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UPM Raflatac will close its Kaltenkirchen factory in Germany to improve competitiveness

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HELSINKI, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — UPM Raflatac has decided to permanently close its Kaltenkirchen factory in Germany to improve efficiency and productivity. The closure will be implemented in stages during 2025 with a strong focus on customers, quality and ensuring competitiveness. The number of positions affected is 154.

The label material production of the factory will be transferred to UPM Raflatac’s factories in Poland and Finland. The production of graphics solutions will be transferred to UPM Raflatac’s factory in Belgium during 2025. The production of graphics solutions will continue in Kaltenkirchen until the transfer of the upgraded CM 3 coating line is completed.

“The aim of these changes is to accelerate our growth in the Films and Graphics business by improving the overall profitability of our operations and maximizing synergies. By centralizing the production to more cost competitive factories, we will also improve the cost efficiency and quality of our products and will be able provide better service to our customers,” says Tim Kirchen, Executive Vice President, UPM Raflatac.

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UPM Raflatac offers high-quality self-adhesive paper and film products including label materials, graphics solutions and removable self-adhesive products. We operate 13 factories and deliver our innovative and sustainable products through our global network of distribution terminals. We are one of UPM’s growth businesses and employ around 3,100 people. Our sales reached almost EUR 1.5 billion (USD 1.6 billion) in 2023. Find out how we are labeling a smarter future beyond fossils at www.upmraflatac.com.

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We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Fibres, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility, we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 16,600 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 10.5 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore – Beyond fossils. www.upm.com

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24 Exchange Receives SEC Approval of its New National Securities Exchange, “24X National Exchange”

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24X National Exchange Plans to be the First Exchange to Offer U.S. Equities Trading 23 Hours-Per-Day on Weekdays

STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 27, 2024 /CNW/ — 24 Exchange announced today that it has received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to operate 24X National Exchange as the first national securities exchange in the U.S. that allows trading of U.S. securities 23 hours each workday. The extended hour trading is subject to Equity Data Plans making changes that would facilitate overnight trading hours and 24X National Exchange making an additional rule filing with the SEC confirming the changes and the Exchange’s ability to comply with the Securities Exchange Act.

24X National Exchange will be subject to the SEC’s ongoing regulatory oversight and full range of investor protections. The new Exchange will enable retail and institutional customers anywhere in the world to trade in U.S. equities via broker-dealers who are approved members of 24X National Exchange. 

24X National Exchange will be launched in two stages. A first stage will open in the second half of 2025, with the Exchange operating from 4:00AM ET to 7:00PM ET on weekdays. The second stage, which will launch once the conditions noted above are met, will offer trading in U.S. equities from 8:00PM ET on Sunday through 7:00PM ET on Friday. A one-hour operational pause will occur during each trading day to accommodate routine software upgrades and functionality testing.

24 Exchange CEO and Founder Dmitri Galinov said: “The SEC’s approval of our new exchange is a thrilling development that the 24X Team has been working toward for many years. Traders are most at-risk when the market is closed in their geographic location. 24X National Exchange will seek to alleviate this problem by facilitating around-the-clock U.S. equities trading for broker-dealers and their institutional and retail customers.”

As the first national securities exchange approved by the SEC to operate 23 hours each weekday, subject to the conditions noted above, 24X National Exchange will initially focus on capturing the expanding demand in the APAC region for overnight liquidity in U.S. equities.

The 24X National Exchange will run on a proven, state-of-the-art technology platform provided by MEMX Technologies. The new Exchange’s executive team will place a high priority on enhancing client experience through continuous technology innovations and improvements.

“With this historic SEC approval in place, we will build and operate a customer-driven Exchange that can rapidly align with market demands and adapt quickly to client feedback,” Galinov added. “We look forward to bringing a superior trading experience to global customers. 24X National Exchange will deliver the cost efficiency, speed, resilience, and adaptability that the company’s financial institutional customers have long come to expect.”

