Month: March 2026

Next-Generation Analyzer Delivers Improved Sensitivity with Proven Marine Chemistry Methods

WESTBOROUGH, Mass., March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KPM Analytics is introducing enhanced seawater nutrient analysis capabilities on its next-generation NexaFlo® Continuous Flow Analyzer, providing marine laboratories with improved sensitivity and expanded analytical flexibility ahead of Analytica 2026 in Munich, Germany.

Monitoring nutrients in seawater is essential for understanding ocean productivity, tracking ecosystem health, and supporting environmental and regulatory programs. Analytical challenges are significant: while seawater contains high concentrations of major ions, critical nutrients such as nitrate, nitrite, phosphate, silicate, and ammonium can occur at extremely low concentrations, particularly in open-ocean and deep-water environments. Reliable detection of these trace nutrients requires stable baselines, precise reagent handling, and instrumentation capable of delivering low limits of detection with consistent signal quality.

The NexaFlo® platform, KPM Analytics’ next-generation continuous flow analyzer, addresses these requirements with upgraded electronics and improved signal processing that reduce background noise and improve measurement stability. For marine nutrient applications, NexaFlo® delivers 2–3× better analytical performance compared with the previous-generation Futura platform, enabling laboratories to quantify very low nutrient concentrations with greater confidence.

A major advantage of NexaFlo® is its compatibility with the extensive library of analytical manifolds developed for the Futura platform. Laboratories can continue using established chemistries and validated methods while benefiting from the improved performance of the new instrument architecture. The system supports proven Grasshoff chemistries for nitrate, nitrite, phosphate, and silicate analysis, as well as fluorometric methods for very low ammonium detection.

To simplify implementation for marine laboratories, KPM Analytics is also introducing a dedicated bundle of height seawater analysis manifolds covering the most common nutrient measurements (Nitrates, Nitrites, Silicates, Phosphates, Ammonia with fluorescence, Ammonia with phenol, Total Phosphorus, Total Nitrogen). The bundled configuration provides a ready-to-deploy solution for oceanographic research institutions, government monitoring programs, and commercial laboratories performing routine seawater testing.

KPM Analytics brings decades of experience supporting nutrient analysis in environmental and marine laboratories worldwide. The NexaFlo® platform builds on the proven performance of the company’s continuous flow technology while delivering improved sensitivity and modernized instrumentation for demanding marine applications.

See the NexaFlo® Continuous Flow Analyzer at Analytica 2026

The expanded NexaFlo® seawater analysis capabilities will be showcased at Analytica trade show in Munich, Germany, Hall A1, booth 312, where visitors can learn more about KPM Analytics’ continuous flow solutions for marine and environmental testing.

About KPM Analytics

KPM Analytics is a global leader in scientific instrumentation, providing analytical and vision inspection solutions to laboratories and industrial operators in the food, feed, agriculture, industrial and environmental sectors. KPM products have a long history of helping companies secure product quality, optimize production processes, and make confident, data-driven decisions through reliable solutions, supported by dedicated application expertise and local service. Visit https://www.kpmanalytics.com to learn more. 

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THE HAGUE, Netherlands , March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BNG’s mission is to maximize social impact. This social value is best reflected in the size and growth of the loan portfolio. Once more, BNG proved to be a stable and reliable partner during a year in which public organisations faced major investment challenges. We contributed to public services that help the Netherlands move forward, with a long-term loan portfolio of EUR 95.7 billion and portfolio growth of EUR 11.2 billion of new long-term loans in 2025. From affordable social housing and renewable energy to future-proof healthcare and educational institutions and vital infrastructure. The net profit for 2025 amounted to EUR 172 million.

• Loan portfolio increased from EUR 93.0 billion in 2024 to EUR 95.7 billion in 2025 (+ EUR 2.7 billion)
• Interest result decreased from EUR 536 million in 2024 to EUR 496 million in 2025 (- EUR 40 million)
• Solvency and liquidity remained strong, with a Common Equity Tier 1 ratio of 42% and an LCR of 159%
• Funding raised amounted to EUR 16.6 billion, of which EUR 5.5 billion consisted of ESG bonds
• Net profit declined from EUR 294 million in 2024 to EUR 172 million in 2025 (- EUR 122 million), due to both external factors and conscious strategic choices

Financial results

Despite volatile market conditions and geopolitical tensions, the demand for loans remained high, especially from municipalities and social housing associations. This resulted in a record size of our loan portfolio. Philippine Risch BNG CEO: “Our clients make a difference in society and the challenges associated with public investments are major. The ongoing demand for loans demonstrates how great the need is for investments and affordable financing of public facilities. Our robust financial position enables us to continue supporting our clients, especially in challenging market conditions, and to grow alongside them as they work to achieve their social objectives more quickly and effectively.”

