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Stratasys Conference Call to Discuss Second Quarter 2016 Financial Results
July 15, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today announced it will release financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2016 on Thursday, August 4, 2016. The Company plans to hold the conference call to discuss its second quarter financial
SpaceX Confirms Falcon 9 First-Stage Landing Attempt on Land During Upcoming NASA CRS-9 Mission;
July 15, 2016
HAWTHORNE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today SpaceX confirmed that the company is targeting the launch of its ninth NASA Commercial Resupply Services mission (CRS-9) aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. on Monday, Jul. 18 at 12:45 a.m. EDT. As with prior NASA Commercial Resupply Service (CRS)
Terex Announces Quarterly Dividend
July 15, 2016
WESTPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terex Corporation (NYSE: TEX) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share. The dividend is to be paid on September 19, 2016 to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 10, 2016. About Terex Terex Corporation is a lifting and material handling
Jacobs Completes Sale of Its Jacobs France Business to NOX SARL
July 15, 2016
PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (NYSE:JEC) announced today it has entered a share purchase agreement (SPA) to transfer operations within its Jacobs France subsidiary to NOX SARL in France. The transaction value was not disclosed, and was settled in cash at completion. Jacobs President and CEO Steve Demetriou stated,
Mindteck Expands Footprint in the Midwest
July 15, 2016
CAMP HILL, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mindteck, a global product engineering and IT services company since 1991, has appointed Tom Toerner to lead the company’s expansion into the Midwest as part of its US growth strategy. The company’s present US footprint encompasses a presence in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Missouri, Texas, California, and
Ford Motor Company Fund and LULAC Announce $400,000 in Grants and Scholarships for Education
July 15, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, named the recipients of the Ford Driving Dreams (FDD) Grants at the 87th Annual LULAC Convention in Washington, DC. A total of $400,000 in scholarships and grants will be awarded to 10 Councils and LULAC National Educational Service Centers,
NASA Taps the Museum of Science, Boston to Educate and Inspire
July 15, 2016
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A $912,000 NASA award will enable the Museum of Science, Boston to capture the excitement of the next generation's moonshot -- the human journey to Mars and back. "NASA is closer to sending American astronauts to Mars than at any point in our history," said NASA Administrator Charles Bolden in 2015. The agency is again
On BizWireTV: Exclusive Data Shows Social Impact of Pokémon GO and a Sci Fi Inspired Prosthetic Arm
July 15, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On the latest BizWireTV, a new game has people scouring the streets for wild Pokémon and news of the game reached billions. Watch the full episode for more stories including Mobius Bionics, FedEx, Audible, BET Networks, Amazon and more on BizWireTV – featuring the Top Five Most-Shared Stories of the Week.
HanesBrands Completes Acquisition of Pacific Brands Limited
July 15, 2016
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI), a leading worldwide marketer of underwear, intimate apparel and activewear, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Pacific Brands Limited, the leading underwear and intimate apparel company in Australia. The acquisition of Pacific Brands adds Bonds, Australia’s
Vetter Provides Insights into Its Long-Term Expansion Plans That Include the Purchasing of Property
July 15, 2016
RAVENSBURG, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At a meeting held on July 12 for interested residents and other stakeholders, officials of the City of Des Plaines and Vetter were given the opportunity to share initial plans for the proposed purchase and development by Vetter of a 18 acre site, located at the corner of Mount Prospect and Algonquin Road.
