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HARRISBURG’S LARGEST ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING LOCATION OFFICIALLY OPEN

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Aero Corporation, working with various partners, continues its mission to build and electrify Avis and Budget Car Rental locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aero Corporation, one of the largest North American franchisees of the Avis and Budget brands, in collaboration with IMC Solar, LLC, MVE Group, SRE Energy, EO Charging, and Nayax, is proud to announce the grand opening of Harrisburg’s largest electric vehicle (EV) charging station. Supported by a substantial Alternative Fuel Refueling Infrastructure Grant (AFIG) with partner the Eastern Pennsylvania Alliance for Clean Transportation to obtain over $300,000 from the state of Pennsylvania, the state-of-the-art facility is set to significantly advance EV infrastructure in the region.

“Our mission at DEP involves protecting clean air for the people of Pennsylvania, and a big part of that is reducing the air pollution from cars and trucks. Projects like this make it easier for people to switch to an electric vehicle – cutting down on pollution,” said DEP Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley. “The Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant program supports projects like this one to increase the availability of EV charging stations and other alternative fuel options for Pennsylvania drivers.”

The new charging station, equipped with 12 Level-3 fast chargers with speeds up to 180kW, compliments the 10 existing Level-2 and Level-3 chargers on-site, bringing the total to 22 EV chargers, making the Aero Corporation location the largest publicly accessible EV charging site in Harrisburg, PA and Central PA.

Developed by IMC Solar, LLC, constructed by SRE Energy, and with MVE Group ensuring top-tier execution this facility is a major leap forward in sustainable transportation and highlights the Pennsylvania state’s commitment to promoting clean energy and reducing carbon emissions. It marks a pivotal step towards a more sustainable future, providing the infrastructure needed to support the growing number of electric vehicles on the road.

The chargers, supplied by EO Charging, offer rapid charging capabilities, providing a seamless experience for drivers.  Advanced payment technology from Nayax ensures quick and secure transactions, making the process as smooth as possible.

“We are proud to have collaborated with such a dynamic team in serving Aero’s mission to bring clean, sustainable charging options to Harrisburg and the surrounding community,” said Rick Frio, Managing Partner of IMC Solar, LLC. “As the largest EV charging station in Harrisburg, this project not only supports the region’s growing EV infrastructure, but also represents a significant step towards a greener, more sustainable future.”

Solomon Cramer, President of Aero Corporation, added, “At Aero Corporation, we are committed to leading the way in sustainable transportation. This new facility in Harrisburg is not just an investment in our business, but also an investment in the future of our community. We are proud to be part of Pennsylvania’s journey towards a greener and more sustainable tomorrow.”

This new EV charging station represents a pivotal step towards a more sustainable future, providing the critical infrastructure needed to support the expanding fleet of electric vehicles, and reinforcing Pennsylvania’s position as a leader in clean energy innovation.

About Aero Corp:
Founded in 1968, Aero Corporation has grown to become one of the largest Avis and Budget franchisees in North America. With a fleet of over 4,000 vehicles and annual revenues exceeding $60 million, we proudly serve customers across Central and Western Pennsylvania, Central and Northern New Jersey, Montana, Wyoming, and South Dakota.

Aero’s operations extend beyond car rental, ranging from a retail car and truck sales operation to a top-tier auto body repair service through the CarStar franchise system, including a certified Tesla repair facility, providing specialized care for electric vehicles.

Aero Corp is committed to innovation and sustainability, actively working with key partners to expand and electrify Avis and Budget locations within our geographic footprint. Our mission is to lead in both customer service and environmental responsibility, ensuring a bright future for our industry and communities.

About IMC Solar, LLC:
IMC Solar, LLC is a leading solar developer committed to creating value for customers through innovative renewable energy solutions. With a focus on site selection for solar and data centers, IMC Solar is dedicated to helping businesses reduce costs and their carbon footprint. To learn more, please visit www.imc.energy 

About MVE Group:
MVE Group, established in 1973 is an established electrical contractor in the Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey marketplace. MVE Group has gained a strong reputation in the commercial construction and PV Solar marketplace place, completing many sizeable and challenging projects in a timely manner and within budget. Along with building PV Solar Arrays, MVE Group prides itself in also establishing ownership in several of the projects we build through our investment company, MVE Capital.

