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Ecological wonder and ancient town draw tourists to Peng'an county, Sichuan
PENGAN, China, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A cattle-herding festival was launched in Peng'an county, Sichuan province, on April 30, attracting tourists from all over the country to enjoy this natural wonder and a newly restored ancient town. A herd of cattle cross the Jialing River towards an island for grass on April 30. Such a grand scene in Peng'an county, Sichuan province appears repeatedly everyday between April to October The county is famous for a natural scene called "hundreds of cattle crossing the river." In a small village of Peng'an near the Jialing River, the upper tributary of the Yangtze River, hundreds of cattle swim across the Jialing River in the morning to graze on the central island. The cows make the return journey across the river at dusk. The grand scene repeatedly occurs from April to October and has become popular among tourists. Therefore, the local government launched an annual cattle-herding festival in 2010. The yearly festival begins on the last weekend of April. Peng'an is also well-known for Xiangru Ancient Town, which was the hometown of Sima Xiangru (179-118 BC), a statesman, poet and musician from ancient China.
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Express Yourself: adidas Launches New Concept Stores at Pondok Indah Mall 3 in Jakarta
adidas puts self-expression at the forefront of the new opening to empower luminariesJAKARTA, Indonesia, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- adidas Indonesia, together with their partner, PT Kanmo Retailindo, announced the launch of their latest retail concept to empower expression through fashion with the opening of two stores at the new Pondok Indah Mall (PIM) 3 in Jakarta. (from right) President Director adidas Indonesia, Benjamin Handradjasa; Co-Founder and Group Managing Director Kanmo Group, Manoj Bharwani; and the MC, Melanie Putria. The German sportswear giant put the pedal to the metal by introducing the all-new Stadium Evolution store and The Collection store. The stores aim to provide a solid "on-and-off the field" retail experience for all sports enthusiasts - from elite professional athletes to fashion-conscious streetwear fans with artistic mindsets. "At adidas, we believe retail expectations have shifted from products to experiences. With our Stadium Evolution and The Collection stores, we are creating experiences that help customers amplify their personalities and fortify their true selves by empowering expression through fashion," said Benjamin Handradjasa, President Director & Country Manager of adidas Indonesia. The Stadium Evolution: Creating impact on and off-the-field The Stadium Evolution store transforms the 350 sqm space into a refined sports stadium. Situated at PIM 3 first floor, the gate entrance takes customers straight into a stadium-like store. A first for adidas, the Supercourt format is adapted to reflect the massive change from an analog world to a world of digitalization. The aesthetics are aptly complimented by digital displays along the footwear section, with athlete's locker style fitting rooms for a brand-new experience in sport. The Stadium Evolution store holds the complete lineup of adidas products, including running, sportswear, training, football, and basketball. The Collection: Get ready, get set, collaborate On the other side of PIM 3 first floor, The Collection store is the go-to destination for sneakerheads, street style enthusiasts, fashion-forward millennials, and Gen-Z's. The store built on a 340 sqm area showcases adidas' latest collections on the adidas archive-inspired Archive Rack and a wide range of classic favorites, including premium sportswear, lifestyle segment and sports-inspired streetwear lines. Catering to adidas' broad spectrum of consumers, The Collection Amplifier Package supports lifestyle enthusiasts, deliver an elevated and affordable retail identity. Decorated with a designer rug by prominent Indonesian artists Tutu and Abenk Alter, The Collection store will act as a hub for adidas Originals line products. "As we recover from the pandemic in 2021, Kanmo Group has strategically partnered with adidas to open these two beautiful stores at Pondok Indah Mall 3. We believe 2021 will be a year of recovery and with a strong partnership between adidas and Kanmo Group, we look forward to welcoming customers back to the mall and experiencing the latest concepts by adidas. By opening these two stores at once and continued expansion in future, we believe strongly that the Indonesian consumers will rebound. We are excited and confident in the growth opportunities with adidas, as they have proved the strong presence in the sport, fashion, and streetwear categories," said Manoj Bharwani, Co-Founder and Group Managing Director of Kanmo Group. "Pondok Indah Mall (PIM) 3 is a new shopping mall opened on April 9, 2021, embracing the concept of futuristic lifestyle and shopping experience. PIM 3 is part of the Pondok Indah City Center and connected via a convenient bridge and a 3-level car tunnel to the PIM 2 and InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah hotel. Creating a safe and welcoming space for self-expression is what we aim for here at PIM 3, that we believe will attract all consumers to come and feel the experiences. With open arms, we welcome adidas to join us in our plans to create Jakarta's newest forward-thinking mall for creative minds," said Jeffri S. Tanudjaja, Vice President Director of PT Metropolitan Kentjana, Tbk. Further to opening its doors on April 30, 2021, adidas is also looking forward to establishing more collaborations with hyperlocal artists for future projects. Click HERE for more images of the adidas Indonesia's new concept stores' launching. About adidas adidas, a powerhouse lifestyle brand with a diverse portfolio in both Sport Performance and Sport-Inspired categories, transcends cultures and is one of the most recognized and iconic brands on and off the field of play. Driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation, the brand inspires athletes of all levels to make a difference – in their game, lives and in their worlds. Media Contact: adidas Indonesia: gracia.putri@adidas.com; firdharizana.putri@externals.adidas.com
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The 3rd Culture & Tourism Industry Development Conference of Longyan Opens in Changting, Fujian
LONGYAN, China, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3rd Culture & Tourism Industry Development Conference of Longyan opened. "The millennial Tingzhou welcomes visitors from all over the world." On the morning of April 29, the 3rd Culture & Tourism Industry Development Conference of Longyan opened in Changting. It was hosted by Fujian Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, CPC Longyan Municipal Committee, and Longyan Municipal People's Government, and organized by Longyan Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, CPC Changting County Committee and Changting County People's Government, opened in Changting County, according to the Publicity Department of the CPC Longyan Municipal Committee. One of the marketing campaigns of "Refreshing Fujian" and "Come to Where Fortune Smiles, Fujian Province", the conference, which consisted of 11 sub-events, is the themed on "Beauty of Tingzhou & Health of Longyan" and dedicated to the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. A series of activities were held at the opening ceremony. They included the promotion of culture and tourism of Longyan, the showing of the documentary "Taste the Minxi" (Western Fujian) with the online interactions of celebrities, the signing ceremony of China (Longyan) Self-driving Tour Industry Base and China (Longyan) Self-driving Tour Destination Base, the signing ceremony of Longyan Culture & Tourism Project, the flag handover ceremony of the 4th Culture & Tourism Industry Development Conference of Longyan, and the starting ceremony of the national self-driving tour of "Get Close to the Red Longyan to Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Founding of the Party". Image Attachments Links: Link: http://asianetnews.net/view-attachment?attach-id=390385 Caption: The 3rd Culture & Tourism Industry Development Conference of Longyan opened.
