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ROMOSS WMS10 Magnetic Wireless Charger: The Go-To Charging Solution

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — With the blessing of mobile electronic equipment, people are no longer restricted by complex environments and can become local anytime and anywhere, enjoying delicious food and beautiful scenery freely. How to continue to enjoy portability has become a big problem when going out: a small power bank cannot be charged many times, a large-capacity power bank is not light enough, you bring a power bank but forget to bring the cable, and so many other issues.

ROMOSS WMS10 portable power bank solution with a capacity of 10,000 mAh that combines magnetic wireless charging and built-in fast charging functions, is awesome equipment for users to travel with ease.

Hit the New York Times Big Screen

Catering to the Fashion Trend

The ROMOSS WMS10 power bank broke through the industry with its good looks and quickly appeared on the big screen in New York Times Square, triggering a buying craze among fashion wear groups, technology enthusiast groups, and Generation Z consumers.

Christmas is coming to town! As the most special time at the end of 2023, it’s significant to take the opportunity to express your love! Everyone hopes to receive their beloved gifts at Christmas or wants to give a thoughtful gift to their relatives or friends. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or a technology enthusiast, the colorful ROMOSS WMS10 with integrated cables and strong suction is the best Christmas gift option. Besides, the biggest Christmas discount of the year is a charm too!

Small Size, Large Capacity

Your Go-To Charging Solution

ROMOSS WMS10 power bank features the four core functions of small size, large capacity, wireless magnetic fast charging and built-in wired upgraded type-C ports.

The size of the WMS10 power bank is as small as a card, while is full of energy. With a capacity of 10,000 mAh, It can provide 2-3 recharge guarantees for conventional mobile phones from 0 to full power, ensuring that after a day of travel, the mobile phone is still fully charged. At the same time, ROMOSS increases the charging speed to 15W, easily helps you get rid of a low battery. Even more, ROMOSS WMS10 integrates a type-C port, making it more compatible with your mixed family, Android and iPhone Smartphones.

If you’re looking for a power supply system that is light and stylish, you might want to check out the ROMOSS portable power bank. The ROMOSS WMS10 portable power bank is available on the ROMOSS Amazon online shop, click the link to get it: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CMGXXW8T?th=1

Specifications

Product Name

ROMOSS WMS10 Power Bank

Battery Type

Rechargeable Lithium battery

Capacity

10000mAh (5V/3A)

Input

5V-.2A or9V-.2A(Lightning1)

5V–.3Aor9V-.2A(Lightning)

5V-3Aor9V–2A(Type-C)

Output

5V-3Aor9V-2.22A or12V-1.67A(Lightning)

5V-3Aor9V-2.22Aor12V-1.67A(Type-C)

Total:()+=15W(MAX) Wireless:15W(MAX)

Size

~L104x W67xH20.5mm

Weight

225g

About ROMOSS

ROMOSS Technology Co., Ltd. is a company that specializes in energy techs and consumer electronics, such as power banks, outdoor power systems, data cables, power adapters, car chargers, and power strips. ROMOSS was established in Shenzhen to deliver outstanding charging experiences globally while ensuring the highest quality standards in the industry. ROMOSS has developed a range of products, including the power bank, power station, charger, and charging cable, which contains the ULTRA, the MAGNETIC, the LINE, the SENSE, the X explore, the S speed, the NEO, and the CYCLES, to cater to the diverse needs of its users over the past decade.

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ROMOSS PR

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Infinix Smashed Q3 2023 Targets with Largest YoY Increase in Global Smartphone Shipments

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SHANGHAI, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Infinix, a leading brand in smart technology, proudly announces its remarkable growth in Q3 2023. According to IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, Infinix has now claimed a spot among the top 10 global smartphone brands by shipments. The report indicates that Infinix achieved the largest year-on-year increase in units among global smartphone brands, with an achievement of 4.2 million units. This translates to a growth of 74.8% when comparing Q3 to the same quarter of last year. This impressive growth underscores Infinix’s commitment to democratizing cutting-edge technology for a wider audience.

"We prioritize the needs of today’s youth by tailoring our smart devices to their preferences. Fusing state-of-the-art technology with a touch of style, we consistently deliver products that capture consumer hearts. Our latest offerings, including the GT 10 Pro and ZERO 30 series, have received widespread acclaim for their affordability and reliable gaming and vlogging capabilities. Furthermore, our innovative brand strategy and collaborative partnerships contribute to maintaining a youthful and appealing brand image. Our impressive growth in Q3 2023 underscores our dedication to innovation, cost-effectiveness, and customer satisfaction." – Benjamin Jiang, CEO of Infinix.

Prioritizing Gen Z

With an acute understanding of the desires of young consumers, Infinix has made its mark in over 70 global markets. The brand’s recognition stems from groundbreaking technologies, exemplified by the pioneering Ultra HD (4K/60FPS) front camera in the ZERO 30 5G and the GT 10 Pro, celebrated for its cyberpunk style and top-tier gaming performance.

Infinix’s strategic partnerships and brand awareness initiatives have propelled it into the top 10 global smartphone brands. During the Venice International Film Festival, Infinix joined forces with the Italian Pavilion for the "New Image, New Lifestyle | Cinema in the New Media, Capture Your Own Story" session, pushing the boundaries of filmmaking. This emphasized the significance of storytelling through smartphone video and the art of video blogging. Highlighting its commitment to an outstanding gaming experience, Infinix designated the GT 10 Pro as the dedicated device for the prestigious PUBG Mobile Global Championship. Collaborations with Mobile Legends, FreeFire, Sound by JBL, and others have further expanded the brand’s presence, resonating with a diverse and extensive audience.

