Ireland mengadakan pilihan raya yang sengit di mana penyandang jawatan berharap untuk mengekalkan kuasa “` Berita

Ireland mengadakan pilihan raya yang sengit di mana penyandang jawatan berharap untuk mengekalkan kuasa “`

November 30, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - Jumaat dalam pilihan raya parlimen yang akan menentukan kerajaan akan datang — dan akan menunjukkan sama ada Ireland menentang trend global parti pemerintah disingkirkan oleh pengundi yang tidak berpuas hati selepas bertahun-tahun pandemik, ketidakstabilan antarabangsa dan tekanan kos sara hidup.Undian dibuka pada pukul 7 pagi. (0700GMT), dan 3.8 juta pengundi Ireland memilih 174 ahli perundangan untuk duduk di Dail, dewan rendah parlimen.Berikut adalah pandangan tentang parti-parti, isu-isu dan kemungkinan hasilnya.Siapa yang bertanding?Kerajaan yang lepas diketuai oleh dua parti yang telah menguasai politik Ireland selama seabad yang lalu: Fine Gael dan Fianna Fail. Mereka mempunyai dasar tengah-kanan yang serupa tetapi merupakan pesaing lama dengan asal usul di pihak yang bertentangan dalam perang saudara Ireland pada tahun 1920-an.Selepas pilihan raya 2020 berakhir dengan keputusan seri, mereka membentuk gabungan, bersetuju untuk berkongsi jawatan Kabinet dan bergilir-gilir sebagai taoiseach, atau perdana menteri. berkhidmat sebagai perdana menteri untuk separuh pertama penggal dan digantikan oleh Leo Varadkar dari Fine Gael pada Disember 2022. Varadkar meletak jawatan secara tiba-tiba pada Mac, menyerahkan jawatan itu kepada Taoiseach semasa, Simon Harris.Parti pembangkang Sinn Fein mencapai kejayaan yang menakjubkan dalam pilihan raya 2020, mendahului undi popular, tetapi disingkirkan daripada kerajaan kerana Fianna Fail dan Fine Gael enggan bekerjasama dengannya, memetik dasar-dasar haluan kiri dan hubungan bersejarahnya dengan kumpulan militan Tentera Republik Ireland semasa tiga dekad keganasan di Ireland Utara.Di bawah sistem perwakilan berkadar Ireland, setiap daripada 43 kawasan pilihan raya memilih beberapa ahli perundangan, dengan pengundi mengutamakan pilihan mereka. Ini menjadikan lebih mudah bagi parti-parti kecil dan calon bebas dengan pengikut tempatan yang kuat untuk mendapat kerusi.Pilihan raya ini termasuk sebilangan besar calon bebas, dari aktivis kempen tempatan hingga aktivis pelampau kanan dan ketua jenayah terkenal Gerry "the Monk" Hutch.Apakah isu-isu utama?Seperti di banyak negara lain, kos sara hidup — terutamanya perumahan — telah menguasai kempen. Ireland mempunyai kekurangan perumahan yang teruk, legasi kegagalan membina rumah baharu yang mencukupi semasa tahun-tahun ledakan "Harimau Celtic" negara dan kemelesetan ekonomi yang menyusul krisis kewangan global 2008."Tiada pembinaan semasa krisis, dan apabila krisis reda, pejabat dan hotel dibina terlebih dahulu," kata John-Mark McCafferty, ketua eksekutif badan amal perumahan dan gelandangan Threshold.Keputusan ini ialah harga rumah yang melambung tinggi, sewa yang meningkat dan gelandangan yang semakin meningkat.Selepas sedekad pertumbuhan ekonomi, McCafferty berkata "Ireland mempunyai sumber" — bukan sekurang-kurangnya 13 bilion euro ($13.6 bilion) dalam cukai tertunggak yang Kesatuan Eropah telah mengarahkan Apple untuk membayarnya — "tetapi ia cuba menangani defisit infrastruktur sejarah yang besar."Berkaitan dengan isu perumahan ialah imigresen, satu cabaran yang agak baru kepada negara yang sejak lama ditakrifkan oleh penghijrahan. Ketibaan baru termasuk lebih daripada 100,000 akibat perang dan beribu-ribu orang yang melarikan diri daripada kemiskinan dan konflik di Timur Tengah dan Afrika.Negara dengan 5.4 juta penduduk ini telah bergelut untuk menempatkan semua pemohon suaka, menyebabkan kem khemah dan pusat penginapan sementara yang telah menarik ketegangan dan protes. Satu serangan menikam terhadap kanak-kanak di luar sebuah sekolah di Dublin setahun yang lalu, di mana seorang lelaki Algeria telah didakwa, mencetuskan rusuhan terburuk yang pernah dilihat di Ireland sejak beberapa dekad.Tidak seperti banyak negara Eropah, Ireland tidak mempunyai parti pelampau kanan yang signifikan, tetapi suara-suara pelampau kanan di media sosial cuba untuk menimbulkan permusuhan terhadap pendatang, dan calon bebas anti-pendatang berharap untuk dipilih di beberapa daerah. Isu ini nampaknya menjejaskan sokongan untuk Sinn Fein, kerana penyokong kelas pekerja berasa marah dengan dasar-dasar pro-imigresennya.Apakah kemungkinan hasilnya?Tinjauan pendapat menunjukkan sokongan pengundi dibahagikan kepada lima bahagian yang hampir sama — untuk Fine Gael, Fianna Fail, Sinn Fein, beberapa parti kecil dan pelbagai calon bebas.Fine Gael telah menjalankan kempen yang penuh dengan kesilapan, Fianna Fail kekal mantap dalam tinjauan pendapat dan Sinn Fein mengatakan ia mempunyai momentum, tetapi tidak mungkin memenangi kuasa melainkan parti-parti lain menarik balik tentangan mereka untuk bekerjasama dengannya.Penganalisis mengatakan hasil yang paling mungkin ialah gabungan Fine Gael-Fianna Fail yang lain, mungkin dengan parti kecil atau sekumpulan bebas sebagai penentu."Ia hanya persoalan kumpulan minoriti mana yang akan menjadi kumpulan yang menyokong kerajaan kali ini," kata Eoin O’Malley, seorang ahli sains politik di Dublin City University. "Pembentukan gabungan adalah mengenai memberikan warna kepada apa yang pada asasnya adalah kerajaan tengah setiap masa."Bilakah kita akan mengetahui hasilnya?Undian ditutup pada Jumaat pukul 10 malam (2200GMT), apabila tinjauan pendapat keluar akan memberikan petunjuk pertama tentang hasilnya. Mengira undi bermula pada pagi Sabtu. Keputusan penuh mungkin mengambil masa beberapa hari, dan membentuk kerajaan beberapa hari atau minggu selepas itu.Harris, yang mengundi di Delgany, selatan Dublin, berkata pengundi dan ahli politik Ireland mempunyai "beberapa hari yang panjang di hadapan kita.""Bukankah ia keindahan dan kerumitan sistem kita bahawa apabila jam menunjukkan pukul 10 malam ini, akan ada tinjauan pendapat keluar tetapi ia bahkan tidak akan memberitahu kita hasil pilihan raya," katanya.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain. ```
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Kanak-kanak dan Remaja Yahudi Diserang Dengan Kejam di London: ‘Jalanan Tidak Lagi Selamat’

November 30, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - Sasaran terbaru serangan antisemitisme yang merebak di Eropah Barat ialah remaja dan kanak-kanak Yahudi di London. Pada hari Khamis, dua bas yang membawa pelajar dari sebuah sekolah Yahudi di London diserang di perhentian bas oleh sekumpulan kira-kira sepuluh remaja dari sebuah sekolah berhampiran yang menggunakan batu besar, menurut laporan Jewish Chronicle.Empat remaja menaiki salah sebuah bas tingkat dua dan naik ke tingkat kedua, di mana mereka mula mencarut pelajar dan menunjukkan jari tengah. Seorang pelajar berusia 12 tahun, yang mengaku "takut" dengan serangan itu, menceritakan bagaimana remaja-remaja itu "mencarut kami, berkata ‘F--- Israel, tiada siapa yang menyukai kamu. Hilanglah, kamu semua perempuan jalang. Mereka merakam video kami seolah-olah mereka menikmatinya. Ramai orang di jalanan dan tiada siapa yang cuba menghentikan mereka," kata pelajar itu.Selepas empat remaja itu turun dari bas, mereka mula membaling batu-batu berat ke arah bas. Seorang pelajar berusia 11 tahun mengingati, "Saya tidak tahu di mana mereka mendapat batu-batu itu – mungkin mereka menyimpannya di dalam beg mereka. Tiada siapa antara kami yang tahu apa yang perlu dilakukan." Dia melaporkan bahawa sesetengah pelajar berlari turun dari bas, tetapi dia kekal di dalam bas. "Mereka mencarut kami dan merakam video kami," jelasnya. "Kami tidak tahu apa yang akan mereka lakukan dengan video itu atau mengapa mereka melakukan apa yang mereka lakukan.""Kejadian ini tidak berlaku begitu sahaja," kata jurucakap dari organisasi British Campaign Against Antisemitism kepada Digital. "Sepanjang tahun lepas, kami telah berulang kali memberi amaran tentang bahaya peningkatan serangan antisemitisme."Memetik penemuan Campaign Against Antisemitism bahawa "69% orang Yahudi British kurang cenderung untuk menunjukkan tanda-tanda keagamaan mereka secara terbuka," jurucakap itu menjelaskan bahawa "kebenarannya ialah jalanan kita tidak lagi selamat untuk orang Yahudi British dan anak-anak mereka. ... Sudah tiba masanya untuk penangkapan dan mereka yang melanggar undang-undang mesti menerima akibatnya."Antisemitisme telah meningkat dengan mendadak di UK selepas konflik Israel-Hamas. Memetik statistik CST, BBC melaporkan bahawa 1,978 kejadian antisemitisme berlaku dalam tempoh enam bulan pertama tahun 2024, meningkat daripada 964 dalam tempoh yang sama pada tahun 2023. Bilangannya mungkin lebih tinggi, kerana pelaporan data Polis Metropolitan terhalang selama tiga bulan disebabkan masalah teknikal.Campaign Against Antisemitism telah mencatatkan kesan emosi tahun lepas ke atas orang Yahudi British. Menurut kajian mereka, "42% orang Yahudi British mempertimbangkan untuk meninggalkan Britain" dalam tempoh dua tahun lepas disebabkan antisemitisme. Bilangan itu meningkat kepada 85% apabila mempertimbangkan antisemitisme dalam politik. Organisasi itu juga mendapati bahawa hanya "26% orang Yahudi British berpendapat bahawa Crown Prosecution Service melakukan usaha yang mencukupi untuk melindungi komuniti Yahudi."Serangan bas sekolah pada hari Khamis itu menyusuli satu lagi perbuatan keganasan yang mengejutkan. Pada 25 November, seorang lelaki di sebuah balkoni di East London membaling botol kaca ke arah sekumpulan remaja Yahudi yang sedang berjalan kaki ke latihan, menurut laporan Jewish Chronicle. Salah seorang remaja Yahudi itu dikejarkan ke hospital dengan "cedera kepala serius tetapi tidak mengancam nyawa." Kejadian itu sedang disiasat sebagai "jenayah antisemitisme yang berpotensi." Jurucakap dari Campaign Against Antisemitism memberitahu Digital bahawa mangsa itu "jelas kelihatan sebagai orang Yahudi."Pada tahun 2023, 3,328 kejadian antisemitisme telah direkodkan di UK, dengan lebih separuh daripadanya, 2,140, berlaku di London.Amichai Chikli, Menteri Hal Ehwal Diaspora dan Membanteras Antisemitisme Israel sebelum ini menggelarkan London sebagai "bandar paling antisemitis," disebabkan "suasana yang dicipta oleh penyokong Hamas".Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Acme, Founder of ACET, Calling on Thailand’s Embrace of Digital Assets SeaPRwire