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Tuniu Corporation Files Its Annual Report on Form 20-F
NANJING, China, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuniu Corporation (NASDAQ:TOUR) ("Tuniu" or the "Company"), a leading online leisure travel company in China, today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The annual report can be accessed on the Company´s investor relations website at http://ir.tuniu.com or the SEC´s website at www.sec.gov. The Company will provide a hard copy of its annual report containing the audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and ADS holders upon request. Requests should be directed to the Investor Relations Department at Tuniu Building, No. 699-32 Xuanwu Avenue, Xuanwu District, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province 210042, The People´s Republic of China. About Tuniu Corporation Tuniu (Nasdaq:TOUR) is a leading online leisure travel company in China that offers a large selection of packaged tours, including organized and self-guided tours, as well as travel-related services for leisure travelers through its website tuniu.com and mobile platform. Tuniu covers over 420 departing cities throughout China and all popular destinations worldwide. Tuniu provides one-stop leisure travel solutions and a compelling customer experience through its online platform and offline service network, including a dedicated team of professional customer service representatives, 24/7 call centers, extensive networks of offline retail stores and self-operated local tour operators. For more information, please visit http://ir.tuniu.com. Related Links :https://www.tuniu.com/
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Golden Pin Design Award 2021 Call for Entries Announced
Don't miss out on the next big opportunity on international design stageFree registration fee for the first 70 entries from ThailandTAIPEI, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2021 Golden Pin Design Award (GPDA), one of the iconic annual design awards in Asia, is now calling for entries, opening up a great opportunity for design talents from across the world to showcase their products and projects that cater to Asian societies globally. Executed by the Taiwan Design Research Institute (TDRI) and organized by the Industrial Development Bureau, "Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwan", GPDA has gone a long way toward boasting a globally acclaimed signifier of quality in design. Thai participants presenting the first 70 Thailand designs will be able to register free of charge. 2021 Golden Pin Design Award Early-bird Registration Open until May 31 Introduced in 1981, GPDA is one of the most authoritative and influential design awards in Asian societies worldwide. The award recognizes commercial products and projects entered by design teams and industry professionals into four categories - product design, communication design, spatial design, and integration design. Designers of award-winning products and projects will have the opportunity to make sales online at Design Pin store and be included in the online exhibition on GPDA website, with a chance to showcase their works at Taiwan Design Museum, the world's first specialized museum among all Chinese-speaking communities and is dedicated to showcasing creative design, as well as access to advisory and matchmaking services with interdisciplinary experts in order to deliver innovations, breakthroughs, or applications. Thai Design on Global Spotlight Over the past couple of years, Thailand design entries have stolen the spotlight in the Golden Pin Design Award. For example, in 2020, 19 entries from Thailand were awarded the Design Marks. In particular, the Department of ARCHITECTURE Co. won the Best of Golden Pin Design Award with the spatial design it created for Little Shelter Hotel (located in Chiang Mai), whereas GREEN DOT BLUE won the Special Annual Award for Circular Design for its "ARTWORK TOMii," a recyclable backpack made of 100% recycled PET bottles. Siriwan Chiwarak, designer of ARTWORK TOMii revealed that, "Winning Golden Pin Award definitely makes my product more widely recognized in Thailand and international markets especially the Chinese-speaking communities, while also opening up a great opportunity for me to speak out about the lesser-known issue of environment. This is an unprecedented platform to showcase your outrageous ideas as well as obtain valuable advice from design experts for further refinement." Thailand Golden Pin Design Exhibition & TaiwanXThailand Design Talks From Apr. 20 to May 23, 2021, the Office of Innovation and Value Creation (of the Department of International Trade Promotion) and Thai Trade Office will host Taiwan's first-ever S.P.O.T. Sustainable Power of Thai-design at the Taiwan Design Museum in Taipei. Executed by Taiwan Design Research Institute, the exhibition will display the 19 winning Thailand design entries of the 2020 Golden Pin Design Award as well as invite winners of the Design Excellence Award (DeMark) to exhibit their 26 winning entries. Additionally, TaiwanXThailand Design Talks, a Taiwan–Thailand designer exchange seminar will be held online on the TDRI's Facebook on April 23, 2021, where Taiwanese and Thai winning designers will have an opportunity to share their design ideas, contributing to future Taiwan–Thailand exchanges. Registration fee waiver for first 70 submissions from Thailand The 2021 Golden Pin Design Award is now accepting submissions worldwide. Early bird registration starts today until May, 31, 2021, with discounted registration fee of NT$3,500 (THB$3,730 approx.) per entry. General registration starts June 1 until June 30, 2021, with registration fee of NT$5,000 (THB$5,320 approx.) per entry. Also, TDRI offers registration fee waiver for the first 70 entries from Thailand in GPDA competition. Applicants are required to initially send an email of interest to gpaward@tdri.org.tw. Entries entitled to the fee waiver will receive a formal reply from TDRI.
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106 MW BayWa r.e. solar farm now supplying green energy to Northern Victoria
MUNICH, Germany and MELBOURNE, Australia, April 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Global renewable energy developer, operator and distributor, BayWa r.e. has announced that its newest 106 MW solar farm in Australia has been successfully connected to the grid. Solar farm Yatpool (copyright BayWa r.e.) Construction of the 630-acre Yatpool solar farm in North Victoria, was completed in late 2019. With 350,000 solar PV panels, the site is capable of generating enough renewable electricity to power around 40,000 homes. "Yatpool took just 10 months to be built, however there was an 18-month delay between the end of construction and final commissioning. These delays were driven by complicated grid congestion challenges in the North West Murray region of the National Electricity Market grid. Challenges I'm pleased to say we were able to overcome to get the site connected," said Fleur Yaxley, Managing Director, BayWa r.e. Projects Australia Pty Ltd. "This is our third major solar development in Australia and marks another step forward in supporting the country's renewable energy goals. "We have an offtake agreement for Yatpool's output with business energy retailer Flow Power, a reflection of the growing appetite for corporate renewable power purchase agreements. We're really pleased to be able to help meet this growing demand from businesses for renewable energy." At its peak construction, the project created employment for 270 people. With ongoing maintenance and commissioning work continuing throughout 2020, the teams also had to overcome considerable challenges of working through last year's Covid-19 restrictions. Ensuring a safe and socially distanced working environment was of paramount importance. BayWa r.e. implemented reduced and smaller working teams, with almost all the commissioning being undertaken remotely via VPN connection. "We'd like to thank our construction partners Beon, consultants WSP and SMEC, and the dedicated staff at Powercor and AEMO, who all helped to deliver this project in very challenging circumstances. This project is a great example of what can be achieved with truly collaborative working," added Fleur. Australia is an important market for BayWa r.e. and the company is dedicated to helping the country to meet its target of growing its renewable energy share to 41% by 2030. Daniel Gaefke, APAC Director at BayWa r.e., commented: "Yatpool Solar Farm was built over a period when there was a lot of change in the Australian renewables sector. However, the project team overcame all of the challenges and showed what can be achieved when the sector works towards a common goal. We see such great potential in Australia and are keen to demonstrate just how achievable Net Zero is. "What we have achieved with Yatpool, along with our other large scale developments, is evidence of our determination to help reduce carbon emissions and deliver green electricity to the country." BayWa r.e. AG (BayWa r.e.): At BayWa r.e we r.e. think energy - how it is produced, stored and can be best used to enable the global renewable energy transition that is essential to the future of our planet. We are a leading global developer, service supplier, distributor and solutions provider and have brought over 4 GW of energy online and manage over 10 GW of assets. We are also an Independent Power Producer with an expanding energy trading business. BayWa r.e. works with businesses worldwide to provide tailored renewable solutions. Operating 100% carbon neutral, we are also committed to our own sustainability journey. Every day, we are working hard to actively shape the future of energy in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Our shareholders are BayWa AG, a €17 billion global business, and Energy Infrastructure Partners, a leader in energy infrastructure investment. Photo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1498704/baywa_r_e__yatpool.jpg?p=medium600 Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/752091/BayWaRE_renewable_energy_RGB_Logo.jpg?p=medium600
