Month: June 2025

The four new basketballs are reflective of Caitlin’s inspirations on and off the court

CHICAGO, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Wilson Sporting Goods Co. announces today the expansion of its signature basketball line with WNBA star, Caitlin Clark. Since signing Clark last year, Wilson has released several basketball collections celebrating her continued legacy. Heading into year two, Clark has worked closely with the Wilson team to design and develop the new line that will be released on June 23^rd.

“I love working with Wilson to create these signature basketballs, and I hope this collection helps to inspire young girls and boys to get out and play,” says Caitlin Clark, 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year. “I’m really excited about the designs because they share even more about me as a person and player.”

The latest collection was developed by a team of women product designers at Wilson who collaborated closely with Caitlin throughout the process. They gathered key insights to create unique designs, highlighting the elements that keep Caitlin motivated and centered. The basketballs are available in a range of price points, offering more options to athletes and fans alike. The four new basketballs are titled Embrace, Aspire, Oasis and Envision:

• Embrace^™: Wilson’s premium Evo NXT basketball, featuring a pattern within the Wilson script® and Evo NXT that was created by examining decibel-level data following Caitlin’s biggest in-game plays. Measuring the intensity of the sound, and displaying it on the basketball, highlights how Caitlin feeds off the crowd support and allows it to fuel her play. All of this comes to life in a pastel color palette hand-picked by Cailtin.
• Aspire: A UV basketball that, when hit with sunlight, changes color to reveal some of Caitlin’s favorite inspirational messages and quotes, such as “dream big, keep going” and “you’re going to be amazing because you are amazing.” The deep red accents are inspired by Caitlin’s WNBA team.
• Oasis^™: Developed using the official WNBA Basketball template, this design highlights white alternating panels with a unique pattern representative of Caitlin’s happy places. The pattern contains silhouettes from golf course fairways and peaceful lake waves in a pastel colorway favored by Caitlin.
• Envision^™: An Outdoor basketball meant to inspire young athletes with its intricate yet subtle pattern that reads “DREAM BIG” in one of Caitlin’s favorite shades of blue. Identifying the text within the labyrinth pattern symbolizes the importance of staying focused.

“Caitlin Clark is not just a record-setting athlete, she is a cultural influence who has galvanized athletes and fans across the full spectrum of ages, genders and backgrounds in supporting women’s sports,” says David Picioski, Director of Global Marketing, Team Sports at Wilson. “We are proud to partner with Caitlin to continue furthering our mission of inspiring the next generation of athletes, and we are confident that this new collection will aid in that mission.”

This Wilson x Caitlin Clark basketball line will be available online and in-stores at Wilson and key retailers starting Monday, June 23rd. For more information, please visit Wilson.com and follow @WilsonBasketball on social.

About Wilson  

Chicago, USA-based Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. The Company brings more than a century of innovation and heritage to the world of sport – celebrating the iconic moments made possible by Wilson across Racquet Sports, Baseball, Softball, American Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer and Golf. Wilson is part of Amer Sports Group, a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange.

In Basketball, Wilson is the supplier of Official Game Basketballs for the National Basketball Association® (NBA), the Women’s National Basketball Association® (WNBA), National Collegiate Athletic Association® (NCAA) for March Madness and the Final Four, Basketball Champions League (BCL), Basketball Africa League (BAL), FIBA 3×3 and approximately 39 High School State Associations.

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If you are a consumer who bought certain generic prescription drugs in the United States between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, you could be eligible for money.

HARTFORD, Conn., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The purpose of this Notice is to alert Consumers to a proposed settlement with generic prescription drug manufacturer Apotex Corp. which settles claims in lawsuits currently pending in the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut (the “States’ Actions”) and claims brought by Consumers and other End-Payers (“End-Payer Plaintiffs” or “EPPs”) in a group of class actions currently pending in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (the “EPP Class Actions”). For purposes of this Notice, a “Consumer” is an individual who purchased one or more of the generic drugs at issue in the lawsuits. This is the most recent settlement in this litigation; prior settlements have been made with other generic drug manufacturers. The lawsuits remain ongoing against non-settling defendant drug manufacturers.

The States’ Actions and the EPP Class Actions claim that Defendants unlawfully agreed to fix the prices of numerous generic prescription drugs sold in the United States. As a result, prescription drug purchasers – including Consumers – may have overpaid for certain generic drugs. More information on the lawsuits and settlements is available at AGGenericDrugs.com. The lawsuits are not about – and do not question – the safety or efficacy of any of the drugs at issue.

