QC Fence Contractors announced the enhancement of its gate repair service to formalize inspection, assessment, and corrective procedures for residential and commercial gate systems. The service update reflects operational changes implemented to address increased demand for gate maintenance and repair across manually operated and automated systems. The enhanced service is provided through the company’s operations based in Huntersville, North Carolina.
“The updated gate repair process was developed to provide a consistent framework for evaluating gate conditions and determining appropriate next steps,” said Troy Hawkins, contact representative for QC Fence Contractors. “This approach allows repair recommendations to be based on documented findings rather than assumptions about gate performance.”
The enhanced service begins with a structured inspection process that evaluates mechanical components such as hinges, latches, rollers, tracks, and locking mechanisms. Technicians also examine the gate frame, posts, and mounting points to identify alignment concerns, material deterioration, or corrosion that may affect functionality. For automated gates, inspections include motors, control systems, sensors, and power connections to confirm operational status.
Following the inspection, QC Fence Contractors provides a written assessment summarizing the observed condition of the gate and outlining recommended actions. The assessment distinguishes between issues that may be resolved through component repair and those that may require partial or full replacement. Cost estimates are included to reflect the scope of work identified during the evaluation, allowing property owners to review information before authorizing repairs.
When repair is determined to be appropriate, technicians perform corrective work using replacement components compatible with the existing gate system. Repair services may include hardware replacement, welding, track adjustments, electrical repairs, or mechanical realignment, depending on the type and condition of the gate. The company indicated that these services apply to wood, steel, aluminum, and composite gates, as well as swing and sliding configurations.
In situations where inspection findings indicate that repair would not sufficiently address structural or mechanical limitations, replacement may be recommended. QC Fence Contractors assists with removal of the existing gate and installation of a new system selected to match site requirements and usage conditions. Replacement options include manual and automated gates designed for residential access points, commercial facilities, and controlled-entry environments.
QC Fence Contractors operates as a fence contractor providing installation, repair, and maintenance services related to fencing and access systems. In addition, the company’s scope of work includes fence installation, panel replacement, and hardware servicing for a range of property types. Operations are conducted from the company’s location at 9541 Julian Clark Ave #101A, Huntersville, North Carolina 28078.
The enhanced gate repair service is also intended to support clearer communication between technicians and property owners during the repair process. By documenting inspection findings and recommended actions, QC Fence Contractors aims to reduce uncertainty about the condition of existing gate systems and the scope of required work. The company stated that this documentation may be useful for property managers, homeowners associations, and commercial operators responsible for ongoing maintenance planning. The standardized process is applied regardless of gate age or manufacturer, allowing evaluations to be conducted using consistent criteria across different property types and access configurations.
The company noted that many gate repair requests involve systems affected by weather exposure, repeated use, or deferred maintenance. The enhanced service framework is intended to document these factors during inspections and apply consistent criteria when determining whether repair or replacement is appropriate. According to the company, the same evaluation standards are applied to residential, commercial, and shared-access properties.
How AI Voice Agents are Transforming the Moving Industry
New York, United States – December 12, 2025 /Stacked Ai/
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the moving industry is experiencing a significant transformation thanks to the introduction of AI voice agents. Stacked AI, a leader in artificial intelligence solutions, is at the forefront of this revolution, providing innovative AI voice agents for movers that are reshaping how moving services operate. These advanced technologies are not only enhancing communication but also optimizing operations, allowing businesses to thrive in a competitive market.
The moving industry has long been known for its challenges, including logistical complexities, customer service demands, and the need for efficient communication. Stacked AI’s AI voice agents for movers address these issues head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, these voice agents streamline interactions between moving companies and their clients, ensuring that inquiries are handled promptly and accurately. This improvement in communication leads to higher customer satisfaction and retention rates, which are crucial for any business’s success.
One of the standout features of Stacked AI’s voice agents is their ability to provide 24/7 support. Unlike traditional customer service models that rely on human agents, AI voice agents can operate around the clock, answering questions and providing information at any time of day. This capability is particularly beneficial for moving companies that often deal with clients in different time zones or those who may need assistance outside of regular business hours. With AI voice agents, customers can receive immediate responses to their inquiries, enhancing their overall experience.
Moreover, the AI voice agents for movers are designed to handle a wide range of tasks. From providing quotes and scheduling appointments to answering frequently asked questions, these agents can manage various aspects of customer interaction. This versatility not only saves time for both the moving companies and their clients but also allows human agents to focus on more complex issues that require a personal touch. By automating routine tasks, Stacked AI’s technology helps businesses operate more efficiently and effectively.
In addition to improving customer service, Stacked AI’s voice agents also play a crucial role in data collection and analysis. Every interaction with a voice agent is an opportunity to gather valuable insights about customer preferences and behaviors. This data can be used to refine marketing strategies, improve service offerings, and ultimately drive growth. By understanding what customers want and need, moving companies can tailor their services to meet those demands, leading to increased satisfaction and loyalty.
The implementation of AI voice agents for movers is not just about enhancing communication; it is also about fostering a culture of innovation within the moving industry. As more companies adopt these technologies, they are setting new standards for customer engagement and operational efficiency. Stacked AI is proud to be a part of this movement, providing businesses with the tools they need to stay ahead of the curve.
Furthermore, the integration of AI voice agents into existing systems is seamless and straightforward. Stacked AI offers tailored solutions that can be customized to fit the unique needs of each moving company. This flexibility ensures that businesses can adopt the technology without disrupting their current operations. The user-friendly interface and easy integration process make it accessible for companies of all sizes, from small local movers to large national chains.
