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Realme Secures Youth Spot in CMR Consumer Insight Survey 2026

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New Delhi, Feb 27: Realme continues to strengthen its connect with the young generation, emerging as the Most Popular Smartphone Brand Among Youth driven by high user satisfaction and advocacy strength among Gen Z and Millennials, according to the CMR Consumer Insight Survey 2026 for realme. The study reflects how today’s youth seek powerful performance, reliable battery life, and design that mirrors their identity.

The survey across eight cities, highlights how deeply smartphones are embedded in the lives of the youth. With 74% spending over four hours daily on their devices, performance and reliability have become non-negotiable. Camera quality (86%) and battery life with fast charging (79%) emerged as the most important factors influencing purchase decisions.

realme leads overall customer satisfaction among key smartphone brands and recorded the highest Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 81, reflecting strong advocacy and recommendation intent. The study also reinforces realme’s strong youth association, with consumers identifying the brand as both youthful and performance-driven.

Upgrade intent remains strong, with over half of young users planning to upgrade within the next year, largely driven by design and camera improvements. Peer recommendations and online reviews continue to play a decisive role in shaping purchase choices.

Commenting on the findings, Francis Wong, Chief Marketing Officer, realme India said,

“The CMR survey recognising realme as the Most Popular Smartphone Brand Among Youth, driven by high user satisfaction and advocacy, validates the strong trust young consumers place in us. It reflects their confidence in our overall performance, innovation, camera reliability and user experience. We are encouraged to see realme strongly associated with youthfulness and trust, reinforcing our deep connect with the youth as we continue to deliver meaningful innovation.”

“Today’s always-on Gen Z consumers increasingly view smartphones as an extension of their personality and lifestyle, evaluating them on how seamlessly these devices integrate into their daily digital routines. As smartphone usage intensifies, design aesthetics, reliability, battery life, and imaging capabilities are emerging as baseline expectations rather than differentiators. Smartphone brands that consistently deliver a strong ownership experience are more likely to build long-term advocacy among young users. realme’s popularity among youth reflects its resonance with these evolving expectations,”added Prabhu Ram, VP – Industry Research Group, CMR.

Beyond smartphones, the study highlights realme’s growing presence in the TWS category, where it records strong satisfaction levels, particularly around design, battery life and sound quality. The findings further underscore the importance of ownership experience, with youth engagement, seamless purchase journeys and responsive after-sales support playing a key role in strengthening loyalty.

As young consumers increasingly prioritise performance, reliability and design-led innovation, realme remains committed to delivering meaningful technology experiences that align with their evolving digital lifestyles.

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By TravClan: Travel Report – Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities Emerge as the Primary Drivers of India’s Outbound Travel in 2025

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New Delhi, Feb 27:TravClan has released the India Outbound Travel Index 2025, a comprehensive analysis of outbound travel patterns based on real booking behaviour across its nationwide travel agent network. The report analyses data from approximately 2,47,000 international passengers, representing over ₹500 crore in booking value across 170+ international destinations, and identifies five structural shifts shaping how Indians travel abroad.

A defining insight from the Index shows that non-metro cities now contribute 63% of India’s outbound travellers, positioning non-metro India as the largest source of international travel demand. This reflects a fundamental shift in market composition, with outbound growth increasingly anchored in emerging cities alongside traditional metro hubs.

Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Kochi, Amritsar, and Pune are now among India’s fastest-growing outbound markets, driven by rising incomes and expanding regional connectivity. This momentum reflects sustained demand formation, supported by rising income levels, expanding passport access, and improving regional air connectivity.

Commenting on the findings, Arun Bagaria, Founder and CEO, TravClan, said, “The center of gravity for India’s outbound travel has shifted. Travel Businesses cannot build strategies just around Delhi and Mumbai anymore as we see consistent growth from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, driven by travellers who are digitally confident and decisive. Airlines, destinations, and travel brands need to embrace the next phase of outbound growth that will be built around these emerging markets.”

