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BTY Scales Up Renewable Energy Services

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VANCOUVER, BC, March 24, 2025 /CNW/ – BTY has launched an expanded Renewable Energy Services business stream to position the firm as a top partner for developers, lenders, owners, and asset managers. With a dedicated sector team, enhanced technical expertise, and deep operational knowledge, BTY is well-positioned to provide a full range of renewable energy services.

“Renewable energy is essential to energy security and addressing climate change. Despite political challenges, global demand continues to grow. As part of BTY’s Strategic Growth Plan, we are accelerating our leadership in renewables with Ian McDonald at the helm. His deep expertise across the renewables lifecycle, combined with our expanded capabilities, will empower clients to invest with confidence — ensuring resilient, high-performing assets,” said Toby Mallinder, BTY Group’s Managing Director.

Renewable Energy Team: Covering North America and EMEA

BTY’s leadership in infrastructure has propelled its expansion into renewable energy, responding to the growing demand for specialized technical expertise from clients in global capital markets. To meet this need, BTY has assembled a premier team of renewable energy sector leaders across North America and EMEA and invested in bolstering in-house technical services. This allows the firm to deliver fast, responsive advisory and delivery services across all phases, from planning and design to construction, operations, maintenance, and secondary market transactions.

“In our fast-evolving market where technological advancements and revenue uncertainties add complexity, real operational experience is crucial for informed decision-making. I am excited to combine this expertise with BTY’s trusted, nimble, and pragmatic approach to advisory and delivery — so that our renewable energy clients receive a superior experience and can be confident in their investment decisions,” said Ian McDonald, Director of BTY’s Renewable Energy Services.

Ian McDonald, Director, Renewable Energy Services, Vancouver
Ian brings over 15 years of experience across more than 100 wind and solar projects, representing 50 GW of capacity. His expertise spans technical due diligence, owner’s engineering, project finance, construction, asset optimization, and risk mitigation. He specializes in translating technical risks and opportunities into clear financial implications, enabling clients to enhance project viability and accelerate investment decisions.

Matthew MacLean, Associate Director, Toronto
Matthew has extensive experience facilitating direct communication with project developers and lenders. As a professional engineer, he specializes in advising clients on project risks related to technical design, constructability, budget, schedule and regulatory approvals. His expertise lies in delivering comprehensive Lenders Technical Advisory Due Diligence on power plants, renewable energy assets, district energy systems, utility systems and infrastructure projects across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.

Jack McInerney, Europe Managing Director, Dublin
Jack leads BTY’s award-winning Infrastructure Advisory practice and the firm’s strategic expansion in the European markets. With 15 years of industry experience, he has been pivotal in positioning BTY as a top-ranked advisory firm, overseeing a portfolio exceeding $100 billion across more than 200 transactions. Leveraging deep expertise in construction finance, technical due diligence, and his engineering background, Jack has driven BTY’s growth in key sectors, including renewable energy infrastructure, district energy, transportation, aviation, and data centres.

Emmalee Ast, Associate Director, New York
Emmalee has a background in civil engineering, and is responsible for technical advisory, operational phase services, and transaction due diligence for project finance, private finance, and P3 deals. She has led several engagements for institutional clients and asset managers in district energy, energy management, and renewable energy projects.

Tom Coyle, Director, London
Tom has over 15 years of experience in the UK, US, and Canada, spanning capital project delivery in district energy, renewables, transportation, and mixed-use developments. His dual expertise in engineering and construction provides a holistic perspective on project feasibility, risk management, constructability, and long-term asset management.

Tunca Ataoglu, EMEA Regional Director, Ankara
Tunca leads Sponsors’ and Lenders’ Technical and Commercial Advisory services for some of the largest greenfield and brownfield infrastructure project finance deals across the European Union, Central Asia, and the Middle East. He has spearheaded BTY’s advisory and delivery engagements for renewables, power generation and transmission sector projects in Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kazakhstan, and beyond.

Ethan McLaren, Project Consultant, Vancouver
Ethan has a background in sustainable energy engineering, specializing in energy yields, conversion, and storage systems and technologies. He has experience in project coordination and technical advisory roles, focusing on operations and lifecycle analysis, site condition assessments, and schedule and budget tracking.

Izabella Braga, Project Consultant, Dublin
Izabella is a Civil Engineer with expertise in construction and infrastructure Technical Advisory, and Compliance and Construction Monitoring. She contributes to technical due diligence, including design reviews, constructability assessments, and regulatory evaluations. With a growing focus on renewables, she is actively engaged in solar PV and wind energy projects.

