MUMBAI, India, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Praana Group today announced the completion of its acquisition of Multi-Chem, now operating as Sterling MultiChem within the Sterling Specialty Chemicals platform. The acquisition strengthens Praana Group’s specialty chemicals platform and expands its energy-sector capabilities. 

The combination brings together Sterling Specialty Chemicals’ expertise in specialty chemical manufacturing, polymer technologies, and advanced surfactant systems with Multi-Chem’s field service capabilities, enhancing its ability to support oil and gas operators with high-performance chemical solutions and technical expertise across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations. 

Multi-Chem has built a strong presence in the oilfield chemicals sector through application-driven programs designed to address complex operational and production challenges. Its solutions support operators across the energy value chain, including chemicals used in drilling, completion, and production, as well as programs focused on flow assurance, corrosion and scale management, water treatment, and process optimization. These capabilities help maintain asset integrity and improve operational performance across energy assets. 

“This acquisition aligns with Praana Group’s long-term strategy of strengthening its global specialty chemicals platform through technology leadership, manufacturing excellence, and strong customer partnerships,” said Vishal Goenka, Vice Chairman of Praana Group. “Multi-Chem has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-performance oilfield chemical solutions and field expertise across complex operating environments. By combining Multi-Chem’s field-driven solutions supporting upstream drilling, completion and production operations, as well as midstream flow assurance and downstream process and asset integrity programs, with Sterling Specialty Chemicals’ manufacturing scale and specialty chemistry capabilities, we will expand our geographic reach and strengthen our ability to deliver high-value solutions across the energy sector.” 

Customers will benefit from an expanded portfolio of specialty chemical technologies, stronger technical support, and deeper application expertise. Both organizations share a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and reliable solutions that help customers maintain efficiency and performance in demanding operating environments. 

Sterling Specialty Chemicals will maintain operational continuity for Sterling MultiChem as integration progresses. Both teams will continue supporting customers and operations while leadership identifies opportunities for technology development, operational synergies, and long-term growth. 

About Praana Group 

Praana Group is a diversified multinational business group in specialty chemicals and advanced materials. Its portfolio includes Galata Chemicals, Artek Surfin Chemicals, Sterling Specialty Chemicals, Sterling Multichem, and 3B Fibreglass. Praana continues to expand its global capabilities through strategic acquisitions and investments across specialty chemicals and advanced materials. 

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India Corporate OfficeDeepa Viswanathdeepa.viswanath@praana.com  

USSydney Rickettsydney.rickett@sterlingspec.com  

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Il traguardo della fusione tra i territori di Lucca, Pisa e Massa-Carrara si traduce in numeri positivi per il bilancio 2025 della Camera di Commercio Toscana Nord-Ovest. Il Consiglio Camerale, riunitosi il 28 aprile, ha infatti approvato un consuntivo che certifica un risultato economico in attivo di 40mila euro, evitando logiche di accumulo a favore della spesa per il territorio. Il dato più eclatante riguarda proprio la quota di risorse re-immesse nel tessuto locale: per ogni euro versato dalle aziende attraverso il diritto annuale, l’ente ha restituito 1,13 euro sotto forma di progetti, servizi e voucher, raggiungendo la quota record del 113 per cento.

Complessivamente, la cifra destinata agli interventi economici diretti ha oltrepassato gli 8,1 milioni di euro. Una fetta consistente di questo tesoretto, sfiorando i 3 milioni a fondo perduto tramite il bando PID-NEXT, è servita a supportare più di 500 realtà aziendali nei processi di transizione ecologica e digitale. L’ente ha inoltre spinto sull’internazionalizzazione, accompagnando oltre mille aziende sui mercati esteri, offrendo formazione specialistica e registrando un balzo del 37 per cento nelle attività promozionali rispetto all’anno precedente.

Grande attenzione è stata riservata anche al marketing territoriale. Oltre un milione e mezzo di euro è stato investito per rafforzare i marchi turistici Terre di Pisa, The Lands of Giacomo Puccini e Destinazione Turistica Apuana, garantendo il supporto a più di cento eventi identitari. Sul versante dell’istruzione e del lavoro, sono stati coinvolti seimila studenti nei percorsi per le competenze trasversali e l’orientamento, con lo scopo di accorciare le distanze tra la domanda delle imprese e chi cerca un impiego.

L’efficienza della macchina amministrativa rappresenta un ulteriore punto di snodo dell’annata. I tempi di evasione delle pratiche telematiche del Registro Imprese si attestano in media su due soli giorni, a fronte di una tempistica nazionale che supera i sette. Un ritmo sostenuto che si ritrova nei pagamenti ai fornitori, saldati con più di due settimane di anticipo sulle scadenze di legge, aiutando così la liquidità del sistema. Sul fronte della giustizia alternativa, l’ente ha inoltre gestito oltre 400 procedimenti di mediazione, per un valore di 3,4 milioni di euro, e quasi 200 iter per tutelare i soggetti sovraindebitati.

La strategia gestionale ha toccato in modo incisivo il patrimonio immobiliare e le partecipazioni societarie, focalizzate esclusivamente su asset considerati strategici per la promozione dell’area vasta. Spiccano in questo ambito la vendita dell’ex complesso Giorgi a Lucca per 5,7 milioni di euro, le trattative avviate per la nuova sede lucchese (6 milioni) e lo stanziamento di 1,5 milioni per riqualificare il Museo del Marmo a Carrara. Operazioni che si innestano su una struttura finanziaria blindata, caratterizzata dalla totale assenza di debiti bancari e da un patrimonio netto vicino ai 70 milioni di euro, base da cui partiranno i futuri progetti infrastrutturali, compreso il potenziamento del Polo Tecnologico Lucchese.

A tirare le somme è il presidente della Camera di Commercio Toscana Nord-Ovest, Valter Tamburini, che evidenzia come i risultati derivino dalla capacità di trasformare la fusione territoriale in un’occasione di crescita. “Aver restituito al territorio il 113% delle risorse è la prova che la Camera non è un costo, ma un moltiplicatore di valore”, sottolinea il presidente, ringraziando per la lungimiranza la Giunta e il Consiglio. Un plauso è stato poi rivolto al segretario generale Cristina Martelli e a tutto lo staff: “La loro competenza e la loro dedizione sono il vero motore che permette a questa macchina di correre veloce, di pagare i fornitori in anticipo e di rispondere alle imprese in tempo reale. Siamo oggi una ‘casa di vetro’ solida e moderna, pronta a guidare lo sviluppo economico della nostra area vasta verso i traguardi del futuro”.

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Stockholm, 4th of May 2026 – Virtune AB (Publ) (“Virtune”) today announces that it has completed the monthly rebalancing of the Virtune Crypto Altcoin Index ETP, listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Nasdaq Helsinki and Xetra (ISIN code SE0023260716). 