Emerging Market Success

Infinix is excelling in emerging markets like Nigeria, Indonesia, and the Philippines and is committed to global expansion. Acknowledging the significance of venturing into developed markets as a long-term goal, the company prioritizes establishing a robust e-commerce foundation. This approach ensures a direct and cost-effective means of reaching consumers.

About Infinix:

Infinix Mobility is a rapidly emerging technology brand that designs, manufactures and markets an expanding portfolio of smart devices worldwide under the Infinix brand, which was founded in 2013. Targeting today’s youth with first in class technology, Infinix creates trendy, powerful and attainably priced smart devices that bring the latest technology on the market to users around the world at a time when they need it at a price that they want.

For more information, please visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/

Source : Infinix Smashed Q3 2023 Targets with Largest YoY Increase in Global Smartphone Shipments

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INNOTIER TEAMED UP WITH TERESA MO & JENNIFER YU TO LAUNCH A NEW FASHIONABLE COLLECTION FOR EPIDEMIC PREVENTION

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HONG KONG, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — This winter is the first winter in Hong Kong after the lifting of the mask mandate. The Department of Health expects a high chance of outbreaks of upper respiratory tract diseases, mainly seasonal influenza. Hong Kong has already experienced a summer flu outbreak since August. Monitoring data shows that the overall activity level of seasonal influenza is continuously increasing. The positive rate of influenza viruses in respiratory samples has risen to 13.28% from October 1st to 7th, exceeding the baseline level of 9.21%.

Innovative technology company INNOTIER introduced a silver-knit antibacterial and sterilizing mask in 2020 and expanded into a series of related products, successfully establishing a presence in the epidemic prevention market. Juliana Lam, the founder of INNOTIER, stated that in recent years, they have utilized their patented silver-thread weaving technology to venture into non-mask categories of products and collaborate with different entities to develop personalized products.

To further promote their forward-thinking, innovative technology products to the public, INNOTIER staged the "INNOTIER New Product Launch Event" at the JW Marriott Hotel in Hong Kong,  This time, INNOTIER collaborated with two prominent celebrities: Teresa Mo, who excels in acting, cooking, and design and often travels for work and leisure, designed a series of stylish sportswear with cutting-edge tailoring, elegant colors, comfortable fabrics, and antiviral effects. The versatile portable blanket is the highlight, providing the utmost comfort while snuggling to watch TV. Jennifer Yu has become a mother again and designed a mother-infant epidemic prevention daily necessities using neutral colors with a cute cat theme. The focus is on the multifunctional moon pillow, a great helper for new mothers. All the products are made with INNOTIER’s patented silver-knit technology fabric, eliminating 99% of the novel coronavirus and providing antibacterial, dust-mite-resistant, and hypoallergenic properties. They have received numerous international experimental certifications and awards. Moreover, the lightweight and silky texture offers exceptional comfort. Currently, the product range has expanded to travel series and even bedding, providing comprehensive protection and a sense of fashion.

INNOTIER adopts Ionic+™ antiviral technology. The main principle of Ionic+™ antiviral technology is the release of silver ions (Ag+) from Ionic+™ fibers. Charged silver ions are particularly active in humid environments, facilitating a significant release during respiration, thereby inhibiting and eliminating various bacteria and pathogens on the surface and exterior of masks. Through INNOTIER’s sustainable solution, this patented technology is woven into the fabric, endowing it with long-lasting functions such as antiviral, antibacterial, deodorizing, UPF 100+, dust mite resistance, mosquito repellency, and more.

MOMOZONE FASHON COLLECTION
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Teresa Mo happened to know INNOTIER and its unique concept and products, leading to the MOMOZONE series. She became familiar with INNOTIER through their "Silver-Knit Antibacterial Eco-friendly Reusable Mask," a borderless, ultra-thin, and highly breathable soft mask that is comfortable to wear anywhere. The mask fabric can kill 99.9% of viruses and offers antibacterial, dust mite resistance, allergy prevention, UV protection, and deodorizing properties. Additionally, it can be washed multiple times (up to 200 times) without compromising its quality, giving her the confidence to switch from disposable masks.

Design Elements: Minimalist Style, Functionality, Timelessness
The birth of the MOMOZONE Fashion Collection stems from INNOTIER’s impressive fabric functionality and commitment to sustainable development. They aimed to create a unique brand along with Teresa’s relationship with her friend Juliana, founder of Innotier. Therefore, the collection incorporates "minimalist style, functionality, and timeless design elements." It provides comfortable home wear and fashionable, functional clothing that is also good for the outdoors. Moreover, the MOMOZONE series utilizes premium-quality fabric with virus-fighting properties, complemented by a sophisticated autumn/winter color palette that caters to fashion trends. The unique and stylish cuts further highlight individual style.

Antiviral Multi-purpose Portable Blanket: Comfortable for Indoor and Outdoor Use.
The highlighted product in the collection is the antiviral multi-purpose portable blanket for both home and outdoors. It offers warmth, antibacterial properties, dust mite resistance, and allergy prevention, making it an excellent travel companion. In addition to the multi-purpose portable blanket, the series also includes masks, long-sleeved jackets, thick vests, shirts, and more, catering to busy individuals and persistent travellers.

JENNIFER YU Mother and Baby Series
The three years of the pandemic have changed the lifestyle of Jennifer Yu and her family. As a mother of two young children, she became particularly anxious when going out and always had various anti-virus products on hand. Through a charity event, Jennifer met Juliana, the founder of INNOTIER, and they immediately connected. They both wanted to develop sustainable products for the next generation, contribute to environmental protection, and provide a higher quality of life.

