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Kling AI Unveils Core Upgrades: Streamlined Design, AI Sound Generation, Extended Video Tools and New Effect
Kuaishou’s Kling AI, an advanced AI-powered image and video generator renowned for generating physically accurate simulations and amplifying imaginative possibilities, now introduces pioneering upgrades. Thoughtfully designed to give creators more control, flexibility, and freedom to bring their ideas to life, the latest features include intuitive tools for sound design, seamless video extension, seasonal visual effects, and much more — all crafted to elevate the creative process and make storytelling feel effortless. Video: https://youtu.be/YJ6_-9hgOq4 Enhanced Productivity Suite Kling AI's redesigned minimalist interface streamlines creative workflows with a quick-access side menu for tool switching, seamless browsing across images/videos/audio assets, and curated content discovery in the upgraded Explore section. Coupled with powerful asset management tools — including advanced filtering and instant file retrieval — managing expanding media libraries has never been easier. The result? Greater control, faster execution, and a creative process that keeps up with your imagination. AI Sound Generation: Perfect Audio, Effortlessly The new AI Sounds feature revolutionizes sound design by generating realistic audio tailored to any scene. Users can: Input Prompts: Describe sounds via text to receive perfectly matched effects. e.g.a dragon breathes fire https://docs.corp.kuaishou.com//merlot/api/blob-store/v2/download?blobStoreKey=docs_enclosure_387e9a9a-e879-436c-bc67-e56c37c2928f_drag-upload-1742909579491-0&docId=fcACrmW9DowZJfQ2Q4YXVLh7x&fileName=zengxijuan.effects.3906799153.3.2025.02.25.17.59.25.449176.wav&mimeType=audio%2Fwav e.g.gentle rain with light music https://docs.corp.kuaishou.com//merlot/api/blob-store/v2/download?blobStoreKey=docs_enclosure_2f5af76e-c542-4896-9952-017627a41f47_drag-upload-1742909593751-0&docId=fcACrmW9DowZJfQ2Q4YXVLh7x&fileName=zengxijuan.effects.3040629826.1.2025.02.25.17.45.35.892280.wav&mimeType=audio%2Fwav e.g.a mother sings lullaby https://docs.corp.kuaishou.com//merlot/api/blob-store/v2/download?blobStoreKey=docs_enclosure_b583c2ef-4567-4b82-8f41-9b37a8e2e939_drag-upload-1742909558062-0&docId=fcACrmW9DowZJfQ2Q4YXVLh7x&fileName=tta-dit_dac1024_adaln_10s_v5_2__kl3dxlnc__1045000__pr_prompt__pr_prompt_0225_GPT_Prompt1_second_100stp__A_parent_softly_hums_a_lullaby._cfg-70.wav&mimeType=audio%2Fwav Sync with Video: Upload clips for AI-driven audio analysis, producing sounds that align seamlessly with on-screen action. e.g. waves crashing with seagulls” Video: https://youtu.be/U3ezz9OxkwU e.g. peaceful underwater ambiance” Video: https://youtu.be/wZLDVksa2Fc From lullabies to action sequences, AI Sounds elevates storytelling with precision. Extended Creativity: Up to 3 Minutes of AI-Generated Video With the introduction of the advanced KLING 1.6 model, Kling AI’s new Extend feature empowers creators to seamlessly build longer narratives — now supporting video generation in 5-second increments, up to a total of 3 minutes. This powerful upgrade brings three key advantages： Cost-Efficient Quality Retention: Extensions for videos created with KLING 1.5/1.6 models maintain original visual quality at the same computational cost as initial generation, eliminating unexpected resource expenditure. This upgrade ensures backward compatibility, with KLING 1.0-generated videos continuing to use their original model for extensions. Guided Narrative Control: New scenes are shaped through user prompts while automatically preserving continuity with existing content. Optimized Creative Decisions: Generate and compare multiple extension variants to accelerate ideal output selection. BloomBloom Effect: Bring Spring to Life Just in time for the season, the BloomBloom Effect transforms static images into vibrant springtime animations. Upload a photo to watch flowers blossom, trees bud, and landscapes awaken—ideal for seasonal campaigns or artistic projects. Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/D_0Lt_VkvMw?feature=share Available immediately to all users, Kling AI's latest upgrades cement its position as a pioneer in AI-driven content generation. Built on proprietary physics simulation engines, the platform transforms conceptual prompts into dynamic audiovisual narratives accessible at [https://kling.kuaishou.com], empowering creators to bridge technical precision with artistic vision at scale. With Kling AI, your next masterpiece is just a prompt away.
