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46th Tokyo Motor Show 2019, October 24 – November 4, 2019

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The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. (JAMA) will hold the 46th Tokyo Motor Show 2019 over a period of 12 days from October 24 through November 4. The theme for this year’s show, “OPEN FUTURE,” is not limited to automobiles/motorcycles/commercial vehicles and auto-related displays, but broadens its scope to include innovative developments from other industries. Tokyo Motor Show 2019 will also be more expansive than ever in terms of venue size, taking place at Tokyo Big Sight and in the surrounding Odaiba area to allow more people to experience the exciting new events and programs it will offer.

Summary of New Tokyo Motor Show Events and Programs:

1. Future Expo
At the FUTURE EXPO exhibit, cutting-edge technologies will be featured from roughly 60 corporations and entities, including NTT, Panasonic, NEC, Fujitsu and other member companies of the Olympic and Paralympic Economic Council. The MEGA WEB space will comprise over 90 stations where visitors can enjoy direct encounters with the future!

2. Open Road
The 1.5 km-long “Open Road” walkway will link the Ariake and Aomi areas in the show’s venue. Experience the future with micromobility and personal mobility rides, electric scooters, cart rides that can be enjoyed by kids, and other uncommon types of mobility.

Test drives & rides: Micromobility Test Drive, Personal Mobility Test Drive, Electric Scooter Test Drive, Kids’ “Cart Experience”
Exhibit: Approximately 70 vehicles representing different types of mobility will be displayed across the Open Road; cool, cute, or unusual, this program has it all.

Stage and related events:
1) FAI Drone Tokyo 2019 Racing & Conference
Japan’s first drone race approved by the FAI (Fédération Aéronautique Internationale, or International Aviation Federation) will take place at the Tokyo Motor Show. An innovative performance combining a stage event by Hinatazaka46 with e-Sports will provide visitors with a completely new type of entertainment. A collaboration with KDDI will also provide breathtaking 4K videos utilizing 5G technology.
2) Supercar Collection
With the cooperation of the Japan SuperCar Association, visitors will be able to view uncommon supercars up close. Supercars, customized cars, and two-wheeled and three-wheeled motorcycles from overseas will also be on display at various locations throughout the show’s venue.

3. e-Motorsports
With the program at MEGA STAGE, visitors will get a chance to experience the driving dynamics of real cars and the excitement of motorsports through various e-Motorsports events. The combination of gaming and reality will be showcased with Gran Turismo SPORT, available exclusively for PlayStation®4 (Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.), and the “FIA Gran Turismo Championship 2019 World Tour Round 5,” a real-world component of the game’s FIA Gran Turismo Championship 2019, will allow visitors to watch the heated battle between top players from around the world up close and experience Gran Turismo SPORT using the same set-up used by the professional e-Motorsports drivers. Other events to be held at this venue include the e-Motorsports “Under-18 Inter-Prefecture Japan Championship” featuring the top drivers under 18 years of age from all around Japan; the Manufacturers’ Championship; and the single-make GR Supra GT Cup.

4. Out of KidZania in TMS2019
In collaboration with KidZania, children will be able to roleplay as employees at car manufacturers, parts manufacturers and mobile communication companies. A “City Where Kids Can Work” will be set up within the Aomi Exhibiton Hall where children will have the opportunity to experience what goes on in automotive maintenance, manufacturing, clay modelling, remote control operation and other car-related jobs. Kids who participate in a KidZania program will receive a coupon at the end which they can exchange for a gift.

For further details on these and other programs at Tokyo Motor Show 2019, please visit the show’s official website @ https://www.tokyo-motorshow.com/en/.

Functional Fabric Fair, October 22-23 2019, Oregon Convention Center, Portland

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Taiwan Showcases Latest Innovative Smart & Functional Textiles at Functional Fabric Fair Portland

The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) will be showcasing the country’s leading sustainable textiles and performance fabrics during the Taiwan Smart & Functional Textiles Press Conference at the Functional Fabric Fair in Portland (https://www.functionalfabricfair.com/en-gb/LAUNCHING-IN-PORTLAND.html). On Tuesday, October 22nd from 2-3 pm, attendees will have the opportunity to take part in the discussion by industry leaders on the latest trends in eco-textiles, how choosing the right fabric can reduce a company’s carbon footprint and more in the Oregon Convention Center conference room C123.

“Taiwan leading textile manufacturers supply the world’s best sports and outdoor brands with high-quality fabrics for their performance apparel,” said Ruth Chang, Director of Taiwan Trade Center, Vancouver. “As the world’s largest producer of functional fabric, the country’s textile industry is home to cutting-edge techniques, new technologies and the development of groundbreaking industry standards.”

