Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Continues Order Intake, Revenue, and Profit Growth in Strong First Half, Raises Full-Year Order Intake Guidance JCN Newswire

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Continues Order Intake, Revenue, and Profit Growth in Strong First Half, Raises Full-Year Order Intake Guidance

- Order intake grew YoY in Energy Systems, Plants & Infrastructure Systems, and Logistics, Thermal & Drive Systems segments due to contributions from GTCC and Aero Engines in Energy Systems and Metals Machinery in Plants & Infrastructure Systems.- Revenue increased YoY in Energy Systems, Plants & Infrastructure Systems, and Aircraft, Defense & Space segments. Revenue growth was especially large in Aircraft & Missile Systems within Defense & Space.- Business profit showed strong YoY growth in Energy Systems, Plants & Infrastructure Systems, and Aircraft, Defense & Space segments due to positive impact of revenue increases, margin improvements, and yen depreciation.- Increased full-year order intake guidance mainly due to continued strong demand in Energy Systems segment.TOKYO, Nov 5, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI, TSE Code: 7011) announced that order intake rose 7.9% year-on-year to ¥3,383.5 billion in the half year ended September 30, 2024. Revenue rose 11.1% to ¥2,298.1 billion year-on-year, resulting in profit from business activities (business profit) of ¥188.4 billion, an 86.7% increase over the previous fiscal year, which represents a profit margin of 8.2%. Profit attributable to owners of parent (net income) was ¥107.1 billion, an increase of 16.5% year-on-year, with a profit margin of 4.7%. EBITDA was ¥266.2 billion, a 57.7% increase over 1H FY2023, with an EBITDA margin of 11.6%, up 3.4 percentage points year-on-year.(billion yen, except where otherwise stated)1H FY2024 Financial Results1H FY20231H FY2024YoYYoY%Order Intake3,137.03,383.5+246.4+7.9%Revenue2,069.22,298.1+228.8+11.1%Profit from Business ActivitiesProfit Margin100.94.9%188.48.2%+87.4+3.3 pts+86.7%-Profit Attributable to Owners of ParentProfit Margin91.94.4%107.14.7%+15.1+0.3 pts+16.5%-EBITDAEBITDA Margin168.98.2%266.211.6%+97.3+3.4 pts+57.7%-FCF-181.2-85.7+95.5-(billion yen, except where otherwise stated)1H FY2024 Financial Results by SegmentOrder IntakeRevenueBusiness Profit1HFY2024YoY1HFY2024YoY1HFY2024YoYEnergy Systems (Energy)1,306.7+225.6832.1+71.2103.2+61.5Plants & Infrastructure Systems (P&I)599.4+176.6379.1+12.128.1+12.0Logistics, Thermal & Drive Systems (LT&D)657.6+7.6632.8-0.526.9-9.7Aircraft, Defense & Space (ADS)802.1-197.2431.7+112.744.0+16.5Others, Corporate & Eliminations (OC&E)17.5+33.822.2+33.2-13.8+7.1Total3,383.5+246.42,298.1+228.8188.4+87.4In Energy, order intake increased by ¥225.6 billion YoY as Gas Turbine Combined Cycle (GTCC) and Aero Engines continued to see strong demand. Contracts for nine large frame gas turbine units were concluded in the first half, with the largest YoY growth seen in the Americas. Revenue increased by ¥71.2 billion YoY mainly from large volume in Aero Engines and steady project execution in GTCC and Nuclear Power. Margin improvements in GTCC and Steam Power, together with higher revenue and a rebound from 1H FY2023 one-time expenses in Aero Engines, as well as stable performance in Nuclear Power served to increase segment business profit by ¥61.5 billion YoY.In P&I, order intake was up ¥176.6 billion YoY due to strength in Metals Machinery, Machinery Systems, and Waste-to-Energy Systems. Revenue grew by ¥12.1 billion as Metals Machinery continued to work through its extensive backlog. Margin improvements in Engineering and Machinery Systems, combined with increased revenue in Metals Machinery helped to raise segment business profit by ¥12.0 billion YoY.In LT&D, revenue was down ¥0.5 billion YoY due to fewer unit deliveries in Logistics Systems. This issue, combined with additional costs caused by supply chain disruption in Turbochargers resulted in a ¥9.7 billion decline in segment business profit.In ADS, order intake decreased by ¥197.2 billion YoY in response to extremely large orders volume in 1H FY2023 in Defense & Space. Revenue was up ¥112.7 billion YoY mainly due to growth in Aircraft & Missile Systems in Defense & Space. Higher unit deliveries and positive impact from the depreciation of the yen in Commercial Aircraft also served to increase revenue. The factors affecting revenue also served to raise segment business profit by ¥16.5 billion YoY. FY2024 Earnings ForecastMHI revised its guidance for the period ending March 31, 2025, increasing the target for order intake by ¥200 billion over the previous announcement made August 6, 2024. This was in response to steady progress mainly in Energy. Totals for all other financial indicators remained unchanged, while business profit targets for Energy, P&I, and LT&D were updated.(billion yen, except where otherwise stated)FY2024 Earnings ForecastFY2023ActualFY2024Forecast(Previous)FY2024Forecast(Revised)Revised vs.PreviousOrder Intake6,684.05,800.06,000.0+200.0Revenue4,657.14,900.04,900.0-Profit from Business ActivitiesProfit Margin282.56.1%350.07.1%350.07.1%--Profit Attributable to Owners of ParentProfit Margin222.04.8%230.04.7%230.04.7%--ROE11.1%10%10%-EBITDAEBITDA Margin432.69.3%500.010.2%500.010.2%--FCF200.1-100.0-100.0-Dividends20 yen(Note)22 yen22 yen-FY2023 Actual dividends (¥200/share) shown here adjusted retroactively to 1/10 of original value to reflect the 10-for-1 stock split effective April 1, 2024. (billion yen, except where otherwise stated)FY2024 EarningsForecast by SegmentOrder IntakeRevenueBusiness ProfitPreviousRevisedPreviousRevisedPreviousRevisedEnergy1,850.02,000.01,750.01,750.0170.0180.0P&I900.0900.0800.0800.030.040.0LT&D1,350.01,350.01,350.01,350.080.060.0ADS1,700.01,700.0950.0950.080.080.0OC&E0.050.050.050.0-10.0-10.0Total5,800.06,000.04,900.04,900.0350.0350.0CFO Message"In the first half of this fiscal year, MHI continued the strong growth trend started in the first quarter, with order intake, revenue, business profit, and net income all up year-on-year," Hisato Kozawa, MHI Chief Financial Officer commented. Kozawa continued, "In terms of order intake, GTCC and Aero Engines in Energy, and Metals Machinery in P&I were stand-outs, enabling YoY orders growth despite the extremely high level achieved during the same period last year in Defense & Space. Revenue was up mainly in Energy and ADS as these segments steadily executed on their large order backlogs. These revenue increases, combined with margin improvements and depreciation of the yen helped us to greatly increase progress toward our business profit guidance of ¥350 billion.""Based on our results through September of this year, especially in Energy, we have increased our full-year order intake guidance by ¥200 billion," Kozawa went on. "We have also updated the business profit forecast for three of our segments in order to reflect the faster progress seen in Energy and P&I, and the slightly lagging performance in LT&D. All other targets have been restated. Looking forward to the remaining two quarters, we aim to outperform current business profit guidance by continuing the strong trends from the first half while effectively controlling one-time expenses."Attachment 1: 1H FY2024 Financial ResultsFinancial Results (444 KB)Attachment 2: Presentation Materials of Financial ResultsPresentation Materials (888 KB)Downloadable PDF of this press releasePress Release (168 KB) Note regarding forward looking statements:Forecasts regarding future performance outlined in these materials are based on judgments made in accordance with information available at the time they were prepared. As such, these projections include risk and uncertainty. Investors are recommended not to depend solely on these projections when making investment decisions. Actual results may vary significantly from these projections due to a number of factors, including, but not limited to, economic trends affecting the Company's operating environment, fluctuations in the value of the Japanese yen to the U.S. dollar and other foreign currencies, and trends in Japan's stock markets. The results projected here should not be construed in any way as a guarantee by the Company.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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With interest rate cuts taking effect, CWT hopes to take advantage of the favorable macro trend

HONG KONG, Nov 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - In recent weeks, both the Hong Kong and A-shares markets have experienced significant volatility. Following the U.S. Federal Reserve's larger-than-expected interest rate cut on September 19, the markets saw a strong rebound. On September 27, the People's Bank of China announced its largest economic stimulus plan since 2020, which included rate cuts, counter-cyclical monetary policy adjustments, greater-than-expected funding support, the creation of new monetary policy tools to stabilize the stock market, and the injection of approximately 1 trillion yuan (approximately US$141.82 billion) of long-term liquidity into the financial markets. These comprehensive supportive policies further boosted market enthusiasm. The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong peaked at 23,241.74, while the A-shares market gapped up after the National Day holiday, reaching a high of 3,674.40. Both markets saw significant increases in trading volumes, indicating strong market interest.Market data shows that foreign capital inflows have been another driving force behind Hong Kong’s stock market. According to market data, since September, overseas funds have turned into net inflows for the Hong Kong stock market. From mid-September onwards, net inflows from international intermediaries reached HKD 39.6 billion, surpassing the HKD 20.5 billion in net inflows from Mainland China into Hong Kong.Following a sharp short-term rise in Chinese assets, there has been some market correction as investor sentiment cools and profit-taking ensues. However, from a long-term perspective, this correction is necessary. Rather than a speculative bull market, a more structured and gradual rally is healthier for the market and helps investors generate sustainable returns. Over a longer time horizon, the Hong Kong stock market has been undervalued in the past, combined with the liquidity provided by the Federal Reserve's subsequent interest rate cuts and a more comprehensive market turnaround driven by multiple favorable policies. The signals indicating a bottoming out of the Chinese economy are gradually becoming clearer, and the economic fundamentals are improving step by step, suggesting that there is still significant room for growth in the Hong Kong stock market. At the same time, the growth of China's economy has led to an increased demand for commodities and logistics services. In the Hong Kong stock market, there is a company that has been continuously focused on commodities and logistics services.CWT International Limited ("CWT INT'L", 0521.HK, the "Company" together with its subsidiaries the “Group”) is a public limited company incorporated in Hong Kong and its shares are listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited. The controlling shareholder of the Group is HNA Trust Management Co., Ltd, and the resource endowment of shareholders is a major competitive advantage of the Group. In the first half of 2024, CWT had revenue of 20.276 billion HKD, an increase of 27% from previous year, and a net profit of 121 million HKD.The Group operates its business through four major segments. The logistics services segment is engaged in the provision of services including warehousing, transportation, freight forwarding, and supply chain management. The commodity marketing segment is engaged in physical trading and supply chain management of metals and minerals, mainly non-ferrous base metals such as copper, aluminum, and zinc, as well as energy products. The financial services segment is engaged in the provision of financial brokerage services, and asset management services. The engineering services segment provides engineering maintenance for facilities, vehicles and equipment fleet, and design-and-build solutions for logistics properties. The Group's two major businesses segments: logistics services and commodity marketing, constitute the Group's main source of revenue and profit. The Group continues to promote synergy among all segments, to optimize operating processes and improve supply chain efficiency.CWT originates in Singapore and remains as one of the largest warehousing and logistics service providers in Singapore. The Group continues to explore business opportunities in Greater China and Southeast Asia countries through many routes, such as establishing strategic cooperation and joint venture with local business partners. Since the initiation of the strategic cooperation with Hainan Yangpu Holding Investment in April 2024, the Group has facilitated a number of visiting delegations and exchange activities among the Group, business and industrial experts from Singapore, and local organizations in Hainan, in order to evaluate potential investment and business development opportunities in Hainan Free Trade Port. Meanwhile, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Malaysia, in May 2024, the Group signed a memorandum of understanding with a wholly-owned subsidiary of the global commodities warehousing company Access World Group, in order to extend further collaboration in the area of commodity marketing and logistics.As the Group’s footprint in Greater China and Southeast Asia continues to deepen, its relentless focus is to learn from its experience and copy the success in Singapore and other global regions, to contribute to the economic growth and sustainable development in the regions that it operates, and to create more value for the Shareholders. Looking forward, in addition to operating the business with caution, the Group will promote deeper internal synergy, continue to expand its global commercial network, and seize further growth opportunities in Greater China and other regions to maximize the shareholders’ interests and earn a brighter future. 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Eisai’s Corporate Venture Capital Subsidiary, Eisai Innovation, Inc., Selected for AMED’s ‘Strengthening Program for Pharmaceutical Startup Ecosystem” JCN Newswire

Eisai’s Corporate Venture Capital Subsidiary, Eisai Innovation, Inc., Selected for AMED’s ‘Strengthening Program for Pharmaceutical Startup Ecosystem”

