PR Hub – Weekly Newsletter for January 24-31, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
ALQAEM International (FZE) and Biosign Technologies Inc. are Jointly Exhibiting at Arab Health 2011 in Dubai
SHARJAH, UAE, January 24, 2011 – ALQAEM International (FZE) ("Alqaem" or the "Company"), exclusive Biosign
master distributor for the Middle East and North Africa Region (M.E.N.A.)
today announced that they will be joining with Biosign Technologies Inc
(TSX-V:BIO), the Canadian manufacturer of the revolutionary UFIT(R)TEN-20
non-invasive glucometer, to exhibit at the 36th Annual Arab Health Exhibition
& Congress held …. Read the original article : ALQAEM International (FZE) and Biosign Technologies Inc. are Jointly Exhibiting at Arab Health 2011 in Dubai.
Objet to Showcase Upcoming Advanced Materials and new Desktop 3D Printer Family at SolidWorks World 2011
Objet to Present Recently Launched Objet24 and Objet30 Desktop 3D Printers and Demonstrate True Transparent, High Temperature and ABS-like Materials – Booth 125
BILLERICA, Massachusetts, January 24, 2011 – Objet Geometries Ltd. (www.objet.com/), the innovation leader in
3D printing for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, will showcase
its latest advances in 3D printing at SolidWorks World 2011. … Read : Objet to Showcase Upcoming Advanced Materials and new Desktop 3D Printer Family at SolidWorks World 2011.
comparethemarket.com Saves its Customers Over GBP4m on Their Energy Bills as Fuel Prices Continue to Soar
PETERBOROUGH, England, January 24, 2011 – As energy prices across the globe have soared, savvy customers have been
clicking on to UK's leading price comparison website, comparethemarket.com
(www.comparethemarket.com/), to search for a better deal on their
household utility bills and in the process have saved GBP4,695,660 in just
one year.*
With rising energy prices and … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : comparethemarket.com Saves its Customers Over GBP4m on Their Energy Bills as Fuel Prices Continue to Soar.
Tranen Capital Launches Tranen Capital Longevity Notes Ltd. – the First Life Settlements Fund to Offer Protection Against Longevity Risk
TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, January 24, 2011 – Tranen Capital Ltd. is pleased to announce the launch of a new Note
Program, Tranen Capital Longevity Notes Ltd., offering investors the option
to link protective investments to the Tranen Capital Growth Fund Ltd., a Fund
that manages life settlement policies opportunistically, with several
risk-protected structures. These structures will reduce … Original source on Gaea Times at : Tranen Capital Launches Tranen Capital Longevity Notes Ltd. — the First Life Settlements Fund to Offer Protection Against Longevity Risk.
Audi AG Selects INRIX XD(TM) Traffic to Power the Automaker’s First Connected Navigation System
First TPEG Over IP-based Pan-European Real-Time Traffic Service Debuts in the 2011 Audi A6
PALERMO, Italy, January 24, 2011 – Audi AG and INRIX, the leading provider of traffic and driver services,
announced Audi has selected INRIX's XD(TM) Traffic to help further the
company's Audi Connect strategy with real-time traffic information for its
navigation systems starting with the … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Audi AG Selects INRIX XD(TM) Traffic to Power the Automaker's First Connected Navigation System.
Moevenpick Hotels & Resorts Opens Fourth Property in UAE
New Hotel in 'Old Dubai' Deira Gets First International Five-Star Hotel in a Decade
DUBAI, UAE, January 24, 2011 – The upscale hotel management company, Moevenpick Hotels &
Resorts opened its fourth hotel in the United Arab Emirates this month, the
Moevenpick Hotel Deira, bringing its portfolio to a total of 69 properties in
key international destinations.
…. Source : Gaea News Network.
AYAMi’s Unique Running Casting Becomes XL in 2011
ASICS Searches for the Next Face of its Women's Running Collection
HOOFDDORP, The Netherlands, January 24, 2011 – AYAMi's first ever Live Running Casting
asicsayami.presspage.com/ayami/132, held during
the Paris Marathon 2010, was such a success that its 2011 follow-up, the
Running Casting XL, will be rolled out at multiple running events throughout
Europe. Whilst a special AYAMi Photo Team [..] Read the original article: here.
German Venture Capital: Better Than Its Reputation
New figures highlight potential of German Venture Capital market
MUNICH , Germany, January 24, 2011 – German Venture Capital Funds have generated comparable or better returns
than their US counterparts, as new data presented by three of Germany's
largest venture capital firms Earlybird, Target Partners and Wellington
Partners shows.
The three VC firms analysed today's … Read this article on Gaea Times at : German Venture Capital: Better Than Its Reputation.
DAI Pays Tribute to Linda Norgrove at 40th Anniversary Event in London
LONDON, January 24, 2011 – On January 27, DAI will host a gathering of international development
professionals at the Institute of Mechanical Engineers in Westminster, as
part of the celebrations surrounding the firm's 40th anniversary. Among the
attendees, DAI is honored to welcome John and Lorna Norgrove, the parents of
Linda Norgrove, a DAI employee abducted in the …. Original article on Gaea Times at : DAI Pays Tribute to Linda Norgrove at 40th Anniversary Event in London.
Standards of Fire Safety Must Match International Standards
DUBAI, UAE, January 24, 2011 – Due to a high incidence of fires across the MENA region, Civil Defence
Authorities are insisting on higher standards of fire safety across the
board.
The MENA region is currently experiencing a spectacular growth of
building development and huge capital investment particularly from
international shareholders. Qatar, in particular, has …. Original article : Standards of Fire Safety Must Match International Standards.
