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Alibaba cloud to dedicate its global capabilities to support Bosch’s technology stack Both intend to deepen collaboration in leveraging Alibaba’s AI strength to facilitate Bosch’s business innovations, such as smart cockpit Bosch to expand its e-commerce presence in Southeast Asia, Spain, and Latin America through Alibaba’s global platforms HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, and Alibaba Group, a global technology company focused on e-commerce and cloud computing, today announced an expanded strategic partnership to accelerate digital transformation through advanced cloud computing and AI technologies. The enhanced collaboration will focus on cloud-based enterprise operations, AI-driven business innovations, and e-commerce expansion. “Our partnership opens up exciting opportunities for both Bosch and Alibaba to expand our offerings in the global market,” said Dr. Tanja Rückert, member of the Bosch board of management and Chief Digital Officer. “By joining forces, we combine Alibaba’s advanced cloud infrastructure, AI capabilities and e-commerce market reach with Bosch’s deep technological expertise in mobility, industrial technology and consumer goods to drive greater efficiency and innovation worldwide. AI has been an innovation booster for Bosch across all business sectors, and cooperation with strong partners like Alibaba is essential for Bosch to realizing its full potential and creating greater value.” “This partnership with Bosch demonstrates our commitment to empowering global businesses with world-class technologies and highlights Alibaba’s strengths in AI and cloud computing,” said Joe Tsai, Chairman of Alibaba Group. “Bosch’s leading expertise in advanced automotive solutions and household appliances, combined with Alibaba’s innovations in cloud, AI and e-commerce, will enable both our companies to bring compelling value propositions to customers worldwide.” Powering Innovation through Cloud Services and AI The expanded partnership – focusing on cloud migration and AI cooperation- marks a significant step further in bolstering Bosch’s digital operations and fostering industrial innovation. As part of Bosch Group ‘s cloud hyperscalers strategy, the collaboration between the two companies covers multiple business areas, such as corporate operations, home appliances and commercial vehicles, to enhance operational efficiency and enable smarter business processes. In addition, the two companies intend to collaborate on exploring the potential of running Bosch’s intelligent driving environment on Alibaba Cloud’s AI infrastructure. The partnership will leverage Alibaba’s AI capabilities to support Bosch’s businesses, boosting operational efficiency and enhancing product intelligence. In the automotive sector, for instance, the two companies plan to evaluate Qwen-based multimodal models to elevate the smart cockpit experience with more intuitive in-vehicle interactions. The two companies also intend to explore the possibility of development of next-generation automated driving solutions powered by Qwen’s visual language model to enhance scene recognition accuracy. Driving Global E-commerce Growth As a key pillar of the expanded partnership, Bosch and Alibaba will further drive growth and innovation in e-commerce through expanded product portfolio, enhanced customer engagement, and optimized brand experience. In 2025, Bosch plans to launch new product categories in China with consumer insights from Alibaba’s e-commerce platform. Alibaba will also support Bosch in reaching a broader consumer base in China through comprehensive omni-channel digital marketing. Based on the framework of collaboration in China, Bosch will extend its e-commerce footprint to Southeast Asia, Spain, and Latin America through Alibaba’s global e-commerce platforms including Lazada, Miravia and AliExpress, to better serve local consumers with innovative, high-quality products. Bosch and Alibaba’s collaboration in e-commerce began in 2017. Bosch has since established a strong presence on Alibaba’s Tmall platform, offering a wide range of consumer-focused products, including home appliances, power tools, heating systems, and automotive aftermarket parts. Joint efforts across marketing, sales, membership programs and online-to-offline services have significantly strengthened Bosch’s digital ecosystem and customer engagement in China. Hashtag: #AlibabaGroup The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Bosch In China, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drives and control technology, power tools, household appliances, security and communication systems as well as thermotechnology solutions. Having established a regional presence in China in 1909, Bosch employs more than 56,000 associates (as of December 31, 2024). Bosch in China has generated consolidated sales of CNY 142.8 billion in fiscal 2024. Additional information is available online at www.bosch.com.cn. The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 418,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2024). The company generated sales of 90.3 billion euros in 2024. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. With its business activities, the company aims to use technology to help shape universal trends such as automation, electrification, digitalization, connectivity, and an orientation to sustainability. In this context, Bosch’s broad diversification across regions and industries strengthens its innovativeness and robustness. Bosch uses its proven expertise in sensor technology, software, and services to offer customers cross-domain solutions from a single source. It also applies its expertise in connectivity and artificial intelligence in order to develop and manufacture user-friendly, sustainable products. With technology that is “Invented for life,” Bosch wants to help improve quality of life and conserve natural resources. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 490 subsidiary and regional companies in over 60 countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch’s global manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every country in the world. Bosch’s innovative strength is key to the company’s further development. At 136 locations across the globe, Bosch employs some 87,000 associates in research and development. The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861–1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant upfront investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-four percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a limited liability company with a charitable purpose. The remaining shares are held

Y Combinator-backed US fintech expands services to India with minutes-fast transfers that bypass traditional banking delays SAN FRANCISCO, US – EQS Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Y Combinator-backed startup fintech Grey (https://Grey.co/) has expanded its services to India, now offering almost instant rupee payouts to serve Indians earning from international sources—from freelancers and entrepreneurs to students and expats sending money home, receiving support from family and managing cross-border finances. The product expansion positions Grey, a US-licensed fintech, that serves over 2 million users across 50+ countries, as a major player offering comprehensive global banking services specifically designed for India’s digitally connected workforce, providing instant access to USD, EUR, and GBP accounts alongside local rupee conversions. India processes over $125 billion in annual remittances, more than any country globally, yet most recipients still wait 3-5 business days and pay 3-7% in hidden fees for international transfers. “Traditional banks treat international payments like it’s still 1995,” said Idorenyin Obong, Grey’s CEO, who spent time in Bengaluru meeting users “I talked to a freelance designer who was losing ₹15,000 monthly just on conversion fees and delays. That’s serious money.” The timing reflects India’s growing global economic integration. The country has the world’s largest freelance market with over 15 million freelancers and approximately 3 million remote workers employed by foreign companies. Most still rely on traditional payment methods with multi-day delays, despite having clients primarily based in the US, UK, Australia, Europe, and South America. Grey’s approach differs by providing users with actual US, European, and UK bank account details, allowing international clients to pay as if hiring locally, then instantly converting funds to rupees on the recipient’s end. “We’re not just another remittance app,” Obong explained. “We’re giving Indians the same financial infrastructure that Americans and Europeans have which is instant access to global money.” The launch positions Grey directly against established players in India, a market where cross-border payment companies have struggled with regulatory complexity and local banking partnerships. Indian users can sign up immediately at https://Grey.co/. The service supports payouts from 170+ countries and includes virtual USD debit cards and USDC cryptocurrency deposits and payouts. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Grey. Hashtag: #Grey The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Grey Grey is at the forefront of providing secure and convenient global banking solutions to meet the needs of customers and businesses. Grey holds a Money Service Business license from FINTRAC in Canada, and FinCEN in the USA, and our primary focus is emerging markets. Our range of services enables individuals and businesses to easily own and manage multi-currency accounts (https://Grey.co/Foreign-Accounts). This includes currency exchange (https://Grey.co/Currency-Exchange), sending and receiving payments (https://Grey.co/Money-Transfer) to and from over 170 countries, as well as access to virtual cards (https://Grey.co/Cards).