TOKYO, Nov 5, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. and Eisai’s corporate venture capital subsidiary, Eisai Innovation, Inc. announced today that Eisai Innovation,Inc. has been selected as a registered venture capital (Registered VC) of the Strengthening Program for Pharmaceutical Startup Ecosystem implemented by the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED).To address the shortage of large-scale funding necessary for new drug development, this program provides subsidies to pharmaceutical startups for development and commercialization. This support is contingent upon startups securing funding from AMED-registered venture capital firms, which specialize in drug development and offer hands-on business management and commercialization support.The Eisai global network of affiliated companies (the “Eisai Group”) launched its venture investment business in May 2019, aiming to support the acceleration of drug discovery innovation and the establishment of an ecosystem platform in areas includingdementia. This involves supporting the discovery of innovative technologies and services by supporting venture businesses with such capabilities and exploring possible future collaborations with these businesses. Eisai Innovation, Inc. was established in theU.S. in August 2019 as Eisai’s corporate venture capital subsidiary. It identifies opportunities for the Eisai Group to invest in venture businesses that align with Eisai’s goal of contributing to patients, focusing on cutting-edge drug discovery platforms, andnew modalities, as well as leading biotechnology in focus areas of neurology, oncology, and global health. The company also supports investment in drug discovery technologies in other areas, where significant future innovations are anticipated. As anAMED-registered VC, Eisai Innovation, Inc. aims to further contribute to strengthening the drug discovery venture ecosystem in Japan.Eisai and Eisai Innovation, Inc. are committed to utilizing their participation in the Strengthening Program for PharmaceuticalStartup Ecosystem to accelerate flexible support of academia, drug discovery ventures, and IT ventures, to create innovative new medicines targeting diseases with high unmet medical needs., Eisai aims to effectively achieve social good in the form of relievinganxiety over health and reducing health disparities by creating solutions through an ecosystem in collaboration with other industries.*Please refer to following web page for Eisai’s venture investment businesswww.eisai.com/innovation/cvc/index.html https://www.eisaiinnovation.com/MEDIA CONTACTSEisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations Department TEL : +81 (0)3-3817-5120Eisai Innovation, Inc. https://www.eisaiinnovation.com/ Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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APTEXPO 2024 To Empower Asia Pacific’s Fashion And Supply Chain Decision Makers For The Future ACN Newswire

APTEXPO 2024 To Empower Asia Pacific’s Fashion And Supply Chain Decision Makers For The Future

SINGAPORE, Nov 5, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As policy, regulatory, and market forces create new sustainability and operational considerations in business, the Asia-Pacific region is at the cusp of change. As the cornerstone of global textile and garment manufacturing, it is brimming with companies trying new things and coping with the new demands of a changing world.Taking place from 13 to 15 November 2024 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, the Asia-Pacific Textile and Apparel Supply Chain Expo & Summit (APTEXPO 2024) will bring industry leaders, stakeholders, and innovators together to share best practices and explore solutions that will propel the region's textile and apparel supply chain forward.The event is jointly organised by MP Singapore and The Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT TEX), and hosted in Singapore by the Singapore Fashion Council.In line with this year’s theme, "Re-engineering towards a Resilient, Adaptive and Sustainable Supply Chain", APTEXPO 2024 will see over 20 leaders and experts such as Kristen Nuttall, Head of Programs, The Fashion Pact, and Jonas Wand, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, FOURSOURCE, take to the stage to discuss challenges and opportunities faced by global supply chains and explore different ideas in digitalisation, sustainability and risk resilience.Highlights of APTEXPO 2024 include:Global perspective: Representatives of key global brands, heads of manufacturing chain enterprises, and executives of fintech companies will engage in in-depth discussions on topics such as supply chain security trends and opportunities for regional trade and investment.Frontier Technology & Digitalisation: Showcase cutting-edge technologies and solutions to promote innovation, development, operational efficiency, cost and resource optimisation in the textile and apparel industry.Cross-border trade: Utilising global e-commerce platforms to build a new network enabling cross-border trade between the Asia-Pacific region and the global market. APTEXPO also aims to provide a channel for international organisations and brands seeking to penetrate key markets like ASEAN and China.Green procurement: Key discussions and showcases on sustainable manufacturing and a green supply chain.The summit will also feature special investment briefing sessions on the Asia-Pacific Textile Industrial Park to provide participants with greater insights into promotional and investment opportunities.“We are pleased to be playing an important role in supporting long-term, purpose-led value creation in fashion and its supply chains. APTEXPO 2024 is set to encourage much needed conversation, insight-gathering and collaboration for companies navigating the opportunities of this new, changing landscape,” said Sharon Lim, President, Singapore Fashion Council.Over 300 delegates from key brands, large chain retailers, regional and international designers, trading companies, policymakers, and technology providers from around the world are expected to attend the accompanying thought-leader summit.“Looking at the numerous registrations and interest that have come from over 30 economies, we have been so encouraged to see the market interest in APTEXPO 2024. The idea of an event that brings together the whole ecosystem from garment and textile manufacturers, to warehousing and transportation, distribution and sales, including e-commerce platforms, financing solutions and more, seems to echo the buyers’ sentiments for such a turnkey platform," said Jason Ng, Managing Director, MP Singapore.APTEXPO 2024 is supported by the ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) and the China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC) and co-organised by MP Singapore Pte Ltd and The Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT (CCPIT TEX). The Singapore Fashion Council (SFC) is the host association in Singapore, while FOURSOURCE, as the special digital partner, is managing the digital aspect of the event.For more information on APTEXPO 2024, please visit ap-texpo.comHashtag: #aptexpohttps://ap-texpo.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/aptexpo-2024https://www.facebook.com/aptexpo2024/About AFTEXASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) was established in 1978 with the objective to promote common trade position and cooperation among textile and apparel industry in ASEAN member countries in line with the objective of the ASEAN Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ASEAN-CCI).Every year, AFTEX hold its regular meetings plus side events on a rotational basis among member countries to discuss concrete issues of significant relevance to the regional growth and development of the textile and apparel industry, ranging from ASEAN trade linkages to workforce development, from trade fairs & investment promotion to sustainability issue, from regional cooperation to broader partnerships, and more.About CNTACChina National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC) is a national federation serving China's textile and apparel industry and enterprises. As a non-profit social organisation dedicated to the high-quality development of industry and enterprises, the services of CNTAC cover the entire textile industrial chain including cotton, linen, wool, silk, knitting, man-made fiber, printing and dyeing, filament fabric, home textiles, industrial textiles, clothing and textile machinery.The wide-ranging services involve areas such as R&D, standards setting, technology transfer, application of information technology, environmental protection, sustainability, inspection and testing, new products, fashion designing, branding, social responsibility, intangible heritage, marketing, trade fairs, industrial layout, industrial clusters, overseas investment, international exchanges, industry- finance integration, training programs and publication.About SFCSingapore Fashion Council (SFC) - formerly known as Textile and Fashion Federation (Singapore) is the official association for the textile and fashion industry in Singapore. Embracing a transformative vision, SFC aspires to become a Vibrant Asian Hub for Responsible Fashion.With a focus on three key pillars: Sustainability, Innovation & Technology and Asian Craftsmanship, SFC works closely with diverse partners across the value chain to offer thought leadership, extensive networks, and resources - to drive impactful change throughout the ecosystem.About MP SingaporeThe MP Group (MP) is a global full-service events management, marketing and community engagement company.Established since 1987, MP embodies more than a quarter century of event building, marketing and management experience in both Eastern and Western cultures, practices, and business philosophies. We bring world-class talent, industry expertise, and incredible enthusiasm into the design and management of extraordinary online-to-offline experiences for your organisation.MP is part of Pico Group, a global group of agencies specialising in engaging people, creating experiences and activating brands for businesses, institutions and governments. As part of the Pico group, MP has unlimited access to a wide network of industry contacts and resources. Pico Far East Holdings has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1992.About CCPIT TEXThe Sub-Council of Textile Industry, China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT TEX) was officially established in 1988. Three decades after its establishment, CCPIT TEX has gradually developed into an excellent organiser for professional exhibitions in China's textile and apparel industry.Independently or along with its partners, CCPIT TEX has organised a series of world-renowned exhibitions which cover the entire textile and garment industry both at home and abroad, including but not limited to Intertextile shanghai apparel fabrics, Intertextile shanghai home textiles, ITMA ASIA + CITME and CINTE.About FOURSOURCEFOURSOURCE, is one of the world's largest tech-enabled B2B apparel and textile networks, connecting over 50,000 companies across 120 countries, facilitating the buying and selling of apparel, fabrics, trims, yarns, and home textiles. The network provides professional tools for brands and suppliers to speed-up their cycle time and reduce cost.FOURSOURCE is dedicated to making the industry smarter, safer, more transparent, and sustainable. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, with offices in Portugal, Turkey, Pakistan and China.Media ContactPRecious Communicationsaptexpo@preciouscomms.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Source Intelligence Evolves With C-Map: Delivering Next-Generation SaaS Platform for Compliance & Sustainability ACN Newswire

Source Intelligence Evolves With C-Map: Delivering Next-Generation SaaS Platform for Compliance & Sustainability

SAN DIEGO, CA, Nov 5, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Source Intelligence has evolved with C-Map, a next-generation software as a service (SaaS) platform that empowers enterprises to manage compliance and sustainability with greater efficiency. Designed to address the increasing complexities of today's regulatory landscape, this powerful platform combines robust automation capabilities, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and in-house regulatory expertise to help companies tackle increasing compliance demands and mitigate emerging risks.Source IntelligenceSource Intelligence's logo and tagline - "Trust Your Source"With regulations evolving faster than ever, compliance teams often struggle with limited resources. Collecting supplier data, responding to documentation requests, and keeping up with shifting requirements create considerable challenges. C-Map reduces manual effort, streamlines workflows, and equips businesses with tools to mitigate risk. These efficiencies translate into tangible outcomes, including:Rapid risk identification: AI capabilities improve data quality and deliver insights into key risk areas faster. This offers companies better visibility and a stronger return on investment.Enhanced risk mitigation through precise data collection: Expert-designed templates and assessments help standardize data collection. This allows teams to make informed decisions and address potential risks before they escalate.Seamless data access with integrated compliance tools: A world-class database integrates with ERP, PLM, and warehousing systems. These integrations enable seamless data exchange, automate compliance checks, and offer real-time visibility into supply chain activities.Increased efficiency through streamlined workflows: Automated workflows ease internal workloads, enabling businesses to manage compliance and sustainability without relying on consulting or manual labor.Faster customer request fulfillment: Automated report and declaration generation reduces manual work. This helps companies respond to customer requests quickly and meet demand effectively.Together, these outcomes empower businesses to reduce risk, enhance efficiency, and maintain control over compliance in a dynamic regulatory environment."C-Map represents a significant step forward for Source Intelligence," said Mike Flynn, Chief Product Officer of Source Intelligence. "We recognized that the only way to help businesses tackle increasingly complex regulations was to deliver a platform that offers scalability, flexibility, and automation. Our software is trusted by some of the world's largest and most sophisticated companies to manage compliance at the highest levels, proving its reliability and impact."With enhanced visibility and control over compliance tasks, businesses across industries - including electronics, medical devices, and industrial manufacturing - can confidently navigate evolving regulations. C-Map offers the flexibility to be self-managed or paired with managed services for additional support. Interested organizations are invited to schedule a demo and experience the platform firsthand.About Source IntelligenceSource Intelligence simplifies compliance, sustainability, and ESG management through scalable SaaS solutions and managed services, configurable to meet the unique needs of any enterprise. For more information, please visit www.sourceintelligence.com.Contact InformationAmanda LindbergDirector of Marketingamanda.lindberg@sourceintel.comSOURCE: Source Intelligence Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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LQR House Inc. Reports 424.58% Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth in October 2024 Compared to October 2023 ACN Newswire

LQR House Inc. Reports 424.58% Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth in October 2024 Compared to October 2023

MIAMI BEACH, FL, Nov 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - LQR House Inc. (the "Company" or "LQR House") (NASDAQ:LQR), a niche ecommerce platform specializing in the spirits and beverage industry, is pleased to announce significant revenue growth for October 2024, including a 424.58% year-over-year increase compared to October 2023 and a notable month-over-month increase in 8% from September 2024 to October 2024.In October 2023, LQR House generated $45,400 in revenue. For September 2024, the Company's revenue reached $238,159.57, highlighting the positive momentum driven by strategic partnerships and platform sales. Since going public in August 2023, LQR House has prioritized building sustainable partnerships, adding new marketing contracts monthly. These partnerships have become a steady source of recurring revenue, with clients engaging LQR House's proprietary marketing services to drive brand awareness and sales on CWSpirits.com.Sean Dollinger, CEO of LQR House, commented, "I'm not sure everyone realizes just how valuable these partnerships are-they're monthly recurring revenue from brands paying for our marketing services, including banner ads, email campaigns, and influencer content. Each of these drives traffic and sales on CWSpirits.com, which we own. We're incredibly proud of each new partner that trusts us with their brand's growth, and we believe that October's results are a testament to the platform's strength. Not only is revenue up year-over-year, but we also saw an increase from September to October 2024, showcasing our commitment to growth and delivering results."LQR House's continues focusing on strategic partnerships and expanding its product offerings aiming for sustained growth within the competitive spirits and beverage market.About LQR House Inc.LQR House intends to become a prominent force in the wine and spirits e-commerce sector, epitomized by its flagship alcohol marketplace, cwspirits.com. This platform seamlessly delivers a diverse range of emerging, premium, and luxury spirits, wines, and champagnes from esteemed retail partners like Country Wine & Spirits. Functioning as a technology-driven hub, LQR House utilizes software, data analytics, and artificial intelligence to elevate the consumer experience. CWSpirits.com stands out as the go-to destination for modern, convenience-oriented shoppers, providing a curated selection of alcohol products delivered to homes across the United States. Beyond its role in an e-commerce sector, LQR House is a marketing agency with a specialized focus on the alcohol industry. The Company measures campaign success by directly correlating it with sales on CWSpirits.com, demonstrating a return on investment. Backed by an influential network of over 550 figures in the alcohol space, LQR House strategically drives traffic to CWSpirits.com, enhancing brand visibility. LQR House intends to disrupt the traditional landscape of the alcohol industry, driven by its dedication to providing an unparalleled online purchasing experience and delivering tailored marketing solutions.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Shareholders can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "is/are likely to," "potential," "continue" or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations that arise after the date hereof, except as may be required by law. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, and in other reports and documents that the Company files from time to time with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). You are urged to carefully review and consider any cautionary statements and other disclosures, including the statements made under the headings "Risk Factors". Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, and in other reports and documents that the Company files from time to time with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. References and links to websites have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites has not been incorporated by reference into this press release.Investor and Media Contact:info@lqrhouse.comContact InformationSean DollingerCEOinfo@lqrhouse.comSOURCE: LQR House Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Bagaimana Rasanya Mempunyai COVID Panjang Sebagai Seorang Kanak-kanak berita

