CHENGDU, China, Oct. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 Chengdu Open Rowing Regatta was held from Oct 1 to 2 in Xinjin district of Chengdu, Sichuan province, drawing 20 rowing teams from domestic and foreign universities, along with seven rowing teams from cities in the Chengdu-Chongqing region.
The event, staged in the Xinjin section of the Nanhe River, consisted of three races: the men's eight with coxswain 800-meter straight-course race, the men's quadruple sculls 800-meter straight-course race, and the women's quadruple sculls 800-meter straight-course race.
The men's eight with coxswain race attracted 14 rowing teams from international universities, including University of Cambridge and University of Oxford in the United Kingdom, Brown University in the United States, University of Sydney and University of Melbourne in Australia, and domestic universities including Peking University and Tsinghua University.
Overseas teams from Harvard University and Princeton University in the US, as well as six teams from domestic universities, including Xi'an Jiaotong University and Chengdu Sport University, competed in the women's quadruple sculls race.
Seven rowing teams from cities in the Chengdu-Chongqing region, including Chengdu, Chongqing, Suining and Meishan, competed in the men's quadruple sculls race.
The rowing team from Brown University secured the championship in the men's eight with coxswain race, while University of Sydney and University of Otago in New Zealand won second and third place, respectively.
Henry Hollingsworth, a member of Brown University's rowing team, said he was delighted that his team won first place in such a high-level international event, noting that the Nanhe River was incredibly beautiful and competing there was a fantastic experience.
He added that the spectators on the banks were extremely passionate, and their cheers had given his team extra motivation.
Princeton University claimed first place in the women's quadruple sculls race, followed by Harvard University and Chengdu Sport University.
The rowing team from Deyang, Sichuan won the men's quadruple sculls race, while the teams from Jianyang and Meishan in Sichuan finished second and third, respectively.
The organizers said they will continue to upgrade the event and invite more top-tier teams from both China and abroad. Meanwhile, they will leverage the event to promote in-depth integration of sports, culture and tourism, turning Xinjin into a vibrant "rowing city".
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2025 Chengdu Open Rowing Regatta held in Xinjin
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As smart home technology evolves beyond standalone devices, Karofi, an international water purification brand with products present across Southeast Asia, the United States, and more than 50 global markets, is introducing a new direction for modern living through its Smart Wellness Ecosystem at CES 2026.
Karofi places water quality at the center of everyday wellness, rather than treating water as a background utility. The company's ecosystem integrates whole-house purification, premium drinking water systems, and digital monitoring into a connected platform designed for real homes and contemporary lifestyles.
Water and Wellness at the Core of Smart Living
Consumer expectations around smart homes are evolving. As urban homes become more compact and families more health-conscious, homeowners are seeking solutions that are space-efficient, reliable, and easy to manage, without adding complexity to daily life.
Karofi's Smart Wellness Ecosystem addresses this shift by rethinking how water is managed throughout the home. From the moment water enters the household to everyday drinking and food preparation, the ecosystem is designed to deliver consistency, comfort, and long-term peace of mind.
A Connected Water Ecosystem, Moving Beyond Isolated Devices
At the foundation of the ecosystem are whole-house water filtration systems that prepare incoming water for bathing, laundry, and kitchen use. This treated water then flows into Karofi's premium drinking water solutions, including its Diamond and Platinum Series, designed as visible lifestyle elements for modern kitchens rather than hidden utilities. These systems work in tandem, ensuring stable water quality across the home while simplifying maintenance and system management for homeowners.
Digital Technology: Simple, Centralized Control
A key innovation of Karofi's Smart Wellness Ecosystem is its digital integration technology, designed to make water management intuitive rather than technical. Instead of requiring users to monitor multiple devices separately, Karofi's AIoTec technology centralizes control and visibility across the entire water system.
Through a single interface, users can track water quality, filter status, system performance, and maintenance cycles in real time. This centralized approach simplifies daily use, reduces manual intervention, and supports timely maintenance—ensuring consistent water quality without complexity.
By embedding digital intelligence into water purification, Karofi positions technology as an enabler of convenience and reliability, reinforcing its vision of water-centered smart living where advanced systems operate quietly and seamlessly in the background.
CES 2026 Recap: Real-World Engagement
The CES 2026 recap video captures real interactions at Karofi's booth, where visitors experience how the Smart Wellness Ecosystem seamlessly connects whole-house water filtration and premium drinking water systems into one unified solution.
Through live demonstrations and on-site engagement, Karofi illustrates a complete water journey—from source treatment to everyday drinking—reinforcing its vision of water-centered smart living.
Revisit the Karofi experience at CES 2026 — where innovation is proven by real market interest and global OEM engagement.
Designed for Modern Homes and Real Lifestyles
The Smart Wellness Ecosystem is engineered to meet the realities of contemporary living:
- Space efficiency: Compact system layouts suitable for apartments and urban homes
- User-friendly design: Intuitive controls and simplified maintenance
- Consistent performance: Stable water quality across all daily activities
- Integration: Drinking water systems designed as lifestyle features, not utilities
By centering the ecosystem around water rather than gadgets, Karofi offers a differentiated smart home narrative focused on health, functionality, and long-term value.
A Water-Centered Vision for Global Markets
Karofi's Smart Wellness Ecosystem reflects a broader brand vision: clean, reliable water is not just a utility, but a foundation of everyday wellness. By integrating purification, drinking systems, and digital monitoring into a single connected framework, Karofi is redefining how smart homes approach water quality.
This ecosystem-driven strategy positions Karofi to support diverse household needs across global markets—where water conditions, space constraints, and lifestyle expectations vary, but the demand for safe, consistent water remains universal.
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Karofi Positions Smart Wellness Ecosystem as New Direction for Water-Centered Smart Homes at CES 2026
