SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Scania and Prinoth announce long-term partnership to accelerate the electrification of snow groomers. The partnership builds on an existing collaboration around winter operations, and what started with the Husky E-Motion, is now expanding to include the latest addition Leitwolf E-Motion.

Scania has signed a long-term agreement with Italian manufacturer Prinoth, part of the HTI Group (High Technology Industries)The partnership will support the electrification of snow groomer models: Husky E-Motion and Leitwolf E-MotionScania’s Core 800 battery packs will power the Husky E-Motion and the newly introduced Leitwolf E-Motion

Snow groomers operate in demanding environments, requiring high performance, durability, and reliability. Scania will supply its Core 800 battery packs, selected to meet these challenges and delivering robust performance based on years of experience in electrified off-road and industrial applications.

“Collaborating with Prinoth is an exciting challenge for us, as it involves deploying our battery technology in extremely demanding conditions. Snow groomers operate in very low temperatures and steep terrain, moving heavy volumes of snow. This requires batteries that can deliver high power, withstand cold climates, and handle vibrations. We are proud that our technology has been recognised through this long-term agreement,” says Elin Åkerström, Managing Director, Scania Industrial Batteries.

The partnership builds on an existing collaboration between the two companies, that started with Husky E-Motion, the world’s first market-ready fully electric snow groomer, introduced in 2022. Since its launch, the machine has been successfully deployed across multiple markets, including Norway, France, Italy, UK, and the United States. The Core 800 battery has been used in the Husky E-Motion since 2023, demonstrating strong performance, seamless integration, and reliability in demanding winter conditions. The successful collaboration has now evolved into a long-term partnership.

The second machine is the Leitwolf E-Motion, recently introduced by Prinoth. This model is equipped with Scania Core 800 battery packs in top and side orientation, configured to meet higher energy and power requirements, further expanding the electrification of heavy-duty snow grooming operations.

Scania’s Core 800 is a lithium-ion battery pack with an installed energy of 97 kWh and high energy density. Its modular design enables flexible installation and scalability, with systems ranging from 21 kWh up to 624 kWh. The battery features integrated liquid cooling, advanced safety architecture, and a proprietary Battery Management System, ensuring reliable operation, long service life, and optimised performance in harsh environments.

“At Prinoth, we have chosen to continue our collaboration with Scania because of the high quality of their battery systems, which we have tested in some of the most challenging environmental conditions. Scania’s team has contributed deep technical expertise and a strong commitment to meeting our needs, while working together with us to continuously improve our products,” says Roberto Pegoraro, Head of R&D Snow Groomers.

Scania’s industrial battery systems are already used across a wide range of applications, including mining, construction, agriculture, and logistics vehicles, as well as energy storage solutions and airport ground support equipment. The partnership with Prinoth further strengthens Scania’s position as a provider of sustainable electrification solutions for demanding industrial segments.

Learn more about Scania’s industrial battery systems.

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Cherokee Cablevision has deployed Teleste’s Luminato X32 Edge QAM platform to deliver linear television to multi-dwelling units (MDUs). Supplied through Mega Hertz, the compact platform combines remote management with maintenance-free operation.

TURKU, Finland, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The North Carolina operator is expanding its fiber network alongside improvements to its cable infrastructure. Television remains part of its offering as the network develops, with X32 now serving its MDU video requirements.

“For our MDU deployments, we wanted a solution that was straightforward to deploy, integrate into our network and manage remotely,” said Lester Brackett, Chief Technology Officer of BalsamWest FiberNet and Cherokee Cablevision. “The Luminato X32 allowed our team to take our IP-delivered video services and efficiently deliver them over the existing coax infrastructure within the property. The flexibility and ease of deployment made it a good fit for this application.”

Luminato X32 converts incoming IP video streams into QAM signals for distribution over a building’s coaxial network. Remote configuration and monitoring allow operators to manage the equipment centrally, bringing visibility and control to video delivery across individual properties.

Luminato X32 combines maintenance-free operation with a compact, fanless design for wall or rack installation. It brings Teleste’s established Luminato broadcast technology to building-level deployments across fiber and HFC networks.

“The move toward fiber does not mean every television service has to become app-based,” said Steve Condra, Senior Vice President of North America Sales for Teleste. “Broadcast can sit alongside broadband and streaming, giving operators different ways to meet a property’s needs. X32 makes that approach practical at the building level, and we are pleased to support Cherokee Cablevision together with Mega Hertz.”

