SANTIAGO, Chile, March 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Energy Year Summit Chile kicked off on March 19th, 2025, in Santiago, Chile. On the second day of the summit, CLOU Electronics successfully hosted the first stop of its 2025 CLOU BESS tour. As Chile advances its energy transition—surpassing 40% renewable generation in 2024—BESS has become essential for grid stability and efficiency, especially following the recent nationwide blackout caused primarily by transmission system failures.
The CLOU BESS Tour featured a workshop and underscored CLOU's commitment to advancing the energy transition and meeting the growing demand for sustainable solutions. The workshop brought together industry leaders from various sectors, including investors, developers, project owners, system integrators, and service providers. Guest speakers from Innergex and Transelec shared their experiences and insights, enriching the discussion on Chile's market outlook and future opportunities.
Songyu He, General Manager of CLOU Overseas, attended the event. During the event, CLOU announced the appointment of Alejandro Mc Donough as General Manager for CLOU's Latin America business. Additionally, Jeffrey Tu, Senior Director of CLOU Latin America, delivered a speech titled "Why CLOU - as a Relevant Player in Future Opportunities of Chile's Energy Storage," emphasizing CLOU's strengths, innovative products, and localized services that support Chile's shift towards reliable clean energy.
Carlos Gallardo, Senior Application Engineer of CLOU, introduced the Aqua-C2.5 utility-scale energy storage system, a cutting-edge innovation with a large 314LFP battery cell capacity. Available in both High Voltage Box and String PCS versions, the Aqua-C2.5 combines long battery modules in a compact 20-ft container, achieving a nominal capacity of over 5MWh and significantly enhancing power density.
CLOU's dedication to Latin America's renewable energy sector is reflected not only through innovative products but also through comprehensive customer support across the entire project lifecycle. As highlighted by Leonardo Giangrandi from Ingenova, CLOU's service portfolio ranges from pre-sales consulting to installation and after-sales support, ensuring localized, professional solutions tailored to the region's unique needs.
As Latin America continues to pursue a national goal of generating 80% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030, CLOU Electronics remains committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions that address both current and long-term environmental challenges, empowering the region's transition to a cleaner and more reliable energy future.
About CLOU
CLOU Electronics, founded in 1996, is a BNEF Tier 1 Energy Storage & PCS Manufacturer company under the Midea Group, a Fortune Global 500 enterprise.
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CLOU's BESS Tour: Empowering Renewable Latin America
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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Vietnam is becoming an increasingly popular year-end travel choice for families in the region and beyond. Based on searches made between September and November 2025 for stays during December 2025 and January 2026, Agoda recorded a 30% increase in family travel interest to Vietnam compared with the same period the previous year.
Agoda data shows that Vietnam is attracting more international families than ever this winter holiday season. South Koreans take the lead as the top market interested in traveling to Vietnam in December and January, with families from India, Singapore, Australia, and Malaysia rounding out the top five. Notably, Agoda reported that Indian families showcased the highest growth in travel interest to Vietnam during this period, with a 186% increase in searches. Malaysians also, are expressing strong growth in interest, with a 74% increase in searches, highlighting Vietnam's appeal as a family destination in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Families are choosing Vietnam for its storied culture and cuisine, diverse landscapes, and abundance of family-friendly resorts and attractions.
Phu Quoc Island leads as the most sought-after destination among international family travelers with a 47% increase in searches, popular for its sandy beaches, calm waters, and nature parks ideal for multi-generation vacations. Da Nang follows with 42% growth in travel interest, noted for its beaches, soft adventure activities, and access to Ba Na Hills theme park. Nha Trang comes in third place, remaining a favorite for its long coastline, family-oriented resorts, and island experiences. In fourth place, Ho Chi Minh City appeals with its vibrant food scene, entertainment complexes, and day trips to the Mekong Delta. In the north, Hanoi continues to draw families with its cultural landmarks, museums, and festive atmosphere, rounding out the top five most family-friendly year-end destinations in Vietnam.
