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Frost & Sullivan recognizes Mercanis for product innovation, customer-centricity, and AI leadership in redefining digital procurement across Europe. SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Mercanis has been honored with the 2025 European Product Leadership Recognition in the procurement sector for its outstanding achievements in product innovation, automation, and customer-centric digital transformation. This recognition highlights Mercanis's consistent leadership in driving efficiency, agility, and resilience while building customer trust through strong data governance and an AI-enhanced procurement environment. Guided by a long-term growth strategy focused on digital procurement transformation, an AI-enhanced environment, and an orchestration-first approach, Mercanis has shown its ability to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving landscape. The company's strategic agility and sustained investment in automation, data-driven intelligence, and resilient procurement architectures have enabled it to scale effectively across European markets, including Germany, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Innovation is central to Mercanis's approach. Mercanis combines a unified procurement backbone with an intelligent AI layer, bringing both the core platform and agentic intelligence into one connected system. Its AI-driven architecture reimagines procurement through intelligent automation, advanced analytics, and a highly user-centric design. By eliminating manual work, unifying fragmented data into a single source of truth, and delivering full visibility across categories and geographies, Mercanis enables faster, more informed decision-making. Mercanis empowers procurement teams to enhance efficiency, compliance, and collaboration across the entire S2C lifecycle. Building on agentic AI, the company continues to introduce new agents and capabilities that operate directly within this backbone, strengthening enterprise resilience and significantly accelerating buyer productivity. "Frost & Sullivan commends Mercanis for its relentless innovation in redefining what modern procurement software can achieve. The company demonstrates foresight in anticipating industry trends and agility in turning market shifts into a competitive advantage. These strengths position it as a first mover in shaping the next generation of intelligent, connected, and human-centered procurement solutions," said Heena Juneja, industry principal at Frost & Sullivan. "For the first time, technology is truly ready to address the growing geopolitical, operational, and structural complexity of global procurement. With Mercanis, we are moving procurement from fragmented tools and manual coordination to an AI-orchestrated operating model – where specialized AI agents connect data, guide execution, and give teams back control, speed, and strategic focus," said Fabian Heinrich, CEO & Co-Founder of Mercanis. Mercanis's unwavering commitment to customer experience further strengthens its leadership position. By aligning product innovation with real-world procurement challenges and embedding customer-centricity into its platform design, the company consistently enhances user adoption, transparency, and trust. Strong data governance and secure architectures ensure reliability while supporting scalable, compliant procurement operations for diverse industries, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, energy, and utilities. Frost & Sullivan commends Mercanis for setting a high standard in product leadership, innovation, and market responsiveness. The company's vision, continuous innovation pipeline, and focus on intelligent orchestration are shaping the future of procurement and enabling enterprises to transform procurement into a strategic, data-driven function. Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Product Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding product strategy and execution, resulting in measurable improvements in efficiency, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. It recognizes forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence. Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition Frost & Sullivan's Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.Contact us: Start the discussion. Contact Camila TinajeroE: camila.tinajero@frost.com About Mercanis Mercanis is the AI platform for the agentic procurement era. Founded in 2020, Mercanis helps organizations transform fragmented procurement environments into one connected, intelligent operating model. Whether deployed as a full procurement platform or as an agentic AI layer on top of existing systems, Mercanis unifies your procurement function and uses 55 specialized AI agents to orchestrate the entire procurement lifecycle. Today, Mercanis supports more than 50 customers across multiple industries and operates with a team of over 80 employees across Europe and the United States, with three technology hubs across two continents.
HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, is honored to be one of the key contributors supporting the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) in shaping the Project Cargo× Recommendation Report (Report), officially released on 19 January. The report represents eight months of collaboration across 24 industry experts from banks, cargo data providers, credit reference agencies, export credit insurers, government agencies and international organisations. Having participated actively in the Expert Panel discussions and development of the recommendations, Dun & Bradstreet is pleased to witness this important milestone for strengthening Hong Kong's position as a leading global trade finance hub. The Cargo× Year end Forum in December 2025 gathered 24 Expert Panel members to finalize the Recommendation Report, with Dun & Bradstreet actively contributing as one of the key participants. Source: Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Press Release dated 19 January 2026. The Report consolidates research, industry insights and pilot experience into 20 initiatives that form a roadmap for a trusted, data driven and globally connected digital trade ecosystem. The HKMA's strategy is anchored in three pillars: data, infrastructure and connectivity. These pillars aim to accelerate data enabled trade finance automation and availability, enhance digital trade infrastructure, and expand cross border connectivity to maintain Hong Kong's competitiveness as a trade hub. Together, they outline Hong Kong's path toward a more efficient and internationally connected digital trade environment. As an Expert Panel member, Dun & Bradstreet fully supports the HKMA's direction and remains committed to empowering the ecosystem with the trusted data and intelligence needed to bring the strategy to life. Through the Commercial Data Interchange (CDI), Dun & Bradstreet will continue collaborating with data providers to enable access to reliable business and logistics information that reduces manual checks, improves the consistency of credit assessments and strengthens risk oversight. The Report also underscores the importance of facilitating diligence in trade counterparties, an initiative where Dun & Bradstreet contributes essential business identity, ownership, and counterparty relationship data. These insights help banks validate the authenticity of trade transactions, understand supply chain structures, and identify potential risks with greater clarity. By improving visibility into how companies operate and who they trade with, Dun & Bradstreet provides the transparency and confidence that the industry partners identified as critical for expanding access to trade finance, particularly for SMEs. "Project Cargo× reinforces the importance of trusted, interoperable data as the backbone of Hong Kong's digital trade future," said Andrew Wu, General Manager of Dun & Bradstreet China. "Dun & Bradstreet is proud to support the initiative with our global business and logistics data, from DUNS® identity and ownership mapping to shipping intelligence that helps illuminate cargo movements, counterparties and potential risks. We will continue working closely with the HKMA and industry partners to provide the data transparency needed to build a more connected, resilient and competitive trade finance ecosystem." Andrew Wu of Dun & Bradstreet participates in the Project Cargo× Expert Panel meeting, contributing insights to the development of the Recommendation Report. © Hong Kong Monetary Authority. Dun & Bradstreet remains committed to supporting the HKMA as the Project Cargo× roadmap transitions from recommendations to implementation. As one of the data providers referenced in the Report, the company will continue contributing trusted business, counterparty and supply chain intelligence to advance multiple data enabled objectives, including enhanced due diligence, improved trade verification and deeper visibility into trading relationships. To download the full Report, please visit: https://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/news-and-media/press-releases/2026/01/20260119-3/ ### About Dun & Bradstreet Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, enables companies around the world to improve their business performance. Dun & Bradstreet's Data Cloud fuels solutions and delivers insights that empower customers to accelerate revenue, lower costs, mitigate risk, and transform their businesses. Since 1841, companies of every size have relied on Dun & Bradstreet to help them manage risk and reveal opportunity. We combine global data with local insights to help our clients to make smarter decisions. For more information on Dun & Bradstreet, please visit www.dnb.com.hk.
