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MHI Announces Changes in Executive-level Personnel

TOKYO, Mar 4, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Aero Engines, Ltd. (MHIAEL), a group company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has announced the appointment of Masanori Ushida as President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective April 1, 2022. He succeeds Katsuyuki Shimauchi, who will continue to serve as Member of the Board of MHIAEL after serving as the first President & CEO of MHIAEL for more than seven years.Mr. Ushida assumes the role of President & CEO after serving as Member of the Board and Senior Vice President of Commercial Engines since October 2020. He brings his more than 30 years of experience in MHI's aerospace business which includes multiple leadership roles ranging from manufacturing engineering, engine design to program management. He has also successfully grown MHIAEL's commercial engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) business to become one of the company's core businesses.During his tenure as President & CEO, Mr. Shimauchi has successfully led the establishment of MHIAEL by ways of company split from MHI in October 2014 and managed to grow its revenues in three folds by 2019. He has also su...

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A Few Simple Suggestions for Sending News Releases

HONG KONG – Through the results of the recent survey we conducted, we further learned that many in the communications industry also send their news to their own media lists. These may be contacts these individuals have built up over time or have had previous interactions or relationships with. One way to build up customers’ own media list is to find the key contact at a particular media outlet in which Users are interested in being covered. The contact information is usually within the newspaper, publication or news website. If Users do go this route, Users need to make sure that they are definitely the contact for customers’ industry and information. Most of those within the industry are aware that a press release is not a one shot deal. This holds particularly true when it comes to ‘branding.’ As per Marketing-Schools.org, Branding is a concept that extends far beyond the marketing of “brand name” designer jeans and other products. A company’s brand represents their market identity–who they are, what they do, what kind of quality they provide, their reputation for trustworthiness, and more. Branding of a business, product or service is an enormous undertaking that starts with com...

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Answers to Several Frequently Asked Questions about News Releases

HONG KONG – NovationWire.com is a company that was established specializing in press release distribution services, sending news to various media points. As a company that’s been in the news distribution industry for many years, we feel we know a few things about the business and industry. Some of NovationWire’s articles are inspired by NovationWire’s customers that have questions about NovationWire’s press release service or the industry in general. NovationWire’s feeling here is that if one person has made the effort to inquire – there are probably 100 people that would like to know. Let’s get right to the details. What time is the best time for a press release to be distributed? NovationWire has personally found that the best time for NovationWire’s news to reach the media (customers’ press release to be released) is 3:01 am eastern time. NovationWire’s thoughts on this are customers’ news does not conflict with 9 am financial news, yet is late enough to show up just prior to the financial news. Are the holidays a good time for press release distribution? NovationWire.com has been asked this question many, many a time. We do not have a right answer for this and we call it a 50/5...

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Brief Introduction to Press Release and Content Marketing Tips

HONG KONG – People published an article which mentioned about smart audio systems becoming more significant in the area of marketing. The reason this is important is that upward of 50% of searches will come through smart audio devices. Smart audio systems and marketing are still in the early stages, and we have few details on how content will blend into the search results of voice commands through smart audio systems. We do recognize there are some PR folks in the industry gearing up to serve content based on voice searches people will make; meaning information from customers’ content marketing blended press release could potentially make its way through as a relative search result providing exposure through these devices. When Users are blending customers’ press release with customers’ content marketing, there are a few tips that Users can follow. Users always want to continue to follow basic press release writing practices. Ensure customers’ content is newsworthy and high-quality content. Having fewer pieces of information that are valuable is better than many pieces of information that serve no value. Are Users able to incorporate a survey with customers’ press release? Obtainin...

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Do We Need to Change NovationWire’s Expectations for Issuing News Releases?

HONG KONG – Ultimately when Users purchase advertising or send a press release, Users want people to view customers’ ad or news release. To put valuations into perspective, we will use the example of ad words. When someone uses ad words, they pay for the number of times that an ad is clicked on. The amount of information Users placed within an ad was extremely restrictive up until reigns were loosened not too long ago. For example, Users are now allowed two headlines of 30 characters each and a description line of 80 characters. According to Practical Ecommerce, this is a recent increase) we must remind you, this is characters and not words. With an average word length of 5 characters (according to Quora, this means Users would have 16 words for a complete description of customers’ ad. In the world of AdWords, the cost per click can vary quite significantly. Variations can range from $2 – $50 per click of customers’ ad. An article over at Forbes.com mentions that new businesses are dropping $5 or more per click, with some up to $60 per click. That can add up fast. Where the concern lies is that because Users have only been provided with average 16 words in customers’ description, t...