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- March 3, 2025Apps & Software
SurgeGraph Celebrates World Writer’s Day with Buy One, Get One Free Writing Credits Offer
In honor of World Writer’s Day, SurgeGraph, the leading AI writing tool, is launching a limited-time promotion to empower writers. From March 3 to March 31, 2025, customers can take advantage of a Buy One, Get One Free deal on writing credits, designed to help them produce more content and increase online traffic. The offer allows users to double their writing credits at no additional cost. For example, purchasing 1,000 credits grants an additional 1,000 credits for free. These credits, which do not expire, ensure users have the flexibility to use their credits any time they want. To claim the deal, customers must log in to their SurgeGraph account during the promotional period and select their desired credit amount via a one-time pop-up offer. The promotion is available only once per user—if dismissed, it cannot be reclaimed. The promotion runs exclusively from March 3 to March 31, 2025. For more information, visit https://surgegraph.io/ .
- February 28, 2025Apps & Software
SurgeGraph Launches Free AI Detector to Identify Human vs. AI-Written Content
SurgeGraph, an AI writing tool designed to help users grow their traffic through humanized, SEO-optimized long-form content, has announced the launch of its free AI Detector . This new tool allows users to analyze text and determine whether it was written by a human or generated by artificial intelligence, offering a detailed breakdown of results at no cost. The AI Content Detector provides a straightforward way to evaluate content authenticity. Users can input text and receive an AI and human score, with each sentence tagged to highlight areas that may need adjustment. Developed with SurgeGraph’s decade-long expertise in content writing, the AI Detector leverages advanced technologies such as natural language processing (NLP), deep learning, neural networks, and large language models. These capabilities enable the tool to assess subtle linguistic patterns – like sentence flow, grammar, and tone – for reliable detection, achieving a reported accuracy rate of 95%. Sara Salim, spokesperson for SurgeGraph, commented, “We’re excited to offer this free tool to anyone who works with text – whether they’re writers, business owners, or agencies. The AI Detector reflects our commitment to supporting high-quality, humanized content that meets the needs of both businesses and their audiences.” The tool caters to a wide range of use cases, including verifying content authenticity, ensuring AI-free deliverables for clients or academic work, and optimizing content to perform better on search engines like Google. It is available to all users free of charge. For more information or to try the free tool, visit SurgeGraph’s AI Detector here: https://surgegraph.io/ai-detector .
- February 28, 2025Apps & Software
SurgeGraph Releases Free AI Humanizer Tool For Public Use
SurgeGraph, an AI writing tool focused on helping users grow their traffic through SEO-optimized long-form content, has announced the launch of its free AI Humanizer tool . Now available to the public, this tool enables users to determine whether a text is AI-generated or human-written and, if necessary, transform AI-generated content into natural, human-like writing. The free Humanizer AI provides unlimited AI detection for all users. Without signing up, individuals can humanize text up to 10 times daily with a 5,000-character limit. By creating a free account, users unlock 50 daily humanization credits, a 50,000-character limit, and additional features like scan history and sentence-by-sentence humanization. Designed for writers, marketers, and agencies, the tool ensures content aligns with quality standards and remains undetectable by AI detection tools. Powered by advanced natural language processing (NLP), deep learning, and large language models, the tool evaluates text for patterns in structure, tone, and phrasing. It then refines AI-generated content by removing robotic elements and replacing them with authentic, human-like language. Sara Salim, spokesperson for SurgeGraph, stated, “We’re thrilled to make this tool freely available. Whether you’re enhancing AI drafts or confirming a piece of writing’s authenticity, the AI Humanizer offers a dependable way to ensure your content resonates naturally with readers.” The launch reflects SurgeGraph’s commitment to supporting the growing need for authentic, high-quality content. Users can access the free AI Humanizer on the SurgeGraph website at https://surgegraph.io/ai-humanizer .