Bagaimana Rasanya Mempunyai COVID Panjang Sebagai Seorang Kanak-kanak

(SeaPRwire) - Semuanya bermula apabila otak saya mati akal dalam kelas algebra pada suatu hari Januari tahun 2022. Saya tidak dapat menyelesaikan masalah matematik yang mudah; yang saya lihat hanyalah nombor dan simbol. Kelopak mata saya terkulai, kepala saya sakit, saya hampir tidak dapat menahan diri daripada tertidur. Ada sesuatu yang tidak kena. Saya tidak merasakan diri saya sendiri sejak dijangkiti COVID-19 beberapa minggu sebelumnya. Tugas mudah seperti membaca teks atau berdiri pun meletihkan. Tetapi apa yang berlaku di kelas itu menakutkan saya. Pada usia 14 tahun, hidup saya menjadi keadaan keletihan yang berterusan, diselingi oleh lawatan doktor yang, beberapa bulan kemudian, akan membawa kepada diagnosis. Namun, pada minggu-minggu awal itu, saya berasa bertekad. Saya seorang atlet pelajar berprestasi tinggi yang sentiasa ingin menerima cabaran—dan saya yakin bahawa saya dapat mengatasi apa sahaja ini dengan cepat. Itu tidak berlaku. Dan saya tidak tahu betapa sukarnya perjalanan yang akan dihadapi—atau betapa dramatiknya perjalanan itu akan membentuk semula perspektif, pandangan, matlamat, dan hubungan saya. Dua tahun selepas episod awal itu, saya pulih 85%. Saya dapat mengendalikan seharian di sekolah. Kabus otak dan keletihan hanya muncul semula semasa projek yang intensif atau ketika saya sakit. Saya juga telah menemui banyak perkara tentang diri saya, tentang penyakit yang tidak kelihatan, dan tentang pentingnya rakan dan orang tersayang—pelajaran yang dapat membantu sesiapa sahaja yang berada di tengah-tengah penyakit yang mengubah kehidupan, serta sesiapa sahaja yang ingin menawarkan bantuan.Inilah yang telah saya pelajari. Melepaskan bukanlah kegagalan Saya dulu seorang yang mendorong diri saya secara akademik, atletik, dan peribadi. Tetapi dengan Long COVID, . Saya tahu saya perlu bergerak ke arah yang bertentangan. Saya menjatuhkan separuh kelas saya, yang terasa seperti kehilangan separuh daripada diri saya. Tetapi mengurangkan beban kerja saya memberi badan saya jalur lebar untuk sembuh. Saya tidak menyerah pada kehidupan. Saya hanya mengubah fokus saya untuk mencari jalan baru ke hadapan. Dengan penyakit kronik, melambatkan bukan bermaksud berhenti—ia adalah survival. Kemenangan kecil adalah penting Apabila anda biasa bermimpi besar dan mengumpul pencapaian, sukar untuk menerima bahawa kejayaan masa depan mungkin kelihatan berbeza. Tetapi penyakit kronik memaksa anda untuk mentakrif semula apa itu “menang”. Bagi saya, ia bermakna menukar matlamat A straight dan renang kompetitif untuk bangun dari katil dan menghadiri beberapa kelas. Dengan penyakit kronik, momen kecil seperti ini menjadi penanda aras. Sambutlah mereka. Anda tidak boleh menolaknya Sebelum saya sakit, saya percaya bahawa anda boleh mengatasi apa sahaja dengan usaha dan disiplin yang cukup. Jadi saya menyerang penyakit saya dengan sikap yang sama, sering kali terlalu banyak berlatih dalam usaha untuk mendapatkan semula kehidupan lama saya. Tetapi penyakit kronik tidak bertindak balas kepada kekuatan mental semata-mata. Semakin banyak saya menolak, semakin teruk saya rasa. Kadang-kadang, perkara paling kuat yang boleh anda lakukan ialah mendengar badan anda dan menghormati batasannya. Penyakit yang tidak kelihatan adalah pengasingan Orang ramai sukar memahami apa yang tidak dapat mereka lihat. Dan memandangkan tidak ada yang salah dengan saya secara fizikal, sesetengah orang menganggap saya sebenarnya tidak sakit tetapi hanya menyerah pada mereka. Rakan-rakan berhenti menjemput saya keluar. Guru-guru menganggap saya telah berhenti mengambil berat tentang kerja sekolah. Pengasingan yang saya rasa adalah salah satu cabaran yang paling sukar untuk menghadapi Long COVID. Mereka yang menghubungi dan menyokong saya telah menjadi sebahagian daripada rakan saya yang paling saya sayangi. Penyembuhan bukan linear Trajektori bagi kebanyakan penyakit adalah untuk jatuh sakit, berehat, dan menjadi sihat. Tetapi penyakit kronik tidak semudah itu. Ada hari-hari saya bermula dengan kekuatan 50%, yang lain 10%, dan saya tidak pernah tahu ke mana roller coaster itu akan membawa saya. Tenaga yang saya rasakan pada satu jam mungkin hilang pada jam berikutnya. Pada mulanya, guru-guru dan rakan-rakan saya tidak memahami peralihan yang tiba-tiba. Sudah tentu, saya pun tidak. Tetapi hari yang kurang tenaga tidak sama dengan tidak berusaha. Ia hanyalah sebahagian daripada proses penyembuhan. Kecemasan kambuh boleh melumpuhkan Walaupun beberapa gejala fizikal saya mula berkurangan, saya sentiasa berjaga-jaga terhadap kemungkinan kambuh. Setiap kali saya menolak diri saya sedikit lebih kuat, saya bimbang bahawa saya akan kembali ke tempat saya bermula. Ketakutan itu menahan saya daripada benar-benar kembali terlibat dalam sekolah dan aktiviti yang pernah saya sukai. Adalah berguna untuk mengingatkan diri saya bahawa saya tidak perlu kembali kepada “normal” sekaligus—kemajuan kecil, beransur-ansur sudah cukup. Ia boleh menjadikan anda lebih kuat dari segi mental Penyakit kronik mengubah anda. Ia memaksa anda untuk melambatkan, memikirkan semula apa itu kejayaan, dan mencari cara baru untuk mengukur kemajuan. Pada masa yang sama, ia membuka tingkap kepada diri anda dan dunia di sekeliling anda. Dan apa yang telah saya temui ialah kekuatan dalaman yang baru dan rasa diri yang baru. Saya masih mengejar matlamat, tetapi sekarang ia lebih peribadi, lebih bermakna. Saya rasa lebih berakar umbi dalam nilai yang benar-benar menjadi milik saya sendiri, dan bukan berdasarkan apa yang diharapkan oleh masyarakat daripada saya. Saya telah belajar bagaimana untuk mencari makna walaupun menghadapi batasan. Saya juga telah membangunkan empati yang lebih mendalam kepada mereka yang bergelut dengan penyakit kronik mereka sendiri. Mendengar tanpa penghakiman, menawarkan kesabaran dan bukannya tekanan, dan menunjukkan sokongan tanpa syarat: Kebaikan-kebaikan ini adalah kunci kepada pemulihan saya, dan ia sangat penting bagi sesiapa sahaja yang hidup dalam kegelapan penyakit kronik. Terima kasih kepada contoh orang lain, saya kini bersedia untuk membantu mereka yang memerlukan—dan bersemangat untuk membalas budi.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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Asahi Kasei and Honda Sign Shareholders’ Agreement to Convert Existing Asahi Kasei Subsidiary into Joint Venture for Production of Lithium-ion Battery Separators in Canada JCN Newswire

Asahi Kasei and Honda Sign Shareholders’ Agreement to Convert Existing Asahi Kasei Subsidiary into Joint Venture for Production of Lithium-ion Battery Separators in Canada

TOKYO, Nov 4, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Asahi Kasei Corporation (Asahi Kasei) and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) announced today that the two companies have signed a shareholders’ agreement to convert an existing Asahi Kasei subsidiary in Canada into a joint venture company. This agreement was reached as a result of continued discussions on collaboration for the production of lithium-ion battery separators in Canada based on the basic agreement the two companies announced on April 25, 2024.Configuration for separator production in North AmericaThe two companies plan to convert E-Materials Canada Corporation (E-Materials), a wholly owned subsidiary of an Asahi Kasei subsidiary in Canada, into a joint venture between Asahi Kasei and Honda to be renamed Asahi Kasei Honda Battery Separator Corporation (tentative name). This will be based on Honda Canada Inc., a Honda subsidiary in Canada, acquiring a 25% stake by subscribing to new shares to be issued by E-Materials through a third-party allotment. Honda will invest a total of approximately C$417 million (approximately US$300 million) combining the subscription of new shares and other investment in this joint venture. The two companies will combine each other’s strengths, such as high value-added material technologies and electrification technologies, to produce high-quality separators to be utilized for lithium-ion batteries that will accelerate the realization of high-performance electrified vehicles.The two companies plan to establish and start the operation of the joint venture company in early 2025, subject to obtaining permits and approvals from relevant authorities.Comments by Ryu Taniguchi, President & Representative Director, Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp.“At the beginning of October we launched Asahi Kasei Battery Separator as a new company for the Hipore™ separator business to achieve more nimble management for this essential component of lithium-ion batteries. I am confident that we can continue to leverage the technology and experience gained with Hipore™ as well as our global network and diverse personnel to realize innovations in batteries for the future of energy storage. As Honda strives toward the goal of carbon neutrality by 2050, it is building a comprehensive electric vehicle value chain in Canada, where it has a history of conducting business for more than 50 years. Our partnership will not only establish stable supply of separators in North America, together we will enhance battery performance and durability to advance the energy transition through electric vehicles, making an important contribution to sustainability.”About the joint venture company (tentative)- Company name:Asahi Kasei Honda Battery Separator Corporation (tentative)- Location:Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada- Capital:Approximately C$240 million- Investment ratio:75% Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Canada Corporation25% Honda Canada Inc.Outline of the investment by the joint venture company (tentative)Plant overview:Integrated plant for the base film manufacturing and coating of Hipore™ lithium-ion battery separatorTotal investment amount:180 billion yen(with assumed exchange rate of 1 USD=145 yen)Production capacity:Approximately 700 million m2 per year (as coated film)Start of operationsCommercial start-up scheduled in 2027About HondaSince its foundation, Honda has been committed to "creating a society that is useful to people" by utilizing its technologies and ideas. We also focus on environmental responsiveness and traffic safety, and continue to take on the challenge of realizing a sustainable future. For more information, visit https://global.honda/en/.Head Office Contact Information: 2-1-1, Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8556, JapanTel: +81-(0)3-3423-1111 (main) Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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JBM Healthcare Limited Issues Positive Profit Alert ACN Newswire

JBM Healthcare Limited Issues Positive Profit Alert

HONG KONG, Nov 1, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JBM (Healthcare) Limited (“JBM Healthcare” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 2161, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”), a leading branded healthcare products marketer and distributor in Hong Kong, has today announced a positive profit alert. Based on a preliminary review of the unaudited consolidated management accounts of the Group for the six months ended 30 September 2024 and the information currently available to the board of directors of the Company, the Group expects to record an increase in the consolidated profit attributable to shareholders for the six months ended 30 September 2024 (“Consolidated Profit”) by not less than 50% as compared to that for the same period last year.The significant increase in Consolidated Profit was primarily driven by the robust sales momentum of the Group’s key brands, notably Ho Chai Kung in the branded medicines segment and Po Chai Pills in the proprietary Chinese medicines segment. This was further supported by the sustained growth of the Group’s concentrated Chinese medicine granules business . This encouraging performance reflects the Group’s effective execution of sales and marketing strategies across both offline and online channels, capitalising on the growth potential of branded consumer healthcare products in the markets of Hong Kong, Macau and cities within the Greater Bay Area.JBM Healthcare has a diversified portfolio spanning branded medicines, proprietary Chinese medicines, and health and wellness products. The Group continues to make progress on its strategic priorities, including expanding e-commerce platforms locally and cross-border, exploring opportunities in traditional Chinese medicines for Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, adapting its product mix to consumer trends, leveraging its brand management strengths, and enhancing commercial execution.For details, please refer to the announcement on HKEX.About JBM (Healthcare) Limited (Stock Code: 2161)JBM Healthcare is a Hong Kong-based company that markets and distributes branded healthcare products across Greater China, Southeast Asia, and other select countries. The Group is a distinctive player in the sector with marketing expertise and heritage in pharmaceuticals that prioritises product efficacy and quality to meet consumers' healthcare needs. As a renowned healthcare brand operator in Hong Kong, the Group carries a wide-ranging portfolio of branded healthcare products comprising branded medicines, proprietary Chinese medicines, and health and wellness products, which include well-recognised household brands such as Po Chai Pills, Ho Chai Kung Tji Thung San, Contractubex, Mederma for Kids, Tong Tai Chung Woodlok Oil, Flying Eagle Woodlok Oil, Saplingtan, Shiling Oil and Konsodona Medicated Oil. JBM Healthcare has been a constituent stock of the MSCI Hong Kong Micro Cap Index since 27 May 2021. For more details about JBM Healthcare, please visit: www.jbmhealthcare.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Will New Gonow Recreational Vehicles Make It the Next Thor Industries?

