COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: CMT) (“Core Molding”, “Core” or the “Company”), a leading engineered materials company specializing in molded structural products, principally in medium- and heavy-duty trucks, powersports, building products, and industrial and utility industries across North America, announced today that it will host an Investor Event on Tuesday afternoon September 29th in Brownsville, Texas. On Wednesday morning, September 30th, a tour of the Company’s Matamoros, Mexico manufacturing facility before returning to Brownsville, Texas.

“We are excited to welcome investors to Brownsville and to our Matamoros manufacturing facility to provide a firsthand look at the capabilities that support our strategy and long-term value creation. The Matamoros plant spans approximately 600,000 square feet with 22 large and ultra large presses that specialize in truck and powersports end markets. During the event, we will discuss our growth opportunities across key end markets, initiatives to drive operational excellence and margin expansion, and our disciplined approach to capital allocation. We believe Core Molding Technologies is well positioned to deliver sustainable growth, strong cash flow generation, attractive returns for shareholders, and we look forward to sharing our vision for the future,” said Eric Palomaki, President and Chief Executive Officer of Core Molding Technologies.

Interested investors are encouraged to register by September 8, 2026, as seating is limited and advance registration is required. To register for the CMT Investor Event, please contact Steven Hooser, shooser@threepa.com, or Sandy Martin, smartin@threepa.com, and copy Tammie Showalter, tshowalter@coremt.com.

The webcast of management presentations, followed by an investor Q&A session, will begin at 1:00 pm CT on September 29, 2026, and can be accessed at Events & Presentations – CORE Molding Technologies. A replay of the webcast, along with presentation materials, will be available on the Company’s Investor Relations website following the event.

Event: Core Molding Technologies Two-Day Investor Event

Date: September 29-30, 2026 (two half-days)

Program Outline:

- Day 1: In Brownsville, Texas, management presentations begin at 1:00 pm CT on September 29th, followed by an investor Q&A session, and then dinner with management.

- Day 2: Management will accompany investors to the Company’s Matamoros, Mexico, facility for a walking tour of the plant and then return to the Brownsville airport by approximately 12:00 noon CT.

Logistics:

- Recommended airport: Brownsville/South Padre International Airport (Code BRO)

- Transportation will be provided by the Company for the border crossing

- Attendees are responsible for ensuring they have valid travel documentation (ID/passport) required for entry into and return from Mexico

- A room block has been reserved at Courtyard by Marriott Brownsville; please book using the provided reservation link by September 11, 2026, to secure the group rate. Hotel Reservation Link

About Core Molding Technologies, Inc.

Core Molding Technologies is a leading engineered materials company specializing in molded structural products, principally in medium- and heavy-duty truck, powersports, building products, industrial and utility industries across North America. The Company operates in one operating segment as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The Company’s operating segment consists of one reporting unit, Core Molding Technologies. The Company offers customers a wide range of manufacturing processes to fit various program volume and investment requirements. These processes include compression molding of sheet molding compound (“SMC”), resin transfer molding (“RTM”), liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene (“DCPD”), spray-up and hand-lay-up, direct long-fiber thermoplastics (“DLFT”) and structural foam and structural web injection molding (“SIM”). Core Molding Technologies serves a wide variety of markets, including medium and heavy-duty trucks, marine, automotive, agriculture, construction, and other commercial products. The demand for Core Molding Technologies’ products is affected by economic conditions in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Core Molding Technologies’ operations may change proportionately more than revenues from operations.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Management’s presentations and statements during the Investor Events may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These statements often include words such as “believe”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “project”, “continue”, “likely”, and similar expressions. In particular, this event may contain forward-looking statements about the Company’s expectations for future periods with respect to its plans to improve financial results, the future of the Company’s end markets. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those reflected in forward-looking statements relating to our operations and business include: dependence on certain major customers, and potential loss of any major customer due to completion of existing production programs or otherwise; general macroeconomic, social, regulatory (including foreign trade policy) and political conditions; volatility in financial markets; changes in the plastics, transportation, marine and commercial product industries (including changes in demand for production); efforts of the Company to expand its customer base and develop new products to diversify markets, materials and processes and increase operational enhancements; the imposition of new or increased tariffs and the resulting consequences; Company initiatives to quote and execute manufacturing processes for new business, acquire raw materials, address inflationary pressures; regulatory matters and labor relations; changes in the Company’s financial position; and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. These statements are based on certain assumptions that the Company has made in light of its experience as well as its perspective on historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results because of certain risks and uncertainties, including those included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. There can be no assurance that statements made in this event relating to future events will be achieved. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results over time. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on behalf of the Company are expressly qualified in their entirety by such cautionary statements.

