DuPont Water Solutions and Waterise Collaborate Toward Sustainable Subsea Desalination

WILMINGTON, Del., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — DuPont (NYSE:DD) today announced that it has entered into a collaboration with Waterise to provide seawater reverse osmosis membranes and expertise to the company’s subsea desalination plants.

Subsea reverse osmosis (RO) desalination presents a sustainable and more economical new way to turn seawater to freshwater. As subsea desalination leverages the natural hydrostatic pressure found at the depths of the sea to run the reverse osmosis,…

WILMINGTON, Del., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — DuPont (NYSE:DD) today announced that it has entered into a collaboration with Waterise to provide seawater reverse osmosis membranes and expertise to the company’s subsea desalination plants.

Subsea reverse osmosis (RO) desalination presents a sustainable and more economical new way to turn seawater to freshwater. As subsea desalination leverages the natural hydrostatic pressure found at the depths of the sea to run the reverse osmosis, it reduces the energy requirements of conventional RO desalination by 40 percent. It also requires 80 percent less coastal land than land-based plants, presenting a viable option for communities with limited space. From an environmental perspective, subsea desalination requires lower amounts of pretreatment chemicals and eliminates the discharge of concentrated brine into coastal waters.

As Waterise’s patented desalination units reside on the sea floor, Waterise sought the most durable, longest-lasting reverse osmosis element on the market—ultimately focusing on DuPont’s FilmTec™ seawater membranes.

«As we look to increase access to fresh water and enable a water optimized world, we are energized by opportunities to collaborate on innovative solutions to water purification, conservation and reuse,» said HP Nanda, global vice president and general manager, DuPont Water Solutions. «We are excited about Waterise’s new approach to desalination that not only reduces water scarcity, but also minimizes energy consumption and environmental impact.»

In addition to exclusively using DuPont’s FilmTec™ seawater membranes for all systems, DuPont and Waterise will share knowledge and expertise, as well as collaborate on research and development toward the mission to advance the subsea desalination operations and performance.

«I am delighted to announce that Waterise is collaborating with DuPont as part of our program to identify and establish collaboration with world leading companies which produce components needed to construct a Waterise desalination unit,» says Niels Petter Wright, CEO, Waterise.

DuPont Water Solutions (DWS) is a leader in sustainable water purification and separation technologies, including ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis (RO) membranes and ion exchange resins. DuPont has been innovating and producing solutions in support of desalination for more than 40 years. The company continues to be at the forefront of reverse osmosis products that pursue sustainability—from lower energy membranes to the recent launch of dry-tested seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO)—as well as the continuous enhancement of membrane durability to enable extremely long membrane lifetimes.

Waterise is a Norwegian company with a groundbreaking and ready to go to market technology for desalination. The subsea desalination solution combines existing reverse osmosis technology with established Norwegian subsea technology and off-the-shelf equipment from leading global subsea suppliers. By reducing land and energy use and providing a standardized and module-based system, Waterise´s solutions will deliver fresh water with substantially reduced investment and operating costs compared to any other technology.

Desalination removes salt and other chemicals from seawater to produce freshwater for municipal, agricultural, energy or industrial use. The world’s oceans contain over 97 percent of the planet’s water resources, providing an essentially unlimited raw material for seawater desalination.

About DuPont Water & Protection
DuPont Water and Protection is a global leader in creating water, shelter and safety solutions for a more sustainable world; enabling its customers to win through unique capabilities, global scale and iconic brands including Kevlar®, Nomex®, Tyvek®, Corian® Design, GreatStuff™, Styrofoam™, and FilmTec™.

About DuPont

DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, healthcare and worker safety. More information about the company, its businesses and solutions can be found at http://www.dupont.com. Investors can access information included on the Investor Relations section of the website at investors.dupont.com.

