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AUGSBURG, Germany, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MakerWorld's first user-initiated charity design contest has completed: winners have now been selected from 2,056 models submitted by 1,008 creators worldwide. Created in support of the Pieksekisten project, the contest drew more than 250,000 unique visitors and is helping turn digital designs, platform points, and community goodwill into 3D-printed gifts for children in cancer wards.
From a Personal Journey to a Shared Mission
Pieksekisten, literally "comfort boxes" in German, are small boxes filled with gifts for children who have just undergone treatment, examinations, or stressful hospital appointments. They are not grand presents, but they can offer something kind in a difficult moment. After a shot or a blood draw, a small object a child gets to choose for themselves can mean everything.
The project began in February 2023, in the day clinic of the Augsburg Pediatric Oncology Center, where Pascal Neumann's son Thore was being treated for Grade IV medulloblastoma, an aggressive pediatric brain tumor. Pascal's partner Silke began asking how small positive moments could be created for children on the ward, after a defining instance one day: a song played on the radio after Thore's MRI examination, and it became achingly clear how exhausting clinical routine truly is for young children, not only medically, but emotionally.
The first Pieksekisten arrived at the clinic in March 2023, filled with classic small gifts. 3D printing was added later, when Pascal noticed something his son did with the rough early prints from his beginner-level 3D printer:
"For me, it was a failed print. For him, it was something his father had made for him. He was happy about things I myself would have thrown away long before."
Thore passed away in October 2023, at just five years old.
The project is carried today by Pascal and Silke together, with a clear division of work: Silke coordinates with the hospital ward, including appointments, on-site handovers, direct communication with clinical staff, and Instagram documentation, while Pascal handles the technical infrastructure, including the website, MakerWorld and Bambu Lab communications, model curation, and printing. Early on, the pediatric clinic acknowledged the project in an official letter of thanks, explicitly recognizing the real-world effect of these small positive moments on children during difficult treatments. The hospital and pediatric oncology context is included here as the personal and real-world background that inspired and shaped the project, not as a statement of formal institutional hospital involvement or official partnership.
As word spread through the MakerWorld community, a platform where 2 million users share, remix, and download models daily, designers began spontaneously contributing models. Even before any formal contest, Pascal had documented permissions from more than 50 designers, secured one by one through forum messages and direct conversations. The growing enthusiasm caught the attention of the MakerWorld team, who reached out to Pascal to formalize what was already happening organically.
"MakerWorld was the first place where all of this came together: people already designing exactly the right kinds of things, an active printing community, real practical feasibility, and a platform where an idea could very quickly become something tangible and useful." — Pascal
Why Not Just Mail Toys? — A Controlled Pipeline of Goodwill
Every model that enters a Pieksekiste begins as a file on a creator's workstation, often on the other side of the world. A designer uploads a file to MakerWorld. Pascal clicks download. Seconds later, the file is on his printer, building layer by layer. It's like sending a fax, but what's transmitted isn't text; it's warmth you can hold in your hand.
International shipping of a physical toy typically costs $20–50 per parcel and takes 2–6 weeks, plus customs forms. The same care, sent as a file and printed locally? Within a day. Less than a dollar. Nearly zero carbon footprint.
On MakerWorld, models are designed to work seamlessly with Bambu Lab printers, and many come with ready-to-use print profiles. Pascal currently runs three Bambu Lab P1S Combo systems, identical units expanded over time for reliability, achieving a 98% usable production rate in daily operation.
These are not items pulled from a warehouse shelf. As Pascal puts it, they are consciously made, with time, attention, and the thought of giving one child a small positive moment. What children pick first on the ward, what gets handled most often, and what staff see working in practice feeds directly back into the next round of model selection, creating a closed loop between bedside reality and production planning.
And the designs themselves remain freely available. Anyone can download and print their own version, imagining it now in the hands of another child fighting their own battle somewhere in the world.
But controlled goodwill is not only about logistics. It is also about how a gift reaches a child. The Pieksekisten are not open toy boxes. They are placed at specific points within the treatment workflow — the finger-prick room and examination rooms 3 and 5 — and used only under nurse supervision. After a procedure, a child chooses one small object for themselves, with staff present.
