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Cariqa launches Connect API, the world’s first direct payment API for EV charging

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For the first time, embedded EV charging is built on direct payments rather than resale. Drivers pay the CPO directly and partners generate revenue from every charging session, with direct access to over 900,000 European charge points.

BERLIN, Jun 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cariqa, the direct payment infrastructure for EV charging, today launched Cariqa Connect API: a fully embedded charging product that lets mobility platforms, OEMs, fleets and navigation apps integrate public EV charging into their own services.

Unlike reseller or white-labelled embedded charging solutions, Cariqa Connect API connects the platform, also known as a demand partner, directly to the Cariqa CPO network so they can enjoy and direct and transparent commercial relationship with the CPO, their drivers can pay the operator-set tariff, and the demand partner makes a share of revenue from every charging session. 

The API is live from today, with demand partner integrations open at cariqa.com/products/connect.

Connect API turns charging from cost into revenue:

Cariqa Connect API’s commercial model is the first structural change. In conventional embedded charging, the demand partner pays the integration partner a per-transaction or per-user fees, making charging a cost line.

Cariqa Connect API treats demand partners more like affiliates in digital advertising: those who drive demand to the network are rewarded with a share of the revenue they generate. There are no per-transaction fees and no integration cost for the demand partner; instead, the demand partner earns from charging instead of paying for it.

CPO prices pass through unchanged to demand partners:

The second structural change is in how tariffs reach demand partners and their drivers. Conventional embedded charging integrates via a reseller API, a layer that typically inflates tariffs before they reach the driver. Cariqa Connect API removes that layer entirely by connecting the demand partner directly to Cariqa’s partner CPOs. This enables the CPO-set tariff to pass through to the demand partner unchanged via Cariqa Connect, which can then surface those tariffs to their drivers.

This is critical for brand trust as drivers increasingly compare charging tariffs. When tariffs on the demand partner come in higher than expected, the partner takes the blame, not the reseller sitting behind the integration. Cariqa Connect API removes that exposure: the tariff the driver sees is the tariff the operator sets, with no markup on top.

The direct connection also unlocks dynamic pricing at scale. CPOs increasingly want to vary tariffs by time of day, grid load or station utilisation, but reseller layers typically settle on fixed wholesale agreements that strip those signals out before they reach drivers. Cariqa Connect API passes the CPO’s live tariff through unchanged, so demand partners can surface dynamic pricing to drivers exactly as the operator publishes it.

One API, direct CPO relationships:

Cariqa Connect API is one technical integration that can be completed in a matter of days. Demand partners integrate once and maintain the commercial CPO relationships, while Cariqa handles the operational stack: payments, VAT compliance, e-invoicing, and network connectivity to virtually every CPO on the network.

In effect, Cariqa Connect API does for embedded charging what Stripe did for embedded payments, collapsing months of bank negotiations, PCI compliance and tax handling into a single API integration.

Extending the payments network behind A Better Routeplanner, Chargeprice and Eco-Movement:

Cariqa Connect API extends the same underlying network that already powers Cariqa Connect Links, the company’s low-code embedded charging product. The API provides demand partners with a deeper, fully embedded integration and access to more than 900,000 charge points across Europe through a single technical integration.

Existing demand partners across the Cariqa Connect network include A Better Routeplanner, Chargeprice and Eco-Movement. Cariqa has direct integrations with more than 30 CPOs including Pfalzwerke, EWE Go, Qwello, enercity, Mer, TEAG Mobil and CITYWATT.

Closing the gap in embedded charging:

The launch comes as platforms across the mobility stack – in-car navigation, OEM software, fleet management, route planning – are increasingly expected to offer charging natively, but have lacked a way to do so without either reselling the network at a markup and absorbing significant operational cost. Connect API is built specifically to remove that trade-off. Germany and Austria are the initial focus markets, with broader European rollout to follow.

