Season 2 of Yamaha Motor’s Original Short Anime “Master of Torque” Released

IWATA, Japan, April 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo: 7272) has globally released the second season of “Master of Torque,” an original short anime series for entertainment purposes initially released online from the spring through the summer of 2014.

The Master of Torque anime is set in Tokyo in the near future and tells the fictional story of a group of young motorcycle riders. It is meant to help communicate the fun of motorcycles to younger people, primarily in their teens and twenties.

Taking place around globally recognized sources of modern Japanese culture that lie along Route 246 in Tokyo, like Aoyama, Omote-sando and Shibuya, the Master of Torque anime paints a vivid picture of the joys of motorcycles and the lifestyle they can bring by highlighting the unique characteristics of Yamaha’s MT Series of motorcycles, all within the context of a dramatic story depicting the conflicts and confrontations between the colorful cast of characters.

The anime’s production combines the storytelling and techniques of Japanese animation that are popular among young people around the world today and the talent of several accomplished anime voice actors. The result is a full-fledged piece of entertainment representing a uniquely Yamaha form of communication to young people around the world.

Special site (English): http://global.yamaha-motor.com/showroom/mt

Special site (Japanese): http://global.yamaha-motor.com/jp/showroom/mt/

Official YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/YamahaMotorcompany

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TOYOTA MOTOR Launches Global Street Music Campaign, ‘Feeling the Street’

TOKYO, March 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION announced on March 18 the launch of “Feeling the Street,” a global street music initiative. Around the world, some of the most vibrant musical performances take place on street corners. That talent now has a home with the launch of “Feeling the Street” (www.feelingthestreet.com), an online campaign that celebrates some of the world’s best buskers.

TOYOTA for the first time gives the general public a chance to select the world’s best street performers by voting for their favorite artists to create an ultimate Global Street Band.

Realizing that TOYOTA shares the streets with talented musicians on every continent, a platform was created to give these amazing performers an opportunity for global exposure.

For the next nine weeks, street musicians will be able to enter the competition. Visitors to the site can choose their favorite performers and help to decide which six individuals they would like to see in a Global Street Band.

Three phases of competition:

Phase 1 — “Enter and Vote”: Musicians can enter by submitting an original video where they show their skills, playing an original song on their street corner. A global online audience will then vote by throwing money in the hats of the musicians they like most.

Phase 2 — “Pick your band”: The audience will be able to pick a combination of the six favorite artists they would most like to see come together. Phase 2 runs from May until June, 2015.

Phase 3 — “Taking the Global Street Band on the road”: The winning participants will travel to New Zealand for a nine-day tour across the country that will culminate in a live performance on stage. Six audience winners will also be selected as ‘Roadies’ to travel with the band. Phase 3 runs from June 13 until 20, 2015.

Images: http://www.image.net/feelingthestreet

About TOYOTA:

One of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers. TOYOTA’s global vision includes a commitment to quality, constant innovation and respect for the planet. The company aims to exceed expectations to be rewarded with a smile.

Official Campaign Website: www.feelingthestreet.com

Facebook: facebook.com/FeelingTheStreet

Twitter: twitter.com/FeelingTheSt

Instagram: instagram.com/FeelingTheStreet/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeNp1JEL95ex3XKtZgcAHSw

Official Hashtag: #feelingthestreet

Contact:

Yasuhiro Imai / Kozue Takenaka
Toyota Smile Project Office
Toyota Motor Sales & Marketing Corporation
+81-565-23-0726
toyotasmileproject@tmsm.co.jp

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Neusoft Showcases Innovative Automotive Electronics and Healthcare Products at CeBIT 2015 in Hannover, Germany

HANNOVER, Germany, March 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Neusoft Corporation (“Neusoft”, SSE: 600718), a leading IT solution and service provider from China, attended the CeBIT 2015 in Hannover, Germany, showcasing its IT technologies and products in the fields of automotive electronics and healthcare, under the theme of “Innovation Drives Sustainable Growth of Society”. As the only software company in China delegation at CeBIT 2015, Neusoft demonstrated its passion for innovation in the new information era and its continuous engagement to further promote ChinaGermany cooperation by information technologies.