As the moving industry continues to evolve, the demand for innovative solutions will only grow. Stacked AI’s AI voice agents for movers are positioned to meet this demand head-on, providing businesses with the support they need to thrive in a competitive landscape. By embracing these technologies, moving companies can enhance their service offerings, improve customer satisfaction, and ultimately drive growth.
In conclusion, Stacked AI is leading the charge in transforming the moving industry with its AI voice agents for movers. These advanced technologies are revolutionizing communication, optimizing operations, and fostering a culture of innovation. As more businesses recognize the benefits of AI voice agents, the landscape of moving services will continue to change for the better. Stacked AI is committed to helping moving companies navigate this transformation, providing them with the tools and support they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world.
EAST BRIDGEWATER, MA – December 12, 2025 – PRESSADVANTAGE –
Contrast Landscape, a landscaping, hardscaping, and construction company located at 35 Industrial Dr, East Bridgewater, MA 02333, has added two trucks to its fleet to meet growing demand for hardscape construction and snow plowing services. The expansion positions the company to handle heavier material loads on masonry projects and to respond more efficiently to winter weather across its service area in southeastern Massachusetts.
Owner Henrique Almeida configured each vehicle for a specific role. The first truck is built to transport dense materials such as pavers, concrete, and natural stone used for patios, retaining walls, walkways, and other hardscape installations. The second is set up to pull equipment trailers and operate a plow for residential and commercial snow removal.
“Over the past season, we have taken on more projects involving patios, retaining walls, and other hardscape elements,” Almeida said. “Those jobs require moving significant amounts of stone and concrete, and having a truck designed for that work helps us stay on schedule and reduce wear on our other vehicles.”
The investment comes as Massachusetts enters the winter season. Contrast Landscape provides snow plowing for driveways, parking lots, and walkways, and the dedicated plow truck allows crews to respond to storms without pulling equipment away from ongoing construction projects. During warmer months, the same vehicle will haul trailers carrying mowers, excavation equipment, and other landscaping machinery between job sites.
Almeida noted that separating the fleet by function gives the company greater flexibility in scheduling work. “When we had trucks doing double duty, a delay on one job could ripple into the next,” he said. “Now we can run hardscape deliveries and equipment transport on parallel tracks, which makes scheduling more predictable for our customers.”
Contrast Landscape offers a range of outdoor services, including landscape design and installation, lawn care, hardscape construction, masonry, and seasonal maintenance. By coordinating multiple trades under one contractor, the company simplifies project management for property owners who might otherwise hire separate crews for grading, stonework, plantings, and related tasks. This approach is particularly valuable for larger outdoor renovations that involve both softscape elements like plantings and lawn areas alongside hardscape features such as stone patios or block retaining walls.
The fleet expansion supports that integrated approach. Having vehicles matched to different load types allows crews to arrive at job sites with the materials and equipment needed for excavation, base preparation, paver installation, and final cleanup without delays caused by shared resources. For customers, this translates to more accurate project timelines and fewer interruptions during active work.
Almeida said the company will track how the additional capacity affects project timelines and customer response over the coming year. The trucks represent the latest step in building infrastructure to support continued growth in both construction and snow services throughout Plymouth County and the surrounding region.
For more information about Contrast Landscape and its landscaping, hardscaping, masonry, and snow plowing services, visit their website.
About Contrast Landscape
Contrast Landscape is a full-service landscaping and hardscaping company headquartered at 35 Industrial Dr, East Bridgewater, MA 02333. Founded by Henrique Almeida, the company serves residential and commercial property owners throughout southeastern Massachusetts, including Plymouth County on the South Shore, Bristol County on the South Coast, and Barnstable County on Cape Cod. Services include landscape design and installation, hardscape construction, patios, retaining walls, walkways, masonry, outdoor living spaces, pergolas, fencing, decks, and seasonal services including snow plowing and winter maintenance.
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For more information about Contrast Landscape, contact the company here:
Contrast Landscape Henrique Almeida (857) 703-2810 contrastlandscape@gmail.com 35 Industrial Dr, East Bridgewater, MA 02333
SRH Landscapes LLC announced the introduction of landscape architecture services across additional North Dallas communities. The Dallas‑based firm authorized this release and is the primary media contact. The rollout extends planning and documentation capabilities to Addison, Plano, Richardson, Lake Highlands, Highland Park, University Park, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Valley Ranch, Prestonwood, Vickery Meadow, and Far North Dallas.
The expanded service focuses on planning and documentation for large properties where landscapes function as civic and commercial infrastructure. Scope includes concept development, site analysis, grading and drainage documentation, planting design, irrigation coordination, and construction detailing. These components support corporate campuses, retail districts, healthcare facilities, educational sites, municipal parks, streetscapes, and other public spaces that strike a balance between function, appearance, and long-term care.
The decision responds to demand from property managers and public institutions for integrated planning that aligns drawings with field execution. Early choices involving soils, stormwater strategies, and plant palettes shape irrigation efficiency, maintenance, and user comfort. Addressing these factors in the design phase reduces rework, improves cost predictability, and positions projects to perform under North Texas conditions once construction is complete.
SRH Landscapes LLC will emphasize clear, buildable documents that support permitting and coordination. Deliverables include CAD plan sheets and details, plant schedules tailored to local climate and soil conditions, and specifications for paving, edging, and materials suitable for commercial loading. Submittals will reflect accessibility requirements and local tree and landscape ordinances as applicable, helping contractors and owners coordinate scope during procurement and construction.
