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HanesBrands Completes Acquisition of Champion Europe, Uniting Champion Brand Globally
June 30, 2016
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI), a leading marketer of everyday innerwear and activewear apparel under world-class brands in the Americas, Europe and Asia, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Champion Europe, which owned the trademark for the Champion brand in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Allegion Schedules Conference Call, Webcast to Announce 2016 Second-Quarter Results
June 30, 2016
DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Allegion, plc (NYSE: ALLE), a leading global security products and solutions provider, will release its 2016 second-quarter financial results on Thursday, July 28, 2016, before the market opens. Later that morning, David D. Petratis, chairman, president and CEO, and Patrick Shannon, senior vice president and chief financial
Rudolph Technologies Schedules 2016 Second Quarter Financial Results Conference Call for July 28,
June 30, 2016
WILMINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rudolph Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:RTEC) will release its 2016 second quarter financial results after the market closes on Thursday, July 28, 2016. In conjunction with this release, Rudolph will host a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the Internet. Michael P. Plisinski, Chief Executive Officer,
Fluor Announces 2016 Recipients of $100,000 Global Community Project Fund
June 30, 2016
IRVING, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today the 10 community improvement projects from around the world that will each receive $10,000 from Fluor’s $100,000 Global Community Project Fund. Thirty project nominations (15 U.S. and 15 non-U.S.) were named as finalists, with the top 10 winners being selected by a
IntriCon Reports Preliminary Second-Quarter Results
June 30, 2016
ARDEN HILLS, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IntriCon Corporation (NASDAQ: IIN), a designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of miniature and micro-miniature body-worn devices, today reported preliminary results for its second quarter ending, June 30, 2016. The company expects second-quarter net sales of approximately $16.8 million, versus $17.1
CyberOptics Commercializes MRS-Enabled CyberGage360™ 3D Scanning System
June 30, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CyberOptics® Corporation (NASDAQ: CYBE), a leading global developer and manufacturer of high precision 3D sensing technology solutions and its subsidiary Laser Design, announced today that the proprietary CyberGage360 high-precision automated 3D scanning inspection system is now available. The positive feedback
Luxfer Declares Quarterly Dividend
June 30, 2016
SALFORD, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Luxfer Holdings PLC (Luxfer Group) (NYSE:LXFR), a global materials technology company (the “Company”), today announced that its Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of 12.5 cents (before deduction of depositary fees) per American Depositary Share (12.5 cents per ordinary share of £0.50
Conner Announces the Expansion of its Operations to Nebraska
June 30, 2016
FORT WORTH, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Conner Industries, Inc. (“Conner”), a leading national lumber processor and integrated provider of packaging solutions, announced today it has completed the acquisition of Golden Triangle, Inc.’s packaging division and this has expanded its operations to Hastings, Nebraska. Conner strives to
The Eastern Company Announces Adoption of Incentive Compensation Clawback Policy
June 30, 2016
NAUGATUCK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Eastern Company (NASDAQ:EML) (the “Company”) announced today that its Board of Directors has adopted an incentive compensation clawback policy as part of the Board’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the Company’s corporate governance and risk management. The policy is designed to ensure
Advances in Gas Analyzer Technology Predicted to Drive the Global Gas Analyzer Market Until 2020,
June 30, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the latest research study released by Technavio, the global gas analyzer market is expected to reach USD 465.1 million in revenue by 2020. This research report titled 'Global Gas Analyzer Market 2016-2020,' provides an in-depth analysis of market growth in terms of revenue and emerging market trends. This
U.S. Producers of Carbon Steel Flanges, Weldbend Corporation and Boltex Mfg. Co., File Trade
June 30, 2016
ARGO, Ill. & HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Two leading producers of carbon steel flanges, Weldbend Corporation (“Weldbend”) and Boltex Mfg. Co. (“Boltex”), today filed petitions with the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) and International Trade Commision (ITC) charging that unfairly priced and subsidized imports of carbon
SKF Completes Previously Announced Divestments
June 30, 2016
GOTHENBURG, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SKF has completed the previously announced divestments of its fly-by-wire business to LORD Corporation and its Kaydon velocity control business to Stabilus. The total consideration of the fly-by-wire divestment is EUR 39 million. The total consideration of the Kaydon velocity control divestment is USD 339
Demand from Parquet Flooring Segment Will Substantially Drive the Floor Coating Market in Europe
June 30, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Technavio’s latest floor coating market in Europe report highlights three key emerging trends predicted to impact market growth through 2020. Technavio defines an emerging trend as something that has potential for significant impact on the market and contributes to its growth or decline. Parquet coatings have become
CORRECTING and REPLACING Kathryn Purwin Takes over as CEO of Helinet Aviation Services
June 30, 2016
SAVANNAH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Third paragraph, first sentence of release dated June 29, 2016, should read: “Alan was committed to helping law enforcement agencies across the country develop customized, turnkey solutions, that have been widely adopted among agencies nationally and internationally,” Purwin said (instead of “Alan
Orbital ATK Celebrates Dawn Spacecraft’s Epic Nine-Year, Deep Space Exploration Mission
June 30, 2016
DULLES, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Orbital ATK, Inc. (NYSE: OA), a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, today celebrates the achievements of NASA’s Dawn deep space exploration spacecraft as it successfully completes its primary mission. Designed and built by Orbital ATK, Dawn is in the ninth year of its historic journey, which is
Toyota Leads Auto Industry in Innovation, Again!
