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Super Terminal Expo 2024 Unveils Stellar Lineup for Conference, Announces Inaugural STE Awards Nominations

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HONG KONG, Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Super Terminal Expo, Asia’s pioneering passenger and cargo terminal design, construction and operations event, announces its conference program comprising over 100+ expert speakers across 80 keynote interviews, panel discussions, expert briefings and best practice workshops. Focusing on five main themes, the STE conference 2024 program will provide exclusive regional and international insight, giving a unique blend of insight from senior stakeholders based in Greater China, Asia and key international markets. Here is a glimpse into what those five themes are and some of the spotlighted sessions.

Terminal Passenger Experience & Innovation: Examine the impact of emerging technologies like biometrics and AI on passenger experience, accessibility and inclusion.

Airport Hub Strategies and APAC Challenges

Join us for an insightful panel discussion on airport hub development strategies, featuring industry leaders such as Steven Yiu from Airport Authority Hong Kong, Dr. Xie Xingquan from IATA North Asia and APAC, and Tony Lugg from the Transported Asset Protection Association APAC. Moderated by Karen Walker from Air Transport World, this session will delve into the intricacies of successful collaborations with governments. The panel will highlight key challenges and opportunities facing airports in the Asia-Pacific region, uncovering innovative approaches and prospects that can drive growth and sustainability in this dynamic sector. Do not miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with top professionals in the field.

Terminal Security & Facilitation: Dissect intricate challenges around cybersecurity threats and border security procedures.

Safe Skies, Seamless Journeys: Harmonising Safety Standards & Airport Systems

As air travel continues to grow, ensuring the safety and security of passengers within airport terminals becomes paramount. This panel discussion, moderated by Huan Luo from Landrum Brown Shanghai, will explore innovative strategies, best practices, and emerging technologies that can enhance safety and security in passenger terminals. From threat detection systems to crowd management protocols, our panellists will delve into the challenges faced by airports worldwide and share insights on creating a seamless and secure travel experience for passengers.

Future Terminals & Sustainability: Discuss strategies of decarbonising an existing airport and building new terminals with reference to the ADRM Sustainability guidelines.

Sustainable Airports in the Region

What technical solutions do future airports need to be sustainable and achieve zero carbon neutrality? This panel discussion, moderated by David Casey from Routes, brings together industry leaders such as Jin Fan from ARUP Hong Kong, Sajin Mohamed from Collins Aerospace, and JinJin Xu from Boeing China Sustainability. They will share their insights and wishlists for creating sustainable airports in the region. The dialogue will explore innovative strategies and technologies that can drive sustainability in airport operations, opening the floor to each stakeholder’s perspectives on achieving a greener future for aviation.

Intermodal Excellence: Delves into the complex landscape of creating interconnected hubs of mobility for passengers and cargo.

Elevating Efficiency: Innovations and Challenges in Air Cargo and Terminal Ground Handling in Asia

Join us for a comprehensive panel discussion on air cargo development strategies that reflect long-term potential in Asia. Moderated by Chen Chuanren from Air Transport World, this session will feature industry leaders such as Paul Cheng from HACTL, Professor CAO Yunchun from CAUC, Cissy Chan from Airport Authority Hong Kong, and David West from IBS Software. The panel will explore the opportunities and challenges in developing a comprehensive air cargo ecosystem, evaluating strategic options and discussing factors that could affect airports’ air cargo performance and competitiveness. Gain valuable insights into the innovations and challenges in air cargo and terminal ground handling and discover how to elevate efficiency in this critical sector.

Advanced Air Mobility (AAM): Explore ideas around integrating AAM infrastructure into airports, creating effective mobility for passengers and cargo.

AAM Forum: From Concept to Reality: Unlocking Air Mobility in China

China’s taking flight! This AAM Forum, held alongside the main conference, explores the potential and challenges of urban air mobility, focusing on testing electric flying vehicles (eVTOL). In Session 1, moderated by Paul Burton from Aviation Week Network, panelists such as Prof. Gao Yuanyang from Beihang University and Kellen Xie from AutoFlight will share their insights. Session 2, moderated by Chen Chuanren from Air Transport World, will feature Yun Yuan Tay from Skyports. Join us to discover the innovative strategies and technologies driving the future of air mobility in China.

This program aims to foster knowledge exchange and drive substantial change within the sector. Early bird conference pass discounts are ongoing now until 30 August, and delegates can save up to USD800 if they secure their passes now.

Find out more: https://www.superterminalexpo.com/conference-events/

STE Awards 2024: Nominations are now open!

Super Terminal Expo opens nomination for its inaugural STE Awards 2024, where excellence in terminal design and operations will be celebrated.

There are five categories:

Best Terminal Design: Reserved for airports that enrich the overall journey for passengers and freight through thoughtful, intelligent design, spotlighting entities that blend aesthetic brilliance with operational excellence.

Best Innovation: Honouring groundbreaking innovations shaping the future of terminals, celebrating ventures that tackle critical challenges, redefine industry standards, and demonstrate exceptional potential for positive impact.