Adorable Cat-themed Mother and Baby Series Catering to All Needs
The JENNIFER YU Mother and Baby Series features a cat theme that adults and children love. It comes in a soft, warm, off-white color and includes items such as a baby pillow, small towel, drool bib, portable blanket, kick-proof blanket, small cat plush toys, and fabric toys. It provides mothers with a variety of products that are antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-allergenic. These items are practical, convenient, and comfortable to use, creating a clean and reassuring environment that significantly eases the anxiety caused by the pandemic.

Multifunctional Moon-shaped Pillow Provides Delicate Protection
The unique shape of the moon pillow helps mothers alleviate the gradually increasing weight of pregnancy and can even be used as a breastfeeding support pillow. This "mother and baby" cushion, made of highly breathable and soft, high-quality materials, offers protection against antiviral and antibacterial effects, inhibiting and eliminating 99% of human coronavirus 229E within 30 seconds. It also has dust mite and mosquito repellent properties and UPF+ protection, ensuring the safety and comfort of both mothers and babies. It can be used daily as a learning-to-sit pillow, learning-to-crawl pillow, and even a baby sofa, providing versatile and practical functionality.

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"Chula – Bantadthong – Sam Yan" – Foodies' Paradise A Hub of Hip Thai Street Food

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BANGKOK, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Property Management of Chulalongkorn University (PMCU) awakens the Thai soft power concept by transforming the Bantadthong – Samyan neighborhood into a Thai street food paradise combining popularity and the "it" factor in a variety of restaurants while emphasizing hygiene, quality, and taste. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, the area is believed to attract consumers, as well as Thai and foreign entrepreneurs.

Street food used to be considered unhygienic by many people who thought it might give you diarrhea. Hawker stalls clutter footpaths blocking people’s traffic, polluting the streets, and ruining the city scenery.

That image is one of the past! Today, street food in Thailand is fast gaining international popularity. It is one of the soft powers that generates billions of baht market value per year. It attracts both Thai and foreign tourists to experience excellent and diverse food so much so that Bangkok is called "The City of Street Food" or "The Street Food Capital".

Bangkok has many street food districts.  One that is trending and popular among the younger generation is Chula-Bantadthong-Samyan.

"This is another neighborhood as popular as Siam Square, maybe even more," said Associate Professor Dr. Chittisak Thammapornpilas, Vice President of Property and Physical Management and Director of PMCU, referring to the goal of developing the Bantadthong – Sam Yan neighborhood into a foodie’s paradise – a hub for a variety of delicacies including legendary Michelin Guide and trendy delicacies.

"In addition to a variety of great-tasting, hygienic food, they will also be able to experience the new Thai Street Food atmosphere with good utility systems. The restaurants are tidy, not blocking foot traffic, safe, accessible, and have convenient parking," Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak said, highlighting the highlights of the new street food district.

Streets – the Birthplace of Thai Street Food Culture

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak recalled the history of Thai street food culture that came about and thrived with the construction of new roads.

"In the past, Thai people (formerly Siamese) preferred to build their houses primarily by canals and traveled mainly by waterways.  Shopping for groceries and household goods was made from hawkers on boats until the reign of King Rama V when Western influence led to the construction of roads, with Charoen Krung, Bamrung Muang, and Fueng Nakhon roads as the first ones."

"When new streets were built, western-style shophouses started to come up alongside forming residential and commercial districts. More and more people started to build their homes facing the streets and travel on land. Then, sidewalk food stalls were born. As cities grew, residential and commercial districts expanded.  With more roads, hawker stalls grow."

Street Food – The Answers to Urban Lifestyle

Roadside food stalls may ruin the cityscape, but it also perfectly meets the needs of urban living, said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak.

First, street food offers a variety of cuisines.  Roadside food stalls resemble a food court located in an open area. Consumers can choose from a variety of foods as they prefer, including savory, sweet, snacks, and beverages.  

Second, street food answers the need for price. With free or affordable rent, roadside food stalls are the lifelines of the poor urban population and labor.

From a macroeconomic perspective, sidewalk food hawker stalls, and street food stalls are colorful cultural elements that meet the national economic needs. Kasikorn Research Center has estimated that the market value of the street food business in 2023 will reach 4.25 billion baht.

Street food, the original endowment of Bantadthong – Samyan Areas

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak discusses the efforts of many parties in the past to shape Silom Road into a pedestrian street.  There were already investments, designs, and guidelines, but the plan never came to fruition.  Another spot is Ong Ang Canal.  Various activities have been created for press coverage, but the results have not been as intended. 

"Developing an area into a "district" is not easy with many elements involved, the main one being the people who are going to use the area, the merchants and the vendors."

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak feels that the Chula-Bantadthong-Sam Yan district has a high potential with many factors that fit perfectly. First, PMCU already has a large land development project complete with zoning based on the uniqueness and clear concept — i.e. assigning the Bantadthong – Sam Yan area to be a hub of Thai Street Food.

"The Bantadthong – Samyan area already has great leverage.  It has always been known for a variety of restaurants — the ones that have been there for a long time and new ones that just moved from Little Talad Noi and Yaowarat (Chinatown) areas."

Based on such leverage, PMCU has upgraded the entire area to be a modern street food district, focusing on hygienic food preparation, tidy, clean, and modern design, while providing easy, convenient, and safe access, unlike the traditional street food image.

Apart from the advantages of existing street food entrepreneurs, Samyan-Bantadthong is also a prime location in the heart of the city with a large number of consumers, including students, office workers, and tourists who need food from breakfast to supper.

"When you come to eat at Bantadthong – Samyan, you will feel the lively atmosphere and energy of the young people, and maybe even reminisce about your teenage years, having fun and being lively."