The program integrates regionally appropriate sustainability practices. Plans will prioritize native and climate‑adapted species, water‑conserving irrigation, and measures that limit heat buildup on hard surfaces. Where warranted, details may incorporate bioswales, rain gardens, and permeable paving to support stormwater performance. The objective is to create outdoor environments that tolerate drought, respond to intense rainfall, and support comfortable pedestrian movement at both street and campus scales.
Project delivery considerations guide the rollout. Commercial properties and civic campuses often operate with restricted windows for intrusive work. Coordinated drawings, phasing notes, and construction administration check‑ins can reduce conflicts with facility operations and public use. Field‑ready details support accountable sequencing, enabling improvements during brief closures or off‑hours without compromising safety or quality.
“SRH Landscapes LLC remains focused on clear design standards, accountable project delivery, and stewardship of the Texas landscape,” said Tyler Hawkins, owner of SRH Landscapes LLC. “Introducing these services across the broader North Dallas footprint reflects longstanding relationships with public and private clients and an emphasis on reliable outcomes.”
Planning will be linked to maintenance from the outset. Early coordination between design staff and maintenance teams informs decisions about turf areas, bed geometry, equipment access, and irrigation zoning, ensuring that completed landscapes can be serviced efficiently. Considerations such as mower turns, mulch containment, pruning corridors, and plant health care protocols are addressed during planning to support consistent care after opening.
In corporate and institutional settings, exterior design decisions intersect with wayfinding, lighting, and pedestrian flows. Plans will account for entries, drop‑off zones, accessible routes, and gathering areas that accommodate events and daily circulation. For streetscapes, coordination with utilities and curb management is essential. Documentation will note conflicts with signage, hydrants, and underground infrastructure, allowing trades to sequence their work without delays.
Capital projects will gain budget clarity at schematic and design development stages. Drawing sets and outline specifications provide a shared basis for cost opinions and contractor input, enabling owners and municipalities to evaluate scope alternatives before finalizing details. This keeps improvements aligned with fiscal goals and reduces scope drift. When projects advance to the bid stage, standardized notes and details can simplify pricing and review of submittals.
SRH Landscapes LLC will coordinate with municipal agencies and private property owners to ensure submissions align with local review processes. Submittals will reflect checklists commonly used in North Dallas jurisdictions, with a focus on plan legibility, sheet indexing, and cross-referencing among details. When projects occur on active campuses or along busy corridors, the team will schedule site walks to verify existing conditions, capturing any variations before finalizing grades and elevations.
The company confirms that the introduction of landscape design and planning services in Addison, Plano, Richardson, Lake Highlands, Highland Park, University Park, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Valley Ranch, Prestonwood, Vickery Meadow, and Far North Dallas is practical immediately. SRH Landscapes LLC remains the authorized source for information about this development and requests that media and qualified stakeholders direct inquiries to the Dallas office.
SRH Landscapes LLC, based in Dallas, offers commercial and government-focused landscape solutions throughout the region. The portfolio includes large projects delivered under timelines and oversight standards typical of public and institutional work. Teams pair technical horticulture knowledge with field management to produce sites that are durable, maintainable, and responsive to the unique conditions of North Texas.
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For more information about SRH Landscapes LLC, contact the company here:
SRH Landscapes LLC Tyler Hawkins (972) 559-0033 sales@srhlandscapes.com 17714 Frank Jackson Dr, Dallas, TX 75252
Bangkok, Thailand – December 12, 2025 – PRESSADVANTAGE –
Siam Legal International, a leading law firm specializing in Thai immigration and legal services, reports a significant increase in inquiries and applications for the Destination Thailand Visa as the country intensifies enforcement measures against visa exemption misuse and overstays.
The Bangkok-based firm has observed a marked shift in client preferences toward more secure long-stay visa options as Thai immigration authorities implement stricter screening procedures at airports and land borders. Digital nomads, remote workers, and long-term visitors who previously relied on visa exemptions and border runs are increasingly seeking compliant alternatives to maintain their stay in Thailand.
The heightened enforcement measures include more rigorous entry screenings, increased scrutiny of repeat border runners, and stricter penalties for overstays. These changes have created uncertainty for travelers who have traditionally depended on the visa exemption system for extended stays in Thailand.
“The current enforcement environment has prompted many expatriates and digital nomads to reassess their visa strategies,” said Rex Baay, Operations Manager at Siam Legal International. “The DTV Visa Thailand option provides a legitimate pathway for long-term residence without the risks associated with repeated tourist entries or potential visa violations. We’re seeing strong month-over-month growth in consultations as people recognize the importance of maintaining proper immigration status.”
The Destination Thailand Visa offers several advantages for qualifying applicants. The visa provides 5-year validity with 180-day stays permitted per entry. Available categories include Workation for remote workers and Soft Power for those pursuing cultural activities, medical treatments, or training programs. Applicants must demonstrate financial stability through proof of 500,000 THB in savings maintained for the previous three months, though no minimum income requirement exists.
Siam Legal International has expanded its visa consultation services to meet the growing demand, with particular emphasis on document preparation and eligibility assessment for DTV applications. The firm’s immigration team assists clients in navigating the application requirements and ensuring compliance with Thai immigration regulations.
The surge in DTV interest reflects broader changes in Thailand’s approach to long-term foreign residents. As enforcement measures continue to evolve, legal experts anticipate sustained demand for legitimate visa pathways that provide stability and compliance certainty.
