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PHOENIX, July 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp. (“WillScot Mobile Mini” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: WSC), a North America leader in modular space and portable storage solutions, today announced it has acquired the rental fleet and related assets of Modulease Corporation. The transaction was funded with cash on hand and borrowings under the Company’s revolving credit agreement. This acquisition adds more than 400 mobile offices and approximately 100 portable storage containers to the Company’s existing operations in New England.

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About WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings Corp.

WillScot Mobile Mini Holdings trades on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol “WSC.” Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the Company is a leading business services provider specializing in innovative flexible mobile office, portable storage and workspace productivity solutions. WillScot Mobile Mini services diverse end markets across all sectors of the economy from a network of over 275 branch locations and additional drop lots throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.

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The correct handling of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries is already a challenge, and it’s one that’s growing. A study by the Institute for Sustainable Futures found that the end-of-life electric vehicle (EV) and smartphone LIB stream is expected to grow by 1,300% in volume between 2025 and 2035.

SYDNEY, July 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The New South Wales (NSW) Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has made grants available to companies that propose innovative solutions to address the growing challenge of dealing with end-of-life LIBs from decommissioned solar energy storage systems. TES has been successful in winning a grant from the NSW EPA to build a one-of-a-kind facility in Western Sydney to test, repurpose, and recycle LIBs from solar energy storage systems. The facility will also be capable of processing LIBs from electric vehicles and e-mobility and portable devices.

The NSW EPA selected TES’s proposal to move forward and awarded AU $1.9 million in funding to get started. This project was funded under the NSW EPA Circular Solar Grants Program.

The new battery treatment facility in Villawood is projected to generate upwards of 20 green jobs and will utilize TES’s existing proprietary hydrometallurgical technology.

In a further testament to TES as a best-in-class sustainable battery solution provider, TES has recently been honored with several prestigious awards, notably an Edison Award in the Power Generation and Recovery category.

Contributing to growing battery infrastructure in Singapore, France, China, and the Port of Rotterdam, this facility is the latest to be announced that will join TES’s already unrivaled network of 40 owned and operated facilities.

TES’s proprietary process first extracts black mass, followed by a proprietary hydrometallurgical process to extract scarce elements such as nickel, cobalt, and lithium to close the loop for these metals—reducing the world’s dependence on mined materials.

The facility is expected to be up and running in summer 2023, ready to handle some 2,000 tons per year of end-of-life LIB units. This includes 800 tons per year from Australia’s large and growing solar energy storage battery infrastructure.

“This funding is supporting the drive toward a circular economy by helping New South Wales develop new ways of dealing with battery storage waste, which is increasingly important as currently installed systems reach the end of their life,” says NSW Minister for Environment James Griffin. “While the amount of battery storage system waste is low at the moment, we want to make sure New South Wales is ahead of the curve with innovative ways of managing this emerging waste stream.”

Thomas Holberg, Global Vice President (VP) of TES Sustainable Battery Solutions notes, “Collaboration with forward-thinking governments like New South Wales is a critical component to solving big challenges like this. The project will complement emerging infrastructure that is being established, including the collection network being built around these products.”

Most importantly, if future demand for closed-loop recovery develops locally, TES will invest in further capabilities to produce battery-grade metals to supply domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on supply from outside Australia.

The project in NSW perfectly aligns the goals of the state with the private-sector expertise and qualifications of TES. “We’re excited about this project and are eager to demonstrate to New South Wales that end-of-first-life lithium-ion batteries, when handled properly, create circular economy opportunities close to where waste is generated, which doesn’t just help keep scarce materials in use for as long as possible but also minimizes greenhouse gas emission impacts associated with transportation and manufacturing of new batteries,” remarks Alvin Piadasa, Group Sustainability Director, TES.

About TES

Founded in 2005, TES is a global leader in sustainable technology services and bespoke solutions that help clients manage the commission, deployment, and retirement of technology devices and components. As one of the largest IT lifecycle service providers in the world, TES understands the common challenges of managing IT equipment throughout its lifecycle. Customized, cost-effective solutions address these challenges and ensure compliance with all local and international data security, environmental, and industry regulations.

TES’s mission is to make a decade of difference by securely, safely, and sustainably transforming and repurposing one billion kilograms of assets by 2030. TES has an unmatched global footprint of 42 facilities across 21 countries and offers unrivaled consistency in service. In addition, the company provides consistent commercials, reduced logistics costs, and local environmental compliance experts, as well as support in local time zones and languages and a deep understanding of transboundary movement throughout the world.

