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The international conference invites creative innovators to its third edition: #createthenew

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June 2019

Frankfurt

The me Convention is returning to Frankfurt from 11 to 13 September 2019 and will host attendees from all around the world during the International Motor Show (IAA). Now in its third year, the me Convention originally celebrated its successful premiere in Frankfurt back in 2017. This annual conference is a collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and South by Southwest (SXSW).
Creating a better world
“#createthenew” is once again this year's theme for the me Convention, which provides insight into scenarios for a better world. Set up as a future lab, the event invites attendees to explore new ideas and inspiration from renowned experts. The presentations, panel discussions, mentoring sessions, workshops and seminars focus on four future-facing topics: Science, Business, Society and the Planet.
The conference program will feature an outstanding selection of international speakers, as well as a variety of workshops that highlight emerging German talent and innovations. Speakers from the USA, United Kingdom, France, Thailand, Venezuela, Cyprus, Japan, the Netherlands and Finland have already been confirmed, including well-known experts such as Aubrey de Grey, Ashton Applewhite, Mitchell Joachim and many more.
You can find more detailed information on the official me Convention website at: http://mb4.me/ConventionProgram2019. Additional speakers and program updates will be published on the website on a regular basis.
Get your badge – buy tickets for the me Convention (11 – 13 September) online
With a me Convention ticket, guests are able to take part in the full range of activities during the three-day event. In addition to the daytime program, the me Convention badge provides entry to the evening events and urban hot spots. Tickets currently cost €300 (incl. 19% VAT).
There is a special offer for students: they can take advantage of the reduced rate of €75. Groups of ten people or more can also benefit from reduced rates. Interested parties can email info@me-convention.com for additional information.
me Convention Frankfurt 2019: press accreditation available now
Journalists can already request accreditation for this year's me Convention online starting now. Upon approval, media representatives will enjoy free access to all of the activities taking place during the event, such as keynotes, workshops, interactive sessions and concerts. In addition, the Media Lounge will be available as a dedicated workspace. The me Convention PR Team can assist with arranging interviews with me Convention speakers. Accreditation can be obtained via the me Convention website: https://www.me-convention.com/pressaccreditation.
About the me Convention
The theme of the me Convention is #createthenew. This event provides an open and inspiring platform for creative people from a variety of backgrounds, with a focus on discussion, interaction, networking and entertainment.
About South by Southwest
SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, TX, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film and music industries. The event, an essential destination for global professionals, features conference programming, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and a variety of networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together.
Resources for the press and additional information about the me Convention can be found in an event special on:
https://media.mercedes-benz.com/meconvention2019.

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More money and free days for trainees

Employees in tariff-bound Bavarian car dealerships and car repair shops receive more money. IG Metall and employers negotiated a collective agreement on Thursday, 13 June. Tariff increases in two stages The tariff increases will be made in two stages: On July 1, 2019, the compensation will increase by 2.7 percent, but at least by 80… Continue reading More money and free days for trainees

Via and the City of Newton Launch Microtransit Network Aimed to Support Local Seniors

Published June 17, 2019 2:59 pm, Via NYC
Via and the City of Newton Launch Microtransit Network Aimed to Support Local Seniors
The new on-demand service “NewMo” is tailored exclusively to Newton’s senior population, increasing both mobility and wellness

June 13, 2019 (Newton, MA) — Via, the world’s leading provider and developer of on-demand public mobility solutions, today announced a new microtransit deployment in partnership with the City of Newton called Newton in Motion, or NewMo. The new on-demand shared transit system is available to seniors living in Newton, increasing their mobility within the city and select destinations in the surrounding region.

NewMo provides any resident over the age of 60 with an efficient, reliable, and affordable way to travel within the city of Newton, as well as a number of medical facilities outside of the city’s boundaries. The on-demand service replaces an outdated taxi voucher system which required passengers to make reservations at least 72 hours in advance.

“We’re delighted to be working with the City of Newton to provide an affordable, convenient, and comfortable transportation solution for seniors,” said Daniel Ramot, co-founder and CEO of Via. “We have increasingly seen cities and towns ask how they can provide their residents with public transportation that radically improves the customer experience, and yet still achieves the same environmental and congestion-reducing benefits of mass transit solutions. Via’s sophisticated on-demand transit technology is that solution, and we are excited for NewMo to improve mobility for seniors in the community.”

Using the Via app, riders will be able to hail a vehicle directly from their smartphone. Via’s advanced algorithms will enable multiple riders to seamlessly share the vehicle. The powerful technology will direct passengers to a nearby virtual bus stop within a short walking distance for pick up and drop off, allowing for quick and efficient shared trips without lengthy detours, or inconvenient fixed routes and schedules.

