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Associated Press
3 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
WHITEWATER CELEBRATES 40 YEARS IN ASIA-PACIFIC AT IAAPA EXPO ASIA 2025 IN SHANGHAI
The World's Leading Water Park Manufacture and Designer Celebrates Regional Milestone with Project Openings, Innovation Showcases, and Full-Service Support for APAC Clients. SHANGHAI, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As IAAPA Expo Asia 2025 opens in Shanghai, WhiteWater proudly celebrates its 40th Anniversary in the Asia-Pacific region. With this year's show brings the industry together in our APAC office home city, WhiteWater seizes the moment to unveil bold new attractions, showcase world firsts, and reaffirm WhiteWater's role as both a global leader and a trusted local partner. CELEBRATING 40 YEARS IN APAC: GLOBAL INSIGHTS WITH LOCAL EXPERTISE 2025 marks WhiteWater's 40th year in Asia-Pacific—a milestone that reflects not just the company's legacy, but its evolution alongside a rapidly maturing industry. WhiteWater remains the first and only international supplier with a full-service office in the region. Its local team—on the ground throughout the entire region—ensures clients get the best of both worlds: agile, culturally attuned support with world-class technical know-how in safety, design, and operations. 'For the past 40 years, WhiteWater has been privileged to work alongside visionary developers and operators from across Asia-Pacific. We celebrate our anniversary in the region thanking the hundreds of parks who've trusted our expertise to deliver amazing experiences for every guest,' said Doug Smith, Global Head of Sales at WhiteWater. 'Together, with our clients, we've transformed skylines, built iconic rides which earn rave reviews, and most importantly, created fun memories for millions of families.' Read more about our iconic 40 years in APAC and see what our partners said here. NEW LANDMARKS OPNINGS ACROSS APAC From China to New Zealand, WhiteWater's new openings this year highlight the quality, scale and diversity of the aquatic entertainment WhiteWater consistently delivers. Meanwhile, WhiteWater is continuing to support renewals and expansions for some of the most well-known brands across the region: WORLD'S FIRST ATTRACTIONS THAT REDEFINE GUEST EXPERIENCES At IAAPA Expo Asia 2025, WhiteWater is spotlighting global product breakthroughs that will inspire APAC operators to think bigger. LOOKING AHEAD: A FUTURE BUILT ON PARTNERSHIP AND INNOVATION With more projects on the horizon and evolving guest expectations, WhiteWater's APAC team stands ready to co-create the next icons that stand out and succeed. 'Our future is anchored in partnership,' said Onno Meeter, President of Water Parks at WhiteWater. 'Whether launching a first-time attraction or elevating a world-famous brand, we're here to provide unmatched local excellence and global insight. That's what 40 years in APAC has taught us; and that's what we'll continue to deliver.' WhiteWater's full-service APAC team can be found at booths #1422 and #1322, ready to share insights, explore new opportunities, and celebrate four decades of collaboration and innovation in the region. About WhiteWater WhiteWater was born in 1980 with one clear purpose, to create places where families unite and make joyful lasting memories. We achieve this by standing alongside our customers from concept to completion of award-winning attractions, from slides to water rides and everything in between. We aim to inspire our clients by unleashing our creativity to realize their ambitions; we craft solutions which make each park unique. We are dedicated to making products that operators can count on, because we understand the importance of reliability and efficiency on the bottom line. As market leaders, we put our success down to our attitude, in all our years we've never once forgotten why we're here – to help parks solve problems, create immersive experiences, and delight guests all over the world. We're here to create places where fun can thrive. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE WhiteWater
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
StarCharge Officially Launches Halo V2G Charger in Australia, Pioneering Smart Energy Integration for the EV Era
SYDNEY, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- StarCharge, a global leader in EV charging infrastructure and smart energy solutions, has officially launched its flagship Halo V2G bidirectional DC charger in the Australian market. The announcement was made at an industry launch event in Sydney attended by representatives from utilities, government agencies, EV manufacturers, energy retailers, and project partners. "Our goal is to help lead Australia's transition to a more dynamic and distributed energy system," said Kouki Xiang, CEO of StarCharge APAC. "Halo V2G is more than just a product — it's part of a larger vision to connect vehicles, homes, and the grid into a unified, intelligent ecosystem." The Halo V2G is a result of over two years of intensive development and local testing. After forming a dedicated R&D team in 2023, StarCharge created a next-generation bidirectional DC wallbox that supports both ISO 15118-2 and ISO 15118-20 protocols, with power options of 7.4kW and 11kW. Its compact