Imagine if world leaders travelled back in time, about a hundred years. Imagine Merkel’s Germany waging a war against Macron’s France, with thousands dying in muddy trenches across Europe daily. Not easy, right? Europe has come a long way since...
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iQIYI and THX® Launch China's First THX Certified On-Demand Movie Theater
BEIJING, Nov. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- iQIYI, Inc. (NASDAQ: IQ) ("iQIYI" or the "Company"), an innovative market-leading online entertainment service in China, and THX Ltd., a subsidiary company owned by Razer Inc. (1337.HK) renowned for the certification of world-class cinemas and consumer electronics, today announced that the first offline “Yuker” on-demand movie theater in Zhongshan, Guangdong is now THX Certified.
Tao Lei, Vice President of iQIYI, and Wu Hao, General Manager of THX China will unveil the official THX Certified Cinema plaque during the opening ceremony launch event in Zhongshan, Guangdong on November 9. This milestone not only reinforces iQIYI’s adherence to the company vision of “to become a technology-based entertainment giant”, but also demonstrates iQIYI and THX as the ideal partners to enable shopping malls to drive traffic and enhance engagement with consumers, as part of an ongoing transformation of retail spaces into digital entertainment complexes.
THX has long been recognized as a company that sets the industry benchmark for delivering the finest quality cinematic experiences true to the original filmmaker's intent. THX defines standards and specifications for cinema acoustics, sound system design and image quality – ensuring that audiences are fully immersed in the thrill of the onscreen action. As a thought leader in the China cinema industry, THX has continually advocated for improvements of sound and image quality with local exhibitors and the content creation community, driving the deployment of premium experiences to the movie goers.
“iQIYI and THX share the same vision to provide the best viewing experience to customers,” said Tao Lei, Vice President of iQIYI. “iQIYI will take advantage of strong brand awareness, massive user base, popular content and advanced technology to contribute to the growth of this booming market and extend our premium viewing experience to offline consumers. We believe that our partnership with THX will further elevate the status of the theater and increase the strength and overall scale of China’s film industry.”
“We are delighted to establish this significant partnership with iQIYI to bring the very best cinema experience to viewers in China, one of the largest cinema markets in the world,” said Min-Liang Tan, CEO of THX. “THX and iQIYI are respective technology leaders in cinema and video streaming, and we are confident that this partnership will help deliver superior audio and visual entertainment experiences to a broad range of audiences in China.”
iQIYI and THX worked closely to meet THX specifications for certification, a process that systematically measures and verifies the performance quality of commercial cinemas against industry standards. The process includes auditorium building structure analysis, audio and video equipment verification, and system configuration and calibration. As a result, audiences at this theater will enjoy uncompromised audio and video quality in an auditorium environment that fully complements the cinematic experience.
The Yuker movie theater combines the convenience of on-demand service with the high-quality audio-visual environment of traditional cinemas, clearly demonstrating iQIYI’s commitment to elevating the consumer entertainment experience. Users are free to select the time and location of viewing, as well as content from iQIYI’s online movie library.
The launch of the Yuker movie theater has made iQIYI the first major online entertainment platform to tap into the on-demand movie theater market, and the box office generated by iQIYI's Yuker movie theaters will be included in China's official box office estimation. iQIYI plans to improve the existing unregulated business model of the on-demand cinema industry through joint efforts with all links in the industry chain. They will work to reduce the threshold for on-demand cinemas for investors and operators, and coordinate the standard development and rapid spread of screening activities in on-demand cinemas, allowing copyright owners, investors, and operators to share the benefits of industrial development in the subsequent operations of the theater.
*About iQIYI, Inc. *
iQIYI, Inc. (NASDAQ:IQ) ("iQIYI" or the "Company") is an innovative market-leading online entertainment service in China. Its corporate DNA combines creative talent with technology, fostering an environment for continuous innovation and the production of blockbuster content. iQIYI's platform features highly popular original content, as well as a comprehensive library of other professionally-produced content, partner-generated content and user-generated content. The Company distinguishes itself in the online entertainment industry by its leading technology platform powered by advanced AI, big data analytics and other core proprietary technologies. iQIYI attracts a massive user base with tremendous user engagement, and has developed a diversified monetization model including membership services, online advertising services, content distribution, live broadcasting, online games, IP licensing, online literature and e-commerce etc. For more information on iQIYI, please visit http://ir.iqiyi.com.
*About THX Ltd.*
Founded by legendary filmmaker George Lucas in 1983, THX Ltd. and its partners provide premium entertainment experiences in the cinema, in the home and on the go. Over the past thirty-five years, THX has expanded its certification categories beyond studios and cinemas to consumer electronics, content, and automotive systems. Today, THX continues to redefine entertainment, providing exciting new technologies and assurance of experiences with superior quality and high performance. https://www.thx.com/
*About RAZER *
Razer™ is the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers. The triple-headed snake trademark of Razer is one of the most recognized logos in the global gaming and esports communities. With a fan base that spans every continent, the company has designed and built the world’s largest gamer-focused ecosystem of hardware, software and services. Razer’s award-winning hardware includes high-performance gaming peripherals, Blade gaming laptops and the acclaimed Razer Phone. Razer’s software platform, with over 50 million users, includes Razer Synapse (an Internet of Things platform), Razer Chroma (a proprietary RGB lighting technology system), and Razer Cortex (a game optimizer and launcher). In services, Razer zGold is one of the world’s largest virtual credit services for gamers. Razer Pay is the ewallet designed for youth and millennials, and Razer Game Store is the only games download store that offers rewards for gamers. Founded in 2005 and dual-headquartered in San Francisco and Singapore, Razer has 15 offices worldwide and is recognized as the leading brand for gamers in the USA, Europe and China. Razer is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 1337).
THX is a registered trademark of THX Ltd. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT: Grace Qaqundah
THX Ltd.
grace@thx.com
Jimmy Chan
Instinctif Partners (Razer PR)
+852 9439 8408
Jimmy.chan@instinctif.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
Tao Lei, Vice President of iQIYI, and Wu Hao, General Manager of THX China will unveil the official THX Certified Cinema plaque during the opening ceremony launch event in Zhongshan, Guangdong on November 9. This milestone not only reinforces iQIYI’s adherence to the company vision of “to become a technology-based entertainment giant”, but also demonstrates iQIYI and THX as the ideal partners to enable shopping malls to drive traffic and enhance engagement with consumers, as part of an ongoing transformation of retail spaces into digital entertainment complexes.
THX has long been recognized as a company that sets the industry benchmark for delivering the finest quality cinematic experiences true to the original filmmaker's intent. THX defines standards and specifications for cinema acoustics, sound system design and image quality – ensuring that audiences are fully immersed in the thrill of the onscreen action. As a thought leader in the China cinema industry, THX has continually advocated for improvements of sound and image quality with local exhibitors and the content creation community, driving the deployment of premium experiences to the movie goers.
“iQIYI and THX share the same vision to provide the best viewing experience to customers,” said Tao Lei, Vice President of iQIYI. “iQIYI will take advantage of strong brand awareness, massive user base, popular content and advanced technology to contribute to the growth of this booming market and extend our premium viewing experience to offline consumers. We believe that our partnership with THX will further elevate the status of the theater and increase the strength and overall scale of China’s film industry.”
“We are delighted to establish this significant partnership with iQIYI to bring the very best cinema experience to viewers in China, one of the largest cinema markets in the world,” said Min-Liang Tan, CEO of THX. “THX and iQIYI are respective technology leaders in cinema and video streaming, and we are confident that this partnership will help deliver superior audio and visual entertainment experiences to a broad range of audiences in China.”
iQIYI and THX worked closely to meet THX specifications for certification, a process that systematically measures and verifies the performance quality of commercial cinemas against industry standards. The process includes auditorium building structure analysis, audio and video equipment verification, and system configuration and calibration. As a result, audiences at this theater will enjoy uncompromised audio and video quality in an auditorium environment that fully complements the cinematic experience.
The Yuker movie theater combines the convenience of on-demand service with the high-quality audio-visual environment of traditional cinemas, clearly demonstrating iQIYI’s commitment to elevating the consumer entertainment experience. Users are free to select the time and location of viewing, as well as content from iQIYI’s online movie library.
