Mes: diciembre 2020

Wild About Sprouts™ And Ilana Muhlstein, MS, RDN Show How Easy It Can Be To Add Healthy Options To Every Meal Occasion Even Over The Holiday Season

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Rä Foods LLC Wild About Sprouts™, a fresh sprouts produce company and Ilana Muhlstein, a celebrity dietitian are teaching consumers how easy it can be to add nutrition, flavor, crunch and color to all your eating occasions this holiday season.    

«Wild About Sprouts™ is on a mission to reach consumers across the country with fresh, living, safe, healthy, flavorful sprouts and to show them…

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Rä Foods LLC Wild About Sprouts™, a fresh sprouts produce company and Ilana Muhlstein, a celebrity dietitian are teaching consumers how easy it can be to add nutrition, flavor, crunch and color to all your eating occasions this holiday season.    

«Wild About Sprouts™ is on a mission to reach consumers across the country with fresh, living, safe, healthy, flavorful sprouts and to show them how to use these tiny plants in everyday eating occasions,» said Dan Sholl, General Manager, Wild About Sprouts™.  «In order to do this, we partnered with an expert on nutrition, Ilana Muhlstein, to help show how easy it can be to incorporate sprouts into your everyday eating.»

 «What better time to introduce an easy way to add something healthy to your diet than during the holiday season, typically a time when people tend to over indulge in sweets and meals and perhaps forget some of their healthy eating habits,» said Ilana Muhlstein, MS, RDN, author of 2B Mindset, public speaker, influencer and member of the Leadership Team for the American Heart Association. «We are making it easier to add delicious health benefits to your meals by simply incorporating Wild About Sprouts™ into the foods you already eat! Try adding sprouts to your morning avocado toast, omelet or smoothie to start the day right. Add crunch, flavor, protein and fiber to your day-after turkey or ham sandwich or wrap or toss your holiday salad with a package of Wild About Sprouts™ and a handful of dried cranberries. Serve stuffed mushroom caps or crostini appetizers with a ‘hat’ of sprouts or create a meal and side in one with sprouts as the bed for your grilled salmon, brisket or chicken.  And the easiest way to incorporate sprouts is to simply eat them from the package by the handful. Check out my Instagram page or TikTok for more eating ideas!»

«Eating for health is the trend right now and it’s one I hope sticks for all generations moving forward,» added Muhlstein. «There is a generation of consumers that don’t really know what sprouts are and we are taking on the challenge of helping people understand the benefits of these powerful little plants.»

Wild About Sprouts™ come in six varieties.  The 100% Clover is sweet and delicate, the Broccoli/Clover blend is mild and peppery, and the «Spicy Blend» of radish and clover brings the heat.  Alfalfa has a nutty, mild flavor, the Clover/Alfalfa blend is sweet and nutty and 100% Broccoli is strong, bold and peppery.  «There’s a flavor combination for all of your favorite dishes,» added Muhlstein.  «I’m Wild about Broccoli/Clover, find out what you are Wild about!»

Wild About Sprouts™ are different from traditional sprouts and are grown in individual 3 ounce containers using a patented Cold Grown® process (PAT No. 10015936) so, from planting to the plate, the sprouts remain alive and completely untouched until harvested by consumers in their homes.  Wild About Sprouts™ are also produced in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way; being herbicide- and pesticide-free and using only ¼ cup of water per package with no waste. 

Rä Foods Wild About Sprouts™ are available at grocers in California as well as the Western United States and many mid-western states.  For more information on Wild About Sprouts or for store information, visit  www.wildaboutsprouts.com.

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The Excellence Collection Launches New Rewards Program

MIAMI, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Continuing with its constant innovation and always striving to create remarkable experiences, The Excellence Collection announces The Excellence Collection Rewards, a new program to thank those who have chosen to make the brand’s properties their home away from home.

MIAMI, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Continuing with its constant innovation and always striving to create remarkable experiences, The Excellence Collection announces The Excellence Collection Rewards, a new program to thank those who have chosen to make the brand’s properties their home away from home.

The upscale experience that characterizes these highly-awarded all-inclusive hotels and resorts will now be enhanced with members-only privileges, which include curated offerings automatically unlocked upon check-out from any of the brand’s properties. From exclusive discounts at world-class spas to in-suite surprises, the program will represent the brand’s appreciation for guests who become part of The Excellence Collection family.

«The Excellence Collection properties have steadily built a reputation that our guests have sustained throughout the years. It is because of our loyal customer base that we have enjoyed over two decades of Infinite Excellence, and it is very important for us to show our gratitude through this new initiative,» states Domingo Aznar, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for The Excellence Collection.

Membership to the rewards program is complimentary to all new and recent guests, regardless of the booking site or agency used to book their stay, and will be given automatically upon check-out; activation will be required from an email sent by the host property following a guest’s stay. The program will also be extended to those who have stayed at any of The Excellence Collection properties throughout the Caribbean as of January 1, 2019. Additionally, the program will feature a portal on The Excellence Collection Rewards website where active members will be able to track their status, personalize future vacations, and discover benefits available to them throughout the brand’s portfolio.

The loyalty program will be divided into four tiers: Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond. Guests can level up the more they stay, and member benefits increase from each tier to the next, Diamond being the highest level available in the program.

From meaningful and unexpected gifts to complimentary suite upgrades and premier bottles of bubbly, every stay as an active program member will become a sophisticated experience for the senses. The Excellence Collection Rewards benefits have been thoughtfully curated to enhance an already exceptional stay. A full list of tiers and benefits is available here.

Explore the unexpected and discover the surprises of program tiers at rewards.theexcellencecollection.com.

Contact: Diego Penaranda, 305-842-7215, diegogrupodevalle@gmail.com

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Sheremetyevo Celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the Birth of Ludwig van Beethoven

MOSCOW, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Sheremetyevo International Airport will join a series of international events in December 2020 dedicated to the 250th anniversary of the birth of the great German composer Ludwig van Beethoven.  

MOSCOW, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Sheremetyevo International Airport will join a series of international events in December 2020 dedicated to the 250th anniversary of the birth of the great German composer Ludwig van Beethoven.  

On December 16, the composer’s birthday, at exactly 2:50 p.m., a «Beethoven Moment» took place in all Sheremetyevo’s terminals, consisting of a three-minute fragment of the famous Fifth Symphony played by Digital Orchestra by Golikov. The 2:50 pm broadcast time is symbolic of the jubilee date – 250 years of the composer’s birth.