BNG achieved a net profit of EUR 172 million in 2025, a decrease of EUR 122 million compared to 2024. This decrease is the result of market conditions and conscious choices:

• Lower interest result: the interest result decreased by EUR 40 million to EUR 496 million. We allocated part of our profits to provide our clients a lower price, enabling them to create more impact. In addition, BNG decided to divest parts of the non-strategic portfolio. In addition, the bank’s funding costs increased compared to last year;
• A negative result on financial transactions of EUR 31 million due to changes in the market value of financial instruments;
• Increase in operating expenses by EUR 21 million to EUR 173 million, due to investments in the further professionalisation of the organisation as well as a provision for reorganisation to better prepare the bank for the future;
• Higher impairments on financial assets of EUR 41 million are the result of write-downs on the solar energy projects portfolio.

We raised EUR 16.6 billion in long-term funding with an average maturity of 6.9 years. Of this, we issued EUR 5.5 billion in ESG bonds, both through new issuances and by increasing existing bonds. This share represents 33% of our total issuance in 2025.

Social and green added value

Our clients face major investment challenges, from the energy-efficient construction of social rental homes to investments in energy networks, heating networks and clean mobility. Outdated educational, healthcare and municipal real estate also require substantial investments. Despite the changing global trend, BNG is firmly committed to ESG and accelerating the energy transition. Risch: “We are the bank of social and green added value and we do not seek to maximise profit, but to maximise social impact. That is why ESG ambitions are part of who we are, driving our commitment to the development of a sustainable and social future as well as a stable financial system.”

Our Going Green climate plan serves as the basis for our annual reporting on our progress in reducing CO₂e emissions and our role in the energy transition. In 2024, our most recent measurement year, the CO₂e emissions per million euros that we provided to the public sector decreased by 6.5% compared with the previous year. For the sectors we have measured since 2018, the absolute financed Scope 1 and 2 emissions within the loan portfolio decreased by 0.6% in 2024 compared with 2023 and by 25.5% compared with 2018. In 2025, the validation of our climate targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) was an important milestone. The 2025 Climate Progress Report provides more details about these results.

Looking ahead

In 2026, our commitment continues to a broad focus on themes in which we really make a difference, always in collaboration with our clients and partners. Risch: “The societal challenges and public investment needs we face are deeply interconnected and too large for any single party to address alone. Collaboration is essential. In doing so, we will concentrate on making links within regions, so that investments in housing, energy, education, healthcare and infrastructure are mutually reinforcing. This will enable our clients to achieve their social goals more quickly and effectively.”

Read the full annual report at bngbank.nl.

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NEW DELHI, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to the in-depth market study published by Vyansa Intelligence, the Landscaping Market in the UAE is projected to grow at a CAGR of around 9.97% during 2026–2032. This significant growth is primarily driven by rapid urban development, increasing investments in tourism and hospitality infrastructure, and the growing emphasis on sustainable and aesthetically enhanced outdoor environments. Additionally, the UAE’s focus on smart city initiatives, green infrastructure, and climate-resilient landscaping solutions is further accelerating the adoption of advanced landscaping services across residential, commercial, and public sector projects.

UAE Landscaping Market Key Takeaways

• The UAE Landscaping Market is estimated at USD 1.8 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 3.5 billion by 2032.
• By type, installation accounted for approximately 55% of the market share, driven by ongoing infrastructure and real estate development projects.
• By service type, softscape dominated the market with around 60% share, supported by increasing demand for plantation, gardening, and eco-friendly landscape solutions.
• More than 10 companies are actively operating in the UAE landscaping market, with the top five players collectively holding around 40% market share, indicating a moderately fragmented competitive landscape.
• Key companies operating in the market include Landscape Development Inc., Ruppert Landscape, The Landscape Company, BrightView Landscapes LLC, and The Davey Tree Expert Company, among others.

Key Growth Drivers Shaping the UAE Landscaping Market Outlook

• Rapid Urbanization and Infrastructure Development

The UAE continues to witness substantial growth in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, which is significantly driving demand for landscaping services. Large-scale construction activities, urban master planning initiatives, and ongoing public infrastructure projects are generating consistent demand for installation-based landscaping solutions, including parks, walkways, and outdoor recreational spaces. This strong development pipeline is positioning landscaping as an integral component of modern urban planning across the country.

