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NEC Wins Industry Awards Highlighting Open RAN Leadership

TOKYO, Dec 9, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) today announced the company was named winner in the 'Best Vendor' category at the prestigious Telecom Review Global Excellence Awards (bit.ly/3W1CNOf) for delivering the most open and high-performance 5G networks. The award win recognizes NEC's investment and innovation across its NEC Open Networks offering, including 4G, 5G, and new Massive Multiple Input Multiple Output Radio Units (mMIMO RUs), Open Virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) software, 4G/5G cloud-native converged core, RAN, Transport, Core Automation, RIC, apps development, and System Integration (SI) capabilities.The Telecom Review Excellence Awards were held at the Telecom Review Leaders' Summit, one of the largest annual gatherings of global leaders in ICT and telecoms, on December 7 and 8, 2022. NEC was recognized for its unique position and experience in large Tier-1 multi-vendor Operator Group Open RAN deployments. NEC's 'One-stop Network Integrator' capabilities and Open RAN and transport network transformation services drive the 5G network evolution by delivering open, carrier-grade end-to-end networks globally.In addition, N...

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Thailand’s Roads & Traffic Infrastructure Leaders to Gather In-Person in Bangkok this October for the Inaugural Roads & Traffic Expo Thailand

BANGKOK, Oct 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Roads & Traffic Expo Thailand launches this October in Bangkok. Over 1,000 experts from across Thailand and beyond will be in attendance at BITEC on 26- 27 October to explore the latest innovative solutions, make new connections and help advance Thailand's roads & traffic infrastructure."The Roads & Traffic Expo Thailand comes at a very opportune time," says Paul Clark, Managing Director - Asia for Terrapinn. "The Thai government has made significant commitments to advancing and developing its roads & traffic infrastructure and improving safety. This event offers key players the chance to gather at scale and walk-the-talk, ensuring Thailand can meet their ambitious targets and cement its place as a regional infrastructure leader."Dr. Sukit Yindeesuk, Director of Structural Design Group No. 1 at Department of Highways said ahead of the show, "This expo is one of the biggest events in the transportation industry and delivers a great opportunity for industry players to share their knowledge, experience and demands."Thailand Ministry of Transport Transport Safety Advisor, Sujin Mungnimit commented, "The road...

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NEC Drives Expansion of All Optical Networks

TOKYO, Sep 15, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) is driving expansion of All Optical Networks with the introduction of its "SpectralWave WX Series," a lineup of open specifications-compliant, open optical transport products. The lineup is built based on standards defined by Open ROADM and Telecom Infra Project's (TIP) Phoenix initiative. The push for All Optical Networks is a marked shift in transport networks, which have conventionally required both optical and electrical technologies, but will be simplified to only optical transmission technology from end-to-end in the future. Initially, four products will be released on October 1, 2022. Overview of the SpectralWave WX SeriesNEC envisions All Optical Networks as a next-generation, environmentally friendly infrastructure that will lead to the realization of digital twins, social transformation and the creation of new services and industries. Through the provision of these products, NEC will help deploy transport networks with large capacity, low latency and multiple connections, as well as advanced security, robustness and power-saving.Traditionally, transport networks have been built by equipme...

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World first as entire city’s transport network is digitally connected with Hitachi’s new Smart Mobility suite

GENOA, Italy, Jul 20, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - In a move that is set to trigger a revolution in how people around the world will travel in towns and cities, Hitachi Rail has digitally connected public and private hire transport across an entire city. The milestone has been achieved using technology from Hitachi's new smart mobility suite called Lumada Intelligent Mobility Management, launched today.The technology can be used in towns and cities across the world. In the launch programme - in Genoa, Italy - Hitachi has connected 663 buses, 2500 bus stops, the metro line used by 15 million p.a., two funiculars, one historic hillside railway, 10 public lifts and two suburban bus routes that span 50km. Users also have the power - via the touch of a button on their mobile phones - to hire an electric car, pay for parking or find an e-moped.Power to the passengerAs part of the world-first trial, Hitachi's 360Pass smart ticketing app has eradicated the need to purchase a traditional paper ticket ever again; or to "touch-in" or download multiple apps for different transport services.The 360Pass connects Bluetooth sensors that know when a passenger with the mobile app has bo...

