Friday, October 01, 2010

Business Press Release – Monthly Newsletter October 2010

Friday, October 1, 2010


Middle East Air Traffic Sees De-congestion

DUBAI, UAE, September 1, 2010 – According to the International Air Transport Association
(IATA), Middle Eastern airlines saw an increase in demand of passengers by
16.8 percent in July year-on-year, and by 19.4 percent over the first seven
months of the year. The Middle East has seen phenomenal growth of air traffic
due to increasing levels of traffic [...]

Stringent Government Regulations and Emission Norms Drive the Global LPG/CNG Vehicles Market, Finds Frost & Sullivan

LONDON, August 31, 2010 – Stringent carbon dioxide (CO2) emission norms, government regulations,
and ecological standards will be the key drivers for the growth of liquefied
petroleum gas/compressed natural gas (LPG/CNG) vehicles in developed
countries, particularly in the European Union (EU). On the one hand, CNG
vehicles are expected to experience significant growth in the coming years in
Europe. [...]

Photovoltaic Markets Surge to Forefront Amidst Efforts to Locate Viable Renewable Energy Sources, Notes Frost & Sullivan

LONDON, September 2, 2010 – Rising concerns about the need to reduce CO2 emissions and increase the
use of renewable energy sources worldwide will stimulate the global
photovoltaic market. Feed-in tariffs and politically backed targets boosting
renewable energy use will provide further impetus to the photovoltaic market.
This, in turn, will have a positive ripple effect on the [...]

Connect by Hertz Becomes Only Car Sharing Club to Sign Fleet Partnership With Fiat

Connect by Hertz Introduces Alfa Romeo MiTo Sports Car to Car Sharing Club Fleet Along With More Fiat 500s to Meet Growing Demand

UXBRIDGE, England, September 2, 2010 – Connect by Hertz, The Hertz Corporation's (NYSE: HTZ) global
car sharing club, today announced its exclusive partnership with Fiat to
introduce the iconic Alfa Romeo MiTo and add [...]

First Global Congress for Maritime Environmental Protection “gmec” in Hamburg: Europe’s Green Capital 2011 Combines Economy and Ecology

HAMBURG, Germany, September 2, 2010 – The North German city of Hamburg has been awarded the title "European
Green Capital 2011" by the European Commission. Currently this port city is
giving an insight of how to combine sustainability with successful trading:
at the global maritime environmental congress (gmec), taking place on the 7th
and 8th of September 2010.

[...]

Hotels.com Guest Reviews Reveal Increase in Airport Hotel Popularity

Hotels.com Has Revealed an Increase in Approval Ratings for Airport Hotels
DALLAS, September 2, 2010 – According to guest reviews collated by the accommodation
provider, staying at an airport has gone from bleak to chic with the
introduction of luxe amenities and convenient time and money saving services
that rival more expensive city-centered hotels. It's a fact that [...]

AEGON Appoints Global Head of Sustainability

THE HAGUE, The Netherlands, September 7, 2010 – AEGON has appointed Executive Vice President Marc van Weede as global
Head of Sustainability, reporting to CEO Alex Wynaendts. The appointment,
effective October 1, underlines the growing importance of sustainability both
to AEGON and its stakeholders.

Mr. Van Weede, a Dutch national, brings considerable international
business and [...]

TECT Aerospace Promotes Peter Knapper to President

WICHITA, Kansas, September 8, 2010 – TECT announced the promotion effective today of Peter Knapper to
president of TECT Aerospace, Inc. Since joining the TECT family of businesses
in 2007, Knapper has served as vice president of operations for both TECT
Power and TECT Aerospace. He succeeds Timothy Hassenger who served as
president from December 2006 until today.

[...]

Christopher M. Crane Elected a Director of Aleris International, Inc. and Aleris Holding Company

BEACHWOOD, Ohio, September 8, 2010 – Aleris International, Inc. announced today that Christopher M. Crane, 51,
has been elected to its Board of Directors and to the Board of Directors of
Aleris Holding Company, Aleris's parent. Aleris Holding Company is majority
owned by certain investment funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P.
or their subsidiaries.

[...]

The Valence Group Successfully Completes Its Exclusive Financial Advisory Role to Cognis With the Conclusion of the Sale of Its UV Acrylates Business to IGM

LONDON, September 8, 2010 – The Valence Group, the fast growing specialist chemicals M&A advisory
boutique, today successfully completed its advisory role representing Cognis
in the sale of its UV acrylates business to IGM Resins NV. The UV acrylates
business was part of Cognis' Functional Products strategic business unit. The
UV acrylates business manufactures and sells monomers and [...]