Meanwhile, although Vietnamese families traditionally travel less internationally at the end of the year – typically preferring to wait for the Lunar New Year - China is becoming a noticeable exception. Among the top 20 outbound destinations preferred by Vietnamese families during the December-January period, searches for Shanghai increased 58%, while Beijing increased 59%. This shift is supported by the launch of new direct routes between Hanoi and selected Chinese cities earlier this year, making end-of-year overseas trips more accessible than ever.
Vu Ngoc Lam, Country Director at Agoda, said: "It is wonderful to see Vietnam increasingly chosen as an end-of-year holiday destination for families from across Asia and beyond. Agoda's data shows that travelers are recognizing Vietnam's family-friendly appeal, which further strengthen its position on the global travel map. As more families plan their festive-season or year-end getaways, we are delighted to support them through Agoda's simple, intuitive platform and our wide range of stays, flights, and activities."
With over 6 million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, all bookable in one seamless itinerary, Agoda helps families plan memorable year-end holidays, whether they choose a peaceful beach break, a cultural city escape, or an international exploration to mark the close of the year.
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda reveals that Vietnam is becoming an increasingly popular year-end travel choice for families in the region and beyond. Based on searches made between September and November 2025 for stays during December 2025 and January 2026, Agoda recorded a 30% increase in family travel interest to Vietnam compared with the same period the previous year.
Agoda data shows that Vietnam is attracting more international families than ever this winter holiday season. South Koreans take the lead as the top market interested in traveling to Vietnam in December and January, with families from India, Singapore, Australia, and Malaysia rounding out the top five. Notably, Agoda reported that Indian families showcased the highest growth in travel interest to Vietnam during this period, with a 186% increase in searches. Malaysians also, are expressing strong growth in interest, with a 74% increase in searches, highlighting Vietnam's appeal as a family destination in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Families are choosing Vietnam for its storied culture and cuisine, diverse landscapes, and abundance of family-friendly resorts and attractions.
Phu Quoc Island leads as the most sought-after destination among international family travelers with a 47% increase in searches, popular for its sandy beaches, calm waters, and nature parks ideal for multi-generation vacations. Da Nang follows with 42% growth in travel interest, noted for its beaches, soft adventure activities, and access to Ba Na Hills theme park. Nha Trang comes in third place, remaining a favorite for its long coastline, family-oriented resorts, and island experiences. In fourth place, Ho Chi Minh City appeals with its vibrant food scene, entertainment complexes, and day trips to the Mekong Delta. In the north, Hanoi continues to draw families with its cultural landmarks, museums, and festive atmosphere, rounding out the top five most family-friendly year-end destinations in Vietnam.
Meanwhile, although Vietnamese families traditionally travel less internationally at the end of the year – typically preferring to wait for the Lunar New Year - China is becoming a noticeable exception. Among the top 20 outbound destinations preferred by Vietnamese families during the December-January period, searches for Shanghai increased 58%, while Beijing increased 59%. This shift is supported by the launch of new direct routes between Hanoi and selected Chinese cities earlier this year, making end-of-year overseas trips more accessible than ever.
Vu Ngoc Lam, Country Director at Agoda, said: "It is wonderful to see Vietnam increasingly chosen as an end-of-year holiday destination for families from across Asia and beyond. Agoda's data shows that travelers are recognizing Vietnam's family-friendly appeal, which further strengthen its position on the global travel map. As more families plan their festive-season or year-end getaways, we are delighted to support them through Agoda's simple, intuitive platform and our wide range of stays, flights, and activities."
With over 6 million properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities, all bookable in one seamless itinerary, Agoda helps families plan memorable year-end holidays, whether they choose a peaceful beach break, a cultural city escape, or an international exploration to mark the close of the year.
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Agoda Data Shows Vietnam Rising as a Favorite End-of-Year Destination for Families Across Asia and Beyond
