PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 29, 2009 – Revealed for the first time in March at the Geneva Motor Show, the VW Polo BlueMotion is now available for order as the world's most fuel-efficient five-seater, reaching a whopping estimate of 71.28 miles/gallon. According to Volkswagen, the Polo BlueMotion is available with a starting price of $23,815.
Under the hood, you'll find an advanced version of the three-cylinder TDI engine with 75 PS / 55 kW capable to deliver an emission rate of 87 g/km of CO2. Some of the high-tech components to attain these top-notch low values include a Stop-Start system, an energy recovery by regenerative braking, a total weight of just 2,530 pounds, a nearly closed-off radiator grille, underbody panels designed according to aerodynamic principles, and 15-inch "Greenland" type alloy wheels with low rolling resistance tires. Some of the standard features of the Polo BlueMotion include a cruise control system, leather-trimmed steering wheel and gearshift grip, tire pressure indicator, front fog lights, sporty styling of front and rear bumpers, and outside mirror housings as well as door handles painted in body colour.
For more info, call 888-599-7675. Or visit Bernardsville VW, THE Volkswagen Dealership NJ.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Community Banners Resist Government Spin Job
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 19, 2009 – Surrey and Delta, BC – On the final day of the Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, local residents hung a series of community banners over government billboards used to promote the $1-billion South Fraser Perimeter Road (SFPR), part of the province's controversial Gateway freeway expansion program.
In recent months, the billboards have been erected throughout the region featuring contradictory claims about the supposed benefits of the project, such as “reducing congestion” and “strengthening the economy”.
Regarding congestion, Premier Gordon Campbell said in 2003 at GVRD Council of Councils, “you cannot build your way out of congestion”. Adding four lanes of pavement to our communities would add thousands of new vehicles and new trips to fill the new capacity. The Provincial and Federal governments have provided massive investments to the Port in Prince Rupert to develop its container handling abilities, yet the Prince Rupert port is being used at less than half of its capacity. This calls into question the billions being spent on port and freeway expansion in Delta, while the Province delays or cancels critical social programs such as:
-School Seismic Upgrades (jobs, safety, education)
-Seniors Health Care (jobs, health, respect for the people who built this Province)
-LiveSmartBC (programs to help reduce greenhouse gases in homes and businesses)
Our Premier and Prime Minister are in Copenhagen claiming to work toward a global climate treaty, yet at home they are paving farmland (90 hectares of the best farmland in Canada), paving Burns Bog (the largest carbon sink in the Lower Mainland), and paving the banks of the Fraser River (endangering the most important salmon-bearing river in North America). Even the government's own studies say that the Gateway freeways will increase GHG emissions by over 160,000 tonnes per year, over 11 times the claimed reduction for the $2 billion Canada Line.
The community messages we have posted on the Gateway billboards are:
-Transit Not Truck Routes (King George Hwy at Patullo Bridge)
-Homes Not Highways (River Road under the Alex Fraser Bridge, near a neighbourhood of homes being demolished for the SFPR)
-Peatland Not Pavement (River Road at Huston Road, near Burns Bog)
-Farms Not Freeways (Hwy 17 at Hwy 10, near Delta farmland being bulldozed for the SFPR)
For pictures see:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/43367159@N07/sets/721576227 ...
and
http://flickr.com/photos/badfreeway/
For video see: http://youtube.com/badfreeway
In recent months, the billboards have been erected throughout the region featuring contradictory claims about the supposed benefits of the project, such as “reducing congestion” and “strengthening the economy”.
Regarding congestion, Premier Gordon Campbell said in 2003 at GVRD Council of Councils, “you cannot build your way out of congestion”. Adding four lanes of pavement to our communities would add thousands of new vehicles and new trips to fill the new capacity. The Provincial and Federal governments have provided massive investments to the Port in Prince Rupert to develop its container handling abilities, yet the Prince Rupert port is being used at less than half of its capacity. This calls into question the billions being spent on port and freeway expansion in Delta, while the Province delays or cancels critical social programs such as:
-School Seismic Upgrades (jobs, safety, education)
-Seniors Health Care (jobs, health, respect for the people who built this Province)
-LiveSmartBC (programs to help reduce greenhouse gases in homes and businesses)
Our Premier and Prime Minister are in Copenhagen claiming to work toward a global climate treaty, yet at home they are paving farmland (90 hectares of the best farmland in Canada), paving Burns Bog (the largest carbon sink in the Lower Mainland), and paving the banks of the Fraser River (endangering the most important salmon-bearing river in North America). Even the government's own studies say that the Gateway freeways will increase GHG emissions by over 160,000 tonnes per year, over 11 times the claimed reduction for the $2 billion Canada Line.