The launch of the Yuker movie theater has made iQIYI the first major online entertainment platform to tap into the on-demand movie theater market, and the box office generated by iQIYI's Yuker movie theaters will be included in China's official box office estimation. iQIYI plans to improve the existing unregulated business model of the on-demand cinema industry through joint efforts with all links in the industry chain. They will work to reduce the threshold for on-demand cinemas for investors and operators, and coordinate the standard development and rapid spread of screening activities in on-demand cinemas, allowing copyright owners, investors, and operators to share the benefits of industrial development in the subsequent operations of the theater.
*About iQIYI, Inc. *
iQIYI, Inc. (NASDAQ:IQ) ("iQIYI" or the "Company") is an innovative market-leading online entertainment service in China. Its corporate DNA combines creative talent with technology, fostering an environment for continuous innovation and the production of blockbuster content. iQIYI's platform features highly popular original content, as well as a comprehensive library of other professionally-produced content, partner-generated content and user-generated content. The Company distinguishes itself in the online entertainment industry by its leading technology platform powered by advanced AI, big data analytics and other core proprietary technologies. iQIYI attracts a massive user base with tremendous user engagement, and has developed a diversified monetization model including membership services, online advertising services, content distribution, live broadcasting, online games, IP licensing, online literature and e-commerce etc. For more information on iQIYI, please visit http://ir.iqiyi.com.
*About THX Ltd.*
Founded by legendary filmmaker George Lucas in 1983, THX Ltd. and its partners provide premium entertainment experiences in the cinema, in the home and on the go. Over the past thirty-five years, THX has expanded its certification categories beyond studios and cinemas to consumer electronics, content, and automotive systems. Today, THX continues to redefine entertainment, providing exciting new technologies and assurance of experiences with superior quality and high performance. https://www.thx.com/
*About RAZER *
Razer™ is the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers. The triple-headed snake trademark of Razer is one of the most recognized logos in the global gaming and esports communities. With a fan base that spans every continent, the company has designed and built the world’s largest gamer-focused ecosystem of hardware, software and services. Razer’s award-winning hardware includes high-performance gaming peripherals, Blade gaming laptops and the acclaimed Razer Phone. Razer’s software platform, with over 50 million users, includes Razer Synapse (an Internet of Things platform), Razer Chroma (a proprietary RGB lighting technology system), and Razer Cortex (a game optimizer and launcher). In services, Razer zGold is one of the world’s largest virtual credit services for gamers. Razer Pay is the ewallet designed for youth and millennials, and Razer Game Store is the only games download store that offers rewards for gamers. Founded in 2005 and dual-headquartered in San Francisco and Singapore, Razer has 15 offices worldwide and is recognized as the leading brand for gamers in the USA, Europe and China. Razer is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 1337).
THX is a registered trademark of THX Ltd. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT: Grace Qaqundah
THX Ltd.
grace@thx.com
Jimmy Chan
Instinctif Partners (Razer PR)
+852 9439 8408
Jimmy.chan@instinctif.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
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Ossur Hf : Transactions in relation to share buyback program
Announcement no. 66/2018
12 November 2018
*Transactions in relation to share buyback program*
On 9 October 2018, Össur hf. initiated a share buy-back program, see Company announcement no. 59/2018.
The purpose of the share buyback program is to reduce the Company's share capital and adjust the capital structure by distributing capital to shareholders in line with the Company's Capital Structure and Dividend Policy. The program will end no later than 30 June 2019. The Company may purchase up to 5,000,000 shares under the program, corresponding to 1.2% of the current share capital. The total consideration for shares purchased under the program shall not exceed USD 10 million.
The following transactions have been made under the program in week 05, the period 5 November 2018 - 9 November 2018:
*Transactions*
*Date* * * *No. of shares* * * *Avg. purchase
price in DKK* * * *Transaction
value in DKK*
5 November 2018 2,455 32.92 80,811
6 November 2018 31,350 33.02 1,035,186
7 November 2018 1,974 33.10 65,339
8 November 2018 30,600 34.11 1,043,690
9 November 2018 21,263 33.59 714,220
*Total * * * *87,642* * * *31.68* * * * 2,939,246*
Össur has acquired 397,118 shares under the program at the average price of DKK 31.68. Following the above transactions Össur's holding of own shares is 6,525,811 corresponding to 1.51% of the Company's total share capital.
The share buyback program on Nasdaq Copenhagen is carried out in accordance with Regulation No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on market abuse ("MAR"), and the Commission delegated regulation No. 2016/1052.
*Further information*
David Hreidarsson, Investor Relations, dohreidarsson@ossur.com, +354 515 1380
*Össur press releases by e-mail*
If you wish to receive Össur press releases by e-mail please register at http://www.ossur.com/investors
*About Össur*
Össur (NASDAQ OMX: OSSR) is a global leader in non-invasive orthopaedics that help people live a life without limitations. Its business is focused on improving people's mobility through the delivery of innovative technologies within the fields of Prosthetics and Bracing & Supports. A recognized "Technology Pioneer,"Össur invests significantly in research and product development-its award-winning designs ensuring a consistently strong position in the market. Successful patient and clinical outcomes are further empowered via Össur's educational programs and business solutions. Headquartered in Iceland, Össur has major operations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, with additional distributors worldwide. www.ossur.com
*Attachment*
· Share buy back transactions 05.11 - 09.11.2018.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
12 November 2018
*Transactions in relation to share buyback program*
On 9 October 2018, Össur hf. initiated a share buy-back program, see Company announcement no. 59/2018.
The purpose of the share buyback program is to reduce the Company's share capital and adjust the capital structure by distributing capital to shareholders in line with the Company's Capital Structure and Dividend Policy. The program will end no later than 30 June 2019. The Company may purchase up to 5,000,000 shares under the program, corresponding to 1.2% of the current share capital. The total consideration for shares purchased under the program shall not exceed USD 10 million.
The following transactions have been made under the program in week 05, the period 5 November 2018 - 9 November 2018:
*Transactions*
*Date* * * *No. of shares* * * *Avg. purchase
price in DKK* * * *Transaction
value in DKK*
5 November 2018 2,455 32.92 80,811
6 November 2018 31,350 33.02 1,035,186
7 November 2018 1,974 33.10 65,339
8 November 2018 30,600 34.11 1,043,690
9 November 2018 21,263 33.59 714,220
*Total * * * *87,642* * * *31.68* * * * 2,939,246*
Össur has acquired 397,118 shares under the program at the average price of DKK 31.68. Following the above transactions Össur's holding of own shares is 6,525,811 corresponding to 1.51% of the Company's total share capital.
The share buyback program on Nasdaq Copenhagen is carried out in accordance with Regulation No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on market abuse ("MAR"), and the Commission delegated regulation No. 2016/1052.
*Further information*
David Hreidarsson, Investor Relations, dohreidarsson@ossur.com, +354 515 1380
*Össur press releases by e-mail*
If you wish to receive Össur press releases by e-mail please register at http://www.ossur.com/investors
*About Össur*
Össur (NASDAQ OMX: OSSR) is a global leader in non-invasive orthopaedics that help people live a life without limitations. Its business is focused on improving people's mobility through the delivery of innovative technologies within the fields of Prosthetics and Bracing & Supports. A recognized "Technology Pioneer,"Össur invests significantly in research and product development-its award-winning designs ensuring a consistently strong position in the market. Successful patient and clinical outcomes are further empowered via Össur's educational programs and business solutions. Headquartered in Iceland, Össur has major operations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, with additional distributors worldwide. www.ossur.com
*Attachment*
· Share buy back transactions 05.11 - 09.11.2018.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
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The Latest: Bulgaria says it won't sign UN migration pact
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — The Latest on Europe's migration crisis (all times local):6:50 p.m.Bulgarian officials are signaling the country will not sign a global pact to promote safe and orderly migration, saying that it would harm...
Reported by New Zealand Herald 2 hours ago.
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The purple OnePlus 6T is coming to North America and Europe
When the OnePlus 6T launched earlier this month, buyers had two options when it came to color -- a matte black and a glossy black. But soon, customers in North America and Europe will be able to snag a purple variant of the phone. The Thunder Purple...
Reported by engadget 2 hours ago.
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Global Coconut Flour Market 2019-2023 - Key Vendors are Celebes Coconut, Groovy Food Co, Nutiva, Primex Group, TIANA Fair Trade Organic & Van Amerongen & Son
Dublin, Nov. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global Coconut Flour Market 2019-2023" report has been added to *ResearchAndMarkets.com's* offering.