"The boxes are a deliberately placed and controlled point of handover within everyday clinical life," Pascal explains. "Not an open toy offering."
This level of control is medical, not organizational. Many of the children on the ward are severely immunocompromised. For now, Pascal accepts no externally printed finished pieces, only digital files transformed into physical objects through his own equipment, on PLA filament, with every print visually inspected before it leaves his hands.
"As soon as material quality, production quality, or safety can no longer be reliably verified, the sustainability of the project itself would immediately be at risk."
A Charity Contest That Broke New Ground
On April 2, 2026, MakerWorld launched the Pieksekisten Design Contest, the platform's first charity contest, co-developed by a community member in partnership with MakerWorld. While the contest page was formally "Hosted By U: @JamesDaRock," the initiative grew from a true meeting of minds: designers had already been contributing for weeks, and the MakerWorld team built the contest framework together with Pascal to give that goodwill a proper home.
Within three weeks, 1,008 creators submitted 2,056 distinct models, with the contest page drawing more than 250,000 unique visitors. Before the contest, the project had run on permissions from roughly 50 designers, gathered one by one over many months through Bambu Lab forum messages and direct conversations. In three weeks, that creative pool expanded roughly 40-fold. Today, about half of the documented production batches in active circulation already trace back to contest submissions.
Each submission was reviewed by Pascal for safety, child-appropriateness, and print reliability. Throughout, he applied the same standard he had used from day one: no model enters a Pieksekiste without clear, documented permission from its designer.
"A model is not just a file. It is the time, experience, and creative work of a person — and that is exactly how it should be treated."
"Just because you can print something does not automatically mean you should simply take it."
Winners Announced
The top three winning designs reflect the practical and emotional range of the brief:
- 1st Place: Wall Decor & IV Stand Clip Pieksekisten x Art Zig by @La Forge d'Orion
- 2nd Place: Puppet Theater with Puppets and Scenery by @berri3D
- 3rd Place: Brain Teaser Puzzle Board | 48 Challenges | 5 Levels by @PrecisionCrafts
The Community Favorite award went to Pieksi – A friend from a syringe @DIY Wizard.
The Kids Choice selection is still underway. Finalists will be introduced to children in the ward, and the designs that spark the greatest smiles will be announced publicly on the MakerWorld contest page once the children's voting process is complete.
"Every model submitted carried someone's time, care, and imagination, and many of them will continue to be reviewed, printed, and tested in the real everyday life of the ward. To everyone who contributed: thank you for helping us create more of those moments."
— Pascal Neumann
Points Donation — Converting Earned Credit into Bedside Gifts
Throughout the competition, participants repeatedly asked whether they could help beyond submitting models. The community itself surfaced the answer: could there be a way to donate points directly to support Pascal? Just three days later, on April 30, MakerWorld launched its first charitable Points Donation feature. On day one alone, 8,000 points were raised.
As of May 26, 555 contributors have donated 102,622 points, that represents about more than $8,300 in platform credit — enough to redeem more than 400 rolls of PLA Basic filament, or approximately 13 units of P2S. The donation pool remains open until June 1, 2026.
Donated points will be converted directly into filament, printers, and production resources, with MakerWorld facilitating delivery to Pascal. Three P1S printers currently sustain the two-week production-to-clinic cadence and are running near full capacity. As donated points convert into additional equipment and materials, that cadence is expected to accelerate meaningfully, keeping pace with growing internal demand: the Augsburg puncture rooms, the Stupfzimmer, have recently requested their own dedicated 3D boxes.
MakerWorld's Role — Infrastructure the Community Could Use
For MakerWorld, what's worth sharing here is not only goodwill itself, but what existing platform infrastructure made possible once a member-led cause found a clear workflow. The contest used MakerWorld's standard competition framework, adapted with Pascal into the platform's first charity design contest. When the community asked how to do more, the first Points Donation feature shipped within days, turning a recurring forum question into a productized support path. The same systems that normally reward creators for downloads and community activity became a bridge from digital credit to bedside hardware, without Pascal building custom tooling or running parallel logistics.
How to Be Part of This
Looking Ahead
On June 1, MakerWorld will formally close the Pieksekisten Points Donation pool. After the campaign ends, MakerWorld will publish a follow-up impact report summarizing final donation totals, converted materials, and project delivery progress.