Manthan Systems Expands its Presence into ANZ

Opens its Regional Office in Melbourne
MELBOURNE, Australia, September 9, 2010 – Manthan Systems, a leading provider of Business Intelligence (BI) and
Analytics solutions for the retail and consumer goods industries, announced
the opening of their first office in Melbourne. The new office will cater to
the growing demand for Manthan's ARC Retail Business Intelligence products in
the Australia [...]

2010 Magic of Advent in Vienna

The Magic of Advent in Vienna Will be Celebrating its 25th Anniversary This Year

VIENNA, September 9, 2010 – The Magic of Advent in Vienna is a favorite place to meet, with many
visitors returning several times each season.
A new lighting concept featuring a number of additions will ensure that
the Magic of [...]

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ReportsandReports Announces it Will Carry 2010 Deep Research Report on China Wind Turbine Gearbox Industry Market Research Report in its Store

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Ukraine’s GOGOLFEST Becomes the World’s Unique Festival by Bringing Together Visual Art, Theater, Cinema And Music

KIEV, Ukraine, September 9, 2010 – During the first days of autumn, Kiev, the capital of Ukraine,
will be home to the annual International Festival of Contemporary Art
GOGOLFEST 2010 for the fourth year running. Bringing together the cream of
the artistic and creative talents from all over Europe, the festival will
feature large-scale theatrical, musical, visual, literary [...]

Room for Improvement in Corporate Risk Oversight Worldwide, According to AICPA-CIMA Research Report

NEW YORK and LONDON, September 9, 2010 – The worldwide economic crisis has put a spotlight on corporate risk, but
a large percentage of companies around the globe do not have strong risk
oversight protocols, according to a joint research report by the American
Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Chartered Institute of
Management Accountants.

[...]

Stella McCartney to Launch Stella McCartney Kids First Collection Available on November 3rd

LONDON, September 14, 2010 – Stella McCartney introduces a new product line with the launch of her
first Stella McCartney Kids wear collection. Stella McCartney Kids will
launch early November in time for the holiday season with a capsule
collection that adheres to the designer's signature modern aesthetic and
ethical values.

The distribution of the [...]

Despite Recent Advances, Gender Equality Still Has a Long Way to go in South Africa

DUBAI, UAE, September 15, 2010 – The MasterCard Worldwide Index of Women's Advancement, which was released
recently, shows that South Africa's index score – based on management
positions, earnings, labour force participation and university enrolment -
rose to 93.5 this year, up 5.5 points from last year.

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Alstom and Virgin Trains Launch Co-branded “Alstom Pendolino”, a Train With a Mission

LONDON, September 16, 2010 – Alstom and Virgin Trains have unveiled a new look for one of the
fifty-two high-speed tilting Pendolino trains serving the West Coast Main
Line.

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The train, renamed "Alstom Pendolino" by Virgin Trains CEO [...]

Radisson Blu Hotel at East Midlands Airport Achieves the Highest Ever BREEAM Score for a Hotel

Most Energy Efficient Hotel in the UK
LONDON, September 16, 2010 – The GBP22 million Radisson Blu Hotel being built by MAG
Developments, the largest British owned air operator, in partnership with the
specialist hotel investment firm Azure Property Group, scheduled to open in
summer 2011, has been awarded one of the highest ever BREEAM marks, the
leading and [...]

Bodog Hires Global Head of Business Intelligence

LONDON, September 16, 2010 – At a time when other companies in the sector are openly
downsizing the Bodog brand announces that Kris Marshall, previously Head
Analyst at Full Tilt Poker, has joined as they expand all areas of the
business. Previous to Full Tilt Kris held a similar role at Party Gaming.

Kris, [...]

CGAP, World Bank Group Survey Shows Financial Access Growing Despite Effects of Crisis

WASHINGTON, September 16, 2010 – Even as economies globally were contracting as a result of the financial
crisis in 2009, access to formal finance in developing countries grew. An
estimated 2.7 billion people around the world have no access to formal
financial services. But the picture of financial inclusion is shifting, finds
a new report by CGAP and [...]