Generally, you may be included if at any time between May 1, 2009 and December 31, 2019, you purchased in the United States or certain territories, a generic prescription drug (not for resale) listed in the lawsuit and manufactured by any one of the Defendants. A listing of the drugs and a more complete description of eligibility requirements is available at the website (AGGenericDrugs.com) or by calling the toll-free number (1-866-290-0182).

The State Attorneys General have created a fund for the deposit of settlement money from current and future settlements (“Settlement Fund”). For the Apotex Settlement, Apotex will pay $39,100,000, of which $17,624,403 will be allocated among Consumers, $9,745,596 will be allocated among certain State Entities, and $11,730,000 will be used for the payment of notice and administration expenses, as well as the costs of litigating the States’ Actions, subject to Court approval. The settlement agreement with Apotex and a more complete description of benefits (and other information) is available at the website (AGGenericDrugs.com).

Money will not be distributed yet, and will be distributed pursuant to a Plan of Allocation at a later date and only after requisite court approvals. The State Attorneys General and EPPs will continue to pursue the lawsuits against the non-settling defendants, with the expectation that additional money from future settlements will be placed into the Settlement Fund for later distribution, including to Consumers who purchased generic drugs involved in the litigation and who timely submit valid claims.

The claims process will open at a later date. You will need to submit a claim form to get a payment, which will be made available to you via the website at a later date. To receive updates about this and future Settlements, including when a claim form will be available, and instructions on what information to provide when submitting a claim, you should register on the website (AGGenericDrugs.com) or call the toll-free number, 1-866-290-0182.

If you do nothing, you will be bound by the Settlement and the Courts’ decisions. If you want to keep your right to sue the Settling Defendants, you must exclude yourself (“Opt out”) from the Settlement by July 24, 2025. If you wish to file objections or comments/concerns but still remain in the litigation (and thus be bound by the Settlement and the Court’s decisions), you may do so by submitting them to the Court by July 24, 2025. The procedure for either opting out of or objecting to the Settlement is explained on the website (AGGenericDrugs.com). The United States District Court for the District of Connecticut will hold a hearing on August 12, 2025, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania will hold a hearing on October 3, 2025 to consider whether to approve the proposed Settlement. You or your own lawyer may appear at the hearing at your own expense, but you do not have to attend.

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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, today announced the launch of a bold new brand identity and a powerful purpose statement: “Enhancing the lives we live and the world we share.” This brand evolution reflects Carrier’s strategic transformation and commitment to driving sustainable growth, innovation and global impact.

“Just as we transformed our portfolio, we are reimagining our brand to reflect the higher-growth, higher-value, customer-driven lifecycle solutions company we are today,” said David Gitlin, Chairman and CEO, Carrier. “For more than 120 years, Carrier has been at the forefront of innovation, shaping industries and improving lives. United by purpose, driven by vision and empowered by a bold brand identity, Carrier is entering a new era of global leadership in intelligent climate and energy solutions.”

A Brand Evolution Rooted in Purpose
At the heart of this evolution is Carrier’s new tagline, “For the World We Share.” These words capture Carrier’s shared commitment to help shape a better world and its role in delivering solutions that improve the spaces where we live and work.

“Carrier’s brand transformation marks a bold new chapter — one that reflects a dynamic, forward-thinking and purpose-driven company relentlessly focused on innovation, sustainability and customer-driven solutions,” said Milena Oliveira, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at Carrier. “‘For the World We Share‘ is more than a tagline. It expresses our deep commitment to lead with purpose, enhance lives and help shape a more sustainable future for generations to come.”

A Bold New Brand Identity
Carrier is unveiling a reimagined brand identity that embodies its strategic direction and signals evolution — modernizing how the brand looks, sounds and connects with the world. As part of this transformation, Carrier is introducing a new visual identity featuring a warm, contemporary color palette that symbolizes innovation, optimism and progress. While the iconic Carrier blue oval logo remains unchanged — a trusted emblem of industry leadership for more than a century — the updated look reinforces Carrier’s forward momentum and focus on the future of climate and energy innovation.

