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Expanding Global Connections: Guzhen Lighting Fair Sets its Sights on the Thai Market

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ZHONGSHAN, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With the cool breeze of autumn, the 31st China (Guzhen) International Lighting Fair (simply known as Guzhen Lighting Fair) is set to open its doors this October! The Fair will adopt a “1+8+N” exhibition-store linkage model and showcase the innovation and diversity within the lighting industry. Covering the entire supply chain, the event will feature a wide range of exhibitors, products, and a series of professional activities. From high-end smart lighting to creative artistic fixtures, and from industry giants to emerging brands, this spectacular event will gather them all under one roof. With 3,500 premium enterprises and over 1.5 million square meters of exhibition space, it promises to be a one-stop international trade platform.

Visa-Free Policies Between China and Thailand Illuminate New Opportunities for Cooperation

With the promotion of the Belt and Road Initiative and the official launch of visa-free policies between China and Thailand, the economic and trade cooperation between the two countries has entered a new phase. The Thai lighting market is rapidly developing, with a growing demand for high-quality lighting products. According to data from the China Association of Lighting Industry (CALI), Thailand ranked among the top 10 countries for China’s lighting exports from January to July this year. In response to these market trends, Guzhen Lighting Fair has been quick to seize opportunities and was invited to participate in LED Expo Thailand 2024. By extending its reach into markets along the Belt and Road, the Fair continues to expand its international network and strengthen its presence in overseas markets.

Guzhen Lighting Fair Strengthened the Partnership With LED Expo Thailand

LED Expo Thailand 2024 was held from September 5 to 7 at the Impact Exhibition and Convention Center in Bangkok, coinciding with the Smart Living Expo. Under the theme “Connected Lighting for Sustainable Living,” the event focused on providing innovative lighting solutions for sustainable lighting, energy-efficient lighting, healthcare & social care lighting, horticulture lighting, human-centric lighting, and smart lighting.

Global Invitations to Build a New Lighting Ecosystem

Guzhen Lighting Fair has been closely monitoring the development trends in the Thai lighting market, aiming to serve as a solid bridge for communication and collaboration between domestic exhibitors and international buyers. At the LED Expo Thailand, Guzhen Lighting Fair’s international promotion team engaged in in-depth discussions with buyers to precisely match their needs.

By showcasing captivating videos of previous fairs and distributing promotional materials, potential buyers were able to quickly grasp key information about the event, including highlights, exhibitor offerings, and entry policies. This approach successfully attracted numerous high-quality buyers from Thailand and Southeast Asia, many of whom pre-registered on-site and expressed great anticipation for the 31st Guzhen Lighting Fair. Meanwhile, the Hosted Buyer Program drew significant attention, with many international buyers inquiring about the event and expressing strong interest in participating.

Hosted Buyer Program: Expanding New Avenues for International Cooperation

There are many buyers on site who want to know more about Hosted Buyer Program (HBP). The 2024 HBP is an immersive experience tailored specifically for international buyers and invites high-quality professional buyer delegations from Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas to participate. Through precise matchmaking and a variety of convenient services, buyers will gain in-depth knowledge of Guzhen, China’s City of Lighting, and the lighting industry in Zhongshan. They will have the opportunity to visit local lighting marketplaces, allowing them to identify and connect with suitable premium suppliers. To date, more than 200 top international buyers have registered for the event.

In addition to the enthusiastic response from international buyers, several exhibitors from the LED Expo Thailand have also inquired about participating in the Guzhen Lighting Fair. These exhibitors expressed a strong desire to showcase their latest products and technologies at the Fair, engage with buyers from around the world, and explore new opportunities for growth and collaboration.

The Guzhen Lighting Fair is not just a lighting exhibition; it serves as a vital window for the Chinese lighting industry to engage with the world. Every showcase here has the potential to spark new business collaborations, and every interaction may open doors to new market opportunities. We look forward to welcoming global buyers and exhibitors to the 31st Guzhen Lighting Fair from October 22 to 26. Together, we will witness this grand event in the lighting industry, illuminating the future and connecting the world!

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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ST Engineering iDirect and MBSat Partner to Build Next-Generation Sovereign Connectivity Services Across Oman and the Middle East

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Intuition ground system selected to support MBSat’s planned 2027 service launch, enabling accelerated deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable service growth

HERNDON, Va., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect today announced a strategic partnership with Mohammed Al Barwani Satellite Company (MBSat), part of Mohammed Al Barwani Group, to provide the ground system technology foundation for MBSat’s next-generation satellite gateway and network operations across Oman and the wider Middle East region. Intuition will provide a flexible, software-defined foundation to support sovereign connectivity services, enabling efficient service deployment, dynamic resource management and scalable network operations.

Intuition will deliver a turnkey ground segment solution that accelerates deployment, simplifies operations and gives MBSat the flexibility to scale services as demand grows. The software-defined platform enables dynamic resource management, service automation and seamless integration with existing and future operational systems. The solution also includes Ka-band gateway infrastructure, service provisioning and management capabilities, open API integration frameworks, training and full-lifecycle support. Together, these capabilities will help MBSat launch and operate services efficiently while adapting to evolving market requirements.