Issam Tidjani, CEO of Cariqa, said:

“Embedded EV charging has been built on incentives that don’t align. Platforms pay to integrate, drivers pay above the operator’s actual price, operators lose control of their own commercial relationships, and resellers extract value from all sides. Cariqa Connect realigns those incentives. Platforms earn a share of the revenue they help generate, operators stay in commercial control with payments flowing directly to them, and drivers pay what the operator intended.”

Demand partner integrations are open from today. To explore embedding Cariqa Connect API into a mobility platform, OEM application, fleet tool, navigation app or routing service, check out cariqa.com/products/connect, or contact the team at sales@cariqa.com.

About Cariqa

Cariqa is the direct payment infrastructure for EV charging, enabling charge point operators and the platforms, apps, and vehicles drivers use to transact directly. Operators retain commercial control of their network, and payments flow directly to the operator. Cariqa’s network covers more than 900,000 charge points across Europe, with CPO partners including Pfalzwerke, EWE Go, Qwello, enercity, Mer, TEAG Mobil and CITYWATT. Cariqa Connect, the company’s embedded charging product, is powering charging and payments inside navigation and routing platforms including A Better Routeplanner, Chargeprice, and Eco-Movement. Headquartered in Berlin, see its LinkedIn page for more information.

 

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INTAMSYS Named Exclusive FFF 3D Printing Sponsor of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

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SHANGHAI, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following its successful collaboration with WorldSkills Lyon 2024, INTAMSYS has once again been named the exclusive FFF 3D printing sponsor of the 48th WorldSkills Competition, scheduled to take place in Shanghai in 2026.

As part of the preparations for the event, INTAMSYS recently supported the centralized assessment and mock competition for training. The company provided equipment deployment, material supply, and full-cycle technical support across four skill areas: 05 Mechanical Engineering CAD, 57 Additive Manufacturing, 59 Industrial Design Technology, and 64 Unmanned Aerial Systems.

Throughout the competition, INTAMSYS worked closely with organizers and technical teams to ensure stable equipment operation, consistent printing performance, and timely on-site support. Following the event, the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Executive Bureau issued a letter of appreciation, recognizing the company’s contributions to event organization, technical services, operational stability, and communications.

The renewed partnership reflects the demanding technical standards of the WorldSkills Competition. In areas such as additive manufacturing, industrial design, mechanical engineering, and unmanned aerial systems, 3D printing serves as a key link between digital design, engineering validation, functional manufacturing, and real-world applications.

Competition equipment must therefore do more than simply produce parts. It must operate reliably under intensive conditions, maintain consistent results across different users and tasks, and support engineering requirements comparable to those in industrial environments. These expectations align with the core value of industrial-grade FFF technology: stable, repeatable, and verifiable manufacturing performance.

By supporting multiple WorldSkills competitions, INTAMSYS has demonstrated its strengths in industrial-grade FFF technology, event support, technical coordination, and global service delivery.

Looking ahead, INTAMSYS will continue connecting vocational skills education with advanced manufacturing by bringing industrial standards, process expertise, and real-world application experience to the WorldSkills stage, helping more young professionals develop the capabilities required for the future of manufacturing.

 

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ITRI Europe Office Marks Its 30th Anniversary With Expanded Technology Cooperation

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BERLIN, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) celebrated the 30th anniversary of its ITRI Europe Office with a technology forum in Berlin on June 12, bringing together leading European R&D organizations, including the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the European Association of Research and Technology Organisations (EARTO), and Technische Universität Braunschweig (TU Braunschweig).

The ITRI Europe Office was established in Germany in 1996 to bolster Taiwan’s industrial innovation and transformation capabilities. Since then, the Office has served as a pivotal hub for Taiwan–Europe innovation collaboration. It has supported Taiwan’s participation in more than 20 Horizon Europe programs, forged cooperation agreements with partners in 14 European countries including Germany, the UK, France, and Spain, and facilitated nearly 100 joint R&D projects.

