Weichai Power: Net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent increased by 50%

August 23, 2024
HONG KONG, Aug 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On 22 August 2024, Weichai Power (000338.SZ; 2338.HK) released its semi-annual report. According to the announcement, in the first half of 2024, Weichai Power achieved income of RMB 112.49 billion, a year-on-year increase of 6.0%; net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent was RMB 5.90 billion, a year-on-year increase of 51.4%; and net profit attributable to shareholders of the parent after deducting non-recurring profit and loss was RMB 5.48 billion, a year-on-year increase of 51.8%. At the same time, the Company announced its interim dividend payout plan for 2024, with a cash dividend ratio increased to 55%.Power System: Empowering and expanding product advantages with technology, steadily increasing market shareWeichai Power insisted on independent innovation, continuously accelerated the commercialization of scientific and technological achievements, and promoted the expansion of differentiated product advantages. It has launched the world's first diesel engine with body thermal efficiency of 53.09%, setting a new world record for four consecutive times; and launched a new generation of LNG engines, with overall improvements in power, reliability, economy, and comfort. In the first half of 2024, total engine sales volume of Weichai Power was approximately 400 thousand, representing a year-on-year increase of 9.8%. Among them, sales volume of heavy-duty truck engines reached approximately 161 thousand units, with a market share of 40.5%; market share of LNG heavy-duty truck engines reached 63.1%; and market share of 6x4 tractor-trailer engines with 500 horsepower and above reached 44.6%. Besides, the sales volume of M series engines of the Company reached approximately 3,600 units, and the product structure continued to improve, with overseas revenue accounting for 75.6%.Heavy-duty truck: Continued breakthroughs in segment markets, significant improvement in operational quality.Benefiting from the recovery of domestic demand and the gradual manifestation of China's heavy-duty truck export competitiveness, the heavy-duty truck industry has shown a trend of recovery. Shaanxi Heavy-duty Automobile continuously improves its product market competitiveness, with a focus on breaking through advantageous segment markets, achieving improvements in both production and sales scale and operational efficiency. In the first half of 2024, Shaanxi Heavy-duty Automobile sold approximately 63 thousand heavy-duty trucks, a year-on-year increase of 3.6%. Among them, sales volume of LNG heavy-duty trucks reached approximately 17 thousand units, an increase of 134.3% year-on-year; sales volume of new energy heavy-duty trucks reached 2,840 units, a year-on-year increase of more than doubling. At the same time, Shaanxi Heavy-duty Automobile has deeply explored the potential of overseas markets, with export volume of heavy-duty trucks reaching approximately 30 thousand units, a year-on-year increase of 15%, realizing the highest level in the same period in history.Agricultural equipment: Actively responding to the rural revitalization strategy, leading the industry's high-end transformation.Weichai Lovol Intelligent Agriculture focused on building three core capabilities of "smart agricultural machinery, precision agriculture, and digital agricultural services", actively promoted product transformation and upgrading, and leads China's agricultural machinery industry towards high end with its own high-quality development. In the first half of 2024, Weichai Lovol Intelligent Agriculture sold approximately 77 thousand units of various types of agricultural machinery, a year-on-year increase of 17.5%; the achievements of large-scale and high-end transformation were highlighted, with the proportion of tractors above 100 horsepower increasing by 8 percentage points year on year and the proportion of tractors above 200 horsepower increasing by 3 percentage points year on year. Weichai Lovol Intelligent Agriculture achieved revenue of approximately RMB 9.8 billion, a year-on-year increase of 28.1%, reaching the best level in the same period in history; achieved a net profit of approximately RMB 560 million, a year-on-year increase of 34.8%.Intelligent logistics: Revenue reaching a new historical high, significant increase in profitability.In the first half of 2024, Weichai Power's holding subsidiary, KION Group, achieved revenue of approximately EUR 5.74 billion, a year-on-year increase of 2%, reaching a new high in the same period in history. Among them, the forklift business achieved revenue of approximately EUR 4.31 billion, and the supply chain solutions business achieved revenue of approximately EUR 1.45 billion. Benefiting from improved operating quality and increased operational efficiency, KION Group's profitability continues to strengthen. In the first half of 2024, it achieved a net profit of approximately EUR 180 million, a year-on-year increase of 24.1%; the adjusted EBIT margin was approximately 7.8%, representing an increase of 1.6 percentage points year on year. Based on the strong development momentum in the first half of the year, KION Group has further confirmed its full-year performance outlook, defining its continued growth and positive operating expectations.In future, the Company will continue to seize the opportunities brought by the new quality productive forces and the transition from old to new drivers of growth, focus on value creation, reform deepening, layout optimization, and technological innovation, firmly promote in-depth reforms, strengthen development quality, reinforce development vitality and boost growth momentum. Changing gears and speed up to enhance growth force and gathering strength to promote development, the Company is accelerating to build a world-class company. 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InfoComm India 2024: The Largest Edition of the Pro AV Exhibition to Date ACN Newswire

InfoComm India 2024: The Largest Edition of the Pro AV Exhibition to Date

August 23, 2024
MUMBAI, INDIA, Aug 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - InfoComm India, India’s foremost professional audiovisual (Pro AV) exhibition, is set to return to Mumbai from 3-5 September 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC). This year, InfoComm India 2024 expands beyond Pavilions 1 to 3 at JWCC, incorporating Jasmine Hall (at Level 3) for an even larger showcase of innovative solutions. It will showcase over 250 brands from more than 10 countries, including 35 first-time exhibitors. Registration is now open for professionals and businesses looking to deepen their Pro AV expertise.InfoComm India 2024, 3-5 September 2024, Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai | Attend over 48 free summit sessions, across 14 tracks, featuring insights from more than 50 industry leaders.Visitors can discover a plethora of solutions ranging from the latest in digital signage, to intelligent video conference systems, from artificial intelligence (AI) in LED virtual production to naked eye 3D displays, smart classroom solutions, interactive immersive projection mapping and more catering to a wide range of sectors such as education, finance, live events, urban development & smart cities. The exhibition will showcase top-tier products and innovations from renowned global brands and emerging industry players, including AERO, BENQ, Crestron, Harman, QSYS, Barco, AET, Samsung, and PeopleLink, along with WACOM, DVSI, Neotouch, Yotech Infocom, Onfinity Technologies and 30 more who are exhibiting for the first time at InfoComm India.With an expanded show floor space at Jasmine Hall, visitors can look forward to even more innovators in the Pro AV and technology space including TOYO, 4 Squares Corporation, Altex, Black Box and Wah Lee to name a few. AVIXA will also be making its presence felt at Jasmine Hall with interactive and knowledge-packed seminars hosted at its booth throughout the three days.InfoComm India 2024 expands beyond Pavilions 1 to 3 at JWCC, incorporating Jasmine Hall (at Level 3) for an even larger showcase of innovative solutions.The 2024 InfoComm India Summit will offer over 48 free-to-attend seminars across 14 specialized tracks led by over 50 industry leaders as speakers. A glimpse of the exciting lineup of sessions includes a kick-off overview “Navigating New Horizons: Insights and Innovations Shaping India’s Pro AV Landscape” led by David Labuskes, CTS, CAE, RCDD, Executive Director and CEO, AVIXA , ‘Live Events & Experiential Planning’ exploring Pro AV application for live events, as well as industry-focused sessions dedicated to smart cities, hospitality, and education sectors like "Future of Learning Spaces", “Securing the Future: Cybersecurity Strategies, Economics, and Risk Management”, Digital Signage in the AI-age which explores real-world strategies using AI, VR, and digital platforms for immersive experiences."India's digital transformation is truly inspiring," said June Ko, Executive Director of InfoComm India. "We see a vibrant energy and a thirst for innovation across the country. InfoComm India 2024 is our way of bringing together the brilliant minds and passionate hearts that are shaping this new era of technology in India. We envision InfoComm India as the premier destination for the Pro AV community to exchange ideas, foster partnerships, and collectively drive the industry forward.”Connection is at the heart of InfoComm India 2024. A host of networking opportunities are designed to connect attendees with industry experts, thought leaders, and peers. They include the Breakfast Networking Hour at Luminary Lounge (Jasmine Hall) on 2 and 3 September, 9.30am to 10.00am; Flashtrack seminars and networking events at AVIXA booth; daily New Technology and Products Show Floor Tours and more.InfoComm India 2024 will showcase over 250 brands, with 35 first-time exhibitors.For full details on exhibitors, products, summit agenda, registration, and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.infocomm-india.comTo access more press information of InfoComm India 2024, please visit: Digital Press Office KitFor more information, please contact:Rest of the WorldAngieEngMarketing DirectorInfoCommAsiaPteLtdangieeng@infocommasia.comIndiaSooraj DhawanDirectorFalcon Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd.sooraj@falconfirst.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Hitachi: New grid technology to rid the world of the most potent greenhouse gas JCN Newswire

