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Bloomberg New Energy Finance Selects 24M as a 2016 New Energy Pioneer
April 4, 2016
NEW YORK & CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bloomberg New Energy Finance today announced that 24M is one of ten companies selected as a 2016 New Energy Pioneer. Now in its seventh year, Bloomberg New Energy Finance’s New Energy Pioneer Award recognizes game-changing innovators revolutionizing the energy sector. 24M and the other
Supply & Demand Chain Executive Names Shelley Kiley, Vice President Global Supply Chain and
April 4, 2016
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Logility, Inc., a leading provider of collaborative supply chain optimization and advanced retail planning solutions, congratulates Shelley Kiley, vice president global supply chain and global distribution and logistics, Moen, North America’s #1 faucet brand, on her selection to the Supply & Demand Chain
Christopher & Banks Corporation Announces Withdrawal of Director Nomination
April 4, 2016
PLYMOUTH, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Christopher & Banks Corporation (NYSE: CBK), a Minnesota-based retailer of women’s apparel and accessories, today announced that Bruce J. Klatsky has notified the Company that he has withdrawn his name as a director-nominee for election at the 2016 Annual Meeting, due to a conflict discovered early
PICS Auditing Celebrates its Rebrand to Avetta
April 4, 2016
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PICS Auditing, the world’s leading provider of supply chain risk management solutions, announced today the company’s new corporate name, brand, and logo. The new Avetta brand reflects both the evolution of the company, as well as its strategy and focus on clients’ needs. “We’ve seen
Hexagon: Notice of Annual General Meeting
April 4, 2016
NACKA STRAND, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: The shareholders of Hexagon AB (publ) (STO:HEXAB), reg. no. 556190-4771, are hereby invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held at 17:00 CET on Tuesday, 10 May 2016. Location: Operaterrassen, Karl XII:s torg, Stockholm, Sweden. Registration for the AGM will open at 16:00
OutBack Power Showcases Easy-to-Install Solar Equipment during NABCEP
April 4, 2016
ARLINGTON, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OutBack Power Technologies, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of advanced power electronics for solar energy, will participate in an energy storage panel on April 5 at 1:00 p.m. PT and will showcase its prewired system line at the 2016 NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) Continuing
Marine Construction Industry Veteran Kim Shaughnessy Launches ACK Marine & General Contracting
April 4, 2016
QUINCY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Internationally-known marine construction veteran Kim Shaughnessy, longtime chief financial officer and chief operating officer of Cashman Equipment Corp., today officially announced the opening of ACK Marine & General Contracting, LLC, a global marine construction and contracting company based in Quincy,
E-Mist Revolutionizes Cleaning Industry with Launch of Mobile BackPack Disinfectant Application
April 4, 2016
FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As a revolutionary electrostatic disinfectant application system that delivers safer surfaces, lowers costs and keeps people healthier, E-Mist Innovations is launching the BackPack System – a new, mobile cordless electrostatic application system. “The BackPack System is revolutionizing the
Axiall Rejects Revised Proposal from Westlake
April 4, 2016
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axiall Corporation (“Axiall” or the “Company”, NYSE: AXLL) today confirmed that it has received, and rejected, a revised proposal from Westlake Chemical Corporation (“Westlake”, NYSE: WLK) to acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Axiall for a consideration of $14.00 cash
Kadant Acquires the PAALGROUP
April 4, 2016
WESTFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) announced today that it has acquired all of the outstanding shares of RT Holding GmbH, the parent corporation of a group of companies known as the PAALGROUP (PAAL) for approximately 51 million Euros in cash, or approximately USD $58 million. PAAL manufactures channel balers and related
Accuride Regains Compliance with NYSE Continued Listing Standards
April 4, 2016
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Accuride Corporation (NYSE:ACW) (“The Company”) – a leading supplier of components to the North American and European commercial vehicle industries – announced that it was notified on April 1, 2016 by the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") that the Company had satisfied the NYSE's
Alcoa to Host Webcast of First Quarter 2016 Results
April 4, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alcoa (NYSE:AA) will hold a conference call on Monday, April 11 beginning at 5:00 p.m. EDT to discuss first quarter 2016 results and business developments. The conference call will be webcast live via Alcoa's website, www.alcoa.com, with presentation materials available online at 4:15 p.m. EDT. Conference Call Information
Fleetmatics to Release First Quarter Financial Results on May 4, 2016
April 4, 2016
DUBLIN & BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fleetmatics Group PLC (NYSE: FLTX), a leading global provider of mobile workforce solutions for service-based businesses of all sizes delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS), today announced that it will release financial results for the first quarter of 2016 on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 after the market closes.
