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FAST and ACAMS Unveil Spanish Translation of Vital Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Certificate

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WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As part of their efforts to strengthen global responses to forced labour and sex trafficking, Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking (FAST), an initiative hosted at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR), and ACAMS have collaborated to launch the Spanish translation of a recently updated training certificate for anti-financial crime professionals in the public and private sectors. The newly revised Fighting Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking certificate outlines strategies to identify, investigate, and report financial activity linked to traffickers, incorporating insights from several new case studies.

The addition of a Spanish translation, following earlier releases in French and Japanese, aims to make the training more accessible to financial sector professionals in Europe and Latin America. This expansion supports broader efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking globally.

These crimes continue to devastate lives across the Spanish-speaking world. According to the 2023 Global Slavery Index by Walk Free, 3.6 million individuals in the Americas are currently in conditions of forced labour. In Venezuela, for instance, which has been undergoing a prolonged economic crisis for several years, approximately 9.5 people per thousand are currently experiencing modern slavery. More stable economies are not immune: the figure stands at 1.9 in Uruguay and 2 in Spain.

Fighting Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking draws on industry leaders’ insights to explore financial sector obligations concerning anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT) compliance. It also covers due diligence principles and survivor engagement.

“Translating the ACAMS-FAST course will enhance the accessibility of this important resource and provide more practitioners with the guidance they need to tackle modern slavery and human trafficking,” argues Alice Eckstein, Project Director of the FAST Initiative. “We cannot address these risks without the involvement of the financial sector – and the new translations help strengthen the sector’s capacity to act.”

The course offers professionals in the financial sector a comprehensive understanding of the factors driving illicit money flows linked to modern slavery and human trafficking. This includes recognizing financial footprints through transactional analysis, identifying red flags, and understanding key indicators. The course also equips participants with the knowledge to manage modern slavery risks through practices such as customer due diligence, inclusive AML policies, financial inclusion measures, and engagement with various stakeholders. It further emphasizes the importance of collaboration between industry, law enforcement, civil society, and survivors in providing effective prevention, remedy, and other responses.

“Human trafficking, a grave violation of human rights, knows no boundaries, affecting individuals across the globe irrespective of age or gender. This insidious crime often operates in the shadows, intertwined with other illicit activities, rendering it a complex challenge that necessitates a concerted and informed global response. It is in this context that we introduce this free certificate program in Spanish, to help advance the global fight against human trafficking.

This certificate is meticulously designed to equip financial crime compliance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools required to identify and counteract human trafficking networks effectively,” ACAMS CEO, Neil Sternthal said.

The Spanish version of the Fighting Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking certificate can be accessed at: www.acams.org/es/esclavitudmoderna

About ACAMS®

ACAMS is a leading international membership organization dedicated to providing opportunities for anti-financial crime (AFC) education, best practices, and peer-to-peer networking to AFC professionals globally. With over 100,000 members across 180 jurisdictions, ACAMS is committed to the mission of ending financial crime through the provision of anti-money laundering/counterterrorism-financing and sanctions knowledge-sharing, thought leadership, risk-mitigation services, ESG initiatives, and platforms for public-private dialogue. The association’s CAMS certification is the gold- standard qualification for AFC professionals, while its CGSS and CCAS certifications are for sanctions professionals and AFC practitioners working in the crypto space, respectively. ACAMS’ 60+ Chapters globally further amplify the association’s mission through training and networking initiatives. Visit acams.org for more information.

About FAST

Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking (FAST) is a multi-stakeholder initiative based at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR) aiming to mobilize the financial sector against modern slavery and human trafficking. FAST is a knowledge partner for Governments, Multilateral Organizations, and financial sector actors alike. Through its alliance-building and survivor-informed approach, FAST works with its partners around the world, to end modern slavery and human trafficking in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in particular SDG 8.7. For more information: www.fastinitiative.org  

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TVU Networks Revolutionizes Live Broadcasting with Cloud and AI-Powered Solutions at Broadcast India 2024

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CUPERTINO, Calif., Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TVU Networks, a global leader in IP and cloud-based live video solutions, will showcase its latest innovations at Broadcast India 2024, October 17-19, booth J1-A. These groundbreaking technologies are set to revolutionize the broadcasting industry.

Empowering Broadcasters with Agile Solutions

Paul Shen, CEO of TVU Networks, underscores the company’s collaborative ethos: “We’re not just providing tools; we’re partnering with broadcasters to transform their live production capabilities. Our goal is to empower our partners with the agility needed to meet evolving audience demands, shaping the future of live broadcasting with tangible results today.”

