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Huawei Cloud: Thrive with the Cloud and Reshape Industries with AI
SHANGHAI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At HUAWEI CONNECT 2024, Executive Director of the Board of Huawei and CEO of Huawei Cloud Zhang Ping'an delivered a keynote speech "Thrive with the Cloud: Reshaping Industries with AI". Zhang states that enterprises must seize opportunities in the intelligent era and use AI to build competitive advantages. The key is to adopt an AI-native mindset now. Zhang Ping'an, Executive Director of the Board of Huawei and CEO of Huawei Cloud First, enterprises should actively embrace AI, open up industry scenarios, and develop enterprise AI platforms. This will enable AI to serve their core business. Today, Huawei Cloud Pangu Models have been applied in more than 30 industries and 400 scenarios. Second, AI computing power is critical. Enterprises need to build AI-native cloud infrastructure that matches their requirements. Zhang officially released CloudMatrix to interconnect and pool all resources including CPUs, NPUs, DPUs and memory. It marks an evolution from monolithic to matrix compute. CloudMatrix comprises an AI-native cloud infrastructure in which everything can be pooled, peer-to-peer, and composed, providing enterprises with abundant AI computing power. AI-native cloud infrastructure CloudMatrix officially released Third, data quality determines the effectiveness of AI models. We need to build knowledge-centric data foundations to enable data to serve AI better. Huawei Cloud has fully upgraded DataArts to provide customers with AI-oriented and knowledge-centric data foundations. The updated features include AI+data convergence engines, data development and governance, knowledge services, and AI+data application enablement services. Fourth, build suitable AI models based on business applications. We must abandon the misconception that larger models are better. It is not feasible to address all needs with just one foundation model. Pangu Models 5.0 are available in different sizes, with parameters in the billions, tens of billions, hundreds of billions, and trillions. The complete series of Pangu models meet practically all business application needs. In addition, Huawei Cloud's Pangu 5.0 models enhance spatiotemporal controllable generation (STCG) in the field of multimodal generation. For autonomous driving，the Pangu model can generate driving scenarios that accurately mirror the physical world. It can generate videos that reflect normal driving scenarios, random road conditions and accidental and aggressive driving, allowing automotive enterprises to train autonomous driving more efficiently. Huawei Cloud officially released the Mainframe-to-Cloud Solution, designed to help customers develop new core systems on the cloud with high availability, easy O&M, and better agility, helping customers achieve 99.999% financial-grade high availability. Currently, most banks in China have chosen Huawei to build their new core systems on the cloud. Tao Jingwen, Huawei's Director of the Board and President of the Quality, Business Process & IT Mgmt Dept, recounted Huawei's digital transformation journey. Huawei has developed a methodology, which can be broken down into three layers, five phases, and eight steps. The three layers are redefining intelligent business, AI model development and delivery, and ongoing optimization of intelligent applications. The five phases are identifying suitable scenarios, reshaping processes, transforming organizations, optimizing corporate data, and adopting AI applications. Bruno Zhang, CTO of Huawei Cloud, presented insights on how Huawei Cloud is leveraging AI to reshape data centers, infrastructure, and cloud services. He also addressed the construction of an AI-native cloud designed to accelerate intelligence in industries. The "1+N" Pangu assistant system, unveiled by Mr. Zhang, signifies a new era in cloud service interaction. The system includes Pangu Doer, and the myriad use cases in product R&D, data analytics, security, and office collaboration, where Pangu models are trained using the scenario-specific data, know-how, and practices to enhance cloud services and boost efficiency with tailored AI.
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Huawei Releases Top 10 Construction Guidelines for Intelligent Computing Center Facilities
SHANGHAI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 19, 2024, Huawei Digital Power held the Data Center Facility Summit during HUAWEI CONNECT 2024 in Shanghai. More than 300 industry leaders and experts gathered to explore new trends and technologies of the data center industry for the intelligent computing era. By accelerating industry intelligence, they aim to build a thriving industry ecosystem and create a brilliant future of intelligent computing to power the digital era forward. Steve Kim, President of Huawei Data Center Facility & Critical Power Business, shared valuable insights in the opening speech: The intelligent computing era is coming fast, posing higher requirements for data centers. Huawei leverages its highly reliable products, global ecosystem, and professional services to develop reliable, simple, green, and smart data center facility solutions. According to Kim, Huawei Digital Power is eager to work with industry leaders and elites to redefine data center reliability with stricter safety and quality standards, promote healthy industry development, and embrace new opportunities of intelligent transformation to power the digital era forward. During the summit, Bob He, President of Huawei Data Center Facility & Critical Power Product Line, delivered a keynote speech on "Embrace the Intelligent Computing Era, Power the Digital Era Forward." Mr. He highlights that as data centers evolve from general-purpose to AI computing, they face challenges such as security, high power density, high energy consumption, and uncertainty. Huawei proposes "Reliable, Flexible, and Sustainable" and has released top 10 construction guidelines for intelligent computing center facilities to build reliable data center for intelligent computing, aiming to power the digital era forward. Reliability is the core competitiveness of data center facilities. 1. Isolated energy storage: Deploying an energy storage system outdoors isolates it from IT services, maximizing data center safety. If deployed indoors, it must meet fire resistance, water fire extinguishing, and emergency ventilation requirements. 2. Distributed architecture: Deploy electromechanical equipment in a distributed mode to minimize fault domains. One power or cooling system can be deployed in a single container to prevent fault spreading and service impact. 3. Continuous cooling: Data centers should ensure continuous cooling for high-density equipment to prevent service interruptions during abnormalities.4. High-reliable products: Product quality should be managed comprehensively throughout design, incoming materials, production, testing, networks, and processes, delivering high-quality products to ensure end-to-end safety. 5. Professional services: Professional and proactive services from deployment to maintenance eliminate risks and ensure that systems run reliably for a long term. 6. Smart management: AI technologies can prevent faults like power failure, fire, and overheating in data centers, making it essential for smart O&M. Flexibility is preferred to address the uncertainties of intelligent computing centers. 7. Subsystem decoupling: To address uncertain requirements in the intelligent computing era, subsystem decoupling can be adopted to meet basic requirements for flexible evolution of data centers.8. Flexible architecture: Standardization, modular design, and prefabricated modules enhance data center flexibility, enabling smooth expansion and quick delivery of intelligent computing centers. Sustainability is the only choice to reduce energy consumption. 9. High density and efficiency: High-density deployment and high-efficiency design save space and energy for electromechanical equipment in intelligent computing centers.10. Air-liquid convergence: Air-liquid convergence and an adjustable air-liquid ratio can reduce the total demand for cooling capacity, simplify delivery, and improve the energy-saving performance of systems. Huawei will cooperate with customers and partners to embrace new changes in intelligent computing and innovate continuously to develop reliable, flexible, and sustainable data center facility solutions. Huawei will accelerate digital and intelligent transformation to unleash infinite potential and power the digital era forward.