HONG KONG, Nov 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - RVs have become an important means of modern travel and leisure, and have gained increasing popularity worldwide in recent years. There are numerous world-renowned RV brands, and among the RV companies that have already entered the capital market, there are three listed on the US stock market: Thor Industries (THO.US), Winnebago (WGO.US), and Camping World (CWH.US). Among them, Thor Industries has the highest market value and its stock price has risen by nearly 30% since late June this year.Australasia is the third largest RV market in the world after North America and Europe, and is one of the fastest-growing RV markets. New Gonow Recreational Vehicles, founded by the former "Geely Marshal " Miao Xuezhong, occupies a leading position in the market, with its performance, popularity and brand reputation continuing to improve. It is reported that after submitting its application for main board listing to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in the first half of the year, the Company received a notice of record-filing from the China Securities Regulatory Commission on 9 September, and its IPO plan is proceeding smoothly.The global RV market is thriving, with a diverse landscapeRVs, with the dual functions of "home" and "vehicle", are movable homes that combine "clothing, food, housing, and transportation" in one, which can fully satisfy people's demand for personalized and free travel. Its history can be traced back to the popularity of camping in the United States in the 1920s, and since then, RVs have rapidly become popular all over the world. With its high degree of freedom and flexibility, RV travel has become the choice of more and more travelers.Overall, the global RV market is characterized by fierce competition and a large number of players, with the North American and European RV markets being relatively mature, while the Chinese RV market is still in its early stages. Among the well-known RV companies, Thor Industries, Forest River, Winnebago, and others in the United States have gained widespread recognition from consumers for their excellent design and high-quality manufacturing processes, and have dominant positions in the market.Several well-known brands are distinctive, with Thor Industries known for its innovative product design and global market presence, Winnebago Industries for its high-end RVs and innovative technology, especially in its exploration of the electric RV segment, and Forest River for its reliability and diverse product line. Through continuous technological innovation and market expansion strategies, these brands have steadily maintained their positions at the forefront of the industry. Some well-known local manufacturers in the European RV market include Hymer in Germany, Dethleffs in the Netherlands, and Auto-Trail in the UK. In the Australasian market, well-known RV brands include Jayco, Snowy River, and Regent.In terms of category, RVs can be mainly categorized into two types: towable RVs and motorized RVs. Towable RVs can be further categorized into standard caravans, pop-tops, and camper trailers. According to Frost & Sullivan (the same below), in 2023, the standard caravan was the major segment in the Australasian market, capturing a substantial 72.1% share, up from 67.1% in 2019. New Gonow Recreational Vehicles, which owns well-known brands such as Snowy River and Regent, is the top RV company in the Australasian market and ranked second in terms of sales in the Australasian market in 2023.By accurately positioning itself, New Gonow Recreational Vehicles is able to break through and stand out in the marketDriven by a booming tourism industry and a high number of international visitors, road trips through RVs have become a mature travel method in Australasia. Measured by RV household penetration, Australasia had a remarkable ownership rate of 78.8 RVs per thousand households in 2023, significantly surpassing Europe’s rate of 21.7 and ranking second globally. Tourists traveling in RVs also inject vitality into the economy. It is expected that the total RV in use in Australasia will reach 1,175.0 thousand units in 2028, representing a CAGR of 5.7% from 2024, outpacing the growth in North America and Europe.The Australasia RV market exhibits a relatively concentrated structure, with the top five participants holding approximately 55.4% of the market share in 2023. New Gonow Recreational Vehicles, which primarily manufactures and sells standard caravans, has a significant competitive advantage. As a high-end product in the towable RV market, standard caravans have a higher barrier to entry in terms of technology, and companies that excel in this field tend to have strong manufacturing capabilities, allowing them to innovate and produce high-quality, durable RVs equipped with advanced features and technology, and have a greater chance of competing for market pricing power and increasing brand premiums. New Gonow Recreational Vehicles is undoubtedly a top participant in this market.According to A1 prospectus, the development journey of New Gonow Recreational Vehicles began in 2014. The Company's founder and CEO, Miao Xuezhong, previously served as a senior executive at Geely Automobile, with over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry and extensive management experience. In September 2014, he led the Company to acquire Regent, an Australian RV brand with a history of more than 30 years, thus enabling New Gonow Recreational Vehicles to gradually expand its presence in the RV market and continue to broaden its product portfolio and stand out from the competition.Products are the foundation of survival for RV companies, and New Gonow Recreational Vehicles offers a full spectrum of functionalities and an expansive range of auxiliary services through the design, development, manufacturing, and sales of various bespoke towable RVs. As of 31 December 2023, the Company has successfully mass-produced 39 RV models, which are all standard caravans, spanning seven distinct series under three characteristic brands: the mid-range best-selling brand Snowy River, luxury brand Regent, and semi-off-road brand NEWGEN. With a comprehensive product lineup, New Gonow Recreational Vehicles can meet the full range of demands from entry-level to high-end luxury models.Despite the overall growth of the RV market, competition has become increasingly fierce with more and more brands entering the Australasian market. American brand Jayco has the highest market share, reaching 31.5% in 2023 and holding a leading position. The world's largest RV manufacturers such as Thor Industries and Forest River are also continuously competing for market share. To stay ahead of the competition and achieve further development, it is essential for New Gonow Recreational Vehicles to continuously introduce new products, technologies, and services to improve its competitiveness and market share.Overall, New Gonow Recreational Vehicles' competitive advantages lie in its highly customizable and continuously upgraded range of RV products, strong product development capabilities, excellent manufacturing capabilities, diverse distribution channels, and high brand awareness. After about a decade of development, the Company has launched nine new models under Regent and four new models under Snowy River, as well as upgraded 13 models under Snowy River. At the same time, the Company is gradually improving its dealership network consisting of third-party dealer stores, self-owned stores, official online websites and JV stores.Through its continuous efforts in the value chain of the RV industry, New Gonow Recreational Vehicles has been expanding its customer base in the Australasian market. In 2021, 2022 and 2023, the Company delivered a total of 1,330, 2,127, and 2,694 RVs to customers respectively, with a year-on-year increase of 59.9% and 26.7% in 2022 and 2023 respectively. In early October, at the Melbourne Leisurefest, the largest exhibition in the second half of 2024 in Melbourne, the Company launched its latest Snowy River model, PopTop and concept RV, Vancave, and received a large number of orders.It is also worth mentioning that the Company has also followed the trend of electrification and digitalization development and actively built a sustainable and environmentally friendly path for RV electrification, becoming one of the first RV enterprises to commercialize electric RV solutions and taking the lead in the intelligent transformation of the industry. Currently, the Company is developing a trailblazing model of towable ERV equipped with intelligent technology and autonomous driving system, which is expected to be delivered in Australia by the first quarter of 2025.In terms of financial performance, New Gonow Recreational Vehicles achieved revenues of approximately RMB300 million, RMB499 million and RMB720 million in 2021, 2022, and 2023, respectively, representing a CAGR of 55.0%, with revenues in 2023 being 2.4 times higher than those in 2021. During the same period, the CAGRs of gross profit, net profit and net cash generated from operating activities were approximately 90.1%, 77.2%, and 148.4%, respectively. The impressive profit performance and rapid improvement in liquidity not only demonstrate the Company's successful business model, but also highlight its high-growth performance.New Gonow Recreational Vehicles has already secured a place in the emerging Australasian RV market, which is still relatively small, but its potential is being fully demonstrated. With the huge market opportunity and its attempt to become the "first stock of Chinese RVs", the Company is expected to become a new star in the capital market, attracting more attention from investors. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Ribut Besar di Oklahoma Cedera Sekurang-kurangnya 11 Orang dan Meninggalkan Ribuan Tanpa Elektrik berita

Ribut Besar di Oklahoma Cedera Sekurang-kurangnya 11 Orang dan Meninggalkan Ribuan Tanpa Elektrik

(SeaPRwire) - OKLAHOMA CITY — Ribut kuat dan puting beliung melanda Oklahoma awal Ahad, menghempas kereta dan merobek bumbung bangunan di tengah malam dan menyebabkan puluhan ribu rumah dan perniagaan tanpa elektrik. Di antara pelbagai kecederaan, 11 orang memerlukan rawatan di hospital, kata pihak berkuasa. Sebahagian besar kerosakan berlaku di dan sekitar ibu negara, Oklahoma City, berhampiran pusat negeri, walaupun terdapat laporan kerosakan di pelbagai tempat di seluruh negeri dan ribut awal pagi mencetuskan amaran puting beliung yang memanjang ke selatan ke sempadan Arkansas. Hujan lebat menyebabkan banjir kilat di beberapa kawasan dan satu kebakaran rumah yang dicetuskan kilat dilaporkan. Lebih daripada 99,000 rumah dan perniagaan di Oklahoma kehilangan bekalan elektrik sepanjang ribut semalaman. Menjelang tengah hari, jumlah itu berkurang kepada kurang daripada 34,000. Tiada kematian dilaporkan setakat tengah hari. Richard Thompson, ketua ramalan untuk Pusat Ramalan Ribut Perkhidmatan Cuaca Kebangsaan di Oklahoma, berkata beliau percaya enam atau lebih puting beliung melanda negeri itu semalaman. Sementara itu, peramal memberi amaran kepada penduduk negeri untuk bersiap sedia menghadapi hujan lebat dan kemungkinan cuaca buruk sehingga Isnin. “Kita belum selesai dengannya lagi,” katanya. Di bandar Choctaw, timur Oklahoma City, anggota bomba dan polis pergi dari rumah ke rumah pada Ahad pagi untuk bertanya tentang kecederaan. “Ia meratakan keseluruhan kejiranan di Choctaw,” kata Datuk Bandar bandar itu, Chad Allcox, kepada The Associated Press. Dia menambah bahawa serpihan menghalang usaha mencari dan menyelamat. “Kabel elektrik terputus di mana-mana… banyak jalan raya disekat, sukar untuk dilalui. Pokok-pokok yang sangat besar menyekat jalan raya.” Jurucakap Jabatan Bomba Oklahoma City, Scott Douglas, memberitahu AP bahawa hujan lebat dan ancaman puting beliung yang berterusan pada awal pagi yang gelap menyulitkan usaha mencari dan menyelamat awal, menerangkan penyapu pertama kawasan yang teruk dilanda sekitar pukul 1:30 pagi. “Ia hujan lebat. Kami cuba menyapu kawasan itu dengan kemungkinan puting beliung datang lagi,” katanya. “Jadi itu juga ada dalam fikiran kami.” Pekerja kecemasan terpaksa membebaskan dua orang daripada sebuah rumah mudah alih yang terbalik, termasuk seorang wanita yang cedera apabila penyaman udara jatuh ke kakinya, kata Douglas. Skala kerosakan menjadi lebih jelas ketika siang hari. Rakaman televisyen tempatan menunjukkan kabel elektrik yang terputus, dinding yang terkelupas dari rumah, kenderaan yang terbalik dan jalan raya kejiranan yang dipenuhi serpihan. Douglas berkata 11 orang dihantar ke hospital dengan kecederaan yang tidak mengancam nyawa. “Terdapat beberapa kecederaan ringan yang lain, beberapa orang yang cedera ringan, yang akan mendapatkan rawatan sendiri,” kata Douglas. Allcox berkata amaran cuaca awal dan siren puting beliung mungkin menyelamatkan nyawa. Beberapa tempat perlindungan — termasuk satu yang dibuka di sebuah kasino oleh American Red Cross — tersedia untuk penduduk yang terlantar atau yang tanpa elektrik, kata Jabatan Pengurusan Kecemasan Oklahoma. Oklahoma Heart Hospital South juga mengalami kerosakan, kata pegawai kesihatan negeri. Di University of Oklahoma, pegawai sekolah telah menggesa pelajar dan kakitangan untuk mencari tempat perlindungan dan berpindah ke tingkat paling bawah ketika ribut menghampiri kampus selepas tengah malam. Pejabat Perkhidmatan Cuaca Kebangsaan di Norman juga mengeluarkan amaran mendesak, menulis di media sosial bahawa “Jika anda berada di laluan ribut ini, segera berlindung!” Sebahagian daripada Oklahoma masih berisiko menghadapi hujan lebat dan ribut petir pada lewat Ahad.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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HEROWORKS Embarks on Global Expansion with Hotel Revenue Management System SeaPRwire