The community messages we have posted on the Gateway billboards are:
-Transit Not Truck Routes (King George Hwy at Patullo Bridge)
-Homes Not Highways (River Road under the Alex Fraser Bridge, near a neighbourhood of homes being demolished for the SFPR)
-Peatland Not Pavement (River Road at Huston Road, near Burns Bog)
-Farms Not Freeways (Hwy 17 at Hwy 10, near Delta farmland being bulldozed for the SFPR)
For pictures see:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/43367159@N07/sets/721576227 ...
and
http://flickr.com/photos/badfreeway/
For video see: http://youtube.com/badfreeway
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Meet the 2010 Volkswagen GTI Lease Special!
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 17, 2009 – $349.00/Month for a 39-month lease with $0.00 due at signing.
Lease a 2010 Volkswagen GTI 2-Door with manual transmission for $349.00 a month for 39-month lease with $0.00 due at signing. (Excludes title, tax, options and dealer fees). So what are you waiting for? See your local Volkswagen Dealer, Volkswagen New Jersey, Volkswagen Staten Island, or Tristate VW Dealers for this and other great Volkswagen GTI deals. Go to Bernardsville VW, THE Volkswagen Dealership NJ, to test drive the 2010 Volkswagen GTI today!
This offer ends January 4, 2010.
For more info, call 888-599-7675.
We are Bernardsville VW, your Volkswagen Dealership NJ, bordering Morris and Somerset Counties. Visit us at http://blog.vw-nj.com or http://www.bernardsvillevw.com.
Lease a 2010 Volkswagen GTI 2-Door with manual transmission for $349.00 a month for 39-month lease with $0.00 due at signing. (Excludes title, tax, options and dealer fees). So what are you waiting for? See your local Volkswagen Dealer, Volkswagen New Jersey, Volkswagen Staten Island, or Tristate VW Dealers for this and other great Volkswagen GTI deals. Go to Bernardsville VW, THE Volkswagen Dealership NJ, to test drive the 2010 Volkswagen GTI today!
This offer ends January 4, 2010.
For more info, call 888-599-7675.
We are Bernardsville VW, your Volkswagen Dealership NJ, bordering Morris and Somerset Counties. Visit us at http://blog.vw-nj.com or http://www.bernardsvillevw.com.
Meet the 2010 Volkswagen GTI 2.9% APR Special!
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 17, 2009 – 2.9% APR for 60 months.
2010 Volkswagen GTI models are available with financing as low as 2.9% APR for 60 months. So what are you waiting for? See your local Volkswagen Dealer, Volkswagen New Jersey, Volkswagen Staten Island, or Tristate VW Dealers for this and other great Volkswagen GTI deals. Go to Bernardsville VW, THE Volkswagen Dealership NJ, to test drive the 2010 Volkswagen GTI today!
This offer ends January 4, 2010.
For more info, call 888-599-7675.
We are Bernardsville VW, your Volkswagen Dealership NJ, bordering Morris and Somerset Counties. Visit us at http://blog.vw-nj.com or http://www.bernardsvillevw.com.
2010 Volkswagen GTI models are available with financing as low as 2.9% APR for 60 months. So what are you waiting for? See your local Volkswagen Dealer, Volkswagen New Jersey, Volkswagen Staten Island, or Tristate VW Dealers for this and other great Volkswagen GTI deals. Go to Bernardsville VW, THE Volkswagen Dealership NJ, to test drive the 2010 Volkswagen GTI today!
This offer ends January 4, 2010.
For more info, call 888-599-7675.
We are Bernardsville VW, your Volkswagen Dealership NJ, bordering Morris and Somerset Counties. Visit us at http://blog.vw-nj.com or http://www.bernardsvillevw.com.
Mercedes Benz E Class Convertible Details and Photos Released
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 17, 2009 – Daimler has dropped the official word about the new Mercedes Benz E Class Cabriolet. The two-door car, available with seven engine configurations in Europe, will go on sale from January 11.
Despite going on sale early next year, the company still says that the market launch will take place in March. This will be timed both for the Geneva Motor Show, but also for the beginning of the all-important convertible season.
Six of the models - E200 CGI, E250 CGI, E350 CGI, E220 CDI, E250 CDI, E350 CDI - come with the BlueEFFICIENCY moniker. The diesels range from 170 to 231 horsepower, while the petrol engines start at 184 hp on up to 292 hp. The E500 gets the benefit of 388 horsepower, likely generated from a 5.5-liter V8 unit.
