KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Starmax Fencing, Malaysia's premier provider of fencing equipment, is excited to announce an equipment sponsorship deal with Saif Nordin, one of Malaysia's most promising young athletes in the sport. This deal is a vital component of Starmax's mission to empower Malaysia's next generation of fencing talent by making quality equipment accessible to fencers at every level, from beginners to high-performance athletes.
"We recognise the importance of supporting young athletes as they pursue their sporting ambitions," said Mr Yap Yew Kong, Advisor to Starmax Fencing. "Parents of young fencers are increasingly looking for equipment that combines quality with affordability, and at Starmax, we are committed to offering products that will serve athletes throughout their career journeys. Our collaboration with Saif exemplifies this dedication as he embodies the passion and potential that Malaysian athletes bring to the global stage."
Starmax Fencing is celebrated as Malaysia's largest online fencing store, offering a full range of products for fencers of all ages and skill levels. With top-notch equipment and exceptional after-sales service, Starmax has quickly become the go-to resource for Malaysian fencers, recently supporting athletes at the SUKMA Games in Sarawak. This new partnership with Saif Nordin highlights Starmax's commitment to nurturing homegrown talent, investing in Malaysia's fencing community, and strengthening the nation's presence in international competitions.
"Starmax has a regional appeal. Malaysia is our hub in ASEAN and we have seen a growing trend of fencers purchasing online and picking up their new equipment when they participate in international tournaments or training camps in Malaysia," concluded Mr. Yap.
For Saif who recently won the bronze medal at the National Junior Championships, this partnership represents a significant boost to his ambitions. "I am honoured to have this sponsorship deal with Starmax Fencing," he said. "When I'm on the piste, I want to know I have the best equipment to support me. Thanks to Starmax, I can focus entirely on my performance, whether competing for my club, my state, or my country."
Through this collaboration, Starmax Fencing is reinforcing its support for Malaysia's sporting ambitions by making high-quality, accessible equipment a reality for emerging athletes. Working with talents like Saif, Starmax is setting the foundation for a stronger future for fencing in Malaysia, where young athletes can aspire to excel on the world stage.
This sponsorship comes on the back of a tie up with Foundation for Malaysian Sporting Excellence (SportExcel), which sees Saif as part of the SportExcel Dedicated Athletes Programme.
This equipment sponsorship deal follows a dynamic collaboration with News Hub Asia (NHA), a media partnership that ensures the 14-year-old fencer gets the media attention needed to highlight the journey of a young sportsperson. News Hub Asia will continue to provide extended coverage on the sporting careers of young athletes as they build a name for themselves on and off the sporting field.
For more information about Starmax Fencing's product offerings, please visit www.starmaxfencing.com.
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Starmax Fencing announces equipment sponsorship deal with Saif Nordin to champion young fencers in Malaysia
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XbotPark, a leading startup incubator specializing in robotics and smart hardware, debuted over 30 incubated startups and its supply chain platform at CES 2025. This milestone demonstrates its commitment to supporting hardware innovators, entrepreneurs and startups in realizing their idea from concept to commercialization.
"This marks the first time XbotPark has brought its esteemed incubatees together at CES to demonstrate their cutting-edge smart devices," stated Zexiang Li, founder of XbotPark and professor at HKUST. "XbotPark offers emerging entrepreneurs a full range of resources, including comprehensive mentorship program, robust supply chain solutions, funding and other support to help them thrive."
Embracing a Global Vision From the Beginning
At CES 2025, XbotPark presented a diverse portfolio of groundbreaking projects, reflecting its deep understanding of user needs and the seamless integration of smart technology into daily life. Highlights included:
A History of Success
Since its founding in 2014, XbotPark has successfully incubated over 80 companies, including six unicorns valued at $1 billion or more, such as NARWAL, HAI ROBOTICS, CiDi, EcoFlow.
"Historically, Chinese products prioritized the domestic market before global expansion. Today, our startups are designing products for global audience from the very beginning, incorporating a deep understanding of regional consumer needs," explained XbotPark founder, Professor Zexiang Li. He emphasized the significance of CES as a platform for startups: "While Narwal and EcoFlow were already well-known in China, CES played a crucial role in their global recognition. This year, we are empowering more startups to leverage CES to connect with customers, gain media exposure, and propel themselves to the forefront of their industries."
Removing Barriers to Turn Dreams into Reality
XbotPark has cultivated a robust ecosystem designed to empower early-stage entrepreneurs to overcome the key challenges of "product definition" and "mass production" in their entrepreneurial journeys.
Leveraging its network of bases across China, XbotPark offers mentorship programs to guide early-stage founders in developing user-oriented mindsets, refining product definitions, and strategizing development and prototyping.
In addition, XbotPark offers XCM (XbotPark Collaborative Manufacture), a one-stop manufacturing solution powered by a network of over 100 supply chain partners.
"XbotPark empowers startups to develop truly original products that often define entirely new categories, pushing the boundaries of technological complexity," said Professor Zexiang Li. "This commitment to innovation requires a robust support infrastructure, such as XCM, which helps startups overcome manufacturing hurdles. At CES 2025, we look forward to connecting with international partners who can benefit from these valuable resources."
XCM has empowered over 50 startups to ship a total of 260,000 units, maintaining a 100% on-time delivery rate for crowdfunded projects and significantly accelerating their product development cycles.
For example, LiberLive's success exemplifies how XCM can help startups scale rapidly. By utilizing XCM's resources, LiberLive rapidly scaled production from a few hundred to tens of thousands of units, capturing a key market opportunity.
XbotPark's presence at CES 2025 exemplifies its commitment to removing barriers and turning dreams into reality for hardware innovators worldwide. By providing comprehensive support and a global platform, XbotPark is empowering the next generation of technology leaders.
XbotPark at CES 2025:
XbotPark and its incubator companies are located at:
Venetian Expo, Hall G – 63518
The XbotPark Collaborative Manufacture (XCM) exhibit is located at:
LVCC, South Hall 3 – 41026
About XbotPark
Since its founding in 2014, XbotPark has been a global force in incubating robotics and smart hardware startups. With a proven track record of incubating over 80 companies—including six unicorns such as NARWAL, HAI ROBOTICS, CiDi, and EcoFlow—XbotPark provides the resources and guidance startups need to scale from concept to mass production.
Learn more: XbotPark.com.
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XbotPark Showcases Over 30 Incubated Hardware Startups at CES 2025
