Micro-Star International

Tilray Brands, Owner of 5ᵗʰ Largest U.S. Craft Beer Business, Selects MicroStar Logistics as Long-Term Keg Supply Chain Partner

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Acquisition, TLRY, TSX, Growth, Beer, Travel, Micro-Star International, Partnership

DENVER, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Having recently solidified its leadership position in the US beer market with the acquisition of eight additional iconic craft brands, Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray Brands” or “Tilray”) (Nasdaq | TSX: TLRY) will consolidate and simplify its keg supply chain by converting to MicroStar’s complete outsourced keg management solution.

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DENVER, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Having recently solidified its leadership position in the US beer market with the acquisition of eight additional iconic craft brands, Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray Brands” or “Tilray”) (Nasdaq | TSX: TLRY) will consolidate and simplify its keg supply chain by converting to MicroStar’s complete outsourced keg management solution.
This move will support Tilray’s strategy to grow efficiently, sustainably, and with the highest quality across its expanding national footprint.
“Because MicroStar’s dense network of shareable kegs significantly reduces the distance empty kegs travel, we are able to drive both economic and sustainability benefits compared to the traditional owned keg model.
Combined with MicroStar’s operating partnership philosophy, it became an easy decision to establish MicroStar as the backbone of our keg logistics operations.”

Taiwan Employment Gold Card: Why Taiwan is a great choice for digital professionals

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

"We have always been actively assisting international talents in obtaining the Taiwan Gold Card to work or start businesses in Taiwan," said Betty Hu, the Deputy Director General of Administration for Digital Industries, Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs (moda).

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"We have always been actively assisting international talents in obtaining the Taiwan Gold Card to work or start businesses in Taiwan," said Betty Hu, the Deputy Director General of Administration for Digital Industries, Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs (moda).
"In Taiwan, professionals in digital industries can immerse themselves in an established high-tech industry to accelerate their career development; and they can also stimulate local tech companies and communities , encouraging them to build connections with global professionals regularly."
To recruit international digital talents and accelerate the progress of domestic, industrial, and social digital transformation, the moda then formulated and promulgated the Gold Card in Digital field on May 2023.
Holders of the Taiwan Employment Gold Card can enter and exit Taiwan at will and work remotely from any city around the world, offering greater flexibility.

Taiwan Employment Gold Card: Why Taiwan is a great choice for digital professionals

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

"We have always been actively assisting international talents in obtaining the Taiwan Gold Card to work or start businesses in Taiwan," said Betty Hu, the Deputy Director General of Administration for Digital Industries, Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs (moda).

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"We have always been actively assisting international talents in obtaining the Taiwan Gold Card to work or start businesses in Taiwan," said Betty Hu, the Deputy Director General of Administration for Digital Industries, Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs (moda).
In 2022, Taiwan established the Ministry of Digital Affairs and invited world-renowned tech expert Audrey Tang as Minister to directly participate in government decision-making.
To recruit international digital talents and accelerate the progress of domestic, industrial, and social digital transformation, the moda then formulated and promulgated the Gold Card in Digital field on May 2023.
Holders of the Taiwan Employment Gold Card can enter and exit Taiwan at will and work remotely from any city around the world, offering greater flexibility.

Taiwan Excellence Pavillion Fosters Connections in ASEAN and Beyond Through Successful Debut at AT X SG

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Friday, June 30, 2023

These attributes of Taiwan Excellence were on full display at the Asia Tech x Singapore (AT x SG) event from 6 to 9 June.

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These attributes of Taiwan Excellence were on full display at the Asia Tech x Singapore (AT x SG) event from 6 to 9 June.
Ms Wu Yiling, Director of Taiwan Trade Centre Singapore, said, "We are delighted to make a successful debut at this landmark event.
Singapore is an important trade partner of Taiwan, and we have a close and long established bilateral relationship.
More information about the products displayed at the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion can be found here.

MicroStar Logistics Expands Network of Keg and Pallet Quality Centers With New Tucson, Arizona Facility

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Friday, July 21, 2023

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TUCSON, Ariz., July 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MicroStar Logistics has expanded its investments in quality services for the beer industry with a commitment to build a new Keg and Pallet Quality Services Center in Tucson, Arizona.

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TUCSON, Ariz., July 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MicroStar Logistics has expanded its investments in quality services for the beer industry with a commitment to build a new Keg and Pallet Quality Services Center in Tucson, Arizona.
MicroStar also operates a network of other facilities across the country enabling the company to efficiently repair and maintain its fleet of over 6 million kegs.
“This state-of-the-art facility further supports the beer industry’s commitment to quality," said Glen Opp, MicroStar’s Chief Operating Officer and President of MicroStar’s Network Services Division.
“This advanced facility furthers Southern Arizona’s reputation as a premier logistics destination, while adding hundreds of jobs to the region.”

BrewDog Selects MicroStar Logistics as Long-Term Global Steel Keg Supply Chain Partner; Unlocks Sustainability, Efficiency and Quality Benefits

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

PLUS, Entrepreneurship, BrewDog, Partnership, Micro-Star International, Beer

LONDON, June 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To support BrewDog’s mission to get their beers into as many people’s hands as possible, as sustainably as possible, the multi-national brewer has chosen Kegstar (the international division of MicroStar) to power their global steel keg supply chain programs.

