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UK social impact startup Waymap successfully closes funding round led by TELUS for its indoor navigation technology

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

In modern cities, navigation apps play a crucial role; however, they don't work for everyone.

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In modern cities, navigation apps play a crucial role; however, they don't work for everyone.
Higher accuracy indoor and outdoor navigation also benefits everyone, drastically improving efficiency as commuters move around the built environment.
CEO and Founder Dr. Tom Pey, who is also blind, comments, "Waymap has set itself the goal of revolutionising how everyone accesses the world.
With the investment from the TELUS Pollinator Fund, the company also plans to continue investing in its leading 'sensor-fusion based' indoor localisation technology.

Vatika Naturals Inspires Inclusivity in Workplace with the #RootForMe Campaign

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Religion, Love, Social media, Woman, Workplace, Growth, London Underground, Empowerment, House, Stereotype

NEW YORK, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vatika Naturals, a flagship brand from House of Dabur, is pioneering an empowering initiative this International Women's Day with the launch of their IWD2024 campaign, #ROOTFORME.

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South Asian Hair Care Brand Vatika Naturals Champions Diversity with #RootForMe Featuring All-Female Comedy Lineup.
NEW YORK, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vatika Naturals, a flagship brand from House of Dabur, is pioneering an empowering initiative this International Women's Day with the launch of their IWD2024 campaign, #ROOTFORME.
From being a generic hair care brand for South Asian women, this year Vatika Naturals is embarking on a journey to become the preferred brand by multi-ethnic audiences across the UK and the USA.
Redefining women's empowerment this International Women's Day, Vatika leads the conversation with humour to address workplace stereotypes and discrimination, through partnerships with leading stand-up comediennes like Shazia Mirza and Sikisa.

Vatika Naturals Inspires Inclusivity in Workplace with the #RootForMe Campaign

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Religion, Love, Social media, Woman, Workplace, Growth, London Underground, Empowerment, House, Stereotype

LONDON, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vatika Naturals, a flagship brand from House of Dabur, is pioneering an empowering initiative this International Women's Day with the launch of their IWD2024 campaign, #ROOTFORME.

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South Asian Hair Care Brand Vatika Naturals Champions Diversity with #RootForMe Featuring All-Female Comedy Lineup.
LONDON, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vatika Naturals, a flagship brand from House of Dabur, is pioneering an empowering initiative this International Women's Day with the launch of their IWD2024 campaign, #ROOTFORME.
From being a generic hair care brand for South Asian women, this year Vatika Naturals is embarking on a journey to become the preferred brand by multi-ethnic audiences across the UK and the USA.
Redefining women's empowerment this International Women's Day, Vatika leads the conversation with humour to address workplace stereotypes and discrimination, through partnerships with leading stand-up comediennes like Shazia Mirza and Sikisa.

Curve tells London to up it's game in new ad campaign for wearable payment tech

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Monday, December 4, 2023

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LONDON, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Curve, the financial super app that connects all your existing credit and debit cards into one single card and app, today launched a vibrant, multi-channel advertising campaign across London to celebrate the launch of it's new online portal which, with Curve's partners, celebrates the largest choice of wearable payment options across the globe. The company's partners include Twinn, Swatch, Tap2Pay and Tapster. Featuring the wearable items shown on a diverse mix of hands with slogans like "When it comes to the money game, up yours," the ads have passers-by doing doubletakes.

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The advertisements are currently running on digital screens across London neighbourhoods, including Shoreditch, Chelsea, Notting Hill and Fulham, and also featured across several major London Underground stations.
In the coming days, the creative can also be found on mobile advertising vans across the city.
"We're no strangers to pushing boundaries at Curve," said Shachar Bialick, CEO and founder of Curve.
To check out Curve's range of wearable partners and to get your hands on your own, visit https://www.curve.com/en-gb/wearables .

MINISO Opens Vibrant Oxford Street Flagship, Bringing Dream-like Design Concept to the UK

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Language, Oxford Street, Social media, IP, Map, Pixar, Tesco international operations, London Underground, Retail, Amusement park, Sanrio

With its vibrant new design concept, the remarkable store is the brand's very first of its kind in the UK, standing out as another exciting destination on one of the world's most recognizable shopping streets.

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With its vibrant new design concept, the remarkable store is the brand's very first of its kind in the UK, standing out as another exciting destination on one of the world's most recognizable shopping streets.
Nestled at 100 Oxford Street, the new flagship marks MINISO's largest retail space in the UK to date, spanning nearly 3,000 square feet.
The new Oxford Street flagship store, with its eye-catching design language, becomes another sparkling gem on MINISO's global store map.
"The vibrant, fantastical design that we've brought to our new MINISO Oxford Street flagship is certain to bring smiles to the faces of shoppers in London," said Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer at MINISO UK.

