CHICAGO, IL, Dec 14, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - AELF FlightService (FlightService) announced today it has partnered with Avensis Aviation to purchase ten Medius passenger to freighter conversion kits for 2022.FlightService, operated by its sister company, Malta-based Maleth Aero, is focused on reliable, innovative air cargo solutions, with an emerging ground transportation segment. The company will work with Avensis to convert its Airbus A330 and A340 fleet beginning early 2022. The soon-to-be released Avensis Medius Class E Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), will allow the modified passenger to freighter aircraft to fly beyond the current EASA exemption deadline of July 2022. The STC approval will make FlightService one of, if not the only provider of ad-hoc charter/ACMI services approved to fly converted passenger to freighter aircraft beyond the regulatory deadline."This is an investment in the passenger to freighter space that puts us in a unique position in the marketplace," said Joe Cirillo, Chief Operating Officer at AELF FlightService. "With the Avensis modification, the EASA exemption will be a non-issue for us and allow us to provide much of the same utility as a full freighter. From this point forward we'll have a continuous and reliable service that shippers and retailers can come back to time and again. It provides strong utility and peace-of-mind for our customers and partners for the long haul."Avensis' solutions, including the Medius Class E Freighter modification that FlightService will utilize, add agility to fleet management, maximize aircraft freight capacity, and are fully reversible."We are thrilled to be working with AELF FlightService, an emerging leader in the air freight space, both on their 330's and as the launch customer for our Medius PTF Conversion product on the Airbus A340 aircraft platform," said Cristian Sutter, Chief Executive Officer at Avensis. "Our conversion solutions provide an innovative and agile response to today's industry challenges, and our work with FlightService is set to make an impact on the industry."When the modifications by Avensis are complete, FlightService will have 10 widebody aircraft operating in this configuration for ACMI and charter services."We know freight demand is not going away anytime soon, and we're working to solidify our position," said Lee Jones, President of Maleth Aero. "Needless to say, Avensis is changing the game in conversion solutions and we are excited to partner with them as we grow in the PTF space."For more information, visit AELF-FlightService.com and AvensisAviation.com.About AELF FlightServiceAELF FlightService is a fully integrated global logistics company offering air freight solutions and an emerging ground transportation segment. The company offers a full spectrum of services ranging from single charter flights with ground transportation to final destination and mid-term ACMI. Together with European partners, AELF FlightService led the acquisition of the controlling interest in Malta-based airline Maleth Aero, which has quickly become a leader in the fast-growing passenger to freighter market.The group has offices in Puerto Rico, Chicago, Miami, and Dublin and Malta. Learn more at AELF-FlightService.com. For the latest updates, follow us on:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/flightserviceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/flightservice_/Twitter - https://twitter.com/FlightService_About Avensis AviationAvensis is a pioneering aviation engineering and design company that has developed and delivered a range of advanced aircraft cargo conversion solutions. These cover the needs of the PTF (Passenger to Freighter) market, and are designed to meet the current and future market needs of airlines and aircraft owners. Avensis aims to be a world leader in innovative and agile aviation cabin re-design and conversions, enabling its customers to maximise their aircraft assets by capitalising on demand-driven opportunities and reacting to the ever-changing landscape of the airline industry. Contact:AELF FlightService:Natalie Matthewsnmatthews@aelf-flightservice.com312-319-4468Avensis Aviation:Charlie Hamptoncharlie@pembrokeandrye.com+44 (0)7884 187297 Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
SINGAPORE - An SBS bus driver who failed to keep a safe distance between his vehicle and a car had to slam on the brakes to avoid a collision. The abrupt act caused a 60-year-old passenger to fall and suffer multiple fractures, injuries to her spine and possible post-traumatic stress disorder. Ong Chuan Hai, 64, was on Thursday (Oct 7) fined $1,500 after he pleaded guilty to causing hurt by a negligent act. The Singaporean was disqualified from driving all classes of vehicles for two months. The driver of the car, Tang Toh Pheow, 65, had also been charged with causing injuries to the passenger, Ms Indrani Govindasamy, by negligent driving. His case is pending. The bus was travelling along Tampines Avenue 7 in the vicinity of Block 370 at around 5.30pm on May 30, 2019. Tang, who was driving directly in front of the bus, turned on his car's hazard lights, indicating his intention to stop. The court heard that he wanted to drop off his colleague near the bus stop. Within seven seconds of signalling, his car came to a stop near the entrance of the bus bay. Ong braked to avoid a collision, causing Ms Indrani, who was standing near the wheelchair zone of the bus, to lose balance and fall to the floor. At the time of the accident, the weather conditions were fine and the traffic flow was heavy, according to the court documents. Ms Indrani was taken to Changi General Hospital, where she was hospitalised from May 30 to June 11. "By failing to keep a safe distance from the car, which was ahead of him, the accused had failed to exercise the caution incumbent upon him," said Deputy Public Prosecutor Selene Yap in court on Thursday. For causing hurt by negligent driving, an offender can be jailed for up to six months and fined up to $2,500. More on this topic Related Story 3 taken to hospital, 1 trapped in driver's seat of bus after accident at Changi Airport Related Story Bus driver arrested after pedestrian dies in Ang Mo Kio accident In another incident involving a passenger who fell in an SBS bus, a 68-year-old got up from his seat to alight when the driver applied the brakes, as a car purportedly cut into the vehicle's path in North Bridge Road on Sept 8 this year. The grandfather, Mr Siah Keok Tiang, was thrown forward, said bus operator SBS Transit. He died on Sept 16 after a week-long struggle in hospital, suffering from a punctured lung, fractured spine and bleeding in the brain. The 43-year-old car driver was arrested by the police for careless driving and causing grievous hurt. More on this topic Related Story Bukit Batok bus collision: 65-year-old driver arrested Related Story No evidence of foul play in death of cyclist dragged by bus: Coroner