“The shift toward formal visa arrangements represents a positive development for both Thailand and long-term visitors,” added Baay. “Proper visa status protects individuals from legal complications while supporting Thailand’s efforts to maintain orderly immigration processes. The DTV program strikes an effective balance between accessibility and regulatory compliance.”
The firm encourages individuals currently relying on visa exemptions or facing uncertainty about their immigration status to seek professional guidance on available options. Early consultation allows adequate time for document preparation and ensures applicants meet all requirements before submitting their applications.
Siam Legal International provides comprehensive legal services throughout Thailand, including immigration law, business registration, family law, property transactions, and litigation support. The firm maintains offices in Bangkok and serves both individual and corporate clients seeking expert guidance on Thai legal matters.
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For more information about Siam Legal International, contact the company here:
Siam Legal International Rex Baay +662 254 8900 info@siam-legal.com 18th Floor, Unit 1806 Two Pacific Place, 142 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Your Trusted Partner for Long-Distance Moves in Kingston
Kingston, United States – December 12, 2025 /Your Hometown Mover/
Your Hometown Mover is excited to introduce its specialized services as Kingston Long Distance Movers, committed to delivering a smooth and hassle-free moving experience for both residential and commercial clients. With a focus on excellence and customer satisfaction, Your Hometown Mover has built a reputation as a reliable name in the moving sector, ensuring that every relocation is managed with utmost care and professionalism.
Relocating can often feel overwhelming, filled with various challenges and uncertainties. However, with the right team of Kingston Long Distance Movers, the entire process can be streamlined into a seamless and effective experience. Your Hometown Mover understands the complexities involved in long-distance moves and is well-prepared to manage every facet of the relocation, from packing to final delivery.
A key highlight of Your Hometown Mover is its professional packing services. The experienced team is trained to securely and efficiently pack belongings using high-quality materials to ensure that items are safeguarded during transit. This meticulous approach not only protects valuable possessions but also conserves clients’ time and energy, allowing them to concentrate on other critical aspects of their move.
Beyond packing, Your Hometown Mover provides climate-controlled storage options for clients who may require temporary storage during their transition. This service is especially advantageous for those downsizing or moving between homes. The climate-controlled facilities are designed to shield items from extreme temperatures and humidity, guaranteeing that belongings remain in excellent condition until they are ready to be delivered to their new destination.
Punctuality is another vital element of the moving process, and Your Hometown Mover takes pride in its on-time delivery promise. The team recognizes that delays can lead to significant stress and disruption, which is why they work tirelessly to stick to agreed-upon timelines. Clients can have confidence that their possessions will reach their new location as scheduled, facilitating a smoother transition into their new home or office.
Your Hometown Mover also understands that each move is distinct, which is why they provide customized moving plans tailored to the specific needs of every client. Whether it involves a small apartment or a large corporate office, the team takes the time to evaluate the requirements of the move and formulate a strategy that ensures efficiency and effectiveness. This personalized approach distinguishes Your Hometown Mover from other Kingston Long Distance Movers, as they emphasize the individual needs of their clients.
Customer satisfaction is central to Your Hometown Mover’s mission. The company has cultivated a reputation for reliability and professionalism, backed by numerous positive testimonials from happy clients. Many customers have commended the team’s commitment to making the moving experience as smooth as possible, highlighting their friendly attitude and readiness to go above and beyond. This dedication to service has resulted in a loyal customer base and many referrals.
In addition to residential relocations, Your Hometown Mover also excels in commercial moves. Businesses seeking to relocate can take advantage of the company’s expertise in managing office equipment, furniture, and sensitive documents. The team is trained to handle the logistics of commercial relocations, ensuring minimal disruption to business activities. With an emphasis on efficiency and organization, Your Hometown Mover aids businesses in transitioning smoothly to their new premises.
Safety remains a top priority for Your Hometown Mover. The company adheres to stringent safety protocols to safeguard both its employees and clients’ belongings. The movers are trained in safe lifting techniques and the correct handling of various items, ensuring that everything is transported securely. Furthermore, the company is fully licensed and insured, providing clients with peace of mind throughout the moving experience.
In summary, Your Hometown Mover stands out as an exceptional choice for Kingston Long Distance Movers, offering a wide array of services designed to facilitate smooth and effective relocations. With professional packing, climate-controlled storage, on-time delivery, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, the company is well-prepared to manage all types of moves. Whether relocating a home or a business, clients can rely on Your Hometown Mover to provide the expertise and support necessary for a successful transition.
XCF, Southern Energy, and DevvStream to explore developing a unified commercial platform combining fuel supply, logistics, and environmental-attribute value for aviation and industrial customers
The parties believe that the partnership has the potential to advance HEFA and next-generation biomass-to-methanol-to-jet SAF pathways
The parties intend to jointly evaluate the future development of New Rise Louisiana, a SAF facility comparable in size to XCF’s New Rise Reno facility of ~40 million gallons
HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / December 12, 2025 / XCF Global, Inc. (“XCF”) (Nasdaq:SAFX); Southern Energy Renewables Inc. (“Southern”); and DevvStream Corp. (“DevvStream”) (Nasdaq:DEVS) (together “the parties”) today announced a non-binding tripartite memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) to jointly explore the potential development of a next-generation low-carbon fuels platform designed to accelerate SAF adoption, expand domestic capacity, and integrate environmental-attribute monetization into a unified customer offering.