Company Contact:

Core Molding Technologies, Inc.

Alex Panda

Executive Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

apanda@coremt.com

Investor Relations Contact:

Three Part Advisors, LLC

Sandy Martin or Steven Hooser

smartin@threepa.com, shooser@threepa.com

214-616-2207

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (NYSE American: CMT) (“Core Molding,” “Core” or the “Company”), today announced the promotion of Michael J. Gayford to Chief Operating Officer (“COO”), effective immediately.

In his expanded role, Mr. Gayford will assume operational responsibility for the Company’s North American operations, and Arnold Alanis, Executive Vice President of Operations in Mexico, will report to him. Gayford will also continue to focus on driving operational excellence, overseeing program management, advancing research and development initiatives, and executing strategic programs designed to accelerate growth and improve operational performance.

Mr. Gayford joined Core Molding Technologies in 2023 and has more than 25 years of manufacturing, engineering, and operational leadership experience. Throughout his tenure at Core, he has played a key role in strengthening operational execution, advancing technology initiatives, and supporting the Company’s strategic transformation.

“I am pleased to announce Mike Gayford’s promotion to Chief Operating Officer,” said Eric Palomaki, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Mike has been instrumental in advancing our operational capabilities and driving meaningful improvements across the organization. His leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to excellence have contributed significantly to our success, and we are confident he will continue to make a positive impact in this expanded role.”

“My three years at Core have been exciting, and I am honored to take on this new role,” said Mike Gayford. “I am privileged to work with such a talented team and look forward to advancing operational excellence, delivering value to our customers, and supporting Core’s long-term growth. Together, we are well positioned to build on our momentum and pursue new opportunities.”

Michael J. Gayford joined the company in March 2023 as Vice President of Operations. Mr. Gayford was promoted to Executive Vice President of Operations in 2025, where he oversaw multi-site manufacturing operations across the United States and Canada, and led the company’s Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Research and Development Organizations. Mr. Gayford has more than 25 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and operational leadership, including more than 17 years in composite manufacturing. Mr. Gayford earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Alfred State College.

About Core Molding Technologies, Inc.