Destination preferences are also evolving. Indian travellers are increasingly selecting markets that combine strong air access, competitive pricing, and diverse experiences. Vietnam has emerged as the fastest-growing destination, gaining 4.01 percentage points in market share, alongside strong hotel booking growth in Egypt, Japan, the Philippines, and Georgia.

Travel planning cycles continue to compress. Over 42% of outbound trips are booked within seven days of departure, while 21.9% are planned over a month in advance, reflecting high digital confidence and predictable, price-responsive behaviour, particularly on short-haul and high-frequency routes.

Affordable air connectivity remains central to outbound expansion. Low-cost carriers account for nearly 70% of bookings on key leisure routes such as the Maldives and Thailand. At the same time, travellers are extending average stays across several destinations, signalling deeper engagement and experience-led travel.

The India Outbound Travel Index 2025 shows that the next phase of outbound growth will be shaped by localised source markets, faster booking cycles, and differentiated travel intent. For industry stakeholders, long-term relevance will depend on how effectively strategies align with these structural shifts.

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Padel 360 announces its first indoor Padel league in Mumbai with a prize pool of INR 5.5 Lakhs

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Mumbai, Feb 27: Mumbai is all set to level up as Padel 360, the city’s first fully indoor, air-conditioned premium padel and pickleball facility, launches the inaugural Padel 360 League from 27th February to 1st March 2026 at its Worli venue. In association with Bayside Sports, the league promises three days of fast-paced rallies, strategic team play, and high-intensity competitive action.

Built around a dynamic ownership-led format, the Padel 360 League will showcase six competitive teams, each assembled through a high-stakes auction featuring elite Icon Players. The tournament will follow a Round Robin + Knockout format, with over 60 matches packed into one electrifying weekend.

The league features a strong mix of national and competitive circuit players, including Aryan Goveas, Adil Kalyanpur, Rahul Motwani, and Krishiv Patel, among others, adding depth, experience, and intensity to the competition. Bringing together entrepreneurial leadership and sporting talent, the six teams promise a compelling on-court lineup. The Emgee Strikers will be spearheaded by Vikram Shah, while the Hebbar Vedanta Warriors feature Aryan Goveas at the forefront. Chaitanya Shah anchors the AICL Aces, as Krishiv headlines the Nuke Knockouts. Rahul Motwani joins the Foo Falcons, and Adil Kalyanpur leads the Bandeja Brigade, creating a balanced and dynamic roster across the league.

Beyond the on-court matchups, the league introduces a professionally structured sporting experience, featuring official team jersey reveals, live match streaming, match recordings, detailed performance analytics, and player insights, alongside curated food and beverage experiences and strong on-ground branding, blending competitive intensity with elevated presentation.

With a total prize pool of INR 5.5 lakhs, along with additional prizes, the Padel 360 League aims to establish itself as a premium city-level sporting property that brings together players, owners, partners, and spectators under one roof.

Set against the backdrop of Padel 360’s world-class indoor courts and vibrant sporting community, the league marks an important milestone in Mumbai’s rapidly growing padel movement.

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Women in Cloud Launches University Initiatives for Cyber Resilience & Digital Sovereignty

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Delhi, Feb 27:Women in Cloud today announced the expansion of its university-focused Cyber Resilience Centers of Excellence and industry-ready certification initiatives across North-East India in collaboration with Veeam Software at the Bharat Cyber Suraksha – North-East Cyber Resilience and AI Transformation Summit.

The Summit marked the regional flag-off of the Main Hoon Saksham Campaign, inviting students to build foundational data security skills and become part of India’s national digital workforce movement. Participating students complete structured learning pathways in Data Security Posture Management fundamentals and gain visibility to employers committed to hiring certified talent.