- February 27, 2025Apps & Software
Grid My Business Restores Accurate Local Rank Tracking Amid Search Engine’s Recent Changes
Grid My Business, a local rank tracker tool has successfully restored accurate local rank tracking, ensuring businesses can continue monitoring their local search performance without disruptions. Recent updates from Google introduced changes that impacted how ranking data is accessed, leading to challenges for businesses relying on local map data. Major news outlets, including TechCrunch and Search Engine Journal, reported on Google’s decision to require JavaScript for Google Search, a change that quietly affected tools dependent on live ranking results. With tracking accuracy at risk, businesses faced an information blackout, leaving them uncertain about their local search performance. Refusing to accept this as the new normal, Grid My Business upgraded its technology to maintain reliable and accurate local rank tracking. With an enhanced system designed for stability and precision, businesses can now access ranking insights without interruptions, ensuring they stay informed about their local market presence. Grid My Business’ latest enhancements focus on delivering better performance, security, and long-term reliability for users. The company has implemented key updates, including: More Reliable Data – Improved tracking algorithms for precise and consistent results. Stronger Infrastructure – Scalable technology designed to prevent future disruptions. Smoother Experience – UX improvements and bug fixes for seamless navigation. Framework Overhaul – Upgraded Angular framework for better security and speed. Grid My Business is committed to helping businesses maintain visibility and competitiveness in local search. The platform’s continuous improvements ensure that users receive the most accurate insights possible, empowering them to make informed decisions based on real-time data. “Businesses need dependable tracking tools to monitor their search presence effectively,” said Mark from Grid My Business. “We’ve invested in a solution that guarantees stability and accuracy, no matter how the landscape evolves.” Tracking and local rank checker are now working and stable, with accurate results that businesses can rely on. Grid My Business remains dedicated to providing an industry-leading local rank-tracking platform that adapts to future challenges and innovations. New users can try Grid My Business risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
- December 27, 2024Apps & Software
SurgeGraph Unveils 2024 Wrapped: A Year of Transformative Content Creation and SEO Milestones
SurgeGraph, a leading AI-powered writing tool, is excited to announce the release of SurgeGraph Wrapped 2024 , a celebration of the extraordinary achievements made by its users this year. In 2024, SurgeGraph users achieved incredible feats, reshaping the way content is created and optimized for the web. Key highlights include: 500 years of non-stop writing: Equivalent to a single person writing continuously, thanks to SurgeGraph's AI-powered tools. 1.5 million hours saved: This represents 171 years of manual effort bypassed through seamless automation. 1.3 million SERP pages crawled: Empowering users with cutting-edge insights, topics, and Contextual Terms. 101,385 articles auto-optimized for SEO: Driving search rankings and engagement with precision. 27,640 stunning AI-generated images: Enhancing the visual impact of user content. Beyond these milestones, SurgeGraph Wrapped dives into intriguing stats from the year, such as: The article type that claimed an impressive 94.2% share. The most creative and quirky author personas imagined by users. A list of the top 10 countries leading the SurgeGraph revolution. The announcement also provides a glimpse into 2025, teasing new features set to elevate the content creation journey further. “SurgeGraph Wrapped 2024 is a testament to the creativity, innovation, and impact our users bring to the SEO and content creation space,” said Sara, the representative at SurgeGraph “We’re thrilled to celebrate their successes and look forward to an even more groundbreaking 2025.” To explore and join the movement, visit SurgeGraph Wrapped 2024 .
