SHANGHAI, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trinasolar, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ecohope Solar, a global PV and ESS solutions provider with offices in China, Thailand and the UAE. The MoU was signed at SNEC PV Power Expo in Shanghai, one of the world’s largest solar industry exhibitions.

Under the MoU, Ecohope Solar intends to purchase and distribute 600MW of Trinasolar’s latest Vertex N G3 and Vertex S+ G3 modules over three years. The cooperation will support residential and commercial solar projects across Southeast Asia, with Thailand as a key market, and across the wider Middle East and Africa, with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) as a key focus region.

Powered by Trinasolar’s latest n-type i-TOPCon Ultra technology, the Vertex N G3 modules offer high power output of up to 760W, high efficiency of up to 24.5% and strong bifacial performance for high-power commercial, industrial and utility-scale applications. Its low-voltage design enables more power per string and greater energy density, helping reduce balance-of-system (BOS) requirements and lower levelised cost of electricity (LCOE).

Vertex S+ G3 applies the same technology in a compact, durable dual-glass format for residential and commercial rooftops, supporting higher output from limited roof space.

Henry Yuan, Founder and CEO of Ecohope Solar, said: “Customers across our markets are under pressure to deliver stronger project returns from every installation. The Vertex G3 portfolio gives us access to high-output, reliable module technology that supports better system design and long-term value. This cooperation strengthens our ability to serve customers across Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa with solutions that match real market requirements.”

Todd Li, President of Trinasolar Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, said: “Ecohope Solar has a strong regional footprint across PV and energy storage, making it a relevant partner as customers move toward more integrated energy solutions. Through this MoU, we are expanding access to Trinasolar’s latest i-TOPCon Ultra module portfolio while laying the groundwork for potential cooperation across PV and storage solutions.”

The MoU reflects Trinasolar’s ability to support partners across complex regional markets with global technology, manufacturing and local service capabilities, helping customers access high-efficiency modules and energy storage solutions as project requirements evolve.

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About Trinasolar

Founded in 1997, Trinasolar is a global leader in smart solar and energy storage solutions. The company delivers PV modules, energy storage solutions, trackers and smart energy solutions for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and residential applications. Trinasolar operates in more than 180 countries and regions worldwide. Through continuous technology innovation and global manufacturing capabilities, the company supports the expansion of renewable energy and the transition to a net-zero future.

About NEXSOLAR

NEXSOLAR is a Thailand-based solar distribution and energy solutions company and a wholly owned subsidiary of ECOHOPE New Energy Group. The company focuses on the distribution of premium photovoltaic modules, inverters, and energy storage products, while also providing integrated solar&storage solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Supported by a 3,000-square-meter warehouse in Bangkok and a professional local service team, NEXSOLAR delivers efficient logistics, technical support, and customized energy solutions to customers across Thailand. Through ECOHOPE’s global network and extensive experience in renewable energy deployment, NEXSOLAR is helping drive the transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable energy future in Southeast Asia.

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A new cellulose-based material platform developed in Finland responds to tightening regulatory requirements and industry pressure to both replace and reduce plastic in packaging, including emerging thresholds such as limiting plastic content to below 5 wt% in fibre-based materials. The technology enables transparent, high-performance films and coatings that match the functionality of plastics, while supporting industrial scalability and enabling simplified recycling or biodegradation across multiple environments. 

ESPOO, Finland, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and LUT University have advanced fully cellulose-based film and coating materials through the F3 – Films for Future bio-based materials project, enabling the packaging industry to reduce and replace plastic while meeting performance and processing requirements. The materials combine plastic-like functionality with designed end-of-life performance: films are inherently biodegradable, while coatings are engineered for both recyclability within fibre-based systems and biodegradability where required.      
 
The technology enables cellulose to be processed as a polymer rather than a fibre, resulting in transparent films with mechanical and barrier properties comparable to plastics. The development comes as regulation, including the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), is tightening requirements around recyclability, material composition, and lifecycle impact. 
 
“Plastic films are one of the most widely used packaging formats, yet they are among the most difficult to recycle and a major source of persistent environmental pollution,” says Ali Harlin, Research Professor at VTT and one of the leading coordinators of the F3 project. “At the same time, we are working with manufacturers to help them meet evolving regulatory requirements while maintaining product protection, shelf life, and process efficiency. Cellulose materials open new sustainable solutions for packaging.” 
 
The F3 material platform is designed to integrate with existing converting technologies and fit within current recycling streams or biodegradation pathways, depending on the application. Unlike many bio-based alternatives, it avoids the typical trade-off between functionality and end-of-life handling. 

The project builds on advances in cellulose dissolution and regeneration, enabling the production of films with high transparency, mechanical strength, and barrier properties. Processing compatibility has been demonstrated with conventional methods such as thermoforming, supporting integration into existing industrial infrastructure. 
 