24X National Exchange will close on U.S. market holidays, similar to the schedules maintained by the NYSE and Nasdaq.

24 Exchange through 24X Bermuda Limited, an affiliate of 24X National Exchange, will continue to offer FX NDFs, Swaps and Spot trading to institutional clients. Since its launch in 2019, 24 Exchange’s multi-asset offering through a single trading interface has enabled clients to access increased liquidity at lower cost.

About 24 Exchange

24 Exchange allows market participants to seamlessly exchange their exposures at the lowest possible cost. 24 Exchange’s mission is to enable members to initiate the most cost-effective trades across a growing range of asset classes, 24 hours a day. 24 Exchange lowers the cost of exchanging assets in the global markets while delivering creative and unique workflows catered to each asset class. More information is available at https://24exchange.com/.

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HELLO THERE COLLECTIVE LAUNCHES “THE COLLECTIVE”

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The Agency Unveils Their Innovative Platform for Curated Influencer Marketing, Elevating Client Engagement and Setting New Industry Standards

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hello There Collective (HTC), a leading Los Angeles-based influencer and content agency, proudly announces the launch of The Collective—a cutting-edge platform designed to revolutionize influencer collaborations and enhance brand engagement in the beauty, lifestyle, and fashion industries. The platform made its debut at an exclusive Los Angeles launch party on November 21, 2024, gathering top clients, influencers, and industry leaders to celebrate this game-changing milestone.

The Collective redefines influencer marketing by offering a seamless, end-to-end solution for managing campaigns. From sourcing high-impact talent to delivering real-time performance analytics, the platform provides brands with an elevated, curated experience that blends creativity with measurable results.

Designed by the expert team at Hello There Collective, The Collective features:

Premium Talent Curation: Every influencer is personally sourced and vetted to meet strict standards of engagement, reliability, and creative influence.Streamlined Brand Tools: A user-friendly interface simplifies campaign management, empowering brands to achieve goals efficiently and effectively.Incentive-Based Strategies: The platform incentivizes influencers with cash rewards tied to audience engagement, fostering organic growth and deeper partnerships.Data-Driven Insights: An analytics suite exclusive consumer trend insights for 2025, informed by influencer focus group data.

“We’re thrilled to officially launch The Collective,” said Jesse Rubinstein, Founder of Hello There Collective. “This platform is built by industry professionals who understand the nuances of influencer marketing, bringing brands a solution that values quality, authenticity, and measurable success. The Collective is designed not only to connect brands with high-impact influencers but to empower clients with all the tools they need to achieve their goals in a straightforward, efficient way.”

With The Collective, brands gain access to a highly vetted roster of influencers proven to drive impact. This ensures clients engage with talent that aligns perfectly with their creative vision and objectives, setting a new benchmark for quality and results in the industry.

In 2025, The Collective will launch the new phase of the platform, featuring an innovative model booking tool. Designed to benefit both brands and talent, this feature will include a 10% service fee, ensuring fair representation for models and simplifying their integration into brand campaigns. This enhancement reinforces The Collective’s commitment to authenticity and mutual success.

The Collective doesn’t just connect brands with talent—it builds long-term value. The platform incentivizes influencers with cash rewards tied to audience engagement, fostering organic growth and deeper partnerships. By integrating exclusive insights into consumer behavior and purchasing trends, The Collective empowers brands to stay ahead in a fast-evolving marketplace.

For more information, visit www.hellotherecollective.com.

ABOUT HELLO THERE  COLLECTIVE

Hello There Collective (HTC) is a premier Los Angeles-based influencer and content marketing agency specializing in high-impact brand partnerships across beauty, lifestyle, and fashion. Known for its meticulous talent curation and expertise in influencer marketing, HTC continues to set the standard for innovative, results-driven collaborations.

