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HONOR announces the global launch of the HONOR Magic6 Pro and an AI PC HONOR MagicBook Pro 16, demonstrating its open-collaborative innovation enabling an AI Era

LONDON, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Global technology brand HONOR today revealed its new all-scenario strategy by introducing AI-empowered cross OS experiences and intent based user interface, plus a suite of smart devices with global partners. During its keynote, HONOR not only announced the global launch of the premium flagship HONOR Magic6 Pro, but also its latest AIPC, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 16, all of which come equipped with HONOR’s platform-level AI to deliver human-centric innovations.

“As we race ahead into the AI era, HONOR is committed to delivering human-centric innovations that bring open and seamless experiences that address our consumers’ desires and pain points,” said George Zhao, CEO of HONOR Device Co., Ltd. “We are delighted to announce the global launch of the new HONOR smartphones and AI PC, which truly revolutionise the user experience with industry-leading AI capabilities, while breaking boundaries in human-device interaction.”

Discover the Magic of AI with HONOR Magic6 Pro
The latest addition to the prestigious HONOR Magic Series flagship lineup, the HONOR Magic6 Pro boasts advancements in photography, display, performance, and AI-powered user experiences. Driven by its commitment to human-centric innovation, HONOR has unveiled MagicOS 8.0, the latest version of its Android-based operating system that introduces fully empowered HONOR’s platform-level AI and the industry’s first intent-based UI. With this, HONOR is transforming the user experience, introducing entirely new, multimodel ways for humans to interact with their smart devices.

Enriched by Magic Capsule and Magic Portal, the HONOR Magic6 Pro provides users with a more personalised, intuitive experience. With a simple tap on the notifications banner at the top of the screen, the Magic Capsule expands to offer additional information and related options, granting users instant access to essential resources and eliminating the need to navigate through multiple apps for maximum productivity and efficiency. Meanwhile, Magic Portal harnesses the power of AI to understand user messaging and behaviour, streamlining complex tasks into a single-step process. For example, Magic Portal’s AI quickly recognises addresses in a text message and directs users to Google Maps, enabling effortless navigation. For social media like TikTok and Facebook, it also streamlines the access and sharing, allowing users to forward booking details or online search results with just a single drag. Magic Portal facilitates image-based shopping experiences, seamlessly guiding users to platforms, where they can find and purchase desired items.

By collaborating with partners and app developers, Magic Portal supports over one hundred most frequently used Apps globally. Ultimately providing users with a seamless experience across various platforms while ensuring they can enjoy the full potential of Magic Portal with their favorite apps.

A Sneak Peak of Inspiring AI Practice
Embracing an open and collaborative spirit in the AI era, HONOR actively works with industry partners, striving to bring more of the industry’s leading technologies to the public. To demonstrate the latest joint effort, HONOR and Qualcomm shaking hands together, bringing the LLaMA 2 large language model (LLM) inside the HONOR Magic6 Pro, which is able to complete functions such as Q&A, text creation and reading comprehension in an offline environment. As a demo, bringing the Llama 2 LLM on device is the ability of HONOR and Qualcomm to work together to solve problems and enable innovation. Collaboration within the industry like this can lead to a more imaginative future for users.

Demonstrating the possibilities that smartphone eye-tracking may unlock in the future, HONOR revealed how it is possible to control a car hands-free through the HONOR Magic6 Pro’s AI-powered eye-tracking system. The experimental concept showcases how the interplay between AI-enhanced smartphones and vehicles can go beyond screen or voice controls, unlocking a realm of human-device interactions that hold immense possibilities.

Experience Pro-grade Sportography with HONOR’s AI-powered Falcon Camera System 
As consumers look forward to an exciting year of sporting events, HONOR has made it a priority to deliver sports photography worthy of a gold medal with improved capture speeds and clearer snapshots. Debuting a new and improved HONOR Falcon Camera System powered by an AI model trained with a database that is 28 times larger over the previous generation, the HONOR Magic6 Pro includes HONOR AI Motion Sensing Capture, an advanced AI capture algorithm that effortlessly predicts and captures decisive moments in ultra-high definition. The advanced HONOR AI Motion Sensing Capture of the HONOR Magic6 Pro surpasses the previous generation by covering a wider range of sports and activities such as jumping, dancing, and martial arts, making it perfect for capturing thrilling moments at sports events and races.

