Business Press Release – Weekly Newsletter for December 13-20, 2010

Unemployed Labelled Lazy in Their Job Hunting Habits

MANCHESTER, England, December 13, 2010 – The public is soft-hearted towards the homeless but has far less time for
the unemployed.

So says a survey, released today (Monday December 13th) by youth charity
Rathbone, into how society views the vulnerable.
Quizzing 300 people in 64 communities in England and Scotland, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Unemployed Labelled Lazy in Their Job Hunting Habits.

Haier Strengthens Its Position as the #1 Global Major Appliances Brand – Euromonitor

Haier extends its global brand market share to 6.1%, topping the Euromonitor Global Major Appliances 2010 Brands rankings for the second consecutive year

QINGDAO, China, December 13, 2010 – The Haier Group today announced that Euromonitor International, the
world's leading independent provider of business intelligence on industries,
countries and consumers has again ranked Haier as the number …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Christmas and New Year Services on Virgin Trains

LONDON, December 13, 2010 – Virgin Trains is reminding passengers to check times and book seats in
plenty of time as services around the holiday period on all their routes are
likely to be very busy. Seats can be booked when purchasing tickets online at
virgintrains.com, by phone on 0871-977-4222, or in person at Virgin Trains'
stations. Train … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Christmas and New Year Services on Virgin Trains.

Capstone Announces S&P/TSX Composite Index Addition

VANCOUVER, December 13, 2010 – Capstone Mining Corp. (CS: TSX) today announced that on December 10, 2010
Standard & Poor's Canadian Index Operations announced the addition of
Capstone to the S&P/TSX Composite Index as a result of its quarterly review.
The addition will be effective at market open on Monday, December 20, 2010.

"The …. Original source  : Capstone Announces S&P/TSX Composite Index Addition.

ICIS Reveals Global Chemical Market’s Top 40 Power Players

NEW YORK and LONDON, December 13, 2010 – ICIS Chemical Business magazine has unveiled the ICIS
Top 40 Power Players for 2010 – the most influential people in the global
chemical markets.

"It's not the reveling in success that makes a true leader – rather it is
how they deal with adversity. One could … Read more >>.

Don’t Expect to Make any Money out of Shipping for Next Two Years, Warns Billionaire Shipping Magnate John Fredriksen

Speaking Exclusively to Lloyd's List in a Rare Interview, the World's Largest Tanker Operator John Fredriksen Talks Business Strategy, Market Prospects and Explains why he is Planning one Final Assault on the Tanker Market, When the Time is Right

LONDON, December 13, 2010 – Next month, John Fredriksen celebrates 50 years in shipping and despite
spending [..] Read the original article: here.

Fannie Mae Redemption

WASHINGTON, December 13, 2010 – Fannie Mae (OTC Bulletin Board: FNMA) will redeem the principal amounts
indicated for the following securities issues on the redemption dates
indicated below at a redemption price equal to 100 percent of the principal
amount redeemed, plus accrued interest thereon to the date of redemption:

Principal … Original source on Gaea Times at : Fannie Mae Redemption.

Atkins’ CEO Joins BSI Board

LONDON, December 13, 2010 – BSI Group announces that Mr Keith Clarke, Chief Executive Officer of
Atkins plc, has joined its Board as a Non-executive Director.

A qualified architect, Mr Clarke brings to BSI more than 30 years'
international experience in construction and engineering in the US, Europe
and Asia.
Before …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Atkins' CEO Joins BSI Board.

Silva, World Leading Manufacturer of Compasses, Launch a Brand-New Look for Their Impressive Range of Compasses

SOLLENTUNA, Sweden, December 14, 2010 – With innovation, function and design in focus the range has
been improved by offering a simpler and easy to understand selection of
compasses still covering the whole range from beginners through to expedition
use. Striking contrast color on the compass needle, a larger mirror for
better reading on mirror sighting compasses and … Original article on : Silva, World Leading Manufacturer of Compasses, Launch a Brand-New Look for Their Impressive Range of Compasses.