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Grand Lapa Macau Rebrands as Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau
Unveiling a New Chapter to Bring 'Boa Vida' To Life, with Art, Culture, and Heritage at Its CoreMACAU, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- To mark Grand Lapa Macau's rebranding to "Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau" in 2021, Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau announced today that it will be celebrating its new hotel brand with a collection of new experiences created for families and couples beginning this summer. Possessing a distinctive charm, the iconic heritage hotel in Macau is set to bring Artyzen's ethos of Art, Culture and Emotional Wisdom to life. An extraordinary replica of the “Window of Tomar” is displayed at the grand staircase of the hotel at Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau. The original Window at the Convent of Christ in Tomar, Portugal was carved in stone in 1510 and symbolises the heroism of seafarers during the Age of Discovery. Carved by a team of artists at Lisbon's famous Fundação Ricardo Espirito Santo, the replica is one-third the size of the original at four metres high, two metres wide and weighs 400 kilograms. Exclusively for Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau, Carlos Marreiros, as one of Macau’s most beloved homegrown talents, created “Happy People in Macau”, a series of beautiful, intricate panels that grace the walls of the hotel reception. Through this magnificent artwork, he illustrates the vibrant, cross-cultural landscape of Macau. Set in the heart of the city, Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau is the only urban resort to offer the perfect escape designed for everyone with the luxurious resort spa, swimming pool, and Kids Co. Artfully designed with Sino Portuguese influences, every room features an exquisite blue-and-white art piece that pays tribute to Macau’s Portuguese heritage and is hand-crafted by renowned Macanese artist, Carlos Marreiros. A series of inaugural events under the new brand are planned to take place this June to welcome all guests to play a part in the rebranding journey and to celebrate 'Boa Vida' - the good things in life! "We are delighted to announce the launch of the Artyzen Hotels and Resorts brand in Macau," said Peter Wynne, Senior Vice President of Artyzen Hospitality Group. "We look forward to welcoming our guests in this artistic enclave where we celebrate the beauty of Macau's tradition, its unique Sino-Portuguese heritage and most importantly the hospitality of the Macanese community." Heritage Landmark Hotel with Modern Touches Established in 1984 as 'The Only Urban Resort in Macau', Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau has seen Macau grow and allowed guests from around the world to create exquisite memories. Under the new name, the hotel carries the mission to bring the brand philosophy of Artyzen Hotels and Resorts to life by infusing the wisdom of art and craftsmanship into the property and by engaging guests to discover the old and the new through bespoke experiences. The renovation was recently completed, with modern touches noticeable throughout hotel with a classic, yet contemporary design, offering refined lifestyle and leisure experiences. Near stunning UNESCO world heritage sites, the upscale lifestyle hotel Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau is abundant with nostalgic features that reflect Macau's rich culture and art history, offering a window into the city's culturally rich heritage. Celebrating "Boa Vida", a new chapter The hotel attributes Macau's Portuguese connection with flair, and champions "Boa Vida". Through the hotel's leading program "Boa Vida" - translated from Portuguese as "enjoying the good life", the hotel encourages people to appreciate life, delicious meals, good wine, great health and friendship, and indulge in participating in tasteful events, such as the well-received Wine and Dine parties and Weekend Markets. "We are thrilled to begin a new chapter where we bring exciting artistic and cultural elements to the hotel. We aim to be loved by guests for the relaxing resort facilities, for the personal touches and graciousness we provide, all delivered with genuine passion. We introduce a landmark, celebratory concept this summer to welcome our dearly-beloved guests in our rebranding journey," said Mr. Rutger Verschuren, Area Vice President, Macau Operations of Artyzen Hospitality Group and General Manager of Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau. As a close friend to Macau's community and a historically-poignant establishment within Macau, Artyzen Grand Lapa is organizing a Summer Celebration Campaign with a kick-off event in June, followed by a collection of new experiences crafted specifically for families and couples to enjoy. The Family Package will offer a Mom and Child special spa treatment, a kids' arts and crafts session, kids amenities package, kids care, culinary school for kids, and lots more. The Couples Package will offer the wine and dine special at Café Bela Vista, Wine Tasting by Artyzen, UNESCO Guided Walk, art gallery tour, and special offers on spa and wellness programs. Details will be announced in June. Photos Download Please click here to download high resolution photos and the photo caption. About Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau Well established in the heart of Macau, the upscale urban and lifestyle resort Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau offers a window into the city's culturally rich heritage. The name "Grand Lapa" draws inspiration from the prestigious Lapa district in Lisbon, Portugal, where celebrities and aristocrats reside. As a true homegrown brand, the hotel celebrates Macau's remarkable heritage. https://artyzen.grandlapa.com About Artyzen Hospitality Group Artyzen Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of Hong Kong-listed conglomerate Shun Tak Holdings. Launched in 2013, the Group's branded hotel concepts and services bridge an East and West cultural understanding to create and generate profitable partnerships with developers and owners. The Group's portfolio comprises Zitan, Artyzen Hotels and Resorts Artyzen Habitat, YaTi by Artyzen. Each hotel brand brings the Group's philosophy of Art, Culture and Emotional Wisdom to life in a unique and contemporary way to provide culturally rewarding guest experiences. Artyzen Hospitality Group is led by a team of highly experienced and globally respected industry leaders known for innovation and talent management. The Group's management practices reinforce their partners' interests while upholding a strong commitment to building environmentally, socially, and culturally sustainable properties. www.artyzen.com Related Links :http://www.artyzen.com
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Sungrow Global Market Share Reaches 27% in 2020
HEFEI, China, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, the global leading inverter solution supplier for renewables, has released the annual report 2020 to shareholders, reporting that the fiscal performance remains prosperous and the global market share reached 27% in 2020. Financials in 2020 The revenue increased by 48.3% to $2.956 billion (2019: $1.864 billion). The net income attributable to shareholders of a listed company came to $298.9 million, an increase of 119.0% (2019: $127.6 million). The CFFO (cash flow from operations) increased by 24.5% to $473.6 million, a stellar and healthy operation structure. Turnover of accounts receivable was 2.5 times, an increase of 41.6%. Basic earnings per share thus amounted to 1.34 yuan (20.54 US cents), an increase of 119.7%. Market Share Expansion Sungrow had over 35 GW of PV inverters shipped in 2020, accelerating its global market share to 27%. Apart from the performance in utility-scale projects in global solar hubs, the development of distribution segments also contributes to this increase. For instance, its market share in Australia for the residential segment has increased to 24%, it has been leading the local market share in Brazil since 2019 and it predicts an even more prosperous future in Europe as it's establishing local channels. In addition, over 800 MWh of Sungrow energy storage systems were shipped worldwide in 2020, and the deployment is expected to show a high growth trend. Sungrow, as one of a few companies that can supply both PV and energy storage product portfolios, keeps making innovations in solar-plus-storage applications as the combination becomes the next thriving sector to unlock the potential of clean energy and facilitate the energy transition. Notably, Sungrow has expanded its annual production capacity to 90 GW, including 10 GW of India manufacturing based on a global growing demand basis. Also, the Company is on the path to establish another factory outside China in the near future. Social Responsibility Milestones As one of the pivotal solar and energy storage players, Sungrow keeps contributing to global carbon neutrality. The Company's accumulative shipments exceeded 154 GW as of December 2020, which is equivalent to eliminating 174.5 million tons of carbon dioxide. Another breakthrough is that Sungrow joined RE100 and has pledged to switch to 100% renewable energy for its electricity requirements by 2028. The Company is dedicated to supporting communities in the global landscape, donating to public welfare and charity undertakings based on the framework of eradicating poverty and contributing to education, as well as fighting against pandemics and natural disasters. Securing the MSCI ESG Rating of AA, Sungrow also shows the robust resilience to long-term, industry material environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks. As the only inverter supplier ranked "100% bankable" for two straight years by BloombergNEF, Sungrow has been at the forefront in the clean energy business for over 24 years. The Company is poised to speed up the pace towards sustainable development with more flagship product lineups rolling out in 2021. About Sungrow Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd ("Sungrow") is the world's most bankable inverter brand with over 154 GW installed worldwide as of December 2020. Founded in 1997 by University Professor Cao Renxian, Sungrow is a leader in the research and development of solar inverters, with the largest dedicated R&D team in the industry and a broad product portfolio offering PV inverter solutions and energy storage systems for utility-scale, commercial, and residential applications, as well as internationally recognized floating PV plant solutions. With a strong 24-year track record in the PV space, Sungrow products power installations in over 150 countries. Learn more about Sungrow by visiting www.sungrowpower.com. Related Links :http://www.sungrowpower.com