Acme, Founder of ACET, Calling on Thailand’s Embrace of Digital Assets

November 30, 2024
London, United Kingdom – November 30, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – Recently, ACET celebrated reaching 150,000 holders worldwide. ACET founder Worawat “Acme” Narknawdee the 36-year old visionary Billionnaire, financial innovator, investor, and entrepreneur is calling on the Thai government to embrace Bitcoin as part of its international reserve fund. The Possibility of Bitcoin as Thailand’s Reserve Fund Acme believes that Bitcoin is no longer just a digital currency, but a force poised to transform the global economy. With Bitcoin’s market value surging to unprecedented heights, Acme argues that now is the time for Thailand to position itself as a leader in the digital age. Acme envisions Bitcoin as an indispensable asset that can help Thailand diversify its financial reserves, improve economic stability, and lead the way in blockchain innovation. While the volatility and regulatory concerns surrounding Bitcoin are valid, Acme believes these obstacles are surmountable with proper education, infrastructure, and regulatory reform. “Thailand stands at a crossroads,” Acme explained. “The future of money is digital, and Bitcoin is the key to unlocking the potential of a fully digital economy. By taking bold steps today, Thailand can lead the region and set the stage for long-term prosperity in the global digital economy.” “Bitcoin is more than a currency,” said Acme. “It is a revolutionary technology that can drive the future of finance, and Thailand has the potential to lead this charge.” His proposal is to integrate Bitcoin into Thailand’s reserves to enhance economic diversification, improve resilience against global volatility, and ultimately fuel the country’s digital economy. This strategic move could place Thailand at the forefront of blockchain technology and digital currency adoption in Southeast Asia. The Bold Path Forward Acme’s proposal may seem daring, but it offers an opportunity for Thailand to embrace the future, tapping into the transformative power of Bitcoin and blockchain technology. As the world increasingly moves toward a digital-first economy, Thailand’s decision to integrate Bitcoin into its reserves could serve as a catalyst for long-term growth and innovation, attracting global investment and positioning the nation as a true leader in the digital era. About Acme, Founder of ACET Since 2012, Acme has not only been an avid investor but also the largest Bitcoin holder in Thailand. While the exact number of BItcoins owned by Mr. Worawat has not yet been disclosed, sources from the crypto community estimated he was holding at least 11,000 BTC, more thn twice the amount of Bitcoins held by the Government of El Salvador, which declared Bitcoin as a legal tender in 2021. His commitment to the cryptocurrency ecosystem has shaped him into a thought leader in the space. In 2021, Acme solidified his place in the global fintech arena by launching ACT (ACET), a cryptocurrency coin that now boasts over 150,000 holders worldwide, with a total market value of more than $300 million USD. Acme’s influence extends beyond business. Known for his philanthropy, he has held two record-breaking Bitcoin giveaways, in 2017 and 2021, where he gifted a combined total of 16 Bitcoins (worth over 1.5 million USD at today’s prices) to fans, promoting cryptocurrency education and awareness. His commitment to sharing knowledge and empowering others has made him a household name in Thailand’s crypto community and beyond. Social Links X: https://x.com/ACTDeFansFi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ACTDeFansFi/ Telegram: https://t.me/ACTAcet Github: https://acet-finance.gitbook.io/act Media contact Brand: ACET Contact: Corporate Communication Division Email: media@acet.finance Website: https://acet.finance/ 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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Malaysia's multiple regions hit by heavy rain. MojiWeather: Stay tuned to alerts and stay safe. SeaPRwire

Malaysia's multiple regions hit by heavy rain. MojiWeather: Stay tuned to alerts and stay safe.

November 30, 2024
Multiple regions across Malaysia have been battered by torrential rains, sparking off a string of disasters. MojiWeather would like to remind everyone to keep a sharp eye on weather alerts and stay out of harm's way. According to the figures released by the Malaysia National Disaster Management Agency, as of November 29th, 27 localities within 8 states in Malaysia have fallen victim to the severe downpours. Swiftly reacting to the situation, the authorities have set up 427 temporary evacuation centers to provide the affected folks with much-needed help and support.Enable the weather alert feature on Moji Weather to receive real-time warnings of severe weather, stay ahead of the curve with weather conditions, and dodge the impacts of heavy rain disasters. The east coast of Malaysia has borne the brunt of this natural havoc. By the morning of the 29th, the deluge had left a staggering 80,059 people affected, with the tragic loss of 4 lives. What's more, the incessant heavy rains are prone to spawn a slew of secondary disasters, ranging from waterlogged farmlands and urban inundations to flash floods, landslides, mudslides, and floods in small- and medium-sized rivers, all of which pose a significant peril to people's lives and property. In light of the current crisis, the public should be on high alert and take enhanced precautions. For pedestrians in flood-stricken cities, it's crucial to stay clear of low-lying areas, underpasses, underground transit tunnels and any other spots that tend to pool water. Also, keep a safe distance from swirling eddies to avoid tumbling into wells or pits. Should you come across leaning high-voltage pylons or dangling electrical wires, back away immediately to dodge the risk of electrocution. And it's highly recommended to hold off on driving to prevent your vehicle from being swept away and getting stuck. Residents in low-lying residential areas need to get proactive about flood prevention, perhaps by fortifying drainage systems or laying sandbags in advance, to keep floodwaters at bay and safeguard their homes. Remember to cut off the power supply promptly to fend off electrical hazards. When things take a turn for the worse, evacuate to higher ground, like rooftops, without hesitation to ensure personal safety. To wrap it up, MojiWeather strongly urges all users to stay tuned to weather forecasts so as to make sound decisions. Our 48-hour precipitation map service offers a crystal-clear, immersive display of precipitation patterns worldwide over the next two days, complete with kilometer- and minute-level precision forecasts,Meteorological cloud maps combined with professional data reminders are easy to operate, and meteorological information can be accessed with just one click, making it convenient for users to better cope with the challenges brought by extreme weather. MojiWeather has been delving deep into the realm of meteorological services for a solid fifteen years. Boasting 700 million registered users across the globe, it harnesses its vast accumulation of meteorological data and cutting-edge algorithm technologies to offer professional meteorological forecasting services. This enables users to better handle all kinds of inclement weather conditions that crop up in their daily lives, thus facilitating them to make scientific and prompt life decisions.
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The Hong Kong Institute of Directors Announces Winners ACN Newswire