The New Era of Nationalisation
DUBAI, UAE, January 24, 2011 – Nationalisation has become a requirement for most private
organisations in GCC countries to support economic growth and keep
unemployment levels to a minimum. Despite many efforts, inconsistencies still
prove due to the lack of a skilled national labour force, which is needed to
help move its economy forward. At the same time, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : The New Era of Nationalisation.
Nalco Mobotec Signs Major Air Protection Contract in Poland with Zespol Elektrowni PAK SA
NAPERVILLE, Illinois, January 24, 2011 – Nalco Mobotec, a global leader in air protection technology, announced
that, as part of a consortium with engineering firm Remak Rozruch, it has
signed a contract with Zespol Elektrowni PAK SA for the modernisation of one
of the boilers at PAK's Patnow I Power Plant located in Konin, Poland.
…. Original article : Nalco Mobotec Signs Major Air Protection Contract in Poland with Zespol Elektrowni PAK SA.
Ukrainian President’s Visit to Japan: Outlines
KIEV, Ukraine, January 24, 2011 – The President of Ukraine completed his official visit to
Japan. "Japan is an important foreign partner of Ukraine," said Viktor
Yanukovych.
Upon the President's four-day visit to Japan the two countries
signed the Joint statement on Ukraine-Japan global partnership. Also,
Ukrainian President and the Prime Minister of Japan Naoto … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Ukrainian President's Visit to Japan: Outlines.
ET Solar Announced a 40MW Module Supply Agreement with USE for 2011
NANJING, China, January 24, 2011 – ET Solar Group Corp. ("ET Solar"), a China-based photovoltaic
("PV") system turnkey solution provider and integrated manufacturer of PV
products, announced an annual framework agreement with USE Umwelt Sonne
Energie GmbH ("USE"). Under this agreement, ET Solar will supply 40MW mono
and multi-crystalline modules to USE in 2011.
Headquartered … Read more : ET Solar Announced a 40MW Module Supply Agreement with USE for 2011.
Paramount Pictures and Indian Paintbrush Acquire Worldwide Rights Out of Sundance for ‘LIKE CRAZY’
HOLLYWOOD, California, January 24, 2011 – Paramount Pictures and Indian Paintbrush announced today the worldwide
acquisition of LIKE CRAZY for Paramount Pictures to release in 2011. The
Super Crispy Entertainment production from co-writer and director Drake
Doremus ("Douchebag"), producers Jonathan Schwartz ("The Way Back,"
"Douchebag," "Funny Games") and Andrea Sperling ("Kaboom," "Sympathy For
Delicious") of Super Crispy Entertainment, and …. Source : Paramount Pictures and Indian Paintbrush Acquire Worldwide Rights Out of Sundance for 'LIKE CRAZY'.
Skipton International Surges to Number One Mortgage Spot
Guernsey property market still buoyant
ST PETER PORT, Guernsey, January 23, 2011 – A significant change to the old order was revealed in official figures
released this month giving details of mortgage volumes in Guernsey for 2010.
These show for the first time that local bank Skipton International
(www.skiptoninternational.com/) has surged to the number one spot,
claiming nearly 30% …. Source article : Skipton International Surges to Number One Mortgage Spot.
Omnifone Signs Germany’s First Global Music Subscription Licensing with GEMA
MIDEM, CANNES, France, January 23, 2011 -
– Omnifone's commercial team negotiates landmark music
licensing deal with GEMA opening up German market to legitimate
subscription based digital music services
– German subscription licensing rates brought into line with …. Source : Gaea News Network.
World’s Highest Restaurant ‘At.mosphere’ Opens in Burj Khalifa, Dubai
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, January 23, 2011 – The world's highest restaurant has opened in Burj Khalifa, the world's
tallest building in Dubai.
(Photo:
www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20110123/431931 )
At.mosphere, envisaged as one of the world's finest luxury dining and
lounge experiences, has opened doors to guests at Burj Khalifa, located in
Downtown Dubai, …. Source article on Gaea Times at : World's Highest Restaurant 'At.mosphere' Opens in Burj Khalifa, Dubai.
Globalpark Announces Final Speaker Line-up – Mobile Research Conference 2011
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – The Mobile Research Conference Programme Committee is proud to announce
the final speaker line-up for MRC 2011 (
www.mobileresearchconference.com/index.php/page/the-schedule) on 18-19
April 2011 in central London.
Paul Berney, Mobile Marketing Association CMO and Managing Director
(EMEA), and Peter Lynn, Professor of Survey Methodology at the University of
Essex, join the already …. Read the original article : here.
Global Industrial Enzymes Market is Expected to Reach $4.4 Billion by 2015
Sandler Research announces it will carry Enzymes in Industrial Applications: Global Markets Research Report in its store. This Research Forecast Announce Global Industrial Enzymes Market is Expected to Reach $4.4 Billion by 2015.
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… Read more : Global Industrial Enzymes Market is Expected to Reach $4.4 Billion by 2015.
COFELY Secures UK Government Funding for Southampton Geothermal Project
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – COFELY District Energy, a subsidiary of COFELY UK, the energy
and environmental efficiency services company of GDF SUEZ, has secured
GBP200,000 from Department of Energy and Climate Change's (DECC) Deep
Geothermal Challenge Fund to part-fund the refit of the Southampton District
Energy Scheme's deep geothermal well.
The Southampton District Energy …. Source article : COFELY Secures UK Government Funding for Southampton Geothermal Project.
Philips Receives CE Mark for First New Imaging Modality in 10 Years
Versatile whole body PET/MR imaging system enables clinicians to see chronic diseases earlier and monitor efficacy of treatment
ANDOVER, Massachusetts, January 25, 2011 – Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is announcing CE marking
for the industry's first commercially available whole body PET/MR imaging
system, the Ingenuity TF PET/MR*. This new system, being launched as the
first …. Original article : Philips Receives CE Mark for First New Imaging Modality in 10 Years.
