Mobility

Pascal Desroches to Update Shareholders at the 32nd Annual Deutsche Bank Media, Internet & Telecom Conference

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

To support these efforts, the company continues to expect 2024 capital investment in the $21-22 billion range

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  • To support these efforts, the company continues to expect 2024 capital investment in the $21-22 billion range
    Pascal Desroches, chief financial officer, AT&T * (NYSE:T) Inc., will speak today at the 32nd Annual Deutsche Bank Media, Internet and Telecom Conference where he will provide an update to shareholders.
  • Here are the key topics Desroches is expected to cover:
    The company's focus on leading with world-class connectivity is working.
  • AT&T continues to benefit from the connectivity-focused, investment-led strategy it laid out more than 3 years ago.
  • From the first phone call 140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives.

EQS-News: Manz AG publishes preliminary figures for the 2023 financial year and issues forecast for the 2024 financial year

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Incoming orders reached a total of EUR 195.7 million in the 2023 financial year (previous year: EUR 359.7 million).

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  • Incoming orders reached a total of EUR 195.7 million in the 2023 financial year (previous year: EUR 359.7 million).
  • The order backlog as at December 31, 2023 amounted to EUR 185.8 million (previous year: EUR 339.9 million).
  • For the full year 2024, the Managing Board of Manz AG expects revenue growth in the mid single-digit percentage range.
  • Manz AG will publish the final figures for the 2023 fiscal year with the full 2023 Annual Report on March 28, 2024.

EQS-News: Henkel delivers very strong organic sales growth and significant earnings improvement in 2023

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Organic sales growth was very strong at 4.2 percent.

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  • Organic sales growth was very strong at 4.2 percent.
  • The Adhesive Technologies business unit generated strong organic sales growth of 3.2 percent, which was driven by the business areas Mobility & Electronics, as well as Craftsmen, Construction & Professional.
  • The Consumer Brands business unit achieved very strong organic sales growth of 6.1 percent, driven particularly by the Laundry & Home Care and Hair business areas.
  • Adjusted return on sales (adjusted EBIT margin) in fiscal 2023 was significantly higher year on year at 11.9 percent (2022: 10.4 percent).

The Future of Accessibility: Toyota Mobility Foundation and MaRS Discovery District Launch the Mobility Unlimited Hub in Toronto

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Friday, March 8, 2024

In a significant step towards creating a more inclusive society, Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and MaRS Discovery District are proud to announce the launch of the Mobility Unlimited Hub.

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  • In a significant step towards creating a more inclusive society, Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and MaRS Discovery District are proud to announce the launch of the Mobility Unlimited Hub.
  • The Mobility Unlimited Hub will work to foster innovation by offering a path to successful commercialization.
  • While establishing the Mobility Unlimited Hub, Toyota Mobility Foundation and MaRS worked closely with Toronto Global, a team of experienced business advisors assisting global organizations to expand into the Toronto Region.
  • The launch of the Mobility Unlimited Hub in Toronto is just the beginning.

Driving Sustainable Transportation: ACT Expo Unveils Impressive Speaker Lineup for 13th Annual Event

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Friday, March 8, 2024

SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organizers of the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo , the largest clean advanced commercial vehicle technology event, announced its roster of confirmed speakers for the 13th annual fleet-focused event.

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., March 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organizers of the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo , the largest clean advanced commercial vehicle technology event, announced its roster of confirmed speakers for the 13th annual fleet-focused event.
  • The massive expo hall – twice the size of last year – will highlight more than 350 exhibitors and sponsors displaying more than 200 advanced commercial vehicles.
  • The expo hall will highlight more than 350 exhibitors and sponsors displaying new, advanced commercial vehicle technologies.
  • The 2023 event drew more than 12,000 attendees, with participation this year forecasted to significantly increase based on early registration numbers.