AeroVironment Announces Leadership Transition Plan
April 4, 2016
SIMI VALLEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVAV) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Wahid Nawabi, currently president and chief operating officer, as chief executive officer and a member of the Board of Directors, effective May 2, 2016. Mr. Nawabi succeeds Tim Conver, who will retire as CEO effective
Booz Allen Hamilton to Host Conference Call to Discuss Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Fiscal 2016
April 4, 2016
MCLEAN, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE:BAH), the parent company of management and technology consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton, will host a conference call at 8 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, to discuss the financial results for its Fourth Quarter and full-year Fiscal 2016 (ending March 31, 2016). A news
Intrepid Announces Sale of A330-300
April 4, 2016
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Intrepid confirmed today the sale of one (1) Rolls-Royce powered A330-300 aircraft to an affiliate of Banco Santander S.A. The aircraft was acquired new by Intrepid in December 2015 and delivered under a long-term operating lease to Evelop Airlines, based in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. “We are pleased to
Stratasys Files Annual Report on Form 20-F for the Year Ended December 31, 2015
April 4, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) (“Stratasys” or the “Company”), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, announced today that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Cognex Enters Mobile Terminal Market
April 4, 2016
NATICK, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the world’s leading supplier of machine vision systems and industrial barcode readers used in factory automation and logistics, today announced that it has developed, and is now offering for sale, a totally new product line—ruggedized mobile terminals. Cognex’s
GAF Completes Acquisition of Icopal
April 4, 2016
PARSIPPANY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer, today announced that it has closed its acquisition of Icopal, a leading pan-European manufacturer of roofing and other waterproofing products, for approximately €1 billion. The transaction is a transformative step that gives GAF the preeminent platform
Mobius Institute Announces the 2016 International Machine Vibration Analysis Conference (IMVAC) will
April 4, 2016
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobius Institute, the premier provider of vibration analysis training & certification, today announced the 2016 International Machine Vibration Analysis Conference (IMVAC) will be held in Orlando, Florida on October 31 to November 2, 2016 at the B-Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World. IMVAC is a
Armstrong Flooring, Inc. Becomes Independent, Publicly Traded Company
April 4, 2016
LANCASTER, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Armstrong Flooring, Inc. (NYSE:AFI), North America’s largest producer of resilient and wood flooring products, today announced the completion of its separation from Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE: AWI). Armstrong Flooring is now an independent, publicly traded company whose common stock will begin
G&K Services Offers Solutions for Infection Prevention in Healthcare Facilities
April 4, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GK) a leading provider of uniforms and facility services programs, is helping healthcare providers reduce the spread of healthcare associated infections (HAIs) in their facilities. Over 2 million HAIs are reported annually in the United States and come at a high cost for patients and
Superior Industries Sends Letter to Stockholders in Connection with 2016 Annual Meeting of
April 4, 2016
SOUTHFIELD, Mich,--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Superior Industries International, Inc. (NYSE:SUP), the largest manufacturer of aluminum wheels for passenger cars and light-duty vehicles in North America, today announced that, in connection with its 2016 Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on April 26, 2016, its Board of Directors has issued a letter to
GE Expands High-Efficiency Capabilities with Completed Acquisition of Metem Corporation
April 4, 2016
SCHENECTADY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GE (NYSE:GE) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Metem Corporation, a U.S.-based provider of precision cooling hole-manufacturing technologies that enable turbine engines to function more efficiently, saving costs, increasing operation time and reducing emissions. The acquisition was
Verdezyne Wins Bloomberg’s New Energy Pioneer Award
April 4, 2016
CARLSBAD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Verdezyne, Inc., a synthetic biology company producing biobased chemicals, has been named a winner of the Bloomberg New Energy Pioneer Award 2016. “We are delighted to be recognized by Bloomberg New Energy Finance for our innovation and momentum in the biobased chemicals space,” commented E. William
OpenGate Capital Completes Acquisition of the Window & Door Division of Royal Building Products
April 4, 2016