The Hong Kong Institute of Directors Announces Winners

November 30, 2024
HONG KONG, Nov 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") announced the winners of its Award Series for Director Excellence (the "Awards") – comprising the long-established Directors of the Year Awards ("DYA") and the inaugural Climate Governance Awards ("CGA"), at its Annual Dinner yesterday at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event began with an opening speech by Dr Christopher To, Chairman of the HKIoD. Dr The Hon Moses Cheng Mo Chi, Non-official Member of the Executive Council of HKSARG, Mr Xu Wei Gang, Director General, Department of Economic Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in HKSAR, Ms Salina Yan, JP, Permanent Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury (Financial Services), and Dr Kelvin Wong, Chairman, Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC") and Chairman, Accounting and Financial Reporting Council ("AFRC") were invited as guests of honour. The response to the Awards submissions was overwhelmingly positive. After a lively discussion among the judges, this year's 19 winners, including directors and boards, were selected - all embodying the theme "Leading with Agility in an Era of Innovation". The awardees have demonstrated not only agility, but also the vision, courage and wisdom to lead against the backdrop of a demanding economic environment and prevailing geopolitical tensions. Moreover, they highlight the importance of having directors who can guide their companies in identifying the risks and opportunities associated with climate change, which are vital for ensuring the sustainability of the world and humanity.The Awardees of HKIoD Award Series* for Director Excellence 2024 are listed below:*Two series of Awards:- "DYA", acronym for "Directors Of The Year Awards"- "CGA", acronym for "Climate Governance Awards"In alphabetical order of names within categoryListed Companies CategoriesExecutive DirectorsDYAMr Chan Wai MingTown Ray Holdings LimitedCGAMs Clara Chan Yuen-shanLee Kee Holdings LimitedDYAMr Fu FanChina Pacific Insurance (Group) Co., LtdCGA Mr Li Wai LeungHengan Internationals Group Company LimitedMr Peter Wong Wai-YeeThe Hong Kong and China Gas Company LimitedDYA & CGAMr Yan Jianguo JPChina Overseas Land & Investment LimitedNon-Executive DirectorsDYA Dr Chung Shui Ming TimpsonChina Railway Group LimitedDr Tseng Shieng-chang CarterTCL Electronics Holdings LimitedProf Wang YijiangTCL Electronics Holdings LimitedBoardsDYA & CGAChina Resources Beer (Holdings) Company LimitedCGAHong Kong and China Gas Company LimitedDYA & CGAPing An Insurance (Group)Company of China, LtdCGAUnited Company RUSAL, international public joint-stock companyNon-listed Companies CategoriesExecutive DirectorsDYAMs Michelle ChanAS Watson IndustriesCGA Ir Prof Daniel M.ChengDunwell Technology (Holdings) Limited) (Dunwell Group)Ir Dr Cheng Sai Yau, VincentArup Fellow and Director of Climate and Sustainability in East AsiaDYAMr Orr Ka-yeung KevinWinner Medical (Hong Kong) LtdStatutory/ Non-profit-distributing Organisations CategoriesBoardsDYAHong Kong Tourism Board*In addition: recognition of Excellence in Board DiversityThe Institute of Internal Auditors Hong Kong*In addition: recognition of Excellence in Board DiversityThe guests of honour, special guests and officials to join the group photos together with the awardees (2nd row).About "HKIoD Award Series for Director Excellence"The HKIoD Award Series for Director Excellence is a project organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") and consists of two series of Awards.The first series, Directors Of The Year Awards, was inaugurated in 2001 as the first ever such Awards organised in Asia. As directors are ultimately responsible for corporate governance and leading the company in prosperity and integrity, the objectives of the Awards are to recognise outstanding boards and directors and to promote good practices in corporate governance and director professionalism. The Awards have become an annual project of impact in the community organised by HKIoD together with over 100 Project Partners. To date, 255 Awardees have been recognised for their achievements in demonstrating exemplary high standards in corporate governance and director practice.Inaugurated in 2024, Climate Governance Awards constitute the second series of HKIoD Awards with the objectives to recognise and inspire exemplary achievements in climate governance and to advocate climate action by directors. There are 10 awardees who have been acknowledged in the inaugural edition of the awards. It is critical time now for directors to address the risks and opportunities of climate change in board agendas and their governance role.Candidates are open to public nomination, with data processed in well-defined and stringent procedures, followed by interviews with independent consultants in utmost due diligence and finally selected by independent judges with high standards and fair judgment. Awards are presented by company categories, viz Listed Companies, Non-listed Companies and Statutory/Non-profit-distributing Organisations, and by capacities, viz Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors and Boards.About The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD")The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") is Hong Kong's premier body representing directors working together to advance corporate sustainability in creating long-term value for companies, their owners, stakeholders, humankind and Planet Earth through advocacy and standards-setting in corporate governance and director professionalism. Led by Founder Chairman Dr The Hon Moses Cheng, HKIoD was founded in 1997. Throughout the years, HKIoD is honoured to have the Chief Executive of HKSAR as the Institute's Patron. Membership of HKIoD comprises of directors from diverse industries and corporate types and includes Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors and Independent Non-Executive Directors. With multi-culturalism and international perspectives, HKIoD organises activities that cover director training, seminars and forums, collective director voice, guideline establishment, public education, Award Series for Director Excellence, assessment of Corporate Governance Scorecard for listed companies etc.As a member body of the Global Network of Director Institutes ("GNDI"), HKIoD is committed to global collaboration in promoting good corporate governance and director professionalism. HKIoD is the appointed Host of the Hong Kong Chapter of Climate Governance Initiative, a global network that collaborates with the World Economic Forum in actively promoting directors' address of the risks and opportunities of climate change.For details please visit:http://www.hkiod.com|http://www.gndi.org|https://climate-governance.org/Media Enquiries:Award Series for Director Excellence:Strategic Public Relations Group LimitedThe Hong Kong Institute of DirectorsBrenda Chan+852 2114 4396/ brenda.chan@sprg.com.hkOdessa So +852 2889 4988/ odessa.so@hkiod.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Launch of Demonstration Test for CO2 Capture from Chemical Recovery Boilers at Paper Mills in Japan JCN Newswire

Launch of Demonstration Test for CO2 Capture from Chemical Recovery Boilers at Paper Mills in Japan

November 30, 2024
TOKYO, Nov 29, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Hokuetsu Corporation, one of Japan's leading paper manufacturers, launched a CO2 capture demonstration test at Niigata Mill (Niigata City), in November. This demonstration test aims to capture CO2 from a chemical recovery boiler that produces the steam and electricity needed for paper manufacturing, by using MHI's "CO2MPACT™ Mobile(Note)", a compact CO2 capture system. This is the first case in which MHI's CO2 capture technology is being applied to the pulp and paper industry. This demonstration test will allow MHI to analyze and evaluate data for commercial application and accelerate decarbonization in this industry.Chemical recovery boilers use "black liquor" as their main fuel, which is generated as a by-product in the pulp production process, the raw material for paper. The wood chips are dissolved in a sodium-containing solvent known as "white liquor" to extract the pulp, and the white liquor component is recovered from the black liquor residue that remains after combustion and is re-circulated for reuse.As the need for decarbonization grows around the world, Japan is also actively engaged in decarbonization efforts in various industrial sectors. And the pulp and paper industry is one of them. This demonstration test is expected to provide the pulp and paper industry with a solution that contributes to further global environmental measures by directly capturing CO2 emissions in the production process.MHI Group has formally declared its intent to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040, and the Company is now working strategically to decarbonize both the energy demand and supply sides. A core element of the Company's "Energy Transition," which targets decarbonization on the energy supply side, is the development of a CCUS value chain integrating diverse sources of carbon emissions with modes for carbon storage and utilization. Going forward, MHI Group will continue to proactively promote its CCUS business worldwide, applying its proprietary CO2 capture technologies, contributing as a solutions provider to reducing greenhouse gas emissions on a global scale, and developing further solutions that contribute to environmental protection.For details of the "CO2MPACT™" series, see the following press release: www.mhi.com/news/240919.htmlAbout MHI Group's CO2 capture technologiesMHI Group has been developing the KM CDR Process™ (Kansai Mitsubishi Carbon Dioxide Recovery Process) and the Advanced KM CDR Process™ in collaboration with the Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc. since 1990. As of November 2024, the Company has delivered 18 plants adopting these processes. The Advanced KM CDR Process™ adopts the KS-21™ solvent, which incorporates technological improvements over the amine-based KS-1™ and offers superior regeneration efficiency and lower deterioration than the KS-1™, and it has been verified to provide excellent energy saving performance, reduce operation costs, and result in low amine emissions.For further information on MHI Group's CO2 capture plants:https://www.mhi.com/products/engineering/co2plants.htmlAbout 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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Mitsubishi Electric’s Swedish Subsidiary Signs a Share Transfer Agreement to Wholly Acquire Norwegian Elevator Company ALT Heis JCN Newswire

Mitsubishi Electric’s Swedish Subsidiary Signs a Share Transfer Agreement to Wholly Acquire Norwegian Elevator Company ALT Heis

November 30, 2024
TOKYO, Nov 29, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) (hereafter, Mitsubishi Electric) announced today that it acquired all shares of Norwegian elevator company ALT Heis (headquartered in Bergen, Norway) on November 29 through its wholly owned subsidiary, Motum (headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden).Mitsubishi Electric and Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation (hereafter, MEBS) are aiming to expand their elevator maintenance business globally, and the present acquisition follows the 2023 acquisition of UNIHEIS (headquarters: Oslo, Norway).Through this acquisition, we will expand our maintenance business in Norway and further strengthen our business foundation by promoting a strategy aimed at increasing our elevator maintenance stock in the European market, where we anticipate continued growth in demand for maintenance and renewal.Comments from Each PartyTomas Knutsen, CEO of ALT Heis AS“Our company places the highest priority on customer satisfaction and delivering high-quality services. By joining forces with Motum AB, we are confident that we will be able to strengthen the business foundation we have built up over many years, further improve the quality of our services, and provide our valued customers with innovative solutions.”Fredrik Eliasson, CEO of Motum AB“ALT Heis’s commitment to service and customer satisfaction are in perfect alignment with Motum’s values and goals. This acquisition will bring direct benefits to our customers as it will expand the range of products and services we provide and strengthen the capabilities of our group. As a multi-subsidiary group operating in Sweden and Norway, ALT Heis joining the Motum family enable us to serve the market as an integrated provider across a larger geographic area.”Iwao Oda, Executive Officer, Group President, Building Systems, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation / Representative Director, President & CEO, Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation“We have positioned the expansion and reinforcement of our European business as one of the core strategies of our building systems business. Following our previous acquisition of UNIHEIS, this latest acquisition will further strengthen our position in Norway, and we will continue to actively pursue M&A strategies with the aim of achieving sustainable growth.”Reasons for The Acquisition of ALT HeisIn the building systems business, one of Mitsubishi Electric’s key growth businesses, MEBS, a consolidated subsidiary established in April 2022, is engaged in providing products and services and expanding its operations by making the most of its integrated system, which encompasses everything from development and manufacturing to maintenance and renewal. In the overseas elevator business, particularly in the mature European market, demand for maintenance and renewal is expected to grow against the backdrop of an increasing number of aging elevators and heightened environmental awareness, and we are in the process of building a system that will make it possible for us to provide our customers with value more rapidly.Since 2019, ALT Heis has been focusing on the elevator maintenance and renewal business in Bergen, Norway’s second largest city after Oslo. With the acquisition of ALT Heis by Motum, we will further strengthen our business foundation while promoting a strategy of expanding our elevator maintenance stock in Europe, with the aim of comprehensively extending our reach throughout the main regions in Norway where demand is concentrated.About ALT HeisNameALT Heis ASLocationBergen, NorwayEstablishment2019Employees25 (As of September 30, 2024)BusinessSales, installation, and maintenance of elevators, primarily in Norway About MotumNameMotum ABLocationStockholm, SwedenEstablishment2013EmployeesApproximately 400 (As of September 30, 2024)BusinessSales, installation, maintenance, and modernization of elevators, and automatic doors, primarily in Sweden About Mitsubishi Electric CorporationWith more than 100 years of experience in providing reliable, high-quality products, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) is a recognized world leader in the manufacture, marketing and sales of electrical and electronic equipment used in information processing and communications, space development and satellite communications, consumer electronics, industrial technology, energy, transportation and building equipment. Mitsubishi Electric enriches society with technology in the spirit of its “Changes for the Better.” The company recorded a revenue of 5,257.9 billion yen (U.S.$ 34.8 billion*) in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024. For more information, please visit www.MitsubishiElectric.com *U.S. dollar amounts are translated from yen at the rate of ¥151=U.S.$1, the approximate rate on the Tokyo Foreign Exchange Market on March 31, 2024About Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions CorporationMitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation is a consolidated subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation established in April 2022 that conducts a comprehensive range of operations in the building systems business, from development and manufacturing to maintenance and renewal. As a building solutions provider, we support the economic and social infrastructure through one-stop integrated solutions that combine a wide range of building-related products and services, including elevators, escalators, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, and building systems, as well as with our extensive experience in building operation and management, and advanced digital technology. From buildings to building complexes and even entire cities, we contribute to enriching human life in buildings and urban spaces by solving a wide variety of issues that are closely linked to people and society, with the ultimate aim of realizing smart cities. For more information, please visit www.mebs.com/ Customer Inquiries Global Business Development GroupStrategic Planning Office (LBS)Mitsubishi Electric CorporationTel: +81-3-3218-2950www.MitsubishiElectric.com/Media Inquiries Public Relations Division Mitsubishi Electric Corporationprd.gnews@nk.MitsubishiElectric.co.jp Corporate Communications Division Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions CorporationTel: +81-3-6206-5030a_mebs_press@meltec.co.jp Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20241129.pdf Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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JAL and NEC Test AI-Powered Carry-On Baggage Analysis Solution JCN Newswire

