Sekura.id, a leader in global mobile identity verification and a GSMA Open Gateway Channel Partner, is proud to welcome Harmeen Mehta, a globally renowned technology strategist and innovator, as its latest Advisor.

Harmeen brings a wealth of experience, having worked across aviation, investment banking, and telecommunications industries in more than 40 countries. Her career has been dedicated to harnessing advanced technologies to resolve complex business issues and deliver innovative solutions.

Prior to her role at BT, Harmeen held the position of Group CIO and Head of Cloud & Security Business at Bharti Airtel, where she led engineering, IT, and digital transformation initiatives. She also played a pivotal role in developing new business opportunities. Her senior roles at institutions such as Bank of America Merrill Lynch, BBVA, and HSBC further underscore her expertise. Recognised for her work in Neural Networks and AI, Harmeen has received honours including the Women of the Decade in Innovation & Leadership Award from the Women Economic Forum and the MIT Sloan CIO Leadership Award.

Harmeen’s appointment comes as Sekura.id focuses on advancing its Open Gateway initiatives, driving the transformation of telecom providers into tech-centric businesses. She is committed to empowering organisations with cutting-edge technologies in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

“In today’s world of ever more rapid technological advancements, establishing true identity is the cornerstone for individuals and organisations to harness innovation safely and securely while protecting customer rights,” Harmeen commented. “I am deeply passionate about the transformative power of identity and Sekura.id’s pivotal role in this space. My focus will include expanding Open Gateway APIs as a vital new revenue stream for telcos, while also ensuring mobile identity solutions reach a broader audience, empowering businesses to thrive in the digital age.”

Mark Harvey, CEO of Sekura.id, remarked, “Harmeen is a highly esteemed technologist, and I have held her in the highest regard since our first meeting at Bharti Airtel. Her unparalleled global expertise and passion for mobile identity made her an obvious choice as a strategic advisor for Sekura.id. I can think of no one with greater drive, enthusiasm, and commitment to advancing the mobile identity industry as a whole.”

With Harmeen Mehta’s appointment, Sekura.id reaffirms its position at the forefront of mobile identity innovation. Her expertise will be instrumental in developing secure, scalable identity solutions that deliver value to businesses, telecom providers, and consumers worldwide.

Contigo Mobility (CoMo), a leader in Southeast Asia’s electric vehicle (EV) mobility industry, has officially entered the UK market with the launch of CoMoTo, an electric motorcycle ridesharing service in London. This initiative marks the company’s first foray into Europe, highlighting its commitment to expanding the reach of innovative EV technologies.

The soft launch of CoMoTo took place on Boxing Day, providing Londoners with an early glimpse of the service. During this introductory phase, a select group of users were able to test the service, experiencing the efficiency and sustainability of CoMoTo’s advanced electric motorcycles. The enthusiastic response has paved the way for a full rollout, scheduled to take place by the end of January 2025.

“Our expansion to London reflects our commitment to creating greener cities through sustainable mobility solutions,” said Zuhri Yusof, CEO of Contigo Technology Group. “We’re thrilled to introduce CoMoTo to one of the world’s most vibrant and dynamic urban landscapes. This launch is a testament to our vision of a connected, eco-friendly future for urban transportation.”

CoMoTo is poised to redefine urban transport for Londoners, offering an environmentally conscious alternative to traditional ridesharing options. Built around zero-emission travel, CoMoTo’s electric motorcycles are designed to ease traffic congestion while significantly reducing carbon emissions. The service will be accessed through an intuitive mobile app, enabling users to easily find, book, and ride electric motorcycles.

Key features of CoMoTo include:

• Sustainable Transport: Zero-emission, fully electric motorcycles.
• Simplified Access: A user-friendly app offering convenient booking and real-time tracking.
• Cost-Effective Rides: Affordable pricing to ensure eco-friendly travel is within everyone’s reach.

The launch in London marks the beginning of Contigo Mobility’s ambitious plan to expand its operations across Europe. By supporting the UK’s ambition of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, CoMoTo is set to play a vital role in advancing sustainable mobility in the region.

For more information or to download the app, visit https://comoto.co.uk.

Perpetuus Advanced Materials has revealed its first graphene-enhanced masterbatch compounds, tailored for the commercial, passenger, and industrial tyre sectors. The product range will expand to include masterbatches for elastomer applications, such as gaskets, conveyor belts, hoses, seals, and V-belts.

Using its proprietary plasma treatment process, Perpetuus incorporates advanced graphenes into a masterbatch that is now available in industrial quantities. This development allows tyre manufacturers to easily adopt the material into their production processes.

The plasma treatment process is environmentally friendly, avoiding the traditional wet acid and solvent techniques that produce toxic waste and require energy-intensive drying. This dry process conserves energy and reflects Perpetuus’s commitment to sustainable production methods.

The graphene masterbatch combines plasma-treated graphenes with natural rubber, carbon black, and industry-standard fillers. Its inclusion in tyre tread formulations results in significant performance improvements, such as a 40% reduction in tyre tread wear, improved wet braking, and enhanced handling. The masterbatch also reduces PM2.5 tyre wear particles, helping combat air pollution caused by road abrasion.

John Buckland, CEO of Perpetuus Advanced Materials, said: “In the 20 years since graphene was discovered, almost every use for the material has been developed in laboratories around the world, however the lack of affordable high quality graphenes has prevented known commercial applications coming to market. Our plasma treated surface engineered graphenes solve this problem which are now available in commercial quantities to all sectors of industry.”

The masterbatch supports regulatory initiatives like the UK’s Clean Air Act 2022 and the EU Clean Air Policy. It also offers potential benefits for aquatic ecosystems and urban drainage systems by reducing the tyre-derived pollutants that enter waterways.

Pre-mixed in 25 kg blocks, the masterbatch contains over 90% of the core dry mix components used in tyre production. By eliminating toxic additives such as plasticisers, process oils, and resins, it improves factory air quality and worker safety, while enhancing the efficiency of tyre production.

Perpetuus plans to expand its product line further in 2026 with the introduction of its GRAPHENE C6 motorcycle and PCT tyres, as well as additional masterbatch formulations, including Styrene Butadiene Rubber for passenger vehicles. The scalable production process enables sustainable innovation across multiple rubber industries.

For further details, visit PerpetuusAM.com.