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Fujitsu and Ridgelinez Launch Services to Visualize Customers’ Carbon Footprint in Supply Chain

TOKYO, Dec 24, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Ridgelinez Limited (Ridgelinez) today announced a new strategy to strengthen cooperation and deliver services that contribute to the resolution of environmental issues as set out in the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Figure 1. List of SX Consulting ServicesFigure 2. Dashboard ImageAs a first step, the two companies will offer new services that provide robust support for customers in the Japanese market in achieving their sustainability objectives, ranging from the formulation of management strategies to the implementation of measures to contribute to the SDGs. This includes both consulting services to help customers in the Japanese market in realizing their Sustainability Transformation (SX) starting from January 2022, and services to measure and visualize CO2 emissions in customers' supply chains starting from December 24, 2021. A rollout of services to measure and visualize customers' CO2 emissions to the global market is planned in the future. The consulting services will be provided by Ridgelinez, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited offering consulting and DX services, and will include support f...

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Toyota Expands C+pod Sales to All Customers in Japan

Toyota City, Japan, Dec 23, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today that it will expand sales of the "C+pod" ultra-compact battery electric vehicle (BEV) to all corporate and municipal customers, and now the general public as well, from December 23. The vehicle was launched for select corporate and municipal customers in December last year. All vehicles will be offered via lease contracts(1), starting from Toyota vehicle dealers and Toyota Rental & Lease Agencies throughout Japan(2).The C+pod is an environmentally-friendly two-seater BEV. Smaller than a minivehicle, it has been designed as a mobility option for a diverse group of daily users who frequently travel short distances with few passengers. This might include young, single new drivers, or older individuals who may be nervous about driving.It has been well received by customers who have used it, especially for its ease of handling, environmental friendliness, and full range of safety and security features despite its ultra-compact body. We are now ready to deliver the C+pod to a wider range of customers, so we have decided to expand the sales target to all customers na...

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Adopt a New Mindset to Adapt to the Current Business Model and Maintain Visibility via NovationWire’s PR Distribution Package

HONG KONG – Some days it feels like we are living in an alternate reality; there are times where life feels somewhat normal. Depending on where in the world we live and what actions our local governments have taken will affect us all differently. Some folks are experiencing complete lockdown while others are experiencing non-essential business closure. Although everyone in the world has been affected one way or another, this piece is more business-focused on your new reality as a business owner. Few enterprises have increased revenues because of our current crisis. It does not take much effort to recognize that anyone in the grocery, paper products (including toilet paper and paper towels), courier, or hand sanitizer industries have skyrocketed. The majority of the remaining businesses have suffered substantial financial losses due to mandatory closures putting a massive dent in nearly every economy. Some will never recover. There is a terminology called ‘the waterfall effect’ that will hit extra hard. As an example, local craft breweries over the last number of years in many areas have taken off. Many craft breweries are now reporting huge losses regardless of liquor establishment...

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Fujitsu Guides Customers on Path to Decarbonization with Free Assessments to Visualize CO2 Emissions Reductions from Cloud Migration

TOKYO, Oct 8, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu has announced that from October 7 it will begin to provide free assessments to its customers considering the use of its FUJITSU Hybrid IT Service FJcloud, etc. in their digital transformation projects, demonstrating changes to CO2 emissions resulting from the migration of IT systems to the cloud.Fujitsu will offer a visualization of the CO2 emissions and power consumption of current IT systems against the use of FJcloud, for example, for its customers with on-premises IT systems, which have issues of balancing business growth and the ability to contribute to sustainability. This will empower customers to make the choice of their next IT platform with greater insight into both the overall cost as well as ability to contribute to decarbonization.Through this initiative, Fujitsu ultimately aims to contribute to the optimization of its customers' IT systems by guiding them to utilize the cloud, as well as to the realization of a sustainable society through reducing the carbon footprint of business.IT-related power consumption in Japan projected to increase exponentially by 2030In recent years, efforts to reduce greenhouse ...

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The Executive Interview: Silicon Craft Technology PCL (SET:SICT)

BANGKOK, Jul 16, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Silicon Craft Technology PCL (SET:SICT) Co-Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Bodin Kasemset discusses the company's strategy and outlook in The Executive Interview (TEI) by ShareInvestor.com.TEI: Please share your background and your work experience in the semiconductor industry.I graduated my bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University. That was the first batch of the Automotive Engineering Department. After my graduation, I pursued my master's and doctoral degrees in Hamburg, Germany in Automotive Electronics, which was truly a dream-come-true experience for me. It was fortunate of me that the Head Professor at the laboratory where I used to work was the former Head of Research & Development at Infineon; the world's first or second largest semiconductor company that specializes in automotive electronics. So that has earned me the opportunity to work with this professor.When I was granted the scholarship for my doctoral degree, I had a chance to work and live in Germany for 8-9 years; from college years to my career as a researcher. After my doctoral degree graduation, I did my post-doctoral ...