- December 16, 2024Apps & Software
SurgeGraph Announces Year-End Sale with Exclusive Offers on Writing Credits
SurgeGraph, a leading AI-powered writing tool, has announced its Year-End Sale, featuring significant savings on writing credit bundles and a special incentive for new users. This promotion, aimed at supporting both existing and new users, includes: Discounts on credit bundles, with savings as high as 67% 20 additional monthly credits for the first 3 months for new users who sign up and make a purchase during the sale “At SurgeGraph, we strive to empower our users by providing tools that simplify content creation while maintaining high standards of quality. This Year-End Sale is an opportunity to make our platform even more accessible,” said Sara Salim, a representative of SurgeGraph. With content demands at an all-time high, these discounted rates provide an opportunity for users to plan ahead and secure writing credits at some of the lowest prices of the year. The SurgeGraph Year-End Sale is now live and will be available for a limited time. Both new and existing users are encouraged to take advantage of these offers while they last. For further information about the Year-End Sale or to learn more about SurgeGraph’s offerings, visit SurgeGraph Year-End Sale here.
- December 12, 2024Business
Stellantis and CATL to Invest Up to €4.1 Billion in Joint Venture for Large-Scale LFP Battery Plant in Spain
Stellantis and CATL today announced they have reached an agreement to invest up to €4.1 billion to form a joint venture that will build a large-scale European lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain. Designed to be completely carbon neutral, the battery plant will be implemented in several phases and investment plans. Targeted to start production by end of 2026 at Stellantis' Zaragoza, Spain site, the facility could reach up to 50 GWh capacity, subject to the evolution of the electrical market in Europe and continued support from authorities in Spain and the European Union. The 50-50 joint venture between CATL and Stellantis will boost Stellantis' best-in-class LFP offer in Europe enabling the automaker to offer more high-quality, durable and affordable battery-electric passenger cars, crossovers and SUVs in the B and C segments with intermediate ranges. In November 2023, Stellantis and CATL signed a non-binding MOU for the local supply of LFP battery cells and modules for electric vehicle production in Europe and established a long-term collaboration on two strategic fronts: creating a bold technology roadmap to support Stellantis' advanced battery electric vehicles (BEV) and identifying opportunities to further strengthen the battery value chain. "Stellantis is committed to a decarbonized future, embracing all available advanced battery technologies to bring competitive electric vehicle products to our customers," said Stellantis Chairman John Elkann. "This important joint venture with our partner CATL will bring innovative battery production to a manufacturing site that is already a leader in clean and renewable energy, helping drive a 360-degree sustainable approach. I want to thank all stakeholders involved in making today's announcement a reality, including the Spanish authorities for their continued support." "The joint venture has taken our cooperation with Stellantis to new heights, and I believe our cutting-edge battery technology and outstanding operation knowhow combined with Stellantis' decades-long experience in running business locally in Zaragoza will ensure a major success story in the industry," said Robin Zeng, Chairman and CEO of CATL. "CATL's goal is to make zero-carbon technology accessible across the globe, and we look forward to cooperating with our partners globally through more innovative cooperation models." CATL is bringing state-of-the-art battery manufacturing technology to Europe through its two plants in Germany and Hungary, which are already operational. The Spanish facility will enhance its capabilities to support customers' climate goals, further underscoring its commitment to advancing e-mobility and energy transition efforts in Europe and the global market. Stellantis is employing a dual-chemistry approach – lithium-ion nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) and lithium iron phosphate (LFP) – to serve all customers and exploring innovative battery cell and pack technologies. Stellantis is on track to becoming a carbon net zero corporation by 2038, all scopes included, with single-digit percentage compensation of remaining emissions. The transaction is expected to close in the course of 2025 and is subject to customary regulatory conditions.