JAL and NEC Test AI-Powered Carry-On Baggage Analysis Solution

November 30, 2024
TOKYO, Nov 29, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) and NEC Corporation (NEC) have jointly conducted a trial of the "NEC Baggage Counting Solution"(1), which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to automatically analyze the quantity and types of carry-on baggage at boarding gates. The solution, a world first(2), enables measures to be taken for carry-on baggage, which is one of the causes of flight delays, aiming to improve on-time performance and ensure smooth boarding.Based on the results of this trial, JAL is exploring methods for implementing the solution in the future.BackgroundExcess cabin baggage can lead to congestion in the aisles as passengers spend extra time storing their items in the overhead bins. It may also result in baggage being transferred to the cargo compartment after boarding has commenced, thereby increasing boarding time and potentially causing flight delays.Overview of the trialConducted from April to September 2024 at Boarding Gate 13 in Terminal 1 of Tokyo International Airport (Haneda), the trial involved evaluating the solution’s analysis accuracy (detection and classification accuracy) and its alert timing for exceeding overhead storage limits to determine its effectiveness.Trial details:1. Cameras installed at the boarding gate capture footage, which is analyzed using AI to detect cabin baggage carried by passengers.2. Detected baggage is classified into predefined categories, and the space each item would occupy in overhead bins is estimated in real time.3. An alert is triggered when the estimated storage capacity reaches a preset threshold.Results and future prospectsThe solution enabled the collection and analysis of data on baggage amounts and alert frequency. This data can be used to develop concrete measures to prevent departure delays due to baggage storage and the reloading of baggage in the cargo compartment.Going forward, JAL will continue utilizing digital technology to ensure smoother boarding, improve punctuality, and optimize the overall customer experience. NEC provides end-to-end services for this kind of digital transformation (DX) through the "NEC BluStellar" value-delivery model. NEC BluStellar transforms business models to address social and business challenges by applying diverse industry insights and world-leading technological expertise to the entire DX process, from customer strategy consultation through implementation.(1)Patent pending.(2)According to NEC research as of November 2024.ShareAbout NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at www.nec.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Hitachi Energy to integrate ScottishPower wind farm to power almost one million homes in the United Kingdom JCN Newswire

Hitachi Energy to integrate ScottishPower wind farm to power almost one million homes in the United Kingdom

November 30, 2024
ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, Nov 29, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy will provide onshore and offshore grid connection equipment and power quality solutions to ScottishPower Renewables, part of the Iberdrola Group, a global leader in renewable energies. The project will enablethe integration of 960-megawatt (MW) of renewable electricity from the East Anglia TWO (EA TWO) wind farm, located 32 km off the Suffolk coast of England. This will provide enough green power for the equivalent of almost one million homes and significantly contribute to the UK's 2030 energy targets.The energy landscape is growing at an unprecedented pace, and integrating renewables into the grid at scale reveals new challenges, such as lack of inertia, power imbalances, limited interconnections, and voltage instability. Through projects like EA TWO, Hitachi Energy's domain expertise and large installed base in power quality solutions are helping countries overcome these challenges to enhance the use of renewable energy and meet carbon neutrality targets.In this spirit of collaboration and co-creation, Hitachi Energy and ScottishPower Renewables have set new advanced solutions and quality standards to accelerate the energy transition through offshore wind.“Connecting the clean, green generation from our turbines to the grid is a vital part of any renewables project and it’s great to be in such capable hands with Hitachi Energy for East Anglia TWO,” said Ross Ovens, ScottishPower Renewables’ Managing Director for Offshore. “This £4 billion windfarm will have the capacity to power almost onemillion homes with green electricity and will help drive the country forward on its clean energy mission. We can only achieve that by partnering with leading companies like Hitachi Energy and we look forward to working together to make that happen.”"We are proud to work with ScottishPower Renewables to accelerate the clean energy transition. Integrating bulkrenewables such as wind power is critical to accelerating the energy transition and is also an effective and long-term solution to decarbonize power," says Niklas Persson, Managing Director, Business Unit Grid Integration, Hitachi Energy. "We are playing our part in integrating renewables and enabling Europe to become the world's first climate- neutral continent by 2050."Hitachi Energy will provide Grid-eXpandTM Offshore solutions and onshore grid connection equipment using an EconiQTM gas-insulated switchgear. The Grid-enSure™ power quality solution, SVC Light STATCOM, will play a key role in using power electronics and advanced control systems to ensure reliable, flexible, and stable power despite theintermittent nature of wind power.Hitachi Energy's leading grid integration equipment and power electronics solutions continue laying the foundation fora resilient and flexible grid, supporting the European energy system's transformation to sustainable power.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 60 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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Pemandu bas sekolah didakwa menahan gadis selama 12 tahun Berita

Pemandu bas sekolah didakwa menahan gadis selama 12 tahun

November 29, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - Pendakwa raya telah mendedahkan bahawa seorang lelaki didakwa menculik seorang gadis berusia 7 tahun dan menahannya selama lebih sedekad sehingga dia berjaya melarikan diri awal tahun ini.Suspek, yang dikenali sebagai Carlos Humberto Grisales Higuita, kini menghadapi tuduhan penculikan mudah, penderaan seksual terhadap kanak-kanak bawah umur 14 tahun, perbuatan seksual dengan kanak-kanak bawah umur 14 tahun dan pornografi dengan orang bawah umur 18 tahun, menurut pendakwa raya di Medellín, Colombia."Lelaki itu, yang bekerja sebagai pemandu bas sekolah, didakwa menahan seorang gadis berusia 7 tahun pada awal tahun 2012 dan membawanya ke sebuah rumah di pusat bandar," kata pendakwa raya. "Dia didakwa memanipulasi dan menyerang mangsa secara seksual, menyebabkan mangsa mempercayai bahawa tingkah laku sedemikian adalah normal."Penyiasat menyatakan bahawa semasa ditawan, nama mangsa telah ditukar, dia dibawa ke pelbagai bangunan di bandar Medellín dan Bello, dan dia tidak dibenarkan bersekolah."Apabila mangsa berusia 16 tahun, dia mengadu kepada penyerang yang didakwa mengenai layanan yang diterimanya, dan sebagai balasannya dia didakwa dikunci di dalam sebuah rumah, dari mana dia berjaya melarikan diri pada bulan Februari tahun ini," kata pendakwa raya.Mereka juga menyatakan bahawa mangsa pada mulanya telah dilaporkan hilang 12 tahun lalu."Grisales Higuita telah ditangkap oleh Polis Negara di Medellín," menurut pendakwa raya. "Semasa pendengaran pendahuluan, dia tidak menerima tuduhan yang dikemukakan oleh Pejabat Pendakwa Raya."Grisales Higuita masih ditahan oleh pihak berkuasa tempatan.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Paparan Pertama Bahagian Dalam Katedral Notre Dame yang Telah Dipulihkan Lima Tahun Selepas Kebakaran Besar “`

November 29, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - Imej dan video yang muncul pada hari Jumaat menunjukkan pandangan pertama di dalam Katedral Notre Dame yang telah dipulihkan di Paris, lima tahun selepas kebakaran yang dahsyat.telah melawat struktur ikonik itu sebelum dibuka semula kepada orang ramai pada 8 Disember, menggambarkan pengalaman itu sebagai "mengejutkan," lapor Reuters.Di luar, monumen abad ke-12 itu masih tapak pembinaan, dengan perancah dan kren, tetapi di dalam, pemulihan – yang termasuk penyingkiran habuk yang terkumpul selama bertahun-tahun – telah mendedahkan warna-warna terang katedral itu sekali lagi."Kami sangat ingin mengalu-alukan seluruh dunia di bawah bumbung katedral kami," kata Uskup Agung Paris Laurent Ulrich di laman webnya, "Pada malam 15 April [2019], beratus-ratus ribu orang telah komited kepada apa yang ketika itu kelihatan seperti taruhan yang mustahil: untuk memulihkan katedral dan mengembalikan kegemilangannya dalam tempoh lima tahun yang belum pernah terjadi sebelumnya." Tukang kayu bekerja dengan tangan seperti rakan sekerja mereka pada zaman pertengahan ketika mereka menebang balok kayu oak gergasi untuk membina semula bumbung dan menara yang runtuh semasa kebakaran itu.Hampir $1 bilion dalam derma telah dikumpulkan pada hari-hari selepas kebakaran itu.Ketua pemulihan Philippe Jost bahawa kira-kira $148 juta daripada dana tersebut masih ada.Beliau menyatakan bahawa dana tersebut akan digunakan "dengan persetujuan para penaung dan penderma untuk menjalankan kempen kerja yang diperlukan," memandangkan Notre Dame menghadapi permintaan berterusan untuk pemeliharaan dan integriti struktur. Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris, sebuah badan bukan untung yang ditubuhkan pada tahun 2017, telah membantu mengetuai usaha pengumpulan dana antarabangsa.Michel Picaud, presiden Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris, memberitahu Digital minggu lepas bahawa katedral itu sudah berada dalam keadaan yang teruk"Kebakaran itu adalah peristiwa yang dahsyat bagi kami kerana tiba-tiba kami bukan sahaja perlu memulihkan sebahagian daripada katedral tetapi membina semula, yang bermaksud sejauh mana apa yang perlu kami lakukan adalah jauh lebih besar. Kami sangat berharap bahawa kami akan berjaya membina semula ini dengan ketara," kata Picaud.Macron akan kembali pada 7 Disember untuk menyampaikan ucapan dan menghadiri pentahbisan altar baharu semasa Misa yang penuh khidmat pada keesokan harinya.’ Ashley J. DiMella dan Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Pendaki Kanada yang Hilang Ditemui Hidup Selepas Beberapa Minggu Menghadapi Sejuk Membekukan Berita

