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Jacobs to Support Design, Construction and Operations for Seawater Desalination Plant

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Friday, April 19, 2024

DALLAS, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: J) was selected by Water Corporation, the largest water utility in Western Australia, to design, build, operate and maintain the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant in Perth, Australia. The project, part of an alliance with Water Corporation and ACCIONA, is expected to produce 13 billion gallons (50 billion liters) of drinking water per year, scalable up to 26 billion gallons (100 billion liters) under a future project.

Key Points: 
  • "Furthermore, it recognizes Jacobs' global water capabilities, desalination experience and project delivery capability."
  • In addition to the desalination facility, the project incorporates a 2.5 mile (4.1 kilometer) offshore outfall tunnel and 1.6 mile (2.6 kilometer) clean, seawater intake tunnel.
  • Jacobs has been at the forefront of innovative desalination plant design, delivery and maintenance for decades , delivering the early-phase concepts for the Alkimos site.
  • This follows Jacobs' roles as the designer of the Sydney Desalination Plant, Gold Coast Desalination Plants, and key roles in many more desalination facilities around the globe including Carlsbad in California and Tuas 3 in Singapore.

Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) Unites Web3 for Societal Impact, launching at Blockchain Life Dubai with Bybit Web3, Harvard Blockchain Club, Solana Foundation, Moledao, Aptos, ICP.Hub UAE, Alchemy Pay as Key Partners

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Monday, April 15, 2024

These partnerships underscore a shared vision for utilizing blockchain technology to address pressing global issues and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.

Key Points: 
  • These partnerships underscore a shared vision for utilizing blockchain technology to address pressing global issues and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.
  • "As a university club deeply passionate about the potential of blockchain technology for social good, we are thrilled to be a part of the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) launch.
  • "Moledao is committed to empowering builders within the Web3 ecosystem to innovate and create solutions that drive positive change.
  • Our collaboration with the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) enhances our commitment to harnessing blockchain for global benefit.

Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) Unites Web3 for Societal Impact, launching at Blockchain Life Dubai with Bybit Web3, Harvard Blockchain Club, Solana Foundation, Moledao, Aptos, ICP.Hub UAE, Alchemy Pay as Key Partners

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 15, 2024

These partnerships underscore a shared vision for utilizing blockchain technology to address pressing global issues and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.

Key Points: 
  • These partnerships underscore a shared vision for utilizing blockchain technology to address pressing global issues and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.
  • "As a university club deeply passionate about the potential of blockchain technology for social good, we are thrilled to be a part of the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) launch.
  • "Moledao is committed to empowering builders within the Web3 ecosystem to innovate and create solutions that drive positive change.
  • Our collaboration with the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) enhances our commitment to harnessing blockchain for global benefit.

Alliant Insurance Services Acquires POPIC

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Alliant Insurance Services has acquired Property Owners Protection Insurance Company, LLC (POPIC) , a national captive program manager serving owners and managers of multifamily and single-family residential portfolios.

Key Points: 
  • Alliant Insurance Services has acquired Property Owners Protection Insurance Company, LLC (POPIC) , a national captive program manager serving owners and managers of multifamily and single-family residential portfolios.
  • POPIC’s acquisition adds additional products and underwriting capabilities within the real estate sector to the company’s Alliant Underwriting Solutions division.
  • “POPIC has a proven track record of helping large property owners and managers assume moderate and manageable risk to grow their income,” said Greg Zimmer, Chief Executive Officer of Alliant.
  • POPIC provides a comprehensive suite of services to its clients that includes structuring their captives, managing their programs, and administering tenant compliance.

Atmosphere TV and Delaware North Take Flight with a Game-Changing Partnership, Elevating Airport Experiences

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Friday, March 29, 2024

The initiative supports airport businesses by enhancing the customer experience, encouraging longer stays and increasing spending at its concessions.

Key Points: 
  • The initiative supports airport businesses by enhancing the customer experience, encouraging longer stays and increasing spending at its concessions.
  • This partnership exemplifies Delaware North's forward-thinking approach to customer service and Atmosphere's dedication to redefining TV viewership beyond the living room so it's more engaging, entertaining, and elevating than ever before.
  • "As the leading entertainment network outside the home, Atmosphere is now setting its sights higher - literally,” said CEO of Atmosphere Blake Sabatinelli.
  • With Atmosphere, we’re really setting a new standard for what TV entertainment can be while traveling.