In the field of automotive electronics, Neusoft has become a global leading In-Vehicle Infotainment system provider. Its software is running in many top automobile brands worldwide. The C3-Alfus™ infotainment system, One Core®navigation solution, and the advanced driver assistance system are Neusoft’s key innovative products showcased at the exhibition. Among these products, One Core® received hot attention on the exhibition. It was co-developed by Neusoft’s R&D teams in China and Germany, which is the world’s first available navigation solution to cover the entire global market with one and the same navigation core system.

Another highlight of Neusoft at the exhibition was its healthcare ecosystem, which integrates medical equipments, healthcare IT solutions and health management services. It is dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and healthcare services by applying emerging IT technologies. Neusoft’s Xikang Healthcare Management business is committed to enabling more people to enjoy convenient and cost-efficient healthcare management services by integrating Internet of Things, healthcare cloud platforms and outstanding medical resources. Neusoft exhibited its wearable devices and other monitoring terminals, such as the intelligent healthcare wristwatch, sleep monitor, Healthcare Pad, etc., and these terminals are an important part in the healthcare ecosystem.

The China Germany ICT Summit was held on the opening day of CeBIT 2015 under the theme of “Software Defines the World”. Dr. Liu Jiren, Chairman & CEO of Neusoft, delivered a speech on the topic of “Information Technology-enabled Innovations Promote Social Development”. In his speech, Dr. Liu mentioned that the hyper-connectivity brought by emerging information technologies is transforming our world, and supporting society to address the challenges of sustainable development. The Internet is transforming almost every industry, and information consumption has become one of the new engines of economic growth. Over the past 20 years, Neusoft has been dedicated to driving social development with IT-enabled innovations, especially in the fields of healthcare and automotive information system. As globalization has entered into an information era, the Industry 4.0 in Germany and the Internet + in China have brought more common ground and complementary advantages for the two countries in the aspects of social and economic development. With information technology as a bridge, the two countries will embrace more promising cooperation in many sectors in the future.

Under the theme of d!conomy, this year’s CeBIT attracted over 3,000 companies from over 70 countries around the globe. As a partner country of the exhibition, China had a large delegation of companies participating in this event. As the representatives of Chinese enterprises that have the latest technologies and innovations, Neusoft and other leading companies, including Alibaba and Huawei, etc., showcased their products and services to the world.

About Neusoft

As an IT solutions & services provider in China, Neusoft has been dedicated to promoting social development by innovative IT technologies, to create new lifestyle for individuals and to create values for the society. Founded in 1991, the company currently employs a total of 20,000 employees and has set up 8 regional headquarters, 10 software R&D bases, 16 software development and technology support centers and a comprehensive marketing & service network in over 60 cities across China. In addition, the company has set up subsidiaries in the US, Japan, Europe, Middle East and South America. For more information, please visit www.neusoft.com

For more information, please contact:

Terry Du
Branding & Marketing Management Center
Neusoft Corporation
Phone: +86-24-8366-2306
Email: duch@neusoft.com

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BORGWARD Receives Award for Innovative Exhibition Stand Concept

GENEVA, March 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — BORGWARD receives an especially coveted award at its first appearance at the Geneva Motor Show in 55 years: as one of the three manufacturers awarded by the Club de Publicite et de Communication de Geneve (CPG) for their stand concepts every year, BORGWARD received a special mentioning for its particularly innovative and welcoming presentation at the show.

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Amongst the criteria applied by the members of the expert jury, consisting of communication, advertising and marketing professionals, are originality, exhibition technology and content.

“We are exceedingly proud that our return to Geneva has been crowned with this award,” says Karlheinz L. Knoss, Vice President and CEO, BORGWARD AG. “It was a great honour for us to announce BORGWARD’s comeback in Geneva, and we would like to express our sincere appreciation to the organisers for their tremendous support. This success underlines BORGWARD’s ability to demonstrate creativity and innovation in and beyond automotive construction. We are already looking forward to the IAA show in Frankfurt.”

The imaginative booth concept proved popular not only with visitors to the Salon, but also with the Creativity Awards jury. Its members praised the clever mix of communication tools comprising tablets and a multimedia table, combined with a welcoming atmosphere that invited visitors to linger and browse. The booth’s rear wall in the form of an LED projection screen, depicting scenes from the past alongside graphic elements of the new BORGWARD corporate identity, further contributed to the brand’s successful presentation.

The full press release is available here.