By 2030, the U.S. SAF market is projected to reach nearly $7 billion, while global demand is expected to exceed 5.5 billion gallons, supporting a global market of more than $25 billion. By that time, approximately 4 billion people are expected to live in countries that utilize SAF for air transportation. Looking ahead to 2050, the global SAF market could exceed $250 billion. This collaboration is intended to position the parties around a unified platform that directly supports this long-term growth.
The collaboration would seek to increase long-term SAF supply across multiple production pathways while advancing the transparency and commercialization of environmental attributes. As part of the negotiation of a binding agreement, the parties expect to evaluate the commercial viability of developing a HEFA-based SAF facility in Louisiana.
Potential Unified Commercial Platform and Strategic Integration
The parties intend to negotiate a definitive collaboration agreement which, if executed, would create a collaborative venture that intends to develop a unified commercial platform that enables customers to procure fuel, logistics services, and environmental-attribute value through a single integrated offering. If developed, this structure would be expected to simplify procurement, improve pricing efficiency, and enhance long-term customer retention across the aviation and industrial markets.
Chris Cooper, Chief Executive Officer of XCF Global, said:
“This collaboration has the potential to create the foundation for a first-of-its-kind, fully integrated low-carbon fuels platform – linking production, logistics, and environmental-attribute systems into a seamless value chain. If we succeed in combining Southern’s developmental stage biomass-to-methanol-to-jet technology, DevvStream’s environmental-attribute and digital MRV capabilities, and XCF’s HEFA production and commercial infrastructure, we see the potential to build a revolutionary end-to-end system that unlocks new value for customers and potentially accelerate the scaling of SAF in a disciplined, capital-efficient way.
“Our goal is to modernize how low-carbon fuels are produced, certified, and delivered – not as isolated components, but as an integrated solution aligned with the needs of global aviation and corporate sustainability programs.”
Potential Environmental-Attribute Monetization and Digital Infrastructure
A core component of the potential collaboration is expected to be the integration of environmental-attribute capabilities, including voluntary and compliance carbon credits, CORSIA units, renewable energy certificates, digital MRV solutions, and tokenized environmental-attribute tracking systems. Under the MOU, DevvStream is expected to lead the generation, verification, and monetization of environmental assets associated with the potential platform’s low-carbon fuels.
The parties plan to work towards jointly evaluating solutions to help customers capture, verify, and monetize environmental attributes, including LCFS credits, RINs, and benefits under 45Z/45Q. The parties also plan to evaluate lifecycle analysis (“LCA”) methodologies and carbon-intensity optimization systems which may strengthen project economics and support high-integrity SAF development.
Carl Stanton, Chairman of DevvStream, said:
“Integrating environmental assets directly into the fuel value chain is essential to accelerating SAF deployment. This collaboration has the potential to bring together three distinct strengths – XCF’s production expertise, Southern’s developing advanced biomass platform, and DevvStream’s environmental-asset monetization capabilities – to help improve project economics while giving airlines confidence in the integrity of their SAF purchases.”
Potential Multi-Pathway SAF Collaboration and Offtake Framework
The parties intend to explore a long-term offtake framework under which XCF could purchase SAF which will eventually be produced by Southern, subject to mutual agreement on commercial terms, in order to capitalize on long-term global demand for SAF.
A key anchor for the potential collaboration is Southern’s planned biomass-to-fuel facility in Louisiana, expected to produce approximately 28 million gallons of SAF and 220 kilotons of methanol per year, supported by an estimated $1.4 billion total project investment, according to Southern.
The parties further intend to explore multiple SAF production pathways with the goal of accelerating the adoption of SAF worldwide to address the forecasted industry demand noted above, including:
Southern’s in-development, next-generation biomass-to-methanol-to-jet SAF platform;
XCF’s HEFA-based SAF platform; and
Joint carbon-intensity and co-product optimization strategies
Jay Patel, Chief Executive Officer of Southern, added:
“We believe partnering with XCF and DevvStream would strengthen our ability to scale a multi-pathway SAF strategy grounded in real production capacity and real climate benefit. We are eager to work together to further develop our experimental $SAF token on Solana with DevvStream. Further, we believe Louisiana has the workforce, infrastructure, and feedstock resources to become a national leader in low-carbon fuels, and we see this potential collaboration as a major step toward that future.”
Exploration of New Rise Louisiana SAF Facility
The parties plan to assess the potential development of New Rise Louisiana, a proposed HEFA SAF facility. The evaluation process is expected to include engineering, permitting, feedstock integration, logistics, and financing strategies.
XCF and Southern also plan to evaluate municipal financing pathways in Louisiana, following recent momentum from the Louisiana Community Development Authority, which authorized up to $402 million in potential revenue bonds for Southern’s biomass-to-fuel project, subject to additional approvals, documentation, and market conditions. While not representing committed capital and there can be no assurance that any such bonds will ultimately be issued or that any particular amount of funding will be available, the authorization underscores Louisiana’s growing role as a U.S. clean-energy manufacturing hub. Any XCF participation in Louisiana municipal financing strategies would be separate from and in addition to Southern’s existing authorization. There can be no assurance that XCF will be able to secure any Louisiana municipal financing.
Cooper added:
“We believe Louisiana offers a compelling combination of infrastructure, talent, and policy support. We expect our evaluation of New Rise Louisiana will allow us to determine whether our modular HEFA platform can complement Southern’s developing biomass capabilities while fitting squarely within our disciplined, capital-efficient growth model.”