The Global Coconut Flour Market to grow at a CAGR of 7.72% during the period 2019-2023.
Global Coconut Flour Market 2019-2023, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
According to the report, one driver influencing this market is the growth in organized retailing. Organized retailing has grown globally with the establishment of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialty stores. One trend affecting this market is the increasing demand for gluten-free products.
Further, the report states that one challenge affecting this market is the unfavourable climatic conditions. The unfavourable environment for coconut palm growth in North America and Europe is one of the major challenges to the growth of the market.
*Key questions answered in this report*
· What will the market size be in 2023 and what will the growth rate be?
· What are the key market trends?
· What is driving this market?
· What are the challenges to market growth?
· Who are the key vendors in this market space?
· What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
· What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?
*Key vendors*
· Celebes Coconut Corporation
· Groovy Food Company
· Nutiva
· Primex Group of Companies
· TIANA Fair Trade Organic
· Van Amerongen & Son
*Market Dynamics
*Market drivers
· Health benefits of coconut flour
Market challenges
· Growing popularity of substitutes
Market trends
· Growing imports of coconut products
*Key Topics Covered:*
*PART 01: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY*
*PART 02: SCOPE OF THE REPORT*
*PART 03: MARKET LANDSCAPE*
· Market ecosystem
· Market characteristics
· Market segmentation analysis
*PART 04: MARKET SIZING*
· Market definition
· Market sizing 2018
· Market size and forecast 2018-2023
*PART 05: FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS*
· Bargaining power of buyers
· Bargaining power of suppliers
· Threat of new entrants
· Threat of substitutes
· Threat of rivalry
· Market condition
*PART 06: MARKET SEGMENTATION BY TYPE*
· Market segmentation by type
· Comparison by type
· Global conventional coconut flour market
· Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Global organic coconut flour market
· Market opportunity by type
*PART 07: CUSTOMER LANDSCAPE*
*PART 08: GEOGRAPHIC LANDSCAPE*
· Geographic segmentation
· Geographic comparison
· Key leading countries
· Coconut flour market in the US - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Coconut flour market in the UK - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Coconut flour market in Germany - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Coconut flour market in Australia - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Market opportunity
*PART 09: DECISION FRAMEWORK*
*PART 10: DRIVERS AND CHALLENGES
**PART 11: MARKET TRENDS*
· Increasing demand for gluten-free products
· Rising influence of online retailing
· Growing imports of coconut products
*PART 12: VENDOR LANDSCAPE*
· Overview
· Landscape disruption
· Competitive scenario
*PART 13: VENDOR ANALYSIS*
· Vendors covered
· Vendor classification
· Market positioning of vendorsFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/zvlp75/global_coconut?w=12
Did you know that we also offer Custom Research? Visit our Custom Research page to learn more and schedule a meeting with our Custom Research Manager.
CONTACT:
CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com
Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager
press@researchandmarkets.com
For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470
For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630
For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
Related Topics: Fruit and Vegetables, Nuts, Seeds and Dried Fruit , Food Ingredients Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
The Global Coconut Flour Market to grow at a CAGR of 7.72% during the period 2019-2023.
Global Coconut Flour Market 2019-2023, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
According to the report, one driver influencing this market is the growth in organized retailing. Organized retailing has grown globally with the establishment of supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialty stores. One trend affecting this market is the increasing demand for gluten-free products.
Further, the report states that one challenge affecting this market is the unfavourable climatic conditions. The unfavourable environment for coconut palm growth in North America and Europe is one of the major challenges to the growth of the market.
*Key questions answered in this report*
· What will the market size be in 2023 and what will the growth rate be?
· What are the key market trends?
· What is driving this market?
· What are the challenges to market growth?
· Who are the key vendors in this market space?
· What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
· What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?
*Key vendors*
· Celebes Coconut Corporation
· Groovy Food Company
· Nutiva
· Primex Group of Companies
· TIANA Fair Trade Organic
· Van Amerongen & Son
*Market Dynamics
*Market drivers
· Health benefits of coconut flour
Market challenges
· Growing popularity of substitutes
Market trends
· Growing imports of coconut products
*Key Topics Covered:*
*PART 01: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY*
*PART 02: SCOPE OF THE REPORT*
*PART 03: MARKET LANDSCAPE*
· Market ecosystem
· Market characteristics
· Market segmentation analysis
*PART 04: MARKET SIZING*
· Market definition
· Market sizing 2018
· Market size and forecast 2018-2023
*PART 05: FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS*
· Bargaining power of buyers
· Bargaining power of suppliers
· Threat of new entrants
· Threat of substitutes
· Threat of rivalry
· Market condition
*PART 06: MARKET SEGMENTATION BY TYPE*
· Market segmentation by type
· Comparison by type
· Global conventional coconut flour market
· Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Global organic coconut flour market
· Market opportunity by type
*PART 07: CUSTOMER LANDSCAPE*
*PART 08: GEOGRAPHIC LANDSCAPE*
· Geographic segmentation
· Geographic comparison
· Key leading countries
· Coconut flour market in the US - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Coconut flour market in the UK - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Coconut flour market in Germany - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Coconut flour market in Australia - Market size and forecast 2018-2023
· Market opportunity
*PART 09: DECISION FRAMEWORK*
*PART 10: DRIVERS AND CHALLENGES
**PART 11: MARKET TRENDS*
· Increasing demand for gluten-free products
· Rising influence of online retailing
· Growing imports of coconut products
*PART 12: VENDOR LANDSCAPE*
· Overview
· Landscape disruption
· Competitive scenario
*PART 13: VENDOR ANALYSIS*
· Vendors covered
· Vendor classification
· Market positioning of vendorsFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/zvlp75/global_coconut?w=12
Did you know that we also offer Custom Research? Visit our Custom Research page to learn more and schedule a meeting with our Custom Research Manager.
CONTACT:
CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com
Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager
press@researchandmarkets.com
For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470
For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630
For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
Related Topics: Fruit and Vegetables, Nuts, Seeds and Dried Fruit , Food Ingredients Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
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The OnePlus 6T’s gorgeous ‘Thunder Purple’ color is coming to North America and Europe
When OnePlus announced the OnePlus 6T, we were a little disappointed it only came in two colors – both sheens of black. But the company is known to announce new designs shortly after launch, and now it’s bringing a gorgeous ‘Thunder Purple‘ to North America and Europe. The new colorway was first announced in China last week, leading many fans to hope it’d make its way west. The color features a subtle gradient that fades from black to purple. Like some of the company’s other devices with a frosted-glass finish, a multi-layer design creates a cool ‘S-Curve’ effect as you…
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Global Markets: Dollar jumps on Europe risks, Fed bets; stocks weaken amid tech nerves
The U.S. dollar surged on Monday to its highest point in 16 months against a basket of currencies and world stocks fell broadly amid concern about political risks in Europe, while a drop in Apple shares added pressure to U.S. equities and tech shares.
Reported by Reuters India 2 hours ago.
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NATO Has No Intention to Deploy New Nuclear Missiles in Europe
Reported by RIA Nov. 1 hour ago.