Hitachi: New grid technology to rid the world of the most potent greenhouse gas

August 23, 2024
ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, Aug 23, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader, is launching a new technology that will tackle emissions of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), 80 percent of which come from the power sector.Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) is widely used in switchgear, the critical components protecting our power grids anddelivering the energy transition in a time of extraordinary grid expansion. It is 24,300 times more climate-hostile than CO2 and remains in the atmosphere for over a thousand years – much longer than CO2, which lasts less than 200years. Overall, it makes up 220 million tons of CO2 equivalent or 0.6 percent of global emissions. To put it intoperspective, this exceeds the equivalent of 50 typical coal power plants.While high industry standards mean that leaks are minor and accidental releases of SF6 rare, private stakeholders and regulators alike are reluctant to continue using SF6, a gas they see as a significant environmental threat and liability.To help the power sector tackle this huge problem, Hitachi Energy has launched the world's highest voltage SF6-freeswitchgear – the EconiQTM 550 kV circuit breaker that can be used in gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) or dead tankbreakers (DTB) and the EconiQ 420 kV Live Tank Breaker (LTA).This equipment will replace SF6 switchgear around the world, including in China, which is the source of 57 percent of the global SF6 emissions. Each new 550 kV GIS substation using EconiQ eliminates the carbon equivalent of 170 fully booked jumbo jets flying from Paris to New York while retaining the size, performance, and reliability levels oftraditional switchgear.Markus Heimbach, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of the High Voltage Products business unit at Hitachi Energy said: "It's hard to overstate the critical role that this little-known gas plays in keeping the lights on – it has been as central to building our modern world as steel and concrete.""This makes SF6 exceptionally challenging to phase out. The industry can only overcome the dual challenges of strict SF6 regulations and rising transmission demands with solutions that eliminate this gas without sacrificing size or performance. Our new EconiQ technology is the first to meet this critical need. Hitachi Energy is the first to have come up with sustainable products for this voltage level, where the largest portion of SF6 is used.”"As the world shifts to a sustainable energy future, so must power systems. With switchgear typically in service for 40years, it's important to act fast, as decisions taken today will determine the success of Net Zero in 2050."As the industry's only SF6-free solution for these voltage ratings, Hitachi Energy's new offerings maintain the samefootprint, dimensions, compatibility, lifespan, safety, reliability, and efficiency as traditional SF6 equipment. This allowsutilities and operators to plan SF6 phaseout roadmaps, enabling them to swap components, retrofit or replace oldswitchgear and install new ones with no new construction requirements, and with only minor technical changes and minor new training needs.Around 1,300 tons of SF6 is used in the UK's network of substations alone, with more than 10,000 tons used in the European Union. This leaves power grid operators to focus on two pressing challenges: delivering the energy transition and addressing climate change. The former demands a rapid expansion of grid infrastructure like switchgear, while the latter necessitates an urgent phaseout of SF6.The European Union has already implemented a strict phaseout and banned SF6 in medium and high-voltage switchgear by 2030 and 2032, respectively. The UK and USA are preparing similar regulations.SF6-free switchgear in actionBoth new EconiQ products have pilot orders confirmed and form part of ambitious climate commitments from utilities, demonstrating the need for SF6-free products at this voltage.TenneT, the Dutch-German transmission system operator responsible for over 25,000 km of high-voltage lines and cables, has placed an order for Hitachi Energy's new EconiQ 420 kV LTA. TenneT plans to use the new infrastructureto support its ambition of reducing grid losses, along with the climate impact of its own operations.SSEN Transmission, one of Europe’s fastest growing network businesses with ambitious plans to invest £20 billion inthe north of Scotland electricity transmission network to support UK and Scottish energy security and clean powertargets, has placed an order for the new generation EconiQ 420 kV LTA. The new order supports the company's strategy to no longer install equipment containing SF6 wherever viable. These are part of the company’s wider decarbonization ambitions, having been the world’s first transmission network accredited by the Science Based Target initiative for its carbon reduction targets, which are consistent with Net Zero pathways.Rob McDonald, Managing Director of SSEN Transmission, said: “We are delighted to collaborate with Hitachi Energyand order some of the world's first SF6-free 420 kV AIS circuit breakers, which is a testament to our position as a leader in the adoption of SF6 alternatives. The use of the technology is a key enabler to ensure we meet our ambitious grid expansions plans for 2030 and beyond, as well as our science-based carbon reduction target. The equipment will be used for a substation upgrade project in the north of Scotland which will reinforce the local network and allow for the connection of several onshore wind farms, contributing to UK Net Zero targets."In North America, where the 550 kV voltage is common, two customers have also placed orders for the new EconiQ 550 kV DTB, Hydro One and Wesco.Hydro One Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, is Ontario's largest electricity transmission anddistribution provider with approximately 1.5 million valued customers,approximately $32.8 billion in assets as of December 31, 2023, and annual revenues in 2023 of approximately $7.8 billion. Hydro One expects this partnership to contribute to its climate change mitigation initiatives to achieve net-zero GHG emissions by 2050.Wesco is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and has remained committed to powering progress around the world since the rise of electrification in the early 1900s to the digital revolution of today, delivering ingenuity and expertise to approximately 150,000 customers worldwide. The EconiQ eco-efficient 550 kV dead tank breaker will enable Wesco to fulfill its customers ambitious sustainability goals for 2030 and beyond.Jim Cameron, Wesco’s Executive Vice President and General Manager of its Utility and Broadband Solutions business unit, emphasized Wesco’s dual commitment to sustainability. He stated, “We are dedicated to minimizing the environmental impact of our operations and assisting our customers in achieving their sustainability goals. Thegroundbreaking technology of Hitachi Energy’s EconiQ 550 breaker, which reduces SF6 emissions, aligns perfectly with our corporate sustainability charter. We are proud to be part of the first installation in North America.”About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are advancing the world’s energy system to be more sustainable, flexible and secure and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future – for today’s generations and those to come. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries, serving customers in utility, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors. With innovative technologies and services including the integration of more than 150 gigawatts of HVDC links into the power system, we help make the energy value chain more efficient, making electricity more accessible to all. Together with stakeholders across sectors and geographies, we enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of around $13 billion USD.www.hitachienergy.com www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://twitter.com/HitachiEnergyAbout Hitachi, Ltd.Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products. Hitachi operates under the 3 business sectors of "Digital Systems & Services" – supporting our customers' digital transformation; "Green Energy & Mobility" – contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railwaysystems, and "Connective Industries" – connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in variousindustries. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with our customers. The company's revenues as 3 sectors for fiscal year 2023 (ended March 31, 2024) totaled 8,564.3 billion yen, with 573 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 270,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at www.hitachi.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Web3 with Tobi & Brent to Host Exclusive Networking Event and AfterParty During Token2049 Singapore ACN Newswire

Web3 with Tobi & Brent to Host Exclusive Networking Event and AfterParty During Token2049 Singapore

August 23, 2024
Summary: Coinciding with F1 week and TOKEN2049 at the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, this edition of the global event series “Web3 with Tobi & Brent” will serve as a hub for the Web3 community, facilitating connections and idea exchanges among industry leaders and developers.The event will feature a headline set by renowned DJ Dillon Francis, with artists Jade Rasif, Nicole Chen, and CeVie joining the lineup to offer unparalleled entertainment alongside networking opportunities at the iconic MARQUEE Nightclub. Co-hosted by prominent Web3 entities such as 280 Capital, Biptap, Cytonic, BitcoinOS and TBV, and supported by key partners like Limewire, Altcoin Daily, ZkPass, Ripple, 10X Capital, yourPRstrategist (YPRS), XDC Plug and Play, FOMO Ventures, ShibaDino, KINO, LBank, and Bitrue, the event will attract significant industry figures and offer unique insights into the Web3 ecosystem.SINGAPORE, Aug 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - "Web3 with Tobi & Brent," a premier event series in the Web3 community, is set to host a renowned networking event and afterparty on September 17, 2024, at MARQUEE, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Coinciding with the TOKEN2049 conference, the event is strategically delivering high-value networking with the signature “Web3 with Tobi & Brent” party experience. Entrepreneurs, investors, developers and industry KOLs are set to come together for a night to be remembered.The event begins at 9PM with a networking session, followed by an afterparty at the MARQUEE Nightclub from 10:00 PM until late. Following a lineup of incredible artists including CeVie, Jade Rasif and Nicole Chen, guests can look forward to a headlining performance by the internationally acclaimed DJ, Dillon Francis. Known not only for his electrifying beats but also for his comedic humor, Dillon has secured his place as a crowd favorite having performed at some of the world’s biggest music festivals, including Coachella, Tomorrowland, and EDC. The combination of top-tier attendees, entertainment, and service promise an exceptional experience that will make it an unforgettable night.The event is co-hosted by 280 Capital, a leading Web3 venture arm with $2 billion in assets under management; Biptap, the first decentralized, non-custody multichain crypto debit card and payment offramp solution; Cytonic, the world‘s first Multi-Virtual-Machine Blockchain, combining Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana in a single chain; BitcoinOS, the Bitcoin Superchain with interoperable rollups with near trustless rails for BTC & Bitcoin-native assets; and TBV, an early-stage Web3 venture capital fund investing in top-tier projects globally. Supporting partners include ZkPass, LimeWire, 10X Capital, Bitrue, KINO, Ripple,, LBank, ShibaDino, FOMO Ventures, Altcoin Daily, XDC powered by Plug and Play, BoomFi, Hivello, Freename, Aquanow, FunFair Ventures, Petastic, Morningstar Ventures, KXVC and Founders Launchpad.“Web3 with Tobi & Brent” is also supported by prominent players in Web3 PR and media such as yourPRstrategist (YPRS), Cointelegraph, Cryptopolitan, CoinsCapture, Coinstelegram, Luna PR, MediaX Agency, and European Kid as well as community partners like Association Blockchain Asia, Cryptocurrency PH, Unity Labs, Arts DAO, and Crypto World Community and CryptoMondays Lisbon, which further amplify its reach. With its extensive network and high-profile partnerships, the event stands out as a key highlight of TOKEN2049, attracting industry insiders and enthusiasts alike.Due to the high demand and limited capacity guests are advised to arrive early, with doors opening at 9:00PM, to ensure entry.For more information and to register, visit: https://lu.ma/web3tobiandbrenttoken2049SG For the latest updates, join the Telegram group: https://t.me/+5KzXYg2cridmOGRlAbout Web3 with Tobi & BrentWeb3 with Tobi & Brent is a premier event series in the Web3 community, bringing together key industry figures for networking and collaboration. With a focus on fostering connections and sharing insights, these events serve as a hub for innovation and growth in the blockchain space.Company URL: https://linktr.ee/tobiandbrentContact: skye@tbv.xyzPR Contact: pr@yourPRstrategist.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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2nd ASEAN Battery Technology Conference Announces New Collaborations and Expansion to Strengthen Southeast Asia Battery Ecosystem ACN Newswire