Best Sustainable Initiative: For vendors who leads by example in environmental stewardship, this category spotlights initiatives and/or solutions that significantly reduce the airport’s environmental impact, promote sustainability, and contribute to the global effort against climate change.

Best Cargo Hub: Reserved for cargo hubs that exemplify unrivalled efficiency, innovation, and connectivity, transforming the logistics and freight sector. The Best Cargo Hub Award celebrates facilities that not only meet the intricate demands of global supply chains but elevate the standards through pioneering strategies and solutions.

Service Excellence Award: This category celebrates efforts that have led to transformative improvements in the industry. The Service Excellence Award recognise those who have spearheaded initiatives that elevate operational standards, enrich experiences, and deliver significant advancements, setting new precedents for excellence and innovation.

Nominations will go through two rounds of judging in October. Winners will be announced during the STE – CAPA Gala Dinner & Awards on November 5 in Hong Kong.  

Nominations will be open until Friday, September 13, 2024. Find out more: www.superterminalexpo.com/awards

About Super Terminal Expo:

Super Terminal Expo is Asia’s pioneering design, construction and operations event showcasing the next wave of innovation in passenger and cargo terminal, bringing together experts and decision-makers to shape the future of terminals.

Organised by Informa Markets, the world’s largest event organiser, Super Terminal Expo has strategically chosen aviation as the focal point for its inaugural year as we recognise the unparalleled opportunities present within Asia’s aviation sector.

Super Terminal Expo is supported by Aviation Week Network, Airport Authority Hong Kong and CAPA – Centre for Aviation, Hong Kong International Aviation Academy and International Cooperation and Service Center, CAAC. 

Spanning 20,000 sqm at AsiaWorld-Expo, Super Terminal Expo is set to be a hub of innovation with over 300 exhibitors brands. The event also includes a conference programme, featuring 80+ forums led by industry experts, targeting vital trends and ideas around transport and freight hubs.

The event will be co-located with the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Asia & Sustainability Award, a two-day summit focusing on aviation sustainability, and the CTC Corporate Travel Summit, hosted by Corporate Travel Community (CTC).

For more information, please visit www.superterminalexpo.com. 

About Informa Markets:

Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. We provide marketplace participants around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, targeted digital services and actionable data solutions. We connect buyers and sellers across more than a dozen global verticals, including Pharmaceuticals, Food, Medical Technology and Infrastructure. As the world’s leading market-making company, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com

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KNEX Technology CTO Gustavo Gonzalez Elected 2025 President-Elect of OATUG

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Gustavo Gonzalez, KNEX Technology’s CTO, has been elected 2025 President-Elect of OATUG, emphasizing his dedication to Oracle innovation, collaboration, and leadership, including Ascend 2025’s strategic initiatives.

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — KNEX Technology, a leading Oracle Cloud solutions provider, is proud to announce that its Chief Technology Officer, Gustavo Gonzalez, has been elected as the 2025 President-Elect of the Oracle Applications & Technology Users Group (OATUG). This esteemed appointment highlights Gonzalez’s longstanding commitment to advancing innovation and collaboration within the Oracle community.

OATUG has played a pivotal role in my professional growth, and it is a privilege to contribute to this community which has enriched my career. As President-Elect, I look forward to collaborating with my peers to strengthen the Oracle user community and further its impact on businesses worldwide.

In his new role, Gonzalez will work closely with the OATUG leadership team throughout 2025, preparing to serve as OATUG President in 2026. He will focus on empowering Oracle professionals worldwide by fostering knowledge-sharing, community engagement, and professional development. OATUG, a globally recognized organization, supports its members in overcoming challenges, enhancing the value of Oracle solutions, and driving organizational success.

“OATUG has played a pivotal role in my professional growth, and it is a privilege to contribute to this community which has enriched my career,” said Gustavo Gonzalez. “As President-Elect, I look forward to collaborating with my peers to strengthen the Oracle user community and further its impact on businesses worldwide.”

Gonzalez’s election underscores his dedication to giving back to the Oracle ecosystem. A key focus of his role will include shaping OATUG’s strategic initiatives, such as the annual Ascend Conference, which unites Oracle users, thought leaders, and technology innovators for unparalleled learning and networking opportunities.

The upcoming Ascend 2025 Conference, scheduled for June 8–11 in Orlando, Florida, promises to build on the success of the 2024 event, which attracted more than 1,800 attendees. With early bird registration now open, Gonzalez aims to ensure the conference continues to deliver transformative insights and experiences for the Oracle community.

About OATUG

The Oracle Applications & Technology Users Group (OATUG) is the premier global organization for Oracle users, providing year-round education, networking, and advocacy. OATUG empowers its members to unlock the full potential of Oracle solutions, fostering innovation and collaboration across industries.

About KNEX Technology

KNEX Technology is a trusted leader in Oracle Cloud solutions, delivering cutting-edge products and services to help businesses achieve their objectives. Through its innovative approach and customer-focused strategies, KNEX enables organizations to navigate the complexities of today’s technology landscape. For more information, visit www.knextech.com.