Taiwan’s textile industry is a major provider of functional fabrics for well-known international outdoor and sportswear brands and is widely recognized across the globe. Today, Taiwan accounts for 70% of the world’s output of functional fabrics. The Taiwan Smart & Functional Textiles Press Conference will feature presentations from the most influential companies within Taiwan’s textile industry, including:

Singtex Industrial Company, Ltd. (Booth #620) is one of Taiwan’s most prominent fabric manufacturers. Founded in 1989, Singtex has placed an emphasis on the continuous R&D of new fashion, functional and environment-friendly fabrics. Having several patented technologies, Singtex provides water repellent and breathable fabric, which is widely used by many well-known outdoor brands. Singtex also developed the odor-controlling S.Café® yarn, which is made from coffee grounds and recycled bottles.

Men-Chuen Fibre Industry Co., Ltd. (Booth #105) is a renowned textile knitting and dyeing & finishing manufacturer, as well as an important importer and exporter of textiles. Headquartered in Taipei City, Men-Chuen has provided fashionable yet functional woven goods to international markets since founded in 1987. With a focus on innovation and R&D, Men-Chuen quickly responds to the requirements of the market and its clients —including the world’s leading sports brands—with top-of-the-line, green textiles.

Hyperbola (Booth #308) is a fresh but creative textile company that has grown rapidly to become one of top 4 textile enterprises in Taiwan. Founded in 2001, Hyperbola’s vision is to present functional fashion ideas and never restrain itself by traditional limits. Run by a team with diverse educational backgrounds and strengths, the company continues to position itself as an innovative, industry-leading textile company that integrates design and performance fabrics.

Today, nearly 50% of all fabric is made from recycled materials and Taiwan is leading this big change throughout the global textile industry. Recycled yarns—used for apparel, industrial and sport accessories—are growing in importance and are a core part of the Taiwan textile industry in order to reduce negative impact to the environment. As a leader in recycled polymer and polymer blends, the country is constantly introducing new sustainable textile developments, which combine high-tech, ecology, function and life aesthetics, such as the latest recycled Nylon from ocean waste and water-free dyeing setting new definitions to modern textiles.

With the strong development and integration abilities for functional artificial fibers, as well as the ability to provide a wide variety of customized fabrics in small quantities, Taiwan continues to develop competitive advantages in functional, environmental-friendly and smart fabric. Our textile industry also features low pollution and low energy consumption with production process, innovative technologies in its semiconductor and biomedical industries, electronic components, and cross industrial integration.

To register for the press conference, contact the TAITRA team at [email protected]

Taiwan Excellence
The symbol of Taiwan Excellence was established in 1992 by Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs, and subsequently the Taiwan Excellence Selection was launched the following year. The selection is based on the distinct criteria of R&D, quality, design, and marketing. Products that have been selected for the Taiwan Excellence Awards would serve as examples of the domestic industries and be promoted by the government in the international market in an effort to shape the creative image for Taiwanese businesses. This year marks the 27th selection, making the symbol of Taiwan Excellence a prestigious brand for enterprises in Taiwan to strive and be recognized by, and is highly reputed throughout the world. Please visit www.taiwanexcellence.org for more information.

About TAITRA
Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the foremost non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization in Taiwan. Founded in 1970 to help promote foreign trade, TAITRA is jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations, and several commercial organizations. TAITRA assists Taiwanese businesses in strengthening their international competitiveness and in dealing with the challenges they face in foreign markets. TAITRA boasts a well-coordinated trade promotion and information network consisting of over 1,200 trained specialists stationed throughout its Taipei headquarters and 60 branches worldwide. Together with sister organizations, the Taiwan Trade Center (TTC) and Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC), TAITRA has created a wealth of trade opportunities through effective promotion strategies.

Franchise Expo Houston, October 4-5 2019

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MFV Expositions, the world’s largest producers of franchise expos, is gearing up to host Franchise Expo Houston on October 4-5 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Thousands of entrepreneurs, small business owners and prospective franchisees will have the opportunity to speak face-to-face with high-level executives from over 100 franchise brands across various industries and investment levels as they dive into the world of franchising.

Coming off the heels of the tremendously-successful Franchise Expo Chicago, MFV Expositions aims to replicate the show format and welcome thousands of qualified attendees to this two-day event. Houston is home to a thriving, $476-plus billion business economy that has rapidly diversified and continues to attract entrepreneurial talent, making it an ideal region to host this event.

Franchise Expo Houston will serve as a one-stop shop for budding entrepreneurs seeking to invest in franchise opportunities and franchisors looking to expand their brand footprint. In addition to the vast networking opportunities, attendees will have the option to participate in 24 free seminars and four in-depth workshops to learn the ins and outs of the franchise industry from distinguished panels of franchise professionals. There will also be a Franchise Expo Theatre located on the show floor that will provide complimentary educational seminars. Additionally, there will be a mentoring area adjacent to the theatre where volunteer consultants from SCORE, SBDC, SBA and WBC will be on hand to provide business advice in one-on-one sessions to assist with financing, budgeting and investment questions.