Atlas Copco: Ronnie Leten comments on Atlas Copco’s Q2 2016
July 15, 2016
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Atlas Copco, a leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions, today reported stable order intake supported by a solid industrial business while demand for mining and construction weakened. The overall near-term demand for the Group is expected to remain at current level. Orders received
print24.com with Expressflat
July 15, 2016
RADEBEUL, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Since the beginning of July, the UNITEDPRINT SE online print shop and its most well-known brand print24.com have been successfully implementing their new “EfS Express for Standard” program. Selected customers can now order Flyers and Folded flyers at the standard price and benefit from express
Toshiba and Western Digital Celebrate the Opening of New Fab 2 Semiconductor Fabrication Facility in
July 15, 2016
YOKKAICHI, Japan & IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) and Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ:WDC) today celebrated the opening of the New Fab 2 semiconductor fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan. Expanded use of flash memory in smartphones, SSDs, and other applications is driving
Byggmax: Interim report January - June 2016
July 15, 2016
SOLNA, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Byggmax: (STO:BMAX) April 1 - June 30 • Net sales amounted to SEK 1,738.7 M (1,294.6), up 34.3 percent. Pro forma net sales totaled SEK 1,584.0 M for the second quarter of 2015, corresponding to a pro forma net sales increase of 9.8 percent. • Net sales for comparable stores increased
Autoliv Has Refinanced Its Existing Revolving Credit Facility
July 15, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV and SSE: ALIVsdb), the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems has refinanced its existing $1.1 billion multi-currency revolving credit facility agreement with a group of 14 banks. The facility has a five-year maturity, with extension options for up to two more years. The
LyondellBasell Selects WorleyParsons for PO/TBA Plant Integrated Project Management
July 15, 2016
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WorleyParsons (ASX:WOR) has been awarded an Integrated Project Management Team (IPMT) contract by LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB), one of the world’s largest plastics, chemical and refining companies. LyondellBasell propose to build a propylene oxide and tertiary butyl alcohol (PO/TBA) plant to be located in Channelview
Haldex Interim Report, January - June 2016: Solid Operating Margin and Improved Cash Flow in Spite
July 15, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Net sales for Q2 totaled SEK 1,147 (1,290) m, equivalent to an 11% decrease compared with the same period of the previous year. After currency adjustments, net sales decreased by 9% in Q2. Currency-adjusted net sales fell by 10% for the first six months of the year. Operating income for Q2 excluding
Toshiba and Western Digital Celebrate the Opening of New Fab 2 Semiconductor Fabrication Facility in
July 15, 2016
YOKKAICHI, Japan & IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba Corporation (Tokyo: 6502) and Western Digital Corporation (NASDAQ: WDC) today celebrated the opening of the New Fab 2 semiconductor fabrication facility located in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, Japan. Expanded use of flash memory in smartphones, SSDs, and other applications is driving
Milacron Holdings Corp. to Announce Second Quarter 2016 Results
July 15, 2016
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Milacron Holdings Corp. (NYSE:MCRN), a leading industrial technology company serving the plastics processing industry, announced today that the company’s second quarter 2016 financial results will be released on Thursday, July 28, 2016 before the market open. Milacron will hold a conference call at 8:00 a.m.
NASA Mars Rover Engineer Z. Nagin Cox to Keynote SIGGRAPH 2016
July 15, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ACM SIGGRAPH announces the selection of Z. Nagin Cox, Spacecraft Operations Engineer with the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (NASA JPL), as the SIGGRAPH 2016 keynote speaker. ACM SIGGRAPH’s annual conference is the world's leading interdisciplinary educational experience showcasing the latest in computer graphics and
Material Positioner from Verti-Lift
July 15, 2016
Includes integral lift and tilt, turn, and conveying functionality.
Fresno Food Expo Debuts 33 Diverse New Products at Acclaimed Innovation Awards Showcasing the
July 14, 2016
FRESNO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The 2016 Fresno Food Expo debuted 33 innovative new products, varietals and packaging concepts that were entered into the New Product Awards from 28 different Central California businesses. Now in its fourth year, the New Product Awards, presented by Baker Peterson Franklin CPA, LLP, have become a strategic
Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation Announces Conversion Ratio Adjustment to Convertible Notes Due
July 14, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation (NYSE: MIC) announced an adjustment to the conversion ratio applicable to its 2.875% Convertible Senior Notes due 2019. The conversion ratio for the Notes increased to 12.0091 shares of common stock per $1000 principal amount effective July 15, 2016. This adjustment reflects the impact
Universal Display Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2016 Conference Call and Webcast
July 14, 2016
EWING, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), enabling energy-efficient displays and lighting with its UniversalPHOLED® technology and materials, today announced that its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2016, will be released on Thursday, August 4, 2016 after market close. At that time, a copy of the
Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Segment Will Remain a Dominant Segment of the Paper Manufacturing Market
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the paper manufacturing market in Bosnia and Herzegovina is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 2% during the forecast period. This research report titled ‘Paper Manufacturing Market in Bosnia and Herzegovina 2016-2020’ provides an in-depth analysis
Mesabi Trust Press Release
July 14, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Trustees of Mesabi Trust (NYSE:MSB) declared a distribution of twenty cents ($0.20) per Unit of Beneficial Interest payable on August 20, 2016, to Mesabi Trust Unitholders of record at the close of business on July 30, 2016. This compares to a distribution of four cents ($0.04) per share for the same period last
Increased Popularity of Paperboard Packaging to Emerge as a Key Driver for the Paper Manufacturing
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the paper manufacturing market in Romania to register a slow growth, posting a CAGR of close to 2% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the paper manufacturing market in Romania for 2016-2020. To
Fluor Awarded Maintenance Alliance Contract for Power Plants in Georgia and Alabama
July 14, 2016
IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that it was awarded a five-year maintenance alliance contract with a Southern Company subsidiary for its North Georgia and Alabama Coastal power generation facilities. These six fossil-fuel power stations generate approximately 10,000 megawatts across the southeast.