However, despite several positive factors, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak said that for a "neighborhood" to prosper sustainably is not easy.

"It is not easy to satisfy visitors, and to accomplish this, PMCU needs to depend on team collaboration including management services of Chulalongkorn University as a whole as well."

The Charm of Thai Street Food at Chula – Bantadthong – Samyan

Chula-Bantadthong-Samyan street food is rapidly gaining popularity, in part because of the influence of social media to help generate awareness and popularity among consumers who come by because of the word-of-mouth influence of both friends and reviews from bloggers.

"Reviews from bloggers and customers are a major driver of the area’s rise to fame, quickly becoming unexpectedly more popular.  When more customers come, more restaurants open."

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak summed up the vibrant Chula-Bantadthong-Samyan street food as follows:

The restaurants have permanent locations and are hygienic. You can safely pick and choose the food you like along the sidewalk. Looking for restaurants is very convenient as tons of restaurants line the whole Bantadthong road. The neighborhood is conveniently located in the heart of the city, easy to reach by MRTBTS, or buses number 53, 67, 73 Several parking lots can accommodate a large number of vehicles. (See parking lots map click here) Chula students can use Chula free air-conditioned buses Lines 2 and 5, or hail an electric tuk-tuk via the Muvmi application.

Nowadays, Chula-Bantadthong-Samyan Thai Street Food is ever more popular. Passersby, especially in the evening and evening, will see long lines at various restaurants, and riders with their motorcycles parked on the street waiting to pick up their online orders. This has started to cause traffic congestion. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chittisak said that the PMCU is working on solving the problem and managing the space for all parties’ benefits.

Roadmap for Chula-Bantadthong-Samyan Thai Street Food

Visitors can enjoy 3 groups of tasty food:  

Legendary restaurants are traditional restaurants that have been in this area for generations — from father to son, such as Sam Yan Porridge, Jedang Restaurant, and Jewan Soy Milk.  Michelin Guides such as Gimpo Fish Porridge, Elvis Suki & Seafood, and Leng Leng Fish Balls. Trendy delicacies such as CQK Mala Hotpot, Nueng Nom Nua, Everyday Thai Tea, and Mae Duan Thai Dessert

Explore more Chula-Bantadthong-Samyan Thai Street Food, visit https://www.chula.ac.th/en/highlight/144471/

About Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University has made the world’s top 50 university list for employment outcomes, which reflects both the high employment rate and work ability of Chula graduates. The university is also listed as the best in Thailand for the 15th Consecutive Year (since 2009), according to the newly released QS World University Rankings 2024, putting Chula at 211th in the world, up from 244th last year.

Social Media:
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/school/15101896/

If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Miss Thanita Wangvanichapan at (+66) 2218 3280 or email [email protected]

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Celebrate The Year Of The Dragon With Carlton Hotel Singapore

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Celebrate The Year Of The Dragon With Carlton Hotel Singapore

SINGAPORE, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Usher in the majestic Year of the Dragon with an ensemble of lavish experiences at Carlton Hotel Singapore. The hotel is poised to mark the auspicious occasion in unparalleled style and elegance with sumptuous culinary experiences at Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant, featuring six curated set menus, exquisite takeaway offerings and 13 event spaces primed to host memorable festivities.


Celebrate The Year Of The Dragon With Carlton Hotel Singapore

The award-winning Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant at Carlton Hotel Singapore unveils an impressive selection of six meticulously curated Chinese New Year menus available from 29 January to 24 February 2024 with pricing starting from SGD 468++ for four persons. Featuring authentic Cantonese cuisine complemented by opulent delicacies, these menus offer an extravagant dining experience for a joyous celebration with families, friends and loved ones.

To elevate the celebratory experience to new heights, Wah Lok introduces a new menu, Happiness 年年有余, with price starting at SGD 1,348++ for eight persons. Two Lunar New Year Vegetarian set menus are also available at SGD 78++ per person (minimum four persons) and SGD 88++ per person.

For enquiries and reservations, please call Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant at +65 6311 8188 or email [email protected].

Indulge in the joyous festivities with the Chinese New Year buffet at Café Mosaic from 9 February to 14 February 2024, with prices starting from SGD 99++ per adult and SGD 50++ per child (6 to 12 years old). Feast on an extensive array of auspicious delicacies and international and local delights prepared by our culinary experts, including seafood on ice (Oysters, Cold Crab Legs, Tiger Prawns and Black Mussels), Braised Fish Maw Soup, Ginseng Chicken Broth, Roasted Crispy Belly Pork, Roasted Chicken and more.

Diners get to toss to good health and prosperity with a complimentary platter of Abalone Yu Sheng with Citrus sauce from 9 to 11 February 2024.

For table reservation enquiries, please contact Café Mosaic at +65 6311 8195, email [email protected] or visit https://www.carltonhotel.sg/dining/cafe-mosaic

For those seeking an impeccable venue to celebrate the auspicious occasion, Carlton Hotel offers 13 versatile event spaces tailored to accommodate various group sizes. These spaces cater to intimate family gatherings and large-scale revelries, with event packages starting from SGD 1,028++ per table for ten guests with dishes prepared by the award-winning Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant.

For more information, please contact the Catering Sales team at +65 6311 8478 or email [email protected].

To make this Chinese New Year even more special, the culinary experts at Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant have collaborated with Carlton Hotel Singapore’s pastry team to unveil a delightful assortment of Chinese New Year’s takeaway goodies. Among these delights is the debut of the Prosperity Pot (from SGD 198 nett, serves four) —a sumptuous dish brimming with meticulously prepared abalones and slow-cooked pork belly, symbolising abundance and good fortune.