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FAANG Report: Apple top seller in Alibaba's online shopping spree; Amazon discounts start Friday
Apple Inc's (NASDAQ:AAPL) iPhones were the top selling mobile brand during the 24-hour annual Single's Day shopping event in China held by e-commerce conglomerate Alibaba (NYSE:BABA), a report by CNBC said. Alibaba released a list of products in various categories that had the highest gross merchandise value (GMV), or sales via the e-commerce giant's various platform. Apple topped the list in the mobile phone category, but Alibaba did not release specific figures on the number of units sold or the total GMV brought in by Apple. The US technology behemoth was one of the 237 brands that surpassed 100 million yuan ($14.36 million) in sales during Singles Day. Alibaba's annual event, which is also known as "Double 11" because it falls on November 11, raked in a record GMV of 213.5 billion yuan ($30.8 billion). In 24 hours, thousands of brands put massive discounts on their products, the report said. Apple shares dropped 4.5% to trade at $195.23 by midsession on Monday. Apple, Nike, Adidas among top-selling international brands from CNBC. The Black Friday device discounts on Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) is kicking off this Friday, November 16, a report by Cnet said. Amazon will add more items in the days leading up to Black Friday, which this year falls on November 23, the day after Thanksgiving, and is the traditional starting day for the Christmas and New Year holiday shopping season. There will be deals on everything from Amazon Echo, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Kindle and others, the report said. Amazon shares fell 4% to $1,643.55. FAANG Report: Amazon releases holiday toy catalog A new scam is making the rounds of Facebook Inc (NASDAQ:FB), a report by Bismarck News said. It begins with a Facebook post asking you to buy a gift of $10 or more. You're asked to add your name to a list. In exchange, the scam promises you'll receive 36 gifts, the report said. University of South Florida mass communications instructor Kelli Burns knows all about the secret sister gift exchange. “This is a typical pyramid scheme. We’re just seeing this on Facebook this time instead of the old way of using letters, and Facebook allows it to spread a lot faster,” she added. The biggest problem with the post is it’s illegal. “I’ve seen it on Facebook. A couple of my friends are participating,” Burns said. Facebook stock lost 2.28% to $141.66. READ: Facebook referred by UK information watchdog to Europe’s lead data regulator to look at its user monitoring and targeting Alphabet Inc's Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) Pixel 3 is facing an overheating issue that is causing the flagship phone to completely shut itself while charging, a report by Tech Radar said. Users are first hit with a notification informing them that the 'Phone is getting warm' and that some features will be 'limited while (the) phone cools down', followed by a considerable slowdown in charging speed. If the problem fails to resolve itself, the phone will shut itself down entirely, with a 'Phone turned off due to heat' message showing upon reboot. Based on user reports, the issue seems to occur regardless of whether the Pixel 3 is being charged on the Pixel Stand, a third-party wireless charger or by a USB Type-C cable. Google has yet to issue a statement on the matter. Google stock declined 2.4% to $1,040.43. FAANG Report: Google overhauls sexual harassment policy; Netflix ready for streaming battle with Disney Netflix Inc (NASDAQ:NFLX) users believe content has improved in the past year, putting the streaming company in a better position to raise prices, a report by MarketWatch quoting analysts from Pipe Jaffray said. "We believe, as long as the vast majority of subscribers perceive that the service is improving, Netflix will be positioned to periodically increase price," wrote Piper Jaffray analysts, led by Michael Olson. "Oscar nominations for upcoming Netflix films would, no doubt, have a favorable impact on existing and potential subscribers' view of the content being made available to them," he added. Netflix shares dropped 3.83% to $291.86. Reporting by Rene Pastor, contactable on rene.pastor@proactiveinvestors.com
Reported by Proactive Investors 1 hour ago.
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Global Ceramic Sanitary Ware Market 2018-2022: Market to Grow at a CAGR of 7.8% - Key Players are Kohler, LIXIL Group, Masco, TOTO & Villeroy & Boch
Dublin, Nov. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global Ceramic Sanitary Ware Market 2018-2022" report has been added to *ResearchAndMarkets.com's* offering.
The global ceramic sanitary ware market to grow at a CAGR of 7.80% during the period 2018-2022.
The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global ceramic sanitary ware market for 2018-2022. This market research report offers a comprehensive analysis of the market segmentation by product (ceramic wash basins, ceramic wash closets, ceramic cisterns, and others). The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
Due to its several benefits, biotoilets are increasingly being adopted by governments of various countries such as India, Kenya, and South Africa to improve sanitation facilities in the rural areas. Homeowners are also expected to adopt biotoilets in the future to reduce toilet maintenance costs. Thus, the adoption of biotoilets will be key trend driving market growth during the forecast period.
According to the report, one of the major drivers for this market is the increasing expenditure on bathroom remodeling in both developing and emerging economies. The average expenditure cost on bathrooms in emerging economies such as India is expected to increase during the forecast period. Bathroom remodeling projects will also become popular in the developed regions such as the Americas and Europe.
Further, the report states that one of the major factors hindering the growth of this market is the crawling defects commonly found in ceramic sanitary ware products. Although precautionary measures are applied to reduce crawling effect, it cannot be completely eradicated. This increases the manufacturing and logistics cost of the manufacturer and thereby hamper market growth.
*Key questions answered in this report*
· What will the market size be in 2022 and what will the growth rate be?
· What are the key market trends?
· What is driving this market?
· What are the challenges to market growth?
· Who are the key vendors in this market space?*Key vendors*
· Kohler
· LIXIL Group
· Masco
· TOTO
· Villeroy & Boch
*Key Topics Covered:*
*PART 01: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY *
*PART 02: SCOPE OF THE REPORT *
*PART 03: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY *
*PART 04: MARKET LANDSCAPE *
· Market ecosystem
· Market characteristics
· Market segmentation analysis
*PART 05: MARKET SIZING *
· Market definition
· Market sizing 2017
· Market size and forecast 2017-2022
*PART 06: FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS *
· Bargaining power of buyers
· Bargaining power of suppliers
· Threat of new entrants
· Threat of substitutes
· Threat of rivalry
· Market condition
*PART 07: MARKET SEGMENTATION BY PRODUCT *
· Segmentation by product
· Comparison by product
· Ceramic wash basins - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Ceramic wash closets - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Ceramic cisterns - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Others - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Market opportunity by product
*PART 08: CUSTOMER LANDSCAPE *
*PART 09: REGIONAL LANDSCAPE *
· Geographical segmentation
· Regional comparison
· Key leading countries
· Market opportunity
*PART 10: DECISION FRAMEWORK *
*PART 11: DRIVERS AND CHALLENGES *
· Market drivers
· Market challenges
*PART 12: MARKET TRENDS *
· Adoption of biotoilets
· Smart toilets and seats
· Government initiatives to improve sanitation
*PART 13: VENDOR LANDSCAPE *
· Overview
· Landscape disruption
· Competitive landscape
*PART 14: VENDOR ANALYSIS *
· Vendors covered
· Vendor classification
· Market positioning of vendorsFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/zkrtqn/global_ceramic?w=12
Did you know that we also offer Custom Research? Visit our Custom Research page to learn more and schedule a meeting with our Custom Research Manager.
CONTACT:
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Related Topics: Household, Ceramics, Plumbing Fixtures Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
The global ceramic sanitary ware market to grow at a CAGR of 7.80% during the period 2018-2022.
The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global ceramic sanitary ware market for 2018-2022. This market research report offers a comprehensive analysis of the market segmentation by product (ceramic wash basins, ceramic wash closets, ceramic cisterns, and others). The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.
Due to its several benefits, biotoilets are increasingly being adopted by governments of various countries such as India, Kenya, and South Africa to improve sanitation facilities in the rural areas. Homeowners are also expected to adopt biotoilets in the future to reduce toilet maintenance costs. Thus, the adoption of biotoilets will be key trend driving market growth during the forecast period.
According to the report, one of the major drivers for this market is the increasing expenditure on bathroom remodeling in both developing and emerging economies. The average expenditure cost on bathrooms in emerging economies such as India is expected to increase during the forecast period. Bathroom remodeling projects will also become popular in the developed regions such as the Americas and Europe.
Further, the report states that one of the major factors hindering the growth of this market is the crawling defects commonly found in ceramic sanitary ware products. Although precautionary measures are applied to reduce crawling effect, it cannot be completely eradicated. This increases the manufacturing and logistics cost of the manufacturer and thereby hamper market growth.
*Key questions answered in this report*
· What will the market size be in 2022 and what will the growth rate be?
· What are the key market trends?
· What is driving this market?
· What are the challenges to market growth?
