- Top culinary event draws world's top chefs and food enthusiasts
Food enthusiasts have another reason to visit Manila this April when Spain's first and only Asian edition of its top culinary event, Madrid Fusion, will be staged for a second year in Manila. Organized by the Philippine Department of Tourism, Madrid Fusion Manila (MFM) is on April 7-9, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center of the SM Mall of Asia Complex.
MFM 2016 will feature an International Gastronomy Congress discussing the theme, "The Manila Galleon: East Meets West."
The panel will feature the world's most acclaimed chefs, including:
- Joan Roca, El Cellar de Can Roca (No.1 on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list)
- Dani Garcia, Bibo Andalussian Brasserie and Tapas
- Jose Andres, Minibar
- Ricard Camarena, Ricard Camarena
- Angel Leon, Aponiente
- Jordi Butron, EpaiSucre
- Michael Voltaggio, Ink.
- Yoshihiro Narisawa, Les Creations de Narisawa Restaurant
- Virgilio Martinez, Central Restaurante (No.1 on Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants list)
- Michael Aspiras, Scout's Honor
- Amy Besa and Romy Dorotan, Purple Yam
- Myke Sarthou, Alab,
- Kevin Cherkas of Cuca
- Leah Cohen, Pig & Khao
- Paul Qui, Qui
- David Thompson, Nahm
- Nurdin Topham, Nur
- Jungsik Yim, Jungsik
- Enrique Olvera, Pujol and
- Jorge Vallejo, Quintonil
MFM 2016 will also have a Trade Expo showcasing gourmet products, unique ingredients and regional delicacies from the Philippines, Spain, Asia, Europe and the Americas. Trade visitors enter the Trade Expo for free.
Alongside Madrid Fusion Manila is the month-long Flavors of the Philippines Festival that features food-related activities all over the Philippines from food tours, exhibits and gourmet markets to special dinners with celebrity chefs, food trips and hotel food festivals.
Celebrated annually in Madrid since 2003, Madrid Fusion is considered one of the leading gastronomy gatherings in the world.
Registration is now open with rates at US$ 450.00 per person or group rates with minimum of 20 pax at US$ 290.00. Students' regular rate is US$ 410.00, with group rates (minimum of 20 pax) of US$ 245.00.
For more details, e-mail: congress@madridfusionmanila.com, call: (+632) 893-7973 or visit www.madridfusionmanila.com.
Exhibitors have the opportunity to tap new markets. For exhibit inquiries, contact (+632) 929-7993 and 929-7963 or e-mail: exhibits@madridfusionmanila.com.
For details on the Flavors of the Philippines food festival: flavorsofthephilippines1@gmail.com or call (+632) 832-5401.
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Risen Energy Announces Full Year 2015 Results
Risen Energy Co., Ltd, a public limited company organised under the laws of the People's Republic of China, listed on the Shenzhen stock market, and a tier 1, "AAA" credit rated integrated manufacturer of high-performance solar photovoltaic products and provider of total business solutions, today announced its annual report for the year ending December 31, 2015.
Full Year 2015 Financial and Operation Headlines
- Sales revenue of 5.26 billion RMB, an increase of 78% from 2014
- Net Income of 320 million RMB, an increase of 382% from 2014
- Shipments grow to 1246 MWp of solar PV modules and 547 MWp of EPC, BOT and BT solar project installations
The Company continues to demonstrate that their historic prudent financial management is now delivering unequivocal financial benefit to strategic partners, EPC project owners, the Company's own projects and a minimal spot market on an international basis. With regionalised sales and service support structure, in place and expanding, end users are assured of detailed provision of techno-commercial solutions.
Ultramodern highly automated manufacturing infrastructure for cell and module production of 2600 MWp capacity at the end of 2015 which will be increased to 3100 MWp during 2016.
Investment in R&D delivers solar PV cells with efficiencies of 19%+ for polycrystalline and 20%+ for monocrystalline, as well as solar PV modules with the lowest temperature coefficient of power within the industry.