Sheremetyevo is joining other major airports in Europe and Russia in this project. The main idea of the event, organized with the support of the Beethoven Jubilee Society, is to unite people from different cities and countries for a few moments to remember and be inspired by the composer’s brilliant music.

Also on the composer’s birthday, the installation exhibition «Ludwig van Beethoven – Ode «To Joy» will open at Sheremetyevo Airport. This exhibition is one of several large-scale events organized by the National Tourist Office of Germany in Russia within the framework of the «Year of Germany in Russia 2020/21,» with the support of the German embassy.

The exhibition consists of 35 miniature multi-colored sculptures of Beethoven by the German sculptor Ottmar Hörl that have been integrated into the airport terminals. The artist’s creativity lies in the unusual embodiment of the composer’s image; sculptures made in golden and malachite colors depict Beethoven smiling. The installations are located in Terminals B (3rd floor, public departure area and the Sheremetyevo Travel Retail zone) and D (public departure area, 3rd floor).

The exhibition at Sheremetyevo is part of a large-scale exhibition that was held at the Exhibition of Economic Achievements in October 2020 on the eve of the composer’s 250th birthday. At the moment, the exhibits are displayed at the Consulates General of Germany, in the Zaryadye Concert Hall, and other venues in Moscow and the regions.

Events dedicated to the anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s birth are one element of the rich cultural program that Sheremetyevo has implemented with the aim of creating a pleasant atmosphere and rich experience at the airport. Sheremetyevo annually takes part in international and all-Russian cultural events and holds various cultural and educational events, exhibitions, festivals and concerts in collaboration with partners in the arts.

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Nearly 75,000 Fleets Are Transforming Service Management With Decisiv SRM

GLEN ALLEN, Va., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Decisiv, Inc., the industry leader in Service Relationship Management (SRM) solutions, announced today that nearly 75,000 fleets are using its SRM platform to more effectively and efficiently manage service and repair events.  In 2020, fleets used Decisiv…

GLEN ALLEN, Va., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Decisiv, Inc., the industry leader in Service Relationship Management (SRM) solutions, announced today that nearly 75,000 fleets are using its SRM platform to more effectively and efficiently manage service and repair events.  In 2020, fleets used Decisiv SRM to manage more than 3.5 million service events across a network of more than 4,800 service locations. 

«There continues to be steady growth in activity among fleets on the Decisiv SRM platform,» said Dick Hyatt, President and CEO of Decisiv.  «At the beginning of 2020, Decisiv SRM had been used to manage 15 million service events, and by the end of this year that number had exceeded 18 million.  On average, that’s over 67,000 service events weekly in the past 12 months.  Fleets that take advantage of the expanding capabilities of the platform are reducing administrative costs associated with maintenance and repairs, and gaining real-time visibility into and better control over service events so they can get trucks back on the road faster.»

Decisiv SRM accelerates fleet use of advanced service management technology by moving communication from phones and voice mail to a web portal.  Moving all relevant information to an electronic case provides transparency into the service event, enabling fleets to track progress and authorize repairs.  Once the service event is complete, Decisiv’s connected ecosystem enables service event data to flow directly into most Fleet Maintenance Systems.  Decisiv SRM reduces administrative time, helps control costs, and returns trucks back to service faster.    

For a fleet with 500 trucks and four service events per year for each asset, Decisiv SRM eliminates up to 4,000 hours of management and administrative time, amounting to cost savings of as much as $100,000 annually.

Streamlining the service process adds to top line revenue.  According to a 2019 study by KEA Advisors, the dwell time for a service event was reduced by 3.36 days among service providers using the Decisiv SRM platform.  Assuming two major repair events each year per asset, a fleet with 500 trucks can recover over 3,300 days of asset utilization annually.

Based on estimated daily revenue of $800 per Class 6-8 truck, the improvement in uptime for a fleet of 500 trucks would exceed $2.6 million in recovered revenue.

Throughout 2020, Decisv has enhanced and added to the capabilities of the SRM platform for fleets with the expansion of asset type classifications that increase coverage for heavy-duty trucks, and add medium- and light-duty trucks, trailers, refrigeration units, and off-road equipment.  Expanded Point of Service capabilities allow for shared access to service information, and a new Telematics API solution facilitates the delivery of actionable vehicle, system, component and parts performance and diagnostic information.  Fleets can also access a wealth of information from connected SRM Ecosystem partners in the Decisiv Marketplace.

About Decisiv, Inc.
Decisiv provides a cloud-based Service Relationship Management (SRM) platform that revolutionizes how the service supply chain for commercial assets communicates and collaborates.  As the industry leader in SRM technology, Decisiv is driving unrivaled improvement in asset performance and utilization for manufacturers, service providers and asset owners in the commercial vehicle market.  The SRM platform’s service orchestration capability that harnesses, shares and analyzes connected asset data, and intelligently enables service management, is the key to driving asset uptime and availability.  Decisiv is the partner of choice for major commercial vehicle manufacturers, including Volvo, Mack, Hino, Isuzu, Peterbilt, Kenworth and Michelin, as well as their dealers and call centers, service networks and asset owners.  For more information, visit www.decisiv.com.

Contact:
Mark Wasilko
VP Marketing
Decisiv
Phone: (804) 762-4153
mwasilko@decisiv.com

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Visit Myrtle Beach, S.C. Looks Ahead to 2021 with New Tourism Developments

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, continues to safely welcome visitors to its 60 miles of gorgeous coastline,  and will boast a broad range of new attractions, accommodations, dining options, and more for 2021. The new developments will open to eager visitors next year and will further enhance Myrtle Beach’s family friendly offerings.

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, continues to safely welcome visitors to its 60 miles of gorgeous coastline,  and will boast a broad range of new attractions, accommodations, dining options, and more for 2021. The new developments will open to eager visitors next year and will further enhance Myrtle Beach’s family friendly offerings.

Visit Myrtle Beach and its partner organizations continue to remind travelers to visit the destination responsibly and created a Healthy Travel section on VisitMyrtleBeach.com with the latest COVID-19 updates and mandates. 

«We recognize that a large number of Americans are eagerly looking forward to a vacation next year, and we’re thrilled to share these new tourism developments as another reason to safely plan for a trip to Myrtle Beach,» said Karen Riordan, president and CEO of Visit Myrtle Beach. «Visitors will be able to enjoy the outdoors, world-class family attractions, a variety of great restaurants, and outstanding accommodations along the 60 miles of beautiful coastline Myrtle Beach offers.»