All credit and debit card customers affected by duplicate transactions have been refunded: DBS

SINGAPORE - DBS Bank has given refunds to all customers affected by a payment processing glitch, which charged them twice for transactions made with credit and debit cards. Singapore's largest bank said in a Facebook post on Saturday (June 19) that all duplicate card transactions have been refunded and any fees - as a result of the error - will be waived. "Our systems are safe, secure and uncompromised. We apologise for any undue anxiety and regret the inconvenience caused," it added. DBS did not say how many customers were affected and the value of the wrongful transactions. It first acknowledged the issue on Twitter at around 11.20am on Friday. By 7.50pm, DBS said the glitch had been resolved. Some customers said online that the transactions caused their bank accounts to go into a negative balance. Others said they were unable to log into their accounts through the app or Internet banking portal on Friday morning. The Monetary Authority of Singapore said it had instructed DBS to conduct a thorough investigation and submit a report. More on this topic Related Story DBS to refund credit and debit card users affected by duplicate transactions by June 20 Related Story More than 1,000...

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Hitachi’s new facility is being established in the United States in order to collaborate and create new solutions with customers

TOKYO, May 31, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation and Hitachi High-Tech Group company, Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc., announce today the establishment of Hitachi's Center of Excellence in Portland, a new centralized facility for semiconductor engineering in Hillsboro, Oregon.Rendering: Hitachi's Center of Excellence in PortlandWe are consolidating our semiconductor technology development facilities in the United States into this newly established facility. At this new location, we will partner with our customers in the semiconductor industry to jointly create new Lumada solutions that lead to improved customer value by utilizing Hitachi's advanced digital technology. Our goal is to support our customers utilizing Hitachi's unique technology innovations, contribute to solving their technology challenges, and partner on management-related challenges.Due to the expanded implementation of AI and IoT, as well as the emergence of 5G compatible digital devices, the amount of data used in communication has been increasing exponentially. Consequently, capital investment in data centers and base stations that support such data transmission is accelerati...

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SCCG Management and Bettorlogic Extend North American Partnership

LAS VEGAS, NV, May 28, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Stephen Crystal, SCCG Founder, announced today that the company has extended its partnership with Bettorlogic, whose technology leverages the customer's existing sportsbook player data to give sports bettors reasons to place a bet - in retail outlets, push notifications on mobile devices, emails or SMS. Said Crystal, "We are excited to see our clients and partners eager to adopt Bettorlogic's suite of solutions that give operators highly customizable tools they can take direct control of their customer communication and engagement. These mature and robust suites of tools have a 15-year track record of helping operators increase turnover and engage customers by delivering reasons for customers to keep bets in action."- Bettortech leverages customer transactional data, bet preferences, preferred sports, events and frequency of wagering, bet type, staking, odds, territory, win/loss ratios, and more.- BetPropensity creates profiles that allow customer call to action messaging to be tailor-made for the bettor.- Bettorlogic engages customers across all channels, including mobile, online widgets, retail displays, and push no...

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Hitachi ABB Power Grids enables Minnesota Power to deliver more clean and affordable hydropower to the U.S. Upper Midwest region

Raleigh, N.C., May 14, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Hitachi ABB Power Grids announced the successful commissioning of a 500 kV - 1400 MVAr series capacitor bank, one of the largest in the world, on March 31, 2021 for Minnesota Power's Great Northern Transmission Line project, helping ensure the delivery of more clean hydropower from Manitoba, Canada - to its customers in Northeastern Minnesota. By enhancing the transfer capability and reliability of the transmission connection between Manitoba and Minnesota, this project will enable Minnesota Power to strengthen its commitment to shift rapidly toward an emission-free energy system.Warroad River Series Capacitor BankThis deployment of a major 500 kilovolt (kV) transmission line stretching between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Grand Rapids, Minnesota, further highlights the progress of Minnesota Power's "EnergyForward' strategy to transition to cleaner energy sources while meeting customer expectations for a reliable, stable, and affordable electricity supply. In late 2020, the company became the first utility in the state of Minnesota to deliver 50% renewable energy to its customers and has a goal of achieving 100% carbon-free...