Risen's Group diverse and supporting portfolio of products and services encompasses further segments and industries, covering the 2nd largest producer of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) under the brand of Sveck, LED lighting solutions under the brand of Twinsell, financial services under the brand of Sunallies, an International Real Estate business, and an EPC services organisation, ensure that Risen's financial sensitivity is diluted and not subject to an individual markets whims, with a net effect of long term viability being a pronounced asset for customers and their long term servicing needs.
Clearly the year ahead will prove remarkable as the Company continues to expand from its own cash generation. The guidance for Q1 2016 with a net income prediction of between 160 and 170 million RMB epitomises and re-iterates the growth is managed with long term sustainability as its core objective.
About Risen Energy Co., Ltd
Risen Energy Co., Ltd is a leading, global, tier 1, "AAA" credit rated manufacturer of high-performance solar photovoltaic products and provider of total business solutions for residential, commercial and utility-scale power generation. The Company, founded in 2002 and publicly listed in 2010, compels value generation for its chosen global customers. Techno-commercial innovation, underpinned by consummate quality and support, encircle Risen Energy's total Solar PV business solutions which are among the most powerful and cost effective in the industry. With local market presence, and strong financial bankability status, we are committed, and able, to building strategic, mutually beneficial collaborations with our partners, as together we capitalise on the rising value of green energy.
Full Year 2015 Financial and Operation Headlines
- Sales revenue of 5.26 billion RMB, an increase of 78% from 2014
- Net Income of 320 million RMB, an increase of 382% from 2014
- Shipments grow to 1246 MWp of solar PV modules and 547 MWp of EPC, BOT and BT solar project installations
The Company continues to demonstrate that their historic prudent financial management is now delivering unequivocal financial benefit to strategic partners, EPC project owners, the Company's own projects and a minimal spot market on an international basis. With regionalised sales and service support structure, in place and expanding, end users are assured of detailed provision of techno-commercial solutions.
Ultramodern highly automated manufacturing infrastructure for cell and module production of 2600 MWp capacity at the end of 2015 which will be increased to 3100 MWp during 2016.
Investment in R&D delivers solar PV cells with efficiencies of 19%+ for polycrystalline and 20%+ for monocrystalline, as well as solar PV modules with the lowest temperature coefficient of power within the industry.
Risen's Group diverse and supporting portfolio of products and services encompasses further segments and industries, covering the 2nd largest producer of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) under the brand of Sveck, LED lighting solutions under the brand of Twinsell, financial services under the brand of Sunallies, an International Real Estate business, and an EPC services organisation, ensure that Risen's financial sensitivity is diluted and not subject to an individual markets whims, with a net effect of long term viability being a pronounced asset for customers and their long term servicing needs.
Clearly the year ahead will prove remarkable as the Company continues to expand from its own cash generation. The guidance for Q1 2016 with a net income prediction of between 160 and 170 million RMB epitomises and re-iterates the growth is managed with long term sustainability as its core objective.
About Risen Energy Co., Ltd
Risen Energy Co., Ltd is a leading, global, tier 1, "AAA" credit rated manufacturer of high-performance solar photovoltaic products and provider of total business solutions for residential, commercial and utility-scale power generation. The Company, founded in 2002 and publicly listed in 2010, compels value generation for its chosen global customers. Techno-commercial innovation, underpinned by consummate quality and support, encircle Risen Energy's total Solar PV business solutions which are among the most powerful and cost effective in the industry. With local market presence, and strong financial bankability status, we are committed, and able, to building strategic, mutually beneficial collaborations with our partners, as together we capitalise on the rising value of green energy.
