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Holland America Line Becomes First Global Cruise Line to Receive International Seafood Certifications

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning dining experience by becoming the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications. The two organizations serve as the most credible standards worldwide for certified seafood.

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  • SEATTLE, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning dining experience by becoming the first global cruise line to receive both Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certifications.
  • "Our guests care about the quality and sustainability of the fresh fish we serve, and so do we," said Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line.
  • Certified seafood from nine regions worldwide will be incorporated into Holland America Line seafood offerings: Asia, Australia, Canada/New England, Mexico, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, the Caribbean, and Hawaii.
  • While not all seafood species aboard Holland America Line are currently certified, the cruise line is working toward 100% accreditation of species that are eligible to meet the organizations' standards.

Quectel Leads the Way in Connected Auto and Electric Vehicle Innovation at CAEV India

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, will be participating as an exhibitor and keynote speaker at the upcoming Connected Auto & Electric Vehicles (CAEV) India event, set to take place in Bengaluru.

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  • Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, will be participating as an exhibitor and keynote speaker at the upcoming Connected Auto & Electric Vehicles (CAEV) India event, set to take place in Bengaluru.
  • This prestigious event gathers industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss and showcase the latest trends, technologies, and solutions in the connected auto and electric vehicle sectors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240313568157/en/
    Quectel leads the way in connected auto and electric vehicle innovation at CAEV India (Photo: Business Wire)
    During the show, Quectel is set to unveil the AW200Z multi-mode smart LTE module equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functionalities, designed with functionality to help meet the requirements of the two-wheeler industry.
  • Designed to meet the diverse requirements of both industrial and consumer sectors, it offers robust performance and versatile multimedia capabilities.

Halliburton Announces Annual Shareholders’ Meeting

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Halliburton Company (NYSE: HAL) announced today that its annual meeting of shareholders will take place on May 15, 2024, at 9 a.m. CDT.

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  • Halliburton Company (NYSE: HAL) announced today that its annual meeting of shareholders will take place on May 15, 2024, at 9 a.m. CDT.
  • The Company will hold the meeting at its headquarters located at 3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway East, Houston, Texas.
  • The record date for determination of shareholders entitled to vote at the meeting is March 18, 2024.

Holland America Line's 'Anniversary Sale' Features Reduced Fares, Onboard Credit, and Free Third and Fourth Guests

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is celebrating its 151st Anniversary with a special "Anniversary Sale" running from March 20 through April 30, 2024. The offer features up to 45% off cruise fares, onboard credits up to $300 per stateroom, 50% reduced deposits, and free third and fourth guests when traveling in the same stateroom.

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  • The offer features up to 45% off cruise fares, onboard credits up to $300 per stateroom, 50% reduced deposits, and free third and fourth guests when traveling in the same stateroom.
  • "Guests appreciate the onboard spending money, while reduced deposits make it easier to plan a vacation that can be more than a year away.
  • Free third and fourth guests is ideal for families and friends looking to travel together."
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Opens Bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii Cruises

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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SEATTLE, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises. The premium cruise line, known for longer and destination-focused voyages, will offer departures from five North American homeports, sailing on five ships.

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  • Cruises include new ports, myriad ways to transit the Panama Canal, plus Nieuw Amsterdam's Hawaii debut
    SEATTLE, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line has opened bookings for 2025-2026 Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises.
  • Includes new ports, myriad ways to transit the Panama Canal, plus Nieuw Amsterdam's Hawaii debut
    This season of six different Panama Canal cruises includes several firsts: Holland America Line has added the port of Acajutla, El Salvador, on most Panama Canal sailings.
  • Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises are offered from October 2025 through April 2026 and range from 15 to 22 days.
  • Many Panama Canal cruises include a call at Half Moon Cay, Holland America Line's award-winning private island in the Bahamas.