The following is the latest information on new tourism developments in the region. For more information on tourism offerings in the Myrtle Beach area, please visit www.VisitMyrtleBeach.com.

ACTIVITIES, ATTRACTIONS AND EVENTS
American Surf Parks
Myrtle Beach will soon be home to South Carolina’s first man-made surf park, called American Surf Park. The park’s surfing lagoon will generate up to 1,000 waves per hour, with waves between 2-6 feet in height. The development will also include an amphitheater to accommodate up to 15,000 people. Preliminary renderings of the park have been completed, and building will begin in 2021 with an estimated opening in 2022.

Le Grand Cirque 2.0
Broadway at the Beach will team up with Dublin Worldwide Productions USA to bring Le Grand Cirque 2.0 to Myrtle Beach in summer 2021. The jaw-dropping visual feast of breathtaking group acrobatics features an international cast of artists handpicked for their death-defying abilities and precision skills. Le Grand Cirque 2.0 will set up its 850-seat, fully air-conditioned tent in the southeast corner of Broadway at the Beach from June 1 to October 3. For more information or to purchase tickets, visitwww.cirquemb.com.

Funplex Amusement Park
Conveniently located just a few steps from the beach on 14th Ave, the Funplex Myrtle Beach is designed for families and thrill seekers alike. The new tropical themed park will be lined with palm trees, feature seven rides, a walk-up bar and restaurant. This attraction will also feature «Mach Fun», the tallest, interactive 360° jet simulator ride on the market, and first-of-its-kind in North America. The park is expected to open in Spring 2021. Find out more: http://amusementtoday.com/2020/06/new-funplex-amusement-park-location-coming-to-myrtle-beach/ 

Alabama Theatre 2021 Concert Schedule
The Alabama Theatre celebrates its 28th year with new famous Guest Artist Concerts throughout 2021 (in addition to the Theatre’s signature productions) including: Little River Band, The Oak Ridge Boys, Comedian Brian Regan, Josh Turner, Easton Corbin, Humorist Jeannie Robertson, Home Free, Righteous Brothers, and many more. For more information visit, www.alabama-theatre.com.

Huntington Beach State Park Nature Center
Huntington Beach State Park opened a new nature center after their previous center was destroyed in a lightning strike fire three years ago. The new nature center is $1.2 million investment and features a birding area, a classroom and an exhibit area with live animals. Money for the new nature center’s exhibits was donated by several small groups and individual private donations to the Friends of Huntington Beach State Park group. For more information, visit www.southcarolinaparks.com/huntington-beach.

Carolina Country Music Festival
Following a postponement in 2020, the Carolina Country Music Fest (CCMF) will take place June 10-13, 2021 in Myrtle Beach. The festival will feature more than 30 of the industry’s biggest stars. Performers include Luke Combs, Eric Church, Darius Rucker, Jake Owen, Kelsea Ballerini and many more! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.carolinacountrymusicfest.com.

CRAFT BREWING
Grand Strand Brewing Company
The two-story building that fronts Nance Plaza in the soon-to-be-revitalized downtown area will be home to Grand Strand Brewing Company. The brewery plans to produce a variety of handmade beers to be available in its taproom. Construction plans also call for a small, on-site commercial kitchen where local chefs and restaurants can prepare food to pair with the craft beer selection. Grand Strand Brewing Company is planning to open by spring 2021.

Crooked Hammock Brewery
A new brewery is open in Barefoot Landing featuring a restaurant and backyard beer garden. Crooked Hammock Brewery brings to life an all-ages backyard escape that features craft beer, indoor/outdoor seating for more than 500 guests, firepits, hammocks, a playground for kids, bocce ball courts, corn hole, and a bar that is set over the lake. Crooked Hammock Brewery’s restaurant will open in spring 2021 with a menu that will feature backyard cookout-inspired food such as burgers, oak-smoked baby back ribs, giant Bavarian pretzels, and savory sides such as jalapeno and cheddar cornbread, all in a pet-friendly environment. There is also a food truck on the premises! For more information visit www.CHBMyrtleBeach.com.

LODGING
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Homewood Suites by Hilton is a brand new lodging option offering apartment-style living near the beautiful beaches in the Grand Strand. Just three-miles from the Atlantic Ocean, this property is located in close proximity to the area’s premier attractions and activities, in addition to being five-minutes away from the Myrtle Beach Airport and fifteen-minutes from five golf courses. For more information, visit https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/myrgmhw-homewood-suites-myrtle-beach-coastal-grand-mall/ 

Ocean Lakes Family Campground
Celebrating 50 years in 2021, Ocean Lakes Family Campground is kicking off its anniversary celebration with renovations and expansions to its Main Office. The renovations will provide a more personal and comfortable experience when checking into Ocean Lakes, featuring a new gift shop and seating area for guests while they wait to check in. The renovations are slated to be completed in 2021. Learn more at www.oceanlakesfamilycampground.blogspot.com.

About Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Stretching from Little River to Pawleys Island and comprising 14 distinct communities, the Myrtle Beach area is home to 60 miles of sandy beaches, an assortment of entertainment and family attractions and world-class golf. Popularly known as the Grand Strand, the Myrtle Beach area presents the quintessential vacation experience peppered with plenty of Southern hospitality. For additional information on the Myrtle Beach area, visit www.visitmyrtlebeach.com or call (888) Myrtle-1.

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Toyota’s Second Generation Mirai Highlights Their Portfolio Approach to Sustainability

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — This week, Toyota unveiled its second-generation 2021 Mirai, a premium sedan with cutting-edge design, technology, and driving performance that uses a fuel cell electric powertrain. It’s the car of the future–which makes sense because Mirai literally translates to «Future.»

This weekend on Tomorrow’s World Today, field reporter Tamara Krinsky heads to Los Angeles to test drive the…

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — This week, Toyota unveiled its second-generation 2021 Mirai, a premium sedan with cutting-edge design, technology, and driving performance that uses a fuel cell electric powertrain. It’s the car of the future–which makes sense because Mirai literally translates to «Future.»

This weekend on Tomorrow’s World Today, field reporter Tamara Krinsky heads to Los Angeles to test drive the 2020 Mirai and learn more about Toyota’s newest addition as well as their development of zero-emission big rigs and how they’ve designed a maritime-specific fuel cell for a boat, aptly named the Energy Observer.

«This episode really gives viewers an inside look at Toyota’s unique fuel cell technology,» said Craig Scott, Group Manager, Electrified Vehicles and Technology, Toyota Motor North America. «Whether it’s providing emissions-free power for a car like the new Mirai, or helping to eliminate pollution from heavy-duty trucks, hydrogen fuel cells can be a real difference-maker for the environment.»

