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LUXEMBOURG-Thursday, September 14th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- SES Video will be showcasing cutting-edge technology developments at its booth 1.B51 at IBC 2017 in Amsterdam from 15 to 19 September.

A demonstration in collaboration with Fraunhofer HHI will offer visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in Luxembourg City, thanks to a live satellite transmission of 10K x 2K panoramic video content to the venue. The latest version of the Fraunhofer HHI Omnicam-360 camera will capture live scenes from the centre of Luxembourg, which will then be transmitted by ASTRA 2E at 28.2 degrees East directly to the SES booth. Visitors will be able to watch the scenes live with VR headsets, and experience being in the middle of the city while being at the show. Visitors will also be able to watch the scenes on ... Read more »

LONDON-Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Defence solutions provider Milrem Robotics is expanding the capabilities of their THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle to equip soldiers with several new robotic systems for defence applications.

One of the company’s aims is to enhance warfighters’ situational awareness. To that end several systems are in development. One of them – the TITAN SENTRY – will be exhibited this week during the Defence and Security Exhibition DSEI 2017.

Developed together with QinetiQ the TITAN SENTRY concept features the THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle, designed by Milrem Robotics and a suite of sensor systems integrated by QinetiQ. TITAN SENTRY is an exploration of manned/unmanned teaming where the cognitive burden on the warfighter is vastly reduced through the fusion of sensor data and advanced battlespace management systems. Intended to operate in high threat areas, it can identify and fix ... Read more »

PARIS -Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- OT-Morpho, a world leader in digital security and identification technologies, today announced the launch of MorphoTop Slim, its new ultra-compact fingerprint capture product. Breaking with previous generations, it is 6 times smaller than current products, which greatly facilitates its integration into mobile solutions or existing structures.

Based on the TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) technology, this new ultra-thin terminal allows the capture of 10 fingers flat or rolled. Its speed and quality of acquisition are incomparable (capture of the fingers possible in less than two seconds, improved performance for dry fingers, specific finish to avoid traces).

Like its predecessors, MorphoTop Slim integrates into the MorphoESA enrollment solution. It covers several markets and has a wide range of uses: border control, police investigations, mass enrollment or e-KYC1.

"We ... Read more »

Fully automated and driverless test vehicles from Mercedes-Benz
equipped with Velodyne’s industry-leading 3D real-time LiDAR

SAN JOSE, Calif.-Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]
(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Velodyne LiDAR Inc., the world leader in 3D real-
time perception systems for autonomous vehicles, today
announced its selection by Mercedes-Benz Research &
Development as a critical sensor supplier for the VLP-32C Ultra
Puck™ for further development of fully automated and driverless
vehicles.
“We’re pleased to have our LiDAR technology included in
Mercedes-Benz’s sensor setup for their fully automated and driverless
vehicles. It reinforces Velodyne’s leadership in the space and further
ensures that tomorrow’s autonomous vehicles are as safe and
efficient as possible,” said David Hall, Chief Executive Officer,
Velodyne LiDAR. “Mercedes-Ben ... Read more »

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.-Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

800 leading educators from 68 countries will convene at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi next month to discuss transformational, behavioural and technology trends in education under the theme of Teaching for Tomorrow.

Qudwa 2017, a Global Teachers’ forum, conducted a survey that uncovered key insights about the factors that will set teachers up for future success, as new technologies and hybrid teaching models play increasingly prevalent roles in classrooms.

A global survey of registered participants for this years’ forum revealed that teachers’ view soft skills, like understanding individual needs of students; knowledge and enthusiasm for subject matter; and strong communication skills, as the top priority skills for teachers to succeed in the future. Harder skills that focus on knowledge and understanding of technology were less critical success facto ... Read more »

Largest DTH operator relies on SES Video’s high-quality services to distribute over 100 TV channels in multi-year capacity agreement

LUXEMBOURG-Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Viasat Ukraine (Vision TV LLC), the largest DTH operator in Ukraine, will be providing top-quality TV reception to its subscribers using SES Video’s reliable services on ASTRA 4A.

Under the multi-year agreement with SES, Vision TV will be broadcasting approximately 40 pay-TV channels, out of which 13 are in high-definition (HD), and about 60 free-to-air channels at 5 degrees East. SES serves close to 13 million TV homes in Ukraine from this key orbital position, of which 4.5 million are DTH homes.

“We are very pleased that Viasat Ukraine has trusted us with the delivery of their video content,” said Norbert Hölzle, Senior Vice President, Commercial Europe, SES Video. “This agreement with such an important TV p ... Read more »

 New site expansion will allow the GMP production of kg scale plasmid DNA and recombinant protein intended for clinical phases and commercialization 

SERAING, Belgium-Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kaneka Eurogentec, a custom service and FDA inspected contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), announced today that its board has approved the construction of a new state of-the-art GMP facility adjacent to its current facility and equipped with a 2200 L fermenter. The expansion will allow for the large scale production of biopharmaceuticals including recombinant proteins, antibody fragments and plasmid DNA.

A new facility responding to current market needs

The multi-product facility will include the capability for large scale production using innovative Eurogentec technologies such as the improved production of complex proteins by secretion from yeasts and the production of kilo-scale plasmid DN ... Read more »

LAUSANNE, Switzerland-Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- September 13, 2017--Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today announces its support for the establishment of the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World.

The Foundation will fund research and encourage innovative measures to reduce the harm caused by smoking. It will evaluate the impact that smoke-free alternatives can have on smokers and public health, assess the effect of reduced cigarette consumption on the industry value chain, and measure overall progress towards a smoke-free world.

André Calantzopoulos, Chief Executive Officer of PMI, said, “There is a unique opportunity today to significantly change the health trajectories of the millions of men and women who continue to smoke by offering them a better choice. The Foundation is a welcome driver of change, at a time when a smoke-free future is clearly on the horizon. We will welcome its re ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany & INDIANAPOLIS, US-Tuesday, September 12th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

    Three sub-analyses of the EMPA-REG OUTCOME® trial in people with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease* presented at EASD 20171-3
    Irrespective of their blood sugar control at study start, participants* taking Jardiance® had a lower risk of cardiovascular death compared to placebo1
    Jardiance® also reduced the risk of cardiovascular death compared to placebo regardless of background metformin or sulphonylurea use2-3

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- New analyses of the landmark EMPA-REG OUTCOME® trial showed that Jardiance® (empagliflozin) reduced the risk of cardiovascular death in patients with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular (CV) disease*, independent of blood sugar control at the start of the study.1 A reduction in cardiovascular death was also seen when Jardianc ... Read more »

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone--Wednesday, September 13th 2017 [ AETOS Wire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- As the people of Sierra Leone grapple to get their lives back on track, following the devastating impact of the August 14th mudslide, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has expressed its deepest sympathy to Sierra Leoneans and donated relief materials to support survivors.

The mudslide, which hit five communities (Regent, Juba-Kaningo, Malama- Kamayama, Regent-Matormeh and Culvert), claimed over 400 lives and displaced over 4,000 people is one of the most recent calamities that has beset a country, who just a few years ago was battling Ebola.

As part of humanitarian response to the crisis, AHF donated items to the affected communities on the 30th of August. These items included food items, water, mattresses, diapers, baby food, and toiletries. In addition, the team also provided medical care to those injured and other minor ailments.

“It sadd ... Read more »