Pascal is deliberately cautious about scaling beyond Augsburg.
"Pediatric oncology wards are protected for very good reasons — and they should be. The real bottleneck is access, not production. The goal is first to build a model that works reliably here, and only then to consider whether it could responsibly be transferred elsewhere." — Pascal
"This project showed us something we'd never seen before: a charity that runs on creativity instead of logistics. Designers contributed from São Paulo, Berlin, and beyond — and their gifts printed themselves across the world. We're proud to have built the infrastructure that lets a community's care travel directly from a designer's screen to a child's hand."
—Qianye, Creator Operation of MakerWorld
About MakerWorld
MakerWorld is the world's largest 3D model sharing, downloading, and printing community, operated by Bambu Lab. With over 2 million free models and thousands of new designs added daily, MakerWorld is accessible directly through its website or via Bambu software such as Bambu Studio, championing a mission of community-driven, technology-for-good. Learn more at makerworld.com
About Bambu Lab
Bambu Lab is a consumer-tech company focusing on desktop 3D printers. Its state-of-the-art 3D printers offer a feature-rich first-class experience for a global community of 3D printing makers, aiming to break the barriers between the digital and physical worlds and bring creativity to a whole new level. Bambu Lab sells its 3D printers, filaments, and accessories on its official website, serving customers across 30+ countries.
Learn more at Bambu Lab Official Website
For those who wish to explore further
AUGSBURG, Germany, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MakerWorld's first user-initiated charity design contest has completed: winners have now been selected from 2,056 models submitted by 1,008 creators worldwide. Created in support of the Pieksekisten project, the contest drew more than 250,000 unique visitors and is helping turn digital designs, platform points, and community goodwill into 3D-printed gifts for children in cancer wards.
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MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
From a Personal Journey to a Shared Mission
Pieksekisten, literally "comfort boxes" in German, are small boxes filled with gifts for children who have just undergone treatment, examinations, or stressful hospital appointments. They are not grand presents, but they can offer something kind in a difficult moment. After a shot or a blood draw, a small object a child gets to choose for themselves can mean everything.
The project began in February 2023, in the day clinic of the Augsburg Pediatric Oncology Center, where Pascal Neumann's son Thore was being treated for Grade IV medulloblastoma, an aggressive pediatric brain tumor. Pascal's partner Silke began asking how small positive moments could be created for children on the ward, after a defining instance one day: a song played on the radio after Thore's MRI examination, and it became achingly clear how exhausting clinical routine truly is for young children, not only medically, but emotionally.
The first Pieksekisten arrived at the clinic in March 2023, filled with classic small gifts. 3D printing was added later, when Pascal noticed something his son did with the rough early prints from his beginner-level 3D printer:
"For me, it was a failed print. For him, it was something his father had made for him. He was happy about things I myself would have thrown away long before."
Thore passed away in October 2023, at just five years old.
The project is carried today by Pascal and Silke together, with a clear division of work: Silke coordinates with the hospital ward, including appointments, on-site handovers, direct communication with clinical staff, and Instagram documentation, while Pascal handles the technical infrastructure, including the website, MakerWorld and Bambu Lab communications, model curation, and printing. Early on, the pediatric clinic acknowledged the project in an official letter of thanks, explicitly recognizing the real-world effect of these small positive moments on children during difficult treatments. The hospital and pediatric oncology context is included here as the personal and real-world background that inspired and shaped the project, not as a statement of formal institutional hospital involvement or official partnership.
As word spread through the MakerWorld community, a platform where 2 million users share, remix, and download models daily, designers began spontaneously contributing models. Even before any formal contest, Pascal had documented permissions from more than 50 designers, secured one by one through forum messages and direct conversations. The growing enthusiasm caught the attention of the MakerWorld team, who reached out to Pascal to formalize what was already happening organically.
"MakerWorld was the first place where all of this came together: people already designing exactly the right kinds of things, an active printing community, real practical feasibility, and a platform where an idea could very quickly become something tangible and useful." — Pascal
Why Not Just Mail Toys? — A Controlled Pipeline of Goodwill
Every model that enters a Pieksekiste begins as a file on a creator's workstation, often on the other side of the world. A designer uploads a file to MakerWorld. Pascal clicks download. Seconds later, the file is on his printer, building layer by layer. It's like sending a fax, but what's transmitted isn't text; it's warmth you can hold in your hand.