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Total Starts Solar Energy Supply to the Singapore LNG Terminal
SINGAPORE, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Total, through its wholly-owned affiliate Total Solar Distributed Generation (DG) dedicated to distributed solar energy, has completed building, and is now operating the solar power system to supply clean energy to the Singapore LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) Terminal, operated by Singapore LNG Corporation Pte Ltd (SLNG). Singapore LNG solar system rooftop by Total The carbon reduction of the LNG supply chain is one of the challenges of this industry. As LNG terminals are complex infrastructures, SLNG chose Total to install its solar power system for its wealth of expertise and experience, and strong track record with commercial and industrial clients. The photovoltaic (PV) system is mounted onto the roofs of the Terminal's buildings and is expected to produce 800 megawatt hours (MWh) of clean energy, which is equivalent to providing electricity to approximately 200 average households in Singapore for an entire year. The system has the potential to avoid 300 tons of CO2 emissions annually, which translates to an estimated 4,900 trees planted. Gavin Adda, CEO of Total Solar Distributed Generation Southeast Asia said, "With a strong, growing presence in Asia, and trusted by companies such as SLNG as the solar energy partner of choice, Total Solar DG provides a solution that fulfils both environmental sustainability and cost-saving goals. As a leading solar service provider for commercial and industrial businesses, we look forward to supporting LNG companies, such as SLNG, in driving down their carbon footprint, and use our global experts of tailor-made solar solutions for any business energy needs". https://solar.total.asia/projects/ About Total Solar Distributed Generation SEA Total Solar Distributed Generation (DG) SEA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Total dedicated to the development of distributed solar energy solutions, including solar-powered rooftops and ground-mounted solar panels. Active in Asia since 2018, Total Solar DG is a major international provider of fully integrated solar solutions for the commercial and industrial sector, with a portfolio of over 600 MW of projects in operation and development in the region. https://solar.total.asia About Total Total is a broad energy company that produces and markets fuels, natural gas and electricity. Our 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is more affordable, more reliable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, our ambition is to become the responsible energy major. Total Solar Distributed Generation Contact Media Relations: contact.solar.asia@total.com Cautionary note This press release, from which no legal consequences may be drawn, is for information purposes only. The entities in which TOTAL SE directly or indirectly owns investments are separate legal entities. TOTAL SE has no liability for their acts or omissions. In this document, the terms "Total", "Total Group" and Group are sometimes used for convenience. Likewise, the words "we", "us" and "our" may also be used to refer to subsidiaries in general or to those who work for them. This document may contain forward-looking information and statements that are based on a number of economic data and assumptions made in a given economic, competitive and regulatory environment. They may prove to be inaccurate in the future and are subject to a number of risk factors. Neither TOTAL SE nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any obligation to update publicly any forward-looking information or statement, objectives or trends contained in this document whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Related Links :https://solar.total.asia/
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dmg events Launches the Citizens Energy Congress to Accelerate Transition to a Low Carbon Energy Future
World-class congress to take place virtually from June 15-16. Congress will bring together a broad spectrum of stakeholders to map out a bold new approach to how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. LONDON, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- dmg events announced the launch of the Citizens Energy Congress, a unique energy industry event committed to resetting the energy agenda, post COVID-19, to drive the transition to a low carbon energy system that balances affordable energy access and climate change commitments. The Citizens Energy Congress will be a virtual event taking place from June 15-16. It will connect the fragmented, divergent, and polarising perspectives around energy and accelerate the industry's response to growing pressure for a bold new approach to how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. The Citizens Energy Congress will bring together a broad spectrum of energy industry professionals, policy makers, investors, and civil society to challenge the concepts and constraints of the existing energy models and to foster consensus-driven foundations for a low carbon energy system. The Congress will seek to build on the growing momentum around the need to tackle global warming, reinvigorated by the virtual summit hosted by US President Joe Biden this month. At the two-day summit, attended by 40 world leaders, the world's leading economies either reaffirmed pledges, or committed to new targets, to reduce carbon emissions to address climate change. The Citizens Energy Congress will look beyond these pledges and examine how these ambitions can be met. The Citizens Energy Congress will address the challenging questions at the heart of the energy transition, recognising the multifaceted nature of the energy system. Attracting global ministers, CEOs and influencers from across the energy ecosystem, the speaker line-up will provide diverse opinions and ensure vigorous debate to help shape future strategic direction. A selection of confirmed speakers include Professor Jeffrey Sachs, Director of the Center for Sustainable Development and President of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, according to The New York Times "probably the most important economist in the world"; Helle Thorning-Schmidt, Former Danish Prime Minister and Former CEO of Save the Children, named by Forbes magazine in 2017 as one of the world's greatest leaders; Peggy Liu, Chairperson, Joint US-China Collaboration on Clean Energy (JUCCCE), one of the leading catalysts of a green China; Lorenzo Simonelli, Chairman & CEO, Baker Hughes and Mark Campanale, Founder and Executive Chair, Carbon Tracker. Supporting organisations include OGCI, the Oil & Gas Climate Initiative, a CEO-led directive that aims to accelerate the industry response to climate change, and Boston Consulting Group, one of the world's leading management consulting firms and the official Strategic Insights Partner for the Citizens Energy Congress. Bob Dudley, Chair of OGCI and former Group CEO of bp said: "Solving the climate challenge will require new ideas, new technologies, new investments, and new government policies, all executed at scale and at speed. Commitment and collaboration across industry, finance, research, government and society are critical." Alan Thomson, Managing Director and Senior Partner at BCG as well as global leader of BCG's Energy practice said: "Private and public-sector organisations must collaborate more consistently, in order to develop and scale technologically and economically impactful solutions to be able to tackle global climate change challenges efficiently." Christopher Hudson, President of Global Energy, dmg events, said: "The Citizens Energy Congress will provide a uniquely balanced and inclusive debate between a broad audience of stakeholders across the energy value chain. Recognising we are all interconnected, our goal is to enhance understanding, not enforce agreement. Our intent is to deliver a world-class forum for a broad-based examination of the competing perspectives on how to achieve a sustainable energy future through strategy, collaboration and innovation." https://www.citizensenergycongress.com/press-release/
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Qatar National Tourism Council Captures Dazzling Pink Supermoon