Further information 

Lena Siep
Head of Global Communications
BORGWARD AG

Phone  +41(0)78-925-3316
E-mail  media@borgward.com
Website  http://www.borgward.com
Facebook  http://www.facebook.com/borgward.official
Twitter  @borgward_ag

Classic & Sports Car – The London Show

LONDON, March 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ —

  • All-new London classic car show brought to you by the world’s best-selling classic car magazine, Classic & Sports Car
  • Classic & Sports Car – The London Show will feature more than 300 of the world’s most prestigious classic cars
  • Event held at Alexandra Palace, one of London’s most famous venues, offering dramatic views of the capital
  • Show runs from 30th October to 1st November 2015.
    Tickets on sale 1st June.

More than 300 of the world’s rarest and most valuable classic cars will descend on one of London’s most famous venues thanks to an all-new historic motoring event: Classic & Sports Car – The London Show. 

https://youtu.be/_8hTwiBKHDM

Brought to you by the experts behind the world’s best-selling classic car magazine, Classic & Sports Car, this new show will bring together motoring icons from world-famous collectors, manufacturers and classic car retailers. Running from 30th October to 1st November 2015, the home of Classic & Sports Car – The London Show will be Alexandra Palace, one of the capital’s most famous venues; birthplace of the BBC’s first broadcast and a venue offering panoramic views of London.

Embodying the values of Classic & Sports Car magazine, Classic & Sports Car – The London Show will bond together all enthusiasts. James Elliott, group editor, Classic & Sports Car magazine explained: “We are putting everything we know into this show. At Classic & Sports Car, passion counts for everything. Whether you’re one of the world’s richest collectors or simply a classic car enthusiast, you’ll be warmly welcomed at Alexandra Palace.”

Classic & Sports Car – The London Show has been timed to coincide with The Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run and Regent Street Motor Show, when London is a magnet for global enthusiasts. Sir Stirling Moss OBE said: “To me, London is the centre of the world and it’s essential that it has a top-quality classic car show. Alexandra Palace is the perfect venue and, with Classic & Sports Car being the world leader in its field, people should definitely add this event to their diaries.” 

Masterminded by Classic & Sports Car and Haymarket Exhibitions, the new show will be supported by Haymarket’s expert motoring titles, including Autocar, Autosport, F1 Racing, Motorsport News and PistonHeads.

For more information, go to http://www.classicandsportscar.com/show

Press contact: Sam Hardy, Influence Associates. Tel +44(0)2072-879-610
Email: samh@influenceassociates.com

BORGWARD Is Back!

GENEVA, March 9, 2015 /PRNewswire/ —

  • BORGWARD is back: successful first presentation of the brand since 1960
  • Countless visitors during the first public days in Geneva
  • The revival of the legendary German car manufacturer generated positive media feedback all over the world
  • A short film documenting  the companys return including the highlights of the first days at the Geneva International Motor Show is now availabe to view and download at  http://www.borgward.com/media

Following the first days of the 85th International Motor Show in Geneva, it is certain: 55 years after its last appearance at the prestigious salon, BORGWARD hasn’t lost any of its appeal. Countless interested visitors as well as positive media coverage in internationally recognized magazines, newspapers, online portals and countless broadcasting reports demonstrate the impact of the unprecedented history of BORGWARD which still inspires enthusiasts and fans around the globe.

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“To be standing here today fills me with great pride. I cannot describe this feeling. It was very motivating to be working with people who believed in the project and who have been living the BORGWARD spirit throughout all those years,” said Christian Borgward, President of BORGWARD AG and grandson of the legendary BORGWARD founder Carl F. W. Borgward, during the press conference last Tuesday.

The company, which will move into its new headquarters in Stuttgart this year, announced at its official presentation on 3rd March 2015 that it will launch a complete range of accessible premium vehicles in the years to come. The first all-new BORGWARD model will be presented at the Frankfurt International Motor Show Cars (IAA) in September 2015.

The full press release is available here.

Cross reference: Picture is available at epa european pressphoto agency (http://www.epa.eu) and http://www.presseportal.de/pm/115998/

Further information  
Lena Siep
BORGWARD AG
Telephone  +41(0)78-925-3316
E-Mail     media@borgward.com
Website    http://www.borgward.com
Facebook   http://www.facebook.com/borgward.official
Twitter    @borgward_ag

Frost & Sullivan Announces New Office in Southern California

– Diverse economy draws global growth consulting firm to the area

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan, the global growth partnership company, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest office in Irvine, California. The opening will enable the company to better meet the needs of an increased client base in the region.