“The ability to provide franchisors and prospective franchisees with the resources they need to fulfill their entrepreneurial dreams and excel in their business endeavors is our driving force,” said Tom Portesy, President and CEO of MFV Expositions. “The franchise business model is such an advantageous business opportunity for both parties, and we can’t wait to hear the success stories and see the newly-signed deals that result from Franchise Expo Houston.”

For individuals interested in attending, advanced discounted rates are $10 and are available until October 3. After that, tickets can only be purchased on site at $20. Those who register online and use the promo code FISHMAN will receive complimentary entry and access to seminars.

To learn more about the upcoming Franchise Expo Houston, visit www.franchiseexpohouston.com.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) is the official sponsor of Franchise Expo Houston, while strategic partners include the U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORE, SBDC, WBC and the Houston Area Urban League, among others.

About MFV Expositions
For more than 25 years, MFV Expositions Comexposium has been the world’s largest producer of franchise expos. Known for its highly-successful, U.S.-based franchise events and overseas shows, the company offers high-quality, face-to-face opportunities for franchisees and franchisors looking to grow the industry. In addition, MFV offers access to online franchise opportunities through web-based resources. Please visit www.betheboss.com for more info.

SOURCE MFV Expositions
http://www.betheboss.com

Innovative Inventions at Taiwan Innotech Expo 2019, September 26, 2019, Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1, Taipei, Taiwan

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The Innovative Invention Pavilion at the Taiwan Innotech Expo (TIE), co-hosted by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Ministry of Education and executed by Industrial Technology Research Institute, will be held at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1 on September 26, 2019. This exhibition has attracted universities and research institutes to give their own take on the theme of “Get Inspired Beyond Imagination”, showing how they have made technological innovations possible in smart applications in smart lift and the fields of smart health, smart Traffic and smart energy. 59 new technologies will be on display and seek for technology transfers and commercialization opportunities.

The Innovative Invention Pavilion at the Taiwan Innotech Expo (TIE) has 59 new technologies which will be on display and seek for technology transfers and commercialization opportunities.

The highlight technologies are listed below:

Fume Extractor with Smart Detection
Developed by Southern Taiwan University of Technology and Science, this fume extractor with smart detection is the combination of a fume extractor and a smart detector, possessing tri-layer detection as well as prevention and monitoring functions. This device can activate the fan and filter the air immediately upon detection of abnormal PM2.5 levels or high concentrations of hazardous gas. With both gas detection and indoor air circulation capabilities, this device ensures all but the best air quality within walls.

Electricity-free Fan-based Dehumidifier
The National Taiwan Ocean University’s electricity-free fan-based dehumidifier is a revolutionary technology based on a modification of metal-air fuel cells which utilizes dehydrated calcium chloride to suck the moisture from humid air, using liquid water as a medium to power the metal-air fuel cell. This cell can be wired to an air pump, affixed with a fan, and then placed in a wardrobe to facilitate the exchange of air and circulation, achieving the goals of dehumidification and deodorization. Furthermore, the electricity-free fan-based dehumidifier uses eco-friendly, low-polluting materials, contributing to a sustainable environment.

The First Small Molecule Drug in the Market to Reverse Diabetes
The first small molecule drug in the market to reverse diabetes was developed by Academia Sinica. The drug consists of a type of small molecular compound used to reverse type 2 diabetes: a novel small molecular drug including an accompanying protein inhibitor to achieve the treatment and reversal of diabetes. Academia Sinica pointed out that since this antidiabetic invention consists of an inhibitor that targets a new area, it is the first-in-class small molecule antidiabetic drug, with already 3 patents either acquired or pending. Since diabetes couldn’t be reversed or cured until now, there are 400 million people suffering from diabetes worldwide, with Taiwan accounting for 2 million among them. The annual global diabetes drug market is valued at US$50 billion. Judging from the 5% penetration rate in the drug market, Academia Sinica estimates that these patents may bring forth an astounding US$2.5 billion worth of economic gain.

Non-Invasive Handheld Optical Inspection Device for Skin Physiological Parameters
The National Cheng Kung University uses diffuse reflection spectroscopy to accurately determine the concentration of bilirubin. This technology can be embedded in an easy-to-carry handheld/wearable device to respond swiftly with medical measures when required, lowering the chances of post-jaundice complications in infants and adults alike. Such a device would carry considerably high medical and market value.

Sperm Sorter and Sperm Sorting Method
The National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) has developed a sperm sorter along with a sperm sorting method that uses sperm sorting chips to sort the sperm of infertile male patients with low sperm count or sperm with low motility. This innovation has two features: (1) The top 1% high-motility sperm cells can be sorted out and used in IVFs (in vitro fertilization), specialized treatment of sperm cells or ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection); (2) the chip structure is designed to stimulate sperm motility by 20%, increasing greatly the overall number of motile sperm, and can be used in IUI (intrauterine insemination). The sperm sorting method may also be used for sorting out the x and y sperms of animals (swine), which gives a ratio of 65(x):35 (y) upon sorting. It is hoped that this method will solve the problem of breeding special animal species or highly expensive livestock and increase their numbers.