To learn more about TES, visit www.tes-amm.com.

About SK ecoplant

The business model for SK ecoplant is an eco-friendly ecosystem platform that links its technologies with the environment, humans, and finance. SK is building a sustainable lifestyle with our creative solutions and advanced technologies, offering solutions to current problems and sowing the seeds for a better future.

SK ecoplant is building a financial story that manifests our commitment to a new future. As proven by our acquisition of a leading company in the environmental industry, we are taking steps to achieve our goal of becoming Asia’s leading environmental business by 2023 with clear and concrete mid-and long-term strategies for each business sector.

About NSW EPA

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is the primary environmental regulator for New South Wales. It partners with businesses, the government, and the community to reduce pollution and waste, protect human health, and prevent the degradation of the environment. For more information, visit www.epa.nsw.gov.au

This project was made possible thanks to funding from the NSW EPA Circular Solar Grants Program. For more information, visit www.epa.nsw.gov.au/working-together/grants/infrastructure-fund/circular-solar-trials

References

The University of Technology Sydney scoping study: Scoping study for photovoltaic panel and battery system reuse and recycling fund  (PDF 7.04MB)

Facts
The facility will have the capacity to process up to 2000 t pa, including 800 t pa solar energy storage systems, with more capacity than NSW’s total battery recycling demand.

For further information, you may email Jon Sawyer at jon.sawyer@tes-amm.com

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July 13, 2022

Philips demonstrates portfolio of smart connected imaging systems and integrated radiology workflow solutions designed to improve diagnostic confidence and clinical outcomes

Amsterdam, the Netherlands and Vienna, Austria – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, will showcase its award-winning AI-powered systems and solutions debuting at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR, July 13-17, Vienna, Austria).  Philips will demonstrate how its portfolio of smart connected imaging systems and integrated radiology workflow solutions help increase diagnostic confidence and clinical outcomes; help reduce staff stress and burnout; improve patient engagement and quality access to care; and enhance efficiency to help reduce waste.

“Radiology plays such a critical role in diagnosing and guiding patients into the right treatment plans. That’s why we designed our smart connected imaging systems to deliver first time right diagnoses with the latest clinical technologies and applications to drive patient-centric insights supporting early and definitive diagnosis and treatment,” said Kees Wesdorp, Chief Business Leader of Precision Diagnosis at Philips. “Addressing operational inefficiencies across the entire radiology enterprise was also the driving force behind the introduction of our AI-enabled, software defined systems and solutions to assist customers by automating and accelerating routine tasks, generating insights from large amounts of data to help improve productivity and lower the risk of staff burnout.”

Smart connected imaging systems help increase diagnostic confidence
It is projected the amount of healthcare data will grow 36% each year by 2025 [1]. In the recent Future Health Index 2022 Global report commissioned by Philips, one of the biggest challenges facing radiology leaders is managing the sheer volume of data available to them, with nearly a quarter (24%) of those surveyed, citing data management as their top issue. Philips AI-powered leading technologies help turn relevant data into actionable insights to increase diagnostic confidence and improve clinical outcomes.

New at ECR 2022, Philips will spotlight its latest AI-powered, software-defined MR smart systems, including its SmartSpeed artificial intelligence (AI) powered MR acceleration software, which delivers higher image resolution with 3 times faster scan times [2] and virtually no loss in image quality, representing a major step forward in diagnostic confidence and MR department productivity. Philips SmartSpeed joins the growing number of Philips AI powered workflow innovations available across the portfolio of smart Philips MR systems that will be showcased at ECR, including the European introduction of the new smart connected 3T MR system, Philips MR 7700 and the company’s latest MR 5300 1.5T helium-free in operations MR system. Each of these systems uses intelligent software to automate tasks and help relieve the burden on busy radiology staff and departments.

Also new to the European market and being showcased at ECR 2022 is the award-winning Philips Spectral CT 7500, the latest intelligent system to deliver high quality spectral images for every patient on every scan 100% of the time to help improve disease characterization, and reduce rescans and follow-ups, all at the same dose levels as conventional scans. The time-saving spectral workflow is fully integrated, enabling the technologist to get the patient on and off the table quickly – spectral chest scans and head scans take less than one second, and a full upper body spectral scan can be completed in less than two seconds. The new Spectral CT 7500 has demonstrated a 34% reduction in time to diagnosis, a 25% reduction in repeat scans and a 30% reduction in follow-up scans [3].