Additionally, HONOR’s latest camera system introduces a remarkable 180MP Telephoto Camera Lens (f/2.6, OIS) with 2.5x optical zoom and up to 100x digital zoom. The HONOR Magic6 Pro also features a 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera (f.2.0, EIS) and a powerful 50MP main Camera with variable aperture capabilities (f/1.4 and f/2.0, OIS), to capture fast-paced moments in exceptional clarity without compromising on details.

Unmatched Display with HONOR NanoCrystal Shield
Featuring the industry’s most drop-resistant screen glass to date, the HONOR Magic6 Pro races ahead with improvements in display scratch resistance. The HONOR NanoCrystal Shield features a layer of silicon nitride coating on the device’s nanocrystal glass for enhanced protection. Widely recognized for its hardness and scratch resistance, silicon nitride offers enhanced display strength and exceptional durability allowing for 10 times the protection upon falling compared to regular nanocrystal glass1.

In addition to its durability, the HONOR Magic6 Pro features an industry-leading 6.8-inch All-range Low-power LTPO Eye Comfort Display2, delivering an exceptional viewing experience while prioritising users’ well-being with a range of human-centric innovations, including the industry’s highest 4320Hz PWM Dimming, Dynamic Dimming, Customisable Circadian Night Display, and Nature Tone feature.

Powerful Performance Driven by Cross Industry Innovation
The HONOR Magic6 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform3, bringing a 30% improvement in CPU performance and a 25% increase GPU performance to the new devices. Thanks to the Qualcomm® AI Engine, the AI features on the HONOR Magic6 Pro are supported with exceptional fluency and stability, achieving a remarkable 98% improvement as compared to previous models. Additionally, the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform delivers exceptional gaming experiences at superb battery efficiency and is packed with advancements that redefine powerful performance.

Recognising the growing importance of battery life for users who rely on their devices for prolonged usage, HONOR stands out as the first brand to apply emerging battery innovations from other sectors to smartphones. Taking inspiration from the disruptive electric vehicle (EV) industry, HONOR is bringing the all-new HONOR Second-generation Silicon-carbon Battery with HONOR E1, a battery management chipset for energy efficiency enhancement, to the HONOR Magic6 Pro. The 5600 mAh4 capacity demonstrates exceptional low-temperature performance, users can play the YouTube video for 81 minutes5 at -20°C with just 10% battery level remaining. In addition, with its 80W HONOR Wired SuperCharge and 66W HONOR Wireless SuperCharge6, users can charge up the HONOR Magic6 Pro to 100% in only 40 minutes7, enabling the busiest users to swiftly charge their devices on the move.

Establishing the excellence of the HONOR Magic6 Pro’s advanced battery technology, the device received a distinguished 1st place in DXOMARK global display rankings with a top score of 157. Also, with five DXOMARK labels awarded, the HONOR Magic6 Pro represents the top of its industry in camera, audio, display, battery and selfie capabilities.

Harnessing AI to Create an All-scenario Interconnected Experience
Enabling an intelligent all-scenario PC experience, HONOR has launched its latest AI-powered laptop, the HONOR MagicBook Pro 16, with the power to empower cross-OS collaboration. Benefit from performance improvements brought by HONOR’s platform-level AI with cutting-edge CPU and GPU, the HONOR MagicBook 16 Pro makes sharing notifications and synchronising materials across HONOR smartphones, PCs and tablets effortless with MagicRing, ensuring the utmost convenience and easy accessibility.

Taking the all-scenario experience to a more compact device, HONOR has also released its newest tablet, the HONOR Pad 9. Boasting an impressive 12.1-inch 2.5K HONOR FullView Display8 with a 120Hz refresh rate9, an eight-speaker audio system that incorporates HONOR Histen sound tuning technology. The HONOR Pad 9 is a feature-packed tablet that offers exceptional user experience and a distinctive design.

Teasing the PORSCHE DESIGN HONOR Magic6 RSR
At MWC this year, HONOR has not only officially brought the PORSCHE DESIGN HONOR Magic V2 RSR foldable smartphone to the global stage for the first time, HONOR also has unveiled a teaser for the Porsche Design HONOR Magic6 RSR, a smartphone that also embodies the DNA of Porsche Design. The PORSCHE DESIGN HONOR Magic6 RSR resembles a bold motorsports-inspired appearance with its centered, high-performance camera sitting within a geometric structure that references the aesthetics of a Porsche racecar.

