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Kia Charge: the smartest way to charge your Kia now has 800,000 charging points

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Kia Charge offers access across Europe to more than 800,000 charging points, a 10% increase on Q2 2024 and a 39% on Q2 2023Kia Charge enables Kia customers to easily charge their vehicle with a one-stop charging solution41% of customers have registered into Kia Charge in 2024

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Kia Charge is the company’s one-contract service for all charging activities in Europe, covering both public and business customers. Kia´s charging solution now offers access to its more than 100,000 subscribers 800,000 AC and DC charging points in 28 countries in Europe, a 10% increase on Q2 2024 and a 39% increase on Q2 2023.* Customers have already completed more than 2.5 million charging sessions using either their Kia Charge card or activating their charging process through the Kia Charge app.

 

 

“As more electric vehicles take to the road, it’s important to match this uptake with an increasing number of charging points, to help our customers easily charge their vehicles,” said Martin Enthofer, Director Customer Experience Strategy and Solutions at Kia Europe. “Kia continues to set the benchmark for making electric driving more accessible to a wider range of audience, with Kia Charge helping to simplify and enhance every journey.”

Kia Charge offers customers a single service for charging – either at home, at work or on the road -, including route planning, authentication, account management and payment.** Customers can also access the more than 4,200 ultra-fast charging stations of the IONITY network. In its partnership with IONITY, Kia is supporting the expansion to more than 17,000 high-power charging stations along the highways in Europe by 2030.

So far this year, Kia Charge has a take-rate of 42%, with an overall satisfaction rate of around 75%. Supporting Kia Charge is the Kia EV Route Planner, with the vehicle’s navigation system detecting charging stations along the route and adding them as waypoints automatically, to make all charging points easily findable.

Kia Plug & Charge is also available to help take the stress out of charging. Customers can charge their EV by simply plugging in the charging cable – with no charging card or app required for authentication***. For business customers and companies, the Kia Charge Business solution enables a central charging management of the EV fleet.

(*) Kia Charge has been launched in 19 countries in Europe. Customers can charge and register in following countries: Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Germany, Denmark, Spain, Finland, France, Great Britain, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, and Slovakia. In countries where Kia Charge hasn’t yet been launched, customers can still use the charging points (Roam) in Estonia, Greece, Croatia, Island, Italy, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Latvia, and Slovenia.

(**) Subscription fee may vary between countries.

(***) The service is only available with selected charging point operators.

About Kia Europe  

Kia Europe is the European sales and manufacturing division of Kia Corporation – a global mobility brand that is creating innovative, pioneering, and leading sustainable mobility solutions for consumers, communities, and societies around the world. As a Sustainable Mobility Solutions Provider, Kia is spearheading the popularization of electrified and battery electric vehicles and developing a growing range of mobility services, encouraging people around the world to explore the best ways of getting around.

Kia Europe, headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany, employs in total over 5,500 employees from 40 nationalities in 39 markets across Europe and the Caucasus. It also oversees European production at the company’s state-of-the-art facility in Zilina, Slovakia.  

Kia’s innovative products continue to attract great acclaim, notably the EV6 battery electric vehicle becoming the first Korean car to be named European Car of the Year in 2022.  

Further information can be found here: www.press.kia.com

Pablo Gonzalez Huerta, +49 69 850 028 100, Kme-press@kia-europe.com 

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SiriusXM to Report Third Quarter 2024 Operating and Financial Results

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NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — SiriusXM (NASDAQ: SIRI) today announced plans to release its third quarter 2024 operating and financial results on Thursday, October 31. The company will hold an investor call the same day at 8:00 a.m. ET.

A webcast of the presentation will be available on the Investor Relations section of the SiriusXM website at siriusxm.com/investorrelations

To participate by telephone, please dial 877-407-4019 (Tollfree) or +1 201.689.8337 (Local) 10 minutes prior to the start of the call and ask to be connected to the SiriusXM conference call.

About Sirius XM Holdings, Inc.
SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America with a portfolio of audio businesses including its flagship subscription entertainment service SiriusXM; the ad-supported and premium music streaming services of Pandora; an expansive podcast network; and a suite of business and advertising solutions. Reaching a combined monthly audience of approximately 150 million listeners, SiriusXM offers a broad range of content for listeners everywhere they tune in with a diverse mix of live, on-demand, and curated programming across music, talk, news, and sports. For more about SiriusXM, please go to: www.siriusxm.com

Source: SiriusXM 

Investor contacts:
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212-901-6718
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Natalie Candela
212-901-6672
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Adventure Club by Center for Social Dynamics: Building Friendships Through ABA Therapy

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CONCORD, Calif., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) is proud to share the transformative success of its Adventure Club, a program combining Applied Behavior Analysis (“ABA”) therapy with themed social activities designed to maximize learning for clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Over the past year, Adventure Club blossomed into a community where clients and specialists work together and grow socially. Learn more about CSD’s Adventure Club here.

Adventure Club has blossomed into a community where clients and specialists work together and grow socially.