Ricoh’s Business Shift Accelerates as CIOs Tackle Future Workplace Challenges
Ricoh is Collaborating With CIOs to More Effectively Manage Knowledge and Convert it Into 'Information Capital' – a Businesses Most Vital Asset
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – Ricoh Europe today (www.ricoh-europe.com/ ) announced that it is
accelerating its shift to a service orientated business model. The change
will enable it to further help CIOs address the challenges …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Ricoh's Business Shift Accelerates as CIOs Tackle Future Workplace Challenges.
Sutton and East Surrey Water Awards Smart Metering Contract to Elster
Innovative V210 volumetric polymer water meter supplied with wireless automated meter reading (AMR) systems
LUTON, England, January 25, 2011 – Elster (NYSE: ELT) announced today that Sutton and East Surrey Water has
selected Elster to supply up to 36,000 volumetric water meters in the UK over
the next three years. Half of these meters will be enabled …. Source article : Sutton and East Surrey Water Awards Smart Metering Contract to Elster.
Twin Your Town with the Meerkats’!
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – comparethemeerkat.com founder, Aleksandr Orlov, has today announced that
he is looking for a UK town to be twinned with his suffering village,
Meerkovo. The Russian meerkat village is the focus of the latest
comparethemeerkat.com television commercials.
Aleksandr is launching the campaign to raise awareness of the plight of
Meerkovo, which [..] Read the original article: here.
GSMA Announces Barcelona, Milan, Munich and Paris as Finalists Competing to Become the Mobile World Capital
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – The GSMA today announced that Barcelona, Milan, Munich and Paris have
been selected as the short list of cities vying to become the "Mobile World
Capital(TM)". These four cities will now move to the next stage of the
selection process which will culminate in the winning city being named the
Mobile World Capital … Read more >>>.
Camiloo Launches Pay4Later Plugin for Magento
MANCHESTER, England, January 25, 2011 – Camiloo have today launched a new and innovative plugin for popular
ecommerce software Magento. The plugin allows UK based online retailers to
offer instant credit to their customers, including 0% interest free credit,
via Pay4Later's retail finance gateway.
Online retailers can immediately introduce finance offers by simply
adding the … Read : Camiloo Launches Pay4Later Plugin for Magento.
Digital Realty Trust Adds London Property to ISO Certified Properties
Official Recognition of Information Security and Quality Management Systems with ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 Accreditation
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – Information security and quality management systems are fundamental
considerations for corporate enterprises, particularly when it comes to the
delivery of critical business applications. In order to best serve its
customers, Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: DLR), a [..] Read the original article: here.
Aditi Technologies Increases its Focus on Asia IT Market
BANGALORE, India, January 25, 2011 – Aditi Technologies, a leading provider of software product and
application development services, announced its dedicated business
development operations for Asia IT market. Aditi's objective is to service
the growing IT needs of the fast emerging countries in this sector through
its end to end offerings in application and software development services
and sharp …. Source : Aditi Technologies Increases its Focus on Asia IT Market.
Misys 2011 Interim Results Interview With CEO
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – In an interview with financial broadcaster www.cantos.com, Misys
CEO Mike Lawrie reassures investors the orders that slipped from the first
half have been closed in the last two months.
The financial services software boss also confirms that the integration
of the recent Sophis acquisition is on track and insists … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Misys 2011 Interim Results Interview With CEO.
More and More Celebrities are Embracing Hair Restoration
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – An interesting statistic: more than half (55%) of hair loss sufferers
would be more inclined to consider having a hair transplant if celebrities or
public figures were more open about hair restoration surgery, and men are
more likely to be influenced than women (57% vs. 45%).
Over the last …. Source article : More and More Celebrities are Embracing Hair Restoration.
Image Source, the World’s Leading Producer of Premium Royalty Free Stock Imagery, motion and Cross-Media content, Announces the Immediate Appointment of Simon Woodthorpe as Group Sales Director
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – A specialist in digital content delivery within the stock photography,
music and online video industries, Simon brings with him a wealth of
knowledge, experience and expertise.
Having worked across numerous channel partnerships and with great
understanding of the stock photography business, Simon will be heading up
both the Image Source …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Image Source, the World's Leading Producer of Premium Royalty Free Stock Imagery, motion and Cross-Media content, Announces the Immediate Appointment of Simon Woodthorpe as Group Sales Director.
Chefs From London’s The Salt Yard Win First and Third Place in Spanish Young Chef of the Year 2011
CAMBRIDGE, England, January 25, 2011 – A London restaurant has taken dual honours in a competition to find the
best young Spanish chef in Britain.
Chefs from The Salt Yard, Mandie Kruger and Michelle Kleingeld,
respectively won first and third place in the Foods from Spain Spanish Young
Chef of the Year, in the …. Read the original article : Chefs From London's The Salt Yard Win First and Third Place in Spanish Young Chef of the Year 2011.
Poetry of Drawing Press Pack
BIRMINGHAM, England, January 25, 2011 – An online press pack offering insights into UK exclusive of The Poetry of
Drawing exhibition at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery is now available to
download at www.bmag.org.uk/press-area.
The press pack provides an introduction to the Pre-Raphaelite
Brotherhood, led by Rossetti, Millais and Holman Hunt, and the importance
that …. Read the original article : here.
UK Couple Holiday Like There’s No Recession and Save GBP1,000 With Stay-for-FREE HomeExchange
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – A UK couple saved GBP1,000 in holiday costs after organising a
stay-for-FREE HomeExchange with a family living just outside Strasbourg,
Germany. They were looking for a cheaper way to holiday abroad with their
family, and were also excited by the possibility of visiting places that they
may never have thought of, and of … Read more »»».