One of the innovations seen on the car is the new AirCap system. With a button push, the passengers sitting in the four individual seats will notice a reduction in turbulence and noise, and an increase in warm air thanks to AirScarf. This is very useful when the soft top is taken down, a task that takes less than 20 seconds and can be completed at speeds up to 25 mph.
When the weather does not suit open-air driving, the "all-year-round" car makes use of an acoustic soft top, which keeps the interior comfortably quiet up to 124 mph. It makes good use of insulation, bringing the thickness to 23.5 mm, and keeping the interior warm even in the winter.
Seven airbags, thick dual rollover bars, and tilt sensor are all included in the safety features. Crash-responsive head restraints are standard at the front only.
The Mercedes Benz E Class Cabriolet is the fourth Mercedes Benz E Class model. It joins the Saloon, Coupé, and recently-launched Wagon. You can read a great deal more about the convertible in the press release below.
--Source: World Car Fans
Despite going on sale early next year, the company still says that the market launch will take place in March. This will be timed both for the Geneva Motor Show, but also for the beginning of the all-important convertible season.
Six of the models - E200 CGI, E250 CGI, E350 CGI, E220 CDI, E250 CDI, E350 CDI - come with the BlueEFFICIENCY moniker. The diesels range from 170 to 231 horsepower, while the petrol engines start at 184 hp on up to 292 hp. The E500 gets the benefit of 388 horsepower, likely generated from a 5.5-liter V8 unit.
One of the innovations seen on the car is the new AirCap system. With a button push, the passengers sitting in the four individual seats will notice a reduction in turbulence and noise, and an increase in warm air thanks to AirScarf. This is very useful when the soft top is taken down, a task that takes less than 20 seconds and can be completed at speeds up to 25 mph.
When the weather does not suit open-air driving, the "all-year-round" car makes use of an acoustic soft top, which keeps the interior comfortably quiet up to 124 mph. It makes good use of insulation, bringing the thickness to 23.5 mm, and keeping the interior warm even in the winter.
Seven airbags, thick dual rollover bars, and tilt sensor are all included in the safety features. Crash-responsive head restraints are standard at the front only.
The Mercedes Benz E Class Cabriolet is the fourth Mercedes Benz E Class model. It joins the Saloon, Coupé, and recently-launched Wagon. You can read a great deal more about the convertible in the press release below.
--Source: World Car Fans
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
T Top Covers-How to Choose a Boat Cover For Storage, Trailering, Or Mooring from BoatTtopCovers
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 15, 2009 – There аre three basic types οf covers for boats. Whicһ type you need depends on how you plan to use it. The first typө iѕ designed for іndoor or oυtdoor stοrage out of tһe ωater. The seсond type іs designed to protect your Ьoat on a trailөr. The laѕt type, a mooring сover, iѕ designed tο protect үour boat ωhile it іs anchored іn the wateг. Storage Covers
If yoυ plan tο store yoυr Ьoat indoors in а protected area, үou may be able to get away with a lighter weight material, suсh as 100% cotton οr a cotton poly blend. If moisture сould be а problem in your stοrage аrea, yοu will need а waterproof οr water-resistant coating to pгevent moisture damage. Also, if your bοat iѕ өxposed to sunlight thгough a window, yoυ will nөed a ѕtorage сover wіth UV protection.
T-Top Boat Covers - http://boatttopcovers.com. Affordable covers for T-Top.
Outdoor storagө requires а heаvy duty material, especially if yοu live in a harsh climate. Chοose а cover made from thick, durable material, such aѕ marine polyestөr. It shoυld be waterрroof аnd provide protectiοn frοm UV raүs. A Ьreathable material allows moisture to evаporate іnstead οf becoming trаpped inside your boat, where it can cause water damage. The UV coating resiѕts fading to keep the color of youг bοat coνer as vibrant аs the day yοu bought it. Don't lөt standing water οr snow pοol on tοp of your storage cover.
Thө extra weight can cause thө matөrial to stretcһ so that it nο longөr rөtains itѕ snug fit. Allowing excessiνe moіsture tο pool on top of үour cover can alsο give mold and mildew а рlace to flourish. Theѕe intruders өat away at the fibers of your material and compromisө the cover's protection. Wіth the rіght care, a mildew-гesistant cοver will repel mildew, but if you fail tο take care of it aѕ recommended, іt maү not pгovide full protection аs it was designed tο do. In order to prevent sagging, υse cross bracөs аs support. PVC pipe οr homemаde braces will do the joЬ jυst finө. Trаilerable Coveгs
More durable than your typical storage мaterial, а trailerable cover is made to last through the weаr and tear of trailering, including harѕh ωeather conditions and hіgh windѕ. Use manufacturer-approνed tiө down straps, not bungee cordѕ, to get a tight enough fіt аnd to avοid daмaging үour coveг οr boat. Cinch the straps tight enough to prevent air pοckets from lifting and tugging at yοur boat cover. Allowing it to whip in the wind as yοu travel dοwn the highωay is a sure method of destrοying үour cover. Tіe it down especially tіght at the bow to prevөnt lofting.
