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FIBRA Prologis Refinances US$290 Million of its Unsecured Senior Term Loan Facilities

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MEXICO CITY, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today announced it has refinanced US$290.0 million of its unsecured senior term loan facilities. 

The new unsecured senior term loan facility is scheduled to mature in February 2023 and can be extended to 2024 with a 12-month extension at the borrower’s option. Interest is at LIBOR plus 235, a 10 bps reduction if compared to the previous financing.

The new unsecured term loan was used to repay the senior term loan of US$255.0 million maturing in December 2020 and US$35 million toward the line of credit.

“We are pleased to close this syndicated senior term loan facility,” said Jorge Girault, senior vice president, Finance, Prologis Property Mexico. “This financing improves our balance sheet risk profile further laddering out our debt maturities, increasing the weighted average term to 5 years.”

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of December 31, 2018, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 200 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 36.0 million square feet (3.3 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, and (ix) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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ALCOPOPS 2020 Report Release

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SAN RAFAEL, California, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Alcohol Justice and the San Rafael Alcohol & Drug Coalition will release a new report: ALCOPOPS 2020 – Time to End Big Alcohol’s Predation on Youth, on Friday, March 8, 2019.  The report on dangerous youth-attractive, flavored malt beverages (FMBs) known as alcopops, will be presented to the public at a press event at Alcohol Justice’s offices in the Canal neighborhood of San Rafael. Participants, led by Youth For Justice, will then march to a rally at the Circle K close by. This is one of the few businesses in the Canal that has failed to respond to community concerns over their continued sale of alcopops. Activists will demand once again that the products be voluntarily removed from the business.

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What:      Report Release / March / Rally    

When:     Friday, March 8, 2019,  6 – 7 p.m.

Where:    Alcohol Justice – 24 Belvedere St. San Rafael, CA 94901 @ 6:00 p.m.
                Circle K – 981 Francisco Blvd. E, San Rafael, CA 94901 @ 6:30 p.m.      

Who:

  • Erick Bejarano, & Fernanda Dionicio, Youth For Justice, San Rafael
  • Zaida Bejarano, Consejo Restaurativo (Restorative Justice), San Rafael
  • Otis Bruce, Deputy District Attorney, County of Marin 
  • Greg Knell, President of the President, San Rafael School Board
  • Alcohol Justice
  • California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA)
  • Canal Community Businesses, Parents & Residents
  • San Rafael Alcohol and Drug Coalition
  • Trips for Kids        
  • University of San Francisco School of Nursing
  • Youth for Justice
  • YMCA

Why:   Youth-attractive alcopops, or Flavored Malt Beverages (FMBs):     

  • Are pre-mixed, sweetened alcoholic drinks that taste like juice and soda
  • Are packaged in brightly-colored cans, similar to energy drinks
  • Are priced low enough to effectively target underage drinkers, especially young women
  • Can be shelved wherever beer is available – including convenience stores and gas stations
  • In supersized 25 oz. single-serving containers with 14 percent alcohol are the equivalent of 4-5 beers     
  • Encourage underage consumption and binge drinking which leads to serious alcohol-related harm

For Additional Information: https://alcoholjustice.org/

CONTACT:

Michael Scippa 415 548-0492

Jorge Castillo 213 840-3336  

Maite Duran  415 717-1099  

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National Alliance for Hispanic Health Joins “80% in Every Community” Colorectal Cancer Screening Campaign

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WASHINGTON, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “If you are 50 years of age or older, talk with your health care provider about colorectal cancer screening,” said Jane L. Delgado, Ph.D., M.S., President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance), the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group.

In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) is supporting the launch of the new “80% in Every Community,” colorectal cancer screening campaign. The Alliance joined forces today with the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC), and American Cancer Society to kick off the campaign.

Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer death among Hispanics, yet it is one of the most preventable with screening and early diagnosis. According to the latest CDC data, for Hispanics age 50 or older, the prevalence rate for colorectal cancer screening stands at 50% with barriers including lack of access to affordable health services, misinformation, and ineffective communication by providers.