Core Molding Technologies is a leading engineered materials company specializing in molded structural products, principally in medium- and heavy-duty truck, powersports, building products, and industrial and utility industries across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Company operates in one operating segment as a molder of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The Company’s operating segment consists of one reporting unit, Core Molding Technologies. The Company offers customers a wide range of manufacturing processes to fit various program volume and investment requirements. These thermoset processes include compression molding of sheet molding compound (“SMC”), resin transfer molding (“RTM”), liquid molding of dicyclopentadiene (“DCPD”), spray-up and hand-lay-up. The thermoplastic processes include direct long-fiber thermoplastics (“DLFT”) and structural foam and structural web injection molding. Core Molding Technologies serves a wide variety of markets, including the medium and heavy-duty truck, marine, automotive, agriculture, construction, and other commercial products. The demand for Core Molding Technologies’ products is affected by economic conditions in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Core Molding Technologies’ operations may change proportionately more than revenues from operations.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These statements often include words such as “believe”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “project”, “continue”, “likely”, and similar expressions. In particular, this press release may contain forward-looking statements about the Company’s expectations for future periods with respect to its plans to improve financial results, the future of the Company’s end markets. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those reflected in forward-looking statements relating to our operations and business include: dependence on certain major customers, and potential loss of any major customer due to completion of existing production programs or otherwise; business conditions in the plastics, transportation, power sports, utilities and commercial product industries (including changes in demand for production); the availability and price increases of raw material,; general macroeconomic, social, regulatory and political conditions, including uncertainties surrounding volatility in financial markets; the imposition of new or increased tariffs and the resulting consequences; safety and security conditions in Mexico; costs and other resources related to Core Molding Technologies’ efforts to expand its customer base and grow its business, and provide on-time delivery to customers; ; the Company’s decision to pursue new products and initiatives to quote and execute manufacturing processes for new business, acquire raw materials, address inflationary pressures, regulatory matters and labor relations; the ability to successfully identify, evaluate and manage potential acquisitions and to benefit from and properly integrate any completed acquisitions; the Company’s financial position or other financial information; inadequate insurance coverage to protect against potential hazards; equipment and machinery failure; product liability and warranty claims; cybersecurity incidents or other similar disruptions; and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company’s filings with the SEC. These statements are based on certain assumptions that the Company has made in light of its experience as well as its perspective on historical trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate under the circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results because of certain risks and uncertainties, including those included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. There can be no assurance that statements made in this press release relating to future events will be achieved. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results over time. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on behalf of the Company are expressly qualified in their entirety by such cautionary statements.

Company Contact:

Core Molding Technologies, Inc.

Alex Panda

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

apanda@coremt.com

Investor Relations Contact:

Three Part Advisors, LLC

Sandy Martin or Steven Hooser

214-616-2207

EXPO 2027 Belgrade Opens New Opportunities for Slovenian Businesses and Tourism

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, 16th October 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Slovenia presented its pavilion concept for EXPO 2027 Belgrade at a business and tourism networking event in Ljubljana yesterday, as representatives from both countries explored opportunities for cross-border cooperation in trade and tourism.

The "Visit Serbia B2B Networking" event gathered more than 50 business and tourism representatives, connecting Slovenian companies and travel agents with Serbian partners ahead of the first Specialised Expo in the Western Balkans.

Opening remarks were delivered by Danilo Jerinić, CEO of EXPO 2027 Belgrade; Blaž Cvar, President of Slovenia's Chamber of Craft and Small Business; and Mag. Leon Korošec, State Secretary at Slovenia's Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport.

"Expo's success will be measured by more than what happens during those three months. It will be measured by what remains afterwards: business connections that lead to contracts, investments that create jobs, visitors who return and ideas that grow into long-term projects," said Jerinić.

Slovenia's pavilion concept was presented by Saša Lavrič, General Commissioner for EXPO 2027 Belgrade, and Mag. Maja Pak Olaj, Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board.

B2B discussions explored cross-border itineraries and travel packages to encourage visitors to discover destinations beyond Belgrade.

According to Serbia's Statistical Office, bilateral goods trade reached approximately USD 2.04 billion in 2025. More than 1,200 Slovenian companies operate in Serbia, employing around 25,000 people.

EXPO 2027 Belgrade will take place from 15 May to 15 August 2027 under the theme "Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All," bringing together more than 140 international participants.

Press contact: [email protected]

More detailed information about Expo 2027 Belgrade can be found at the following LINK.

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World Gym Announces Second Bangkok Location, Plans for 30 Thailand Locations in Five Years

Global Fitness Brand Signs Lease for Second Bangkok Location with Singha Estate, a Leading Thai Real Estate Developer.

BANGKOK, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- World Gym Corporation (TWSE: 2762), Taiwan's largest fitness operator and owner of the global World Gym brand, today announced that it has signed a lease for its second Bangkok club at S-OASIS, a commercial and office development by SET-listed Singha Estate, an international real estate developer and investment company. The announcement closely follows brisk presales of its first Thailand club at Samrong, which signed over 1,000 presale members in just two weeks, and is the initial phase of an aggressive plan to open 30 fitness centers in the kingdom in five years.