Bringing Carrier’s Brand to Life
Carrier is launching a new advertising campaign to bring its brand transformation to life. Aligned with the new purpose and tagline, it showcases the company’s global impact through emotionally driven, human-centric real-world stories, focusing on sustainability and innovation. The campaign spans high-profile national media channels and major streaming platforms, featuring compelling storytelling that highlights how Carrier’s intelligent solutions are improving lives and shaping a more sustainable future. It is also amplified through targeted digital advertising and Carrier’s owned channels.

To learn more about Carrier’s brand transformation and campaign — and explore its innovative climate and energy solutions, visit worldweshare.carrier.com.

Carrier. For the World We Share.

About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

Carrier. For the World We Share.

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The electric truck market is estimated at USD 5,247.2 million in 2025. It is projected to grow at a CAGR of 29.5%, reaching USD 32,133.4 million by 2032, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. The electric truck market is swiftly evolving as governments and fleets push for cleaner freight solutions. With prominent players such as AB Volvo and BYD rolling out models for urban delivery and long-haul routes, adoption is accelerating. For instance, in September 2024, AB Volvo launched a new electric truck with a 372-mile range per charge designed for long-haul transport. The model uses advanced battery technology to improve operational efficiency and reduce emissions. Incentives, emission targets, and expanding charging networks are further making electric trucks more practical. Light-duty models are leading adoption in cities, while medium- and heavy-duty segments are gaining momentum. As infrastructure and battery technology improve, electric trucks are poised to reshape global commercial transport.

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The electric truck market, by battery type, is dominated by the Lithium-Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt Oxide (NMC) battery. Leading manufacturers such as Ford, Scania, and Rivian integrate NMC batteries into their vehicles to optimize performance and range. These batteries have a higher energy density than Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries. Additionally, the declining cost of NMC batteries has brought them closer to price parity with LFP batteries, enhancing their market appeal. While LFP batteries are gaining traction, mainly due to their longer lifecycle, the adoption of NMC batteries is expected to rise significantly, particularly across European and North American markets, driven by performance requirements and energy density advantages.

As OEMs expand electric truck offerings across various duty cycles, battery chemistry selection is becoming increasingly application specific. NMC batteries, with their compact size and high-power output, are well-suited for long-haul and heavy-duty operations where space and energy demands are critical. Conversely, LFP batteries are preferred in short-haul, urban, and light-duty applications due to their lower thermal risk and extended cycle life. Manufacturers are also investing in flexible battery platforms to accommodate both chemistries, ensuring adaptability across diverse fleet requirements. This dual-chemistry strategy is expected to drive innovation and competitiveness in the electric truck battery ecosystem.

Heavy-duty trucks are anticipated to secure a leading market position.

By type, heavy-duty trucks are emerging as the most influential segment in the electric truck market, driven by the global push to decarbonize long-haul and high-load freight transportation. These trucks are central to logistics and industrial operations, which contribute disproportionately to carbon emissions. Despite accounting for less than 20% of vehicle sales, medium- and heavy-duty trucks contribute nearly 40% of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions. This imbalance has compelled policymakers, particularly in North America and Europe, to mandate electrification across high-emission commercial fleets. Government frameworks like California’s Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation and Canada’s 2040 zero-emission target for MHDVs have fueled OEM investment, accelerated innovation, and increased deployment of electric heavy-duty trucks.

Modern heavy-duty electric trucks now rival diesel counterparts in both performance and range. For instance, the Tesla Semi, with a battery capacity of 900–1000 kWh, offers a range of up to 500 miles and supports Class 8 logistics applications. Similarly, Freightliner’s eCascadia, launched by Daimler Truck North America, provides a 200–250-mile range and is used for regional haul and intermodal operations. Volvo’s VNR Electric, with a 565-kWh battery pack, offers a range of up to 270 miles and targets heavy-duty urban distribution. These models illustrate how manufacturers are integrating high-capacity batteries and advanced propulsion to serve long-haul, last-mile, and intercity freight demand.

Fleet operators increasingly favor these trucks due to the reduced total cost of ownership (TCO), resulting from savings in fuel, maintenance, and emissions compliance. PepsiCo, for example, began deploying the Tesla Semi to fulfill long-haul logistics in the US, helping the company meet its sustainability commitments with zero tailpipe emissions. As infrastructure scales and regulations tighten, heavy-duty trucks are set to remain pivotal to commercial EV adoption globally.

The European electric market is projected to grow significantly.