International shipping of a physical toy typically costs $20–50 per parcel and takes 2–6 weeks, plus customs forms. The same care, sent as a file and printed locally? Within a day. Less than a dollar. Nearly zero carbon footprint.
On MakerWorld, models are designed to work seamlessly with Bambu Lab printers, and many come with ready-to-use print profiles. Pascal currently runs three Bambu Lab P1S Combo systems, identical units expanded over time for reliability, achieving a 98% usable production rate in daily operation.
These are not items pulled from a warehouse shelf. As Pascal puts it, they are consciously made, with time, attention, and the thought of giving one child a small positive moment. What children pick first on the ward, what gets handled most often, and what staff see working in practice feeds directly back into the next round of model selection, creating a closed loop between bedside reality and production planning.
And the designs themselves remain freely available. Anyone can download and print their own version, imagining it now in the hands of another child fighting their own battle somewhere in the world.
But controlled goodwill is not only about logistics. It is also about how a gift reaches a child. The Pieksekisten are not open toy boxes. They are placed at specific points within the treatment workflow — the finger-prick room and examination rooms 3 and 5 — and used only under nurse supervision. After a procedure, a child chooses one small object for themselves, with staff present.
"The boxes are a deliberately placed and controlled point of handover within everyday clinical life," Pascal explains. "Not an open toy offering."
This level of control is medical, not organizational. Many of the children on the ward are severely immunocompromised. For now, Pascal accepts no externally printed finished pieces, only digital files transformed into physical objects through his own equipment, on PLA filament, with every print visually inspected before it leaves his hands.
"As soon as material quality, production quality, or safety can no longer be reliably verified, the sustainability of the project itself would immediately be at risk."
A Charity Contest That Broke New Ground
On April 2, 2026, MakerWorld launched the Pieksekisten Design Contest, the platform's first charity contest, co-developed by a community member in partnership with MakerWorld. While the contest page was formally "Hosted By U: @JamesDaRock," the initiative grew from a true meeting of minds: designers had already been contributing for weeks, and the MakerWorld team built the contest framework together with Pascal to give that goodwill a proper home.
Within three weeks, 1,008 creators submitted 2,056 distinct models, with the contest page drawing more than 250,000 unique visitors. Before the contest, the project had run on permissions from roughly 50 designers, gathered one by one over many months through Bambu Lab forum messages and direct conversations. In three weeks, that creative pool expanded roughly 40-fold. Today, about half of the documented production batches in active circulation already trace back to contest submissions.
Each submission was reviewed by Pascal for safety, child-appropriateness, and print reliability. Throughout, he applied the same standard he had used from day one: no model enters a Pieksekiste without clear, documented permission from its designer.
"A model is not just a file. It is the time, experience, and creative work of a person — and that is exactly how it should be treated."
"Just because you can print something does not automatically mean you should simply take it."
Winners Announced
The top three winning designs reflect the practical and emotional range of the brief:
- 1st Place: Wall Decor & IV Stand Clip Pieksekisten x Art Zig by @La Forge d'Orion
- 2nd Place: Puppet Theater with Puppets and Scenery by @berri3D
- 3rd Place: Brain Teaser Puzzle Board | 48 Challenges | 5 Levels by @PrecisionCrafts
The Community Favorite award went to Pieksi – A friend from a syringe @DIY Wizard.
The Kids Choice selection is still underway. Finalists will be introduced to children in the ward, and the designs that spark the greatest smiles will be announced publicly on the MakerWorld contest page once the children's voting process is complete.
"Every model submitted carried someone's time, care, and imagination, and many of them will continue to be reviewed, printed, and tested in the real everyday life of the ward. To everyone who contributed: thank you for helping us create more of those moments."
— Pascal Neumann
Points Donation — Converting Earned Credit into Bedside Gifts
Throughout the competition, participants repeatedly asked whether they could help beyond submitting models. The community itself surfaced the answer: could there be a way to donate points directly to support Pascal? Just three days later, on April 30, MakerWorld launched its first charitable Points Donation feature. On day one alone, 8,000 points were raised.