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Huawei Cloud Stack Interprets Its National Government Cloud Reference Architecture, Helping Global Governments Thrive on the Cloud
SHANGHAI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At HUAWEI CONNECT 2024, the Huawei Cloud Stack Roundtable for Global Government CIOs, with the theme, "Dive into Cloud and Thrive with Intelligence", was held. Digital economy leaders from 20 countries in Asia Pacific, Africa, Middle East, Central Asia, and Latin America convened to share their digital visions and successful experiences running government services on the cloud. Shang Haifeng, the CEO of Huawei Mainframe Modernization BU and President of Huawei Hybrid Cloud, and Wind Li, Vice President of Huawei and CEO of Global Public BU. Digital technologies are propelling global development. More than 170 countries have launched digital development strategies, and over 50 countries have initiated AI strategies. Top authorities of many countries have realized the importance of digital transformation. Shang Haifeng, CEO of Huawei Mainframe Modernization BU and President of Huawei Hybrid Cloud, emphasized, "Huawei Cloud is at the forefront of global digitalization. We have delivered more than 800 government cloud projects across more than 120 countries and regions. Huawei Cloud Stack is dedicated to supporting the digital future of nations and driving intelligent transformation of government and enterprise customers with innovative technologies and solutions like AI and the national government cloud solution." Shang Haifeng, CEO of Huawei Mainframe Modernization BU and President of Huawei Hybrid Cloud At the forum, Wind Li, Vice President of Huawei and CEO of Global Public BU, stated that Huawei's innovative technologies and solutions are continuously driving more efficient public services and transforming government service models, contributing to the high-quality development of the digital economy. He emphasized: "Diving into cloud is not just technological advancement; it is also a key force in innovating government service models and propelling the development of the digital economy. With these emerging technologies, the experience of public services, the efficiency of government collaboration, and the precision of government governance will be comprehensively enhanced, providing strong support for the sustainable development of the economy and society." Wind Li, Vice President of Huawei and CEO of Global Public BU As many countries are pushing forwards cloud native adoption, building secure, compliant, and efficient government clouds to accelerate innovation remains a significant challenge. Drawing on extensive experience, Huawei Cloud Stack provides a national government cloud reference architecture for three types of clouds: security clouds, government clouds, and public clouds. Hu Hang, General Manager for International Business of Huawei Hybrid Cloud, interpreted the reference architecture, saying, "Huawei Cloud Stack, with its trusted cloud infrastructure, data-AI convergency platform, and AI-Native cloud, forges a core cloud foundation for the Huawei National Cloud 2.0 solution. Deployed on-premises, we provide over 120 essential cloud services and more than 40 scenario-specific solutions to help governments achieve their national digital visions faster." Hu Hang, General Manager for International Business of Huawei Hybrid Cloud Hu Hang also announced the official launch of Huawei Cloud Stack's Government Leap Program where three major leaps are involved: Scenario leap: Huawei will work with customers and partners to create over 10 scenario-specific benchmarks centered around data governance, disaster recovery, cloud security, and AI and drive the modernization of government applications. Migration leap: Huawei will offer free virtualization migration tools, covering 500+ mainstream operating systems. They will provide exclusive business incentives for the first 50 customers migrating to Huawei Cloud Stack. Industry leap: Huawei will help customers create more than 100 industry benchmarks to improve their industry influence. They will also collaborate with customers on the publication of white papers to showcase industry-leading practices and promote industry development. Wongkot Vijacksungsithi, Senior Executive Vice President of National Telecom (NT) in Thailand, detailed the Thailand government's journey with the "Cloud First" national initiative, highlighting strategic collaboration with Huawei Cloud Stack. Together, they established a national cloud data center that serves as a unified platform for 205 government departments, significantly enhancing service delivery and resource management efficiency. Leveraging Huawei Cloud Stack, the Government Data Center and Cloud (GDCC) system operated by NT now manages cloud resources flexibly and efficiently, propelling the Thailand's digital government transformation. This saves them THB800 million in annual operational costs for digital infrastructure. At the roundtable, Kelvin Kibiwott Kiprop, CIO of KoTDA, outlined the digital strategy for Konza Smart City, emphasizing that cloud and AI are pivotal to smart city evolution. In a strategic alliance with Huawei Cloud Stack, Konza has established Kenya's first Tier-3 cloud data center, facilitating the cloud migration of over 70 core government and enterprise applications in Konza. Looking ahead, Konza is set to intensify its partnership with Huawei Cloud by developing more digital services like a smart customer service and intelligent government OA system. These initiatives aim to address user needs across diverse scenarios and drive forward Kenya's digital economy. Since 2024, Huawei has initiated the "Leap2Cloud" initiative, inviting global government and enterprise customers to dive into cloud and unlock its vast potential. Throughout this journey, many pioneering government customers have collaborated with Huawei to innovate on the cloud, improving public services, fostering economic growth, and refining governance. At this roundtable, Huawei Cloud honored these pioneers with the "Leap2Cloud Distinguished Government Innovation Pioneer Awards", expressing the gratitude for their enduring support and trust. Huawei Cloud looks forward to scaling new heights of innovation together with the partners in the future. Awards ceremony With innovative technologies and numerous industry-specific solutions, Huawei Cloud Stack provides a preferred hybrid cloud for more than 5,500 government and enterprise customers around the world. Moving forward, Huawei Cloud remains committed to promoting global digital transformation and driving the digital economy's quality growth with cutting-edge tech and superior services.
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GoTo Group Partners with Tencent for Cloud Infrastructure and Digital Services Delivery
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent, the global leading technology company, has today announced a partnership with GoTo Group, the largest digital ecosystem in Indonesia. The collaboration will see Tencent Cloud providing a comprehensive suite of cloud infrastructure solutions and digital services to GoTo's business. The collaboration will see Tencent Cloud providing a comprehensive suite of cloud infrastructure solutions and digital services to GoTo’s business. As part of the five year partnership, GoTo will leverage Tencent Cloud's technology and Platform as a Service (PaaS) services to support its comprehensive ecosystem. GoTo's engineering team will collaborate with Tencent Cloud's in-house service and architecture experts to further develop its technology, allowing the company to improve its enterprise offerings, while also boosting its consumer-centric products and strengthening user experience. As a leading Indonesian tech company, GoTo's strong market presence and range of services will be further bolstered by Tencent Cloud's strong local presence, underpinned by its locally domiciled Tencent Cloud servers. Poshu Yeung, Senior Vice President, Tencent Cloud International, said, "We are excited to partner with GoTo to drive Indonesia's digital transformation. With over 20 years of experience in technological innovation and building large-scale digital ecosystems, Tencent Cloud's high-performance, easy-to-maintain, and flexible cloud services will benefit GoTo's key service offerings. We remain committed to GoTo and Indonesia and we look forward to exploring further collaborations in the future." Patrick Walujo, GoTo Group CEO, said, "The partnership between GoTo and Tencent Cloud will support our company, as well as the countless consumers, driver-partners and MSMEs that depend on our ecosystem. Our goal is to offer our users a seamless and integrated experience across our platforms, and Tencent Cloud offers us a firm technical foundation for achieving this. Our two companies have a long history together and I am confident that our relationship will continue to flourish." With a comprehensive global infrastructure spanning 21 geographic regions and 58 availability zones, including two data centers in Jakarta, Indonesia, Tencent Cloud delivers over 400 technologies and connectivity solutions designed to drive enterprise-grade digital transformation. By establishing local data centers, Tencent Cloud enhances service proximity, minimizes data access delays, and fosters rapid digital transformation for businesses and organizations nationwide. This strategy not only ensures compliance with regulatory standards but also offers robust disaster recovery options across the Asia-Pacific region. About Tencent Cloud: Tencent Cloud, one of the world's leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure, Tencent Cloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation. About GoTo Group: GoTo is the largest digital ecosystem in Indonesia. GoTo's mission is to 'empower progress' by offering technology infrastructure and solutions that help everyone to access and thrive in the digital economy. The GoTo ecosystem provides a wide range of services including mobility, food delivery, groceries and logistics, as well as payments, financial services, and technology solutions for merchants. The ecosystem also provides e-commerce services through Tokopedia and banking services through its partnership with Bank Jago.
