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Executive Leadership and Local Officials Participate in Teaneck, New Jersey Opening Ceremony
SEOUL, South Korea and TEANECK, N.J., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LX Pantos Americas hosted an Opening Ceremony last week to mark the official launch of its new Americas regional headquarters at the Glenpointe Center in Teaneck, New Jersey. The event brought together company leadership, customers, partners and local dignitaries to celebrate a major milestone in the company's growth across the Americas.
LX Pantos Americas is the Americas regional organization of LX Pantos, Korea's leading global logistics company. With operations spanning across North and South America, LX Pantos Americas combines global scale and standards with deep regional expertise and local execution excellence.
The ceremony commenced with welcoming remarks from David Bang, CEO of LX Pantos Americas, followed by congratulatory messages from Yong Ho Lee, President & CEO of LX Pantos. Teaneck Mayor Mark J. Schwartz offered remarks, recognizing LX Pantos for its investment in the community and its growing role in global logistics and supply chain innovation. Representatives from Senator Andy Kim's office and Assemblywoman Ellen Park's office were also in attendance.
Guests were then invited to tour the new headquarters, offering an inside look at the company's thoughtfully designed workspace. A highlight of the tour was a stop at a prominent feature wall where local artist Hyesu Lee was painting a large-scale mural created especially for the new office. In the mural – designed to highlight how logistics seamlessly connects everyday life – elements flow together to show how LX Pantos supports daily experiences. VIP guests were invited to pick up a brush and add their signature to the piece, reflecting LX Pantos' collaborative spirit and commitment to growing and building together with its partners.
The tour concluded in the LX Pantos Americas Gallery, where attendees learned about the company's history, growth and evolution into a leading global logistics provider. The event culminated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebratory toast, followed by a luncheon and networking reception. Guests received Yakgwa, a traditional Korean dessert, as a parting gift.
"Today we celebrate the relationships that have made this journey possible. Gathering together with valued customers, trusted partners and distinguished community leaders for this important program provided insight, reflection and a shared vision for the future of global supply chains," said David Bang, CEO of LX Pantos Americas. "This new chapter underscores our continued commitment to innovation, partnership and a broad, deeply integrated portfolio that enables us to deliver world-class logistics solutions across the Americas and beyond – all powered by our passionate and dedicated colleagues across the region."
Established in 1977, LX Pantos is a leading global logistics provider headquartered in Korea. It delivers comprehensive logistics solutions across sea, air, rail, and contract logistics through a worldwide network spanning more than 40 countries.
Executive Leadership and Local Officials Participate in Teaneck, New Jersey Opening Ceremony
SEOUL, South Korea and TEANECK, N.J., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LX Pantos Americas hosted an Opening Ceremony last week to mark the official launch of its new Americas regional headquarters at the Glenpointe Center in Teaneck, New Jersey. The event brought together company leadership, customers, partners and local dignitaries to celebrate a major milestone in the company's growth across the Americas.
LX Pantos Americas is the Americas regional organization of LX Pantos, Korea's leading global logistics company. With operations spanning across North and South America, LX Pantos Americas combines global scale and standards with deep regional expertise and local execution excellence.
The ceremony commenced with welcoming remarks from David Bang, CEO of LX Pantos Americas, followed by congratulatory messages from Yong Ho Lee, President & CEO of LX Pantos. Teaneck Mayor Mark J. Schwartz offered remarks, recognizing LX Pantos for its investment in the community and its growing role in global logistics and supply chain innovation. Representatives from Senator Andy Kim's office and Assemblywoman Ellen Park's office were also in attendance.
Guests were then invited to tour the new headquarters, offering an inside look at the company's thoughtfully designed workspace. A highlight of the tour was a stop at a prominent feature wall where local artist Hyesu Lee was painting a large-scale mural created especially for the new office. In the mural – designed to highlight how logistics seamlessly connects everyday life – elements flow together to show how LX Pantos supports daily experiences. VIP guests were invited to pick up a brush and add their signature to the piece, reflecting LX Pantos' collaborative spirit and commitment to growing and building together with its partners.
The tour concluded in the LX Pantos Americas Gallery, where attendees learned about the company's history, growth and evolution into a leading global logistics provider. The event culminated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebratory toast, followed by a luncheon and networking reception. Guests received Yakgwa, a traditional Korean dessert, as a parting gift.
"Today we celebrate the relationships that have made this journey possible. Gathering together with valued customers, trusted partners and distinguished community leaders for this important program provided insight, reflection and a shared vision for the future of global supply chains," said David Bang, CEO of LX Pantos Americas. "This new chapter underscores our continued commitment to innovation, partnership and a broad, deeply integrated portfolio that enables us to deliver world-class logistics solutions across the Americas and beyond – all powered by our passionate and dedicated colleagues across the region."
Established in 1977, LX Pantos is a leading global logistics provider headquartered in Korea. It delivers comprehensive logistics solutions across sea, air, rail, and contract logistics through a worldwide network spanning more than 40 countries.
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LX Pantos Opens Americas Headquarters, Marking Strategic Expansion
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TOKYO, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SwitchBot, a leading provider of AI-enabled embodied home robotics systems, today announced the launch of KATA Friends, Noa and Niko, a new series of AI Pets designed to bring companionship, emotional connection, and intelligent interaction into everyday life.
Unlike traditional smart devices focused on utility, KATA Friends are designed as companions that live alongside users, learning, responding, and growing over time. By combining AI with expressive design and physical interaction, KATA Friends introduce a new category of home robotics centered on presence and connection.
A Companion That Feels Alive
KATA Friends are designed to feel less like machines and more like living companions. Each one comes with its own personality and evolves based on how users interact with it, ensuring that no two KATA Friends are ever the same.