Sweeten the celebrations with symbolic treats such as the Koi Fish Nian Gao (SGD 32 nett), which represents prosperity, growth, and progress. Additionally, Carlton Hotel presents its handcrafted open-faced Carlton Pineapple Tarts (SGD 39 nett) and Premium Pineapple Tarts (SGD 32 nett) —crafted in the size of a golf ball—for an extra touch of luck, prosperity and happiness.

For order and delivery enquiries, please contact the festive desk at +65 6349 1292, email [email protected] or visit https://celebrations.carltonhotel.sg/.

Lunar New Year Promotion for Citibank, DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB and Trust Bank card members

10% off All Lunar New Year Goodies from 5 January to 9 February 2024. 20% off Lunar New Year Buffet dining at Café Mosaic with reservations and full payment made by 2 February 2024.

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Focused on COP28 and Green Practice, NaaS Technology "Takes Actions" for Achieving Carbon Neutrality in Transport Energy Sector

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — "The era of global warming has ended, and the era of global boiling has arrived." In July 2023, the UN Secretary-General Guterres sounded a new cautionary note of global warming.

Against the backdrop of escalating climate crisis, the 28th Conference of the Parties (hereinafter referred to as COP28) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was rounded off in Dubai, UAE. NewLink and its affiliate NaaS (NASDAQ: NAAS), the first U.S. listed EV charging service company in China, attended the conference for the third time representing China’s digital energy enterprises. Zhai Yubo, General Manager of NaaS Carbon Neutrality Business, made China’s voice of seeking "zero-carbon" and green future heard in the world, from dimensions of response to global climate change, innovative new energy technology and solution and green action.

01 Team up in quest for sustainable future with "green nature"

In terms of green and low-carbon sustainability promotion, NaaS remains an "activist" all along. With presence found in a host of COP28 sessions, including business dialog on "Sustainable Development Strategy for Enterprises under Carbon Neutrality" and pavilions of "Synergy of Pollution and Carbon Reduction" and "Digital Industry and AI from Perspective of Low Carbon", it jointly held a top-level forum of "Opportunity and Practical Experience on China’s Market in the Wave of New Energy" with China Association for NGO Cooperation (CANGO) and 21st Century Business Herald at China Pavilion, Blue Zone, COP28. Sharing practical experience of green and low-carbon development of transport energy, it aimed to play a greater role in achieving carbon neutrality in transport energy.

In response to climate change, action speaks louder than words. Joining COP28, NaaS pooled together powers and wits of industry organizations and companies, and delivered achievements of carbon inclusion-based public engagement in carbon emissions reduction. As a highlight of the COP28, NaaS published 2023 Whitepaper on China’s Carbon Inclusion Development (hereinafter referred to as the Whitepaper). Collectively drafted by 10 organizations, including NaaS, China Carbon Neutrality Forum, Chengdu "Tan Hui Tian Fu" Green Public Welfare Platform, Wuhan "Wutanjianghu" Platform, SGS, Alibaba Cloud, etc., the Whitepaper incorporates a list of well-defined carbon inclusion principles, methods, platform mechanisms, and transaction patterns, penetrating analysis on public low-carbon acts, and a collection of typical practice cases of enterprise-community integration. It provides China’s practice and reflection of promoting carbon inclusion application.

For strengthening international carbon inclusion cooperation, NaaS jointly launched the "Initiative on the Sustainability of Enterprise-Community Integration in the Middle East" with CANGO. Taking advantage of their own practices and strengths as a Chinese firm and NGO respectively, the parties took aim at diffusing carbon inclusion in the Middle East and realizing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Initiative garnered the concern and support of Shereen Zorba, Head of the Secretariat of the UN "Science-Policy-Business Forum on the Environment" (UN-SPBF) and Rashid Deloh, Senior Advisor to Dubai Chamber.

During the COP28, about 100 countries pledged to triple renewable energy capacity worldwide by 2030. In such context, Green Finance Forum of 60 (GF60) and Climate Works Foundation (CWF) co-organized the pavilion of "Triple Renewable Energy", where NewLink, on behalf of Chinese enterprises, engaged in exhaustive discussion on the background, actions and methods for fulfillment of the commitment.

During the "Digital Industry and AI from Perspective of Low Carbon" co-organized by NaaS and Alibaba Group at China Pavilion, Xu Qinghua, Head of National Center for Climate Change Strategy and International Cooperation (NCSC), Erik Solheim, Co-Chairman of Europe-Asia Center & President of BRI International Green Development Coalition (BRIGC), and Nebojsa Nakicenovic, Deputy Director-General of Group of Chief Scientific Advisors to the European Commission, and delegates of enterprises and research institutions such as Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group, Alibaba-NTU Singapore Joint Research Institute (JRI), and Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Incubation (AI³) Institute of Fudan University, deliberated on use of digitization and AI in innovative practice of curtailing carbon emissions.

At the China Innovation Centre at Dubai Chambers, NaaS also showcased a wide selection of innovative products and industry solutions, including self-developed charging robot, NaaS AC Wallbox certified by TÜV Rheinland, high-power supercharger, integrated PV-storage-charging solution, smart energy storage solution, and energy management system. Navigating a zero-carbon path in transport energy sector, it serves 20% of new energy assets worldwide.

02 Write a new chapter of "green development" in transport energy sector through innovation 

In recent years, frequent extreme weather, biodiversity loss and worsening desertification have posed severe challenges to ecological environment, thus bringing environmental governance to the fore. In 2023, global temperature hit a 100,000-year high. The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) projects a rise in global temperature by 2.5℃~2.9℃, and the likelihood for limiting temperature rise below 1.5℃ is merely 14%. According to the Auto Environmental Guide 2023 – A Comparative Analysis of Global Automakers’ Decarbonization: Recent Actions and Future Plans, carbon emissions from road transport represented 17.9% in the world’s total in 2022, hence becoming one of the greatest contributors to GHG emissions.