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The Executive Talk: Do Day Dream PCL (SET:DDD)

BANGKOK, Feb 4, 2021 - (ACN Newswire) - Do Day Dream PCL (SET:DDD) Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Piyawat Ratchapolsitte discusses the company's strategy and outlook in The Executive Talk (TET) by ShareInvestor.com.TET: What is the current business model and outlook?Apart from the beauty products business that has been growing continuously, we have added new businesses to enhance product variety and diversify risks. In 2018, a subsidiary; Dream Dermatology Co., Ltd. was established to engage in distributing a cosmetic dermatology brand Oxe'Cure that was acquired from Well Grow Med Co., Ltd. We have executed marketing activities and rebranded the product to improve the business gradually. Meanwhile, we have always been on the lookout for new opportunities to add to the portfolio. At the beginning of 2020, we expanded to the beauty equipment business, with the acquisition of shares of Kuron Co., Ltd. who owns the brands Lesasha and Sparkle.For Lesasha, the hair styling equipment brand, it is considered the leading hair equipment brand in Thailand, earning us higher revenue contribution from Thai customers, given the fact that the majority of users are Thai people, compared to skin care...

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4 years’ jail for former MD of food firm who misappropriated more than $1m

SINGAPORE - The managing director (MD) of an international food trading firm misappropriated more than $1 million from it between 2016 and 2018. Ho Soo Ann, who was Frosts Food International's MD from 2001 to 2018, proceeded to gamble away his ill-gotten gains and has made no restitution. On Thursday (Dec 17), the 57-year-old Singaporean pleaded guilty to one count of criminal breach of trust involving more than $700,000 and was sentenced to four years' jail. A similar charge involving the remaining amount was considered during sentencing. Deputy Public Prosecutor Ng Shao Yan said that while working for the firm, Ho was responsible for overseeing its business operations including its revenue and account transactions. He was entrusted with collecting payments from the company's overseas customers but breached the trust placed in him when he misappropriated more than $700,000 from Sept 2, 2016 to Aug 2, 2017. The DPP said: "He did so by directing the overseas customers to make payments for their orders with the company into the accused's personal bank account... instead of the company's corporate bank account. "The overseas customers did not suspect that there was anything amiss with...

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Robinsons’ closing down sale begins on Friday

SINGAPORE - Robinsons will begin its storewide sales on Friday (Nov 6) at its last two stores in Singapore at The Heeren and Raffles City Shopping Centre. There will be a storewide discount on fashion, beauty, homeware, accessories and travel items, said marketing agency BWP Group on Friday. "Everything has been reduced and must go... customers are encouraged to take advantage of these fantastic discounts while stocks last," it added. When contacted, a BWP spokesman said the sale would continue until all stocks were sold. The retailer's appointed liquidator, KordaMentha, has confirmed this announcement, adding in an update on Thursday (Nov 5) that customers who have ordered Simmons, Sealy, Serta or King Koil mattresses from Robinsons and have paid in full can expect these to be delivered. A fifth mattress company, Mattress International (MaxCoil), said that customers who have made a full payment should approach their bank to cancel it. After they redirect their purchases and make payment to MaxCoil, their orders will be fulfilled. KordaMentha added on Thursday that discussions with other mattress suppliers are ongoing and it will provide updates when they are available. As at 4pm T...

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S’poreans snap up SIA dining offers to support airline, enjoy experience

SINGAPORE - They have been dating for about a year and on Oct 25, Mr Nicholas Lim and his girlfriend, Ms Eleanor Teo, will be boarding an aircraft together for the first time. The couple's destination is no far-flung locale, but Singapore Airlines' restaurant in an A-380 plane, which will be parked at Changi Airport next weekend and the one after. The pair, who opted for the economy cabin lunch at $50 each, are among the lucky 3,500 or so customers to get a seat for lunch or dinner. More than 900 seats that were available for SIA's Restaurant A380 @ Changi dining experience were sold within 30 minutes of bookings opening on Oct 12. Prices ranged from $50 for economy to $600 for Suites. Two aircraft will be deployed, with guests occupying about half the seats to stick to safe distancing guidelines. Besides the meal, Ms Teo, a 31-year-old who works in a charity, and Mr Lim, 34, will get to explore the world's largest passenger aircraft in the three hours they have on the plane. They also plan to catch the Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey movie. Ms Teo, a fan of the DC Comics character, wanted to watch the movie when it was released in cinemas in February but hesitated due to the rising Co...