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SM Launches New Concept Nail Absorber With Disposable Out Filter For The World's First Disposable Out Filter

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Monday, August 7, 2023

By expanding the nail market since 2016, it has developed an innovative nail dust collector that uses the world's first disposable filter at once.

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  • By expanding the nail market since 2016, it has developed an innovative nail dust collector that uses the world's first disposable filter at once.
  • As a result of focusing on developing new products, SM Company's Zephyros nail absorber (SM1811-M) was released in 2023.
  • Zephyros is the world's first disposable out-filter type nail absorber, rather than shaking off and reusing the filter of the existing absorber.
  • The company says that the disposable filter of this product enables more hygienic procedures during problematic toenail procedures, helping users' health.

Window and Patio Door Customers Want Their First Purchase to be Their Last, J.D. Power Finds

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

Nearly half (47%) of window and patio doors customers were motivated to purchase a specific brand based on a product guarantee or claim this year, up from 35% in 2022, according to the J.D.

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  • Nearly half (47%) of window and patio doors customers were motivated to purchase a specific brand based on a product guarantee or claim this year, up from 35% in 2022, according to the J.D.
  • Power 2023 U.S. Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction Study,SM released today.
  • Power 2023 U.S. Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction Study (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “Fortunately, for retailers, customers are doing their research before purchasing,” said Christina Cooley, senior director of home intelligence at J.D.
  • The 2023 U.S. Windows and Patio Doors Satisfaction Study is based on responses from 2,932 customers who purchased windows or patio doors within the previous 12 months.

Hill International To Support Construction of Two New Data Center Projects in Greece

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. and ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hill International, Inc., delivering the infrastructure of change, announced today it was selected by global data center provider Digital Realty to support the construction of two new data centers in Greece: one in Heraklion, Crete, and one in Athens, where the company's Greek data center campus is located.

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  • MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. and ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hill International, Inc., delivering the infrastructure of change, announced today it was selected by global data center provider Digital Realty to support the construction of two new data centers in Greece: one in Heraklion, Crete, and one in Athens, where the company's Greek data center campus is located.
  • The Heraklion data center, named HER1, will mark the island's inaugural carrier-neutral facility and is expected to support growth of up to 6.5 megawatts (MW) of installed IT load.
  • The Athens data center, named ATH5, will support up to 15MW load of installed IT and will encompass a development of a 11,000 SM site.
  • Hill International has a proven track record in data center construction project management, and their contribution is of critical importance in order to successfully deliver our projects for the construction of our ATHENS 5 and HERAKLION 1 data centers.

EQS-News: SM SAAM terminal business acquisition successfully completed

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Hapag-Lloyd to take over terminal stakes in North, Central and South America

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  • Hapag-Lloyd to take over terminal stakes in North, Central and South America
    Hapag-Lloyd today successfully completed its 100 % acquisition of SM SAAM’s terminal business and related logistics services, which is based on an agreement announced in October 2022.
  • The transaction was approved unconditionally by the relevant antitrust authorities of all countries involved in this acquisition process.
  • The acquisition will further strengthen Hapag-Lloyd’s core liner shipping business and help the carrier to build up a robust and attractive terminal portfolio.
  • Hapag-Lloyd has continuously expanded its involvement in the terminal sector and holds stakes in the Container Terminal Wilhelmshaven, the Container Terminal Altenwerder in Hamburg, the Italy-based Spinelli Group, the India-based J M Baxi Ports & Logistics Limited, Terminal TC3 in Tangier, and Terminal 2 in Damietta, Egypt, which is currently under construction.

Kakao Entertainment and SM Entertainment Launch Integrated Corporation in North America

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

With North America being the hub of the global entertainment industry, the integrated corporation will serve as a solid foundation for business cooperation and knowledge sharing.

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  • With North America being the hub of the global entertainment industry, the integrated corporation will serve as a solid foundation for business cooperation and knowledge sharing.
  • Concurrently, he is also the Global Strategy Officer (GSO) of Kakao Entertainment and the Chief Business Officer (CBO) of SM Entertainment.
  • "The new integrated corporation in North America will help us accelerate the global expansion and growth of artists under Kakao Entertainment and SM Entertainment," said Chang, President of Kakao Entertainment America.
  • Existing operations for Kakao Entertainment America and SM Entertainment USA will be consolidated into the new North American entity.