This expansion in North-East is part of the Saksham Bharat Initiative under the national “Main Hoon Saksham” movement, launched to build certified, industry-ready talent in Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, and Cybersecurity. Through collaboration with Veeam Software and regional ecosystem partners, Women in Cloud is advancing structured certification pathways, faculty enablement programs, and hands-on cyber resilience labs designed to strengthen the DevSecOps talent ecosystem and digital readiness across universities.

As digital adoption accelerates across governance, education, and enterprise sectors in the region, the demand for industry-recognized cybersecurity and AI talent has become urgent. Women in Cloud is working closely with academic institutions to embed industry-aligned curricula, DevSecOps training, ransomware protection capabilities, and resilience frameworks into university ecosystems. The objective is to transform campuses into workforce acceleration hubs that directly contribute to Viksit Bharat’s goals of digital sovereignty, resilience, and economic growth.

In parallel, Women in Cloud introduced the Saksham Partner Pledge, inviting enterprises, cloud providers, data center operators, and technology companies to activate hiring pipelines, sponsor certifications, and collaborate with universities to strengthen India’s cyber-ready workforce. The pledge creates a direct bridge between certified talent and real employment opportunities, ensuring workforce readiness aligns with industry expansion.

“India’s digital acceleration must be matched with inclusive cyber resilience and AI readiness at the grassroots,” said Chaitra Vedullapalli, Co-founder and President, Women in Cloud. “Universities are the backbone of digital trust and innovation. By collaborating across government, academia, industry, and digital infrastructure partners, we are building scalable cyber and AI talent pipelines aligned with real-world enterprise needs. The North-East holds

immense untapped potential to emerge as a powerful innovation and talent hub. Through Bharat Cyber Suraksha and Main Hoon Saksham, we are enabling access to global skilling frameworks, structured resilience models, and AI-powered security capabilities.”

The initiative complements Veeam’s efforts to establish Cyber Resilience Centers of Excellence with leading institutions including Assam Science and Technology University, Assam Don Bosco University, and Assam University. These Centers will serve as regional hubs for industry certification, faculty training, applied resilience frameworks, and enterprise collaboration.

Sandeep Bhambure, Vice President and Managing Director, India and SAARC, Veeam Software, said,

“India’s digital expansion is rapidly extending beyond metropolitan cities, and the North-East represents a critical frontier for secure and AI-led growth. As digital services scale across governance, education, and enterprise ecosystems, cyber resilience must become foundational. Recent Ministry of Home Affairs data reports over 47,000 cyber incidents across the eight North-Eastern states, highlighting the urgency of region-specific resilience frameworks. By launching the North-East Cyber Resilience Report, partnering with leading universities, and flagging off Main Hoon Saksham, we are combining structured resilience frameworks such as the Veeam Data Resiliency Maturity Model, skilling, and awareness to help institutions become cyber-ready, AI-ready, and future-ready. A Cyber-Surakshit North-East is integral to building a truly Viksit and digitally sovereign Bharat.”

Women in Cloud and Veeam India are now inviting universities across North-East and rest of the India to apply to establish Cyber Resilience Centers of Excellence under the Saksham and Sakshar Bharat Initiative. Institutions commit to structured investment, executive sponsorship, faculty engagement, and measurable certification outcomes aligned with the national goal of certifying one million professionals by 2030.

Enterprises, cloud providers, data centers, and technology infrastructure companies are also invited to collaborate through the Saksham Partner Pledge to strengthen hiring pipelines and align workforce development with India’s expanding digital infrastructure ecosystem.

India’s digital future depends on resilient institutions, activated employers, and prepared individuals. Through public-private collaboration, Women in Cloud and Veeam are strengthening the foundation for a secure, inclusive, and AI-ready India.

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Venture Global Announces New Long-Term LNG Partnership with Hanwha of Korea

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Today, Venture Global, Inc. (NYSE: VG) and Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd. announced the execution of a new Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for the purchase of 1.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Venture Global for twenty years starting in 2030. This agreement brings Venture Global’s long-term contracted portfolio to over 46 MTPA.