DOHA, Qatar, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As stargazers across the world settled in to observe the rare Pink Supermoon (April 26th & 27th), Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) marked the epic event with the announcement of its new and bespoke range of astro-tourism experiences. Inspired by the starry skies of the Qatari desert, the astronomer themed vacations have been curated for visitors to enjoy when the borders re-open. Photo credit: Vinay Swaroop Balla & Qatar National Tourism Council The unique 'Arabian Nights' packages, available to book through Gulf Adventures and redeemable until April 2022, offer unmissable activities such as a moon-lit camel safari and stargazing with an astronomer. Also included are BBQ dinner banquets by the campfire and a stay at the Regency Sealine Camp, where modern luxury meets authentic Arabian style, overlooking Khor al Adaid, also known as the Inland Sea which is a recognised UNESCO - where the sea meets the desert. Several of the new itineraries also offer a tour of the Souq Waqif and a dinner at the spectacular Torch 360 restaurant, which offers panoramic views of the Doha skyline. The exclusive new tours are a once in a lifetime experience, available to be enjoyed when Qatar re-open its borders until April 2022. To invite travellers to enjoy the Arabian Nights packages, QNTC in partnership with local astro-photographer, Vinay Swaroop Balla, captured incredible photos of the moon rising above the country's most iconic locations, Torch Tower and Al Aamriya Desert. Qatar is an ideal destination for star and moon gazers, as the darkness of the desert makes for breath-taking views of the night sky. Chief Operating Officer of Qatar National Tourism Council, Berthold Trenkel, said: "Qatar's desert is a perfect spot for astronomy enthusiasts to observe the dark and starry skies; the packages we've put together will provide unforgettable experiences that travel-lovers can look forward to when we welcome them back to the country. As a diverse and cosmopolitan country, this new offer is a dazzling addition to a multitude of activities tourists can enjoy in Qatar". All packages will be in line with the Qatar Clean programme and measures will be in place to adhere to government guidelines. For those wanting to experience the distinctive beauty of the desert skies and familiarise themselves with the country's rich culture, the Arabian Nights packages are the perfect treat. To find out more information about activities in Qatar, please visit https://www.visitqatar.qa. Related Images supermoon-over-torch-tower-in-doha.jpg Supermoon over Torch Tower in Doha Photo credit: Vinay Swaroop Balla & Qatar National Tourism Council supermoon-over-torch-tower-doha.jpg Supermoon over Torch Tower Doha Photo credit: Vinay Swaroop Balla & Qatar National Tourism Council supermoon-in-al-aamriya-desert.jpg Supermoon in Al Aamriya Desert, Qatar Photo credit: Vinay Swaroop Balla & Qatar National Tourism Council Photo credit: Vinay Swaroop Balla & Qatar National Tourism Council Photo credit: Vinay Swaroop Balla & Qatar National Tourism Council
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Beyond Expectations: Celebrity Cruises' Newest Ship, Celebrity Beyond, Defies Imagination, Wonder And Luxury
- Globally renowned designers Kelly Hoppen CBE, Nate Berkus and Jouin Manku collaborate with top architect Tom Wright to redefine the new luxury travel experience - World-Famous Chef Daniel Boulud launches first restaurant at sea - goop CEO and Founder Gwyneth Paltrow to serve as Well-Being Advisor MIAMI, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Celebrity Cruises President and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo unveiled the company's third ship in the company's industry-transforming "new luxury" Edge Series® -- Celebrity BeyondSM. Designed to give guests endless opportunities to disconnect from the world -- while simultaneously reconnecting with the world that surrounds them -- Celebrity Beyond goes further than imagined possible for a cruise ship, creating a new world of wonder and luxury. jwplayer.key="3Fznr2BGJZtpwZmA+81lm048ks6+0NjLXyDdsO2YkfE=" jwplayer('myplayer1').setup({file: 'https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1499090/210426_BEYOND_LONGFORM_FINAL_720p.mp4', image: 'http://www.prnasia.com/video_capture/3359172_AE59172_1.jpg', autostart:'false', aspectratio: '16:9', stretching : 'fill', width: '600', height: '338'}); Inspired by a vision to take the cruise industry into the next era of luxury, Lutoff-Perlo assembled a dream team of modern lifestyle icons to bring to life extraordinary experiences that allow guests to connect with each other, the sea, and their journey. Celebrity Beyond showcases the design talents of multi-award-winning British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE; celebrated American designer Nate Berkus; and lauded Paris-based design firm Jouin Manku; the innovation of British architect Tom Wright; and the culinary gifts of Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud. The ship will also feature experiences and products from goop CEO and founder Gwyneth Paltrow, the brand's new Well-Being Advisor. Redefining luxury again, Celebrity Beyond builds on the features and design of its award-winning predecessors Celebrity Edge (2018) and Celebrity Apex (2020) by creating innovative spaces that set the brand apart from others in the industry. Every element of Celebrity Beyond's look and feel has been carefully curated with re-imagined spaces and more luxurious versions of the brand's most popular signature spaces, including: The Retreat®, an exclusive resort-within-a-resort area for suite guests, highlighted by a new two-story sundeck; Transformed accommodations from modern two-story villas with private plunge pools to staterooms with infinite verandas, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living; An expanded Rooftop Garden and stunning Resort Deck featuring unique cantilevered float pools; A multi-level, multi-terraced Sunset Bar redefining the ship's aft; A first-ever Daniel Boulud fine-dining restaurant at sea; A boldly redesigned Grand Plaza spanning three decks, creating an airy and open indoor space; And, the return of the Magic Carpet®, an engineering feat soaring cantilevered above the sea, offering guests uninterrupted vistas while sipping cocktails or having dinner. "Celebrity Cruises has always been an innovator at sea, and now we have challenged the status quo with a vessel that goes beyond expectations, beyond imagination," said Lutoff-Perlo. "Celebrity Beyond shatters any and every preconceived notion of the cruising experience. This exquisite ship offers a journey at the intersection of elegance and approachability filled with what's important to our guests today: forward-thinking design, culinary excellence, unparalleled well-being and incomparable service." "With Celebrity Beyond, we saw an opportunity to take the extraordinary features of Celebrity Edge - like the focus on the connection with the ocean and the grand spaces - and really amplify them," said Richard Fain, Chairman of Royal Caribbean Group, parent company of Celebrity Cruises. "We focused on providing more openness, height and spaciousness throughout the ship's most popular spaces. The end result is a next generation ship that embodies the intersection of architecture and design." The Retreat: A Resort In and of Itself One of the most sought-after interior designers in the world, Kelly Hoppen CBE, has reimagined aspects of the design for The Retreat, the unrivaled and exclusive resort space for suite guests, including all new suites, and brought her globally renowned style to outdoor venues such as the Rooftop Garden and the main pool area on the Resort Deck. The new, two-story Retreat Sundeck will offer more unadulterated outdoor bliss and ways to rejuvenate in the fresh ocean air with secluded cabanas, chic new seating areas, additional water features and the exclusive Retreat Bar. The warm and inviting Retreat Lounge is a newly stylish space to unwind; while Hoppen's new take on the adjacent private restaurant Luminae, now at the front of the ship, becomes a space where every corner provides a new experience with each visit, in keeping with the daily changing menu. An array of contemporary suite accommodations featuring fresh color palettes and design details by Hoppen await guests of The Retreat, including the redesigned two-story Edge Villas with outdoor plunge pools, and Celebrity's famous Iconic Suites, the largest in the fleet, offering better views than the captain's quarters. Connecting Two Worlds Nowhere is more rejuvenating than the open sea, and Celebrity Beyond ensures guests are able to take full advantage of both the luxurious design of the ship while soaking in the world around them. Perhaps best known for designing the world-famous Burj Al Arab Hotel, lead architect Tom Wright of WKK has expanded the exterior spaces on Celebrity Beyond, transforming them into serene outward-facing sanctuaries leveraging endless ocean vistas and breath-taking panoramas of the extraordinary places the ship will visit. His design both lengthens the ship by 20 meters and raises the ship to 17 decks tall, allowing for the reimagination of The Retreat, the Resort Deck, and the Rooftop Garden – outdoor spaces increasingly important to today's traveler. The main open deck, 40 percent larger than on previous Edge Series ships, features an enormous living Rooftop Garden designed by Hoppen and includes increased seating offering new private nooks and more spaces for movie watching, enjoying live music and outdoor dining at the expanded Rooftop Grill. A highlight of this area is Wright's incorporation of two spectacular floating pools cantilevered six and a half feet over the side of the ship, taking guests beyond the water's edge. On the Resort Deck, guests will enjoy a stunning asymmetrical space with a 25-yard lap pool surrounded by a terraced pool deck and new sunken seating areas designed by Hoppen. Wright also designed the signature Edge Series Magic Carpet, a tennis-court sized cantilevered platform that scales the side of the ship and transforms from open-air lounge or restaurant hovering above the ocean along higher decks to a tender platform for going ashore on lower decks. Featured on Celebrity Beyond, it debuted on Celebrity Edge in 2018 and is