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Canon Expands Market Presence in Tanzania with Print Pack Sign Expo 2025 Showcase

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Canon’s presence at the Expo indicated a strategic move to support local businesses with scalable solutions for packaging, signage, CAD, GIS, and interior décor

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, September 2, 2025/APO Group/ —
  • Canon showcased innovative printing solutions at the Print Pack Sign Expo 2025 in Tanzania,  highlighting its commitment to enhancing customer experience and market penetration in East Africa through strategic collaboration.
  • The exhibition featured specialised zones featuring Canon’s advanced technologies, including the imagePRESS V1000 for commercial print, the imagePROGRAF TM255 & TC20 for CAD & GIS industry, and the Colorado and Arizona applications for interior décor, demonstrating their versatility across various applications.

 

Canon Central North Africa (CCNA) (https://en.Canon-CNA.com/) unveiled its latest commercial printing technologies at the Print Pack Sign Expo 2025 in Dar es Salaam, responding to rising demand in Tanzania’s fast-growing print and packaging industry. The country’s expanding consumer goods and infrastructure sectors are driving a need for more advanced printing capabilities. Canon’s presence at the Expo indicated a strategic move to support local businesses with scalable solutions for packaging, signage, CAD, GIS, and interior décor.

The company’s exhibit featured three experiential innovation zones, each offering visitors an immersive journey through cutting-edge solutions backed by live product demonstrations and on-site expertise.

Tanzania’s print market is undergoing significant growth. According to 6Wresearch (https://apo-opa.co/4lVG1zt), the broader printing sector is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% between 2025 and 2031, driven by increasing demand for promotional materials, packaging, and educational books. Commercial printing remains dominant, with steady expansion in brochures, flyers, and marketing collateral.

Our participation at Print Pack Sign Expo marks a significant step in bringing Canon’s latest technology closer to Tanzanian customers

Meanwhile, Tanzania’s interior décor segment (https://apo-opa.co/4pkSHmD) especially textiles and homeware is projected to reach US $63 million in ecommerce revenue by 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 13.4% through 2029.  This indicates strong opportunities for locally produced high-quality print and décor solutions. In this context, Canon’s presence in Dar es Salaam was not just symbolic; it was a deliberate strategic move.

“Our participation at Print Pack Sign Expo marks a significant step in bringing Canon’s latest technology closer to Tanzanian customers,” said Amine Djouahra, B2B Business Unit Director, Canon Central & North Africa. “We are committed to empowering local businesses with innovative, reliable print solutions that help them compete on a global scale.”

As visitors entered the Canon exhibit, they were welcomed into the Commercial Print Zone, where the Canon imagePRESS V1000 (https://apo-opa.co/45KP9lN) took center stage. The imagePRESS V1000 delivers sharp, high-quality colour and can print on a wide range of materials and finishes, including matte and embossed. It’s designed to meet the needs of Tanzanian packaging companies (https://apo-opa.co/41yOvFp) that are keeping pace with the fast-growing consumer goods market. With digital workflows and robust automation, it delivers both speed and consistent quality, two critical needs in local packaging.

In the CAD & GIS Print Zone, guests experienced Canon’s large-format imagePROGRAF TM255 (https://apo-opa.co/45UkJO9) and imagePROGRAF TC-20 (https://apo-opa.co/4m5RUTK) printers. These machines offer vibrant, high-speed output designed for CAD & GIS drawings, banners, signage, booklets, and brochures. As Tanzania’s commercial printing industry transitions (https://apo-opa.co/4p3cuqd) from traditional offset methods, these inkjet solutions offer the scalability and cost-efficiency local businesses need to grow alongside evolving marketing demands.

In the Interior Décor Zone, Canon highlighted the Colorado (https://apo-opa.co/4oXCDqt) and Arizona (https://apo-opa.co/4p1bdjp) series. The Colorado printer, with its UVgel technology, produces durable, high-resolution prints ideal for décor, wall graphics, and technical drawings. The Arizona flatbed printer is built for rigid substrates, including wood, acrylic, and glass, enabling customized décor applications. These solutions arrive at a crucial moment: Tanzania’s textiles and home décor market is expanding rapidly (https://apo-opa.co/4g48bXz), fueled by urbanization, rising incomes, and consumers’ desire for sustainable, artisan-quality products, with renewed emphasis on e-commerce and retail channels.

Canon specialists walked attendees through live demos at each zone, showing real print samples like envelopes, booklets, brochures, packaging, door hangers, and labels. Visitors got a hands-on look at how Canon’s technology performs across different business needs.