 

“Venture Global is thrilled to announce our first long-term supply deal in Korea through a new partnership with Hanwha Aerospace which marks another important step in expanding reliable, long-term LNG supply to our partners in Asia,” said Mike Sabel, CEO of Venture Global. “We are proud to support growing global energy needs with low-cost, secure American LNG while strengthening the strategic energy partnership between the United States and South Korea to support long-term industrial and economic growth.”

 

 

About Venture Global

 

 

Venture Global is an American producer and exporter of low-cost U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) with over 100 MTPA of capacity in production, construction, or development. Venture Global began producing LNG from its first facility in 2022 and is now one of the largest LNG exporters in the United States. The company’s vertically integrated business includes assets across the LNG supply chain including LNG production, natural gas transport, shipping and regasification. The company’s first three projects, Calcasieu Pass, Plaquemines LNG, and CP2 LNG, are located in Louisiana along the Gulf of America. Venture Global is developing Carbon Capture and Sequestration projects at each of its LNG facilities.

 

 

About Hanwha Aerospace

 

 

Hanwha Aerospace is a core affiliate of the Hanwha Group, operating as a global company primarily focused on aerospace and defense, with expanding operations into energy and industrial infrastructure. Hanwha Aerospace is building an LNG value chain in collaboration with other Hanwha Group affiliates to enhance energy security and advance the effectiveness of clean energy solutions globally.

 

 

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These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include statements about our future performance, our contracts, our anticipated growth strategies and anticipated trends impacting our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Those factors include our need for significant additional capital to construct and complete future projects and related assets, and our potential inability to secure such financing on acceptable terms, or at all; our potential inability to accurately estimate costs for our projects, and the risk that the construction and operations of natural gas pipelines and pipeline connections for our projects suffer cost overruns and delays related to obtaining regulatory approvals, development risks, labor costs, unavailability of skilled workers, operational hazards and other risks; the uncertainty regarding the future of global trade dynamics, international trade agreements and the United States’ position on international trade, including the effects of tariffs; our dependence on our EPC and other contractors for the successful completion of our projects, including the potential inability of our contractors to perform their obligations under their contracts; various economic and political factors, including opposition by environmental or other public interest groups, or the lack of local government and community support required for our projects, which could negatively affect the permitting status, timing or overall development, construction and operation of our projects; and risks related to other factors discussed under “Item 1A.—Risk Factors” of our annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and any subsequent reports filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release and are based on assumptions that we believe to be reasonable as of this date. We undertake no obligation to update these statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, except as may be required by law.

 

 

 

 

 

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1089 Inc. Partners with Price Forbes and Oka-Lloyd’s Syndicate 1922 to Launch Market-Defining First: Carbon Asset Insurance Framework for Transportation and Energy Sectors

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1089 Inc., in collaboration with Price Forbes and Oka, The Carbon Insurance Company, announce launch of an insured carbon asset designed to bring institutional safeguards, disciplined financial architecture, and verifiable data integrity to carbon markets.

 

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1089 Inc. is Advancing Carbon™, focused on evolving global carbon markets and decarbonizing the highest-emitting sectors on the planet: Transportation and Energy.

1089 Inc. is Advancing Carbon™, focused on evolving global carbon markets and decarbonizing the highest-emitting sectors on the planet: Transportation and Energy.

 

The framework provides defined risk coverage for 1089’s CX89 Advanced Fuels Carbon Assets, underwritten by Lloyd’s Syndicate 1922 and placed with the support of Price Forbes and Oka. The program introduces institutional-grade protection designed to prevent performance losses resulting from credit degradation between wrapping and minting.

 

Luke Hanley, Founder and CEO of 1089 Inc., shared the framework’s core thesis:

 

 

“The future of carbon markets is not built on environmental penance. It is built on structured participation that aligns financial incentives with decarbonization outcomes.”