Dentsply Sirona ควบรวมกิจการ มุ่งสร้างบริษัททันตกรรมแบบครบวงจร
Dentsply Sirona Inc. (NASDAQ: XRAY) ประกาศว่าบริษัทประสบความสำเร็จลุล่วงในการควบรวมกิจการระหว่าง DENTSPLY International Inc. ("Dentsply") และ Sirona Dental Systems, Inc. ("Sirona") การควบรวมกิจการระหว่าง DENTSPLY ซึ่งเป็นผู้นำตลาดวัสดุสิ้นเปลืองทางทันตกรรม และ Sirona ซึ่งเป็นบริษัทผู้นำตลาดอุปกรณ์และเทคโนโลยีทันตกรรม ได้สร้างบริษัทผู้ผลิตเทคโนโลยีและผลิตภัณฑ์ทันตกรรมระดับมืออาชีพขนาดใหญ่ที่สุดและมีความหลากหลายมากที่สุดในโลก Dentsply Sirona จะมีสถานะผู้นำและมีแบรนด์ที่ได้รับการยอมรับครอบคลุมทั้งวัสดุสิ้นเปลือง อุปกรณ์เครื่องมือ เทคโนโลยี และผลิตภัณฑ์พิเศษ ซึ่งจะตอบสนองความต้องการของบุคลากรและผู้เชี่ยวชาญในแวดวงทันตกรรม รวมถึงห้องปฏิบัติการด้านทันตกรรม โดยในแต่ละวันมีบุคลากรด้านทันตกรรมใช้ผลิตภัณฑ์ของ Dentspy ถึงราว 600,000 คน ทั้งนี้ Dentsply Sirona จะพัฒนาและสนับสนุนโซลูชั่นทางคลินิกที่ล้ำสมัยและครบวงจรเพื่อช่วยยกระดับการดูแลผู้ป่วย
การควบรวมกิจการครั้งนี้เกิดจากการผนวกบริษัทนวัตกรรมชั้นนำสองแห่งในด้านทันตกรรม ซึ่งแต่ละแห่งมีประวัติความเป็นมายาวนานกว่า 100 ปี บริษัท Dentsply Sirona ที่เกิดจากการควบรวมกิจการนั้น จะมีแพลตฟอร์มด้านการวิจัยและการพัฒนาที่แข็งแกร่งที่สุดและมีขนาดใหญ่ที่สุด โดยประกอบด้วยวิศวกรและนักวิทยาศาสตร์ผู้มีประสบการณ์กว่า 600 คน เพื่อสนับสนุนการพัฒนาบริการด้านทันตกรรมที่รวดเร็วขึ้น ปลอดภัยขึ้น และดีขึ้น
สามารถอ่านข่าวประชาสัมพันธ์ฉบับเต็มและรับชมภาพประกอบข่าวได้ที่ http://www.dentsplysirona.com/en/news/press-releases/corporate/dentsply-sirona-merger-creates-the-dental-solutions-company.html
ติดต่อ: Marion Par-Weixlberger
โทร :+43(0)662-2450-588
อีเมล: marion.par-weixlberger@sirona.com
แหล่งข่าว: Sirona Dental GmbH
Dentsply Sirona: Merger Creates The Dental Solutions Company(TM)
Dentsply Sirona Inc. (NASDAQ: XRAY) today announced that it has successfully completed the merger of equals between DENTSPLY International Inc. ("Dentsply") and Sirona Dental Systems, Inc. ("Sirona"). The merger of DENTSPLY, the market leader in dental consumables and Sirona, the market leader in dental technology and equipment, creates the world's largest and most diversified manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies. Dentsply Sirona will have leading positions and some of the most well-established brands across consumables, equipment, technology, and specialty products to address the needs of dental professionals, specialists and dental labs. Each day, approximately 600,000 dental professionals will use a Dentsply Sirona product. Dentsply Sirona will develop and support innovative end-to-end clinical solutions that advance patient care.
The merger unites the two leading innovators in dental, each with over 100 years of experience. Combined, Dentsply Sirona will have largest and strongest R&D platform with over 600 experienced scientists and engineers to foster the development of better, safer and faster dental care.