In addition to the Virtune Crypto Altcoin Index ETP, Virtune’s product portfolio includes:
 

Virtune Bitcoin ETPVirtune Staked Ethereum ETPVirtune Stellar ETPVirtune Staked Solana ETPVirtune Staked Polkadot ETPVirtune XRP ETPVirtune Avalanche ETPVirtune Litecoin ETPVirtune Chainlink ETPVirtune Arbitrum ETPVirtune Polygon ETPVirtune Staked Cardano ETPVirtune Crypto Top 10 Index ETP SEKVirtune Crypto Top 10 Index ETP EURVirtune Bitcoin Prime ETPVirtune Coinbase 50 Index ETPVirtune Staked Near ETP Virtune Sui ETPVirtune Stablecoin Index ETPVirtune Bittensor ETPVirtune BNB ETPVirtune Hyperliquid ETP 

Index allocation as of 30th April (before rebalancing)

Chainlink: 10.52%Litecoin: 10.40%Stellar: 10.18%Avalanche: 10.16%Sui: 9.98%BNB: 9.92%XRP: 9.91%Cardano: 9.68%Bitcoin Cash: 9.64%Solana: 9.63% 

Index allocation as of 30th of April (after rebalancing):

BNB: 10.00%XRP: 10.00%Solana: 10.00%Bitcoin Cash: 10.00%Cardano: 10.00%Chainlink: 10.00%Stellar: 10.00%Litecoin: 10.00%Avalanche: 10.00%Hyperliquid: 10.00% 

In connection to this month rebalancing there are changes in the index. Sui is exiting the index and Hyperliquid is included in the index. The performance of the Virtune Crypto Altcoin Index ETP for April was -0.09%. 

The rebalancing is carried out according to the index that the ETP tracks, the Virtune Crypto Altcoin Index. The purpose of the monthly rebalancing is to reset the weights of each crypto asset to provide equal-weighted exposure to altcoins. 

Virtune Crypto Altcoin Index ETP is the first of its kind in the Nordic region. It includes up to 10 leading alternative crypto assets (altcoins), excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum. Each altcoin is equally weighted to promote diversification; this structure allows investors to gain broad exposure to crypto assets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum without being heavily concentrated in any single crypto asset. 

If you, as an (institutional) investor, are interested in meeting with Virtune to explore how our ETPs can support your asset management strategy or to learn more about Virtune and our product offering, please feel free to contact us at hello@virtune.com. You can also visit
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Virtune, headquartered in Stockholm, is a regulated Swedish digital asset manager and issuer of crypto exchange traded products listed on regulated European exchanges. Through regulatory compliance, strategic partnerships with leading industry players, and our experienced team, we empower global investors to access innovative and sophisticated investment solutions aligned with the evolving landscape of the global crypto market. 

Cryptocurrency investments are associated with high risk. Virtune does not provide investment advice. Investments are made at your own risk. Securities may increase or decrease in value, and there is no guarantee that you will recover your invested capital. Please read the prospectus, KID, terms at www.virtune.com.
 

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BAODING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 May 2026 – During the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, GWM hosted a Tech Day event, opening its global safety and testing complex to hundreds of international journalists and overseas dealers, who engaged in in-depth exchanges with engineers. No staged demos, no polished pitches—only real engineering: black electromagnetic absorbers, a 120ton rotating crash barrier, and an ORA 5 undergoing a 60 km/h side impact in full view of witnesses.  

Frontier Tech in Focus: Global Media Eagerly Inquire About Rollout Timelines
 

During the Tech Day event, technical experts from GWM delivered in-depth technical analyses on all-scenario intelligent driving, next-generation smart cockpits, and the Hi4 powertrain family. The smart cockpit, powered by the Coffee OS 3 system, stood out with its five defining qualities – ” Good-looking, Easy to Use, Fun to Use, Pleasant to Hear, and Highly Intelligent.” GWM’s driver assistance system also earned strong acclaim for its forward-looking design and broad adaptability, particularly its thorough consideration of global regulations, local driving habits, scenario adaptability, and data localization strategies–a clear reflection of GWM’s global R&D vision. Meanwhile, the Hi4 powertrain family impressed attendees with its all-scenario capability and exceptional performance. Throughout the event, media representatives from various countries and regions eagerly inquired about the local rollout plans and timelines for these cutting-edge technologies.  

A Foundation of Self-Reliance: Power and Validation Built In-House
 

Technical confidence starts with self‑developed power. Based on its Forest Ecosystem architecture, GWM has independently created 4.0T V8 and 3.0T V6 engines plus advanced diesel hybrid systems. To prove safety rather than just claim it, GWM built China’s first independent comprehensive proving ground, high‑altitude simulation lab, and climatic wind tunnel, forming a full‑life‑cycle validation system for global markets.  

Launched in 2025, the GWM Safety Lab represents a 510‑million‑yuan investment across 57,000 square meters, serving as the core of a nearly 10‑billion‑yuan testing ecosystem. Global media experienced the facility with no guided script, seeing authentic validation rather than curated showcases.  

Core Labs: Engineering Excellence Behind Every Detail
 

Inside the EMC Chamber, full shielding and wave‑absorbing materials enable 360‑degree testing with all electronic systems active. GWM’s internal standard limits electromagnetic radiation to less than one‑fifth of the national legal requirement. The 30‑million‑yuan NVH anechoic chamber uses a double‑layer room‑in‑room structure to reach 20 dB.  

The 300‑million‑yuan climatic wind tunnel covers 2,800 square meters, simulating ‑40°C to 60°C, 5%–95% humidity, and winds up to 250 km/h. “To use the same calibration in the Middle East and Northern Europe without validation is gambling, not engineering,” a senior engineer noted,”Every GWM vehicle passes extreme cold, heat, and humidity tests before market launch. ”  

Crash Test Center: Where Every Millisecond Defines Safety
 

GWM’s crash lab supports Euro NCAP, C‑NCAP, and FMVSS standards. In the Multi‑Angle Crash Zone, the high-speed camera captures 4,000 frames per second, allowing it to clearly record the trajectory of a bullet’s movement. In this way, engineers can split the 0.1-second crash into hundreds of parts and observe and analyze them frame by frame. Below the track, a glass‑covered camera pit captures underbody deformation in real time.  

The 120‑ton moving deformable barrier withstands a 3.5‑ton vehicle crashing at 80 km/h. In the laboratory. It is possible to simulate vehicle collisions with guardrails on both sides of the highway, as well as full-scenario drop and rollover conditions for both left-hand drive and right-hand drive vehicles. “Rollover risk is deadly, so we test more rigorously than any other brand,” an engineer explained.  

The AEB pre‑collision track simulates real‑world “brake then crash” conditions to ensure restraints and airbags work in sync. The New Energy Safety Zone manages thermal runaway with automated submergence in 30 seconds and AI firefighting for severe cases. GWM’s 34 high‑precision crash dummies include $1.7‑million THOR units and $1.1‑million WorldSID side‑impact units. “Dummies are not props—they define life‑saving boundaries,” engineers stressed.  