The MOU reflects a shared intent to collaborate on SAF and other low-carbon fuel opportunities. Any specific offtake arrangements, investments, or project development activities described in this release remain subject to confirmatory due diligence, negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, internal corporate approvals, and any required regulatory or permitting approvals. Accordingly, the MOU does not commit any party to proceed with any particular transaction or project.
About XCF Global, Inc.
XCF Global, Inc. (“XCF”) is a pioneering sustainable aviation fuel company dedicated to accelerating the aviation industry’s transition to net-zero emissions. Our flagship facility, New Rise Reno, has a nameplate production capacity of 38 million gallons per year, positioning XCF as an early mover among large-scale SAF producers in North America. XCF is advancing a pipeline of three additional sites in Nevada, North Carolina, and Florida, and is building partnerships across the energy and transportation sectors to scale SAF globally. XCF is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market and trades under the ticker, SAFX. Current outstanding shares: ~208.3 million; <20% free float (as of December 12, 2025).
To learn more, visit www.xcf.global.
About Southern Energy Renewables Inc.
Southern Energy Renewables Inc. is a U.S.-based clean fuels, chemicals, and products developer focused on advancing large-scale biomass-to-fuels projects. These projects are in development and designed to produce carbon-negative SAF and green methanol, supported by integrated carbon capture and sequestration.
DevvStream Corp. (Nasdaq: DEVS) is a carbon management company focused on the development, investment, and sale of environmental assets worldwide, including carbon credits and renewable energy certificates.
In connection with the proposed business combination transaction among DevvStream, Southern, and Sierra Merger Sub, Inc., DevvStream will prepare and file relevant materials with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including a registration statement on Form S-4 that will contain a proxy statement of DevvStream that also constitutes a prospectus (the “Proxy Statement/Prospectus”). A definitive Proxy Statement/Prospectus will be mailed to stockholders of DevvStream. DevvStream and Southern may also file other documents with the SEC and Canadian securities regulatory authorities regarding the proposed transaction. This communication is not a substitute for any proxy statement, registration statement or prospectus, or any other document that DevvStream and Southern (as applicable) may file with the SEC or Canadian securities regulatory authorities in connection with the proposed transaction. BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING OR INVESTMENT DECISION, INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF DEVVSTREAM ARE URGED TO READ CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS THAT ARE FILED OR WILL BE FILED BY DEVVSTREAM OR SOUTHERN WITH THE SEC OR CANADIAN SECURITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITIES, AS WELL AS ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS TO THESE DOCUMENTS, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION, WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THESE DOCUMENTS CONTAIN OR WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND RELATED MATTERS. DevvStream’s investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the Proxy Statement/Prospectus (when they become available), as well as other filings containing important information about DevvStream, Southern, and other parties to the proposed transaction, without charge through the website maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov. Copies of the documents filed with the SEC by DevvStream will be available free of charge under the tab “Financials” on the “Investor Relations” page of DevvStream’s website at www.devvstream.com/investors/ or by contacting DevvStream’s Investor Relations Department at ir@devvstream.com.
Participants in the Solicitation
DevvStream, Southern and their respective directors and certain of their respective executive officers and employees may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from DevvStream’s stockholders in connection with the proposed transaction. Information regarding the directors and executive officers of DevvStream is contained in DevvStream’s proxy statement for its 2025 annual meeting of stockholders, filed with the SEC on November 18, 2025, and in other documents subsequently filed with the SEC. Additional information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitations and a description of their direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the Proxy Statement/Prospectus and other relevant materials filed with the SEC (when they become available). These documents can be obtained free of charge from the sources indicated above.
No Offer or Solicitation
This press release is for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any offer, solicitation or sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offer of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
This press release contains “forward-looking” statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Exchange Act that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “expect”, “intend”, “will”, “estimate”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. These forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding the terms of the potential collaboration covered by the Non-Binding MOU, the expected benefits of the potential collaboration covered by the Non-Binding MOU, what financing strategies the parties to the Non-Binding MOU are expected to evaluate and the availability of such financing, estimates and forecasts of other financial and performance metrics, and projections of market opportunity and market share, are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by XCF, DevvStream and Southern and their respective management teams, are inherently uncertain and subject to material change. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. New risks and uncertainties may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all risks and uncertainties. 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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 12, 2025 / Industries rarely adopt new technology in a straight line. The process unfolds in stages that are predictable to insiders but invisible to the outside world. It begins with a demonstration, where a tool proves it can work under controlled conditions. From there, it moves into the dialogue phase, where industry leaders evaluate not just performance but the system-wide implications of integrating something new. SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) is now moving through that second stage. And it’s happening faster than many expected.
The pace started increasing after SMX scored a major milestone earlier this year. The technology delivered 99%-100% accuracy in identifying and sorting flame-retardant plastics, including black polymers that traditional optical systems fail to classify. That alone placed SMX in rare company. Most emerging solutions never demonstrate that level of precision, let alone at industrial speeds with digital passports attached. Demonstration was the necessary first milestone. It answered the question of feasibility.
NAFRA’s second invitation, announced this week, shows that the next stage has begun. The sector is shifting from “does this work” to “how would this fit.” This is the phase where frameworks take shape, where leaders across manufacturing, recycling, compliance, and policy assess the practical and strategic role a validated technology can play. Demonstration opens the door. Dialogue builds the pathway inside.
Dialogue Is Where Influence and Integration Develop
The dialogue stage is often the most important part of the adoption curve because it brings together the people who define the system’s rules. It is not a commercial event. It is not a procurement meeting. It is a strategic forum where the implications of a technology are weighed against long-term industry needs, regulatory trajectories, and operational realities. That is what makes SMX’s new appearance inside the NAFRA and American Chemistry Council program so meaningful.