“I want seniors to be able to stay in Newton and thrive. Reliable, safe, affordable transportation is a key to giving people options for staying involved in their community as they phase out driving. This is a ground-breaking program that I really think can be a game-changer,” said Mayor Ruthanne Fuller.

Seniors can use the service by downloading the Via smartphone app, available on iOS and Android, or by calling (617-655-8019). Users can book rides Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 9:00 a.m. to noon, costing as little as 50 cents to $5. In partnership with Avis, the new service will feature a fleet of Mercedes Metris vans, as well as wheelchair accessible vehicles.

Via is a leading provider and developer of on-demand public mobility solutions, working with cities and transportation agencies around the world to connect more people to transit. Cooee Busways is among numerous other deployments powered by Via around the globe that make it easier for commuters who do not own a car, prefer not to drive and park, or live within a long distance of a transit hub.

Via has been tapped by cities and transportation players around the world to help re-engineer public transit from a regulated system of rigid routes and schedules to a fully dynamic, on-demand network. Via now has more than 70 launched and pending deployments in more than 15 countries. To learn more about Via, visit www.platform.ridewithvia.com.

About Via
Via is re-engineering public transit, from a regulated system of rigid routes and schedules to a fully dynamic, on-demand network. Via’s mobile app connects multiple passengers who are headed the same way, allowing riders to seamlessly share a premium vehicle. First launched in New York City in September 2013, the Via platform operates in the United States and in Europe through its joint venture with Mercedes-Benz Vans, ViaVan. Via’s technology is also deployed worldwide through dozens of partner projects with public transportation agencies, private transit operators, taxi fleets, private companies, and universities, seamlessly integrating with public transit infrastructure to power cutting-edge on-demand mobility. For more information, visit www.platform.ridewithvia.com.

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“The jump is huge”

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Velodyne Features Advanced Lidar for Port Terminal Automation at TOC Europe

June 14, 2019 Velodyne Integrator DGWorld Showcases Advanced Vehicle Automation DGWorld’s technology taps Velodyne’s rich computer perception data to help determine the safest way to navigate and direct autonomous vehicles. Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Stand A50) will demonstrate how its smart, powerful lidar solutions can advance port terminal automation at TOC Europe in Rotterdam, 18-20 June.… Continue reading Velodyne Features Advanced Lidar for Port Terminal Automation at TOC Europe

Stepping up to the plate for safety

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Statement on the Passing of Rod Hall

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May 2019 was a landmark month for PROTON

Subang Jaya, 10 June 2019 – May 2019 was a landmark month for PROTON as the national carmaker posted its highest sales figure in 46 months. 10,611 units were sold in May, an increase of 51.3% over April and helping push overall sales growth for the first five months of the year to over 70% compared to the same time period in 2018. Market share for the month is estimated to be at 17.2% marking another high point for the Company since January 2016

Strong sales growth powered by intelligence

PROTON has seen strong sales growth in 2019 led by models with intelligent features. The biggest contributor has been the Proton X70, the first SUV for the Company and the undoubted leader in the premium SUV and executive SUV class. 2,439 units were sold in May and cumulatively 13,572 have been delivered in the first five months of the year, meaning the Proton X70 remains as the SUV market leader in overall sales.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans: First independent Mercedes PRO sales outlet in Manhattan

14.

June 2019

Stuttgart

Customers can now find an independent sales outlet for Mercedes PRO, the digital B2B fleet solution, at the Mercedes-Benz dealership in Manhattan (New York, USA). Based on the shop-in-shop principle, this is the first of its kind worldwide. Using a real Sprinter cockpit, Van customers can call up vehicle data, run analyses and make service appointments, for example. Thus all of the 18 Mercedes PRO connect services available at present can be experienced hands-on.
Available in 19 European markets, Mercedes PRO has been available in the USA since the beginning of 2019. “It was a conscious decision to open our first over-the-counter sales outlet in Manhattan. Many digital service offerings are at home in the USA, so we are just bringing together what belongs together. As a digital ecosystem, Mercedes PRO optimises the communication between fleet managers, vehicles and drivers. Orders can be managed online and vehicle information accessed via the system”, explains Bjoern Sack, Head of Connectivity and Digital Services.
Mercedes PRO is the new digital service brand from Mercedes-Benz Vans. The Van sector groups together all current and future business service offers on a digital platform. In addition to a consultation at a dealership, a product advisor is available free of charge at www.mercedes.pro to help Mercedes-Benz Vans commercial customers select the digital services best-suited to their fleet and business. For this, the following parameters in particular are taken into account: the business sector, fleet size, annual mileage and the dynamics of the route planning.

Press Contact

Peter Feneberg

Spokesperson Product Communications Vans – Citan, Vito and Connectivity

peter.feneberg@daimler.com

Tel: +49 (0)711 17-47117

Fax: +49 (0)711 17-52030