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LoRa Alliance® Returns to Europe with LoRaWAN® Live Munich

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

FREMONT, Calif., April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The LoRa Alliance®, the global association of companies backing the open LoRaWAN® standard for the internet of things (IoT) low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs), today announced the preliminary program for LoRaWAN Live Munich, taking place June 19-20 at the Westin Grand Munich. The event focuses on all aspects of LoRaWAN, the leading global LPWAN technology, addressing how companies are scaling with multiple use cases and rolling out deployments across numerous sites and facilities. The program has a strong focus on the industrial internet of things (IIoT), covering LoRaWAN technology, deployments, use cases and how to achieve a strong return on investment via a series of panels, presentations and networking activities. The gold sponsors for the event are Browan Communications and ZENNER. Rounding out the list of sponsors are Digi International, STMicroelectronics, EchoStar Mobile, Murata, Semtech, WIKA, Actility, Adeunis, Alpha-Omega Technology, Kerlink, MultiTech and TEKTELIC Communications.

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  • “The value of bringing together the global LoRaWAN ecosystem cannot be overstated,” said Donna Moore, CEO and chairwoman of the LoRa Alliance.
  • The engaging program also includes a products and solutions marketplace, mainstage keynotes and VIP speakers, live demonstrations and plenty of networking opportunities.
  • A live LoRaWAN network will also be deployed, allowing attendees to see solutions using LoRaWAN in action, courtesy of Network Sponsor Actility.
  • If interested in attending LoRaWAN Live Munich, please contact the alliance at [email protected] to make arrangements.

Coupa Delivers over $1 Billion in Billings; Unlocks $175 Billion in Bottom-Line Impact for Global Customers

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

SAN MATEO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coupa, the leading AI-driven platform that helps you operate smarter and grow faster, today announced it delivered over $1 billion in billings for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2024. The Coupa platform manages more than $5 trillion in overall business spend. The company has helped global businesses achieve more than $175 billion in savings and working capital improvements over the past decade.

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  • The company has helped global businesses achieve more than $175 billion in savings and working capital improvements over the past decade.
  • "In 2023 alone, we helped our customer community unlock more than $30 billion in bottom-line savings.
  • And it wouldn't be possible without the greatest competitive edge that's driving this company forward – our agile, passionate, and committed global team," Turner said.
  • New customers include: Albemarle Corporation, Allwyn, Great Dane, Idahoan Foods, Mobico Group, Patterson-UTI, Penguin Random House, and The Scion Group.

AE Industrial Partners’ Chris Emerson Transitions to Senior Partner

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AEI”), a private equity firm specializing in Aerospace, National Security, and Industrial Services, announced today that Chris Emerson has transitioned from Operating Partner to Senior Partner.

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  • AE Industrial Partners, LP (“AEI”), a private equity firm specializing in Aerospace, National Security, and Industrial Services, announced today that Chris Emerson has transitioned from Operating Partner to Senior Partner.
  • The firm also announced that Emerson will head up a new office in Washington, D.C., projected to open in the 3rd quarter of 2024.
  • He also served as President of Airbus Helicopters, Inc., and was Senior Vice President of Airbus Commercial Aircraft in Toulouse, France.
  • “We’re excited to leverage Chris’ insight, network, and expertise as a full-time Senior Partner of the firm as we continue to build on our national security portfolio and enhance the operations of our existing portfolio companies.”
    Mr. Emerson currently serves on the Board of Directors of AE Industrial portfolio companies The Atlas Group, Belcan, Firefly Aerospace, and York Space Systems.

AEROCOR Upholds Global Leadership in Very Light Jet Sales for 2023

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

HENDERSON, Nev., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading aircraft brokerage firm, AEROCOR, maintains its position as the global leader in Very Light Jet sales and acquisitions for the seventh year running.

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  • HENDERSON, Nev., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading aircraft brokerage firm, AEROCOR, maintains its position as the global leader in Very Light Jet sales and acquisitions for the seventh year running.
  • In 2023, the company successfully completed 35 aircraft sales spanning multiple market segments including VLJ's, light jets, and mid-cabin jets.
  • AEROCOR also expanded to become a full service aviation company with the launch of an aircraft management division, Aircraft Management Solutions (AMS).
  • To learn more about AEROCOR, contact  AEROCOR at 747.777.9505, [email protected] , or visit www.AEROCOR.com .

Loft Dynamics Opens First Virtual Reality Flight Simulation Hub in North America

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Loft Dynamics (formerly VRM Switzerland), a leader in virtual reality (VR) flight simulation devices for pilots worldwide, today announced the opening of its first Virtual Reality Flight Simulation Hub and the company's first North American headquarters, located at the Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO). The hub features the company's Airbus H125 VR Flight Simulation Training Device (FSTD), offering a hands-on way for even more pilots and aviation leaders to experience the future of pilot training and the benefits of VR technology at a critical time for the aviation industry.

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  • Following FAA's Recent Purchase of Loft Simulators, LAPD Air Support Division Announces Intent to Purchase a Simulator to Strengthen Training Program
    SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Loft Dynamics (formerly VRM Switzerland), a leader in virtual reality (VR) flight simulation devices for pilots worldwide, today announced the opening of its first Virtual Reality Flight Simulation Hub and the company's first North American headquarters, located at the Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO).
  • Loft Dynamics expanded to North America in 2021, integrating its simulators at various flight schools, helicopter operators, and global regulatory organizations – from Airbus Helicopters to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
  • Loft Dynamics' Santa Monica Virtual Reality Flight Simulation Hub is located at 3221 Donald Douglas Loop S, Santa Monica, CA 90405.
  • To learn more about the hub, or to experience Loft Dynamics' Airbus H125 simulator in person, book a demo .

