SHANGHAI, Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 29, 2024, the Oriental Pearl Tower, a defining feature of Shanghai's skyline, marked a significant achievement by welcoming its 100 millionth visitor. The milestone not only highlights the enduring popularity of the landmark but also underscores Shanghai's prominence as a leading destination on the international tourism map. The lucky visitor, Peter Baur from Germany, received a commemorative certificate from Deputy Mayor Liu Duo and a miniature replica of the tower from Deputy Director Fang Shizhong of the Publicity Department of Shanghai Municipal Committee of CPC. During an interview, Baur said he is a math and physics teacher at a German high school. After retiring this year, he and his wife came to China for a trip. He shared his deep gratitude for the recognition and his admiration for Shanghai's panoramic views and diverse mementos, promising to revisit. As the tower steps into a new era, it is dedicated to creating diverse tourism experiences, ensuring every visitor's experience exceeds expectations and offers exceptional hospitality. Furthermore, the celebration of its 30th anniversary will continue with a line-up of events and activities designed to surprise and delight.
The 'SHANGHAI' pop-up installation, an initiative by the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, has captured the imagination of visitors with its remarkable creativity and aesthetic brilliance. The installation, designed by artist Tore Claesson, features a dynamic blend of vibrant colors and geometric shapes that symbolize Shanghai's leadership in technology and business through upward-pointing triangles and the significance of the Huangpu River through an S-shaped curve. This artistic endeavor effectively captures the essence of Shanghai's vibrant and diverse urban culture. In recognition of Claesson's significant contributions, Zhong Xiaomin, director of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, presented him with gifts that are quintessentially Shanghai. Anticipated to attract numerous visitors for photo opportunities, the installation is set to become a key element of Shanghai's international branding efforts.
The recent event highlighted Shanghai's urban allure and reinforced its ambition to be the premier destination for inbound tourism in China. Shanghai has welcomed over 3 million international visitors in just the first half of the year, demonstrating a staggering 140% growth compared to the previous year. To maintain this momentum, Shanghai has created over 120 curated travel itineraries and enhanced services, making visits to the city more appealing to international travelers.
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'SHANGHAI' Installation Unveiled as Oriental Pearl Tower Greets 100 Millionth Visitor
MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Creality, a leader in 3D printing technology, recently wrapped up its ShareFest Australia 2024, a series of highly anticipated user events across the nation. Following the success of last year's event in Melbourne, this year's ShareFest ventured into the Gold Coast, Perth, and returned to Melbourne, offering a unique platform for the Australian 3D printing community to connect and celebrate technological advancements.
The ShareFest series spanned from September 14 to 28, starting in Queensland and moving to Western Australia before concluding in Victoria. These events allowed users to interact directly with Creality's team and explore the latest in 3D printing technology.
A key moment occurred at the Gold Coast event, where Creality's CEO, Adam Ao, personally engaged with attendees to gather feedback, highlighting Creality's commitment to understanding the needs of its Australian customers and reinforcing user-centric innovation.
Participants were introduced to new products, including the multi-colored K2 Plus Combo, showcasing Creality's focus on enhancing creative possibilities. The ShareFest also recognized significant contributors to the 3D printing community. Sean Riley, Creality Australia Group Admin, was honored at the Gold Coast event. In Perth, Gary Brennand, a 3D printing expert, received accolades for his contributions, while Rick Champion, a notable YouTube influencer, was celebrated in Melbourne.
The Perth event, hosted by Gary in a welcoming atmosphere, featured hands-on experiences with his machines, fostering community engagement among influencers and experienced users. In Melbourne, the event, organized with local distributor 3D Printer Superstore, featured an activity where attendees assembled a large logo from printed models, followed by a lively after-party with DJ entertainment and a BBQ, promoting networking in a relaxed setting.
Interactive games and competitions added excitement to the ShareFest, with participants grouped into five teams based on Creality's core values. Winners received exclusive merchandise, while a model competition showcased creative prints from attendees, emphasizing the community's talent.
The series also included a lineup of guest speakers such as Troy Ruston from ibuiltkits and Professor Carl Sales from Unitec. Their insights into automotive customization, architectural design, and gaming technology enriched the events and expanded attendees' understanding of 3D printing applications.
The global ShareFest 2024 theme, "Imagine It, Make It," reflects Creality's vision of empowering users through innovative 3D printing solutions. The Australian series, themed "Add Color, Add Value," emphasized the growing trend of color printing, underscoring Creality's commitment to the Australian market and community engagement.
In addition to ShareFest, Creality participated in the Jaycar Retail Conference 2024 from September 15 to 17. As a Diamond Package participant, Creality showcased its latest products and engaged in strategic discussions with 136 store managers and decision-makers from the ANZ region. This involvement highlights the significance of Creality's partnership with Jaycar, enhancing local support throughout Australia.
As a sponsor, Creality featured products like the K2 Plus Combo and HALOT series at the conference, with plans to expand product offerings in all Jaycar stores. This collaboration ensures that Australian customers receive the latest products and reliable after-sales support. Creality was recognized with the Collaboration Trade Partner Award by Jaycar during the conference.
In an interview at the Gold Coast ShareFest, CEO Adam Ao expressed his gratitude, stating, "Your enthusiasm highlighted the transformative potential of 3D printing in everyday life. We believe in making 3D printing accessible to everyone, which is why we focus on localized innovation to meet diverse market needs, including specialized machines for footwear and dental applications. We're excited about continuing this journey of innovation together."
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