“With our partners in the ‘80% in Every Community’ campaign, the Alliance’s Nuestras Voces Network is committed to ensuring all get the best scientific and medical information and access to preventive services, including screening for colorectal cancer.”

“If you have questions or don’t have a health provider, we are here to help. Call the Alliance’s Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645 for information and referral to services, including colorectal cancer screening services, in your community,” concluded Dr. Delgado.

About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance). The Alliance is the nation’s foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the health of Hispanics in the United States with a mission to achieve the best health outcomes for all. For more information visit www.healthyamericas.org.

About Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network. Nuestras Voces Network is working to expand multi-sector networks and their capacity to effectively address the threats of commercial tobacco use and reduce the impact of tobacco related cancers on the nation’s health and wellbeing, with a particular focus on reducing disparities in underserved Hispanic communities. For more information and to join Nuestras Voces visit www.nuestrasvoces.org.

SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health

First Museum Exhibition Of Its Kind Exploring California’s LGBTQ+ History And Culture To Open At Oakland Museum Of California In April 2019

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Brown Rainbow Eclipse Explosion, Young Joon Kwak. Brown Rainbow Eclipse Explosion, 2017. Sculpture. Photo courtesy of Ruben Diaz.

OAKLAND, Calif., March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In April 2019, the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) will present a major exhibition combining art and history to tell the untold and under-recognized stories of California’s LGBTQ+ communities. Going beyond mainstream narratives, Queer California: Untold Stories will be the first museum exhibition of its kind to deepen and expand our understanding of this history through a multifaceted and interactive experience, providing the opportunity for museum visitors and members of the LGBTQ+ community to add their voices and stories to the conversation.

Brown Rainbow Eclipse Explosion, Young Joon Kwak. Brown Rainbow Eclipse Explosion, 2017. Sculpture. Photo courtesy of Ruben Diaz.

“At this very tumultuous time in our country, many marginalized communities feel that threats to their basic rights are on the rise. This exhibition is needed now more than ever not only to share messages of hope and change, but also provide a deeper understanding of the complex history and important lesser-known stories of LGBTQ+ communities in California,” said Christina Linden, Exhibition Curator. “Queer California will address issues close to the hearts of many visitors who identify as queer, as well as other visitors who have felt like outsiders in mainstream culture.”

With transgender and LGBTQ+ rights increasingly in the news, the exhibition will be a timely opportunity to shine light on the history of California as a major site of LGBTQ+ community, culture, and politics. Queer California will explore a range of powerful stories through examples of social activism, contemporary artwork, historical materials, rarely-seen artifacts, archival documents, photographs, films and videos, costumes, and ephemera such as zines, stickers, and flyers.

The exhibition aligns important milestones in LGBTQ+ culture with untold stories, focusing on the diversity of queer identities, civil rights, and resistance to oppression. A timeline will help ground visitors in the key moments, movements, and figures in California’s LGBTQ+ history, as well as the organizations, events, and people not often mentioned in that history. This exhibition will draw on histories of struggle for self-determination to help us imagine a more inclusive future.

Queer California: Untold Stories will be on view in OMCA’s Great Hall April 13 through August 11, 2019. Historian and activist Susan Stryker and film historian Greg Youmans are consultants on the exhibition.

CONTACT:
Lindsay Wright, 510-318-8467
[email protected]

Photograph of Stop AIDS Now or Else (SANOE) protesters blocking the Golden Gate Bridge, Rick Gerharter, Photograph of Stop AIDS Now or Else (SANOE) protesters blocking the Golden Gate Bridge, 1989. Photograph

 

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Maryland State Leaders Praise Featherstone Foundation’s Multilingual Workforce Initiative

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BALTIMORE, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The award-winning William & Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation celebrated the graduates of its innovative workforce program, Reaching New Heights. The initiative has been an economic engine that has provided underemployed and unemployed multicultural trainees with professional careers, stronger household incomes and financial stability. 