Freedom of Mobility Forum Gathers Experts with Divergent Views to Debate Future of Mobility

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The Freedom of Mobility Forum was founded on four main principles: a global, 360-degree approach; fact-based insights; openness and transparency for the public; and honest, respectful, and collaborative engagement.

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  • The Freedom of Mobility Forum was founded on four main principles: a global, 360-degree approach; fact-based insights; openness and transparency for the public; and honest, respectful, and collaborative engagement.
  • It’s clean, affordable, and reliable trains, trams and buses.”
    “The globe is warming, and it is on loan from our children.
  • I do not want my grandchildren to choose between preventing further climate change and their freedom to move!
  • Register for the live digital debate here: https://www.freedomofmobilityforum.org/en/2024-event

MPA Delivery Partners Selected for Hudson Tunnel Project, The Most Urgent Infrastructure Project in the U.S.

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Together, the firms will coordinate among all stakeholders, contractors, and consultants to ensure that the project satisfies GDC’s requirements.

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  • Together, the firms will coordinate among all stakeholders, contractors, and consultants to ensure that the project satisfies GDC’s requirements.
  • “The Hudson Tunnel Project is a critical, once-in-a-generation effort that will embody the excellence of our nation’s future infrastructure,” said Mark Fialkowski, president, North America Infrastructure for Parsons.
  • “We look forward to partnering with the Gateway Development Commission on unlocking the full economic and societal potential of the Hudson Tunnel Project.
  • “The Gateway Hudson Tunnel will be a model of resilient infrastructure to futureproof safe and sustainable travel along the nation’s most economically vital corridor.

BEV Shoppers Lack Awareness of Vehicle-to-Home, Vehicle-to-Grid Capabilities

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

When asked about vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy systems, whereby vehicle owners can leverage their BEV battery as a backup power source, 42% of vehicle shoppers reported never having heard of the concept.

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  • When asked about vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy systems, whereby vehicle owners can leverage their BEV battery as a backup power source, 42% of vehicle shoppers reported never having heard of the concept.
  • Consumers demonstrate even lower levels of recognition for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) programs, which enable BEV owners to sell power back to the grid.
  • The report seeks to understand consumer expectations of BEV charging and the charging experiences of current BEV owners.
  • This points to a need for clear, concise messaging that emphasizes the longevity of BEV batteries and demonstrates how V2H and V2G programs can help BEV owners unlock new capabilities without compromising vehicle performance.

AR/VR Headsets Surged During the Holiday Season 2023, According to IDC

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

For the full year of 2023, shipments of AR/VR headsets were down 23.5% from 2022 levels.

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  • For the full year of 2023, shipments of AR/VR headsets were down 23.5% from 2022 levels.
  • "2023 began in much the same way that 2022 ended: with a series of significant year-over-year declines," noted Ramon T. Llamas , research director with IDC's Augmented and Virtual Reality program.
  • "This reflected the situation in many other markets, and AR/VR was not immune to them.
  • However, this did allow companies throughout the ecosystem to further hone their experiences with mixed reality, artificial intelligence, and display technologies to prepare for a better 2024."

TD Awards $5 Million to U.S. Organizations Addressing Systemic Barriers to Affordable Housing

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

This year's recipients include five U.S. non-profit organizations providing innovative solutions that address systemic barriers to affordable housing across the continuum from transitional to permanent homes.

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  • This year's recipients include five U.S. non-profit organizations providing innovative solutions that address systemic barriers to affordable housing across the continuum from transitional to permanent homes.
  • The lack of affordable housing causes serious ripple effects that impact everything from health outcomes to educational opportunities to overall financial security," said Shelley Sylva, Head of U.S. Corporate Citizenship at TD Bank.
  • "Through the TD Ready Challenge, we're standing behind organizations with promising new ideas to address systemic barriers to permanent and stable housing in communities across our footprint and helping to create additional economic opportunities for all."
  • "Clarifi is proposing a multi-intervention strategy to address barriers to affordable and sustainable housing for low-to-moderate individuals and families in the Greater Philadelphia area.