The New BVS Wolfhound-PRO Contraband Cell Phone Detector’s Multi-frequency Design Offers an Integrated Device for both US and European Markets
METUCHEN, New Jersey, January 25, 2011 – Berkeley Varitronics Systems, Inc. (BVS), a leading provider of advanced
wireless solutions and products to the domestic and international wireless
telecommunications and security markets today announced the release of a
handheld cell phone detector called the Wolfhound(TM)-PRO. It is the third in
a line of BVS' advanced, award winning cell phone …. Original article : The New BVS Wolfhound-PRO Contraband Cell Phone Detector's Multi-frequency Design Offers an Integrated Device for both US and European Markets.
GBP25 a Night Hotel Voted Best in the World
KINGSTON UPON THAMES, England, January 25, 2011 – ONLINE giant TravelRepublic.co.uk (www.travelrepublic.co.uk/) has
unveiled its top 20 hotels in 2010 – as determined by its customers – and the
number one property is the Aegean Sky Hotel in Crete, which costs just GBP25
per night.
Managing director Paul Furner said: "Last year we received …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Eco Movers uses Online Booking System to Radically Reduce the Price of its Premium Man and Van Service
LONDON, January 25, 2011 – When moving house have you ever felt that your budget has
forced you to compromise on the quality of service you received? This can be
unnerving considering you are inviting strangers into your home to handle and
move your most cherished possessions. Eco Movers (www.ecomovers.co.uk/
) has the answer to this dilemma. It …. Source : Eco Movers uses Online Booking System to Radically Reduce the Price of its Premium Man and Van Service.
Dassault Falcon to Provide On-Site Support at the World Economic Forum
SAINT-CLOUD, France, January 26, 2011 – Dassault has positioned a dedicated team at the Zurich Airport
to ensure the highest level of customer support for Falcon operators
attending the World Economic Forum, which will begin its annual meeting
January 26 and runs through January 30. The forum, held in Davos,
Switzerland, brings together business, political, intellectual and other
leaders … Original article on : Dassault Falcon to Provide On-Site Support at the World Economic Forum.
Merck Optimizes Compliance and IT Security Using CA Technologies Solutions
Single Sign-On and Security Automation Support Compliance and Simplified IT Management
MORGES, Switzerland and DARMSTADT, Germany, January 26, 2011 – The pharmaceutical and chemical company Merck KGaA has opted for security
solutions developed by CA Technologies (NASDAQ: CA). The solutions help
simplify procedures associated with the adherence to compliance-related
policies while saving cost, optimizing identity and access management, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Merck Optimizes Compliance and IT Security Using CA Technologies Solutions.
Davos: Russian Government Calls for International Partners in $15bn Development of Ski Tourism in North Caucasus
DAVOS, Switzerland, January 26, 2011 -
– North Caucasus Resorts Company (NCRC) incorporated to manage $15bn
public-private investment in five new ski resorts in the Caucasus
– President Medvedev: "Peak 5642 is going to transform the Caucasus."
– Akhmed Bilalov, …. Original source : Davos: Russian Government Calls for International Partners in $15bn Development of Ski Tourism in North Caucasus.
Ricoh Europe Supports CIOs to Become Powerful Strategic Advisors
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – Independent Pan-European focus groups reveal that CIO's now recognise the
need to manage information and documents more effectively, however
they remain unclear how to put it into practice.
Ricoh Europe (www.ricoh-europe.com/), specialist in office
solutions, managed document services and production printing today revealed
the findings from a series of focus … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Ricoh Europe Supports CIOs to Become Powerful Strategic Advisors.
QPS Expands Phase 1 and Bioanalytical Capability by Acquisition of Bioserve, India
NEWARK, Delaware and HYDERABAD, India, January 26, 2011 – QPS, LLC, a leading full-service GLP/GCP-compliant contract research
organization providing testing services to support preclinical and clinical
research and development, announced the acquisition of a majority stake in
Bioserve Clinical Research. Bioserve, a full service phase 1 CRO
headquartered in Hyderabad, India, will be known as QPS-Bioserve India.
… Read more : QPS Expands Phase 1 and Bioanalytical Capability by Acquisition of Bioserve, India.
Lancope to Demonstrate Value of NetFlow for Security and Network Performance Monitoring at Cisco Live London
Leader in Flow Collection and Analysis to Share Best Practices for Harnessing the Power of NetFlow
ATLANTA, January 26, 2011 – Cisco Live London — Lancope, Inc. (www.lancope.com), a leader in
flow-based security and network performance monitoring, today announced that
it will demonstrate the value of NetFlow(TM) for improving network and
security operations at Cisco Live London beginning … Original article on : Lancope to Demonstrate Value of NetFlow for Security and Network Performance Monitoring at Cisco Live London.
Kornit Digital to Launch its New Kornit Avalanche 951 Printer at Communiquez Tex 2011 Event
ROSH-HA'AYIN, Israel, January 26, 2011 – Kornit Digital, a leading-edge company that develops,
manufactures and markets high-speed industrial and commercial digital inkjet
printers, superior pigmented ink and unique chemistry solutions for the
textile industry, announced today the release of its new Kornit Avalanche 951
industrial Direct-To-Garment printer at Communiquez Tex 2011 Event in Lyon,
France on February 1-3.
…. Original article : Kornit Digital to Launch its New Kornit Avalanche 951 Printer at Communiquez Tex 2011 Event.
STA Travel Heralds Boom in ‘Voluntourism’
Round-the-World Travellers to Build in a Community Project to Plans
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – YOUTH travel specialist STA Travel www.statravel.co.uk is
predicting a surge in 'voluntourism' this year as young people look to give
something back to communities around the globe as they plot their
round-the-world travels. STA Travel has just unveiled its 2011
round-the-world ticket prices which … Original source on Gaea Times at : STA Travel Heralds Boom in 'Voluntourism'.