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Husna Gyasi, KNEX Technology, 1 (949) 232-0786, husna.ghayaisi@knextech.com, https://knextech.com/

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Dr. Gerard van Belle Appointed Director of Science at Lowell Observatory, Charting a Bold Future for Research

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Dr. van Belle to guide scientific exploration and foster innovation in the next era of astronomical research

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lowell Observatory is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Gerard van Belle as the new Director of Science. Van Belle, who has been an astronomer at the observatory since 2011, has been serving as the interim Director of Science.

In his new role, van Belle will lead a diverse team of astronomers and planetary scientists. He will spearhead the observatory’s new Science Vision, which focuses on advancing research capabilities and implementing cutting-edge technological improvements supporting Lowell’s leadership in astronomical research.

Under his leadership, the science department will continue to advance Lowell Observatory’s mission to pursue the study of astronomy, including the study of our solar system and its evolution, and to conduct pure research in astrophysical phenomena.

Van Belle’s own research focuses on fundamental stellar parameters, including the sizes, shapes, masses, distances, and temperatures of various types of stars. He is also renowned for his expertise in optical and near-infrared astronomical interferometry.

He earned his bachelor’s degree in physics from Whitman College in 1990, followed by a master’s degree from The Johns Hopkins University in 1993, and a Ph.D. in physics from the University of Wyoming in 1996.

Throughout his career, van Belle has been instrumental in the development and commissioning of major optical interferometers worldwide, including the Palomar Testbed Interferometer, the Keck Interferometer, and the Very Large Telescope Interferometer. His pioneering work in stellar surface imaging earned him the inaugural Edward Stone Award for Outstanding Research Publication at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 2002.

In 2011, van Belle joined Lowell Observatory’s science staff, where he applied high-resolution astronomical techniques to detect nearby exoplanets and map stellar surfaces. He served as the Director of the Navy Precision Optical Interferometer (NPOI) in Flagstaff, Arizona, from 2017 to 2018, and subsequently as its Chief Scientist until 2022.

Notably, van Belle was among the astronomers who voted against the definition of ‘planet’ advanced during the 2006 International Astronomical Union (IAU) conference in Prague, which relegated Pluto to being a ‘dwarf planet’ (which according to the IAU resolution is not a planet).

His extensive experience and dedication to advancing astronomical research make him a valuable leader for Lowell Observatory’s scientific endeavors.

“I am honored to take on this role at such a pivotal time for Lowell Observatory,” said van Belle. “Our Science Vision will guide us in exploring new frontiers in astronomy while strengthening our commitment to public engagement and education.”

Executive Director Dr. Amanda Bosh expressed her confidence in van Belle’s leadership: “Gerard’s extensive experience and dedication to our mission make him the ideal person to lead our scientific endeavors. I look forward to working closely with him as we embark on this exciting new chapter for Lowell Observatory.”

For more information about Lowell Observatory’s research and public programs, visit lowell.edu.

About Lowell Observatory
Founded in 1894, Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, is a renowned nonprofit research institution. It is the site of historic and groundbreaking discoveries, including the first evidence of the expanding universe and the discovery of Pluto. Today, Lowell’s astronomers utilize global ground-based and space telescopes, along with NASA spacecraft, for diverse astronomical and planetary science research. The observatory hosts more than 100,000 visitors annually for educational tours, presentations, and telescope viewing through a suite of world-class public telescopes.

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ALTICE USA IS ABANDONING LOCAL SPORTS FANS AND IS KEEPING MSG NETWORKS AND ITS KNICKS, RANGERS, ISLANDERS AND DEVILS COVERAGE OFF THE AIR

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NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MSG Networks released the following statement about their dispute with Altice USA:

“Altice USA has pulled their last proposal and walked away from negotiations to bring MSG Networks back to its Optimum subscribers. They also just dropped WPIX Channel 11 in New York and other local stations around the country. If you have been waiting, like we have, for them to do right by their customers – don’t wait any longer. Now is the time to switch to Verizon Fios who has a special offer for Optimum subscribers. Meanwhile, Optimum has been charging their over 1 million customers for local sports programming they have not been receiving and EVERY subscriber should be credited at least $10 a month.

Verizon Fios is ready to take your business. If you are not in Verizon Fios area, you can get games through these other providers DirecTV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo and The Gotham Sports App. For more options on how to switch providers, visit www.keepMSG.com.”

About MSG Networks

MSG Networks, a pioneer in sports media, owns and operates two award-winning regional sports and entertainment networks (MSG and MSG Sportsnet) and MSG+, a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming offering (included in the Gotham Sports App), that serve the nation’s number one media market, the New York DMA, as well as other portions of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. The networks feature a wide range of compelling sports content, including exclusive live local games and other programming of the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils and Buffalo Sabres, as well as significant coverage of the New York Giants and Buffalo Bills. This content, in addition to a diverse array of other sporting events and critically acclaimed original programming, has established MSG Networks as the gold standard in regional sports. MSG Networks is part of the Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR).

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Dan Schoenberg (dan.schoenberg@msg.com)

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