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Axcelis Announces Participation in SEMICON Korea 2025

Learn About the Latest Products and Upgrades that Accelerate Intelligent Solutions in Ion Implant

BEVERLY, Mass., Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Axcelis Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACLS), a leading supplier of enabling ion implantation solutions for the semiconductor industry, announced today that it will showcase its innovative Purion™ platform of ion implanters at SEMICON Korea 2025. The event is being held February 19th through February 21st, at the COEX Center in Seoul, Korea. SEMICON Korea will highlight key trends shaping the future, including AI, advanced packaging, and sustainable semiconductor manufacturing technologies.

Axcelis will be located at Booth #D622. Semiconductor manufacturers are invited to visit the Axcelis exhibit to learn first-hand about the latest products and upgrades that accelerate intelligent solutions in ion implant and deliver significant technology and manufacturing advantages. This includes:

  • The Purion™ Platform – Axcelis’ flagship implant platform, offering the most advanced ion implantation technology available today. Our family of application specific systems addresses high current, medium current, medium energy and high energy implant requirements for all existing and emerging applications.
  • The Purion Power Series™ – The industry leading implant portfolio for power devices, featuring innovative solutions to excel at these applications due to its innovative platform that offers the flexibility to handle multiple wafer sizes (150mm, 200mm and 300mm), various substrate types (including SiC, Si, GaN and GaAs wafers) and at various implant temperatures (room temperature, warm and hot).
  • Innovative New Upgrade Offerings – Our Customer Solutions and Innovation organization has an expanding array of enhancements that deliver a variety of performance and efficiency benefits. Numerous new upgrades will be on display including innovative source technology, productivity packages to increase throughput and productivity, and product Life Cycle packages to optimize performance at every stage of equipment lifecycle.

President and CEO of Axcelis Technologies, Russell Low, said, “We’re excited to participate in SEMICON Korea, one of the leading semiconductor technology forums in the world. Korea is a very important market for Axcelis, and we are committed to providing the most advanced ion implant technology and support solutions to our customers. We are pleased to expand our operations in Korea with our recently opened Asia HUB Warehouse, which along with our Axcelis Asia Operations Center provides our customers with state-of-the-art manufacturing, engineering, services and logistics capabilities in the Asia Pacific region.”

About Axcelis:
Axcelis (Nasdaq: ACLS), headquartered in Beverly, Mass., has been providing innovative, high-productivity solutions for the semiconductor industry for over 45 years. Axcelis is dedicated to developing enabling process applications through the design, manufacture and complete life cycle support of ion implantation systems, one of the most critical and enabling steps in the IC manufacturing process. Learn more about Axcelis at www.axcelis.com.

CONTACTS:
Press/Media Relations Contact:
Maureen Hart
Senior Director, Corporate & Marketing Communications
Telephone: (978) 787-4266
Email: Maureen.Hart@axcelis.com

Axcelis Investor Relations Contact:
David Ryzhik
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Strategy
Telephone: (978) 787-2352
Email: David.Ryzhik@axcelis.com

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Ricoh recognised by Gartner® in its first 2024 Magic Quadrant™ for Document Management

TOKYO, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ricoh has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in its 2024 Magic Quadrant™ for Document Management, report. This is the first time Gartner has published this Magic Quadrant™.

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, effective document management and process automation have become core components for competitive differentiation. Globally, businesses are facing unprecedented challenges: managing increasing volumes of digital and physical documents, ensuring regulatory compliance including protecting sensitive information, all whilst maintaining operational efficiency.

Gartner defines the Document Management market as the capabilities required of a provider to deliver the tools and practices used to capture, store, process and access documents and content in support of personal, team and enterprise needs. Ricoh is one of 15 companies positioned within this Magic Quadrant.

The Ricoh Process Automation suite of own IP configurable solutions enables the company to support customers around the world in making their people’s time more productive and accelerating revenue realization. This is achieved through automating document-heavy processes, expediting repetitive tasks, streamlining business complexity, and enabling a digital workplace experience.

Takahiro Irisa, Senior Corporate Officer and President of Ricoh Digital Services Business Unit, Ricoh Company, Ltd., says: “In a global market where businesses are seeking to create their customers’ experience, optimizing operational efficiency, effective document management and process automation solutions are more critical than ever. We believe this recognition from Gartner underscores the effectiveness of our offerings in solving the diverse business challenges facing our customers.