MVE Group began installing PV Solar in 2009 completing some of the first commercial Solar Arrays in Pennsylvania. MVE has become a leader in the PV Solar marketplace, completing many “firsts,” including the first 100% solar-powered hotel in the Marriott Hotel Chain as well as the largest (at the time of construction) floating solar array in the United States. To learn more, please visit: MVE Group

About SRE Energy:
Solar Renewable Energy is focused on harnessing the power of the sun as a clean, renewable energy source resulting in reduced energy consumption, utility cost savings and a smaller carbon footprint through delivery of innovative financing, development, construction and operating solutions for solar renewable energy systems in the mid-Atlantic and Northeast region of the United States.  To learn more, please visit www.srenergyllc.com/

About EO Charging:
EO Charging (EO) is a global pioneer in Electric Charging solutions for depot-based fleets. EO is on a mission to accelerate carbon-free transportation with the transition to electric fleets, promising to make charging simple, reliable, and accessible to fleets globally. EO offers commercial-grade charge assurance through its full technology and service stack, available as-a-service, and has unrivalled uptime in the market of >99% across its customer base.

EO’s EV infrastructure solutions offer depot design, electrical installation, grid upgrades, and ongoing operations and maintenance for car, van, truck, and bus fleets. Many of the world’s largest and most complex fleet operators already use EO’s technology, including Amazon, OHL, UPS, Tesco, and Ocado.

To learn more, please visit www.EOcharging.com and give us a follow @EOCharging on Twitter, Linkedln, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

About Nayax Ltd:
Nayax (Nasdaq: NYAX) is a global commerce enablement, payments and loyalty platform designed to help merchants scale their business. Nayax offers a complete solution including localized cashless payment acceptance, management suite, and loyalty tools, enabling merchants to conduct commerce anywhere, at any time. As a global leader in serving unattended retail, Nayax has transformed into a comprehensive solution focused on our customers’ growth across multiple channels. As of June 30, 2024, Nayax has 11 global offices, approximately 1,100 employees, connections to more than 80 merchant acquirers and payment method integrations and is globally recognized as a payment facilitator. Nayax’s mission is to improve its customers’ revenue potential and operational efficiency. For more information, please visit www.nayax.com.

 

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JinkoSolar Unveils Tiger Neo 5.0 All-Black Residential Solar Module with 25.52% Efficiency

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SHANGRAO, China, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. (“JinkoSolar” or the “Company”) (NYSE: JKS), today unveiled Tiger Neo 5.0, an all-black residential solar module built on its all-new TAC technology. The first version to reach the market, an all-black 48-cell module, delivers a maximum power output of 510 W with a module efficiency of 25.52%. It was designed to redefine the upper limits of what a scenario-specific module can deliver in both appearance and efficiency for premium homes and other architecturally refined residences.

The module showcases a deeper, more uniform and more refined black appearance than conventional back-contact (BC) modules. Semiconductor-grade low- and high-temperature processes bring the power temperature coefficient down to -0.24%/℃, meaning stronger energy yield in high-temperature environments.

TAC technology combines the excellent carrier transport of TOPCon with the low-temperature processing and positive electrode passivation of HJT, pushing peak cell efficiency to 28%, approaching the theoretical limit of monocrystalline silicon cells. Together with a zero-gap cell layout and hidden-ribbon technology at module level, the module achieves an efficiency of 25.52%. Compared with conventional BC products, it delivers approximately 30 W more power, and a lower temperature coefficient. Its deeper, more premium black appearance blends seamlessly into residential rooftops— especially dark-colored ones — making it a standout in the residential module category for both power and aesthetics.

“Our vision for Tiger Neo 5.0 was to develop a panel tailored to premium residential rooftops. It pushes the boundaries of both performance and aesthetics with innovations in cell technology, passivation processes, structural design, module format and interconnections. With this launch, we aim to help move the industry toward solutions tailored to specific applications,” said Charlie Cao, CEO of Jinko Solar Co., Ltd.

About JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.

JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) is a holding company combining clean energy industrial operations and strategic investment in emerging technologies. Its industrial foundation is a controlling interest in Jinko Solar Co., Ltd. (SSE: 688223), a global leader in clean energy technology. The Company makes disciplined strategic investments in renewable energy, advanced materials, artificial intelligence, commercial space and other frontier technologies, drawing on its industrial experience and its ability to identify emerging technologies and bring them to commercial scale.

Through Jinko Solar Co., Ltd., the Company distributes its solar products and sells its solutions and services to a diversified international utility, commercial and residential customer base in China, the United States, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom, Chile, South Africa, India, Mexico, Brazil, the United Arab Emirates, Italy, Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Austria, Switzerland, Greece and other countries and regions.

JinkoSolar has over 10 production facilities globally, over 20 overseas subsidiaries in Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, India, Turkey, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, the United States, Mexico, and other countries, and a global sales network with sales teams in China, the United States, Canada, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Spain, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Vietnam and India, as of June 30, 2026.