· Who are the key vendors in this market space?*Key vendors*
· Kohler
· LIXIL Group
· Masco
· TOTO
· Villeroy & Boch
*Key Topics Covered:*
*PART 01: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY *
*PART 02: SCOPE OF THE REPORT *
*PART 03: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY *
*PART 04: MARKET LANDSCAPE *
· Market ecosystem
· Market characteristics
· Market segmentation analysis
*PART 05: MARKET SIZING *
· Market definition
· Market sizing 2017
· Market size and forecast 2017-2022
*PART 06: FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS *
· Bargaining power of buyers
· Bargaining power of suppliers
· Threat of new entrants
· Threat of substitutes
· Threat of rivalry
· Market condition
*PART 07: MARKET SEGMENTATION BY PRODUCT *
· Segmentation by product
· Comparison by product
· Ceramic wash basins - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Ceramic wash closets - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Ceramic cisterns - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Others - Market size and forecast 2017-2022
· Market opportunity by product
*PART 08: CUSTOMER LANDSCAPE *
*PART 09: REGIONAL LANDSCAPE *
· Geographical segmentation
· Regional comparison
· Key leading countries
· Market opportunity
*PART 10: DECISION FRAMEWORK *
*PART 11: DRIVERS AND CHALLENGES *
· Market drivers
· Market challenges
*PART 12: MARKET TRENDS *
· Adoption of biotoilets
· Smart toilets and seats
· Government initiatives to improve sanitation
*PART 13: VENDOR LANDSCAPE *
· Overview
· Landscape disruption
· Competitive landscape
*PART 14: VENDOR ANALYSIS *
· Vendors covered
· Vendor classification
· Market positioning of vendorsFor more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/zkrtqn/global_ceramic?w=12
Did you know that we also offer Custom Research? Visit our Custom Research page to learn more and schedule a meeting with our Custom Research Manager.
CONTACT:
CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com
Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager
press@researchandmarkets.com
For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470
For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630
For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
Related Topics: Household, Ceramics, Plumbing Fixtures Reported by GlobeNewswire 2 hours ago.
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Dollar jumps on Europe risks, Fed bets; stocks weaken amid tech nerves
The U.S. dollar surged on Monday to its highest point in 16 months against a basket of currencies and world stocks fell broadly amid concern about political risks in Europe, while a drop in Apple shares added pressure to U.S. equities and tech shares.
Reported by Reuters 1 hour ago.
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Ageas reports on the progress of share buy-back programme
*Further to the initiation of the share buy-back programme announced on 8 August 2018, Ageas reports the purchase of **37,500** Ageas shares on Euronext Brussels in the period from **05-11-2018** until **09-11-2018.*
*Date* *Number of*
*Shares* *Total amount*
*(EUR)* *Average price*
*(EUR)* *Lowest price*
*(EUR)* *Highest price*
*(EUR)*
05-11-2018 7,500 333,098 44.41 44.18 44.60
06-11-2018 7,500 332,950 44.39 44.16 44.56
07-11-2018 7,500 336,434 44.86 44.60 45.10
08-11-2018 7,500 340,455 45.39 45.17 45.55
09-11-2018 7,500 338,137 45.08 44.92 45.26
*Total* *37,500* *1,681,074* *44.83* *44.16* *45.55*
Since the start of the share buy-back programme on 13 August 2018, Ageas has bought back 1,126,938 shares for a total amount of EUR 50,248,445. This corresponds to 0.56% of the total shares outstanding.
The overview relating to the share buy-back programme is available on our website.
*Ageas* is a listed international insurance Group with a heritage spanning 190 years. It offers Retail and Business customers Life and Non-Life insurance products designed to suit their specific needs, today and tomorrow. As one of Europe's larger insurance companies, Ageas concentrates its activities in Europe and Asia, which together make up the major part of the global insurance market. It operates successful insurance businesses in Belgium, the UK, Luxembourg, France, Portugal, Turkey, China, Malaysia, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, and the Philippines through a combination of wholly owned subsidiaries and long term partnerships with strong financial institutions and key distributors. Ageas ranks among the market leaders in the countries in which it operates. It represents a staff force of over 50,000 people and reported annual inflows close to EUR 34 billion in 2017 (all figures at 100%).
*Attachment*
· Pdf version press release.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 1 hour ago.
*Date* *Number of*
*Shares* *Total amount*
*(EUR)* *Average price*
*(EUR)* *Lowest price*
*(EUR)* *Highest price*
*(EUR)*
05-11-2018 7,500 333,098 44.41 44.18 44.60
06-11-2018 7,500 332,950 44.39 44.16 44.56
07-11-2018 7,500 336,434 44.86 44.60 45.10
08-11-2018 7,500 340,455 45.39 45.17 45.55
09-11-2018 7,500 338,137 45.08 44.92 45.26
*Total* *37,500* *1,681,074* *44.83* *44.16* *45.55*
Since the start of the share buy-back programme on 13 August 2018, Ageas has bought back 1,126,938 shares for a total amount of EUR 50,248,445. This corresponds to 0.56% of the total shares outstanding.
The overview relating to the share buy-back programme is available on our website.
*Ageas* is a listed international insurance Group with a heritage spanning 190 years. It offers Retail and Business customers Life and Non-Life insurance products designed to suit their specific needs, today and tomorrow. As one of Europe's larger insurance companies, Ageas concentrates its activities in Europe and Asia, which together make up the major part of the global insurance market. It operates successful insurance businesses in Belgium, the UK, Luxembourg, France, Portugal, Turkey, China, Malaysia, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Singapore, and the Philippines through a combination of wholly owned subsidiaries and long term partnerships with strong financial institutions and key distributors. Ageas ranks among the market leaders in the countries in which it operates. It represents a staff force of over 50,000 people and reported annual inflows close to EUR 34 billion in 2017 (all figures at 100%).
*Attachment*
· Pdf version press release.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 1 hour ago.
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McPhy Energy : McPhy to install its 15th hydrogen station for the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre
* Press release*
*McPhy to install its 15*^*th** hydrogen station for the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre *
· 15^th hydrogen station, bringing McPhy's stations' daily potential to 52,500km of zero-emission mobility
· Touraine Vallée de l'Indre is launching a pioneering project driving zero-emission mobility: HYSOPARC
*La Motte-Fanjas, November 12, 2018 - 05:45pm CET - McPhy (Euronext Paris Compartment C: MCPHY, FR0011742329)*, a specialist in hydrogen production, storage and distribution equipment, today announces that it is to install its 15th hydrogen station for the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre in Sorigny. The station has the capacity to deliver 20kg of hydrogen per day, able to charge more than a dozen utility vehicles.
Pascal Mauberger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of McPhy, comments: "The government set new momentum for the French hydrogen industry with the launch of a rollout plan in June. Projects driving zero-emission mobility can now be initiated on a regional basis. Formed from the merging of two intercommunal bodies, the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre has a particularly interesting approach. The grouping together of intercommunal bodies is a guarantee of success, particularly in rural areas, as it facilitates the implementation of local hydrogen ecosystems that can be replicated in the heart of all regions. We are delighted to be installing our 15^th McFilling station in Sorigny and would like to thank the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre for placing its trust in us."
Alain Esnault, President of the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre, states: "We welcome the implementation of the HYSOPARC project, which reflects Touraine Vallée de l'Indre's desire to play an active role in the hydrogen industry. Our project supports regional innovation and clean mobility, in connection with the French policy supporting regional initiatives.
The involvement of the Communauté de Communes and its municipal authorities coupled with McPhy's recognised expertise represents a key factor for success for the rollout of zero-emission mobility in urban fringes."
The opening of the station constitutes a first step for the Communauté des Communes, which has demonstrated its desire to develop a hydrogen production platform. To be developed in the near future using electricity coming from renewable sources, the platform will be attached to a multiservice transport centre. Coupled with the hydrogen station, this electrolyzer will be able to produce, on-site and on-demand, clean hydrogen for charging vehicles, and achieving a truly zero-emission mobility chain.
*McFilling 20-350 technology selected for the innovative HYSOPARC project*
Transportation infrastructures are at the heart of the development and economic and social attractiveness of regional areas: movement of people or goods, private, business or local authority use, by road, rail or air etc. The rollout of hydrogen as a clean alternative fuel allows for a long-term vision of regional development. Zero emission mobility helps to make regions more attractive by reconciling ease of use, improved air quality and public health, and encouraging the large-scale rollout of clean energy in the energy mix and creating decentralised value.
McFilling 20-350 technology has been selected by the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre for its innovative HYSOPARC project. Intended to fuel the equivalent of a dozen utility vehicles per day, the hydrogen station will be opened in the first quarter of 2019. With capacity of 20kg of hydrogen per day - equivalent to 12 utility vehicles - the McFilling station, the 15^th for McPhy, fits in with the first steps of France's strategy of priming the market by simultaneously rolling out captive fleets and stations to fuel them.
However, it should be noted that beyond this inception phase, the market is already set for a change of scale. For example, McPhy is present in the very high capacity (several hundred kilos of hydrogen per day) stations market for fueling large fleets of vehicles, buses and even hydrogen-propelled trains, with the first contract for a hydrogen bus station signed in May in the Hauts de France region.
