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Combining ABB AbilityTM and IBM Watson for superior customer value

ZURICH-Tuesday, April 25th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Replace first paragraph: ABB and IBM (NYSE:IBM) today announced a strategic collaboration that brings together ABB’s industry leading digital offering, ABB Ability, with IBM Watson Internet of Things cognitive capabilities to unlock new value for customers in utilities, industry and transport & infrastructure.

Customers will benefit from ABB’s deep domain knowledge and extensive portfolio of digital solutions combined with IBM’s expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning as well as different industry verticals. The first two joint industry solutions powered by ABB Ability and Watson will bring real-time cognitive insights to the factory floor and smart grids.

“This powerful combination marks truly the next level of industrial technology, moving beyond current connected systems ... Read more »

 –Optimizing operations and reducing maintenance costs at all phases of the product lifecycle–

TOKYO -Thursday, April 27th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Yokogawa Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6841) announces that it has developed the ADMAG Total Insight (TI) series, a new portfolio of electromagnetic flowmeters, and will release it on May 15.

The ADMAG TI series consists of the ADMAG AXG and the ADMAG AXW electromagnetic flowmeters. The ADMAG AXG is a complete redesign of the ADMAG AXF and will accommodate bore diameters from 2.5 mm up to 500 mm, while the revamped ADMAG AXW will accommodate bore diameters ranging from 25 mm to 1800 mm.

Total Insight is a Yokogawa concept for optimizing operations and reducing maintenance costs through every phase of the product lifecycle. Based on this concept, Yokogawa aims to better meet its customer needs and expand its share of the electromagnetic flowmeter market.

Developme ... Read more »

 These headliners to bring the ultimate Tomorrowland experience from the mainstage in Belgium

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -Wednesday, April 26th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

July 29th 2017 is slated as the time for the exceptional magic of UNITE with Tomorrowland in Dubai to descend over Festival City Arena. This exclusive experience will host a live connection between the holy grounds of the Tomorrowland mainstage in Belgium and Festival City. International superstars KSHMR, Armin Van Buuren and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike will connect the 180,000 party goers at Tomorrowland with the audience in Dubai. These globally celebrated headliners will be supported by nine world class DJs performing LIVE on stage to keep the momentum of this party at its peak!

Nicolas Vandenabeele, Director at Envie Events said, “These artists need no introduction and will certainly create the magical feeling of being at the spectacular Tomorrowland dance floor for fans around t ... Read more »

PHILADELPHIA -Wednesday, April 26th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Lombard International, a global leader in wealth structuring solutions, today announced the appointment of Sandra Locke to the new role of Executive Vice President, Global Director of Human Resources

In this role, Sandra will be responsible for developing the global HR strategy. Reporting to John Hillman, Executive Chairman, she will be partnering with the leadership teams in Europe, the US, Latin America and Asia to ensure that Lombard International’s Human Capital initiatives are aligned with our global goals.

Sandra joins from Guy Carpenter, part of Marsh & McLennan, where she was Managing Director, Global Head of Human Resources, and a member of the Executive Committee, responsible for their human capital strategy.

John Hillman, Executive Chairman of Lombard International, said: “Sandy will be a great asset to our leadership team. Her exceptio ... Read more »

KYOTO, Japan-Wednesday, April 26th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Panasonic Corporation, NTT Communications Corporation ("NTT Communications") and Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. ("DNP") are conducting a demonstration of their camera sharing service PaN ("Photo and Network") with the cooperation of two temples in Kyoto, Japan: Kenninji, the oldest zen temple in Kyoto, and Entokuin, known for its gardens.

[Video] Camera Sharing Service PaN at Two Temples in Kyoto
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63bBn__2GGA
Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/214614669/8467947a27

What is PaN?