Tighten аs needed on long trips. A trailerable cover muѕt be made from highly durable material to withstand thө wөar and tear of roаd travel. 100% marine polyester iѕ ѕtronger thаn a cotton pοly blend, making it a рopular material fοr trailөrable marіne covers. Choοse а covөr that offers a ѕnug fit, such aѕ an elastic hem οr drawstring. It should also bө weatherproοf and pгotected witһ а UV coating. Mooring Covers
Mooring coveгs are designed to providө in-water protection for docked boats. Thөse сovers must Ьe ablө to withstand hаrsh winds аnd rаin and constant sun exposure. Cotton and cotton poly blөnd materials allow the most breathability to protөct froм moisture damage during mooring.
T-Top Boat Covers - http://boatttopcovers.com. Affordable covers for T-Top.
If yoυ plan tο store yoυr Ьoat indoors in а protected area, үou may be able to get away with a lighter weight material, suсh as 100% cotton οr a cotton poly blend. If moisture сould be а problem in your stοrage аrea, yοu will need а waterproof οr water-resistant coating to pгevent moisture damage. Also, if your bοat iѕ өxposed to sunlight thгough a window, yoυ will nөed a ѕtorage сover wіth UV protection.
T-Top Boat Covers - http://boatttopcovers.com. Affordable covers for T-Top.
Outdoor storagө requires а heаvy duty material, especially if yοu live in a harsh climate. Chοose а cover made from thick, durable material, such aѕ marine polyestөr. It shoυld be waterрroof аnd provide protectiοn frοm UV raүs. A Ьreathable material allows moisture to evаporate іnstead οf becoming trаpped inside your boat, where it can cause water damage. The UV coating resiѕts fading to keep the color of youг bοat coνer as vibrant аs the day yοu bought it. Don't lөt standing water οr snow pοol on tοp of your storage cover.
Thө extra weight can cause thө matөrial to stretcһ so that it nο longөr rөtains itѕ snug fit. Allowing excessiνe moіsture tο pool on top of үour cover can alsο give mold and mildew а рlace to flourish. Theѕe intruders өat away at the fibers of your material and compromisө the cover's protection. Wіth the rіght care, a mildew-гesistant cοver will repel mildew, but if you fail tο take care of it aѕ recommended, іt maү not pгovide full protection аs it was designed tο do. In order to prevent sagging, υse cross bracөs аs support. PVC pipe οr homemаde braces will do the joЬ jυst finө. Trаilerable Coveгs
More durable than your typical storage мaterial, а trailerable cover is made to last through the weаr and tear of trailering, including harѕh ωeather conditions and hіgh windѕ. Use manufacturer-approνed tiө down straps, not bungee cordѕ, to get a tight enough fіt аnd to avοid daмaging үour coveг οr boat. Cinch the straps tight enough to prevent air pοckets from lifting and tugging at yοur boat cover. Allowing it to whip in the wind as yοu travel dοwn the highωay is a sure method of destrοying үour cover. Tіe it down especially tіght at the bow to prevөnt lofting.
Tighten аs needed on long trips. A trailerable cover muѕt be made from highly durable material to withstand thө wөar and tear of roаd travel. 100% marine polyester iѕ ѕtronger thаn a cotton pοly blend, making it a рopular material fοr trailөrable marіne covers. Choοse а covөr that offers a ѕnug fit, such aѕ an elastic hem οr drawstring. It should also bө weatherproοf and pгotected witһ а UV coating. Mooring Covers
Mooring coveгs are designed to providө in-water protection for docked boats. Thөse сovers must Ьe ablө to withstand hаrsh winds аnd rаin and constant sun exposure. Cotton and cotton poly blөnd materials allow the most breathability to protөct froм moisture damage during mooring.
T-Top Boat Covers - http://boatttopcovers.com. Affordable covers for T-Top.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Car Leasing - Christmas Car rental Package 2009 | New Year Car Rental Singapore
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 13, 2009 – Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to Everyone!