*McFilling 20-350 hydrogen station key figures *
· 20kg per day at 350 bar, equivalent to 12 utility vehicles
· System for interoperability with "EAS-HyMob" hydrogen stations^[1].
· Zero-emission mobility; no particles, no CO[2], no noise
NB: *Go further*: Are you a local authority and want to roll out hydrogen mobility in your area? Find out more using the practical guide published by FNCCR, AFHYPAC and Mobilité Hydrogène France: "Roll out hydrogen stations in your area". [FR] http://www.fnccr.asso.fr/article/stations-de-recharge-a-hydrogene/
*Next communication*
2018 revenue - Tuesday 22 January 2019 after market close.
* *
*ABOUT MCPHY*
In the framework of the energy transition, and as a leading supplier of hydrogen production, storage and distribution equipment, McPhy contributes to the deployment of clean hydrogen throughout the world.
Thanks to its wide range of products and services dedicated to the hydrogen energy, zero emission mobility and industrial hydrogen markets, McPhy provides turnkey solutions to its clients. These solutions are tailored to our client applications: renewable energy surplus storage and valorization, fuel cell car refueling, raw material for industrial sites.
As a designer, manufacturer and integrator of hydrogen equipment since 2008, McPhy has three development, engineering and production units based in Europe (France, Italy, Germany).
The company's international subsidiaries ensure a global sales coverage of McPhy's innovative hydrogen solutions.
McPhy is listed on Euronext Paris (Segment C, ISIN code: FR0011742329; ticker: MCPHY).
*CONTACTS*
*Media relations*
*NewCap*
Nicolas Merigeau
T. +33 (0)1 44 71 94 98
mcphy@newcap.eu
*Investors Relations*
*NewCap*
Julie Coulot | Emmanuel Huynh
T. +33 (0)1 44 71 20 40
mcphy@newcap.eu
*Follow us at*
@McPhyEnergy
*CONTACTS TOURAINE VALLEE DE L'INDRE* * *
*Media relations*
Valérie Delaunay - Communications Director
T. +33 (0)2 47 34 29 00
valerie.delaunay@tourainevalleedelindre.fr
Aurélie Michel - Project Manager
T. 33 (0)2 47 34 29 00
aurelie.michel@tourainevalleedelindre.fr
*Follow us at*
https://www.facebook.com/tourainevalleedelindre/
www.linkedin.com/company/tourainevalleedelindre/
* *
* *
^[1] EAS-HyMob is a 15-station project in Normandy. These interconnected stations all work using a 100% digital and computerised payment solution (smartphone). In order to facilitate the user experience/make life easier for users, the Sorigny station is interoperable with the EAS-MyHob network
*Attachment*
· McPhy_Station_Sorigny_12112018.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 1 hour ago.
*McPhy to install its 15*^*th** hydrogen station for the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre *
· 15^th hydrogen station, bringing McPhy's stations' daily potential to 52,500km of zero-emission mobility
· Touraine Vallée de l'Indre is launching a pioneering project driving zero-emission mobility: HYSOPARC
*La Motte-Fanjas, November 12, 2018 - 05:45pm CET - McPhy (Euronext Paris Compartment C: MCPHY, FR0011742329)*, a specialist in hydrogen production, storage and distribution equipment, today announces that it is to install its 15th hydrogen station for the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre in Sorigny. The station has the capacity to deliver 20kg of hydrogen per day, able to charge more than a dozen utility vehicles.
Pascal Mauberger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of McPhy, comments: "The government set new momentum for the French hydrogen industry with the launch of a rollout plan in June. Projects driving zero-emission mobility can now be initiated on a regional basis. Formed from the merging of two intercommunal bodies, the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre has a particularly interesting approach. The grouping together of intercommunal bodies is a guarantee of success, particularly in rural areas, as it facilitates the implementation of local hydrogen ecosystems that can be replicated in the heart of all regions. We are delighted to be installing our 15^th McFilling station in Sorigny and would like to thank the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre for placing its trust in us."
Alain Esnault, President of the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre, states: "We welcome the implementation of the HYSOPARC project, which reflects Touraine Vallée de l'Indre's desire to play an active role in the hydrogen industry. Our project supports regional innovation and clean mobility, in connection with the French policy supporting regional initiatives.
The involvement of the Communauté de Communes and its municipal authorities coupled with McPhy's recognised expertise represents a key factor for success for the rollout of zero-emission mobility in urban fringes."
The opening of the station constitutes a first step for the Communauté des Communes, which has demonstrated its desire to develop a hydrogen production platform. To be developed in the near future using electricity coming from renewable sources, the platform will be attached to a multiservice transport centre. Coupled with the hydrogen station, this electrolyzer will be able to produce, on-site and on-demand, clean hydrogen for charging vehicles, and achieving a truly zero-emission mobility chain.
*McFilling 20-350 technology selected for the innovative HYSOPARC project*
Transportation infrastructures are at the heart of the development and economic and social attractiveness of regional areas: movement of people or goods, private, business or local authority use, by road, rail or air etc. The rollout of hydrogen as a clean alternative fuel allows for a long-term vision of regional development. Zero emission mobility helps to make regions more attractive by reconciling ease of use, improved air quality and public health, and encouraging the large-scale rollout of clean energy in the energy mix and creating decentralised value.
McFilling 20-350 technology has been selected by the Communauté de Communes Touraine Vallée de l'Indre for its innovative HYSOPARC project. Intended to fuel the equivalent of a dozen utility vehicles per day, the hydrogen station will be opened in the first quarter of 2019. With capacity of 20kg of hydrogen per day - equivalent to 12 utility vehicles - the McFilling station, the 15^th for McPhy, fits in with the first steps of France's strategy of priming the market by simultaneously rolling out captive fleets and stations to fuel them.
However, it should be noted that beyond this inception phase, the market is already set for a change of scale. For example, McPhy is present in the very high capacity (several hundred kilos of hydrogen per day) stations market for fueling large fleets of vehicles, buses and even hydrogen-propelled trains, with the first contract for a hydrogen bus station signed in May in the Hauts de France region.
*McFilling 20-350 hydrogen station key figures *
· 20kg per day at 350 bar, equivalent to 12 utility vehicles
· System for interoperability with "EAS-HyMob" hydrogen stations^[1].
· Zero-emission mobility; no particles, no CO[2], no noise
NB: *Go further*: Are you a local authority and want to roll out hydrogen mobility in your area? Find out more using the practical guide published by FNCCR, AFHYPAC and Mobilité Hydrogène France: "Roll out hydrogen stations in your area". [FR] http://www.fnccr.asso.fr/article/stations-de-recharge-a-hydrogene/
*Next communication*
2018 revenue - Tuesday 22 January 2019 after market close.
* *
*ABOUT MCPHY*
In the framework of the energy transition, and as a leading supplier of hydrogen production, storage and distribution equipment, McPhy contributes to the deployment of clean hydrogen throughout the world.
Thanks to its wide range of products and services dedicated to the hydrogen energy, zero emission mobility and industrial hydrogen markets, McPhy provides turnkey solutions to its clients. These solutions are tailored to our client applications: renewable energy surplus storage and valorization, fuel cell car refueling, raw material for industrial sites.
As a designer, manufacturer and integrator of hydrogen equipment since 2008, McPhy has three development, engineering and production units based in Europe (France, Italy, Germany).
The company's international subsidiaries ensure a global sales coverage of McPhy's innovative hydrogen solutions.
McPhy is listed on Euronext Paris (Segment C, ISIN code: FR0011742329; ticker: MCPHY).
*CONTACTS*
*Media relations*
*NewCap*
Nicolas Merigeau
T. +33 (0)1 44 71 94 98
mcphy@newcap.eu
*Investors Relations*
*NewCap*
Julie Coulot | Emmanuel Huynh
T. +33 (0)1 44 71 20 40
mcphy@newcap.eu
*Follow us at*
@McPhyEnergy
*CONTACTS TOURAINE VALLEE DE L'INDRE* * *
*Media relations*
Valérie Delaunay - Communications Director
T. +33 (0)2 47 34 29 00
valerie.delaunay@tourainevalleedelindre.fr
Aurélie Michel - Project Manager
T. 33 (0)2 47 34 29 00
aurelie.michel@tourainevalleedelindre.fr
*Follow us at*
https://www.facebook.com/tourainevalleedelindre/
www.linkedin.com/company/tourainevalleedelindre/
* *
* *
^[1] EAS-HyMob is a 15-station project in Normandy. These interconnected stations all work using a 100% digital and computerised payment solution (smartphone). In order to facilitate the user experience/make life easier for users, the Sorigny station is interoperable with the EAS-MyHob network
*Attachment*
· McPhy_Station_Sorigny_12112018.pdf Reported by GlobeNewswire 1 hour ago.