Spanning more than 3,000 square meters, the S-OASIS club is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027 and is expected to serve office workers, corporate tenants and residents in the surrounding urban community. The agreement reflects World Gym's strategy of partnering with established property developers to secure locations in major commercial and mixed-use developments.

John Caraccio, President of World Gym Corporation, shares his vision about Thailand and its importance in the company's international growth strategy: "We have ambitious plans for Thailand and see the market as our beachhead for growth across Southeast Asia. We are working with major real estate groups, including Singha Estate, to accelerate our expansion and establish our clubs in prime commercial and mixed-use developments. Our goal is to build a strong, sustainable presence across Thailand while bringing World Gym's global fitness heritage to more local communities."

World Gym Samrong, located at Imperial World Samrong in the Bangkok metropolitan area, launched presales in late September 2026, offering members access to an internationally recognized fitness experience featuring high-quality strength and cardio equipment, functional training zones and technology-enabled member services.

Sivilai Pinsuwan, General Manager of World Gym Thailand, said, "Surpassing 1,000 presale members in just two weeks demonstrates strong pent-up demand for large-format fitness centers in Thailand. We see significant potential to serve more consumers with well-equipped, accessible fitness facilities that meet their evolving needs. The strong early response at Samrong gives us encouraging momentum as we prepare for our next location."

World Gym is also bringing HYROX to Thailand. Already HYROX's largest partner in the Asia-Pacific region, with the collaboration spanning its clubs in Taiwan, the brand plans to extend the partnership to Thailand later this year, entering a market where HYROX Bangkok drew more than 17,000 athletes in March.

Founded in California in 1976 at the iconic Muscle Beach, World Gym has grown into an internationally recognized fitness brand spanning six continents. In 2024, World Gym Corporation acquired World Gym International, taking ownership of the global brand and its intellectual property and operating rights.

With its American fitness heritage and Taiwan-listed operating platform, World Gym is positioning Thailand as a key market in its Southeast Asian expansion. Its planned investment and multi-location strategy aims to establish a scalable network across key urban markets, supported by partnerships with established property owners and developers.

About World Gym Corporation

World Gym Corporation is Taiwan's largest fitness chain, operating 142 locations. In 2024, it acquired World Gym International, securing the iconic World Gym brand and global operating rights, establishing itself as a global fitness leader. With a franchise network spanning 10 countries and 298 locations, it serves over 1,000,000 members. The company continues to empower individuals worldwide to achieve their fitness goals and live healthier lives through state-of-the-art facilities, innovative programs, and technology-driven solutions.

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Building on a successful collaboration in Florida, Seed Junky Genetics broadens its relationship with Trulieve through a new licensing agreement that expands access to its proprietary genetics to Pennsylvania.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Seed Junky Genetics, one of the cannabis industry's most influential genetics companies, today announced a significant expansion of its strategic partnership with Trulieve, extending the companies' successful relationship beyond a stand alone brand through a new, exclusive licensing agreement in Pennsylvania.

The collaboration between Seed Junky Genetics and Trulieve began in Florida, where Trulieve has successfully licensed Seed Junky Genetics for several years. As part of this expanded collaboration, Trulieve, one of the largest cannabis companies in the world will also reintroduce Seed Junky as a standalone brand in Florida while introducing authentic Seed Junky Genetics products to consumers throughout Pennsylvania through its cultivation, processing, packaging, and statewide distribution network.

The expanded partnership represents another major milestone in Seed Junky Genetics' carefully curated licensing strategy, strengthening its presence across important cannabis markets while reinforcing its commitment to partnering only with operators capable of delivering the quality, consistency, and cultivation excellence that define the Seed Junky brand.