Integrated radiology workflows drive operational efficiency and improve patient experience
Operational inefficiencies continue to weigh heavily on clinicians and health systems as they strive to deliver the very best care for their patients. It is no surprise that 45% of radiologists reported symptoms of burnout pre-pandemic [4], while 97% of technologists report moderate or severe levels of job stress [5]. Visitors to the Philips Zone at ECR 2022 will see how Philips’ end-to-end, vendor neutral solutions simplify and connect workflows to address productivity challenges across the radiology enterprise.

Philips Radiology Workflow Suite  is a combination of solutions that support clear and efficient radiology workflows. At ECR, Philips continues to expand its Radiology Workflow Suite, introducing new and enhanced solutions across the entire radiology workflow with a focus on:

• Patient engagement, featuring Philips Care Engagement Manager, a web based clinical and patient decision support software platform intended to aid in remote communication and care management between patients and healthcare providers. The solution is designed to reduce no shows and cancellations, increase referral conversions, improve patient adherence to instructions, reduce staff burden and improve patient engagement, education, and communication.
• Virtual radiology support with Philips Radiology Operations Command Center [6], a vendor-neutral, multi-modality, multi-site telepresence solution that provides advanced tele-acquisition capabilities and seamlessly connects imaging experts at a command center with technologists at scanners across care locations. Remote expert support removes the barrier of physical distance, extending the ability to offer consistent imaging experiences across organizations regardless of location. Virtual remote radiology support is also provided with Philips Collaboration Live [7], available on Philips ultrasound systems EPIQ Elite and Affiniti, delivering tele-ultrasound capabilities, allowing ultrasound teams to securely talk, text, screen-share, and video stream directly from their ultrasound system to a PC or mobile device to extend the team without expanding it.

Data-driven practice management and patient-centered imaging
At ECR 2022, Philips will spotlight Enterprise Performance Analytics – PerformanceBridge, a vendor-neutral, real-time data platform designed to improve productivity and reduce costs across enterprise-wide imaging departments to enhance operational decision-making. PerformanceBridge integrates data from multiple industry-standard data sources (such as HL7, DICOM and other structured data sources), onto one platform, for immediate access to information necessary for quick actionable observations and detailed reports. Also making its European debut at ECR 2022 is new Philips Pediatric Coaching [8], a holistic mobile app designed to be a less stressful experience for parents and their children undergoing MRI scans. Using gamification and ‘buddy system’ techniques to prepare children and their parents beforehand, the app helps guide young children through the MRI procedure to significantly enhance the patient experience.

Philips hosted symposia sessions and sustainability round table at ECR
Healthcare systems account for 4.4% of carbon emissions worldwide; more than the aviation and shipping industries. Philips will join an educational round table session hosted by the European Society of Radiology (ESR) on July 14 at 12:30PM CET discussing what’s needed to “Build a Green Radiology Department,” featuring leading radiology experts from around the world who will address what can be done now to mitigate the environmental impact of essential imaging technology.

Philips will also host two Symposia sessions, featuring TED Talk-style presentations, and interactive conversations. On Wednesday, July 13, at 11:30AM CET, ECR attendees can join the discussion on “Accelerating Clinical competency through partnership and innovation,” to hear from world-renowned health leaders on how to address the growing demand for early disease diagnosis. On Thursday, July 14, at 12:30PM CET, health leaders will discuss “Balancing high tech and high touch: Keeping patients at the heart through innovation and workflow,” sharing insights on how to drive optimization in diagnostic operations.

All sessions will be live-streamed for attendees to join virtually if they are not at ECR in person. Visit Philips at ECR 2022 for more details.

Philips at ECR 2022
Join Philips in the Philips Zone at ECR 2022 (Level 2 Foyer C of the Austria Center), July 13-17, 2022, in Vienna, Austria, and visit Philips at ECR 2022 for more information on Philips’ AI-powered precision diagnosis portfolio, featuring smart connected imaging systems and integrated radiology workflow solutions, designed to increase diagnostic confidence and clinical outcomes.