- December 10, 2024Business
NX China participates in 2nd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE)
Nippon Express (China) Co., Ltd. (Chairman: Sumitoshi Matsuo, hereafter "NX China"), a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC. (President: Satoshi Horikiri), took part in the five-day 2nd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) held at the China International Exhibition Center in Beijing, China from Tuesday, November 26 to Saturday, November 30. (Exhibit booth) (Business discussion) One of China's largest exhibitions, CISCE is hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) under the theme "Connecting the World for a Shared Future". This year's event attracted 160,000 visitors, approximately 1.3 times the number at last year's inaugural expo, with exhibits of the latest supply chain technologies, products, and services in the fields of smart cars, green agriculture, clean energy, digital technology, and healthcare presented by nearly 700 companies and organizations from 69 countries/regions. The NX China booth introduced the NX Group's network, which includes new companies such as cargo-partner, as well as air, ocean, and ground transport mode-specific services and environmentally-friendly services that offer end-to-end support for customers' supply chains. The NX Group will continue meeting the logistics challenges of its customers and supporting their business expansion with its global network and accumulated expertise in advanced logistics.
- December 9, 2024Business
IOI Wins Most Caring & Best Company At HR Asia Awards 2024
IOI Corporation Berhad (IOI) proudly emerged as a dual award winner at the prestigious HR Asia Awards 2024, held at the One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya on 4 December 2024. We clinched the Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2024 and Most Caring Company Awards 2024 , affirming our commitment to fostering a culture of employee engagement and excellence through comprehensive human resource (HR) initiatives. These accolades reflect our continued dedication to creating an inspiring work environment, underpinned by a strong vision, strategic direction and employee value proposition. Our robust learning and development programmes, flexible work arrangements, effective well-being programme through IOI Cares , and emphasis on work-life integration have played a pivotal role in motivating our people to excel. Moreover, our corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives cultivate a workplace rooted in empathy and care, reinforcing IOI’s position as an employer of choice in Asia. IOI Head of Group Human Resources Molly Tam and Corporate Learning & Talent Development Manager Wendy Ng receiving the accolades on the stage. The HR Asia Awards 2024 mark the 11th anniversary of Best Companies to Work for in Asia programme, themed ‘The Definitive Z Choice’. This year’s winners, including IOI, exemplify excellence in navigating the unique challenges and opportunities posed by the growing presence of Gen Z in the workforce. These companies have demonstrated their ability to attract and retain young talents while fostering a diverse, collaborative and innovative workplace culture – key attributes that resonate with the new generation of employees. Kudos to our HR team for nurturing a supportive and caring environment for our workforce! The HR Asia Awards programme is recognised as the largest employee engagement recognition initiative in the region. Spanning over a decade, it has evaluated more than 20,000 companies, surveyed over 1.5 million employees, and covered 95% of the Asian continent. With entries from Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations and government-linked entities, the awards reflect the pinnacle of employer excellence across 15 countries in Asia.