As of May 26, 555 contributors have donated 102,622 points, that represents about more than $8,300 in platform credit — enough to redeem more than 400 rolls of PLA Basic filament, or approximately 13 units of P2S. The donation pool remains open until June 1, 2026.
Donated points will be converted directly into filament, printers, and production resources, with MakerWorld facilitating delivery to Pascal. Three P1S printers currently sustain the two-week production-to-clinic cadence and are running near full capacity. As donated points convert into additional equipment and materials, that cadence is expected to accelerate meaningfully, keeping pace with growing internal demand: the Augsburg puncture rooms, the Stupfzimmer, have recently requested their own dedicated 3D boxes.
MakerWorld's Role — Infrastructure the Community Could Use
For MakerWorld, what's worth sharing here is not only goodwill itself, but what existing platform infrastructure made possible once a member-led cause found a clear workflow. The contest used MakerWorld's standard competition framework, adapted with Pascal into the platform's first charity design contest. When the community asked how to do more, the first Points Donation feature shipped within days, turning a recurring forum question into a productized support path. The same systems that normally reward creators for downloads and community activity became a bridge from digital credit to bedside hardware, without Pascal building custom tooling or running parallel logistics.
How to Be Part of This
Looking Ahead
On June 1, MakerWorld will formally close the Pieksekisten Points Donation pool. After the campaign ends, MakerWorld will publish a follow-up impact report summarizing final donation totals, converted materials, and project delivery progress.
Pascal is deliberately cautious about scaling beyond Augsburg.
"Pediatric oncology wards are protected for very good reasons — and they should be. The real bottleneck is access, not production. The goal is first to build a model that works reliably here, and only then to consider whether it could responsibly be transferred elsewhere." — Pascal
"This project showed us something we'd never seen before: a charity that runs on creativity instead of logistics. Designers contributed from São Paulo, Berlin, and beyond — and their gifts printed themselves across the world. We're proud to have built the infrastructure that lets a community's care travel directly from a designer's screen to a child's hand."
—Qianye, Creator Operation of MakerWorld
About MakerWorld
MakerWorld is the world's largest 3D model sharing, downloading, and printing community, operated by Bambu Lab. With over 2 million free models and thousands of new designs added daily, MakerWorld is accessible directly through its website or via Bambu software such as Bambu Studio, championing a mission of community-driven, technology-for-good. Learn more at makerworld.com
About Bambu Lab
Bambu Lab is a consumer-tech company focusing on desktop 3D printers. Its state-of-the-art 3D printers offer a feature-rich first-class experience for a global community of 3D printing makers, aiming to break the barriers between the digital and physical worlds and bring creativity to a whole new level. Bambu Lab sells its 3D printers, filaments, and accessories on its official website, serving customers across 30+ countries.
Learn more at Bambu Lab Official Website
For those who wish to explore further
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MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
MakerWorld's First User-Initiated Charity Contest Names Winners, Bringing Global Creators' Goodwill Directly to Cancer Wards
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Strategic collaboration positions Malaysia as a regional clean energy investment hub amid surging AI and data centre power demand
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As shifting geopolitical dynamics, regional supply chain realignments, and surging electricity demand reshape global trade, Malaysia is intensifying efforts to strengthen energy security and future-proof its economic growth through renewable energy (RE) and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
In a strategic move to address these evolving priorities, ENERtec Asia 2026, Southeast Asia's premier energy technology exhibition and conference, has announced a landmark collaboration with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA). This partnership underscores the pivotal role that clean energy and intelligent storage infrastructure play in anchoring Malaysia's rapidly expanding digital economy.
Co-located with The Energy Transition Conference (ETCon) by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) under the unified theme "Energy & AI: The Synergy for Energy Transition," ENERtec Asia 2026 will take place from 3 to 5 June 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). The platform will explore how the convergence of artificial intelligence, RE, power grid and advanced storage technologies is reshaping industrial operations, infrastructure planning, and sustainable economic development across ASEAN.
As Malaysia continues to attract high-value investments in artificial intelligence (AI), hyperscale data centres, cloud computing, and advanced manufacturing, the strain on the national grid is set to rise sharply. Against this backdrop, renewable energy and battery storage are no longer viewed merely as sustainability goals but as critical economic infrastructure required to ensure grid reliability, operational continuity, and long-term industrial competitiveness.