Akamai-commissioned research reports future-proofing digital business infrastructure as the top technology initiative for CEOs in Asia-Pacific organizations Leading analyst firm predicts that by 2027, 80% of CIOs will turn to edge services from cloud providers to meet the performance and compliance demands of AI inferencing 31% of enterprises have moved GenAI applications into production, with 64% in testing phase, forcing an infrastructure rethink SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – As generative AI becomes essential to business operations, organizations are being forced to rethink outdated infrastructure models, finds a new IDC research paper commissioned by Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online. According to the research paper titled “The Edge Evolution: Powering Success from Core to Edge,” Asia-Pacific (APAC) enterprises are realizing that centralized cloud architecture alone is unable to meet the increased demands of scale, speed, and compliance. It is crucial that businesses rethink and enhance infrastructure strategies to include edge services to stay competitive and compliant, and be ready for real-world AI deployment. According to the IDC Worldwide Edge Spending Guide — Forecast, 2025, public cloud services at the edge will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17% through 2028, with the total spending projected to reach US$29 billion by 2028. In addition, in the latest research paper, IDC predicts that by 2027, 80% of CIOs will turn to edge services from cloud providers to meet the performance and compliance demands of AI inferencing. This shift marks what is emerging in the paper as “The Edge Evolution.” The research paper further outlines how public cloud–connected systems combine the agility and scale of public cloud with the proximity and performance of edge computing, delivering the flexibility businesses need to thrive in an AI-powered future. The AI infrastructure reality check As generative AI moves from experimentation to execution, enterprises across APAC are confronting the limits of legacy infrastructure. Today, 31% of organizations surveyed in the region have already deployed GenAI applications into production. Meanwhile, 64% of organizations are in the testing or pilot phase, trialing GenAI across both customer-facing and internal use cases. However, this rapid momentum is exposing serious gaps in existing cloud architectures: Complexity of multicloud: 49% of enterprises struggle to manage multicloud environments due to inconsistent tools, fragmented data management, and challenges in maintaining up-to-date systems across platforms. Compliance trap: 50% of the top 1,000 organizations in Asia-Pacific will struggle with divergent regulatory changes and rapidly evolving compliance standards, and this will challenge their ability to adapt to market conditions and drive AI innovation. Bill shock: 24% of organizations identify unpredictable rising cloud costs as a key challenge in their GenAI strategies. Performance bottlenecks: Traditional hub-and-spoke cloud models introduce latency that undercuts the performance of real-time AI applications, making them unsuitable for production-scale GenAI workloads. “AI is only as powerful as the infrastructure it runs on,” said Parimal Pandya, Senior Vice President, Sales, and Managing Director, Asia-Pacific at Akamai Technologies. “This IDC research paper reveals how Asia-Pacific businesses are adopting more distributed, edge-first infrastructure to meet the performance, security, and cost needs of modern AI workloads. Akamai’s global edge platform is built for this transformation — bringing the power of computing closer to users, where it matters most.” Daphne Chung, Research Director at IDC Asia-Pacific, added, “GenAI is shifting from experimentation to enterprise-wide deployment. As a result, organizations are rethinking how and where their infrastructure operates. Edge strategies are no longer theoretical — they’re being actively implemented to meet real-world demands for intelligence, compliance, and scale.” Key findings for APAC: China scales GenAI with edge and public cloud dominance: 37% of enterprises have GenAI in production and 61% are testing, while 96% rely on public cloud IaaS. Edge IT investment is accelerating to support remote operations, disconnected environments, and industry-specific use cases. Japan accelerates AI infrastructure despite digital maturity gap: While only 38% of Japanese enterprises have GenAI in production, 84% believe GenAI has already disrupted or will disrupt their businesses in the next 18 months, and 98% plan to run AI workloads on public cloud IaaS for training and inferencing workloads. Edge use cases like AI, IoT, and operational support for cloud disconnection are driving infrastructure upgrades. India expands edge infrastructure to meet GenAI demand and manage costs: With 82% of enterprises conducting initial testing of GenAI and 16% leveraging GenAI in production, India is building out edge capabilities in tier 2 and 3 cities. 