- December 3, 2024Education
Suntory Expands its 2030 Target on Provision of Water Education and Access to Safe Water to Five Million People Globally
(Top) Outdoor School for Forest and Water at Okudaisen (Tottori Prefecture) (Bottom) Mizuiku Program in Vietnam Suntory Group is proud to announce that it will advance its commitment to water stewardship by expanding water education programs and initiatives to provide access to safe water to more than five million people globally by 2030, increasing its target fivefold from its original one million. In 2023, Suntory Group has achieved its initial one million target, with water education programs reaching 710,000 people and access to safe water provided to 360,000 people since 2004. The Group will further accelerate its activities on a global scale, including Suntory “Mizuiku”*1 - education program for nature and water, a next-generation environmental education program, and efforts to provide access to safe water in countries such as Vietnam and Thailand. In particular, marking its 20th anniversary, the Mizuiku program has progressively expanded its reach, with the total number of participants exceeding 580,000 as of December 2023. Mizuiku is a program unique to Suntory that helps children experience the wonder of nature, become aware of the importance of water and the environment nurturing it, and consider what they can do to pass on water to future generations. Since its first launch in Japan in 2004, it has expanded globally to Vietnam, Thailand, France, China, Spain, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand. Water being a local issue, Mizuiku programs are tailored to the needs and situation of each country: ● Japan (since 2004) - Mizuiku education in Japan focuses on two programs, the Outdoor School of Forest and Water which offers shared hands-on nature experiences for parents and children at Hakushu (Yamanashi prefecture), Kita Alps (Nagano prefecture), Okudaisen (Tottori prefecture), and Aso (Kumamoto prefecture) where Suntory Tennensui Water Plants are located, and the Teaching Program at Schools, a program for elementary schools. Both programs also offer online classes, enabling more students to participate from home. In 2023, Mizuiku received the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s Jury Award for Excellence for Companies Promoting Youth Experiential Activities. ● Vietnam (since 2015) - Being the first country outside of Japan to launch the Mizuiku program, Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam has implemented “Mizuiku - I love clean water” for almost 10 years. In 2023, the program transformed to scale up nationwide through a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education and Training, evolving into a comprehensive and scalable model including in-school education, out-of-school forest expedition and enhanced access to clean water through renovating facilities. Through this partnership, Mizuiku program materials have been approved by the Ministry of Education and Training to become the mandatory curriculum in all elementary schools across Vietnam. ● Thailand (since 2019) - Suntory PepsiCo Beverage Thailand has been conducting the Mizuiku program with students from elementary schools in Rayong, Saraburi and other provinces. Building on this foundation, Suntory Beverage & Food Thailand also introduced the Mizuiku program in 2021, focusing on providing experiential learning about water conservation to youth nationwide through the “Nature Classroom.” In 2024, the two companies united to launch the “One Suntory Mizuiku Program 2024”. The program comprises the “Mizuiku Water Hero Camp” and the “Mizuiku Water Model School Contest”, aimed at inspiring and educating future generations about the importance of water conservation. More than 450 students and teachers from 30 selected primary schools participated in the program. The collaboration represents a significant milestone in advancing water resource conservation in Thailand. ● France (since 2020) - As part of its long-term (20-year) partnership with the Grand Parc Miribel Jonage, Suntory Beverage & Food France is supporting water education workshops for local primary school children. The program includes content on the role of forests in water cycle and experiments to show how rainwater becomes groundwater. Since August 2024, Suntory Beverage & Food France has been collaborating with a local NGO to provide Mizuiku program in website so that elementary school teachers can have access to it and implement Mizuiku programs to classes. ● China (since 2021) - With the cooperation of the Shanghai Public Service Foundation for Volunteers and the Beijing Association on Education for Sustainable Development, local public welfare groups, Suntory China Holdings has been conducting the Mizuiku program for elementary school students in Shanghai and Beijing. The program teaches students the basic knowledge about water and the habit of saving water, through experiments and videos about how nature works with contents tailored to the local situation. ● Spain (since 2022) - With support from local environmental experts, Suntory Beverage & Food Spain offers an educational program in nature sites and in schools for elementary school students in the province of Toledo, where the main factory of the company is based and source their water from. The program teaches children the importance of water and provides training and ideas on how to preserve and improve the