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Associated Press
08-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Power Meets Prime: BLUETTI Unveils Prime Day Deals on Portable Power Stations And Home Backup
LAS VEGAS, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BLUETTI, a global leader in portable power and clean energy solutions, today announced massive savings of up to 65 percent on its top-rated portable power stations during Amazon Prime Day, running from July 8 to 11. From hurricane-season preparedness and unexpected outages to summer adventures like camping and RV trips, BLUETTI provides dependable, sustainable power when it matters most. Deals for Summer Vacations Deals for Home Battery Backup Stay Primed and Powered Secure reliable power for summer adventures or unexpected outages. BLUETTI is offering an additional 5% discount with code BLUETTI5OFF, stackable with Prime Day offers of up to 65 percent on both Amazon and the official BLUETTI website through July 11. About BLUETTI As a pioneer in clean energy technology, BLUETTI provides reliable, innovative home battery backups and portable power stations for outdoor living. Trusted by over 3.5 million users in 110+ countries, it champions energy independence through sustainable innovation. Through initiatives like LAAF (Light An African Family), BLUETTI expands access to clean energy in underserved regions and upholds its commitment to ESG values. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BLUETTI POWER INC.
ArabGT
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Geely EX5 Launches in the UAE, Pushing the Boundaries of Electric Mobility
Arabian Gulf Mechanical Center (AGMC), the official distributor of Geely Auto in the UAE, has unveiled the all-electric Geely EX5 in the local market—marking a bold step forward in the brand's regional expansion. Following its global debut in July 2024, the EX5 has already exceeded 150,000 units sold by May 2025. Making its regional entrance, this next-generation electric SUV sets a new benchmark in smart design, high-efficiency performance, and sustainable innovation. At the heart of the EX5 is Geely's groundbreaking GEA architecture—the world's first platform to fully integrate hardware, software, artificial intelligence, and a smart environment into one cohesive system. This isn't just advanced tech—it's a redefinition of the driving experience. Powered by a 60.22 kWh battery, the EX5 delivers 218 hp and 320 Nm of torque, offering seamless performance on both city streets and highways. Safety remains a top priority, with the exclusive Short Blade Safety Battery System and a full suite of intuitive features including frameless rain-sensing wipers, a six-way massage seat, wireless charging, smart keyless entry, and a 360° surround camera. Inside, the cabin is clean, connected, and focused on the user. A 15.4-inch infotainment screen and multifunction steering wheel headline a tech-forward interior that blends comfort with modern elegance. With five-star safety ratings from both Euro NCAP and ANCAP, the EX5 is built to perform under any conditions. The launch also aligns with the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, supporting the nation's shift toward clean, efficient mobility. Dr. Andreas Schaaf, Director of Al Batha Automotive Group, called the launch 'a landmark moment' for the brand, underscoring the UAE's readiness to lead in electric vehicle adoption. The debut also coincides with the opening of AGMC's new flagship Geely showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road—a space dedicated to showcasing the future of sustainable transport. As the first Geely new energy vehicle (NEV) to arrive in the Gulf, the EX5 signals the beginning of a broader regional strategy. With more electric and plug-in hybrid models on the way, Geely is inviting tech lovers and forward-thinkers across the UAE to experience the future of driving—today.
