EV/HV producers, renewable energy experts, and influential decision-makers from across the globe. With a strong international presence, the event promises to foster meaningful connections and strategic partnerships, particularly for those looking to engage with China’s rapidly advancing technology sector.

A series of exclusive networking events, including VIP receptions, an all-day Open Tech Forum, and the premium TBSA/MTA 2025 Conference, will offer additional opportunities for deep engagement and collaboration. Whether you’re showcasing innovations, exploring market insights, or expanding your professional network, The Battery Show Asia 2025 is the essential event to drive your business forward.

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Valmet Oyj press release, September 20, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. EEST

ESPOO, Finland, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Valmet is to supply a new bleached chemi-thermomechanical pulp (BCTMP) line and a related evaporator line to JK Paper Limited’s Fort Songadh mill in India. The new BCTMP line will manufacture high-quality BCTMP pulp for lightweight coated board production. The start-up is scheduled for the end of 2025.

The order was included in Valmet’s orders received of the second quarter 2024. The value of the order will not be disclosed.

“The new BCTMP and evaporator line will play a crucial role in our production process, enabling us to meet increasing market demands while adhering to the highest quality and environmental responsibility standards. Valmet’s unique high-temperature (HT) BCTMP technology will allow us to achieve superior pulp quality and energy efficiency, ensuring that we remain competitive in the global marketplace,” says A.S. Mehta, President, JK Paper Limited.

“The BCTMP order from JK Paper marks a significant continuation of our cooperation. We are privileged that Valmet has been chosen to contribute to their ongoing success. Our advanced HT-BCTMP and evaporator line technologies will enhance their production capabilities and support their efforts to minimize environmental impact through energy-efficient and resource-saving solutions,” says Fredrik Willgottson, Vice President, Pulp & Energy, Asia Pacific, Valmet.

Technical details about the delivery

The 400 ADMT/d BCTMP line is based on Valmet’s HT-BCTMP technology for optimized impregnation, producing pulp with high bulk and low shive content at minimum energy consumption. The line will include all main process technology for chip washing, pre-steaming, PREX impregnation, HC refining, MC bleaching, HC bleaching, LC refining, screening, reject refining, steam separation, heat recovery, and pulp washing.

The delivery includes a Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR) tube evaporator plant for handling the BCTMP plant liquor. It covers MVR evaporator effects, a tube concentrator, and a condensate treatment plant. The evaporator line includes Valmet’s patented Internal Condensate Treatment for producing cleaner condensate for recycling in the mill. The new line will have a design capacity of 180 tons of water per hour.

Information about JK Paper Limited

JK Paper Limited, an integrated pulp and paper plant, was established in 1962. The company is a leading Indian producer of office papers, coated papers, writing and printing papers, and high-end packaging boards. The company has three integrated Pulp and Paper Mills: Unit JKPM at Rayagada (Odisha), Unit CPM at Songadh (Gujarat), and Unit SPM at Kagaznagar, Telangana. The company’s installed capacity is around 800,000 tonnes per annum.

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Corporate Communications

For further information, please contact:
Pawan Kumar Agarwal, Director, India Region, Asia Pacific, Valmet, tel. +91 96540 69641
Fredrik Willgottson, Vice President, Pulp and Energy, Asia Pacific, Valmet, tel. +66 61384 7911

Valmet has a global customer base across various process industries. We are a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries, and with our automation and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our more than 19,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.

The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2023 were approximately EUR 5.5 billion.

Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland.

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BARCELONA, Spain, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On September 19, at the HUAWEI Innovative Product Launch event in Barcelona, Spain, Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) unveiled several highly anticipated products, with ‘Fashion Forward’ approach for wearables, including the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH D2 and HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Green. The launch also announced the popular HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch and HUAWEI MatePad 12 X tablets, together delivering a new generation of wearable experiences, and upgraded technologies for enhanced productivity and seamless connectivity with brand new tablets.

HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series: Leading the Fashion Edge

HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series is among the first Huawei smartwatches to introduce the HUAWEI TruSense System, an integrated health and fitness tracking feature that comes with an upgraded sensor and improved algorithms – producing results that are faster, more accurate, and more comprehensive.

Featuring the distinct Sharp-Edged Design and available in a total of 12 different models and in Pro or Standard edition, HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 series is design to lead the Fashion Edge, with the Pro edition made with aerospace grade titanium alloy and nanocrystal ceramic, bringing higher levels of durability.

With the HUAWEI TruSense System, it enables Huawei’s brand new Emotional Wellbeing Assistant, achieving an upgrade in health management to include not just physiological but also psychological management.

The new smartwatch brings new Pro-Level sports features. For golfers and divers, HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Pro brings Golf Course mode with the inclusion of over 15,000 global golf courses maps as well as Free Diving mode, offering a more comprehensive on-wrist tracker for their sports activities. HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Pro also comes professional features for Trail Run, such as support for segmentation navigation function, as well as a 10-metre contour map.

The smartwatch offers exceptional battery life, with up to 14 days of usage on the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 46mm and GT 5 Pro 46mm, and up to 7 days on the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 41mm and GT 5 Pro 42mm.

HUAWEI Wearable Product Ambassadors: Pamela Reif and Sir Mo Farah

HUAWEI Wearable Product Ambassadors Sir Mo Farah and Pamela Reif made an appearance, with Sir Mo Farah sharing his expertise on running and advanced sports techniques, while Pamela Reif focused on watch design and app courses, showcasing the ‘Light Up Your Rings’ experience.