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the Window & Door division of Royal Building Products, a manufacturer of vinyl window profiles and patio doors, from Axiall Corporation (NYSE: AXLL). The division has been renamed ENERGI Fenestration Solutions
Newell Rubbermaid Announces Preliminary Results of the Exchange Offers and Consent Solicitations for
April 4, 2016
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Newell Rubbermaid Inc. (NYSE:NWL) today announced that, as of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on April 1, 2016 (the "Early Consent Date"), the aggregate principal amounts listed in the table below of each series of notes listed in the table below (the “Existing Jarden Notes”), previously issued by Jarden, have
VR is the Real Deal and a Top Airline Makes a Strategic Move on the Latest BizWireTV Accelerator
April 4, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Investors are showing they believe in the future of virtual reality and JetBlue makes its first strategic investment on the latest episode of BizWireTV’s Accelerator Report. Now available on BizWireTV’s new home on Tempo, the show serves as a preview of upcoming IPOs, scheduled earnings announcements, recent
Ryder Donates $50,000 to SkillsUSA to Support Next Generation of Commercial Vehicle Technicians
April 4, 2016
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Ryder Charitable Foundation, which directs charitable giving and support on behalf of Ryder System, Inc., in four strategic pillars – expertise, innovation, safety, and community collaboration – today announced its $50,000 donation to SkillsUSA, a nonprofit partnership of students, instructors, and industry
ITT’s Actuation and Rate Control Products on Display At Aircraft Interiors Expo 2016
April 4, 2016
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITT Corporation’s (NYSE: ITT) Enidine and Aerospace Controls (ITTAC) brands will showcase their portfolio of fluid control, environmental control systems (ECS) and stowage bin control solutions at the Aircraft Interiors Expo being held April 5-7 in Hamburg, Germany. Enidine’s selection of rate
Caterpillar Deploys Dassault Systèmes’ “Single Source for Speed” Industry Solution Experience
April 4, 2016
VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, world leader in 3D design software, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that Caterpillar Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and
Stratasys Invents 3D Printing Again With Transformational, Market Disruptive J750 3D Printer
April 4, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today introduced another industry first with its market-disruptive 3D printer, the J750. The new solution breaks restrictive technology barriers, enabling customers for the first time to mix-and-match full
Ford Dealers Give Nearly $100 Million to Causes in 2015 for Second Year in a Row
April 4, 2016
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the second year in a row, Ford and Lincoln dealers gave nearly $100 million to local causes and nonprofits in communities across the United States in 2015 – according to Ford Motor Company’s annual Survey on Dealer Giving. The survey was administered by Ford to coincide with the 16th annual Salute to
Renewable Energy Group Begins Ames Laboratory Expansion
April 1, 2016
AMES, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NOTE: A video news release for the event can be accessed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivjwBx754qo Renewable Energy Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGI) leaders celebrated the beginning Friday of an expansion and upgrade of the laboratory at the company’s Ames, Iowa headquarters to further enhance renewable chemical
DHL Delivered Formula E Cargo for 2016 Faraday Future Long Beach ePrix
April 1, 2016
LONG BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider and the Official Logistics Partner of Formula E, has delivered the cargo for 2016 Faraday Future Long Beach ePrix. The race on Saturday, April 2, is sixth race in the 2015/2016 season for the world’s only all-electric championship racing series and the only
Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Announces Dates for the Release of Third Quarter Fiscal 2016 Operating
April 1, 2016
DUBUQUE, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ:FLXS) announces that its operating results for the third quarter ended March 31, 2016 will be released on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, after the market closes. Flexsteel Industries, Inc. is headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa, and was incorporated in 1929. Flexsteel is a designer,
Terra Nitrogen Company, L.P. Announces All Units at Its Verdigris, Oklahoma Manufacturing Complex
April 1, 2016
DEERFIELD, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terra Nitrogen Company, L.P. (TNCLP) (NYSE: TNH) today reported that all ammonia and UAN units at its Verdigris, Oklahoma manufacturing facility are operating. The company had announced on February 17, 2016, that it experienced an unscheduled outage for maintenance on one of the facility’s two ammonia plants,
Manufacturing Leaders Partner to Discuss Impact of Industrial Internet of Things
April 1, 2016
