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Supernal, CHC Helicopter and Heli-One Collaborate to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Networks

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Agreement envisions CHC Helicopter operating and Heli-One maintaining Supernal eVTOL vehicles

IRVINE, Calif. and IRVING, Texas, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Supernal LLC – Hyundai Motor Group’s (HMG’s) Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company today announced an agreement with CHC Helicopter, the global helicopter flight services company specializing in offshore transportation and search and rescue operations, and CHC subsidiary Heli-One, a leading global provider of rotor-wing maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, to scale shared electric vertical and take-off landing (eVTOL) vehicle operations.

The companies will establish a collaborative framework to develop and scale AAM networks, integrating Supernal’s vehicles, CHC’s flight operations services and Heli-One’s MRO products and services. Specifically, the objective is to understand how CHC could operate Supernal’s eVTOL vehicles in the future for AAM commercial passenger transportation, as well as for potential applications with its existing flight services client base in offshore energy, search-and-rescue, and emergency medical services. The three companies will also explore how Heli-One could provide a range of potential eVTOL MRO services for CHC internally and other operators of Supernal’s eVTOL vehicles globally.

“Supernal is pleased to partner with CHC, one of the world’s largest rotorcraft operators, and Heli-One, a leading global provider of rotorcraft MRO services, as we work to commercialize eVTOL vehicles,” said Jaiwon Shin, president of Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of Supernal. “The collaboration will ensure Supernal is the OEM of choice for future eVTOL operators.”

“In partnering with CHC and Heli-One, we are confident we will devise new ways to meet customer needs through Advanced Air Mobility,” said David Rottblatt, senior director of strategy and commercialization, Supernal. “Matching CHC’s global experience and Heli-One’s support services with Supernal’s scaled eVTOL vehicle manufacturing will expand seamless operations as the industry matures.”

Supernal plans to deliver its first eVTOL vehicles to operators in 2028, which will cruise at 120 miles per hour with an initial range of 60 miles. CHC offers local expertise across a global network with a focus on safety, reliability and sustainability. The company’s strong history helps it deliver unmatched services across a range of sectors.

“We are excited to support Supernal’s visionary approach to Advanced Air Mobility and commitment to vertical flight with CHC’s 75 years of global vertical lift operations and sustainment excellence,” said Tom Burke, president and CEO, CHC. “The companies’ collective vision is to be the global leader in vertical aviation by delivering safe, reliable, efficient and sustainable services to support our customers’ journey and success.”

Heli-One is a leading provider of helicopter in-service support services with certifications and expertise in a broad range of airframes and components from major helicopter and engine manufacturers. Heli-One is positioned to provide MRO services to Supernal vehicles in markets where the eVTOL OEM does not initially open facilities.

“We are proud to partner with Supernal on its innovative work developing the future of air travel,” said Miguel Carrasco, president, Heli-One. “Heli-One, CHC and Supernal are well suited due to our shared commitment to safety and exceptional performance.”

The three companies are actively working to identify geographies, use cases, routes and networks for deployment, as well as partnership models for future market development.

About Supernal
Supernal (Su•per•nal) is an Advanced Air Mobility company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. As part of Hyundai Motor Group, Supernal is harnessing world-class manufacturing, automation, supply chain and R&D expertise to make this new, efficient transportation option widely accessible in the coming decades. Simply put: Rather than being first to market, we’re building the right product and right market, first. Visit Supernal’s newsroom site for more information and follow us on LinkedIn.

About CHC
We’re dedicated to safely and reliably moving our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world. We’ve been dedicated to safely and reliably moving our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, for over 75 years. We trace our roots back to Okanagan Air Services, which was founded in 1947 by Canadian Air Force veterans and pioneered remote transport in western Canada. Since then, we’ve expanded our operations all over the world, delivering solutions for industry and governments including offshore transportation, search and rescue, emergency medical services, and MRO services.