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AI Adoption By Auto Insurers Grows Exponentially In 2020

CHICAGO, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CCC Information Services (CCC), an AI leader in insurance technology, reports a more than 50 percent year-over-year increase in claims processed using deep learning. The company also reports that more than 5 million unique claims have been processed using a CCC deep learning AI solution, and the number of claims using two or more of its AI applications has more than doubled year over year. Today, more than 75 auto insurers are actively applying CCC’s advanced AI…

CHICAGO, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CCC Information Services (CCC), an AI leader in insurance technology, reports a more than 50 percent year-over-year increase in claims processed using deep learning. The company also reports that more than 5 million unique claims have been processed using a CCC deep learning AI solution, and the number of claims using two or more of its AI applications has more than doubled year over year. Today, more than 75 auto insurers are actively applying CCC’s advanced AI to power claims decisions and improve policyholder experiences.

«The growth we’re seeing in AI adoption is tied to our proven ability to deliver actionable insights with advancing precision,» said John Goodson, senior vice president, technology, CCC. «The CCC Cloud platform is built for speed and scale and today processes 2.7 billion transactions per day. We are powering AI innovations at scale and are proud to help each client use AI to provide a tailored experience for their customers.»

The sharp growth of AI-powered claims is driven by: 

  • Increased Adoption: As usage of CCC’s mobile technology has reached a tipping point, insurers have quickly turned to AI to further speed and inform the claims process. The number of insurers using CCC’s proven AI solutions grew more than 30 percent year-over-year.
  • Expanded Application: Innovation has driven AI into multiple phases of the claims process, and today includes estimating, audit, total loss handling, AI-based data validation, and more as the industry progresses towards its vision of straight-through processing.
  • Personalized Decisions: With more than 300 active AI models supporting client-specific rules, insurers and their customers are benefitting from more personalized claims decisions.

A leader in AI-informed solutions, CCC’s application of AI expands beyond claims decision making. CCC’s solutions leverage AI to improve customer interactions, streamline operations, and digitize assessments. Whether applying language recognition to better engage consumers, computer vision to assess medical bills, or deep learning to accelerate decisions across the claims lifecycle, CCC continues to apply AI to improve interactions and operations across the network. 

«Artificial intelligence is contributing to safer, more accurate, and accelerated decisions across the APD claims lifecycle and across the P&C insurance ecosystem,» said Barrett Callaghan, executive vice president, markets and customer success, CCC. «Policyholders are benefiting from expedited processing. Lienholders can now be notified of a total loss days earlier. And AI is helping to ensure repair facilities big and small receive a greater percentage of repairable vehicles, eliminating noise and increasing productivity. The benefits of increased AI adoption span the network.»

Learn more about CCC’s advanced AI solutions.

About CCC
CCC is a leading SaaS platform for the multi-trillion-dollar P&C insurance economy powering operations for insurers, repairers, automakers, part suppliers, lenders, and more. CCC cloud technology connects more than 30,000 businesses digitizing mission-critical workflows, commerce, and customer experiences. A trusted leader in AI, IoT, customer experience, network and workflow management, CCC delivers innovations that keep people’s lives moving forward when it matters most. Learn more about CCC at www.cccis.com.

 

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MoneyGram Advances Mobile Wallet Capabilities with Five-Year Extension to Ooredoo Qatar Partnership

Renewal enables MoneyGram and Ooredoo customers to continue to send money in near real-time to family and friends through Ooredoo Money Wallet

Ooredoo Qatar, the Company’s first fully digital partner in 2012, experienced impressive triple digit YoY transaction growth in 2020

DALLAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced a five-year…

Renewal enables MoneyGram and Ooredoo customers to continue to send money in near real-time to family and friends through Ooredoo Money Wallet

Ooredoo Qatar, the Company’s first fully digital partner in 2012, experienced impressive triple digit YoY transaction growth in 2020

DALLAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced a five-year extension to its partnership with Ooredoo Qatar, the leading telecommunications operator in Qatar. The renewal enables MoneyGram customers to continue to send money in near real-time to family and friends through Ooredoo Money Wallet, a virtual account that allows customers to easily deposit, access or withdraw money.

