Transport Department

Hong Kong Ferry announces FY2023 annual results Increase in revenue for FY2023 Sales on completed existing units of The Symphonie

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Health, Shipyard, Consolidated, Urology, Cardiology, Patient, ICON, Spectacle, Sale, Transport Department, Seemabaddha, Tung, Point, HK25, Holding, Rheumatology, Elective surgery, Mira Place, Property management

Consolidated profit after taxation for FY2023 amounted to HK$186 million, down by approximately 86% as compared to last year.

Key Points: 
  • Consolidated profit after taxation for FY2023 amounted to HK$186 million, down by approximately 86% as compared to last year.
  • （22 March 2024, Hong Kong） – Hong Kong Ferry (Holdings) Company Limited (the “Company”, which together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as the “Group”; SEHK stock code: 0050) announced annual results for the year ended 31 December 2023.
  • The revenue and operating profit for the year were mainly derived from the rental income from shops and commercial arcades as well as interest income from banks.
  • Mr. Gabriel Lee, General Manager of Hong Kong Ferry, said, “The Hong Kong Ferry Group has been established for 100 years in 2023, and the Group has successfully transformed itself from a ferry and shipyard focused business into an integrated conglomerate.

The Toyota Mobility Foundation and the Bali Provincial Government launch its "Sustainable Mobility Advancing Real Transformation" (SMART) program that aims to sustainably address mobility issues in Ubud, Bali

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
IDR, Papercast Limited, Interest, Letter of intent, Provincial, Quality of life, Innovation, Transport Department, Carbon, HEV, USD, LOI, BEV, Republic, TMF, Walking, Sustainability, FOM, Point of interest, G20, Ecosystem, Transport, Air pollution, SMART, XEV, Rail transport, Renewable energy, Mobility

The program is co-organized by Deloitte Future of Mobility Solution Centre (Deloitte)*1, with the support of the Transport Department of Provincial Government of Bali and Toyota Indonesia.

Key Points: 
  • The program is co-organized by Deloitte Future of Mobility Solution Centre (Deloitte)*1, with the support of the Transport Department of Provincial Government of Bali and Toyota Indonesia.
  • *1 Deloitte Future of Mobility (FoM) Solution Center, located in Singapore, addresses global mobility challenges, and develops new solutions and assets for the ecosystem as it undergoes an unprecedented transformation.
  • Furthermore, the recommendations are aimed at allowing governments and any interested parties to scale and replicate the model across Bali, Indonesia and beyond.
  • We are excited to launch this solution alongside all our partners, who are likeminded with the aims of promoting the concept of mobility for all and carbon neutrality."

J.B. Hunt Showcases ESG Advancement in New 2022 Sustainability Report

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Environment, Trucking, Rail, Air, Transport, Professional Services, Sustainability, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Carbon, S&P Global, University, Carbon Disclosure Project, ERG, Education, Sam, U.S. Department of Defense Strategy for Operating in Cyberspace, Sustainability reporting, Culture, Workplace, Business, Institutional Shareholder Services, COVID-19, Freightliner, API, Family, Corporate Equality Index, Woman, Convoy, Research, TCFD, Female, Global warming potential, Transport Department, Creativity, Sustainability accounting, GRI, Sustainalytics, Fortune 500, JBHT, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, CDP, ESG, Sam M. Walton College of Business, Supply, Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures, Labor Hall of Honor, ISS, Renewable energy, Rail freight transport, Creative industries, Newsweek

In 2022, J.B. Hunt awarded a total of $250,000 in scholarships to 100 recipients as part of the company’s new scholarship program, the J.B. Hunt Scholarship Program for Families.

Key Points: 
  • In 2022, J.B. Hunt awarded a total of $250,000 in scholarships to 100 recipients as part of the company’s new scholarship program, the J.B. Hunt Scholarship Program for Families.
  • J.B. Hunt was one of the first industry carriers to publish a Sustainability Report in 2020.
  • In recent years, J.B. Hunt has improved efforts to transparently disclose and report ESG performance to stakeholders in its annual proxy statement, on its website, in its 2020 Sustainability Report, and its 2021 Data Supplement.
  • Additional information on the company’s sustainability program is available on the J.B. Hunt website .

