PR Hub – Newsletter for December 15, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Tourico Holidays Updates Booking Systems for Travel Service Providers
New interfaces simplify and improve the booking of hotels, flights, cruises and more, allowing partners to make better travel decisions for their own clients
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Florida, December 15, 2010 – Continuing to increase the usability of its website for agents, tour
operators and suppliers, Tourico Holidays has unveiled its booking system
with enhanced hotel and flight …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Tourico Holidays Updates Booking Systems for Travel Service Providers.
Creabilis Announces Positive Phase IIa Results for TrkA Kinase Inhibitor CT327 in Atopic Dermatitis
LUXEMBOURG, December 15, 2010 – Creabilis SA, a clinical stage European biotechnology company
addressing unmet medical needs in dermatology, today announced positive
results in the Phase IIa study of its lead product CT327 in atopic
dermatitis.
CT327 is a novel topically applied TrkA kinase inhibitor
developed using the Creabilis' LSE (Low Systemic Exposure) technology. LSE
technology … Read : Creabilis Announces Positive Phase IIa Results for TrkA Kinase Inhibitor CT327 in Atopic Dermatitis.
Elster Kent Metering Ltd Sells 25.1 Percent Stake to Lily of the Valley Endeavour Trust
Sale to black economic empowerment (BEE) compliant fund expands Elster's opportunity to participate in South African Tenders -
JOHANNESBURG, December 15, 2010 – Elster (NYSE: ELT) announced today that the company has sold a 25.1
percent stake in Elster Kent Metering Ltd to a black economic empowerment
(BEE) compliant investment company held by Lily of the Valley … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Elster Kent Metering Ltd Sells 25.1 Percent Stake to Lily of the Valley Endeavour Trust.
GSMA Elects New Board Members and Franco Bernabe as Chairman
LONDON, December 15, 2010 – The GSMA today announced that it has elected Franco Bernabe, Chief
Executive Officer of Telecom Italia, as its new Chairman for a two-year term,
from January 2011 through December 2012. As Chairman, he will help oversee
the strategic direction of the GSMA, which represents nearly 800 of the
world's mobile operators, as well …. Original source : GSMA Elects New Board Members and Franco Bernabe as Chairman.
Celebrity Wildlife Heroes Brian May & Bill Oddie Support BUAV’s Call for an end to the UK’s Role in Cruel Monkey Trade
LONDON, December 15, 2010 – Rock guitarist Brian May and TV wildlife expert Bill Oddie have joined
the BUAV in its call on the UK Government to stop supporting the cruel trade
in wild-caught monkeys. Brian May and Bill Oddie joined a host of MPs,
primatologists and other scientists who attended an event at the House of
Commons [..] Read the original article: here.
BIOEFFECT(TM) EGF Serum Takes the Icelandic Cosmetics Market by Storm
REYKJAVIK, Iceland, December 15, 2010 – Scientists in Iceland have developed a revolutionary skincare product
after more than a decade of extensive research in plant biotechnology. The
skin-rejuvenating phenomenon is called BIOEFFECT(TM) EGF Serum. Made by Sif
Cosmetics, it is the world's first skincare product to contain cellular
activators made in plants. Six months after its launch in …. Original article : BIOEFFECT(TM) EGF Serum Takes the Icelandic Cosmetics Market by Storm.
Thumbs up for Religious Education, say Young People
LONDON, December 15, 2010 – New research among young people, including school leavers and those in
full time education, indicates that Religious Education (RE) is a valued
subject that leaves a lasting impression on those who study it. This timely
research comes as the government sets out its Schools White Paper, calling
for a return to traditional humanities-based … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Thumbs up for Religious Education, say Young People.
2011 iF Product Design Award for Ziehm Solo Portable
NUREMBERG, Germany, December 15, 2010 – Ziehm Imaging's mobile C-arms have not just been a hit with Germany's
Federal Armed Forces this year. The market leader in mobile C-arms also
turned heads at this year's iF product design awards, with its Ziehm Solo
Portable C-arm receiving an award in the medicine / health + care category.
The jury … Read more »»».
Evolution of the ICT Markets
Detecon Looks Ahead to 2032
BONN and ESCHBORN, Germany, December 15, 2010 – Information and telecommunications technology (ICT) will be found in
almost all products by the year 2032. At the same time, the related added
value areas will change: end customer services from ICT providers will melt
into those from other industries. This is the prediction made …. Source : Evolution of the ICT Markets.
Children Spend Millions in Unauthorised Spree
Kids Rack up Millions Using Parents' Accounts
YORK, England, December 15, 2010 – Children are spending GBP64 million (1) online a year without their
parents' knowledge, putting the adults at risk of card fraud.
A new study commissioned by life assistance company CPP (
www.cpp.co.uk/) reveals that one in seven online purchases made by
British …. Source article : Children Spend Millions in Unauthorised Spree.
Reality Check for Optimax TV Campaign
New Laser Eye Surgery Commercial Shows Real-Time Patient Experience
LONDON, December 15, 2010 – Optimax, the Laser Eye Surgery (www.optimax.co.uk/) specialist,
has created a first for the industry and based their new TV campaign around a
typical patient's actual experience.