91% of GenAI adopters rely on public cloud IaaS, but cost concerns and skills gaps are pushing demand for affordable, AI-ready infrastructure. ASEAN embraces GenAI with edge-first strategies beyond capital hubs: 91% of ASEAN enterprises expect GenAI disruption within 18 months, with 16% having introduced GenAI applications into the production environment and 84% in the initial testing phase. 96% are adopting public cloud IaaS for AI workloads, while edge investment is rising to support remote operations and data control. Building a cloud-connected future To stay ahead, enterprises must modernize infrastructure across cloud and edge, aligning deployments with specific workload needs. Securing data through Zero Trust frameworks and continuous compliance is essential, as is ensuring interoperability to avoid vendor lock-in. By tapping into ecosystem partners, businesses can accelerate AI deployment and scale faster, smarter, and with greater flexibility. Download the full IDC InfoBrief, commissioned by Akamai, “The Edge Evolution: Powering Success from Core to Edge“, August 2025, IDC Doc #AP242522IB, to explore strategic insights and recommendations for building cloud-connected, AI-ready infrastructure across APAC. Hashtag: #Akamai https://www.akamai.com/https://sg.linkedin.com/company/akamai-technologieshttps://x.com/Akamai The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Akamai Akamai is the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online. Our market-leading security solutions, superior threat intelligence, and global operations team provide defense in depth to safeguard enterprise data and applications everywhere. Akamai’s full-stack cloud computing solutions deliver performance and affordability on the world’s most distributed platform. Global enterprises trust Akamai to provide the industry-leading reliability, scale, and expertise they need to grow

Launch of RJJ Hotels and multiple agreements position Malaysia as the hub for regional tourism and investment growth KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Malaysian-owned hospitality group, RIYAZ International Sdn. Bhd., has formalised a strategic partnership with Jin Jiang Hotels China Region to launch RJJ Hotels Sdn. Bhd. and expand its footprint across Southeast Asia and the wider Asia Pacific region. The launch of the RJJ Hotels where RIYAZ International has partnered with Jin Jiang Hotels China Region to expand its presence across Southeast Asia and Asia Pacific. The launch was witnessed by YBhg Dato’ Hairil Yahri Yaacob, Secretary General, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (representing YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry) From left to right: Zhang Zhong Hao, Senior Vice President of Jinjiang Hotels (China Region); Zhou Wei, Vice President of Jinjiang International (Group); Zhao Qi, Party Secretary and Chairman of Jinjiang International (Group); YBhg Dato’ Hairil Yahri Yaacob, Secretary General, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry; Dato’ Sri Shaheen, Group Managing Director, RIYAZ International and RJJ Hotels; Dato’ Muthukumar Ayarpadde, Board of Directors, RIYAZ International and Founder and Executive Chairman of MK Tron Group; He Yijun, General Manager of the Overseas Business Department of Jinjiang Hotels (China Region) The milestone was celebrated at a signing and launch ceremony at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), officiated by YBhg. Dato’ Hairil Yahri Yaacob, Secretary General, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry on behalf of YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Aziz, the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry of Malaysia, who also delivered the keynote address. The event brought together more than 400 industry stakeholders, underscoring confidence in Malaysia as a hub for tourism, hospitality, and cross-border investment. The programme opened with remarks by Dato’ Sri Shaheen, Group Managing Director RIYAZ International and RJJ Hotels, followed by Zhou Wei, Vice President of Jin Jiang International. Agreements included: A Management License Agreement (MLA) between RJJ Hotels and Jin Jiang Hotels China Region. A Joint Venture Agreement between RIYAZ International and Permodalan Satok Berhad (PSB) for the Metropolo Jinjiang Hotels Sarawak project. 