We are committed to creating people-first workspaces that enhance business performance and inspire individual potential. That’s why we will continue to invest in our digital services and technologies to adapt our solutions to evolving customer needs.”

Click here to access your complimentary copy of the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Document Management

Gartner Magic Quadrant reports are a culmination of rigorous, fact-based research in specific markets. Providers are positioned into four quadrants: Leaders, Challengers, Visionaries and Niche Players. The research enables you to get the most from market analysis in alignment with your unique business and technology needs.

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Gartner is a registered trademark and service mark and Magic Quadrant is a registered trademark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and are used herein with permission. All rights reserved.

About Ricoh

Ricoh is a leading provider of integrated digital services and print and imaging solutions designed to support the digital transformation of workplaces, workspaces and optimise business performance.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh’s global operation reaches customers in approximately 200 countries and regions, supported by cultivated knowledge, technologies, and organisational capabilities nurtured over its 85-year history. In the financial year ended March 2024, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,348 billion yen (approx. 15.5 billion USD).

It is Ricoh’s mission and vision to empower individuals to find ‘Fulfillment through Work’ by understanding and transforming how people work so we can unleash their potential and creativity to realise a sustainable future.

For further information, please visit www.ricoh.com

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SANS PRĖCĖDENT – TWO LEGENDS EXPLORE ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST RESPECTED VARIETALS

ADELAIDE, Australia, Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Introducing Grange La Chapelle 2021, the result of curiosity and exploration that united cultures across two hemispheres. A blend that truly intertwines the rich heritage of French wine tradition and the innovative spirit of Australian craft.

Caroline Frey and Peter Gago
Caroline Frey and Peter Gago

A long-standing friendship between Caroline Frey, Chief Winemaker and vigneron, La Chapelle and Peter Gago, Chief Winemaker Penfolds Grange enabled this unexpected union to showcase what this varietal can achieve aromatically and structurally – coalescing different geographies, different soils and different winemaking cultures. Caroline and Peter both acknowledge that after many conversations, the time was right to work together.

This partnership created a pure varietal expression of equal parts in harmony. 50% La Chapelle France, from the steep, sun drenched slopes of the Hill of Hermitage and 50% Grange made from a collection of select South Australian vineyards: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley – including many old 19th-Century vines from a State that has never been scourged by phylloxera. It combines the attributes of French Syrah and Australian Shiraz, expressions that share a common ancestry yet have evolved into distinctive styles from their respective terroirs. A new wine different and yet respectful of parentage and original DNA – bravely using the flagship wine of both … not without risk.

Grange La Chapelle has its own identity. It is bold, yet elegant, structured yet expressive, offering a unique experience showcasing two legends. Caroline Frey said, “As the project progressed, I saw the elegance in Grange and the strength in La Chapelle.”

This blend offers a true taste of the shared history of Syrah and Shiraz and future possibilities. While this is the first inaugural vintage release (2021), this wine is intended for future release, mother nature permitting – annually.

Peter Gago said, “When things are real, all quickly becomes self-evident … This friendship created an idea, this idea became a trial, the trial became a wine. Who would have thought …” Peter goes on to reference earlier links, including a major La Chapelle and Grange tasting organised by The Institute of Masters of Wine many years back. More recently in 1987, a Hermitage Luncheon at Rakel Restaurant in New York (with a young chef, Thomas Keller!) co-hosted by Gerard Jaboulet and Max Schubert. Pouring the 1971 Penfolds Grange and 1978 Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle – certainly a celebration of Syrah and Shiraz. Fast-forward 38 years to 2025 and this connection has now come full-circle.

Eighteen customers from around the world were personally invited by both teams sensitively to hand sell Grange La Chapelle 2021 to their private customers. The wine is rare, and the make size small. A small allocation will be sold by Penfolds direct to consumer channel in Australia, and the USA.

Grange La Chapelle 2021 was celebrated at the inaugural global launch in Paris on February 9, 2025, at an intimate invite only Black-Tie evening hosted by Caroline Frey and Peter Gago, at Monnaie de Paris.

750ml RRP Australia AUD: $3,500 | 750ml RRP France €2,600. Visit grangexlachapelle.com for further information.