Allied World Europe Hires Andy Brooks to Lead International Property Division

PEMBROKE, Bermuda, September 16, 2010 – Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd (NYSE: AWH) announced today
that Andy Brooks has joined the Allied World Europe team as Manager for the
International Property division. As International Property Manager, Mr.
Brooks will oversee Allied World's non-North American property business on
behalf of Allied World Europe and Lloyd's Syndicate 2232.

[...]

Journey to Virginland: a Groundbreaking American Novel Blazes a New Trail, With Intimations of Beckett’s Waiting for Godot

LOS ANGELES, September 17, 2010 – Dog vs. God. The central themes of Samuel Beckett's iconic Waiting for
Godot find powerful resonance in Journey to Virginland, a newly published
novel of ideas by American author Armen Melikian. Dog, Melikian's antihero
and a modern-day Diogenes, is a singular character in the history of
literature, even though it evinces a [...]

Immigration Caps Risk Stifling UK Economic Recovery

THE HAGUE, The Netherlands, September 17, 2010 – The introduction of caps on employment of highly skilled
foreign workers and intra-company transfers would stifle the UK's economic
recovery and damage its competitive position longer term. That's the message
Permits Foundation has given to the Migration Advisory Committee and the UK
Border Agency in consultations drawing to a close [...]

Baker Tilly International Chooses World-Check to Strengthen its International AML Compliance Procedures

LONDON, September 17, 2010 – Baker Tilly International, the world’s 8th largest accountancy and
business advisory network, today announced it will make World-Check’s "Know
Your Customer" Online Service (KYC) available to its 147 members after a
competitive review of its existing AML compliance provisions.

According to Baker Tilly International Chief Operating Officer and
Technical Director, [...]

The Cumberland Hotel Opens Hendrix Suite to Commemorate Guitar Hero

LONDON, September 17, 2010 – Guoman's The Cumberland hotel, which was the last known address of Jimi
Hendrix, has announced that on September 18th, the 40th anniversary of the
death of the guitar legend, it will be marking the occasion with a new
Hendrix-inspired suite and mini-photography exhibition.

Hendrix was a regular guest at [...]

The Second International “One World Award” Ceremony Tribute to the Laureates from Kenya and Switzerland

LEGAU, Germany, September 20, 2010 – The "One World Award" (OWA) honors people with innovative
projects who work courageously for a future worth living. This year, the jury
awards the OWA to Dr. Hans Rudolf Herren, founder of the Swiss Foundation
Biovision, and Rachel Agola from Kenia. The additional "One World 'Very
Impacting People' (VIP) Award" is presented [...]

China has Taken the Runners-up Spot at the 20th International Fireworks Competition in Hannover, Germany

HANNOVER, Germany, September 19, 2010 – In yesterday's final of the 20th International Fireworks Competition, the
Chinese team, 'Vulcan Pyrotechnics', put on an outstanding show to secure
second place behind the Swedish team, ahead of its rivals from Germany,
Australia and Italy.

Hans Christian Nolte, director of Hannover Marketing und Tourismus GmbH
which organized the [...]

It’s Ladies Night as Katy Perry and Lady Gaga Lead the Race With Five Nominations Each at the 2010 MTV EMAs

Katy Perry and Linkin Park Confirmed to Perform Live in Madrid
LONDON, September 20, 2010 – MTV Networks International (MTVNI), owned by Viacom Inc (NYSE:
VIA, VIA.B) today reveals this year's nominations for the 2010 EMAs, MTV's
annual celebration of contemporary music and youth culture. Set to take place
at Caja Magica in Madrid, the 17th annual EMAs [...]

Air China Launches its First Direct Route from Chengdu to Japan

BEIJING, September 21, 2010 – Air China will launch a direct route from Chengdu to Tokyo on September
22, 2010. Air China is the first airline to launch a direct route to Japan
from Southwest China.

(Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080625/CNW017LOGO)
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On September 22, Air China will launch [...]

Dana’s All-New Water-Cooled Charge Air Cooler Debuts on 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty Trucks

Unique cooler design provides improvements in packaging, performance, fuel economy

HANNOVER, Germany, September 21, 2010 – Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) recently debuted its all-new
water-cooled charge air cooler on the 2011 Ford F-250 Super Duty pickup
truck. The truck, which features Ford Motor Company's all-new 6.7 liter Power
Stroke(R) V-8 turbocharged diesel engine, provides improved torque, power,
and [...]