Canon’s participation in the Expo went beyond displaying new technology. It reflected a broader commitment to the Tanzanian market. By connecting directly with local partners and customers, the company aims to strengthen its support network, offer hands-on training, and improve service delivery across the region.

Close proximity to end-users will enable quicker turnaround, stronger customer relationships, and tailored solutions for businesses and consumers. “Canon is more than a solution provider, we aspire to be a strategic partner, providing technologies that drive efficiency, elevate quality standards, and open new creative possibilities for Tanzanian businesses.” added Amine Djouahra.

The event presented a unique opportunity for Tanzanian businesses to experience first-hand how Canon’s technology and expertise can help them thrive in the evolving print landscape.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA).

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Building a Knowledge Hub for China-ASEAN Energy Cooperation

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NANNING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 September 2026 – During the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo and the China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit, China Southern Power Grid showcased a range of innovations designed to support energy cooperation between China and ASEAN. These included the DaWatt – Lao Language Large Language Model (LLM) for the Energy and Power Sector V2.0 and the Flexible Grayscale Intelligent Monitoring & Analysis Platform for power system cybersecurity, highlighting expanding opportunities for cooperation in digitalization, intelligent technologies and green energy.

The Lao-language LLM has been deployed at Electricité du Laos Transmission Company Limited (EDL-T), where it can automatically analyze thousands of inspection images within a short period of time. After its algorithms were optimized for Laos’ mountainous and rainforest terrain, the model completed intelligent inspection analysis for four transmission lines, processing 26,000 drone inspection images and identifying more than 3,600 equipment defects.

 




 
 

Liu Ying, general manager of the Digitalization Department at Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd., said the company has been building multilingual professional corpora for the power sector, covering ASEAN countries including Laos, Vietnam and Malaysia. Drawing on the capabilities of the DaWatt foundation model, the company is developing energy and power models tailored to ASEAN languages and real-world power industry applications.

Talent development is another focus of the cooperation. The China-ASEAN Institute of Energy, jointly established by Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. and Guangxi University, is exploring an industry-university training model with a strong emphasis on practical experience. So far, two cohorts totaling 53 students from ASEAN countries have enrolled.

Cooperation is also evolving from one-way training toward joint innovation. Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. and the Royal Academy of Cambodia have jointly established a laboratory for artificial intelligence and safety equipment, while the company has also launched peer-to-peer exchanges with Electricité du Laos on improving power supply reliability.

To address language barriers in cross-border technical exchanges, Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. has developed an AI-powered translation platform backed by a specialized database containing terminology for more than 1,800 types of power equipment. The platform supports accurate translation between Chinese and English, Chinese and Lao, and Chinese and Vietnamese.

At a recent training program for Chinese and overseas engineers, the system supported one-click generation of bilingual course materials and real-time speech translation, helping participants navigate highly specialized power-sector terminology.

To support regular international exchanges, Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. has also established an international talent pool covering management, technical and skilled personnel. It has developed 24 hours of courses on international affairs as well as 20 short-form video courses.

“This year, we will also explore joint postgraduate programs with universities in ASEAN countries,” said Sun Xiaohua, deputy director of the Human Resources Department at Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd.

Looking ahead, Guangxi Power Grid Co., Ltd. plans to further advance a development model featuring “R&D in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangdong, integration in Guangxi, and application in ASEAN.” The company will continue expanding its multilingual power-sector corpora and explore a “Token Goes Global” model for power-sector AI, with computing resources and models based in Guangxi while knowledge services are delivered overseas. The effort is aimed at creating new forms of China-ASEAN energy cooperation and supporting the green development of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0.
 




 

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24th Sichuan Guangwu Mountain International Red Leaf Festival to Showcase Asia’s Spectacular Autumn Colors

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BAZHONG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 September 2026 – The 24th Sichuan Guangwu Mountain International Red Leaf Festival will run from October 1 to November 18 at the Guangwu Mountain Tourism Area in Bazhong, Sichuan Province, China.

Located in southwest China, Guangwu Mountain boasts a forest coverage rate of 97%, earning its reputation as a “natural oxygen bar.” Each autumn, 680 square kilometers of mountain forests burst into a dazzling palette. Over 40 tree species, including Fagus pashanica, maples and lindens, weave the mountains into a stunning autumn landscape.

Known as “Asia’s longest natural red carpet,” the Mountain has become a top autumn destination for backpackers, photographers and travelers seeking immersive cultural and nature experiences, and is widely recognized as one of western China’s signature autumn attractions.