About Heli-One 
Heli-One offers a complete service to support your mission readiness and maximize availability. Our deep expertise and experience in all dimensions enable us to meet whatever your requirement. We invest in our customer relationships and in our customer service culture. We aim to always listen and adapt, so that we continuously improve your experience with us. Turnaround times for you are a priority for us, along with accurate timings and service cost. We want to be your reliable partner. Supporting your success.

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QUAD GmbH Expands Its Technology Offerings and Relationship with Vuzix with Follow-on Six-figure Smart Glasses Order

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ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), (“Vuzix” or, the “Company”), a leading supplier of AI-powered Smart glasses, waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, today announced that the Company has received and shipped against a follow-on six-figure smart glasses order from QUAD GmbH (“QUAD”), a leading distributor and consulting company in the areas of Auto-ID, Transport, Logistics and OEM Integration. QUAD’s newly formed QUAD Advanced Systems division provides full scale services and support for Vuzix products to its customers throughout Europe, focusing on the field service, manufacturing, security, warehouse and logistics and healthcare market verticals.

QUAD Advanced Systems, which consolidates its previous auto ID, transport, logistics and OEM divisions under one roof, will provide comprehensive support throughout the product lifecycle. Their deep technical knowledge of Vuzix smart glasses extends to real-world applications, including remote monitoring and operations assistance, warehousing logistics, and medical field innovations, where AR technology enhances operational precision and efficiency. QUAD’s expertise enables tailored solutions, such as optimizing smart glasses for inventory management, remote expert collaboration, or surgical support. To accelerate decision-making, QUAD facilitates rapid online demos, allowing clients to experience Vuzix technology virtually, followed by personalized guidance to connect with the best-fit reseller for their industry-specific needs.

“QUAD prides itself in investing in the future, and partnering with Vuzix ensures that we continue that tradition of providing truly state-of-the-art solutions for our customers,” said Andreas Wey, CEO of QUAD GmbH. “Operational efficiency is a real differentiator, and nothing encapsulates that more than the use of AR technology enabled through the use of smart glasses. We are absolutely delighted to both offer and support the Vuzix product range across our core vertical markets.”

“We are excited to be expanding our relationship with QUAD, who has built a strong reputation as a premier European distributor of technology and consulting services over the past 30 years,” said Paul Travers, President and CEO of Vuzix. “QUAD’s hands-on approach in sectors like healthcare and warehousing, combined with its ability to troubleshoot real-time challenges, underscores its role as a valued Vuzix partner.”

About Vuzix Corporation

Vuzix is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of AI-powered Smart Glasses, Waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, components and products for the enterprise, medical, defense and consumer markets. The Company’s products include head-mounted smart personal display and wearable computing devices that offer users a portable high-quality viewing experience, provide solutions for mobility, wearable displays and augmented reality, as well OEM waveguide optical components and display engines. Vuzix holds more than 425 patents and patents pending and numerous IP licenses in the fields of optics, head-mounted displays, and the augmented reality wearables field. The Company has won Consumer Electronics Show (or CES) awards for innovation for the years 2005 to 2024 and several wireless technology innovation awards among others. Founded in 1997, Vuzix is a public company (NASDAQ: VUZI) with offices in: Rochester, NY; and Kyoto and Okayama, Japan. For more information, visit the Vuzix website, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

Certain statements contained in this news release are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward looking statements contained in this release relate to Vuzix Smart Glasses, our business relationship and future opportunities with QUAD GmbH and its customers, and among other things the Company’s leadership in the Smart Glasses and AR display industry. They are generally identified by words such as “believes,” “may,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “should” and similar expressions. Readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are based upon the Company’s beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this release. The Company’s actual results could differ materially due to risk factors and other items described in more detail in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s Annual Reports and MD&A filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and applicable Canadian securities regulators (copies of which may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). Subsequent events and developments may cause these forward-looking statements to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation or intention to update or revise these forward-looking statements as a result of changed events or circumstances that occur after the date of this release, except as required by applicable law.