Tomorrow’s World Today will learn about Toyota’s zero-emission big rigs that use six hydrogen tanks and can haul up to 80,000 pounds. Krinsky then checks in with the Energy Observer, a boat that uses solar power, wind energy, and Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology developed by Toyota to navigate the waters.

To learn more about how Toyota is changing the future of transportation, tune in for a brand new episode of Tomorrow’s World Today on Saturday, December 19 at 8:30 am ET/PT on Science Channel and Sunday, January 3 at 6:30 am on Discovery.

About Tomorrow’s World Today
Season three of this family-friendly, cutting-edge television show travels the world in search of innovative pioneers who are creating new ways to utilize our natural and technological resources for a more sustainable lifestyle. Tomorrow’s World Today has a home base in Pittsburgh, PA, one of the nation’s most progressive tech landscapes, home to Duolingo, the most downloaded educational app in the world, and UBER’s flagship location for autonomous transportation. http://www.twtshow.com

About TMNA R&D
Toyota Motor North America Research & Development (TMNA R&D) aims to redefine next-generation vehicles to more than simply a form of transportation. Since 2003, Toyota has been awarded more patents than any other automaker, including autonomous vehicle patents (more than 1,400). Centered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Toyota TMNA R&D puts the brightest thinkers from across the globe together to focus on letting people live more safely and comfortably. Globally, Toyota spends approximately $1 million per hour on R&D to ensure that Toyota rapidly and continuously develops cutting-edge, high-quality, and appealing vehicles. http://www.toyota.com

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La FTC y sus socios toman medidas enérgicas en todo el país contra los esquemas de ingresos engañosos

Mientras los estafadores aprovechan los temores generados por la pandemia, la FTC y sus socios del cumplimiento de la ley toman medidas enérgicas contra los esquemas de ingresos engañosos en todo el país. Los datos de la FTC de nuevos casos destacan el amplio alcance de las estafas que hacen promesas falsas de grandes ingresos

WASHINGTON, 16 de diciembre de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — La Comisión Federal de Comercio (FTC) y 19 socios federales, estatales y locales que abogan por el cumplimiento de la…

Mientras los estafadores aprovechan los temores generados por la pandemia, la FTC y sus socios del cumplimiento de la ley toman medidas enérgicas contra los esquemas de ingresos engañosos en todo el país. Los datos de la FTC de nuevos casos destacan el amplio alcance de las estafas que hacen promesas falsas de grandes ingresos

WASHINGTON, 16 de diciembre de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — La Comisión Federal de Comercio (FTC) y 19 socios federales, estatales y locales que abogan por el cumplimiento de la ley anunciaron hoy una ofensiva a nivel nacional contra las estafas que apuntan a los consumidores con promesas falsas de ingresos económicos e independencia financiera que no tienen fundamento en la realidad. El impacto de estas estafas se ha intensificado debido a que los estafadores se aprovechan de la pandemia y la crisis financiera causada por el COVID-19.

Federal Trade Commission

La denominada Operación Ilusión de Ingresos incluye más de 50 acciones judiciales  contra los operadores de estafas que ofrecen empleo y trabajo desde casa, esquemas piramidales, estafas de inversión, cursos de capacitación falsos y otros esquemas que pueden terminar costando a los consumidores miles de dólares.

Según un nuevo análisis de los datos de denuncias de la FTC, las estafas relacionadas con ingresos tienen un efecto masivo en los consumidores. Los consumidores han reportado a la FTC que perdieron más de $610 millones en estas estafas desde 2016, con pérdidas registradas de más de $150 millones en los primeros nueve meses de 2020. Mediante las estafas de ingresos que la FTC ha perseguido a través de sus acciones judiciales en esta redada se ha defraudado colectivamente a los consumidores por más de mil millones de dólares.

«Los estafadores se aprovechan del desempleo y de la ansiedad que causa la pandemia y hacen falsas promesas de grandes ingresos trabajando desde casa», señaló Andrew Smith, director de la Oficina de Protección al Consumidor de la FTC. «Si alguien le promete ingresos garantizados, pero luego le pide que le haga un pago, denúncielo inmediatamente a la FTC para que podamos poner fin a este tipo de estafa».

Además de los diez casos que ya se dieron a conocer, la FTC presenta cuatro nuevos casos judiciales como parte de la Operación Ilusión de Ingresos, además de anunciar un nuevo acuerdo en un caso presentado anteriormente. En estos casos, la FTC le solicita a la Corte que detenga las operaciones de esquemas engañosos y recupere el dinero de los consumidores afectados. Otros organismos que informaron acciones como parte de las redadas incluyen la Comisión de Bolsa y Valores de los Estados Unidos (SEC), la Comisión de Negociación de Futuros de Productos Básicos de los Estados Unidos (CFTC), la Oficina del Fiscal de los Estados Unidos para el Distrito Este de Arkansas, organismos estatales en Arizona, Arkansas, California, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, New Hampshire, Oregón y Pensilvania, y la Oficina del Fiscal del condado de Maricopa en Arizona.

Algunos de los esquemas investigados en la Operación Ilusión de Ingresos tuvieron un impacto notable en uno o más grupos específicos: estudiantes, familias de militares, personas con ingresos fijos limitados, inmigrantes, afroamericanos, latinos, comunidades de personas sordas y con discapacidad auditiva y adultos mayores. En un nuevo análisis se examina qué grupos de consumidores eran más propensos a verse afectados en ciertas acciones de estafas de ingresos investigadas por la FTC.

La FTC anuncia cuatro nuevos casos y un nuevo acuerdo contra estafadores de ingresos 

Digital Income System: el 17 de noviembre de 2020, un tribunal federal concedió la moción de la FTC de una orden de restricción temporal contra Digital Income System, Inc. y cinco personas más acusadas. La denuncia de la FTC alega que la estafa basada en Florida prometía falsamente a los consumidores que vendiendo membresías en los programas de los acusados, los consumidores probablemente ganarían grandes sumas de dinero. Por ejemplo, en el sitio web indicaban: «Los consumidores ganarán entre $500 y $12,500 por venta» y «Cada vez que uno de nuestros profesionales cierre una venta en su nombre, le enviaremos un suculento cheque de comisión directamente a su domicilio». Los acusados supuestamente cobraron a los consumidores una cantidad sustancial de dinero, que va desde los $1,000 hasta los $25,000. Sin embargo, la denuncia establece que la gran mayoría de los consumidores que pagaron a los acusados nunca obtuvieron ingresos sustanciales y, de hecho, muchos consumidores no obtuvieron nada. En la denuncia se alega que los acusados violaron tanto la normativa de la FTC como la Regla de Oportunidades Comerciales. El voto de la Comisión para autorizar al personal a presentar una demanda contra Digital Income System, Inc., Derek Jones Foley, William Foley, Christopher Brandon Frye, Jennifer Hedrick y Kaitlyn Scott fue de 5-0. El caso fue presentado en el Tribunal Federal de Distrito para el Distrito Sur de Florida.