[1]  https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/healthcare/episode/the_healthcare_data_explosion)
[2] Compared to Philips SENSE
[3] Analysis by CARTI Cancer Center in Little Rock Arkansas and University Hospitals of Cleveland – Results from case studies are not predictive of results in other cases. Results in other cases may vary.
[4] Report: 45% of radiologists are burned out, likely to work long hours (healthimaging.com)
[5] Radiology staff in focus: A radiology services impact and satisfaction survey of technologists and imaging directors. A research study conducted for Philips by The MarkeTech Group, 2019
[6] Not for diagnostic, monitoring or therapeutic purposes or in any other manner for regular medical practice. Only available for sale in select markets.
[7] Collaboration Live is only available for sale in selected markets
[8] Philips Pediatric Coaching is available for sale in the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium Luxembourg, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Israel, Australia and New Zealand. Fifteen languages are supported, including: English, German, Dutch, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish, Greek, Turkish, Arabic and Hebrew.

For further information, please contact:

Kathy O’Reilly
Philips Global Press Office
Tel.: +1 978-221-8919
E-mail: kathy.oreilly@philips.com

About Royal Philips
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people’s health and well-being, and enabling better outcomes across the health continuum – from healthy living and prevention, to diagnosis, treatment and home care. Philips leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver integrated solutions. Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in diagnostic imaging, image-guided therapy, patient monitoring and health informatics, as well as in consumer health and home care. Philips generated 2021 sales of EUR 17.2 billion and employs approximately 78,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at www.philips.com/newscenter.

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• Philips MR imaging
• Philips MR 7700
• Philips SmartSpeed MR software
• Spectral CT product side view

 As Summer travel embarks

London, July 13, 2022: VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, has announced a new expansion of its Private World portfolio.

Onboarding a new set of travel and brand partners, VistaJet will provide its Members with even more opportunities to engage with unique experiences in many of the world’s most admired and intriguing locations, whether on a single or multi-stop trip.

Since the launch of Private World in 2020, VistaJet has strived to ensure its passengers enjoy an exceptional and comfortable journey at every stage, as well as curate past itineraries of highly sought-after experiences at incredible destinations.

From relaxing in the most luxurious accommodation — such as private retreats, suites, yachts, and historical estates — to engaging with the most incredible individuals from admired brands and houses, VistaJet’s Private World collection of partners has evolved to become an essential element of the Member experience, complementing the company’s commitment to service excellence and its capacity to deliver the most seamless flying services anywhere in the world.

In just two years, the Private World partnership network has grown more than 10 times, and today it encompasses 595 partners across 43 categories. The growth of the program has been motivated by continually rising demand for private flights among global travelers — for both business and leisure journeys.

In the last 12 months, according to Google Trends, worldwide online searches for information about ‘private flights’ have risen by 18%.*

VistaJet has seen a rapid increase in global flight hours across the world, which were up 64% year-on-year, and expects this to only rise further as it welcomes up to a total of 17 Global 7500 aircraft by the end of 2022. Recent non-stop journeys on this groundbreaking aircraft have included São Paulo to the Maldives (16 hours flight time), Dubai to New York (15 hours 10 minutes), and Los Angeles to Hong Kong (14 hours 50 minutes).

The world’s largest and longest-range business jet, the Global 7500 has fast become the aircraft of choice for passengers who enjoy not only its luxurious and spacious interior but also its unrivaled range for non-stop, comfortable travel — its record-breaking performance has opened new and incredible travel opportunities.

Matteo Atti, EVP of Marketing and Innovation at VistaJet, said: “VistaJet’s promise has always been to allow our clients to go anywhere, anytime. Through Private World, we want to help our Members pursue their passions in the easiest, most direct ways, continuing to provide the ultimate service in aviation. It is not just about the places – it’s about the people, the opportunities, and the learning that only thoughtful travel can bring together.”

As VistaJet Members seek once-in-a-lifetime adventures across the globe, trips that seem impossible, and memories that will last forever, its collection of Private World recommendations now includes a Beyond Picasso exploration, which includes stops across Europe; and the Golden Vines wine masterclass in Florence.