During this phase, leaders are not asking whether a solution can operate. They are asking how the system reacts when it does. They evaluate how a platform like SMX’s molecular identity solution affects the flow of materials, the certainty of certification, and the confidence of downstream operators who rely on verified data. It is the point where market actors start mapping where the solution belongs, not whether it belongs.
This is also where consensus begins to form. Standards groups, recyclers, and manufacturers observe each other’s reactions. They see what resonates. They see what removes friction. They see what aligns with the direction global circularity frameworks are heading. As more participants engage, a shared understanding emerges. Technologies that reach the dialogue stage with strong data often become the backbone of future practices.
How Demonstrated Solutions Become Industry Norms
A demonstrated solution becomes an industry standard only after it survives the dialogue stage. This is where SMX now stands. It has already cleared the performance barrier. It is now being evaluated in the ecosystem where frameworks are shaped and adoption patterns are set. That is a crucial distinction. The companies and organizations involved in these discussions carry the influence needed to turn a capability into an expectation.
Flame-retardant plastics, once a structural barrier to circularity, now sit inside a potential redesign. SMX’s accuracy results create a baseline for what the sector can demand from its traceability tools. If a solution can identify materials at 99% accuracy in real operating conditions, then inferior approaches lose legitimacy. This is how norms change. Data resets expectations. Expectations reset standards. Standards reset the market.
NAFRA’s invitation of SMX back into the conversation confirms that this shift may already be well underway. The industry isn’t wasting time exploring hypotheticals. It is engaging a proven system and examining how it fits into the workflows that define safety, compliance, and recovery. This is where real adoption begins. It happens quietly, inside rooms that gather the people who understand what is practical and what is necessary. For SMX, the people who create a smooth path to the next stage: integration.
About SMX
As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.
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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 12, 2025 / The global economy spent decades running on assumptions, and it worked until it didn’t. Supply chains expanded faster than verification systems. Companies sourced materials from regions they had never visited. Certifications became paperwork rather than proof. The entire system flowed because everyone agreed to trust what they could not see. That trust created efficiency, but it also created fragility. Now the bill for that fragility has come due.
Today’s logistics environment is the result of those accumulated assumptions. When a manufacturer insists a material is sustainable, compliant, or recycled, the system treats it as fact. But when regulators ask for evidence, and companies cannot produce it, the entire chain stalls. Containers sit. Shipments freeze. Imports get flagged. Compliance teams scramble for data that never existed. What once looked like a smooth global network begins to resemble a maze held together by outdated declarations and inconsistent reporting. That is the logistics nightmare at play.
And this week, SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) cracked one of the most stubborn examples of that nightmare. Cotton has always been a black hole for verification. Once fibers are shredded, blended, spun, or dyed, the origin identity disappears. Brands rely on trust. Auditors rely on declarations. Regulators rely on hope. SMX’s new cotton demonstration shattered that cycle. The company proved that identity can survive every transformation stage in the textile lifecycle.
That single achievement shows how quickly assumptions collapse when exposed to molecular truth.
SMX Gave the Wake-Up Call The better news: the world is waking up. Governments are now forcing a reckoning. Europe’s new due diligence rules demand verifiable, auditable information about material origin and handling. “Show us the proof” has replaced “tell us the story.” Legacy certification models built on trust can’t keep up.
Suppliers who used to rely on paper trails now face audits that require hard evidence. Even recyclers, long insulated from deep regulatory pressure, must document recycled content with accuracy instead of approximation. The era of “trust us, it’s recycled” is gone. That is not a burden. That is progress.
SMX is fueling it. Not by creating another platform that depends on manual entries or declarations, but by changing the language of verification entirely. SMX embeds a molecular signature inside the material itself. Identity becomes internal rather than external. Proof becomes intrinsic instead of reported.
Materials Become Intelligent Assets As a result, instead of chasing information across continents, suppliers, and outdated reporting systems, SMX allows the material to speak for itself. A material with embedded identity doesn’t need a paper trail to justify its legitimacy. It carries its own authenticity. It verifies itself in real time. That addition isn’t just helpful. It is foundational.
It turns a fragile system built on assumptions into a durable system built on truth. And for the first time, proof carries more weight than promises. The moment a material receives an SMX marker, it stops behaving like a commodity and starts behaving like a data asset. A plastic pellet can now carry its own digital passport. A rubber component can report its origin and confirm whether it has been recycled. A textile fiber, as demonstrated this week with cotton, can authenticate itself through every mechanical and chemical transformation.
In all cases, memory becomes intrinsic instead of inferred. Passive materials evolve into active participants in the supply chain. And, the timing could not be better. Industries are feeling pressure from every angle. Automotive manufacturers must prove responsible sourcing for metals and batteries. Fashion houses must show traceability to avoid accusations of greenwashing. Consumer goods companies must verify recycled content levels before regulators impose penalties. These issues may seem disconnected, but they share the same core requirement. Every industry needs to know what its products are made of, where the materials came from, and whether the claims tied to them can withstand independent examination.
This is why SMX’s technology is not industry-specific. It is infrastructure. It becomes the connective tissue between materials and markets. Companies that adopt it gain the ability to operate with verifiable integrity. Companies that delay risk being caught in the widening gap between regulation and capability. When proof becomes currency, those without it become liabilities.