Lloyd’s List 100: Movers, Shakers, Politicians and Pirates

Who controls shipping? It's not an Easy Question to Answer, but the Writers, Analysts and Editors at Lloyd's List Have put Together an all-new 'Top 100' Supplement, Ranking the Biggest Influencers in the Industry

LONDON, December 14, 2010 – Who controls shipping? It's not an easy question to answer. However,
Lloyd's List – the flagship news, …. Original article  : Lloyd's List 100: Movers, Shakers, Politicians and Pirates.

Thin Film Modules From Centrosolar Certified for the British Market

The Thin Film Modules are now Approved for use in the United Kingdom After Receiving Certification for the Crystalline Modules in October

HAMBURG, Germany and LONDON, December 14, 2010 – The way is paved for unlimited market access in Great Britain:
In November, Centrosolar was certified for its thin film modules in
accordance with the Microgeneration Certification …. Read the original article  : here.

Gourmand World Cookbook Award Winners

MADRID, December 14, 2010 – The end of year gifts are coming early in 2010 for cookbook authors and
publishers. Each individual winner will receive in the next two weeks the
personal official letter announcing his win at the Gourmand World Cookbook
Awards. They also qualify to represent their country in the
"Best in the World" competition, with … Original source on Gaea Times at : Gourmand World Cookbook Award Winners.

Frankfurt Airport Focuses on Enhanced Customer Service

Fraport Launches "Great to Have You Here!" Program
FRANKFURT, Germany, December 14, 2010 – Fraport AG, the owner and manager of Frankfurt Airport (FRA),
launched a new enhanced customer service initiative today at its FRA home
base. The program has been named "Great to have you here!" – indicating the
clear mission of the long-term service initiative. "It … Read : Frankfurt Airport Focuses on Enhanced Customer Service.

Christmas Holidays: Ski vs. Beach

LONDON, December 15, 2010 – As we continue to plunge into the depths of winter, more and more British
citizens are flocking to holiday destinations in order to escape the trials
of everyday life. Of course, the perfect holiday can mean an entirely
different thing for one person than it does for another. People are drawn to
a …. Original source  : Christmas Holidays: Ski vs. Beach.

Chernobyl Site Will be Included Into the Official Euro-2012 Tour Program

KIEV, Ukraine, December 15, 2010 – The exclusion zone of Chernobyl nuclear power plant can be
included into the official tour program of Euro-2012 in Ukraine. This was
announced today by the Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Vitaliy But,
during a signing ceremony of a joint action plan for EURO-2012 between the
Ministries of Emergency of Ukraine and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Chernobyl Site Will be Included Into the Official Euro-2012 Tour Program.

Frost & Sullivan Award Highlights FAS’s Commitment to Customer Value Enhancement

LONDON, December 15, 2010 – The 2010 Frost & Sullivan European Solenoid Valves – Customer
Value Enhancement Award for European Life Sciences OEM customers is presented
to Fluid Automation Systems (FAS).

(Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO)
A history of innovative valve design, coupled with technical expertise,
strong customer orientation and OEM specific solutions has … Read more >>>.

Overseas Living Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2010

LONDON, December 15, 2010 – Each year Overseas Living identifies countless developments from all over
the globe, from housing projects on vast scales to smaller, more private
properties. In 2010, we have seen properties from the French Riviera to the
Turks and Caicos Islands, and many of these have impressed us, be it through
their commitment to providing …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Overseas Living Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2010.

IndiaMART Leader of Tomorrow Award – Packaging Goes to Shilp Gravures Ltd.

Mr. Ambar Patel, MD, Shilp Gravures Ltd., Honored to Received the Coveted Award

NEW DELHI, December 15, 2010 – Geared up to achieve soaring heights of success, Mr. Ambar Patel,
Managing Director, Shilp Gravures Ltd., has revolutionized the packaging
industry with his creative practices and beliefs. As a recognition of this
contribution, he has been awarded with the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : IndiaMART Leader of Tomorrow Award – Packaging Goes to Shilp Gravures Ltd..