ORA 5 Euro NCAP Test: Five-Star Safety Ready for Europe
 

In the on-site side impact test referencing Euro NCAP, the ORA 5 destined for Europe was struck at 60 km/h with one adult and two child dummies. The vehicle moved 5 meters, activated hazard lights, showed zero fuel leakage, and kept doors closed for occupant protection.  

With 75% high‑strength steel, 2,000‑MPa submarine‑grade A‑pillars, 1,500‑MPa door beams, full‑coverage airbags, and adaptive seatbelts, the ORA 5 is on track for a Euro NCAP five‑star safety rating.  

Strategic Vision: Trust, Safety and Tech Sovereignty
 

By opening its labs transparently, GWM builds global trust with tangible engineering rather than marketing. Safety validation clears regional barriers for Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and North America, enabling synchronized global launches.  

Full‑stack self‑developed systems, industry‑first rotating barriers, and exclusive rollover testing mark GWM’s shift from adopting global tools to defining global standards.  

As one senior dealer commented: “This is exactly what we needed to see.”  

GWM’s global safety promise is clear: safety built on data, proven in labs, trusted worldwide.  

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Liveable and Sustainable Cities: ACT Now!14 – 16 June 2026  

SINGAPORE, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 10th edition of the World Cities Summit (WCS) 2026 takes place in Singapore from 14 to 16 June this year. Organised by Singapore’s Centre for Liveable Cities (CLC) and Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), the biennial Summit is a global platform that convenes government leaders, industry experts, and academia to inspire conversations on cities, address urban liveability and sustainability challenges, share integrated urban solutions, and forcities are wher ge new partnerships. 

The past nine editions of WCS have welcomed over 140,000 delegates from more than 250 cities. In 2024, the Summit hosted over 3,500 delegates from nearly 100 cities, including 115 Ministers, Mayors, and city leaders. Alongside promoting knowledge exchange between government, industry experts and academia, the Summit offers sponsors, corporates and SMEs a global platform to connect with cities and other partners. 

Confirmed speakers for WCS 2026 include Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Singapore, alongside city leaders from Europe and Latin America such as Berlin, Bucharest, London, Madrid, and Bogotá, among other global participants. 

The full list of notable attendees, as of 4 May can be found here. 

The 10th edition marks an important milestone in Singapore’s role as a trusted convenor of urban leaders, and a springboard for knowledge sharing and collaboration between cities. It reinforces the central role of cities in tackling pressing challenges such as climate change, housing and sustainable infrastructure, while emphasising implementable outcomes and stronger city-to-city collaboration across the world. 

About WCS 2026 

The theme for WCS 2026, “Liveable and Sustainable Cities: ACT Now!” is a rallying call for the urgent need to Accelerate, Collaborate, and Transform urban environments to create more liveable resilient, and sustainable cities.   

Participants can look forward to engaging discussions across six thematic tracks: Cities for People, Resilient & Regenerative Cities, Smart Cities, Financing for Cities, Future Cities, and the WRLDCTY Connections Stage – designed to address the most pressing issues and opportunities in urban development. Each track includes plenaries, discussions, masterclasses, and roundtables, organised with international partners such as the World Bank Group, C40 Cities, United Nations Development Programme, Bloomberg CityLab, and the Urban Land Institute (ULI). 

The full programme is available at the World Cities Summit website here. 

10th Edition of WCS Showcases the Importance of City-to-City Collaboration  

Contributing to the global urban agenda, WCS 2026 has attracted participation from international partners such as C40 Cities, CDP, EU International Urban and Regional Cooperation (EU-IURC), Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), Urban Land Institute (ULI), World Resources Institute and the World Major Association of the Metropolises. The IPCC session is a senior leaders roundtable engaging scientists, mayors, senior city officials, and urban climate experts to further discuss the IPCC’s Special Report on Climate Change and Cities (SRCities). 

Together, the summit will highlight how ideas are implemented to address important issues such as climate change, affordable housing, health and wellness, urban energy transition, water management, jobs and mobility, social inclusion, digital innovation, and sustainable financing. 

New Programme Offerings at WCS 2026 

The “WRLDCTY Connections Stage” will explore liveability, lovability, and longevity in cities, with perspectives drawn from diverse regions. The new track will also highlight placemaking and cultural heritage as key dimensions of urban identity. 

Practitioner-led masterclasses and delegate site visits linked to sessions, will enable  a holistic understanding of thematic tracks through real-world experiences. 

Join the World Cities Summit in Singapore this June, the premier cities’ conference where leaders and change makers in the urban solutions space convene. 

About the World Cities Summit 

The biennial World Cities Summit (WCS) is a platform for government leaders and industry experts to address liveable and sustainable city challenges, share integrated urban solutions, and forge new partnerships. Key highlights of the Summit include the Mayors Forum, WCS Young Leaders Symposium, the Science of Cities Symposium, the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize, and an exhibition. For more information, visit www.worldcitiessummit.com.sg
 

More details can be found on the WCS website. 

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At the exhibition area of the 139th Canton Fair’s Toys & Children, Baby and Maternity Products category, exhibitors are presenting products that merge smart technology, educational value and sustainable materials, responding to the evolving expectations of global families seeking safe, creative, and smart parenting solutions. 

Parenting products have put a focus on smart, multi-functional design. An intelligent soothing pendant uses voice recognition to detect a baby’s cry and automatically play music, while a self-rotating smart car seat improves convenience of use by automatic turning. 

Further innovations emphasize convenience and integrated care. A wireless diaper-changing baby scale combines multiple functions for daily care and health monitoring, alongside an electric cradle and a one-touch foldable crib that enable effortless setup and hands-free parenting. 

Newly released products highlight the educational wooden toys sector’s momentum. A miniature wooden kitchen set, crafted from FSC certified natural wood and coated with water-based paint, meets major international safety standards and supports early life skills development. Alongside it, an ocean themed multifunctional play table introduces a modular approach to early learning. Built from natural wood and finished with food grade coatings and rounded edges, the table integrates geometric cognition, musical exploration, and logic training. It represents a meaningful step in the evolution of traditional wooden toys toward more interactive early education tools. 

Sustainability remains a defining thread across the category. A series of thick wooden puzzles illustrates how recycled materials can be developed into durable, affordable and educational products. Made with a significant proportion of medium‑density fiberboard derived from reclaimed wood fibers, the puzzles reflect efficient resource use while demonstrating how manufacturers integrate function, durability and cost‑effectiveness into their design considerations. Their handcrafted texture and cultural warmth further underscore a commitment to greener, more responsible production. 

In an age shaped by AI and diversified consumption needs, traditional maternity and child product makers are finding fresh relevance. While preserving an emotional warmth, they are introducing smart interaction, joyful educational design, and greener materials, giving the classic category a modern spark and renewing its appeal for today’s families. 

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone. 

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient. 

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services. 

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions. 

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface. 

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living. 

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BEIJING, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — When Ismail Zabeeh enrolled as a doctoral student at the Institute of South-South Cooperation and Development (ISSCAD) at Peking University, he had already served as a state minister in the Maldives. What drew him back to a classroom was the chance to study development through the firsthand experience of countries that have undergone rapid development themselves. 