With expressive eyes, natural movements, and 12 touch-sensitive zones across its body, KATA Friends react intuitively to hugs, gestures, and everyday interaction. They can move independently around the home, avoid obstacles, and return to their charging base on their own, reinforcing a sense of autonomy and lifelike behavior.
Understands You and Adapts to Your Life
Designed to integrate naturally into daily routines, KATA Friends respond to voice commands, gestures, and behavioral cues. Users can call them over, interact through simple gestures, or communicate using everyday language, creating an experience that feels intuitive and engaging.
Beyond direct interaction, KATA Friends observe and respond to user behavior. They can greet users in the morning, wait by the door when someone is about to arrive, or quietly offer companionship during moments of rest. Through voice emotion recognition, they can also sense changes in mood and respond accordingly, adding an emotional layer to everyday interaction.
A Personalized Companion That Grows Over Time
KATA Friends are designed to build long-term relationships with users. They can recognize different members of a household and respond uniquely to each individual, remembering preferences and interaction patterns over time.
As users spend more time with their KATA Friend, it develops its own behavior and attachment patterns, shaped entirely by how it is "raised." It can also document shared experiences by keeping a diary of daily interactions and capturing photos from its own perspective, allowing users to revisit moments through the eyes of their companion.
In addition, KATA Friends offer customization options, including interchangeable outfits and accessories, allowing users to personalize both appearance and personality.
Powered by AI for Real-Time Interaction
KATA Friends are equipped with cameras, sensors, and AI capabilities, enabling them to process interactions locally and respond in real time.
The on-device LLM allows KATA Friends to understand speech without relying on constant connectivity, while local visual data processing capabilities enable KATA Friends with gesture comprehension and facial recognition, ensuring responsive interaction and enhanced privacy. Meanwhile, with the Chat Mode, KATA Friends can conduct conversations with users for even more authentic and immersive interactions.
Expanding the Role of AI in Everyday Life
With KATA Friends, SwitchBot expands its vision of embodied AI beyond convenience and automation into companionship. By focusing on interaction, personalization, and emotional intelligence, KATA Friends introduce a new way for users to engage with AI, one that is more human-centered, intuitive, and meaningful.
Pricing and Availability
KATA Friends will be available through the official SwitchBot website, with an MSRP starting at USD 699.99 / GBP 599.99 / EUR 599.99 / CAD 999.99.
For more information, please visit SwitchBot's official website and follow SwitchBot on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Media Kit: SwitchBot KATA Friends
TOKYO, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SwitchBot, a leading provider of AI-enabled embodied home robotics systems, today announced the launch of KATA Friends, Noa and Niko, a new series of AI Pets designed to bring companionship, emotional connection, and intelligent interaction into everyday life.
Unlike traditional smart devices focused on utility, KATA Friends are designed as companions that live alongside users, learning, responding, and growing over time. By combining AI with expressive design and physical interaction, KATA Friends introduce a new category of home robotics centered on presence and connection.
A Companion That Feels Alive
KATA Friends are designed to feel less like machines and more like living companions. Each one comes with its own personality and evolves based on how users interact with it, ensuring that no two KATA Friends are ever the same.
With expressive eyes, natural movements, and 12 touch-sensitive zones across its body, KATA Friends react intuitively to hugs, gestures, and everyday interaction. They can move independently around the home, avoid obstacles, and return to their charging base on their own, reinforcing a sense of autonomy and lifelike behavior.
Understands You and Adapts to Your Life
Designed to integrate naturally into daily routines, KATA Friends respond to voice commands, gestures, and behavioral cues. Users can call them over, interact through simple gestures, or communicate using everyday language, creating an experience that feels intuitive and engaging.
Beyond direct interaction, KATA Friends observe and respond to user behavior. They can greet users in the morning, wait by the door when someone is about to arrive, or quietly offer companionship during moments of rest. Through voice emotion recognition, they can also sense changes in mood and respond accordingly, adding an emotional layer to everyday interaction.
A Personalized Companion That Grows Over Time
KATA Friends are designed to build long-term relationships with users. They can recognize different members of a household and respond uniquely to each individual, remembering preferences and interaction patterns over time.
As users spend more time with their KATA Friend, it develops its own behavior and attachment patterns, shaped entirely by how it is "raised." It can also document shared experiences by keeping a diary of daily interactions and capturing photos from its own perspective, allowing users to revisit moments through the eyes of their companion.
In addition, KATA Friends offer customization options, including interchangeable outfits and accessories, allowing users to personalize both appearance and personality.
Powered by AI for Real-Time Interaction
KATA Friends are equipped with cameras, sensors, and AI capabilities, enabling them to process interactions locally and respond in real time.
The on-device LLM allows KATA Friends to understand speech without relying on constant connectivity, while local visual data processing capabilities enable KATA Friends with gesture comprehension and facial recognition, ensuring responsive interaction and enhanced privacy. Meanwhile, with the Chat Mode, KATA Friends can conduct conversations with users for even more authentic and immersive interactions.
Expanding the Role of AI in Everyday Life
With KATA Friends, SwitchBot expands its vision of embodied AI beyond convenience and automation into companionship. By focusing on interaction, personalization, and emotional intelligence, KATA Friends introduce a new way for users to engage with AI, one that is more human-centered, intuitive, and meaningful.
Pricing and Availability
KATA Friends will be available through the official SwitchBot website, with an MSRP starting at USD 699.99 / GBP 599.99 / EUR 599.99 / CAD 999.99.
For more information, please visit SwitchBot's official website and follow SwitchBot on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Media Kit: SwitchBot KATA Friends
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SwitchBot Officially Launches KATA Friends, AI Pets That Truly Grow With You