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AIBP: How Technology Contributes to Economical Gaps in Southeast Asia

Singapore, Jul 13, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Nearly half of ASEAN based respondents perceived legacy IT infrastructure and systems to be a challenge to digital transformation (DX) and innovation projects within their own company, according to a survey conducted by AIBP in 2021. The survey counted 206 professionals in the public services sector across the largest economies in Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines & Vietnam. The same survey showed that 60.6% of respondents believe that business intelligence software is the DX solution that brings the largest benefits to their organisation. Sustainability has also been a growing focus in ASEAN, illustrated by the sustainable mobility and energy targets of ASEAN. The Phnom Penh Declaration on Sustainable Urban Mobility is the first Declaration on sustainable transport issued by the ASEAN Transport Ministers focusing on urban and metropolitan regional mobility. The ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation demonstrates the region's commitment to achieving the targets on renewable energy share 23% in total primary energy supply, as well as the 35% share in installed power capacity by 2025. The n...

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How Technology Contributes to Economical Gaps in Southeast Asia

Singapore, Jul 4, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - cThe survey counted 206 professionals in the public services sector across the largest economies in Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines & Vietnam. The same survey showed that 60.6% of respondents believe that business intelligence software is the DX solution that brings the largest benefits to their organisation. Sustainability has also been a growing focus in ASEAN, illustrated by the sustainable mobility and energy targets of ASEAN. The Phnom Penh Declaration on Sustainable Urban Mobility is the first Declaration on sustainable transport issued by the ASEAN Transport Ministers focusing on urban and metropolitan regional mobility. The ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation demonstrates the region's commitment to achieving the targets on renewable energy share 23% in total primary energy supply, as well as the 35% share in installed power capacity by 2025. The need for education is underlined as well from a 2021 AIBP survey, where the lack of talent and expertise was ranked as the most significant impediment to digital transformation in ASEAN. In advancing these public interests, tech-powere...

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MHI Thermal Systems’ Plug-in Hybrid Transport Refrigeration Units Receive Technology Award from Japan Society of Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers

TOKYO, Jun 23, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd. (MHI Thermal Systems), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, received the 49th "Technology Award" from the Japan Society of Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (hereafter, JSRAE) for their "Refrigeration unit TE20/30 series used for plug-in hybrid transport" that can be equipped onto delivery vehicles suitable for use in home delivery. MHI Thermal Systems received high praise for its approach and technology in working on several issues at once that transport refrigeration units must resolve, these issues being the need to achieve "transport quality that keeps food safe", "eco-friendly and low-noise to ensure a comfortable lifestyle", "economic efficiency to support customer corporate activities", and "driver load reduction in response to work style reforms".JSRAE technology plaque awardThe plug-in hybrid system on this product, which has been well received in Japan and abroad mainly for use in home delivery, is a hybrid system incorporating a commercial power supply (plug-in power supply) and a refrigerator dedicated generator. The system can automaticall...

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Ev Dynamics Selected to Supply Electric Light Buses to a Government Sustainable Public Mobility Pilot Scheme

HONG KONG, May 11, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited (the "Company", Stock Code: 476, together with its subsidiaries, collectively "Ev Dynamics" or the "Group"), a provider of new energy vehicles and integrated technology solutions, has been selected by the Hong Kong SAR Government as a prequalified supplier of electric public light buses for a sustainable public mobility pilot scheme the Environmental Protection Department plans to launch in 2023. The selected APEX-MINI model which showcases the Group's outstanding technological and product advantages will help promote energy-efficient public transport in the city as well as Ev Dynamics' products to various markets. Ev Dynamics' APEX-MINI is powered by high-performance lithium-titanate batteries and takes only 15 minutes to charge to run 45 kilometers.The fast-charging APEX-MINI is powered by high-performance lithium-titanate (LTO) batteries and uses OppCharge, a top-down pantograph interface that complies with related European Union standards for charging electric vehicles. The 7-meter 19-seat pure electric minibus can run 45 kilometers after only 15- minute charging with the OppCharger pant...

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Asia Pacific Rail Leaders to Gather in May for the First Time in More Than Three Years

BANGKOK, May 4, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Asia Pacific Rail 2022, the leading annual gathering of Asia Pacific's rail leaders, will take place in Bangkok on 11-12 May 2022. After an absence of more than three years, owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event marks the first time that the region's rail leaders have been able to gather together since 2019. The 2022 edition will gather over 1,000 of the region's leading rail professionals and is endorsed by the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau.All of Thailand's major rail operators and authorities will be represented at the event: Asia Era One Co. Ltd, Bangkok Expressway & Metro Public Company Limited, Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company, Department of Rail Transport, Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand, Office of Transport Policy & Planning, State Railway of Thailand and Thailand's Ministry of Transport will all be sharing updates on the latest plans and opportunities for Thailand's rail industry.International rail operators from Singapore, Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Philippines and India will also be onsite at the event, including Land Transport Authority Singapore, Metro ...