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Night Drive: Honouring The Pioneers Of Detroit Techno
The makers of a new documentary speak to Clash...In 2018 club culture is a global industry.
At the last count, the variants of electronic music - from left field through to stadium filling EDM - supported a $7.1 billion industry, spanning every continent on Earth.
Yet for the most part it can be traced back to a handful of African-American innovators. Techno, for instance, largely owes its roots to a clutch of producers in Detroit, operating at a time when the city's heavy industries were in a state of collapse.
Crafting dystopian hymns that looked relentless to the future, producers such as Derrick May, Juan Atkins, and Kevin Saunderson demolished the rule book, carving out their own genre from its ashes.
New documentary *God Said Give 'Em Drum Machines: The Story of Detroit Techno* traces these stories, with film-makers Jennifer Washington and Kristian Hill uniting for an ambitious, feature length project.
God Said Give'em Drum Machines: The Story of Detroit Techno Trailer from KPLtv on Vimeo.
Clash spoke to the film makers about their crucial Detroit techno cuts, the first wave jewels which truly made an impact...
*Rhythim is Rhythim (Derrick May) - 'Nude Photo'*The song that attracted the attention of Neil Rushton, a Europe record promoter, that talked Derrick into traveling to London for an opportunity to further his music career.
*Cybotron - 'Techno City'*Released in 1984, this song was the first recorded instance where Juan started referring to this music as Techno.
*Inner City - 'Big Fun'*The first time Neil Rushton heard 'Big Fun' on a cassette labelled 'InterCity' in Derrick’s basement, he immediately advised Kevin Saunderson to: “Pack your records up. That’s it. Your life’s going to change. There and then. It was so big!”
*Eddie Fowlkes - 'Good-Bye Kiss'*The debut single by Eddie Fowlkes that became a local hit after creating a “hand to hand combat” or citywide grassroots promotional system along with Juan Atkins, that finally landed the song on Detroit’s WJLB FM 98.
*Cybotron - 'Cosmic Cars'*Blake Baxter admired Juan describes 'Cosmic Cars' as influential to his own music and “mindblowing” because it wasn’t on a major label at a time when “everything was on a major label.”
*Channel One - 'Technicolor'*After Juan released the Cybotron music, he released a series of tracks after teaching his friends a thing or two. 'Technicolor' was the first of more like 'Good-Bye Kiss', and 'Let’s Go' which Juan brilliantly mastered and released all at the same time. 'Technicolor' was also later sampled by Sir Mix-a-lot in 'Baby Got Back' and Nicki Minaj’s 'Anaconda'.
*Rhythim is Rhythim (Derrick May) - 'Strings Of Life'*Neil Rushton compares Derrick’s most well known song, 'Strings Of Life', to James Brown’s 'Sex Machine' and describes it as “iconic, jazzy, and wonderful.”
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PM May’s aim to finalise the deal this month, and ratify next month, looks ambitious - SC
Sarah Hewin, Chief Economist, Europe, Standard Chartered Bank explained that Brexit headlines hint at an imminent deal, but even if – a big ‘if’ - Prime Minister (PM) May can persuade her cabinet and win over sceptical EU leaders, the parliamentary vote remains uncertain.
*Key Quotes:*
"Pro-Leave members of parliament (MPs), pro-Remain MPs, Northern Ireland unionists (DUP) and the opposition all have reasons for voting down the deal.
The main holdup to agreeing a deal has been the ‘backstop’. PM May proposes that, until/unless there is a final agreement on the UK’s relations with the EU that takes care of the Irish border issue, the UK will stay in a customs union with the EU once the post-Brexit transition period ends. But this would make UK bilateral trade deals with other countries difficult. Some UK ministers want a time limit, which the EU has so far rejected. A separate backstop for Northern Ireland (NI) with regulatory checks between NI and the rest of the UK is opposed by the DUP.
The all-UK customs-union backstop is likely to come with strings attached, with the EU requiring a level playing field on rules relating to the environment, labour, tax and on state support for industry, with appropriate enforcement mechanisms. In addition, the EU is likely to press for other advantages, for example, access to UK fishing waters.
PM May’s aim to achieve a deal and parliamentary ratification before Christmas looks challenging, given unresolved issues and splits within the government. We think that parliament’s ‘meaningful vote’ may be delayed until the new year and may not pass at the first attempt – though it could subsequently be re-submitted. There is growing awareness of the damage that would be done by a no-deal outcome. There is also more vocal opposition to Brexit; a no deal threat – or reality – could be used to try to push through a second referendum. We see this as a low possibility, but not negligible."
Reported by FXstreet.com 1 hour ago.
*Key Quotes:*
"Pro-Leave members of parliament (MPs), pro-Remain MPs, Northern Ireland unionists (DUP) and the opposition all have reasons for voting down the deal.
The main holdup to agreeing a deal has been the ‘backstop’. PM May proposes that, until/unless there is a final agreement on the UK’s relations with the EU that takes care of the Irish border issue, the UK will stay in a customs union with the EU once the post-Brexit transition period ends. But this would make UK bilateral trade deals with other countries difficult. Some UK ministers want a time limit, which the EU has so far rejected. A separate backstop for Northern Ireland (NI) with regulatory checks between NI and the rest of the UK is opposed by the DUP.
The all-UK customs-union backstop is likely to come with strings attached, with the EU requiring a level playing field on rules relating to the environment, labour, tax and on state support for industry, with appropriate enforcement mechanisms. In addition, the EU is likely to press for other advantages, for example, access to UK fishing waters.
PM May’s aim to achieve a deal and parliamentary ratification before Christmas looks challenging, given unresolved issues and splits within the government. We think that parliament’s ‘meaningful vote’ may be delayed until the new year and may not pass at the first attempt – though it could subsequently be re-submitted. There is growing awareness of the damage that would be done by a no-deal outcome. There is also more vocal opposition to Brexit; a no deal threat – or reality – could be used to try to push through a second referendum. We see this as a low possibility, but not negligible."
Reported by FXstreet.com 1 hour ago.
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A Lime executive insisted it has 'the safest product' even though the company was recalling thousands of its scooters
· *Lime executive Caen Contee has insisted the scooter startup has "the safest product" despite the firm issuing two product recalls this month.*· *People reported handlebars falling off scooters and the vehicles catching light.*
· *Contee said the firm went through several hardware iterations to improve the product and was transparent about what it offered.*
· *Lime is one of several fast-growing startups racing rivals — and the law — to establish dominance in the scooter market.*
One of the executive on Lime's founding team has insisted that the billion-dollar scooter startup has "the safest product"— despite the firm issuing its second scooter recall in a month.
Caen Contee, vice president of global expansion and marketing told Business Insider at the Web Summit conference in Lisbon last week that the company designs its scooters in the US and then outsources the production to different companies.
"One of the reasons we’ve done customized devices and learnt so fast is to create what is the safest product, to create something that really does from day one... [serve] that trust [that] we're always here, we're always learning and always creating something better," he said.
On October 31, Lime had recalled 2,000 Ninebot scooters after "unconfirmed" reports that some caught fire in at least three cities.
Now the company has recalled an unknown number of scooters made by Chinese manufacturer Okai after users across multiple cities reported that the handlebars had fallen off. Users on social media in Portland, Denver and Baltimore in the US reported problems, as well as in Paris.
Contee, who spoke to Business Insider before the reports of broken handlebars emerged, said scooter hardware was "nascent" but said the firm was innovating on the way Lime's software made the vehicles safer. He pointed to the fact that Lime's scooters have a capped speed limit in certain places at night, and that in Prague scooters aren't permitted in "high pedestrian" areas.
*Read more: *Lime issues its second scooter recall in less than a month
Contee suggested Lime's users were loyal because the company learns from its mistakes.