still considered one of the most unique design innovations ever for a cruise ship. Celebrity Cruises' Edge Series Design Ambassador Nate Berkus stepped into the role of designer himself, to imagine one of the most anticipated venues on Celebrity Beyond – the Sunset Bar. Inside this space that is nearly twice as large as previous iterations, Berkus has created a chic, Moroccan-inspired escape that is reminiscent of a modern-day Casablanca. Guests will enter through a pergola-covered entrance to enjoy one of the hottest spots at sea. With more conversation niches and covered enclaves to allow guests to connect in a more intimate way, the Sunset Bar's cascading terraces will combine to provide the perfect place to soak in spectacular views and create unforgettable memories. Luxury in Every Detail The core of Celebrity Beyond's vision of luxury is the Grand Plaza, a transformational place at the center of the ship designed by Jouin Manku — the team responsible for designing the Jules Verne restaurant in the Eiffel Tower — and offering a different experience with every visit. Inspired by the piazzas of Italy that serve as life centers of towns where architecture and social connection become one, the Grand Plaza spans three decks at the heart of the ship, boldly declaring it is the place to see and be seen. Larger than Grand Plazas on its sister Edge Series ships, the Celebrity Beyond Grand Plaza has an airier atmosphere with more room for intimate seating. The added space allowed designers to move the Martini Bar into the center of the venue as a full, circular bar. Hanging proudly above the new Martini Bar, the Grand Plaza's iconic chandelier boasts a new, organic shape with hundreds of individual LED lights that cast an inviting glow at all hours—taking center stage with talented bartenders at night during their exciting and theatrical Flash Flair Fusion performance. Connected to the Grand Plaza is the top table of culinary excellence at sea, the new, intimate 50-seat restaurant by world-renowned chef Daniel Boulud. Aptly named Le Voyage, travel is the inspiration for the globally inspired flavors within, designed to transport guests to the very places that inspire the Michelin-rated chef. Complementing the menu, world-class sommeliers will pair the perfect wine with every dish from Celebrity Cruises' "most awarded" wine collection at sea. Complementing Chef Boulud's world-class menu is the restaurant's ambiance, which is also the result of Jouin Manku's creative talents. Intimate seating cocoons are surrounded by luminous portals highlighting the themes of journey and travel, while graphically lit "glass flutes" provide layers of light and texture to create an enchanting experience. Providing a sense of occasion and flow, the Le Voyage experience begins with a dedicated entrance and concludes with a customized sweet prepared in Daniel's own farewell boutique as guests are wished 'au revoir.' Rethinking Wellness at Sea Luxury didn't stop at the architectural design and culinary experience, but extended into how Celebrity Cruises thought of wellness on Celebrity Beyond. New to the ship are AquaClass SkySuites, an immersive living experience that helps guests find their center. From floor-to-ceiling ocean views, private verandas, luxurious bedding and other wellness amenities, Celebrity Beyond has thought of everything to nourish its guests' mind, body, and spirit on vacation. Celebrity Beyond also sets sail with a new partnership with actress and entrepreneur Gwyneth Paltrow, serving as the line's new Well-being Advisor. All Aqua Class guests across the entire Celebrity Cruises fleet (excluding Galapagos sailings) will be treated to onboard wellness offerings, including fitness kits from Paltrow's modern lifestyle brand goop, aimed at enhancing self-care and collective well-being. Paltrow and her team at goop will also curate onboard wellness programming and participate in the line's new Women in Wellness initiative. Welcome Beyond Celebrity Beyond will depart on her maiden voyage on April 27, 2022 from Southampton, England, on a 10-night Western Europe cruise visiting Bordeaux, France; Lisbon, Portugal; and Seville, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona, Spain. She will then offer a variety of Mediterranean journeys including nine-night Italian Riviera and France itineraries and 10-night Greek Isles itineraries through early October, when she then heads to the Caribbean. Voyages are on sale as of April 28, 2021 at 3p.m. ET. For more information on all of Celebrity Beyond's inaugural 2022-2023 sailings, visit https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-beyond. Like her industry-changing sister ships, Celebrity Edge and Celebrity Apex, the former of which was named one of TIME Magazine's "World's Greatest Places" following her 2018 debut season, Celebrity Beyond will connect guests to the breath-taking world around them like never before. Celebrity Cruises' onboard and onshore experiences stand it apart as a new luxury travel brand without comparison. For more information on all Celebrity Cruises' offerings and to book the vacation of a lifetime, visit www.celebritycruises.com. About Celebrity CruisesCelebrity Cruises' iconic "X" is the mark of a fleet of 14 award-winning ships redefining luxury cruise travel with cool, contemporary design and accommodation; dining, spa and entertainment experiences for modern tastes; and culturally rich and diverse destination experiences, all complemented by warm, personalized service. Celebrity has pioneered many industry firsts at sea, including: the first use of solar panels on a cruise ship; the first to eliminate use of plastic water bottles; the first American female Captain of a cruise ship; the first-ever all-female bridge and officer team sailing; the first West African woman to work on the bridge of a cruise ship; and one of the first legal same-sex weddings performed at sea. Driven by wanderlust and a passion for opening the world, Celebrity journeys to all seven continents, visiting nearly 300 destinations in more than 70 countries. Celebrity Cruises is one of five cruise brands operated by global cruise company Royal Caribbean Group. (NYSE: RCL). Celebrity Cruises is applying the recommendations of the Healthy Sail Panel of public health and scientific experts to provide a safer and healthier cruise vacation on all of its sailings. Health and safety protocols, regional travel restrictions and clearance to visit ports of call, are subject to change based on ongoing evaluation, public health standards, and government requirements. U.S. cruises and guests: For more information on the latest health and travel alerts, U.S. government travel advisories, please visit https://www.celebritycruises.com/travel-alert or consult travel advisories, warnings or recommendations relating to cruise travel on applicable government websites. Designer Quotes "There is something about being at sea and looking for the destination that is coming up that is really quite special and is the reason I sail. The design of the ship is what provides that window to the world – the vantage point. More space on Beyond created a bigger 'window' and enabled us to add elements that I had always dreamed of for Celebrity's Edge Series like the float pools hanging off the ship. It all adds to the perspective that will be unmatched in the travel experience it offers." — Tom Wright, lead architect, WKK "All of these spaces are so integral to the ship and people's experience. For me, the design project became all about this idea that every day someone's going to feel different and want to do something different but always want the ultimate holiday. So, there's music, drinks and places to come together but also cocoons and places of solitude. The beauty of this ship is that there is so much opportunity to be who you want to be." — Kelly Hoppen CBE, designer "When a good designer thinks about how something should look, they're thinking about how people should feel. I took inspiration from some of my favorite places in the world – the best parts of Mexico, the best parts of Greece, the best parts of Uruguay with the best parts of California. I wanted this space to represent aspiration. I wanted it to represent relaxation, in an upmarket way." — Nate Berkus, designer "Le Voyage will be a culinary journey like no other and will reflect the flavors of the destinations the ship will visit. The menu will be grounded in the DNA of my French roots, but, at the same time, it's going to be very adventurous. My goal is to create a wonderfully comfortable environment where the food is center stage. I want this to be the most special restaurant at sea." — Daniel Boulud, chef "Guests really gravitated to this area [the Grand Plaza] on Celebrity Edge, making it the most popular gathering spot on the ship. So, we expanded the area and then took a lot of inspiration from modern opera halls for the design - opening it up, giving it a loftier, airier atmosphere. The added space not only lends itself to more guest interaction but also allows for more intimate seating areas for guests to escape to." — Sanjit Manku, co-founder, Jouin Manku "At goop, our curiosity leads us to explore different approaches to well-being and sends us around the world, reporting on the best places to eat, drink, engage, and unwind. Near the nexus of these interests, we came across Celebrity's mission to disrupt the traditional notion of being well-traveled. As Celebrity's new well-being advisor, I'll be working with my team at goop to bring onboard some of our favorite practices and tools for deepening well-being and joy." — Gwyneth Paltrow, CEO and founder of goop PDF - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1499094/Celebrity_Beyond_Fact_Sheet.pdf One of the most anticipated venues on Celebrity Beyond the Nate Berkus-designed Sunset Bar is nearly twice as large as previous iterations. The Moroccan-inspired escape, with conversation niches and covered enclaves, is reminiscent of a modern-day Casablanca and sure to be one of the hottest spots at sea. Guests enter through a pergola-covered entrance and Sunset Bar’s cascading terraces combine to provide the perfect place to soak in spectacular views and create unforgettable memories. Designed by world-class designer Kelly Hoppen CBE and architect Tom Wright, the Rooftop Garden invites guests day or night to relax or play. Whether it’s lounging under one of the shaded seating areas, dancing the night away, or gazing up at the stars as the ship glides over the sea below, the Rooftop Garden offers something for everyone to escape reality. On the new Celebrity Beyond, The Retreat is an exclusive resort space for suite guests designed by Kelly Hoppen CBE. The new two-level Retreat Sundeck offers secluded cabanas, chic seating, water features, the Retreat Bar and more all to help guests make the most of the ocean air. Related Links :http://www.celebritycruises.com