With solid progress made in achieving "carbon peaking and carbon neutrality", carbon neutrality has become the biggest common denominator of international cooperation. Inside or outside the COP28 venue, countries, enterprises, authorities and NGOs engaged in communication, cooperation, sharing and symbiosis revolving around carbon neutrality.

On the ground of the two-wheel drive solution of "reducing carbon emissions from fossil energy in stock and replacing conventional energy with new energy" unveiled in last years’ United Nations Climate Change Conference, NaaS made all its outcomes of innovative practice of seeking carbon neutrality in transport energy sector in recent one year on display during the COP28.

In order to solve problems of high energy consumption, high emission and inconsistency between supply and demand in the energy industry, NaaS, leveraging energy supply and demand statistics and digital capabilities, set up a smart "energy brain". Through integration of cutting-edge technologies of sensing, perception, forecast, decision, foundation model, and trusted artificial intelligence, the project makes well-conceived optimization of operation, transaction and macro-regulation in the energy industry, and empowers smart construction and investment, smart operation & maintenance, smart deployment, smart operation, and distributed energy transaction in the transport energy system with life-cycle digital services. As a solution of synergy co-control of pollution and emissions reduction in the energy industry, it provides robust support for win-win cooperation in racking up environmental, climatic and economic benefits.  

As one of important use cases, NaaS, in collaboration with Anhui Province Energy Co., Ltd. (Wenergy), established EPORT, a compound of refueling, hydrogen supply, charging and battery swapping. It is specially designed to meet daily energy supply demand of 2,000 ICE vehicles, 80 hydrogen buses and 576 vehicles in need of charging and 300 vehicles in need of battery swapping. Compared with conventional gas stations, the project cuts roughly 16,647 tons of carbon dioxide annually, equivalent to 6,658 tons of standard coal and annual CO2 emissions of 7,230 ICE vehicles. Winning the bid for Zhejiang Anji Green Low-carbon Integrated Energy Supply Project, NaaS vows to set a world-leading model of "integrated PV-storage-charging-swapping" for heavy-duty trucks. With photovoltaic power generation, energy storage, charging and battery swapping put into intelligent and integrated use, the project gives an impetus to green and low-carbon transformation of the transport energy sector. Upon completion, the project is expected to generate 4.328 million kWh of electricity annually, saving 1,358.9 tons of standard coal and reducing carbon emissions by about 3,580.5 tons per year.

03 Practice ESG philosophy and visualize "green future" through cooperation 

In 2023, NaaS has stepped up communication and cooperation with international organizations, as an act of cementing its status as "green connector" in transport energy sector. In May and November, the company inked an MOU with Dubai Chambers and China Innovation Centre at Dubai Chambers respectively, and as one of their first strategic partners, assisted in fueling UAE’s renewable energy and green industries. NaaS successively got initiated into Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). As China’s first new energy charging service provider joining the SBTi, it made a pledge on backing the Ten Principles of the UNGC and scooped the award of "Partnership for Early Awareness of Sustainability Disclosure Today" from International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), as a token of international recognition of its sustainability practice.

Taking green actions, NaaS, with its technology and service innovation, provides a stream of remedies for facilitating installation of green transport infrastructure, including the first self-developed charging robot, "integrated PV-storage-charging-battery swapping" model project, expressway-based new energy service network, and rural charging network. As of September 30, 2023, NaaS connected 73,000 charging stations and 767,000 chargers. In Q3 2023, the charging volume of NaaS reached 1.383 billion kWh, representing 21.8% of the public charging volume in China.

Besides, NaaS upholds environmental, social & governance (ESG) in its development philosophy. With green sources, stations and uses, the company enables green and low-carbon operation in all sectors of charging service, while setting goals of achieving carbon neutrality in operation through 100% use of renewable energy by 2028 and of recycling 100% of waste by 2030.

By setting well-defined ESG goals, and joining international organizations, NaaS achieve remarkable progress in slashing carbon emissions. In H1 2023, NaaS chopped 1.463 million tons of carbon emissions, a 109% YoY growth and in 2022, NewLink’s cuts in carbon emissions surged 108% from a year earlier to 2.159 million tons. With continuous effort in promoting use of green energy in transport and further exploring the path of carbon emissions reduction, they serve to ensure stability and efficiency of global transport energy network and fulfill the vision "Empower the World with Green Energy".

The UNFCCC COP meets every year, unless the Parties decide otherwise. The first COP meeting was held in Berlin, Germany in 1995. The Paris Agreement adopted at the COP21 in 2015 marks a milestone in the course of global climate governance. It’s aimed at holding the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2℃ in this century and pursuing efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5℃ above pre-industrial levels in this century.

Ensuring continuation and intensification of the theme "Unite Act Deliver", COP28 tracked the Paris Agreement implementation with a decision on the world’s first "global stocktake", thus hogging the limelight in the world. With more than 70,000 attendees, including heads of states or prime ministers, negotiators, activists, and entrepreneurs from 167 countries, COP28 is officially the largest ever UN climate summit.

Media Contact: Sabrina Wang, [email protected]

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Energy crisis in Europe appears to be over, but problems remain

Energy crisis in Europe appears to be over, but problems remain

Europe has managed to survive the most acute phase of the energy crisis, but the future is still very uncertain.

