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LONDON, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Colt Data Centre Services (Colt DCS), a leading global provider of hyperscale and large enterprise data centre solutions, has announced plans to develop four new data centres in Germany.

 

The four facilities will consist of Frankfurt 4 & 5 and Berlin 1 & 2. The two Frankfurt data centres will be built on an 18-acre site and provide a combined 63MW, while the Berlin data centres will be constructed on a 9.5-acre site and provide a total 54MW of IT capacity. Colt DCS is targeting first phase RFS (ready for service) at Frankfurt 4 and Berlin 1 by the end of 2028, with renewable power contracts already secured. The new data centres will add 117MW to Colt DCS’ capacity in Germany, bringing its total in-country capacity to 176MW.

The acquisitions in Frankfurt and Berlin, reinforce Colt DCS’ commitment to digital infrastructure in Germany, and represents a €2 billion investment in its economy.

The move strengthens Colt DCS’ position in the Frankfurt market, which continues to be one of Europe’s leading data centre hubs. Berlin has emerged as a secondary market, driven by Germany’s digital transformation and increasing demand for cloud and AI services. 

The new facilities will be designed to Colt DCS’ Global Reference Design (GRD) which can cater for both traditional cloud and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads, powering racks up to 130kW. To accommodate this, the design flexibly supports cooling by traditional air, direct liquid-to-chip and hybrid approaches.

Each data centre will also be constructed in line with Environmental and Sustainability policies using several low embodied carbon principles. This includes the installation of low Global Warming Potential (GWP) cooling chillers, reducing water waste for cooling, and building the structure with minimal steel and concrete usage. 

Waste heat from all sites will be reused by the local councils for district heating. A fifth of the site areas will be reserved as green space, and the building roofs will feature a mixture of photovoltaic solar panels and planted vegetation.

Gert-Uwe Mende, Lord Mayor of Wiesbaden, said: “Wiesbaden is an attractive business location, and artificial intelligence is an absolutely future-oriented topic. I am therefore very pleased that Colt DCS has chosen the Landeshauptstadt (capital of the state of Hessen) as the site for its new data centre”.

Niclas Sanfridsson, CEO of Colt DCS, said: “The continued growth in digital services has created strong demand for hyperscale data centres in Germany. Our acquisitions in Frankfurt and Berlin are a testament to our commitment to Europe’s largest economy. We are proud to contribute to the growth of the local community and remain a trusted partner for our customers worldwide. These new sites will not only enhance our capacity to serve the increasing needs of cloud and AI workloads but also reinforce our dedication to sustainability and innovation in the data centre industry.”

About Colt DCS

We design, build and operate data centres for global hyperscalers and large enterprises.   

Our global portfolio includes 13 operational data centres, with an additional 9 in development across 11 cities in the UK, Europe, and the APAC region.

We enable our customers to effectively plan for the growth of their business while also providing them with peace of mind. We provide secure, resilient, well-connected infrastructure with planned future capacity growth potential. We have over 25 years of experience in the data centre industry, delivering on our vision of being the most trusted and customer-centric data centre operator in the market.

We put the environment at the heart of everything we do by recognising this as a fundamental responsibility towards our planet. That’s why we’re taking ownership to reduce our environmental impact globally and make sustainability a key strategic driver. As part of our sustainability planning, Colt DCS has set comprehensive near-and long-term Science Based Targets to cut our emissions in line with the SBTi’s latest Net Zero Standard.

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GUANGZHOU, China, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 55th edition of the China International Furniture Fair (Guangzhou) (CIFF Guangzhou 2025) successfully concluded on March 31, setting new records in scale and participation. Under the theme “Powered by Design,” this year’s fair covered an expansive 850,000 square meters, achieving remarkable growth in exhibitor participation, visitor numbers, and international engagement. With an all-time high number of over 4,900 exhibitors, the eight-day event welcomed 363,825 professional visitors from 187 countries and regions. Notably, the number of international attendees reached 56,794, reflecting a 10.91% increase from the 2024 peak, setting a new record.

The Home Furniture exhibition showcased innovative designs in aesthetics, smart sleep technology, and outdoor living. The event highlighted emerging trends in sustainable materials and intelligent home solutions, illustrating how modern design is integrating with traditional craftsmanship.

With a focus on sustainability, the Office and Commercial Space presented forward-thinking solutions for workspaces, healthcare, and educational environments. Emphasizing green innovation, the exhibition featured low-carbon office designs and AI-powered commercial spaces, reflecting the industry’s shift toward eco-conscious development.

The CIFM/interzum guangzhou introduced advancements in smart manufacturing, hardware solutions, and sustainable materials. Featuring next-generation production technologies, the exhibition underscored the industry’s transition from mass production to high-quality craftsmanship.

Design remained central to this year’s fair, with a comprehensive lineup of specialized pavilions. The Home Furniture exhibition featured a contemporary design showcase, fostering in-depth exchanges between Chinese and international designers to propel domestic brands onto the global stage. Additional dedicated spaces for outdoor furniture, dining, and living areas, and office solutions enriched the overall exhibition landscape. Moreover, 12 themed design exhibitions brought together designers, curators, and media professionals to explore trends in sustainability, digital innovation, and cultural aesthetics.