Addressing Industry Challenges with Expertise and Agility

The renewable energy sector faces increasing complexity, from financial pressures to rapid technological changes. BTY is strategically positioned to help clients overcome these challenges with solutions tailored for success:

Project Complexity and Execution Risks: Success requires seamless integration between stakeholders. BTY acts as an extension of our clients’ teams, adapting to unique project needs and facilitating smooth execution.

Impact on Project Margins: Market conditions, supply chain dynamics, and tariffs are driving up costs while power purchase prices are declining. With project margins under pressure, clients demand a sharper focus on CapEx and OpEx certainty and optimization. BTY’s experts drive cost efficiency through early-stage planning and strategic financial insights.

Technology Uncertainty: Rapid advancements in wind, solar, and battery storage technology create supply chain complexities and performance risks. BTY leverages extensive operational knowledge to translate technical risks into clear financial implications, ensuring clients make informed investment decisions.

Climate Change Impacts: Increased variability in renewable energy generation and extreme weather pose asset durability and revenue risks. BTY’s operational insight ensures projects are resilient, bankable, and high performing.

Regulatory and Grid Bottlenecks: Interconnection delays and evolving regulations impact project timelines and financing certainty. BTY’s agile and solution-oriented approach accelerates project progress, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.

Full-Stack Renewable Energy Services

BTY’s expanded service offerings provide end-to-end coverage for renewables, including:

Lenders Technical Advisory: Clear, actionable risk analysis to support investment, financing, and project delivery decisions.

M&A Technical Advisory: Independent technical and financial assessments with due diligence streamlined for rapid reporting and advice on risks to enable deal progress with no surprises.

Project Management & Owner’s Advisory: Feasibility and development support, design and technical review, procurement and contract advisory, and management throughout the construction phase.

Energy Yield Analysis: Advanced modelling to improve production forecast certainty and financial model confidence.

Enabling Smarter Renewable Energy Investments

BTY’s strategic growth in the renewables sector builds on the firm’s 47-year track record of success in helping clients accelerate project investments, de-risk financing decisions through clear technical and commercial assessments and optimize projects with rigorous cost management and performance forecasting. As capital markets increasingly prioritize renewable energy assets, BTY’s expertise ensures clients can confidently advance energy security, decarbonization, and long-term asset value.

About BTY

BTY is an award-winning professional consultancy offering complete project solutions in real estate, infrastructure, and renewable energy planning, development, operations, and transactions. Founded in Western Canada in 1978, the firm now has offices across North America and the EMEA region, with a diverse global portfolio. BTY’s core services encompass Cost Management, Project Monitoring & Lender Services, Infrastructure Advisory, and Project Management. To learn more, visit BTY.COM

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Danish Publisher Automates Digital Textbook Delivery with Integrated WooCommerce-Webdoxx Solution

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Danish educational publisher eliminates manual processing errors and delivers instant access to more than 20 digital learning products

LONDON, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Forlaget 94, a Danish educational publisher serving commercial colleges and vocational schools since 1994, has transformed its digital textbook distribution by implementing a fully automated WooCommerce-Webdoxx solution.

“Using the Webdoxx-WooCommerce integration we have achieved full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94

Previously, Forlaget 94 relied on manual processes to distribute digital textbooks to customers. As demand for online educational materials grew, the publisher required a faster, more reliable way to manage orders, provision access, and reduce the risk of administrative errors.

Through its integration of WooCommerce with Webdoxx, Forlaget 94 now runs more than 20 educational products through a 100% automated workflow. The solution automatically processes customer orders and provides instant access to purchased digital textbooks, improving the experience for both customers and internal teams.

“The result is full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” said Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94 and architect behind the WooCommerce-Webdoxx integration. The automated system has enabled Forlaget 94 to eliminate manual errors, accelerate customer processing, and increase customer satisfaction through immediate access provisioning. The implementation demonstrates how educational publishers can modernize digital content delivery while maintaining secure, managed access to learning materials.

Webdoxx, a service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd, provides online DRM and managed document delivery services for publishers, educational organizations, institutions, and commercial content providers.

About Forlaget 94

Forlaget 94 is a Danish educational publisher established in 1994, providing educational products for commercial colleges and vocational schools.

About Webdoxx

Webdoxx is an online DRM and managed document delivery service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd. The platform supports secure access to digital publications and documents across a range of sectors, including education, healthcare, government, finance, and publishing.

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Mike de Smith, Drumlin Security Ltd, 44 7768404712, info@drumlinsecurity.com, https://www.drumlinsecurity.com/

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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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.

For pre-registration, please click: https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

 

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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