NYCEDC

CURE OPENS XSEED AWARD APPLICATIONS TO SUPPORT UNDERFUNDED AND UNDERREPRESENTED NYC LIFE SCIENCE STARTUPS WITH UP TO $500,000

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Deerfield Management, a New York City-based healthcare investment firm, founded and supports the XSeed Award.

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  • Deerfield Management, a New York City-based healthcare investment firm, founded and supports the XSeed Award.
  • The deadline for XSeed Award application submissions is May 31, 2024, and virtual finalist presentations will be June 28, 2024.
  • "Deerfield is pleased to continue our collaboration on the transformational XSeed program, alongside the NYCEDC, Cure and the experts who comprise our enthusiastic XSeed Award Leadership Committee."
  • "We look forward to welcoming the XSeed Award winners who, along with the Cure Xchange Challenge winners, are startups advancing health through collaboration and community building via Cure."

Equinor Establishes Major Union Partnership for New York’s First Offshore Wind Hub

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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The revitalized SBMT will play a key role in Equinor’s development of the Empire Wind offshore wind project as a staging and assembly site and as a home for the project’s operations and maintenance base.

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  • The revitalized SBMT will play a key role in Equinor’s development of the Empire Wind offshore wind project as a staging and assembly site and as a home for the project’s operations and maintenance base.
  • This first-of-its-kind PLA for Equinor is a commitment to building SBMT responsibly with the help of New York’s highly skilled union construction workforce.
  • “As the hub for Empire Wind, SBMT will play a transformational role in the development of the offshore wind industry and deliver more than renewable energy generated off New York’s shores.
  • The local union affiliates represent approximately 100,000 union construction workers in the New York City region.

Builds Bio+ Releases New York / London Life Sciences Study Tour Research Report

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Builds Bio+, the premier life science membership organization that connects all segments of the life sciences ecosystem across major regional clusters, today announced the release of its New York / London Life Sciences Study Tour research report, titled “ Evolution of the New York Life Sciences Market .” The report traces the evolution and growth of the New York City (NYC) life sciences market over the last 25 years, highlighting the development of key infrastructure and initiatives that have contributed to the city's emergence as a global leader in research and innovation, and offering lessons learned for other cities that aim to become an innovative life science hub.

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  • Builds Bio+, the premier life science membership organization that connects all segments of the life sciences ecosystem across major regional clusters, today announced the release of its New York / London Life Sciences Study Tour research report, titled “ Evolution of the New York Life Sciences Market .” The report traces the evolution and growth of the New York City (NYC) life sciences market over the last 25 years, highlighting the development of key infrastructure and initiatives that have contributed to the city's emergence as a global leader in research and innovation, and offering lessons learned for other cities that aim to become an innovative life science hub.
  • This partnership set the stage for a three-day immersive experience that took place in NYC and culminated in the research report.
  • “We look forward to hosting the 2024 Life Sciences Study Tour in London this April, where we will discuss the evolution of the London UK life sciences market and host site tours of leading European life science facilities across London, Cambridge, and Oxford.
  • We look forward to issuing a similar report focused on the London UK market after this important event.”
    The New York / London Life Sciences Study Tour will continue in London, UK on April 22-25, 2024.

Smart City Expo USA to Take Place in New York City and Feature Mayor Eric Adams

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart City Expo USA today announced that its 2024 conference will be held in New York City on May 22-23 at Pier 36, with the support of the city. New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Chief Technology Officer Matthew Fraser, and New York Economic Development Corporation CEO Andrew Kimball will all give remarks as part of the event.

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  • New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Chief Technology Officer Matthew Fraser, and New York Economic Development Corporation CEO Andrew Kimball will all give remarks as part of the event.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Smart City Expo USA with its innovative leaders and cutting-edge technologies to create resilient, equitable, and sustainable cities for tomorrow," said Mayor Adams.
  • "New York City's status as a global innovation hub makes us the perfect host site for Smart City Expo USA," said New York City Chief Technology Officer Matthew Fraser.
  • "New York City continues to exemplify what it means to be a smart city for communities throughout the United States," said Ricard Zapatero, CEO, Fira Barcelona.

Lilium Supports NYC EDC’s Decision to Seek Agnostic Operator for Downtown Manhattan Heliport & AAM’s Inclusion; Heliport will Serve as Key Site in Northeast Corridor Regional Network for Lilium Jet

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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The Downtown Manhattan Heliport, located near Battery Park on Pier 6, along the East River, will play a key role in the planned future Northeast Corridor regional network for planned operators of the Lilium Jet.

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  • The Downtown Manhattan Heliport, located near Battery Park on Pier 6, along the East River, will play a key role in the planned future Northeast Corridor regional network for planned operators of the Lilium Jet.
  • Recently, NYCEDC closed their Request for Proposals (RFP) window for firms with heliport, airport, vertiport, logistics, or hub management expertise to operate a future Downtown Manhattan Heliport in Lower Manhattan.
  • Lilium has relationships with various infrastructure partners globally who are vying to operate at this vertiport, which Lilium believes will ensure compatibility for the Lilium Jet at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport.
  • The Northeast Corridor regional network will form part of Lilium’s vision of bringing regional air mobility to locations across the globe.