Colour and Pricing 
Designed for users who prefer a sleek, modern style and a timeless appeal, the HONOR Magic6 Pro will be available in Black and Epi Green10, with an RRP of £1,099.99. The Magic6 Pro can be purchased from HiHonor using a £250 off subscriber voucher when users subscribe to HiHonor, and use the code AM6PP250 in checkout. HiHonor shoppers will also receive complimentary 12-months screen protection, plus the opportunity to purchase a Pad 9 for £149.99 (£299.99 RRP).

The Magic6 Pro is also available to pre-order from the 1st March with sales from the 8th March with a complimentary launch bundle worth £359 including HONOR Earbuds X6, HONOR 100W SuperCharger and HONOR Pad 8 from Amazon, Very and Currys.

New and existing Three customers can also purchase the HONOR Magic6 Pro from the 8th March. From £50 Upfront and £37.50 a month across 36 months on a 2GB tariff, plus an extra £300 when you trade-in your old device.

Paying tribute to iconic Porsche cars, the Porsche Design HONOR Magic V2 RSR is available in Agate Grey11 and priced at £2,349.99 RRP.

Offering two stunning colorways, Space Grey and Cyan Lake12, the HONOR Pad 9 will be priced £299.99 RRP or £349.99 including a keyboard. The HONOR Pad 9 will be available to purchase in UK and Ireland via HiHonor, Argos, Amazon, Very, Currys online. On HiHonor, consumers can benefit from a £50 discount on the keyboard option, meaning the tablet and keyboard combination is the price of the stand-alone tablet.

For more information, please visit HONOR online store at www.hihonor.com/uk.

1 Data from HONOR labs.
2 With a rounded corners design on the display, the diagonal length of the exterior screen is 6.80 inches when measured according to the standard rectangle (the actual viewable area is slightly smaller).
3 Snapdragon is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
4 Typical value. The rated capacity of the non-removable battery is 5600mAh.
5 Data from HONOR labs.
6 The actual charging power may vary with different scenarios intelligently. Please refer to actual situations.
7 Data from HONOR labs.
8 With a rounded corners design on the display, the diagonal length of the screen is 12.1 inches when measured according to the standard rectangle (the actual viewable area is slightly smaller. HONOR FullView Display generally refers to HONOR laptop screens with a narrow bezel and high screen-to-body ratio. Please refer to the actual product.
9 The screen refresh rate may vary by application. The screen supports a maximum refresh rate of 120 Hz. The refresh rate may vary depending on the application interface and game screen.
10 Colour availability varies by region.
11 Colour availability varies by region.
12 Colour availability varies by region.

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Military Cybersecurity Market to Grow by USD 17.9 Billion (2024-2028) Due to Cloud Adoption, AI-Driven Market Insights by Technavio

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NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is driving market transformation- The global military cybersecurity market size is estimated to grow by USD 17.90 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of  11.53%  during the forecast period. Increase in adoption of cloud-based services is driving market growth, with a trend towards high adoption of AI and machine learning. However, system integration and interoperability issues  poses a challenge. Key market players include Airbus SE, BAE Systems Plc, Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp., Broadcom Inc., CACI International Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Digital Management LLC, Fortinet Inc., General Dynamics Corp., GovCIO, Intel Corp., International Business Machines Corp., Leidos Holdings Inc., Lockheed Martin Corp., ManTech International Corp., NetCentrics Corp., Northrop Grumman Corp., RTX Corp., SAIC Motor Corp. Ltd., Thales Group, and Viasat Inc..

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Military Cybersecurity Market Scope

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Details

Base year

2023

Historic period

2018 – 2022

Forecast period

2024-2028

Growth momentum & CAGR

Accelerate at a CAGR of 11.53%

Market growth 2024-2028

USD 17903.9 million

Market structure

Fragmented

YoY growth 2022-2023 (%)

10.45

Regional analysis

North America, APAC, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America

Performing market contribution

North America at 36%

Key countries

US, China, India, Russia, and UK

Key companies profiled

Airbus SE, BAE Systems Plc, Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp., Broadcom Inc., CACI International Inc., Cisco Systems Inc., Digital Management LLC, Fortinet Inc., General Dynamics Corp., GovCIO, Intel Corp., International Business Machines Corp., Leidos Holdings Inc., Lockheed Martin Corp., ManTech International Corp., NetCentrics Corp., Northrop Grumman Corp., RTX Corp., SAIC Motor Corp. Ltd., Thales Group, and Viasat Inc.