SHANGHAI, May 22, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - BYD is celebrating a significant production milestone by becoming one of the first new energy vehicle manufacturers globally to produce one million electric passenger cars. The one-millionth car, the Han EV, rolled off the production line today at BYD's headquarters and manufacturing facility in Shenzhen.VIPs from government departments, industry associations, BYD's partners and suppliersAt BYD's global headquarters, car owners assembled their vehicles in a specially choreographed display forming the number '1,000,000' to help celebrate the milestoneRolf Petter Almklov, Commercial Counsellor, Royal Norwegian Embassy in Beijing and Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of BYD at the ceremonyAt a special ceremony this week, VIPs from government departments, industry associations, BYD's partners and suppliers, more than 400 media guests, and about 100 BYD vehicle owners, gathered to mark the occasion.The landmark moment in BYD's history coincides with the announcement that the first batch of 100 pure-electric BYD Tang SUVs are now ready for delivery to Norway - with the Scandinavian country selected as the platform for BYD's ambitious plans in the European passenger car market. BYD also announced that a total of 1500 Tang SUVs will be delivered to Norway before the end of the year as the company commits to accelerating its European and global strategies. The initial 100 cars are scheduled for delivery to Norwegian customers in the third quarter of this year.BYD's one-millionth new energy passenger car rolls off the production lineBYD's pioneering work in the development of battery technology and new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturing has led the new energy revolution in the global automotive industry since the company's emergence in 2003 - spearheaded by innovative technologies and a well-calibrated global business strategy. In 2004, BYD unveiled its all-electric concept car, the ET, at the Beijing Auto Show, marking the premiere debut of an NEV model. This was followed in 2008 when the world's first mass-produced plug-in hybrid NEV - the F3DM - was officially unveiled. Then, in 2020, the BYD Han was launched with performance specs setting twelve records globally and nine in China. The BYD Han continues to be a top-selling model in the mid-to-large luxury sedan sector, and with the credentials to rival models from the three German luxury car giants."BYD shoulders the responsibility and mission of upward development for China's new energy vehicle brands," said Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of BYD Co., Ltd. "From zero to one million vehicles, this is BYD's response to the call for global auto industry transformation. It also sets a benchmark in the journey of the new energy vehicle industry in China starting from nothing, alongside the greater national journey for a country dominated by traditional automobiles to one that is a leader in the field of sustainability."Customers first and foremost"The journey to one million vehicles would not be possible without the support of car owners every step of the way," he added, "and BYD recognises that the 'green dream' can only be achieved hand-in-hand with all our customers."With this close relationship with customers in mind, BYD has invited ten of its NEV customers to attend the ceremony, including the owners of the 100,000th and the one-millionth vehicles to join BYD as it celebrates its work in helping move towards a better, more sustainable future.In the central square of BYD's global headquarters, another eighty BYD car owners assembled their vehicles in a specially choreographed display forming the number '1,000,000' to help celebrate the milestone.First 100 BYD Tang SUVs head for Norway with 1500 units scheduled in 2021Alongside news of the production of its one-millionth passenger car line, BYD has also confirmed its entry into the European market with the first 100 pure-electric BYD Tang SUVs on their way to Norway. The northern European country has been selected to kick off BYD's journey towards a successful presence in the burgeoning NEVs market in Europe.With Rolf Petter Almklov, Commercial Counsellor, Royal Norwegian Embassy in Beijing, alongside Wang Chuanfu, Chairman and President of BYD, the first batch of 100 Tang SUVs will be shipped at the end of May and delivered to local customers in Norway during the third quarter of this year. Also before the end of 2021, BYD plans to deliver a total of 1500 Tang SUVs to Norway, underlining a significant commitment from BYD to its new Scandinavian market and its European neighbours.With decarbonisation high on the political agenda in Europe, BYD's entry into the passenger car market comes at an important time. The BYD Tang EV provides serious competition for the more established European brands, with its stylish design and new technologies providing a compelling proposition for new car buyers. Central to its technology credentials is the new ultra-safe, space-saving Blade Battery, with performance figures including a class-leading range of up to 505km (NEDC) and acceleration from 0-100 km/h in just 4.6-seconds from its 86.4 kWh capacity.BYD describes its new business in Norway as the 'start of the European dream' with respect to its passenger