design, high efficiency (up to 96%), and full OCPP 2.0.1/2.1 compatibility make it ideal for both residential and light commercial use. Since early 2025, the product has undergone extensive technical validation with Australian partners. It has passed remote and on-site integration tests, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of EV models and energy management platforms. The product has already received key DNSP exemptions, allowing for approved deployments across multiple distribution networks. It is currently in the final stage of certification under AS 4777.2, the key standard for inverter-connected energy systems in Australia. StarCharge is investing in the development of a full-scale V2G ecosystem in Australia— DNSPs, energy retailers, installers, fleet operators, and EV OEMs — under a unified framework supported by the Halo charger and StarCharge's cloud-based platform. By allowing energy to flow both ways — charging during low-demand periods and discharging during peak times — V2G can help reduce grid stress, defer infrastructure upgrades, and give energy users more control over their bills. The Halo charger plays a central role in this future, integrating with both home energy systems and utility-grade platforms. With features like load balancing, remote firmware upgrades, and real-time energy data reporting, the Halo V2G is designed to grow with the evolving needs of Australian households, fleets, and energy providers. For partnership enquiries, product demonstrations, or media interviews, please contact: or visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE StarCharge Sign in to access your portfolio
Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Bupa forced to pay back $35million to thousands of Australians: What you need to know
One of Australia's biggest health insurers will pay back $35million after thousands of hospital claims were incorrectly rejected. Bupa has admitted to engaging in misleading or deceptive conduct and making false or misleading representations by advising customers they were not entitled to private health insurance benefits for their entire claim, when in fact this was not the case. Bupa APAC CEO Nick Stone has issued an apology and acknowledged that it should 'never have happened.' 'Our priority has been to communicate and compensate our affected health insurance customers and providers, along with putting in place measures to help ensure this does not happen again,' he said in a statement. Bupa has started compensating affected members, medical providers and hospitals, and has paid $14.3million to parties for more than 4,100 affected claims to date.
Associated Press
9 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Caseware Launches Cloud Audit – A Next-Generation Solution for Singapore's Audit Professionals
Singapore, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Caseware, a global leader in cloud-enabled audit, financial reporting and data analytics solutions, today announced the launch of Cloud Audit, a powerful, cloud-based audit platform purpose-built for Singapore's audit professionals. Designed to accelerate audit transformation, Cloud Audit is aligned with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) methodology, helping firms to meet Singapore's regulatory and professional standards with confidence. 'With the launch of Cloud Audit, we're bringing a modern, collaborative and secure audit solution tailored to the needs of Singapore's practitioners,' said Sarah Butler, head of solutions, APAC at Caseware. 'Already available and gaining significant traction in Australia, this platform is designed to help firms embrace digital transformation, improve efficiency and stay ahead of evolving compliance requirements.' Early adopters of Cloud Audit in other countries across Asia Pacific are already seeing measurable benefits. Accru Felsers, an award-winning accounting firm in Australia, reports improved team collaboration and faster turnaround times since implementing the solution. Jean Zhang, audit and assurance partner, remarked, 'With Cloud Audit, we update one template, and every new file reflects that - saving us weeks of work. It's fast, consistent, and accessible from anywhere. After trying it, we wondered why we didn't make the switch sooner.' Didarul Khan, director at Auditeo, the next-gen auditors and forensic audit experts, added, 'We were actively looking for a cloud-based audit solution and, after reviewing several products, we selected Caseware for its functionality and integration. It has been a game-changer for us, particularly the risk assessment feature, which allows us to clearly identify key risks and design targeted responses. The software helps to customise the scope of each engagement in a smart and efficient way and, thanks to the integration with Cloud Financials, preparing statutory financial reports post-audit is now much faster and more streamlined.' Thanks to Caseware's Artificial Intelligence Digital Assistant, Caseware AiDA™, customers will benefit from AI-powered tools within their audit workflow. Caseware AiDA provides real-time guidance for complex audit challenges and summarises detailed documents in seconds, turning complex information into actionable insights that drive better decision-making. Operating natively within