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transport logistic and air cargo trade fair comes to Southeast Asia in 2023

Singapore, Nov 16, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Southeast Asian edition of transport logistic and air cargo will take place in Marina Bay Sands, Singapore from 13th to 15th September 2023. MMI Asia, the regional subsidiary of Messe Muenchen (MMG), announced the dates together with key industry stakeholders Changi Airport Group, SATS Ltd and DHL Express. This edition is the latest in the leading series of transport logistic and air cargo shows which include, India, China, Turkey, the United States and the world's largest logistics event and parent show in Munich.transport logistic and air cargo is a timely entry into the region as the transportation, logistics, and air cargo sectors faced the advent of new technologies, business models, markets and competitions. The event will address challenges that the eco-system is facing and bring together solutions for companies to evolve and meet changing customer expectations.The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and MMI Asia signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 15 November 2021, to organise the Southeast Asian edition of transport logistic and air cargo for multiple biennial editions in Singapore, starting from 2023. This par...

A measured increase, but how can system best stretch the fare dollar?

SINGAPORE - Public transport fare increases are never popular, even in the best of times. But when the country is in the throes of a pandemic which is affecting all but the wealthiest, a hike in bus and train fares becomes doubly prickly. The concession is that the Public Transport Council (PTC) has continued to display restraint by tweaking the fare formula to blunt the blow of this year's adjustment, which would have been quite severe otherwise. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Telenor Deploys 5G xHaul Transport Network with Cisco and NEC to Connect More People and Businesses in Norway and Denmark

TOKYO and SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct 21, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) and Cisco today announced they have been selected by Telenor to deploy 5G xHaul transport networks in Norway and Denmark.In April this year, NEC and Cisco entered a Global System Integrator Agreement (GSIA)(1) to expand their partnership for accelerating the deployment of innovative 5G IP transport network solutions worldwide. This project is a flagship initiative in which the two companies take full advantage of the GSIA and collaborate to deliver state-of-the-art networks to the customer.NEC and Telenor have a well-established history of working together, and this project is an extension of a global frame agreement(2) signed in 2016 for Telenor's 4G IP / Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) network in Scandinavia, to deliver next-generation networks to the operator.For this specific project, Cisco will supply its NCS 540 series as the cell site router and NEC will provide value added services built on its expertise both in the IT and network domain to implement an architecture that enables flexible and highly scalable end-to-end IP/MPLS networks with bandwidth that can suppo...

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NEC and Netcracker Launch 5G xHaul Transport Network Automation Solution Working with ADVA and Juniper Networks

TOKYO and HAMBURG, Sep 30, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) and its subsidiary Netcracker have today announced an integrated multi-vendor solution that includes ADVA and Juniper Networks for packet optical automation, combining their respective best-in-class technologies in support of streamlined 5G transport. With this solution, ADVA delivers secure optical connectivity and Juniper provides automated IP WAN transport solutions, while Netcracker brings unified end-to-end multi-domain service orchestration and automation expertise. This solution is designed and developed as part of NEC's xHaul Transformation Services as the foundation of an open ecosystem architecture that enables customers to have choice and flexibility, including delivery of service integration and professional services.Driven by digital transformation, device and application proliferation and key industry trends such as 5G and cloud, new traffic patterns are shaping the need for radically different network architectures to handle the capacity and demand for excellent user experiences. Converged IP and optical solutions such as this, underpinned by automation, give service prov...

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Ni Hsin Signs MoU with Tailg for Electric Vehicles Collaboration

KUALA LUMPUR, Sep 17, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Ni Hsin EV Tech Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Main Market-listed Ni Hsin Group Berhad (formerly known as Ni Hsin Resources Berhad) ("Ni Hsin"), today entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Dongguan Tailing Motor Vehicle Co., Ltd. ("TAILG") with the intention to collaborate and explore opportunities in the study, research, development, assembly and distribution of customised Electric Vehicles ("EV") for commercial purposes in Malaysia and the ASEAN region ("the Proposal").EV BikeEstablished in 2004, TAILG is one of the top three manufacturers of electric two-wheelers in China with a presence in over 75 countries and a research and development arm that has come up with over 420 patents relating to high performance EV, extended efficiency and cloud services.TAILG has won numerous awards including National High-Tech Enterprise and National Quality Training Base, and delivered EV models to China Telekom, Baidu Takeaway as well as Proctor & Gamble, amongst others. Environmental, social and governance ("ESG") is a strong focus of TAILG's operations, and the company is also a partner of the "United Nations...