2nd ASEAN Battery Technology Conference Announces New Collaborations and Expansion to Strengthen Southeast Asia Battery Ecosystem

August 23, 2024
SINGAPORE, Aug 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 2nd ASEAN Battery Technology Conference (ABTC) returned and strengthened the commitment to develop a close knitted battery development ecosystem among the Southeast Asian countries. Hosted in Singapore this year by the Singapore Battery Consortium at Singapore at the Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa between 21st and 23rd August 2024.The conference is also jointly organised by the alliance of leading battery associations in the region - the Thailand Energy Storage Technology Association, the National Battery Research Institute, the National Center for Sustainable Transportation Technology, NanoMalaysia, and the Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines.Dr. Pimpa Limthongkul, Co-Chairman of ABTC and President of the Thailand Energy Storage Technology Association, said, "This year we are excited to see the expansion of what we have achieved since we last gathered together last year in Bali. Our alliance has grown from three to now six battery associations in Southeast Asia and we will continue to grow in strength. Witnessing the collaborations between the battery associations, private sector and academia is a celebration of how we are moving forward together to drive innovation for a more connected and eco-friendly future in the region.”On the second day of the conference, over 250 participants and the six leading battery associations in Southeast Asia witnessed the signing of three new Memorandums of Understanding or MoUs that will further the development of batteries in the region. From L to R: Prof. Nonglak Meethong (Professor, Khon Kaen University), Mr. Larry Poon (Business Development Manager, INV CORPORATION PTE. LTD.), Dr. Rezal Khairi Bin Ahmad (CEO, NanoMalaysia Berhad), Mr. Bryan Oh (CEO, NEU Battery Materials Pte Ltd) Mr. Freddie Kim (Managing Director, SAMSUNG SDI SOUTHEAST ASIA), Dr. Sing Yang Chiam, Technical Director Singapore Battery Consortium.Three Memorandums of UnderstandingGigafactory Malaysia (GMSB) and NEU Battery Materials (NEU) to Collaborate on Lithium Battery Recycling DevelopmentThe collaboration will focus on developing “Gigafactory” level operations and manufacturing of innovative battery technologies incorporating nanomaterials for mobility and stationary applications. This collaboration is the progression of the Memorandum of Understanding (“Memorandum”) signed in Bali, Indonesia at the 2023 ASEAN Battery and Electric Vehicle Technology Conference (ABEVTC) to promote cross-country collaboration within ASEAN on battery technology.Singapore-based, NEU, who are specialists in LFP battery recycling will ensure a steady supply of recycled battery material, like lithium carbonate and other metals are made available to GMSB’s Hydrogen-Electric-Vehicle-Battery (HEBATT) Centre for performance testing. GMSB is a subsidiary of NanoMalaysia.The testing of the recycled material is to ensure their viability and sustainability within the Malaysia battery ecosystem, which would expand to localised development of a lithium battery recycling ecosystem for the ASEAN region. NEU and GMSB will facilitate this supply and development based on spent battery material being used in an end-to-end ecosystem.This will also pave the way for the exploration of a joint-development programme for improved recycling efficiency between these two companies.Gigafactory Malaysia Sdn Bhd (GMSB) and Khon Khean University (KKU) to Collaborate on Manufacturing of Cells Developed by GMSBGMSB’s and KKU’s collaboration will leverage their joint expertise and resources, with KKU acting as the outsourced manufacturer for batteries developed by GMSB. The collaboration will also provide knowledge sharing in battery testing and certification that will lead to productivity advancements at GMSB's Hydrogen-Electric-Vehicle-Battery (HEBATT) Centre in Malaysia.This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is an extension of an agreement signed at the 2023 ASEAN Battery and Electric Vehicle Technology Conference (ABEVTC) in Bali, which involved key organisations from Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines.Aligned with the ASEAN Battery Network's mission, this MoU aims to strengthen battery technology development within ASEAN.Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), Singapore and INV Corporation to collaborate on Joint Research to Develop Hybrid Battery SeparatorsA Research Collaborative Agreement will be signed between the Institute of Materials Research and Engineering in Singapore and INV to develop the next generation hybrid battery separators, which will address the challenges of safety faced by current rechargeable batteries.This collaboration seeks to play on the strengths and IPs in solid state batteries developed in Singapore. INV is headquartered in Singapore and is the largest battery separator film manufacturer in the world. Its production plants are in Sweden and Malaysia.Samsung SDI Southeast Asia ExpansionSamsung SDI, Korean high performance battery manufacturer began production in Southeast Asia with its first facility in Malaysia in 1992 and built a second plant in Vietnam in 2010. It will also open a second plant in Malaysia in 2025.To better support its customers in the region, it recently opened two sales offices in Vietnam and Singapore, with Singapore as the region sales headquarters for South East Asia.It is also planning to open new sales offices in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Philippines.Samsung SDI’s core battery product in Southeast Asia is the “Prime Battery for Maximum Experience” or PRiMX for short. PRiMX batteries are high on performance, reliability and safety using high nickel (low cobalt) cathode and silicon anode.As the company's vision, expect to make the world greener and sustainable through innovative technology.Hosting of the ABTC is rotated among the co-organisers. In 2025, TESTA will host the ABTC in Thailand.For more information on the programme agenda, please visit our official site: https://reg.eventnook.com/event/ABTC2024/homeThe conference's anchor sponsor is Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS), with the gala dinner sponsored by INV Corporation Pte Ltd.Gold sponsors include Amphenol Communications Solutions, Quantel Pte Ltd, Infineon Technologies Asia Pacific Pte Ltd, and Gotion Singapore Pte Ltd, while silver sponsors are Concord New Energy Group Limited, Kewell Technology Co.,Ltd., Metrohm Singapore Pte Ltd, TME Systems Pte Ltd.Additional sponsors include Samsung SDI Southeast Asia Pte. Ltd, Siemens Industry Software Pte Ltd, UL Standards & Engagement, and NEWARE Technology Limited. Publicity partners are the EV Association of Singapore, EV Association of Malaysia, and Turn Off Turn On Ventures.Media ContactPRecious Communicationsabtc@preciouscomms.comAbout ASEAN Battery Technology ConferenceASEAN Battery Technology Conference (ABTC) stands out as the premier battery conference in ASEAN, attracting an audience of over 250 participants. We look forward to engaging with a diverse range of participants, including cell manufacturers, pack integrators, and recycling companies. The mission of ABTC is to bring together regional battery expertise, creating unique opportunities within the global battery value chain.The primary objective of ABTC is to foster collaboration among stakeholders in the battery industry. We aim to facilitate insightful discussions covering various topics, such as advanced battery materials, prototyping, cell-to-pack technologies, and recycling strategies.In addition to these focal points, the conference will explore related aspects such as standards, interoperability, and the ongoing evolution of battery safety technology.Organisers of ABTCAbout Singapore Battery ConsortiumSingapore Battery Consortium (SBC) aims to foster strategic R&D partnerships amongst public research performers and industry players in developing and advancing battery technologies. SBC aims to develop and catalyze the local ecosystem in battery-related technologies through this platform. It is hosted at A*STAR and supported by the National Research Foundation Singapore (NRF). Over the past decade, commercial interest in battery development has been on the rise, keeping pace with demand for better battery performance and different performance characteristics for increasingly complex mobility and portable devices. To meet this demand, the Singapore Battery Consortium will bring research outcomes from our laboratories into the market by enabling researchers to understand business requirements, while giving companies access to the latest battery research and technologies to augment their product development efforts.About Thailand Energy Storage Technology Association (TESTA)TESTA or THAILAND ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION aims to help connect stakeholders, educate the public, promote understanding, and nurture technological advancements in energy storage technologies in Thailand. TESTA was officially registered on January 25, 2021, by 5 founding institutes including the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Khon Kaen University (KKU), King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUT-NB), and Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT). Over 60 members of the association include energy storage technology enthusiasts from various sectors ranging from academic, research institutes, public sectors, policymakers, and private industries.About National Center for Sustainable Transportation Technology (NCSTT)The National Center for Sustainable Transportation Technology (NCSTT), or Pusat Pengembangan Teknologi Transportasi Berkelanjutan, is from Indonesia and is a unique multidisciplinary research center focused on conducting, supporting and encouraging applied engineering and technology for transportation systems in Indonesia. NCSTT has been recognized globally as the research center which aims to foster the national transportation industry in developing national economics and welfare. NCSTT has built network linkages and research collaborations with national transportation stakeholders such as automotive, railway and aircraft industries, as well as research institutions and universities.About National Battery Research Institute (NBRI)The National Battery Research Institute (NBRI) was legally established on 17th December 2020 as The Center of Excellence Innovation of Battery and Renewable Energy Foundation, with Prof.Dr. Evvy Kartini as a Founder and Prof Alan J. Drew as Co-Founder. NBRI is Indonesia’s independent institute for electrochemical energy storage science and technology, supporting research, training, and education. NBRI aims to contribute to the overall research capacity and training environment in Indonesia in Battery Research. NBRI is a platform that brings together scientists, academicians, industry partners, the government and all stakeholders that focus on battery technology. The main goal of NBRI is to encourage and support a battery manufacturing industry using local resources, which will enable Indonesia to be independent in energy. The NBRI was supported by the UK Government’s Global Challenge Research Fund (GCRF), part of the Queen Mary University of London QR allocation.About Electric Vehicle Association of Philippines (eVAP)eVAP envisions a nation wherein the use of electric vehicles is highly promoted, encouraged and supported by its government and society to develop a transportation landscape that is one with the environment ecologically and economically. eVAP’s mission is to educate the public on environmental awareness, and the economic and ecological benefits of electric vehicles through the conduct of and/or participation in promotional activities.eVAP aims to accelerate society’s conversion from using gas-powered vehicles to electric vehicles and works with the government in the creation and implementation of legislation that will support and encourage the use of electric vehicles.About NanoMalaysiaNanoMalaysia Berhad was incorporated in 2011 as a company limited by guarantee (CLBG) under the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) to act as a business entity entrusted with nanotechnology commercialization activities. Some of its roles include commercialization of nanotechnology research and development, industrialization of nanotechnology, facilitation of investments in nanotechnology and human capital development in nanotechnology. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Avantor Triumphs with Three Awards at Korea Biopharma Excellence Awards 2024 ACN Newswire