Searching for a Greener Flight? The new Directflights.com Site can now Find the Most Carbon-Friendly and Cheapest Flights
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – Price comparison site, Directflights.com (www.directflights.com/),
has developed a flight search mechanism which allows holidaymakers to search
not only for the cheapest deal but for the most carbon-friendly flights, all
at the touch of a button.
The site compares up-to-the minute, live prices for cheap flights,
hotels, holidays and car rental, …. Read the original article : Searching for a Greener Flight? The new Directflights.com Site can now Find the Most Carbon-Friendly and Cheapest Flights.
China National Bureau of Statistics and Sinotrust Jointly Release ‘2010 Q4 China Automotive Industry Climate Index’
The Climate Index Declines and the Future Anticipation Cools Down
BEIJING, January 26, 2011 – China Economic Monitoring Center of China National Bureau of Statistics
and Sinotrust International Information & Consulting (Beijing) jointly
released the "2010 Q4 China Automotive Industry Climate Index".
1. The China Automotive Industry Climate Index recorded 103.2 points in
Q4 of [..] Read the original article: here.
No Power, No Chairs, and Other Office Move Catastrophes
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – Companies across the country have been plagued by disasters when
relocating offices, according to a recent survey conducted by office design
company, Maris Interiors.
Whereas many firms described projects running over time and over budget,
some had much more dramatic stories to tell. One major public company
described moving into …. Read the original article : No Power, No Chairs, and Other Office Move Catastrophes.
Drewberry Insurance Reveals the UK’s Riskiest Jobs for Illness and Injury
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – Drewberry Insurance has published a list of the riskiest occupations in
the UK, for which income protection insurers often refuse cover outright.
These occupations include those in the armed forces, pilots, fishermen,
police officers, security guards, delivery drivers, miners, cleaners,
construction workers and professional sportspersons.
For individuals in most occupations …. Source : Gaea News Network.
NAVTEQ Puts Truvo’s Local Business Listings on the NAVTEQ Map
Truvo to resell NAVTEQ Direct Access(TM) to local businesses wanting more exposure on the NAVTEQ map-used more than 100 million times a day by users worldwide
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of maps, traffic and location data
enabling navigation, location-based services and mobile advertising around
the world, today announced it is collaborating …. Source : Gaea News Network.
AdMonsters Launches OPS London
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – AdMonsters, the global community for ad operations and technology
leaders, launches OPS London. The event will bring together senior leaders
from across the online advertising market to tackle the big issues. Attendees
will learn how to leverage operations to increase profit and profitability.
OPS London will be held at the Grange Hotel, St. …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Publicis Groupe Proposes to Acquire Chemistry Through a Recommended Cash Offer
PARIS, January 26, 2011 – Publicis Groupe (EURONEXT Paris: FR0000130577) today announced
it has reached an agreement with Chemistry Communications Group plc
("Chemistry") on the terms of a recommended cash offer to acquire the whole
of the issued and to be issued ordinary share capital of Chemistry. Publicis
Groupe will pay Chemistry shareholders 37p per share, in a …. Read the original article : Publicis Groupe Proposes to Acquire Chemistry Through a Recommended Cash Offer.
e-con Systems Announces Android Support for its Camera Daughter Boards
CHENNAI, India and ST LOUIS, January 26, 2011 – e-con Systems announces its Android camera driver for its
e-CAM50_OMAP35x camera add-on board as it interfaces with OMAP evaluation
board housing OV5642 camera sensor. e-CAM50_OMAP35x connects to the high
speed CMOS sensor interface of the TI OMAP35x offering tremendous processing
power through the superscalar ARM Cortex-A8 core running at … Read more >>.
Rapiscan(R) (regadenoson) is the First Selective A2A Adenosine Receptor Agonist to Receive EU Commission Licence to Aid CAD Diagnosis
LONDON, January 26, 2011 – Today Rapidscan Pharma Solutions (RPS) EU Ltd announced it has received
marketing authorization for Rapiscan(R) (regadenoson) – a selective coronary
vasodilator for use as a pharmacological stress agent in the diagnosis of
coronary artery disease (CAD) – the single most common cause of death and
disability in Europe[1]. Rapiscan is administered as a …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Rapiscan(R) (regadenoson) is the First Selective A2A Adenosine Receptor Agonist to Receive EU Commission Licence to Aid CAD Diagnosis.
Recommended Cash Offer by MMS UK Holdings Limited, a Publicis Group Company, for Chemistry Communications Group plc
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WISekey, a World Economic Forum Global Growth Company, Launches WISeID: a Unique Process for Personal Data Protection
DAVOS, Switzerland, January 26, 2011 – At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, WISeKey, a World
Economic Forum Global Growth Company, launched its WISeID Personal Data
Protector, a unique application for the protection of personal data and
personal identifiable information (PII).
WISeID's main objective is to protect your PII, which can be …. Source : WISekey, a World Economic Forum Global Growth Company, Launches WISeID: a Unique Process for Personal Data Protection.
Protiviti Governance Portal Adds Arabic Translation With Right-to-Left Language Capability
Native-language capabilities help multinational companies manage a consistent yet localized governance solution
MENLO PARK, California, January 26, 2011 – Protiviti Inc. (www.protiviti.com), a global business consulting
and internal audit firm, today announced it has enhanced the multilingual
capabilities of its Governance Portal with an Arabic translation for users
who are accustomed to reading right-to-left. The new capability makes …. Original article : Protiviti Governance Portal Adds Arabic Translation With Right-to-Left Language Capability.
Viktor Yanukovych to Attend the 40th World Economic Forum in Davos
KIEV, Ukraine, January 27, 2011 – President of Ukraine will attend the 40th annual meeting of the
World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, on January 27-28.