MUMBAI, India, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking a major milestone, Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI) announced the signing of its first newbuild contract for six (6) IMO Type II chemical tankers, each of 18,000 DWT, to be constructed at its revitalized shipyard in Gujarat, India. An aerial view of Swan Defence and Heavy Industries shipyard in Gujarat, India. Valued at USD 227 million, the contract from leading European shipowner Rederiet Stenersen AS, the first and the largest chemical tanker order awarded to an Indian shipyard, reaffirming SDHI's capabilities in delivering complex, world-class commercial vessels. The agreement includes an option for an additional six sister vessels. The first vessel is scheduled for delivery within 33 months, with subsequent deliveries planned at regular intervals. The vessels will be designed by Marinform AS and StoGda Ship Design & Engineering and classed by DNV. Built to Ice Class 1A standards, the tankers will feature advanced dual-fuel LNG ready hybrid propulsion, enabling multiple operational modes supported by high levels of automation. Vivek Merchant, Director, SDHI, said, "This marks a historic milestone in the shipyard's new journey toward becoming a state-of-the-art shipbuilding hub. The order from Rederiet Stenersen AS underscores global confidence in our ability to deliver future-ready, high-quality vessels. This agreement is not only a significant achievement for SDHI but also a strong endorsement of India's growing commercial shipbuilding ecosystem. Progressive maritime policies, including the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance scheme, have enabled Indian private shipyards to compete successfully with leading global peers. We sincerely thank Rederiet Stenersen AS for their trust and support in SDHI as we embark on this important partnership." This is the first newbuild order at India's largest shipyard following its revitalization under the new management of Swan Corp Limited, the parent company of SDHI. John Stenersen, Director – Ship Management, Rederiet Stenersen AS, said, "This is our first newbuilding contract placed with an Indian shipyard, following a comprehensive technical and commercial evaluation. Our decision reflects strong confidence in SDHI's infrastructure, engineering capabilities, and readiness to deliver specialized vessels that meet Stenersen's global standards, while remaining cost competitive." About SDHI Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited (SDHI), formerly Reliance Naval and Engineering Limited, is a leading shipbuilding and heavy fabrication company in India. The shipyard operates India's largest dry dock (662 m × 65 m) and has a fabrication capacity of 164,000 tonnes annum. Website: www.sdhi.co.inPress Queries: media@swan.co.in
Alibaba Cloud and NVIDIA as Key Technology Partners. Usher in a New Era of Industrial AI.HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 January 2026 - AsiaInfo Technologies Limited ("AsiaInfo Technologies" or the "Company"; HKEX stock code: 01675), a leading provider of software products, solutions, and services, and ABB Robotics jointly established the "Embodied Intelligence Laboratory" and held its inauguration ceremony at AsiaInfo Plaza in Beijing on 25 January. Tian Suning, Chairman of AsiaInfo Technologies, and Dr. Ouyang Ye, Chief Executive Office and Chief Technology Officer of AsiaInfo Technologies, together with Han Chen, Vice President of ABB Group and President of ABB Robotics China, jointly held an unveiling ceremony for the laboratory. Li Li, Vice President of the Government-Enterprise Business Unit at Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group, attended the ceremony as key technology partners, witnessing this milestone that ushers in a new phase of integration between Physical AI technologies and the real economy. ABB Robotics is one of the world's leading robotics suppliers, offering a comprehensive and integrated portfolio that includes industrial and collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), controllers, application solutions, services, and equipment. Powered by its intelligent software, its technologies help businesses across industries from automotive to electronics and logistics to become more resilient, flexible, and efficient. As AI rapidly moves from the digital realm into the physical world, Physical AI, as the key bridge linking AI capabilities with real‑world industries, is becoming a core engine driving the intelligent upgrade of manufacturing sector. Against this backdrop, AsiaInfo Technologies has established a strategic partnership with ABB Robotics to jointly set up the Embodied Intelligence Laboratory, integrating both parties' core strengths in foundation AI large models, industrial automation, communications technologies and robot control. The laboratory will focus on cutting‑edge areas such as industrial simulation and Physical AI, aiming to break through bottlenecks in the perception, decision‑making and execution capabilities of intelligent agents in complex real‑world scenarios. It will build an end‑to‑end innovation system spanning technology research and development ("R&D"), technology commercialization and large‑scale industrial deployment, thereby injecting strong AI‑driven momentum into high‑quality development. As a leader in full‑stack digital‑intelligence capabilities, AsiaInfo Technologies will take AI large model application as the core lever, deeply integrating its strengths in 5G‑A telecommunications