Zabeeh is far from alone. Eric Dodoo-Amoo, who heads the China Desk of the Ministry of Finance of Ghana, is an ISSCAD graduate from the class of 2022. On April 29, 2026, both came to PKU’s Yingjie Overseas Exchange Center to join students and alumni from around the world in marking the institute’s 10th anniversary, celebrated with a forum on sustainable development in the Global South. 

Founded in 2016, ISSCAD was built on a premise that remains rare in international development education: that developing countries have generated their own body of knowledge worth studying systematically. 

“The most important innovation of this institute is that it draws on the development experience of China and other developing countries,” said Justin Yifu Lin, ISSCAD’s honorary dean and a former chief economist of the World Bank. 

The anniversary forum brought together government leaders, scholars, and diplomats. PKU Council Chair He Guangcai and senior officials from the China International Development Cooperation Agency, the Ministry of Commerce, and the Ministry of Education reaffirmed their commitment to the institute as a platform for talent development, policy research, and international exchange. 

Arkebe Oqubay, a former senior minister of Ethiopia and a leading scholar on industrial policy in Africa, called the coming decade a critical window for deepening South-South cooperation. Abigail Shoniwa, Zimbabwe’s ambassador to China, noted that Zimbabwean policymakers have drawn directly on insights gained through ISSCAD programs. 

A special lighting ceremony and flag parade featuring students and alumni from more than 80 countries marked the 10th anniversary, symbolizing unity and shared aspirations of the Global South. 

Over the past decade, the institute has trained senior officials, diplomats, and scholars from across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific, offering doctoral and master’s programs that combine academic research with policy fieldwork in China. 

As ISSCAD enters its second decade, Lin laid out an aspiration: for the institute to grow into a globally recognized center for academic innovation and knowledge exchange among developing nations. 

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FIRENZE – Nel panorama italiano della medicina del lavoro, il costo della visita del medico competente rappresenta uno degli elementi centrali per le aziende chiamate a garantire la sorveglianza sanitaria dei propri dipendenti.

I dati di mercato, basati su listini reali e offerte presenti sul territorio nazionale, mostrano come il prezzo di una visita medica standard si collochi generalmente tra i 40 e i 70 euro, con variazioni legate al contesto operativo, al numero di lavoratori e alla struttura del servizio. In questo scenario, la Toscana si distingue per un posizionamento particolarmente competitivo, con tariffe che spesso si attestano nella fascia più bassa del range nazionale, intorno ai 45–50 euro per visita.

Si tratta di valori concreti, riscontrabili in diversi operatori regionali, che evidenziano come il mercato toscano sia caratterizzato da una forte attenzione al contenimento dei costi. La visita del medico competente, che costituisce il momento fondamentale della sorveglianza sanitaria, viene quindi proposta a condizioni economiche particolarmente favorevoli rispetto ad altre aree del paese, dove lo stesso servizio tende a collocarsi su livelli più elevati, soprattutto nei contesti più strutturati o con maggiore integrazione organizzativa.

È importante sottolineare che il prezzo della sola visita non esaurisce il quadro complessivo della sorveglianza sanitaria. In molti casi, infatti, alla visita si affiancano esami analitici e strumentali che vengono prescritti in funzione dei rischi specifici legati alla mansione svolta dal lavoratore. Questi accertamenti, come ad esempio controlli della funzionalità respiratoria, valutazioni dell’udito o altri test clinici, rappresentano un’integrazione essenziale del percorso sanitario e incidono sul costo complessivo per azienda, pur rimanendo distinti dalla tariffa della visita medica base.

Il fatto che la Toscana mantenga prezzi contenuti per la visita del medico competente la colloca stabilmente nella fascia più accessibile del mercato nazionale. Una posizione che può rappresentare un vantaggio competitivo per le imprese locali, ma che allo stesso tempo apre una riflessione sul valore complessivo del servizio e sulle prospettive di evoluzione del settore, sempre più orientato verso modelli integrati di prevenzione e gestione della salute nei luoghi di lavoro

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BRUSSELS, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Smartee Denti-Technology, a global innovator in clear aligner solutions, presented its latest clinical developments and detailed its European localization strategy at the 7th Congress of the European Aligner Society (EAS). Held from April 16 to 18, at the SQUARE – Brussels Convention Centre, the congress marked the society’s 10th anniversary and brought together over 1,000 participants from 65 countries under the theme  “Aligner Next Generation”. 

The three-day event focused on advances in aligner science, clinical innovation, and digital workflows, emphasizing the integration of AI-driven treatment planning, 3D printing, and patient-specific biomechanics into modern orthodontic practice. 

Advancing Mandibular Repositioning and Early Intervention 

Smartee’s scientific contributions at the congress featured two clinical sessions focused on addressing complex orthodontic challenges, specially the management of  severe jaw discrepancies. 

On April 17, Dr. Te Wang, a core member of Prof. Gang Shen’s Orthodontic Team from Shanghai TaiKang Dental Hospital, delivered a lecture titled “A Novel Clear S8-SGTB Correcting Severe Class II Jaw Discrepancy by Mandibular Advancement Repositioning Technology.” The presentation explored how Smartee’s S8-SGTB aligner system applies the principles of Mandibular Advancement Repositioning Technology (MART) to manage complex skeletal Class II cases. 

Earlier in the congress, on April 16, Dr. Vélez Lagunes presented a three-part session titled “Smartee Clear Aligner: Innovative Approaches to Intercept and Correct Malocclusion in Growing Patients.” Her lectures examined the integration of mandibular advancement systems with early intervention strategies for growing patients,highlighting how guiding facial growth during development can help reduce the need for more invasive treatments later. Following her presentation, Dr. Thomas Felkai presented clinical cases demonstrating the application of mandibular advancement technology, along with practical examples of how Smartee’s orthodontic solutions, such as the S11 arch expander, can be integrated into treatment protocols to effectively manage cases requiring arch expansion. 

Attendees showed strong curiosity and active engagement, asking detailed questions about the biomechanics of mandibular advancement, and the practical integration of Smartee S11 arch expanders. Many clinicians expressed genuine interest in adopting Smartee’s technology for their own practices. 

Expanding European Infrastructure and Localized Support 

Europe is widely recognized as one of the largest and fastest‑growing markets for clear aligners globally. Smartee continues to build its regional infrastructure to better serve local clinicians. In 2024, the company established a manufacturing facility in Madrid, Spain, which serves as a strategic hub for localized production and delivery across Europe. 

In October 2025, Smartee further expanded its footprint by establishing its UK subsidiary and European Orthodontic Clinical Support Center in Stoke-on-Trent. This center provides treatment planning services, case analysis, and technical support aligned with European clinical standards. 

To ensure education remains relevant and locally grounded, Smartee continues to work closely with regional key opinion leaders and educators to develop training programs tailored to the specific clinical needs of European orthodontists. 