Mobile Mini Schedules 2016 Second Quarter News Release and Conference Call for Thursday, July 28th
July 14, 2016
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobile Mini, Inc. (NasdaqGS:MINI) today announced that it will issue its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2016 on Thursday, July 28, 2016 before the financial markets open. Management will conduct a conference call that day at 12:00 noon ET to review these results. To listen to the call live, dial
Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. to Announce Earnings Results and Quarterly Conference Call
July 14, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. (NASDAQ: GIFI), will announce 2016 second quarter earnings after the market close on Thursday, July 28, 2016. The management of Gulf Island Fabrication, Inc. will hold a conference call on Friday, July 29, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time) to discuss the Company’s
Celestica Recognizes ON Semiconductor with a 2015 Total Cost of Ownership Supplier Award
July 14, 2016
PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ON), driving energy efficiency innovations, today announced it has been awarded a 2015 Total Cost of Ownership (TCOOTM) Supplier Award from Celestica, a global leader in the delivery of end-to-end product lifecycle solutions. Celestica’s awards program recognizes suppliers that provide the
Glass and Glass-Based Products Segment Will Lead the Non-Metallic Minerals Market in Bosnia and
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market study released by Technavio, the non-metallic minerals market in Bosnia and Herzegovina is expected to grow at a CAGR of close to 5% during the forecast period. This research report titled ‘Non-metallic Minerals Market in Bosnia and Herzegovina 2016-2020’ provides an in-depth
3M Announces Upcoming Investor Events
July 14, 2016
ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced the following investor events: Second-quarter 2016 earnings conference call on Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at 8 a.m. CDT. The earnings call can be accessed at (800) 762-2596 within the U.S. or +1 (212) 231-2916 outside the U.S. Jefferies Industrials Conference in New York, N.Y., on
Joint Venture Formed to Bring Wireless EV Charging to Chinese Electric Vehicle Market
July 14, 2016
RICHMOND, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Evatran Group, Inc. (“Evatran”) and Zhejiang VIE Science and Technology Company (“VIE”) have formed a joint venture to integrate Plugless, Evatran’s wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging system, into the EVs of car manufacturers (OEMs) based in China. The new venture is called Zhejiang
Focus on Organized Retailing by Manufacturers Will Drive the Furniture Manufacturing Market in
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the furniture manufacturing market in Bosnia and Herzegovina to grow at a CAGR of more than 6% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the furniture manufacturing market in Bosnia and Herzegovina for
Technavio Announces Top Three Emerging Trends Impacting the Furniture Manufacturing Market in
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest report on the furniture manufacturing market in Romania provides an analysis on the most important trends expected to impact the market outlook from 2016-2020. Technavio defines an emerging trend as a factor that has the potential to significantly impact the market and contribute to its growth or
Reduction in Value-Added Tax to Emerge as a Key Driver for the Furniture Manufacturing Market in
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio analysts forecast the furniture manufacturing market in Turkey to grow at a CAGR of more than 9% during the forecast period, according to their latest report. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the furniture manufacturing market in Turkey for 2016-2020. To calculate the market
Oshkosh Corporation to Announce Third Quarter Earnings July 28, 2016
July 14, 2016
OSHKOSH, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, will issue its third quarter fiscal 2016 financial results on Thursday, July 28, 2016. The results will be discussed during a webcast that day beginning at 9:00 a.m. ET. To access the webcast, investors should go to
Details of Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Credit Company July 28 Briefings on 2016 Second Quarter
July 14, 2016
DEARBORN, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) and Ford Motor Credit Company will release their 2016 second quarter financial results at 7 a.m. EDT Thursday, July 28. The following briefings will be conducted after the announcement: At 9 a.m. EDT, Mark Fields, Ford president and chief executive officer, and Bob Shanks,
Columbia Sportswear Company to Announce Second Quarter Financial Results On Thursday, July 28, 2016