technology and network security to drive technology integration and large‑scale deployment at the laboratory. By developing replicable, scalable scenario‑based solutions, the Company will accelerate the rollout and value realisation of innovation in the intelligent manufacturing sector. Leveraging its global expertise in industrial automation and flexible control, ABB Robotics will provide the laboratory with real‑world, production‑line use cases and strong engineering support capabilities, enabling efficient validation, optimisation and iteration of technical solutions, and achieving deep coupling and mutual empowerment between technology and application scenarios. The laboratory will leverage external technology partners to reinforce its R&D capabilities. By utilising Alibaba Cloud's massive data processing power and cutting‑edge algorithmic frameworks such as Vision‑Language‑Action (VLA), and NVIDIA accelerated computing technology for training optimisation, it will significantly speeding up the industrialisation of Physical AI technologies. The Embodied Intelligence Laboratory jointly established by AsiaInfo Technologies and ABB Robotics has been officially launched, marking the shift of their strategic partnership into a practical stage of implementation based on previous research. This collaboration represents not only a forward-looking initiative by both parties to deploy cutting-edge technologies and fulfill their industrial responsibilities, but also a pivotal step in advancing Physical AI from the laboratory into real-world applications on the factory floor. Looking forward, AsiaInfo Technologies together with partners including ABB Robotics and Alibaba Cloud, will use the laboratory as a core platform to deepen technical collaboration and scenario co‑creation, drive large‑scale deployment of Physical AI in industry, build a globally impactful benchmark for industrial intelligence, and help shape an open and collaborative Physical AI ecosystem. Hashtag: #AsiaInfoThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
The company is acknowledged for enabling digital transformation, performance-driven smart manufacturing, and scalable manufacturing software innovation across European factories and globally. SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Accevo has received the 2025 European Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition for its outstanding achievements in technology innovation, execution excellence, and customer impact for manufacturing software for the smart factories industry. This recognition highlights Accevo's consistent leadership in enabling measurable operational improvements, accelerating digital transformation, and delivering performance-focused solutions in an increasingly complex manufacturing environment. Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Accevo demonstrated excellence across both dimensions by aligning its modular smart factory strategy with evolving market requirements and executing it with speed, flexibility, and scale. According to Sankara Narayanan, Industry Director at Frost & Sullivan, Accevo distinguishes itself by delivering a comprehensive manufacturing software platform that enhances operational efficiency, enables seamless and plant-wide data visibility, and supports manufacturers in fully leveraging smart manufacturing technologies to drive productivity and performance. Guided by a long-term growth strategy centered on modular expansion, rapid deployment, and deep manufacturing domain expertise, Accevo continues to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape. Headquartered in Poland, the company offers a unified Smart Factory platform that integrates manufacturing execution systems, manufacturing operations management, OEE monitoring, advanced planning and scheduling, computerized maintenance management, quality management, energy management, and paperless manufacturing. This single-platform approach allows manufacturers to start with targeted use cases and scale rapidly as operational needs evolve. Innovation remains central to Accevo's approach. Designed with performance as its core focus, the Accevo Smart Factory platform accelerates production, reduces downtime and waste, optimizes energy consumption, and supports paperless operations. The software integrates with any enterprise resource planning system and connects seamlessly with both modern and legacy machines through advanced IIoT connectivity. "Manufacturers need solutions that deliver speed, flexibility, and ROI. Accevo's Smart Factory platform helps companies start small, scale fast, and achieve excellence. With a cloud-based system built on modern microservices architecture, we provide one comprehensive platform for all factory needs. We're proud Frost & Sullivan recognizes our vision." said Szymon Piróg, Chief Executive Officer at Accevo. Accevo's commitment to customer experience reinforces its leadership position. Its out-of-the-box, cloud-native solution, supported by on-premises deployment capabilities where required, enables fast implementation using the company's proven 3-3-3 methodology. Industry-specific suites for FMCG, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and other process industries address critical requirements related to efficiency, traceability, compliance, and uptime. Backed by a global support organization and a large in-house team of automation and machine connectivity experts, Accevo delivers reliable, flexible, and partnership-driven implementations across regions. Frost & Sullivan commends Accevo for setting a high benchmark in enabling technology leadership in the manufacturing software market. The company's comprehensive platform, execution capability, and deep industry understanding position it as a trusted partner for manufacturers advancing toward smart factories and data-driven operations. Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in operational performance, customer value, and competitive positioning. Frost & Sullivan Best Practices RecognitionFrost & Sullivan's Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards. Contact us: Start the discussion. Contact: contact@accevo.com Tarini SinghE: Tarini.Singh@frost.com About AccevoAccevo delivers IT solutions for manufacturing, building a Smart Factory ecosystem that connects shop-floor automation with business systems. We focus on simple daily use and measurable improvements in OEE, quality, and decision speed. As part of the Dürr Group, we combine access to global engineering expertise with an agile, fast-deployment approach. Our MES-class systems cover OEE, traceability, paperless processes, planning, quality, and energy, delivered end-to-end and integrated with machines and ERP to provide a single, real-time view of production. The Dürr Group is one of the world's leading mechanical and plant engineering firms with particular expertise in the technology fields of automation, digitalization, and energy efficiency. Its products, systems, and services enable highly efficient and sustainable manufacturing processes – mainly in the automotive industry, for producers of furniture and timber houses, as well as in the assembly of medical and electrical products and in battery production. The Dürr Group generated sales of €4.7 billion in 2024 and currently has around 18,000 employees and 130 business locations in 32 countries. Since the sale of its environmental technology division at the end of October 2025, the business has been consolidated into three divisions: Automotive: painting technology, final assembly, testing and filling technology Industrial Automation: assembly and test systems for automotive components, medical devices, and consumer goods as well as balancing technology solutions and coating systems for battery electrodes Woodworking: machinery and equipment for the woodworking industry
BANDUNG, Indonesia and SINGAPORE, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Surya Energi Indotama (SEI), a subsidiary of PT Len Industri (Persero) specializing in New and Renewable Energy, has officially entered into a strategic synergy with Ampotech Pte. Ltd. This collaboration was marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding a strategic partnership for the development of energy management solutions in Indonesia. SEI and AMPOTECH staff at SEI office in Bandung The collaboration aims to integrate the expertise of both parties in marketing solutions for energy conservation, energy efficiency, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) based solutions. SEI, which holds a strong track record in solar energy development in Indonesia, will collaborate with Ampotech to utilize energy management hardware and software technology to provide added value for the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Key areas of cooperation agreed upon include: System Integration: Conducting testing and integration of Ampotech products with various other supporting applications. Joint Development: Developing joint marketing and publication materials to promote integrated energy efficiency solutions. Project Collaboration: Leveraging the extensive networks of both companies for strategic projects. Knowledge Sharing: Organizing joint training sessions and workshops to strengthen technical understanding. Khanestyo, as the Director of Marketing and Business Development at SEI, stated that this partnership is a concrete step by the company in supporting the acceleration of the national energy transition. By combining SEI's products with Ampotech's automation and optimization solutions, it is expected that energy efficiency across various sectors can be achieved more optimally. Ampotech CEO William Temple sees the partnership as a significant milestone for the Indonesia market, which Ampotech entered in October 2025. By working with SEI, the company expects to accelerate deployment with Indonesian businesses and better serve customers outside Jakarta. It is hoped that this MOU will serve as a strong foundation for both companies to explore more specific and definitive cooperation programs in the future. With a spirit of innovation, SEI remains committed to delivering sustainable clean energy solutions for a greener future for Indonesia. About Ampotech Ampotech Pte. Ltd. is a leading energy solution provider in Southeast Asia. Headquartered in Singapore with operations in 6 countries, Ampotech helps businesses improve energy efficiency in commercial buildings and factories, manage distributed energy resources such as solar rooftops and battery energy storage systems, and simplify sustainability reporting and data integration with legacy sensors and systems. For more information visit www.ampotech.com About SEI PT Surya Energi Indotama (SEI) was established on December 6, 2007 and was taken over as a subsidiary of PT Len Industri (Persero) on January 14, 2009. SEI is a pioneer and trusted company in the field of renewable energy, especially solar energy in Indonesia. For more information visit https://suryaenergi.co.id
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