MINISO Opens Vibrant Oxford Street Flagship, Bringing Dream-like Design Concept to the UK

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

IP, Language, Pixar, Multimedia, Map, London Underground, Social media, Tesco international operations, Oxford Street, Retail, Online shopping, Amusement park, Sanrio

Nestled at 100 Oxford Street, the new flagship marks MINISO's largest retail space in the UK to date, spanning nearly 3,000 square feet.

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Nestled at 100 Oxford Street, the new flagship marks MINISO's largest retail space in the UK to date, spanning nearly 3,000 square feet.
The new Oxford Street flagship store, with its eye-catching design language, becomes another sparkling gem on MINISO's global store map.
"The vibrant, fantastical design that we've brought to our new MINISO Oxford Street flagship is certain to bring smiles to the faces of shoppers in London," said Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer at MINISO UK.
In addition to the chic concept store, MINISO is on a creative spree, introducing a wide array of special themed stores worldwide.

Research by Audley Travel reveals the 3 top layover locations to soak up as much culture as possible in a short stay

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

BOSTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The expert team of country specialists at Audley Travel has released their top 3 layover locations where to enjoy lots of cultural experiences during a very short stay.

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BOSTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The expert team of country specialists at Audley Travel has released their top 3 layover locations where to enjoy lots of cultural experiences during a very short stay.
London, Singapore, and Dubai are the most popular choices for US travelers looking to break up a long-distance journey and explore different cultures.
London offers more than just convenience when it comes to layovers.
Hannah Guest, Dubai specialist at Audley Travel, says: "Dubai features on many flight paths, and makes a worthwhile addition to a wider trip.

Zetron Expands Critical Communications Technology Portfolio and Global Reach with Acquisition of ‘Eagle’ Business Unit from NEC

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Zetron, a global leader in integrated mission critical communications technology, today announced the acquisition of Eagle NewCo (Eagle), a business unit of NEC Software Solutions UK Limited (NEC) that provides software and services to public safety and transportation organizations, for approximately $15 million (USD).

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Zetron, a global leader in integrated mission critical communications technology, today announced the acquisition of Eagle NewCo (Eagle), a business unit of NEC Software Solutions UK Limited (NEC) that provides software and services to public safety and transportation organizations, for approximately $15 million (USD).
“Eagle’s solutions complement Zetron’s existing command and control portfolio exceedingly well,” said Scott French, Zetron President and Executive General Manager.
“The integration of Eagle software and services will further widen our core capabilities in critical communications and provide new growth opportunities for all Zetron solutions across all our global regions.
With the acquisition, Eagle is wholly owned by Zetron, with business operations integration beginning immediately, including the transition of Eagle’s primarily UK-based full time employees to Zetron.

Cygnum from CACI is now being used by TfL as its competency management solution for its London Underground drivers

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023

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LONDON, July 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CACI is pleased to announce that its Cygnum solution is now being used by Transport for London (TfL) to support the competency management process for its 4,500 London Underground drivers.

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LONDON, July 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CACI is pleased to announce that its Cygnum solution is now being used by Transport for London (TfL) to support the competency management process for its 4,500 London Underground drivers.
Cygnum will assist TfL in gaining a holistic view of the ongoing competencies of its London Underground drivers.
"We're delighted that TfL has chosen our Cygnum software to underpin the ongoing competency management of its tube drivers," says Ollie Watson, Group Business Development Director at CACI.
"We're looking forward to continuing to work closely with TfL on its Cygnum solution to help ensure that its competency management programme is run efficiently and effectively into the future."

Dalata Hotel Group PLC: Purchase of new London Hotel

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Friday, June 2, 2023

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Dublin, London, 2nd June 2023| Dalata Hotel Group plc (“Dalata” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce that it has exchanged contracts to acquire the long leasehold interest of the Apex Hotel London Wall (“the Hotel” or “the Property”), for consideration and a gross asset value of £53.4 million (€62.2 million) from Apex Hotels Limited (“Apex”), subject to standard contractual conditions and approvals.

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Dublin, London, 2nd June 2023| Dalata Hotel Group plc (“Dalata” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce that it has exchanged contracts to acquire the long leasehold interest of the Apex Hotel London Wall (“the Hotel” or “the Property”), for consideration and a gross asset value of £53.4 million (€62.2 million) from Apex Hotels Limited (“Apex”), subject to standard contractual conditions and approvals.
The Property, with expected EBITDAR of approximately £4.5 million in 2024, will require minimal initial investment and, on completion of the transaction, Dalata will rebrand the Hotel as Clayton Hotel London Wall.
Dermot Crowley, CEO of Dalata Hotel Group plc, said: “London is one of the world’s great cities.
We look forward to welcoming our new colleagues into the Dalata family.”
Shane Casserly, Corporate Development Director, Dalata Hotel Group plc, said: “To have acquired such an attractive existing London hotel, in the current market, that will allow us to further expand the Clayton brand, is a fantastic achievement for the business.