Caseware Cloud, Caseware AiDA delivers consistent, secure integration into audit workflows for enhanced productivity. Key Features of Cloud Audit include: Cloud Audit also supports remote work, improves productivity through automation and allows firms to modernize audit processes in line with global digital trends. Showcasing innovation at ISCA Tech Fair 2025 Caseware will participate in ISCA's Tech Fair 2025, scheduled for July 11 at ISCA House. The event serves as a major platform for accounting professionals to explore emerging technologies and their applications within the profession. Located in the SMP-focused zone on Level 4, Caseware will host live product demonstrations and discussions focused on audit innovation. Attendees can engage with the Caseware team to explore how its solutions are used to enhance audit efficiency, collaboration and compliance across practice sizes. -ends- Attachment Elise Sallis, VP, Head of Global Communications Caseware [email protected]
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Caseware Launches Cloud Audit – A Next-Generation Solution for Singapore's Audit Professionals
Sarah Butler, Head of Solutions, APAC - Caseware Singapore, June 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Caseware, a global leader in cloud-enabled audit, financial reporting and data analytics solutions, today announced the launch of Cloud Audit, a powerful, cloud-based audit platform purpose-built for Singapore's audit professionals. Designed to accelerate audit transformation, Cloud Audit is aligned with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) methodology, helping firms to meet Singapore's regulatory and professional standards with confidence. 'With the launch of Cloud Audit, we're bringing a modern, collaborative and secure audit solution tailored to the needs of Singapore's practitioners,' said Sarah Butler, head of solutions, APAC at Caseware. 'Already available and gaining significant traction in Australia, this platform is designed to help firms embrace digital transformation, improve efficiency and stay ahead of evolving compliance requirements.' Early adopters of Cloud Audit in other countries across Asia Pacific are already seeing measurable benefits. Accru Felsers, an award-winning accounting firm in Australia, reports improved team collaboration and faster turnaround times since implementing the solution. Jean Zhang, audit and assurance partner, remarked, 'With Cloud Audit, we update one template, and every new file reflects that - saving us weeks of work. It's fast, consistent, and accessible from anywhere. After trying it, we wondered why we didn't make the switch sooner." Didarul Khan, director at Auditeo, the next-gen auditors and forensic audit experts, added, 'We were actively looking for a cloud-based audit solution and, after reviewing several products, we selected Caseware for its functionality and integration. It has been a game-changer for us, particularly the risk assessment feature, which allows us to clearly identify key risks and design targeted responses. The software helps to customise the scope of each engagement in a smart and efficient way and, thanks to the integration with Cloud Financials, preparing statutory financial reports post-audit is now much faster and more streamlined.' Thanks to Caseware's Artificial Intelligence Digital Assistant, Caseware AiDA™, customers will benefit from AI-powered tools within their audit workflow. Caseware AiDA provides real-time guidance for complex audit challenges and summarises detailed documents in seconds, turning complex information into actionable insights that drive better decision-making. Operating natively within Caseware Cloud, Caseware AiDA delivers consistent, secure integration into audit workflows for enhanced productivity. Key Features of Cloud Audit include: Real-Time Collaboration – audit teams can work simultaneously on engagements, with instant visibility into updates. Automatic Updates – ensures seamless deployment of compliance and template updates, reducing manual intervention. Built-in Analytics – provides real-time insights to support smarter, data-driven decision-making. Streamlined Reviews – enables managers and partners to easily review and oversee critical engagement areas. Enterprise-Grade Security – delivers advanced encryption and secure data hosting to protect sensitive client information. Cloud Audit also supports remote work, improves productivity through automation and allows firms to modernize audit processes in line with global digital trends. Showcasing innovation at ISCA Tech Fair 2025 Caseware will participate in ISCA's Tech Fair 2025, scheduled for July 11 at ISCA House. The event serves as a major platform for accounting professionals to explore emerging technologies and their applications within the profession. Located in the SMP-focused zone on Level 4, Caseware will host live product demonstrations and discussions focused on audit innovation. Attendees can engage with the Caseware team to explore how its solutions are used to enhance audit efficiency, collaboration and compliance across practice sizes. -ends- Attachment Sarah Butler, Head of Solutions, APAC - Caseware CONTACT: Elise Sallis, VP, Head of Global Communications Caseware in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
