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Southwest Has a Strict New Safety Rule About Chargers—What Travelers Should Know
Southwest Airlines has enacted a new rule around using portable chargers in flight. All passengers must keep chargers out and in their sight while in use, starting May 28. The new policy follows portable charger bans from airlines based in dozens of recalls and safety incidents involving exploding portable charging devices, one airline is making a major Airlines now require passengers to keep portable battery chargers in their sight and out of any bags or storage areas while being used. Popular among travelers for keeping a phone battery or other electronics fully charged, battery packs have grown in popularity, however some of the devices have been recalled or led to hazardous outcomes. The updated policy took effect on May 28, a Southwest Airlines spokesperson confirmed to Travel + Leisure. 'When a portable charger/power bank is used during a flight, it must be out of any baggage and remain in plain sight,' Southwest Airlines shares about the policy. The airline said that keeping power banks visible and away from contact with items in a bag can help keep the entire aircraft safe. 'Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of its Customers and Employees,' a Southwest Airlines spokesperson shared with T+L. The good news for Southwest passengers is that the airline introduced USB ports on its aircraft in 2023, and the ports include both USB-A and USB-C, which means a battery charging device isn't always necessary. The policy change comes as other airlines have also placed restrictions on portable chargers and lithium batteries. For example, Malaysia-based AirAsia announced a ban on the portable chargers which took effect on April 1, and Thailand-based Thai Airways also started a similar policy on March 15. Wireless portable power chargers have also been subject to recall. For example, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recently published a "replace" advisory for 429,000 Casely Wireless Portable Power Banks due to overheating, igniting, and burn 2019, the agency published another alert for other power bank chargers that were small enough to fit on a key ring. In addition to portable battery chargers, airlines also have restrictions for batteries themselves. For example, American Airlines restricts passengers to only have four spare batteries in a carry-on bag when they are less than 100Wh. The airline currently prohibits any damaged batteries or automobile batteries from being checked or carried on aircraft due to potential danger. Read the original article on Travel & Leisure
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Travel + Leisure
a day ago
- Health
- Travel + Leisure
Southwest Has a Strict New Safety Rule About Chargers
After dozens of recalls and safety incidents involving exploding portable charging devices, one airline is making a major change. Southwest Airlines now require passengers to keep portable battery chargers in their sight and out of any bags or storage areas while being used. Popular among travelers for keeping a phone battery or other electronics fully charged, battery packs have grown in popularity, however some of the devices have been recalled or led to hazardous outcomes. The updated policy took effect on May 28, a Southwest Airlines spokesperson confirmed to Travel + Leisure. 'When a portable charger/power bank is used during a flight, it must be out of any baggage and remain in plain sight,' Southwest Airlines shares about the policy. The airline said that keeping power banks visible and away from contact with items in a bag can help keep the entire aircraft safe. 'Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of its Customers and Employees,' a Southwest Airlines spokesperson shared with T+L. The good news for Southwest passengers is that the airline introduced USB ports on its aircraft in 2023, and the ports include both USB-A and USB-C, which means a battery charging device isn't always necessary. The policy change comes as other airlines have also placed restrictions on portable chargers and lithium batteries. For example, Malaysia-based AirAsia announced a ban on the portable chargers which took effect on April 1, and Thailand-based Thai Airways also started a similar policy on March 15. Wireless portable power chargers have also been subject to recall. For example, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recently published a "replace" advisory for 429,000 Casely Wireless Portable Power Banks due to overheating, igniting, and burn hazards. In 2019, the agency published another alert for other power bank chargers that were small enough to fit on a key ring. In addition to portable battery chargers, airlines also have restrictions for batteries themselves. For example, American Airlines restricts passengers to only have four spare batteries in a carry-on bag when they are less than 100Wh. The airline currently prohibits any damaged batteries or automobile batteries from being checked or carried on aircraft due to potential danger.