Christmas: http://www.rentalcarsingapore.com/2009/09/christmas-car-rental-singapore-book-now.html
New Year: http://www.rentalcarsingapore.com/2009/11/new-year.html
Call or SMS now to reserve your car now!
Calvin 94669139
HoHoHo! It's Christmas around the corner.
Searching for Christmas Car Rental in Singapore?
Need to Rent a Car to drive your friends around during Christmas and new year?
Need a wedding car for your special day?
Traveling from Singapore to Malaysia and need a car for hire to celebrate Christmas and new year?
Holding a P plate, just passed your license and need to Rent a Car?
Feel like trying a car you always wanted before buying for new year?
New Revised Cheap Car Rental Rates!!! Click on links to check it out!
Contact via Phone call, SMS, Email or even MSN messenger
Call / SMS : 94669139
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From As Low As $270 SGD Package!
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Testimonial
Sorry for the last minute call. Thank you for the fast and prompt service. I will definitely deal with Ace car rental again. Overall the car was good, reliable and the price is great too. Highly recommended.
Joseph
Christmas Car Rental Packages (24-28 Dec)|
New Year Car Rental Packages (31-4 Jan)
* Hyundai Getz Manual ($270)
* Mitsubishi Airtrek
* Grand Voyager Chrysler 7 Seater Mpv
* Mitsubishi Lancer Manual
* Mazda 3 Auto
* Nissan Latio
* Mitsubishi Lancer
* Honda Fit
* Suzuki Swift
* Fiat Punto
* Chevrolet Spark
* Hyundai Getz Auto
* Subaru TS Manual
* Toyota Vios Auto
* Toyota Axio Auto
* Chevrolet Aveo Manual
* Mercz C200
Not all cars will be available. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Contact via Phone call, SMS, Email or even MSN messenger
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Car for Rental! Car Rentals Singapore - Always at your Service!
From As Low As $270 SGD Package!
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Call or SMS now to reserve your car now!
We offer the best car Christmas Car rental deal in Singapore.
100% satisfaction guaranteed!
Only $100 Deposit to confirm the bookings
Malaysia usage daily surcharge: $20 Onwards
P Plate Holder will be additional $10 a Day.
For non christmas or new year packages, Please visit:
Car Rentals Singapore - Always at your Service!
http://www.rentalcarsingapore.com
All prices in NETT Singapore Dollar.
No GST, Insurance Included and 100% no hidden fee.
We offer the best car rental deal in Singapore.
Christmas: http://www.rentalcarsingapore.com/2009/09/christmas-car-rental-singapore-book-now.html
New Year: http://www.rentalcarsingapore.com/2009/11/new-year.html
Call or SMS now to reserve your car now!
Calvin 94669139
HoHoHo! It's Christmas around the corner.
Searching for Christmas Car Rental in Singapore?
Need to Rent a Car to drive your friends around during Christmas and new year?
Need a wedding car for your special day?
Traveling from Singapore to Malaysia and need a car for hire to celebrate Christmas and new year?
Holding a P plate, just passed your license and need to Rent a Car?
Feel like trying a car you always wanted before buying for new year?
New Revised Cheap Car Rental Rates!!! Click on links to check it out!
Contact via Phone call, SMS, Email or even MSN messenger
Call / SMS : 94669139
Car for Rental! Car Rentals Singapore - Always at your Service!
From As Low As $270 SGD Package!
Call or SMS now to reserve your car now!
Scroll down to check out the Price List Below!
Testimonial
Sorry for the last minute call. Thank you for the fast and prompt service. I will definitely deal with Ace car rental again. Overall the car was good, reliable and the price is great too. Highly recommended.
Joseph
Christmas Car Rental Packages (24-28 Dec)|
New Year Car Rental Packages (31-4 Jan)
* Hyundai Getz Manual ($270)
* Mitsubishi Airtrek
* Grand Voyager Chrysler 7 Seater Mpv
* Mitsubishi Lancer Manual
* Mazda 3 Auto
* Nissan Latio
* Mitsubishi Lancer
* Honda Fit
* Suzuki Swift
* Fiat Punto
* Chevrolet Spark
* Hyundai Getz Auto
* Subaru TS Manual
* Toyota Vios Auto
* Toyota Axio Auto
* Chevrolet Aveo Manual
* Mercz C200
Not all cars will be available. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Contact via Phone call, SMS, Email or even MSN messenger
Call / SMS : 94669139
Car for Rental! Car Rentals Singapore - Always at your Service!
From As Low As $270 SGD Package!
Scroll down to check out the Price List Below!