Rather than pursuing rapid expansion, Seed Junky Genetics has built its licensing model around long-term relationships with trusted operators who share its commitment to exceptional cultivation, operational discipline, and preserving the integrity of its genetics. Trulieve's proven execution, multi-state cultivation expertise, regulatory leadership, and operational scale made the company a natural choice to deepen an already successful partnership.

"Great partnerships aren't built overnight—they're earned over time and through consistency and delivery," said JBeezy, Founder of Seed Junky Genetics. "We've worked alongside Trulieve in Florida for years and have seen firsthand their commitment to quality, consistency, and doing things the right way. Expanding into Pennsylvania together was a natural next step because we know they have the experience and infrastructure to deliver the Seed Junky experience that our consumers expect."

Under the expanded agreement, Seed Junky Genetics will continue providing its proprietary genetics, intellectual property, cultivation methodologies, operational support, and quality assurance standards. Trulieve will oversee cultivation, production, packaging, and distribution across its operations in Florida and Pennsylvania while maintaining the cultivation practices and brand standards that have become synonymous with Seed Junky Genetics.

The collaboration reflects a shared belief that exceptional cannabis begins with exceptional genetics and is brought to life through disciplined cultivation. By combining Seed Junky Genetics' decades of breeding expertise with Trulieve's established multi-state cultivation platform, the partnership is designed to deliver premium cannabis experiences while preserving the authenticity and consistency of the Seed Junky brand across every market.

The expanded partnership represents another important step in Seed Junky Genetics' long-term growth strategy, which emphasizes thoughtful expansion through carefully selected licensing partners rather than broad market saturation. Every collaboration is built around shared values, operational excellence, and protecting the integrity of the Seed Junky Genetics name.

About Seed Junky Genetics

Seed Junky Genetics is a brand with over two decades of experience in plant genetics research, cultivation methodology development, and operational collaboration across regulated markets. The company partners with select licensed operators domestically and internationally through a structured regional licensing model designed to support brand consistency, quality assurance, and long-term market growth. For more information, visit www.seedjunky.com.

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Studsvik signs landmark agreement to manage Norway's legacy spent nuclear fuel

The frame agreement with Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning (NND) runs until 2055, has an estimated contractual minimum value of about SEK 875 million and an estimated total value for Studsvik of SEK 3-4 billion, and covers transport, treatment to meet long-term storage requirements and interim storage of spent fuel from Norway's former research reactors. The final value will depend on the scope and budget set in the pre-study and on the work orders NND places, subject to permits in both countries.

NYKÖPING, Sweden, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Studsvik has signed a frame agreement with Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning (NND), the Norwegian state agency responsible for decommissioning the country's nuclear facilities, to manage spent nuclear fuel from the former research reactors at Halden and Kjeller. Studsvik will transport the fuel to its facilities in Sweden, inspect and treat it, and store it until it is returned to Norway.

This long-term agreement runs until 2055 and starts with a pre-study that will define the detailed project plan and budget, with the majority of work to be conducted over the coming two decades. It was signed in Halden on 16 October 2026 by Karl Thedéen, CEO of Studsvik, and Pål Mikkelsen, Director General of NND.

Norway holds about 16.5 tonnes of spent fuel from six decades of running nuclear research reactors. Much of it cannot be stored long term or disposed of in its current form. The inventory includes metallic uranium fuel, aluminium-clad fuel and experimental fuels.

Under the frame agreement, Studsvik will transport the fuel from Norway to its licensed facilities at Studsvik outside Nyköping, inspect it and, where required, treat it, including oxidation of metallic uranium fuel, to prepare it for interim storage and final disposal. The treated fuel will remain at Studsvik until it is returned to Norway for final disposal.

The pre-study begins immediately and will define in detail how the fuel is collected, transported, handled in Sweden and returned. On that basis, the parties will finalise the project plan and draft budget, and NND will place work orders for each stage, which are subject to required regulatory approvals and permits in both countries.

