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Ursa Major Opens New Longmont Manufacturing Facility

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Expansion seats more than 125 employees for avionics and in-space propulsion systems, and opens additional hypersonics and solid rocket motor capacity in Berthoud, Colorado.

LONGMONT, Colo., Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ursa Major today opened a new manufacturing facility in Longmont, Colorado, expanding production of avionics and in-space propulsion systems and increasing manufacturing space at the Berthoud, Colorado HQ to meet urgent customer demand. The Longmont facility has capacity to seat more than 125 employees, and features dedicated labs for welding and manufacturing, an ISO 7 hard-walled clean room with an ISO 8 gowning room, and an environmental test lab.

“We’re opening this Longmont facility because the demand is here now. Avionics run through every system we build, and our in-space propulsion delivers maneuverability on orbit faster than the legacy supply base can,” said Chris Spagnoletti, CEO, Ursa Major. “Moving that work here also opens the floor in Berthoud for liquid engines, vehicle integration, and solid rocket motors the warfighter is asking for at rate. Ursa Major continues to expand to ensure our service members and customers have the capabilities they need when they need it.”

Ursa Major avionics systems are critical to the company’s full portfolio, while Ursa Major’s integrated in-space propulsion systems — tanks, thrusters, and full systems — provide maneuverability on orbit and competitive delivery timelines.

The expansion also allows Ursa Major’s hypersonics and solid rocket motor programs to grow. Consolidating avionics and in-space production, as well as other support functions, in Longmont opens additional manufacturing floor at the company’s Berthoud headquarters for liquid engine production, vehicle integration, and all-up-round assembly for the Hadley and Draper engines and the HAVOC Missile System, and a growing solid rocket motor portfolio manufactured in both Berthoud and Galeton, Colorado.

The August 20 ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together customers, state and local officials, employees, and industry partners. Spagnoletti welcomed guests, followed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis, who addressed Colorado’s aerospace economy and its growing national defense industrial base.

“Ursa Major’s expansion in Longmont highlights Colorado as a global leader in aerospace and defense. We are thrilled to see this innovative company grow and succeed in our state, bringing thousands of high-quality jobs for Coloradans that will strengthen our economy and drive even more businesses to call Colorado home,” said Governor Polis.

This ribbon cutting follows the Phase 1 manufacturing scale Ursa Major completed in March, which increased machining capacity, increased SRM test stand operations, and expanded additive manufacturing operations.

Ursa Major now has six sites: Berthoud, Longmont, and Galeton, Colorado; Youngstown and Boardman, Ohio; and Washington, D.C.

About Ursa Major

Ursa Major is an aerospace and defense company delivering flight-proven capabilities for hypersonics, solid rocket motors, and space mobility. Headquartered in Berthoud, Colorado, with additive manufacturing operations in Youngstown, Ohio, Ursa Major leverages advanced production techniques and flexible architectures to build systems for all domains: land, air, sea, and space. The company is revitalizing the defense industrial base for the U.S. and its allies, flying faster to accelerate delivery of critical capabilities where speed and adaptability matter most. For more information, visit www.ursamajor.com.

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Dinto Solar Earns Thailand’s First Mandatory TISI Certification for HJT PV Module Makers

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BEIJING, Nov. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dinto Solar, a global pioneer in heterojunction (HJT) technology, has earned mandatory certification from the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) for its solar modules. The company is among the first photovoltaic (PV) module makers worldwide to qualify under Thailand’s new requirements and the first dedicated HJT module maker to receive the certification.

Thailand’s compulsory safety requirements for crystalline silicon PV modules took effect on October 30, 2026. Modules imported for sale must comply with the applicable Thai standard and be covered by a TISI license. The approval strengthens Dinto Solar’s readiness to serve local customers as regulatory compliance becomes essential to market access.

Certification was granted under TIS 61730 Part 2-2567, aligned with IEC 61730-2:2023, covering electrical insulation, fire safety and mechanical strength. TISI auditors inspected Dinto Solar’s manufacturing facilities in Longgang and Suining, China, reviewing quality management, production controls, supply chains and traceability. The company’s modules, developed and manufactured in-house, passed the assessment on the first application.

The certified portfolio spans 33 power ratings from 455 W to 770 W, supporting residential rooftops, commercial and industrial (C&I) installations and utility-scale solar plants. This range gives Thai developers and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors greater flexibility in product selection and system design.

For businesses with limited rooftop space, HJT’s high efficiency supports greater power generation per square meter. Dinto Solar’s G12-132 module features a superior temperature coefficient of −0.24%/°C to limit heat-related power loss. Butyl sealing and coated dual glass further improve moisture resistance and durability, supporting reliable energy yield in Thailand’s hot, humid climate.

JJ Energy Company Limited, Dinto Solar’s exclusive partner in Thailand, holds the local import licenses. The companies’ 2026–2027 agreement, announced in September, includes an initial 30 MW order for G12-132 HJT modules for Thai C&I rooftops. Certification enables the partners to advance import arrangements, customs clearance and distribution in preparation for delivery.

With certified products and local market capabilities in place, Dinto Solar is strengthening its position in Thailand while expanding its presence across Southeast Asia. The company will continue working with regional partners to bring high-efficiency HJT solutions to more projects, focusing on reliable performance, long-term energy yield and customer value.