• Expansion of Tourism and Hospitality Sector

Building on this infrastructure momentum, the UAE’s strong positioning as a global tourism hub is further accelerating demand for high-quality landscaping solutions. Increasing investments in hotels, resorts, and leisure destinations are emphasizing the importance of visually appealing and well-designed outdoor environments. Landscaping plays a crucial role in enhancing guest experience and property value, thereby driving demand for both hardscape and softscape services across the hospitality sector.

• Rising Emphasis on Sustainable and Green Infrastructure

In parallel, growing environmental awareness and government-led sustainability initiatives are encouraging the adoption of eco-friendly landscaping practices. Solutions such as vertical gardens, rooftop landscaping, and water-efficient irrigation systems are gaining widespread traction. These sustainable approaches not only support long-term environmental objectives but also contribute to improved urban livability, aligning with the UAE’s broader vision for green and resilient cities.

• Integration of Advanced Landscaping Technologies

Complementing these trends, technological advancements are increasingly reshaping the landscaping industry in the UAE. The adoption of smart irrigation systems, drone-based landscape monitoring, 3D landscape design software, and autonomous mowing equipment is enhancing operational efficiency and precision. These innovations enable optimized water usage, improved project planning, and cost-effective maintenance, thereby supporting the overall evolution of the landscaping market toward more intelligent and data-driven solutions.

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Structural Challenges Impacting Market Growth

• Water Resource Constraints and Climate Conditions

The arid climate of the UAE presents inherent challenges associated with water availability and efficient irrigation management. Limited natural water resources necessitate the adoption of advanced water-saving technologies and drought-resistant plantation strategies to ensure sustainable landscape development. While these solutions are essential for long-term environmental viability, they can increase initial project costs and add operational complexity for landscaping service providers.

• High Installation and Maintenance Costs

In addition to environmental constraints, the high cost associated with landscaping projects remains a key challenge for market growth. Large-scale installations, particularly those incorporating advanced technologies and customized design elements, require substantial capital investment. Furthermore, ongoing maintenance activities, including irrigation, fertilization, and the upkeep of green spaces, contribute to elevated lifecycle costs for end users. This cost burden may limit adoption, especially among budget-sensitive residential and smaller commercial segments.

Innovation-Driven Product Expansion Strengthening Landscaping Capabilities

In 2024, GrowGeneration Corp. announced the rollout of three new premium product lines across its proprietary brands portfolio, targeting key categories such as grow lighting, essential accessories, and advanced growing media for indoor and greenhouse hydroponics. This strategic initiative reflects the company’s focus on expanding its high-margin branded offerings while addressing the increasing demand for controlled-environment agriculture and sustainable landscaping solutions. The newly introduced products are designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize plant growth conditions, and support precision-based cultivation practices. As demand for technologically advanced and resource-efficient landscaping inputs continues to rise, such developments are expected to play a crucial role in strengthening innovation, improving productivity, and supporting the broader evolution of the UAE landscaping market toward more sustainable and technology-driven solutions.

Market Analysis by Type and Service Type

By type, installation emerged as the leading segment in the UAE landscaping market, accounting for approximately 55% of the total market share. This dominance is closely linked to the continuous expansion of construction activities across residential communities, commercial complexes, hospitality infrastructure, and public sector developments. As the UAE advances large-scale urban and infrastructure projects, demand for new landscape installations continues to rise. These services include the development of hardscape structures, planting systems, and integrated outdoor environments. Consequently, installation remains a critical component of modern urban planning, supporting both functional and aesthetic enhancements across diverse development projects.

By service type, softscape accounted for nearly 60% of the UAE landscaping market, making it the most prominent segment within the industry. This strong performance is driven by the growing emphasis on greenery, environmental sustainability, and the aesthetic enhancement of outdoor spaces. Services such as plantation, gardening, irrigation, and fertilization are widely adopted across residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects. Furthermore, increasing awareness of sustainable landscaping practices, including the use of native plant species and efficient watering systems, is reinforcing segment growth. As a result, softscape continues to play a vital role in enhancing urban ecosystems and improving overall environmental quality.