11 Hotel Management Agreements and MoUs across Malaysia. The MLA was signed by Dato’ Sri Shaheen and Zhang Zhonghao, Senior Vice President of Jin Jiang Hotels China Region, and witnessed by Zhao Qi, Party Committee Secretary and Chairman of Jin Jiang International, with senior representatives from RIYAZ and Jin Jiang International. These signings mark the launch of RJJ Hotels as a platform to accelerate regional growth and investment, strengthening hospitality flows beyond Malaysia and China. Founded in 2008, RIYAZ International has built a reputation through its award-winning portfolio including The RIYAZ, Dash, The Pure and AQVA. Jin Jiang Hotels China Region is part of Shanghai Jin Jiang International Hotels Co., Ltd., one of the world’s leading hotel groups. With more than 17,000 hotels and 1.6 million rooms across 55 countries, its portfolio spans premium, midscale and economy brands. Through RJJ Hotels, five of its established brands — Metropolo Jinjiang Hotels, Lavande Hotels, Jinjiang Inn, Ginco Hotel and Renjoy Hotel — will be introduced to Southeast Asia, catering to diverse travel needs across business and leisure segments. Quotes In his keynote speech on behalf of YB Senator Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Aziz, the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry of Malaysia at the launch ceremony, YBhg Dato’ Hairil Yahri Yaacob, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry of Malaysia, stated, “The partnership between RIYAZ Group and Jinjiang Hotels (China) demonstrates investors’ strong confidence in Malaysia’s economic resilience. It also underscores the importance of global collaboration in solidifying Malaysia’s position as a regional hub for trade, tourism, and sustainable development. Ultimately, the value of a partnership like this will be measured not just by rooms opened, but by the quality of opportunities it creates for Malaysians: by how many SMEs join the value chain; by how many young people receive world-class training, and by how effectively we embed sustainability—from energy efficiency to waste reduction—into daily operations.” Dato’ Sri Shaheen, Group Managing Director RIYAZ International and RJJ Hotels, said: “RJJ Hotels is more than a launch — it is Malaysia’s chance to lead a new era of cross-border hospitality. With RIYAZ’s local strength and Jin Jiang’s reach, we are shaping growth that puts Malaysia at the centre of Southeast Asia’s tourism story.” Zhou Wei, Vice President of Jin Jiang International, said: “Southeast Asia is central to our growth strategy, and Malaysia’s resilience makes it the natural hub. Working with RIYAZ gives us the local insight to bring global resources into the region and deliver hospitality that creates long-term value.” RIYAZ International and Jin Jiang Hotels China Region reaffirm their commitment to sustainable hospitality growth, with Malaysia as the anchor and Southeast Asia as the next frontier. Hashtag: #RIYAZInternational #JinJiangHotels The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd (“Kenanga Futures“) has announced the launch of its latest nationwide campaign, “Futures Awaken”. Running until 30 November 2025, the campaign is dedicated to shaping a new generation of traders by enhancing their financial strategies and redefining Futures as a vital hedging and risk management tool amidst ongoing global economic uncertainties. Azila Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director & Head of Listed Derivatives, Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd Building on the spirit of Malaysia Day, Futures Awaken highlights Malaysia’s growing prominence in the global derivatives space by showcasing the vibrant and dynamic product landscape of Bursa Malaysia Derivatives (“BMD”) as a gateway to new opportunities. Reflecting Kenanga Futures’ commitment to Building a Smart Derivatives Trading Community, the campaign offers a curated digital learning journey featuring interactive e-modules and seminars – all designed to foster financial literacy and empower Malaysia’s New-Gen, which makes up 25% of the population, to take charge of their financial future in the ever-evolving derivatives landscape. “At Kenanga Futures, we are building tomorrow, today. By staying true to our values, we strive to inspire and empower the next generation of traders through innovation and enhanced education to thrive in this dynamic derivatives industry. The Futures Awaken campaign is a timely initiative that celebrates the spirit of Malaysia Day by equipping Malaysians with a strong foundation in futures trading and advancing them to the next level. As the Gen-Alpha of today embraces disruptive technology and adopts AI-machine learning in trading strategy, the derivatives landscape is being redefined – unlocking new opportunities in this new era of trading,” said Azila Abdul Aziz, Chief Executive Officer/ Executive Director & Head of Listed Derivatives of Kenanga Futures. Throughout the campaign period, account opening fees are reduced to a nominal RM10, lowering the barrier of entry for newcomers to capitalise on the current market landscape. Additionally, new clients who successfully register and open a futures trading account with Kenanga Futures during the campaign period, and trade a minimum of 10 BMD contracts, will be eligible to receive a RM100 e-shopping voucher, while the top 20 traders must fulfil the minimum requirement of trading more than 500 BMD contracts during the campaign period in order to qualify for the RM300 e-shopping voucher. Looking ahead, Kenanga Futures plans to expand the campaign with advanced learning