This year's WEF meeting, themed "common rules for new reality", is expected to
outline new models of interaction that can contribute to overcoming
differences between the centers of the multipolar world, …. Source article : Viktor Yanukovych to Attend the 40th World Economic Forum in Davos.
Rigid Recruitment Practices and a Lack of Innovation Causing Talent Headaches for Business
Half of Businesses Struggling to Recruit Despite High Unemployment Levels, According to Global Research From Alexander Mann Solutions
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – As businesses start to emerge from one of the deepest
recessions in living memory, many organisations risk missing out on
opportunities to grow their business due to recruitment challenges caused by
a lack of flexibility …. Original source : Rigid Recruitment Practices and a Lack of Innovation Causing Talent Headaches for Business.
Senior US, European Policy Makers Discuss Fresh Approach to Tehran, Urge US to Delist Main Iran Opposition Group
BRUSSELS, January 27, 2011 – In an international conference on Iran Tuesday, a bipartisan group of
senior former US government officials and prominent members of the European
Parliament urged the United States to undertake a fresh approach to the
Tehran regime.
The center piece of that policy should be the removal of the principal
Iranian … Read more »»».
MarketsandMarkets: Global Oil Shale Market Worth US$12.01 Billion by 2015
DALLAS, January 27, 2011 – According to a new market research report, 'Global Oil Shale Market'
(www.marketsandmarkets.com/Market-Reports/global-oil-shale-market-189.
html), published by MarketsandMarkets (www.marketsandmarkets.com), the
global oil shale market is expected to be worth US$12.01 billion by 2015,
with an estimated CAGR of 7.7% from 2015 to 2030.
(Due to the length of this URL, it may … Original source on Gaea Times at : MarketsandMarkets: Global Oil Shale Market Worth US$12.01 Billion by 2015.
Tesla Launches Battery Recycling Program Throughout Europe
Unique Eco-Friendly Approach Recovers Important Metals and Reduces Carbon Footprint
MAIDENHEAD, England, January 27, 2011 – Tesla Motors (www.teslamotors.com/) has launched
a comprehensive strategy to recycle its industry-leading battery packs
throughout Europe.
At the end of their long life, Tesla will recycle its battery packs at
Umicore's UHT facility in Belgium. The Brussels-based materials technology
company … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Tesla Launches Battery Recycling Program Throughout Europe.
First >>World Ocean Review<< Now Available in English
HAMBURG, Germany, January 27, 2011 – Following its major impact in German-speaking countries, the >>World
Ocean Review<< (WOR) is now available in English.
WOR's declared aim is to mobilize science in order to create an
understanding of the state of the world's oceans, thus generating awareness
of ocean concerns among the international public.
… Original source on Gaea Times at : First >>World Ocean Review<< Now Available in English.
JAGTAG Expands Operations Into the UK
JAGTAG To Exhibit Mobile 2D Barcode Solution At Ogilvy London's Digital Labs Day 2011
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – JAGTAG (www.jagtag.com), the U.S. leader in mobile 2D barcode
advertising, announced its expansion into the United Kingdom to serve
international markets, advertisers and their agencies. JAGTAG will exhibit at
the Ogilvy Digital Labs Day 2011 on January 27 to …. Read the original article : here.
AU Optronics Corp. Reports 4Q2010 Financial Results
HSINCHU, Taiwan, January 27, 2011 – AU Optronics Corp. ("AUO" or the "Company") (TAIEX: 2409; NYSE: AUO)
today held its investors conference and announced its unaudited results for
the fourth quarter of 2010(1).
AUO posted consolidated revenue of NT$102,605 million (US$3,521 million)
(2), down 17.5% from the previous quarter. Gross profit was at -NT$4,537
million …. Original source : AU Optronics Corp. Reports 4Q2010 Financial Results.
University of Zurich: Denmark, Finland and Belgium Have Best Democracies
ZURICH, January 27, 2011 – A new democracy barometer from the University of Zurich and the Social
Science Research Center Berlin (WZB) shows the development of the thirty best
democracies in the world. Denmark, Finland and Belgium have the highest
quality of democracy, whereas Great Britain, France, Poland, South Africa and
Costa Rica the lowest. Moreover, the barometer … Read this article on Gaea Times at : University of Zurich: Denmark, Finland and Belgium Have Best Democracies.
BSkyB – Half Year Results Interviews with CEO and CFO
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – In a video interview with financial broadcaster www.cantos.com,
BSkyB CEO Jeremy Darroch says that the News Corp bid has not stopped the
company's management from focusing on its strategy and delivering a robust
set of results.
"You can see from the strength of the results that we've announced today
that … Read more : BSkyB – Half Year Results Interviews with CEO and CFO.
Leading UK Financial Services Group Selects BCS Integrity to Drive Financial Control Improvements
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – Business Control Solutions, a leading provider of financial governance,
risk and control software to the banking and financial services markets,
today announced that following a highly competitive evaluation and tender
process a leading UK-based financial services group has selected BCS
Integrity(TM) to standardise and centralise group-wide balance sheet control.
The …. Source : Gaea News Network.
McCann Healthcare Worldwide Most Awarded Agency Network in 2010
LONDON, NEW YORK, SINGAPORE, SYDNEY and TOKYO, January 27, 2011 – Entering 2011, McCann Healthcare Worldwide has just won an unprecedented
spate of awards and honors which establish it as the most awarded and
recognized healthcare agency network and brand in the world.
These honors and awards include: McCann Healthcare Asia Pacific being
awarded …. Source article on Gaea Times at : McCann Healthcare Worldwide Most Awarded Agency Network in 2010.
