Scage International Limited and Finnovate Acquisition Corp. Announce Closing of Business Combination and Listing on Nasdaq

•  The ADSs of Scage Future (“Scage”), the combined company following the Business Combination, will begin trading on the Nasdaq on June 30, 2025, under the ticker symbol “SCAG.”

BEIJING, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Scage International Limited (“Scage International” or the “Company”), a zero-emission solution provider of new energy heavy-duty commercial vehicles and e-fuel solutions, and Finnovate Acquisition Corp (“Finnovate”) (OTC: FNVTF), a special purpose acquisition company, today announced the completion of their previously announced business combination (the “Business Combination”). The American depositary shares (“ADSs”) of the combined company, Scage Future, will commence trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq”) under the ticker symbol “SCAG” on June 30, 2025. The Business Combination was approved by Finnovate’s shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders, and all remaining closing conditions of the Business Combination were satisfied or waived among the parties.

Chao Gao, Founder, CEO and Chairman of Scage International, said, “Today marks a pivotal milestone in our journey to decarbonize global commercial transportation. Becoming a Nasdaq-listed company provides us with enhanced visibility and access to capital, which will allow Scage Future to accelerate the commercialization of our next-generation hybrid, battery-electric and hydrogen-fuel-cell trucks as well as our proprietary e-fuel technologies. We are grateful to the Finnovate team for their partnership and to our employees, customers and investors for their steadfast support. This transaction positions us to execute our ambitious growth strategy. We plan to expand our production capacity, invest in hydrogen infrastructure and broaden our global footprint across China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East, while laying the groundwork for entry into North America. With a robust order pipeline and an expanding portfolio of zero-emission solutions, we look forward to delivering long-term value to shareholders.”

Calvin Kung, CEO and Chairman of Finnovate, said, “I thank our advisors and consultants, whose tireless efforts and professionalism helped guide this transaction to completion. Their dedication was instrumental in getting us across the finish line.”

Advisors 

Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP, Grandway Law Offices and Ogier served as legal advisors to Finnovate. 

Baker & McKenzie LLP, Jingtian & Gongcheng and Ogier served as legal advisors to Scage International.

About Scage International

Scage International is a leading zero-emission technology provider in China, dedicated to decarbonizing global commercial transportation through its portfolio of advanced heavy-duty NEV trucks and innovative e-fuel systems. Through strategic partnerships with top-tier vehicle manufacturers and a strong quality control framework, the Company delivers intelligent, high-performance NEVs addressing the transport needs across logistics, mining and port operations.

The Company has a proven track record in the design, production, and testing of next-generation heavy-duty NEVs, including the Dragon II plug-in hybrid dump truck, Galaxy II plug-in hybrid truck, and Q-Truck autonomous tractor trailer. With its forward-looking approach to clean energy and mobility, Scage is driving the shift toward a more sustainable future in heavy commercial transport.

About Finnovate Acquisition Corp.
Finnovate Acquisition Corp. (OTC: FNVTF) is a blank check company incorporated in the Cayman Islands with the purpose of acquiring one and more businesses and assets, via a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, and reorganization.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Scage

Investor Relations

Email: scageIR@scagefd.com

Finnovate Acquisition Corp

Calvin Kung

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