MSN Messenger:
Msn: david(at)sgcarrental(dot)com(dot)sg
Email : rentalcarsingapore(at)gmail(dot)com
Call or SMS now to reserve your car now!
We offer the best car Christmas Car rental deal in Singapore.
100% satisfaction guaranteed!
Only $100 Deposit to confirm the bookings
Malaysia usage daily surcharge: $20 Onwards
P Plate Holder will be additional $10 a Day.
For non christmas or new year packages, Please visit:
Car Rentals Singapore - Always at your Service!
http://www.rentalcarsingapore.com
All prices in NETT Singapore Dollar.
No GST, Insurance Included and 100% no hidden fee.
We offer the best car rental deal in Singapore.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Open Letter to Director General and members of IATA
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 10, 2009 – Open Letter to IATA text:
Dear Mr. Bisignani and members of IATA,
having supported the aviation industry over the last year in their response to the EU-ETS, it is clear that there is reluctance on the part of many aviation companies to accept the long term financial impact of Climate Change. This is dangerous to say the least, and very short-sighted. We have experienced this process already in supporting other industries in their approach to CO2 monitoring and emissions trading and there was also naturally reluctance at first. But the simple fact is that, even without the EU-ETS this is not going to go away, there is no turning back the clock, and those who are well prepared can only benefit.
It is understandable that airlines are holding back, there is still much confusion and debate surrounding the EU-ETS and the administration and implementation by the EU leaves much to be desired. Firstly, is it even legal? Can the EU impose such a ruling over global aviation operators? Secondly, if even IATA and the ICAO do not fully support the system, then why should its members? And last but not least, airlines have many other concerns right now and why should the long-term impact of the EU-ETS in the years to come detract from the issues of today and tomorrow? This can seem simply too far away right now.
However, even when other solutions may be possible in time, Emissions Trading Schemes are certainly the best options available for companies. Contrary to tax-based mechanisms, a commercial-based system provides industry with flexibility and the potential for companies to develop their own individual approach and strategy in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. This saves costs and enables increased competitiveness for those companies clever enough to seize the opportunities.
And meeting its requirements is not difficult, a little expertise is required certainly, but many airlines are already building this expertise and there is no shortage of qualified companies able to help.
In your presentation to the 15th Conference of the Parties (UNFCCC COP15) in Copenhagen you claim that aviation serves as a role model in seeking to reduce its carbon footprint, I ask you to let the industries which have gone before you into the EU-ETS be your role models. These industries have continued their efforts to reduce harmful emissions, strengthened their CO2 management and reporting mechanisms AND embraced the EU ETS. Of course, each industry must continue to drive ways of reducing CO2 and other greenhouse gases – in the case of aviation your four-pillar strategy has already produced dramatic results and your continued efforts are to be applauded. But the Global Sectoral Approach you call for is still a long way off, the EU ETS is here now, is manageable, and airlines can use it strategically to learn for the future.
Your membership is looking to you for guidance, and I ask you to encourage your members to stop waiting for something better and to open their eyes to the possibilities which the EU ETS as the first and only living market based environmental scheme offers. There is no turning back, instead, embrace the EU ETS and then improve the system from within.
Waiting for something better to come along is not an option.
Dear Mr. Bisignani and members of IATA,
having supported the aviation industry over the last year in their response to the EU-ETS, it is clear that there is reluctance on the part of many aviation companies to accept the long term financial impact of Climate Change. This is dangerous to say the least, and very short-sighted. We have experienced this process already in supporting other industries in their approach to CO2 monitoring and emissions trading and there was also naturally reluctance at first. But the simple fact is that, even without the EU-ETS this is not going to go away, there is no turning back the clock, and those who are well prepared can only benefit.
It is understandable that airlines are holding back, there is still much confusion and debate surrounding the EU-ETS and the administration and implementation by the EU leaves much to be desired. Firstly, is it even legal? Can the EU impose such a ruling over global aviation operators? Secondly, if even IATA and the ICAO do not fully support the system, then why should its members? And last but not least, airlines have many other concerns right now and why should the long-term impact of the EU-ETS in the years to come detract from the issues of today and tomorrow? This can seem simply too far away right now.
However, even when other solutions may be possible in time, Emissions Trading Schemes are certainly the best options available for companies. Contrary to tax-based mechanisms, a commercial-based system provides industry with flexibility and the potential for companies to develop their own individual approach and strategy in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. This saves costs and enables increased competitiveness for those companies clever enough to seize the opportunities.
And meeting its requirements is not difficult, a little expertise is required certainly, but many airlines are already building this expertise and there is no shortage of qualified companies able to help.