HEROWORKS Embarks on Global Expansion with Hotel Revenue Management System

Seoul, Korea – November 04, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – HEROWORKS, a leading Korean hospitality tech company, announced its initiative to expand the global reach of its hotel revenue management systems, ‘DatAmenity’ and ‘REVIE.’ – Launches Review Management Service ‘REVIE’ Following Hotel Revenue Management System ‘DatAmenity’ – Enhances Services through Localization Strategies, Including Multilingual Systems and Development of Local OTA Crawlers Focusing on the Korean market, HEROWORKS has provided ‘DatAmenity,’ a hotel pricing management service, and ‘REVIE,’ a review management service. Recently, through global data collection, the development of multilingual systems, and the creation of local OTA (Online Travel Agency) crawlers, the company is accelerating the expansion of its solutions, primarily targeting the Asian market. HEROWORKS has completed the development of English and Vietnamese versions of the DatAmenity service and has finalized the development of the crawler for integration with major Japanese OTA platforms such as IKYU, RAKUTEN, and JALAN. By adding features optimized for each country’s market, HEROWORKS is significantly enhancing its accessibility in the global market. ‘DatAmenity’ is a hotel revenue management solution that collects and analyzes room data from all accommodations listed on OTAs to help set optimal room sale prices. The name combines ‘Data,’ meaning information, and ‘Amenity,’ which hotels provide, signifying HEROWORKS’ provision of data-driven revenue management services to hotels, akin to how hotels offer amenities to their guests. Critical features of DatAmenity include ‘Managing the Lowest Room Prices for the Hotel,’ ‘Tracking Room Price Fluctuations,’ ‘Comparing and Analyzing Prices with Competitor Hotels,’ and ‘Accessing Weather and Festival/Event Information.’ DatAmenity comprehensively analyzes the lowest room prices, price fluctuations, and comparisons with surrounding hotels listed on OTAs, supporting users in developing optimized room sale strategies. Additionally, by providing information on festivals and events, users can predict tourism season demand and plan package deals linked to events to maximize revenue. ‘REVIE’ is a hotel review management system developed based on positive feedback and additional feature requests for the review management functionality provided by HEROWORKS’ ‘DatAmenity.’ Key features of REVIE include ‘AI-Based Automatic Generation of Review Replies,’ ‘Hotel Review Analysis,’ and ‘Comparison and Market Analysis of Reviews for Selected Hotels.’ The AI-based automatic reply generation supports four languages: Korean, Japanese, English, and Chinese, and can generate replies in two tones: ‘standard’ and ‘friendly.’ Hotel review analysis visualizes frequently mentioned keywords, mention counts, and positivity levels over time in tables or graphs. When a hotel of interest is specified, it allows for comparative analysis with the hotel’s review data. CEO Lee Chang-ju of HEROWORKS stated, “REVIE was launched in response to requests from field practitioners, and we are proud that it is a service more suitable for hotels’ needs than any other hotel IT solution. Through the REVIE service, we expect to provide qualitative customer feedback and quantitatively analyzed hotel information, which can be utilized in marketing and branding strategies to support effective hotel operations.” Meanwhile, HEROWORKS is a hospitality tech company that builds automated hotel revenue management systems. By developing and operating phased hotel revenue management solutions, the company aims to enhance the profitability of accommodations and improve customer satisfaction. The company provides solutions that efficiently support necessary tasks across four stages: hotel reservations, lead time, hotel usage, and post-checkout. Currently, HEROWORKS operates ‘DatAmenity,’ the price management service required in the first stage, and ‘REVIE,’ the review management service needed in the final stage. The company plans to launch AI chatbots and AI marketing services required in the lead time and hotel usage stages, thereby establishing a comprehensive hotel revenue management platform that can enhance hotels’ 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. 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GTJAI was selected into the first batch of qualified securities companies for the ‘Cross-boundary Wealth Management Pilot Scheme’ ACN Newswire

GTJAI was selected into the first batch of qualified securities companies for the ‘Cross-boundary Wealth Management Pilot Scheme’

HONG KONG, Nov 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Guangdong Branch and Shenzhen Branch of the People's Bank of China, the Guangdong Supervision Bureau and the Shenzhen Supervision Bureau of the China Securities Regulatory Commission jointly announced that Guotai Junan Securities has become the first batch of securities companies to participate in the " Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect" on a pilot basis. At the same time, the Securities & Futures Commission of Hong Kong also announced the list of the first batch of securities companies for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area "Cross-boundary Wealth Pilot Scheme" (Cross-boundary Wealth Management Pilot Scheme). Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, “GTJAI”, the “Company” or the “Group”, stock code: 1788.HK) was successfully selected into the first batch of "Cross-border Wealth Management Pilot Scheme" and became the first batch to provide cross-border wealth management services to investors in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as an overseas securities company. In the future, Guotai Junan International will work with its parent company Guotai Junan Securities to provide domestic and foreign investors with full-cycle cross-border financial services such as cross-border wealth management account opening, fund transfer, and product investment.As a bridge between Guotai Junan Securities and high-quality Chinese and global enterprises and capital markets, Guotai Junan International has been based in Hong Kong for nearly 30 years and has been deeply involved in Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao. It is a pioneer Chinese securities company in wealth management services in Hong Kong. As a leading large-scale comprehensive financial service provider in the industry, Guotai Junan International provides customers with diversified investment products and services, including stock brokerage and consulting, bond and fixed income products, funds and structured products, etc., to meet customers' global asset allocation needs." Cross-boundary Wealth Management Pilot Scheme" is one of the important plans of the capital market interconnection mechanism between the Mainland and Hong Kong and Macau. Qualified investors in the Greater Bay Area will receive more abundant and convenient cross-border investment services. In the future, Guotai Junan International will work closely with its parent company Guotai Junan Securities to further leverage its advantages in wealth management and cross-border finance, commit to promoting the interconnection of financial markets in Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao, seize new opportunities in the historical development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and provide customers with more professional and comprehensive wealth management services. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Joby Aviation and Toyota Accelerate Efforts to Realize Air Mobility JCN Newswire

Joby Aviation and Toyota Accelerate Efforts to Realize Air Mobility

Susono, JAPAN and Santa Cruz, California, Nov 4, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) and Joby Aviation (Joby) came together at Toyota's Higashi-Fuji Technical Center (Shizuoka, Japan) to assert their collective passion and ambition for air mobility in a gathering that included executives from both companies, Akio Toyoda, the chairman of the Toyota Group, and Joby CEO and founder, JoeBen Bevirt, along with Joby's air taxi, an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL*).Since its founding, Toyota has been working to realize a society in which everyone can move freely. About 100 years ago, in 1925, Sakichi Toyoda, founder of the Toyota Group, offered a prize to encourage the development of a storage battery that could provide enough performance "to fly an airplane across the Pacific Ocean." Since then, Toyota has continued to focus on the challenge of air mobility through the generations. Toyota Motor Corporation founder Kiichiro Toyoda also expressed a strong interest in the aircraft business, making prototypes of helicopters and aircraft components. After World War II, among other developments, Dr. Shoichiro Toyoda was involved in the joint development of the world's first electronically controlled aero piston engine with an American company at Toyota's Higashi Fuji Technical Center, which could be described as the birthplace of Toyota's development of air mobility. Today, Sakichi's dream carries on, with batteries seen as a viable source of power for eVTOL.As Toyota transforms into a mobility company, it has been able to work with other great companies like Joby to find new and exciting opportunities. Joby's CEO, JoeBen Bevirt, is driven by his passion and dreams that "look forward to a world where our environmental footprint is smaller, a world where we're able to spend more time with the people and places that matter most to us, without having to worry about traffic jams." Akio Toyoda, chairman of the Toyota Group, has ambitions to bring the freedom of mobility to all people. The two leaders met and began a journey together. The culmination of the efforts of both companies over the last seven years, in which Joby's dream and passion for air mobility as a startup met Toyota's expertise in production processes and technology development, led to Joby's first air taxi exhibition flight overseas in Japan.JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby (left), Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation (right)"This is a moment we have been looking forward to for a long time and marks a significant milestone on our journey towards making clean air travel an everyday reality," said JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby. "We share Toyota's vision for the future of air travel and are honored to have had the opportunity to present a glimpse of that future through our exhibition flight in Japan."Link to full speech script"Air mobility has the potential to change our `sense of distance and time,' and open a future with the new option of air mobility that will further enrich the lives of many people," said Hiroki Nakajima, member of the board and executive vice president of Toyota Motor Corporation. "Toyota is committed to deepening our collaboration with Joby and we will continue to work together to realize our shared dreams."Link to full speech scriptToyota is committed to building on its mobility businesses to deliver mobility for all, and to bring smiles to people's faces. Together, Toyota and Joby will work to realize a future that offers more freedom and prosperity to all.About electric Vertical Take Off and Landing (eVTOL)An eVTOL is a type of aircraft designed for short-range, high-frequency operations suitable for the on-demand air taxi market, which is expected to be utilized by commuters, business travelers, and tourists in urban areas. Combining elements from helicopters, drones, and small aircraft, eVTOLs aim to excel in reliability, environmental performance (zero operating emissions), quiet operation, operational and maintenance costs, enhanced safety features, and more.*Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing eVTOLAbout 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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Abdi Nageeye dari Belanda dan Sheila Chepkirui dari Kenya Menang Marathon Bandar Raya New York

(SeaPRwire) - NEW YORK — Abdi Nageeye dari Belanda memenangi perlumbaan lelaki di Maraton Bandar Raya New York pada hari Ahad dan Sheila Chepkirui dari Kenya memenangi acara wanita. Kedua-dua pelari itu meninggalkan pesaing terdekat mereka dalam beberapa ratus meter terakhir untuk meraih kemenangan pertama mereka dalam perlumbaan ini. Nageeye berlari seiring dengan juara 2022, Evans Chebet sebelum menggunakan pecutan menuju ke Central Park untuk memenangi perlumbaan dengan catatan 2 jam, 7 minit, 39 saat. Chebet menamatkan perlumbaan 6 saat di belakang. “Di garisan penamat saya seperti, adakah saya bermimpi? Saya memenangi New York,” kata Nageeye. Dia telah menyertai perlumbaan New York tiga kali sebelum ini dengan pencapaian terbaiknya pada tahun 2022, di mana dia menduduki tempat ketiga. “Saya tahu laluan ini,” kata Nageeye. “Hari ini adalah dua perkara: bertahan dalam perlumbaan dan perlumbaan saya adalah selepas 36 (kilometer; 22 batu). Saya berfikir seperti pelumba basikal, bertahan 36K dan anda akan menang.” Chepkirui menyertai perlumbaan New York buat kali pertama dan meninggalkan juara bertahan, Hellen Obiri dalam perlumbaan wanita. Chepkirui, yang mula berlari maraton pada tahun 2022, memenangi perlumbaan dengan catatan 2:24.35. Obiri menamatkan perlumbaan hampir 15 saat di belakang. “Ini bermakna latihan saya telah berjalan dengan baik,” kata Chepkirui. “Saya sangat gembira.” Obiri cuba menjadi juara pertama yang memenangi perlumbaan berturut-turut sejak Mary Keitany dari Kenya memenangi tiga perlumbaan berturut-turut dari 2014-16. Vivian Cheruiyot dari Kenya menamatkan perlumbaan di tempat ketiga, memberi negara Afrika itu tiga tempat teratas. Tamirat Tola, juara bertahan lelaki dan pemenang pingat emas Olimpik Paris, menamatkan perlumbaan di tempat keempat, tepat di belakang Albert Korir. Pelari Amerika teratas menamatkan perlumbaan di tempat keenam dalam kedua-dua perlumbaan. Conner Mantz mendahului lelaki dan Sara Vaughn mendahului wanita. Vaughn berada dalam kumpulan pendahulu menuju ke Batu 20 ketika mereka memasuki Bronx sebelum dia meninggalkan kumpulan pendahulu. Vaughn bersiap sedia untuk menyertai perlumbaan Chicago sebelum COVID-19 menghalangnya daripada menyertai perlumbaan itu. Dia merupakan tambahan lewat kepada maraton ini. Hari itu bermula dengan kejutan dalam perlumbaan kerusi roda lelaki apabila juara bertahan tiga kali, Marcel Hug dikalahkan oleh Daniel Romanchuk, yang juga memenangi perlumbaan pada tahun 2018 dan 2019. Susannah Scaroni memenangi perlumbaan kerusi roda wanita. Ini merupakan kemenangan keduanya di New York, juga memenangi perlumbaan pada tahun 2022 dan menjadikan Amerika sebagai negara pemenang dalam kedua-dua acara — kali pertama ia berlaku. Laluan sepanjang 26.2 batu (42.2 kilometer) itu membawa pelari melalui kesemua lima daerah di New York, bermula di Staten Island dan berakhir di Central Park. Ini adalah tahun ke-48 perlumbaan ini diadakan di kesemua lima daerah. Sebelum itu, laluan ini sepenuhnya berada di Central Park ketika ia bermula pada tahun 1970. Perlumbaan pertama hanya mempunyai 55 penamat manakala lebih daripada 50,000 orang dijangka menyertai perlumbaan tahun ini. Cuaca adalah sesuai untuk berlari dengan suhu di bawah 40-an ketika perlumbaan bermula. Tahun lepas, suhu mencecah 61 darjah ketika perlumbaan bermula.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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Kamala Harris Sasar Donald Trump Semasa Penampilan Mengejut di SNL berita