Swiss??tel Living: New Residence Concept Unveiled at Swiss??tel The Bosphorus, Istanbul
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ZURICH, January 27, 2011 – The first Swiss??tel Living, a new, exclusive residence concept by
Swiss??tel Hotels & Resorts, was recently unveiled at Swiss??tel The Bosphorus,
Istanbul. Sixty-three elegant apartments in a range of sizes, from studios to
1 …. Read the original article : Swiss??tel Living: New Residence Concept Unveiled at Swiss??tel The Bosphorus, Istanbul.
AstraZeneca – Q4 and Full-Year Results Interview
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – AstraZeneca said its full-year results had outperformed guidance, with
growth in emerging markets compensating for patent expiries and pricing
pressures from Western governments.
The company said a reallocation of resources had led to growth of 16 per
cent in its emerging markets, led by China where sales broke through …. Original article : AstraZeneca – Q4 and Full-Year Results Interview.
Technology of the Gods – Intelligence Automated – “Genius Switch” For Super Intelligence Invented
"3 and 4 Dimensional Automated-Intelligence for Instant Human and Mechanical Computer Thinking, Learning, Understanding and Using Knowledge." A Human and Artificial Intelligence Automation. (HAIA)
TORONTO, Canada, January 27, 2011 – A Canadian Company, VEZ Inc., has developed a methodology for "People to
turn on" the "Human Genius Switch" to allow people to instantly train
themselves to think …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Ogilvy & Mather Acquires Majority Stake in Ogilvy South Africa
NEW YORK, January 27, 2011 – Ogilvy & Mather today announced its agreement to acquire a majority stake
in Ogilvy South Africa (Ogilvy SA), subject to obtaining regulatory
approvals. Completed, the deal will increase Ogilvy & Mather's ownership of
the agency from a 49.9 to 59 percent stake.
Established in 1984, Ogilvy SA is …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Ogilvy & Mather Acquires Majority Stake in Ogilvy South Africa.
Roke Launches Technology First to Make Smartphones Smarter
ROMSEY, England, January 27, 2011 – Roke Manor Research has developed 'SmartSwitch', the world's first
intelligent network congestion and traffic manager that requires zero
infrastructure investment from network operators. By maximising battery life,
SmartSwitch also allows smartphone manufacturers to significantly improve
reliability and consumer satisfaction.
Unlike other connection managers, SmartSwitch only exists on the mobile
device. …. Original source : Roke Launches Technology First to Make Smartphones Smarter.
International Brand Desire 100 & UK Brand Desire 100 – Report 2010
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – A recent survey of 17,000 consumers has revealed the public's most
desired brands. The survey was conducted across the UK, USA, Germany, China
and Singapore. Many well known technology companies such as Apple and Google
dominate the top spots, however, car manufacturers such as BMW and luxury
fashion brands such as Cartier and …. Source article on Gaea Times at : International Brand Desire 100 & UK Brand Desire 100 – Report 2010.
Travelex’s GEO Marches Into Asia-Pacific
Travelex's GEO Commences Cross Border Payments for Rakuten Bank
LONDON, January 27, 2011 – Travelex Global Business Payments, the leading cross-border payment
services provider, today announced it has commenced international payments
services for Rakuten Bank, part of the Rakuten Group and one of Japan's
leading e-commerce companies, through its GEO international payments
platform.
Rakuten Group is … Original source on Gaea Times at : Travelex's GEO Marches Into Asia-Pacific.
Healthcare at Home Ltd Acquires Health Informatics Specialists Sciensus Ltd
Acquisition Brings Sophisticated Healthcare Data Capture and Reporting Capabilities
BURTON, England, January 27, 2011 – Healthcare at Home Ltd (www.hah.co.uk), Europe's
leading international provider of home-based healthcare and specialty
pharmacy services, is today pleased to announce that it has acquired Sciensus
Ltd, a provider of health informatics for clients across the NHS and the
pharmaceutical industry.
…. Original article on Gaea Times at : Healthcare at Home Ltd Acquires Health Informatics Specialists Sciensus Ltd.
TOPSGRUP Saves Costs of Up to 30% With Oracle?? Fusion Middleware
Oracle Press
Release
TOPSGRUP Saves Costs of Up to 30% With Oracle?? Fusion Middleware
New Delhi, India – January 25, 2011
News Facts
TOPSGRUP, India’s largest security group, valued at INR 20 billion, has cost savings of up to 30% with the successful implementation of Oracle?? BPEL Process Manager and Oracle?? Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) Suite …. Original article : TOPSGRUP Saves Costs of Up to 30% With Oracle?? Fusion Middleware.
ICANN Approves Short and Numeric-only .tel Domain Names
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – Telnic Limited (telnic.tel), the registry operator for
the .tel top level domain (TLD), today announced that, following the ICANN
board meeting conducted in January 2011, ICANN has now approved the release
of both short (such as jj.tel) and numeric-only (such as 442074676450.tel or
88.tel) .tel domain names for registration.
"I … Original source on Gaea Times at : ICANN Approves Short and Numeric-only .tel Domain Names.
“la Caixa” Creates Listed Company to Run Banking Operations
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – In an asset swap, "la Caxia" Group will transfer its banking business to
Criteria CaixaCorp , which will, in turn, become CaxiaBank.
The new bank will have an increased core capital ratio of above 10%, the
highest among Spain's largest banking groups.
"la Caixa" CEO … Read more »»».
Diageo Reserve World Class Bartender of the Year 2011
Delhi – India Announced as Host City for Global Final
SINGAPORE, January 28, 2011 – The highly anticipated final of WORLD CLASS 2011, an international
bartending competition recognized as the Oscars of the industry, will be
taking place in Delhi, India.
World Class is a global programme in its third year that celebrates the
craft …. Source : Gaea News Network.
PR Newswire Partners with Stockopedia for Online News Distribution
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – Stockopedia, the premier social media site for UK stock market investors,
and PR Newswire Europe, the global leader in news and information
distribution services for professional communicators, today announced a
content distribution partnership that broadens the scope and reach of
information, discussion and analysis of listed companies for Stockopedia
users.