To find out more, please see: www.jinkosolar.com 

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For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Ms. Stella Wang
JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
Tel: +86 21-5180-8777 ext.7806
Email: pr@jinkosolar.com

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AGFUND wins international award for excellence in inclusive banking and social impact

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 Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal credits the founders of AGFUND’s microfinance banks for laying the foundations of its development impact

BANGKOK, Oct. 17, 2026 /CNW/ — The Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) won the “Excellence in Inclusive Banking and Social Impact” award at the 2026 Sustainable Development Goals Awards, organized by the World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI) in cooperation with the European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG).

AGFUND CEO Hammam bin Nasser bin Juraid accepted the award in Bangkok, Thailand, alongside the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group.

HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, President of AGFUND, said the recognition acknowledges AGFUND’s experience using financial services to empower underserved communities, strengthen livelihoods and promote economic independence.

He credited the founders of AGFUND’s microfinance banks, particularly the late Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz, for establishing institutions centered on empowering people.

He added that the award reflects over two decades of commitment, the dedication of financial inclusion banks and partners, and clients who transformed financing into businesses and family income. He emphasized expanding opportunities and measuring success through lasting improvements in people’s lives.

Prince Abdulaziz stressed that the recognition reflects the value of institutions reaching excluded populations and encourages broader access and economic opportunities for families.

AGFUND’s financial inclusion banking network has served more than 1.3 million clients and disbursed over US$1.37 billion in financing since inception. Women represent 59 per cent of borrowers, demonstrating its contribution to economic empowerment.

Presented by WSBI, established in 1924, together with ESBG, the award recognizes an approach linking financial services, social impact and sustainable development.

Following its first bank in Jordan in 2004, AGFUND expanded across nine countries: Jordan, Yemen, Bahrain, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Sudan, Mauritania and Sierra Leone, focusing on communities underserved by conventional financial institutions.

The network has issued more than 1.5 million loans, opened over 927,000 savings accounts, established 112 branches and employed more than 1,500 people. Its services finance micro and small enterprises and income-generating activities, improving livelihoods and economic independence.

AGFUND plans to strengthen development partnerships, advance digital solutions and innovative financial products, and integrate financing with training, capacity development, market access and risk protection.

It is also exploring geographic expansion, particularly in Africa, through institutional partnerships that adapt successful approaches to local needs and extend sustainable financial inclusion to more communities.

Website – https://agfund.org/

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GAC Showcases Multiple Models at Canton Fair: Systemic Global Expansion as a Response to High‑Level Opening‑Up

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GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On 15 October, the 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) kicked off in Guangzhou. Dubbed “China’s No.1 Exhibition” with a 70‑year history, it serves as a vital window for global merchants to understand China, and one of GAC’s stages to connect with the world. For international buyers, GAC serves not only as a sourcing platform but as a trusted channel for experiencing Chinese automotive innovation and building long-term local partnerships. Having made its debut in 2012, GAC has participated in the fair 30 times to date. Together with the Canton Fair, it has witnessed the transformation of Made‑in‑China products into Chinese global brands.

This transformation is reflected in GAC’s global expansion journey through a string of continuously refreshed sales figures. Overseas sales stood at 90,000 units in 2024, hit 130,000 units in 2025, and exceeded 197,000 units in January‑September 2026, representing a year‑on‑year surge of 138.9%. GAC is sprinting full steam ahead toward its annual target of 300,000 overseas units. GAC has accomplished a shift from “product export” to “system‑level global expansion”.

At the GAC booth, XT80, AION i60 and AISTALAND GX7 showcased intelligent driving, three-electric systems and premium cabins. The energy-ecology zone featured DC ultra-fast charging piles, 7 kW smart home chargers, multi-in-one electric drive units and PV-Storage-Charging-Swapping Technology, addressing range anxiety. Opening day drew buyers from Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Latin America and Africa. At the Music & Cuisine Festival, GAC built three immersive spaces blending smart mobility, Cantonese cuisine, camping and sports. The XT80, AION N60, GAC S7 and AISTALAND GT7 served as lifestyle carriers, letting guests enjoy morning tea, global cuisines and intangible cultural heritage.

GAC will advance its ONE GAC 2.0 strategy, deepening localized operations and expanding its systematic global layout. As a tribute to the Canton Fair’s 70th anniversary and a new business card for China’s auto industry, GAC will help drive Chinese intelligent manufacturing onto the global stage.

For further information about GAC, please visit https://www.gacgroup.com/en or follow us on social media.

 

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