NOTES TO EDITOR:

About Grange La Chapelle:

Bold and unique. Uniting winemaking cultures, spanning hemispheres and time. Fate. A longstanding friendship between two winemakers created an idea. The idea became a trial. The trial became a wine. And then there were three – 2021 (bottled), 2022 (bottled) and 2023 (in barrel). Who would have thought? Syrah from the legendary Hill of Hermitage, La Chapelle, coupled with Shiraz from esteemed South Australian vineyards, Grange. The blend’s raison d’être: One variety – reunited, reinterpreted, reassembled.  La Chapelle named after the chapel on the top of the mound of granite on the left bank of Rhône, is a revered wine in Tain l’Hermitage, France.  This Syrah from the revered Hermitage appellation is both powerful & mythical, made to last. Today La Chapelle vintages 1978, 1990, 1991 & 2015 vintages are much sought after globally, and the 1961 remains a 20th-Century wine legend.

Grange is named after the cottage at Magill Estate Winery South Australia (originally established by early settlers Dr Penfold and his wife Mary in 1844). Created in 1951, Grange has enjoyed a consecutive annual release for more than 70 years, and is also highly respected and endorsed by wine cognoscenti around the world. Prized vintages to relish today include 1952, 1962, 2008, 2010 & 2018

Grange La Chapelle 2021
Grange La Chapelle 2021

Caroline Frey and Peter Gago
Caroline Frey and Peter Gago

Caroline Frey and Peter Gago
Caroline Frey and Peter Gago

Grange La Chapelle 2021
Grange La Chapelle 2021

Billion Electric Group Delivers 100% Green Energy to Pacific Islands with Smart Solar-Storage Microgrids

KOROR, Palau, Feb. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Billion Electric Group (TWSE: 3027), in collaboration with Taiwanese partners, has successfully deployed 495 kWp of solar PV and 1,997 kWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Palau, Tuvalu, and the Marshall Islands. These modular microgrids reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels, ensuring stable green energy supply for agriculture, aquaculture, and local communities. The project is expected to cut carbon emissions by 800 metric tons annually, with over 50% renewable energy self-sufficiency at aquaculture centers and demonstration farms. Meanwhile, livestock farms, offices, and dormitories now operate on 100% green energy, significantly lowering both energy costs and environmental impact.

Billion Electric Group’s Smart Solar-Storage Microgrid Powers Pacific Islands, Boosting Green Energy Independence and Sustainability.
Billion Electric Group’s Smart Solar-Storage Microgrid Powers Pacific Islands, Boosting Green Energy Independence and Sustainability.

Advanced Smart Energy Solutions with Full-Scale Integration

Billion Electric Group provides end-to-end energy solutions, from R&D and manufacturing to system integration and deployment. The project features MIT (Made In Taiwan) renewable energy technologies, including Billion’s Fusio series BESS, Giga series PV inverters, and an AI-driven EMS (Energy Management System). The system enables real-time power optimization, bidirectional energy transmission, and cloud-based monitoring platform, significantly enhancing grid stability and energy efficiency. It prioritizes solar power utilization and incorporates black start capability, allowing diesel generators to restart autonomously in the event of power grid failures.

Global Expansion to Drive Energy Transition

Billion Electric Group has established operations in Japan and Australia and plans to deploy 50 MW of energy storage systems while expanding into Southeast Asia and the Middle East. “We develop flexible and scalable microgrid solutions for diverse applications, enabling the energy transition in off-grid and remote regions. By fostering local service teams and forming global partnerships, we ensure system reliability, accelerate green energy adoption, and enhance grid resilience.” said Tim Chen, President & CEO of Billion Electric Group.

For expert assistance and customized energy solutions, contact us at sales@billionwatts.com.tw or visit www.billion.com.

Mishal (WEF country partner) launches Pakistan Reforms Report 2025

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan , Feb. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mishal Pakistan, the Country Partner Institute of the World Economic Forum’s New Economic and Societies Platform, has officially launched the first-ever Pakistan Reforms Report 2025. This groundbreaking report is a first-of-its-kind initiative documenting over 120 key reforms undertaken by the Shahbaz Sharif Government since assuming office in March 2024. Covering a comprehensive assessment period from January 2024 to the end of January 2025, the report provides an unprecedented, data-driven analysis of the government’s policy and governance transformations.

For the first time in Pakistan, a comprehensive effort has been made to systematically document the government’s reform agenda. Over the past 11 months, more than 120+ reforms have been implemented across multiple sectors, shaping the country’s governance, economic policies, legal frameworks, and institutional efficiencies. This initiative is crucial in providing an accurate and transparent account of policy transformations, allowing stakeholders – including policymakers, businesses, and international institutions – to engage with and evaluate Pakistan’s evolving governance landscape.