Studsvik estimates the total value of the agreement, including expected work orders for transport, treatment and storage, at SEK 3-4 billion over the period to 2055. NND estimates its contractual minimum commitment at about SEK 875 million, assuming all fuel has been transported to Sweden by 2035. NND may terminate the agreement following the pre-study with 12 months' notice, during which the fixed fee and minimum volume continue to apply, and may otherwise terminate it after five years with 18 months' notice.

In such cases, the minimum commitment would not be fully realised. The agreement is not expected to have a material impact on Studsvik's results for 2026 and 2027. Studsvik will provide further information once the project plan and budget have been finalised and the necessary permits have been obtained.

The agreement includes a fixed annual fee covering project management, regulatory work, security and the reservation of storage capacity at Studsvik. It builds on more than ten years of cooperation between Studsvik and the Norwegian nuclear sector, including a 2021 contract with the Institute for Energy Technology (IFE) to treat metallic uranium fuel from the JEEP I reactor at Kjeller.

Karl Thedéen, CEO of Studsvik, said: "This landmark agreement is the result of many years of work, and potentially one of the most significant in Studsvik's history. Norway needs a safe and lasting solution for fuel that has been in temporary storage, and we have the facilities, the licences and the expertise to deliver it. The agreement strengthens Studsvik's long-term business foundation for our Fuel, Materials and Waste Technology business area, and opens further international opportunities where we can take responsibility across the entire life cycle of nuclear power."

Pål Mikkelsen, Director General of Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning, said: "Safe management of the spent fuel from Halden and Kjeller is one of NND's most important tasks. Parts of the inventory must be treated before it can be stored safely over the long term, and Studsvik has the facilities and experience to do that. Our assessment is that this is the safest route, and that it is sound both environmentally and economically."

For more information, please contact:

Karl Thedéen, President and CEO, Studsvik AB (publ), [email protected]

Martin Andreasson, Senior Director Communications, Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning, [email protected]

Media enquiries: [email protected], +46 155 22 10 00

This information is information that Studsvik AB (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the Studsvik contact person set out above, at 10:25 CEST on 16 October 2026.

About Studsvik

Studsvik is an independent nuclear technology company active across the full nuclear lifecycle, from new build development to existing fleet services, operations support and decommissioning. It is a leading supplier of vendor-independent reactor analysis software, and its hot cell laboratories in Nyköping test fuel and materials for fission and fusion applications worldwide. Studsvik also provides radiation protection services and technology for treating radioactive waste, and handles and packages radioisotopes for healthcare and industry. ReFirm is Studsvik's platform for new nuclear development in Sweden. Founded in 1947 as the centre of Sweden's national nuclear programme, Studsvik today serves operators, fuel vendors, technology developers and regulators in more than 20 countries, has approximately 540 employees in six countries, and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (SVIK).

www.studsvik.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/studsvik/

About Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning

Norwegian Nuclear Decommissioning (Norsk nukleær dekommisjonering, NND) is a state agency under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries. NND is responsible for the safe decommissioning of Norway's nuclear facilities and the management of nuclear waste, including spent nuclear fuel.

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Following industrial investment from Midea Group, Jodell unveils full-stack new products for industrial embodied execution at CIIF

SHANGHAI, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following strategic industrial investment from Fortune Global 500 Midea Group, Suzhou-based Jodell Robotics made a notable appearance at CIIF, launching its full-stack industrial embodied execution product portfolio. The lineup includes three core products: the Mozart biomimetic five-finger dexterous hand, self-developed visuo-tactile sensors and an embodied intelligence data acquisition kit. Completing robots' full "perception-interaction-execution" chain, Jodell delivers full-stack capabilities and solutions for global research institutes, humanoid robot developers and high-end manufacturers.

The newly unveiled Mozart dexterous hand adopts a distributed full-domain tactile sensing design. Each finger integrates high-precision tactile sensors to capture multi-dimensional data such as contact force and position in real time. Powered by Jodell's proprietary drive and control algorithms, it achieves high-precision, flexible fine grasping. Suitable for semiconductors, 3C electronics, lithium batteries and life science automation, it handles precision assembly, sample processing and flexible picking of irregular materials, addressing practical challenges for industrial embodied robots and enabling reliable deployment of embodied intelligence on precision manufacturing lines.