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YOFC Unveils MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra Series of Multimode Fibres
Enhancing Data Center Efficiency in the AI Era WUHAN, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the past two decades, the rapid growth in the number of Internet users and connected devices has dramatically boosted traffic to global cloud platforms and enterprise data centres. This surge has positioned data centres at the forefront of technological innovation. In recent years, the widespread adoption of AI technology has prompted data centres to evolve toward more efficient computing. As a result, data centre operators worldwide are striving to develop faster, denser, more cost-effective, and more energy-efficient infrastructures. In the field of short-haul optical communications for data centers, transmission solutions using vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs) and multimode fibres (MMFs) are favored for their cost-effectiveness. For 25 Gbaud transmission, OM3 and OM4 fibres have become the dominant choice for link coverage ranging from 70 to 100 meters. However, as data centers transition to higher transmission speeds, the industry is shifting towards the use of 100G/Lane VCSEL transceivers. This shift has introduced new challenges for fibre, the medium for data transmission. Issues such as the central wavelength drift of the light source and bandwidth limitations of traditional OM4 fibre at 850nm or longer wavelengths may lead to a reduction in link transmission distance. To address these challenges, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (hereinafter referred to as "YOFC") has leveraged its deep technical expertise in MMFs to design the high-performance MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra series of MMFs, specifically tailored for 100G/Lane optical transceivers. These new fibre products enhance the transmission efficiency of data centers. MaxBand® OM4 Pro: It offers an effective modal bandwidth of over 4700 MHz*km in the 850nm to 870nm wavelength range. This significantly improves the average bandwidth within this range and effectively addresses the issue of reduced transmission distance caused by central wavelength drift. MaxBand® OM4 Ultra: It provides high bandwidth at wavelengths of 850nm to 870nm and 910nm. This meets the demand for 100G/Lane single-wavelength unidirectional and bidirectional transmission over distances of up to 100 meters, significantly enhancing transmission distance for single-channel 100G and Terabit BiDi links. Figure 1: YOFC’s Optimized MMF Bandwidth for 100G/Lane Figure 2: Transmission Distances for 100G/Lane Using Different Optical Fibres YOFC's MaxBand® OM4 Pro/Ultra series of MMFs are fully compatible with existing OM4 and OM5 fibre optic standards, as well as systems based on these standards. OM4 Pro: Broadened Bandwidth, Future Ready Traditional OM4 fibre provides high bandwidth at 850nm but is limited in bandwidth for longer wavelengths with a narrow operating window. By expanding the operating window to 850~870nm, YOFC's MaxBand® OM4 Pro fibre effectively compensates for signal degradation resulting from wavelength shifts in optical modules. This ensures high-quality signal transmission, reduces connectivity costs for AI data centers, and enables a seamless upgrade for data center multimode connectivity solutions to 400G, 800G, and higher speeds. OM4 Ultra: Dual Windows, Double Performance OM4 Ultra fibre extends the operating window to 910nm, achieving dual operating windows of 850~870nm and 910nm. This innovative design supports 400Gb/s, 800Gb/s, and 1.6Tb/s single-wavelength and dual-wavelength transmission systems. Utilizing wavelength division multiplexing (WDM) technology, it enables high-speed transmission through fewer fibres, paving the way for potential upgrades to 1.6Tb/s in data centers. OM5: All-round High Bandwidth, Pioneer in Multi-wavelength Transmission YOFC MaxBand® OM5 fibre provides comprehensive high bandwidth in the 850~950nm wavelength range. It supports BiDi or SWDM multi-wavelength transmission systems from 40Gb/s to 1.6Tb/s, offering a robust fibre foundation for future SWDM transmission solutions of 1.6Tb/s and above. Fully Upgraded and Compatible With the advancement of data center technology, YOFC's MMFs have evolved from single-window to wide-window, dual-window, and multi-window solutions, offering comprehensive fibre options to customers. These innovative fibre products not only fulfill the demand for higher-speed networks but also ensure backward compatibility, facilitating seamless integration with existing technologies. By providing new fibre optic solutions, YOFC supports the green and low-carbon development of large-scale data centers in the age of AI, driving data centers toward a more efficient and environmentally friendly future. As a global leader in optical communications, YOFC has been deeply committed to innovation in MMFs for many years. Their MMF products are widely used around the world, earning the trust and praise of numerous customers. With these groundbreaking solutions, YOFC is dedicated to satisfying the growing demand for data transmission with enhanced efficiency and reliability. In doing so, the company is facilitating the growth of data centers in the AI era and beyond by addressing their need for higher speeds.
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FinVolution and Huawei Cloud Host Global FinTech Workshop, Spotlighting Globalization Trends
SHANGHAI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FinVolution and Huawei Cloud co-hosted a global fintech workshop at FinVolution's Shanghai headquarters on September 18. The event brought together representatives from financial institutions and fintech companies across Africa and Latin America. As part of the Huawei Cloud Spark Discovery Forum, attendees joined FinVolution to explore China's evolving credit technology landscape and the industry's globalization trends. Participants gained insights into FinVolution's international expansion and engaged in discussions with the company's senior executives and business teams. FinVolution and Huawei Cloud Host Global FinTech Workshop Xiaodong Sun, Senior Vice President of FinVolution, presented on the development and future trends of China's credit technology industry. He highlighted, "China's CreditTech industry has become a global leader in innovation. Over the past decade, exponential growth has been driven by the increasing digitalization of financial services and the rising demand for personalized, data-driven credit solutions. The sector now plays a pivotal role in providing comprehensive, accessible credit services to underserved communities, while equipping financial institutions with cutting-edge technology." Richard Ding, Senior Strategy Director at FinVolution, shared the company's progress in international strategic expansion. FinVolution has built leading fintech platforms in Indonesia and the Philippines, and through its intelligent voice robot SaaS platform, BLU AI, the company has extended technology services to Latin America and Africa. At the workshop, FinVolution showcased BLU AI, its overseas intelligent voice robot. Leveraging AI and big data, BLU offers precise multilingual speech recognition, natural language understanding, and outbound call services, enhancing workflow efficiency and service quality for FinVolution's platforms and overseas clients. Currently, BLU AI supports nearly 40 fintech platforms across seven countries in Asia, Latin America, and Africa, with a speech recognition accuracy rate exceeding 95%, supporting Chinese, English, Spanish, Indonesian, and Tagalog. During the Q&A session, global industry peers expressed great interest in FinVolution's international business practices. FinVolution's representatives shared practical insights on achieving deep localization in multiple countries and the impact of tailored technology solutions. As of Q2 2024, FinVolution had served 5.6 million overseas users, with its international business contributing nearly 20% to the company's total revenue, solidifying its position as the company's second growth driver. Recently, FinVolution was named "LendTech of the Year" at the Asia FinTech Awards, further underscoring its success in advancing digital financial inclusion and expanding its influence in the Asia-Pacific market. About FinVolution Group FinVolution Group is a leading fintech company that connects millions of consumers as well as small-sized enterprises with financial institutions. Founded in 2007 and listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2017, we have been at the forefront of the pan-Asian credit technology industry, pioneering innovative technologies in credit risk assessment, fraud detection, big data, and artificial intelligence. With a proven track record of robust growth in pan-Asian countries, we have established leading fintech platforms in China, Indonesia, and the Philippines. For more information, please visit: en.finvgroup.com
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AG&P Industrial creates history by setting sail its first-ever module shipment to Europe, in Antwerp, Belgium for INEOS's over € 4 Billion landma