  • For approximately 500 days (in 2021–2023), Europe was gripped by an unprecedented energy crisis that was characterised by record-high prices—especially for natural gas.
  • Supply issues induced by the changing geopolitical landscape have been the central cause of the crisis.
  • After reaching an extraordinarily high level of €311 per MWh in the summer of 2022, natural gas prices have dropped by more than 80% by winter 2023, but they still remain more than two times higher than their long-term historical average.
  • Europe has managed to withstand the most acute phase of the crisis but at a rather large cost.
  • Overall, Europe has adapted and managed to accumulate substantial natural gas inventories, but the situation remains fragile and prices volatile.
  • Although the probability of an energy crisis returning this winter is relatively low, such possibility still remains.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire 20 December 2023 – While there are many aspects of the energy crisis in Europe within several markets, including crude oil, coal, electricity, and emission allowances, as well as within several domains, such as EU energy policies and regulation, diplomacy and international relations, this article will focus exclusively on the natural gas market, because it is here where the energy crisis has been most pronounced.

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Europe faced an unprecedented energy crisis for around seventeen months (from September 2021 to February 2023), as coal, natural gas, and electricity prices surged to all-time highs. Governments across the continent rushed in to introduce energy-saving measures and implement conservation policies, while households and businesses had to cut consumption rapidly.

Moreover, the conflict in Ukraine has disrupted energy supplies as the European Union (EU) has prohibited the maritime transport of Russian crude oil and has set a target for the bloc to phase out imports from Russia by 2027. Furthermore, three of the four lines of the Nord Stream pipeline were damaged by unknown explosions, limiting Europe’s supply options. Either way, importing cheap pipeline gas from Russia no longer seems like a viable option for Europe as relations between the two actors remain strained.

Now, as 2023 draws to a close, can we confidently conclude that the energy crisis in Europe is over? How prepared is Europe to cope with the upcoming winter? What are the risks and challenges that lie ahead?

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Kar Yong Ang, Octa analyst, has succinctly summarised the context: ‘Europe’s energy crisis was long in the making. As the global economy recovered from the recession caused by COVID-19, the demand for LNG [liquified natural gas] surged in the summer of 2021. However, the supply could not immediately cope with the rising demand, so prices across the globe went up. Higher prices, coupled with LNG supply constraints and sluggish European production, prevented the European states from restocking natural gas to adequate levels before the winter. Another shock came in December 2021, when gas flows from Russia along the Yamal Europe route dropped sharply—ostensibly due to maintenance. Then, as you know, the armed conflict in Ukraine broke out, taking the whole continent to a totally different reality and sending energy costs to the stratosphere.’

The energy crisis’s most acute phase occurred in the summer of 2022. One only needs to look at the evolution of Europe’s benchmark natural gas price (TTF) to assess the scale of the emergency (see the chart above). On 25 August 2022, TTF price reached €311 per megawatt-hour (MWh), the highest level ever recorded. On that specific day, the price was 44% above the previous maximum reached on March 7, 2022, and was a staggering 18 times higher than the three-year average price recorded over 2019-2021. Despite Europe’s gas storage sites being 78% full in August 2022, supply worries were rife as imports from Russia dropped by around 60%, forcing Europe to rely extensively on liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports—especially from the United States. However, the aggregate supply of LNG in the global market at that time was reduced as one of the U.S. LNG export plants—Freeport LNG—had to go offline due to an explosion incident. Thus, to secure an adequate number of LNG cargoes, Europe had to outbid other customers in South and East Asia by agreeing to pay higher prices to suppliers.
A lot has changed since last summer. Europe has adopted and managed to reduce demand, find new suppliers and build natural gas stocks to comfortable levels. The European gas prices have returned to normality but remain above the level observed before the crisis. On Monday, 6 December, the front-month futures contract for delivery in January at TTF settled at €39.25 per MWh, 87% below the peak observed in August 2022 but still some two times above the historical average seen in 2019-2021. Kar Yong Ang, Octa analyst singles out several reasons for normalisation:

‘Although natural gas prices in Europe remain higher than they were before the crisis, the situation has improved dramatically. Indeed, the contrast with 2022 looks quite impressive. There are several reasons for this. First, there was a structural loss of demand partly due to reduced economic activity and partly due to conservation policies. Second, imports of pipeline gas from Norway have increased, as well as LNG imports from the United States and other countries. On top of it, there was a bit of luck as well, as weather conditions allowed the Europeans to build the stocks faster than normal.’

Indeed, probably the most painful yet effective adjustment that Europe had to endure was the loss of demand. According to Eurostat, total gas use in the EU’s top 6 consuming countries—Germany, Italy, France, Netherlands, Spain, and Poland—was down by 17% in the first ten months of 2023 compared with the five-year average for 2017-2021. Obviously, energy-intensive industries such as chemicals and steel production had to bear the brunt of adjustment. For example, according to Statistisches Bundesamt, Germany’s energy-intensive manufacturing production has decreased by about 20% since the start of 2022 and has not shown any signs of recovery yet.

At the same time, however, as consumption went down, so did local supply. According to Eurostat, total indigenous production in the EU’s top 6 gas-producing countries—Germany, Italy, Hungary, Netherlands, Poland, and Romania—was down by 41% in the first ten months of 2023 compared with the five-year average for 2017-2021. The key reason for the continuing drop in production in Europe is the gradual phasing out of the Groningen natural gas field, Europe’s largest one, where a series of earthquakes led the government to shut down production.