Moda Latina: La demanda de la FTC alega que la compañía dirige sus acciones específicamente a las consumidoras latinas en anuncios televisivos en español con promesas falsas de ganancias trabajando desde el hogar. Los acusados supuestamente embaucan a los consumidores para que compren un negocio de trabajo desde casa con la falsa promesa de que los consumidores obtendrán «grandes ganancias» al revender productos de lujo como perfumes de marca. Las tergiversaciones alegadas en la demanda incluyen afirmaciones como «¿Quieres tener tu propio negocio y ganar hasta mil dólares por semana?» y «¿Crisis? ¿Qué crisis? Yo me olvidé de ella desde que empecé a vender con Perfume Box. Cambió mi vida y mi situación económica por completo». En la demanda también se alega que los vendedores telefónicos de los acusados amenazan habitualmente a los consumidores en violación de la Regla de Ventas de Telemercadeo (TSR). Según denuncia la FTC, desde marzo de 2017 hasta agosto de 2020 los acusados defraudaron más de $7 millones a consumidores que compraron sus oportunidades de trabajo desde casa, pero que nunca obtuvieron las ganancias prometidas. El voto de la Comisión para autorizar al personal a presentar una demanda contra Moda Latina BZ Inc., Esther Virginia Fernandez Aguirre y Marco Cesar Zarate Quíroz fue de 5-0. El caso fue presentado ante el Tribunal Federal de Distrito para el Distrito Central de California.

RagingBull.com: el 8 de diciembre de 2020, un tribunal federal concedió la moción de la FTC de una orden de restricción temporal contra RagingBull.com, LLC y sus coacusados. En la demanda de la FTC se alega que los acusados comercializaron de manera fraudulenta servicios relacionados con inversiones que, según ellos, permitirían a los consumidores obtener ganancias consistentes y ganarle al mercado. En cambio, la FTC alega que los consumidores, muchos de ellos jubilados, adultos mayores e inmigrantes, han perdido al menos $137 millones a causa de la estafa en los últimos tres años solamente. Los acusados afirmaban en sus declaraciones que los consumidores no necesitan mucho tiempo, dinero o experiencia, y que la pandemia mundial del coronavirus representa un buen momento para pagar cientos o miles de dólares para aprender sus técnicas comerciales secretas, afirmando en un anuncio que la pandemia «¡podría ser la oportunidad más emocionante en décadas!». Los acusados también hicieron afirmaciones como «¡Aprenda cómo puede DUPLICAR o TRIPLICAR su cuenta en una semana!». El voto de la Comisión para autorizar al personal a presentar una denuncia contra RagingBull.com, LLC; Jeffrey M. Bishop; Jason Bond (conocido antes como Jason P. Kowalik); Kyle W. Dennis; Sherwood Ventures, LLC; Jason Bond, LLC; MFA Holdings Corp.; Winston Research, Inc. y Winston Corp. fue de 5-0. El caso fue presentado ante el Tribunal Federal de Distrito para el Distrito de Maryland. La FTC agradece a la Oficina de Regulación de Valores de New Hampshire y a la Comisión de Bolsa y Valores de los Estados Unidos por su asistencia en este asunto.

Randon Morris: el 1 de diciembre de 2020, un tribunal federal concedió la moción de la FTC de una orden de restricción temporal contra Randon Morris y cuatro empresas que controla por perpetrar un plan de fraude de telemercadeo. La FTC alega que los acusados iniciaron millones de llamadas automáticas en todo el país para promover programas falsos de oportunidades comerciales de trabajo desde casa. Los acusados embaucaron a los consumidores para que compraran estos programas con promesas falsas de que podrían ganar cientos de dólares al día y afirmaban que tenían afiliación con Amazon.com, que no era verdad. También invocaban la pandemia del coronavirus en mensajes de llamadas automáticas para atraer a los consumidores que están preocupados por trabajar fuera de sus hogares durante esta crisis de salud pública nacional. La orden pone fin a las prácticas de ventas engañosas de los acusados, congela sus activos y nombra a un administrador judicial sobre las empresas. El voto de la Comisión para autorizar la presentación de una demanda contra Morris; National Web Design, LLC; B2B Website Design, LLC; Amazon Affiliate Program, LLC y R&C Consultation, LLC fue de 5-0. El caso fue presentado ante el Tribunal Federal de Distrito para el Distrito de Utah. La FTC agradece a la Oficina del Fiscal General de Utah, al Servicio de Alguaciles de los Estados Unidos y al Departamento de Policía de Orem, Utah, por su asistencia en este asunto.

8 Figure Dream Lifestyle: Los diez acusados en este caso de 2019, que según la FTC embaucaron específicamente a adultos mayores con la venta de oportunidades falsas para hacer dinero, han llegado a un acuerdo resolutorio con la FTC por los cargos en su contra. Según los términos de dos órdenes finales estipuladas, a los acusados se les prohíbe vender métodos para hacer dinero y programas de capacitación empresarial, y a nueve de los acusados se les prohíbe utilizar llamadas automáticas para la mayoría de los fines, incluidos el marketing y la publicidad. Además, tres de los acusados tienen prohibido vender oportunidades de inversión. Las órdenes finales estipuladas imponen sentencias monetarias por un total de más de $32 millones, que están parcialmente suspendidas debido a la incapacidad de pago de los acusados. Los acusados han entregado activos por un total de más de $1.25 millones a la Comisión, y si se descubre que han tergiversado su situación financiera, las sentencias serán pagaderas en su totalidad de inmediato. El voto de la Comisión para autorizar el acuerdo resolutorio con 8 Figure Dream Lifestyle, LLC; JL Net Bargains, Inc.; Kappy Enterprises, LLC; Millionaire Mind Enterprises, LLC; Spirit Consulting Group, Inc.; John A. Bain; Alex Dee; Brian M. Kaplan y Jerrold S. Maurer fue de 3-0-2. Según consta en los registros, las comisionadas Christine S. Wilson y Rebecca Kelly Slaughter no participaron. El voto de la Comisión para autorizar el acuerdo resolutorio con OEA LLC fue de 5-0. Las órdenes finales estipuladas fueron dictadas por el Tribunal Federal de Distrito para el Distrito Central de California.