Jodell's founding team contributed to China's first space robot and boasts nearly 30 years of aerospace-grade engineering expertise. For the "hand", Jodell fully self-develops electric grippers and dexterous hands for micron-level precision. For the "eye", it develops visuo-tactile sensors and collaborates with Professor Gerald E. Loeb, SynTouch founder and US National Academy of Sciences member. Leveraging BioTac technology adopted by Shadow Robot, they co-develop new human-like tactile sensors that detect force, vibration and temperature with inherent resistance to industrial electromagnetic interference, with mass production accelerated in Suzhou. For the "brain" and data, Jodell builds an embodied data platform and embodied brain, accumulating operational insights from real production data. This forms its complete "hand-eye-brain-data" system. Standardized modular execution units and industrial workstations bridge the "last millimeter" between intelligence and the physical world, turning embodied intelligence into verifiable factory productivity.

Jodell's portfolio covers 17 series and over 50 mass-produced products, with annual capacity exceeding 100,000 units. Having served more than 6,000 global customers across dozens of countries, it supplies robust robot end-effectors and aims to lead and set standards for the global industrial embodied intelligence execution layer.

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LONDON, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Globeleq, one of Africa's leading independent power producers and Globeleq, the majority shareholder in Central Térmica de Temane, S.A. (CTT) welcomes the judgment of the English High Court in CTT's proceedings against Banco Santander, S.A. (Santander) handed down on 13 October 2026.

In its ruling, the Commercial Court held that Santander has no defence to CTT's claims for payment under two autonomous on-demand bonds issued in support of the construction of the 450 MW Temane power project in Mozambique. The Court confirmed that CTT made valid demands under the bonds for a total principal amount of US$90,796,078.66.

The Court rejected Santander's reliance on an interim injunction obtained by TSK from a Spanish court. It held that Santander's contractual obligation is to make payment into CTT's designated account in Mozambique, and that Mozambique is therefore the place of performance. The Spanish injunction does not provide Santander with a defence to that payment obligation.

The Court further found that Santander made no effort to have the Spanish injunction discharged and had not established that intervention by it in the Spanish proceedings would have made no difference. The judgment records that Santander's continued failure to honour approximately US$90 million of on-demand bonds could have a seriously adverse effect on its international reputation.

Santander's applications for a stay of enforcement and for a deferred payment order were refused. The Court found that there had already been "very substantial delay" in payment and that further delay and uncertainty should not be facilitated, given the crucial commercial function of demand bonds as being "akin to cash" and the "lifeblood of commerce".

Globeleq's CEO Jonathan Hoffmann said:

"This is a clear and important judgment. The Court has confirmed that CTT's demands were valid, that Santander has no defence to CTT's payment claims, and that there should be no further stay or deferral. This matters for the Temane project, which is nationally significant energy project for Mozambique. The purpose of these on-demand bonds was to provide immediate and reliable financial protection for the project. That protection has now been upheld by the English Court.

Globeleq as the majority shareholder of the Temane project, calls on Santander to respect the Court's judgment, honour its contractual commitments and make payment without further delay. After more than 18 months of non-payment, further proceedings would only prolong the uncertainty that the Court has expressly declined to facilitate."

The CTT and Temane project teams, remains focused on the delivery and operation of the Temane project and on meeting its commitments to the project's stakeholders.