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Heineken® to send 'Pit Wall Bars' to fans at home to enjoy F1® races
- Heineken®, global partner of F1®, has launched a competition for fans to win their very own Pit Wall Bar at home for the 2021 season- Imitating the Red Bull Racing Honda pit wall, fans will get to watch F1® races like never beforeAMSTERDAM, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The majority of F1® fans have never attended a race in person, so official partner Heineken® has created the Pit Wall Bar – the ultimate watch-from-home experience for fans to get set for Race Sundays. jwplayer.key="3Fznr2BGJZtpwZmA+81lm048ks6+0NjLXyDdsO2YkfE=" jwplayer('myplayer1').setup({file: 'https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMC3_cr6WHY', image: 'http://www.prnasia.com/video_capture/3358068_AE58068_1.jpg', autostart:'false', aspectratio: '16:9', stretching : 'fill', width: '600', height: '338'}); Imitating the Red Bull Racing Honda pit wall, fans at home will be able to win the next best thing to being trackside at the Formula 1®. However, unlike the pit walls you see at the circuit on race day, this version comes complete with its own bar - with a Heineken® 0.0 blade, glassware and coasters built in. It's the perfect combination for the ultimate F1® fan – a hub that will have you as tuned into the action as the Red Bull Racing Honda team, while also being a fully functioning Heineken® 0.0 bar.The Pit Wall Bar comes complete with multiple screens to watch every angle of the action or race telemetry, Heineken® 0.0 on tap, racing team headphones and much, much more. The first competition is open for fans to enter now at f1.com/Heineken0.0, ahead of the Formula 1 Heineken Grande Prémio De Portugal 2021 this Sunday 2nd May, with the winner receiving their Pit Wall Bar shortly afterwards to enjoy for the rest of the season. To test the concept with the experts, the Pit Wall Bar was delivered to the Formula 1 Pirelli Gran Premio Del Made in Italy E Dell'emilia Romagna by DHL's biofuel powered truck, where David Coulthard and Red Bull Racing Honda's Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez were treated to a Heineken 0.0 and a first look at the bar. David Coulthard, F1® legend and Heineken® ambassador, said: "The Pit Wall didn't look like this when I was a driver! But I think fans are going to love this, getting as close to the action as possible, with ice-cold Heineken® 0.0 on tap? I'm not sure it gets any better than that." Heineken ambassador David Coulthard poses at the Heineken F1 Pit Wall Bar with Red Bull Racing Honda drivers Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Sergio Perez of Mexico. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images for Heineken)
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Tanduay Inks Deal with the Phoenix Suns, Becomes First Philippine Company to Sponsor 5 NBA Teams
PHOENIX, Ariz., April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Just weeks after it sealed agreements with two other teams from the National Basketball Association (NBA), Tanduay has entered into a partnership with another exciting team — the Phoenix Suns. This makes it the first Philippine company to simultaneously sponsor five NBA Teams. Tanduay products in co-branded packaging with the Phoenix Suns are available in Arizona in celebration of the partnership. Apart from the Phoenix Suns, Tanduay has inked partnerships with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Milwaukee Bucks early this year. It also has an existing partnership with the Golden State Warriors and the Brooklyn Nets. In line with the partnership with the Suns, the two organizations will release co-branded bottle packaging during the NBA season. "As we expand our business worldwide, we create partnerships with organizations that share our passion for excellence. We are confident that the NBA is a significant venue to grow our brand awareness in Arizona and beyond. It is definitely an honor to be a partner of the Phoenix Suns, and we are looking forward to bringing our Philippine-made products to more cities in the U.S. which has a huge potential as a market for rum and other spirits," Tanduay President and COO Lucio Tan III said. Tan, whose family conglomerate in the Philippines have interests in retail, airlines, banking, tobacco, real estate and renewable energy business, is a graduate of Stanford University. Since assuming the leadership of Tanduay, he has moved to expand the alcoholic beverage business' global distribution, especially in the U.S. Phoenix Suns Chief Revenue Officer Dan Costello shared positive prospects of the partnership with Tanduay. "We have heard so much about the craftsmanship that Tanduay, a heritage brand from the Philippines, uses to develop its products. We are thrilled to be aligned with another world-renowned brand with rich history, just as the Phoenix Suns, have the deepest history in Valley sports," said Costello. He added that the Suns have over 500,000 Filipino fans on social media who engage with and love the team. "We are excited to bring a beloved Filipino brand into the Phoenix market to continue to connect the Suns to our fans in the Philippines and around the world," said Costello. Tanduay Rum has the quality and taste profile essential to making cooling tropical cocktails perfect for warm Arizona days and nights. "We are excited that the distinct tropical taste of Tanduay's finest rums would be a good fit for Arizonans," Tan said. You can contact Hensley Beverage Company through the following: Chad Marston - Chief Sales Officer: +1-336-5778786Nathaniel Dworkin - VP Brand Management: +1-602-6794518Robert Knutsen - Brand Manager: +1-602-7080121
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Amazfit T-Rex Pro in the Spotlight at Palm Beaches Spartan Sprint 5K Weekend
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., April 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Amazfit, a global brand in the wearables market, celebrated its official role as Presenting Partner of the Spartan Sprint™ in Palm Beaches, Fla. and introduced the Amazfit T-Rex Pro. Last weekend saw the return of Spartan races to Florida, where more than 6,500 athletes competed across two-days at the Palm Beaches Spartan Sprint 5K Weekend. Amazfit T-Rex Pro in the Spotlight at Palm Beaches Spartan Sprint 5K Weekend The race included 20 of the obstacles that have made Spartan a global phenomenon – including the monkey bars, barbed wire crawl, atlas carry, spear throw, rope climb and a fire jump. Shock-resistant and built to be tough from the inside out, the Amazfit T-Rex Pro was perfectly suited to these tests of toughness, having passed 15 military-grade tests[1] and with 10 ATM water resistance[2]. Tough enough for any outdoor sport or obstacle race, the Amazfit T-Rex Pro, which urges wearers to 'Explore Your Instinct' even when facing extreme conditions and challenges, is the ideal companion for the Spartan Race. As two leading sports and wellness brands, Amazfit and Spartan share the same spirit: encouraging people to live a more active lifestyle and push their limits to new extremes. The Amazfit T-Rex series users are active outdoor enthusiasts who work hard and never stop learning, just like Spartan racers across the world, and so followers of both brands can find value in the Amazfit T-Rex Pro's comprehensive health and fitness tracking functions. These functions are powered by the BioTracker™ 2 PPG Bio-Tracking Optical Sensor, which performs precise heart rate monitoring[3] 24 hours a day and issues an alert if your heart rate gets too high. Should you start to feel uncomfortable at any time, you can always check your blood-oxygen saturation level to better understand your physical condition. Additionally, the FirstBeat™ algorithm assesses specialized data such as your maximum oxygen uptake[4], full recovery time and training load, to quantify your accomplishments after each challenge. In 2021, the Amazfit T-Rex Pro will be put to the test through this new partnership with Spartan® at its obstacle course races across the US and EMEA. [1] The relevant data on this topic comes from the following report: H202005252293-01EN-G2. Prolonged exposure is not recommended as it may damage the watch and its components. [2] In accordance with the GB/T 30106-2013 / ISO 22810:2010 standard, the Amazfit T-Rex Pro achieves a rating of 10 ATM, for a water-resistance of up to 100 meters, and is therefore suitable for splashes, snow, showering, swimming, snorkeling, or non-high-speed watersports. For more information, please visit the support page at: support.amazfit.com. [3] This feature cannot be used for medical purposes or as a basis for medical diagnosis. The detection results are provided for reference only. Heart rate measurement cannot be performed while swimming, and the measurement accuracy might be affected by external factors. [4] Maximum oxygen uptake detection is only supported in outdoor running mode.