Microservices: The Heart of TVU’s Innovation

At the core of TVU’s engineering philosophy are microservices—modular building blocks enabling powerful new capabilities. By leveraging hundreds of microservices within TVU transmitters and SaaS applications, broadcasters can swiftly create dynamic workflows that seamlessly integrate with on-premise infrastructures. Since 2019, TVU has been integrating AI into these microservices, further streamlining tasks and expanding coverage capabilities.

Unleashing Flexibility with TVU MediaHub™ and Hybrid Workflows

The six-time award-winning MediaHub allows broadcasters to ingest unlimited sources into the TVU ecosystem, enabling seamless switching within SaaS applications like TVU Producer. TVU’s Agent, deployable on existing on-premise hardware, offers unparalleled flexibility in managing processing and resource use. This innovative solution, proven in large-scale productions such as the Sertoes Rally in Brazil, exemplifies TVU’s commitment to maximizing media workflow efficiency.

Enhancing Operations and Visibility

A notable innovation in TVU’s suite of solutions is the Network Operations Center (NOC), providing unprecedented visibility into cloud, on-premise, and hybrid media supply chains. This powerful tool offers broadcasters comprehensive control and insight into their operations, allowing for efficient management of complex broadcasting workflows across various environments.

Pioneering the Future of Broadcasting

By harnessing cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, AI, and 5G, TVU Networks continues to pioneer adaptive solutions for the ever-evolving media landscape. These technologies work in concert to provide broadcasters with unparalleled capabilities in content creation, management, and distribution.

Visitors to Broadcast India 2024 are invited to experience TVU Networks’ end-to-end ecosystem of cloud-based solutions at booth J1-A, witnessing firsthand how these innovations are shaping the future of the media supply chain.

Learn More: https://info.tvunetworks.com/bi-2024

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Hyundai Motor Group Unveils End-to-End Hydrogen Solutions and Hydrogen Roadmap at H2 MEET 2024

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Hyundai Motor Group unveils comprehensive hydrogen technology solutions and a roadmap at H2 MEET 2024, Korea’s largest hydrogen industry eventThe Group is showcasing its hydrogen business and technology under the HTWO, emphasizing its unique capabilities and strong collaboration among affiliatesHydrogen value chain business solutions are exhibited as part of four scenarios: Energy Security, Port & Airport Decarbonization, Industrial Applications & Businesses and Hydrogen Society

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 24, 2024 /CNW/ — Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) unveiled its end-to-end hydrogen solutions and roadmap at H2 MEET 2024[1], Korea’s largest hydrogen industry exhibition event, running from September 25 to 27 at the Korea International Exhibition Center (KINTEX) near Seoul.

Under the theme ‘Be a First Mover in Hydrogen,’ the Group introduced its hydrogen business and technology spanning the entire hydrogen value chain under the HTWO brand. This builds upon its hydrogen vision presentation made at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

H2 MEET 2024 marks the first event in which all the Group’s affiliates are participating together under the HTWO. Participating affiliates include Hyundai Motor Company, Hyundai Rotem, Hyundai Steel, Hyundai Engineering, Hyundai E&C and Hyundai Glovis.

At its massive H2 MEET booth, the Group is showing four hydrogen value chain business solutions in four scenario-based exhibitions with staff available for explanation at each exhibition corner and digital docents available via smartphones.

The first scenario exhibition, ‘Energy Security,’ introduces the Group’s innovative resource-cycle hydrogen production technologies including W2H (Waste-to-Hydrogen) and P2H (Plastic-to-Hydrogen). W2H utilizes organic waste such as food and sewage sludge to produce hydrogen, while P2H utilizes non-recyclable plastic. The exhibition also showcases Korea‘s very first W2H facility in Chungju that converts food waste into hydrogen and supplies hydrogen to nearby refueling stations.

Visitors will also be able to check on Hyundai Motor’s field-proven cell system and its reverse electrolysis technology – PEM electrolysis, which is ideal for producing high-purity hydrogen. The exhibit also features Korea’s very first PEM electrolysis production facility in Buan, operated by Hyundai E&C, alongside other business cases that run on the hydrogen produced. 

The second scenario exhibition, ‘Port & Airport Decarbonization’ introduces hydrogen solutions that can be applied to high-carbon-emitting industrial complexes, including ports and airports. Hyundai Motor successfully deployed a pioneering fleet of 30 Class 8 XCIENT Fuel Cell hydrogen-powered trucks for the NorCAL ZERO Project since last year with an aim to reduce carbon emissions at the port of Oakland in California, U.S.