The new TV ad is built around the video diary of Tori Thompson, who … Read more : Reality Check for Optimax TV Campaign.
SoloPower Broadens its Product Line by Offering the World’s Most Powerful Certified Flexible CIGS Module
SoloPower strengthens its global product offering with recent certification of SFX3 up to 260W, the most powerful certified flexible CIGS module in the world.
SAN JOSE, California, December 15, 2010 – SoloPower, Inc., a California-based manufacturer of flexible, thin film
solar cells and modules, continues to make steady progress with the
successful expansion of its product line … Read : SoloPower Broadens its Product Line by Offering the World's Most Powerful Certified Flexible CIGS Module.
Barclaycard Freedom Enables House of Fraser Customers to Earn Rewards
NORTHAMPTON, England, December 14, 2010 – Barclaycard Freedom has announced that shoppers at House of Fraser can
now earn Reward Money on purchases made at the department store.*
House of Fraser is the latest household name to join over 20,000
retailers nationwide in one of the broadest customer reward (
www.barclaycard.co.uk/freedom/access-your-barclaycard-freedom.html)
schemes in the UK. …. Read the original article : here.
Rasa’s Semiconductor Silicon Wafer Reclaim Processing Business Assets Sold to RSTec (Japan)
TOKYO, December 14, 2010 – Rasa Industries, Ltd., Tokyo, Japan announces the asset sale of their
Sanbongi plant's reclaim operation, to RS Technologies (RSTec), a newly
formed Japanese company. RSTec (Japan) is a joint venture between Eiki Shoji
Co, Ltd., (Japan) and Global Silicon Technologies, Inc. (GST), a USA company
with holdings of North East Silicon Technologies, Inc. …. Source : Gaea News Network.
House of Fraser Announces New Toy Collection by Hamleys
LONDON, December 14, 2010 – House of Fraser, the premium department store is has introduced a toy
collection from Hamleys online at houseoffraser.co.uk. The world's most
famous toys store now offers a jam-packed collection that is full of
specially selected toys made up of Hamleys own-brand and other favourite toy
brands of popular toys and games for customers …. Original source : House of Fraser Announces New Toy Collection by Hamleys.
Radisson Blu Hotel Tallinn Awarded Green Key Certificate
TALLINN, Estonia, December 14, 2010 – Radisson Blu Hotel Tallinn, Estonia has announced that it now holds the
Green Key eco-label certificate.
The Green Key is an international eco-label for tourism and hospitality
enterprises, recognizing their sense of responsibility for the environment
and their local communities in general.
To obtain the … Read : Radisson Blu Hotel Tallinn Awarded Green Key Certificate.
goMobi Content Mobilization Platform Goes Global With Advanced Language Capabilities
New language features head list of enhancements to award-winning goMobi service for creating and maintaining mobile-ready sites
DUBLIN, December 14, 2010 – dotMobi, a worldwide leader in the development & discovery of quality
mobile content and the company behind the .mobi Internet domain, today
announced a series of new, innovative features for both users and sales
partners of …. Source article : goMobi Content Mobilization Platform Goes Global With Advanced Language Capabilities.
Yakima, Leading Designer and Manufacturer of Vehicle Cargo Management Equipment, Acquires Hubco Automotive Ltd., Leading Developer of Automotive Carrying Systems, Boosting Domestic and International Product Offering
Yakima Will Expand Internationally and in U.S. with Whispbar(TM), World's Quietest Vehicle Rack, and with Prorack, in Additional Distribution Channels Worldwide
BEAVERTON, Oregon, December 14, 2010 – Yakima (www.yakima.com), a leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle
cargo management solutions, today announced its acquisition of Hubco
Automotive Ltd., Australasia's leading brand of rooftop car racks, based in
Christchurch, New …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Yakima, Leading Designer and Manufacturer of Vehicle Cargo Management Equipment, Acquires Hubco Automotive Ltd., Leading Developer of Automotive Carrying Systems, Boosting Domestic and International Product Offering.
Kimberly-Clark Joins United Nations Global Compact
DALLAS, December 14, 2010 – Kimberly-Clark Corporation (NYSE: KMB) today announced that it has become
a participant of the United Nations Global Compact, the world's largest
corporate citizenship and sustainability initiative. As a signatory,
Kimberly-Clark will support the Global Compact's 10 principles in the areas
of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption, reinforcing the
company's commitment to responsible business …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Kimberly-Clark Joins United Nations Global Compact.
Two Emerging Challenges for BCM Software
HERNDON, Virginia, December 14, 2010 – COOP Systems (www.coop-systems.com) today released a new article
(www.coop-systems.com/news/content.aspx) covering two emerging issues
to consider when deploying Business Continuity Management software. As BCM
practices mature, accentuated by the new ISO standard ISO 22301 due in 2011,
many professionals are looking to organize their programs into a Business
Continuity Management System (BCMS). Related structural …. Original article : Two Emerging Challenges for BCM Software.