modules, collaborative initiatives, and partnerships with industry experts – reinforcing its commitment to Building a Smart Derivatives Trading Community. Visit https://www.kenangafutures.com.my to start your futures trading journey today. -Terms and conditions apply. Hashtag: #Kenanga The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd 199501024398 (353603-X) Kenanga Futures Sdn Bhd is an award-winning Malaysian listed derivatives broker regulated under the Securities Commission Malaysia and Bursa Malaysia Berhad. The company offers clients electronic market access to trade listed products on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives, CME Group and Hong Kong Exchange. Apart from being a direct member of Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Berhad and the clearinghouse, the company is also a registered broker with the U.S. CFTC and was granted exemption relief pursuant to Commission Regulation 30.10 which enables the company to paper directly with entities in the U.S. On the domestic front, the company has an extensive network with 24 branches nationwide licensed to trade listed derivatives. Clients can access both U.S. and Malaysian listed derivatives on a single trading platform via the company’s trademarked real-time customised online trading solution, KDF TradeActive™. KDF TradeActive™ is available on both desktop and mobile devices, giving clients easy access to real-time market data and flexibility to trade on-the-go.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Dachser, a global logistics provider with over 90 years of experience and more than two decades of specialized expertise in wine and spirits logistics, has expanded its service portfolio across the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Through the expansion, Dachser Air & Sea Logistics (ASL) APAC, further strengthens its position to better support the region’s growing market demands. Leveraging its deep industry expertise and robust multimodal network, Dachser offers an integrated end-to-end supply chain solution for wine and spirits businesses operating between Europe and APAC. The offering combines air and sea freight services with the well-established European network of Dachser Road Logistics, delivering efficiency, reliability, and product integrity from origin to destination. The APAC wine and spirits market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5-6% until 2030, driven by rising consumer demand and expanding trade. “The region presents significant opportunities for Dachser to apply our established expertise in wine and spirits logistics,” said Roman Mueller, Managing Director for Air & Sea Logistics Asia Pacific. “At Dachser, we understand the unique needs of our customers and are committed to delivering wine and spirits with excellence, ensuring customers experience a first-class journey from European wineries to markets across APAC.” Dachser’s participation at ProWine Hong Kong 2025 marked a key milestone in the regional expansion of its wine and spirits logistics portfolio. Held from May 14-16, 2025, the event provided a platform for the company to showcase its capabilities under the motto: “Wine and spirits, delivered with excellence.” Dachser engaged with trading companies, importers, distributors, and hospitality professionals to highlight how its solutions support business growth and supply chain resilience across the fast-changing beverage markets. From European vineyard to Asia Pacific: built on global strength Dachser’s integrated wine and spirits logistics offering includes multimodal transport services—air, sea (FCL and LCL), and European road freight—along with buyers’ consolidation, customs clearance, warehousing, temperature-controlled handling, and in-house insurance. All services are supported by Dachser’s proprietary digital systems, providing real-time tracking and ETA visibility. “We consolidate shipments from multiple European suppliers to a single consignee and act as a one-stop logistics partner,” said Sébastien Ferrandiz, Business Development Manager Food and Beverage Logistics Asia Pacific. “By managing the entire European journey of wine and spirits products through our own European trucking network, own container freight stations and dedicated teams, we enable our customers to focus on growing their businesses, while we take care of the logistics with reliability and efficiency.” Operating in the APAC region for more than 45 years, Dachser continues to expand with presence in currently more than 40 locations, including Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Seoul, Shanghai, and Singapore. In 2023, Dachser expanded its footprint to Australia and New Zealand through acquisition and opened a new office in Japan, along with sales offices in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and Da Nang, Vietnam. With a solid regional presence and a strong European logistics backbone, Dachser is well-positioned to deliver a wide spectrum of logistics