In-demand Lime Markets Research Reports Published at MarketPublishers.com

LONDON, December 16, 2010 – Market Publishers Ltd informs that new in-demand market reports
on Lime markets by Global Research & Data Services (
marketpublishers.com/members/globalresearch/info.html) are available
in its catalogue.

Lime production increased significantly in the previous years that was
pushed by manufacturing growth in major consumption fields. Global Lime
production is estimated at 300 mln …. Read the original article  : In-demand Lime Markets Research Reports Published at MarketPublishers.com.

Lalitha Rao Sahib, MD, Nuthatch Nutricare Technologies Wins Woman Leader of Tomorrow Award 2010

Ms. Rao Sahib Thanks IndiaMART.com & ET Now for the Appreciation Conferred Upon Her

NEW DELHI, December 16, 2010 – Ms. Lalitha Rao Sahib, Managing Director,
Nuthatch Nutricare Technologies Pvt Ltd., was named the Woman Leader of
Tomorrow at IndiaMART Leaders of Tomorrow Awards 2010 Ceremony held in New
Delhi recently. Awarded by Honourable Union Minister of Home … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Lalitha Rao Sahib, MD, Nuthatch Nutricare Technologies Wins Woman Leader of Tomorrow Award 2010.

CME Clearing Europe Receives Recognised Clearing House Status From FSA

LONDON, December 16, 2010 – CME Clearing Europe (www.cmeclearingeurope.com/), a wholly-owned
subsidiary of CME Group (www.cmegroup.com/), today announced that it
is approved as a Recognised Clearing House (RCH) by the Financial Services
Authority (FSA) of the United Kingdom. Barclays Bank PLC and J.P. Morgan will
act as the first settlement banks for CME Clearing Europe and will be …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : CME Clearing Europe Receives Recognised Clearing House Status From FSA.

M&S Money Reveals That Grandparents Spend Over GBP6000 on Grandchildren

LONDON, December 16, 2010 – M&S Money has revealed that as parents begin to feel the pinch of
Government cuts, new research shows that grandparents in the UK are providing
more than GBP6000 of support to grandchildren. Over the first 18 years of
each grandchild's life, grandparents gift on average GBP6165 in either money
or presents.

… Read more »»».

LV= Reveals Fraudulent Direct Debits at Record High

CROYDON, England, December 16, 2010 – LV= has revealed that over 97,000 Brits have fallen victim to criminals
setting up fraudulent direct debits from their accounts, with this number set
to escalate over the next three years, according to new research.

The findings from the home insurer, conducted by the Centre for Economics
and … Read more »».

Protection on the Piste: Start by Packing Your Abbey International Visa Infinite Card

High Incidence and Cost of Skiing Accidents Often Ignored
ST HELIER, Jersey, December 17, 2010 – The thrill of the piste, the exhilaration of a fast run, the chill of the
snow and the warmth of the apres-ski gluwine – all these contribute to making
the holiday ski slopes one of the most sought after places to …. Original article  : Protection on the Piste: Start by Packing Your Abbey International Visa Infinite Card.

Headstart Advisers’ Fund of Funds Advances to the Top

CIO Najy Nasser Says Every Position is in Positive Territory to Date for 2010

LONDON, December 17, 2010 – The investable Headstart Fund of Funds, advised by Headstart Advisers,
the FSA regulated hedge fund firm, has claimed its place at the top of the
leader board of the Investhedge rankings for Multi-Strategy Funds of Hedge
Funds over the …. Source article  : Headstart Advisers' Fund of Funds Advances to the Top.

Gallery Delaive Presents: Sam Francis a Selection of Paintings 1946-2002

Saturday, December 18, 2010 – Saturday, February 18, 2011
AMSTERDAM, December 17, 2010 – Gallery Delaive is pleased to present this special selection of paintings
by Sam Francis. Gallery Delaive was able to acquire a private collection of
10 early works from Francis, painted in 1946, 1947 and 1948 in California.
These works have never been shown to …. Source article  : Gallery Delaive Presents: Sam Francis a Selection of Paintings 1946-2002.