Project ONE is an investment by INEOS in the Antwerp chemical sector for the construction of an ethane cracker. The investment amounts to over four billion euros, making it the largest investment in European chemistry in more than 20 years. INEOS Project ONE paves the way for renewal of the European chemical industry with state-of-the-art technology for sustainable production at the lowest environmental footprint that will reduce carbon emissions by approximately 2 million tons per year. AG&P Industrial, selected from among top 15 yards globally, to ship a total of 77 pre-assembled pipe rack modules and 58 pre-assembled support structures, weighing 10,443 MT for modules and 274 MT for support structures for INEOS Project ONE. AG&P Industrial's last shipment is expected sail by February 2025. Wood Group selected as the engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) arm for INEOS Project ONE. MANILA, Philippines, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AG&P Industrial (Atlantic, Gulf, & Pacific Company of Manila, Inc.), a leading diversified, full-asset lifecycle engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, and commissioning (EPFCIC) infrastructure development and operations and maintenance (O&M) company, has completed the fabrication and shipment of the first batch of Outside Battery Limit (OSBL) modules with a total weight of 1,432.47MT for its first-ever European contract with London-based INEOS, the fourth largest chemical company in the world. Fabricated in AG&P Industrial's state-of-the art fabrication yard in Batangas, Philippines, the modules were shipped to Port of Antwerp, Belgium, the second largest chemical site in the world. AG&P Industrial creates history by setting sail its first-ever module shipment to Europe The OSBL modules will support INEOS' Project ONE, a novel ethane cracker plant with a capacity of 1,450 kt of ethylene per year. Designed to be one of Europe's most efficient and sustainable chemical plants, Project ONE will provide ethylene, a key building block in chemistry, at the lowest carbon footprint making overall use of the best available techniques. Consumers of Project ONE's ethylene will cut carbon emissions by two million tons per year as compared to the available alternatives today – an equivalent of greenhouse gas emissions produced by 1.6 million gasoline-powered passenger vehicles driven for one year, or carbon dioxide emissions from 867,574 homes' energy use for one year[1]. AG&P's scope of work includes detail engineering, procurement, fabrication, and modularization of pre-assembled units and pipe racks to be made in state-of-the-art facility yard in Batangas. Project ONE will be completed with the Wood Group as the engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) arm, with all three entities collaborating as one integrated team to deliver the critical project. "We are honored to be selected by INEOS for its flagship project and for the opportunity for AG&P Industrial to enter Europe for the very first time in our over a century of existence. AG&P Industrial was selected by INEOS from among top 15 yards globally, qualifying with necessary certifications and stringent European industry standards of construction. INEOS Project ONE represents AG&P Industrial's global prowess to serve Australia, Asia, US, and now, Europe, and affirms our world-class capabilities, qualifications, market-leading credentials, and proven track record. It also represents AG&P Industrial's commitment to contribute to lowering carbon emissions across the world," said Alex Gamboa, President and Managing Director of Global Business Development, AG&P Industrial. "Project ONE will provide renewal to the European chemical industry with state-of-the-art technology at the lowest environmental footprint. Specialized in building simple-to-complex process modules for the industrial sector with world-standard safety and quality record and powered by a diversified and highly experienced project delivery team, we found AG&P Industrial to be an ideal partner to support us in the build-out of our ethane cracker," said Jason Meers, Chief Financial Officer of INEOS Project ONE. AG&P Industrial has employed more than 2,100 for the project Batangas, Philippines, with all craftsmen trained and certified to European standards. The INEOS partnership supports AG&P's commitment to create livelihood and employment for local workers with a multiplier impact on the local economy of Batangas. [1] https://www.epa.gov/energy/greenhouse-gas-equivalencies-calculator About AG&P Industrial A subsidiary of the AG&P Group, AG&P Industrial, Manila is a leading diversified full-asset lifecycle EPFCIC (Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Construction, Installation and Commissioning), infrastructure development, and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) company with a legacy of executing award-winning marquee projects globally for LNG terminals, refineries, petrochemical plants, utilities, LNG liquefaction modules and other complex process units. It is also one of the largest Philippine industrial construction companies, operating a world-class manufacturing site in Batangas with deepwater access and 60,000MT of annual module assembly capacity. We build large segments of projects and complex process modules in a controlled environment with the highest standards of safety and quality. For more information, please visit https://industrial.agpglobal.com/. About INEOS Project ONE Project ONE is an investment by INEOS in the Antwerp chemical sector for the construction of an ethane cracker. The investment amounts to over four billion euros, making it the largest investment in European chemistry in more than 20 years. The advanced plant will produce ethylene, one of the most widely used basic chemicals worldwide and an essential building block for a variety of products, found in medical applications, textiles, computer and smartphone casings, household appliances, packaging to preserve food longer and cosmetics. It is also used in lightweight parts for cars and wind turbines, insulation materials for the construction industry or pipes for transporting drinking water. Project ONE will raise the standard for the chemical sector in Europe by deploying best available techniques. In particular, the investment will pioneer energy efficiency and have a carbon footprint less than half that of the 10% best steam crackers in Europe. The end of 2026 is targeted as the start of operation. The investment in Lillo will create 450 direct jobs and thousands of indirect jobs. At the peak of construction work, some 2,500 workers will be employed at the Antwerp site. More information at: https://project-one.ineos.com About INEOS INEOS is a global manufacturer operating in the petrochemical sector and manages 36 separate businesses. We operate 194 plants in 29 countries and employ 26,000 people worldwide. INEOS makes the raw materials and energy for everyday life. Our products make a vital contribution to society and are essential in applications ranging from preserving food to providing clean water; from building wind turbines, solar panels and other renewable technologies to building lighter and more fuel-efficient vehicles and aircraft; from medical equipment and pharmaceuticals to clothing and household appliances. In recent years, INEOS has diversified with the launch of INEOS Automotive and INEOS Hygienics. As part of its strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, INEOS' businesses have introduced plans and actions needed to ensure they lead the transition to a net zero economy by 2050 at the latest. For more information, please visit https://www.ineos.com/
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Tulufan, Xinjiang: Help the wide application of electric heavy trucks to enable the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries
TURPAN, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 19, the staff of State Grid Tulufan Electric Power Supply Company came to Toksun County, Tulufan City, Xinjiang Province, to conduct on-site investigation for the special charging pile of electric heavy truck installed by Xinjiang Puruwei Trading Co., LTD. According to the latest data from the traffic force insurance, in the first half of 2024, the number of insurance registrations in the heavy truck market reached 212,000. Among them, the number of registrations of electric heavy trucks was 26,043, a year-on-year surge of 158%. In order to solve the problems of electric heavy truck charging pile installation data and complicated process, State Grid Tulufan Electric Power Supply Company sorted out and simplified the charging pile installation process, launched the "green channel" of electric heavy truck charging pile installation, organized the establishment of charging pile installation work class, and continuously improved the quality and efficiency of power supply service. Up to now, there are more than 700 electric heavy trucks in Tulufan City, and 67 special charging piles for electric heavy trucks have been built, with a total capacity of 27,250 KWH, providing solid power support for the wide application of electric heavy trucks in Xinjiang. Since the electric heavy truck entered the market, State Grid Tulufan Electric Power Supply Company has continuously focused on the development and construction of the "eight industrial clusters" in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, increased the construction of charging infrastructure, optimized the level of power supply service, and laid a solid foundation for the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries in Xinjiang and the acceleration of new quality productivity.