The network will leverage capacity from MB Sat-1, a sovereign MicroGEO satellite, with planned service launch in 2027, to support flexible, scalable connectivity services across the region.

The partnership reflects growing investment in sovereign communications infrastructure across the Middle East as operators seek greater control over service delivery, network expansion and long-term technology evolution.

“This partnership represents an important milestone in our efforts to build an advanced satellite communications platform in Oman and the region,” said Ammar Al Rawahi, General Manager, MBSat. “Through our collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect, we are establishing the technical infrastructure required to launch services efficiently, respond to evolving customer needs and expand into new markets, supporting the sustainable long-term growth of our business.”

“We are providing MBSat with a flexible, software-defined ground platform that integrates with its existing operational environment,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Executive Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “This enables more efficient service deployment and operations today, with the flexibility to scale, introduce new capabilities and evolve as requirements change.”

About ST Engineering iDirect

ST Engineering iDirect, a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is a global leader in satellite communications, providing technology and solutions that enable its customers to expand their business, differentiate their services and optimize their networks. Through its portfolio of ground infrastructure, intelligent networking and advanced satellite communications solutions, the company supports operators, service providers, governments and enterprises worldwide.

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Global Security & Technology Summit Unveils Month-Long Program of Activities Ahead of December Event

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Organizing Committee of the Global Security & Technology Summit (GSTS) held an introductory session today at the Ministry of Interior’s headquarters in Riyadh, bringing together representatives from the government, private, and nonprofit sectors to introduce the program of activities leading up to the summit. The upcoming summit will be held in Riyadh under the patronage of HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, under the supervision of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy.

During the session, the Organizing Committee presented the comprehensive GSTS program, comprising three key components: GSTS Month, running from November 1 to 30, 2026; the Global Security & Innovation Fair (SAIF), taking place from November 24 to 26, 2026; and the main Summit, scheduled for December 18 to 20, 2026, in Riyadh. Together, these events form an integrated program designed to advance security and technology innovation, strengthen national capabilities, and foster international cooperation.

GSTS Month will feature working groups, boot camps, training programs, knowledge-sharing sessions, and technical workshops across Saudi Arabia’s 13 administrative regions, delivered both in person and remotely in collaboration with specialized entities. The month-long program aims to develop national capabilities, identify emerging talent, enrich knowledge-sharing opportunities, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to develop innovative solutions to future security and technology challenges.

The main Summit will bring together global leaders, decision-makers, experts, and innovators to explore the future of security and technology, promote the integration of advanced technologies within the security sector, strengthen national capabilities, support innovation, and foster international cooperation, further positioning the Kingdom as a global hub for security and technology.

Showcasing the latest technological breakthroughs and security solutions, the summit will bring together government entities, private sector organizations, academic institutions, and research centers to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration across key fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), smart security solutions, emerging technologies, and crisis management. The program will also feature main sessions, specialized discussions, and interactive exhibitions. Registration is available at gsts.sa.

Advisor to HRH the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Ahmed Altowayan, stated that the summit builds on Saudi Arabia’s efforts to establish an advanced security and technology ecosystem focused on knowledge and innovation, keeping pace with rapid developments and future challenges.

Mr. Altowayan noted that the summit is a global platform for strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise, anticipating future developments in security and technology, and developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and readiness of security systems.

Vice Chairman of the GSTS Organizing Committee, Eng. Abdulaziz Alhammadi, said that the summit will offer a range of integrated programs and activities focused on enhancing national skills, encouraging innovation, and supporting international cooperation.

He added that GSTS Month will help build national capabilities, discover talent, and develop skills, with SAIF providing a platform for innovators and researchers from around the world to showcase leading technological solutions, while the main Summit will bring together leaders and experts to discuss the future of security and technology and explore new strategic partnership opportunities.

SAIF will take place at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, bringing together innovators, researchers, technology talents, and industry experts from around the world to showcase promising innovations and projects across 14 fields of technology and innovation. The fair will provide opportunities to engage with project owners, including students, graduates, and entrepreneurs, and explore the different stages of innovation development through interactive zones, panel discussions on emerging security and innovation trends, and knowledge-sharing workshops led by specialists. Visitor registration is open to participants from within and outside the Kingdom through saifair.sa.

The introductory session also featured contributions from representatives of government, private, and nonprofit sector entities, alongside members of the media. Discussions focused on developing national capabilities in security and technology, strengthening students’ technical expertise, translating scientific research into practical solutions, and supporting Saudi companies in developing security and technology solutions and advancing digital transformation.

Organized by the Ministry of Interior in cooperation with Tuwaiq Academy, GSTS is produced by Tahaluf, with the Ministry of Education serving as Strategic Scientific Partner, Tahakom as Founding Partner, and Elm as Principal Partner.

Registration for participants from within and outside the Kingdom is available at gsts.sa.

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