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Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) Market to grow by USD 3.59 Billion from 2024-2028, driven by improved driving quality and AI-powered market evolution – Technavio

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NEW YORK, Nov. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is driving market transformation – The global electronic logging devices (ELDS) market size is estimated to grow by USD 3.59 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 5.05% during the forecast period. Use of elds enhances quality of driving is driving market growth, with a trend towards use of analytics with ELDs. However, shortage of drivers due to use of elds poses a challenge. Key market players include AT and T Inc., Danlaw Technologies India Ltd., Donlen Corp., EROAD Inc., Garmin Ltd., Geotab Inc., HOS247 LLC, InTouchGPS, Intrepid Control Systems Inc., Masternaut Ltd., Merchants Fleet, Omnitracs LLC, ORBCOMM Inc., Pedigree Technologies LLC, Racelogic, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Teletrac Navman US Ltd., TomTom NV, Trimble Inc., and Verizon Communications Inc..

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Electronic Logging Devices (Elds) 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 5.05%

Market growth 2024-2028

USD 3591.9 million

Market structure

Fragmented

YoY growth 2022-2023 (%)

4.72

Regional analysis

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

Performing market contribution

Europe at 53%

Key countries

US, Germany, UK, Canada, and Japan

Key companies profiled

AT and T Inc., Danlaw Technologies India Ltd., Donlen Corp., EROAD Inc., Garmin Ltd., Geotab Inc., HOS247 LLC, InTouchGPS, Intrepid Control Systems Inc., Masternaut Ltd., Merchants Fleet, Omnitracs LLC, ORBCOMM Inc., Pedigree Technologies LLC, Racelogic, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Teletrac Navman US Ltd., TomTom NV, Trimble Inc., and Verizon Communications Inc.

Market Driver

The Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) market is experiencing significant growth due to the ELD mandate, which requires fleet-owning organizations to install and use ELDs in their commercial vehicles. These devices help improve operational efficiency by providing real-time data on vehicle location, fuel consumption, and driver behavior. Developed regions lead the market, with integrated systems becoming increasingly popular. Installation cost is a concern, but the benefits of ELDs, including tax reports, vehicle condition monitoring, and CO2 emission tracking, outweigh the expense. Telematics units, GSM modules, and electronic logs are essential components. Fleet management platforms like Omnitracs One offer hardware flexibility and service quality, while aftermarket services and technology partners ensure seamless integration. ELDs facilitate strategic decision-making through statistical tools and online access to delivery time, route distance, and electronic logbooks. Trucks equipped with tablets and apps like Trucker Path and Geotab ELD offer additional benefits, such as fuel tracking, temperature monitoring, breakdown assistance, and vehicle theft tracking. Despite challenges like poor connectivity and hacking concerns, the market continues to grow, with OEMs and commercial vehicle operators embracing ELDs for improved safety and regulatory compliance. 

ELDs, or Electronic Logging Devices, offer enterprises valuable insights into their fleet operations through data analysis. Analytical tools and techniques, such as forecast analytics, charts, percentage change analytics, and numerical analytics, can be employed with ELDs to uncover meaningful patterns. Vendors like Omnitracs provide integrated ELD solutions that collect continuous data from drivers and vehicles. Customizable dashboards and templates enable enterprises to monitor productivity and location-specific information, allowing for informed decision-making. 

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Market Challenges

The Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) market is experiencing significant growth due to the ELD mandate, which requires fleet-owning organizations to install and use ELDs in their commercial vehicles. These devices help improve operational efficiency by automatically recording driving hours, vehicle location, and other important data. However, challenges exist, such as installation cost, poor connectivity in remote areas, and potential hacking risks. Developed regions are leading the market, with integrated systems, telematics units, and GSM modules becoming essential components. Fleet management platforms, like Omnitracs One and Geotab ELD, offer fleet management solutions, including fuel tracking, temperature monitoring, vehicle inspection, and breakdown assistance. Fleet management platforms also provide strategic decision-making tools, such as online delivery time and route distance analysis, using electronic logbooks and statistical tools. Commercial vehicle operators can benefit from these solutions to optimize fuel efficiency, reduce CO2 emissions, and ensure vehicle condition and driver weariness compliance. Additionally, OEMs and technology partners offer aftermarket services and hardware flexibility to cater to various fleet needs. The use of ELDs also facilitates tax reporting and road transportation, including last-mile deliveries and truck operations. However, challenges such as poor connectivity, driver weariness, and hacking risks persist, requiring continuous improvement in technology and safety measures.The trucking industry is facing a significant challenge due to a shortage of drivers. In 2017, there was a shortfall of over 50,000 truck drivers in the US, and this number is projected to reach 175,000 by 2026. The main reasons for this shortage include low wages, long working hours, and the implementation of Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). The issue is particularly acute in urban and semi-urban markets, where truck drivers earn an average of USD21 per hour according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The trucking industry needs to address this issue to ensure the timely delivery of goods and maintain efficiency in the supply chain.