Avantor Triumphs with Three Awards at Korea Biopharma Excellence Awards 2024

August 23, 2024
Seoul, Korea, Aug 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Avantor, Inc., a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences advanced technologies industries, has secured three prestigious awards at the esteemed Korea Biopharma Excellence Awards (KBEA) 2024. The KBEA event, held in conjunction with the 13th Annual Biologics Manufacturing Korea & 6th Vaccine World East Asia 2024 on 13-14, August 2024, underscores Avantor’s exceptional achievements in downstream processing and single-use systems, as well as its leadership as a biopharma supplier in Korea.Left: Andrew Wong, Chief Executive Officer/General Manager of Shanghai Wotai Biotechnology, ChinaRight: James Hwang, Head - Biopharma Applications, AMEA, AvantorAvantor received the following awards:Best Bioprocessing Supplier Award: Downstream ProcessingBest Bioprocessing Supplier Award: Single Use SystemsOverall Biopharma Supplier of the YearThese accolades highlight Avantor's commitment to excellence and innovation in bioprocessing. The "Best Bioprocessing Supplier Award: Downstream Processing" acknowledges Avantor's products and solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of downstream processing in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Supporting this success is Avantor's Korea Innovation Customer Support Center (ICSC), which serves as a hub of scientific collaboration and innovation. The ICSC team collaborates closely with customers, offering services that help improve yields, reduce production costs, and ensure efficient production.The "Best Bioprocessing Supplier Award: Single Use Systems" recognizes Avantor's pioneering single-use solutions for strengthening production capabilities, streamlining operations, and improve scalability for biopharmaceutical companies. Notably, this marks the fourth consecutive year that Avantor has received the "Best Bioprocessing Supplier Award: Single Use Systems," following wins in 2022, 2021, and 2020.The "Overall Biopharma Supplier of the Year" award is a testament to Avantor's comprehensive impact on the biopharma industry, reflecting the company's dedication to providing high-quality products and services that drive advancements in biopharmaceutical research and production.Jin Young Lee, Head, Biopharma, APAC, Avantor, expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, "We are incredibly honoured to receive these prestigious awards at the Korea Biopharma Excellence Awards 2024. These accolades underscore our relentless commitment to innovation and excellence in bioprocessing and reinforces our standing as a premier supplier in the biopharma industry. They are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team in Korea, who strive to deliver solutions that enable our customers to deliver life-changing therapies to the patients who need them."James Hwang, Head of Biopharma Applications, AMEA, Avantor commented on the awards and said, “Receiving these awards is a testament to our relentless dedication to advancing bioprocessing capabilities. Our commitment to innovation is embodied in the work we do at the Korea Innovation Customer Support Center (ICSC). Our dedicated team of scientists and application experts at the ICSC help customers with process optimisation, troubleshooting, new product proof of concepts, and hands-on trainings to meet their evolving needs. These awards not only recognize our achievements but also highlight the importance of collaboration and customer-centricity in advancing the biopharma industry.”Avantor's recognition at the Korea Biopharma Excellence Awards 2024 follows its recent success at the Asia-Pacific Biopharma Excellence Awards 2024, where the company won five awards, further solidifying its leadership position in the biopharmaceutical industry.About AvantorAvantor® is a leading life science tools company and global provider of mission-critical products and services to the life sciences and advanced technology industries. We work side-by-side with customers at every step of the scientific journey to enable breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities at more than 300,000 customer locations in 180 countries. For more information, visitavantorsciences.com and find us on LinkedIn, X (Twitter) and Facebook.Regional Media Contact::Swati ChhabraManager - Corporate Communications, AMEAAvantor91-9958-404-334swati.chhabra@avantorsciences.comGlobal Media Contact:Eric Van ZantenHead - External CommunicationsAvantor1-610-529-6219eric.vanzanten@avantorsciences.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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MVL Launches TADA mini Beta: Ride-Hailing Available via Telegram SeaPRwire

MVL Launches TADA mini Beta: Ride-Hailing Available via Telegram

August 23, 2024
Seoul, Korea – August 23, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – MVL, led by CEO Kay Woo, has announced the beta launch of TADA mini, an innovative ride-hailing service that leverages Telegram bots. While the official launch is scheduled for early September, MVL is hosting a special airdrop event to celebrate this launch. TADA mini is the first real-world utility service for the Web3 world, allowing users to book rides directly through Telegram without the need for additional apps or complicated authentication processes. In addition to ride-hailing, the TADA mini app offers a wide array of features, including multiple vehicle options, live driver tracking, and trip-sharing capabilities. By linking TADA’s network of nearly 300,000 drivers with Telegram’s 900 million users, TADA mini enables seamless real-time communication. Users of the TON blockchain can even request rides through their Tonkeeper wallets, with refunds processed directly to their blockchain wallet in case of cancellations or issues. Currently, TADA mini is in the final stages of testing and will be officially launched to all users in Singapore in early September. The service will also play a key role in providing on-site transportation for Token 2049, the world’s leading cryptocurrency event, taking place in the third week of September. In celebration of TADA mini’s launch, MVL is hosting a referral event for Web3 users, offering 50 million MVL tokens as rewards. Participants can earn mission points by engaging with chatbots, following social media channels, and inviting friends. These points will later be airdropped as MVL tokens after the event concludes. TADA Mini offers real-time ride-hailing and mission features, all easily accessible through this link: https://t.me/TADA_Ride_Bot . MVL’s representative stated, “TADA mini is set to become a significant player in the industry by enhancing the usability of ride-sharing services through integration with Web3 projects. Following the initial launch in Singapore, we plan to expand the service to Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, and other countries.” About MVL MVL is committed to driving innovation in the mobility sector through blockchain technology. The company operates real-world mobility services across Asia, including TADA, the second-largest ride-sharing platform in Southeast Asia, and ONiON Mobility, a brand focused on electric vehicles and infrastructure. Building on these services, MVL is developing projects like MVL-Fi, which focuses on sharing mobility value, and DePIN, which is centered on data sharing. Social Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mvlchain X: https://twitter.com/mvlchain YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWIwx5KcQIaf7Ti6piFhnKw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mvlchain/ Media Contact Brand: MVL Contact: Rose Purevdorj E-mail: mvlsupport@mvlchain.io Website: https://mvlchain.io SOURCE: MVL The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Sectors: Top Story, Corporate News SeaPRwire provides real time press release distribution for companies and organizations to 6,500+ media outlets & 3.5 million professional desktops in 90 regions. It distributes press releases in different languages, including: IndonesiaFolk, IndoNewswire, SEATribune, IDNewsZone, LiveBerita, DailyBerita, TaiwanPR, SinchewBusiness, AsiaEase, BuzzHongKong, SingapuraNow, TIHongKong, TaipeiCool, TWZip, AsiaFeatured, dePresseNow, THNewson, KULPR, VNFeatured, MENAEntry, HunaTimes, DubaiLite, ArabicDir, BeritaDaring, TekanAsia, JamKopi ...
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Hitachi High-Tech Launches New Tabletop Microscopes with Enhanced Usability: TM4000PlusIII and TM4000III JCN Newswire

Hitachi High-Tech Launches New Tabletop Microscopes with Enhanced Usability: TM4000PlusIII and TM4000III