Pendaki Kanada yang Hilang Ditemui Hidup Selepas Beberapa Minggu Menghadapi Sejuk Membekukan

November 29, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - Seorang pendaki yang telah hilang selama lebih dari enam minggu telah ditemui di kawasan pada awal minggu ini, menurut Polis DiRaja Kanada (RCMP).RCMP Northern Rockies dimaklumkan pada hari Selasa sekitar pukul 11:30 pagi bahawa Sam Benastick, 20, telah ditemui. Dia telah dilaporkan hilang oleh keluarganya pada 19 Oktober.Keluarga Benastick bimbang apabila dia tidak menghubungi mereka selepas memulakan perjalanan selama 10 hari pada 7 Oktober dalam keadaan musim sejuk yang teruk, dengan suhu menjunam di bawah 4 darjah Fahrenheit.Benastick ditemui apabila dua orang yang dalam perjalanan ke Redfern Lake Trail untuk bekerja melihatnya berjalan ke arah mereka. Dia menggunakan tongkat untuk menyokong dirinya dan menggunakan beg tidur yang dipotong untuk memastikan kakinya tetap hangat.Kedua-dua lelaki itu membawa Benastick ke hospital, di mana polis mengesahkan dia sebagai pendaki yang hilang itu.Dia memberitahu polis bahawa dia telah berada di dalam keretanya untuk sebahagian daripada masa itu tetapi kemudian berjalan ke di mana dia berkhemah selama 10 hingga 15 hari. Selepas itu, dia berpindah ke bawah lembah dan membina perkhemahan dan tempat perlindungan di dalam dasar sungai kering sebelum akhirnya memberhentikan kedua-dua lelaki itu."Menemui Sam masih hidup adalah hasil yang terbaik. Selepas sekian lama dia hilang, dikhuatiri bahawa ini bukan akan menjadi kesudahannya," kata Koperal RCMP Madonna Saunderson.Agensi itu terus mengucapkan terima kasih kepada pelbagai bidang kuasa yang memberikan sokongan bantuan bersama semasa pencarian, serta kepada Canadian Rangers dan sukarelawan dengan pengetahuan luas tentang kawasan pedalaman."Masa, usaha dan sumber yang digunakan untuk mencari Sam dari semasa dia dilaporkan hilang adalah tidak terkira. Kami bersyukur atas hasil yang baik ini," kata Saunderson.Satu GoFundMe telah ditubuhkan oleh kakaknya selepas kehilangannya untuk membantu dengan perbelanjaan yang digunakan untuk mencarinya.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Rusia dan Syria Mengebom Pemberontak Islam Syria Selepas Serangan Tiba-tiba “` Berita

Rusia dan Syria Mengebom Pemberontak Islam Syria Selepas Serangan Tiba-tiba “`

November 29, 2024
(SeaPRwire) - Satu kumpulan militan Islam radikal melancarkan serangan ketenteraan terbesar mereka terhadap pasukan rejim Syria sejak 2020 di barat laut Republik Arab Syria yang dilanda perang, menyebabkan pesawat pejuang Rusia dan Syria menyerang serangan pemberontak pada hari Khamis.Pemberontak yang diketuai oleh organisasi pengganas Islam yang dilabel sebagai pengganas oleh Amerika Syarikat, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, menyerang selusin bandar dan kampung di wilayah Aleppo barat laut, yang dikawal oleh pasukan Presiden Syria Bashar al-Assad.Serangan militan Islam Syria bermula pada hari yang sama bahawa sekutu Assad, organisasi pengganas yang berpangkalan di Lubnan, Hezbollah, mencapai perjanjian gencatan senjata dengan Israel untuk menamatkan peperangan selama lebih 14 bulan.Pertempuran itu melibatkan sekumpulan pelbagai kumpulan yang diklasifikasikan oleh Amerika Syarikat sebagai penaja pengganas negara – rejim Assad, Republik Islam Iran – menentang gerakan pengganas Islam yang disokong Turki. Rejim Vladimir Putin di Rusia telah menghadapi… semasa pencerobohan ke Ukraine.Bekas pegawai perisikan pertahanan Amerika Syarikat Rebekah Koffler, yang merupakan pakar mengenai Putin, memberitahu Digital, "Ini adalah taktik klasik Putin, apa yang berlaku di Syria, pada Hari Kesyukuran. Dia melakukan apa yang dipanggil peningkatan lateral di Syria, sebagai tindak balas kepada Biden yang memberi kebenaran kepada [Presiden Ukraine Volodymyr] Zelensky untuk menggunakan… ke dalam Rusia, dan Zelensky menerima tawaran Biden. Rusia dan Amerika Syarikat berada di pihak yang bertentangan dalam perang di Syria. Jadi Putin meningkatkan sokongan kepada Assad, yang bertentangan dengan dasar Amerika Syarikat, memberi isyarat kepada Biden bahawa dia akan menentang kepentingan Amerika Syarikat di pelbagai kawasan geografi."Koffler menambah, "Putin memberi isyarat tekanan kepada Biden untuk menarik balik kebenaran daripada Zelensky untuk menggunakan ATACMs terhadap Rusia. Doktrinnya ialah 'menaikkan taraf untuk menurunkan taraf'. Dengan serangan baru-baru ini terhadap… ke atas Ukraine, Putin naik beberapa anak tangga dalam tangga peningkatan. Dengan angkatan udara Rusia menyertai pengeboman angkatan udara Syria ke atas Syria barat laut yang dikuasai pemberontak, dia juga bergerak secara lateral pada tangga peningkatan, untuk mengatasi Amerika Syarikat, mengganggu keseimbangan Biden, dan mewujudkan sebanyak mungkin pengaruh rundingan ke atas Ukraine untuk dirinya sendiri sebelum Presiden Trump memulakan penggal keduanya. Saya tidak akan terkejut jika Assad menyerang wilayah yang dikuasai pemberontak dengan senjata kimia sekali lagi."Alex Grinberg, seorang pakar Israel mengenai Rusia, memberitahu Digital bahawa baki tentera Assad tidak dapat melawan Hayat Tahrir al-Sham tanpa kuasa udara Rusia.Katanya ini adalah "apa yang biasanya dilakukan oleh Rusia" di Syria.Media kerajaan yang dikawal oleh rejim Iran menyatakan bahawa Briged Jeneral Kor Pengawal Revolusi Islam (IRGC) Kioumars Pourhashemi terkorban di Aleppo semasa serangan itu. Pourhashemi adalah penasihat tentera kanan IRGC di Syria.Pemberontak Islam mengatakan kempen itu sebagai tindak balas kepada serangan yang semakin meningkat dalam beberapa minggu kebelakangan ini terhadap orang awam oleh angkatan udara Rusia dan Syria di kawasan di selatan Idlib, dan untuk mencegah sebarang serangan oleh tentera Syria, yang menurut mereka sedang mengumpulkan tentera berhampiran barisan hadapan dengan pemberontak.Perang Assad terhadap penduduknya, yang bermula dengan rakyat Syria yang meminta demokrasi pada tahun 2011, telah mengakibatkan pembunuhan lebih 500,000 orang.Iran telah menghantar beribu-ribu pejuang ke Syria semasa perang Syria. Walaupun ini termasuk ahli Pengawal, yang secara rasminya berkhidmat sebagai penasihat, sebahagian besarnya adalah militan Syiah dari seluruh rantau ini.Sumber keselamatan Turki menyatakan pada hari Khamis bahawa pemberontak pada mulanya melancarkan operasi terhad selepas serangan oleh pasukan kerajaan Syria, dan mengembangkan operasi itu selepas pasukan kerajaan meninggalkan kedudukan mereka.Reuters menyumbang kepada laporan ini.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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NEFECON(R) Included in National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL)