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HUAWEI Innovative Product Launch Unveils Next-Gen Wearables Experience and Seamless Productivity with Tablets
BARCELONA, Spain, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 19, at the HUAWEI Innovative Product Launch event in Barcelona, Spain, Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) unveiled several highly anticipated products, with 'Fashion Forward' approach for wearables, including the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH D2 and HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate Green. The launch also announced the popular HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch and HUAWEI MatePad 12 X tablets, together delivering a new generation of wearable experiences, and upgraded technologies for enhanced productivity and seamless connectivity with brand new tablets. HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series: Leading the Fashion Edge HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Series is among the first Huawei smartwatches to introduce the HUAWEI TruSense System, an integrated health and fitness tracking feature that comes with an upgraded sensor and improved algorithms – producing results that are faster, more accurate, and more comprehensive. Featuring the distinct Sharp-Edged Design and available in a total of 12 different models and in Pro or Standard edition, HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 series is design to lead the Fashion Edge, with the Pro edition made with aerospace grade titanium alloy and nanocrystal ceramic, bringing higher levels of durability. With the HUAWEI TruSense System, it enables Huawei's brand new Emotional Wellbeing Assistant, achieving an upgrade in health management to include not just physiological but also psychological management. The new smartwatch brings new Pro-Level sports features. For golfers and divers, HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Pro brings Golf Course mode with the inclusion of over 15,000 global golf courses maps as well as Free Diving mode, offering a more comprehensive on-wrist tracker for their sports activities. HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 Pro also comes professional features for Trail Run, such as support for segmentation navigation function, as well as a 10-metre contour map. The smartwatch offers exceptional battery life, with up to 14 days of usage on the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 46mm and GT 5 Pro 46mm, and up to 7 days on the HUAWEI WATCH GT 5 41mm and GT 5 Pro 42mm. HUAWEI Wearable Product Ambassadors: Pamela Reif and Sir Mo Farah HUAWEI Wearable Product Ambassadors Sir Mo Farah and Pamela Reif made an appearance, with Sir Mo Farah sharing his expertise on running and advanced sports techniques, while Pamela Reif focused on watch design and app courses, showcasing the 'Light Up Your Rings' experience. Pamela Reif expressed her admiration for the new watch stating: "The HUAWEI Watch GT 5 Pro is more than a smartwatch; it's a style icon that really gives me a Fashion Edge. In addition, Huawei has made some really impressive enhancements to the activity tracking. Join me and Light Up Your Rings every day!" Sir Mo Farah echoed the sentiment, adding: " As a runner I care about small details to give me a competitive edge; the enhanced Sunflower GNSS is an absolute gamechanger, while the all new Running Form analysis feature can give any runner insights into how to shave seconds off their personal best." HUAWEI WATCH D2: World's First Smartwatch with Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Certified by NMPA and MDR The launch of the HUAWEI WATCH D2 introduced a ground-breaking innovation as world's first wrist-based, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) device to be certified by NMPA and MDR. This marks a significant step forward in wearable technology, embodying Huawei's commitment to "Health Forward". The watch delivers 24-hour accurate blood pressure measurement, and features the HUAWEI TruSense System for faster and more accurate results. In terms of blood pressure technology, Huawei already innovated for over nine years, having a long-term partnership with global hypertension experts, including Professor George S. Stergiou, President Elect International Society of Hypertension, and Professor Wang Jiguang, President of the Chinese Hypertension League and so on. The HUAWEI WATCH D2 features a light and slim design, incorporating an ultra-narrow mechanical airbag and a 1.82-inch large screen. It is only about 1/5 the width and 1/25 the volume of traditional upper-arm electronic blood pressure monitors, making it easy to take blood pressure measurements no matter where you are. In addition, with a single tap, users can measure up to 9 body indicators and generate a Health Glance report. HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate green edition: Explore Without Limits An update to last year's release, HUAWEI WATCH Ultimate introduces the new Advanced Golf Course Features and the enhanced Expedition Mode, along with a new green edition that combines paradigm-shifting technologies and cutting-edge craftsmanship, embodying the "Adventure Forward" spirit and built for the adventurous at heart. The new green edition brings an exclusive dual-colour nano-tech ceramic bezel, which requires a more complex manufacturing process to deliver a beautiful white-green colour duo to match the aesthetics. The all-new advanced Golf Course Mode offers precise analytics and insights for enthusiasts, plays-like distance, shot distance, AI Caddie, and more. As long as a new expedition Route Import feature that integrates with the HUAWEI Health app, allowing users to import routes. Huawei is dedicated to helping consumers cultivate healthy lifestyle and exercise habits through the global continuation of the "Light Up Your Rings" campaign. By leveraging the Activity Rings and Medal Rewards system, the campaign offers an engaging experience that helps individuals to live a healthier life. In addition, Huawei's wearables are always designed to be available for both Android and iOS smartphones, to make its latest health technology innovations and sports tracking features accessible to an even wider audience. HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch: Creation of Beauty The newest flagship tablet, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch, is designed to deliver the ultimate user experience focused on creativity and productivity. Equipped with an innovative Tandem OLED PaperMatte Display, HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2-inch delivers an impressive maximum brightness of 2000nits for an authentic viewing experience. Advanced anti-sparkle and nanoscale anti-glare etching technologies ensure a premium, paper-like visual experience. It comes with the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard, featuring a 2-in-1 stylus and keyboard storage and charging design. To inspire creativity, the tablet's GoPaint App offers a wide range of digital creation tools, including the ground-breaking Splatter brushes and Fluid brushes. The FangTian Painting Engine 2.0 supports 8K ultra-large canvas, providing professional-grade tools for artistic expression. HUAWEI MatePad 12 X: Style Meets Creativity and Productivity HUAWEI MatePad 12 X is a lightweight flagship model, designed for the younger generation. It boosts productivity, allowing trendsetting users to pursue their dreams while delivering an enjoyable experience. The new tablet innovate Shimmery Pearlescent Sheen, resulting in a metallic white with colour-changing effects based on lighting. The all-metal device body with integrated seamless design making it stylish and durable. HUAWEI MatePad 12 X PaperMatte Edition features an Ultra-bright PaperMatte Display, offering superior quality in viewing, writing, and touch, making it ideal for reading and creative work. On September 19, 2024, Huawei officially launched the GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity themed "Creative By Nature". From the kickoff day to December 31, 2024, painting enthusiasts around the world can share their unique digital art works on HUAWEI Community platform. HUAWEI Reaffirms Commitment to Innovation, Fashion, and Creativity Alex Huang, Chief Marketing Officer of Huawei Consumer BG, emphasises the brand's global impact and commitment to innovation. Highlighting Huawei's commitment to blend cutting-edge technology, fashion, and creativity, into the products, seamlessly integrating them into consumers' daily lives, the brand continues to inspire consumers through campaigns such as Light Up Your Rings initiative and GoPaint Worldwide Creating Activity. "We aim to bring innovative products that offer consumers a unique blend of fashion and creativity," said Alex. "By inspiring our users, Huawei strives to create a more connected and heartwarming world where technology enhances daily living and brings people closer together." For more information on the price and availability, please visit: https://consumer.huawei.com/en/wearables/ https://consumer.huawei.com/en/tablets/?ic_medium=hwdc&ic_source=corp_header_consumer
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Introducing AMAZINGTHING's New Line of iPhone 16 Accessories: Omni and Glamour Lead the Way in Protection and Style