Nuevos materiales educativos para ayudar a los consumidores a detectar y evitar las estafas basadas en ingresos 

Además de las acciones judiciales, la FTC ha publicado información actualizada para los consumidores sobre diversos tipos de estafas basadas en ingresos.

Todos estos materiales educativos están disponibles en inglés y en español en el sitio web consumidor.ftc.gov. Como parte de la Operación Ilusión de Ingresos, la CFTC y las autoridades estatales en Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Hampshire, Oregón, Pensilvania, Carolina del Sur, Utah y Wisconsin, y la Oficina del Fiscal del Distrito del Condado de Fresno en California se han unido a los esfuerzos de extensión comunitaria de la FTC mediante la difusión de materiales educativos para los consumidores en sus comunidades locales. 

NOTA: La Comisión presenta una demanda cuando existe una «razón para creer» que los acusados mencionados en la demanda están infringiendo la ley o están a punto de infringirla y cuando la Comisión considera que el procedimiento es de interés público. Las órdenes de interdicto/órdenes acordadas de carácter final adquieren fuerza de ley cuando son aprobadas y firmadas por el juez del Tribunal de Distrito.

La Comisión Federal de Comercio trabaja para promover la competencia y proteger y educar a los consumidores. Puede obtener más información sobre los temas de interés del consumidor y reportar estafas, fraude o malas prácticas comerciales en línea en el sitio ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Siga la página de la FTC en Facebook, síganos en Twitter, reciba las alertas para consumidores, lea nuestros blogs y suscríbase a los comunicados de prensa para conocer las últimas noticias y recursos de la FTC.

COMUNICADO DE PRENSA DE REFERENCIA: 
La FCT y otros colegas a cargo del cumplimiento de la ley anuncian un nuevo y enérgico operativo contra las llamadas automáticas pre-grabadas ilegales 

INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO 
CONTACTO PARA CONSUMIDORES: 
Centro de Respuesta al Consumidor de la FTC 

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Viking Announces 2022-2023 World Cruise

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — In response to strong demand for its World Cruise itineraries, Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its new

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — In response to strong demand for its World Cruise itineraries, Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its new 2022-2023 Viking World Cruise, which will span 138 days, 28 countries and 58 ports, with overnight stays in 11 cities. Departing on December 22, 2022 from Ft. Lauderdale, guests will sail on Viking’s newest ocean vessel, Viking Neptune®, which will join the company’s fleet of award-winning 930-guest ocean ships in late 2022.

Viking World Cruise guests will embark in Florida and journey to Central America, before transiting the Panama Canal and sailing up the West Coast of North America. A shorter, 121-day Viking World Journeys itinerary, is also available, allowing guests to join Viking Neptune in Los Angeles and cross the Pacific Ocean to call in Hawaii, Australia and New Zealand, before exploring ports of call in Asia and the Middle East. Finally, the ship will journey through the Mediterranean and conclude the voyage in London.  

«We are pleased to offer this new opportunity for explorers to circumnavigate the world in comfort,» said Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking. «World Cruises are truly special voyages, and they continue to be one of our most sought-after offerings. Our 2021-2022 World Cruise has already sold out more than a year in advance, which speaks to the enthusiasm of our guests as they look forward to the return of international travel.»

2022-2023 Viking World Cruise Highlights:

Viking’s newest World Cruise itinerary visits dozens of the world’s most iconic cities, alongside lesser-known destinations, in one seamless itinerary. Overnight stays in 11 ports, such as Sydney, Haifa, and Istanbul, and double overnights in Auckland, Bali, Ho Chi Minh, Yangon, and Mumbai allow guests to delve deeper. While on board, Viking offers cultural enrichment through onboard lectures and entertainment – such as the Viking Resident Historian® program, which provides guests with a high-level historical and cultural education specific to their journey. Guests will immerse themselves in the world’s rich cultures during included excursions that provide unmatched insight into daily life, as well as Privileged Access® visits to cultural institutions. Highlights of the new 2022-2023 Viking World Cruise itinerary include:

  • Kauai (Nawiliwili), Hawaii: The Garden Island – Explore the lush vegetation of tropical Kauai, nicknamed Hawaii’s «Garden Island.» Guests can embark on a scenic drive to Wailua, known as the «Land of the Kings,» to admire stunning nature including the 150-foot high ʻŌpaekaʻa Falls, visit Nawilliwilli’s Old Town and enjoy a walk along the beach, or peruse the shops of nearby Anchor Cove.
  • Sydney, Australia: Iconic Harbor – Experience Sydney’s magnificent harbor, the world’s largest, and enjoy an overnight stay allowing ample time to explore this culture-rich city, from its world-class opera house to the natural wonders of the nearby Blue Mountains. 
  • Singapore, Singapore: A Melting Pot of Cultures – Witness the remarkable cultural diversity of Singapore during an overnight stay. Take a tour of the city’s eclectic neighborhoods, from Little India to Arab Street, visit the futuristic horticultural park showcasing more than one million plants, or enjoy a Night Safari at the world’s first nocturnal wildlife park. 
  • Mumbai, India: A City of Old and New – While in port in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai, guests can learn about the life and legacy of activist Mahatma Gandhi, enjoy the Hanging Gardens, one of the prized few parks found in the city, and explore the diversity of its neighborhoods, from the picturesque narrow streets of Old Mumbai to the colorful markets in the city’s center.
  • Istanbul, Turkey: Where East Meets West – Guests will enjoy ample time to experience this historic city during an overnight stay. Straddled across two continents and the Bosporus Strait, Istanbul offers a wealth of religious sites to explore such as the spectacular Blue Mosque or the legendary Hagia Sophia, and boasts delicious fusion cuisine, combining fresh Mediterranean fare with spices from the Far East and Asia. 
  • London (Greenwich), England: The Royal Borough – The journey concludes in the historic Royal Borough of Greenwich, London on the Thames River, allowing easy access to the regal capital’s iconic sights, including the Tower of London, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Viking Neptune