November 29, 2024
HONG KONG, Nov 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On November 28, the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security announced the "National Reimbursement Drug List (2024)" (NRDL), which will officially take effect on January 1, 2025. NEFECON(R), the first etiological treatment for IgA nephropathy developed by Everest Medicines, was successfully included in the NRDL. This milestone signifies a breakthrough in advancing the standardization of IgAN treatment and improving accessibility and affordability, offering hope for millions of IgAN patients in China. NEFECON(R) has been prescribed in mainland China since May this year and has been approved in Macau, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, South Korea and in Singapore under the trade name Nefegan(R).NEFECON(R) is the first ever treatment for IgAN to receive full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the first non-oncology therapeutic to receive breakthrough therapy designation in China by the China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), underscoring its globally leading position and exceptional clinical value. Recently, at the 2024 American Society of Nephrology (ASN) Annual Meeting, data from the open-label extension (OLE) phase of the NefIgArd Phase 3 trial demonstrated that patients undergoing a second course of NEFECON(R) treatment experienced similar benefits in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) preservation and proteinuria reduction as observed after the initial treatment, with good tolerance. These findings further validate the feasibility and efficacy of long-term treatment strategies, aligning with recommendations from the "KDIGO 2024 Clinical Practice Guideline for The Management Of Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy (IgAN) And Immunoglobulin A Vasculitis (IgAV)", highlighting NEFECON(R)'s innovation and clinical value in IgAN treatment. NEFECON(R) was also listed as the only treatment proven to reduce the levels of pathogenic forms of IgA and IgA immune complexes.IgAN is highly prevalent in Asia and is one of the main causes of kidney failure in young adults in China. Statistics show that with approximately 5 million IgAN patients in China and over 100,000 newly diagnosed patients annually, there is a significant unmet clinical demand. Since NEFECON(R)'s first prescription was issued in Mainland China in May 2024, the product has demonstrated strong market performance. According to Everest Medicines' interim report, NEFECON(R) achieved RMB1.673 billion in sales within its first month, reflecting widespread recognition of its therapeutic benefits and the significant demand for innovative therapies among Chinese patients.With NEFECON(R)'s successful inclusion in the NRDL, its accessibility and coverage in China are expected to increase significantly, driving sustained and robust commercial revenue growth for Everest Medicines. This milestone not only strengthens the company's leadership in nephrology but also injects new momentum into optimizing resource allocation and promoting synergistic development. As reimbursement coverage leads to expanded market penetration, this development is poised to be a key catalyst in unlocking the full value of the company's core products, further accelerating the reevaluation of its market potential.NEFECON(R) included in the NRDL is a testament to Everest Medicines' differentiated commercial strategy. Another core product, XERAVA(R) (eravacycline) is the world's first fluorocycline antibiotic for the treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections, continues to excel in the field of complicated intra-abdominal infections. According to the recently released final report of the "Comprehensive Evaluation Project on the Clinical Application of Eravacycline", the drug demonstrated an impressive overall treatment effectiveness rate of 90.1%, further affirming its clinical value and safety. As of the first half of 2024, XERAVA(R) achieved cumulative sales of RMB2.33 billion, underscoring its strong market acceptance and potential.In the autoimmune disease portfolio, VELSIPITY(R) continues to make steady progress in its commercialization journey. In October, under the "Hong Kong and Macau Medicine and Equipment Connect" policy, VELSIPITY(R) received approval from the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration and is now available for use in three designated medical institutions within the Greater Bay Area. Earlier this year, VELSIPITY(R) was also approved for use in Macau and Singapore. In addition, Everest Medicines recently submitted a new drug application (NDA) for VELSIPITY(R) in Hong Kong and plans to submit an NDA in Mainland China by the end of the year. As Everest Medicines' third commercialized product, VELSIPITY(R) is poised to become a key growth driver, with significant market potential expected to unfold as its adoption expands further.Everest Medicines continues to make significant strides in innovative R&D, with its proprietary mRNA development platform now fully localized. The company's first personalized mRNA cancer vaccine, EVM16, has Initiated an Investigator-Initiated Clinical Trial (IIT). Additionally, EVER001, a next-generation covalent reversible Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor being developed globally for the treatment of renal diseases, marks another important advancement. Everest Medicines will host an investor call on December 4th to discuss the results of the Phase 1b/2a clinical study of EVER001 in primary membranous nephropathy, highlighting its potential to drive future growth.Driven by the inclusion of NEFECON(R) in the NRDL and the continued progress of its core pipeline, Everest Medicines' business model demonstrates its resilience and strength. The company remains steadfast in fulfilling its commitments to investors while strengthening market confidence in its innovation and long-term growth potential. With a diversified focus on renal, infectious, and autoimmune diseases, Everest Medicines is harnessing its robust commercialization platform to fuel growth, steadily advancing toward its vision of becoming Asia's leading global biopharmaceutical company. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Niyo Doubles Click-Through Rates and Improves Customer Retention with CleverTap ACN Newswire

Niyo Doubles Click-Through Rates and Improves Customer Retention with CleverTap

November 29, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO, CA & MUMBAI, Nov 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Niyo, India’s leading fintech startup, teamed up with CleverTap, the all-in-one engagement platform, to improve customer experiences through personalized engagement and real-time interactions. Since its founding in 2015, Niyo has been revolutionizing financial services in India, particularly with its international travel cards and app-based financial services, catering to the evolving needs of its users.In its almost decade-long journey, Niyo recognized the challenges that modern Indian travellers face at every touchpoint while venturing abroad. It sought a feature-rich user engagement platform that would effectively deliver the right solutions to its customers and found the ideal partner in CleverTap. By leveraging CleverTap’s advanced automation tools, Niyo enhanced its onboarding processes, while ensuring compliance with regulations, and streamlining customer experiences. This collaboration empowered Niyo to reduce drop-offs during the customer journey, automate personalized messages, and re-engage dormant users.By deploying CleverTap’s integrated platform, Niyo achieved:・2x increase in click through rates, leveraging Clever.AI for emotionally intelligent content.・40% optimized conversion rate through pinpoint targeting, ensuring personalized and relevant communication at every step.・12% re-engagement of dormant users through targeted campaigns, highlighting Niyo’s success in winning back inactive customers.Sushanth Ravikumar, SVP - Head of Marketing, Niyo, said - “At Niyo, delivering a seamless and personalized experience for our customers is a top priority. CleverTap has been instrumental in elevating this experience. Its robust automation and communication tools have streamlined our onboarding process while maintaining compliance in the highly regulated sector. What started as a tool to streamline everyday operations has become a key force in helping us preserve customer trust, even during challenging times. Its ability to adapt to real-time shifts in customer engagement offers us a definitive edge in an ever-changing dynamic, solidifying our long-term confidence in the platform.”Sidharth Pisharoti, Chief Revenue Officer, CleverTap, said - “We are excited to collaborate with Niyo as they continue to innovate in the travel fintech space. Through our partnership, we’ve been able to enhance Niyo’s customer engagement by focusing on delivering personalized and timely experiences. This has not only streamlined their processes but also improved customer satisfaction, particularly in key areas like onboarding and transaction management. We look forward to supporting Niyo as they scale and evolve their offerings in this dynamic market.”About Niyo Niyo is India’s leading banking fintech that has revolutionized "travel banking" for Indians. The company was co-founded by banking veteran Vinay Bagri (currently, CEO) and technology veteran Virender Bisht (currently, CTO) in 2015. Niyo offers zero forex debit and credit cards, which provides the best banking experience and value for international travellers. This unique solution was invented by Niyo in 2015 and has helped over 2 million Indians by saving more up to 5% on their international transactions with Zero Forex offering. In this last Series-C round in 2022, Niyo raised $130 million, which was led by global VC and PE firms, Accel, Lightrock, and Multiples. Its other investors include Prime Venture Partners, Horizons Ventures, Tencent, JS Capital, Social Capital, and Beams Fintech Fund. Niyo operates out of a corporate office in Bengaluru and has a sales presence in more than 20 states and union territories.Visit: GoNiyo.comAbout CleverTapCleverTap is the leading all-in-one customer engagement platform that helps brands unlock limitless customer lifetime value. CleverTap is trusted by over 2000 brands like Decathlon, Domino’s, Levis, Jio, Emirates NBD, Puma, Croma (A Tata Enterprise), Swiggy, SonyLIV, Axis Bank, AirAsia, TD Bank, Ooredoo, and Tesco, to help build personalized experiences for all their customers. The platform is powered by TesseractDB™ – the world’s first purpose-built database for customer engagement, offering speed and cost efficiency at scale.Backed by top-tier investors such as Accel, Peak XV Partners, Tiger Global, CDPQ and 360 One, the company is headquartered in San Francisco, with presence across Seattle, London, São Paulo, Bogota, Mexico, Amsterdam, Sofia, Dubai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Singapore, Vietnam, and Jakarta.For more information, visit CleverTap.com or follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clevertap/ X: https://twitter.com/CleverTap Forward-Looking StatementsSome of the statements in this press release may represent CleverTap's belief in connection with future events and may be forward-looking statements, or statements of future expectations based on currently available information. CleverTap cautions that such statements are naturally subject to risks and uncertainties that could result in the actual outcome being absolutely different from the results anticipated by the statements mentioned in the press release.Factors such as the development of general economic conditions affecting our business, future market conditions, our ability to maintain cost advantages, uncertainty with respect to earnings, corporate actions, client concentration, reduced demand, liability or damages in our service contracts, unusual catastrophic loss events, war, political instability, changes in government policies or laws, legal restrictions impacting our business, impact of pandemic, epidemic, any natural calamity and other factors that are naturally beyond our control, changes in the capital markets and other circumstances may cause the actual events or results to be materially different, from those anticipated by such statements. CleverTap does not make any representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or updated or revised status of such statements. Therefore, in no case whatsoever will CleverTap and its affiliate companies be liable to anyone for any decision made or action taken in conjunction.For more information:SONY SHETTYDirector, Communications and CSR, CleverTap+91 9820900036sony@clevertap.com ASHMIT CHAUDHARYAssociate Consultant, Archetype+91 8850752121ashmit.chaudhary@archetype.co Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Dmall Inc. Announces Proposed Listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange ACN Newswire

Dmall Inc. Announces Proposed Listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange

November 29, 2024
HONG KONG, Nov 28, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China’s largest retail digitalization solution provider – Dmall Inc. (“Dmall” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02586.HK), today announced the proposed listing of its shares on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“Hong Kong Stock Exchange”).Dmall plans to offer 25,774,000 Shares (subject to the over-allotment option), of which 23,196,600 Shares will be International Offer Shares (subject to reallocation and the over-allotment option), representing approximately 90% of the initial offer shares; the remaining 2,577,400 Shares will be Hong Kong Offer Shares (subject to reallocation), representing approximately 10% of the initial offer shares. The Offer Price is HK$30.21 per Share, plus brokerage of 1.0%, SFC transaction levy of 0.0027%, Hong Kong Stock Exchange trading fee of 0.00565% and Accounting and Financial Reporting Council transaction levy of 0.00015% (payable in full on application in Hong Kong dollars and subject to refund).Dmall will open for Hong Kong Public Offering in Hong Kong at 9 a.m., November 28, 2024 (Thursday), and close at 11:30 a.m., December 3, 2024 (Tuesday). Dealings in shares of Dmall on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is expected to commence on December 6, 2024 (Friday). The shares will be traded in board lot of 100 shares each. The Company’s stock code will be 02586.HK.UBS Securities Hong Kong Limited, CMB International Capital Limited and China Merchants Securities (HK) Co., Limited are the Joint Sponsors. UBS AG Hong Kong Branch, CMB International Capital Limited, China Merchants Securities (HK) Co., Limited, CLSA Limited and China International Capital Corporation Hong Kong Securities Limited are the Joint Global Coordinators, Overall Coordinators, Joint Bookrunners and Joint Lead Managers.After deducting the underwriting commissions and other estimated offering expenses payable by the Company, with an Offer Price of HK$30.21 per Offer Share, the Company estimates that it will receive net proceeds of approximately HK$623.7 million from the Global Offering after deducting the underwriting commissions and fees, and other estimated expenses in connection with the Global Offering and assuming that the Over-allotment Option is not exercised. In line with Dmall’s strategies, the proceeds from the Global Offering are intended to be used for the following purposes and in the following amounts – approximately 42.1%, or HK$262.6 million, to develop new applications and new service modules; approximately 30.0%, or HK$187.1 million, for talent acquisition associated with the expansion of Dmall’s operations; approximately 10.0%, or HK$62.4 million, to selectively pursue strategic cooperation, investments and acquisitions that are complementary to its organic growth strategies, particularly those that can complement Dmall’s product offerings, strengthen its technology capabilities, and solidify its market position; approximately 7.9%, or HK$49.3 million, to expand its sales network and further strengthen its brand reputation; and approximately 10.0%, or HK$62.4 million, for working capital and general corporate purposes.Dmall was founded in 2015, which provides retail digitalization solutions to retailers in the local retail industry. According to Frost & Sullivan, Dmall is the largest retail cloud solution provider in China by GMV, with a market share of 13.3% in 2023. The expansion has allowed the Company to become the largest retail cloud solution provider in Asia by GMV in 2023, occupied a market share of 10.9%, according to Frost & Sullivan.As a leading retail digitalization solution provider in Asia, the broadest operational modules coverage enables Dmall to cover diverse customer base in the retail industry and thus obtain deep retail know-how, meet the needs of all major aspects of the retailer's operations. Dmall served 444 customers in the six months ended June 30, 2024, such as Pangdonglai, Luosen (China), Dennis and Maidelong Entities, as well as well-known brands such as Wellcome, Mannings, Guardian, Giant and 7-Eleven (Hong Kong), which operate under the DFI Retail Group, demonstrating a widely validated operating model. The dollar-based net retention ratio was 184% in 2021, 158% in 2022, 117% in 2023 and 123% in the twelve months ended June 30, 2024, remaining robust at above 100%, which underscores Dmall’s ability to further increase customer spending.Dmall has always attached importance to the value created for customers, “customer success” is the starting point of everything the Company does. Dmall has provided services to leading companies in different retail formats, and has successfully expanded its businesses markets outside of the Chinese mainland, comprising Hong Kong SAR, Cambodia, Singapore, Malaysia, Poland, Macau SAR, Indonesia, the Philippines and Brunei. In terms of income, the overseas income of the Company in 2023 has exceeded RMB100 million.Dmall achieved strong revenue growth as its revenue grew by 56.6% from RMB848.2 million in 2021 to RMB1,328.3 million in 2022, and further increased by 19.4% to RMB1,585.4 million in 2023. Dmall’s revenue increased by 22.9% from RMB764.0 million in the six months ended June 30, 2023 to RMB939.2 million in the six months ended June 30, 2024. Dmall has also improved its gross margin during the Track Record Period. Dmall’s gross margins were 20.4%, 38.0%, 35.0%, 36.3% and 38.3% in the years ended December 31, 2021, 2022, 2023 and the six months ended June 30, 2023 and 2024, respectively.Mr. Zhang Feng, co-founder, executive Director and president of Dmall said, “We empower retailers to thrive in the digital era and are committed to becoming the world's leading omnichannel retail digital solutions provider. We will uphold the values of "continuous innovation", always strive, constantly strengthen and uphold our own technical barriers and optimize products and services, maintain core competitiveness, continue to provide customers with high-value services, and help customers' business. We look forward to taking the listing as an opportunity to fully leverage our competitive advantages and utilize Hong Kong's unique financing platform to further enhance our strengths and continue to create greater value for our shareholders and investors.”Issued by Porda Havas International Finance Communications Group for and on behalf of Dmall Inc. For further information, please contact:Porda Havas International Finance Communications GroupMS.Fung Kelly(852) 3150 6763kelly.fung@h-advisors.globalMS.Wang Evie(86) 135 2006 8960evie.wang@h-advisors.global Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Edvantage Group Announces FY2024 Annual Results ACN Newswire

Edvantage Group Announces FY2024 Annual Results

November 29, 2024
Highlights (relevant audited data for the year ended 31 August 2024)- Revenue increased by 17% YoY to approximately RMB2,312 million;- Gross profit rose by 10% YoY to approximately RMB1,124 million;- Profit for the period attributable to owners of the Company rose by 16% YoY to approximately RMB715 million;- Number of student enrolments increased by 11% YoY to approximately 95,600;- Payment of a final dividend of HK10.0 cents per share;- Dividend payout ratio of 30% for the year.HONG KONG, Nov 29, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Edvantage Group Holdings Limited (“Edvantage Group” or the “Group”, stock code: 0382.HK) has announced its audited FY2024 Annual Results for the year ended 31 August 2024 (the “Reporting Period”). During the Reporting Period, the Group actively responded to national policies, vigorously promoted industry-education integration, deepened the connotations of international education, continued to introduce unique new featured majors that match market and industry demands and fully embraced artificial intelligence (“AI”), succeeding in raising education quality and brand presence, thereby achieving steady growth in performance year after year.During the Reporting Period, the Group’s revenue totaled approximately RMB2,312 million, representing an increase of 17% as compared to the corresponding period of the preceding year. The increase was mainly attributable to the continuous enhancement of the Group’s education brand effectiveness, which drove a rise in the number of student enrolments and higher average tuition fees recorded by the Group’s domestic schools. Profit for the period attributable to owners of the Company rose by 16% YoY to approximately RMB715 million. The number of students enrolled in the Group’s schools continued to expand yearly, reaching approximately 95,600, with a year-on-year growth of approximately 11%. The Board of Directors of the Group has recommended the payment of a final dividend of HK10.0 cents per share for the year ended 31 August 2024, which, along with an interim dividend of HK9.6 cents per share, equates to a total annual dividend of HK19.6 cents per share and a dividend payout ratio of 30% for the year.From left to right: Mr. Yan Kwok Ting Sunny, Director of Investment, Corporate Finance & Investor Relations Department;Mr. Liu Yuk Tung, ChiefFinancial Officer; Ms. Liu Yi Man, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer;Ms. Liu Wenqi, Chief Operating Officer;Fully embracing AI and continuously promoting the industry-education integrationOver the past year, the Group witnessed the groundbreaking development of the new generation of artificial intelligence technology. As a vocational education provider, the Group has developed in step with times, fully embracing AI in teaching, management and application. At present, all of its schools are actively promoting AI, fostering its popularity, with AI-embedded courses launched in seven colleges. Subsequent efforts will be made to promote those programmes to cover all faculties and students of all schools under the Group. Meanwhile, the Group actively responded to national policies, continuously deepened industry-education integration, and fully promoted the construction of industrial colleges, cooperating with multiple enterprises renowned in their respective industries to establish artificial intelligence and big data, digital trade, digitalised accounting and business services, research and tourism, jewelry, human resources and other industrial colleges. Those industrial colleges are all set up according to the Ministry of Education requirements for building modern industrial colleges that align with the country’s key industry development strategies, in order to nurture high-quality application-minded talent that emerging industries urgently need. In addition, the Group also entered into school-enterprise cooperation with numerous enterprises to build off-campus practice bases, further promoting the in-depth integration of education chains and industrial chains.Expanding exchange and cooperation of international education and deepening the connotations of international educationThe Group responded to the national advocacy for the opening up of education, “introduction of foreign schools”, and “international expansion of domestic schools”, continuously promoted the internationalisation of vocational education and expanded the partnership network with global renowned universities. By providing high-quality international programs and practice opportunities to students, the Group aims to cultivate innovative talents with global vision, to further raise the international influence of China’s vocational education. During the Reporting Period, the schools under the Group established in-depth cooperation with 51 foreign high schools in the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan and Australia, joining hands to create diverse high-quality international programmes. Furthermore, the Group comprehensively launched international study tours, organising 65 student and teacher study tours to France, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Macau, China and other regions for short-term studies, with over 4,000 teachers and students participating during the Reporting Period. Looking forward, the Group will press on with deepening integration of its schools - domestic and international, strive to build a diversified international education cooperation network, actively promote Chinese vocational education to go global and build an internationally renowned Chinese vocational education brand.Consistently increasing investment in education to build a high-quality education brandThe Group has always adhered to the motto of "Establishing school of the century, Nurturing talents of the nation". Firmly believing that increasing investment in education is an important path towards high-quality education, the Group further expanded the new campus of Guangzhou Huashang College and Guangzhou Huashang Vocational College during the Reporting Period, which includes student dormitories, library, sports centre, teaching buildings and laboratories, providing solid support for future student enrollment and sustainable development of the Group. At the same time, it has kept increasing investment in building a high-quality teaching staff, which has expanded after the Guangzhou Huashang College and Guangzhou Huashang Vocational College established their Guangdong Province Doctoral Workstation respectively. The Group has launched a series of training workshops for teachers to continuously enhance their professionalism and practical teaching abilities, encouraging them to practice what they have learned and help improve school education and teaching quality. By introducing mentors from industries, it works together with enterprises in nurturing professional “dual-qualified” teachers and “dual-skilled” industry mentors, continuing to optimize the combined structure of full-time and part-time faculty teams. The in-depth and precise investment made by the Group in various areas crucial to strengthening school management has brought bountiful results. Guangzhou Huashang College placed third in scientific research competitiveness among private undergraduate colleges in China and has been designated as a key research base for humanities and social sciences among regular higher education institutions in Guangdong Province. Guangzhou Huashang Vocational College has been named a national exemplary vocational college, while the Urban Vocational College of Sichuan ranked second in China and first in Sichuan among Shanghai Ranking's 2024 Best Chinese Private Higher Vocational Colleges. These honors are a strong testament to the Group’s high-quality educational achievements.Looking ahead, the Group will continue to nurture innovative talent, focusing on such areas as industry and education integration, internationalization, and AI to keep up with industry and social development needs, increase investment in education, and keep building a high-quality education brand. It is committed to nurturing highly-skilled interdisciplinary corporate leaders for the country and industries around the world, while continuously making positive contributions to the sustainable development of vocational education.About Edvantage Group Holdings LimitedEdvantage Group Holdings Limited (“Edvantage Group” or the “Group”, stock code: 0382.HK) is the largest private business higher education and vocational education group in the Greater Bay Area, and an early mover in education sector in pursuing international expansion, listed in Hong Kong Main Board on 16 July 2019. The total number of full-time student enrolments of the Group was approximately 96,000 as of 31 August 2024. Operated 9 private education institutions, namely, Guangzhou Huashang College (Applied Undergraduate), Guangzhou Huashang Vocational College (Higher Vocational Education) and Guangdong Huashang Technical School (Secondary Vocational Education) located in Guangdong Province, the PRC; Urban Vocational College of Sichuan (Higher Vocational Education) and Urban Technician College of Sichuan (Secondary Vocational Education) in Sichuan Province, the PRC; GBA Business School (GBABS) in Hong Kong, the PRC; Global Business College of Australia (GBCA) and Edvantage Institute Australia (EIA) in Australia; as well as Edvantage Institute (Singapore) (EIS) in the downtown of Singapore.While focusing on school operations, the Group also actively fulfil corporate social responsibility, extensively contributing to social welfare programmes including charity, poverty alleviation, education and revitalisation, in order to take the initiative in repaying society through action. Since its listing, the Group has made outstanding contributions in the field of ESG and has won the “Best ESG Innovation Award” from Zhitong Finance and the “Outstanding Enterprise for ESG Innovative Practice” from Gelonghui in 2024. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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TGR Announces Partially Upgraded Supra (3.0-liter) and Special-edition Supra “A90 Final Edition” JCN Newswire

