ESPOO, Finland, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Metso Corporation and Loesche GmbH have signed a partnership agreement to introduce groundbreaking Metso Loesche VRM dry grinding technology for a wide range of minerals processing applications. The exclusive partnership combines Metso’s expertise in sustainable end-to-end minerals processing solutions and extensive service capabilities with Loesche’s Vertical Roller Mill technology to support the mining industry’s quest to gain efficiency through innovative technologies and redefined process flowsheet design.

“We are truly excited about the collaboration with Loesche. The launch of the Metso Loesche VRM dry grinding technology sets a new benchmark in sustainable comminution, delivering clear sustainability and efficiency gains to the mining industry. It significantly reduces energy consumption in one of the industry’s most power-intensive steps and lowers operating costs through simplified flowsheets and reduced wear part consumption,” said Bjorn Nielsen, Vice President, HPGR & Dry Grinding at Metso.

“Together with Metso, we are uniquely positioned to deliver significant value to the mining industry and support the shift towards more resource-efficient operations. VRM technology already has a proven track record with more than 2,400 references in cement and other industry applications worldwide, and we are excited to see it taken into use also in minerals processing, where it can provide substantial benefits,” said Stefan Baaken, Managing Director, Loesche Australia, Loesche GmbH.

The Metso Loesche VRM dry grinding technology is part of the Metso Plus offering. It can replace high-pressure grinding rolls (HPGR), horizontal mills in primary and secondary applications and tertiary stirred mill applications, while at the same time simplifying the process and bringing savings in energy consumption and operating costs. Downstream processes benefit from improved mineral liberation and steeper particle size distribution. Also, advanced flow sheets incorporating coarse particle flotation, magnetic separation or other coarse beneficiation technologies can be facilitated, further reducing or even eliminating water consumption if fully dry processes are feasible.

Discover more about Metso Loesche VRM technology on our website. More information about Loesche GmbH is available on their website. Additionally, we invite you to attend the VRM webinar scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 15:00 – 16:00 EET. Please access the event through the registration link.

Further information:
Metso Media Desk, tel. +358 20 482 1930, email: media(at)metso.com

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JAIPUR, India, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Genus Power (NSE: GENUSPOWER) (BSE: 530343), India’s leading end-to-end energy measurement and advanced metering solutions provider, has crossed a significant milestone of over 26 million smart meter deployment worldwide, reinforcing its position as a trusted technology and execution partner for utilities worldwide.

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A key driver of this global milestone has been Genus Power’s leadership role in India’s national grid modernization programme, where the company has now successfully achieved the milestone of installation of over 10 million smart meters as the leading AMI Service Provider. This large-scale execution experience across complex, multi-year utility programmes provides Genus with a strong foundation to replicate similar outcomes with utilities globally entering first-and second-phase smart meter rollouts.

With over three decades of experience, Genus Power is among the foremost Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) service providers, offering an integrated portfolio of smart electricity, gas and water meters, communication systems, proprietary Head End Systems (HES), Meter Data Management (MDM) platforms, and utility-grade mobile applications. These solutions enable remote monitoring, real-time analytics, demand response, and data-driven grid optimisation, supporting utilities in improving operational efficiency and customer service.

Genus’ innovation capability is anchored in India through a strong R&D ecosystem, recognised by the Government of India, and manufacturing comprising six fully integrated production facilities across Jaipur, Haridwar, Guwahati and Kotputli, with a combined annual manufacturing capacity exceeding 18 million meters. Equipped with automated SMT lines, precision moulding and advanced testing infrastructure, these facilities ensure high–quality, internationally compliant smart meters delivered at scale. Through its operations and partner ecosystem, Genus supports over 16,000 direct and indirect jobs across its value chain.

Beyond India, Genus has established a growing international footprint across Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, the Pacific region and SAARC markets, working closely with utilities and system integrators to deliver reliable, scalable and standards–compliant AMI solutions tailored to diverse regulatory and climatic conditions. Backed by a 550+ strong R&D and software engineering team, Genus delivers true end–to–end lifecycle solutions globally.

Genus is also embedding AI-led initiatives across its manufacturing, deployment, and AMI operations to enhance productivity, forecasting accuracy and decision–making, while developing advanced analytics platforms to support loss detection, billing efficiency and asset performance management.

Commenting on the landmark milestone, Mr. Jitendra Kumar Agarwal, Joint Managing Director, Genus Power, said, Crossing 26 million smart meter deployment globally is more than a scale achievement; it is a testament to the trust placed in Genus by utilities across continents. As power systems transition worldwide toward digital, data–driven grids, our mission is to enable this shift with reliable hardware, intelligent software, and proven execution capability. From India’s largest smart metering programs to diverse international markets; Genus remains committed to being the long–term technology partner of choice for utilities seeking scalable, and future–ready smart metering solutions.”

With a robust capability to deliver projects across Capex, Opex, and Totex business models; Genus Power is well positioned to be a long–term partner for utilities accelerating smart grid adoption worldwide.

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SHANGHAI, March 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), announced it has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (“Yearbook”) in recognition of its strong performance in the 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). The company was ranked top in its industry and achieved a Top 1% S&P Global CSA Score, marking the fourth consecutive year that WuXi Biologics has received this highest level of distinction.

The Yearbook aims to highlight individual companies — within a range of industries — that have demonstrated strong corporate sustainability performance, based on their S&P Global 2025 CSA Score. Out of the over 9,200 companies assessed in the 2025 CSA, only 848 companies, across 59 industries, were recognized as the top performers and selected for inclusion in Yearbook 2026.

Dr. Chris Chen, WuXi Biologics CEO and Chairman of the ESG Committee, commented, “Our strong performance in S&P Global’s latest CSA and our inclusion in the Yearbook for the fourth consecutive year reflect WuXi Biologics’ steadfast commitment to continuously enhancing our sustainability performance. We are a proven global leader in Green CRDMO, consistently delivering ESG excellence, enabling partners worldwide to fulfill their ESG commitments, and jointly working with all stakeholders to promote responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.”

As a participant of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively advocates sustainability and has earned widespread recognitions for its efforts. The company was granted an MSCI AAA Rating; awarded an EcoVadis Platinum Medal; listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI); named to the CDP “A List” for Climate Change,Water Security, and Supplier Engagement Assessment; given the highest negligible-risk rating by Sustainalytics, and recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index; and rated as Prime by ISS ESG Corporate Rating.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany, Singapore and Qatar, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2025, WuXi Biologics is supporting 945 integrated client projects, including 74 in Phase III and 25 in commercial manufacturing.

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to become an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com 

Contacts
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Media
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