MIDA's role as Strategic Partner reflects broader national efforts to strengthen Malaysia's clean energy investment ecosystem and accelerate diversification of the country's energy mix. The collaboration directly aligns with the country's aspirations to position itself as the preferred regional destination for next-generation energy technologies and sustainable industrial development.
Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, CEO of MIDA, said, "MIDA is thrilled to stand alongside ENERtec Asia 2026 as a strategic partner for the second time. This year's theme perfectly captures the trajectory of Malaysia's industrial transformation. By leveraging AI to revolutionise our energy infrastructure, we can fast-track our net-zero goals. The explosion of the digital economy brings unique challenges and massive opportunities, solidifying Malaysia's position as a premier regional hub for green energy and sustainable technology. By bridging private sector innovation with government facilitation, we are translating green ambitions into actionable, investment-ready opportunities that will drive sustainable economic growth for both local and international investors."
"Renewable energy and intelligent energy storage are no longer future considerations. They are the fundamental pillars supporting economic resilience, digital expansion, and investment competitiveness today," said Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Chairman of Informa Markets Malaysia.
"In an increasingly complex global environment, energy diversification is vital for economic stability. Our collaboration with MIDA reflects a shared commitment to building a future-ready energy ecosystem capable of powering Malaysia's industrial transformation."
Organised by Informa Markets Malaysia and co-hosted by The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia (TEEAM), the joint powerhouse event is expected to draw more than 12,000 industry professionals from 60 countries and regions, alongside 1,000 companies and brands across seven exhibition halls. The event is officially endorsed by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI), with the Energy Commission of Sabah serving as a strategic partner.
A central highlight of the event is WATT'S NEXT, a flagship seminar and workshop designed to address Southeast Asia's evolving energy landscape through two strategic, interconnected pillars:
- Energy & AI: Addressing the high power demands of AI infrastructure (Energy for AI) and using machine learning to maximise grid efficiency (AI for Energy).
- Renewable Energy & BESS: Showcasing utility-scale battery storage and clean energy solutions critical for grid stability and peak load management.
As part of this high-level dialogue, MIDA will lead a dedicated session focusing on emerging growth sectors, public-private investment frameworks, and capital deployment opportunities within Malaysia's National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).
On the exhibition floor, global and regional market leaders will showcase the latest advancements in smart grids, EV infrastructure, and energy efficiency. Prominent participating brands include ABB, Eaton, Leoch Battery, Samaiden, Legrand, Fluke, ERS Energy, IEP, Smart Cable, and United ULi Corporation Berhad.
The event also welcomes global battery giant CATL as the Official Energy Transition & Intelligent Storage Partner, alongside key corporate sponsors including Hasilwan, Hithium, PEKAT Group Berhad, Icents Group Holdings Berhad, and Glocomp Systems.
To maximise industry participation, the event will launch the SPOT ENERtec Asia Campaign, a high-impact mix of Klang Valley outdoor advertising, targeted digital activations, and on-ground engagement. Registered trade visitors who interact with the campaign can redeem exclusive limited-edition merchandise during the exhibition.
ENERtec Asia 2026 is actively supported by the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) alongside influential industry bodies, including the Asia Pacific Urban Energy Association (APUEA), Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia (ACEM), Data Centre Industry Association (DCIA), Malaysia Association of Energy Service Companies (MAESCO), Malaysia Carbon Market Association (MCMA), Malaysian Photovoltaic and Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA), and Singapore Battery Consortium.
As Southeast Asia accelerates its transition toward decarbonisation, electrification, and digitalisation, ENERtec Asia remains a definitive strategic platform connecting policymakers, investors, technology providers, and industry leaders to shape the region's sustainable energy future.