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SANTA CLARA, California, May 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StellarSpace, azienda pioniera a livello globale nell’automazione industriale, il 28 aprile ha lanciato ufficialmente il suo portfolio completo di prodotti per l’intelligenza industriale in occasione del primo Global Embodied Intelligence AI Innovation Summit (GEIS) nella Silicon Valley. Durante l’attesissimo evento, StellarSpace ha presentato una suite di prodotti di punta, specificamente progettati per le applicazioni industriali nell’era dell’IA, attirando una notevole attenzione da parte dei media. 

“Il passaggio dall’automazione a un’autentica intelligenza fisica richiede un nuovo modo di pensare sostanziale dell’hardware sottostante”, ha dichiarato Tan Cong, CEO di StellarSpace, nel suo intervento al summit. “In qualità di partner chiave di Magic Ecosystem, StellarSpace fornisce i ‘muscoli e i nervi’ per i robot incarnati. La nostra presenza nella Silicon Valley evidenzia il nostro profondo impegno nel supportare la comunità globale della robotica incarnata con un’affidabilità di livello industriale.” 

StellarSpace sta superando i limiti delle prestazioni nel campo del controllo del movimento e accelerando l’adozione dell’autonomia industriale con la sua ultima generazione di controllori logici programmabili (programmable logic controllers, PLC), servosistemi, convertitori di frequenza e motori industriali ad alta efficienza: 

StellarSpace si impegna a fornire valore ai clienti attraverso prestazioni estreme, supportate da soluzioni end-to-end. Grazie allo sviluppo interno completo, l’azienda offre un’essenziale garanzia tecnologica per le apparecchiature di controllo e azionamento utilizzate nella produzione, nella robotica, nell’edilizia e nelle infrastrutture. 

“Il mercato ha convalidato la nostra tecnologia. StellarSpace si è aggiudicata ordini da clienti negli Stati Uniti, Danimarca, Italia, Turchia, Emirati Arabi Uniti, Malesia, Indonesia e nella regione CSI”, ha affermato Tan. “Questa fiducia internazionale e interregionale dimostra pienamente la nostra capacità di soddisfare gli standard industriali più esigenti al mondo.” 

Al GEIS, il vincitore del Premio Turing Martin Hellman e l’ex sindaco di San Francisco Willie Brown si sono uniti a esperti di giganti della tecnologia come OpenMind, Google e NVIDIA per esplorare il futuro della sicurezza dell’IA e della vita urbana. 

Grazie alla visione decennale del presidente di MagicLab, Gu Shitao, e alla partecipazione straordinaria di Lay Zhang, l’evento ha messo in luce convergenza di sicurezza, intelligenza artificiale e potenza industriale all’interno dell’ecosistema Magic. 

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SAN GIULIANO TERME – Un laghetto artificiale realizzato pochi mesi fa ha aiutato lo spegnimento dell’incendio sul Monte Faeta, accorciando il tragitto degli elicotteri impegnati a caricare e scaricare acqua sulle fiamme.

Lo evidenzia il presidente della Toscana Eugenio Giani, che parla di “un’indubbia situazione sventata di pericolo” e di “esempio di come protezione civile, servizio regionale di vigilanza antincendio, volontari e vigili del fuoco abbiano collaborato e lavorato con tempestività, evitando danni ben maggiori che quelli pur rilevanti di un rogo che ha colpito un’area di ottocento ettari”.

Le fiamme sono arrivate da un lato al confine tra i comuni di Lucca e Capannori e dall’altro nel comune pisano di San Giuliano Terme.

“Ha funzionato – spiega Giani – la realizzazione di alcune infrastrutture a servizio dell’attività di antincendio: lo scorso settembre nel comune di San Giuliano Terme inaugurammo un invaso per l’acqua artificialmente orientato a una reimmissione di acqua dopo il prelievo da parte degli elicotteri”. “Il vento pazzesco ha dilatato il rogo di questi giorni – aggiunge il presidente -, lo stesso vento per lungo tempo non ha permesso ai Canadair di avvicinarsi ed avere un laghetto a un chilometro dalle prime fiamme piuttosto che dover percorrerne quindici per andare a riempirsi sul mare ha fatto per gli elicotteri la differenza”.

“Vederli portare con rapidità l’acqua sull’incendio è stata una gratificazione per tanto impegno messo nel costruire l’invaso che la Regione ha finanziato. È la dimostrazione dell’importanza di queste opere. L’abbiamo concretamente rilevato assieme al sindaco di San Giuliano, Matteo Cecchelli e continueremo su questa strada, che è la via giusta”.

“Oggi – rimarca Giani – se l’incendio è stato fermato prima di arrivare a colpire abitazioni e vite umane coprendo con le fiamme borghi e paesi è proprio anche grazie a questa infrastruttura, che ha facilitato il lavoro degli elicotteri. La situazione è ora sempre più sotto controllo”.

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SAN GIULIANO TERME – Proseguono senza sosta le operazioni di spegnimento dell’incendio boschivo sul Monte Faeta, in provincia di Lucca, che ha interessato circa 710 ettari ed è attualmente bonificato per circa il 40 per cento, con presenza di fiamme attive in alcune porzioni del perimetro.

Il sistema antincendi boschivi impegnato sul campo sta concentrando gli sforzi in particolare su due punti ritenuti ancora critici, sui quali è prioritario intervenire prima del previsto cambio delle condizioni del vento atteso a metà giornata.

Secondo le previsioni, infatti, la rotazione dei venti da ovest-nord-ovest potrebbe determinare nuove difficoltà nelle operazioni e favorire riattivazioni del fuoco, rendendo ancora più urgente la completa messa in sicurezza delle aree attive.

Al momento le squadre impegnate nelle attività di contenimento e bonifica sono una quarantina, composte da operai forestali delle unioni di comuni e operatori Aib del Coordinamento volontariato toscano.

A supporto delle squadre a terra, sei mezzi aerei nazionali affiancati da un elicottero della flotta regionale. Tutte le operazioni di spegnimento sono coordinate da un direttore di Città Metropolitana, assistito da altri tecnici regionali e delle unioni di comuni della Media Valle del Serchio e Garfagnana. Presenti anche analisti di campo per il supporto al direttore delle operazioni nella strategia di spegnimento e squadre di gruppi addetti all’uso del fuoco.

Contemporaneamente il sistema regionale antincendi boschivi è presente anche su un ulteriore fronte nel comune di Massarosa, sempre in provincia di Lucca, dove è in corso lo spegnimento di un altro incendio boschivo.

In quest’area di alcuni ettari interessati dalle fiamme stanno operando un elicottero e sei squadre dell’organizzazione regionale Aib.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StellarSpace, a global pioneer in industrial automation, officially launched its full-stack industrial intelligence product portfolio at the inaugural Global Embodied Intelligence AI Innovation Summit (GEIS) in Silicon Valley on April 28. At the highly anticipated event, StellarSpace unveiled a suite of core products purpose-built for industrial applications in the AI era, drawing significant media attention. 