Quantum Dot Displays with New Hydrophilic, Oxygen-insulating Material
Professor Chun-Feng Lai from the Department of Photonics at Feng Chia University has developed an eco-friendly, cadmium-free quantum dot display (FCU-PQD), encasing cadmium-free perovskite QDs in a spherical shell 30 nanometers in diameter with the help of oxidizers. This technology is capable of repairing the surface defects of QDs to improve quantum efficiency and achieve a hydrophilic effect, oxygen insulation and increased FCU-PQD reliability. Compared to available QD products on the market, this QD display performs better and can be used in photonic panels, LEDs, and biomedical materials.

Energy-saving Glass and Its Manufacturing Method
NTHU developed a new energy saving glass by creating a layer of regular HCP (hexagonal close-packed) metallic nano-structure on the glass with nano-imprinting technology. This new glass possesses advantages such as a lightweight design and wavelength selectivity with a single material, which can reduce the penetration rate of UV and IR light, allow only visible light to pass through, and save energy spent on lighting and air conditioning for residences and office buildings. This energy-saving glass may even be combined with commercially available energy-saving film for enhanced conservation effect. The glass itself can be shaped into a filter lens, a power conversion module or a filter screen for cell phones and computers, and therefore well suits the needs of the green materials industry, optical component suppliers, panel suppliers, and nano-imprinting equipment manufacturers.
Everything displayed at the Innovative Invention Pavilion is either commercialized or will be available soon to meet societal and industrial needs. Tech enthusiasts are welcome to experience and enjoy these exhibits at the venue.

International Suppliers Gather to Promote New Tech Development

TIE is also responsible for connecting international institutes and facilitating regional partnerships. Global players from Southeast Asia, Europe, America and Japan, including 13 startups, were invited to showcase in the Innovative Invention Pavilion. Among them were Hiraya Water, a smart water-management company from the Philippines; the U.S. company Moodbit, which applies AI to analyze and improve employee moods; and the Philippine company Pearlpay, which provides digital banking solutions. The presence of these international companies at TIE enriches the event and provides opportunities to forge global partneships through intellectual property and technology collaboration and tech companies, further bolstering Taiwan’s status as an international medium for IP and tech services.

Taiwan Innotech Expo

Date: September 26-28, 2019
Location: Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1
Website: https://tie.twtm.com.tw/

SOURCE Industrial Technology Research Institute
https://www.itri.org.tw

LabelExpo Europe, September 24-27 2019, Brussels, Belgium

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Ahlstrom-Munksjö Showcases its Global Platform of Sustainable Release Liners at LabelExpo

Ahlstrom-Munksjö will display its global release liner capabilities at LabelExpo Europe, September 24-27 in Brussels, Belgium. Renewability and the power of natural fibers will be the company’s themes at the world’s largest labeling show. Fibers are one of the wonders of nature, and expanding their role by developing sustainable everyday products is our mission.

In the release liner business, the customer-centric strategy of Ahlstrom-Munksjö’s will increasingly focus on strengthening long term business relationships, by delivering durable customer value through product, service, innovation and sustainability.

“Product performance and quality are the first cornerstones of our value proposition. Our customers need to count on liners that run perfectly on high-speed coaters and which can be trusted in the most demanding technical applications. For this reason, we work closely with them to design or customize the most suitable liner characteristics, but we also continuously invest in asset upgrades that will sustain and advance product quality level,” says Marco Troglia, Vice President, Release Liners.

Through diverse release liner technologies, Ahlstrom-Munksjö offers the most comprehensive range of paper substrates, matching the needs of all release liner segments, from PSA (pressure sensitive adhesives) labeling to specialty tapes, hygiene and medical to PSA graphics, composites to food and baking.

Multiple release liner manufacturing sites in Europe, North America and South America also put the company in a good position to further raise its service levels. “We aim to serve our customers in all regions with flexibility and proactivity, which should not be limited by our larger size. That is enabled by highly efficient operations that provide back-up opportunities and security of supply, and – most importantly – by developing a customer-centric culture in a lean and agile organization,” says, Ludovica Peretto, Head of Sales & Marketing, Release Liners.

Moreover, growing bigger means accessing a broader array of competences and R&D capabilities, with new opportunities that derive from cross-fertilization between businesses or geographies. The company’s new R&D organization combines solid fiber and chemistry competences with a strong business focus, and explores any fiber, process and coating option to develop next generation release liners.

Sustainability is always a high priority: since 2019, an expanded eco-design methodology is embedded in the innovation process, and all product development projects go through an assessment to determine if and in what dimensions they will provide a more sustainable solution than the existing ones.