«We’re excited to extend our partnership with Ooredoo Qatar for another five years as we continue to build upon the strong momentum in our digital transformation,» said Alex Holmes, MoneyGram Chairman and CEO. «As our first fully digital partner back in 2012, Ooredoo has been a driving force in our shift to digital in the Middle Eastern market, and we look forward to seeing our partnership continue to flourish in the years to come.»

Ooredoo was recently awarded «MoneyGram Global Agent of the Year» due to the explosive triple digit year-over-year transaction growth it experienced in 2020 as well as its collaborative strategy to further improve customer experience. As consumer demand for account deposit services and digital options continues to increase, MoneyGram and Ooredoo Qatar are giving consumers the opportunity to send and receive money from the comfort of their own homes, which has been especially important in the last year.

«With Qatar being one of the largest outbound international remittance markets, our strategic partnership with MoneyGram continues to help connect friends and family around the world through fast, convenient and affordable money transfer services,» said Fatima Sultan Al Kuwari, Chief Consumer Officer at Ooredoo Qatar. «The length of the new contract term is a testament to the strength and ongoing success of this partnership, and we are excited about what this means for the future of digital remittances in the Middle East.» 

About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers. Its consumer-centric capabilities enable family and friends to quickly and affordably send money in more than 200 countries and territories, with 90 now digitally enabled.

MoneyGram leverages its modern, mobile, and API-driven platform and collaborates with the world’s leading brands to serve millions of people each year through both its walk-in business and its direct-to-consumer digital business.

With a strong culture of innovation and a relentless focus on utilizing technology to deliver the world’s best customer experience, MoneyGram is leading the evolution of digital P2P payments.

For more information, please visit MoneyGram.com and follow @MoneyGram.

About Ooredoo
Ooredoo is Qatar’s leading communications company, delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses. As a community-focused company, Ooredoo is guided by its vision of enriching people’s lives and its belief that it can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

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Stephen Reiff
media@moneygram.com

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NATSO, Trucking Groups Urge Centers for Disease Control to Designate Truckstops as Mobile Vaccine Sites

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NATSO, representing the nation’s truckstops and travel plazas, along with a coalition representing trucking fleets and truck drivers in need, urged the Centers for Disease Control to designate truckstops and travel plazas as mobile vaccination sites to leverage existing truckstop locations for the distribution of vaccines to professional truck drivers and truckstop employees.

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NATSO, representing the nation’s truckstops and travel plazas, along with a coalition representing trucking fleets and truck drivers in need, urged the Centers for Disease Control to designate truckstops and travel plazas as mobile vaccination sites to leverage existing truckstop locations for the distribution of vaccines to professional truck drivers and truckstop employees.

The very nature of the trucking, truckstop and travel plaza industries allows an opportunity to have an immediate and meaningful impact on the distribution of vaccines to essential truckstop employees and truck drivers, the groups said in a letter to CDC Director Rochelle Walensky.

NATSO was joined in signing the letter by the American Trucking Associations, the Truckload Carriers Association, National Private Truck Council, National Association of Small Trucking Companies, St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund, and the Tank Truck Carriers.

«Truckstops and travel plazas are designed to cater to the unique needs of truck drivers who spend hundreds of days each year away from home,» said NATSO President and CEO Lisa Mullings. «Commercial drivers who are unable to access medical services in their home state or while driving a tractor trailer already are accustomed to accessing these service at truckstops and travel centers. Designating our network as mobile vaccination sites will ensure efficient vaccinations for the essential truck drivers who deliver America’s needs as well as the employees who serve them.»

Utilizing truckstops and travel plazas as mobile vaccination sites would alleviate significant challenges that truck drivers currently face in receiving an expedient vaccine. Many states, for example, currently require proof of residency to receive a vaccine.