“The transition from automation to genuine physical intelligence requires a fundamental rethinking of the underlying hardware,” said Tan Cong, CEO of StellarSpace, speaking at the summit. “As a key partner of Magic Ecosystem, StellarSpace is providing the ‘muscles and nerves’ for embodied robots. Our presence in Silicon Valley underscores our deep commitment to supporting the global embodied robotics community with industrial-grade reliability.” 

StellarSpace is pushing the limits of motion control performance and accelerating the adoption of industrial autonomy with its latest generation of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), servo systems, frequency converters, and high-efficiency industrial motors: 

StellarSpace is committed to delivering customer value through extreme performance, backed by end-to-end solutions. By adhering to full-stack in-house development, the company provides essential technological assurance for control and drive equipment used in manufacturing, robotics, buildings, and infrastructure. 

“The market has validated our technology. StellarSpace has secured orders from customers in the US, Denmark, Italy, Turkey, the UAE, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the CIS region,” said Tan. “This cross-regional international trust fully demonstrates our ability to meet the world’s most demanding industrial standards.” 

At GEIS, Turing Award laureate Martin Hellman and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown joined experts from tech giants such as OpenMind, Google, and NVIDIA to explore the future of AI safety and urban living. 

With MagicLab President Gu Shitao’s 10-year vision and a guest appearance by Lay Zhang, the event showcased the convergence of security, AI, and industrial power within the Magic Ecosystem. 

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In the news release, Applied Intuition Collaborates with Heidelberg Materials to Advance Innovation in Quarry Operations with Autonomous Haulage Fleets, issued 30-Apr-2026 by Applied Intuition, Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:  

Deployment brings intelligent, vehicle-based autonomy to Australia, establishing a new operating model for construction and mining environments. 

SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Applied Intuition, Inc., a leader in physical AI, today announced its collaboration with Heidelberg Materials, one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions, to deploy autonomous haulage systems for Heidelberg Materials’ quarry operations, starting at a site in Australia.  

Applied Intuition will provide its Self-Driving System (SDS) for Construction to support autonomous haulage operations within Heidelberg Materials’ fleet of construction and mining vehicles in Australia. The deployment marks the next real-world application of Applied Intuition’s autonomy platform in industrial environments. Upon successful completion, it will support the expansion of autonomous operations within Heidelberg Materials’ broader Australian network. 

The collaboration also challenges the standard industry model. While autonomy solutions traditionally target the largest quarry sites, this system is designed for smaller operations, including those running just two 40-ton trucks, making it deployable across quarry sites of varying size worldwide. 

“No two quarry or construction sites operate the same way, with different layouts, constraints and economics,” said Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO of Applied Intuition. “We’ve built our platform to adapt to that reality. This partnership shows we can take the same core system used in large mining operations and apply it to smaller, infrastructure-constrained quarry sites, scaling it across hundreds of unique locations.” 

For Heidelberg Materials, the partnership is aimed at enhancing safety and operational performance. It also reflects the need for an autonomy solution that can operate at large sites and smaller ones too, whereas traditional autonomous haulage systems are often too infrastructure-heavy or costly to scale. For Applied Intuition, it serves as a proof point that its autonomy platform is designed not just for one-off deployments, but for global scale across construction, quarry and mining environments of any size. 

Applied Intuition’s system runs directly on the vehicle, with integrated perception, decision-making and safety systems onboard, enabling reliable operation without constant connectivity or heavy site infrastructure. 

The collaboration builds on Applied Intuition’s growing presence in construction and mining autonomy and reinforces its broader physical AI strategy. The same core platform has already been deployed in other industries, including trucking and defense, with learnings from each domain contributing to continuous system improvements. Applied Intuition’s SDS platform strategy also enables the company to bring technologies proven in other domains into construction and mining, helping accelerate development and deployment. 

Through this project, Applied Intuition demonstrates the range of its autonomy platform, from some of the largest mining trucks in the world to smaller quarry vehicles operating in constrained, lower-infrastructure environments. Together, these deployments highlight the company’s approach to building scalable autonomy for construction and mining from the ground up. 

To learn more about how Applied Intuition is building the future of construction autonomy, visit applied.co. 

About Applied IntuitionApplied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Gothenburg, Sweden; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co. 

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Northrop Grumman Honors Top Partners at Annual Supplier Excellence Awards 

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill., May 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Permag™ is honored to be recognized by Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) as a top supplier at this year’s Supplier Excellence Awards, highlighting our commitment to strengthening the defense industrial base with strategic partnerships that support national security. 

With over 75 years of expertise in magnet and magnetic assembly manufacturing, along with deep capabilities in rare earth materials, and presence across North America and Europe, Permag delivers highly engineered, precision solutions tailored for mission-critical applications in aerospace and defense, among other demanding industries. 

“Northrop Grumman has a legacy of fostering strong partnerships, a network of hard-working innovators and collaborators striving towards a mutual goal of protecting the United States and its allies,” said Ken Brown, vice president and chief supply chain officer, Northrop Grumman. “From putting the first humans on the moon to introducing stealth technology that revolutionized defense, Northrop Grumman and our partners have continually pushed the boundaries of what is possible.”  

Northrop Grumman acknowledged Permag for Strategic Excellence, underscoring the vital role suppliers play in delivering next-generation capabilities in weapons, aircraft, missile defense and space systems. Collectively, Northrop Grumman’s suppliers support more than 100,000 jobs with an annual economic impact of more than $27.8 billion nationally.  

“We are honored to receive the Supplier Excellence Award, a recognition that reflects the dedication of our entire team and our unwavering commitment to quality, reliability, and partnership. This achievement is not just a milestone for our company, but a testament to the trust our customers place in us every day. We remain focused on continuously raising the bar and delivering exceptional value across everything we do,” says Joe Stupfel, Permag CEO. 

About PermagPermag, the only North American producer of Samarium Cobalt (SmCo) magnets, is a global leader in high-performance magnetic solutions, providing cutting-edge materials, precision-engineered components, and the manufacture of advanced magnets and magnetic assemblies to industries where performance matters most. With a rich legacy built by Dexter, EEC, and MCE, the Permag group of companies is committed to driving innovation, delivering superior quality, and solving customers’ toughest challenges. 

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Gustavo OlanoSr. Director of MarketingGustavo.Olano@permag.com(978) 201-6910 

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A one-of-a-kind celebration of music, leadership, tradition, and transatlantic friendship spotlights the next generation of American leaders 

FRONT ROYAL, Va., May 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Randolph-Macon Academy (R-MA), Virginia’s premier college-preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 8–12, delivered a superb parade performance at Thursday’s “Royal Block Party” in honor of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla during the Virginia leg of their State Visit to the United States this week. 

Hosted by the Town of Front Royal, set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this celebration welcomed the Royal couple to an unprecedented event filled with local citizens, community leaders, and distinguished guests, for an unforgettable scene of pageantry, patriotism, and performance in the heart of Front Royal. 

The Royal Block Party featured a combined ceremonial and musical presentation led by the renowned Randolph-Macon Academy Marching Band, joined by the Academy’s Color Guard and Regimental Staff. In a stirring display of community spirit, student musicians from Skyline High School and Warren County High School also performed, creating a powerful showcase of talent, discipline, and community pride. 