Straits Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
‘I have pieces I've worn for years': Zoe Tay helps open iRoo's first eco-conscious outlet store
Veteran local actress Zoe Tay at the launch of Taiwanese fashion label iRoo's first outlet store in IMM as a VIP guest. PHOTO: IROO SINGAPORE – To veteran local actress Zoe Tay, sustainability does not begin and end with recycling bins or buzzwords. It starts in the wardrobe. 'I have pieces I've worn for years,' says the 57-year-old. 'Even if I rewear them, I'll style them differently. If it's well made and timeless, why not?' Among her favourites is a pair of jeans from Coterie – a label by Malaysia-based Singaporean fashion designer Celest Thoi – that she continues to reach for. While Tay says she has a soft spot for bags, she is just as quick to pass them on. 'Some of them, I give to my niece and nephew, in-laws or assistant,' she says. 'There're so many. I used to keep them all hidden in my wardrobe cabinets. But when I finally displayed them, I realised I had a lot of duplicates.' She has also contributed to donation drives, such as one organised by Channel 8 that collected celebrity fashion items to be resold. 'I think the important thing is when you re-give your items and people enjoy them.' The black-clad Mediacorp artiste was speaking to The Straits Times at the opening of Taiwanese fashion brand iRoo's first outlet store at Singapore's largest outlet mall IMM on May 23. iRoo has opened its first outlet store at IMM in Jurong. PHOTO: IROO The womenswear label founded in 1999, with more than 70 branches in Taiwan, is best known for its fast-turning weekly collections. Its fifth and newest 1,600 sq ft boutique in Singapore – which offers pieces from past seasons' collections at prices at least 40 per cent off – marks a more reflective chapter. Not only is it the brand's first outlet store, but it also introduces iRoo's first tentative steps into sustainability through a creative collaboration with Singaporean eco-innovation company Wynist. Under the initiative, Repurposing Waste For A Greener Future, the IMM outlet store showcases fixtures, hangers and even sunglasses made from compressed textile waste and discarded coffee grounds. Each display table, for instance, is made from 25kg of repurposed fabric waste – none of it iRoo's own, but a symbolic start to a wider ambition. Taiwanese fashion label iRoo's first outlet store in IMM spans 1,600 sq ft. PHOTO: IROO 'I'm drawn to a monochromatic palette – black, white, grey. My wardrobe is full of these colours,' says Tay, who was invited to the launch as a VIP guest, gesturing to the tailored blouse and belted skirt she had selected from iRoo's current collection for the occasion. But the actress' latest role – as formidable matriarch Liu Xiuniang in the Mediacorp Peranakan period drama Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story (2025) – did nudge her out of her monochrome comfort zone. She says each character had a distinct palette, thoughtfully assigned by the production team to reflect his or her personality. 'This was my first time dressing up as a Nonya,' adds Tay, who is Teochew and Cantonese. 'My colour was green.' Actresses Zoe Tay (centre, wearing a green kebaya labuh) and Jesseca Liu (right) in Emerald Hill – The Little Nyonya Story. PHOTO: MEDIACORP Of all her on-screen outfits, one in particular stood out. 'The first one I wore – that long coat – it was very hot,' she says, referring to the kebaya labuh, a traditional full-length kebaya often associated with older women. 'But the colour lent so much vibrance to the character and the whole image.' Tay's openness to evolving with time – and staying true to what feels authentic – mirrors iRoo's new direction. Ms Emily Huang, chief operating officer of iRoo International, says: 'Sustainability often clashes with lifestyle. We travel, we shop – and that creates tension with the idea of a carbon-free blueprint. But we wanted to find a balance.' According to her, iRoo's production model has always diverged from traditional fast fashion. 'We don't do mass production,' she says. 'We release only about 20 styles a week – not 1,000 pieces like other brands – and we produce in limited quantities. If consumers respond well, we replenish. So, there's more variety, but also less waste.' Ms Emily Huang (left), chief operating officer of iRoo International, and actress Zoe Tay. PHOTO: IROO 'Singapore is always the first step for our brand to step out of its comfort zone,' adds Ms Huang, adding that iRoo's debut here in 2010 was a strategic move that established the city as a test bed for international growth. 'That's why our headquarters decided to launch this new concept – sustainability – in Singapore first. The next step is to bring it to other South-east Asian markets such as Malaysia and Vietnam.' Her goal? To one day recycle iRoo's leftover fabrics and unsold goods into store fixtures like hangers and tables. Whether this circular ambition becomes reality remains to be seen. In the store's quiet backroom, rows of conventional plastic hangers still line the racks – a quiet reminder that sustainability, like style, is a work in progress. iRoo's outlet store is at 01-112 IMM, 2 Jurong East Street 21. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Navis Capital exits Godaco Seafood in management buyout