Ahlstrom-Munksjö has been awarded with three consecutive Gold ratings from Ecovadis, a platform designed to evaluate supplier CSR performance in global supply chains. Ecovadis methodology, which is already adopted by thousands of companies, including over 300 large multinationals, placed Ahlstrom-Munksjö among the top 1% most sustainable companies assessed, regardless of their sector of activity.

Ahlstrom-Munksjö in brief
Ahlstrom-Munksjö is a global leader in fiber-based materials, supplying innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers. Our mission is to expand the role of fiber-based solutions for sustainable everyday life. Our offering includes filter materials, release liners, food and beverage processing materials, decor papers, abrasive and tape backings, electrotechnical paper, glass fiber materials, medical fiber materials and solutions for diagnostics as well as a range of specialty papers for industrial and consumer end-uses. Our annual net sales is about EUR 3 billion and we employ some 8,000 people. The Ahlstrom-Munksjö share is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and Stockholm. Read more at www.ahlstrom-munksjo.com.

SOURCE Ahlstrom-Munksjö

Milken Institute Asia Summit Explores “Asia at a Crossroads”, September 19 2019 in Singapore

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More than 1,500 international leaders in finance, business, government, technology, philanthropy, academia, and media from dozens of countries are gathering in Singapore this week to share insights and solutions to the most significant issues driving growth, catalyzing development, and transforming the Asia-Pacific region as we know it.

The Milken Institute Asia Summit, set for September 19-20, will tackle timely issues confronting “Asia at a Crossroads” in collaborative sessions encompassing integration in the global economy, the increase in political and civic engagement, power shifts and limitations of economic freedom, the potential of philanthropy, the burden of longevity, and Asia on the forefront of digitalization.

The program features Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Heng Swee Keat in dialogue with Milken Institute chairman Michael Milken. Singapore’s Minister for Communications and Information & Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations S Iswaran will give ministerial remarks at the close of the Summit. Other prominent speakers include Malaysian political leader Dato’ Seri Anwar bin Ibrahim, former New Zealand Prime Minister and United Nations Development Programme administrator Helen Clark, Philippines Central Bank Governor Benjamin Diokno, Chairman of Uber and Northrop Grumman Corporation Ronald Sugar, investor and co-founder of Oaktree Capital Howard Marks, and CEO of CITIC Capital Yichen Zhang, GO-JEK co-founder Kevin Aluwi, and others.

“By convening top experts, innovators, and influencers from different backgrounds and viewpoints, we can gain insights and expertise to construct programs and policy initiatives to ultimately help people build meaningful lives,” said Michael Klowden, CEO of the Milken Institute. “It is the diversity of perspectives and depth of conversation throughout the conference that make the Asia Summit unique. In only six years, this event has grown to be the Institute’s second largest gathering.”

“Asia has been the center of global dynamism and enterprise, but must increasingly face the complexities and challenges that come hand-in-hand with its rapid growth and deepening globalization,” said Laura Deal Lacey, executive director of the Milken Institute in Asia. “To create an inclusive environment where everyone has the access to opportunities to create better lives for themselves, leaders must continue to forge strong partnerships, develop collaborative solutions, and take the best path forward.”

In addition to the Asia Summit, the Milken Institute will host the fourth annual Women Leaders in Finance Summit on September 18. Created to inspire the next generation of women leaders in finance, the event provides an industry-wide collaborative platform that connects Asia’s influential leaders and rising stars from the worlds of business and finance for stimulating discussions on current issues, leadership, and empowerment.

The Milken Institute Asia Summit may be monitored through social media with the hashtag #MIGlobal.

As part of the Asia Summit, the Milken Institute is publishing The Power of Ideas, a collection of thought-provoking essays about the future of Asia and the region’s global impact. The series features contributions from Nobel Laureate José Ramos Horta, executives such as TPG co-CEO and founding partner Jim Coulter, chairman, AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins and CDPQ’s Wai Leng Leong, and influential academics such as James Crabtree of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and Farah Pandith of Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government.

For a complete agenda and list of speakers at the Asia Summit and Women Leaders in Finance Summit, visit www.milkeninstitute.org

About the Milken Institute

The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank that helps people build meaningful lives, in which they can experience health and well-being, pursue effective education and gainful employment, and access the resources required to create ever-expanding opportunities for themselves and their broader communities. For more information, visit www.milkeninstitute.org.

32nd Gastech Exhibition and Conference will be held in Singapore on September 8 – 10, 2020 at Singapore EXPO

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Gastech 2019 today announced that it will host a Gastech 2020 Panel Briefing session on September 19 from 12:30 – 1:00 p.m. CT. The briefing will be held at the Global Talent Exchange Theatre (Booth W21) at NRG.

The 32nd Gastech Exhibition and Conference will be held in Singapore on September 8 – 10, 2020 at Singapore EXPO.