HONG KONG, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With over a decade of expertise in crafting innovative Apple accessories, AMAZINGTHING is proud to announce the launch of its latest collection of iPhone 16 accessories. Available at local retail stores, Apple Premium Resellers, and the official AMAZINGTHING website, the lineup includes the Omni and Glamour case series, along with the cutting-edge Max Glass screen protector. Protect and perfect your iPhone 16 with premium cases, glass, and lens covers. AMAZINGTHING continues to innovate, delivering products that offer unparalleled protection without sacrificing style. Designed for a wide range of users, from professionals seeking functionality to fashion-forward consumers, the new series strikes a perfect balance between form and function. Omni – Versatile, Functional, and Cool The Omni series is the epitome of versatility and advanced protection. Combining cutting-edge technology with sleek design, it's perfect for tech-savvy professionals looking for more than just a case. Key features of the Omni series include: Shock-absorbing TPU-made corners and lens guard, potentially upgradable to ensure future-ready adaptability for iPhone camera advancements. Reinforced backplate that combines a 2mm super-thin profile and ultra durability. Colour-matching MagSafe-ready ring for easy integration with Apple's ecosystem that doesn't disrupt the iPhone 16's original beauty. 8.5 ft drop protection – Ensuring durability and resilience with everyday uses. InfinityView™ len guard to eradicate "black corners" during shooting and zooming, offering an unobstructed clarity. The Omni case also boasts a clean aesthetic and practical features, making it the perfect choice for those who value both protection and utility. Whether for day-to-day use or professional environments, the Omni series has you covered with its robust yet sleek construction. Glamour – Elegance Redefined, Fashion Forward For those who want to make a statement, the Glamour series is the ultimate fusion of high fashion and device protection. Engineered with luxury in mind, this case offers: A fabric-textured backplate adds a unique and sophisticated touch to your outfit. Fully hidden MagSafe-ready ring, ensuring "fashion compatibility" as well as with MagSafe accessories. Hidden reinforced edges to maintain 10 ft drop protection while maintaining a sleek appearance. Phone Strap Ready design for added convenience and accessories-friendly. The Glamour case is crafted for fashion-conscious users who demand elegance and sophistication. This case redefines luxury by combining high-end materials with durable protection, allowing users to safeguard their devices in style. Apart from the above, both series, along with their sibling series - Minimal, Titan Pro and Titan Max are all equipped with the latest AI Engineered ergoFrame™, made out of German anti-discolouration material, lasting fresh and pristine looking; it is tested with the latest AI models to guarantee enhanced gripping force while maximising comfort. Max Glass: Advanced Screen Protection with Anti-Blue Light Technology AMAZINGTHING also introduces its latest in screen protection: the Max Glass screen protector, designed to provide the ultimate defence for iPhone 16 displays. Anti-blue light technology reduces harmful blue light and eye strain. Anti-glare and anti-reflection properties enhance the clarity and usability of the device in all lighting conditions. Swiss Lab-tested actual 9H hardness rating, ensuring resistance to scratches, drops, and impacts. All-Case-Fit precision fits perfectly in any phone case while maintaining smooth touch sensitivity for an optimised user experience. The Max Glass protector, along with options such as Full Glass, Matte Glass, and Privacy Glass, allows users to choose the level of protection and privacy they need, all while preserving the vibrant display quality of their device. A Decade of Innovation and Protection AMAZINGTHING's reputation is built on over ten years of dedication to producing high-quality Apple accessories, prioritising protection and innovation. The latest collection of iPhone 16 accessories reinforces the brand's commitment to providing sleek, functional, and durable products that cater to all users. AMAZINGTHING's case lineup includes: Minimal – "Simply Good" for day-to-day, minimalist protection. Omni – "Versatile, Functional, Cool" for gadget enthusiasts seeking advanced features. Glamour – "Elegance Redefined, Fashion Forward" for users who prioritise both fashion and protection. Titan Pro – "Elevate Experience, Pro+ Performance" for outdoor-ready, rugged protection. Titan Max – "Protection at Its Finest" for maximum durability and performance. AMAZINGTHING is dedicated to delivering quality and innovation, ensuring your iPhone 16 is always protected and ready for anything. For more information, visit amazingthing.com.
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Xinhua Silk Road: Foreign media team tours Xifeng Group in NW. China's Shaanxi to experience charm of Chinese Baijiu
BEIJING, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A team of more than ten foreign media executives and journalists from countries including Spain, Romania, Kazakhstan, and Vietnam toured Xifeng Group, a renowned Chinese Baijiu manufacturer in Baoji City of northwest China' Shaanxi Province on September 11. The foreign media representatives started their trip from the production workshop of Xifeng Group, witnessing the unique brewing process of Xifeng Liquor. Impressed by the intelligent and semi-intelligent workshop in which the workers collaborate with industrial robots to achieve liquor production, Yasiru Bandara Ranaraja, founder and director of Belt & Road Initiative Sri Lanka, said that the robots can greatly boost the efficiency of liquor production by reducing the bottling time from 40 minutes to 25 minutes, and that's why the production line can achieve an annual output of 100,000 tons. When visiting the comprehensive building of the distiller's yeast, foreign media representatives were showed the scene of traditional handmade distiller's yeast. The foreign media team also visited the cultural hall of Xifeng Group, where they were briefed on the history of Xifeng Liquor, one of the four famous Chinese liquors that dated back to the Shang Dynasty. After experiencing the unique charm of Chinese Baijiu culture represented by Xifeng Liquor, foreign media representatives hope Xifeng Liquor will continue to serve as an important bridge connecting China and the world in the future. Original link: https://en.imsilkroad.com/p/342199.html
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WELOV MATTER P200 PRO SMART AIR PURIFIER NOW FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH APPLE HOME FOLLOWING LATEST APPLE UPDATES
Seamless integration with Apple's smart home platform for more device types enhances user experience and expands connectivity options for WELOV. LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WELOV, a brand of AiDot, is excited to announce that with the latest updates to Apple's operating systems and frameworks, the Matter P200 Pro Smart Air Purifier is now fully compatible with the Apple Home ecosystem via Matter. This development brings enhanced connectivity and streamlined control, offering users a seamless experience when integrating the P200 Pro into their Apple-based smart home environments.  Using WELOV Matter P200 Pro with Apple Home Add the World's First Matter-Compatible Air Purifier to Your Apple Home Today With Apple's updated platforms, the WELOV Matter P200 Pro can now be controlled effortlessly via the Apple Home app, Siri voice commands, and through automation settings that sync with other Apple Home-compatible devices. This ensures a more efficient and personalized approach to air purification, improving the health and comfort of any indoor space. The WELOV Matter P200 Pro offers cutting-edge air purification with advanced filtration and real-time air quality monitoring. This integration empowers Apple users to effortlessly control their air quality with the technology they already trust and rely on. "Expanding compatibility with Apple Home means more convenience and control for our users." said Kevin Bright, Director of Communications at WELOV. "We are thrilled to align our products with Apple's ecosystem, giving users an intuitive and fully integrated way to manage their air purification needs." The WELOV Matter P200 Pro Smart Air Purifier is available now for purchase through WELOV's website, Amazon, and authorized retailers. For one day only, shoppers can save 50% with our celebratory sale; purchase the Matter P200 Pro from Amazon on Friday, September 20th, between 05:00 AM and 05:00 PM PDT (08:00 AM and 08:00 PM EDT) to take advantage of this innovative air purifier's biggest discount ever. For more information about the WELOV Matter P200 Pro or to explore its features, visit welovhome.com. About WELOVWELOV is a leader in smart home innovation, dedicated to providing advanced air purification solutions. Our products are designed to enhance everyday life by combining cutting-edge technology with thoughtful design, ensuring the well-being of users within their homes.