Malaysia-based investor Navis Capital Partners has exited its entire controlling stake in Vietnam's Godaco Seafood through a management buyout. Founded in 1997 and based in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam, Godaco is one of the country's largest exporters of pangasius, or freshwater catfish. Apart from its domestic market, the seafood processor and distributor currently supplies to more than 70 countries and regions, including China, Europe, the Middle East, South America and South East Asia. Navis managing partner Nicholas Bloy said in a statement: 'Godaco has evolved from a medium-sized pangasius processor to a leading and fully integrated seafood company with globally competitive quality and pricing. "Our partnership with the founder and CEO Mr. Dao has been excellent and we wish the entire management team great success as they move into their next chapter of development." Godaco operates an integrated platform encompassing an in-house feed mill, farms, primary and value-added processing plants, and cold storage facilities. The investor added that this type of structure ensures traceability, consistency, and quality, while maintaining globally 'competitive' production costs. Under its guidance, Navis said Godaco made 'strategic investments" in expanding farm operations and its feed capabilities. Furthermore, the PE firm invested in the development of additional primary processing, by-product processing and a cooking facility for the production of ready-to-cook meals. 'These investments catapulted Godaco into one of the leading and fastest-growing seafood companies in Vietnam allowing it to diversify its product mix and to reduce its exposure to the volatile commodity cycle common in the industry,' the firm said. The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) estimates Vietnam's pangasius exports reached more than $2bn in 2024, up 10% from the previous year. Pangasius exports also accounted for 20% of the country's total seafood export value, the trade body said. Looking ahead, VASEP forecasts pangasius exports from Vietnam will grow by 5-10% in 2025, driven by its competitive edge over other whitefish from countries such as Russia and China. "Navis Capital exits Godaco Seafood in management buyout" was originally created and published by Just Food, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error 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
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2 days ago
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Navis Capital exits Godaco Seafood in management buyout
Malaysia-based investor Navis Capital Partners has exited its entire controlling stake in Vietnam's Godaco Seafood through a management buyout. Founded in 1997 and based in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam, Godaco is one of the country's largest exporters of pangasius, or freshwater catfish. Apart from its domestic market, the seafood processor and distributor currently supplies to more than 70 countries and regions, including China, Europe, the Middle East, South America and South East Asia. Navis managing partner Nicholas Bloy said in a statement: 'Godaco has evolved from a medium-sized pangasius processor to a leading and fully integrated seafood company with globally competitive quality and pricing. "Our partnership with the founder and CEO Mr. Dao has been excellent and we wish the entire management team great success as they move into their next chapter of development." Godaco operates an integrated platform encompassing an in-house feed mill, farms, primary and value-added processing plants, and cold storage facilities. The investor added that this type of structure ensures traceability, consistency, and quality, while maintaining globally 'competitive' production costs. Under its guidance, Navis said Godaco made 'strategic investments" in expanding farm operations and its feed capabilities. Furthermore, the PE firm invested in the development of additional primary processing, by-product processing and a cooking facility for the production of ready-to-cook meals. 'These investments catapulted Godaco into one of the leading and fastest-growing seafood companies in Vietnam allowing it to diversify its product mix and to reduce its exposure to the volatile commodity cycle common in the industry,' the firm said. The Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) estimates Vietnam's pangasius exports reached more than $2bn in 2024, up 10% from the previous year. Pangasius exports also accounted for 20% of the country's total seafood export value, the trade body said. Looking ahead, VASEP forecasts pangasius exports from Vietnam will grow by 5-10% in 2025, driven by its competitive edge over other whitefish from countries such as Russia and China. "Navis Capital exits Godaco Seafood in management buyout" was originally created and published by Just Food, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error 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