In your presentation to the 15th Conference of the Parties (UNFCCC COP15) in Copenhagen you claim that aviation serves as a role model in seeking to reduce its carbon footprint, I ask you to let the industries which have gone before you into the EU-ETS be your role models. These industries have continued their efforts to reduce harmful emissions, strengthened their CO2 management and reporting mechanisms AND embraced the EU ETS. Of course, each industry must continue to drive ways of reducing CO2 and other greenhouse gases – in the case of aviation your four-pillar strategy has already produced dramatic results and your continued efforts are to be applauded. But the Global Sectoral Approach you call for is still a long way off, the EU ETS is here now, is manageable, and airlines can use it strategically to learn for the future.
Your membership is looking to you for guidance, and I ask you to encourage your members to stop waiting for something better and to open their eyes to the possibilities which the EU ETS as the first and only living market based environmental scheme offers. There is no turning back, instead, embrace the EU ETS and then improve the system from within.
Waiting for something better to come along is not an option.
Navman Wireless Expands In Scotland
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 10, 2009 – The company's regional HQ, located in East Kilbride, Glasgow, will help bolster its rapid sales growth in the Scottish market and support its established customer base across the country.
The move comes hot on the heels of the company - which operates worldwide across four continents - announcing impressive financial figures which marked a substantial increase in profits.
"We've been operating successfully in Scotland for quite a number of years now but our new office will certainly help us reach a much larger audience within the country" said Tony Neill, Navman Wireless's Executive Vice President.
"We are committed to investing in our UK operations and this move underlines this."
The office will be headed up by new national sales manager Robert Lamont who brings more than 10 years of industry experience to Navman Wireless ( http://www.navmanwireless.co.uk ). Robert is joined by experienced sales support colleagues Graeme Scott and Nicola Lamont.
Additional recruits are expected to join the Navman Wireless Scotland team in the coming weeks while the company is also set to announce further worldwide expansion plans.
Robert added: "Navman Wireless technology is at the very forefront of the vehicle tracking industry and with the recent addition of the privacy function, which enables drivers to hide their non-business mileage, we are fully expecting to see a real increase in take-up throughout both the commercial vehicle and sales fleet markets."
The move comes hot on the heels of the company - which operates worldwide across four continents - announcing impressive financial figures which marked a substantial increase in profits.
"We've been operating successfully in Scotland for quite a number of years now but our new office will certainly help us reach a much larger audience within the country" said Tony Neill, Navman Wireless's Executive Vice President.
"We are committed to investing in our UK operations and this move underlines this."
The office will be headed up by new national sales manager Robert Lamont who brings more than 10 years of industry experience to Navman Wireless ( http://www.navmanwireless.co.uk ). Robert is joined by experienced sales support colleagues Graeme Scott and Nicola Lamont.
Additional recruits are expected to join the Navman Wireless Scotland team in the coming weeks while the company is also set to announce further worldwide expansion plans.
Robert added: "Navman Wireless technology is at the very forefront of the vehicle tracking industry and with the recent addition of the privacy function, which enables drivers to hide their non-business mileage, we are fully expecting to see a real increase in take-up throughout both the commercial vehicle and sales fleet markets."
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Escape Chutes From Zodiac-DBC Marine Safety Systems Chosen To Re-equip Mexican Ferry
PR Log (Press Release) –
Dec 08, 2009 – The ferry sails between Mazatlan and La Paz on the Baja Peninsula and its owners have decided to replace their existing chutes with Zodiac/DBC systems. The owners' decision was based on calculations of comparative long tem ownership costs. The company found that although its original evacuation system had appeared to be the cheapest when they were originally purchased, unexpected service fee increases after two years had eliminated any saving and made their overall cost of ownership much higher when compared with competitors that had tendered for the original installation.
Faced with unacceptable service costs Baja Ferries consequently turned to British Columbia-based DBC Marine Safety Systems. The ferry operator was surprised to discover that the size of the service cost increases were so great that it was possible to completely replace the original escape systems with Zodiac/DBC equipment and to have them serviced regularly for less than the fee that was being charged by the previous supplier. Because Zodiac/DBC service charges can be fixed for an extended period, Baja Ferries realised that the cost of replacing their original installation with Zodiac/DBC marine evacuation chutes will be paid off within 3 to 4 years and they will be saving money thereafter.
“This is a significant order for DBC Marine” explained general manager Gary Birchenko. “It will also demonstrate to other ship operators that there is an alternative to living with excessive service fees. The situation appears to arise from purchasing departments being seduced by prices that can be up to 40 per cent lower than those tendered by competing suppliers. Because they are classed as operational costs, the high service fees that arise later do not appear to be considered during purchase and ship owners can find themselves apparently tied to equipment that is unreasonably expensive to maintain.”