American University of Sharjah and Sui Launch Blockchain Academy to Seed the Next Generation of web3 Builders

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

The agreed upon AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will operate under the auspices of the multidisciplinary Center of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainable Development.

Key Points: 
  • The agreed upon AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will operate under the auspices of the multidisciplinary Center of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainable Development.
  • This placement strategically aligns with entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability, underscoring the Academy's dedication to responsible and impactful technological development.
  • "The establishment of the AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will provide students with invaluable insights into contemporary and future-oriented topics," said Dr. Tod Laursen, Chancellor of American University of Sharjah.
  • The AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will pave the way for future generations to enrich and benefit this industry and the region.”

American University of Sharjah and Sui Launch Blockchain Academy to Seed the Next Generation of web3 Builders

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Sharjah, UAE, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Sui, a Layer 1 platform for decentralized computation which has grown at a torrid pace since its inception nine months ago, announced it has partnered with American University of Sharjah (AUS) to establish the AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy, a brand new blockchain academy in one of the most well-regarded academic institutions in the region, creating opportunities for hundreds of aspiring developers to learn about and ultimately advance the state of the art of the technology.

Key Points: 
  • The agreed upon AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will operate under the auspices of the multidisciplinary Center of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainable Development.
  • This placement strategically aligns with entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability, underscoring the Academy's dedication to responsible and impactful technological development.
  • "The establishment of the AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will provide students with invaluable insights into contemporary and future-oriented topics," said Dr. Tod Laursen, Chancellor of American University of Sharjah.
  • The AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy will pave the way for future generations to enrich and benefit this industry and the region.”

Hawaiian Airlines Boosts Summer Schedule

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Monday, January 22, 2024

HONOLULU, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Airlines, Hawaiʻi's hometown airline, is preparing for strong summer travel demand to and from Hawaiʻi by increasing flights between Honolulu (HNL) and Austin (AUS), Boston (BOS), Las Vegas (LAS) and Pago Pago (PPG). The airline will also add a fourth daily flight between HNL and Los Angeles (LAX) from May 24 through Sept. 2.

Key Points: 
  • "Travelers will enjoy more options and convenient schedules as they plan their summer travel to and from the islands," said Brent Overbeek, senior vice president and chief revenue officer at Hawaiian Airlines.
  • Hawaiian will operate the routes with an Airbus A330 aircraft, in addition to featuring its flagship Boeing 787-9 on select flights between LAX and HNL.
  • Guests will experience Hawaiian hospitality including culinary delights through the airline's Featured Chef Series , signature beverages by Kō Hana Rum and Maui Brewing Co ., and island treats from the Pau Hana snack cart .
  • Complimentary in-flight entertainment is offered on all transpacific flights and includes the airline's specially curated video collection, Hana Hou!

UroMems Reaches Significant Milestone: Successful Results in Clinical Feasibility Study of UroActive™ Smart Implant for Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatment

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

GRENOBLE, France and MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UroMems, a global company developing innovative, mechatronics technology to treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI), announced today it has reached a significant milestone: the complete treatment cohort in the first-of-its-kind clinical feasibility study has successfully reached the six-month primary endpoints.

Key Points: 
  • The feasibility assessment of the UroActive System was completed through a prospective multicenter clinical study .
  • UroActive is the first smart automated artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) to treat SUI, and the only one to reach this critical milestone.
  • "The results of this study will allow us to prepare our pivotal study which will be a major step in the development of UroActive."
  • SUI significantly impacts quality of life, as it can be debilitating, and often leads to depression, low self-esteem and social stigma.

UroMems Reaches Significant Milestone: Successful Results in Clinical Feasibility Study of UroActive™ Smart Implant for Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatment

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 13, 2023

GRENOBLE, France and MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UroMems, a global company developing innovative, mechatronics technology to treat stress urinary incontinence (SUI), announced today it has reached a significant milestone: the complete treatment cohort in the first-of-its-kind clinical feasibility study has successfully reached the six-month primary endpoints.

Key Points: 
  • The feasibility assessment of the UroActive System was completed through a prospective multicenter clinical study .
  • UroActive is the first smart automated artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) to treat SUI, and the only one to reach this critical milestone.
  • "The results of this study will allow us to prepare our pivotal study which will be a major step in the development of UroActive."
  • SUI significantly impacts quality of life, as it can be debilitating, and often leads to depression, low self-esteem and social stigma.