Al Bawaba
25-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Orange Jordan announces the winners of the 2025 "Inspiring Change" Award for female entrepreneurs
Orange Jordan announced the winners of the 2025 "Inspiring Change" Award, which aims to support women leaders in the technology sector who contribute with sustainable digital innovations that have a clear social and environmental impact. This edition of the award was supported by Capital Bank and in partnership with the Information and Communications Technology Association (Int@j), under the umbrella of Int@j's Women's Economic Empowerment unit 'SHETECHS', to enhance their role in the technology industry and encourage creative ideas in year's edition introduced a new category specialized in Fintech, providing a broader opportunity to support women entrepreneurs in advanced technology first-place winner of the 2025 'Inspiring Change' Award was the project Wasil, followed by Genskin in second place, and SOHO ERP in third. The Fintech Award was awarded to project BitMal. The projects were evaluated based on key criteria including innovation, social and environmental impact, scalability, and sustainability, highlighting the ability of women entrepreneurs to drive real impact through judging panel included the Chief Corporate Communication and Sustainability Officer at Orange Jordan, Eng. Rana Al Dababneh; the Director of CEO Office at Capital Bank, Tamara Batal; the Executive Director and Board Member at Netcompany-Intrasoft, Heba Al-Majali; the Board Member at the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan – Int@j, Maha Al-Said; and the Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship at the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Sarah Chief Executive Officer of Orange Jordan, Eng. Philippe Mansour, emphasized that the award's fourth edition is part of the company's ongoing efforts to enhance women's participation in the digital sector and support innovative entrepreneurial projects. He highlighted that the partnership with Capital Bank and the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan (Int@j) contributed to expanding the award by introducing new categories and broadening participation areas, which strengthens opportunities for scalable and sustainable project development. He also noted that this year's award focused on projects led by women working across various technology fields, including entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders of startups, to spotlight their contributions to advancing technological his part, the Chief Executive Officer of Capital Bank, Tamer Ghazaleh, congratulated the female entrepreneurs who won the 'Inspiring Change' Award, expressing the bank's pride in supporting this outstanding initiative that celebrates Jordanian women entrepreneurs who have presented inspiring and impactful projects in the field of technology. He noted that the award serves as a genuine platform to showcase the potential of Jordanian women and their pivotal role in digital Bank CEO, Tamer Ghazaleh extended his congratulations to the winners of the 'Inspiring Change' Award, expressing the bank's pride in supporting this distinguished initiative that honors Jordanian women entrepreneurs whose projects have made a meaningful impact in the field of technology.'This award serves as a vital platform to highlight the potential of Jordanian women and their pivotal role in driving digital innovation,' Ghazaleh added, 'We are pleased that this year's edition includes a dedicated award for the best project in financial technology, reaffirming our commitment to driving progress in this dynamic sector. Capital Bank remains steadfast in supporting initiatives that promote economic empowerment and expand opportunities for female entrepreneurs in Jordan.'Ghazaleh also praised the efforts of Orange Jordan and the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan (Int@j) for their role in the success of this impactful his side, the Chairman of Int@j, Amjad Swais, pointed out that the launch of the fourth edition of the "Inspiring Change" award this year, coinciding with International Women's Day under the theme "Accelerating Action', reflects Int@j's commitment to taking decisive steps towards empowering women in the technology sector. Swais highlighted that the inclusion of the FinTech category in this year's edition signals a clear direction toward empowering women in the most advanced and influential technological fields within a supportive and excellence-driven environment. He also congratulated the winners of the fourth edition of the award for their outstanding achievements and impactful contributions in leading change and shaping a more inclusive and innovative digital future.
Zawya
24-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Orange Jordan announces the winners of the 2025 "Inspiring Change" Award for female entrepreneurs
Orange Jordan announced the winners of the 2025 "Inspiring Change" Award, which aims to support women leaders in the technology sector who contribute with sustainable digital innovations that have a clear social and environmental impact. This edition of the award was supported by Capital Bank and in partnership with the Information and Communications Technology Association (Int@j), under the umbrella of Int@j's Women's Economic Empowerment unit 'SHETECHS', to enhance their role in the technology industry and encourage creative ideas in Jordan. This year's edition introduced a new category specialized in Fintech, providing a broader opportunity to support women entrepreneurs in advanced technology sectors. The first-place winner of the 2025 'Inspiring Change' Award was the project Wasil, followed by Genskin in second place, and SOHO ERP in third. The Fintech Award was awarded to project BitMal. The projects were evaluated based on key criteria including innovation, social and environmental impact, scalability, and sustainability, highlighting the ability of women entrepreneurs to drive real impact through technology. The judging