Complete press release and images: www.dentsplysirona.com/en/news/press-releases/corporate/dentsply-sirona-merger-creates-the-dental-solutions-company.html
Contact: Marion Par-Weixlberger
T: +43(0)662-2450-588
E: marion.par-weixlberger@sirona.com
Source: Sirona Dental GmbH
Seraphim Solar เปิดตัว “Eclipse” แผงเซลล์แสงอาทิตย์ประสิทธิภาพสูงพร้อมกันทั่วโลก
Seraphim Solar USA Manufacturing, Inc. (หรือ "Seraphim") ภูมิใจแนะนำ "Eclipse" แผงเซลล์แสงอาทิตย์ประสิทธิภาพสูงรุ่นใหม่ของบริษัทสู่ตลาดทั่วโลก โดยจะมีการเปิดตัวผลิตภัณฑ์ที่งาน PV Expo ในประเทศญี่ปุ่น และงานแสดงสินค้าอื่นๆ ซึ่งรวมถึงงาน Ecobuild UK ในสัปดาห์หน้า
แผงเซลล์แสงอาทิตย์ Eclipse ใช้เทคโนโลยีที่เป็นนวัตกรรมเพื่อเพิ่มประสิทธิภาพการออกแบบโมดูลและบัสบาร์
ด้วยการออกแบบบัสบาร์อย่างเป็นอิสระ พื้นที่ทำงานของโมดูลจึงมีขนาดใหญ่ขึ้น เพื่อที่จะแปลงแสงอาทิตย์เป็นพลังงานไฟฟ้าได้มากขึ้นสู่ระดับสูงสุดเท่าที่จะเป็นไปได้ โมดูล Eclipse ผลิตค่าความร้อนได้ 50% เมื่อเทียบกับโมดูลแบบดั้งเดิม จึงช่วยลดผลกระทบจากการเกิดเงามืดบนแผงเซลล์ (hot spot effect) และรับประกันความต่อเนื่องในการผลิตกระแสไฟฟ้า
ผลการทดสอบแสดงให้เห็นว่า Eclipse ผลิตกระแสไฟฟ้าได้มากกว่าโมดูลปกติถึง 15%
สำหรับการติดตั้งบนพื้นที่ขนาดเดียวกัน Eclipse จะช่วยประหยัดพื้นที่ใช้สอยได้ถึง 8% รวมถึงลดต้นทุนแรงงานและ BOS ดังนั้น จึงทำรายได้ให้กับลูกค้าได้มากขึ้น
โพลารีส หลี่ ผู้จัดการทั่วไปของ Seraphim มีความมั่นใจอย่างยิ่งใน Eclipse โดยกล่าวว่า "เทคโนโลยีและการออกแบบที่แปลกใหม่นี้ทำงานร่วมกัน เพื่อเพิ่มกำลังการผลิตโดยรวม แม้ Eclipse ใช้เซลล์แบบปกติ แต่ก็สามารถแปลงพลังงานได้เพิ่มขึ้น 0.5%-4%"
"เมื่อเราเริ่มงานออกแบบและผลิตโมดูลแสงอาทิตย์รุ่นใหม่นี้ เราได้พิจาณาถึงทุกองค์ประกอบของโมดูลแสงอาทิตย์ที่สมบูรณ์แบบ ทั้งประสิทธิภาพการทำงาน ความน่าเชื่อถือ การทนความร้อน การทนต่อการเสื่อมสภาพ (PID) ราคา และอื่นๆ ซึ่งเราได้ท้าทายตัวเองด้วยการมองหาวิธีที่ดีที่สุดและมองการณ์ไกลที่สุดเท่าที่จะเป็นไปได้" จัสติน ซี ผู้จัดการทั่วไประดับโลกกล่าว "Eclipse มีความแตกต่างอย่างมากจากโมดูลรุ่นก่อนๆ ดังเช่นสโลแกนที่ว่า Eclipse มีทุกสิ่งที่คุณต้องการ"
เกี่ยวกับ Seraphim
ในฐานะที่เป็นผู้จัดหาผลิตภัณฑ์โซลาร์เซลล์ชั้นนำ Seraphim มีกำลังการผลิตรวม 1.8 กิกะวัตต์ทั่วโลก (1.5 กิกะวัตต์ในฉางโจว ประเทศจีน และ 300 เมกะวัตต์ในสหรัฐอเมริกา) ณ ปัจจุบัน ผลิตภัณฑ์ของ Seraphim ได้ถูกนำไปใช้งานอย่างกว้างขวางใน 30 ประเทศ Seraphim อุทิศตนให้กับการจัดหาโซลูชันพลังงานสะอาดที่ยั่งยืนแก่ลูกค้า พร้อมให้ผลตอบแทนสูงในระยะยาวต่อสิ่งแวดล้อม
สามารถดูข้อมูลเพิ่มเติมได้ที่ www.seraphim-energy.com
สำหรับการนัดสัมภาษณ์ กรุณาติดต่อ info@seraphim-energy.com
Seraphim Solar Launches Higher Efficiency Module "Eclipse" Globally
Seraphim Solar USA Manufacturing, Inc. (hereafter referred to as "Seraphim"), is proud to introduce our new high efficiency module the "Eclipse" to the global market. The product will be launched at PV Expo in Japan and upcoming exhibitions, including Ecobuild UK in the coming week.