Truck drivers should be allowed to receive a vaccine in a state other than that within which they reside due to their length of time on the road and away from home. Truck drivers also must be allowed to receive their second vaccination at a different location as it is improbable that they would have the ability to return to the primary vaccination site on a specific date or time.

«TCA continues to be awed by the dedication of the hardworking men and women in our industry who put their own health and wellbeing on the line to ensure the vaccine makes it safely to its final destination, all while wondering when they will be able to receive their own shots,» said John Lyboldt, President of the Truckload Carriers Association. «We stand ready to help in any way possible to alleviate this concern and urge the CDC to prioritize the trucking industry as the vaccination effort expands.»

«We’re grateful to be working with industry partners to ensure the trucking industry has access to the vaccine while out on the road,» said Dan Horvath, Vice President, Safety Policy, for the American Trucking Associations. «We cannot expect drivers—some of whom are actively transporting the vaccine—to return to their home domicile in order to receive the vaccine. Removing the red tape and using truckstops and travel plazas as mobile distribution sites exclusively for our industry will assist in making the vaccine available for those who choose to receive it.»

«Throughout the last year truck drivers have continued risking their lives to bring us food, supplies, medical equipment, PPE, and now, vaccines,» said Donna Kennedy, Executive Director of the St. Christopher Relief Fund. «It only seems right that our Highway Heroes, these essential workers, be prioritized with immunization against the virus. The St. Christopher Fund feels that it is vital for truck drivers to receive COVID-19 vaccines as soon as possible, and that they have easy access to the vaccines. To help with this, we are working with pharmacies and NATSO to make a nationwide plan to have vaccine clinics at truck stops.»

NATSO is the trade association of America’s travel plaza and truckstop industry. Founded in 1960, NATSO represents the industry on legislative and regulatory matters; serves as the official source of information on the diverse travel plaza and truckstop industry; provides education to its members; conducts an annual convention and trade show; and supports efforts to generally improve the business climate in which its members operate.

Contact:
Tiffany Wlazlowski Neuman
Vice President, Public Affairs
(703) 739-8578

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Lear’s Pine Grove Facility Manufactures Over 4 Million Face Masks

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that it has manufactured and distributed more than 4 million face masks from its Pine Grove, Pa., facility since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that it has manufactured and distributed more than 4 million face masks from its Pine Grove, Pa., facility since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lear installed mask-making equipment at the facility in 2020, in response to the COVID-19 crisis, with capacity available to make 600,000 units per week. From Pine Grove, Lear has distributed masks to distributors, schools, hospitals, civic departments, non-profits and company employees.

Given the aims of the recent Executive Order on Sustainable Public Health Supply Chain to build long-term capability in the United States to manufacture medical supplies for health care crises, the Pine Grove facility continues to be ready to supply domestic customers with locally made face masks.

«We continue to make available our manufacturing and technology resources to help address this health care crisis,» said Ray Scott, Lear President and CEO. «It’s important that we work together to help protect our communities, families and coworkers, and keep businesses operating.»

Using innovative cloth and fabric solutions from Lear’s Guilford Performance Textiles business, employees at the Pine Grove facility completed training to operate the mask-making machines and practice health protocols from Lear’s Safe Work Playbook to safely operate during the pandemic.

For their efforts, the plant was honored with Lear’s 2020 CEO Special Appreciation Award, the company’s highest award given to the plant or team that went above and beyond their day-to-day responsibilities to make a difference.

«The quick and safe implementation of face mask production capabilities at Pine Grove was made possible by the global Lear team’s procurement and engineering work and support from our union partners and the local government,» Scott said.  

About Lear Corporation
Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of talented employees in 38 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks 166 on the Fortune 500.