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Fibocom Showcases U6G-Capable FWA and PCBA-Level Solutions at MWC Doha 2026

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DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At MWC Doha 2026, Fibocom is showcasing its 5G and 5G-Advanced broadband portfolio, featuring FG390, FG370 and FG670 modules alongside PCBA-level solutions for indoor units (IDUs), outdoor units (ODUs), MiFi devices and 5G dongles. The portfolio addresses diverse network and device requirements across global markets, as commercial Upper 6 GHz (U6G) deployment in the Middle East opens new opportunities for next-generation FWA.

U6G Progress Meets Device-Side Readiness

In the UAE, e& UAE has launched a commercial U6G network, while du has announced end-to-end U6G connectivity using commercially available CPE equipment. These developments highlight the growing demand for FWA devices capable of taking advantage of new spectrum.

Responding to this market development, Fibocom is showcasing the U6G-enabled version of FG390, supporting NR n104 and cross-band carrier aggregation with Sub-6 GHz. It provides a connectivity option for OEMs developing next-generation CPEs, ODUs and enterprise gateways.

For existing Sub-6 GHz deployments, FG370 and FG670 offer additional choices to meet different FWA performance, hardware configuration and cost requirements.

From Wireless Modules to PCBA-Level Solutions

Beyond wireless modules, Fibocom provides PCBA-level solutions for IDUs, ODUs, MiFi devices and 5G dongles, helping OEMs simplify board-level design and integration and accelerate product development.

For portable connectivity with moderate data-rate requirements, 5G RedCap MiFi solutions based on RU311 and FG132 balance bandwidth, power consumption and cost, while also supporting 4G LTE connectivity.

Fibocom’s engineering capabilities are backed by commercial deployment experience. In a previously announced Nordic operator project, a customer won an operator tender with its FG370-based Wi-Fi 7 CPE and subsequently delivered the devices in volume. Fibocom contributed to the 18-antenna design and system integration, helping address complex hardware design and integration challenges.

By combining wireless modules, PCBA-level solutions and proven engineering experience, Fibocom supports OEMs in developing broadband devices for current network deployments while preparing for the next phase of FWA evolution.

About Fibocom 

Fibocom, founded in 1999, is China’s first wireless communication module company listed on both the A-share and H-share markets. Fibocom leverages wireless communication and artificial intelligence as its core technologies to provide integrated hardware and software solutions that empower industry applications. These solutions accelerate the transformation from “Connect Everything” to “Intelligent Connectivity” across diverse industries.

Fibocom’s one-stop solutions encompass cellular communication, AI, automotive, and GNSS modules, as well as AI toolchains, supporting industry-side and mainstream large model integration, and providing AI Agent, global connectivity, and cloud services, driving the digital intelligence upgrades in industries such as robotics, consumer electronics, low-altitude economy, intelligent transportation, smart retail, and smart energy.

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Xinhua Silk Road: Overseas media representatives visit Xiaomi’s smart auto factory in Beijing

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BEIJING, Nov. 8, 2026 /CNW/ — On November 6, media representatives from various countries and regions visited Xiaomi’s smart auto factory in southeast Beijing, exploring firsthand Xiaomi’s achievements in NEV R&D, intelligent manufacturing and ecosystem innovation.

After the tour, Marcos Costa de Oliveira, editor-in-chief of Brazil’s Monitor Mercantil newspaper, said he is a lover of Xiaomi stuff, and Xiaomi cars are beautifully designed and useful too.

Xiaomi’s greatest advantage is its ability to combine innovative technology, attractive design and impressive performance, said Tamas Kovacs, CEO of ATV Hungary.

Covering an area of approximately 718,000 square meters, the factory is a modern smart manufacturing campus for Xiaomi NEVs that integrates R&D, production, sales and customer experience.

The factory has upgraded traditional auto-making processes to six tailored to NEV production, with 100 percent automation achieved in key processes. More than 700 robots work in coordination across the production lines while artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are employed to significantly improve quality inspection accuracy.

“I was particularly impressed by the extensive use of robotics, automation and artificial intelligence throughout the manufacturing process,” said Kovacs. “Xiaomi’s manufacturing capabilities demonstrate China’s remarkable progress in industrial innovation.”

The interactive demonstration of Xiaomi’s human×car×home smart ecosystem was another highlight of the tour. The ecosystem allows users to remotely control smart home devices directly from their vehicles through voice commands or preset scenarios, enabling seamless connectivity across different living scenarios.

Yasiru Bandara Ranaraja, founding director of Belt & Road Initiative Sri Lanka, said Xiaomi is very innovative and gives the whole solution of the car for controlling all electronics.

Such ecosystem is one of the most innovative achievements of Xiaomi, said Kovacs. “I believe this integrated approach represents an important direction for the future of transportation.”

When asked about Xiaomi’s plan to go global, many guests expressed hopes to see Xiaomi vehicles sold in their own countries. Agnes Kalekye Nguna, CEO of Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, said NEV plays a significant role in environmental conservation and promoting utilization of clean energy in Africa. “Come to Africa, we are waiting for you!”

The tour was one of the events held during the 7th World Media Summit running on November 5-9 in Beijing, which gathered nearly 500 guests from mainstream media, think tanks, government departments and international organizations across 112 countries and regions.

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