The Eclipse utilizes innovative technology to optimize the busbar and module design.
With the overall busbar-free design, the active working area of the module is enlarged, so as to convert more electricity from sunlight to the maximum extent possible. The Eclipse's generates 50% calorific effect compared to traditional modules, which largely reduces hot spot effects and guarantees continuous electricity generation.
Tests show that the Eclipse generates 15% more output than conventional modules.
For same size power installations, the Eclipse will save 8% floor space, less labor and BOS cost, and ultimately provide more income to customers.
Seraphim's General Manager Polaris Li is very confident in Eclipse. "This new technology and design work together to increase overall power output. Using normal cells, the Eclipse increases the conversion rate by 0.5%-4%."
"When we began work on the on this new solar module, we considered every element that defines a perfect solar module - performance, reliability, heat resistance, PID, price and so on. We then challenged ourselves to find the best, the most forward-looking way possible," said Global Executive General Manager Justin Xi. "Eclipse is radically different from anything before it. As the slogan says - What you want, is all Behind the Eclipse."
About Seraphim
As a leading PV product provider, Seraphim has a global capacity of 1.8GW (1.5GW in Changzhou, China and 300MW in the USA). At present, Seraphim products have been widely applied in 30 countries. Seraphim is dedicated to providing sustainable clean energy solutions for customers with long term high yield environmental impact.
For more information, please visit www.seraphim-energy.com
For interview, please contact info@seraphim-energy.com
NUS food scientists create healthier, diabetic-friendly bread
A team of food scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has successfully formulated a recipe for making healthier bread by adding a natural plant pigment, called anthocyanin, extracted from black rice. This new bread option gets digested at a slower rate -- hence improving blood glucose control -- and is high in antioxidants, among other health benefits. This is the first study where anthocyanin extract has been fortified into a bread product, and the findings open up new possibilities of creating healthier, diabetic-friendly food products.
Bread is a popular staple food for many people around the world. Most breads contain a high amount of rapidly digestible starch, and hence, a high glycemic index, making them unsuitable for diabetic patients. The excessive consumption of bread could increase the risk of overweight and obesity, and their associated diseases, such as Type II diabetes.
The anthocyanin-fortified bread created by NUS researchers could potentially bring health benefits to consumers looking for a healthier option to normal bread. The research findings were published in the journal Food Chemistry in October 2015.
Anthocyanins belong to the group of flavonoids that are naturally occurring pigments in fruits, such as blueberries, as well as grains and vegetables like black rice and purple sweet potatoes. They are responsible for the orange, red, violet, and blue colours observed in nature.
Scientific studies have shown that anthocyanins are rich in antioxidant properties and may help prevent cardiovascular and neurological diseases, cancer, and inflammation. Anthocyanins can also inhibit digestive enzymes, hence reducing blood glucose levels.
Professor Zhou Weibiao, Director of the Food Science and Technology Programme at the NUS Faculty of Science, said, "Despite their benefits, the knowledge of using anthocyanins as an ingredient in food products, particularly semi-solid products, is very limited. Hence, we wanted to explore the feasibility of fortifying anthocyanins into bread, to understand how it affects digestibility and its impact on the various quality attributes of bread."
Dr Sui Xiaonan, a recent PhD graduate from the Food Science and Technology Programme at NUS and first author of the study said, "Reducing the digestion rate of the bread will lead to a lower glycemic index and slower absorption of the bread's carbohydrates. This usually suggests a lower insulin demand, and could potentially improve long-term blood glucose control."