“We serve as an incubator of bilingual talent and pipeline for employers to tap qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds,” said Lanaea C. Featherstone, CEO, Featherstone Foundation and member of the OSI-Baltimore Community Fellows’ Network. “Employment is one of the most powerful economic vehicles that bolsters communities.”

“It is vital for corporation like ours to be proactive in seeking and retaining bilingual talent. Partnerships like this one with the Featherstone Foundations allows us to diversify our workforce and be better equipped to serve our communities,” said Lourdes Montes-Greenan, vice president for community development banking, PNC. “Nowadays diversity is key for success in any industry; that’s why we have been very proud to support the Reaching New Heights program since its inception.” PNC’s Lourdes Montes-Greenan provided the keynote address.

Maryland’s Deputy Secretary of State Luis E. Borunda, the first Hispanic to serve in that role, provided remarks on behalf of the Governor. “It was amazing to watch this American quilt of emerging leaders,” he said describing the success of the graduates.

Dwayne Redd, State Farm’s public affairs field specialist, unveiled its support of the Foundation and announced a $20,000 grant to continue and further its community work.  Commissioner of Financial Regulation Antonio P. Salazar, Maryland’s top financial regulator who oversees the 45 state-chartered banks, credit unions, and trust companies with assets totaling over $300 billion, also provided congratulatory remarks to the graduates. 

The program is open to all bilingual candidates who would like to pursue professional careers. Congratulations to our 2019 honorees:

  • Ambrose Barigye
  • Matthew Barreto
  • Boubacar Dia, State Farm
  • Yefri Hernández, BB&T Bank
  • Awa Hoppenjan, Baltimore County Public School System
  • Jennifer Marquez, PNC Bank
  • Stephanie Matos, Howard Bank
  • Adama Traore, SB & Company
  • Batseba Tesfay, Asylee Women Enterprise

Candidates were selected through a competitive application process to participate in this 14-week workforce program; they received their certificates of completion February 23, 2019.

Partners include: BB&T, Bank of America, Baltimore County Public Library, Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, PNC, State Farm and Wells Fargo.

SOURCE The William & Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation

Broxel Enters The US Market By Launching A Product In Partnership With Vicente Fernández, One Of The Greatest Hispanic Icons

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Broxel's Vicente Fernandez

WASHINGTON, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Broxel, a 100% Mexican company and Principal Member Licensee of Mastercard, Visa and Carnet in México, and which develops and markets payment systems based on financial technology, will expand its operations to the United States, the biggest and most important global market. Its entry into this market is a strategic pivot to trigger future growth into other countries.

Broxel's Vicente Fernandez

As an initial step in its market entry, Broxel launched its first product, The Vicente Fernández Broxel USA Prepaid Card at the The Latino Coalition Legislative Summit 2019, in Washington DC where Vicente Fernández himself introduced the Vicente Fernández Broxel USA Prepaid Card.

“For Broxel, it is important to reach Hispanics in the United States with solutions to their day-to-day needs, and this the first of several products that we will offer in the market. It is a privilege for all of us at Broxel to launch this product with the image of Vicente Fernández, who has taken the name of México to unprecedented heights throughout the world,” said Gustavo Gutiérrez Galindo, CEO of Broxel.

Broxel’s entry into the United States will be focused on catering to the Hispanic market. This will be done through a transactional product which will provide this segment of the population with a safe and efficient way to handle money.

The product will consist of the Broxel App, in addition to the Broxel USA prepaid card. The combination of these elements will help the more than 55 million members of the Hispanic population in the United States to receive, use and send money.