quality and quantity of water in the future. ● The United Kingdom (since 2023) - Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I, in collaboration with environmental charity, Severn Rivers Trust, offers a water education program for families in local communities along the River Severn, in regions closely located to its Coleford factory. The sessions are designed to highlight why the lifecycle of water is so important and encourage participants to reflect and act to preserve and protect water, rivers and wildlife. ● New Zealand (since 2023) - Through a partnership with local environmental NGO, Keep New Zealand Beautiful, Suntory Oceania supports on-site classes for elementary school students to educate the next generation on the importance of clean water conservation and ocean pollution prevention. As a corporation sustained by the gifts of nature and water, and with a purpose to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature, Suntory Group has been committed to achieving a sustainable society since its founding. As stated in the company’s Environmental Vision toward 2050, Suntory Group aims to reduce the water intensity of production at its owned plants*2 by 50%*3 globally, and replenish more than 100% of water used at all of its owned plants globally through conservation of the surrounding ecosystem. To achieve this, the Group has set four main pillars of action (reduction of water used in direct operation, water replenishment, sustainable water uses in raw ingredients, water education and access to safe water) in the Environmental Targets toward 2030, advancing various initiatives globally. Masaaki Fujiwara, Chief Sustainability Officer of Suntory Holdings comments, “At Suntory Group, we position water sustainability as top priority because we recognize that water is not only essential to our business, but also a precious shared resource. That’s why we are committed to continuously expanding our science-based initiatives and educational programs for children, to ensure the availability of quality water for generations to come.” Learn more about Suntory Group’s Sustainability Vision here and about its work on water sustainability actions here . *1 “Mizuiku” is a registered trademark of Suntory Holdings Limited *2 Owned plants that manufactures finished products and excludes plants for packaging and ingredients *3 Reduction of water intensity of production based on 2015 baseline year About Suntory Group As a global leader in the beverage industry, Suntory Group aims to inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Sustained by the gifts of nature and water, the Group offers a uniquely diverse portfolio of products, from award-winning Japanese whiskies Yamazaki and Hibiki, iconic American whiskies Jim Beam and Maker's Mark, canned ready-to-drink -196, The Premium Malt’s beer, Japanese wine Tomi, and the world-famous Château Lagrange. Its brand collection also includes non-alcoholic favorites Orangina, Lucozade, Oasis, BOSS coffee, Suntory Tennensui water, TEA+ Oolong Tea, and V energy drink, as well as popular health and wellness product Sesamin EX. Founded as a family-owned business in 1899 in Osaka, Japan, Suntory Group has grown into a global company operating throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania, with an annual revenue (excluding excise taxes) of $20.9 billion in 2023. Its 41,511 employees worldwide draw upon the unique blend of Japanese artisanship and global tastes to explore new product categories and markets. For more information, visit www.suntory.com and Drink Smart .
- November 29, 2024Business
Seatrium and TCOMS to develop new cyber-physical capabilities to enhance the performance and safety of floating energy production assets
Seatrium Limited (Seatrium) and the Technology Centre for Offshore & Marine, Singapore (TCOMS) have expanded on the Master Research Collaboration Agreement (MRCA) signed in April 2023 to explore cyber-physical modelling capabilities in predicting environmental loads and platform responses, including those encountered in operations in high sea states and other extreme events for floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) platforms. As a leader in the development and construction of offshore vessels, Seatrium was the first to conduct a commercial test for an FPSO vessel in January last year at TCOMS’ ocean basin facility. This development has contributed to TCOMS gaining recognition as a global leader in cuttingedge research and development, with its ocean basin facility being featured in the approved basin test facility list by Seatrium’s industry partners. Following the scaled model testing of the latest series of FPSOs that Seatrium is building for Brazil’s National Oil Company, Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras) in TCOMS’ ocean basin facility to validate their global and station-keeping performance, both organisations will embark on developing digital twins1 to be deployed in real-field scenarios through leveraging the extensive data gathered during the model tests. The P-84 and P-85 FPSOs will be deployed in the Santos Basin, approximately 200 kilometres offshore of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil in coming years. The FPSOs will incorporate advanced technologies and represent a new generation of offshore production assets with lower Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, contributing towards sustainability and a lower carbon economy. Driving