By bridging the information gap, the Pakistan Reforms Report 2025 ensures that reforms are acknowledged, analysed, and serve as a foundation for future governance advancements.

Unlike most international reports that capture data only from January to May every year, the Pakistan Reforms Report 2025 offers a full-year assessment, presenting a more accurate and holistic picture of governance, accountability, and inclusivity reforms.

Speaking at the launch of the Pakistan Reforms Report 2025, Amir Jahangir, Chief Executive Officer of Mishal Pakistan, the Country Partner Institute of the World Economic Forum, highlighted the significance of the report and said, “The Pakistan Reforms Report 2025 is an unprecedented initiative aimed at bridging the knowledge gap in governance reforms. While international assessments often focus on fragmented data, this report presents a full-spectrum analysis of how Pakistan has transformed under the Shahbaz Sharif administration.” He further said, “By documenting reforms in a structured and accessible manner, we empower policymakers, businesses, and global institutions with the knowledge needed to engage with Pakistan’s evolving governance landscape.”

The Pakistan Reforms Report 2025 is an essential resource for policymakers, investors, academics, and development organizations seeking to understand Pakistan’s evolving governance framework. Through extensive research, data collection, and stakeholder engagement, the report provides a structured, transparent, and comprehensive overview of the government’s performance in key areas.

Mishal Pakistan is an award-winning business intelligence, public policy, and strategic communications institution. As the Country Partner Institute of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Mishal Pakistan contributes to several global competitiveness indices, including the Global Competitiveness Report, Global Growth Index, Global Gender Gap Index, Global Travel and Tourism Development Report, and the Network Readiness Index. The organization has been at the forefront of media development, governance innovation, and digital transformation in Pakistan.

The complete Pakistan Reforms Report 2025 (PRR25) is available for public access and download at mishal.com.pk/reforms2025

Media Contact: Amir Jahangir 
Contact No.: +92-308-855.5161
Email: media@mishal.com.pk
Website: www.mishal.com.pk
Twitter: @mishalpakistan

The Iconic dancemoon MoonRoller Returns with the Launch of the Layer Brush Mini

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — dancemoon, the trailblazer in home cleaning innovation, recently announced the return of the flagship product – dancemoon MoonRoller with the new launch of the Layer Brush Mini, which will be available globally for purchase on the brand’s official website and Amazon on Feb 08, priced at $24.99 for dancemoon MoonRoller, and $9.99 for dancemoon Layer Brush Mini.

dancemoon MoonRoller and Layer Brush Mini
dancemoon MoonRoller and Layer Brush Mini

dancemoon MoonRoller has been well-praised since its initial launch and received a high demand from the pet cleaning market. In its initial launch, dancemoon shared a press release with a product video showcasing its features and use.

Now making its return, the dancemoon MoonRoller continues to deliver exceptional efficiency and convenience, and has been upgraded in detail to meet user needs. These include a more powerful microfiber bristle on premium vector cloth for extended durability and the use of environmentally friendly materials, offering pet families a cleaner and more sustainable experience.

Highlights

  • Handle Comes in the Roller Body: Portable and space-saving for daily cleaning. A unique cleaning scraper enables users to clean their waste without getting their hands dirty
  • Easy Back-and-Forth Rolling: Simply roll back and forth, the pet hair removal tool easily collects stubborn and invisible pet hair embedded in furniture fabrics
  • Versatile Use on Multiple Fabrics: Ideal for couches, carpets, car interiors, and more. Avoid using on knitted fabrics, silk, wool, cashmere, or crochet to protect your delicate fabrics
  • Hassle-Free and Reusable: Washable, reusable, and free from sticky paper or batteries, dancemoon MoonRoller helps you save money and reduce waste. Say goodbye to refills and cords
  • Pro Tips for Optimal Results: Roll multiple times on flat, firm fabrics for optimal results. It may be less effective on uneven, highly elastic, or long pile surfaces

The Layer Brush Mini, a new addition to the dancemoon Home Cleaning Series, specializes in cleaning smaller, hard-to-reach areas such as the corners and gaps of car interiors, sofas, and other furniture that can easily store pet hair and dust. As an extended product from dancemoon Layer Brush, the Layer Brush Mini also continues the unique and minimalist design of Layer Brush. Crafted with high-strength TPU and TPE materials, it offers enhanced durability and a fabric-friendly cleaning experience. The dual-layer brush teeth with dense and sparse texture allow users to remove fluffy piles using the large teeth while collecting fine hair and dust using the small teeth.