Market Driver

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning in military cybersecurity is anticipated to significantly contribute to economic growth, particularly in developed economies. Developed countries are adopting AI-based solutions at a faster pace due to their advanced infrastructure. Machine learning, a subset of AI, delivers outputs similar to humans without extensive programming. Technologies like autonomous vehicles, speech recognition, and advanced web searches utilize machine learning. Extensive research and development activities are ongoing in this field. As AI replaces human monitoring and analysis, human error is reduced, leading to more effective cybersecurity solutions. This enhancement is projected to fuel the expansion of the global military cybersecurity market. 

Military cybersecurity is a critical issue as military systems, networks, and infrastructure face increasing threats from cyber attacks. Unauthorized access, espionage, and malicious activities pose risks to military operations and defense organizations. State-sponsored attacks and cyber warfare are major concerns. Defense budgets continue to grow to fund cybersecurity measures, including cloud computing solutions from cybersecurity companies. Threat intelligence, incident response, machine learning, and quantum-resistant cryptography are essential security solutions. Defense organizations must also secure their supply chains and communication networks. Cybersecurity norms, cloud-based storage solutions, and investments by governments are driving innovation in areas like autonomous defense, blockchain, space operations, and security professional services. The Biden-Harris Administration prioritizes military cybersecurity, focusing on training and education, deployment modes, data security, application security, cloud security, and endpoint security. Defense personnel require ongoing training to counter evolving threats.

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Market Challenges

The military sector’s increasing adoption of advanced technologies brings about the need for network security solutions. However, defense agencies encounter challenges in integrating these solutions with their existing IT infrastructure. Vendors must offer unified IT solutions to ensure seamless integration. Technical issues during operations can result in significant costs and reduced efficiency. Hacking-related malfunctions, such as server errors and technical defects, pose a threat. To mitigate these risks, vendors must conduct rigorous trials before market introduction. Integration of multiple IT systems on traditional infrastructure can lead to cross-platform issues, potentially hindering military cybersecurity implementation and market growth.Military organizations face unique cybersecurity challenges in areas like supply chain security, threat intelligence, incident response, and defense security norms. Machine learning and quantum-resistant cryptography help strengthen network, endpoint, application, data, cloud, and communication security. Cyber-physical systems, autonomous defense, blockchain, and space operations require specialized solutions. Biden-Harris Administration’s focus on cybersecurity includes investments in cybersecurity technologies, professional services, training, and education. Challenges include hacking, import/export analysis, and compliance with defense security norms. Cloud-based storage solutions, security services, and encryption are essential for data protection. Access controls, national security, and incident response are critical components of defense cybersecurity strategies. Military cybersecurity requires a multi-layered approach to address the evolving threat landscape. This includes deploying security solutions for various modes, implementing communication networks with intelligence and surveillance capabilities, and ensuring supply chain security. Defense personnel need ongoing training to stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends and best practices. Defense budgets continue to increase for cybersecurity initiatives, with investments in unmanned vehicles, cloud-based storage solutions, and security services.

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Segment Overview 

This military cybersecurity market report extensively covers market segmentation by  

Deployment 1.1 On-premise1.2 Cloud-basedType 2.1 Network security2.2 Data security2.3 Identity and access management2.4 Cloud securityGeography 3.1 North America3.2 APAC3.3 Europe3.4 Middle East and Africa3.5 South America

1.1 On-premise-  The on-premises segment dominated the global military cybersecurity market in 2022, accounting for the largest share. On-premises security solutions run on an organization’s own hardware infrastructure, enabling defense institutions to purchase licenses for cybersecurity software to operate on their local servers. The primary advantage of on-premises systems is data protection, as data is stored locally, granting end-users complete control. Military organizations maintain full authority over their network security without external interference. Although the demand for on-premises systems has decreased due to the rise of cloud-based alternatives, concerns regarding security, compliance, and network control continue to drive market growth.

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Research Analysis

The Military Cybersecurity Market encompasses the protective measures implemented to safeguard military systems, networks, and infrastructure from cyber threats. With the increasing reliance on technology for military operations, unauthorized access, espionage, and malicious activities pose significant risks. Defense organizations face threats from state-sponsored attacks, hacking, and import/export analysis. To counter these risks, governments are making substantial investments in cybersecurity technologies, including cloud-based storage solutions, encryption, access controls, and security services. The Biden-Harris Administration has prioritized cybersecurity, recognizing its importance to national security. Unmanned vehicles and defense personnel also require protection. The defense budget reflects this priority, with a growing allocation towards cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is essential to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of military information, ensuring the safety of defense personnel, and preserving national security.