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai, Kia Global Media Center (kianewscenter.com), Genesis Newsroom

[1] H2 MEET stands for ‘Hydrogen Mobility Energy Environment Technology’

 

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Inside information: Valmet to supply a complete pulp mill with full-scope automation and flow control solutions to Arauco in Brazil

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Valmet Oyj’s stock exchange release (inside information) on September 25, 2024 at 01:45 a.m. EEST

ESPOO, Finland, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Arauco have today approved an investment of a complete pulp mill and selected Valmet as the supplier for the project. Valmet’s scope will be the delivery of complete pulp mill including also full-scope automation and flow control solutions to Arauco. The new pulp mill will be the world’s largest single-phase pulp mill project with 3.5 million tonne per year pulp production capacity. The new mill is estimated to start-up in the second half of 2027.  The pulp mill will be built in Inocência, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil.

The contract is estimated to be finalized by the end of 2024.

The value of the order for Valmet is over EUR 1 billion, and it is expected to be included in Valmet’s orders received for the fourth quarter 2024. The anticipated delivery will have an important employment impact on Valmet and its subcontractors especially in Brazil, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, India and China.

“This is an important and decisive stage of our Sucuriú Project, which will feature high expertise and state-of-the-art technology. As the world’s largest single-phase pulp production project, our choice to partner with Valmet reflects Arauco’s commitment to partnering with those who share our vision for innovation and sustainable practices,” says Cristian Infante, Global CEO of Arauco.

“This investment is a significant milestone for the industry, and we are proud to be selected as the partner for Arauco in this major project. Arauco’s new pulp mill will be the largest single-phase pulp mill project in the world and will be a showcase for Valmet’s sustainable technologies. In addition, the mill will generate a significant amount of excess bioelectricity, contributing positively to the sustainable energy supply of the area,” says Thomas Hinnerskov, President and CEO of Valmet.

“With a complete mill delivery, Valmet can offer the full benefits of our innovative and comprehensive offering consisting of process technology, automation systems, flow control solutions and services. Even though the mill will be the largest ever delivered, Valmet’s delivery scope will include proven technologies creating a good foundation for this mega mill investment. The mill will feature leading process technologies, including the latest developments in our continuous cooking technology especially tailored for large hardwood mills and the most advanced automation systems and flow control solutions. Complete automation solution includes the latest Valmet DNAe automation system together with mill-wide optimization solution. The solutions are designed to deliver excellent energy efficiency, optimized end-product quality, and high environmental performance,” says Sami Riekkola, Business Line President, Pulp and Energy, Valmet.

“The development of the pulp industry in Brazil has been substantial in the past years. To meet the demands of this market and serve the customers even better in the region, Valmet has systematically strengthened its presence and competences locally. Our knowledge about the local conditions, experience in executing projects and commitment to provide long-term services for the new plant ensuring high operational efficiency and sustainability were recognized by Arauco as very important factors in their decision to partner with Valmet,” says Celso Tacla, Area President, South America, Valmet.

Details about Valmet’s technology delivery to Arauco Sucuriú pulp mill project

Valmet will deliver the full production process from wood handling to ready pulp bales to produce hardwood pulp, as well as automation system and related flow control solutions for the whole mill including features form Valmet’s Industrial Internet offering. Valmet’s delivery scope includes the engineering, procurement, and construction, including civil construction and commissioning works at the site.

Valmet’s process technology delivery will include wood handling, cooking and fiber line, pulp drying and baling, non-condensable gases (NCG) handling solution, evaporation, recovery boiler, biomass boiler, recausticizing, lime kiln, biomass dryer and gasifier.

The automation delivery will include Valmet’s latest distributed control system Valmet DNAe, advanced process controls (APC), analyzers and online measurements as well as mill-wide optimization covering all process islands. The Industrial Internet solutions scope includes simulators and connectivity to Valmet Performance Center.

The delivery will additionally include flow control solutions featuring valves and valve automation. 

Information about the customer Arauco

Arauco is a global forest industry company, originally from Chile, with a presence on five continents. Founded in 1979, it has operations in more than 75 countries and 55 mills in Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Mexico, the United States, Canada, Germany, Spain, Portugal, and South Africa. It operates globally with over 18,000 employees guided by solid values and common vision of contributing to improving the lives of people and the planet, developing renewable forest products for the challenges of a sustainable world.  

Further information, please contact:
Sami Riekkola, Business Line President, Pulp and Energy, Valmet, tel. +358 40 542 7437
Celso Tacla, Area President, South America, Valmet, tel. +55 41 3341 458
Pekka Rouhiainen, VP, Investor Relations, Valmet, tel. +358 10 672 0020
Anu Salonsaari-Posti, SVP, Communications, marketing, sustainability and corporate relations, Valmet, tel. +358 50 453 4262

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Valmet has a global customer base across various process industries. We are a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. With our automation systems and flow control solutions we serve an even wider base of process industries. Our more than 19,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers’ performance forward – every day.

The company has over 220 years of industrial history and a strong track record in continuous improvement and renewal. Valmet’s net sales in 2023 were approximately EUR 5.5 billion.

Valmet’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki and the head office is in Espoo, Finland. 

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