June 30, 2016
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Whether it’s creating artificial skin for pedestrian safety mannequins, helping autonomous vehicles detect and safely react to emergency vehicles or fabrics that clean themselves, Toyota leads the way in anticipating and engineering the cars of tomorrow for today. This is the second consecutive year the
Bentley and Shell Announce Global Framework Agreement
June 30, 2016
EXTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bentley Systems, Incorporated, a leading global provider of comprehensive software solutions for advancing infrastructure, today announced a new Global Framework Agreement with Shell. The agreement serves to improve Shell’s capital project construction execution through automated 4D/5D construction management
Synthace Awarded Technology Pioneer by World Economic Forum
June 30, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Synthace, the pioneering UK based company that provides next generation software and processes to exponentially improve productivity in bioscience, today announces it has been named as a World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer, a selection of the world’s most innovative companies. Using Antha, Synthace’s
North Central Utility of Minnesota Breaks Ground on New North Mankato Facility
June 30, 2016
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, the industry’s largest manufacturer of refrigerated trailers and a leading manufacturer of dry freight vans, flatbeds, and Tautliner® curtainsided trailers is pleased to announce that North Central Utility has broken ground on a new dealership facility to be
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company to Release Second Quarter 2016 Financial Results August 4
June 30, 2016
FINDLAY, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cooper Tire & Rubber Company (NYSE: CTB) will announce second quarter 2016 financial results before the U.S. stock markets open on Thursday, August 4, 2016. Management will discuss the financial results on a conference call beginning at 10 a.m. EDT that day. Individuals may access a live webcast of the conference
Yabao Pharmaceuticals and LFB Biomedicaments Enter Into Strategic Partnership to Deliver VIALEBEX®
June 30, 2016
BEIJING & LES ULIS, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Yabao Pharmaceutical Co, Inc. (Shanghai Stock Exchange: 600351), a leading pharmaceutical company in China, and LFB Biomedicaments, a fully-owned subsidiary of LFB SA, a French state-owned company, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver LFB’s leading human albumin product
Swiftpoint Launches the Most Advanced Gaming Mouse Ever Made
June 30, 2016
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Swiftpoint announced today the launch of its new generation computer mouse ‘The Z’, on crowdfunding website kickstarter.com. Their previous device, the Swiftpoint GT mobile mouse, earned the Best Computer Peripheral Innovation award, at the largest technology show in the US (The CES). Now,
Fragrance West Further Strengthens Operations, R&D and Sales
June 30, 2016
VAN NUYS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fragrance West, the only fully-operational fragrance laboratory and manufacturer on the West Coast, today announced four senior staff moves to support the company’s continual ascension within the fragrance industry. Gary O’Dell was hired as director of operations and facility management, and Sheri
Schnitzer Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2016 Financial Results
June 30, 2016
PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: SCHN) today reported earnings per share from continuing operations of $0.41 for the fiscal 2016 third quarter ended May 31, 2016. This compares to reported losses per share from continuing operations of $0.31 in the third quarter of fiscal 2015 and $1.48 in the second
Kulicke & Soffa Joins Chip-on-Wafer Consortium II
June 30, 2016
SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: KLIC) (“Kulicke & Soffa”, “K&S” or the “Company”), a global leader in the design and manufacture of semiconductor and LED assembly equipment, has joined A*STAR’s Institute of Microelectronics (IME)’s Chip-on-Wafer
Norsk Titanium Announces Close of $25 Million Funding Round to Expand Aerospace Titanium Additive
June 30, 2016
OSLO, Norway--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Norsk Titanium AS, the world’s pioneering supplier of aerospace-grade, additive manufactured, structural titanium components today announced the successful close of its Q2 2016 funding round. Minneapolis-based investment bank Piper Jaffray led the round for Norsk Titanium to secure investment from institutional
Tennant Brings High-Tech Updates to Industry's High-Performing Ride-On Scrubber and Sweeper-Scrubber
June 30, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC) announced today that it is launching the next generation of three of its high-performance ride-on machines after several significant updates, making them easier to use and maintain. These machines, targeted mainly for warehousing, manufacturing, logistics facilities and other industrial