France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the UK are core markets under the European electric truck landscape. The region is governed by stringent emission regulations, with national governments actively incentivizing the electrification of transport. Policies such as tax exemptions, vehicle purchase subsidies, and infrastructure funding have collectively accelerated the shift toward electric trucks. Countries like Germany and the Netherlands have also introduced aggressive clean mobility programs that align with the EU Green Deal and Fit for 55 climate targets, impacting transport emissions and market expansion.

In 2024, Daimler Truck AG announced a substantial investment into its European e-mobility segment, launching next-generation electric variants such as the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, which offers over 300 miles of real-world range. Similarly, Volvo Trucks scaled production of its FH Electric and FM Electric models across its Gothenburg and Ghent plants, with confirmed orders from logistics giants such as DFDS and DHL.

Furthermore, Europe is home to the world’s leading electric truck manufacturers, including AB Volvo, Mercedes Benz Group AG, and Scania AB. These OEMs are driving innovation in electric powertrain technologies, battery integration, and range performance, positioning the region at the forefront of electric truck production. As manufacturers expand their electric truck portfolios to include light, medium, and heavy-duty variants, fleet operators across logistics, construction, and municipal sectors are increasingly adopting battery-electric alternatives. This well-established industrial base provides the technological foundation and supply chain efficiency needed to scale adoption.

To ensure a smooth transition, European governments are heavily investing in public and private charging infrastructure while continuing to offer long-term support for vehicle electrification. Funding mechanisms under the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility, as well as national climate programs, are prioritizing clean transport projects. With policy alignment, OEM leadership, and improved environmental awareness, the electric truck market in Europe is set for sustained and robust growth.

Key Market Electric Truck Industry:

Prominent players in the Electric Truck Companies include as BYD (China), AB Volvo (Sweden), Ford Motor Company (US), Dongfeng Motor Corporation (China), and Rivian (US).

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• Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like BYD (China), AB Volvo (Sweden), Ford Motor Company (US), Rivian (US), Dongfeng Motor Corporation (China), among others in the electric truck market

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Student-led projects driving innovation in AI, healthcare, sustainability, and inclusive education across Nord Anglia’s global schools

LONDON, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Leading international schools organisation Nord Anglia Education has announced the fifth round of its Social Impact Grants, awarding over US$155,000 to 17 student-led projects across its 80+ schools worldwide.

These initiatives directly support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and address pressing local and global challenges.

Since launching in 2021, the programme has invested more than US$735,000 in student innovation, enabling young changemakers to design and implement impactful solutions in their communities.

“Young people are immensely capable of creating change, and these grants empower Nord Anglia students to go beyond the classroom and have a real impact on their local communities. There are valuable lessons being taught here too, with our students learning new skills from organisation to communication, collaboration, empathy, and more,” said Dr Leslie Williams, Group Head of Social Impact and EDIB at Nord Anglia Education.

What are Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Grants?
Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Grants programme supports student-led initiatives that tackle real-world issues, including:

• Expanding healthcare access for underserved communities.
• Addressing climate change through sustainability initiatives.
• Creating inclusive learning opportunities for diverse learners.
• Promoting equity and inclusion across local communities.
• Improving digital literacy through the use of AI and robotics.

Each project is reviewed by the Nord Anglia Student Advisory Board and a Grants Committee chaired by Lord Jim Knight, ensuring student voice and leadership are central to the process.

2025 Grant Highlights: Student Innovation in Action
Here are some standout projects from this year’s recipients:

• Oakridge Bengaluru – SuvriddhiOS
  A Generative AI-powered device that teaches underserved children in Bengaluru programming and project management skills.
• Avenues São Paulo – Robotizando
  A robotics and coding programme for low-income students in São Paulo, promoting digital equity and 21st-century STEM skills.
• Eton School Mexico City – Compartiendo Sonrisas
  A fundraising and awareness campaign supporting children with cancer.
• Oakridge Bachupally – Aequitas
  A project addressing educational and health disparities in Hyderabad, with a strong focus on EDIB and sanitation equity.
• British Vietnamese International School Hanoi – Nhan Chinh Project
  Providing learning materials and assistive technology for hearing impaired students in Vietnam.
• Léman Chengdu – Youth for Unity
  Supporting cognitively and physically impaired children with access to developmental tools and inclusive education.
• British International School of Houston – BISH YESS
  Hosting a youth-led environmental sustainability summit for students across the region.
• British International School of Kuala Lumpur – Embrace, Educate & Empower
  Creating inclusive learning environments for neurodivergent students in Kuala Lumpur through education and advocacy.
• The Village School – Step-In Education
  A peer-tutoring platform connecting student volunteers with refugee learners to teach English and support integration.