The event also introduced the upgraded CD Awards Ceremony, recognizing industry pioneers and advocating for high-quality production standards. Alongside this, over 100 industry-leading forums gathered designers, key brands, and media representatives to explore the future trajectory of home furnishing aesthetics.

Intelligent living and sustainability were key focuses, with smart home solutions, senior-friendly eldercare innovations, and low-carbon living concepts taking center stage. The exhibition also introduced bamboo-based furniture and sustainable materials, reinforcing its commitment to green development.

As CIFF Guangzhou continues to connect global markets, this year’s success highlights the industry’s momentum toward innovation, sustainability, and high-quality growth.

For more details, please visit: https://www.ciff-gz.com/en/.  

 

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Improvements provide dignified travel solution for electric wheelchair users

HAMBURG, Germany, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, is showcasing design, functionality and passenger experience refinements to its Prime wheelchair seating solution at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, Germany this week.

Incorporating direct feedback from passengers with reduced mobility (PRM), airlines and technical advisors, the enhanced Prime solution utilizes a custom transformable monument to provide modern passenger amenities when PRM usage is required or a flexible crew service station when not.

The monument houses all the passenger amenities enjoyed by other travelers, including a height-adjustable tray table with integrated tablet holder, power outlets and passenger service unit with reading light, attendant call button and public address speaker, among other features.

“The feedback we’ve received has been invaluable and the driving force behind the design and experiential upgrades made to Prime over the last ten months,” said Cynthia Muklevicz, vice president of customer and business development for Collins Aerospace. “The user experience is not only on par with flight amenities enjoyed by every other passenger, but further considerations were implemented to ensure emergency egress standards are met and a caregiver can occupy the seat directly next to the Prime user.”

When in service mode, the Prime solution deploys to provide crews with additional service space, room below to store a half-sized trolley cart and additional stowage space inside the monument itself. Once service concludes, the monument easily converts into a passenger self-service station, capable of holding snacks and beverages.

Functional design of the solution was carefully considered, ensuring simplified boarding and deplaning for electric wheelchair users, ease of use for cabin crews and no loss of seat count for airlines.

First unveiled at AIX in 2024, the Collins solution enables electric wheelchair users to remain comfortably seated in their wheelchairs throughout flight. Electric wheelchairs are secured to the aircraft utilizing an industry standard “roll on, lock down” tie-down system commonly found in many ground transportation systems, ensuring user familiarity, personal safety and convenience.

Customer demonstrations of Prime are being held this week at AIX 2025.

About Collins Aerospace 
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in integrated and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Our 80,000 employees are dedicated to delivering future-focused technologies to advance sustainable and connected aviation, passenger safety and comfort, mission success, space exploration, and more.

About RTX
RTX is the world’s largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. 

For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact corporatepr@rtx.com

 

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Batteries Spearhead Dual Economic and Technological Race in 2025 

TIANJIN, China, April 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 17^th China International Battery Fair (CIBF2025), Asia’s premier battery industry gathering, will be held at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center from May 15-17, 2025. Organized by the China Industrial Association of Power Sources (CIAPS), the 300,000-sqm event will span 15 halls, hosting 3,100 global exhibitors spotlighting next-gen technologies and solutions. 

Industry Giants to Showcase Synergies Between Innovation and Commercialization

Confirmed participants include industry leaders CATL, BYD, EVE Energy, Gotion High-tech, Cornex, Sunwoda, and Lishen Battery, alongside Dynanonic, Hunan Yuneng, SEMCORP and other key suppliers. The event will also highlight advancements in smart battery management systems (BMS) and energy storage solutions. In a move to streamline event access, CIBF2025 has set up two registration entrances (North/South), in anticipation of the more than 400,000 professional buyers and visitors worldwide, who are looking forward to the opportunities for networking and deal-making. 

Attendees to the CIBF2025 Conference on the Frontier Technology of Advanced Batteries taking place concurrently will discuss critical industry themes of the day, with a focus on the lastest advancements in lithium-ion batteries, battery safety and testing, solid-state and next-gen batteries, high-power fast charging, sodium-ion batteries, advanced materials, and smart manufacturing with digital twins. 

Additionally, the event will host several high-level forums including the Electric Aviation & Next-Gen Batteries (CIBF2025 Shenzhen) Technical Conference, the CIBICS Battery Industry Cooperation Forum, and the Isotope Nuclear Battery Status and Future Development Symposium, in addition to more than 200 technical presentations to decode emerging trends and explore the future of battery ecosystems.

The TWh Era Arrives: Batteries Power Economic Growth

China’s lithium battery industry achieved landmark growth in 2024, with total output surging 24% year on year to 1,170GWh and industry valuation exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan.

With 2024 power battery shipments rising to 1,157GWh worldwide, the industry has decisively crossed into the TWh era – a milestone underscored by Chinese firms’ growing market dominance. 

The low-altitude economy has evolved into a strategic growth sector, featured prominently in regional government blueprints and poised to unlock a new trillion-yuan market.

As new entrants flood this high-potential market, competition is accelerating breakthroughs in critical technologies.

Join the event at CIBF2025, May 15-17, 2025, at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center.

 

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