Gauzy to Showcase and Discuss a Broad Array of Applications and Solutions Using Research Frontiers’ SPD-SmartGlass at the January 9-12, 2024 CES Show in Las Vegas

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

They will showcase the latest SPD-SmartGlass solutions at CES 2024, which will be held from January 9-12 in Las Vegas.

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  • They will showcase the latest SPD-SmartGlass solutions at CES 2024, which will be held from January 9-12 in Las Vegas.
  • Some of these products will be debuting at the CES for the first time ever.
  • The industries using these innovative products include:
    Aviation: SPD technology allows aircraft passengers to have personalized control over lighting and shading within their seating areas.
  • It has also been used in such other applications as heads-up displays (HUDs) and adaptive headlights and other uses.

Chris Emerson Appointed as Chairman of ALL.SPACE, Leading Provider of Fifth-Generation Smart Terminals

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Monday, September 11, 2023

READING, United Kingdom and WASHINGTON, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALL.SPACE is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Emerson, a respected former airspace executive, as Chairman of the Board.

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  • READING, United Kingdom and WASHINGTON, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALL.SPACE is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Emerson, a respected former airspace executive, as Chairman of the Board.
  • "ALL.SPACE is pioneering the next generation of satellite communication with our inventive smart terminal," said Chris Emerson.
  • Under the proficient guidance of our newly appointed Chairman Chris Emerson, ALL.SPACE is all set for a strong market entry with our revolutionary 'SMART' terminal platform."
  • With the appointment of Chris Emerson as Chairman, ALL.SPACE propels ahead to revolutionize the industry standard for connectivity – One Device.

The Vertical Flight Society Announces the Winners of the 40th Annual Student Design Competition

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Friday, August 25, 2023

FAIRFAX, Va., Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) today announces the winners of its 40th Annual Student Design Competition. The team of University of Maryland took first place in the Graduate category and Georgia Institute of Technology/US Military Academy in the Undergraduate category. In addition, the Military Institute of Technology (Bangladesh) took Best New Undergraduate Entrant honors. Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Co., was the sponsor of this year's competition, supporting a total of $12,500 in prize money.

Key Points: 
  • FAIRFAX, Va., Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) today announces the winners of its 40th Annual Student Design Competition.
  • Executive summaries for the top-winning entries from the 40th Student Design Competition are available at http://www.vtol.org/sdc , along with past winners.
  • The 40th (2022-2023) Student Design Competition was entitled, "High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing (HSVTOL) Aircraft."
  • The Vertical Flight Society is the world's premier vertical flight technical society.

FAA Taps Loft Dynamics' VR Flight Simulators to Advance Aviation Goals

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Monday, July 17, 2023

ZURICH and ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loft Dynamics (formerly VRM Switzerland), a leader in virtual reality (VR) flight simulation devices for pilots worldwide, announced an unprecedented partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Loft Dynamics' simulators – the first and only VR flight simulators with regulatory approval in Europe – are now undergoing U.S. evaluation by the FAA. The FAA has selected Loft Dynamics' Airbus H125 and Robinson R22 simulators to explore, for the first time, the use of VR flight simulation technology to train pilots. Both simulators have been installed at the William J. Hughes Technical Center (WHTC), the FAA's innovation hub, where they will be used to advance national aviation safety, efficiency, capacity, and environmental sustainability goals, and to drive the evolution of the National Airspace System (NAS) toward the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen).

Key Points: 
  • Loft Dynamics' simulators – the first and only VR flight simulators with regulatory approval in Europe – are now undergoing U.S. evaluation by the FAA.
  • The FAA has selected Loft Dynamics' Airbus H125 and Robinson R22 simulators to explore, for the first time, the use of VR flight simulation technology to train pilots.
  • "The adoption of VR flight simulators by international safety agencies like EASA and FAA is crucial given the current landscape.
  • The unique features and capabilities of Loft Dynamics' simulators allow the FAA to perform the research and development required to enhance vertical flight safety, pursue qualification under 14 CFR part 60, and advance NextGen goals.

Fabrice Brégier is appointed Chairman of SCOR’s Board of Directors

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Sunday, June 25, 2023

SCOR’s Board of Directors, which met on June 25, 2023, has unanimously decided to appoint Fabrice Brégier non-executive Chairman, with immediate effect.

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  • SCOR’s Board of Directors, which met on June 25, 2023, has unanimously decided to appoint Fabrice Brégier non-executive Chairman, with immediate effect.
  • The Committee, chaired by Adrien Couret, ultimately chose Fabrice Brégier, who has been a SCOR director since 2019 and who, in the Committee’s view, possesses all the qualities necessary to chair the Board.
  • The Board of Directors reached its decision after hearing Adrien Couret’s report and Fabrice Brégier's mission statement.
  • The SCOR directors comment: “The Board of Directors is delighted with the choice of Fabrice Brégier, who has made a significant contribution to the work of the Board and its committees since 2019.