SEOUL, South Korea, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia today announced that it has won 'Sustainability Disruptor of the Year' at the 2025 Newsweek Auto Disruptor Awards, in recognition of the brand's three-year partnership with The Ocean Cleanup and its initiatives to remove legacy plastics from the world's oceans. This prestigious award highlights Kia's commitment to environmental sustainability and its ongoing support of The Ocean Cleanup's large-scale efforts to extract plastic from the ocean.
Since the launch of the partnership in 2022, Kia has played an integral role in The Ocean Cleanup's operations, contributing financial resources, technical expertise, and in-kind support, including logistical, mobility and research assistance, to accelerate the removal of plastic waste from the ocean. The collaboration has also led to tangible progress in developing a circular resource system for ocean plastic through innovations in recycling and its application in Kia accessories.
As Kia and The Ocean Cleanup mark three years of collaboration, the Newsweek 'Sustainability Disruptor of the Year' award – which celebrates the brands driving transformative change in the automotive industry – underscores the organizations' multiple achievements in environmental sustainability. To date, the partnership has contributed to the removal of over one million pounds of plastic from the world's largest accumulation of floating waste – the Great Pacific Garbage Patch – located between the west coast of the US and Hawaii, and covering an area three times the size of France.
Charles Ryu, Executive Vice President and Head of Kia's Global Brand & CX Division, said: "Over the past three years, our partnership with The Ocean Cleanup has had a real impact on the amount of plastic waste in our oceans. This collaboration continues to drive scalable and lasting solutions for cleaner waterways, reinforcing Kia's commitment to sustainability while strengthening our presence across The Ocean Cleanup's growing global footprint."
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Kia Named Newsweek Sustainability Disruptor of the Year After Three Years of Collaboration with The Ocean Cleanup
LOS ANGELES, May 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CASEKOO, the tech accessories brand redefining the space where function meets fashion, made a bold impact at the Hypebeast Flea Market in Beijing this past month. Fusing art, style, and urban culture, CASEKOO transformed its booth into a creative playground where technology became a canvas for personal expression. At the center of the activation was an interactive DIY customization station, where visitors became designers, creating their own art phone cases. Using the brand's signature Cushion series as a base, participants explored color palettes, textures, and visual elements to craft one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Each day, 10 standout designs were selected, and their creators received their customized phone cases as gifts—making the experience not only fun, but also meaningful.
When Street Art Meets Tech Canvas
Elevating the event's artistic energy, renowned art collective ABS Crew hosted a live creation session, using CASEKOO's clear Magic Stand cases as their canvas. With bold, expressive designs, they transformed everyday cases into funky iPhone masterpieces—blurring the line between street art and functionality, and turning tech accessories into captivating, wearable art.
The excitement continued when well-known rapper Bridge made a surprise appearance at the CASEKOO booth. A major figure in China's music and streetwear scenes, Bridge mingled with fans and showed his support for the brand. His fearless fashion and authentic charisma perfectly matched CASEKOO's bold identity and cultural edge.
The New Era of Wearable Expression
More than just a tech accessories brand, CASEKOO is a creative movement—redefining what a Magic Stand phone case can be. With a diverse range of cool phone cases and cool iPhone case designs, CASEKOO seamlessly blends functionality, protection, and style. The latest Pro version features full 360° rotation, offering unmatched flexibility to support your phone at any angle. Each product is a statement piece, empowering users to express their individuality with confidence.
CASEKOO's participation in the Hypebeast Flea was more than a product showcase—it was a celebration of community, creativity, and collaboration. Through partnerships with artists, musicians, and tastemakers, the brand continues to push boundaries and shape the future of fashion-tech culture.
To explore CASEKOO's latest collections and discover upcoming creative experiences, visit www.casekoo.com.
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CASEKOO Stuns at Hypebeast Flea with Creative DIY Experience and Funky Cultural Icons