 




 
 

The tourism area caters to international visitors who prefer slower-paced, in-depth, off-the-beaten-path travel. The new Yanziling Loop Boardwalk, launched in May 2026, winds along mountain cliffs, with a sea of clouds rolling beneath visitors’ feet and brilliant foliage unfolding alongside the trail, creating the feeling of “stepping into a painting.”

Guangwu Mountain offers a wealth of outdoor attractions. Highlights include the 1,888-meter Red Leaf Coaster and a glass water slide certified by Guinness World Record, combining thrilling experiences with stunning natural scenery.

The large-scale immersive production “New Dream of Guangwu Mountain” integrates cutting-edge light and visual technology with Bashan folklore and traditions, transforming the forest into an atmospheric nighttime experience. Visitors can also enjoy welcome performances and interactive robot activities, which offer more ways to discover the mountain’s late-autumn charm.

A major highlight of this year’s festival is the newly completed Micang Avenue. Stretching 85 kilometers, the route connects seven core scenic spots, including Guangwu Mountain, Micang Mountain, and Nuoshui River, reducing a four-hour drive to just one hour. Lined with continuous stretches of colorful forest and layered peaks, the avenue brings brand-new travel experiences for autumn foliage enthusiasts.

The festival will also feature cultural, sports and international exchange activities, including the third season of the “Sending You a Red Leaf” campaign, the China Micang Avenue International Road Cycling Race, and the “World Red Leaf Landmark” global collection campaign.

In addition, 31 scenic attractions and 18 museums and cultural venues across Bazhong will provide special ticket offers and visitor benefits during the festival.

Across mountains and seas, Guangwu Mountain invites visitors from around the world to witness one of China’s most vibrant red-and-gold autumn displays.
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DHL Invests in Greater Middle East-Africa Connectivity with New Aviation Lane

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The investment also reflects shifting global supply chains, as companies diversify sourcing, manufacturing and customer markets beyond traditional corridors

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, September 21, 2026/APO Group/ —
  • New weekly B767/F Bahrain-Johannesburg service strengthens Sub-Saharan Africa connectivity and supports growing trade flows between Africa, the Gulf and global markets

DHL Express (www.DHL.com) has marked an important milestone in its regional aviation network with the successful operation of the first direct DHL flight between Bahrain and South Africa.

The inaugural flight arrived at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, opening a new weekly aviation lane operated by a DHL Express B767/F freighter. The route reinforces DHL’s continued investment in strengthening Sub-Saharan Africa network connectivity, expanding heavier-weight capability, improving flexibility and supporting growing trade flows between the Middle East and Africa.

 




  

As trade between Africa and the Middle East develops, businesses need resilient, well-connected logistics networks. The new service provides greater inbound and outbound capacity for South Africa and neighbouring countries through the DHL Johannesburg Hub, one of the company’s key gateways on the continent.

 

The investment also reflects shifting global supply chains, as companies diversify sourcing, manufacturing and customer markets beyond traditional corridors. Bahrain’s position as a gateway between Africa, the Gulf and Asia make it an important link for businesses seeking faster access to international markets.

 

Every new connection we introduce is designed with our customers in mind

“Every new connection we introduce is designed with our customers in mind. As global trade routes diversify and economic ties between Africa and the Middle East continue to strengthen, we are seeing powerful geographical tailwinds creating new opportunities for businesses. Demand is growing across sectors such as healthcare, technology, manufacturing and cross-border e-commerce, all of which rely on fast, reliable international logistics,” said Anthony Beckley, Vice President of Operations and Aviation for DHL Express Sub-Saharan Africa.

 

“While this first direct DHL flight between Bahrain and South Africa is a significant network milestone, its real value lies in the opportunities it creates for customers.”

 

 

South Africa is one of DHL’s Geographic Tailwinds markets, reflecting its growing role in global trade flows and its potential to drive future trade growth. And Johannesburg remains a critical gateway in DHL’s SSA network, linking South Africa and neighbouring markets to global opportunities through Bahrain and the wider DHL aviation network. Through continued investment in routes, aircraft capacity and hub connectivity, DHL is supporting customers across this dynamic lane.

 

“DHL Express is the only logistics provider operating a dedicated intra-regional air fleet across the Middle East, connecting customers through Bahrain with major global gateways including Hong Kong, Leipzig and Cincinnati,” said Richard Gale, Vice President of Aviation, DHL Express MENA.

 

“Bahrain’s position at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East makes it an ideal hub for customers seeking faster, more reliable access across these growing trade corridors. We are pleased to add this direct Johannesburg connection as economic ties between Africa and the Gulf deepen.”

 

DHL remains committed to helping customers seize opportunities created by changing trade patterns and expanding economic relationships.

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