Kamala Harris Sasar Donald Trump Semasa Penampilan Mengejut di SNL

(SeaPRwire) - Sebelum pilihan raya presiden pada 5 November, Naib Presiden Kamala Harris membuat penampilan mengejut di rancangan komedi lakaran Saturday Night Live (SNL). Calon presiden Demokrat itu terbang ke Bandar Raya New York selepas , di mana lawannya, calon presiden Republikan Donald Trump, juga mengadakan perhimpunan di medan pertempuran penting itu. Harris memainkan peranan utama dalam “2024 Pre-Election Cold Open” rancangan 2 November itu. Lakaran itu bermula dengan mengimbau kembali beberapa momen kempen yang paling banyak diperkatakan selama seminggu yang lalu, dengan Maya Rudolph meneruskan peranannya sebagai Harris dan James Austin Johnson, yang berpakaian vest, memparodikan Trump. Urutan itu kemudiannya beralih kepada gambaran Rudolph tentang Harris yang duduk di depan meja solek, mengharapkan dia dapat “bercakap dengan seseorang yang pernah berada di [kasutnya], tahu? Seorang wanita kulit hitam, Asia Selatan yang bertanding untuk Presiden… sebaik-baiknya dari Bay Area.” Kemudian, kamera mengarah ke Harris yang duduk di seberang cermin tiruan itu. Selepas tepukan gemuruh yang panjang dari penonton, Harris berkata dia berada di sana untuk mengingatkan Rudolph dan, secara lanjutan, dirinya sendiri: “Anda boleh melakukannya.” Harris meneruskan: “Kerana anda boleh melakukan sesuatu yang lawan anda tidak boleh lakukan. Anda boleh membuka pintu”—sindiran berdasarkan klip viral Trump ke sebuah lori sampah minggu ini. Memasuki rentak mereka, Harris dan Rudolph, yang kekal dalam watak sepanjang masa, meneruskan perbualan semangat dengan cara sajak komedi antara satu sama lain, bermula dengan bintang SNL itu berkata, “Sekarang Kamala, ambillah tapak tanganku,” sebelum mereka berdua bersetuju bahawa Amerika perlu “mengekalkan Kamala dan teruskan.” Mereka berdua kemudiannya bergabung di tengah pentas untuk Rudolph berkata dia akan mengundi Harris pada hari Selasa, dan menyampaikan baris akhir ikonik rancangan itu untuk babak pembuka bersama: “Dan secara langsung dari New York, ini malam Sabtu.” Kemudian, hos minggu ini, bekas penulis SNL John Mulaney, mengambil alih. Harris tidak pernah menjadi hos atau tetamu di rancangan itu sebelum ini, tetapi sebelum ini memuji persembahan Rudolph sebagai dirinya semasa penampilan di pada bulan Oktober, dengan berkata tentang bintang SNL itu: “Dia sangat bagus.” Sementara itu, Trump telah menjadi hos SNL sebanyak dua kali: sekali pada tahun 2004, dan sekali sebagai calon presiden pada tahun 2015, walaupun dia tidak muncul di SNL musim ini, atau sejak menjadi presiden.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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Harris Dan Trump Bersilang Jalan di North Carolina Beberapa Hari Sebelum Pilihan Raya berita

Harris Dan Trump Bersilang Jalan di North Carolina Beberapa Hari Sebelum Pilihan Raya

(SeaPRwire) - Naib Presiden Kamala Harris dan bekas Presiden Donald Trump memulakan Sabtu terakhir mereka sebelum pilihan raya presiden dalam lingkungan beberapa blok antara satu sama lain di Milwaukee, hanya untuk mendapati diri mereka diparkir di landasan yang sama beberapa jam kemudian di Charlotte, di mana pesawat mereka mendarat hanya beberapa ratus ela. jauh. Ia menandakan hari keempat berturut-turut calon-calon itu berkempen di negeri yang sama—satu petunjuk medan permainan yang agak kecil ketika perlumbaan yang sangat kompetitif menghampiri garisan penamat dan hanya segelintir negeri dilihat sebagai kompetitif. Trump mengumpulkan ramai orang di Gastonia, N.C. dengan memberi amaran bahawa "pinggir bandar sedang diserang". Beberapa jam kemudian, Harris bercakap kepada ramai orang di sebuah perhimpunan di tengah-tengah Daerah Mecklenburg yang condong kepada Demokrat, kira-kira 35 batu jauhnya, menggambarkan Trump sebagai "semakin tidak stabil" dan terobsesi dengan keluhan peribadi daripada kesejahteraan rakyat Amerika. "Ini bukan seseorang yang memikirkan cara untuk membuat hidup anda lebih baik," kata Harris. Pendekatan kontras calon-calon itu menyerlahkan kepentingan pilihan raya di North Carolina, medan pertempuran penting dengan sejarah beralih di antara parti-parti. Pengundian awal di negeri itu berakhir pada Sabtu petang, dan tinjauan menunjukkan perlumbaan yang ketat dalam margin ralat, menjadikannya penting bagi kedua-dua kempen untuk menggerakkan pangkalan mereka dan mempengaruhi pengundi yang tidak pasti dengan tiga hari tersisa dalam pilihan raya. "Sila bercakap dengan rakan-rakan, keluarga dan jiran anda," kata Harris, menggalakkan mereka yang telah menunaikan undi mereka untuk mengadvokasi kehadiran di kalangan orang lain. "Kepada mereka yang belum mengundi, tiada penghakiman, tetapi sila lakukannya." Di North Carolina, kempen Harris telah memberi tumpuan kepada membina gabungan pengundi yang meluas di luar kubu kuat Demokrat tradisional, menyasarkan bebas dan Republikan sederhana yang mungkin kecewa dengan retorik Trump, kata seorang pegawai kempen. Hujah penutupannya di negeri itu bertujuan untuk meyakinkan pengundi bahawa pentadbirannya akan mengutamakan kebimbangan mereka daripada konflik partisan. "Tidak seperti Donald Trump, saya tidak percaya bahawa orang yang tidak setuju dengan saya adalah musuh," katanya. Harris menangani hak pengguguran, menghubungkan undang-undang pengguguran yang ketat di North Carolina dengan pelantikan Trump terhadap tiga hakim Mahkamah Agung yang membantu membatalkan Roe v. Wade. "Satu daripada tiga wanita tinggal di negeri yang mempunyai larangan pengguguran Trump, termasuk North Carolina," katanya, menimbulkan gelombang cemuhan daripada orang ramai. "Kita semua ingat bagaimana kita sampai di sini," tambahnya, menunjukkan peranan Trump dalam membentuk landskap perundangan semasa. Pengguguran masih sah di North Carolina, tetapi dilarang selepas 12 minggu kehamilan, dengan pengecualian untuk rogol atau inses atau untuk melindungi nyawa wanita. Beberapa hadirin perhimpunan Harris yang ditemu bual mengatakan bahawa melindungi hak reproduktif adalah keutamaan utama mereka dalam menyokong calon. Ketika dia bercakap, perhimpunan itu sesekali diganggu oleh protes mengenai respons AS terhadap konflik yang sedang berlangsung di Gaza. Penunjuk perasaan mengibarkan sepanduk dan menjerit slogan, tetapi Harris mengubah gangguan itu menjadi peluang untuk mengukuhkan komitmennya terhadap demokrasi. "Tak apa, korang semua," kata Harris. "Demokrasi boleh menjadi rumit. Inilah rupa demokrasi." "Kita semua mahu peperangan di Timur Tengah itu berakhir," tambah Harris. "Kita mahu tebusan pulang, dan apabila saya menjadi presiden, saya akan melakukan segala-galanya dalam kuasa saya untuk memastikannya." North Carolina menyokong Trump kurang daripada 1.5 peratusan mata pada tahun 2020, tetapi peralihan demografi telah menjadikan negeri itu semakin kompetitif untuk Demokrat. Ahli strategi Demokrat melihat Daerah Mecklenburg, di mana Charlotte terletak, sebagai penting untuk mendapatkan undi pilihan raya negeri itu, memandangkan ia memegang lebih banyak Demokrat berdaftar daripada 53 daerah lain di negeri itu. Walau bagaimanapun, kehadiran di daerah itu lebih rendah daripada purata negeri pada tahun 2022, menjadikannya titik fokus utama untuk kempen Harris. "Saya percaya kita berada di persimpangan jalan Amerika yang ingin kita cipta untuk masa depan kita," kata Maria Thrasher, pemilik perniagaan kecil berusia 54 tahun dari selatan Charlotte yang menganggap dirinya sebagai pengundi bebas, tetapi menyokong Harris dalam kitaran ini. "Saya bimbang tentang anak perempuan saya. Saya bimbang tentang anak-anak saudara perempuan saya dan gadis-gadis yang datang di belakang kami dan mereka mempunyai hak yang lebih sedikit daripada nenek saya dan generasi ibu saya." North Carolina belum dimenangi oleh calon presiden Demokrat sejak Barack Obama pada tahun 2008.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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Autumn Lighting Fair, Outdoor and Tech Light Expo and Eco Expo Asia draw some 60,000 buyers ACN Newswire

Autumn Lighting Fair, Outdoor and Tech Light Expo and Eco Expo Asia draw some 60,000 buyers