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Segment Overview 

This electronic logging devices (elds) market report extensively covers market segmentation by

Vehicle Type1.1 Light commercial vehicle1.2 Truck1.3 BusComponent 2.1 Telematics unit2.2 Engine module2.3 External displayGeography 3.1 Europe3.2 North America3.3 APAC3.4 Middle East and Africa3.5 South America

1.1 Light commercial vehicle- The Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) market is primarily driven by the use of ELDs in light commercial vehicles. These devices automatically record driving time and hours of service (HOS) for commercial drivers, as well as track engine data, motion, and mileage. Compliance with industry regulations is a key benefit, allowing for real-time monitoring of drivers’ statuses for fleet managers and dispatchers. The use of ELDs is mandatory for commercial vehicles produced in model years 2000 or later, as per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the MAP-21 Act. The increasing sales and use of light commercial vehicles will fuel the growth of the ELDs market during the forecast period. ELDs ensure adherence to necessary inspections, help with schedule planning, and prevent fines and penalties for non-compliance with federal regulations.

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Research Analysis

The Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) market has experienced significant growth due to the ELD mandate implemented by regulatory bodies worldwide. These devices, used for recording hours of service (HOS) of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), have become essential for fleet management in developed regions. Integrated systems offer operational efficiency for fleet-owning organizations by providing real-time data on fuel efficiency, CO2 emission, fuel tracking, temperature monitoring, breakdown assistance, and vehicle theft tracking. Installation cost, delivery time, and online access to internal databases are key considerations for fleet managers. Statistical tools and fleet management platforms enable strategic decision-making through the analysis of data on route distance, driver’s vehicle, and delivery time. OEMs and aftermarket service providers offer validation, triangulation, and authenticated secondary sources for enhanced service quality. Technology partners play a crucial role in the development and implementation of ELD systems.

Market Research Overview

The Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) market refers to the growing demand for technology solutions that help fleet-owning organizations comply with the ELD mandate and enhance operational efficiency. Developed regions are leading the adoption of ELD systems due to the advanced fleet management practices and the need for integrated systems that offer real-time vehicle data. ELDs consist of various components, including telematics units, GSM modules, and electronic logs, which help fleet managers monitor vehicle condition, fuel efficiency, CO2 emission, vehicle inspection, fuel tracking, temperature monitoring, breakdown assistance, and vehicle theft tracking. These systems also provide online access to tax reports, driver’s vehicle information, and real-time data on delivery time, route distance, and electronic logbooks. OEMs and aftermarket service providers offer various hardware and software solutions, while fleet management platforms like Omnitracs One, Geotab ELD, and Trucker Path provide hardware flexibility, service quality, and strategic decision-making tools. However, challenges such as installation cost, poor connectivity, hackers, and driver weariness persist, and fleet managers must navigate these issues to fully leverage the benefits of ELDs. The market for ELDs is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for technology solutions in road transportation and last-mile deliveries.

Table of Contents:

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

Vehicle TypeLight Commercial VehicleTruckBusComponentTelematics UnitEngine ModuleExternal DisplayGeographyEuropeNorth AmericaAPACMiddle East And AfricaSouth America

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

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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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