“The cellulose films and coatings have already been demonstrated to have the properties to be processed in various package converting processes, which highlights their future potential,” says Ville Leminen, Professor of Packaging Technology at LUT University and the leader of LUT’s sub-project. 
 
“Finding the right balance between functionality and sustainability is critical for the future of packaging. Through the F3 project, we have bridged this gap by developing fully plastic-free barrier coatings that deliver high performance without ecological compromise. Utilizing our off-line coating line, we are now able to commercialize these solutions on paper and board for demanding food packaging applications,” says Carl-Erik Guttormsen, Area Director at Colombier Finland. 
 
Looking ahead, the platform could potentially open pathways beyond plastic replacement. The material can support multifunctional applications, including barrier coatings, antimicrobial or antioxidant functionality, and environmentally responsive packaging capable of reacting to humidity, gas composition, or pH. These capabilities are increasingly relevant as packaging technology advances toward active and intelligent systems. 
 
“Value chain adoption of these platforms is essential for the ongoing transition towards fully renewable and recyclable technologies. We see chemistry as the key enabler for this transition,” says Mats Berg, Sr Principal Scientist, Discovery & Innovation at Kemira. 
           
Completed in March 2026, the F3 project has demonstrated the feasibility of producing cellulose-based films and coatings at pilot scale across multiple applications. For films, the results show potential as a standalone, transparent packaging material with inherent biodegradability. For coatings, the technology enables high-performance barrier layers that support recyclability in fibre-based packaging systems, while also offering biodegradability where required. The work involved collaboration between research organisations, industry partners, and funding bodies, with a focus on advancing the technology from laboratory development toward scalable manufacturing. 
 
“The key challenge has not been whether alternative materials exist, but how to process them in a way that meets industrial requirements,” says Vinay Kumar, Senior Scientist at VTT. “What has now been demonstrated is a future-ready material platform that offers an alternative to plastics, combining sustainability with the capability to integrate into existing manufacturing and recycling systems. We see strong potential to develop this further together with industry partners.” 
 
“From an industry perspective, scalability and system compatibility are critical factors,” says Riku Talja, Development Manager at Metsä Board. “Solutions that align with current converting technologies and recycling infrastructure are far more likely to transition from pilot-stage innovation to industrial use.” 
 
The next phase will focus on scaling the technology toward commercial applications, with initial use cases in dry food packaging, bakery products, and fibre-based packaging requiring transparent barrier layers. The films provide oxygen barrier performance (Oxygen transmission rate, OTR below 1 cc/m2/day) comparable to conventional plastics at 23°C and 50% RH, while the coatings enable oxygen (OTR below 0.2 cc/m2/day) and grease barrier (KIT 12) functionality in recyclable fibre-based packaging systems.

Further development will target barrier performance under humid conditions, as well as the integration of multiple functionalities within a single material system. Digitalisation, including sensor-enabled or connected packaging, is also expected to play a role in future applications.

Beyond packaging, the material platform has potential applications in areas such as medical materials, electronics, and functional coatings, reflecting the broader role of cellulose as a renewable and versatile polymer in future material systems. 
 
The development aligns with VTT’s strategic mission to accelerate sustainable growth, renew industries, and support companies in scaling new technologies that contribute to the green transition. 
 
F3 in a nutshell

In the Films for Future (F3) research project, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland and LUT University developed new environmentally friendly packaging solutions with 34 industrial partners. The program was funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). 

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STOCKHOLM, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Truecaller, the leading global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communication, today announced the launch of Truecaller Lite, a new app designed specifically for entry-level Android smartphones across Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

Many of the markets experiencing the fastest growth in spam and fraud are also those where entry-level Android devices remain the most common way people access the Internet. Yet users of these devices often face limitations in storage, memory, and processing power that can make running feature-rich applications more challenging. Truecaller Lite was built to address that gap.

At just 10 MB, Truecaller Lite is a separate, native Android app designed from the ground up for devices with limited resources. The app delivers the protections users rely on most, including caller ID, spam and fraud blocking, and number search, while remaining fast, lightweight, and reliable on entry-level smartphones.

Following its initial availability in Nigeria and Colombia earlier this year, Truecaller Lite is now expanding to Kenya, Ghana, Algeria, Chile, Egypt, Iraq, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia, with additional launches planned across emerging markets.

The expansion comes at a time when fraud and unwanted communication continue to grow globally. In 2025 alone, Truecaller identified more than 68 billion spam and fraud calls worldwide. Many of the markets most affected by these trends are also those where entry-level Android devices dominate, making accessible protection more important than ever.

“Safe communication should not depend on the phone you have,” said Rishit Jhunjhunwala, CEO of Truecaller. “The next billion users live in markets where entry-level devices are often the norm. Truecaller Lite is a new product built specifically for them, and it was important for us to provide the same protection from spam and fraud that users expect from Truecaller around the world.”

Truecaller Lite is now available across the expanding launch markets through the Google Play Store.

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