dancemoon Home Pet Hair Removal Series delivers a comprehensive cleaning solution for pet families, covering every scenario from couches and carpets to clothing and car interiors. With its innovative features and minimalist design, dancemoon sets itself apart from conventional cleaning tools, breaking the stereotype that cleaning tools are bulky and outdated. Instead, dancemoon products can integrate into modern home decoration and effectively resolve pet fur challenges with ease and style. dancemoon products are compact, sleek, and ergonomically crafted, appealing to the user group that pursues the combination of product function and aesthetic life.

To place an order, please visit dancemoon’s Amazon store and Shopify.

Or follow dancemoon on social media to stay updated with the latest campaigns for the new product:     

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dancemoon.official 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dancemoon.global/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dancemoonofficial 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dancemoonofficial 

About dancemoon

Driven by a passion for innovative design, dancemoon infuses the beauty and emotion of the moon into each product. Beyond offering household tools, dancemoon combines innovation with minimalist design to create products that make household tasks simple and no longer a burden but an enjoyable part of life. With a vision to become the leading brand of minimalist lifestyle, dancemoon is committed to blending minimalism with household tools, bringing bliss into your daily life.

CONTACT: info@dancemoon.com

The 9th Asian Winter Games takes place

HARBIN, China, Feb. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from iQingdao:

Video from IQingDao

The opening ceremony of the 9th Asian Winter Games takes place in Harbin, Northeast China’s Heilongjiang province, on Feb 7.

Running from February 7 to 14, the Harbin Games, with the slogan “Dream of Winter, Love among Asia” represents another major international winter sports event hosted by China following the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022. It also marks the country’s third time hosting the Asian Winter Games, following Harbin 1996 and Changchun 2007.

Global communication ambassador explores intl. commercial services in Shenzhen

SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from Shenzhen Daily:

Tafadzwa Mackenzie Kadere from the U.K. introduces an International-Friendly Merchant at Qianhai Uniway.
Tafadzwa Mackenzie Kadere from the U.K. introduces an International-Friendly Merchant at Qianhai Uniway.

Tafadzwa Mackenzie Kadere (Taf), a Shenzhen Global Communication Ambassador from the U.K., recently visited the Qianhai Uniway shopping mall in the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone of Shenzhen, located in Guangdong Province, South China. He explored the international shopping services provided by the merchants in the mall.

Not long before Taf’s visit, Qianhai unveiled its first batch of “International-Friendly Shopping Areas” and “International-Friendly Merchants,” aimed at providing a more welcoming shopping experience for international residents. Both Qianhai Uniway and Breeze Valley at the Qianhai MixC shopping mall were recognized as the first “International-Friendly Shopping Areas,” each featuring over 15 stores certified as “International-Friendly Merchants.”

To qualify as an “International-Friendly Merchant,” a store must offer international payment options and provide bilingual menus and service lists. Additionally, staff members are required to have basic English communication skills, and some merchants can provide fluent English services. Employees who meet these standards wear smiley face badges on their shirts.

At the entrance of a Western-style restaurant, Taf discovered a sign indicating the establishment’s status as an International-Friendly Merchant. With the assistance of staff wearing smiley face badges, he smoothly completed the ordering and payment processes and enjoyed a delightful afternoon tea.

At a bar offering a variety of wines and snacks, the bilingual menu clearly listed the names and ingredients of the dishes, allowing Taf to feel comfortable and informed about what he was eating. The availability of English services also made him feel at home.

Additionally, at the reception desk of Qianhai Uniway, Taf found English instructions on how to link a bank card with WeChat and Alipay for convenient electronic payments, which is particularly useful for overseas visitors unfamiliar with local electronic payment methods.

With initiatives like the launch of International-Friendly Shopping Areas and International-Friendly Merchants, Qianhai’s international livability and business environment are steadily improving. This year, Qianhai plans to make further efforts to cultivate a more international atmosphere and transform this vibrant area into a hub for cultural integration in Shenzhen.

The “Shenzhen Global Communication Ambassador Program,” initiated by EyeShenzhen in June 2023, invites influential international individuals to share stories about Shenzhen’s urban development and foster an international communication community through various media platforms.