Key Highlights

Stories of Friendship: Exciting outcomes of Adventure Club include the ongoing success stories from CSD clients, caregivers, and Adventure Club Guides. “Just a few weeks ago, two clients hit it off during their sessions. They asked their moms if they could stay in touch and traded numbers!” said Alexander Beatty, Adventure Club Guide.Social Skills Development: Clients work on their goals and practice with their peers through themed activities like “Buccaneer’s Bounty Bingo” and “Dino Dig Sensory Experience,” fostering collaboration and connection.Improved attendance: Clients can make-up missed sessions at a weekend Adventure Club, which has improved make-up rates by 45%, which benefits client outcomes.

The program’s impact is more profound than anticipated, with clients forming meaningful friendships that continue outside the program. “For the child who made a new friend for the first time, or the young adult who emerged as a mentor to their peers, Adventure Club can be a life-changing experience, and we are humbled to play even a small part in their journeys,” said a Mary Whitlock, Vice President of California Region.

By participating in a supportive community like Adventure Club, clients build social skills and tap into the power of collaboration. This sense of community provides a foundation for growth that extends well beyond the program, empowering each individual to thrive.

About Center for Social Dynamics (CSD)

CSD provides autism therapy services across California, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, and Hawaii. Through ABA therapy and programs like Adventure Club, CSD empowers individuals with autism to achieve their fullest potential. For more information, visit CSD’s website.

Contact:
Derek Thomas
Brand Manager
dthomas@csd.me

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Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) Market to Grow by USD 1.08 Billion from 2024-2028, Driven by Focus on Nanotechnology and AI’s Role in Market Transformation – Technavio

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NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is driving market transformation – The Global Scanning Electron Microscope (SEMS) Market size is estimated to grow by USD 1.08 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 8.09% during the forecast period. Increasing focus on nanotechnology is driving market growth, with a trend towards increased demand for LVEMS. However, high cost of scanning electron microscope poses a challenge – Key market players include Advantest Corp., Agilent Technologies Inc., Bruker Corp., Carl Zeiss Stiftung, COXEM Co. Ltd., Danaher Corp., DELONG INSTRUMENTS AS, Hirox Co. Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., HOVERLABS, JEOL Ltd., Keysight Technologies Inc., Nikon Corp., Nion, Olympus Corp., Seiko Holdings Corp., TESCAN GROUP, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Tokyo Instruments Inc., and Topcon Corp..

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Scanning Electron Microscope (SEMS) 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 8.09%

Market growth 2024-2028

USD 1083.8 million

Market structure

Fragmented

YoY growth 2022-2023 (%)

7.32

Regional analysis

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

Performing market contribution

APAC at 42%

Key countries

US, China, Japan, Germany, and South Korea

Key companies profiled

Advantest Corp., Agilent Technologies Inc., Bruker Corp., Carl Zeiss Stiftung, COXEM Co. Ltd., Danaher Corp., DELONG INSTRUMENTS AS, Hirox Co. Ltd., Hitachi Ltd., HOVERLABS, JEOL Ltd., Keysight Technologies Inc., Nikon Corp., Nion, Olympus Corp., Seiko Holdings Corp., TESCAN GROUP, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Tokyo Instruments Inc., and Topcon Corp.

 

Market Driver

Scanning electron microscopes (SEMs) come in two main varieties: high-voltage electron microscopes (HVEMs) and low-voltage electron microscopes (LVEMs). While HVEMs operate at a high voltage of 100 kilovolts, LVEMs function at a reduced voltage of less than 25 kilovolts. This difference makes LVEMs more compact and cost-effective, allowing them to be used as tabletop or desktop microscopes. LVEMs are particularly suitable for specimens with a low atomic number, such as polymers, composite materials, pigments, minerals, cells, and membranes. These microscopes cause minimal damage to specimens due to lower radiation and offer high contrast. In contrast, HVEMs can damage specimens due to high radiation accumulation. LVEMs have gained popularity in life science, material science, pathology, and nanomaterial applications. Delong America is a leading vendor in this segment, offering products like LVEM5 and LVEM25, which function as both TEM and SEM. Although LVEMs are priced lower than conventional electron microscopes, they do not match their magnification capabilities. The increasing demand for LVEMs in various industries is expected to fuel the growth of the global scanning electron microscope market. 

The Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing trends in nanotechnology and electronics. With the miniaturization of transistor chips and the demand for high resolution nanoscale imaging, SEMs play a crucial role in surface morphology analysis and chemical composition identification. The market caters to various industries including electronics, life sciences, and material sciences. Nanotechnology applications in areas like nanofibers, nanotubes, temperature superconductors, and alloy strength are driving the demand for SEMs. However, high excise taxes and custom duties pose challenges for market expansion. SEMs are used for failure analysis, drug development, material characterization, and correlative microscopy techniques like light microscopy and atomic force microscopy. Industries like aerospace, defense, and medical devices also rely on SEMs for quality control and clinical trials. Advancements in detector technology and the introduction of compact, high vacuum, low vacuum, cryo-SEM, environmental SEM, field emission SEM, tabletop SEM, dual-beam SEM, and other models continue to boost market growth. 