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MoneyGram Advances Mobile Wallet Capabilities with Five-Year Extension to Ooredoo Qatar Partnership

Renewal enables MoneyGram and Ooredoo customers to continue to send money in near real-time to family and friends through Ooredoo Money Wallet

Ooredoo Qatar, the Company’s first fully digital partner in 2012, experienced impressive triple digit YoY transaction growth in 2020

DALLAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced a five-year…

Renewal enables MoneyGram and Ooredoo customers to continue to send money in near real-time to family and friends through Ooredoo Money Wallet

Ooredoo Qatar, the Company’s first fully digital partner in 2012, experienced impressive triple digit YoY transaction growth in 2020

DALLAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced a five-year extension to its partnership with Ooredoo Qatar, the leading telecommunications operator in Qatar. The renewal enables MoneyGram customers to continue to send money in near real-time to family and friends through Ooredoo Money Wallet, a virtual account that allows customers to easily deposit, access or withdraw money.

«We’re excited to extend our partnership with Ooredoo Qatar for another five years as we continue to build upon the strong momentum in our digital transformation,» said Alex Holmes, MoneyGram Chairman and CEO. «As our first fully digital partner back in 2012, Ooredoo has been a driving force in our shift to digital in the Middle Eastern market, and we look forward to seeing our partnership continue to flourish in the years to come.»

Ooredoo was recently awarded «MoneyGram Global Agent of the Year» due to the explosive triple digit year-over-year transaction growth it experienced in 2020 as well as its collaborative strategy to further improve customer experience. As consumer demand for account deposit services and digital options continues to increase, MoneyGram and Ooredoo Qatar are giving consumers the opportunity to send and receive money from the comfort of their own homes, which has been especially important in the last year.

«With Qatar being one of the largest outbound international remittance markets, our strategic partnership with MoneyGram continues to help connect friends and family around the world through fast, convenient and affordable money transfer services,» said Fatima Sultan Al Kuwari, Chief Consumer Officer at Ooredoo Qatar. «The length of the new contract term is a testament to the strength and ongoing success of this partnership, and we are excited about what this means for the future of digital remittances in the Middle East.» 

About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers. Its consumer-centric capabilities enable family and friends to quickly and affordably send money in more than 200 countries and territories, with 90 now digitally enabled.

MoneyGram leverages its modern, mobile, and API-driven platform and collaborates with the world’s leading brands to serve millions of people each year through both its walk-in business and its direct-to-consumer digital business.

With a strong culture of innovation and a relentless focus on utilizing technology to deliver the world’s best customer experience, MoneyGram is leading the evolution of digital P2P payments.

For more information, please visit MoneyGram.com and follow @MoneyGram.

About Ooredoo
Ooredoo is Qatar’s leading communications company, delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses. As a community-focused company, Ooredoo is guided by its vision of enriching people’s lives and its belief that it can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

MoneyGram Media Contact
Stephen Reiff
media@moneygram.com

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Getech and IGA to Further the Use of Clean Geothermal Energy

HOUSTON, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Getech, a provider of data, knowledge and software to the energy industry, is pleased to announce that it will collaborate with the International Geothermal Association (IGA), to further the worldwide promotion of geothermal energy.

The IGA works to educate companies and governments around the world on the benefits and commercial potential of this clean energy source.

By working together, Getech and IGA believe that the cross-fertilisation of…

HOUSTON, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Getech, a provider of data, knowledge and software to the energy industry, is pleased to announce that it will collaborate with the International Geothermal Association (IGA), to further the worldwide promotion of geothermal energy.

The IGA works to educate companies and governments around the world on the benefits and commercial potential of this clean energy source.

By working together, Getech and IGA believe that the cross-fertilisation of expertise, ideas and experience will help IGA advance its mission and lead to Getech developing new solutions for the expanding geothermal market.

Chris Jepps, Chief Operating Officer for Getech, explains how the collaboration with IGA will benefit his company: «We are excited by the opportunity to align our energy industry knowledge, geoscience expertise and location analytics with the work of the IGA. We see significant potential to develop new products and services that promote the benefits of geothermal technology, while helping geothermal to scale-up and play a material role in a low carbon future.»

