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India Gazette
5 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Thales unveils inflight entertainment & services lab in Bengaluru
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 5 (ANI): Global technology major Thales, on Thursday, unveiled a state-of-the-art Inflight Entertainment (IFE) and Services lab at its Engineering Competence Centre (ECC) in Bengaluru, the company said in a release. According to the global tech giant, the lab is equipped with advanced tools to support and serve airlines in India and around the world. This lab will serve as a hub for the design, development, and testing of next-generation IFE systems. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of Honourable Minister of Industries, Government of Karnataka, MB Patil; Consul General of France in Bengaluru, Mr Marc Lamy; and executives from Air India and the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry, along with Olivier Flous, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Digital Transformation, and Francois Colonna, Director Engineering Competence Centre, Bengaluru from Thales, among other dignitaries. The company added in the release that Thales's Engineering Competence Centre in Bengaluru is a key force driving the development of advanced aerospace and defence solutions. With the addition of the new IFE and Services lab, Thales is further expanding its R&D capabilities in India, supporting the country's journey to become a global innovation hub for civil aviation. This state-of-the-art facility replicates an aircraft equipped with an IFE system, allowing for comprehensive testing and an immersive customer experience review. The lab is a hub for software design, development, and rigorous testing crucial for secure aircraft data deployment, alongside meticulous hardware inspection and testing. Commenting on the inauguration, Karnataka Minister MB Patil said, 'Thales's footprint in India, particularly here in Bengaluru, is already substantial and has been contributing significantly towards the growth of aerospace, defence and cybersecurity & digital identity for years. Their Engineering Competence Centre has become an integral part of the local industry.' 'The inauguration of this IFE (Inflight Entertainment) and services lab is a moment of immense pride, reflecting the vibrant spirit of innovation and partnership that defines both our nations, France and India. This perfectly embodies the spirit of the upcoming year 2026, designated by President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the 'Indo-French Year of Innovation',' said Marc Lamy, Consul General of France in Bengaluru. Olivier Flous, Senior Vice President, Engineering & Digital Transformation, Thales, said, 'This new facility at our Engineering Competence Centre in Bengaluru underscores our commitment to the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' vision, developing future-ready aviation technologies in India, for India, and for the world. We look forward to continuing to leverage our global technological expertise and India's vast talent pool to foster a robust local civil aviation ecosystem.' Thales is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion. (ANI)
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TruGolf Links Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary at New York International Franchise Expo
Over 160 units in Development Salt Lake City, Utah, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TruGolf Links Franchising, LLC, ('TruGolf'), wholly owned by TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG), the leading provider of golf simulator software and hardware, announced today it will be exhibiting at the New York International Franchise Expo in New York City on May 29, 2025 at booth 409. The booth will feature a live TruGolf simulator, running our latest APEX software, and LaunchBox hardware hosting a Closest to the Pin contest with IFE attendees. Since beginning operations one year ago, TruGolf Links Franchising has signed agreements to bring over 160 units to market in Illinois, New Jersey, Tennessee, and New York. TruGolf expects the first franchise locations will open their doors in the coming months. On hand at the TruGolf booth will be members of its Presidents Circle of Franchisees, including Nick Reimondo, Regional Developer for Central New Jersey. Nick aims to bring the concept to the East Coast, fueling the indoor golf simulator scene with the most modernized technology. Bob Earley, franchisee from Chicago, is excited to bring TruGolf Links' unique technology to his market for people of all skill levels and experience. Gio Dinsay, representing Long Island, NY, is eager to align performance, recreation, and rehabilitation in a powerful way with TruGolf Links. If you are interested in learning more about TruGolf Links Franchise, please come to the show and visit with us at our booth. For more information about TruGolf Links, visit or contact Andrew Johnson, Vice President of Franchising, at andrewj@ Connect on the brand's social pages by visiting and/or About TruGolf, Inc. Since 1983, TruGolf has been passionate about driving the golf industry with innovative indoor golf solutions. TruGolf builds products that capture the spirit of golf. TruGolf's mission is to help grow the game by attempting to make it more Available, Approachable, and Affordable through technology - because TruGolf believes Golf is for Everyone. TruGolf's team has built award- winning video games ('Links'), innovative hardware solutions, and an all-new e-sports platform to connect golfers around the world with E6 CONNECT. Since TruGolf's beginning, TruGolf has continued to attempt to define and redefine what is possible with golf technology. About TruGolf Links Franchising While the company offers individual franchises, the focus of its expansion efforts is with Regional Developers who acquire a territory of 1M or more in population, open a flagship location within that territory, then develop the territory with additional units they own or with independent franchisees. Regional Developers are compensated for attracting franchisees and providing support locally to all TruGolf Links locations within their territory. For more information about TruGolf Links franchise program, visit: CONTACTS: Brenner Adams b@ (801) 298-1997 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
Zawya
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordanian food manufacturers expand into UK market at IFE 2025