“Randolph-Macon Academy stands at the intersection of history, leadership, and opportunity. To welcome Their Majesties in a setting that celebrates service, scholarship, and young people rising to meet the future is both a privilege and a moment of enormous significance for our Academy, our town, and our region.  This event showed the world what Yellow Jackets mean by ‘the Power of Rise’!”, said R-MA Board Chair Lucy Hooper. 

R-MA cadets performing for the Royal couple spoke powerfully of the unique experience.  The Academy’s Regimental Commander, Cadet Colonel Rania Husted ’26, said, “I feel incredibly honored that R-MA was included in such a historic event. More than anything, I feel proud of my fellow cadets. Their hard work and dedication were evident in our performance, and I hope we made our Front Royal community proud as well.” 

The Regimental Sergeant Major, Bijou Kebbay ’27, observed, “Everyone was nervous, I mean it was the king and queen of the United Kingdom, of course they were. But it was so beautiful to see how everyone came together to support each other and make sure everyone shined.” 

Founded in 1892, Randolph-Macon Academy has developed young people of character, purpose, and ambition for more than 130 years. Located on a 135-acre campus in the Shenandoah Valley, R-MA offers a distinctive educational experience where structure meets opportunity, and tradition fuels transformation. 

For families seeking more than a conventional high school experience, Randolph-Macon Academy offers something increasingly rare: a clear path to a life of meaning and purpose. 

R-MA combines the personal attention of a small independent school with the ambition of a world-class preparatory institution. Students benefit from small classes, highly engaged faculty, competitive athletics, an extensive rotary and fixed wing aviation curriculum, STEM and robotics programs, leadership development, and one of the nation’s most respected college and service academy preparatory environments. 

The Academy’s outcomes speak for themselves: 

In an era when families are searching for schools that do more than educate—that build resilience, cultivate leadership, and prepare students for consequential lives—Randolph-Macon Academy offers a compelling answer. As Front Royal welcomed royalty, Randolph-Macon Academy continued to do what it has done for thirteen decades: stand tall, lead proudly, and inspire the Rise within. 

For additional details, visit Randolph-Macon Academy at www.rma.edu. 

About Randolph-Macon Academy 

Randolph-Macon Academy is a coeducational college-preparatory boarding and day school serving students in grades 8–12 and PG, in Front Royal, Virginia. Founded in 1892, the Academy is known for its distinctive combination of academic rigor, leadership development, character formation, and exceptional college and service academy outcomes. 

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SAN GIULIANO – È proseguito tutto il giorno l’impegno dei vigili del fuoco per il vasto incendio boschivo che sta interessando i territori di Santa Maria del Giudice, San Giuliano Terme e Asciano. 

Sul rogo hanno operato mezzi aerei, tra cui 4 Canadair e 1 elicottero Erickson S-64 della flotta aerea del Corpo nazionale, a supporto delle squadre a terra impegnate nel contenimento delle fiamme.

Sul fronte pisano risultano ancora attivi alcuni focolai: sono 104 i vigili del fuoco impegnati nell’area, con un totale di 85 interventi effettuati dall’inizio dell’emergenza, di cui 73 per incendio e 12 per recupero beni e assistenza alla popolazione. Le fiamme hanno danneggiato un’abitazione.

“Siamo cautamente ottimisti – ha detto il governatore Eugenio Giani – la situazione è senz’altro migliorata rispetto alla notte scorsa quando, intorno alle 1,30 ho ricevuto la telefonata allarmata del sindaco Cecchelli che mi diceva della necessità di evacuare quasi tutta la frazione di Asciano. Ma c’è ancora molto lavoro da fare”.

Stamani, comunque, la sensazione era quella della tragedia sfiorata ed evitata grazie all’opera di centinaia di persone che sono state impegnate nell’emergenza per tutta la notte. “In meno di mezz’ora è cambiato il vento e il fronte del fuoco ha cominciato ad avvicinarsi pericolosamente ad Asciano, da lì la decisione dell’evacuazione immediata – ha proseguito Cecchelli – Ad ora non ci sono feriti, né persone che hanno avuto malori o problemi di salute a causa del fumo, siamo riusciti a proteggere quasi tutto il centro abitato, anche se alcune zone sono state lambite dalle fiamme, e fatto il massimo per difendere il nostro amato monte”.

I numeri, comunque, sono quelli di un disastro. Quantomeno dal punto di vista ecologico e ambientale: “Un bilancio preciso lo potremo fare solo a fiamme spente, ma si stima che sui due versanti, pisano e lucchese, il fuoco abbia interessato circa 800 ettari di bosco – continua Cecchelli-. Mai i nostri monti avevano visto un incendio di queste proporzioni”. A ciò si aggiunga l’evacuazione di circa due mila persone, organizzata a tempo di record nel cuore della notte. Da stamani alle 11.30 è stato anche riaperto il Foro, lungo la Statale 12.

Fondamentale il ruolo della vasca antincendio realizzata proprio a due passi dalla strada Lungomonte, grazie a un finanziamento regionale ed inaugurata nel giugno scorso. “Un’opera d’importanza fondamentale come è stato dimostrato proprio in queste ore – ha sottolineato Giani -: è a una distanza minima dai luoghi dell’incendio ed è da lì che gli elicotteri attingono l’acqua che poi usano per spegnere le fiamme’’.

Oltre al presidente Giani, stamani negli spazi vicino al Pallone di Asciano dove sono state allestite le basi operative di protezione civile e vigili del fuoco, sono venuti a portare la loro solidarietà e vicinanza anche l’assessora regionale Alessandra Nardini, il vicepresidente del consiglio regionale Antonio Mazzeo, i consiglieri Massimiliano Chimenti, Matteo Trapani e Federico Eligi e il presidente della provincia Massimiliano Angori.

Sul versante lucchese la situazione è sotto controllo: 57 unità dei vigili del fuoco, provenienti anche da altri comandi della regione, restano a presidio delle abitazioni e delle aree abitate.

REDAZIONE

Novanta minuti che ridisegnano le ambizioni toscane nel finale di stagione: l’Empoli piega l’Avellino di misura e fa un passo cruciale verso la permanenza in categoria, mentre la Carrarese spreca molto contro il Cesena, racimolando un solo punto che rende ora la corsa agli spareggi promozione una complessa equazione.

Empoli Avellino

EMPOLI – L’Empoli conquista una vittoria di fondamentale importanza, superando per 1-0 l’Avellino al termine di una gara tesa e combattuta. Un successo che permette alla formazione toscana di scacciare i fantasmi della bassa classifica e di ritrovare ossigeno vitale. Grazie a questi tre punti, l’Empoli è ora artefice del proprio destino: la permanenza in categoria si deciderà nell’ultima, infuocata giornata di campionato sul campo del Monza, con i brianzoli a loro volta in piena corsa per la promozione diretta in Serie A.