Beyond Picasso
with Ariodante
Explore the life and work of one of the greatest artists of all time on a trip like no other. Discover privately the depths of Picasso through several world-class museums, private collections, and places not accessible to the public. See the great artist through the eyes of fellow artists, art collectors, and those who were closest to him — including his family. This bespoke luxury three-week trip across France and Spain will give you ultimate access to Picasso’s legacy surrounded by luxury. Spend a week at the sea sailing on a yacht and stay in signature five-star suites in Paris, Antibes, and Madrid. The Beyond Picasso experience is a handcrafted work of art, a magical experience designed for each traveler. Start in Paris, to delve into the years Picasso lived in the French Capital, then venture towards the Mediterranean coastline of his beloved French Riviera. Barcelona will be the next stop, to explore the young Picasso’s blue period, before visiting Malaga and finishing in Madrid. Throughout, incredible gastronomic and leisure experiences will take place, while discovering the secrets of a great of the art world like never before.

Masterclass, with the world’s best winemakers
with Liquid Icons
Learn from the best and experience exclusive masterclasses from the world leaders in the wine industry. Golden Vines Florence 2022 will bring together the world’s best winemakers and domaines to compete in Italy on October 15^th. At the 16th Century Baroque palace Palazzo Capponi, Gabriele Gorelli MW, Italy’s first Master of Wine will discuss his wine expertise with special guests. That is just one of many fascinating masterclasses to experience in the heart of Italy — a captivating Dom Pérignon masterclass with Vincent Chaperon, the Chef de Cave of Dom Pérignon, will be followed by Renaud Fillioux de Gironde, Hennessy’s Cellar Master, who will impress with a Hennessey cognac masterclass. VistaJet Members will also have the opportunity to get their own cellar curated by Golden Vines founder Lewis Chester, to ensure the wine experience does not stop.

For more information, please visit vistajet.com/privateworld

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VistaJet | press@vistajet.com

*Google Trends Data
Search term: private flight
Sourced 6 July 2022

About VistaJet 

VistaJet is the first and only global business aviation company. On its fleet of silver and red business jets, VistaJet has flown corporations, governments and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of the world.
Founded in 2004, the company pioneered an innovative business model where customers have access to an entire fleet whilst paying only for the hours they fly, free of the responsibilities and asset risks linked to aircraft ownership. VistaJet’s signature Program membership offers customers a bespoke subscription of flight hours on its fleet of mid and long-range jets, to fly them anytime, anywhere.
VistaJet is part of Vista Global Holding — the world’s first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-light solutions to cover all key aspects of business aviation.
More VistaJet information and news at vistajet.com

VistaJet Limited is a European air carrier that operates 9H registered aircraft under its Maltese Air Operator Certificate No. MT-17 and is incorporated in Malta under Company Number C 55231. VistaJet US Inc. is an Air Charter Broker that does not operate aircraft. VistaJet and its subsidiaries are not U.S. direct carriers. VistaJet-owned and U.S. registered aircraft are operated by properly licensed U.S. air carriers, including XOJET Aviation LLC. 

About Ariodante
Ariodante are travel alchemists that create travel dreams. An Ariodante experience is more than a mere trip. It’s a work of art, imagined and carefully crafted exclusively for clients. It’s an adventure for those who value rarity in its most authentic form and want to travel beyond luxury. It’s for those seeking magic.
Created to challenge the travel industry and to raise the bar when it comes to luxury, exclusivity, and creativity, Ariodante has built a solid reputation over the years for achieving incredible money can’t buy experiences that seem impossible for others.
A key part of every trip is to leave a positive impact. Their trips help to support projects, people, and places of cultural or natural significance, preserving them for generations to come and believe that “Nothing should cost the earth”. From protecting our planet, to protecting traditions and culture, Ariodante believes that travel should be beneficial for all. From their 200% Carbon offset program to their stance on single-use plastics, they believe that the world should be better off after a trip.
For more information, please visit ariodantetravel.com

About Liquid Icons
Liquid Icons, the organiser of the Golden Vines Awards, is a company founded by the late, great Gérard Basset OBE MW MS and his good friend, Lewis Chester DipWSET.  Liquid Icons is a wine research company and original content production company. Liquid Icons produces the annual Gérard Basset Global Fine Wine Report, a definitive fine wine report compiled from data obtained by hundreds of fine wine professionals globally. For 2022, 950 fine wine professionals globally contributed to the Report, which will be released in October 2022, including Masters of Wine, Master Sommeliers, sommeliers from Michelin Star restaurants, wine merchants & brokers, wine press & media.
For more information, please visit liquidicons.com

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• VistaJet Private World
• VistaJet Private World on a Global 7500