panel included the Chief Corporate Communication and Sustainability Officer at Orange Jordan, Eng. Rana Al Dababneh; the Director of CEO Office at Capital Bank, Tamara Batal; the Executive Director and Board Member at Netcompany-Intrasoft, Heba Al-Majali; the Board Member at the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan – Int@j, Maha Al-Said; and the Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship at the Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Sarah Fanous. The Chief Executive Officer of Orange Jordan, Eng. Philippe Mansour, emphasized that the award's fourth edition is part of the company's ongoing efforts to enhance women's participation in the digital sector and support innovative entrepreneurial projects. He highlighted that the partnership with Capital Bank and the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan (Int@j) contributed to expanding the award by introducing new categories and broadening participation areas, which strengthens opportunities for scalable and sustainable project development. He also noted that this year's award focused on projects led by women working across various technology fields, including entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders of startups, to spotlight their contributions to advancing technological development. For his part, the Chief Executive Officer of Capital Bank, Tamer Ghazaleh, congratulated the female entrepreneurs who won the 'Inspiring Change' Award, expressing the bank's pride in supporting this outstanding initiative that celebrates Jordanian women entrepreneurs who have presented inspiring and impactful projects in the field of technology. He noted that the award serves as a genuine platform to showcase the potential of Jordanian women and their pivotal role in digital innovation. Capital Bank CEO, Tamer Ghazaleh extended his congratulations to the winners of the 'Inspiring Change' Award, expressing the bank's pride in supporting this distinguished initiative that honors Jordanian women entrepreneurs whose projects have made a meaningful impact in the field of technology. 'This award serves as a vital platform to highlight the potential of Jordanian women and their pivotal role in driving digital innovation,' Ghazaleh stated. He added, 'We are pleased that this year's edition includes a dedicated award for the best project in financial technology, reaffirming our commitment to driving progress in this dynamic sector. Capital Bank remains steadfast in supporting initiatives that promote economic empowerment and expand opportunities for female entrepreneurs in Jordan.' Ghazaleh also praised the efforts of Orange Jordan and the Information and Communications Technology Association of Jordan (Int@j) for their role in the success of this impactful initiative. From his side, the Chairman of Int@j, Amjad Swais, pointed out that the launch of the fourth edition of the "Inspiring Change" award this year, coinciding with International Women's Day under the theme "Accelerating Action', reflects Int@j's commitment to taking decisive steps towards empowering women in the technology sector. Swais highlighted that the inclusion of the FinTech category in this year's edition signals a clear direction toward empowering women in the most advanced and influential technological fields within a supportive and excellence-driven environment. He also congratulated the winners of the fourth edition of the award for their outstanding achievements and impactful contributions in leading change and shaping a more inclusive and innovative digital future. About Orange Jordan Orange Jordan, with over 1800 employees across nearly 300 shops and locations throughout Jordan, strives to provide the best customer experience through an integrated set of digital solutions including fixed lines, mobile lines, internet, data, and Smart Life Solutions to around 4.6 million customers in Jordan. Orange Jordan is a subsidiary of Orange Global Group, which is present in 26 countries worldwide. In line with the Group's strategy 'Lead the Future' and through its positioning as a true responsible digital leader, Orange Jordan supports the national digital transformation vision. Orange Jordan prioritizes community service, and in this context, it implements a comprehensive CSR strategy that revolves around 4 pillars including digital education, digital inclusion, entrepreneurship, climate, and environment. In addition to serving individual customers, Orange Jordan offers tailored solutions for businesses through its sub-brand, (Orange Business). About Orange Orange is one of the world's leading telecommunications operators with revenues of 40.3 billion euros in 2024 and 127,000 employees worldwide at 31 December 2024, including 71,000 employees in France. The Group has a total customer base of 291 million customers worldwide at 31 December 2024, including 253 million mobile customers and 22 million fixed broadband customers. These figures account for the deconsolidation of certain activities in Spain following the creation of MASORANGE. The Group is present in 26 countries (including non-consolidated countries). Orange is also a leading provider of global IT and telecommunication services to multinational companies under the brand Orange Business. In February 2023, the Group presented its strategic plan "Lead the Future", built on a new business model and guided by responsibility and efficiency. "Lead the Future" capitalizes on network excellence to reinforce Orange's leadership in service quality. About Capital Bank Group Capital Bank Group is recognized as a leading financial institution in both the Jordanian and regional markets with total assets of JOD 8.2 billion and a total equity of approximately JOD 756.5 million. The Group encompasses Capital Bank of Jordan, which has evolved since its establishment in 1995 into one of Jordan's premier financial institutions. It offers a comprehensive range of commercial and investment banking services, tailored to meet the diverse needs of both retail and corporate