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LONDON, June 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To support BrewDog’s mission to get their beers into as many people’s hands as possible, as sustainably as possible, the multi-national brewer has chosen Kegstar (the international division of MicroStar) to power their global steel keg supply chain programs.
This new, long-term agreement expands on MicroStar’s existing partnership with BrewDog in the US, adding exclusive steel keg supply and quality services to BrewDog-owned breweries in Scotland, Germany, and Australia.
“BrewDog is a true craft beer pioneer, and their relentlessly innovative approach has resulted in explosive growth,” said Bryan Place, President of Kegstar.
“This new global partnership also supports our mission to use the most efficient, circular supply chain options available… MicroStar’s dense network of reusable, shareable kegs return our planet’s finite materials back to the supply chain more directly.”
As part of this partnership, MicroStar will expand access to its growing network of shareable, Kegstar-branded kegs, and the benefits that result, to breweries and beer distributors of all sizes throughout Western Europe.

The Steel Keg Association Recognized as an Official Partner of World Refill Day on June 16

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

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Denver, May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Steel Keg Association is proud to be recognized as an Official Partner of World Refill Day on June 16, a global day of action to accelerate the transition away from single-use containers.

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Denver, May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Steel Keg Association is proud to be recognized as an Official Partner of World Refill Day on June 16, a global day of action to accelerate the transition away from single-use containers.
This recognition comes through a new global sponsorship with City to Sea , the environmental not-for-profit behind World Refill Day .
Considering steel kegs deliver a fresh draft beer experience most consumers can’t get from home, they are a particularly refreshing reusable container to celebrate this World Refill Day.
On World Refill Day, we encourage everyone to increase their adoption of simple, reusable packaging solutions that benefit business owners, consumers and the environment.”
Last year’s World Refill Day saw participation by over 80 countries, reaching millions of people around the world helping people live with less waste and reduce single-use plastic.

Steel Keg Association Announces 2023 Keg Champions

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Monday, April 17, 2023

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Denver, April 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2023 Keg Champions are honored by the Steel Keg Association this Earth Week in an inaugural celebration of restaurants, bars, and breweries for embracing the remarkable benefits reusable steel kegs deliver: sustainability, efficiency, and a fresh experience most consumers can’t get at home.

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Denver, April 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2023 Keg Champions are honored by the Steel Keg Association this Earth Week in an inaugural celebration of restaurants, bars, and breweries for embracing the remarkable benefits reusable steel kegs deliver: sustainability, efficiency, and a fresh experience most consumers can’t get at home.
The 2023 Keg Champion Award winners in 7 categories:
Stainless steel kegs’ reusability and 30+ year lifespan make them the ideal circular choice for breweries, bars and restaurants.
The Steel Keg Association created the Keg Champion Awards to recognize hospitality leaders’ sustainability programs and the positive impacts of steel kegs on the beverage industry.
Cheers to these winners and all of the keg champions out there.”
In addition to winning a coveted, iconic green Keg Champion Award (physically, the biggest award in the history of the food and beverage industry), the Steel Keg Association will donate $7,000 to benefit seven charitable organizations chosen by the 2023 Keg Champions.

To Shine a Light on the Advantages of Reusable Containers, the Steel Keg Association Launches Inaugural Keg Champion Awards

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

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The Steel Keg Association (SKA)’s inaugural “ Keg Champion Awards ” will recognize U.S. breweries, bars and restaurants of all sizes for embracing the remarkable benefits of reusable steel kegs in their draft beverage programs.

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The Steel Keg Association (SKA)’s inaugural “ Keg Champion Awards ” will recognize U.S. breweries, bars and restaurants of all sizes for embracing the remarkable benefits of reusable steel kegs in their draft beverage programs.
Stainless steel kegs’ reusability and 30+ year lifespan make them the ideal circular choice for breweries, bars and restaurants.
The Steel Keg Association, a marketing-focused non-profit organization on a mission to help increase the volume of beer and other beverages served from stainless steel kegs, created the Keg Champion Awards to recognize hospitality leaders and the impacts of steel kegs on the beverage industry.
From the nominated companies, the SKA will select Keg Champion Award winners in 7 categories:
Each winner will receive bragging rights and a coveted Keg Champion Award.

MicroStar Logistics Completes Integration of Kegstar, Expands Investments in People, Technology and Quality to Scale Globally

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Friday, March 10, 2023

Acquisition, CFO, TAP, Growth, Customer experience, Micro-Star International, Beer

Effective immediately, Bryan Place is assuming the role of President, Kegstar Division and relocating to its headquarters in London.

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Effective immediately, Bryan Place is assuming the role of President, Kegstar Division and relocating to its headquarters in London.
Mr. Place, having previously served as MicroStar’s long-time CFO, brings a wealth of experience to this international role.
Since MicroStar’s acquisition of Kegstar in 2021, its international fleet of top quality, European-manufactured kegs has grown to more than 1 million.
Doug’s leadership in the U.S. and deep understanding of our model will further enable Kegstar to deliver the benefits breweries value.