Viking’s ocean ships have a gross tonnage of 47,800 tons, with 465 staterooms that can host 930 guests. Viking Neptune is the ninth ship to join Viking’s award-winning ocean fleet, which also includes Viking Star®, Viking Sea®, Viking Sky®, Viking Sun®, Viking Orion®, Viking Jupiter®, Viking Venus® and Viking Mars®. Classified by Cruise Critic as «small ships,» Viking’s ocean fleet features modern Scandinavian design with elegant touches, intimate spaces and attention to detail. Highlights include:

  • All Veranda Staterooms: Guests can choose from five stateroom categories, starting from 270 sq. ft. Veranda Staterooms, all with private verandas, sweeping views of the destination and premium amenities that include king-size beds with luxury linens, generously proportioned closets, large interactive flat-screen LCD TVs with movies-on-demand, free Wi-Fi and award-winning bathrooms with large showers, premium Freyja® bath products and heated floors.
  • Explorer Suites: The ships feature 14 Explorer Suites, which are two-room suites ranging from 757 to 1,163 sq. ft. With expansive views from wraparound private verandas, as well as the most amenities and privileges of any category on board, Explorer Suites offer the ultimate sanctuary for World Cruise guests.
  • Two Pool Choices: In addition to the Main Pool with a retractable roof permitting any-season swimming, the ships feature a first-of-its-kind glass-backed Infinity Pool cantilevered off the stern, allowing guests to swim surrounded by their destination.
  • LivNordic Spa: In keeping with Viking’s Nordic heritage, The Spa on board is designed with the holistic wellness philosophy of Scandinavia in mind—from the centuries-old tradition of the sauna to a Snow Grotto where snowflakes gently descend from the ceiling through chilled air. 
  • Explorers’ Lounge and Mamsen’s: Share a cocktail with friends. Linger over a Norwegian breakfast and a nautical history book. The Explorers’ Lounge and Mamsen’s gourmet deli are thoughtful spaces located at the bow of the ship and designed to represent the Scandinavian spirit for complete relaxation and for marveling at sweeping views through double-height windows.
  • The Wintergarden: Guests looking for serenity will find it in the Wintergarden. In this elegant space under a canopy of Scandinavian trellised wood, guests can indulge in afternoon tea service.
  • Dining Choices: Viking’s ships offer eight dining options, all with no additional charge or fee—from fine dining in The Restaurant, which serves three full meals and a variety of culinary options, and the World Café, which features international fare and regional specialties including a sushi and seafood cold bar—to intimate alternative dining experiences at The Chef’s Table, which offers a multi-course tasting menu with wine pairings, and Manfredi’s, which features freshly prepared pastas and Italian favorites. The Pool Grill specializes in gourmet burgers, while afternoon tea and scones are available in the Wintergarden. Mamsen’s serves Norwegian deli-style fare, and complimentary 24-hour room service allows all guests to enjoy many signature dishes in the comfort of their stateroom. Furthermore, with multiple choices for outdoor seating during meals, Viking’s ocean ships offer the most al fresco dining at sea. Additionally, The Kitchen Table specializes in regional dishes from market to table.
  • Cultural Enrichment: Viking experiences from ship to shore are designed for unparalleled access and cultural enrichment. Viking Resident Historians deliver high-level historical and cultural education specific to the journey, offering invaluable insight into the rich history of the destination. Guest Lecturers who are experts in their fields shed light on the destination’s art, architecture, music, geopolitics, natural world and more. Destination Performances represent the most iconic cultural performing arts of the region—whether it be Italian opera or Portuguese fado. Resident Classical Musicians—pianists, guitarists, violinists and flautists—perform classical compositions throughout the ships. And Culinary Classes in The Kitchen Table, Viking’s onboard cooking school, focus on regional cuisine.
  • Nordic Inspiration: Even the smallest details take their inspiration from the exploratory spirit of the original Vikings, reflecting deeply held Nordic traditions. Light wood grains, touches of slate and teak, Swedish limestone and fragrant juniper appear throughout the public spaces and Spa. The Clinker-built design of the Viking Bar mirrors the construction style of the original Viking Longships. A Viking Heritage Center provides history and context from the Viking Age. And characters from Norse Mythology are subtly incorporated into the design, providing curious guests with inspiration to further explore Viking’s Nordic heritage.
  • Sustainable Features: Designed to be environmentally friendly, Viking’s ships feature energy-efficient engines, hydro-dynamically optimized streamlined hull and bow for maximum fuel efficiency and equipment that reduces exhaust pollution and meets the strictest worldwide environmental regulations.

Booking Details

Pricing for the 2022-2023 Viking World Cruise starts at $49,995 per person; pricing for the 2023 Viking World Journeys itinerary starts at $46,995 per person, based on double-occupancy. Both of Viking’s new World Cruise itineraries offer up to $50,000 per couple in Viking Value, including Business Class international air, transfers to and from the ship, all shipboard gratuities and service fees, complimentary visa services, the Silver Spirits Beverage Package, and free luggage shipping services for embarkation. Guests who book between now and February 28, 2021 will receive an additional $2,000 per person in shore excursion credit for any optional land programs and $1,000 per person in shipboard credit which can be used toward optional tours, spa services, onboard shops and beverages. Viking Explorer Society members who book the 2022-2023 Viking World Cruise or Viking World Journeys through February 28, 2021 will receive an additional $1,000 in shipboard credit per person. 

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About Viking

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers guests «the thinking person’s cruise» in contrast to mainstream cruises. In its first five years of operation, Viking has been rated the #1 ocean cruise line in Travel + Leisure‘s 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 «World’s Best» Awards. In addition to the Travel + Leisure honors, Viking has also been honored multiple times on Condé Nast Traveler‘s «Gold List» as well as recognized by Cruise Critic as «Best Overall» Small-Mid size ship in the 2018 Cruisers’ Choice Awards, «Best River Cruise Line» and «Best River Itineraries,» with the entire Viking Longships® fleet being named «Best New River Ships» in the website’s Editors’ Picks Awards. For additional information, contact Viking at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or visit www.viking.com. For Viking’s award-winning enrichment channel, visit www.viking.tv.

 

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Alcantara Will Dress A Variety Of Luxury-Car Holiday Gifts

DETROIT, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Covid-19 has shuttered most of the world’s major auto shows, but it hasn’t kept automakers from introducing high-end cars for holiday shoppers that are equipped with luxury material from Alcantara.

DETROIT, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Covid-19 has shuttered most of the world’s major auto shows, but it hasn’t kept automakers from introducing high-end cars for holiday shoppers that are equipped with luxury material from Alcantara.