AMMAN: A delegation of Jordanian food manufacturers has launched a focused effort to enter the UK market by participating in the International Food & Drink Event 2025 (IFE) in London, which began Monday evening. The three-day exhibition serves as a key platform for Jordanian companies to present a wide range of products, including confectionery, baked goods, spices, nuts, and specialty foods, to a global audience of buyers and distributors, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. President of the Jordan Exporters Association Ahmad Khudari stressed the importance of the event in fostering new trade relationships and expanding market access. He highlighted the goal of creating direct connections with international buyers and distributors to showcase the high quality and competitive edge of Jordanian food products, referring to the event's role in business development, especially in the growing halal food sector. He highlighted that expanding export markets is "crucial" for boosting domestic production, industrial growth, attracting foreign investment, and improving the country's trade balance. General Manager of the Jordan Exporters Association Halim Abu Rahma revealed "strong interest" from buyers, pointing out that the event is providing Jordanian companies with an "excellent" opportunity to demonstrate their product innovation and high standards. He also emphasised the association's commitment to helping Jordanian exporters reach key international trade shows, diversifying markets, and exploring new trade avenues. The UK market, with its large Arab and Muslim consumer base, was described as strategically important, particularly following Brexit. Abu Rahma encouraged companies to leverage the Jordan-UK free trade agreement to establish a "solid" presence in this market. The exhibition features 1,500 exhibitors and is expected to attract 30,000 buyers and distributors from over 105 countries. The Jordan-UK Partnership Agreement, which began in 2021, aims to enhance bilateral trade by offering tariff-free access for Jordanian products. Last year, trade between the two nations reached JD303 million, with Jordanian exports contributing JD62 million, indicating "substantial" potential for growth. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan Times
18-03-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Jordanian food manufacturers expand into UK market at IFE 2025
The three-day exhibition serves as a key platform for Jordanian companies to present a wide range of products (Petra photo) AMMAN — A delegation of Jordanian food manufacturers has launched a focused effort to enter the UK market by participating in the International Food & Drink Event 2025 (IFE) in London, which began Monday evening. The three-day exhibition serves as a key platform for Jordanian companies to present a wide range of products, including confectionery, baked goods, spices, nuts, and specialty foods, to a global audience of buyers and distributors, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. President of the Jordan Exporters Association Ahmad Khudari stressed the importance of the event in fostering new trade relationships and expanding market access. He highlighted the goal of creating direct connections with international buyers and distributors to showcase the high quality and competitive edge of Jordanian food products, referring to the event's role in business development, especially in the growing halal food sector. He highlighted that expanding export markets is "crucial" for boosting domestic production, industrial growth, attracting foreign investment, and improving the country's trade balance. General Manager of the Jordan Exporters Association Halim Abu Rahma revealed "strong interest" from buyers, pointing out that the event is providing Jordanian companies with an "excellent" opportunity to demonstrate their product innovation and high standards. He also emphasised the association's commitment to helping Jordanian exporters reach key international trade shows, diversifying markets, and exploring new trade avenues. The UK market, with its large Arab and Muslim consumer base, was described as strategically important, particularly following Brexit. Abu Rahma encouraged companies to leverage the Jordan-UK free trade agreement to establish a "solid" presence in this market. The exhibition features 1,500 exhibitors and is expected to attract 30,000 buyers and distributors from over 105 countries. The Jordan-UK Partnership Agreement, which began in 2021, aims to enhance bilateral trade by offering tariff-free access for Jordanian products. Last year, trade between the two nations reached JD303 million, with Jordanian exports contributing JD62 million, indicating "substantial" potential for growth.
CNN
14-03-2025
- Business
- CNN
Air Canada apologizes after Israel erased from the map on some of its planes
Air Canada has apologized after it emerged that some of its fleet displayed maps that appeared to have erased Israel. The carrier's Boeing 737 MAX fleet were found to have moving maps — part of the in flight entertainment (IFE) system — that did not show Israel as a state, but replaced it with the name 'Palestinian territories.' The maps have been deactivated while they are updated. The discrepancy was first noticed by a passenger who flagged it to the company. Air Canada said in a statement that it was found on 40 of its Boeing 737 aircraft. According to the airline's website, there are 43 737 MAX twinjets in the fleet of more than 350 total aircraft. The IFE in question had been produced by French aerospace group Thales, while the map itself had been produced for Thales by an external company, which has not been named. Air Canada and Thales said in a joint statement, shared with CNN on Thursday, that the issue had been 'resolved.' 'It was brought to the attention of Air Canada that the interactive map on its Boeing 737 fleet did not consistently portray certain Middle Eastern boundaries, including those of the State of Israel, at all amplification levels,' the statement said. 'Air Canada's policy in general is to display only city names on the maps in its aircraft, and the configuration on this particular system was not compliant with this policy.' The map function was immediately disabled on the aircraft, it added, and the airline has been working with Thales and the map provider to reprogram the planes. A rectified map will be installed on the fleet from March 14. 'Air Canada and Thales apologize for the unease created by this situation,' it concluded. Thales added in a separate statement that the map had been provided by a third party. 'Thales is working closely with the airline and the involved third-party to remediate this regrettable issue as soon possible,' they said. It's not the first time the issue has raised its head in aviation. In 2024, JetBlue apologized after a similar issue with its moving map. The airline said it was switching to another moving map provider, and had asked the old one to 'adjust [the map] so that it aligns with the US government's map guidance for the region.' British Airways had a similar incident in 2013. In 2018, following a similar incident, SWISS confirmed that its policy is to turn off maps entirely when coming in to land at Tel Aviv.
