Tag: global

  • Burj Khalifa’s façade gets a dazzling lighting overhaul

    Burj Khalifa’s façade gets a dazzling lighting overhaul

    The upgrade transforms the iconic façade into a stunning visual spectacle, offering a wide spectrum of vibrant colours and effects, enhancing the guest experience while reinforcing Dubai’s status as a global leader in innovation and design excellence.

    The process was carefully coordinated, with a six-month mock-up testing to ensure seamless integration.

    The upgraded system features dynamic RGBW technology, replacing static lights with colour-changing, addressable fixtures to create complex lighting effects. (more…)

  • Candela closes $40 million funding round to ‘meet demand for electric foiling ferries’

    Candela closes $40 million funding round to ‘meet demand for electric foiling ferries’

    Candela has closed a $40 million funding round to “meet demand for its electric foiling ferries”, according to the company.

    Candela raised $14 million in its Series C round, which brings the total to over $40 million in funding in 2024.

    The new investment will enable Candela to meet the “soaring demand” for its groundbreaking zero-emission vessels. (more…)

  • norelem launches new series of friction joints

    norelem launches new series of friction joints

    Precision, flexibility and durability are critical in industrial sectors to optimise operations while maintaining safety and value. One component that remains constant is friction joints, which are valuable for connecting components in situations where traditional methods may not be practical.

    To address these evolving demands, global standard components manufacturer norelem, has launched a new series of friction joints (10271) designed to meet the unique requirements of various industries, providing essential benefits that cater to a wide range of customers.

    Marcus Schneck, CEO of norelem, said: “One of the key benefits of our friction joints for customers is their ability to deliver precise and adjustable resistance to motion.

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  • Apple to scrap sim cards in future, expert suggests

    Apple to scrap sim cards in future, expert suggests

    With the release of the new iPhone 16, which is now the 3rd consecutive iPhone to be eSIM-only in the US, eSIM expert and COO at Nomad eSIM, Eric Morhenn shares some insights about the future of SIM cards

    Apple’s decision to produce and sell only eSIM-compatible iPhones for the US market is another step towards a wider global strategy. Their vision is to move away from physical SIM cards completely within the next few product cycles.

    We can expect Apple to make the same move – starting as early as the iPhone 17 or 18 – in international markets like Europe, Japan, and Singapore, where the digital infrastructure is strong. Alongside Apple, it is likely that one of the major Android providers, such as Samsung, will follow a similar trajectory and also transition to eSIM-only in the near future. (more…)