Dana Holding Corporation Develops AdvanTEK(R) Axle for High-Torque Commercial-Vehicle Applications

HANNOVER, Germany, September 21, 2010 – Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) announced today that it will be
introducing its Spicer(R) AdvanTEK(R) Model 250 in a banjo-style beam-axle
design for the light-commercial-vehicle market at the IAA Commercial Vehicle
Expo in Hannover, Germany, which runs through Sept. 30. Dana will be located
in Hall 17, Booth B27.

[...]

Dana Holding Corporation Introduces New Linear Stopper(TM) Sealing Technology

HANNOVER, Germany, September 21, 2010 – Following the success of Dana Holding Corporation's (NYSE: DAN)
proprietary Wave-Stopper(R) gasket design, the company has introduced an
innovative sealing component for light- and commercial-vehicle applications,
the Victor Reinz(R) Linear Stopper(TM) sealing technology.

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Developed for use [...]

Central Tire Inflation System from Dana Holding Corporation Enhances Mobility for Vocational, Defense Vehicles

HANNOVER, Germany, September 21, 2010 – Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) announced today that it has
introduced an all-new mechatronics upgrade to its industry-leading Spicer(R)
CTIS(TM) (Central Tire Inflation System) technology, enhancing mobility for
vocational and government defense vehicles.

(Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/19990903/DANA )
(Logo: www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA )

Dana's patented CTIS [...]

Dana Holding Corporation Introduces Lightest Weight Driveshaft Available for Commercial Truck Market

Proprietary manufacturing process reduces weight, lowers part count, improves performance

HANNOVER, Germany, September 21, 2010 – Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) announced today that it has
developed a revolutionary technology for manufacturing lightweight, one-piece
aluminum driveshafts for the commercial truck market.

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The [...]

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Valeo Unveils its Electric Show Car at the Paris Motor Show

PARIS, September 22, 2010 – At the Paris Motor Show, Valeo will be presenting its innovations on an
electric show car.

Specially created for the event, the electric show car
features all technological innovations specifically developed by Valeo and
its partners for electric vehicles. From driveline components to thermal
management systems or detection systems, each [...]

Fraport CEO Dr. Schulte Congratulates Turkish Airlines on Half a Century of Scheduled Services to Frankfurt

FRANKFURT, September 22, 2010 – Turkish Airlines (TK) has provided service at Frankfurt
Airport (FRA) for 50 years and is thus one of FRA's longest-serving carriers.
Today, September 22, the airline celebrated its anniversary on the main apron
with an aircraft specially "branded" for this occasion. Turkish Airlines
executive board members Hamdi Topcu and Dr. Temel Kotil, more [...]

Johnson Controls’ Commercial Vehicles Batteries at IAA

High-Performance VARTA Batteries for Commercial Vehicles
HANOVER, Germany, September 22, 2010 – Global automotive battery leader Johnson Controls is providing the power
for commercial vehicles throughout Europe. A large number of the innovations
that will be on display at the IAA Nutzfahrzeuge [Commercial Vehicles Trade
Fair] in Hanover (23 to 30 September 2010) have Johnson Controls technology
on board, [...]

Endeavour Promotes Cathy L. Stubbs to Senior Vice President of Finance

HOUSTON, September 28, 2010 – Endeavour International Corporation (Amex: END) (LSE: ENDV) today
announced that Cathy L. Stubbs has been promoted to senior vice president of
finance.

"Cathy has been instrumental in Endeavour's successful completion of many
financings over the years. Her skill and understanding of the capital markets
has gained her the respect of [...]

SEI Selected by Sands Capital Management to Provide Operational Outsourcing

Extensive Expertise & Resources in Multiple Fund Structures Crucial as Firm Expands Its Investment Focus Globally

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, September 28, 2010 – SEI (Nasdaq: SEIC) announced today that it has been selected by Sands
Capital Management to provide full-service operational outsourcing for the
firm's recently created U.S. mutual fund and Dublin-based UCITS (Undertakings
for Collective Investment [...]

ICIS Chemical Business Names LG Chem the ICIS Company of the Year

NEW YORK and LONDON, September 27, 2010 – ICIS Chemical Business magazine is pleased to announce that South
Korea-based LG Chem has been named the ICIS Company of the Year.

"Congratulations to LG Chem for an outstanding financial performance in
2009 – a difficult year in which most companies struggled with the impact [...]

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