August 23, 2024
TOKYO, Aug 22, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation announced today the global launch of TM4000PlusIII and TM4000III Tabletop Microscopes equipped with support features for automation and stable operation.The TM Series shrinks the electron microscope to a size capable of being mounted on a tabletop. Thanks to theircompact size and ease of installation, desktop microscopes are widely used not only for R&D, but also in quality controlat manufacturing sites, science education at schools, and other purposes. In manufacturing environments in particular, there is a need to increase the efficiency of observation tasks and streamline operations so that even users with limited expertise can easily observe a large number of samples.The TM4000PlusIII is equipped with automation support features that enable users to create recipes for numerous conditions. Recipes can control functions such as stage position adjustment and magnification, which previouslyneeded to be manually configured every time for each sample. In addition, they come equipped with maintenance features designed to facilitate consistent observation. One such function is a monitoring system that checks the condition of the tungsten filament* and graphically reports its condition. Since tungsten filaments require regular replacement, this function allows users to track the filament lifetime and plan ahead with maintenance tasks to allow for smooth and consistent operation of the tool.*Tungsten filaments: A single part used in the electron gun of an electron microscope. They are typically made by bending a thin wire made of tungsten (element symbol: W), which is a highly heat-resistant metal, into a hairpin-like shape and connecting it to an electrode. The tungsten filament emits an electron beam when heated.Product Development BackgroundBecause the TM Series makes it possible to conduct high-precision observation and analysis, even when installationspace is limited, it has come to be a critical tool during the development and quality control of new materials. Recently, the TM Series has contributed to conserving the environment and maintaining people’s health by being used to develop environmentally friendly materials and their manufacturing processes, as well as analyze harmful substances in the atmosphere. In manufacturing environments, the trend of decreasing feature size and stricter quality control has led to an increase in the number of SEM users. However, not all new users have specialized knowledge and operatingskills. Amidst this trend, we developed the TM4000PlusIII and TM4000III to have this sought-after optimization and simplification of observation tasks for the purposes of enabling the acquisition of high-precision data without any variability, regardless of who is operating the microscope or their level of expertise.Key Features1. Making Tasks More EfficientThe automation support feature with the TM4000PlusIII allows for observation procedures, such as stage movement, magnification changes, and imaging, to be saved as recipes. They can then be executed to run automatically with a single click. This makes operations more efficient and standardizes techniques among users. This is beneficial for those looking to automate routine tasks and for users who are concerned about having to manually configure observation conditions.The TM4000PlusIII also features a setting for high-current mode which enables faster operations due to the increasedobservation signal. For example, in particle analysis a large number of measurement points are required which can bevery time consuming to collect. The high-current function shortens measurement time for each location while reducing the overall time involved in such tasks.2. Plan Ahead with the Filament Monitoring FunctionThe microscopes come equipped with new support features to ensure they can be used with peace of mind at all times. One example is the filament indicator feature, which allows users to track the filament life on screen, preventinginstances of observations being interrupted due to filament replacements occurring mid-observation.3. Ideal for Educational PurposesThe TM Series is equipped with low-vacuum and high-sensitivity backscattered electron detectors, which eliminate the need for complicated pretreatment processes. This makes it possible to conduct observations on a variety of sampleswith ease, enabling the TM Series to be utilized in educational settings.Additionally, as digital skill development becomes a critical subject in educational settings, the TM4000PlusIII allowusers to experience and learn important programming concepts such as “sequential execution,” “repetition,” and “conditional branching” via the automation support features.The TM4000PlusIII and TM4000III will be exhibited at JASIS 2024 at the Makuhari Messe International ExhibitionHalls in Chiba, Japan, from September 4 through September 6, 2024.Hitachi High-Tech aims to ship a target total of 6,000 TM Series units across the global market as quickly as possible to contribute to manufacturing worldwide. Hitachi High-Tech will continue to refine our core analysis technologies, and provide measurement and inspection solutions that support R&D and quality control operations in a wide range of fields, in order to help improve people's QoL (Quality of Life) and to resolve social issues related to the environment, resilience, and security and safety.About Hitachi High-TechHitachi High-Tech, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is engaged in activities in a broad range of fields, includingmanufacture and sales of clinical analyzers, biotechnology products, radiation therapy systems, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, analytical instruments, and analysis equipment. Also, we provide high value-added solutions in industrial fields such as mobility, connected, environment and energy, etc. Through business based on our core Observation, Measurement and Analysis technologies, we will contribute to the realization of a sustainable society by solving social issues.The company's consolidated revenues for FY2023 were approx. JPY 670.4 billion. For further information, visit www.hitachi-hightech.com/global/en/Business Contact:Takeshi KamimuraGlobal Sales Planning Dept.Beam Technology & Analytical Systems Business Div., Core Technology & Solutions Business GroupHitachi High-Tech CorporationEmail: takeshi.kamimura.jj@hitachi-hightech.com Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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乘客在澳大利亚机场打开飞机紧急出口并在机翼上行走后被捕

August 22, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - 官员表示，周四，一名乘客在澳大利亚一机场被捕，他从一架静止的飞机上通过紧急出口离开，沿着机翼行走，然后爬下一台喷气发动机到达停机坪。 当地时间上午 10 点左右，捷星航空 JQ507 航班从悉尼抵达墨尔本机场。这时，一名乘客通过紧急出口离开，不过捷星航空的一位发言人表示，当时飞机停在登机口。 “我们可以确认，一名乘客在抵达墨尔本后打开了紧急出口门，这使得滑梯自动展开，”发言人在发给《时代》杂志的一份电子邮件声明中说。“我们感谢乘客的耐心和理解，我们的团队在澳联邦警察 (AFP) 的协助下处理了这一事件。” 这名男子被机场工作人员拘留，随后被澳联邦警察逮捕，澳联邦警察随后证实，这名男子被送往医院，目前仍在医院。 “澳联邦警察人员逮捕了一名男子，原因是他在从悉尼抵达的一条国内航线上涉嫌有攻击性行为并违反了航空安全规定，”澳联邦警察发言人在提供给《时代》杂志的一份声明中说。 在其余乘客下飞机后，一些乘客向新闻机构讲述了此事。奥黛丽·瓦格西 (Audrey Varghese) 乘坐了这趟航班，她表示，这名男子表现出奇怪的行为。 “他向前冲了几排，到达紧急出口，推开人们，把他们撞开，这时人们开始尖叫，然后他猛地打开了紧急出口门，”瓦格西声称。 这不是最近历史上乘客打开飞机紧急出口门的第一次——也不是他们第一次因此被捕。1 月，一名乘客打开紧急出口并走上飞机的机翼——这似乎是为了应对他们在停机坪上滞留数小时，据报道没有空调或水的状况。其他乘客甚至还写了一份联合声明，支持这名采取非常规方式离开的男子。 2020 年，一名乘客在乌克兰国际航空公司的飞机上打开紧急出口，走上机翼。 虽然目前尚不清楚墨尔本机场这名男子为何要走上机翼，但澳联邦警察表示，他们正在继续调查此事，预计将在未来某个日期提起诉讼。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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扎克伯格展示AI战略，Meta股票飙升 Finance

扎克伯格展示AI战略，Meta股票飙升

August 22, 2024
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TD Bank 遭遇调查后首次出现数十年来的亏损 Finance

TD Bank 遭遇调查后首次出现数十年来的亏损

August 22, 2024
拨备和外部因素 (SeaPRwire) - 多伦多道明银行 (NYSE:TD) 报告其二十多年来首次出现季度亏损，原因是与美国洗钱调查相关的罚款拨备 26 亿美元。TD 银行还面临其他挑战，包括极端天气和野火造成的重大影响。报告的亏损额为 1.81 亿加元（1.33 亿美元），标志着该机构自 2003 年以来的首次季度净亏损。 股价下跌和未来不确定性 TD 银行的股价在多伦多早盘交易中下跌 4.2%，至 77.87 加元，导致今年股价下跌 9%，而同期 S&P/TSX 综合金融指数上涨 7.9%。该公司预计将因美国合规问题支付超过 30 亿美元的罚款，并已出售其在 Charles Schwab Corp. 的部分股权，以支付最新拨备。该银行还受到美国多个部门的调查，包括司法部和金融监管机构，指控其未能发现其在美国多个分行发生的洗钱行为。 管理层变动和战略影响 首席执行官 Bharat Masrani 在该银行的未来尚不确定，加拿大国家银行分析师 Gabriel Dechaine 表示，最近的发展可能会导致首席执行官的继任。该银行计划收购 First Horizon Corp.，这是其扩大美国业务的关键举措，已于 2023 年 5 月因监管障碍而被放弃。尽管当前存在不确定性，但该公司的美国部门仍然是其战略的核心。 多伦多道明银行报告其第三财季的调整后每股收益为 2.05 加元，低于分析师平均预期的 2.07 加元。该银行还产生了 1.1 亿加元的重组费用，旨在削减成本并改善合规控制。保险和财富管理部门因最近的天气事件而面临索赔增加，尽管加拿大个人和商业银行部门的收入创历史新高，但这影响了整体盈利能力。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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赌场在其第九个地点部署了六台 Knightscope 安全机器人