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During the briefing, dmg will announce that the 32nd Gastech Exhibition and Conference will be held in Singapore on September 8 – 10, 2020 at Singapore EXPO. The event was previously held in Singapore in 2015.

dmg executives Jenny Kelly, Conference Director; John Whitaker, Vice President of Marketing; and Nick Ornstien, Vice President of Events – Global Energy, will speak at the Panel Briefing, and representatives from the Singapore Tourism Board will attend.

“We are thrilled to bring the conference back to Asia,” said Ornstien. “Singapore is quickly emerging as an energy center of the future and a venue for important players in the gas, LNG and energy space to network and exchange ideas that will bolster the evolution of the global energy market.”

“Hosting Gastech for the second time is testament to Singapore’s reputation as a leading business events destination where event planners can draw on our ecosystem of opportunities, networks and ideas. Our strategic location, coupled with a supportive pro-business environment, continues to bring together people and ideas from around the world. We also expect Gastech to strengthen our efforts to position Singapore as a top-of-mind LNG Trading Hub. We look forward to welcoming the event and delegates to Singapore,” said Andrew Phua, Director of Exhibitions and Conferences, Singapore Tourism Board.

As with every Gastech event, the 2020 speakers comprise an extraordinary line up of energy sector leaders, experts and influencers. Headline speakers already committed will be announced at the Panel Briefing.

Prior to the 12:30 p.m. CT Gastech 2020 Panel Briefing, Gastech will brief individuals interested in speaking at Gastech 2020 on the call for papers process for next year’s Strategic and Technical conferences. There will be more than 50 sessions for which papers may be submitted. All papers submitted will be reviewed by the conference’s Governing Body, comprised of senior industry professionals representing the full global gas and LNG supply chains.

Singapore EXPO is a leading venue in Asia and the largest purpose-built MICE facility in Singapore. With a total of 123,000 sq. meters of indoor and outdoor space, Singapore EXPO can be easily configured to accommodate exhibitions, conferences, meetings, gala dinners and consumer shows. In 2018, it was recognized as the Best Business Event Venue at the Singapore Tourism Awards ceremony.

Registration is now open for Gastech 2020. For more information, visit the conference website here.

About Gastech

Gastech is the most comprehensive global gas and LNG event, bringing together upstream, midstream and downstream professionals to convene and conduct business. The event spans nearly 590,000 square feet of exhibition space, showcasing over 700 international, regional and local exhibitors while gathering over 35,000 international professionals from across the global gas, LNG and energy industries. More than 3,500 delegates and 1,200 ministers, government officials, presidents, managing directors, CEOs and chairmen will hear from 400 senior speakers from across all industry sectors. Gastech’s website is www.gastechevent.com.

Gastech is a flagship event among dmg events’ 80 event portfolio. dmg events is an international exhibitions and publishing company serving professional communities in diverse industries including construction, energy, coatings, transport, hospitality and design.

About dmg events

dmg events is a leading organiser of face-to-face events and a publisher of trade magazines. We aim to keep businesses informed and connect them with relevant communities to create vibrant marketplaces and to accelerate their business through face-to-face events.

dmg events organises more than 80 events across 25 countries, attracting over 425,000 attendees and delegates every year. The company’s portfolio of products includes many industry-leading events in the energy, construction, hospitality & design, coatings and transportation sectors. ADIPEC, The Big 5, Gastech, EGYPS, The Hotel Show and INDEX are the company’s flagship events. For more information visit www.dmgevents.com.

Founded in 1989, the company is headquartered in Dubai, UAE, and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT, www.dmgt.co.uk), one of the largest media companies in the United Kingdom.

About DMGT

DMGT manages a portfolio of companies that provide businesses and consumers with compelling information, analysis, insight, events, news and entertainment. The Group takes a long-term approach to investment and has market-leading positions in consumer media, insurance risk, property information, education technology, energy information and events & exhibitions. In total, DMGT generates revenues of around £1.4bn.

2019 China Toy Expo, October 16-18, 2019, Shanghai New International Expo Center

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Organized by China Toy & Juvenile Products Association (CTJPA), the 18th China Toy Expo (CTE 2019) will take place October 16-18, 2019 at Shanghai New International Expo Center. As China’s No.1 B2B trade fair for toys and baby products, CTE brings together the latest products, world-renowned brands, industry development trends and business professionals of all functions throughout the value chain. It is a one-stop sourcing platform for international buyers as well as an efficient gateway for international brands to tap into China’s market.

This year, CTE will expand its exhibition scale to 230,000sqm hosting 2,400 exhibitors with nearly 5,000 popular brands covering the most comprehensive categories of products.

CTE receives tremendous support from local governments of main toy production regions like Guangdong, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, which are also the major toy export bases. Leading enterprises from production regions participate in our expo as featured pavilions and showcase all categories of toys including wooden toy, plastic toy, plush toy, and sports equipment. These exclusive advantages drive CTE to be the most comprehensive toy expo worldwide. Moreover, CTE is the best channel for international buyers to understand the China toy industry and toy manufacturers and have an opportunity to connect with quality suppliers from China that are not available at other shows, helping them develop a competitive edge in the market.