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), in partnership with General Electric (GE) (NYSE: GE), PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) and ServiceMax, hosted an executive forum on the role the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has in today’s modern manufacturing facilities. The panel, the first of the NAM’s new Leading
Protective Packaging Corporation Helps International Helicopter Operator Preserve Aircraft During
April 1, 2016
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The downturn in the energy industry has idled millions of dollars of oil and gas equipment worldwide, including the nearly a fifth of the helicopters used to ferry workers and equipment to offshore rigs, according to The Wall Street Journal
Introduction of New Products to Significantly Drive the Soy Food Market in the US Until 2019, Says
April 1, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest research study released by Technavio, the soy food market in the US is expected to reach close to USD 16.75 billion in revenue by 2019. This research report titled ‘Soy Food Market in the US 2015-2019’, provides an in-depth analysis of market growth in terms of revenue and emerging market
Introduction of New Products to Significantly Drive the Soy Food Market in the US Until 2019, Says
April 1, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest research study released by Technavio, the soy food market in the US is expected to reach close to USD 16.75 billion in revenue by 2019. This research report titled ‘Soy Food Market in the US 2015-2019’, provides an in-depth analysis of market growth in terms of revenue and emerging market
Friedman Industries, Inc. Promotes Robert Sparkman to President and Chief Operating Officer
April 1, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Friedman Industries, Incorporated (NYSE - MKT Trading symbol: FRD): Friedman Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) has promoted Robert Sparkman to President and Chief Operating Officer, effective April 1, 2016. Mr. Sparkman has served as the Company’s Senior Vice President of Operations since April 1, 2015.
Use of New materials to Manufacture ICs Will Significantly Impact the Global Semiconductor
April 1, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest market research report by Technavio, the global semiconductor fabrication material market is expected to reach close to USD 29.99 billion by 2020. In this report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global semiconductor fabrication material market for 2016-2020. To
Bloomingdale’s Outlet Store to Open in Orange, CA
April 1, 2016
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced it will open a new Bloomingdale’s Outlet store in November 2016 in The Outlets at Orange, in Orange, CA – a prime location near Disneyland and other attractions for residents and visitors. The 24,000-square-foot location will be the 17th Bloomingdale’s Outlet
Clariant to Feature Halogen-Free Flame Retardants and Florida Institute of Technology Jet Dragster
April 1, 2016
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and Florida Institute of Technology, jointly with Larsen Motorsports, will exhibit at UTECH 2016 in Charlotte, N.C., April 6-7. The Florida Institute of Technology dragster, driven by Elaine Larsen of Larsen Motorsports, will be on display in booth #102, along with
Daifuku Warehouse Automation Technology Selected for Innovative Robotics Training Center in Michigan
April 1, 2016
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wynright Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daifuku North America Holding Company and a leading U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems, today announced that it and its sister company Jervis B. Webb have received a contract to provide automated warehouse technology for an
Infiniti Reports U.S. Sales for March 2016
April 1, 2016
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Infiniti:                                                 2016         2015         % Change     March 2016 Sales     13,775  
Toyota Motor Sales Reports March 2016 Sales
April 1, 2016
TORRANCE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported March 2016 sales of 219,842 units, a decrease of 2.7 percent from March 2015 on a volume basis. With two more selling days in March 2016 compared to March 2015, sales were down 9.9 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. Toyota division posted March 2016
Delos™ and Sino-Ocean Land Expand Partnership to Advance Health and Wellness in the Built
April 1, 2016
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Delos™, a U.S.-based wellness real estate and technology firm, and Chinese real estate company Sino-Ocean Land announced the next step in their strategic partnership to advance healthy building in China. Building upon Sino-Ocean Land’s long-term commitment to the WELL Building Standard™ (WELL),
Rising Demand from APAC Will Remain a Key Market Growth Driver for Aluminum Rods Until 2019, Says
April 1, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest research study released by Technavio, the global aluminum wire rods market is expected to reach close to 6.76 million metric tons in consumption by 2019. This research report titled ‘Global Aluminum Wire Rods Market 2015-2019’ provides an in-depth analysis of market growth in terms of