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Opening an office in Southern California is part of Frost & Sullivan’s long range strategy to expand into business centers close to its clients. Frost & Sullivan President, Americas and Partner, Art Robbins, has relocated to Southern California to provide leadership at this new location.

“We are excited to establish a presence in Southern California to further help our clients in the Los Angeles to San Diego corridor accelerate their growth by connecting with our thought leaders and industry experts,” said Robbins.

Frost & Sullivan provides strategic consulting services to help its clients develop and implement innovative growth strategies. The company conducts research in many sectors including: Information & Communications Technologies; Healthcare; Automotive & Transportation; Aerospace, Defense & Security; Manufacturing; Business & Financial Services; Chemicals, Materials & Food; Energy & Environment; Industrial Automation & Process Control; Measurement & Instrumentation and Metals & Minerals. The company leverages more than 50 years of experience in more than 45 global offices, including the Irvine office.

For more information on Frost & Sullivan’s growth partnership services, please contact Mireya Espinoza at mireya.espinoza@frost.com.

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today’s market participants.

Our “Growth Partnership” supports clients by addressing these opportunities and incorporating two key elements driving visionary innovation: The Integrated Value Proposition and The Partnership Infrastructure.

  • The Integrated Value Proposition provides support to our clients throughout all phases of their journey to visionary innovation including: research, analysis, strategy, vision, innovation and implementation.
  • The Partnership Infrastructure is entirely unique as it constructs the foundation upon which visionary innovation becomes possible. This includes our 360 degree research, comprehensive industry coverage, career best practices as well as our global footprint of more than 40 offices.

For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community. Is your organization prepared for the next profound wave of industry convergence, disruptive technologies, increasing competitive intensity, Mega Trends, breakthrough best practices, changing customer dynamics and emerging economies?

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Jaguar Asia Art Tech Prize Now Underway, Rules Released, Official Website Online

Drawing inspiration from exquisite classic craftsmanship and highlighting the endless imagination of artistic creativity

Jaguar Asia Tech Art Prize is jointly organized by Jaguar Taiwan and the Taiwan Art Gallery Association

Application and competition rules have been released. The official website is online starting today.

TAIPEI, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — The Jaguar Asia Art Tech Prize, jointly organized by Jaguar Taiwan and the Taiwan Art Gallery Association, is now underway, with its application rules and regulations having been released and its official website now online.

The Jaguar Asia Tech Art Prize has been highly anticipated by Asian artists in the techno art field. Contestants may submit their applications starting today. The application deadline is April 30, 2015. For more details, please visit the Prize’s website (http://www.jaguarcars.com.tw/jaguar_asia_tech_art_prize/call-for-artists_e.html).

Sir William Lyons, the founder of Jaguar, once said, “Cars are the closest we have come to making something that feels alive.” Three quarters of a century of nurturing, art, technology, and craftsmanship has created cars like the Jaguar E-Type, XJ220, F-Type. These are cars that deserved to be savored; classic cars with a sleek exterior and a powerful motor; cars that are the combination of perfect design and drive. These cars were made by breaking through creative barriers and from brilliant interactions. Jaguar cars are the finest portrayal of techno art, creating a never-ending experience of beauty.

After a long period of discussion, Jaguar Land Rover Taiwan, Chiuo Ho Automotive Sales Co., Ltd. and the Taiwan Art Gallery Association have established the Jaguar Asia Tech Art Prize. The Taiwan Art Gallery Association was established in June of 1992. Ever since its genesis, it has held an annual gallery fair. With the goal of encouraging artistic talent and enhancing artistic development and the art environment in Taiwan and in Asia, Jaguar Land Rover Taiwan, Chiuo Ho Automotive Sales Co., Ltd. and the Taiwan Art Gallery Association have jointly embarked on a new journey of aesthetics with the highest prize money targeting on Asian artist in the techno art category in the world.

The Jaguar Asia Art Tech Prize aims to encourage artists in the field of tecnho art. By doing so, it hopes to enhance the development of techno art. The prize aims to reward the most innovative artist in the techno art field of that year and also the artist that can bring the most positive impact for humanity and the environment. The committee is comprised of professionals dedicated to promoting the development of art in Taiwan and professors at art universities. They include: Hsieh Pei-ni, the director of Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts; Wang Jun-Jieh, Chief Director of Center for Art and Technology at the Taipei National University of the Arts; Huang Wen-hao, CEO of Digital Art Center, Taipei; and Loh Li-Chen, Managing Director of Association of infoDATE, Taiwan. The committee hopes to build the Jaguar Asia Tech Art Prize into an exchange platform for techno art, both within Taiwan and all of Asia, in order to create a whole new look for Taiwan.