The Broxel USA card, will enable the user to:  

  • Receive and use money in the United States in an easy, fast and safe way.
  • Access ATM’s for cash withdrawal.
  • Pay for goods and services on merchants and on-line.
  • Send domestic and international money remittances

Broxel is the most efficient payment system with the most advanced technology in the market today. With this launch, Broxel shows that borders between countries will not stop the innovation being undertaken in Mexico. This card will be available in the month of May.

Broxel, with 8 years of experience in the payments industry, has issued more than 6 million cards and processed millions of transactions reaching into both the corporate as well as the end consumer markets. Its solutions have been deployed in many different corporate and government payment programs to make different administrative and operational processes more efficient. The company’s current operations also include financial inclusion platforms for end consumers. Broxel’s multi-channel platform provides users with access through a wide range of interaction points such as App, Web, RCS in partnership with Google, SMS, Social Networks, among others.

Learn more at www.broxel.com or on our social networks:

Facebook: @BroxelApp
Twitter: @BroxelApp
Instagram: @Broxelapp

About Broxel

We develop solutions in payment system, based on financial technology, with the objective of creating efficient, agile, and disruptive financial ecosystems available anywhere in the world at all times.

To download the press release and obtain additional information visit: www.broxel.com/vicentefernandez

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(Español) Cinco aplicaciones del Gobierno de EE. UU. que seguro no conocía

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USA.gov en español.

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2019 Honda HR-V Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Rating

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2019 HR-V Touring

TORRANCE, Calif., March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The 2019 Honda HR-V has earned a TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights, including the highest possible rating of “Good” in all six crashworthiness tests and a “Superior” rating for its available Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), part of the Honda Sensing® suite of driver assistive and safety technologies.

2019 HR-V Touring

Refreshed for the 2019 model year, the 2019 HR-V received numerous updates to its structure to improve frontal crash performance, as demonstrated in the IIHS’ small and moderate front overlap tests. In addition, Honda Sensing is now standard on EX and above trims, which, in addition to CMBS, includes Forward Collision Warning; Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) incorporating Lane Departure Warning (LDW); Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS); and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). On the new-for-2019 HR-V Touring trim, multi-element LED headlights earned an Acceptable rating in the IIHS evaluation.

The 2019 HR-V is the sixth Honda model to receive a top safety rating from the IIHS. The 2019 Honda Accord, CR-V, Pilot and Odyssey all received TSP, while Insight earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+, the institute’s highest rating. Separately, every Honda model that has been fully evaluated in NHTSA’s 2019 model year NCAP testing, including the 2019 HR-V, has received a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score1.

For More Information
Consumer information is available at automobiles.honda.com. To join the Honda community on Facebook, visit facebook.com/honda. Additional media information including detailed pricing features and high-resolution photography of all 2019 Honda models is available at hondanews.com.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Insight, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for more than 35 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2018, more than 90 percent of all Honda brand vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

About Honda Safety Leadership
Honda has a long history of leadership in the development and application of advanced technologies designed to enhance the safety of all road users, including automobile occupants, motorcycle riders and pedestrians. The company operates two of the world’s most sophisticated crash test facilities, in Ohio and Japan, and is responsible for numerous pioneering efforts in the areas of crashworthiness, airbag technology, collision compatibility and pedestrian safety. 

1 Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). Not tested are Clarity series, Civic Type R.

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Princess Cruises Announces “Sabor Latino” Theme on Select 7-Day Caribbean Cruises

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Princess Cruises Announces “Sabor Latino” Theme on Select 7-Day Caribbean Cruises (PRNewsfoto/Princess Cruises)

SANTA CLARITA, California, March 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Princess Cruises today announced an exciting series of Latin-themed cruise itineraries on 7-day Caribbean cruises on two Caribbean Princess sailings in July 2019. The “Sabor Latino” themed cruises promise to deliver the Caribbean cruise experience, tailored to the preferences of the Latin American guest, with late night DJ dance parties, an onboard Spanish-speaking host, shore excursions guided in Spanish, and Latin-inspired cocktails.