Marit Brommer, Executive Director for IGA commented: «The IGA is delighted with Getech joining us as corporate member. A growing number of governments around the world are adopting geothermal into their roadmaps to deliver on a net-zero future energy mix. Understanding how to map, manage and produce the energy assets beneath our feet is vital. With Getech as corporate member the IGA is in a stronger position to amplify the message of how geothermal solutions can help governments reach a net-zero future and contribute to UN #SDG7: clean, affordable energy for all.»

Media Contact

Getech Marketing, marketing@getech.com, +44 2074519980, marketing@getech.com

 

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Diamond Resorts Offers Exclusive Golf Getaway Packages as Travelers Embrace the Socially Distant Sport

LAS VEGAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces exclusive Golf Getaway packages for travelers looking to hit the links during their next vacation. Known for hosting the LPGA’s most unique professional golf…

LAS VEGAS, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces exclusive Golf Getaway packages for travelers looking to hit the links during their next vacation. Known for hosting the LPGA’s most unique professional golf tournament, Diamond is bringing the action to their resorts across the country. Diamond members also have special access to exclusive events with golf stars, including Annika Sörenstam, Brian Gay, Nate Lashley, Blair O’Neal and Brittany Lincicome throughout the year.

The limited-time Golf Getaway package is available at Diamond-managed properties in Sedona (travel through Nov. 24, 2021) and Orlando (travel through June 30, 2021), including Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, The Ridge on Sedona Golf Resort, Sedona Summit, Bell Rock Inn and Los Abrigados Resort & Spa. Guests can book this 3-night Golf Getaway package until April 30, 2021, for travel through the dates specified above. The package includes spacious accommodations at the resort of their choice and two rounds of golf. Each package will also include access to resort amenities, including pools and fitness centers at select properties. Diamond’s condo-style accommodations are perfectly suited for social distancing and feature multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, dining and living areas, home offices and in-suite laundry.

«It has been incredible to see the popularity of golf skyrocket in recent years, especially among younger generations,» said Mike Flaskey, CEO of Diamond Resorts. «We’ve seen this trend first-hand at our properties and with the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions. This year’s tournament was the most-watched season opener in 12 years and ratings have grown 10 percent year-over-year. Golf is the perfect way to stay active, get outdoors and have fun, and we are proud to offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences to novices and pros alike!»

According to the National Golf Foundation, rounds of golf played are up nearly 50 percent this winter compared to 2019, and up significantly over the entire year as players flock to the socially distant sport.

Known for providing its members with unforgettable entertainment experiences, Diamond Resorts has resumed private events under strict safety protocols. In January, the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions opened the LPGA season in Orlando. Throughout the year, Diamond members will have special access to reserve spots at upcoming events with Diamond Celebrity ambassadors like country music stars Jana Kramer, Colt Ford, Cole Swindell, and sports legends like Michael Waltrip and golf greats.

ABOUT DIAMOND RESORTS®
Diamond Resorts offers destinations, events and experiences to help members make a habit of breaking from the routine. From unforgettable getaways to exclusive concert series to VIP receptions and dinners, members turn to Diamond to recharge, reconnect and remind each other what matters most. Our focus on quality resorts, customer service and flexibility means members can return to a favorite resort, book a cruise to explore new countries or attend a once-in-a-lifetime event with the same level of confidence and anticipation. With access to a world of entertainment and activities, a Diamond membership ensures that people are always looking forward to vacation.

To learn more about Diamond Resorts, visit DiamondResorts.com or follow @DiamondResorts on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. To learn more about the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions, visit DiamondLPGA.com and follow @TheVacationDR on Twitter and Instagram. Join the social conversation with #DiamondLPGA.