Market Research Overview

The Military Cybersecurity market encompasses the protection of Military systems, networks, and infrastructure from Cyber threats such as unauthorized access, espionage, malicious activities, and state-sponsored attacks. Cybersecurity measures are essential to safeguard Military operations and defense organizations from Cyber warfare. Defense budgets continue to prioritize Cybersecurity, with investments in Cloud computing, Cybersecurity companies, and advanced technologies like Machine learning, Quantum-resistant cryptography, Blockchain, and Autonomous defense. Military cybersecurity extends to securing Cyber-physical systems, communication networks, Intelligence and surveillance, and Supply chain. Defense organizations face various threats, including hacking, import/export analysis, and encryption breaches. Access controls and National security are paramount, with a focus on Cloud-based storage solutions, Security services, and Cybersecurity technologies. Personnel training and education are crucial, with deployment modes varying from on-premises to Cloud-based solutions. The Biden-Harris Administration has focued Military cybersecurity, with Defense personnel receiving increased training and education. Defense budgets continue to allocate funds for Cybersecurity, with a focus on securing Space operations, Unmanned vehicles, and Defense personnel. Cybersecurity norms and regulations are evolving, with a growing emphasis on Threat intelligence, Incident response, and Deployment modes.

Table of Contents:

1 Executive Summary
2 Market Landscape
3 Market Sizing
4 Historic Market Size
5 Five Forces Analysis
6 Market Segmentation

DeploymentOn-premiseCloud-basedTypeNetwork SecurityData SecurityIdentity And Access ManagementCloud SecurityGeographyNorth AmericaAPACEuropeMiddle East And AfricaSouth America

7 Customer Landscape
8 Geographic Landscape
9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
10 Company Landscape
11 Company Analysis
12 Appendix

About Technavio

Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions.

With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio’s report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio’s comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios.

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Sinch Accelerates Adoption of Rich Communication Services (RCS) Business Messaging with RCS Upscale

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Leading the Evolution of Customer Engagement with Secure, Interactive, and Branded Messaging Across Devices & Platforms

ATLANTA and STOCKHOLM, Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Sinch (Sinch AB (publ) – XSTO: SINCH), which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, is accelerating the adoption of Rich Communication Services (RCS.)   Sinch has consistently delivered secure, branded, and interactive messaging solutions, offering flexible options that include messaging APIs, SaaS tools, and messaging enablement services. These solutions empower both brands and carriers to embrace RCS and transform customer interactions.

With Sinch’s RCS Upscale solution, businesses can seamlessly transition from SMS to RCS without additional costs or integration changes.  For markets where RCS is not fully supported, Sinch’s SMS fallback ensures continued messaging reach.  Customers using Sinch’s RCS solutions have seen unparalleled delivery and engagement rates on high-value use cases across the customer journey, making RCS an ideal choice for businesses looking to transform customer experiences.

Sinch sends millions of RCS business messages each month, helping brands like EasyPark and Micromania-Zing in EMEA, delivery companies in the North America, and banks across Latin America and India.  Sinch’s solutions are helping these organizations leverage RCS to improve their messaging capabilities, driving better customer engagement and satisfaction.

The release of iOS 18, which introduces RCS support in select markets, marks a

pivotal moment for the growth of RCS.  This development brings a more united and seamless messaging experience between Apple and Android devices for consumers, paving the way for RCS Business Messaging (RBM) adoption.  With Apple’s commitment to supporting the RCS Universal 2.4, which includes RBM, the stage is set for broader adoption, providing businesses with a powerful new tool to engage customers through rich, interactive experiences directly in their mobile inbox across a wider range of devices.

Sinch’s innovations in RCS are further evidenced by tools like the Omnichannel Connector on Salesforce AppExchange, which enables Salesforce Marketing Cloud customers to create dynamic, interactive campaigns.

Backed by Sinch’s global super network, strong direct operator connections, and a preferred partnership with Google, the company leads the RCS space and is fully prepared for widespread RCS rollout. Sinch’s APIs, SaaS tools, and carrier enablement services empower both businesses and carriers to create personalized, interactive RCS

experiences, driving significant improvements in customer engagement across industries.

“Sinch RCS products and solutions help businesses quickly upgrade to RCS, whether they’re looking to upscale from SMS or enable richer, more interactive and conversational experiences for their customers,” said Lodema Steinbach, VP of Product & Carrier Relations, North America at Sinch. “With a broad range of offerings and expertise across customer segments, Sinch provides the flexibility businesses need to enhance customer engagement in a secure, trusted environment.”