Empowering Young Changemakers: Voices from the Programme
“Nord Anglia’s grants have helped me bring to life a project I’ve been thinking about for a long time,” said Kiana, a grant recipient from BIS Kuala Lumpur. “I want everybody to have an equal opportunity at a successful education, and this funding will go a long way towards making sure we can make a valuable impact.”

“We’re ready to turn momentum into meaningful change, for students, by students, and enabled by Nord Anglia,” said Rayhan from Oakridge Bachupally.

“By offering students funding, they can make an even greater impact in their local communities,” said Lord Jim Knight, Chair of Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Grants Committee and member of its Education Advisory Board. “What’s even more inspiring is how they’re taking ownership of the process, from proposals to implementation and evaluation. I believe this is one of the most powerful educational experiences we can offer students.”

Read more here about Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Grants and how our students are making a difference.

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Nord Anglia Education is a global leader in premium international education, with over 90,000 students across 34 countries. Our schools combine academic excellence, personalised learning, and real-world impact to prepare students for success in life. Learn more or apply: nordangliaeducation.com

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SHENZHEN, China, June 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has recently released its Sustainability Report 2024, marking the 17th consecutive year the company has proactively disclosed its sustainable commitments and progress to the public.

The ZTE Corporation Sustainability Report 2024 highlights ZTE’s strong ESG strategies and achievements, showcasing how the company is leveraging digital innovation to drive sustainable transformation across the globe.

Amid the accelerating wave of global digitalization, ZTE remains committed to its role as a “Driver of the Digital Economy”, advancing its sustainability agenda on two fronts: by making significant strides in green operations guided by science-based carbon targets, and by enabling digital and low-carbon transformation across industries through cutting-edge technologies.

Xu Ziyang, Executive Director and CEO of ZTE, states in the report, “The new wave of AI-driven technological revolution, particularly the boom of large models and generative AI, has propelled the global digital and intelligent transformation. In this critical year filled with both challenges and opportunities, ZTE, as a ‘Driver of Digital Economy’, stayed true to its original aspiration and responded to the call of the times.”

The report reveals that ZTE continues to strengthen the underlying capabilities and scaling up R&D investment to build stronger core competence, with the R&D expenses accounting for 19.81% of operating revenue. As of December 31, 2024, ZTE had filed 93,000 global patent applications, with over 48,000 patents granted. Specifically, in the field of chips, ZTE had filed about 5,500 patent applications, with over 2,000 granted. In the field of AI, the company had filed more than 5,000 patent applications, with nearly half of them already granted, demonstrating strong innovation and technological capabilities.

Advancing Green Strategies to Tackle Climate Challenges

ZTE centers its core drive on technological innovation, continuously deepening its green development strategy to address climate change challenges and promote the coordinated advancement of digital intelligence and sustainability across industries. In 2024, ZTE received official approval from the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term 1.5°C target and long-term net-zero targets. In the same year, ZTE published the ZTE Net-Zero Strategy White Paper.

The company continues to advance its “Green Digital Path” initiative across four dimensions: green corporate operations, green supply chain, green digital infrastructure, and green empowerment. ZTE has been named to the prestigious CDP A list for leading climate action for two consecutive years, reinforcing its global climate leadership.

In terms of green corporate operations, ZTE has achieved the remarkable feat of increasing revenue while reducing energy consumption, thanks to years of continuous effort. In 2024, the company improved its energy efficiency by 20% compared with 2021, and recorded a 13.4% reduction in Scope 1&2 emissions compared to the previous year. Its telecom products saw an 8.39% reduction in physical emissions intensity during the use and maintenance phase, while its terminal products achieved a 5.02% year-on-year reduction in absolute emissions over the entire product lifecycle. ZTE reduced its Scope 1&2&3 carbon emissions by 14.317 million tons in 2024 compared to 2023 levels.

For green supply chain, in 2024, ZTE has integrated dual-carbon strategy requirements into supplier management IT systems, including agreement signing, on-site audits, and performance assessments. In this year, ZTE conducted onsite CSR audits for 261 production suppliers (representing 86.9% of the top 90% suppliers by procurement amount).