In recent years, technology advancement and economic development in China has injected a new dynamic into the toy industry. Instead of mainly focusing on OEM production in the past, manufacturers are attaching greater importance to design and innovation. At the 2019 CTE, experienced Chinese OEM/ODM manufacturers, key domestic enterprises with their own IPRs and brand names will present their latest products and technological innovation.

In addition, CTE offers a diverse program of events, seminars and forums, where new products will be released and industry experts will come together to share insights and interpret market regulations, standards and the future development trends.

Held annually since its initiation in 2002, 2019 China Toy Expo will be co-located with China Kids Expo, China Preschool Expo and China Licensing Expo. The four shows will combine to present everything visitors need in toys, baby products, preschool resources and licensing industry.

SOURCE China Toy & Juvenile Products Association

Automotive World Nagoya 2019, September 18-20 2019, Port Messe Nagoya, Nagoya, Japan

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Originally, “Automotive World” is the world’s largest automotive technology exhibition held in Tokyo. Since Nagoya is the center of the Japanese automobile industry, exhibitions have been held here since last year.

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LG Innotek to Participate in Automotive World Nagoya 2019
LG Innotek today announced it will participate in “Automotive World Nagoya 2019”, an automotive technology exhibition held in Port Messe Nagoya, Nagoya, Japan, for three days from 18th to 20th this month.

LG Innotek has organized an exhibition booth that reflects the latest automotive trends such as advanced vehicle lighting and connected cars. In the exhibition, the company will show a total of 20 cutting-edge vehicle parts under the themes of vehicle LED modules and communication modules.

– For vehicle LED modules, the company will introduce “Nexlide series”, the next generation vehicle LED light sources, reflecting the company’s unique light-emitting structure design technology.

“Nexlide-HD”, first unveiled at this exhibition, emits bright and even light from all five surfaces except the substrate contact surface, which is the first time in the industry. This product can produce uniform light without extra parts such as plastic molds and Inner Lens. The reason is that the company applied its own optical design technology and used LED packages that spread the light almost 180 degrees wide.

Vehicle exterior lamps equipped with this product have thickness that is 30% of the existing ones. In addition to that, the product enables the production of unique vehicle lightings with various designs such as straight lines, curved lines, waves, and three-dimensional figures. This is possible because the product is made of silicone and can produce shapes freely.

Also, visitors can see all of the company’s Nexlide products such as “Nexlide-L”, which implements the thinnest beam width of 2.6mm among the vehicle exterior LED lightings, and the ultra-thin “Nexlide-C”, which enables three-dimensional images.

– For communication module parts, the company will introduce V2X modules, including “C-V2X” (Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything) which is attracting attention as the next-generation automotive part, as well as Bluetooth / Wi-Fi modules, cellular modules, and low-power Bluetooth solutions.

LG Innotek’s communication modules are compatible with various standards including communication standards, providing excellent compatibility. They are expected to be key components that will enhance the safety of connected cars and autonomous vehicles in the future due to their excellent durability and reliability.

V2X modules are state-of-the-art products that exchange information between vehicles and objects. In this exhibition, C-V2X module, which can use mobile communication technology, and DSRC-V2X module, which is based on dedicated short range communication (DSRC), will be introduced.

The Bluetooth / Wi-Fi modules are components that implement short-range wireless communication such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi in a vehicle. The cellular modules are products that enable services such as emergency rescue, theft prevention, voice call, data communication, and vehicle position check using a mobile communication network.

There is also a space to experience BLE solutions for connectivity between vehicles and smartphones. This technology detects driver’s position automatically and allows him to open and close the vehicle’s door or starting-up.

A representative from the company said, “We will prove our competitiveness through vehicle parts that provide innovative and differentiated value to our customers.”

The company will be available for meetings at Automotive World Nagoya 2019 at booth #115 at the Hall 3.

SOURCE LG Innotek

Apex Expo Drives Global Thought Leadership for End-to-End Airline Passenger Experience, 9-12 September 2019, Los Angeles

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This week, C-suite executives from Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, JetBlue, Flybe, LATAM Brasil, Virgin Atlantic, JSX, and Star Alliance headlined APEX EXPO, the most comprehensive and exclusive passenger experience marketplace and thought leadership conference for the airline industry. Co-located in Los Angeles 9-12 September with IFSA (International Flight Services Association) EXPO and AIX (Aircraft Interiors Expo) Americas, this four-day premier event saw more than 5,000 industry decision-makers from over 125 global airlines.