About Cherokee Cablevision and BalsamWest FiberNet

Cherokee Cablevision provides broadband internet, television and voice services to residential and business customers in western North Carolina. Operated by BalsamWest FiberNet, the company is expanding its fiber network alongside upgrades to its cable infrastructure, improving connectivity and broadening service availability for the communities it serves.

For more information, please visit www.cherokeecablevision.com and www.balsamwest.net

About Teleste

Teleste (HEL: TLT1V) offers an integrated portfolio of products and services that helps build and run a better-networked society. Our solutions deliver broadband and television services, enhance safety in public places, and support the use of public transport. With solid industry expertise and a strong drive for innovation, we are a leading international company in broadband, security and information technologies and related services. We connect with our customers through a global network of offices and partners. Teleste is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

For more information, please visit www.teleste.com

About Mega Hertz

Mega Hertz is a value-added partner and integrator supporting service providers with solutions and services across broadband and video networks. For more than 50 years, Mega Hertz has served the service provider community and today supports operators with network upgrades to 1.8 GHz and DOCSIS 4.0-capable architectures.

For more information, please visit www.go2mhz.com

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Teleste — Linda Kallas, SVP, Communications, linda.kallas@teleste.com
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LONDON, Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — New survey data from Expert Reviews’ 2026 TV Awards has revealed that Northerners watch more TV per week than Southern UK residents, but Southerners spend more time on social media.

The UK spends the equivalent of 2 working days a week watching TV

Expert Reviews’ data found that the majority of respondents surveyed across the UK spend 15-20 hours per week watching TV – that’s about the equivalent of 2 full working days spent in front of a television screen each week. Only 1% of UK residents say they don’t watch any TV during the week. 

Northerners watch more TV than Southerners

However, survey respondents across Northern regions of the UK were found to watch more television than those based in Southern UK regions. 

In fact, 35% of Northerners admitted to watching over 21 hours of TV each week, compared to 30% of Southerners. This data highlights an interesting regional difference in the amount of time spent watching TV between the North and South of the UK.

Southerners spend more time on social media

Expert Reviews has also found that though respondents in Southern UK regions spend less time watching TV per week, they’re actually spending more time on social media compared to Northerners.

38% of Southern-based UK respondents say they spend over 21 hours on social media per week, compared to 36% of Northern respondents. 

Tech dominates UK leisure

These insights highlight just how entrenched technology and electrical devices have now become in our daily lives. Certain areas of the UK might opt for TV more than they opt for social media, and vice versa, but the common denominator is that both Northern and Southern UK respondents choose to watch some form of screen during their free time.

What does the UK actually use their TV for?

Streaming films and TV shows: 80%Watching live broadcast TV: 64%Watching live sports: 55% Watching YouTube: 50%Gaming: 31%Listening to music: 29%Browsing the web: 12%

Deputy Editor of Expert Reviews, Andy White, comments: “I don’t want to speculate on the social or cultural differences driving the TV watching and social media habits of those in the north and south, but what’s clear here is we can’t get enough content. We’ve only got so many hours in the day, but we choose to spend a significant proportion of our spare time glued to a screen of some description. On the one hand, I’m pleased that television viewing is still integral to many people’s lives despite there being more ways than ever to consume content, even if that seems like quite an unhealthy amount of TV to me”.

Tom Lord, Product and Consumer Manager for TV at Hisense UK, adds: “With 80% of the nation using their TV to stream films, having the right technology in the living room has never been more important to make the most out of that content and create a truly cinematic experience.

“At Hisense, we’re seeing a growing number of consumers looking to upgrade to larger screens and flagship technologies such as RGB MiniLED, which delivers unmatched colour accuracy and an enhanced viewing experience through advanced processing features such as Dolby Vision 2.

“With 180Hz panels and built-in features such as Xbox Cloud Gaming, consumers can also play their favourite games directly from their Hisense TV, without the need for a console, which is great news for the 31% of the nation who use their TVs for gaming.”

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Expert Reviews, launched in 2010, rigorously tests and reviews products to ensure consumers make informed decisions based on thoroughly tested conclusions.Expert Reviews’ survey, conducted in July 2026, targeted a representative sample of 1,041 UK residentsCollection of regional distribution data has been obtained to reflect geographical nuances and increase data validity

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