Regarding green digital infrastructure, ZTE boasts over 800 green innovation patents. As of 2024, the company has conducted carbon footprint assessments for 154 products, covering all its product categories. Through its end-to-end green solutions, ZTE continues to help global operators save over 10 billion kWh of electricity annually.

In green empowerment of industries, ZTE has actively integrated cloud and network infrastructure, IoT, big data, AI and other cutting-edge technologies with traditional industries to achieve a win-win outcome of development and emission reduction. The company has partnered with over 2,000 leading industry players to carry out 5G-powered innovative green practices across 18 sectors—including steel, metallurgy, electronics manufacturing, ports, rail transit, mining, and power—pioneering more than 100 innovative application scenarios.

Upholding a People-Centered Approach to Foster an Inclusive Society

ZTE has pursued sustainable development by advancing both technological leadership and CSR fulfillment. By leveraging its technological advantages, it provides tailored digital solutions to global customers, helping to bridge the digital divide and accelerate digital transformation worldwide. For example, ZTE and Orange have jointly launched the “Enhance Rural Area” project, delivering communications infrastructure to rural regions in Liberia and enabling digital access for more than 580,000 people in remote areas. In Anyang, Henan, the company supported the development of a drone-based blood delivery system, effectively addressing the “last mile” challenge in urban medical logistics. In Hainan, ZTE ensured uninterrupted emergency communications with satellite terminals during Typhoon Yagi.

ZTE upholds a people-oriented philosophy. In 2024, ZTE achieved 100% employee training coverage and its ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems certification now covers offices in 30 countries.

In 2024, ZTE carried out 310 regular public welfare activities across various fields, including rural revitalization, education support, and medical and disaster relief. With the joint efforts of 15,000 employee volunteers, the company has provided assistance to over one million people in need, continuously delivering warmth and creating social value.

Strengthening Governance to Enhance Corporate Resilience

Xie Junshi, EVP and COO of ZTE, states in the report, “Committed to innovation-driven and sustainable development, ZTE has embedded ESG into every aspect of its operations. By harnessing digital and intelligent technologies, we are developing a development model that coexists harmoniously with nature and society, while exploring a path for business continuity in the new era.”

Integrating sustainable development with its corporate strategies, ZTE aspires to strengthen its core competitiveness with a focus on its vision and three strategic cornerstones—internal control, compliance, and talent. In 2024, ZTE upgraded the corporate governance system and established the Strategy and Sustainability Committee to better incorporate the philosophy of sustainable development into its strategies and business activities.

In terms of corporate risk prevention and control, ZTE places particular emphasis on identifying and responding to emerging risks. As AI technology rapidly transforms the world, it brings immense business opportunities while also raising widespread concerns over ethical risks such as privacy infringement and algorithmic bias. To proactively address these challenges, ZTE established the Science and Technology Ethics Committee in 2024, demonstrating high-level organizational commitment to ethical governance. In addition, the company has put in place a technology ethics governance framework to review and assess AI-related R&D projects individually, ensuring the safe, reliable, and inclusive development of AI.

As a member of the UN Global Compact and the Global Enabling Sustainability Initiative and a key participant and a pioneer in the Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition initiated by the International Telecommunication Union, ZTE has received widespread recognition from numerous global authoritative organizations and rating agencies for its exemplary sustainability practices.

In 2024, ZTE was recognized with EcoVadis Gold Medal for sustainability excellence. In addition, the company was selected for the S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2024 (China Edition) and honored with the title of “Industry Mover”. It was also listed among the 2024 Forbes China ESG 50 list and received the World Internet Conference Distinguished Contribution Award. Furthermore, ZTE won two BDO ESG awards, as well as the LinkedIn MostIn Awards – Global Talent Magnet Employer, among others.

Moving forward, ZTE will continue to promote sustainable development globally, leveraging technological innovation and international collaboration to inject digital vitality into efforts toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, working toward a greener, more inclusive, and resilient future.

For more details of ZTE Sustainability Report 2024, please download:
https://www.zte.com.cn/content/dam/zte-site/investorrelations/en_announcement/ZTE_Sustainability_Report_2024_EN.pdf

To discover more updates about our commitment to the sustainability, please visit ZTE Sustainability website:
https://www.zte.com.cn/global/about/sustainability.html

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