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620 electric vehicle chargers to be installed at public carparks in the next 12 months

SINGAPORE - More than 600 electric vehicle (EV) chargers will be installed at some 200 public carparks in HDB estates, industrial estates and the Central Business District over the next 12 months. The first of these chargers are expected to be installed by the end of this year. By the third quarter of next year, there will be 210 charging points in the central region, 50 in the north, 100 in the north-east, 120 in the east and 140 in the west. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and the Land Transport Authority (LTA) said on Friday (Sept 3) that a consortium comprising ComfortDelGro Engineering and Engie South East Asia has been awarded a tender to set up EV charging points in selected carparks in the central, east and west regions. Another consortium comprising Primech A&P, Charge+, Sunseap Group and Oyika has been awarded a tender to install the charging infrastructure in carparks in the north and north-east regions. The tenders, which form a pilot tender put out in November last year, are the first steps towards a national target of 40,000 charging points in public carparks by 2030. URA and LTA said they wanted to ensure that the pilot tender for the charging points was awar...

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Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Receives Approval in Principle from Classification Society for LCO2 Carrier Cargo Tank from France’s Bureau Veritas

TOKYO, Sep 2, 2021 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has been granted Approval in Principle (AIP)(1) from the French Classification Society Bureau Veritas (BV) for a cargo tank system to be mounted in a liquefied CO2 (LCO2) carrier.MHI Group is pursuing a range of strategic measures to strengthen businesses related to energy transition, and establishing a CO2 ecosystem is a key part of that effort. Further, carbon dioxide capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) is attracting attention worldwide as an effective means to achieve decarbonization. LCO2 carriers play a pivotal role in transporting CO2 from its emission sources to storage sites or facilities for utilization, and demand for these vessels is expected to increase in the future. Mitsubishi Shipbuilding is responding to this demand by actively pursuing development and commercialization of LCO2 carriers.LCO2 carriers transport liquefied CO2 gas as a liquid in a low temperature, high pressure state. Accordingly, independent Type C tanks as defined by the IGC Code(2) are typically used for the cargo tank system. A structural design based on standards...

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Bussr Joins BMW Foundation and MIT Global Sustainability Initiative

SINGAPORE, Jun 26, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Singapore-based transport disruptor Bussr is joining the BMW Foundation and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to participate in their global mobility and sustainability initiatives. The initiative will kick start with a global workshop panel of cross-sectoral leaders on June 23.The global workshop will "Explore how digital and socio-ecological transformations will change the ways in which humans interact with civic and social mobility, within the existing infrastructure as well as within entirely new infrastructure systems."Uniquely qualified to present new ideas and perspectives on the topic of mobility, Bussr is one of the world's leading innovators in the global transit and ground passenger transportation market, which will reach US$908.8 billion by 2027.Bussr is a world-leading AI-based mobility company that offers advanced technology for cities' public transportation, private transport operators, corporates, and schools. Bussr uses advanced AI algorithms for elegant booking, payments, analytics, and operations to facilitate mobility to millions of people.With the confident aim of changing the way the world ...

Start-up that is driving towards fewer cars

(BLOOMBERG) - The idea is simple: A transport service that's so good, you'll never need a car again. It is what Finnish start-up MaaS Global Oy has been working towards since 2015. It has developed a mobile app, Whim, that's already being used in several European cities and in Tokyo. In the capital of Finland, 12 per cent of users already say it has prompted them to give up their cars, with as many again saying they plan to. MaaS Global, whose investors include BP, Mitsubishi Corp and Toyota Financial Services, says its app can fix urban congestion and reduce pollution. That's as research shows that living in an environment with cleaner air contributes measurably to happiness and well-being. Finland, where the service pioneered, happens to have the best air quality in the world. Coincidentally, it is also ranked the world's happiest country. MaaS Global chief executive officer Sampo Hietanen says creating a world in which it is more convenient not to have your own car is an obvious way to cut carbon emissions in the transport sector. In the United States alone, transport accounts for almost 30 per cent of total greenhouse gas emissions, more than any other industry. "Realistically,...