TGR Announces Partially Upgraded Supra (3.0-liter) and Special-edition Supra “A90 Final Edition”

November 29, 2024
Toyota City, Japan, Nov 29, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) announced today a partially upgraded model of the Supra (3.0-liter) and the special-edition Supra "A90 Final Edition". The special-edition model is slated for global release with a limited run of 300 units. The planned regions for introduction and scheduled sales-launch timing are described below.Supra (3.0-liter) Partially upgraded modelGradual global introduction, including in Japan, Europe, and Australia, etc.Sequentially from spring 2025Special-edition modelSupra "A90 Final Edition"JapanEuropeJapan: Under considerationEurope: In spring 2025Ever since its first generation*1 in 1978, the Toyota Supra has earned legions of fans with its faithfully retained front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout powered by an in-line six-cylinder engine*2. Also, in addition to the Supra having competed in the Super GT and numerous other types of motorsports events, the Supra-based, race-specific GR Supra GT4 has enabled customers to enjoy driving in various races around the world.In 2019, driven by the strong desire of Chairman Akio Toyoda, aka Master Driver Morizo, the Supra stormed back after a 17-year absence. Said Chairman Toyoda upon its release: "Back in the day, I spent countless hours driving an old Supra at Nürburgring to become a master driver. Supra is like an old friend that holds a special place in my heart. While other manufacturers were putting their beautiful new prototypes which they were going to introduce through the paces, I was driving an old Supra that was no longer in production. So even though Toyota had no plans to make a new Supra, just like a lot of other die-hard Supra fans around the world, I secretly wanted to make it happen. The new GR Supra was born through testing at Nürburgring, and I can honestly say that it is a car that is fun to drive and better than ever." The current Supra has continued to evolve since its launch, with partially upgraded models released in 2020 and 2022.The latest partially upgraded Supra aims to deliver a more integrated driving experience for unrestrained driving joy not only on city streets but also on winding roads and circuits. It features improved braking performance for safety and security, an increased-rigidity body, suspension, and chassis, optimized tuning, and enhanced aerodynamic performance.Additionally, to express its gratitude to current-model Supra fans around the world for their patronage, and for the model being favored by numerous teams in various motorsports such as GT racing, drift competitions, and NASCAR, TGR has created the limited special-edition Supra "A90 Final Edition" as the current model's culmination. This special-edition Supra boasts numerous upgraded driving-related elements, such as increased engine output and torque, strengthened brakes and body rigidity, and a KW suspension system, with such systems being a racing car favorite, and the use of high-grip tires. The result is a special, ultimate high-performance, high-spec model that has been optimally tuned in sync with the Supra's natural evolution.Although the production of the current Supra is scheduled to end with the Supra "A90 Final Edition" as the model's culmination, TGR will continue to hone the Supra through motorsports activities going forward.(1) Debuted in 1978 in North America as the Celica Supra and in Japan as the Celica XX; the Japanese-market first-generation Supra (launched in 1986) was the third-generation Supra elsewhere.(2) The current Supra is also available with an in-line four-cylinder engine.(3) Alcantara® is a registered trademark of Alcantara S.p.A.For more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/toyota/41894560.html.About Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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HEROWORKS Intensifies Collaboration with a Global Hotel IT Company SeaPRwire

HEROWORKS Intensifies Collaboration with a Global Hotel IT Company

November 29, 2024
Seoul, Korea – November 29, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – HEROWORKS (https://www.heroworks.co.kr), a specialist in hospitality technology, has announced that it is entering a collaborative phase with a global hotel IT company that provides various solutions, including PMS (Property Management System), CMS (Channel Management System), and booking engines. – Enhancing Competitive Edge through Systematic Acquisition and Management of Global Hotel Data – Advancing HEROWORKS’ Revenue Management System (RMS) through Integrated Systems Partnership This collaboration focuses on securing a competitive advantage in hotel data management and enhancing operational efficiency through the integration of both companies’ systems. Through this partnership, HEROWORKS plans to expand the scope of data collection, analysis, and processing to include international hotel data, thereby reinforcing its position as a data-centric company. By integrating systems with the global IT partner, HEROWORKS anticipates significantly enhancing its Revenue Management System (RMS) functionalities, substantially improving hotel operational efficiency. Meanwhile, the global hotel IT company intends to enter the Korean market actively based on this collaboration. They plan to build customized systems that reflect the specific needs of the Korean hotel industry, aiming to expand their market share accordingly. A representative from HEROWORKS commented, “This collaboration will serve as a catalyst for accelerating the digital transformation of the hotel industry by combining our technical expertise and professional capabilities. We aim to develop a mutually growth-oriented model in Korea and the global market.” Meanwhile, HEROWORKS is recognized for providing specialized solutions in hotel revenue management, including AI-based room pricing management systems and review management systems, driving digital innovation within the lodging industry. In addition, HEROWORKS supplies customized data to companies, educational institutions, research institutes, and local governments that require tourism and lodging data. By providing data to platforms such as the Korea Tourism Data Lab operated by the Korea Tourism Organization and the Korea Maritime Institute, HEROWORKS actively supports domestic tourism and lodging-related businesses in building digital infrastructures and enhancing their competitiveness. Social Links YouTube: https://youtu.be/e1kOthMDeUo?feature=shared Blog: https://blog.naver.com/datamenity Media Contact Brand: HEROWORKS Contact: Planning & Marketing Team Email: help@heroworks.co.kr Website: https://www.heroworks.co.kr 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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MHI Successfully Achieves 1,200 Hour Long-Term Durability Test Milestone on 90 MPa-Class Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump JCN Newswire

MHI Successfully Achieves 1,200 Hour Long-Term Durability Test Milestone on 90 MPa-Class Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump

November 29, 2024
TOKYO, Nov 28, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI) successfully achieved the key milestone of 1,200 hours of operation in a long-term durability test of its 90 MPa (900 bar) Class Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump.(1) Liquid hydrogen pumps are used at hydrogen refueling stations to refuel hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and hydrogen tube trailers.During the test, the pump completed 1,500 refueling cycles without downtime or replacement of major parts used at the cryogenic temperatures. This validates MHI's best-in-class operational reliability in hydrogen refueling allowing for dependable high flow rates of 160 kg per hour at a discharge pressure of 90 MPa (900 bar). The results of this long-term durability test demonstrate significant progress on the path to a future hydrogen economy.This test was conducted with FirstElement Fuel, Inc. (FEF), world-leader in hydrogen refueling solutions, at the Livermore Hydrogen Hub under hydrogen refueling station conditions.(Note2)The test started in April 2023 and was completed in November 2024. During this test, the pump- completed 1,500 refueling cycles at cryogenic temperatures of approximately -253°C (-423°F)- achieved 1,200 hours of operations without downtime and without replacement of major parts- pumped approximately 140 tons of liquid hydrogen (the equivalent of refueling5,000 fuel cell buses)(Note3), and- generated negligible boil-off gas during pump operation.The test was an overwhelming success and proved that this pump will make positive contributions to the reliability and efficiency of hydrogen refueling stations.The pump will be installed at a large-scale hydrogen station dedicated to clean commercial mobility in Japan and is scheduled to go into commercial operation in April 2025 simultaneously with the opening of the station.MHI will continue to provide best-in-class solutions to reduce the carbon footprint around the world. Our Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump is currently being introduced to the global market. This and new advanced solutions will continue to add value on society's path to a future hydrogen economy.(1) With an energy consumption just 25% that of hydrogen gas booster pumps, liquid hydrogen booster pumps offer an environmentally-friendly alternative for a hydrogen-oriented society. The advanced technology used in the MHI Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Hydrogen Booster Pump was made possible by our cryogenic technology cultivated through research programs into liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen engines for rockets, as well as technology and experience cultivated through the delivery of various industrial pumps, including those for nuclear power plants. For details, please refer to the following URLs: www.mhi.com/news/210406.htmlhttps://www.mhi.com/news/23091101.html(2) MHI believes in conducting full scale tests using liquid hydrogen under actual operating conditions;therefore, the demonstration tests were conducted at FEF's Hydrogen Hub in Livermore, California.3Assuming that one hydrogen fuel cell bus requires 28 kg to refuel.About 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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