Celebrating 40 years of APEX EXPO, this year’s C-Suite keynotes, emceed by BBC World News’ Aaron Heslehurst, set the industry’s priorities for the next decade in regard to the complete end-to-end passenger experience:

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian discussed how Delta has made sustainability a core value, with each of their aircraft reducing their fuel footprint by 25% while enhancing customer experience.
JetBlue President & COO Joanna Geraghty shared the airline’s commitment and focus to elevating travel-related stress with biometric solutions for the entire traveling public.

Spirit Airlines CEO & President Ted Christie unveiled two new seating products: updated Big Front Seats with a 2-2 configuration and feature an ergonomically designed headrest, memory foam, and new economy seats that will provide an additional two inches of passenger knee space within the existing space. In addition, Spirit’s new middle seat will benefit from an extra inch of width compared to window and aisle seats.

Virgin Atlantic CEO Shai Weiss announced their new fleet of Airbus A350s taking flight this week proudly with the 2020 APEX Five Star Global Airline rating at the entryway of the aircraft in addition to their focus on special touches that are reflected in their customer satisfaction.

JSX (formally JetSuiteX) CEO Alex Wilcox proudly shared that JSX is the fastest growing airline in North America, flying 2,400 flights per month compared to 1,000 flights per month just a year ago. In addition, he committed to over 4,000 flights per month by APEX EXPO 2020.

Star Alliance CEO Jeffrey Goh focused on the potential of passenger biometric data interchange between its airlines using single token biometrics. In addition, he shared that Star Alliance is working to interchange frequent flyer information more seamlessly for a more rewarding travel experience.

Xiamen Airlines Chairman Zhao Dong highlighted his airline’s leadership in advancing United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to drive the long-term positive development of the aviation industry. Following the Chairman’s keynote it was announced that Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Aeroméxico, LATAM, and Virgin Atlantic would be the next to collaborate with the UN on the SDGs.

In addition to keynoting APEX EXPO, the CEOs convened for the APEX/IFSA Board of Governors, chaired by Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian. This exclusive group of airline executives unanimously identified sustainability and biometrics as priorities for the industry.

As part of the 40th Anniversary activities, APEX was proud to host its first-ever APEX EXPO Women Leaders in Aviation Networking Lunch, with LATAM Brasil CEO Emeritus Claudia Sender, Oman Air SVP Guest Experience and Branding Xia Cai, Viasat Senior Vice President and CFO Shawn Duffy, JetBlue Airways Director Product Development Mariya Stoyanova, Etihad Airways Vice President Guest Services and Delivery Linda Celestino, APEX Executive Director Katie Geraghty Goshgarian. In what was once a strongly male-dominated industry, these groundbreaking female executives discussed how they are shaping aviation through technology and innovation and leadership.

Attendees of APEX EXPO also took part in world-class thought leadership seminars that covered topics such as connectivity, cloud services, biometrics, content, personalization, in-flight entertainment, and artificial intelligence. APEX EXPO was also happy to host chief executives from Air Tahiti Nui, Kuwait Airways, and Air Italy.

“APEX is honored to have served a record number of our global airlines and key suppliers across APEX EXPO, IFSA EXPO, and AIX Expo Americas,” APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader stated. “APEX takes its role in accelerating the airline industry and advancing passenger experience for the next decade ahead as our central mission driving the end-to-end future travel experience.”

APEX also celebrated the top airlines and vendors who, over the last year, have elevated the passenger experience at the inaugural APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony. The Points Guy CEO and Founder Brian Kelly proudly hosted the event for his third year in a row. The industry’s best-of-the-best received awards in the following categories:

APEX/IFSA Awards: Airline and vendors who have successfully implemented new programs and services this year were honored. Click here for the 2020 winners.
The Official Airline Ratings™: Four- and Five-star airlines were recognized as part of the only airline rating program based solely on verified, validated, and certified passenger feedback. Click here for the 2020 Four and Five Star airlines.
Passenger Choice Awards: Airlines who provide excellence in seat comfort, cabin service, food and beverage, entertainment, and Wi-Fi. Click here for the 2020 recipients.
APEX also honored Brinder Bhatia, a leader from Panasonic Avionics who worked tirelessly to push the in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) technology industry forward in building both custom and customizable systems that made IFEC central to the passenger experience for virtually every airline.

In addition to its annual global EXPO, APEX hosts multiple industry gatherings around the world. Click here for a list of all upcoming events. For more information about APEX, please visit apex.aero, sign up for the APEX Daily Experience e-newsletter, or follow APEX on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX)
APEX encompasses a network of businesses and professionals that are committed to providing a world-class airline experience for passengers around the globe. As a non-profit, APEX reinvests all of its resources to better serve its members. Every day, APEX members evaluate the passenger experience through an influential community and are improving every aspect of the airline experience: from designing, building and installing seating, entertainment and communications systems on commercial aircraft, to airport lounges and in-flight dining. APEX works to strengthen the industry and enable business opportunities through education, innovation, networking and recognition. For more information, please visit apex.aero.