Carmakers offering Alcantara® for yearend shoppers include Maserati, Bugatti, Bentley, FCA, Ford Performance, Lexus, Peugeot and Nissan. And those are just a few of the companies with Alcantara-equipped vehicles that are sure to be special holiday gifts for car enthusiasts and their loved ones around the world.

Maserati’s recently unveiled MC20, for example, has Alcantara-dressed seating, door pillars, side panels, instrument panel, steering wheel and headliner and is sure to be at the top of more than just a few holiday wish lists. The car has a 630-horsepower, twin-turbo V-6 engine and accelerates from zero to 100 in less than 2.9 seconds – the perfect gift for a speed-loving car enthusiast.

Bugatti and Bentley are nameplates destined for surprise holiday appearances as well. Based on the Bugatti Chiron, the limited-edition Bugatti Divo has an 8-liter, 1,500-horsepower engine and a steering wheel trimmed in Alcantara. The Bentley Bentayga Speed and Bentley Continental GT both have Alcantara interior trim with a unique and incredibly soft touch.

In the United States, FCA now has a 50th Anniversary Limited Edition version of the Dodge Challenger with Alcantara interior trim. Billed by FCA as «the world’s quickest, fastest and most powerful muscle car,» Challenger offers Alcantara as an option on a variety of other models as well.

In Japan, the Lexus LC 500 features Alcantara with its touring, sport and dynamic handling packages. Alcantara also has center stage on the special edition Lexus LC 500 Aviation Edition. It is included on the Aviation’s center console, door trim, steering wheel and headliner.

A limited-edition Nissan GT-R50 unveiled recently in Italy by Italdesign features black Alcantara on its seats, steering wheel, instrument cluster and door panels, as well as on the dashboard and center console. For holiday shoppers in Russia, the interior of the luxury N-tec version of Nissan’s Qashqai SUV also is dressed in Alcantara.

Ford Performance in Milan recently announced a special Ford GT Heritage Edition celebrating the anniversary of Ford’s first 24-hour endurance win at Daytona. The car’s driver-centric interior has seating dressed in red Alcantara to match the holiday spirit along with black Alcantara on its steering wheel, instrument panel and headliner.

The GT version of Peugeot’s new e-2008 SUV all-electric vehicle has grey Alcantara seat trim. In Korea, various Hyundai I30 N models come equipped with Alcantara and Hyundai owners also can customize their cars with center consoles, steering wheels, gear knobs and parking levers dressed in Alcantara from Hyundai N Performance.

In China, a wide array of new models equipped with Alcantara were on display at this fall’s Beijing Auto Show, one of the only major shows open to the public in 2020. FAW’s Red Flag brand, Lynk & Co’s Geely brand and Roewe, a SAIC brand, all showcased vehicles with Alcantara interior treatments. Maserati and Porsche were among the European carmakers with Alcantara-equipped interiors at the Beijing show as well.

And for music lovers and travelers, Master & Dynamic and Automobili Lamborghini recently co-branded an exclusive range of noise-canceling headphones with design elements inspired by iconic Italian sports cars, but at a somewhat lower price.

Alcantara S.p.A.

Founded in 1972, Alcantara represents one of the leading Made in Italy brands. A registered trademark of Alcantara S.p.A and the result of unique and proprietary technology, Alcantara ® is a highly innovative material offering an unparalleled combination of sensory, aesthetic and functional qualities. Thanks to its extraordinary versatility, Alcantara is the chosen material for leading brands in numerous specialist fields: fashion and accessories, the automotive industry, interior design, home décor and consumer-electronics. These characteristics, together with a serious and proven commitment to the use of sustainable materials, allow Alcantara to express and define contemporary lifestyle: the lifestyles of those who love to enjoy everyday products to the fullest while respecting the environment. Having analysed, reduced and offset all CO2 emissions linked to the company, in 2009 Alcantara was certified «Carbon Neutral» (from «cradle to grave»). To document the company’s journey in this field, Alcantara conducts and publishes an annual Sustainability Report, certified by BDO and available for review on the company website. Headquartered in Milan, Alcantara also has production facilities and a research department in Nera Montoro in the heart of Italy’s Umbria region (Terni).

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Massive New Mobile LED Trailers Now Available for Drive-Ins and Outdoor Events

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment (UOE) announced that in partnership with

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment (UOE) announced that in partnership with Insane Impact, UOE has acquired two of the largest mobile LED screen trailers that Insane Impact manufactures – the new flagship MAX 2313. These two new massive mobile LED screens will be staged in Texas to service the entire central US and in California to service the entire West Coast. It seems only fitting that the two of largest states in the country are first to receive the largest LED screens in the nation available from UOE.  

  • UOE Founder and CTO, Darrell Landers said, «We are absolutely thrilled to expand our growing mobile LED trailer fleet by adding the largest mobile LED screens that are available today from Insane Impact. UOE has become a nationwide leader in big screen LED technology and these new 23′ x 13′ mobile LED screen trailers are the perfect fit for the creative solutions that we provide for our customers outdoor viewing experiences.» 

These massive new LED screen trailer platforms allow UOE to offer high resolution, incredibly bright video screens that are perfect for our growing customer base of production companies, marketing agencies, professional sports teams, cities & municipalities, civic groups, theme parks, and various venues for entertainment, sports, arts districts, and more. UOE’s incredibly bright LED screens that now make daytime viewing experiences possible that could only be done at night previously.

Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment has specialized in big screen projection technology for more than a decade but over the last few years UOE has added LED video wall rentals, mobile LED screen trailers, semi-permanent and permanent LED screen installations and drive-in theater consulting and installations, making UOE one of the most capable and diverse video solutions company in the U.S.

«COVID-19 has created a surge in demand for safe, outdoor entertainment options that allow people to adequately space themselves apart but still get out and enjoy some activities. UOE has been busy all year providing big screen entertainment all over the country for drive-in movies, graduations, brand activations, video concerts, comedy tours, live streaming events, and even memorials & funerals.» – Laura Landers, Owner & CEO

  • These two new huge mobile LED screens with their advanced technology and rapid deployment capabilities, combined with our long range video transmission system (perfect for syncing multiple screens together) and live camera packages will allow UOE to scale their operations to accommodate almost any outdoor video entertainment need for their customers.

Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment (UOE) is taking outdoor events to the next level. UOE started in 2008 as a small business operating out of a garage in Austin, TX. Today, still a family-owned business, UOE operates nationwide with locations in more than 20 major cities across 12 states, offering outdoor movies, mobile drive-in events, & LED screen rentals at UOE.com 

If you would like more information about this topic, please call 877-735-4257 or email events@uoe.com.  

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