Princess Cruises Announces “Sabor Latino” Theme on Select 7-Day Caribbean Cruises (PRNewsfoto/Princess Cruises)

On the first “Sabor Latino” voyage, Caribbean Princess will sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale on July 13, 2019 for an Eastern Caribbean cruise itinerary featuring breathtaking beaches and old world charm, visiting Princess Cays — Princess Cruises’ private island experience in the Bahamas – plus calls in St. Thomas, and St. Maarten.

Then on July 20, 2019, Caribbean Princess will sail roundtrip from Ft. Lauderdale on a Western Caribbean cruise itinerary featuring ancient Mayan ruins, eco-adventures, and gorgeous beaches while calling in Grand Cayman, Roatán, Belize City, and Cozumel.

Latin-inspired culinary menu items from Argentine chef Gustavo Schneider paired with special guest speaker Bill Esparza round out the “Sabor Latino” menu.

Exclusively on the July 20th voyage, Esparza – a James Beard award-winner, author, and food TV personality – will speak on how Latin American culinary trends have permeated throughout Los Angeles and culinary anecdotes from his time as a professional saxophone player on the road in Latin America.

Select Spanish-language films, Latin American television channels, plus Spanish-language magic entertainment from special guest Pablo Pol, Spanish-language stand-up comedy from Mariano Potel, and performances from singer-songwriter Yaire all together provide an impressive entertainment lineup.

To celebrate the spirit of “Sabor Latino,” for a limited time only, Princess Cruises is offering fares up to 50% off for the first and second guests, plus 3rd and 4th guest fares from only US$299 per guest.

Over the last few years, Caribbean Princess has been at the forefront of major fleet revitalizations, with many family-oriented features and amenities including breakthrough technology, family accommodations, new dining experiences and entertainment offerings.

Most recently, it was announced that Caribbean Princess will emerge from a June 2019 drydock debuting The Reef Family Splash Zone.

Located on Deck 17, aft, The Reef will feature an interactive and inviting water playground, splash pool, oversized backyard games, a variety of new outdoor seating and lounging options, and a refurbished pool, Jacuzzi, and bar.

Caribbean Princess was also the first Princess Cruises ship to debut Princess MedallionClass vacations, offering guests a portfolio of English-language experiences specifically designed to enhance their cruise vacation.

Considered a breakthrough in the vacation industry, the quarter-sized 1.8-ounce OceanMedallion wearable device features leading-edge technology that delivers personalized service through enhanced guest-crew interactions, eliminates friction points and enables interactive entertainment.

“As the world’s largest premium cruise line, we’re excited to pair our international cruise experience with the ‘Sabor Latino’ flavors,” said Ryan Barton, director of International Marketing, Princess Cruises. “The theme strongly resonates with our Latin American guests and we expect the late-night activities, authentic entertainment, regional cuisine, and other home-away-from-home comforts to pave the way for expanding Latin American support.”

General information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor or by visiting the company’s website at http://www.princess.com/.

About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a global premium cruise line and tour company operating a fleet of 17 modern cruise ships, carrying two million guests each year to more than 360 destinations around the globe, including the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England and World Cruises. A team of professional destination experts has created more than 150 award-winning itineraries, ranging in length from three to 111 days and Princess Cruises has been continuously recognized as “Best Cruise Line for Itineraries.”

Princess Cruises continues its multi-year, “Come Back New Promise” – a $450 million-dollar product innovation and cruise ship renovation campaign that will continue to enhance the line’s onboard guest experience. These enhancements result in more moments of awe, lifetime memories and meaningful stories for guests to share from their cruise vacation. The product innovations include partnerships with award-winning Chef Curtis Stone; engaging entertainment inspired shows with Broadway-legend Stephen Schwartz; immersive activities for the whole family from Discovery and Animal Planet that include exclusive shore excursions to onboard activities; the ultimate sleep at sea with the award-winning Princess Luxury Bed and much more.