Preliminary results will be announced on the website before June 30, 2015. The committee and judges will adjudicate the final round at Art Taipei 2015 on October 30, 2015 and the awards will be presented at Art Taipei 2015. Not only will the 1st prize winner receive $1 million NT, the largest prize targeting on Asian artists in the techno art category, but 4 other runner-ups will also each receive $100,000 NT as creative compensation in hopes that they will write a new page in the development of art and creativity in Taiwan.

Avant-garde creative group, HH, uses technology as a creative medium to create a heated clash of the senses

The venue will be full of rhythm, lighting, and interactive programs to showcase a thriving vitality that “never ceases to amaze”.

Techno art can be created using many mediums. Through interactions to communicate a unique sense of beauty and passion, we can create brand new possibilities. HH, founded by sound artists Zhonghan Yao and Tinghao Yeh, will be performing at Jaguar Art Tech Prize. Avant-garde and imaginative visual effects coupled with a strong rhythm will rush at your senses. Digital creations will also serve as a direct interactive bridge with the audience. An intense experience of the senses will tear down limits. A fusion and transformation of different artistic fields can create contemporary artistry achievements, which just happens to reflect the “never ceases to amaze” spirit of Jaguar’s brand. This also precisely evokes the mission of the Jaguar Asia Tech Art Prize.

The Jaguar Asia Tech Art Prize draws its inspiration from the classic craftsmanship of Jaguar cars. It hopes to utilize an even more active creative environment to spark an endless imagination of techno art and to experience a vitality that never ceases to amaze.

MICHAEL BUBLE Arrives in Shanghai Ahead of His Concert Performance Tomorrow Night – Tuesday January 13 at the Mercedes-Benz Arena

THE WAIT IS OVER!

SHANGHAI, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Multi award winner, Michael Buble has arrived in Shanghai to kick off the Asian leg of his World Tour.

Canadian Superstar, Michael Buble, Has Arrived in Shanghai

Canadian Superstar, Michael Buble, Has Arrived in Shanghai

Michael will perform for the very first time in China tomorrow night at the Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Michael brings his full concert production to Shanghai, his complete band and highly acclaimed support artists, Naturally7.

Michael Buble has been smashing box office records all over the globe and he was 2014’s hottest ticket.  Don’t miss your chance to be part of history at his first ever show in China.

I can’t wait to tour Asia. Thank you for supporting my music. I have so much love for my fans”. Buble says.

Dainty Group International Chairman Paul Dainty says: “I’ve been fortunate to work with some of the greats and I can honestly say that Michael is one of my favourite artists of all time. He’s an absolute delight to work with and he always delivers live.”

Michael Buble Tuesday January 13, Mercedes-Benz Arena

Final tickets on sale now!

http://en.damai.cn/event/tickets_74658/ (English)

http://item.damai.cn/74658.html (Chinese)

Michael will also play concerts in Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Manila, Seoul and Tokyo during January and February 2015.

To commemorate Michael’s tour of Asia, a deluxe Tour Edition of To Be Loved with 8 bonus tracks has been released through Warner Music.

www.daintygroup.com

www.michaelbuble.com/tour

ABOUT DAINTY GROUP INTERNATIONAL:

Now producing and promoting shows across Australia, New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom, South East Asia and South Africa, Dainty Group has become a global live entertainment company. Concert Tours include Katy Perry, Bon Jovi, Eminem, George Michael, U2, Prince, Neil Diamond, The Rolling Stones, Pitbull, Tony Bennett, David Bowie, Miley Cyrus, Cliff Richard, Spandau Ballet, Il Divo, Britney Spears, kd lang, Queen + Adam Lambert and Stevie Wonder. Comedy Tours & Special Events include Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, MythBusters: Behind the Myths and Jeremy Clarkson’s Top Gear Live. Sports Entertainment Events include World Wrestling Entertainment. Theatrical Productions include Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia!, Billy Crystal’s 700 Sundays, Hairspray the Musical, The Rocky Horror Show and Barry Humphries’ Eat Pray Laugh.