 

Founder and CEO of Oka, Chris Slater, added, “Voluntary carbon markets have previously lacked the financial infrastructure required for institutional capital. By embedding defined invalidationrisk coverage directly into the asset, we introduce certainty and balance sheet strength where it matters most. This represents a decisive step toward establishing carbon as an investable, insurable asset class.”

 

The framework integrates embedded insurance, registry oversight, and immutable accounting. Enabling organizations to address fuels-linked operational emissions across supply-chains and convert market demand into financial incentives supporting scaled low-emission fuel production.

 

“Given the complexity of global carbon markets, it’s more practical to bring finance to carbon than the inverse,” Hanley states.

 

Spenser Lee, Chief Brokering Officer of Price Forbes, emphasized the significance, “By securing Lloyd’s capacity for embedded invalidation coverage, we’ve created transparent risk-transfer framework enhancing liquidity and investor confidence. This is the kind of disciplined brokering approach that will be required as carbon markets mature.”

 

CX89 Advanced Fuels Carbon Assets address Scope 1-3 emissions across Oil & Gas, Data Centers, Manufacturing, EV-charging, Power Generation, and Distribution across Aviation, Automotive, Maritime, and Rail.

 

CX89 Advanced Fuels Carbon Assets are available for global purchase.

 

Organizations and institutions seeking fuel-linked offset assets or portfolio diversification, as well as media representatives, may direct enquiries to 1089 at info@1089inc.com

 

1089 Inc. is a carbon asset infrastructure company pioneering the evolution of global carbon markets.

 

www.1089inc.com

 

 

 

 

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Hydnum Steel Secures 500 MW of Electrical Power, a Key Step Forward in the Construction of Its Clean Steel Plant in Spain

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Hydnum Steel has taken a decisive step towards constructing Spain’s first clean steel plant after being granted access to the electricity grid at the Brazatortas node in the province of Ciudad Real. The company has been granted an electricity capacity of 500 MW, as published in the Official State Gazette, which should be enough to guarantee supply to its electric arc furnace. This concession marks a significant milestone for a pioneering project in the Iberian Peninsula.

 

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Image recreating the steel plant that Hydnum Steel will build in Puertollano, Spain

Image recreating the steel plant that Hydnum Steel will build in Puertollano, Spain

 

 

Hydnum Steel is consolidating its position as a reliable supplier of clean European steel. The fully digitally integrated plant will produce hot-rolled steel coils efficiently and sustainably, with benefits for the environment and the economy. Hydnum Steel will deliver a solution for steel-consuming industries that need to decarbonize their production processes. It will also supply flat steel, which is in short supply in the EU. European countries import almost 11 million tons of steel per year. Hydnum Steel is set to produce 1.5 million tons in the inaugural phase, with projections indicating an eventual output of 2.7 million tons. Construction will begin in 2026, with an investment of more than €1.5 billion. More than 400 direct jobs are expected to be generated by Hydnum Steel in its initial phase, with this figure eventually exceeding 1,000.

 

During the process of establishing the connection, the Ministry of Ecological Transition gives precedence to schemes that decrease emissions. The magnitude of investment and the projected start date are also given due consideration. Hydnum Steel excels in all these areas. By eliminating fossil fuels from the equation, it will use 100% renewable energy and achieve a 98% reduction in emissions compared to a conventional blast furnace steel mill.

 

 

The original source-language text of this announcement is the official, authoritative version. Translations are provided as an accommodation only, and should be cross-referenced with the source-language text, which is the only version of the text intended to have legal effect.

 

 

 

 

 

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Andersen Consulting Expands Digital Transformation Offering with Aesys

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Andersen Consulting announces a Collaboration Agreement with Italian-based firm Aesys, strengthening its capabilities in technology and systems integration.

 

Founded in 2013, Aesys is a digital technology and systems integration firm delivering end-to-end IT solutions. The firm combines expertise in software development, cloud computing, machine learning, and cybersecurity with a strong track record in banking and automotive systems integration, helping organizations accelerate digital transformation and strengthen technology infrastructure.