About Globeleq

Globeleq is a leading developer, owner, and operator of electricity generation in Africa, delivering tailored energy solutions and supporting the region's energy transition. Since 2002, Globeleq has built a diverse portfolio of independent power plants, currently generating 1,660 MW across 17 power plants in seven countries, with 665 MW under construction and more than 2,000 MW in development. Globeleq is owned by British International Investment and Norfund, the UK and Norwegian development finance institutions. For more details: www.globeleq.com

About British International Investment

British International Investment is the UK's development finance institution and impact investor. The organisation invests in businesses in developing countries to improve people's lives and help protect the planet. BII's work targets the underlying causes of poverty and the climate crisis, helping countries break free from aid dependency for good. Between 2026-2031, at least 40 per cent of BII's total new commitments by value will be in climate finance. BII is also a founding member of the 2X Challenge, which raised over USD 33 billion between 2018-2023 to empower women's economic development. The company has investments in nearly 1,700 businesses and total net assets of GBP 9.88 billion. For more information, visit: www.bii.co.uk | watch here. Follow British International Investment on LinkedIn, Bluesky and X.

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Croatian Railway Tunnel Rejuvenated with Crystalline Admixture-Treated Shotcrete

The rehabilitation of the Dujmovača Tunnel in Split, Croatia, strengthened the railway tunnel lining with upgraded waterproofing designed to prevent water seepage and support long-term structural stability. PENETRON ADMIX, a crystalline waterproofing admixture, was incorporated into the tunnel's shotcrete layers in late 2025 to meet durability requirements and help keep the project on schedule.

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Part of the Split suburban railway line, the Dujmovača Tunnel (M604) is one of two railway tunnels running beneath the city center of Split, Croatia. Split is now the country's second-largest city and a key economic, cultural, and transportation hub for the region.

The tunnel lining rehabilitation focused on upgrading waterproofing and drainage to control water ingress and improve long-term structural performance. The original design called for a dimpled membrane system to direct water inflows to through drains and half-pipes into a drainage channel and covered

"Several challenges emerged during implementation. The specified composite drainage material was no longer available and shotcrete adhesion tests produced values below the required threshold," notes Theodor Mentzikofakis, Managing Director and Partner of Penetron Hellas. "These issues highlighted the need for improved mechanical resistance and enhanced waterproofing performance, which led to a redesign of the system."

The revised technical approach addressed the limitations of the original design through several alternative solutions. Two options required an increased number of implementation steps and increased total construction costs. The third proposal introduced a new technical solution that combined reinforcement mesh with two additional waterproofing shotcrete layers (8 cm on the base layer and new 10 cm on untreated surfaces). This strategy would create a static arch effect to enhance mechanical resistance.

As part of the waterproofing and repair process, PENETRON ADMIX, a crystalline admixture for concrete, was proposed as an optimal waterproofing enhancement for the shotcrete layers. PENETRON, a topical crystalline waterproofing material and PENEPLUG, a rapid-setting crystalline compound, were also specified to stop active leaks and repair surface cracking in the tunnel walls.

PENETRON ADMIX offered several engineering advantages. The admixture delivers waterproofing performance comparable to two layers of a sprayed waterproofing membrane system and reacts with water and moisture to self-seal cracks. Installation was also simplified because the shotcrete could be applied in thicker layers, such as a 3+8 cm configuration instead of the original 3+3+4-cm sequence. This approach generated significant time savings by eliminating approximately 60 days originally allocated for waterproofing works and enabled faster rehabilitation even when limited to a 6½-hour daily work window.

"Testing and validation showed water penetration depth was reduced by 83% after ten cycles. This showed how PENETRON ADMIX SB significantly improved the water resistance of the shotcrete layers," concludes Theodor Mentzikofakis. "The admixture was a cost-effective and time-efficient alternative to traditional PVC sheet membranes as well as sprayed waterproofing systems. It also improved mechanical resistance through the combined use of reinforcement mesh and crystalline-enhanced shotcrete."

The Penetron Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty construction products for concrete waterproofing, concrete repairs, and floor preparation systems. The Group operates through a global network, offering support to the design and construction community through its regional offices, representatives, and distribution channels.

For more information on Penetron waterproofing solutions, please visit penetron(dot)com or Facebook(dot)com/ThePenetronGroup,

SOURCE The Penetron Group

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