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SLS And Rosewood Baha Mar Reopen Today In Nassau, The Bahamas, Completing The Return Of Baha Mar Resort Destination

NASSAU, Bahamas, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Baha Mar, the leading resort destination in The Bahamas, marks today the reopening of SLS Baha Mar and Rosewood Baha Mar, as well as the opening of Café Boulud, a new restaurant led by globally renowned Chef Daniel Boulud at…

NASSAU, Bahamas, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Baha Mar, the leading resort destination in The Bahamas, marks today the reopening of SLS Baha Mar and Rosewood Baha Mar, as well as the opening of Café Boulud, a new restaurant led by globally renowned Chef Daniel Boulud at Rosewood Baha Mar. In completing the resort destination’s reopening, Baha Mar celebrates a significant step forward towards economic recovery of The Bahamas. SLS and Rosewood join Grand Hyatt in offering their guests Baha Mar’s industry-leading Travel with Confidence promise, providing the ultimate in peace of mind for today’s global travelers.

Since reopening Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in December 2020, Baha Mar has been an industry leader in the Caribbean, offering some of the world’s most robust COVID-19 testing protocols to safeguard the health and well-being of resort guests and associates. Baha Mar has implemented a comprehensive COVID-19 testing strategy in partnership with Doctors Hospital Nassau, the premier healthcare institution in The Bahamas , and in February 2021, introduced the first-of-its-kind Travel with Confidence program, promising that should a guest test positive for COVID-19 at Baha Mar, the resort destination will provide private air travel to return the guest and their immediate family to the U.S., free of charge, or suite accommodations and a daily dining credit of $150 per person per day, for up to 14 days in quarantine. Since December 2020, Baha Mar has successfully facilitated over 42,000 COVID-19 rapid and PCR tests.

«We are thrilled to welcome back SLS and Rosewood Baha Mar, and celebrate the complete reopening of our resort destination,» said Graeme Davis, President, Baha Mar. «Each of our iconic world-class resorts brings rich personality, cherished experiences and dedicated service that together create the unforgettable atmosphere our Baha Mar guests seek out in The Bahamas. We look forward to continuing to lead The Caribbean in safe and responsible travel, as one integrated resort destination.»

To celebrate today’s highly-anticipated return, SLS Baha Mar introduces ‘Worth Your While,’ the ultimate Caribbean retreat experience that is ‘Worth Your While’ and more. The playful Bahamian getaway captures the best of Caribbean fun, including a private boat excursion to nearby Rose Island for a secluded beach afternoon, private cooking class inspired by the cuisine of The Bahamas, an exclusive Mini Golf Happy Hour, and an outdoor sip and paint experience at The Current Gallery & Art Center.  SLS Baha Mar invites connoisseurs of global culture and style to indulge in a memorable escape paired with unparalleled service and amenities at one of the most beautiful locales in the world. To learn more and book your SLS Baha Mar stay today, see here.

Rosewood Baha Mar introduces Café Boulud The Bahamas, providing the glamour of traditional French cuisine combined with the warm hospitality of a neighborhood café, in an elegant Bahamian setting. The new restaurant joins Rosewood Baha Mar’s other popular dining offerings, including Mexican influenced Costa, relaxed beach-side restaurant Tingum, and glamorous Manor Bar. The menu at the new Bahamas restaurant will feature some of the classical French dishes synonymous with Chef Daniel, while showcasing local vegetables and seafood including rock lobster, salt fish, conch ceviche, red snapper and even cochon de lait. One of Chef Daniel’s signature dishes being featured is the Tournedos Rossini, which will be given a local interpretation using the freshest island ingredients.

To mark the resort’s reopening, Rosewood Baha Mar introduces MORE 4, a special offer including $100 credit per night for all reservations booked by March 31, 2021 for stay dates now through December 16, 2021.To learn more and book your stay at Rosewood Baha Mar today, see here.