"Ultimately when you're trying to move in this space where it's so nascent, where no one has created a vehicle for this particular use... if you haven't made a core competency of being able to learn and take that feedback and iterate on hardware, then what can be done in six months of learning and [with] a different fleet type creates a loyalty you wouldn't have otherwise."
When Business Insider asked Contee how he might reassure would-be scooter riders alarmed by the flimsiness of the devices, he said the firm had been transparent in what it's created.
Still, Lime's terms of service state baldly: "You agree that neither Lime nor the Released Persons are liable for any injury or death suffered by You while using the Services, whether or not You are wearing a helmet at the time of injury."
*Scooter startups are worth billions, but there are lots of questions about the law and safety*
Lime has clocked 20 million in the 18 months since its launched, and is worth $1.1 billion after raising $335 million from high-profile backers including Uber and Alphabet. Its biggest rivals include Bird, another US startup worth millions in backing, Europe's Taxify, and a host of smaller regional firms.
All of the firms are racing to lure as many users onto their apps as possible, and to offer different types of new city transport, with Lime also offering electric bikes and electric cars.
But regulation and safety are proving thorny problems for companies that are taking a leaf out of the Uber playbook and perhaps prioritizing speedy expansion over compliance.
A US man died in September after falling off a Lime scooter and not wearing a helmet, while a class-action filed in the US in October accuses both Lime and Bird of "gross negligence."
Meanwhile, scooter startups have struggled to expand to Europe's biggest market, London, because their vehicles don't meet local regulatory standards. Business Insider revealed in August that both firms were hoping to see changes in UK law that would permit scooters on London roads.
Contee said Lime was "pro-regulation" and that the firm hoped to convince London's transport regulator, Transport for London, that it had created the best product.
The firm will introduce electric bikes to the UK, then plans to expand to other vehicles in time. "We will work to create relationships based on that, and we will work over time to add vehicles."
*SEE ALSO: Mark Zuckerberg reportedly pressured a top Facebook VR exec to drop his public support of Trump in favor of another candidate*
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Mercury Marine releases 2018 Sustainability Report and video highlighting its commitment to environmental stewardship
Report focuses on environment, energy, product and people
Fond Du Lac, WI, Nov. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mercury Marine, the world leader in marine propulsion and technology has released its 2018 Sustainability Report and supporting video highlighting the company’s investment in protecting the environment, preserving energy, manufacturing world-class products, supporting our people and communities and creating a sustainable climate for everyone. The annual report shows that, in each of the major categories of its sustainability initiative, Mercury continues to meet and exceed its aggressive improvement goals.
“We know the marine industry, with its dependency on clean air and water, is a natural priority for sustainability and we want everyone around the marine industry to know it’s a better place because we are here,” said John Pfeifer, Mercury Marine president. “We don’t just want to be a marine propulsion business, we are a socially responsible business that makes communities here, in China, Europe, South America and around the world better; we think that’s important.”
Mercury’s new V-6 and V-8 four-stroke outboard engines are highlighted for having raised the bar in the marine industry relative to sustainability, innovative technology and environmental stewardship. In addition, Mercury employees continue to set new benchmarks for community support around the world in communities in which they live and work and where our products are used. Since its first sustainability report to the community in 2011, Mercury’s sustainability efforts have progressively evolved to the point where the company is pursuing ever more aggressive goals and objectives.
“Sustainability is important as we set out to pursue our goals and be a marine leader,” said John Buelow, Mercury Marine vice president of global operations. “That means doing everything from having a positive impact on the environment, the products we develop and take to market are as clean as they can possibly be, how we operate our operations, and protecting the planet and having a positive impact on everyone we touch.”
“If you go to any of our operations, there’s a lot of energy around what can we do from a sustainability perspective,” said Pfeifer. “From a sustainability standpoint, we have grown and the reason I believe we have grown is because everyone that works here cares about it. It’s important to people.”
The four pillars of Mercury Marine's sustainability initiative are:
*Energy:* Achieving greater energy efficiency by implementing energy-reducing projects, promoting best practices in energy management and employing new energy technologies.
*Environment:* Preserving the natural places where customers use Mercury products for work and play; decreasing the use of natural resources through conservation, redeployment and recycling; and returning purified resources to the planet whenever possible.
*Product:* Minimizing engines' impact on water, land and air — recognizing the need for an unspoiled environment in which to live and enjoy Mercury Marine products.
*People:* Helping people who relate with Mercury Marine — employees, partners, customers and the communities where Mercury operates — to enjoy happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.
The 2018 Sustainability Report is available for download: https://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/about/sustainability
The new Sustainability Video from Mercury Marine can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/Pp0VR3Kg4fs
*About Mercury Marine*
Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wis., Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories including propellers, and SmartCraft electronics; Power Products Integrated Solutions; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood, Garelick and Whale marine parts; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.
*Attachments*
· 250-300hp_V8_WF_AMS_FSFP-4_STRBD
· Sustainability Image 5
CONTACT: Lee Gordon
Mercury Marine
920-924-1808
lee.gordon@mercmarine.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 44 minutes ago.
Fond Du Lac, WI, Nov. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mercury Marine, the world leader in marine propulsion and technology has released its 2018 Sustainability Report and supporting video highlighting the company’s investment in protecting the environment, preserving energy, manufacturing world-class products, supporting our people and communities and creating a sustainable climate for everyone. The annual report shows that, in each of the major categories of its sustainability initiative, Mercury continues to meet and exceed its aggressive improvement goals.
“We know the marine industry, with its dependency on clean air and water, is a natural priority for sustainability and we want everyone around the marine industry to know it’s a better place because we are here,” said John Pfeifer, Mercury Marine president. “We don’t just want to be a marine propulsion business, we are a socially responsible business that makes communities here, in China, Europe, South America and around the world better; we think that’s important.”
Mercury’s new V-6 and V-8 four-stroke outboard engines are highlighted for having raised the bar in the marine industry relative to sustainability, innovative technology and environmental stewardship. In addition, Mercury employees continue to set new benchmarks for community support around the world in communities in which they live and work and where our products are used. Since its first sustainability report to the community in 2011, Mercury’s sustainability efforts have progressively evolved to the point where the company is pursuing ever more aggressive goals and objectives.
“Sustainability is important as we set out to pursue our goals and be a marine leader,” said John Buelow, Mercury Marine vice president of global operations. “That means doing everything from having a positive impact on the environment, the products we develop and take to market are as clean as they can possibly be, how we operate our operations, and protecting the planet and having a positive impact on everyone we touch.”
“If you go to any of our operations, there’s a lot of energy around what can we do from a sustainability perspective,” said Pfeifer. “From a sustainability standpoint, we have grown and the reason I believe we have grown is because everyone that works here cares about it. It’s important to people.”
The four pillars of Mercury Marine's sustainability initiative are:
*Energy:* Achieving greater energy efficiency by implementing energy-reducing projects, promoting best practices in energy management and employing new energy technologies.
*Environment:* Preserving the natural places where customers use Mercury products for work and play; decreasing the use of natural resources through conservation, redeployment and recycling; and returning purified resources to the planet whenever possible.
*Product:* Minimizing engines' impact on water, land and air — recognizing the need for an unspoiled environment in which to live and enjoy Mercury Marine products.
*People:* Helping people who relate with Mercury Marine — employees, partners, customers and the communities where Mercury operates — to enjoy happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.
The 2018 Sustainability Report is available for download: https://www.mercurymarine.com/en/us/about/sustainability
The new Sustainability Video from Mercury Marine can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/Pp0VR3Kg4fs
*About Mercury Marine*
Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wis., Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories including propellers, and SmartCraft electronics; Power Products Integrated Solutions; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood, Garelick and Whale marine parts; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.
*Attachments*
· 250-300hp_V8_WF_AMS_FSFP-4_STRBD
· Sustainability Image 5
CONTACT: Lee Gordon
Mercury Marine
920-924-1808
lee.gordon@mercmarine.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 44 minutes ago.
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Gold falls to one-month low on stronger dollar
Gold slid to its lowest level in a month on Monday as the dollar rose to 16-month highs, boosted by the U.S. Federal Reserve's hawkish interest rate policy and political uncertainty in Europe.
Reported by Reuters India 6 hours ago.
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France calls for Europe to become 'an Empire' to rival China and the US
Economics and Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said the EU must project its power around the globe to promote peace and protect the environment. It comes after President Macron called for an army.
Reported by MailOnline 6 hours ago.
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