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Tulufan, Xinjiang: For the first time, a new energy plant and station has achieved "all-green electricity" operation
TULUFAN, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 19, employees of State Grid Tulufan Electric Power Supply Company came to State Power Investment Zhongli Tenghui Qiquanhu Photovoltaic Power Station to provide comprehensive technical support and guidance for new energy enterprises. Seven wind power and photovoltaic power generation enterprises, including Xinjiang Jize Power Generation Company in Tulufan, have obtained 6.035 million KWH of grid electricity by purchasing 6,035 "green certificates" to achieve "green electricity - green electricity" and achieve green energy use in the whole link of new energy power generation. The green power certificate, referred to as "green certificate", is the only certificate that identifies the production and consumption of renewable energy power. Promoting the all-green operation of new energy power generation is an important measure to promote the green consumption of renewable energy. "Before, we were just 'producers' of green electricity. Now the buyers of green certificates have become green electricity consumers, and the production process is fully green." Qiquan Lake photovoltaic power station inspection officer Forzati Dilishati said. Since the launch of the green electricity and green certificate market, State Grid Tulufan Electric Power Supply Company has actively promoted green electricity trading, promoted the supply of green electricity and green certificates in multiple scenarios, promoted the rapid promotion and popularization of related services in Tulufan, and helped build a new power system. In the first eight months of this year, the cumulative volume of green electricity transactions in Xinjiang reached 1.174 billion KWH, 93.83 times that of the whole year of 2022.
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Hanwha Power Systems signed a business agreement at 'Gastech 2024' with a major European LNG carrier shipping company for the retrofitting o
Zero carbon emission goal, development of eco-friendly clean fuel ammonia gas turbine technology Establishment of eco-friendly fuel conversion cooperation with a major LNG carrier shipping company in Greece SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanwha Power Systems, a total energy equipment and marine solutions company of Hanwha Group, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with GasLog to convert its LNG carrier propulsion system to an ammonia gas turbine at Gastech 2024 held in Houston on September 19. Through this agreement, the two companies will discuss in more detail the demonstration plan to replace the existing fossil fuel powered vessels with eco-friendly ammonia gas turbines. In August, Hanwha Power Systems and Hanwha Ocean with the support of GasLog completed preliminary engineering and economic feasibility reviews for LNG carrier retrofitting. Following the signing of this MOU, Hanwha Power Systems and GasLog, as strategic partners, will continue their collaboration focusing on performance, economic and compliance assessments from a comprehensive perspective to promote the application of ammonia gas turbines in vessel retrofits. Meanwhile, in recent years, the shipping and shipbuilding industry has faced serious challenges in the face of carbon emission reduction regulations led by international organizations such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the European Union (EU). In anticipation of this new reality, Hanwha Power Systems, through its affiliate, Power Systems Mfg., LLC (PSM), located in the United States, has been actively developing an innovative Ammonia (NH3) Combustion System to meet the anticipated requirements of the IMO and EU "Fit for 55". These development activities include a successful full-scale, high-pressure test campaign. The PSM Ammonia Combustion System is planned to be implemented with a gas turbine intended for this propulsion power application. Hanwha Power Systems' move is attracting a lot of attention from shipowners who currently lack suitable alternatives for carbon reduction. Ongoing discussions are also taking place with some major ship owners. In particular, ship owners point out that ammonia gas turbines do not require pilot oil during normal operation, whereas engines typically use pilot oil at all operating points. For a gas turbine using ammonia fuel it is possible to operate completely carbon-free, or operators can freely mix ammonia and natural gas so that they can respond flexibly and economically to future regulations. The gas turbine will generate a negligible amount of methane slip, even if natural gas is used as fuel. Feasibility studies are ongoing for other potential fuels that could be used. After Hanwha Group acquired Hanwha Ocean, Hanwha Power Systems launched the Marine Solutions Business Division in May last year to promote ship modification and upgrades, ship availability and services, and eco-friendly fuel propulsion vessel business based on eco-friendly fuels. In particular, within about a year of the launch of the Marine Solutions Business Division, the company has signed contracts with the world's leading shipping companies for LNG Reliquefaction Unit retrofit work for LNG carrier, cargo carrying capacity improvement retrofit work for container ships, and installation of energy saving devices. Through this, it has been recognized for its technology and capabilities as a comprehensive solutions company, and is growing rapidly in the ship eco-friendly retrofitting market. The agreement is expected to play an important role in accelerating the transition to green fuels and could become a game-changer for many shipowners to tackle the carbon emissions challenges they face. Justin Lee, CEO of Hanwha Power Systems, said, "If the demonstration of ammonia gas turbines for ship propulsion is successful, it will be a major turning point in the global shipbuilding and shipping industry paving the way for eco-friendly fuel propulsion in vessels."
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Ricoh and LG Announce Global Partnership to Enhance Workplace Experience Solutions
Expanding communication services capability in the global B2B market TOKYO, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Company, Ltd. today announced that it has concluded a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with LG Electronics (LG), a trusted partner offering innovative products and customized solutions for diverse industries worldwide, to collaborate on digital solutions for workplaces. Pairing Ricoh's communication services and LG's display products, this partnership will deliver B2B customers in the global market an elevated user experience and exceptional customer value. Through this partnership, Ricoh will further enhance its capability in the Workplace Experience domain, one of its growth areas, and it aims to be the top global audiovisual (AV) integrator. Partnering with LG, Ricoh will strive to enhance its communication services in the Workplace Experience domain. Integration of high-quality devices such as signages and displays into Ricoh solutions will enrich Ricoh's product and service portfolio and achieve a stable global supply. In addition, the two companies will jointly drive associated sales and marketing efforts and explore new business opportunities as the partnership unfolds. Takahiro Irisa, Senior Corporate Officer and President of Ricoh Digital Services and Paik Ki-Mun, Senior Vice President and Head of the Information Display Business Unit of LG Business Solutions Company, present the signed memorandum of understanding. Takahiro Irisa, Senior Corporate Officer and President of Ricoh Digital Services and Paik Ki-Mun, Senior Vice President and Head of the Information Display Business Unit of LG Business Solutions Company, present the signed memorandum of understanding. As its mid-term vision, Ricoh aims to provide consistent global services as a workplace services provider in the changing workplace. In the Workplace Experience domain, Ricoh provides solutions enabling seamless collaboration in offices and other workplaces where hybrid work has become commonplace, enhancing people's creativity. Ricoh empowers customers to focus on value adding, creative tasks and achieve organizational growth through its integrated solution propositions of hardware, software, and managed services that comfortably utilize them. "The pairing of Ricoh's office solutions with LG's advanced display products will deliver impressive value to customers and further establish LG as one of the most trusted providers of integrated solutions in the B2B market," said Paik Ki-Mun, Senior Vice President and Head of the Information Display Business Unit of LG Business Solutions Company. "LG will continue to pursue strategic partnerships with innovative global companies to create customized solutions for today's business environment." Takahiro Irisa, Senior Corporate Officer and President of Ricoh Digital Services Business Unit, Ricoh Company, Ltd. said "We firmly believe that this global strategic partnership with LG will accelerate Ricoh's Workplace Experience business. Through the synergy between LG's advanced display products and Ricoh's communication services, we will continue to offer optimal workplace to our customers as a workplace services provider. Ricoh will continue to execute strategic partnerships to empower our customers to achieve fulfilment through work." | About Ricoh | Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support the digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimise business performance. Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh's global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions, supported by cultivated knowledge, technologies, and organisational capabilities nurtured over its 85-year history. In the financial year ended March 2024, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,348 billion yen (approx. 15.5 billion USD). It is Ricoh's mission and vision to empower individuals to find 'Fulfillment through Work' by understanding and transforming how people work so we can unleash their potential and creativity to realise a sustainable future. For further information, please visit www.ricoh.com ### © 2024 RICOH ASIA PACIFIC PTE LTD. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.