August 22, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - MOUNTAIN VIEW, 加州，2024 年 8 月 22 日–. [Nasdaq:KSCP] (“Knightscope” 或“公司”)，一家专注于公共安全的机器人和人工智能 (“AI”) 技术创新者，今天宣布部署 6 台自主安全机器人 (“ASR”)，包括 2 台 和 4 台 ，在密歇根州的一家赌场。 该赌场是第 9 个根据 与一家娱乐公司和综合娱乐、体育内容和赌场运营商的 接收 Knightscope 的 ASR 的场所。该主协议使 Knightscope 技术能够在全公司范围内扩展到美国 43 个场所。如前所述，向现有客户销售的优势包括更短的销售周期、更高的成交率、更好的利润率和优化的服务成本。拉斯维加斯、内华达州；卡斯县，爱荷华州；奥罗拉，伊利诺伊州；什里夫波特，路易斯安那州；博西尔城，路易斯安那州；查尔斯湖，路易斯安那州；新奥尔良，路易斯安那州；和堪萨斯城，堪萨斯州的其它场所也部署了机器人，为这些场所的安全性增添了保障，并提升了客人的体验。 获取专家帮助 立即通过 预约发现电话或演示，详细了解 Knightscope 的公共安全技术组合，包括由公司 团队提供监控的自主安全机器人。 关于 Knightscope Knightscope 构建尖端技术以改善公共安全，我们的长期目标是使美利坚合众国成为世界上最安全的国家。通过 了解更多关于我们。 该赌场是第 9 个根据 与一家娱乐公司和综合娱乐、体育内容和赌场运营商的 接收 Knightscope 的 ASR 的场所。该主协议使 Knightscope 技术能够在全公司范围内扩展到美国 43 个场所。如前所述，向现有客户销售的优势包括更短的销售周期、更高的成交率、更好的利润率和优化的服务成本。拉斯维加斯、内华达州；卡斯县，爱荷华州；奥罗拉，伊利诺伊州；什里夫波特，路易斯安那州；博西尔城，路易斯安那州；查尔斯湖，路易斯安那州；新奥尔良，路易斯安那州；和堪萨斯城，堪萨斯州的其它场所也部署了机器人，为这些场所的安全性增添了保障，并提升了客人的体验。 获取专家帮助 立即通过 预约发现电话或演示，详细了解 Knightscope 的公共安全技术组合，包括由公司 团队提供监控的自主安全机器人。 关于 Knightscope Knightscope 构建尖端技术以改善公共安全，我们的长期目标是使美利坚合众国成为世界上最安全的国家。通过 了解更多关于我们。 联系方式 公共关系： Stacy Stephens Knightscope, Inc. (650) 924-1025本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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詹妮弗·洛佩兹申请离婚后，本·阿弗莱克在民主党全国代表大会上意外被提及 Latest News

詹妮弗·洛佩兹申请离婚后，本·阿弗莱克在民主党全国代表大会上意外被提及

August 22, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - 演员兼导演本·阿弗莱克在周三晚上芝加哥举行的民主党全国代表大会上意外地被提及。当演员兼作家敏迪·卡灵，以《办公室》和《敏迪计划》而闻名，登上舞台时，这番致意出现了。卡灵参加大会是为了谈论她与民主党总统候选人、副总统卡玛拉·哈里斯的友谊，但她还花了一些时间来庆祝她自己的家乡马萨诸塞州。 “我不能离开这里而不向我来自的家乡马萨诸塞州的出色代表团致意。我爱你，马萨诸塞州。每个人都总是讨厌我们。但他们就是不明白。加油红袜！加油杰森·塔图姆，”她说。“本·阿弗莱克，坚持住！Dunkin' Donuts是世界上最好的咖啡。” 敏迪·卡灵在民主党全国代表大会上表达了她对马萨诸塞州的赞赏，并向本·阿弗莱克致意：“坚持住！” 阿弗莱克经常光顾Dunkin' Donuts，并且以他对Dunkin' Donuts的喜爱而闻名。他曾出演过多个广告，包括一个他演唱并跳舞的广告。詹妮弗·洛佩兹也出现在广告中，与传奇歌手雷·罗马诺和足球四分卫汤姆·布雷迪（他曾为波士顿的 新英格兰爱国者队效力）一起出演。 阿弗莱克在民主党全国代表大会上被提及，仅仅是在洛佩兹正式向这位演员提出离婚申请后的第二天。这对夫妇在2000年代初订婚，但最终在2004年1月宣布结束恋情，部分原因是来自公众的压力。2021年，关于他们重燃爱火的传闻开始出现，他们被拍到多次在一起，并共同出席红毯活动。2022年，两人订婚，随后结婚。“爱是美好的。爱是善良的。事实证明爱是有耐心的。二十年的耐心，”洛佩兹在2022年7月宣布他们在拉斯维加斯结婚时说。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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鲍威尔面临政策十字路口：杰克逊霍尔会议备受关注 Finance

鲍威尔面临政策十字路口：杰克逊霍尔会议备受关注

August 22, 2024
杰克逊霍尔峰会上的关键讲话 (SeaPRwire) - 美联储主席杰罗姆·鲍威尔将于本周五在一年一度的经济政策研讨会上发表讲话，这将是美联储通胀战略的一个关键时刻。他的讲话预计将概述美联储计划降息，同时向投资者保证美联储有能力避免严重的经济衰退。 高风险和市场反应 鲍威尔的讲话对美联储和价值 27 万亿美元的美国国债市场来说都是一个关键时刻。距离总统大选仅剩 7 周，降息的可能性出现，鲍威尔及其同事将面临更严格的审查。美联储现在正在将重点从控制通胀转向监测正在降温的劳动力市场。 RSM US LLP 首席经济学家约瑟夫·布鲁苏埃拉斯表示，主要问题是是否存在政策错误，这导致市场对杰克逊霍尔声明感到不安。投资者渴望了解美联储对潜在政策变化的态度，因为 7 月的劳动力市场数据导致了市场大幅波动。 市场波动和美联储过去的失误 最近的波动是由 7 月的劳动力市场数据引发的，该数据导致标准普尔 500 指数下跌 6%，并引发了有关可能降息的猜测。鲍威尔和其他美联储官员过去曾将通胀引导回 2% 的目标，但他们在疫情期间处理通胀的失误让官员们对类似的错误影响就业感到担忧。 劳动力市场和经济担忧 最近的数据显示招聘放缓，失业率上升，引发了高利率可能会将劳动力市场推向临界点的担忧。经济学家还预计过去一年的就业报告将大幅向下修正。 “如果劳动力市场进一步疲软，提前加快步伐，然后放慢速度可能是一个合理的策略，”德意志银行美国首席经济学家马修·卢泽蒂表示。 通胀和未来的政策 尽管通胀仍高于美联储的 2% 目标，但一直在下降。一个衡量核心通胀压力的关键指标在 7 月连续第四个月下降。巴克莱银行经济学家普贾·斯里拉姆预计鲍威尔将承认政策调整的条件可能已经成熟，但目前尚不清楚他是否会明确表示 9 月降息。 平衡行为 鲍威尔的讲话需要在解决政治压力和不发出过于负面的经济前景信号之间取得平衡。美联储对未来降息的指引将在很大程度上取决于即将公布的数据，包括在 9 月中旬美联储公开市场委员会会议之前的一份额外就业报告和两次通胀数据发布。 研讨会的主题是“重新评估货币政策的有效性和传导机制”，这突出了美联储在应对疫情后经济环境方面面临的持续挑战。关于中性利率以及当前政策可能有多么限制性，仍然存在不确定性。 未来展望 MacroPolicy Perspectives 的高级经济学家劳拉·罗斯纳-沃伯顿解释说，数据将指导他们在目的地方面的决策，使他们能够根据经济的指示调整步伐。 随着鲍威尔准备发表讲话，市场正在密切关注有关未来降息步伐和幅度的信号，以及美联储计划如何应对不断变化的经济形势。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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油价在公布美国库存数据前反弹 Finance

油价在公布美国库存数据前反弹

August 22, 2024
油价回升 (SeaPRwire) - 油价在短暂下跌后小幅上涨，西德克萨斯中质原油 (WTI) 涨至每桶 73 美元以上。此前 WTI 在过去三个交易日中下跌了约 5%。交易员正在密切关注美国每周库存数据，美国石油协会报告称，上周原油库存增加了 34.7 万桶。官方库存数据预计将在周三晚些时候公布。 地缘政治和经济因素 美国国务卿安东尼·布林肯周二晚些时候离开了中东，但没有达成以色列和哈马斯之间的停火协议。然而，布林肯指出，以色列已同意一项“过渡”协议，以促进进一步谈判。期权市场显示，人们对该地区持续敌对行动的担忧有所缓解。 原油价格已基本放弃了今年早些时候的涨幅，因为来自中国的疲软经济数据掩盖了 OPEC+ 的减产行动。此外，投资者正在密切关注美国经济指标，特别是通货膨胀率。通货膨胀率下降可能会促使美联储放缓加息步伐，从而可能提振整体能源需求。美联储主席杰罗姆·鲍威尔将在本周晚些时候在怀俄明州杰克逊霍尔举行的央行研讨会上发表讲话。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Datacentre & Cloud Infrastructure Summit (DCCI) gears up to transform the Kingdom’s digital future ACN Newswire

Datacentre & Cloud Infrastructure Summit (DCCI) gears up to transform the Kingdom’s digital future