A World Ready for Molecular Accountability The environment for SMX’s adoption did not exist five years ago. Today it is accelerating. Governments are tightening borders around counterfeit goods. Corporations are being sued for inaccurate ESG disclosures. Investors are demanding data, not narratives. Consumers are increasingly expecting traceability at the product level. The public narrative has shifted from intention to verification, and the companies that cannot authenticate their materials face existential risk.
This is not a high-tech novelty. It is a survival requirement. Supply chains are too complex, too global, and too vulnerable to manage with manual reporting. A mislabeled recycled plastic batch in Europe can now trigger fines. Faulty minerals in a battery supply chain can halt production. Unsupported sustainability claims can spiral into reputational damage. These pressures create a universal demand. Material proof must be embedded, trackable, and immune to manipulation.
SMX’s technology intersects perfectly with that demand spike. Its molecular identity system integrates into existing manufacturing processes. It requires no new machinery. It scales from micrograms to megatons. It creates a universal language for describing material truth. And with the cotton breakthrough, it has shown that verification can survive transformations once considered impossible.
SMX gives supply chains something they have never had. A way to trust what they can verify rather than verifying what they trust. SMX provides that capability. By embedding molecular markers that travel with the material, its technology removes ambiguity at every stage of the supply chain. Stakeholders no longer need to interrogate the data because the data moves with the product.
This creates a new class of authenticated commodities that move through global markets with provable origin and identity. Proof becomes liquidity. Proof becomes compliance. Proof becomes trust. That is a winning supply chain trifecta ticket.
About SMX As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.
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Forward-looking statements are based on the Company’s current expectations and assumptions regarding future events and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties, and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks relating to: the Company’s ability to successfully execute its operating plans; the Company’s ability to obtain additional financing on acceptable terms or at all; the Company’s ability to maintain compliance with Nasdaq listing standards; market conditions and volatility in the trading price of the Company’s ordinary shares; dilution that may result from the Company’s existing financing arrangements; the Company’s ability to access capital under the standby equity purchase agreement and related amendments; the timing and occurrence of any closings under such agreements; the Company’s expectations regarding its financial runway and future capital needs; risks associated with the Company’s ability to scale its technology, secure customer adoption, or convert pilot programs into commercial deployments; risks relating to supply chain conditions and global economic trends; the Company’s dependence on key personnel; the Company’s ability to maintain intellectual property protection and defend against infringement claims; changes in applicable laws and regulations; general economic, political, and market conditions; risks relating to digital asset markets and the Company’s potential future acquisition or holding of digital assets; and other factors detailed from time to time in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F and its subsequent reports filed with the SEC.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made and are not guarantees of future performance. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated due to various risks and uncertainties, and all forward-looking statements contained herein are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
Learn how Satoshi’s exit cemented Bitcoin’s decentralization, and why user education and safety remain critical
MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / December 12, 2025 / Athena Bitcoin Global (OTCID:ABIT) (“Athena” or the “Company”), the third largest global operator of Bitcoin kiosks and digital asset fintech solutions, is underscoring one of Bitcoin’s most defining features as the community reflects on the period when Satoshi Nakamoto stepped away from public communication: its decentralization.
After publishing the Bitcoin white paper in 2008 and helping launch the network, Satoshi’s departure ensured that no single person, entity, or institution would control Bitcoin’s future. That design choice, often summed up as there being “no help desk for Bitcoin,” is central to why the network remains transparent, resilient, and globally accessible today.
But decentralization also means individuals are responsible for their own security and decisions. Without a central authority to intervene in scams, reverse transactions, or recover funds, education and fraud prevention become essential components of safe participation.
“Bitcoin’s strength comes from the fact that it belongs to everyone and no one,” said Matias Goldenhorn, CEO of Athena Bitcoin. “Satoshi’s departure is what allowed the network to become truly decentralized, and with that independence comes responsibility. Financial freedom is powerful, but it requires knowledge and vigilance. Our role is to help people experience Bitcoin safely in a system intentionally designed without a central operator.”
Athena operates one of the largest Bitcoin ATM networks across the Americas and has invested heavily in user protection initiatives such as:
Consumer protection notices and prominent warnings on screens as well and policies against third-party transfers that align with the company’s values and state laws advising users never to send bitcoin on the instruction of someone they’ve met online or an unsolicited caller.
Daily transaction limits and velocity controls to detect unusual patterns that could indicate coercion or theft.
Kiosk site selection in well-managed and brightly lit public locations.
Expanded and detailed consumer education on fraud prevention and tactics used by criminals to trick users on athenabitcoin.com and in our mobile app.
Frequent cybersecurity software updates to address new and emerging security issues.
As Bitcoin adoption grows worldwide, Athena remains committed to making decentralized finance accessible, understandable, and safe for everyday users.
To find the nearest Athena Bitcoin location and learn more about the promotion, customers can visit www.athenabitcoin.com
About Athena Bitcoin Global
Athena Bitcoin Global operates an international network of Athena Bitcoin kiosks, which are free standing kiosks that permit customers to buy or sell Bitcoin in exchange for fiat currencies. The Company places its machines in convenience stores, shopping centers and other easily accessible locations in thirty-four US states, Puerto Rico, and in three countries in Central and South America. Athena Bitcoin Global’s comprehensive fintech platform enables POS merchant payments powered by Athena Pay and the Company provides safe, reliable and personalized trading services through its Athena Plus services. To learn more visit www.athenabitcoin.com or follow Athena Bitcoin Global on Twitter and LinkedIn.
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