Björk Opens Virtual Reality Performance Series With Stratasys 3D Printed Mask, Designed by Neri
June 30, 2016
MINNEAPOLIS & REHOVOT, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today unveiled a 3D printed mask in collaboration with widely-acclaimed designer Neri Oxman and The Mediated Matter Group. Designed and customized for Icelandic singer-songwriter, Björk, as part of a
CAG: Continued Margin Progress Drives Q4 EPS as Planned; Fiscal 2016 Portfolio, Margin, Balance
June 30, 2016
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today ConAgra Foods, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) reported results for the fiscal 2016 fourth quarter ended May 29, 2016. Highlights (% cited indicates change vs. year-ago amounts, where applicable. SG&A refers to selling, general, and administrative expense, and COGS refers to cost of goods sold) As reported, diluted EPS from
Ener-Core and the Dresser-Rand Business Enter into Commercial and Manufacturing License Agreement
June 30, 2016
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ener-Core, Inc. (OTCQB:ENCR), the world’s only provider of Power Oxidation technology and equipment that generates clean power from waste and low-quality gases from a wide variety of industries, signed a Commercial and Manufacturing License Agreement (CMLA) with the Dresser-Rand business, part of Siemens Power
Belden 10GXS CAT 6A Cable Wins Another Innovator Award
June 30, 2016
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Belden Inc., a global leader in signal transmission solutions for mission-critical applications, is proud to announce that its 10GXS Cable has received the Systems Contractor News’ (SCN) Most Innovative AV Installation Accessory award. This is the second innovator award that 10GXS has achieved due to its simplicity
June 2016 Monthly News Digest on Market Research from MarketPublishers.com
June 30, 2016
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TD The Market Publishers Ltd. brings you the latest breaking news on selected global markets as well as market research expertise. Become aware of the recent marketing research and industry news, find out about the emerging market challenges and opportunities, get unique information about the market current performance and
Lantheus Holdings Announces First Commercial Shipment of Xenon 133 Supplied by Institute for
June 30, 2016
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lantheus Holdings, Inc. (“Lantheus”) (NASDAQ: LNTH), the parent company of Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc. (“LMI”), a global leader in the development, manufacture and commercialization of innovative diagnostic imaging agents and products, today announced the first commercial shipment
Alcoa Awarded Multi-year, $470 Million Contract with Embraer
June 30, 2016
NEW YORK & SAO PAULO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lightweight metals leader Alcoa (NYSE:AA) today announced a long-term contract with Embraer – the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 130 seats – valued at approximately $470 million. Under the multiyear agreement, Alcoa will supply aluminum sheet and plate for Embraer’s new
Valmie (VMRI) Reports Significant Progress This Year and Reveals Initiatives for the Months Ahead
June 30, 2016
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Valmie Resources Inc. (OTCBB:VMRI) today reported significant progress during the first six months of 2016 and revealed exciting planned initiatives for the months ahead. Valmie is an emerging high tech solutions company focusing on the rapid commercialization of leading edge unmanned aerial system (UAS) technologies and
Quercus Announces Successful Financing of Three UK Solar PV Assets with Santander UK
June 30, 2016
LONDON & LUXEMBOURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Quercus Assets Selection announces the successful portfolio debt financing of three solar photovoltaic plants: Sidlesham, Burton and Stanton. Santander UK provided £13.6m of portfolio level debt over a 10-year tenor. The transaction places all three plants under the ownership of Quercus Renewable
XTALIC Gains Traction with LUNA® USB: The Immersion Corrosion Solution for Waterproof Smartphone
June 30, 2016
MARLBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--XTALIC introduced LUNA® USB earlier this year as a newly engineered connector plating technology that uses Xtalic nanostructured metal alloys to provide USB-C connectors with superior immersion corrosion protection. Today the Xtalic team is accelerating many key smartphone OEM qualification programs as well
Lindsay Corporation Reports Fiscal 2016 Third Quarter Results
June 30, 2016
OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lindsay Corporation (NYSE: LNN), a leading provider of irrigation systems and infrastructure products, today announced results for its third quarter ended May 31, 2016. Third Quarter Results Third quarter fiscal 2016 revenues were $141.3 million compared to revenues of $160.7 million in the prior year’s third
Ingersoll Rand Schedules Conference Call and Webcast to Announce Second-Quarter 2016 Financial
June 30, 2016