car ambitions. A key differentiator for BYD is its commitment to bringing only pure-electric, 100% emissions-free cars to market - a strategy supported by BYD's electric bus product range and its leading position in eBus markets right across Europe.Working side-by-side with leading supply-chain partners to forge the wayThe key to realising BYD's dreams has been the support of leading supply-chain partners. At today's ceremony, Wang Chuanfu made special reference to ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Fuyao, Valeo and others, while stating BYD's intention to join hands with even more partners in a joint endeavour to lead the transformation of the global automotive industry and to forge the way ahead for electrification.The replacement of the internal combustion engine with new energy vehicles - and specifically battery electric vehicles - is crucial for reducing dependence on fossil fuels, ensuring national energy security, and further achieving the goal of 'peak carbon by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2060'. As a principal participant and major force in the new energy automotive industry, BYD will continue to work with partners, suppliers and customers, to push ahead and realise the dream of green travel.About BYDBYD Company Ltd. is one of China's largest privately-owned enterprises. Since its inception in 1995, the company quickly developed solid expertise in rechargeable batteries and became a relentless advocate of sustainable development, successfully expanding its renewable energy solutions globally with operations in over 50 countries and regions. Its creation of a Zero Emissions Energy Ecosystem - comprising affordable solar power generation, reliable energy storage, and cutting-edge electrified transportation - has made it an industry leader in the energy and transportation sectors. BYD is listed on the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. More information on the company can be found at http://www.byd.com.Contacts Asia-Pacific: Mia Gumia.gu@byd.com; tel: +86-755-8988-8888-69666North America: Frank Girardotfrank.girardot@byd.com; tel: +1 213 245 6503Latin America: Mariana Osoriomariana.osorio@byd.com; tel: +56 9 8588 0333Brazil: Adalberto Malufadalberto.maluf@byd.com; tel: +19 3514 2554Europe: Penny Pengpenny.peng@byd.com; tel: +31-102070888 Copyright 2021 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)
TOKYO, Dec 2, 2020 - (JCN Newswire) - The innovative multi-chamber front passenger airbag technology in the all-new 2021 Acura TLX sport sedan has been awarded as a 2020 "Best of What's New" for 2020 by Popular Science and was further distinguished as their "Grand Award" winner among all of the year's automotive entrants. Representing a major leap forward in airbag design, it is the world's first passenger front airbag intended to address the recently recognized issue of severe brain trauma associated with angled frontal collisions. The all-new Acura MDX three-row luxury SUV, set to go on sale early next year, will also feature this award-winning technology as standard equipment.New Acura Airbag Technology wins a Popular Science "Best of What's New" AwardThe new airbag is designed to help reduce head and neck injuries by better controlling the front passenger's head in certain types of crashes. The airbag can better manage lateral collision forces that may cause an occupant's head to rotate severely at high velocity, or to slide off a conventional passenger airbag, increasing the chance of serious injury. Compared to a single inflatable chamber of conventional airbag systems, the new passenger airbag consists of four major components: three inflated compartments (a center chamber and two outward-projecting side chambers that create a wide base across the dash) and an uninflated "sail panel" that stretches between the two side chambers. The "sail panel" is designed to initially catch and decelerate the occupant's head with less force prior to contacting the lower chamber, while directing it inward between the two inflated chambers to cradle and help protect the front seat passenger's head.Co-developed by Honda R&D Americas and safety systems supplier Autoliv, this groundbreaking new airbag design is now being offered to other automakers to enhance the safety performance of their future products.Full details on Acura's next-generation passenger front airbag and other safety innovations, as featured in the all-new 2021 TLX, can be found here: acura.us/safetyinnovation."The 'Best of What's New' awards showcase the year's greatest feats of human ingenuity," says Popular Science Editor-in-Chief Corinne Iozzio. "Even in a year like 2020, innovation has helped us glimpse a future that's safer, smarter, and more enjoyable than we might have thought possible. This collection, which includes everything from a new generation of Mars explorers to ultra-hygienic print-to-order eyeshadows, is full of items we're proud to call the "Best of What's New."Every year, Popular Science reviews thousands of new products and innovations, selecting the top 100 winners across 10 categories. To be selected as a "Best of What's New" winner, a product or technology must represent a significant step forward in its category. Most recently, Acura's True Touchpad Interface, using absolute positioning to deliver a more intuitive and driver-friendly digital experience, was recognized by Popular Science as a "Best of What's New" technology for 2018.About AcuraAcura is a leading automotive nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance -- a commitment to expressive styling, high performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models -- the ILX and TLX sport sedans, the RDX and MDX sport-utility vehicles and the next-generation, electrified NSX supercar. All Acura models sold in North America for the 2021 model year are made in the U.S., using domestic and globally sourced parts.Additional media information including pricing, features & specifications and high-resolution photography is available at AcuraNews.com. Consumer information is available at Acura.com. Copyright 2020 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com