July 14, 2016
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) plans to release financial results of its second quarter at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 28, 2016. At approximately 4:15 p.m. ET, a commentary by Tom Cusick, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, reviewing the company's financial results and
Chevron Announces $1.4 Million Investment in South Bay Schools
July 14, 2016
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chevron completed today a month-long series of “Energy for Learning” grants totaling $1.4 million distributed to twenty-four school districts and other non-profit organizations in the South Bay. The grants represent funding for local Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)-related education
PSMJ Resources Announces the Top-Performing 2016 Circle of Excellence Firms
July 14, 2016
NEWTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PSMJ Resources, Inc., the premier management consulting firm for the architecture and engineering industries, announces members of the 2016 Circle of Excellence. Sixty-four exceptional architecture and engineering firms made it onto the exclusive list this year. PSMJ’s Circle of Excellence is designed to
PMI Issues RFP to Determine If Low Flow Rates in Plumbing Systems Yield Opportunistic Waterborne
July 14, 2016
ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Little scientific research exists on the relationship between low flow rates and opportunistic waterborne pathogens in plumbing systems. That’s why Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) today announced a request for proposal for a test protocol and budget—due Aug. 26, 2016—supporting
Monsanto Acknowledges Revised Proposal from Bayer
July 14, 2016
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Monsanto Company (NYSE: MON) acknowledged that it has received a revised, non-binding proposal from Bayer AG for a potential acquisition of Monsanto. The Board of Directors of Monsanto will review the proposal, in consultation with its financial and legal advisors. Monsanto will have no further comment until its Board of
Rapid Urbanization in BRIC Countries Will Drive the Global Performance Chemicals Market Through
July 14, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market research report by Technavio, the global performance chemicals market is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 5% until 2020. In this report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global performance chemicals market for 2016-2020. The report also presents the
Occidental Petroleum Announces Dividend
July 14, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Occidental Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:OXY) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized an increase of the company’s dividend to an annual rate of $3.04 per share, from the previous annual rate of $3.00 per share. President and Chief Executive Officer Vicki A. Hollub said, “Occidental has now
Reynolds Group Holdings Limited Announces Refinancing of its Existing Term Loans and Revolving
July 14, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Reynolds Group Holdings Limited (“Reynolds Group”) today announced that it is seeking to refinance its existing $2,135 million and €287 million senior secured term loans (the “Term Loans”) and $120 million and €54 million senior secured revolving credit facility (the “Revolving
GE Healthcare and ThoughtWire Collaborate to Accelerate Healthcare’s Digital Transformation
July 14, 2016
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE Healthcare Partners, the global management consulting arm of GE Healthcare, and ThoughtWire, a Toronto-based software company, today announced a five-year collaboration agreement to help hospitals and health systems implement new digital tools to improve productivity, quality of care and the overall patient experience.
Dense Yet Transparent Materials offer New Way to Control Light
July 14, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Researchers recently made the surprising discovery that a special class of materials called “hyperuniform materials” can be both dense and transparent. This work demonstrates a new way to control light and could lead to novel materials for many light-based applications including solar photovoltaics. These
Regalia Rx Biofungicide Approved in Canada for Use on Wheat and Soybeans
July 14, 2016
DAVIS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marrone Bio Innovations, Inc. (MBI), (NASDAQ:MBII), a leading provider of bio-based pest management and plant health products for the agriculture, turf and ornamental and water treatment markets, today announced that Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency has approved REGALIA Rx Biofungicide for use