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Artmarket.com: Women artists still only account for 8% of the art market! Artprice believes a major shift is about to occur
PARIS, April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Sotheby's is proposing to give greater market visibility to female artists by organising an online session entitled (Women) artists, from 20 to 27 May 2021. But some see this initiative as a form of discrimination. The initiative, which claims to celebrate "contributions by women to art history across 400 years", risks further consolidating the gender gap difference, or even worse, reducing women's place in the Art History to a simple "contribution". Collective work - Portrait of Frida Kahlo © thierry Ehrmann 2020. Courtesy The Abode of Chaos thierry Ehrmann, President and Founder of Artmarket.com and its Artprice department says "The share of art auction turnover generated by female artists has doubled in 20 years, from 4% to 8% of the global turnover. But it is still far too low compared to the number of major female artists: Artemisia Gentileschi, Frida Kahlo, Cindy Sherman… A sales session dedicated to the female sex deserves, at the very least, a prestige evening sale!" Artprice takes this opportunity to focus on four major artists who also happen to be women. Hilma Af Klint (1862-1944). The pioneer of abstract art While no "abstract" work by Hilma Af Klint has ever been sold at auction (for the good reason that they all belong to her foundation), this artist foreshadowed the fundamental role of women in one of the key movements of the 20th century, many of whom went on to generate remarkable auction results: Artist - Personal Record Joan Mitchell: $16.6 million Lee Krasner: $11.6 millionHelen Frankentalher: $7.9 million Cecily Brown: $6.8 million Yayoi Kusama (1929-). The market's most successful female artist Without reaching the heights of Georgia O'Keeffe ($ 44.4 million) or Louise Bourgeois ($32 million), the Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama is the most successful female artist on the art market thanks to an abundant production that changes hands all over the world. With 617 lots sold at auction in 2020, generating a total of $67 million, Kusama ranked 20th in Artprice's 2020 general ranking of artists by annual turnover (all creative periods combined) ahead of Tamara de Lempicka (who came 33rd). The very fact that the most successful female artist in history is a living artist presages a fundamental change that is indeed being confirmed in more recent generations. Jenny Saville (1970-). The most sought after With an average of approximately one show every two years (at the Gagosian gallery) and one painting auctioned per year, Jenny Saville's market maintains a form of rarity that perfectly suits her kind of art. Both classical and brutal at the same time, her painting has been compared to that of Rubens or Lucien Freud, but the English artist has created one of the most original œuvres on the contemporary scene. In the past, Jenny Saville was associated with the Young British Artists movement along with Tracey Emin, Sarah Lucas and Rachel Whiteread. Njideka Akunyili Crosby (1983-). The most promising Her paintings caused a sensation in auctions held in 2017 and 2018, but then subsequently disappeared from the secondary market. However, the young Nigerian-born artist has never been so popular since then. Named in TIME magazine's 2019 "100 Next" list as one of the most influential personalities on the planet, she has also joined the prestigious David Zwirner Gallery, who has joined forces with Victoria Miro to ensure that Crosby's success isn't derailed by market over-enthusiasm. 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Artpink Academy becomes the first-ever art academy for studying art abroad in Vietnam
HANOI, Vietnam, April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nowadays, young people who are passionate of painting, fashion, graphics, architecture, and interior are no longer struggling or groping to study abroad. They can send their trusts to Artpink Academy, one of the most professional art for studying abroad institutions in Vietnam. An artwork presentation by students in Study Abroad course at Artpink Academy Ask practitioner Vu Khoi Nguyen from Chu Van An High School, who gladly shared her feelings of Artpink Art Center. "It can be said that it is very worthwhile," Nguyen chose this way to evaluate the process of studying art at Artpink for over two years, taught directly by Professional Artist Truong Tien Tra. The preparation to study abroad for Artpink students becomes easier and more practical when the old learning method is removed completely. Students can now experience and learn more about creative thinking. Breaking down traditional art education methods, students are inspired by the love of art to improve on their perceptions and profound knowledge of Vietnamese culture and arts. Affirming Vietnamese traditional art culture is a solid foundation for students to grow while studying in developed countries. Artist Truong Tien Tra expressed that Artpink Academy always aims for noble values in art. He orientates each student to a rich and diverse artistic life. Therefore, in addition to the classes at the academy, Artpink and its lecturers regularly organize extra-curricular activities towards the community for students such as giving charity gifts at Tan Trieu K Hospital, and holding workshops on Chinese art stylesraising funds for orphans andvisiting the museum systems. Artpink requires very strict regulations for each student. Therefore, every graduated student from Artpink has had the opportunity to independently study art in developed countries such as the UK, France, Italy and the US. Artist Truong Tien Tra and Artpink Academy have assisted many people in changing their mindsets on expensive costs of art education. Artpink is always aware of their students' benchmarks. It offers a detailed process from assessing students from the beginning to interviewing for admission, and following students' learning process to guide them to the right industry and school in accordance with their capability and passion. Artpink Academy of Fine Arts has an extremely impressive training method with the motto "Each student is a special curriculum". In particular, Artpink not only trains students with a solid foundation and enriches artistic skills, but also advises them on how to find scholarships worth 70-90% of the total cost. By the end of May, Artpink Academy will organize an Art Portfolio Seminar on 23 May 2021 in L'espace 24, Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. By joining the seminar, all attendees will receive the latest information on art study trends from the top world education such as US, UK, France, Italy and Australia. Additionally, the knowledge shared by art experts and leading lecturers will be a very useful source of reference for parents and students who have questions and concerns of about studying art abroad. The guest speakers are: Director of Artpink Academy of Fine Arts - Artist Truong Tien Tra CEO of Pencil Group - Mr. Nguyen Tien Huy Artist, curator of The Factory and co-founder of Manzi Art Space - Bill Nguyen Director of Art Six Space - Do Tuong Linh Graphic Design international student, University of Greenwich (London) - Dam Manh Nghia Speos International Photography School - Paris & London (France) - Le Nguyen Nhat Artpink consultant, a student at Knox College, USA - MC Ha Phuong About Artpink Academy: Artpink Academy of Fine Arts officially operated from December 11, 2012. Artpink was founded with the goal to introduce arts education programs with different purposes in special and intensive education methods from the very beginning stage. Artpink offers short-term traditional art practice workshops; organizes talkshows on art, art history; organizes individual exhibitions for Artpink students periodically; supports extracurricular organizations of art cultures. The Academy currently has two campuses: Facility 1: No. 20 Lane 58 Tu Hoa, Quang An, Tay Ho, Hanoi. Facility 2: No 57 Lane 68 Nguy Nhu Kon Tum, Nhan Chinh, Thanh Xuan, Hanoi. Hotline: 0783278668; Email: info@artpink.vn.