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GEEKOM releases a perfect mini PCs with dual 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports - GEEKOM GT1 MEGA
TAIPEI, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GEEKOM, a Taiwanese tech company also known as the Green Mini PC Global Leader, recently released a strong lineup of flagship mini PCs with Intel Core Ultra processors and dual Ethernet ports, making it possible for users to enjoy impeccable performance and superb networking functionalities at the same time. One of these mini PCs is the GEEKOM GT1 Mega, which employs a beautiful aluminum chassis with plenty of I/O, including two full-function 40Gbps USB4 Type-C, six USB Type-A, 2 HDMI2.0, a 3.5mm audio jack, an SD card reader and dual Ethernet ports. The two Ethernet jacks are both of 2.5Gbps standard, which not only delivers high-speed and reliable internet connection for people's daily computing chores, but also enables the mini PC to serve more sophisticated networking functionalities as a soft router, a virtual machines, a hardware firewall, or even a home server. Besides, dual Ethernet ports can separate internal and external network connections, providing logical and physical separation of trusted and untrusted network traffic and keeping data safe from potential cyber-attacks. The GT1 Mega is powered by Intel's latest and smartest Core™ Ultra processor (up to CoreTM U9-185H) and dual-channel DDR5-5600MHz RAM. Thanks to the new CPU, GPU, and NPU three tier multi-processing architecture, the mini PC is ready to harness the superpowers of Artificial Intelligence. It is compatible with more than 500 AI models across 20+ categories and supports high-performance low-power processing in a wide range of computing scenarios, which include enhancing facial features and blurring the background during video calls, removing the vocals from songs to create karaoke tracks, and generating large-scale images based on texts or voice commands. Basically, the GT1 Mega allows users to finish tasks that used to take hours or even days through only a few keystrokes! The GEEKOM GT1 Mega,is now available on GEEKOM's official website.
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HIKMICRO Reinforces its Tech-Explorer Image with the Launch of Innovative STELLAR 3.0 and THUNDER 3.0 Products
HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- HIKMICRO set a new standard for the thermal scope and clip-on market categories when it unveiled its highly anticipated STELLAR 3.0 and THUNDER 3.0 models on September 19th. These trailblazing devices reshape the hunting experience with laser rangefinder (LRF) module in lens and HIKMICRO Shutter-less Image System (HSIS). &amp;amp;amp;nbsp; This launch reinforces HIKMICRO's unstinting commitment to evolving its products to meet users' needs and reaffirm its vision to be a pioneering tech-explorer at the forefront of the hunting realm. The exceptional products also highlight the brand's goal to create a more relaxed, efficient and safe atmosphere for outdoor activities around the world – a message HIKMICRO emphasized with its "See the world in a X way" launch event theme. HIKMICRO CEO Stefan Li said: "Today, HIKMICRO is writing the next chapter in the history of thermal product innovation by changing what's possible in hunting optics. We created STELLAR 3.0 and THUNDER 3.0 for those who want to experience just what the ultimate premium thermal device can do – they deliver performance and immersion way beyond the limitations of traditional devices." A TECHNOLOGICAL BREAKTHROUGH AND A BRAND NEW EXPERIENCEThe STELLAR 3.0 and THUNDER 3.0 are in class of their own. They deliver a completely new kind of hunting experience, enabling users to do things they couldn't dream of doing with a traditional device. Users now have the best of both worlds: a new scope and clip-on that bring together new technological breakthroughs to achieve the ultimate level of performance. HIKMICRO has used its unrivalled innovation in easy-to-use design features to introduce a riflescope with shutterless technology and bin-lens LRF for the first time by any brand. HIKMICRO Shutterless Image System uses a self-learning algorithm for intelligent image adjustment without loss of clarity, while pioneering design sees an integrated laser rangefinder positioned in front of the objective lens. These groundbreaking features are backed up by Image Pro 2.0, which runs the very latest image enhancement algorithm and has received remarkable feedback since its launch on the FALCON. HIKMICRO THUNDER 3.0 – THE ULTIMATE THERMAL CLIP-ONThe HIKMICRO THUNDER 3.0 is the most innovative hunting thermal clip-on on the planet with features such as in-lens LRF and HSIS. Models include TQ50C 3.0, TQ35C 3.0, TH35C 3.0 and the TQ50CL 3.0 with its groundbreaking in-lens LRF module. The range offers resolution choices of 384 and 640 and lens choices of 35mm and 50m as well as LRF and non-LRF options. These optics give an unprecedented visual experience with increased thermal sensitivity (NETD＜15mK) providing stunning image clarity via the 0.49-inch @1920x1080 OLED screen. Looking through the eyepiece gives an experience of total immersion. HSIS provides smooth, fluid viewing without compromising image quality and the Image Pro 2.0 algorithm ensures optimized detail and a truly layered image. The HIKMICRO THUNDER 3.0 is compatible even with up to 15x magnification day scopes. Intuitive controls make for fast and simple operation, and the THUNDER 3.0 is very compact – its one-frame lens design with integrated laser rangefinder brings a 14% weight saving and 20% reduction in size. Replaceable rechargeable batteries provide up to six hours of continuous operation from a single cell, a local album delivers convenient viewing of captured video and images while Virtual Reticle gives a truly authentic representation of the shooting moment. The THUNDER 3.0 delivers an unrivalled shooting experience. Quick Zeroing with ultra-precise 1.3cm@100m click value is available both in the device and via the HIKMICRO Sight app, which provides multi-method options for enhanced accuracy and long-range shooting. Precision engineering ensures minimal ballistic deviation, while the parallax issue is overcome by compact one-frame lens design. This device is built for tough field use. Its high shock resistance can withstand recoil of 1000g/0.4ms and a strict product assembly process with rigorous inspection procedures ensures absolute reliability. HIKMICRO STELLAR 3.0 – THE NEXT LEVEL FOR TUBE SCOPESThe new HIKMICRO STELLAR 3.0 raises the bar for thermal tube scopes with its in-lens LRF and HSIS features. Models include SX60L 3.0, SQ50L 3.0, SQ35L 3.0, SH50L 3.0, SH35L 3.0 and SH35 3.0 in a range covering resolution choices of 384, 640 and 1280 and the lens choices of 35mm, 50mm and 60mm with LRF and non-LRF models. A cutting-edge 1280x1024-pixel thermal sensor (NETD<15mK) and F1.0 lens produce an ultra-clear image with impressive detail for precise quarry recognition. The Image Pro 2.0 Algorithm optimizes detail with layered background and reduced noise. The larger 1.03" OLED display with 2560x2560 resolution and round or square view options enhances clarity and improves shooting precision, while HSIS gives ultimate uninterrupted viewing. The whole shooting experience is redefined by the HIKMICRO STELLAR 3.0, which features an in-lens LRF module for precise distance measurement out to 1000m while maintaining the shape and balance of a traditional riflescope. Optimised Ballistic Calculation ensures accurate shot placement at extreme distance for humane long-range hunting. Quick Zeroing, with fine-tuned 1.3cm at 100m clicks for absolute precision, is a simple task via the device or HIKMICRO Sight app, plus fast configuration and synchronization to your scopes. The HIKMICRO STELLAR 3.0 is a durable and rugged companion with high shock resistance to withstand 1000g/0.4ms recoil. Styling has been upgraded with enhanced ergonomics and its classical tube design fits 30mm mounts. A softer eyepiece, magnetic lens cover, distinguishable focus ring and buttons combine with a 10% weight reduction and 12% size decrease for a truly user-friendly experience. The HIKMICRO STELLAR 3.0 provides effortless hunting. Ultra-long operation time and recoil-activated video recording mean you will never miss an exciting moment, and a local album enables you to instantly check captured action. LEADING THE WAY FOR THERMAL EXPLORATIONThe launch of STELLAR 3.0 and THUNDER 3.0 reasserts HIKMICRO's position as the world's leading tech-explorer in the hunting industry. HIKMICRO is excited to be at the forefront, shaping the future of hunting technology. Another revolutionary new product will be revealed on 10th October. Join HIKMICRO in its journey of exploration and innovation.