Dainty Group International
Email: promoter@daintygroup.com

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Emerging Technologies Enable Smarter Monitoring of Assets, Push Industrial Testing, Inspection and Monitoring Market

– Mechanical testing driven by supporting Mega Trends in consumer electronics, big data and beyond-BRIC markets, finds Frost & Sullivan

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Increased emphasis on product quality, reliability and safety has boosted investments in new testing and inspection technologies. The convergence of industries and products has also given rise to a range of innovative test solutions. This trend is further driven by the requirements of Generation Y, which is generally more inclined towards communication, media and digital technologies. As a result, product development strategies of test equipment vendors will cater to their needs, aiming incorporate emerging technologies like touch-screens, intuitive software, and even interactive voice response.

As a result, product development strategies of test equipment vendors will incorporate emerging technologies like touch-screens, intuitive software, and even interactive voice response.

As a result, product development strategies of test equipment vendors will incorporate emerging technologies like touch-screens, intuitive software, and even interactive voice response.

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New analysis from Frost & Sullivan, Impact of Mega Trends on the Mechanical Test Market, identifies and understands how key Mega Trends such as big data, emerging economies beyond BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China), and the rise of Gen Y will influence the mechanical test market in the years to come. The study covers nondestructive testing (NDT), condition monitoring, dimensional metrology and material testing.

For complimentary access to more information on this research, please visit: http://bit.ly/1w3EFse.

New infrastructure projects in markets beyond BRIC will be the biggest driver for capital expenditure-based industrial inspection and monitoring solutions. Potential game-changing countries include Indonesia, Turkey, the Middle East, and Africa. Markets will also see wide-scale adoption of big data platforms that enable continuous monitoring of critical and non-critical assets to maximize productivity and prevent costly shutdowns.

“Productivity trends in the consumer electronics industry, such as enhanced processing power, expanded memory, display technologies, lithium-ion batteries, and a shift toward touch-based devices, will directly impact tomorrow’s mechanical test equipment,” said Frost & Sullivan Measurement and Instrumentation Program Manager Vijay Mathew. “Equipment vendors are increasingly integrating these features into their devices as technologies continue to converge and solutions become more interactive, portable, connected and easy to navigate.”

Lack of skilled technicians and an aging workforce is a key challenge in the mechanical test industry. Though well-publicized infrastructure failures, aging infrastructures and growing investments in new infrastructure projects have incrementally increased demand for new technicians, the supply shortage continues. Coupled with shrinking budgets, end-user industries are compelled to outsource maintenance and inspection services.

“With buzzwords such as Industry 4.0, smart factories and smart manufacturing gaining interest, end users look to move away from traditional testing and inspection technologies and opt for automated solutions that can be integrated with modern production lines,” observed Mathew. “Inclusion of cloud-based software and networked systems and interfaces will also be crucial to meet the requirements of Industry 4.0.”

Impact of Mega Trends on the Mechanical Test Market is part of the Test & Measurement Growth Partnership Service program. Frost & Sullivan’s related studies include: Alternative Energy and NDT: Impact of Shale Gas and Oil Sands on the NDT Inspection Services Market, Beyond BRIC Opportunities for NDT Inspection Services Market: Middle East and North Africa, Current and New Opportunities for Metrology in the Automotive Industry, Analysis of the Emerging and Nontraditional Nondestructive Testing Equipment Market and World Material Testing Equipment Market. All studies included in subscriptions provide detailed market opportunities and industry trends evaluated following extensive interviews with market participants.

About Frost & Sullivan

Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today’s market participants.

Our “Growth Partnership” supports clients by addressing these opportunities and incorporating two key elements driving visionary innovation: The Integrated Value Proposition and The Partnership Infrastructure.

  • The Integrated Value Proposition provides support to our clients throughout all phases of their journey to visionary innovation including: research, analysis, strategy, vision, innovation and implementation.
  • The Partnership Infrastructure is entirely unique as it constructs the foundation upon which visionary innovation becomes possible. This includes our 360 degree research, comprehensive industry coverage, career best practices as well as our global footprint of more than 40 offices.

For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community. Is your organization prepared for the next profound wave of industry convergence, disruptive technologies, increasing competitive intensity, Mega Trends, breakthrough best practices, changing customer dynamics and emerging economies?

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E: ariel.brown@frost.com

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