Innovation and Sustainability in the Offshore & Marine Industry Seatrium and TCOMS have carried out various projects spanning a broad spectrum of technology capabilities to drive innovation and sustainability in the offshore, marine and energy industries. The Seatrium-TCOMS Ocean Lab, which was established in March 2023, comprises five research thrusts: (i) offshore renewable energy such as floating wind systems, (ii) cleaner oil and gas solutions including smart floating production platforms, (iii) smart marine systems such as autonomous vessels and green ships, (iv) new energy solutions including ammonia, hydrogen and Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS), and (v) digitalisation & data analytics for enhanced predictability and reliability of ocean systems and its infrastructure. Engineers and scientists from both companies partner to co-create, stress test and validate solutions and concepts of future ocean systems and infrastructure. The numerical simulations and physical tests conducted in TCOMS’ ocean basin facility simulate and assess the performance of ocean systems, including those at conceptual stage, in simulated operating and extreme ocean conditions and enhance field performance through technologies such as smart sensing, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics. Such modelling and simulation capabilities facilitate the creation of digital twins of ocean infrastructure assets to improve life cycle management. Mr Chris Ong, CEO of Seatrium, said: “As a leading global player in the offshore, marine and energy industries, Seatrium is committed to driving innovations in improving efficiency and maritime decarbonisation. Our partnership with TCOMS nurtures aspiring engineering talents and encourages them to push the boundaries beyond what is possible in their field of work. Together, we are unlocking new efficiencies and enhancing field performance through technology that contributes towards a greener future." Professor Chan Eng Soon, CEO of TCOMS, said: “As a national R&D platform dedicated to the offshore & marine, maritime and other ocean related sectors, our relentless pursuit of innovation and sustainability has made us the ideal partner to the industry looking to stay ahead and futureproof their solutions and operations. By combining our expertise in cutting-edge digital modelling, simulation and physical model testing capabilities with keen business insights, we support the industry in developing future ocean systems and infrastructure that not only enhance safety, optimise efficiency and performance, but also drive long-term sustainable economic growth.” Caption: Scaled model tests undertaken at TCOMS’ ocean basin facility to validate the performance of the FPSOs. –End – About Seatrium Limited Seatrium Limited provides innovative engineering solutions to the global offshore, marine and energy industries. Headquartered in Singapore, the Group has over 60 years of track record in the design and construction of rigs, floaters, offshore platforms and specialised vessels, as well as in the repair, upgrading and conversion of different ship types. The Group’s key business segments include Oil & Gas Newbuilds and Conversions, Offshore Renewables, Repairs & Upgrades, and New Energies, with a growing focus on sustainable solutions to advance the global energy transition and maritime decarbonisation. As a premier global player offering offshore renewables, new energies and cleaner offshore & marine solutions, Seatrium is committed to delivering high standards of safety, quality and performance to its customers which include major energy companies, vessel owners and operators, shipping companies, and cruise and ferry operators. Seatrium operates shipyards, engineering & technology centres and facilities in Singapore, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Norway, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States. Discover more at seatrium.com . About TCOMS The Technology Centre for Offshore and Marine, Singapore (TCOMS) is a national R&D centre dedicated to the Marine & Offshore Engineering, Maritime and other Ocean sectors. It integrates research and industry expertise to co-create, validate and stress test innovative concepts and solutions to address real world challenges. A core feature of TCOMS is the next-generation ocean basin facility which is equipped with advanced wave and current generation systems to simulate physical ocean environment and complex scenarios that offshore platforms, ships and underwater systems operate in. As part of a network of national platforms coordinated by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), TCOMS brings together researchers from the public sector, academia and industry, and fosters R&D capabilities to position Singapore as a global hub that creates, builds and manages future ocean systems and solutions. TCOMS is a joint venture between A*STAR and the National University of Singapore (NUS). Learn more at www.tcoms.sg . For more information, please contact: Ms Judy Tan Head, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications Tel No: +65 68030254 Email: [email protected] Ms Clarissa Ho Senior Manager, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications Tel No: +65 68030276 Email: [email protected] Ms Nageswaran Naganandhini Senior Assistant Director, Corporate Communications, A*STAR Tel no: +65 8448 9035 Email: [email protected]
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