“The 30th anniversary of the ITRI Europe Office marks the deepening of Taiwan–Europe technology cooperation and reflects ITRI’s transformation from a technology scout to a strategic partner for the European innovation ecosystem,” said ITRI Chairman Tsung-Tsong Wu. He emphasized that technology collaboration depends not just on technical expertise but on mutual trust built over time. For instance, ITRI and Fraunhofer have collaborated since 1992. The renewal of another five-year MoU will build on existing joint efforts in healthcare, ICT, and green energy, and further open new avenues in AI and robotics.

“The long-standing partnership between Fraunhofer and ITRI is a strong example of how trust, continuity, and a shared commitment to the future create lasting impact,” said Johann Feckl, Director of Pre-Competitive Research and International Affairs, in his keynote address. “In applied research, international connectivity is essential to identifying technological developments early and turning them into impactful innovation.”

As part of ITRI’s broader engagement with Europe’s technology and industrial sectors, ITRI held ITRI UK Tech Day to mark the first anniversary of its UK Office. It also advanced its partnership with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), including but not limited to cooperation from semiconductor technology to AI and other related technology.

Aligned with the EU’s R&D priorities in net zero, biomedicine, digital innovation, and space, ITRI will continue to reinforce Taiwan–Europe technology ties through its offices in Berlin and London as it expands collaboration with partners in France, the Netherlands, and Central and Eastern Europe in emerging fields such as drones. With its network across industry, government, academia, research institutes, and startups, ITRI aims to accelerate technology exchange, policy dialogue, and cross-domain innovation, positioning Taiwan as a key force in global industrial transformation.

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Showcasing the Best in AC Installation: Midea Club Flash Installation ASEAN Tournament Returns Bigger Stakes and Up to $25,000 in Prizes

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FOSHAN, China, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Midea Club Flash Installation Tournament Season 2 (MCFIT S2), ASEAN’s largest air-conditioning installation competition, officially opens registration today across Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Elite installers will compete in local qualifiers and national finals before advancing to the ASEAN Grand Finals to be held in Foshan, China.

Raising Industry Standards Together

Developed by Midea Club to elevate installation standards and professionalism across Southeast Asia, MCFIT recognizes the Midea installers who deliver comfort to millions of homes. With the theme,”Deserve to Be Seen” the tournament seeks precision standards that ultimately benefit our customers by ensuring safety and unmatched customer comfort experience. Hence, such unified benchmarks across all markets drive higher standards for the entire industry.  

Master Speed, More Profits: Bigger Rewards Than Ever

Guided by the core philosophy “Master Speed, More Profits”, MCFIT S2 adds outdoor unit installation to the timed contest for a complete practical assessment of professional skills, using the standardized Midea Celest Pro model across all markets. Faster, more efficient installation directly translates into improved service for customers and higher earnings for installers. New awards include the fan-voted “Most Popular Flash Star” and the $5,000 “Master of Speed” country team award. Individual prizes include $5,000 for the champion, $2,000 for second place, and $1,000 for third—bringing the total prize pool to over $25,000.

From Behind the Scenes to Spotlight

Beyond the competition floor, Season 2 launches a new online public voting track — MCFIT Most Popular Flash Star. The dedicated installers who bring comfort to millions of homes every day deserve recognition, not just for their speed, but for their unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and safety —— they deserve to be seen. This year, MCFIT is no longer just a race against the clock. It’s a real stage that brings installers out from behind the scenes and into the spotlight, letting the public see, appreciate, and celebrate the professionals who make comfort possible.

A Proven Platform for Installation Excellence

MCFIT’s inaugural season in 2025 reached over 13,000 installers across five nations, with more than 1,000 top installers competing over three months. Twenty-five elite finalists gathered in China for the Grand Final, where the Philippines won both the Master of Speed Championship and National Award for Master of Speed Country. The event generated over 12.84 million media impressions, establishing MCFIT as the definitive platform for installation excellence in the region. Season 2 builds on this momentum with broader participation, tougher standards, and greater recognition for the professionals who bring comfort into every home.

Registration is now open. Open the Midea Club APP now, sign up, and step into the spotlight — because you deserve to be seen!

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