La prima frazione di gioco si sviluppa su binari di grande equilibrio. I padroni di casa si rendono subito pericolosi, costruendo al 11′ una triplice occasione in mischia sugli sviluppi di un calcio d’angolo: prima Lovato impegna la difesa, poi la conclusione da distanza ravvicinata di Luca Magnino trova l’attenta respinta dell’estremo difensore irpino e, sulla ribattuta, anche i tentativi di Guarino e Romagnoli vengono murati. L’Avellino fatica a trovare spazi per colpire, limitandosi a un tiro da fuori di Besaggio al 20′ che termina alto sopra la traversa. Poco dopo la mezz’ora, l’Empoli sfiora nuovamente il vantaggio con un perentorio colpo di testa sottomisura di Simone Romagnoli, su preciso cross di Haas, ma il portiere ospite si supera deviando la sfera sotto la traversa e mantenendo invariato lo 0-0 fino all’intervallo.

Il rientro dagli spogliatoi vede un Empoli più intraprendente e deciso a sbloccare l’incontro. Dopo un tentativo di testa impreciso di Marco Nasti (costretto successivamente a lasciare il campo per infortunio, sostituito da Popov), l’episodio decisivo si concretizza al 58′. Sugli sviluppi di un calcio da fermo magistralmente battuto da Gerard Yepes, il difensore Matteo Lovato si fa trovare pronto all’appuntamento con il pallone e, con un preciso colpo di testa da posizione ravvicinata, indirizza la sfera nell’angolino basso di sinistra, siglando il gol dell’1-0 e mandando in visibilio il pubblico di casa.

L’Avellino accusa il colpo, ma l’Empoli manca la clamorosa opportunità di chiudere definitivamente la partita al 69′. Un intervento falloso in area di Alessandro Fontanarosa ai danni di Stiven Shpendi induce l’arbitro ad assegnare il calcio di rigore. Dal dischetto si presenta lo stesso Shpendi, ma la sua conclusione viene intuita e parata, mantenendo vive le speranze della compagine campana.

Nel finale, i toscani serrano le linee per difendere il prezioso vantaggio. L’Avellino tenta di riorganizzare le idee e spinge alla ricerca del pareggio, sfiorando la rete all’82’ con un tiro a botta sicura del neoentrato Luca Pandolfi, sul quale il portiere empolese compie un intervento prodigioso. Gli assalti disperati degli ospiti si infrangono contro la solida retroguardia dell’Empoli, che gestisce i minuti conclusivi con grande concentrazione e incassa tre punti che potrebbero valere un’intera stagione.

Il tabellino

EMPOLI (3-5-2): Fulignati; Guarino, Romagnoli, Lovato; Candela, Magnino, Yepes (84′ Ghion), Haas (69′ Degli Innocenti), Ceesay (69′ Elia); S. Shpendi (84′ Bianchi), Nasti (54′ Popov). All. Caserta
AVELLINO (4-3-1-2): Daffara; Cancellotti (65′ Missori), Izzo, Enrici, Fontanarosa; Besaggio (73′ Pandolfi), Palmiero, Sounas (65′ Insigne); Palumbo; Patierno (83′ Le Borgne), Biasci (46′ Russo). All. Ballardini.
RETI: 59′ Lovato (E).
NOTE: Ammoniti: Haas (E), Sounas (A), Elia (E), Yepes (E). Espulsioni: Fontanarosa (A).

Carrarese Cesena

CARRARA – Si conclude con un pareggio a reti inviolate la sfida dello Stadio dei Marmi tra la Carrarese e il Cesena. Lo 0-0 finale fotografa un incontro combattuto e ricco di occasioni, soprattutto di marca toscana, ma privo della zampata vincente. Un risultato che lascia un sapore amaro alla formazione di casa: il punto conquistato rallenta infatti la corsa verso i playoff, il cui accesso dista ora due lunghezze e non dipende più esclusivamente dai risultati degli apuani, costretti a cercare l’impresa nell’ultima e decisiva trasferta di Chiavari contro l’Entella.

La gara si apre subito su ritmi vivaci. Già al 1′ la Carrarese si affaccia in avanti con una conclusione da fuori area di Ernesto Torregrossa, prontamente respinta dalla retroguardia romagnola. I padroni di casa provano a mantenere l’iniziativa, rendendosi nuovamente pericolosi al 10′ con un destro impreciso di Gabriele Parlanti e al 33′ con un colpo di testa di Luis Hasa sugli sviluppi di un calcio d’angolo, terminato di poco a lato. Il Cesena si difende con ordine e tenta di pungere di rimessa, sfiorando il vantaggio al 25′ con le conclusioni in sequenza di Alberto Cerri e Andrea Ciofi. Prima dell’intervallo, è il portiere cesenate Siano a salire in cattedra, disinnescando un insidioso tiro di Luis Hasa al 39′, mandando le squadre negli spogliatoi in perfetto equilibrio.

Al rientro in campo, la Carrarese intensifica la pressione offensiva, operando subito due sostituzioni con gli ingressi di Emanuele Zuelli e Tommaso Rubino. Tuttavia, è il Cesena a creare la prima grande occasione della ripresa al 47′, quando Marco Olivieri impegna severamente Bleve con un potente destro indirizzato sotto la traversa. La risposta dei toscani è veemente e si concretizza in un prolungato forcing: tra il 61′ e il 75′, il neoentrato Zuelli si rende protagonista di ben quattro tentativi dalla distanza, trovando però sulla sua strada la respinta della difesa o mancando lo specchio della porta.

Nel segmento finale della partita, la formazione di casa cinge d’assedio l’area di rigore avversaria alla disperata ricerca del gol vittoria. Al 69′, un tiro di destro di Tommaso Rubino viene neutralizzato da Siano, mentre sul fronte opposto il Cesena sfiora il clamoroso colpaccio al 75′ con una conclusione del neoentrato Cristian Shpendi, ben parata dall’estremo difensore apuano. Gli ultimi minuti sono un monologo della Carrarese, che continua a martellare la retroguardia ospite affidandosi ancora alle conclusioni di Zuelli e Luis Hasa, sistematicamente murate dalla compatta difesa romagnola. Il triplice fischio sancisce uno 0-0 che premia la resistenza del Cesena e lascia la Carrarese a riflettere su una mole di gioco non capitalizzata.

Il tabellino

CARRARESE (3-5-2): Bleve; Calabrese (76′ Bouah), Oliana, Illanes; Zanon, Parlanti (46′ Zuelli), Schiavi (65′ Melegoni), Hasa, Bellotti; Torregrossa (46′ Rubino), Abiuso (83′ Finotto). All. Antonio Calabro.
CESENA (4-2-3-1): Siano; Ciofi, Zaro, Mangraviti (85′ Piacentini), Frabotta (58′ Corazza); Berti, Bisoli; Ciervo (58′ Casstrovilli), Olivieri, C. Shpendi (78′ Castagnetti); Cerri (85′ Vrioni). All. Cole.
NOTE: Ammoniti: Parlanti (CA), Abiuso (CA), Calabrese (CA)

Davide Caruso