- The twin lighting fairs and the Eco Expo Asia concluded with success, attracting some 60,000 buyers from 150 countries and regions.- 61% of lighting industry respondents expect overall sales to grow in the next 12-24 months, while 61% of respondents foresee AI as a key growth driver in lighting industry.- An exhibitor expected actual orders received after the Autumn Lighting Fair to amount to around US$40-50 million.- Eco Expo Asia successfully attracted buyers from various industries to procure eco products and green technologies, empowering enterprises on their sustainable development.- A Hong Kong company trading electric and hybrid electric vehicles estimate its sales this year to increase by 15-20%, in view of the more optimistic sentiment.HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2024, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), the 9th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo, and the 19th Eco Expo Asia, jointly organised by HKTDC, Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), have come to a successful conclusion. The three exhibitions attracted some 60,000 buyers from 150 countries and regions, signifying Hong Kong’s status as an international conference and exhibition centre. Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “The recent Policy Address proposed several measures to enhance Hong Kong's status as an international trade centre. The fairs created cross-industry sourcing opportunities and attracted some 60,000 buyers in total. The number of buyers from Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Italy and the Netherlands increased from last year. Eco Expo Asia also drew many new buyer groups, including from Indonesia, Malaysia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), showing that ASEAN and Middle Eastern buyers view Hong Kong as an important trading and sourcing platform. These fairs further solidified Hong Kong's role as a trade centre which also promotes green and low-carbon development.”Survey shows optimism on sales in the lighting industryAn independent survey of over 710 exhibitors and buyers at the Autumn Lighting Fair and Outdoor and Tech Light Expo revealed that respondents hold an optimistic outlook, with 61% respondents expecting overall sales to grow in the next 12-24 months, and 34% expecting sales to remain unchanged.For traditional markets, respondents were mainly optimistic about Australia and the Pacific Islands (74%), Korea (72%), and Taiwan (57%). Among emerging markets, the industry was primarily positive on Middle East (88%), Latin America (80%) and Russia (64%).In terms of trends in lighting products, 61% respondents foresee that artificial intelligence (AI) is the driving factor of industry growth. Most respondents (43%) believed energy-efficient lighting control solutions to have great potential in the smart lighting industry in next two years, followed by home automation and smart lighting control systems (36%), wireless lighting control systems (27%) and outdoor smart security lighting systems (26%).Hall of Connected Lighting with international brands launching new productsUnder the theme “Light & Life”, the twin lighting fairs showcased innovative products and solutions that integrate lighting with life. The Autumn Lighting Fair revealed industry trends, such as sustainable development, healthy living, and innovative design. The Hall of Connected Lighting at the Autumn Lighting Fair featured over 50 internationally renowned brands from eight countries and regions.Amongst them, Shanghai Pudong Intelligent Lighting Association and the DALI Alliance collectively showcased numerous key brands to present their intelligent lighting ecosystem. Signify from the Netherlands, Tridonic from Austria and TUYA Smart from Mainland China, among others, also launched new products at the Fair. The hall was not only popular among buyers but also elevated the fair to a higher level.Tridonic GmbH CEO Hugo Rohner stated, "This year, we have met more new buyers from Europe and the Middle East. The Fair also provides a perfect platform for us to announce the launch of lichtMONITOR in Asia, which has attracted the attention of international buyers."The business atmosphere at both lighting fairs was enthusiastic and lively. At the Autumn Lighting Fair, the Mainland China exhibitor Jason Yan, Sales Manager of Hangzhou Sky-Lighting Co., Ltd. stated that the number of buyers visiting their booth increased by 20-30%. During the first day of the Fair, more than 10 buyers from Europe and North America expressed their intention to place orders. He expected that actual orders received after the Autumn Lighting Fair will amount to around US$40-50 million.This year, the Outdoor and Tech Light Expo introduced a Smart Pole and Solution zone. Liu Jie, Manager of Jiangsu Fute Lighting Group Co., Ltd. from Jiangsu Gaoyou Lighting Association, said: “Many buyers from Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, Vietnam and Argentina have expressed serious interest in sourcing our smart streetlights and signal lights. Potential orders under negotiation are up to US$10 million.”A buyer from Canada, David Daniels, President of Etlin-Daniels Electrical Devices Inc. has been visiting the Spring Lighting Fair and Autumn Lighting Fair every year: “I have found two potential suppliers through the Click2Match platform, and I plan to buy US$450,000 worth of area lights and down lights from them. I am also interested in new models of LED panel lights and LED tri-proof lights presented by my existing supplier at the Fair, and I’ll buy US$800,000 worth of lighting products from this supplier.”Eco Expo Asia fully promotes energy conservation and waste reductionUnder the theme of “Fostering Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality”, Eco Expo Asia focused on three areas that echo the recent Policy Address, namely new energy, waste management and circular economy, and ESG-related services.The demand for environmentally friendly products or technologies is increasingly growing across various industries. As a leading expo in the green industry, Eco Expo Asia is supported by governments, industry associations and enterprises from around the world. In addition to local buyers, this year’s expo also invited suppliers who provide services to mainland and ASEAN governments to procure green technologies and products. Other industries attending the Fair to source green products and services included infrastructure, real estate, property management, logistics, hotels, department stores and finance.Hong Kong exhibitor Alex Huen, General Manager of GMI Motors Ltd said: “Last year at Eco Expo Asia, we received over 20 enquiries from Europe, Southeast Asia and Mainland China, resulting in five vehicle sales amounting to HK$8 million. This year, we estimate an increase of 15-20%, in view of the more optimistic sentiment. The Click2Match platform has been invaluable for us. We have successfully arranged five meetings with overseas buyers on the first day.”Keith Ang, Managing Director of Transco-PAC Transport & Environmental Pte Ltd said: “We aim to secure deals with a total budget of S$500,000 (HK$ 3 million). We are particularly interested in solutions provided by Hong Kong companies, including waste management for a government initiative in Singapore, as well as textile recycling solution.” Another buyer Ruuth Sonnia Agustina M, Digital Technology Manager of PT Moda Integrasi Transportasi Jabodetabek in Indonesia, was interested to procure 50 EV chargers worth up to HK$100,000 from a Hong Kong company for the charging stations that they are planning to build at three train stations in the country.Igniting cross-industry business opportunities through three fairsOrganised by the HKTDC, the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo formed a world-renowned lighting marketplace, attracting some 3,000 exhibitors collectively and more than 40,000 buyers and more than 10,000 buyers, respectively. Eco Expo Asia, co-organised by the HKTDC and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd., drew over 300 exhibitors and over 8,500 buyers.Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid mode, exhibitors and buyers can engage in online business negotiations and matching through the Click2Match smart business matching platform until 8 November for the two lighting fairs and until 9 November for Eco Expo Asia.Fair WebsitesHong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition): hklightingfairae.hktdc.comHong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: hkotlexpo.hktdc.comEco Expo Asia: www.ecoexpoasia.comExhibitor and Buyer QuotesHong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition): https://www.hktdc.com/event/hklightingfairae/en/success-storiesHong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkotlexpo/en/success-storiesEco Expo Asia:https://www.hktdc.com/event/ecoexpoasia/en/success-storiesPhoto download: https://bit.ly/3ArukPoThe 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), the 9th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo and the 19th Eco Expo Asia, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), have come to a successful conclusion. The three exhibitions attracted some 60,000 buyers from 150 countries and regionsThe upgraded Hall of Connected Lighting at the Autumn Lighting Fair showcased new products from over 50 renowned companies and brands. Among them, Tridonic debuted its new product - lichtMONITOR - at the FairRenowned lighting designer Tino Kwan and his team collaborated with OFT Interiors Founder CM Jao to curate the GLOW & GROW - How Lighting Enriches a Space installation to showcase the latest industry trends and aesthetics, which open up new horizons for buyers. The lighting fixtures and systems used in the demonstration space were jointly sponsored by the world-renowned architectural and commercial lighting brand ERCO and dynamic lighting experts TRAXON | e:cueThe Autumn Lighting Fair’s Hall of Aurora brought together innovative lighting fixtures and technologies from some 540 renowned brands. Among them, MEGAMAN® used the occasion to celebrate its 30th anniversaryThis year’s Outdoor and Tech Lighting Expo added a new Smart Pole and Solution zone to showcases innovative solutions to optimise energy efficiencyVarious seminars and forums were held during the two lighting fairsThe Hong Kong Tourism Board arranged evening cruises on Victoria Harbour for an extended travelling experience of buyersThis year’s Eco Expo Asia attracted over 300 exhibitors and over 8,500 buyersThe Eco Asia Conference once again invited officials and experts from around the world to analyse trends and new areas for explorationTse Chin-wan, Secretary for Environment and Ecology of the HKSAR Government, attended the Eco Expo Asia and had a dialogue with the youth. The students were enthusiasticThe last day of the Eco Expo Asia was open to the public. Visitors enjoyed free rides in a hydrogen bus organised by the Environmental Protection DepartmentWebsiteInternational Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition): hklightingfairae.hktdc.comHong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo: hkotlexpo.hktdc.comEco Expo Asia: www.ecoexpoasia.comMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:Stanley SoTel: (852) 2584 4049Email: stanley.hp.so@hktdc.orgClayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472 Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgThe HKTDC’s Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences, and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Background information on Messe FrankfurtThe Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. With a workforce of some 2,300 people at its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main and in 28 subsidiaries, it organises events around the world. Group sales in financial year 2023 were around € 609 million. We serve our customers’ business interests efficiently within the framework of our Fairs & Events, Locations and Services business fields. One of Messe Frankfurt’s key strengths is its powerful and closely knit global sales network, which covers around 180 countries in all regions of the world. Our comprehensive range of services – both onsite and online – ensures that customers worldwide enjoy consistently high quality and flexibility when planning, organising and running their events. We are using our digital expertise to develop new business models. The wide range of services includes renting exhibition grounds, trade fair construction and marketing, personnel and food services.Sustainability is a central pillar of our corporate strategy. Here, we strike a healthy balance between ecological and economic interests, social responsibility and diversity.For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.com/sustainabilityWith its headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, the company is owned by the City of Frankfurt (60 percent) and the State of Hesse (40 percent).For more information, please visit our website at: www.messefrankfurt.co Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Bagaimana Syarikat Patut Bercakap Mengenai Perubahan Iklim—Tidak Kira Siapa Menang Pilihan Raya Amerika Syarikat

(SeaPRwire) - (Untuk mendapatkan cerita ini di peti masuk anda, langgan buletin Laporan Kepimpinan CO2 TIME .) dan Donald Trump tidak dapat dipisahkan lagi dalam hal perubahan iklim, dan pilihan raya akan bagaimana negara—dan dunia—menangani isu ini pada masa hadapan. Tetapi tidak kira apa pun keputusan pilihan raya, syarikat perlu memikirkan cara baharu untuk bercakap tentang perubahan iklim. Pada tahun-tahun selepas perubahan iklim muncul sebagai isu global, syarikat sering menggambarkan inisiatif alam sekitar mereka sebagai usaha untuk "melakukan perkara yang betul." Sejak itu, kes perniagaan untuk bertindak terhadap perubahan iklim telah menjadi lebih kuat, daripada tekanan kawal selia untuk mengurangkan emisi kepada kesan cuaca ekstrem terhadap rantaian bekalan. Namun, bukannya beralih kepada perbincangan tentang kes perniagaan, bagi banyak syarikat, pendekatan mesej "melakukan perkara yang betul" masih berterusan. Perniagaan lain hanya cuba untuk mengelakkan daripada bercakap tentang topik itu secara terbuka, kerana takut akan reaksi balas politik. "Perniagaan sering menghadapi situasi 'terkutuk jika kamu lakukan, terkutuk jika kamu tidak' mengenai tindakan iklim," kata María Mendiluce, CEO of the We Mean Business Coalition. "Ini perlu diubah." Potential Energy Coalition, sebuah firma pemasaran bukan keuntungan yang bekerja dalam perubahan iklim, bekerjasama dengan We Mean Business untuk menjadi topik ini, dan penemuan mereka mencadangkan cara yang berbeza ke hadapan. Bukan keuntungan itu mengadakan siri tinjauan dan kumpulan fokus dengan pengguna dan pelabur runcit untuk menyiasat pandangan mereka tentang bagaimana syarikat bercakap tentang perubahan iklim. Penyelidikan mendapati bahawa kebanyakan pengguna percaya syarikat mempunyai tanggungjawab untuk bertindak terhadap iklim, tetapi ramai yang tidak berminat dengan cadangan bahawa ia merupakan keharusan moral. Sebaliknya, bercakap tentang kos dan manfaat bertindak—dengan kata lain, "kebarangkalian" bertindak—menghasilkan tentangan yang terhad. "Data itu sangat jelas. Jika anda meletakkannya sebagai isu moral atau isu politik, anda akan mengagumi ramai orang, dan anda akan mengecewakan ramai orang," kata Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Potential Energy, John Marshall. "Itu tidak berfungsi dengan baik untuk perniagaan." Penyelesaiannya, menurut penyelidikan, agak mudah. Bercakap tentang risiko yang ditimbulkan oleh cuaca ekstrem terhadap infrastruktur, tentang penyertaan dalam pasaran pertumbuhan, dan tentang kesan kewangan sebenar. Sesungguhnya, penyelidikan mendapati bahawa pengguna dan pelabur runcit di seluruh spektrum politik menjangkakan bahawa firma harus menilai implikasi iklim dan tenaga bersih terhadap perniagaan. Pada masa yang sama, penyelidikan mengatakan bahawa perniagaan harus mengelakkan daripada bercakap tentang "betul dan salah", dan melangkau perkataan dan frasa yang dimuatkan, yang tidak jelas seperti "kemampanan" dan " ", singkatan untuk alam sekitar, sosial, dan tadbir urus. Menambatkan perbincangan perniagaan tentang iklim dalam kebarangkalian kewangan mereka akan menjadi langkah penting sekiranya Trump menang minggu depan. Dalam beberapa tahun kebelakangan ini, Trump dan Republikan di Kongres telah menyasarkan inisiatif ESG dan mendakwa bahawa syarikat yang terlibat di dalamnya membazirkan wang demi apa yang dipanggil "menghantar isyarat kebaikan". Menjelaskan usaha iklim dalam istilah kewangan boleh membantu, sekurang-kurangnya setakat tertentu, mengelakkan beberapa kritikan tersebut. Ia juga akan memberi bahasa kepada syarikat untuk melawan potensi pembatalan alam sekitar yang diketuai Trump. Tetapi, walaupun Harris menang, ia akan menjadi berguna bagi syarikat untuk memikirkan semula bahasa mereka. Lensa "kebarangkalian" menarik minat penonton pengguna yang lebih luas—sementara meminimumkan risiko tindak balas balas. Dan ia boleh membantu membuat kemajuan politik kerana pembuat dasar semakin bimbang tentang membelanjakan wang untuk apa sahaja yang boleh meningkatkan kos. Ia juga benar bahawa perubahan iklim memberi impak material kepada syarikat, pengguna, dan pelabur. Pada pandangan saya, lebih berguna bagi masyarakat jika syarikat memberitahu kami tentang impak tersebut daripada menjelaskan betul dan salah.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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Mengapa Trump Beranggapan Dia Memerlukan Lelaki Muda untuk Menang