SWORDS, Ireland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ingersoll-Rand plc (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, will release its 2016 second-quarter financial results on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, at 6:30 a.m. ET. On the same day, Michael W. Lamach, chairman and chief executive officer, and Susan K. Carter, senior
Measuring and Monitoring Off-Road and Trailer Activity is Now Practical with the Geotab GO RUGGED
June 30, 2016
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Geotab today announced the availability of GO RUGGED, one of the most advanced, ruggedized telematics devices meant for harsh outdoor environments and developed for fleets with industrial heavy-duty and service vehicles. Ideal for use in construction and engineering, agriculture, utilities, oil and gas, and mining, the GO
Publication of Prospectus in Connection with Issue of Corporate Bond in Opus Group
June 30, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Opus Group (STO:OPUS) has prepared a prospectus in connection with the corporate bond of SEK 500 million that the company issued in May 2016. The prospectus in English has been approved and registered by the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority, and is now available on Opus Group’s website,
Husqvarna AB: Invitation – second quarter results presentation
June 30, 2016
STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Husqvarna Group’s interim report for the second quarter 2016 will be published around 08:00 CET on July 15. The report and conference call slides will be available at www.husqvarnagroup.com/ir. Results presentation, conference call and audio cast at 10:00 CET Financial analysts and media are invited to a
Toshiba Launches Illumination LED Driver IC with Single-Wire Input
June 30, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Toshiba Corporation's (TOKYO: 6502) Storage & Electronic Devices Solutions Company today announced the launch of “TB62D786FTG”, a new LED driver IC with single-wire input and 9-channel output, for amusement equipment and LED illumination applications. Full-scale production is scheduled to start this autumn.
Sandvik Renews Credit Facility
June 30, 2016
SANDVIKEN, Sweden--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Sandvik AB (STO:SAND) and Sandvik Treasury AB have signed a five-year SEK 9 billion Syndicated Revolving Credit Facility, with the option to extend up to seven years. The credit facility comprises Sandvik's primary liquidity reserve, which is considered adequate to meet all normal, short-term
The North American PEV Market Is Expected to Experience 62 Percent Year-over-Year Growth in 2016,
June 30, 2016
BOULDER, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new report from Navigant Research assesses plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) sales and populations in the United States and Canada, providing detailed geographic breakdowns of PEV sales and scenario-based forecasts. During the next few years, significant growth is expected in the North American PEV market. In 2016,
OpenGate Capital Completes Acquisition of Alfatherm S.p.A.
June 30, 2016
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OpenGate Capital, a global private equity firm, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Alfatherm S.p.A. (“Alfatherm”) just nine days after signing a definitive agreement with Emerald and PM & Partners, the shareholders and current debt holders for the acquisition. Terms of the
Premium Appliance Manufacturer Hurom Selects Dassault Systèmes’ “Accelerated Device” Industry
June 30, 2016
VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA) (Paris:DSY), the 3DEXPERIENCE Company, world leader in 3D design software, 3D Digital Mock Up and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that Hurom, a manufacturer of premium kitchen appliances headquartered in South Korea,
VF Corporation Enters Into Definitive Agreement to Sell Its Contemporary Brands Businesses to Delta
June 30, 2016
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Contemporary Brands businesses to Delta Galil Industries, Ltd (DELT/Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, DELTY.PK/OTCQX). Brands included in the transaction are 7 for All Mankind®, Splendid® and Ella Moss®. Commenting
Mitsui Chemicals: Expansion of Premium High Performance Nonwoven Facilities
June 30, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (TOKYO: 4183) (President & CEO: Tsutomu Tannowa) will augment production facilities of Sunrex Industry Co., Ltd. (President: Toshiharu Ikeda), a wholly-owned subsidiary in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, to respond to demands of the growing premium disposable diaper market. The facility will use
Mitsubishi Electric Issues Environmental Report 2016
June 30, 2016
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO:6503) announced today its immediate issuance of the Mitsubishi Electric Group’s environmental report for the fiscal year that ended in March 2016, which documents that the Group mostly achieved its targets for total carbon dioxide emissions generated by product use and