Pamela Reif expressed her admiration for the new watch stating: “The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro is more than a smartwatch; it’s a style icon that really gives me a Fashion Edge. In addition, Huawei has made some really impressive enhancements to the activity tracking. Join me and Light Up Your Rings every day!”

Sir Mo Farah echoed the sentiment, adding: ” As a runner I care about small details to give me a competitive edge; the enhanced Sunflower GNSS is an absolute gamechanger, while the all new Running Form analysis feature can give any runner insights into how to shave seconds off their personal best.”

HUAWEI WATCH D2: World’s First Smartwatch with Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Certified by NMPA and MDR

The launch of the HUAWEI WATCH D2 introduced a ground-breaking innovation as world’s first wrist-based, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) device to be certified by NMPA and MDR. This marks a significant step forward in wearable technology, embodying Huawei’s commitment to “Health Forward”.

The watch delivers 24-hour accurate blood pressure measurement, and features the HUAWEI TruSense System for faster and more accurate results.

In terms of blood pressure technology, Huawei already innovated for over nine years, having a long-term partnership with global hypertension experts, including Professor George S. Stergiou, President Elect International Society of Hypertension, and Professor Wang Jiguang, President of the Chinese Hypertension League and so on.

The HUAWEI WATCH D2 features a light and slim design, incorporating an ultra-narrow mechanical airbag and a 1.82-inch large screen. It is only about 1/5 the width and 1/25 the volume of traditional upper-arm electronic blood pressure monitors, making it easy to take blood pressure measurements no matter where you are.

In addition, with a single tap, users can measure up to 9 body indicators and generate a Health Glance report.

HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate green edition: Explore Without Limits

An update to last year’s release, HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate introduces the new Advanced Golf Course Features and the enhanced Expedition Mode, along with a new green edition that combines paradigm-shifting technologies and cutting-edge craftsmanship, embodying the “Adventure Forward” spirit and built for the adventurous at heart.

The new green edition brings an exclusive dual-colour nano-tech ceramic bezel, which requires a more complex manufacturing process to deliver a beautiful white-green colour duo to match the aesthetics.

The all-new advanced Golf Course Mode offers precise analytics and insights for enthusiasts, plays-like distance, shot distance, AI Caddie, and more. As long as a new expedition Route Import feature that integrates with the HUAWEI Health app, allowing users to import routes.

Huawei is dedicated to helping consumers cultivate healthy lifestyle and exercise habits through the global continuation of the “Light Up Your Rings” campaign. By leveraging the Activity Rings and Medal Rewards system, the campaign offers an engaging experience that helps individuals to live a healthier life.

In addition, Huawei’s wearables are always designed to be available for both Android and iOS smartphones, to make its latest health technology innovations and sports tracking features accessible to an even wider audience.

HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch: Creation of Beauty

The newest flagship tablet, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch, is designed to deliver the ultimate user experience focused on creativity and productivity.

Equipped with an innovative Tandem OLED PaperMatte Display, HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch delivers an impressive maximum brightness of 2000nits for an authentic viewing experience. Advanced anti-sparkle and nanoscale anti-glare etching technologies ensure a premium, paper-like visual experience.

It comes with the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard, featuring a 2-in-1 stylus and keyboard storage and charging design.

To inspire creativity, the tablet’s GoPaint App offers a wide range of digital creation tools, including the ground-breaking Splatter brushes and Fluid brushes. The FangTian Painting Engine 2.0 supports 8K ultra-large canvas, providing professional-grade tools for artistic expression.

HUAWEI MatePad 12 X: Style Meets Creativity and Productivity

HUAWEI MatePad 12 X is a lightweight flagship model, designed for the younger generation. It boosts productivity, allowing trendsetting users to pursue their dreams while delivering an enjoyable experience.

The new tablet innovate Shimmery Pearlescent Sheen, resulting in a metallic white with colour-changing effects based on lighting. The all-metal device body with integrated seamless design making it stylish and durable.

HUAWEI MatePad 12 X PaperMatte Edition features an Ultra-bright PaperMatte Display, offering superior quality in viewing, writing, and touch, making it ideal for reading and creative work.

On September 19, 2024, Huawei officially launched the GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity themed “Creative By Nature”. From the kickoff day to December 31, 2024, painting enthusiasts around the world can share their unique digital art works on HUAWEI Community platform.

HUAWEI Reaffirms Commitment to Innovation, Fashion, and Creativity

Alex Huang, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Consumer BG, emphasises the brand’s global impact and commitment to innovation. Highlighting Huawei’s commitment to blend cutting-edge technology, fashion, and creativity, into the products, seamlessly integrating them into consumers’ daily lives, the brand continues to inspire consumers through campaigns such as Light Up Your Rings initiative and GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity.

“We aim to bring innovative products that offer consumers a unique blend of fashion and creativity,” said Alex. “By inspiring our users, Huawei strives to create a more connected and heartwarming world where technology enhances daily living and brings people closer together.”

For more information on the price and availability, please visit: https://consumer.huawei.com/en/wearables/
https://consumer.huawei.com/en/tablets/?ic_medium=hwdc&ic_source=corp_header_consumer 

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