J.B. Hunt’s Workplace Culture Continues to Earn National Recognition From Newsweek

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Other Transport, Trucking, Rail, Maritime, Air, Transport, Professional Services, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Logistics, Supply Chain Management, University, Sam, Workplace, Business, Transport Department, Sam M. Walton College of Business, K Line European Sea Highway Services, Student, Acquisition, Diversity, Supply, Walton College, Environment, J. B. Hunt, Nursing, Management, Mobile phone, Newsweek, Woman

“Our workplace culture centers on building an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered,” said Brad Hicks, president of Highway Services and executive vice president of People at J.B. Hunt.

Key Points: 
  • “Our workplace culture centers on building an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered,” said Brad Hicks, president of Highway Services and executive vice president of People at J.B. Hunt.
  • “It enables us to develop better strategic solutions for our customers, and these continued recognitions from national outlets like Newsweek are a testament to our company’s progress.”
    This is the third and largest recognition the company has received from Newsweek.
  • Earlier this year, the outlet named J.B. Hunt among America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women, and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters.
  • The company continues to create opportunities where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, enabled and empowered to succeed.

Ev Dynamics's First Pure Electric Fully Accessible Public Minibus Will Soon Commence Service in Hong Kong

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Friday, September 16, 2022
GM, Assistant commissioner, Group, Transport Department, Environmental Protection Department, Gen, Social, Vantage, Sale, HKFTU, Republic, Holding, Geographical constituency, COO, Travel, Solution, General manager, ED, Hong Kong Productivity Council, SEC, GMB, Functional constituency, Hong Kong Federation of Trade Unions, Rail transport, Fireworks, Transport

The vehicle is the first pure electric fully accessible public minibus in Hong Kong, marking a new era of eco-friendly and socially inclusive public transportation led by Ev Dynamics.

Key Points: 
  • The vehicle is the first pure electric fully accessible public minibus in Hong Kong, marking a new era of eco-friendly and socially inclusive public transportation led by Ev Dynamics.
  • Hong Kong's first pure electric fully accessible public minibus developed and produced by Ev Dynamics.
  • Mr. Cheung Ngan, Chairman of Ev Dynamics, said, "We are extremely pleased that our seven-meter-long pure electric fully accessible minibus is entering the franchised minibus market in Hong Kong.
  • The Group also offers a seven-meter-long rooftop fast-charging pure electric fully accessible minibus, seven-meter-long pure electric wheelchair accessible minibus, 12-meter-long fully accessible e-bus, and fully electric 65-seat coach.

J.B. Hunt, University of Arkansas Collaboration Focuses on Future of Supply Chain

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
Other Transport, Trucking, Rail, University, Maritime, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Education, Transport, Transport Department, Multimedia, Supply, Sam, Industry, Technology, Gartner, Leadership, University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business, Efficiency, Research, Education, J. B. Hunt, Lyon College, Program, Transport, Dow Jones, Awareness, NASDAQ, Walton College, Plaque, University, JBHT, University of Arkansas College of Engineering, Solution, Student, Organization, Management, Forestry, Business, Engineering

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, and the University of Arkansas announced the Sam M. Walton College of Business program for studying supply chain, ranked number one by Gartner, has officially been renamed the J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management.

Key Points: 
  • J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, and the University of Arkansas announced the Sam M. Walton College of Business program for studying supply chain, ranked number one by Gartner, has officially been renamed the J.B. Hunt Transport Department of Supply Chain Management.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    "J.B. Hunt and the University of Arkansas are shaping the future of supply chain, not just in Northwest Arkansas, but across the country," said Shelley Simpson, president of J.B. Hunt.
  • "Together, we are preparing future leaders who will grow with the industry to meet evolving supply chain challenges.
  • J.B. Hunt and Walton College have worked closely together since the department was established, beginning with the J.B. Hunt Supply Chain University in 2014.