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Key Landscaping Companies in the UAE

Key companies contributing to innovation and competition in the market include:

• Landscape Development Inc.
• Ruppert Landscape
• The Landscape Company
• BrightView Landscapes LLC
• The Davey Tree Expert Company
• TruGreen Limited
• Yellowstone Landscape Inc.
• GreenImage Landscape
• Desert Group
• Marina Landscape Inc.

UAE Landscaping Market Scope

By Type: Installation, Maintenance

By Service Type: Hardscape (Decks, Patios & Driveways; Cycling Tracks & Walkways; Fountains & Aesthetic Sculptures; Others), Softscape (Plantation & Gardening; Architectural Services; Watering & Fertilizing; Others)

By Component: Design & Planning, Irrigation Systems, Lighting & Water Features, Outdoor Furniture & Accessories (Green Infrastructure (Vertical Gardens, Rooftops, etc.))

By Technology: Smart Irrigation Systems, Drone Landscaping, 3D Landscape Design Software, Autonomous Mowers, Others

By Application: Housing, Hospitality, Office, Healthcare, Institutional, Retail, Others

By End User: Commercial, Residential, Public Sector, Industrial

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Saudi Arabia Landscaping Market: The Landscaping in Saudi Arabia is estimated at USD 3 billion and is expected to grow to USD 5 billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a CAGR of around 7.57% during 2026-32.

Saudi Arabia Construction Glass Market: The Construction glass in Saudi Arabia is estimated at USD 700 million in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 1.1 billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a CAGR of around 6.67% during 2026-32.

UAE Lightweight Aggregates Market: The Lightweight aggregates in UAE is estimated at USD 400 million and is expected to grow to USD 600 million by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a cagr of around 5.96% during 2026-32.

Global Green Cement Market: The Global green cement market is estimated at USD 40 billion and is expected to grow to USD 65 billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a cagr of around 7.18% during 2026-32.

Saudi Arabia Cement Market: The Cement in Saudi Arabia is estimated at $ 3 Billion and is expected to grow to $ 4.62 Billion by 2032. Also, the market to register a CAGR of around 6.36% during 2026-32.

Saudi Arabia Rebar Steel Market: The Rebar Steel in Saudi Arabia is estimated at $ 4.5 Billion and is expected to grow to $ 7.8 Billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a CAGR of around 8.17% during 2026-32.

UAE Construction Equipment Rental Market: The Construction equipment rental market size in UAE was estimated at USD 1.01 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 2.98 billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a CAGR of around 16.72% during 2026-32.

Global Construction Equipment Rental Market: The Construction equipment rental market size in Global was estimated at USD 131 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 217 billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a CAGR of around 7.48% during 2026-32.

Saudi Arabia Construction Glass Market: The Construction glass in Saudi Arabia is estimated at USD 700 million in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 1.1 billion by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a cagr of around 6.67% during 2026-32.

UAE Lightweight Aggregates Market: The Lightweight aggregates in UAE is estimated at USD 400 million and is expected to grow to USD 600 million by 2032. Also, the market is projected to register a cagr of around 5.96% during 2026-32.

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SHANGHAI, March 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — JinkoSolar, the global leading PV and ESS supplier, has globally launched its new AIDC modules for data centers. Built on the proven Tiger Neo 3.0 TOPCon platform technology, this product is specifically designed for conventional data centers, AI data centers, GPU clusters, supercomputing plants, edge computing network centers, chip plants, AI factories, and AI-powered carbon-neutral IDZ,etc. AIDC module addresses the specially high requirements of data centers, including high load capacity, high asset security, prolonged non-stop operation, extreme weather resistance, super stability and reliability, low O&M requirements, and large-scale deployment, providing the best possible clean energy solution for “computing-power synergy” in the AI world.

 The six core advantages of this module:

1. High Efficiency and High Power Output: Minimizing LCOE
   Based on JinkoSolar’s patent Tiger Neo 3.0 technology platform, combines current mature mass production capabilities with future-oriented technological scalability, delivering a front-side efficiency of 24.8% or higher and a power output of 670W or higher. Given the same space, it can generate more electricity for data centers, effectively improving roof and land utilization, and minimizing LCOE over the entire lifecycle
2. High Bifacial Efficiency:  Provides More Extra Free Power
   Thanks to the inherent advantage of TOPCon cells’ symmetrical and complete front-and-back structure, combined with Jinko’s MAX technology, the Tiger Neo 3. 0 platform modules achieve a bifaciality of 85% ± 5%. Compared to the limitation of BC modules—where power generation is concentrated on the back, resulting in a bifaciality of only 65%–75%—the Neo 3.0’s rear-side power generation capacity approaches that of the front side. Since modules are priced based on their front-side rated power, the power generated from the back effectively provides “free computing capacity expansion” for AI data centers: taking a 670W module with an 85% bifaciality ratio as an example, under ground reflectance conditions of 0.26, the total output power can reach 844W. For every 1W of front-side power cost paid by the user, they actually obtain 1.26W of total power generation capacity. This characteristic is particularly significant in high-latitude cold regions and desert environments—such as the Gobi Desert—which are preferred locations for AI data centers. The high reflectivity of snow and sand provides a natural boost to “free power.”
3. High-to-Low Irradiance Response: Unlocking All-Weather Power Generation Potential
   Data centers have a smooth power load curve and demand extremely high power supply stability, yet early mornings, evenings, and overcast or rainy weather are precisely the periods when PV power generation is weakest. JinkoSolar’s data center modules inherit the excellent low-light response characteristics of the Flying Tiger 3 platform and have been specifically optimized for low-irradiance conditions. In the low-irradiance range of 100–200 W/m² (typical light intensity during overcast or rainy days, or at dawn and dusk), power generation during morning and evening hours can be increased by up to 8.93% compared to BC modules. Even in extreme low-light scenarios such as dense fog or building shading, their relative power output remains stable at 95%–98%. The system’s equivalent generation duration is significantly extended, and the power generation curve better aligns with data centers’ long-term, round-the-clock, stable, and smooth power consumption needs, effectively increasing the proportion of self-consumed green electricity and improving grid compatibility. In regions with significant peak-to-off-peak price differentials, this further enhances project returns and reduces pressure on the power grid.
4. High Fire Resistance Rating: Building an Ultimate Safety Barrier
   Safety is the lifeline of a data center. To meet the highest standards for electrical fire prevention, JinkoSolar has adopted the dual certification of the photovoltaic industry’s most stringent IEC 61730-2:2023 standard and UL 790 Class A as its core requirements. These standards mandate that flame spread be ≤1.82 meters and that the module withstand a 30cm × 30cm glowing wood block without burning through, elevating the module’s fire resistance and flame retardancy to a new level. Critical insulation materials meet the highest UL 94 V-0 flame-retardant rating, self-extinguishing within 10 seconds after the flame is removed, with no burning droplets. All critical insulation materials in the assembly have passed rigorous needle flame and glowing wire tests under the IEC 60695 standard, ensuring they will not become a source of ignition under extreme conditions. Additionally, the assembly employs a patented arc-resistant junction box and connection technology, fundamentally reducing the risk of DC arcing and providing high-standard safety protection for data center rooftops.
5. Superior Hail Resistance: Confidently Withstands Extreme Weather
   As critical information infrastructure, data centers must ensure absolute reliability under any severe weather conditions. The new product has successfully passed a 55-millimeter hail impact test—a size comparable to a tennis ball, far exceeding the conventional 25-millimeter test standard for standard modules. High-strength tempered glass and a shock-absorbing encapsulation structure not only withstand instantaneous physical impacts but also break the risk chain of “mechanical damage → electrical failure → fire hazard” at its source.
6. Ultra-High Mechanical Load Capacity: Building a Robust Physical Safety Barrier
   Beyond rigorous hail resistance, the modules possess exceptional mechanical load-bearing capacity. The product has passed tests with 6,000 Pa of front-side load and 4,000 Pa of rear-side load, capable of withstanding snow pressure exceeding 600 kilograms per square meter. Even under extreme snow load conditions, the weight of accumulated snow will not cause the modules to rupture or expose internal circuits. In typhoon-prone regions, the modules remain firmly secured to the roof even under strong winds, eliminating secondary risks such as encapsulation material cracking or junction box loosening caused by structural deformation, thereby ensuring structural integrity and electrical safety during extreme weather.

JinkoSolar’s data center modules leverage six core technologies—extreme efficiency, high bifaciality, high/low irradiance response, high fire resistance, hail resistance, and high mechanical load capacity—to truly deliver “more efficient, more stable, and safer” green power for the computing era. As a global leader in cumulative PV shipments, JinkoSolar remains driven by technological innovation and deeply committed to specialized application scenarios. This launch not only marks JinkoSolar’s successful exploration of the limits of product performance in complex scenarios but also represents another significant milestone in the company’s efforts to support the energy transition across all industries.

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