Industry professionals, investors, and corporate decision-makers are encouraged to pre-register online to secure their access to the exhibition and high-level conference tracks. For more information and full event details, visit https://www.enertecasia.com/
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Notes to Editors
About ENERtec Asia
ENERtec Asia is ASEAN's leading energy technology exhibition, organised by Informa Markets and co-hosted by The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia (TEEAM). The event brings together solution providers, technology innovators, investors, and industry leaders to showcase next-generation energy solutions across renewable energy, grid modernisation, industrial energy efficiency, decarbonisation, and AI-enabled technologies. ENERtec Asia provides a platform for knowledge exchange, business development, and real-world deployment, accelerating sustainable and resilient energy transition across Southeast Asia. For more information, visit www.enertecasia.com.
About MIDA
The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the Government's principal investment promotion and development agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) to oversee and drive investments into the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, MIDA has 12 regional and 20 overseas offices. MIDA continues to be the strategic partner to businesses in seizing the opportunities arising from the technology revolution of this era. For more information, please visit www.mida.gov.my and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube channel.
About Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate, and grow. Our portfolio comprises more than 450 international B2B events and brands in markets including Healthcare C Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction C Real Estate, Fashion C Apparel, Hospitality, Food C Beverage, and Health C Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience, and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content, and actionable data solutions. For more information, visit www.informamarkets.com.
About Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is Malaysia's leading electricity utility and the largest publicly listed power company in Southeast Asia. Guided by its Energy Transition Plan and a commitment to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, TNB is advancing a "Grid of the Future" to support Malaysia's digital and low-carbon economy. Through the integration of large-scale renewable energy, smart grid technologies, and EV infrastructure, TNB continues to power national and regional growth while driving the synergy between energy and artificial intelligence. For more information, visit www.tnb.com.my.
Strategic collaboration positions Malaysia as a regional clean energy investment hub amid surging AI and data centre power demand
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As shifting geopolitical dynamics, regional supply chain realignments, and surging electricity demand reshape global trade, Malaysia is intensifying efforts to strengthen energy security and future-proof its economic growth through renewable energy (RE) and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
In a strategic move to address these evolving priorities, ENERtec Asia 2026, Southeast Asia's premier energy technology exhibition and conference, has announced a landmark collaboration with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA). This partnership underscores the pivotal role that clean energy and intelligent storage infrastructure play in anchoring Malaysia's rapidly expanding digital economy.
Co-located with The Energy Transition Conference (ETCon) by Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) under the unified theme "Energy & AI: The Synergy for Energy Transition," ENERtec Asia 2026 will take place from 3 to 5 June 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). The platform will explore how the convergence of artificial intelligence, RE, power grid and advanced storage technologies is reshaping industrial operations, infrastructure planning, and sustainable economic development across ASEAN.
As Malaysia continues to attract high-value investments in artificial intelligence (AI), hyperscale data centres, cloud computing, and advanced manufacturing, the strain on the national grid is set to rise sharply. Against this backdrop, renewable energy and battery storage are no longer viewed merely as sustainability goals but as critical economic infrastructure required to ensure grid reliability, operational continuity, and long-term industrial competitiveness.
MIDA's role as Strategic Partner reflects broader national efforts to strengthen Malaysia's clean energy investment ecosystem and accelerate diversification of the country's energy mix. The collaboration directly aligns with the country's aspirations to position itself as the preferred regional destination for next-generation energy technologies and sustainable industrial development.
Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, CEO of MIDA, said, "MIDA is thrilled to stand alongside ENERtec Asia 2026 as a strategic partner for the second time. This year's theme perfectly captures the trajectory of Malaysia's industrial transformation. By leveraging AI to revolutionise our energy infrastructure, we can fast-track our net-zero goals. The explosion of the digital economy brings unique challenges and massive opportunities, solidifying Malaysia's position as a premier regional hub for green energy and sustainable technology. By bridging private sector innovation with government facilitation, we are translating green ambitions into actionable, investment-ready opportunities that will drive sustainable economic growth for both local and international investors."
"Renewable energy and intelligent energy storage are no longer future considerations. They are the fundamental pillars supporting economic resilience, digital expansion, and investment competitiveness today," said Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Chairman of Informa Markets Malaysia.
"In an increasingly complex global environment, energy diversification is vital for economic stability. Our collaboration with MIDA reflects a shared commitment to building a future-ready energy ecosystem capable of powering Malaysia's industrial transformation."