POLARIS OFF ROAD STAYS ON THE GAS WITH 2024 LINEUP, FEATURING RIDER-INSPIRED UPDATES & REFRESHED STYLES FOR ITS INDUSTRY-LEADING RANGE OF SIDE-BY-SIDES AND ATVS

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Monday, July 31, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of debuting its innovative Polaris XPEDITION and the all new Extreme Duty RANGER XD 1500, Polaris Off Road today unveiled updates for 2024 to the off-road industry's most expansive lineup. The 2024 lineup features a host of rider-inspired updates and refreshed styling and new colors. Additionally, the customer-favorite Polaris Sportsman 570 and XP 1000 Hunt editions make a return, and a Premium trim offering is now available on the 2024 GENERAL 1000 to provide customers with an upgrade in style and performance. RIDE COMMAND+ also received enhanced features for 2024, delivering unmatched connectivity and peace of mind to riders through all-new Location Bump Alerts and Check-In Messages.

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  • The 2024 lineup features a host of rider-inspired updates and refreshed styling and new colors.
  • This service is also available on most 2024 RZR, RANGER, Sportsman and Polaris XPEDITION models as an accessory install.
  • The 2024 Polaris Youth lineup starts at $2,999 US MSRP and will begin shipping to dealers this winter.
  • The 2024 Polaris XPEDITION lineup starts at $28,999 US MSRP and is currently shipping to dealers.

Electric Utility Sustainability Targets Called into Question by Customers, J.D. Power Finds

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Friday, July 28, 2023

“Electric utilities are in an incredibly tough spot when it comes to sustainability,” said Andrew Heath, senior director of utilities intelligence at J.D.

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  • “Electric utilities are in an incredibly tough spot when it comes to sustainability,” said Andrew Heath, senior director of utilities intelligence at J.D.
  • The Sustainability Index evaluates electric utility customer awareness, support, engagement and advocacy for their local utility’s climate sustainability programs and goals.
  • The index applies to the 35 largest U.S. electric utility companies and cities, each serving 500,000 or more residential customers.
  • Following is the full list of electric utility companies and cities that were evaluated, along with their index score:

OTC Markets Group Welcomes Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd to OTCQX

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Friday, July 28, 2023

NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd (TSX-V: SM; OTCQX: SMDRF), a precious metals development and exploration company has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market.

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  • NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd (TSX-V: SM; OTCQX: SMDRF), a precious metals development and exploration company has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market.
  • Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd upgraded to OTCQX from the Pink® market.
  • Sierra Madre Gold and Silver Ltd begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “SMDRF.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com .
  • “We are thrilled to announce that Sierra Madre will once again trade on OTCQX,” stated Alex Langer, President & CEO.

SM continues to champion sustainability with its 83rd mall SM City Bataan

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Friday, July 28, 2023

PASAY CITY, Philippines, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Investments Corporation through its property arm, SM Prime Holdings continues to provide a unique "malling" experience with the opening of its 83rd mall in Balanga, Bataan by integrating sustainability features in its design and operations.

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  • PASAY CITY, Philippines, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Investments Corporation through its property arm, SM Prime Holdings continues to provide a unique "malling" experience with the opening of its 83rd mall in Balanga, Bataan by integrating sustainability features in its design and operations.
  • SM City Bataan also utilizes clerestory windows, series of large windows, for better light ventilation which lessens the electricity consumption of the facility.
  • SM City Bataan uses recycled water for water closet flushing, landscape maintenance, and to supply waters to the cooling towers of the building's air conditioning system.
  • The opening of SM City Bataan marked it as the 25th mall with rainwater catchment basin and 28th with electric vehicle charging station, further amplifying its commitment to sustainable practices.

SM continues to champion sustainability with its 83rd mall SM City Bataan

Retrieved on: 
Friday, July 28, 2023

PASAY CITY, Philippines, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Investments Corporation through its property arm, SM Prime Holdings continues to provide a unique "malling" experience with the opening of its 83rd mall in Balanga, Bataan by integrating sustainability features in its design and operations.

Key Points: 
  • PASAY CITY, Philippines, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Investments Corporation through its property arm, SM Prime Holdings continues to provide a unique "malling" experience with the opening of its 83rd mall in Balanga, Bataan by integrating sustainability features in its design and operations.
  • SM City Bataan also utilizes clerestory windows, series of large windows, for better light ventilation which lessens the electricity consumption of the facility.
  • SM City Bataan uses recycled water for water closet flushing, landscape maintenance, and to supply waters to the cooling towers of the building's air conditioning system.
  • The opening of SM City Bataan marked it as the 25th mall with rainwater catchment basin and 28th with electric vehicle charging station, further amplifying its commitment to sustainable practices.