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 Market Challenges

The Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) market is currently experiencing a challenge due to the high cost of SEMs, which is limiting demand. SEMs range in price from USD100,000 to USD1,250,000, with non-analytical models costing approximately USD700,000. Most vendors sell SEMs in this price range, while analytical models cost between USD400,000 and USD620,000. The price depends on the model’s specifications and accessories. Organizations face budget constraints, making it difficult to purchase SEMs. Educational institutions and research organizations, which are significant buyers, depend on external funding, leading to uncertain sales. The high cost also impacts overseas sales due to customs taxes, which can reach up to 30% of the product cost. Potential customers often opt for renting SEMs instead, affecting new product sales. The price difference between new and used SEMs can be significant, reaching up to 50% or more. Consequently, the high cost of SEMs is expected to restrict market growth during the forecast period.The Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) market is experiencing significant growth due to its applications in various industries. Nanotechnology is a key driver, with SEMs used to examine nanofibers, nanotubes, and other nanoscale structures in materials science and biology. Chronic diseases and drug development also benefit from SEMs’ high-resolution imaging capabilities. In industries like aerospace, defense, and environmental science, SEMs are used for material characterization and failure analysis. SEMs are also essential in research institutions for studying temperature superconductors, alloy strength, and other advanced materials. With the increasing demand for user-friendly software, compact models, and correlative microscopy techniques, SEMs are becoming more accessible to a wider range of users. New technologies like Cryo-SEM, Low vacuum SEM, and Field emission SEM are expanding the applications of SEMs, while automated features and intelligent technology enhance their efficiency. SEMs are also used in forensics and semiconductor manufacturing for specimen analysis and high-energy beam applications. Overall, the SEM market is poised for continued growth in various industries due to its versatility and importance in material science, nanotechnology, and research and development.

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Segment Overview 

This scanning electron microscope (sems) market report extensively covers market segmentation by

Type 1.1 Tabletop1.2 ConventionalEnd-user 2.1 Semiconductor2.2 Life sciences2.3 Material sciences2.4 NanotechnologyGeography 3.1 APAC3.2 North America3.3 Europe3.4 South America3.5 Middle East and Africa

1.1 Tabletop- The tabletop segment of the global scanning electron microscope (SEM) market refers to compact and portable SEM systems designed for easy installation and use in laboratories and educational institutions. Their smaller size and affordability make tabletop SEMs an accessible and cost-effective option for researchers and educators in small facilities. These systems offer high-resolution imaging capabilities with efficient data acquisition, enabling quick analysis and increased productivity. Tabletop SEMs cater to various applications in materials science, nanotechnology, life sciences, and more, expanding their value to researchers and institutions. With user-friendly interfaces and simplified operations, these systems are suitable for users of all experience levels. Their maintenance requirements are also less complex compared to larger SEM systems, reducing operational downtime and costs. These factors are expected to fuel the growth of the tabletop segment in the global SEM market.

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Research Analysis

The Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) market encompasses nanotechnology applications in various industries, including the semiconductor industry, electronics, and materials science. SEMs utilize electron beams to achieve high-resolution imaging at the nanoscale, revealing surface morphology, chemical analysis, fractography, and other critical details. These microscopes are essential for nanoscale imaging and analysis in sectors such as nanotechnology, nanoscale materials, and medical research. SEMs offer magnification capabilities far beyond light microscopy, enabling the examination of high-energy beam-sensitive specimens and nanoscale structures. They are indispensable tools for semiconductor wafer analysis, materials science, and biology. Correlative microscopy techniques, such as SEM-Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), further expand their capabilities. Detector technology advancements continue to improve resolution power, making SEMs an intelligent technology for high-precision analysis and research.

Market Research Overview

The Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) market encompasses various industries, including nanotechnology, electronics, life sciences, material sciences, and more. SEMs utilize electron beams to achieve high-resolution imaging of nanoscale structures, providing valuable information on surface morphology, chemical analysis, fractography, and more. Applications span from nanofibers and nanotubes in material sciences to temperature superconductors and alloy strength in aerospace and defense. SEMs are essential for miniaturization in electronics, such as transistor chips, and for quality control in manufacturing processes. Sample preparation is a critical aspect of SEM analysis, with various techniques employed to ensure accurate results. High excise taxes and custom duties pose challenges to the market, particularly for research institutions and smaller businesses. Advanced detector technology, user-friendly software, and automated features are driving the development of compact SEMs and other innovative SEM models, including high vacuum, low vacuum, cryo-SEM, environmental SEM, field emission SEM, tabletop SEM, dual-beam SEM, and more. SEMs play a crucial role in failure analysis, drug development, material characterization, and various fields, including biology, correlative microscopy techniques, and forensics. Intelligent technology and automated features are enhancing the capabilities of SEMs, enabling new applications in nanotechnology, medical research, and semiconductor wafers. High-energy beam magnification and specimen analysis are key features that enable SEMs to provide valuable insights into nanoscale materials and structures.

Table of Contents:

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

TypeTabletopConventionalEnd-userSemiconductorLife SciencesMaterial SciencesNanotechnologyGeographyAPACNorth AmericaEuropeSouth AmericaMiddle East And Africa

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

About Technavio

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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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