 

 

“Through this collaboration, we can bring even greater value to clients by combining our deep expertise in systems integration with Andersen Consulting’s global platform,” said Samuel Roberto, international business manager of Aesys. “Together, we will help organizations strengthen their technology foundations, adopt innovative solutions in areas such as machine learning and cybersecurity, and achieve sustainable digital transformation.”

 

 

“This agreement with Aesys is a natural fit for Andersen Consulting,” said Mark L. Vorsatz, global chairman and CEO of Andersen. “Their legacy of excellence in systems integration, coupled with their recent expansion into advanced technology services, enhances the value we deliver to clients navigating digital transformation.”

 

 

Andersen Consulting is a global consulting practice providing a comprehensive suite of services spanning corporate strategy, business, technology, and AI transformation, as well as human capital solutions. Andersen Consulting integrates with the multidimensional service model of Andersen Global, delivering world-class consulting, tax, legal, valuation, global mobility, and advisory expertise on a global platform with more than 50,000 professionals worldwide and a presence in over 1,000 locations through its member firms and collaborating firms. Andersen Consulting Holdings LP is a limited partnership and provides consulting solutions through its member firms and collaborating firms around the world.

 

 

 

 

 

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New Lenovo Service Delivers Always-On Infrastructure: Premier Support Plus for Servers Powered by Proactive, AI-Driven Support

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Lenovo today announced the availability of Lenovo Premier Support Plus for Servers, a new premium support offering designed to help enterprises reduce downtime, simplify IT operations, and keep mission-critical infrastructure always ready. Built for today’s always-on environments, Premier Support Plus combines AI-driven proactive and predictive support, preventative maintenance, 24/7 access to Lenovo experts, and designated Service Engagement Managers to help organizations move from reactive issue resolution to proactive system care.

 

As digital operations continue to expand and infrastructure environments grow more complex, IT teams are under increasing pressure to maintain uptime while managing limited resources. Traditional, reactive support models can lead to extended outages, repeated issues, and unpredictable costs. Lenovo Premier Support Plus for Servers addresses these challenges by identifying potential issues early and resolving them before they impact business operations.

 

 

“With Premier Support Plus for Servers, Lenovo is helping customers stay ahead of potential infrastructure issues before they affect the business,” said John Stamer, Vice President & GM, Global Product & Sustainability Services at Lenovo. “By combining predictive intelligence, expert oversight, and rapid response, we’re enabling organizations to protect uptime, reduce risk, and focus on innovation.”

 

 

Premier Support Plus for Servers is Lenovo’s highest-tier support offering for enterprise server environments, building on the foundation of Lenovo Premier Support. The service is designed for Lenovo ThinkSystem and ThinkAgile servers and delivers intelligent support for organizations that depend on continuous availability. Key capabilities of Lenovo Premier Support Plus for Servers include:

 

 

  • Proactive and predictive support powered by AI-driven monitoring and Call Home automation, which detects potential issues early and automatically initiates support cases and parts dispatch.
  • Preventative maintenance through wellness dashboards, firmware health checks, and expert guidance to improve system health, reliability, and longevity.
  • 24/7 expert assistance with a 4-hour onsite response objective for critical issues, helping ensure faster recovery and minimal disruption.
  • A designated Lenovo Service Engagement Manager who provides onboarding, ongoing reporting, and regular service reviews, serving as a single point of accountability.
  • Keep Your Drive, enabling customers to retain failed drives to maintain control of sensitive data and meet internal security and compliance requirements.
  • Global service coverage across more than 75 markets, delivering consistent, enterprise-grade support worldwide.

 

“According to recent IDC research, customers are placing as much, if not more, emphasis on services capabilities as on product features when evaluating vendors,” says Rob Brothers, VP, Services, IDC. “It’s not just the product, but the experience surrounding it that helps customers choose the right vendor for their needs. With the addition of Premier Support Plus, Lenovo is expanding its services portfolio, which is designed to enhance the overall Lenovo server experience.”