Ev Dynamics Is Commissioned to Build Hong Kong's First Accessible Electric Bus

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Monday, June 20, 2022
Solution, Transport Department, EV, NGO, CEO, Airport, Disability, Council, Maintenance, Wheelchair, Atmosphere, Group, Holding, Hong Kong Productivity Council, Airport Authority Hong Kong, Rail transport

Ev Dynamics' pure electric bus is powered by sustainable high energy density batteries and is designed to adapt to and manoeuvre through complicated city road systems.

Key Points: 
  • Ev Dynamics' pure electric bus is powered by sustainable high energy density batteries and is designed to adapt to and manoeuvre through complicated city road systems.
  • The bus is equipped with an extra-low platform for easy accessibility for seniors and those with impaired mobility.
  • It has enough space to house up to 33 regular seats and two wheelchairs.
  • Miguel Valldecabres Polop, CEO of Ev Dynamics said, "We are always proud and excited when our products are brought to the public.

Ev Dynamics Selected to Supply Electric Light Buses to a Government Sustainable Public Mobility Pilot Scheme

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Atmosphere, Transport Department, Maintenance, Environmental Protection Department, Government, Certification, Disability, Group, Efficiency, Sale, SAE J3105, Holding, LTO, Solution, CEO, Rail transport

The selected APEX-MINI model which showcases the Group's outstanding technological and product advantages will help promote energy-efficient public transport in the city as well as Ev Dynamics' products to various markets.

Key Points: 
  • The selected APEX-MINI model which showcases the Group's outstanding technological and product advantages will help promote energy-efficient public transport in the city as well as Ev Dynamics' products to various markets.
  • Ev Dynamics' APEX-MINI is powered by high-performance lithium-titanate batteries and takes only 15 minutes to charge to run 45 kilometers.
  • The 7-meter 19-seat pure electric minibus can run 45 kilometers after only 15- minute charging with the OppCharger pantograph installed by the Government at the public transport interchanges.
  • Miguel Valldecabres Polop, CEO of Ev Dynamics said, "We are excited to introduce our APEX-MINI to public-use platforms.

New Children's Car Seat Ratings & Report Shows Outdated Federal Flammability Standard Unnecessarily Exposes Lower Income Children to Toxic Chemicals

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Water, NHTSA, Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, Boston Fire Department, Letter, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Compliance, ANN, Ecology Center (Ann Arbor), Transport Department, Fire, Parent, Dorel Industries, Rail transport by country, Department, Doctor of Philosophy, The Ecology Center (Orange County), Lab, Ecology Center, Statistics, Firefighter, Safety, Infant, Union, Ecology, Child, JPMA, Transport, Hotel manager, PFAS, Toy, Car rental

U.S. car seat companies have made significant achievements in reducing children's exposure to toxic chemicals in the last five years.

Key Points: 
  • U.S. car seat companies have made significant achievements in reducing children's exposure to toxic chemicals in the last five years.
  • Maxi-Cosi is one car seat company that has risen to the challenge of innovating flame retardant-free car seats and offers the most affordable convertible car seat on the market.
  • "Maxi-Cosi PureCosi Car Seats are able to meet the flammability standard through the use of premium fabrics and higher density foams.
  • Federal regulators have not been able to show a meaningful safety benefit from requiring compliance with the federal flammability standard.

Worldwide On Street Vehicle Parking Meter Industry to 2028 - Growing Adoption of the Parking Meters in Developing Nations Presents Opportunities

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
City, Air pollution, Industry, Transport Department, TD, Government, Time, Leading, CAGR, Awareness, COVID-19, Growth, Credit, IP Group, Program, Parking, Solution, HKT, Geography, IEM, Metre, VPS, Renewable energy, Satellite navigation device

On street parking has strong roots of deployment in developed nations as the peoples are keen towards a modern solution the adoption ratio is higher in developed countries.

Key Points: 
  • On street parking has strong roots of deployment in developed nations as the peoples are keen towards a modern solution the adoption ratio is higher in developed countries.
  • However, with rising technological advancement and awareness about modern technologies, developing nations like India and China attract numerous market players.
  • The parking meters for on street parking locations are getting installed to facilitate users with varied payment options.
  • The overall size of the on street vehicle parking meter market has been derived using both primary and secondary sources.