services tailored to the diverse needs of its customers. Hashtag: #Dachser The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Dachser Dachser, a family-owned company headquartered in Kempten, Germany, provides transport logistics, warehousing, and customized services in two business fields: Dachser Air & Sea Logistics and Dachser Road Logistics. The latter consists of two business lines: Dachser European Logistics and Dachser Food Logistics. Comprehensive contract logistics services and industry-specific solutions round out the company’s range. A seamless shipping network—both in Europe and overseas—and fully integrated IT systems ensure intelligent logistics solutions worldwide. Thanks to some 37,300 employees at 433 locations all over the globe, Dachser generated consolidated net revenue of approximately EUR 8 billion in 2024. The same year, the logistics provider handled a total of 83.2 million shipments with a tonnage of 44.1 million metric tons. Country organizations represent Dachser in 43 countries. For more information about Dachser, please visit dachser.com In the DACHSER magazine, you will regularly find up-to-date reports, articles, and interviews on topics that concern us today and tomorrow: magazine.dachser.com

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 September 2025 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has released insights from its 2025 Malaysia Employee Benefits and Wellbeing Report, which provides a comprehensive view of the current workplace dynamics for more than 130 companies and 507 employees highlighting the evolving landscape of employee benefits and wellbeing in Malaysia. The report highlighted that 40 percent of employees, under 29 years old, and 53 percent of those ranging from age 30-34 are considering seeking new employment within the next 12 months. Furthermore, the report also found that 51 percent of employees who have worked for three to five years are also considering changing jobs in the coming year. These groups include workers involved in execution roles and mid-level managers with several years of experience and institutional knowledge, whose potential departure could affect business continuity and productivity. The report also found that as prospective employees make decisions about choosing an employer, 57 percent valued work flexibility, while 50 percent valued work-life balance and opportunities for career growth and development. Healthcare costs on the rise Healthcare cost is a key concern for employers in Malaysia. Employers are seeing five to 10 percent annual benefits cost increases, primarily due to rising medical costs and increased benefits usage. This financial pressure may lead employers to reconsider benefit levels, challenging employers to maintain or curate a competitive benefits package. This also influences the design of benefits, which impacts employees. “Wellbeing factors such as emotional, physical, work-life, social and financial are closely linked and interconnected to each other and contribute to the strength of a workforce,” said Surendran Ramanathan, head of Wealth Solutions in Malaysia at Aon. “Improving one area can impact others. Prioritising benefits and wellbeing are not merely a strategic choice; it is necessary for organisations to thrive in a competitive landscape. By investing in comprehensive benefits packages and robust wellbeing initiatives, companies can significantly enhance employee health, engagement and productivity, leading to a more motivated workforce which is crucial for driving the organisation’s success,” Ramanathan added. Eighty-one percent of employers and 77 percent of employees acknowledged that flexible working improves work/life balance and flexibility. However, 73 percent of employers were concerned with collaboration among teams and 57 percent of employees are concerned about reduced interaction highlighting the challenge of maintaining workplace culture. While both employers and employees value wellbeing, a gap exists between its importance and actual outcomes. Although 96 percent of those surveyed rated financial wellbeing as a top priority, only 30 percent have assessed their retirement income and feel on track with savings, highlighting a disconnect between current financial habits and retirement planning. Connie Chung, principal consultant for Wealth Solutions in Malaysia at Aon, said, “Retirement savings are a growing concern. Despite the Employees Provident Fund being key to retirement savings, many retirees lack sufficient funds to cover post-retirement expenses, highlighting the importance of financial literacy and better saving strategies. Financial education is essential for employees’ financial planning across different life stages, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and tools.” Aon’s 2025 Malaysia Employee Benefits and Wellbeing report can be found here. Hashtag: #Aon The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. 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