Staying at Baha Mar: On-Site COVID-19 Protocols
Baha Mar’s ongoing Commitment to Your Wellbeing initiative provides guests with the latest in COVID-19 safety measures, which include on-site complimentary COVID-19 Rapid Antigen testing upon arrival and prior to departure to assist in guests’ compliance with return travel requirements of their country of origin. Furthermore, the Commitment to Your Wellbeing includes mandatory mask-wearing in public areas, social distancing and stringent cleanliness protocols that go above and beyond Baha Mar’s already rigorous cleaning standards, covering all brands across Grand Hyatt, SLS and Rosewood Baha Mar. Additionally, resort standards include weekly COVID-19 testing for associates, enhanced housekeeping and engineering services, heightened food safety and digital ordering, touchless payments, and technology methods that allow for an abundance of contactless experiences from the moment guests check in. For more information on Baha Mar’s Travel with Confidence program and the Commitment to Your Wellbeing, click here or visit bahamar.com.

Booking Baha Mar
In celebration of Baha Mar’s return, the resort destination has introduced «Spectacular Awaits,» available to book now at Grand Hyatt, SLS and Rosewood Baha Mar. The offer includes a complimentary fourth night after a three-night stay with free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival. To book your «Spectacular Awaits» offer, visit BahaMar.com/offers today. 

About Baha Mar
Baha Mar is a master planned $4.2 billion integrated resort development operated by Hong Kong-based conglomerate Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Limited (CTFE). The white sand beach destination includes three global brand operators – Grand Hyatt, SLS, and Rosewood – with over 2,300 rooms and 40 restaurants and lounges, the largest casino in the Caribbean, a state-of-the-art convention center, an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Royal Blue Golf Course, the Caribbean’s first and only flagship ESPA spa, and over 30 luxury retail outlets. Baha Mar is a breathtaking location with dynamic programming, activities and guest offerings in one of the most beautiful places in the world – The Bahamas. For more information and reservations, visit www.bahamar.com

 

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Dahua Expands AI Inclusivity with Updated WizSense

HANGZHOU, China, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently released its updated WizSense – a series of AI products and complete end-to-end solutions based on deep learning that focus on human and vehicle. It benefits users with intelligent functions, simple configuration and inclusive products.

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HANGZHOU, China, March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world leading video-centric smart IoT solution and service provider, recently released its updated WizSense – a series of AI products and complete end-to-end solutions based on deep learning that focus on human and vehicle. It benefits users with intelligent functions, simple configuration and inclusive products.

Dahua Expands AI Inclusivity with Updated WizSense

The updated WizSense features SMD 3.0, an upgraded version of SMD Plus. It can effectively filter out irrelevant objects such as animals, leaves, light, etc., providing an improved human/vehicle detection accuracy rate of 99%. It also offers a longer detection distance of 25 meters (2.8mm fixed focal camera). It is currently available on IPC, with plans to expand in the future.

In addition, the Active Deterrence function helps deter intruders in time with built-in mic, siren, and blue & red light. The newly added function One Click Arming/Disarming allows users to activate the camera’s siren and warning light at the same time with just a single click via the DMSS mobile app or NVR/XVR UI. Active Deterrence also sends a real-time push notification that shows the trigger type (human or vehicle), enabling users to act accordingly.

Moreover, the Time-sharing Monitoring function of WizSense allows users to preset camera positions based on time tasks. In a retail shop scenario for example, a PTZ camera (e.g., PTZ SD3A series) can actively monitor the store’s main area during day time, and automatically switch to the entrance during non-business hours. Additionally, this product line’s Two-way Talk allows users to communicate with the detected target through the DMSS app or PC client. Users can also create a ten-second customized voice audio, which can be used as greetings, reminders, warnings, etc.

Furthermore, the updated WizSense also carries out intelligent functions from the previous version, including Perimeter Protection, Face Recognition (up to 95% accuracy and <1s recognition speed), and AI Coding. With the company’s ISO/IEC 27701 certification from British Standards Institution (BSI), WizSense complies with the privacy protection requirements of ISO/IEC 27701:2019.

The updated WizSense can be deployed in a wide-range of application scenarios, making it an ideal monitoring solution that offers intelligence, simplicity, and inclusivity to customers. With its mission of «Enabling a safer society and smarter living», Dahua Technology will continue to focus on «Innovation, Quality and Service» to serve its partners and customers around the world.

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