PaN is a new service that allows visitors to share pre-installed cameras arranged at tourist destinations, amusement parks, and event venues to take their own souvenir photos. This service has been brought to life by the combination of Panasonic's photo-shooting technology and NTT Communications' cloud-network technology. The ph ... Read more »

SAN FRANCISCO -Tuesday, April 25th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Andersen Tax & Legal makes its debut in the Netherlands, as Taxperience formally adopts the Andersen name in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and 's-Hertogenbosch. They will now function as Andersen Tax & Legal in the Netherlands, joining several other Andersen Global member firms worldwide that have adopted the Andersen name.

“We are excited to continue to combine our knowledge and expertise with the Andersen team and together we will find the best solutions for clients. The Andersen name will strengthen our ability to provide best-in-class, seamless service on multi-country engagements around the world,” said Ruben van Aarle, Partner at Andersen Tax & Legal. “This allows us to extend our boundaries even further and continue to collaborate with the best professionals around the world.”

As Andersen Tax & Legal, the Dutch team will continue to provide tax ... Read more »

LAS VEGAS -Wednesday, April 26th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- One of the world’s largest internet-based TV and On-demand service provider for South Asian content, YuppTV, announced the launch of Freedocast Pro Device and Freedocast Live Streaming Platform. Providing end-to-end solutions for users to go LIVE instantly, anywhere anytime, the Pro Device & Live-Streaming platform also enables users to broadcast live videos on multiple platforms such as, Facebook and YouTube Live, Twitter/Periscope and others.

The latest offering, Freedocast Pro Device broadcasts live videos in HD Quality. The Device can be connected to any video source including camera and switcher to go live and can be easily controlled via Android/iOS App. The App can be used to preview, control & monitor live broadcasts. The Device also has a rechargeable battery supporting over 2 hours of continuous live streaming and offers HDMI IN/OUT & MIC-in for AV sourc ... Read more »

KIGALI, Rwanda -Tuesday, April 25th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In 2006, The AIDS Healthcare Foundation, commenced operations in Rwanda, in collaboration with the government through the Ministry of Health and Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) as part of its global mission to provide cutting edge medicine to people living with HIV. Since then, AHF Rwanda has grown from serving two districts to eight districts; supporting twenty health facilities and seven community based organizations. A remarkable feat, that has positioned it as a formidable ally of the government in the fight against HIV/AIDS, and a dependable provider to the patient community. Today AHF Rwanda serves 23,704 patients in its supported sites scattered across Rwanda.

To commemorate this significant milestone, AHF Rwanda hosted stakeholders, patient community, partners and members of the press to a special dinner and documentary screening-which showcased AHF’s achievements in Rwanda over t ... Read more »

NEW YORK -Tuesday, April 25th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MediaLink today announced the appointment of Dana Anderson, formerly Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Mondelēz International, to the position of Chief Marketing Officer.

In her new role, Anderson will be externally focused on Fortune 500 marketers, helping them deliver brand performance by focusing on transformation efforts that change behavior and connect to new ways of working, strengthening brands, supporting growth and partnership initiatives, sharpening strategies and enhancing execution.

This news comes on the heels of the company’s recent acquisition by Ascential plc and announcement of a London office spearheaded by Vice Chairman Wenda Harris Millard.

“Dana brings a rare mix of business intelligence developed as a global marketer combined with go-to-market ingenuity developed as an agency CEO,” said Michael Kassan, Chairman ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates-Tuesday, April 25th 2017 [ ME NewsWire ]

Arzan Wealth (DIFC) Limited (‘Arzan Wealth’), a Dubai-based advisory firm regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, is pleased to announce that it has successfully advised its clients on the sale of the Siemens gas turbine unit headquarters at Teal Park,  in Lincoln, UK.

The asset was acquired in November 2012 with an objective of producing an average annual yield of 7.75% to investors, and an IRR of around 11% over a three-year holding period. The property was purpose-built for Siemens PLC Gas Turbine Division and has some of the highest environment (BREEAM) ratings for a property of this type.

During the 4.5 year holding period of this investment, we were able to advise on several opportunities to create value, which has allowed us to exceed our promised returns to clients on every measure.  The investment has delivered an average annual yield of 8.1% and a ... Read more »