August 22, 2024
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Aug 22, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Having debuted in Saudi Arabia last year, Datacentre & Cloud Infrastructure Summit (DCCI) is pacing for a massive return to the country on 5 – 6 November 2024 at the luxurious JW Marriott Hotel in Riyadh. Poised to gather over 300 industry leaders, experts, and key decision-makers from across the country, the platform will delve into the latest trends, innovations, ground-breaking strategies and give a pulse of the Kingdom’s datacentre & cloud landscape.With global industries expanding their footprint in the Kingdom, cutting-edge events in Riyadh have become a regular phenomenon. In line with VISION 2030, DCCI aims to upgrade the Kingdom’s technology stance by bringing global expertise closer to its datacentre & cloud ecosystem that is pivotal for a diversified economy and paramount to its digital future.To share the latest updates concerning Saudi’s digital infrastructure especially from its datacentres & cloud landscape, DCCI is bringing none other than the top officials from the leading public & private organisations including but not limited to the Ministry of Saudi Arabia National Guard, Saudi Olympic & Paralympic Committee, Saudi Pro League, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), Saudi Entertainment Ventures and Saudi Payments.These officials are not just the leading voices from across sectors but also the embodiment of progress who will be seen taking insightful keynote sessions, engaging fireside chats and deep dive panel discussions on the most pressing topics.Some prominent topics from the summit include, ‘Revolutionizing Saudi Arabia's Digital Infrastructure Landscape’, ‘National Data Sovereignty and Upholding Data Privacy’, ‘A Cloud-Powered Future for a Digital Saudi Arabia’, ‘Reimagining Data Centre Cooling’, ‘Reengineering Data Architecture’, ‘Empowering Next-Generation data centres through AI-Powered Infrastructure’, ‘Sustainable and Green Data Centres for a Digital Saudi Arabia’ and others.Attendees will also get the opportunity to explore the latest datacentre and cloud solutions as the platform will feature a stellar lineup of solution providers including but not limited to Edarat, Legrand Data Center Solutions, Daikin Air Conditioning Saudi Arabia, C&D Technologies, Corning, Hasoub, Austin Hughes, Nlyte Software, Sunbird Software, SETRA, Belden, Rittal, and many more.During the course of two days, DCCI will present an unparalleled opportunity to learn the latest intel, shake hands and network with industry’s very best, have one-on-one interactions with hand-picked profiles and last but not least forge strategic partnerships for growth & development.Organiser and CEO of Tradepass, Sudhir Ranjan Jena stated his organisation’s exemplary vision behind bringing this platform to the Kingdom, “The Datacentre & Cloud Infrastructure Summit (DCCI) is an effort towards powering an era that comes entwined with progress and global collaborations. With a focus on Saudi Arabia’s booming digital infrastructure landscape, DCCI will be a cornerstone for driving the latest datacentre & cloud innovations in the country that’s intrinsic to the Kingdom’s post-oil economy.”About TradepassProviding access to the global emerging markets, Tradepass brings together people, products and solutions to power events for unparalleled business and networking opportunities. Being the most accredited event company, it helps organizations: enter new markets, grow sales pipeline, close prospects, raise capital and identify the right solution-providers.As a deal facilitator, Tradepass is always determined about exposing the most agile liquid growth markets, to enable all-round scalability and growth.For more information about the event, log on to:https://saudi.dccisummit.com/Media contact:Shrinkhal SharadPR & Communication Leadinfo@tradepassglobal.com+ (91) 80 6166 4401Tradepass Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Leqembi (lecanemab) Authorized for Early Alzheimer’s Disease in Great Britain JCN Newswire

Leqembi (lecanemab) Authorized for Early Alzheimer’s Disease in Great Britain

August 22, 2024
TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug 22, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. and Biogen Inc.announced today that the humanized amyloid-beta(Aβ) monoclonal antibody “Leqembi®” (brand name, generic name: lecanemab) has been granted a Marketing Authorization by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) in Great Britain.1 Lecanemab is indicated for the treatmentof mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and mild dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in adult patients that are apolipoprotein Eε4 (ApoE ε4)* heterozygotes or non-carriers.1 Lecanemab becomes the first treatment for early AD (MCI and mild dementia due to AD)2 that targets an underlying cause of the disease, to be authorized in a country in Europe.1Lecanemab selectively binds to Aβ aggregate species, with preferential activity for toxic Aβ protofibrils** (as well as fibrils, which are a major component of Aβ plaques).2,3,4 It binds to these aggregate Aβ species to neutralize and clear them from the brain.2,3,4The approval was primarily based on Phase 3 data from Eisai’s global, placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-group, randomized Clarity AD clinical trial, in which the medicine met its primary endpoint (change from baseline in the Clinical Dementia Rating Sum of Boxes [CDR-SB]† at 18 months) and all key secondary endpoints with statistically significant results.2 Inthe indicated population in Great Britain, the most common adverse reactions were infusion-related reaction, amyloid-related imaging abnormalities with hemorrhage (small spots of bleeding) (ARIA-H)‡, fall, headache and amyloid-related imaging abnormalities with cerebral edema (build-up of fluid) (ARIA-E)‡‡.1In the United Kingdom, it is estimated that 982,000 people are living with dementia,5 and AD is the cause in 60-70% of people with dementia.6 These numbers are expected to rise, as the population ages.5,6Eisai is working collaboratively with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) and the National Health Service (NHS) to make this medicine available to eligible people living with early AD as soon as possible.Eisai serves as the lead for lecanemab’s development and regulatory submissions globally with Eisai and Biogen co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority. In Great Britain, Eisai and Biogen will co-promote the medicine, with Eisai distributing the product as the Marketing Authorization holder.*Apolipoprotein E is a protein involved in the metabolism of fats in humans. It is implicated in AD.**Protofibrils are thought to be the most toxic Aβ species that contribute to brain damage in AD and play a major role in the cognitive decline of this progressive and devastating disease. Protofibrils can cause neuronal damage in the brain, which can subsequently adversely affect cognitive function through multiple mechanisms. 7 The mechanism by which this occurs has been reported not only by increasing the formation of insoluble Aβ plaques, but also by directly damaging signaling between neurons and other cells. It is believed that reducing protofibrils may reduce neuronal damage and cognitive impairment, potentially preventing the progression of AD.8†CDR-SB is a commonly used diagnostic tool, which can help to stage dementia due to AD.9 It is a global cognitive and functional scale that measures six domains of functioning, including memory, orientation, judgement and problem solving, community affairs, home and hobbies, and personal care.9‡ARIA-H: amyloid-related imaging abnormalities with hemorrhage (microhemorrhages, and superficial siderosis).‡‡ARIA-E: amyloid-related imaging abnormalities with oedema (edema/effusion).More information can be found in the Summary of Product Characteristics and Patient Information leaflets which will be published on the MHRA Products website within 7 days of approval.MEDIA CONTACTSEisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations Department TEL: +81 (0)3-3817-5120Eisai Europe, Ltd.EMEA Communications Department+44 (0) 7974-879-419Emea-comms@eisai.netBiogen Inc.Jack Cox+ 1-781-464-3260public.affairs@biogen.comEisai Inc. (U.S.)Libby Holman1-201-753-1945Libby_Holman@eisai.comINVESTOR CONTACTSEisai Co., Ltd.Investor Relations Department TEL: +81 (0) 3-3817-5122Biogen Inc.Chuck Triano+ 1-781-464-2442IR@biogen.comAbout lecanemab (Leqembi®)Lecanemab is the result of a strategic research alliance between Eisai and BioArctic. It is a humanized immunoglobulin gamma1 (IgG1) monoclonal antibody directed against aggregated soluble (protofibril) and insoluble forms of amyloid-beta (Aβ).2,3Lecanemab’s approval in Great Britain was primarily based on Phase 3 data from Eisai’s global Clarity AD clinical trial, in which it met its primary endpoint and all key secondary endpoints with statistically significant results.1,2 Clarity AD was a Phase 3global, placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-group, randomized study in 1,795 patients with early AD (MCI or milddementia due to AD, with confirmedpresence of amyloid pathology), of which 1,521 were in the indicated population in the label in Great Britain (ApoE ε4heterozygotes or non-carriers).1 Of the total number of patients randomized 31% were non-carriers, 53% were heterozygotes and 16% were homozygotes.1 The treatment group was administered lecanemab 10 mg/kg bi-weekly, with participants allocated in a 1:1 ratio to receive either placebo or lecanemab for 18 months.1The primary endpoint was the global cognitive and functional scale, CDR-SB.1 In the Clarity AD clinical trial, treatment with lecanemab, in the indicated population in Great Britain (ApoE ε4 heterozygotes or non-carriers), reduced clinical decline on CDR-SB by 33% at 18 months compared to placebo.1 The mean CDR-SB score at baseline was approximately 3.2 in both groups.1 The adjusted least-squares mean change from baseline at 18 months was 1.15 with lecanemab and 1.73 with placebo(difference, −0.58; 95% confidence interval [CI], −0.81 to −0.34; P
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GR Supra GT4 EVO2 Launched for 2025 Season JCN Newswire

GR Supra GT4 EVO2 Launched for 2025 Season

August 22, 2024
Toyota City, Japan, Aug 22, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) began accepting orders today for the new GR Supra GT4 EVO2, for which vast feedback from racing teams and drivers around the world was leveraged to achieve higher levels of performance, reliability, and operability.Since the launch of the GR Supra GT4 in 2020, thanks to the support of race organizers and customers, cumulative sales(1) of the model have surpassed 120 units. The efforts of racing teams and drivers have enabled it to win GT4-series races and international races in 11 countries and regions, earn more than 500 podium finishes(2), and become the class champion in three regions: Asia, the United States, and Europe.An updated GR Supra GT4 EVO for the 2023 season featured improved braking, handling, and engine performance, making the car easier to drive for drivers of various skill levels. Yet, after that update, with there being no end to its efforts to make ever-better motorsports-bred cars, TGR continued to travel to race tracks around the world to directly receive valuable feedback from racing teams and drivers that can only be obtained under the extreme conditions of racing. Advancing its "driver-first car-making" approach for leveraging such insights into development, TGR has set the race debut of the GR Supra GT4 EVO2, with improved performance, reliability, and operability, at the start of the 2025 season.Specifically, ABS maps were meticulously re-tuned through driving by various drivers on circuits in Japan and Europe to enable optimal braking and cornering based on tire type and wear and the condition of the course. Additionally, downshifting time has been reduced by fine-tuning the rev matching through a software update, leading to enhanced deceleration control during braking for increased cornering speed. Also, in addition to improving the cooling performance of the engine, brakes, and drivetrain, cockpit temperatures have been optimized to make the car easier to drive even in harsh conditions, helping to maintain a high level of performance. These improvements make the GR Supra GT4 EVO2 easier to drive not only for professional racers but also for amateur drivers ambitiously competing in GT4 races worldwide.The GR Supra GT4 EVO2 is scheduled to make its world debut in January 2025 in the first round of the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, held in conjunction with the 24 Hours of Daytona.GT4 sales and customer support (spare parts sales and technical support) will be handled by TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe GmbH in Europe, TRD U.S.A., Inc. in North America, Toyota Customizing and Development Co., Ltd. in Japan and other countries in Asia (excluding China), and Toyota Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd. in China.(1) Including the GR Supra GT4 EVO(2) As of the end of July 2024For more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/toyota/41393991.html. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Everest Medicines Announces the Initiation of an Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trial (IIT)