 

For customers with mission-critical environments where downtime is not an option, Lenovo also offers Committed Service Repair as an optional add-on. This enhanced service provides a 6-hour onsite repair commitment, delivering faster resolution for the most demanding operational needs.

 

 

Premier Support Plus combines predictive detection, preventative maintenance, and guided planning to keep infrastructure optimized and ready to scale. With designated account oversight from a Lenovo Service Engagement Manager, global coverage, and data retention controls through Keep Your Drive, customers gain consistent, transparent support they can trust. By shifting the burden of monitoring, maintenance, and escalation to Lenovo, IT teams can spend less time reacting to issues and more time driving strategic initiatives.

 

 

Premier Support Plus for Servers is part of Lenovo’s broader services portfolio, which includes Lenovo Lifecycle Services which are designed to help customers plan, deploy, manage, optimize and evolve IT infrastructure with confidence.

 

 

To learn more about Lenovo Premier Support Plus for Servers, visit: https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/services/support-services/premier-support-plus-for-infrastructure/.

 

 

About Lenovo

 

 

Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

 

 

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Committed Service Repair (CSR) service availability may vary by product and location. Refer to the Lenovo Locator Tool to see if CSR is available in your location.

 

 

Response time is a target, not a guaranteed commitment. For more information, see the Lenovo Data Center Services Agreement.

 

 

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India achieves 5 million Activa sales in Maharashtra

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Mumbai, Feb 27: Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of India’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers, has achieved a significant milestone by recording 5 million cumulative sales of Activa in Maharashtra. This landmark accomplishment has been reached over a span of 25 years, reflecting sustained customer trust and the brand’s strong foothold in one of India’s most dynamic two-wheeler markets.

The achievement is driven by consistent demand across key cities including Pune, Mumbai, Thane, Nagpur, and Navi Mumbai. These urban centres continue to shape mobility trends where two-wheelers serve as a practical and dependable mode of daily transportation. Activa’s success in Maharashtra is supported by a robust network of over 700 sales and service touchpoints across the state, ensuring accessible ownership, reliable after-sales support, and long-term customer confidence.

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Mutsuo Usui, Director – Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said:

“Crossing 5 million Activa sales in Maharashtra reflects the deep trust customers have placed in the brand over the past 25 years. Maharashtra remains one of the most dynamic markets and this achievement highlights how dependable mobility continues to shape everyday commuting. Our focus remains on strengthening customer experience, expanding reach, and ensuring Activa continues to meet the evolving expectations of riders across the state.”

Activa’s strong resale value, extensive service network, and reputation for reliability have contributed significantly to its continued popularity. Customers regard the scooter as a practical long-term investment that balances performance, fuel efficiency, and ownership convenience. Its adaptability for both urban and semi-urban usage further enhances its appeal across age groups.

Over the years, Honda Activa has continuously evolved with technological upgrades and enhanced riding comfort, maintaining its position as a preferred family scooter. The introduction of the ACTIVA e: marked HMSI’s entry into the electric mobility segment, offering customers expanded choices while retaining the brand’s core promise of comfort and performance.

Beyond Activa, HMSI’s scooter portfolio includes Dio (110cc, 125cc and 125-X), while its motorcycle lineup spans multiple segments — 100–110cc (Shine 100, Shine 100 DX & Livo), 125cc (Shine 125, SP125 & CB125 Hornet), 160cc (Unicorn & SP160) and 180–200cc (Hornet 2.0 & NX200). The company has also expanded into the EV space with ACTIVA e: and QC1 electric scooters.

HMSI’s premium motorcycle retail formats — BigWing Topline (200cc–1800cc) and BigWing (200cc–500cc) — further strengthen its nationwide presence, offering a comprehensive portfolio ranging from the CB350 series to flagship models such as the Gold Wing Tour.

With a strong dealer and service network across India, HMSI continues to enhance accessibility and customer experience, reinforcing Activa’s legacy as a trusted mobility partner for millions.