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Belden Opens New Customer Innovation Center in Bengaluru, India

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India opening marks the fifth Customer Innovation Center globally and the second in the AsiaPacific region

Bengaluru, India – January 10, 2024 – Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, today inaugurated its fifth Customer Innovation Center (CIC) in Bengaluru, India. The new CIC will serve as a strategic hub for co-innovation, bringing together customers, partners and Belden expertsdevelop, test and validate industry-leading solutions that address the unique challenges of today’s digital world. The centerfocus on key business goals suchas innovation, customization, digitization and providing a space where solutions can be crafted andvalidated onsite to simulate real-world challenges.

Following the successful launch of CICs in Stuttgart, Germany; Santa Clara, California; Shanghai, China;and Chicago, Illinois, the Bengaluru CIC marks another significant stride in Belden’s commitmentsupporting customers in their digital journey. The CICs address our customers acros sustrial and enterprise markets with network and data solutions that deliver automation and smart infrastructure. In addition, the company’s substantial investments in manufacturing and engineering underscore a strong dedication quality and innovation in India, reinforcing Belden’s position as a leader in advancing cutting-edge solutions for a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Speaking the announcement and launch, Dr. Ashish Chand, President, and CEO said, “India standsas a rapidly expanding market, andsignificance for Belden is paramount. We are exciexpandour Customer Innovation Center network withlaunch of our Bengaluru facility. It will play a pivotal role in addressing the evolving market of automation and smart infrastructureIndia. This center in Bengaluru reflects Belden’s dedication to investing in solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers in India”

Belden’s Customer Innovation Center, known for its vendor-agnostic approach, has the primary goal of accelerating the design and implementation of robust,able, and secure networks that provide the necessary data and insights for making informed and ctive business decisions. It focuses on four main pillars – technical consulting, services and support, education and events, and project management- that transform ideas into solutions.

The launch of the Bengaluru Customer Innovation Center marks another significant step in Belden’sglobal expansion strategy. The company eagerly looks forward to welcoming customers, partners and industry leaders to explore co-innovation possibilities and collaborative solution development at the Bengaluru CIC.

For more information about Belden and its Customer Innovation Center, please visithttps://www.belden.com/

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LEVI’S® EXPANDS RETAIL FOOTPRINT IN ASIA, ANNOUNCES OPENING OF REGION’S LARGEST STORE IN BENGALURU, INDIA

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Global apparel brand Levi’s® continues its expansion strategy in Asia with the opening of its latest store on Brigade Road in Bengaluru, India.

Bangalore, March 30, 2023 – Iconic denim and lifestyle brand Levi’s today announced the launch of its largest store in Asia. Situated in Bengaluru’s bustling shopping hub of Brigade Road, the store advances Levi’s® direct-to-consumer strategy and expansion focus in Asia. With this store, Levi’s® continues to elevate brand experience to consumers through digital innovation, unique shopper experiences and an unmatched product assortment that is catered to the local consumer.

Spread over a total retail space of 7521 square feet, the Levi’s® Brigade Road store features the brand’s cutting-edge NextGen store format and retails some of its most beloved products – from its iconic 501,which celebrates its 150th anniversary this year, to its classic Trucker jackets. The store will also showcase the newest range of fits for both men and women, more relaxed silhouettes in line with latest trends, and premium collections and collaborations.

At the heart of the store is the Levi’s® Tailor Shop helmed by skilled tailoring professionals, which seeks to give consumers an opportunity to personalize their purchases especially with self- expression being key for today’s consumers. In addition to tapping on expert alteration and restoration services, customers can further customize their Levi’s® apparel through embroidery. patches, pins, and more. From reinventing existing jeans to elevating a newly-purchased pair, the Tailor Shop unlocks a spectrum of personalization for Levi’s® customers looking for unique pieces tailored to their taste and expression.

“With consumer behaviour shifting in the ever-changing retail landscape, we at Levi’s® continue to prioritize how we deliver our iconic products and an impactful brand experience, especially to our growing base of young, savvy consumers in India and across Asia. With this year marking the 170th anniversary of Levi Strauss & Co., the Brigade Road store our largest in Asia – aims to be a premium one-stop shop in one of the region’s most vibrant cities. It will allow us to engage with Levi’s® fans who are looking to create a style statement and connect with one of the most well-loved apparel brands in the world,” said Amisha Jain, Managing Director & SVP, South Asia, Middle East & Africa at Levi Strauss & Co. “India, in particular, is a priority growth market for Levi Strauss & Co. “As we look to scale up our investments in Asia, the opening of the Brigade Road store signifies our commitment towards offering quality and innovation in the latest fashion to consumers in both India and the wider Asia region.”

The Brigade Road store in Bengaluru is yet another step in Levi’s® inroads within Asia, and marks another milestone in the brand’s strategy of diversifying its business across geographies, apparel categories and distribution channels. It brings the brand closer to its goal of making its stores premium destinations around the world by delivering premium shopping experiences to its customers across the globe.

For the store’s launch weekend, Levi’s” worked with artists Sachin Bhatt, Osheen Siva, The Doodle Mafia and public art collective, The Aravani Project to create artworks that showcase the city from past, present, and future perspectives. Delving into the city’s evolution, the artworks blend vintage and futuristic elements to capture the local culture and subtleties of the city. These designs can be customized onto Levi’s® trucker jackets & t-shirts at the store.

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