“By consulting DBC Systems, Baja Ferries discovered that that there was an economical alternative and we are pleased to be supplying the company with some exceptional products.” Gary Birchenko explained: “The DBC Marine Evacuation Chute has full SOLAS certification, and carries Type Approvals from Bureau Veritas, (CE Certification) Transport Canada, and the United States Coast Guard. It enjoys an enviable safety record with over 15,000 safe descents since the first one was manufactured in the 1980s. The patented design of this chute requires no effort from the user in order to safely descend; it easily accommodates stretchers, certain types of survival suits and breathing apparatus wearers. These features are proving attractive to a wide range of ship operators and to the offshore oil and gas Industry,” said Birchenko.
DBC Marine is part of the Zodiac SOLAS group and is responsible for the manufacture and servicing of marine evacuation systems, rigid inflatable boats, life rafts, life jackets and marine firefighting equipment. DBC Marine received certification and compliance registration to ISO14001; 2006 Environmental Standards, and ISO9001; 2008 Standards of Quality Assurance. In addition, it continues to maintain Transport Canada Airworthiness Certification for overhaul and distribution of lifesaving equipment and appliances to the aviation industry. Zodiac SOLAS Global Headquarters are located in Paris, France.
-ENDS-
Commercial enquiries contact:
Gary Birchenko or Michael Gardiner
GM - DBC Marine Safety Systems
Zodiac Marine SOLAS Division
#101, 3760 Jacombs Road
Richmond British Columbia
V6V 1Y7, Canada
Tel: +1 604 214 4280 Fax: +1 604 278 3205
E-mail: gary.birchenko@zmp-zodiac.com
www.zodiacsolas.com www.dbcmarine.com
Faced with unacceptable service costs Baja Ferries consequently turned to British Columbia-based DBC Marine Safety Systems. The ferry operator was surprised to discover that the size of the service cost increases were so great that it was possible to completely replace the original escape systems with Zodiac/DBC equipment and to have them serviced regularly for less than the fee that was being charged by the previous supplier. Because Zodiac/DBC service charges can be fixed for an extended period, Baja Ferries realised that the cost of replacing their original installation with Zodiac/DBC marine evacuation chutes will be paid off within 3 to 4 years and they will be saving money thereafter.
“This is a significant order for DBC Marine” explained general manager Gary Birchenko. “It will also demonstrate to other ship operators that there is an alternative to living with excessive service fees. The situation appears to arise from purchasing departments being seduced by prices that can be up to 40 per cent lower than those tendered by competing suppliers. Because they are classed as operational costs, the high service fees that arise later do not appear to be considered during purchase and ship owners can find themselves apparently tied to equipment that is unreasonably expensive to maintain.”
“By consulting DBC Systems, Baja Ferries discovered that that there was an economical alternative and we are pleased to be supplying the company with some exceptional products.” Gary Birchenko explained: “The DBC Marine Evacuation Chute has full SOLAS certification, and carries Type Approvals from Bureau Veritas, (CE Certification) Transport Canada, and the United States Coast Guard. It enjoys an enviable safety record with over 15,000 safe descents since the first one was manufactured in the 1980s. The patented design of this chute requires no effort from the user in order to safely descend; it easily accommodates stretchers, certain types of survival suits and breathing apparatus wearers. These features are proving attractive to a wide range of ship operators and to the offshore oil and gas Industry,” said Birchenko.
DBC Marine is part of the Zodiac SOLAS group and is responsible for the manufacture and servicing of marine evacuation systems, rigid inflatable boats, life rafts, life jackets and marine firefighting equipment. DBC Marine received certification and compliance registration to ISO14001; 2006 Environmental Standards, and ISO9001; 2008 Standards of Quality Assurance. In addition, it continues to maintain Transport Canada Airworthiness Certification for overhaul and distribution of lifesaving equipment and appliances to the aviation industry. Zodiac SOLAS Global Headquarters are located in Paris, France.
-ENDS-
Commercial enquiries contact:
Gary Birchenko or Michael Gardiner
GM - DBC Marine Safety Systems
Zodiac Marine SOLAS Division
#101, 3760 Jacombs Road
Richmond British Columbia
V6V 1Y7, Canada
Tel: +1 604 214 4280 Fax: +1 604 278 3205
E-mail: gary.birchenko@zmp-zodiac.com
www.zodiacsolas.com www.dbcmarine.com
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