August 22, 2024
SHANGHAI, Aug 22, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, “Everest”, or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, clinical development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative therapeutics, today announced the launch of an Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trial (IIT) for a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, EVM16, under the study EVM16CX01, at the Peking University Cancer Hospital and Fudan University's Cancer Hospital. This trial is designed to assess the safety, tolerability, immunogenicity, and preliminary efficacy of EVM16 injection as a monotherapy and in combination with PD-1 antibody for patients with advanced or recurrent solid tumors. EVM16CX01 is the first-in-human (FIH) trial for EVM16.EVM16 is a novel personalized therapeutic mRNA cancer vaccine independently developed by Everest. EVM16 contains neoantigens with high immunogenicity potential that are predicted based on the unique tumor mutations of each patient by Everest’s proprietary neoantigen prediction algorithm. The vaccine uses a lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery system to efficiently deliver neoantigen-encoded mRNA in vivo, activating neoantigen-specific tumor-killing T cells and inhibiting tumor growth."EVM16 is the first personalized mRNA cancer vaccine independently developed by Everest using our proprietary mRNA platform. The initiation of this clinical trial is an important milestone that demonstrates our commitment to discover and develop a new generation of mRNA immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases.” said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines.“While establishing leadership positions in nephrology, infectious disease, and autoimmune diseases, Everest will also focus on innovative modalities such as therapeutic mRNA vaccines. We look forward to seeing personalized cancer vaccines become a new clinical treatment method to serve more patients."According to the Globocan’s data in 2022, there were 19.976 million new cancer cases globally, with 9.744 million cancer-related deaths1. In the last few decades, Immunotherapy including checkpoint inhibitors has become an important part of treating some cancer types. However, they are only effective for some patients, and there is an urgent need to develop new generations of immunotherapies, such as personalized mRNA cancer vaccines, that have demonstrated early promise in clinical development. In preclinical studies, vaccination with EVM16 stimulated a strong neoantigen-specific T cell response in different mouse models and showed significant tumor growth inhibition in the syngeneic B16F10 mouse melanoma model. Preclinical data also demonstrated that the combination of EVM16 and a PD-1 antibody has synergistic effect, which supports the clinical application of the combination of EVM16 with checkpoint inhibitors. In preclinical toxicity studies, repeated dosing with EVM16 was well tolerated and safe. Taken together, the preclinical immunogenicity, efficacy and safety studies demonstrate that EVM16 is safe and has potential to bring benefits to cancer patients.Everest has built end-to-end capabilities across its proprietary mRNA platform. Our R&D team is developing multiple mRNA-based therapeutic products, as well as next generation lipid nanoparticle (LNP) delivery systems to enhance cell-mediated immune response. Our mRNA manufacturing facility in Jiashan, Zhejiang Province in China is designed to comply with global cGMP standards and is able to produce at clinical- and commercial-scale. Everest owns full global intellectual property rights to its mRNA therapeutic programs.Reference:1.Globocan 2022: https://gco.iarc.who.int/media/globocan/factsheets/populations/900-world-fact-sheet.pdfAbout EVM16EVM16 is a novel personalized mRNA cancer vaccine independently developed by Everest Medicines Limited.. EVM16 contains neoantigens with high immunogenicity potential which are predicted by Everest-proprietary algorithm and uses an LNP delivery system to efficiently deliver mRNAs that express tumor neoantigens into the human body. After vaccination with EVM16, neoantigens-encoding mRNAs are delivered into cells to produce neoantigen peptides, which activate neoantigen-specific T cell immune responses to kill tumor cells, thereby inhibiting tumor growthAbout EVM16CX01 studyThe study is a FIH, dose escalation and expansion study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, immunogenicity, and initial efficacy of EVM16 injection as a single and in combination with PD-1 antibody in subjects with advanced or recurrent solid tumors.,. The primary objectives are to evaluate the safety and tolerability of EVM16 monotherapy and EVM16 in combination with PD-1 antibody in subjects with advanced or recurrent solid tumors, and to determine the recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) of EVM16. The secondary objectives are to evaluate the immunogenicity of EVM16, and the initial efficacy of EVM16 in combination with PD-1 antibody in subjects with advanced or recurrent solid tumors.About Everest MedicinesEverest Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, manufacturing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products and vaccines that address critical unmet medical needs for patients in Asian markets. The management team of Everest Medicines has deep expertise and an extensive track record from both leading global pharmaceutical companies and local Chinese pharmaceutical companies in high-quality discovery, clinical development, regulatory affairs, CMC, business development and operations. Everest Medicines has built a portfolio of potentially global first-in-class or best-in-class molecules in the company’s core therapeutic areas of renal diseases, infectious diseases and autoimmune disorders.For more information, please visit its website at www.everestmedicines.com.Forward-Looking Statements:This news release may make statements that constitute forward-looking statements, including descriptions regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company or its officers with respect to the business operations and financial condition of the Company, which can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, or other factors, some of which are beyond the control of the Company and are unforeseeable. Therefore, the actual results may differ from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors and assumptions, such as future changes and developments in our business, competitive environment, political, economic, legal and social conditions. The Company or any of its affiliates, directors, officers, advisors or representatives has no obligation and does not undertake to revise forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or circumstances after the date of this news release, except as required by law. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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MHI Begins Joint Demonstration with Kirin Group for Automation of Inbound and Outbound Warehouse Processes, and Loading and Unloading of Trucks JCN Newswire

MHI Begins Joint Demonstration with Kirin Group for Automation of Inbound and Outbound Warehouse Processes, and Loading and Unloading of Trucks

August 22, 2024
TOKYO, Aug 22, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), together with Kirin Group companies Kirin Beverage Co., Ltd. and Kirin Group Logistics Co., Ltd., in August will begin a joint demonstration aimed at establishing elemental technologies for the automation of inbound and outbound processes at beverage warehouses, and the loading and unloading of trucks. The joint demonstration will be conducted at LogiQ X Lab, a demonstration facility located within Yokohama Hardtech Hub (YHH), MHI's co-creation space in Honmoku, Yokohama, and at Kirin Group Logistics sites. The demonstration is scheduled to conclude by March 2026.For this demonstration, as part of the "Smart Connections" solutions incorporating the ΣSynX (Sigma Syncs) technology(Note1) that MHI is currently researching and developing, MHI will utilize a new type of unmanned forklift that is currently under development equipped with ΣSynX, with the aim of establishing elemental technologies that enable flexible autonomous operation and safe human-machine coordination, including appropriate load assortment in warehouse work, altering of operational routes in response to changes in placement locations and storage conditions, and highly efficient storage methods. Through this joint demonstration, MHI aims for future automation of the entire cargo handling process, from the unloading of trucks to handling of inbound and outbound warehouses process, and loading onto trucks.MHI is steadily advancing efforts to utilize "Smart Connections" solutions incorporating the ΣSynX (Sigma Syncs) technology for automation and intelligence of normal logistics warehouse work, which up to now has been conducted safely and efficiently through the expertise, experience and skills of operators, focusing on the three areas of picking, inbound and outbound processes, and the loading and unloading of trucks. Following picking, which is the handling of cargo in warehouses, MHI will pursue development and verification to support the implementation of "Smart Connections" solutions for warehouse operations in the logistics industry. MHI and Kirin Group conducted a joint demonstration of automated picking from November 2022 to June 2023.(Note2) This demonstration verified its effectiveness at logistics sites, and an automated picking solution is scheduled to start operation at Kirin Group's Ebina Logistics Center in Kanagawa Prefecture from December 2024. This new joint demonstration being conducted by the two companies will accelerate the response to the challenges posed to the logistic industry by regulatory changes implemented in 2024.Going forward, through coordination with Kirin Group for this demonstration program, MHI will work to provide solutions for the various issues faced by the beverage industry due to regulatory changes, such as the shortage of logistics operators, the need for improvement in working conditions, and reducing truck driver working hours and wait times.(1) ΣSynX (Sigma Syncs) is MHI's standard platform for synchronizing and coordinating various types of machinery systems. It consolidates a host of digital technologies that enable optimized operation by making machinery systems intelligent. For more information, please refer to the following press release. www.mhi.com/news/23100501.html(2) For more information on the joint demonstration with Kirin Group for an automated picking solution, please refer to the following press release. www.mhi.com/news/22112101.html Overview of the Joint DemonstrationImplementation period: August 2024, through March 2026Demonstration sites: MHI's LogiQ X Lab demonstration facility at Yokohama Hardtech Hub (YHH), MHI's demonstration facility at Kobe Shipyard, and Kirin Group Logistics facilities such as Nishi-Nagoya and Amagasaki.Content for the demonstration- Determining of operational processes, including manned work, assuming the introduction of warehouse inbound and outbound process solutions- Determining of operational processes, including manned work, assuming the introduction of unmanned forklifts for loading and unloading trucks- Determining of safety concepts, rules, operating conditions, and other standards for collaborative work with manned and unmanned forkliftsTags: Sigma SynX,Smart InfrastructureAbout MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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