clients. In 2005, Capital Bank of Jordan acquired a majority stake (61.85%) in the National Bank of Iraq (NBI). This strategic acquisition enabled NBI to expand its product and service offerings, strengthen its market position, enhance financial inclusion, support export activities, and provide a broad array of services to businesses operating in Iraq. Continuing its expansion strategy, NBI opened its first branch in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2023, offering financial and trade services to its corporate clients. Capital Investments, a wholly owned subsidiary of Capital Bank established in 2006, has emerged as a regional leader in the investment banking sector. It provides comprehensive services including asset management, brokerage, and corporate financial advisory. The company caters to a diverse base of clientele, including major corporations, government entities, and high-net-worth individuals, through its offices in Jordan and the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) in the United Arab Emirates. Pursuing its ambitious growth strategy, Capital Bank Group acquired Bank Audi's operations in Jordan and Iraq in 2021. This was followed by the acquisition of Société Générale Bank in Jordan in 2022, further solidifying its competitive position in the Jordanian banking sector. In early 2022, Capital Bank launched Blink, a digital bank aimed at redefining banking for retail customers. In 2022, Capital Bank strengthened its capital base by issuing a USD 100 million Tier 1 perpetual bond—the first of its kind for a Jordanian bank in the local market, listed on NASDAQ Dubai. Additionally, Capital Bank raised its capital by issuing new shares to the Public Investment Fund (PIF), one of the largest sovereign funds globally, as a strategic investor. With a 23.97% stake, this capital raise enabled the Group to continue executing its expansion strategy and its commitment to continue introducing innovative products and services that benefit both clients and shareholders. Commemorating its commitment to excellence in 2024, customer-centric practices, innovation, and excellence in digital banking services, Capital Bank of Jordan received the 'Best Digital Bank' award in Jordan from Euromoney magazine and the 'Best Mobile Banking App in Jordan' award from International Business Magazine.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SIKA STRENGTHENS GLOBAL PRESENCE WITH STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS ACROSS ALL REGIONS
SIKA STRENGTHENS GLOBAL PRESENCE WITH STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS ACROSS ALL REGIONS Sika continues to deliver on its Local-for-Local strategy with the launch of three new manufacturing investments in China, Brazil, and Morocco—reinforcing its commitment to serving customers with local production, global expertise, and sustainable innovation. By expanding its footprint in these markets, Sika is actively executing its growth strategy—strengthening its global presence and laying the groundwork for future expansion. These site developments are part of a broader effort to increase market penetration, and ensure that production capabilities are aligned with customer needs at a regional level. In the fast-growing metropolitan hub of Suzhou, Sika has extended its existing site to support China's urban development. Serving a region of more than 12 million residents, the upgraded facility specializes in high-viscosity polyurethane technologies used for advanced bonding and sealing solutions across the automotive, construction, and industrial sectors. These innovations help enhance durability, performance, and design flexibility in critical applications. Sika has also reinforced its footprint in Latin America. In Brazil, the company has extended its site near Belo Horizonte to include admixture production, expanding its presence in one of the country's most strategically important industrial regions. Located in Minas Gerais—Brazil's largest concrete-producing state and a hub for the mining sector—the facility will support key customers in ready-mix concrete, cement, and mining industries. In EMEA, Sika has opened a new mortar and admixtures plant near Agadir, Morocco. Strategically located to serve the country's southern region and neighboring markets, the facility is equipped with state-of-the-art production technologies and designed to meet the growing demand for construction materials in this rapidly developing area. This investment confirms Sika's commitment to scaling up regional capacity, improving product availability, and delivering more responsive, locally adapted service across Morocco and Mauritania. 'These site investments reflect the trust our customers place in us and our long-term commitment to the markets we serve,' says Thomas Hasler, CEO. 'By expanding our local manufacturing capabilities, we are not only improving responsiveness—we are building a resilient, sustainable foundation for growth alongside our longtime customers and partners.' MARKET OUTLOOKSika's latest site expansions align with long-term growth trajectories in some of the world's most dynamic construction markets. The construction market in all these three countries is forecast to grow over 4.0% annually through to 2028. In China, investment in infrastructure, green energy, and high-tech manufacturing will transform the existing construction industry. Brazil's construction sector is gaining renewed momentum, with demand rising for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, reflecting increased confidence and economic recovery. In Morocco, strategic public investment and major infrastructure programs are positioning the country as a regional hub for development. Sika's investments ensure the company is well placed to meet this demand with localized, responsive solutions. SIKA CORPORATE PROFILESika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. CONTACTDominik SlappnigCorporate Communications &Investor Relations+41 58 436 68 media release can be downloaded from the following link:Media Release