Three new Royal-class ships are currently on order with the next new ship, Sky Princess, under construction scheduled for delivery in October 2019 and Enchanted Princess in 2020. Princess recently announced that two new (LNG) ships which will be the largest ships in the Princess fleet, accommodating approximately 4,300 guests with expected delivery in 2023 and 2025.  Princess now has five ships arriving over the next six years between 2019 & 2025. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).

Newsroom:
Additional media information is available at princess.com/news

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Honda Leads in Fuel Efficiency in Latest U.S. EPA Trends Report

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Honda Leads in Fuel Efficiency in Latest U.S. EPA Trends Report

WASHINGTON, March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda ranks as the most fuel-efficient automaker in America in a new report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released today. Honda has the highest fleet average fuel economy and lowest CO2 emissions of any major automaker for the 2017 model year (MY2017), the latest year for which full data is available, according to the report.

Honda Leads in Fuel Efficiency in Latest U.S. EPA Trends Report

The 2019 EPA Automotive Trends Report ranked Honda first with a U.S. fleet average fuel economy of 29.4 miles per gallon (mpg), a five-year improvement of 3.1 mpg, and 4.5 mpg above the industry average for MY2017. Similarly, Honda’s fleet-average CO2 emissions reached an industry low of 302 grams/mile, an improvement of 36 grams/mile from 2012 results and 55 grams/mile better than (below) the industry average for the 2017 model year.

“Honda is proud to play a leading role in the move toward a more efficient, low-emissions mobility future and it’s encouraging to see the industry as a whole making significant gains, despite low fuel prices and the market trend toward trucks and SUVs,” said Robert Bienenfeld, assistant vice president of Energy and Environmental Policy for America Honda Motor Co., Inc. “There’s a lot of work still to be done, but with record sales and production of Honda electrified vehicles and more planned, we are committed to continue improving our fuel economy performance.”

In 2018, Honda set new all-time records for sales and production of electrified vehicles in America1, spurred by the introduction of the 2019 Insight hybrid sedan at the Greensburg, Indiana plant, and the start of production of the redesigned 2019 Accord Hybrid in Marysville, Ohio. The company added production of its two-motor hybrid power unit in Russells Point, Ohio, and assembly of the hybrid battery packs for both the Insight and Accord Hybrid at its Marysville, Ohio plant.

The Honda Clarity series of vehicles, which launched in 2017 and now features battery electric, fuel cell and plug-In hybrid variants, has also contributed to the company’s increased alternative fuel vehicle footprint and reduced CO2 emissions. The 50-state Clarity Plug-In Hybrid topped all other plug-in hybrid models in total U.S. sales in December, January and February.

Globally, Honda intends for two-thirds of its automobile sales to be electrified vehicles by 2030 and is making substantial investments for the production of electrified vehicles in America, including the current Insight and Accord Hybrid, along with the Acura MDX Sport Hybrid and Acura NSX hybrid supercar.

Honda’s Commitment to the Environment
Based on its vision of “Blue Skies for our Children,” Honda is working to advance technologies that address society’s environmental and energy concerns. The company intends for electrified vehicles to comprise two-thirds of its global automobile sales by 2030. In North America, the Honda Electrification Initiative will see Honda’s electrified powertrain technologies applied to an expanding portfolio of cars and light trucks in the years ahead. Honda’s electrified vehicle lineup today includes the Clarity series of vehicles, featuring fuel cell, battery electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains, along with the new Accord Hybrid and Honda Insight.

Honda is working to reduce the environmental impact of its products throughout their life cycle, including reducing waste, emissions and further improving the energy efficiency of producing, distributing and selling Honda and Acura products in North America. This includes a 93 percent reduction in waste sent to landfills from Honda plants in North America. 

Through its “green purchasing” and “green dealer” initiatives, the company also is working to promote more environmentally responsible business practices with its more than 650 original equipment suppliers and 1,300 retail dealer partners.

1 Using domestic and globally sourced parts.

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SOURCE American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

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