Organised by Informa Markets Malaysia and co-hosted by The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia (TEEAM), the joint powerhouse event is expected to draw more than 12,000 industry professionals from 60 countries and regions, alongside 1,000 companies and brands across seven exhibition halls. The event is officially endorsed by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI), with the Energy Commission of Sabah serving as a strategic partner.
A central highlight of the event is WATT'S NEXT, a flagship seminar and workshop designed to address Southeast Asia's evolving energy landscape through two strategic, interconnected pillars:
- Energy & AI: Addressing the high power demands of AI infrastructure (Energy for AI) and using machine learning to maximise grid efficiency (AI for Energy).
- Renewable Energy & BESS: Showcasing utility-scale battery storage and clean energy solutions critical for grid stability and peak load management.
As part of this high-level dialogue, MIDA will lead a dedicated session focusing on emerging growth sectors, public-private investment frameworks, and capital deployment opportunities within Malaysia's National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).
On the exhibition floor, global and regional market leaders will showcase the latest advancements in smart grids, EV infrastructure, and energy efficiency. Prominent participating brands include ABB, Eaton, Leoch Battery, Samaiden, Legrand, Fluke, ERS Energy, IEP, Smart Cable, and United ULi Corporation Berhad.
The event also welcomes global battery giant CATL as the Official Energy Transition & Intelligent Storage Partner, alongside key corporate sponsors including Hasilwan, Hithium, PEKAT Group Berhad, Icents Group Holdings Berhad, and Glocomp Systems.
To maximise industry participation, the event will launch the SPOT ENERtec Asia Campaign, a high-impact mix of Klang Valley outdoor advertising, targeted digital activations, and on-ground engagement. Registered trade visitors who interact with the campaign can redeem exclusive limited-edition merchandise during the exhibition.
ENERtec Asia 2026 is actively supported by the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) alongside influential industry bodies, including the Asia Pacific Urban Energy Association (APUEA), Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia (ACEM), Data Centre Industry Association (DCIA), Malaysia Association of Energy Service Companies (MAESCO), Malaysia Carbon Market Association (MCMA), Malaysian Photovoltaic and Sustainable Energy Industry Association (MPSEA), and Singapore Battery Consortium.
As Southeast Asia accelerates its transition toward decarbonisation, electrification, and digitalisation, ENERtec Asia remains a definitive strategic platform connecting policymakers, investors, technology providers, and industry leaders to shape the region's sustainable energy future.
Industry professionals, investors, and corporate decision-makers are encouraged to pre-register online to secure their access to the exhibition and high-level conference tracks. For more information and full event details, visit https://www.enertecasia.com/
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About ENERtec Asia
ENERtec Asia is ASEAN's leading energy technology exhibition, organised by Informa Markets and co-hosted by The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia (TEEAM). The event brings together solution providers, technology innovators, investors, and industry leaders to showcase next-generation energy solutions across renewable energy, grid modernisation, industrial energy efficiency, decarbonisation, and AI-enabled technologies. ENERtec Asia provides a platform for knowledge exchange, business development, and real-world deployment, accelerating sustainable and resilient energy transition across Southeast Asia. For more information, visit www.enertecasia.com.
About MIDA
The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the Government's principal investment promotion and development agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) to oversee and drive investments into the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur Sentral, MIDA has 12 regional and 20 overseas offices. MIDA continues to be the strategic partner to businesses in seizing the opportunities arising from the technology revolution of this era. For more information, please visit www.mida.gov.my and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube channel.
About Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate, and grow. Our portfolio comprises more than 450 international B2B events and brands in markets including Healthcare C Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction C Real Estate, Fashion C Apparel, Hospitality, Food C Beverage, and Health C Nutrition, among others. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience, and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content, and actionable data solutions. For more information, visit www.informamarkets.com.
About Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) is Malaysia's leading electricity utility and the largest publicly listed power company in Southeast Asia. Guided by its Energy Transition Plan and a commitment to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050, TNB is advancing a "Grid of the Future" to support Malaysia's digital and low-carbon economy. Through the integration of large-scale renewable energy, smart grid technologies, and EV infrastructure, TNB continues to power national and regional growth while driving the synergy between energy and artificial intelligence. For more information, visit www.tnb.com.my.
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ENERtec Asia 2026 Partners with MIDA to Power Malaysia's Digital Economy via Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Innovation