(SeaPRwire) - Jika Donald Trump menawan semula Rumah Putih, dia akan berterima kasih kepada satu kumpulan demografi pengundi: lelaki. Itulah teori asas kempen Trump. Dalam minggu-minggu terakhir pilihan raya, bekas Presiden dan operasi politiknya telah berusaha untuk mengaktifkan pengundi lelaki dengan kecenderungan rendah hingga sederhana, terutamanya yang muda, dengan ketepatan pembedahan untuk menyapu beliau kembali berkuasa. Itu bermakna mengelakkan temu bual media tradisional demi berbual panjang dengan hos-hos yang menggoda yang menarik penonton lelaki muda yang besar, seperti Theo Von, Lex Friedman, Logan Paul, Nelk Boys, dan Joe Rogan, yang memiliki podcast paling popular di Amerika. Daripada mempamerkan sokongan daripada tokoh-tokoh politik yang berpengaruh, mereka telah mempamerkan sokongan daripada atlet profesional seperti bekas quarterback Green Bay Packers Brett Favre, bekas pemain Pittsburgh Steelers Antonio Brown dan Le'Veon Bell, dan peninju Jake Paul. Di ibu pejabat Palm Beach, kempen telah membina sebuah lombong data untuk menyasarkan pengundi lelaki GOP yang tidak tetap dan lelaki muda yang tidak berdaftar di negeri-negeri ayun yang mereka anggap boleh mencondongkan skala memihak kepada Trump. Pegawai tertinggi Trump memberitahu TIME bahawa strategi itu berdasarkan realiti yang jelas: Kebanyakan pengundi biasa mempunyai pandangan yang sangat teguh tentang Donald Trump. Tetapi selama dua tahun terakhir, tinjauan dalaman dan kumpulan fokus mendapati bahawa sekumpulan lelaki di bawah umur 40 tahun adalah yang paling mudah dipengaruhi ke arahnya, terutamanya mereka yang kurang terlibat dalam politik dan yang mendapatkan berita dan maklumat daripada sumber bukan tradisional. "Orang-orang yang ingin kita gerakkan, di mana terdapat pulangan pelaburan yang tinggi bagi kita, bukanlah orang-orang yang sangat politik," kata seorang pembantu Trump. "Kita tidak melakukan media yang sangat politik. Anda melihat kita bercakap dengan penonton yang lebih muda dan lebih lelaki. Ia dipacu oleh data." Analisis itu juga dimaklumkan oleh trendline sejarah. Pada tahun 2020, Presiden Joe Biden melakukan dengan baik seperti Hillary Clinton empat tahun sebelumnya dengan wanita—menang mereka dengan margin 13 mata—tetapi mengecilkan kelebihan Trump dengan lelaki. Trump mengalahkan Biden dengan lelaki dengan enam mata manakala dia mengalahkan Clinton dengan mereka dengan 11 mata, menurut analisis pasca pilihan raya oleh firma data politik Catalist. "Di mana kita kehilangan tanah dari segi undi mentah terutamanya ialah lelaki," kata seorang pegawai Trump. Untuk tujuan itu, kempen telah merumuskan tesis lurus mengenai perlumbaan ini: "Maksimumkan lelaki dan tahan wanita." Itu tidak akan mudah. Landskap politik Amerika beralih secara dramatik selepas Mahkamah Agung, yang diberi semangat oleh tiga daripada pelantikan konservatif Trump, menamatkan hak perlembagaan untuk pengguguran. Berikutan keputusan Dobbs pada tahun 2022, Republikan telah menunjukkan prestasi yang kurang baik dalam perlumbaan di seluruh negara. Dalam pilihan raya presiden pertama sejak keputusan mahkamah tinggi itu, wanita kelihatan lebih bermotivasi daripada sebelumnya, dan undian menunjukkan bahawa mereka Naib Presiden Kamala Harris mengatasi Trump dengan 12 mata, menurut tinjauan New York Times/Siena. Memandangkan persekitaran itu, penasihat Trump tidak berasa khayal. Mereka tahu bekas Presiden akan kalah dengan pengundi wanita tetapi mengatakan matlamat mereka adalah untuk mengekalkan sokongan yang sama yang mereka ada dengan kumpulan itu dalam dua pilihan raya yang lepas. Itulah sebabnya mereka telah cuba untuk mengekalkan fokus sebanyak mungkin pada ekonomi, imigresen, dan jenayah—tema yang mereka katakan bergema dengan wanita pinggir bandar khususnya. "Tahan mereka," kata pembantu Trump. "Jangan kehilangan tanah." Tetapi terdapat tanda-tanda bahawa kekuatan pengundi wanita boleh menghalang kenaikan Trump. Satu analisis POLITICO mendapati bahawa wanita menyumbang kira-kira 55% daripada undian awal di beberapa negeri medan perang, manakala lelaki menyumbang 45%. Jurang jantina itu ketara setakat ini dalam undian awal Pennsylvania, menurut Projek Pilihan Raya Amerika Syarikat di University of Florida. Dengan 19 undi elektoralnya, negeri itu dianggap sebagai mesti menang bagi kedua-dua calon. Atas sebab itu, rangkaian kumpulan yang bersekutu dengan Trump sedang mencurahkan beratus-ratus juta dolar di sana ke dalam pemacu pendaftaran dan penggerakkan pengundi di sana. Usaha itu telah dalam beberapa minggu kebelakangan ini oleh jutawan Elon Musk, yang menyumbangkan $118 juta untuk meningkatkan peluang Trump dalam negeri ayun yang penting itu. Operasi serupa sedang berjalan di negeri-negeri medan perang yang lain, di mana kumpulan luar telah menubuhkan organisasi lapangan untuk menyasarkan pengundi yang mungkin menyokong Trump. Terima kasih kepada oleh Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya Persekutuan pada bulan Mac, pasukan Trump dibenarkan untuk mengekalkan beberapa komunikasi dengan PAC dan badan bukan untung. Pegawai Trump mengatakan bahawa ia telah membolehkan kempen dan konstelasi kumpulan itu untuk kekal sepadan secara taktikal Dalam beberapa negeri ayun, susunan itu menunjukkan tanda-tanda kejayaan. Di Arizona, di mana pemacu pendaftaran dan pertambahan pengundi kempen Trump sebahagian besarnya di luar sumberkan kepada kumpulan sayap kanan Turning Point USA, lelaki Republikan adalah demografi undian awal di kalangan pengundi baharu. Organisasi itu, yang diketuai oleh tokoh api sayap kanan Charlie Kirk, mencipta inisiatif "Chase the Vote" selepas Republikan mengalami kerugian yang memalukan dalam pilihan raya pertengahan 2022, apabila calon gabenor Arizona Kari Lake gagal dengan kira-kira 17,000 undi. Trump kalah di negeri itu dengan kira-kira 10,000 undi dua tahun sebelumnya. Turning Point mengatakan bahawa ia telah mencipta "model penganjuran komuniti" yang direka untuk menggerakkan kedua-dua penganut MAGA dan pengundi konservatif yang tidak tetap untuk mengundi awal, sama ada melalui pos atau secara langsung. "Kami fokus pada Republikan yang sangat mungkin yang merupakan pengundi yang rendah kecenderungan," kata Tyler Bowyer, ketua pegawai operasi Turning Point. "Orang yang tidak selalu mengundi tetapi bersama kami dari segi ideologi." Kumpulan itu mengatakan bahawa ia telah menggaji beribu-ribu kakitangan bergaji untuk mendaftarkan pengundi dan memberikan "perkhidmatan concierge" untuk membantu mereka mengembalikan undi pos mereka. Ia juga telah menubuhkan operasi serupa di Wisconsin dan daerah kongres yang kaya dengan Republikan di Nevada dan Michigan. Jika perlumbaan ini seketat yang dicadangkan oleh undian, pilihan raya itu boleh dimenangi atau kalah di pinggiran. Dalam pandangan kempen Trump, nasib mereka akhirnya bergantung kepada lelaki muda yang telah menarik diri daripada politik tetapi yang boleh memberikan Trump kemenangan. Ia adalah taruhan yang berisiko. Mereka bergantung kepada kohort pemilih yang paling tidak boleh dipercayai secara sejarah. Tetapi itulah teras strategi kempen bekas Presiden yang tidak konvensional. "Kita mulakan dengan apa yang data memberitahu kita tentang peluang tertinggi kita, kemudian kita kejar itu," kata pegawai Trump. 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Jesse Eisenberg dan Kieran Culkin Berpasangan dengan Kemurahan Hati yang Berseri-seri dalam A Real Pain

(SeaPRwire) - Hampir semua orang mengenali seseorang seperti watak yang mainkan dalam A Real Pain, kisah dua sepupu yang melancong ke Poland untuk menyambung hubungan dengan akar Yahudi mereka, dan dengan masa lalu nenek mereka yang baru-baru ini meninggal. Culkin memainkan Benji Kaplan, seorang lelaki yang menyenangkan dan malas yang kelihatan longgar dan santai, jenis orang yang tidak kisah untuk membawa seketul marijuana ke hotelnya; semasa daftar masuk, dia mengambilnya seolah-olah itu bukan perkara besar. Sepupunya, David—diperankan oleh Jesse Eisenberg, yang juga menulis dan mengarahkan filem ini—tinggal di New York bersama isteri dan anak lelakinya yang masih kecil; dia bekerja tanpa rungutan di sebuah pekerjaan dalam pengiklanan digital. Dia dan Benji pernah sangat rapat, tetapi mereka telah berjauhan. David, yang tegang dan berdisiplin, menjalani kehidupan seorang dewasa yang bertanggungjawab. Benji tinggal di Binghamton dan, seperti yang disyorkan, dia tidak pernah bekerja selama-lamanya. Tetapi entah bagaimana dia mampu bertahan—pesona ramahnya tidak merugikan. Dia jenis orang yang akan mengambil alih piano di bar lounge yang mengantuk dan membuat semua orang menyanyi bersama dalam sekelip mata. Namun sesiapa sahaja yang melihat dengan teliti dapat melihat bahawa Benji merasakan sesuatu dengan begitu kuat—perasaannya begitu mentah sehingga ia seolah-olah bergetar di bawah kulitnya. Dia kedua-duanya membuat marah dan menyayangi mereka yang menyayanginya, dan mungkin tidak ada orang yang hidup yang lebih menyayanginya daripada David. A Real Pain ialah sebuah komedi perjalanan, sebuah kajian yang teliti tentang ikatan yang renggang yang menyatukan keluarga, dan sebuah renungan tentang bagaimana peristiwa yang kita sendiri tidak lalui dapat menandakan kita selama-lamanya. Ia juga sekadar filem tentang kesedihan yang mendalam dan tidak dapat disentuh dalam sesetengah orang, jenis gambar yang tidak dapat diajar oleh sesiapa pun cara membuatnya. Entah bagaimana, ia muncul dari hati Eisenberg dan otaknya yang kuat dan tenang, dan kesannya hampir menakjubkan. A Real Pain bermula sebagai perjalanan yang lucu. David dan Benji dalam perjalanan dari rumah masing-masing untuk bertemu di lapangan terbang. Gelisah dan obsesif, David meninggalkan satu demi satu mesej telefon untuk Benji, jelas risau sepupunya itu tidak akan muncul tepat pada masanya. Apabila David tiba di lapangan terbang, Benji sudah berada di sana, setelah tiba beberapa jam sebelum itu—dia suka menghabiskan masa di lapangan terbang, berbual dengan orang ramai. Benji bukannya tidak boleh dipercayai secara boleh diramal; dia tidak boleh dipercayai secara tidak boleh diramal, yang bermaksud kadangkala anda boleh mempercayainya untuk muncul dan kadangkala anda tidak boleh. Setelah mereka berada di Poland, David dan Benji akan menyertai sebuah kumpulan jelajah—ia diketuai oleh seorang pemandu pelancong yang sangat berpengetahuan tetapi mungkin terlalu banyak bercakap () dan termasuk seorang wanita yang baru bercerai yang ingin menyambung kembali bukan sahaja dengan masa lalunya tetapi juga dengan dirinya sendiri yang kelihatan telah hilang (Jennifer Grey), pasangan yang lebih tua yang melakukan jenis perjalanan serius yang sering dilakukan oleh pasangan yang lebih tua (Liza Sadovy dan Daniel Oreskes), dan, mungkin yang paling mengharukan sekali, seorang lelaki yang melarikan diri dari pembunuhan beramai-ramai di Rwanda dan sejak itu telah memeluk agama Yahudi (Kurt Egyiawan.) Jelajah akan bermula di bandar Lublin yang indah. Tetapi kumpulan itu juga akan melawat Kem Tumpuan Majdanek, dan itu, atas sebab yang jelas, akan menjadi hari yang paling sukar. Nenek David dan Benji telah entah bagaimana terselamat dari pemenjaraan di kem itu, kemudian berhijrah ke Amerika Syarikat. David merindui neneknya, tetapi menjadi jelas bahawa kematiannya hampir menghancurkan Benji. Dia adalah orang yang paling disayanginya di dunia dan, mungkin, satu-satunya perkara yang mengikatnya dengan dunia ini. Terdapat banyak dalam A Real Pain: Eisenberg dan Culkin adalah pasangan yang hebat bersama—mereka bertengkar dan bergulat seperti anak kucing yang bermain dengan bola. Filem ini sangat menghiburkan sehingga anda hampir tidak menyedari bayangan melankolis yang mula merayapinya; itulah ketika anda menyedari bahawa anda berada di tangan seorang pembuat filem yang mahir tetapi jelas tidak menonjol. Ini adalah filem kedua Eisenberg—filem pertamanya ialah yang penuh kasih sayang tetapi tidak sekata pada tahun 2022. Dia juga seorang penulis drama (The Revisionist, The Spoils), dan dia telah menerbitkan sebuah buku cerita, Bream Gives Me Hiccups. Kadang-kadang, orang yang mencuba terlalu banyak perkara dalam hidup mereka hanya sedikit sahaja yang dilakukan dengan baik. Tetapi Eisenberg, nampaknya, mempunyai begitu banyak idea—begitu banyak kegembiraan intelektual—sehingga dia tidak dapat menahan dirinya. Dan jika anda menghasilkan hanya satu filem seperti A Real Pain, jelas anda melakukan sesuatu yang betul. Apa yang paling menakjubkan tentang filem ini ialah kemurahan hati yang bercahaya. Lakonan Eisenberg adalah luar biasa, diredam dan hiperkinetik dalam semua cara yang betul. Tetapi selalunya, dia secara halus mengarahkan perhatian kepada pelakon bersama-nya. Culkin adalah luar biasa. Benji-nya penuh dengan tenaga, sering kali mengeluarkan perkara yang salah yang entah bagaimana, secara misteri, menjadi perkara yang betul. “Davers dan saya adalah sepupu!” dia mengumumkan dengan gembira kepada anggota lain kumpulan jelajah semasa pertemuan pertama mereka, dan kita dapat merasakan ketidakselesaan Dave yang bercampur aduk. Kadang-kadang dia meringis dengan keseronokan gila Benji, terutamanya apabila sepupunya menggunakannya sebagai sejenis senjata: “Kau dulu merasakan segalanya, kawan,” kata Benji kepadanya, sebuah komen yang datang dengan sedikit agresif pasif. Tetapi dia juga agak betul. Dave telah melupakan kegembiraan spontaniti; Benji mengembalikannya. Tetapi Culkin juga menunjukkan kepada kita bahawa Benji sedang berputar-putar di dunia seolah-olah untuk menghilangkan kesedihan yang tidak dapat dinamakan di dalam dirinya. Sesetengah orang merasakan terlalu banyak, sementara yang lain tidak merasakan cukup. Bagaimana kita boleh mengimbangi ketidakseimbangan itu? Bagaimana kita memperlakukan mereka yang menanggung beban paling berat dengan kebaikan? A Real Pain mencadangkan bahawa ia tidak semudah yang disangka. Tetapi itu adalah yang paling sedikit, dan yang paling banyak, yang boleh kita lakukan.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. 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