Fulton Fish Market and First Down Materials form Partnership to Enhance Historic Waterfront Connectivity and Foster Community Growth

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Economic development, Restaurant, Education, Fulton Fish Market, City, Transport, Culture, Growth, Seafood, Sale, Hope, Recycling, NOW, Carbon, NYCEDC, Granito, Blue Highway, Family, DOT, Market, Partnership, Tourism

This partnership, valued at over $75 million, symbolizes a significant milestone in Fulton Fish Market Cooperatives legacy, by rekindling its historical essence and reestablishing the waterfront presence.

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  • This partnership, valued at over $75 million, symbolizes a significant milestone in Fulton Fish Market Cooperatives legacy, by rekindling its historical essence and reestablishing the waterfront presence.
  • It's an honor to extend this legacy through our partnership with the Fulton Fish Market, further enriching the South Bronx's cultural and economic landscape.
  • We also look forward to expanding on the NYC waterfront in partnership with the Fulton Fish Market Cooperative."
  • This partnership reaffirms the Fulton Fish Market Cooperative's dedication to adapting through changing times while preserving our storied heritage.

Cell BioEngines to Present at the 2024 BIO CEO & Investor Conference

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cell BioEngines, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on the development of ‘off-the-shelf’ ‘non-gene modified’ hematopoietic stem cells and its derived immune cell therapies for cancer patients, today announced that Dr. Ajay Vishwakarma, Founder and CEO of Cell BioEngines, will be presenting at the BIO CEO & Investor Conference at 2:00 p.m. EST on Monday, February 26, 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cell BioEngines, Inc., a biotechnology company focused on the development of ‘off-the-shelf’ ‘non-gene modified’ hematopoietic stem cells and its derived immune cell therapies for cancer patients, today announced that Dr. Ajay Vishwakarma, Founder and CEO of Cell BioEngines, will be presenting at the BIO CEO & Investor Conference at 2:00 p.m. EST on Monday, February 26, 2024.
  • “At the BIO CEO & Investor Conference, I’ll will be highlighting Cell BioEngines’ recent developments on its novel stem cell and immune cell therapies for hard-to-treat blood and solid cancers, ongoing pipeline progress, clinical trial updates, and anticipated milestones”, he added.
  • Details about the presentation are as follows:
    In its 26th year, BIO CEO is one of the largest investor conferences in the life science industry.
  • Cell BioEngines will be available for in person and virtual partnering meetings.

Joby Flies Quiet Electric Air Taxi in New York City

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for commercial passenger service, today announced that it successfully performed an exhibition flight in New York City yesterday, marking the first ever electric air taxi flight in the city and the first time Joby has flown in an urban setting.

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  • Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for commercial passenger service, today announced that it successfully performed an exhibition flight in New York City yesterday, marking the first ever electric air taxi flight in the city and the first time Joby has flown in an urban setting.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231113446548/en/
    Joby’s electric air taxi in the skies above New York City, piloted by James “Buddy” Denham.
  • “By electrifying one of the most famous heliports in the world, New York is demonstrating global leadership in the adoption of electric air travel.
  • We’re grateful for the support of the city, and we’re honored to be working with visionary partners like Delta Air Lines to bring our air taxi service to this market,” said JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby Aviation.

Volocopter Dazzles with First Flight in New York City

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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BRUCHSAL, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), completed its first flight test at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport (DMH) in New York City (NYC) with its crewed Volocopter 2X.

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  • BRUCHSAL, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), completed its first flight test at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport (DMH) in New York City (NYC) with its crewed Volocopter 2X.
  • Hosted by the Mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, and the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), the Volocopter 2X participated in the world's largest and first public event  showcasing multiple electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in a city.
  • "A New York City flight has always been on Volocopter's mind when designing an eVTOL that could be safe and quiet enough to fly its busy skies," said Christian Bauer, Managing Director of Volocopter.
  • "Our flight in NYC proves that we have everything required to make this emerging technology flourish in this city.

Volocopter Dazzles with First Flight in New York City

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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BRUCHSAL, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), completed its first flight test at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport (DMH) in New York City (NYC) with its crewed Volocopter 2X.

Key Points: 
  • BRUCHSAL, Germany, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility (UAM), completed its first flight test at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport (DMH) in New York City (NYC) with its crewed Volocopter 2X.
  • Hosted by the Mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, and the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), the Volocopter 2X participated in the world's largest and first public event  showcasing multiple electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in a city.
  • "A New York City flight has always been on Volocopter's mind when designing an eVTOL that could be safe and quiet enough to fly its busy skies," said Christian Bauer, Managing Director of Volocopter.
  • "Our flight in NYC proves that we have everything required to make this emerging technology flourish in this city.