“As RCS adoption accelerates, we are proud to lead this technological shift,” Steinbach added. “Sinch’s API-first platform and SaaS solutions make it easy for brands to adopt RCS and drive results, whether through simple transactional messaging or richer, more interactive customer engagements. Our deep relationships with mobile operators and in-house expertise position us to support businesses throughout their RCS journey.”

To learn more about implementing RCS and how it can transform customer engagement, download Sinch’s comprehensive guide on building a business case for RCS or contact our team for personalized support.

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LAZ collaborates with bp to bring bp pulse ultra-fast public EV charging hubs to 20 cities over next five years

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Under the agreement, the ultra fast charging sites will host Level 3 chargers, be open to the public 24/7 and provide drivers with up to one hour of free parking while charging

HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — LAZ Parking, the largest, fastest-growing privately owned parking operator in the United States, is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with bp pulse to collaborate in the development, deployment, and operation of ultra-fast public charging hubs at LAZ-managed locations. bp pulse is a leading worldwide provider and best-in-class operator of ultra-fast electric vehicle charging. LAZ manages and leases a network of distributed real estate encompassing 1.6 million parking spaces in over 3,800 locations in 42 states and 477 cities in the U.S. and Canada.

“We are thrilled to be collaborating with bp pulse,” said Alan Lazowski, Chairman and CEO, of LAZ Parking. “This agreement builds on LAZ’s mission to provide value to our clients and opportunities for our employees. By focusing on embracing emerging technologies, and collaborating with major stakeholders, like bp pulse, we are driving positive change and propelling the parking industry toward a resilient and more efficient future.”

The ultra-fast charging hubs developed by bp pulse are classified as Level 3 charging and rated at 250kW or higher. These chargers can provide EV customers with a full charge in 30-45 minutes depending on variables like vehicle type and battery health.  

“This collaboration with LAZ supports the delivery of our strategy to bring EV charging to major metro areas at locations where drivers are already going in their day-to-day routines,” said Sujay Sharma, CEO bp pulse America. “bp pulse is proud to be to working with like-minded partners who have long term commitments to the EV transition and are propelling the EV industry forward. These LAZ locations will be a welcome addition to bp’s own extensive real estate footprint across the US and bp pulse’s existing third-party relationships like our recently announced plans with Simon Property Group, amongst others.”

As LAZ’s preferred partner for ultra-fast charging nationwide, bp pulse will work with LAZ to identify locations best suited for ultra-fast charging hubs with a focus on key metros and other areas with a high density of vehicles including those with high tenancy housing, universities and hotels. Each site will be publicly available and operate 24/7 to ensure drivers can charge when they need to. As part of the charging experience, EV drivers will receive up to one hour of free parking when they charge using the bp pulse app.

“Unlike many other companies in this space, bp is a proven global brand committed to electrification internationally,” said Lazowski. “They are experts at designing, building, operating, and maintaining infrastructure. We could not be happier in our choice of a partner for this exciting collaboration.”

About LAZ Parking 

LAZ Parking is the largest, fastest-growing privately owned parking operator in the United States and a pioneer in digital parking technology. Founded in Hartford, CT, LAZ has been providing best-in-class parking management and transportation services since 1981 and operates over 1.6 million parking spaces in over 3,800 locations in 42 states and 477 cities in the U.S. and Canada. LAZ is an industry leader in business intelligence, remote monitoring, eCommerce solutions, and Proximity On-Demand Services or “LAZ PODS”. We leverage our international network of parking facilities to offer cutting edge, tech-enabled solutions, that include EV charging, micro warehousing, last-mile logistics, working across the hospitality, commercial, healthcare, airports, transportation, universities, government, retail, events, residential, and shuttle service industries. LAZ is a people first, conscious capitalist company, committed to elevating humanity through business. Additional information can be found at www.lazparking.com.

About bp pulse

bp pulse is bp’s electric vehicle (EV) charging business. Focused on fast and reliable charging, bp pulse deploys charging points for EV drivers and commercial fleets on the go; at destination hubs, at the depot and bp retail sites.

Around the world bp pulse is partnering with some of the world’s biggest businesses, while developing the Gigahub™ network, a series of large EV high-speed charging hubs in high-demand locations.

Electric vehicle charging is one of five growth engines of bp’s transformation into an integrated energy company. The company has already installed more than 33,900 charge points and aims to expand its network of public EV charging stations to more than 100,000 worldwide by 2030.

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