Thus, Europe had to rely on imports more and more to balance its natural gas market. Russia has long been the main supplier of affordable pipeline gas into Europe, but geopolitical tensions, sanctions, and explosions of the Nord Stream pipeline have brought the flows to a minimum. According to Eurostat, Russia exported just 22.3 billion cubic metres of natural gas into Europe in the first nine months of 2023, which is 57% lower than during the same period in 2022 and 65% lower than during the same period in 2021. Concurrently, imports of LNG from the United States reached 30.01 billion cubic metres during the first nine months of the year, up a whopping 185% from the same period in 2021.

Another factor that helped Europe fill the supply gap and live through the volatile months of 2022 was pure luck. Indeed, the unusually warm winter in 2022–2023 lowered the heating demand and allowed the European states to start building stocks earlier than usual. This year’s weather conditions have also been quite favourable. Windy and wet weather increased electricity generation from renewable sources, while mild temperatures in November have delayed the onset of winter heating.

‘Overall, Europe has managed to bring its natural gas inventories to a rather comfortable level and is now well-protected to withstand future supply shocks,’ says Kar Yong Ang, Octa analyst. Indeed, according to the latest data from Gas Infrastructure Europe, gas storage levels are at record highs for this time of the year at around 94% full, said Octa analyst, adding that the general bias for TTF price remains bearish. ‘I would not be surprised to see European natural gas prices drop to €30 per MWh in case of a normal winter. Alternatively, if this upcoming winter turns out to be colder than normal, we might see TTF temporarily hitting €60 per MWh.’

However, Kar Yong Ang says that different kinds of challenges and risks lie ahead for Europe. ‘Some European states have secured a number of long-term import deals with major LNG producers, which, on the face of it, is a good thing. But, it appears that Europe is placing too much faith in LNG. It’s betting too much on a single supply source, which may backfire in the long run. If Europe is to permanently replace relatively cheap pipeline imports from Russia with relatively expensive LNG imports, then, I am afraid, economic activity in its traditional industries may never recover to the pre-crisis levels, and in fact, deindustrialisation may kick in full force.’

Indeed, Europe’s top competitors—the United States and China—benefit from lower prices. The United States has ample resources at home, while China is getting cheap imports from Russia. Europe risks losing its competitive standing in the global marketplace. Furthermore, as we explained at the beginning of the article, the temporary shutdown of a single LNG export plant in the U.S. has already highlighted how strongly European energy security is now connected with the intricacies of the global LNG market. ‘All 27 member states of the EU have been net importers of energy since 2013, and this status is unlikely to change in the foreseeable future. With supply options more limited than in the past, European consumers will have to get used to more volatile natural gas prices, as they will increasingly be determined by the whims of the weather and by the bargaining power of other LNG importers in Asia,’ says Kar Yong Ang, Octa analyst.

Europe has survived the energy crisis and managed to adapt but has done so at the cost of lower demand and reduced economic activity. Now, Europe will have to learn to navigate the global LNG trade successfully to secure the most favourable deals.

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Hitachi Solutions Recognized as Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific Microsoft Business Applications Implementation Services Vendor Assessment 2023-2024

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Hitachi Solutions has been previously named as a Leader in the 2021 IDC MarketScape for Asia/Pacific Microsoft Dynamics 365 Implementation Services

SINGAPORE, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Hitachi Solutions Asia Pacific, leading provider of industry solutions based on Microsoft platform, is delighted to announce its position in the Leaders Category on the  IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific Microsoft Business Applications Implementation Services 2023-2024 Vendor Assessment (doc #AP50165723e, November 2023).

Hitachi Solutions was recognized for the following strengths – strong coverage in Asia Pacific, ROI business case tools, midmarket and large enterprise focus and customer feedback.

"As innovators in the field of AI and cloud integration, we are proud to be named as a Leader in this space," said Toshimasa Watanabe, President of Hitachi Solutions Asia Pacific. "We feel this validates our commitment to build modernized business solutions that empower our customers while continuing our mission to drive digital transformation on a global scale."

According to the report, "Hitachi Solutions hinges its differentiation in the Microsoft Business Applications services vendor ecosystem on its deep product expertise achieved from 20 years of experience as a specialized Microsoft partner."

"Over the course of two decades, Hitachi Solutions has cultivated a solid understanding of Microsoft’s product portfolio and fostered an exhaustive collection of industry-specific solutions built with Microsoft Business Application solutions to expedite time-to-market for their customers. Furthermore, Hitachi Solutions’ extensive delivery reach in the Asia Pacific region and its adeptness in system integration position them as an ideal partner for maximizing value from an enterprise’s Microsoft investments." Rijo George Thomas, Research Manager, IDC Asia Pacific, IT and Business Services research

The report notes, "Hitachi Solutions is a good fit for enterprises in Asia/Pacific looking for an implementation partner with strong delivery capabilities in the region, solid Microsoft Dynamics 365 product expertise, and experience in complex SI attached to new implementations. Clients in the manufacturing, services, and financial services sectors will find the industry-ready solutions from Hitachi Solutions a value-add to accelerate time to market from Microsoft investments."

For more information about Hitachi Solutions Asia Pacific’s offerings, contact us here.

About IDC MarketScape
IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of ICT (information and communications technology) suppliers in a given market. The research methodology utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each vendor’s position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success factors of IT and telecommunications vendors can be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective vendors.

About Hitachi Solutions, Ltd.
Hitachi Solutions, Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a core member of the Information and Telecommunication Systems business of Hitachi Group and a recognized leader in delivering proven business and IT strategies and solutions to companies across many industries. The company provides value-driven services throughout the IT life cycle from systems planning to systems integration, operation, and maintenance. Hitachi Solutions delivers products and services of superior value to customers worldwide through key subsidiaries in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, India, and Asia Pacific. For more information on Hitachi Solutions, please visit: https://global.hitachi-solutions.com.

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