Holland America Line Visits All Seven Continents and Includes an Antarctic Experience on 2026 Grand World Voyage

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026. The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience. Details were announced today by President Gus Antorcha to 2024 Grand World Voyage guests aboard Zuiderdam, which is currently sailing in between Okinawa and Tokyo.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is set to sail one of its most ambitious Grand World Voyages in 2026.
  • The meticulously planned 132-day cruise will span all seven continents, including a special four-day Antarctic Experience.
  • Starting today, travelers interested in the 2026 Grand World Voyage can call Holland America Line's World Cruise Reservations Desk or their travel advisor to make a deposited Future Cruise Request.
  • Guests who want to make a Future Cruise Request for a stateroom on the 2026 Grand World Voyage can contact their travel advisor or call World Cruise Reservations: 1-800-522-3399.

Antaris Accelerates Space Technology with More Customers Using the Antaris Cloud Platform and JANUS-2 Launch on the Horizon

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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LOS ALTOS, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Antaris, the leading software platform for space missions, had a pivotal 2023, launching its first demonstration satellite, raising additional capital, expanding its customer base, and solidifying its position as an innovative player in the space industry.

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  • In February 2023, Antaris marked a historic moment with the successful launch and operation of JANUS-1, the world's first satellite to be designed and tested entirely in the cloud.
  • In September 2023, Antaris closed its seed funding round with an additional $3.5 million, led by California-based Streamlined Ventures.
  • Throughout the year, Antaris also demonstrated its commitment to open-source development for the benefit of the entire space industry.
  • Currently, Netra is utilizing every part of the Antaris Cloud Platform: the Antaris Design Studio, the TrueTwin™ simulation environment, and the SatOS™ payload SDK.

Award-Winning Distillery Buffalo Trace Selects Premium Barrel for Holland America Line

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's beverage program is introducing an exclusive single barrel select bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States. This premium offering, curated by Sazerac Master Blender Drew Mayville and Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee Freddie Johnson, will be available fleetwide in March while supplies last.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line's beverage program is introducing an exclusive single barrel select bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States.
  • The opportunity to serve this unique bourbon arose when Mayville, an avid Holland America Line cruiser, endorsed the cruise line for the prestigious Sazerac Barrel Select program — an honor limited to only a few participants each year.
  • Mayville reflected on the experience, stating: "We aimed to select an expressive and distinctive barrel for Holland America Line, confident that their guests would enjoy trying something truly unique to the cruise line."
  • For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Holland America Line Enhances Alaska Cruisetours with McKinley Chalet Resort Room Upgrades and New Gold Rush Experience

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Holland America Line is elevating its award-winning Alaska Cruisetours in time for the 2024 season with room upgrades at McKinley Chalet Resort and a new, included tour in Dawson City, Yukon. Alaska Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an overland tour to Denali, and Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends those tours into the Yukon.

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  • Alaska Cruisetours combine an Alaska cruise with an overland tour to Denali, and Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends those tours into the Yukon .
  • For the excursions, guests on select Denali and Yukon Cruisetours will have a new "Klondike Gold Tour" that expands on the region's famed gold rush experience.
  • The tour visits the original discovery claim site that launched the gold rush and Gold Dredge 4.
  • Holland America Line's McKinley Chalet Resort, nestled at the entrance of Denali National Park, is adding balconies to 28 existing river-view rooms.

Husson’s new advanced AI manikin will better prepare students for health careers

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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“With the help of artificial intelligence, HAL can answer medical history and initial assessment-related questions, follow voice commands, and learn over time,” said SIM Center director Ghada Konsowa, MBBCH, MBA, CHSOS.

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  • “With the help of artificial intelligence, HAL can answer medical history and initial assessment-related questions, follow voice commands, and learn over time,” said SIM Center director Ghada Konsowa, MBBCH, MBA, CHSOS.
  • As early adopters, Husson’s SIM Center strives to provide students with the best tools to enhance their learning and skills, enabling them to succeed in their respective fields.
  • HAL will allow students in Husson’s nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy and pharmacy programs to practice their skills in a safe educational setting before stepping into real-world settings.
  • The College of Health and Pharmacy will unveil HAL to the university and local community on Tuesday, Feb. 13.