The NUS team, led by Prof Zhou, found that digestion rates of the anthocyanin-fortified bread reduced by 12.8 percent, when 1 per cent of anthocyanin extract was added into the bread dough and baked at the optimal condition of 200 degrees Celsius for 8 minutes. The digestion rate dropped further to 20.5 per cent, with 4 per cent of anthocyanin extract.
The team also wanted to explore incorporating anthocyanins into bread to improve its value as a health-promoting food. They had previously conducted a study in 2014 to examine the degradation of anthocyanins during baking. They found that more than 80 per cent of the antioxidant capacity was retained in the bread crust and crumb, even when baked at temperatures as high as 240 degrees Celsius for up to 12 minutes.
"Our results demonstrate that it is indeed feasible to create functional food products through anthocyanin fortification, using bread as an example. We hope to conduct further studies to incorporate anthocyanins into other food items, such as biscuits. Our team is also keen to explore opportunities to work with industry partners to introduce the anthocyanin-fortified bread to the market," Prof Zhou said.
MEDIA CONTACT:
GOH Yu Chong
Manager, Media Relations
Office of Corporate Relations
National University of Singapore
Tel: (65) 6601-1653
Email: yuchong.goh@nus.edu.sg
Logo - http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20151130/8521508170LOGO
Bread is a popular staple food for many people around the world. Most breads contain a high amount of rapidly digestible starch, and hence, a high glycemic index, making them unsuitable for diabetic patients. The excessive consumption of bread could increase the risk of overweight and obesity, and their associated diseases, such as Type II diabetes.
The anthocyanin-fortified bread created by NUS researchers could potentially bring health benefits to consumers looking for a healthier option to normal bread. The research findings were published in the journal Food Chemistry in October 2015.
Anthocyanins belong to the group of flavonoids that are naturally occurring pigments in fruits, such as blueberries, as well as grains and vegetables like black rice and purple sweet potatoes. They are responsible for the orange, red, violet, and blue colours observed in nature.
Scientific studies have shown that anthocyanins are rich in antioxidant properties and may help prevent cardiovascular and neurological diseases, cancer, and inflammation. Anthocyanins can also inhibit digestive enzymes, hence reducing blood glucose levels.
Professor Zhou Weibiao, Director of the Food Science and Technology Programme at the NUS Faculty of Science, said, "Despite their benefits, the knowledge of using anthocyanins as an ingredient in food products, particularly semi-solid products, is very limited. Hence, we wanted to explore the feasibility of fortifying anthocyanins into bread, to understand how it affects digestibility and its impact on the various quality attributes of bread."
Dr Sui Xiaonan, a recent PhD graduate from the Food Science and Technology Programme at NUS and first author of the study said, "Reducing the digestion rate of the bread will lead to a lower glycemic index and slower absorption of the bread's carbohydrates. This usually suggests a lower insulin demand, and could potentially improve long-term blood glucose control."
The NUS team, led by Prof Zhou, found that digestion rates of the anthocyanin-fortified bread reduced by 12.8 percent, when 1 per cent of anthocyanin extract was added into the bread dough and baked at the optimal condition of 200 degrees Celsius for 8 minutes. The digestion rate dropped further to 20.5 per cent, with 4 per cent of anthocyanin extract.
The team also wanted to explore incorporating anthocyanins into bread to improve its value as a health-promoting food. They had previously conducted a study in 2014 to examine the degradation of anthocyanins during baking. They found that more than 80 per cent of the antioxidant capacity was retained in the bread crust and crumb, even when baked at temperatures as high as 240 degrees Celsius for up to 12 minutes.
"Our results demonstrate that it is indeed feasible to create functional food products through anthocyanin fortification, using bread as an example. We hope to conduct further studies to incorporate anthocyanins into other food items, such as biscuits. Our team is also keen to explore opportunities to work with industry partners to introduce the anthocyanin-fortified bread to the market," Prof Zhou said.
MEDIA CONTACT:
GOH Yu Chong
Manager, Media Relations
Office of Corporate Relations
National University of Singapore
Tel: (65) 6601-1653
Email: yuchong.goh@nus.edu.sg
Logo - http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20151130/8521508170LOGO
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