Vuzix Media and Investor Relations Contact:

Ed McGregor, Director of Investor Relations,
Vuzix Corporation
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Tel: (585) 359-5985

Vuzix Corporation, 25 Hendrix Road, West Henrietta, NY 14586 USA,
Investor Information – IR@vuzix.com  www.vuzix.com

 

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China-Austria Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum and 3rd CISCE Promotion Held in Vienna

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VIENNA, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The China-Austria Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum, in conjunction with a promotional event for the third China International Supply Chain Expo (“CISCE”), was held in Vienna, Austria. The gathering brought together over 200 representatives from trade and investment promotion agencies, business associations, and companies from both China and Austria. During the forum, China International Exhibition Center Group spotlighted the upcoming CISCE and inked cooperation agreements with key Austrian institutions and businesses.

Ren Hongbin, chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (“CCPIT”), praised the recent progress in Sino-Austrian collaboration across multiple sectors. He highlighted China’s readiness to work closely with Austrian partners to leverage complementary strengths in resources and industrial frameworks. Ren also encouraged businesses from both nations to explore new opportunities for business expansion and invited Austrian businesses and institutions to participate in the 3rd CISCE.

The event was attended by Christoph Matznetter, Vice President of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber, and Qi Mei, the Chinese Ambassador to Austria, among other prominent guests.

Austrian representative, noted that the forum represented the first significant economic and trade event between Austria and China since the inauguration of the new Austrian government, underscoring its crucial role in strengthening bilateral relations. He affirmed China as a reliable partner and lauded the CISCE as a leading exhibition dedicated to enhancing international industrial and supply chain cooperation. He also expressed optimism about broader cooperation to address global challenges and uphold international trade norms.

The China International Supply Chain Expo, recognized as the world’s premier national-level exhibition focused on supply chains, aims to facilitate integration across upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors, connect businesses of all sizes, encourage collaboration between industry, academia and research institutions, while enhancing interaction between Chinese and multinational businesses. Under the theme Connecting the World for a Shared Future, it has emerged as a crucial platform for bolstering international cooperation in industrial and supply chains. The 3rd CISCE will be held from July 16th to 20th in Beijing, with exhibition zones featuring Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Energy, Smart Vehicle and more, with over 300 companies already confirming their participation.

Earlier this year, the promotional events for CISCE were held in Germany, Switzerland, Portugal, and the UK to reinforce cooperative ties between China and European nations, broadening and deepening bilateral economic and trade relations.

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Alamar Biosciences Announces First Five Distribution Partners, Expanding Commercial Support in Asia Pacific

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FREMONT, Calif., March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alamar Biosciences, a company powering precision proteomics to enable the earliest detection of disease, is pleased to announce the signing of five new distribution partners to expand its global presence. The company has partnered with established industry leaders across key international markets to enhance access to its innovative proteomics technologies.

The newly signed distribution partners include:

GeneWorksAustralia and New ZealandGenomaxSingaporePhileKoreaSouth KoreaScrum Inc.JapanSpincoIndia

“We are excited to welcome these outstanding partners to the Alamar network,” said Yuling Luo, Ph.D., Founder, Chairman and CEO of Alamar Biosciences, “Their deep expertise in the life sciences industry and strong regional presence will allow us to bring our next-generation proteomics solutions to more researchers and clinicians worldwide.”

Alamar’s technology empowers scientists to achieve groundbreaking insights in biomarker discovery, drug development, and disease research. Through these new partnerships, researchers in Asia-Pacific will now have enhanced access to Alamar’s cutting-edge platforms and technical support.

Alamar remains committed to supporting the scientific community with best-in-class tools that enable high-sensitivity protein analysis. For more information on Alamar’s distribution network and solutions, visit alamarbio.com.

About Alamar Biosciences, Inc.

Alamar Biosciences is a privately held life sciences company with a mission to power precision proteomics to enable the earliest detection of disease. The company’s proprietary NULISA™ Platform along with the ARGO™ HT System work seamlessly with the latest advances in genomics to achieve single digit attomolar detection sensitivity, greatly surpassing the most sensitive protein detection technology on the market today. For more information, please visit alamarbio.com.

 

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