"As …. Read the original article : PR Newswire Partners with Stockopedia for Online News Distribution.
The Secret Life of the Earl St. Maur (1835-1869)
MANCHESTER, England, January 28, 2011 – Newcastle-born, half-Spanish ex-Jazzman and British author, Joe A A
Silmon-Monerri, spent three decades compiling "THE SECRET LIFE OF THE EARL
ST. MAUR (1835-1869) – Was He My Great-Grandfather?". An enthralling,
revealing, generously illustrated, deeply educational read, it is an
action-packed mixed bag. Full details at:
www.thesecretlifeoftheearlstmaur.co.uk .
This paperback tome, … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : The Secret Life of the Earl St. Maur (1835-1869).
Solaris Mobile to Showcase at the GSM Mobile World Congress 2011
14th-17th February 2011, Barcelona
DUBLIN, January 28, 2011 – Solaris Mobile Ltd., the Dublin based operator of hybrid satellite and
terrestrial wireless networks, will showcase at the 2011 GSMA Mobile World
Congress in Barcelona from the 14th-17th February on the Enterprise Ireland
stand located in Hall 1, stand no. 1F17.
The team will be on …. Source : Solaris Mobile to Showcase at the GSM Mobile World Congress 2011.
Tommy Hilfiger Appoints Steve Chen as CEO of Tommy Hilfiger China
AMSTERDAM, January 28, 2011 – The Tommy Hilfiger Group announces the appointment of Mr.
Steve Chen as Chief Executive Officer of Tommy Hilfiger China, effective
immediately. This follows the Group's announcement in March 2010 that it will
assume direct control of the Tommy Hilfiger wholesale and retail distribution
in China from its licensee Dickson Concepts (International) Limited. The
Group's … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Tommy Hilfiger Appoints Steve Chen as CEO of Tommy Hilfiger China.
Oracle Introduces Oracle Financial Services Data Warehouse
The First Pre-built, Comprehensive and Readily Deployable Financial Services Data Warehouse is Now Certified for Oracle Software and Oracle Exadata Database Machine
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? Jan. 27, 2011
News Facts
Oracle today unveiled Oracle Financial Services Data Warehouse (www.oracle.com/us/industries/financial-services/data-warehouse-251217.html) .
Financial services institutions around the globe now find that many first-generation data warehouse …. Original source : Oracle Introduces Oracle Financial Services Data Warehouse.
Oracle Delivers Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise Feature Pack Amidst Wide Customer Adoption of Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.1
Oracle Offers Features to Customers on the Current Release Via a New Delivery Vehicle
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? Jan. 27, 2011
News Facts
Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.1 (www.oracle.com/us/products/applications/peoplesoft-enterprise/index.html) is the most significant release of PeopleSoft in the last ten years and large numbers of customers are adopting this latest release.
Adoption of PeopleSoft … Read more : Oracle Delivers Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise Feature Pack Amidst Wide Customer Adoption of Oracle’s PeopleSoft Enterprise 9.1.
Sky Television Reduces IT Complexity and Operational Costs with Oracle Database 11g, Oracle Real Application Clusters and Oracle Enterprise Manager
Oracle Database Consolidation Project Expected to Deliver ROI in 18 months
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? January 27, 2011
News Facts
Sky Television (www.skytv.co.nz/) , New Zealand’s pre-eminent pay television operator with more than 779,000 subscribers, including almost half of New Zealand homes, is consolidating and standardizing its technology environment on Oracle Database 11g (www.oracle.com/database) and …. Source : Sky Television Reduces IT Complexity and Operational Costs with Oracle Database 11g, Oracle Real Application Clusters and Oracle Enterprise Manager.
Oracle Financial Services Introduces Oracle Reveleus Liquidity Risk Management
New Product Helps Financial Institutions to Effectively Identify and Assess Liquidity Risk, Develop Strategies to Bridge Stressed Liquidity Gaps and Achieve Compliance
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? Jan. 27, 2011
News Facts
Oracle Financial Services (www.oracle.com/us/industries/financial-services/index.htm) today announced Oracle Reveleus Liquidity Risk Management (www.oracle.com/us/industries/financial-services/reveleus-liquidity-risk-management-193592.html) , the newest addition to the Oracle Financial Services Analytical Applications suite … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Oracle Financial Services Introduces Oracle Reveleus Liquidity Risk Management.
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Chooses Oracle’s Primavera Contract Management for $4.6 Billion Water System Improvement Program
Organization Creates Standardized Construction Management Information System Based on Oracle Primavera Solution
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? Jan. 27, 2011
News Facts
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) chose Oracle’s Primavera Contract Management (www.oracle.com/applications/primavera/primavera-contract-management.html) solution as the backbone of a construction management information system (CMIS) for its $4.6 billion Water System Improvement Program (sfwater.org/mc_main.cfm/MC_ID/35) (WSIP), …. Source article on Gaea Times at : San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Chooses Oracle’s Primavera Contract Management for $4.6 Billion Water System Improvement Program.
Leading Analyst Firm Positions Oracle as a Leader in Master Data Management
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? January 27, 2011
News Facts
Gartner, Inc. has placed Oracle Customer Hub in its “Magic Quadrant for Master Data Management of Customer Data (www.gartner.com/technology/media-products/reprints/oracle/article158/article158.html) “(1) and Oracle Product Hub in its recent “Magic Quadrant for Master Data Management of Product Data (www.gartner.com/technology/media-products/reprints/oracle/article155/article155.html) “(2).
The Gartner Magic Quadrants position …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Leading Analyst Firm Positions Oracle as a Leader in Master Data Management.
Intelligrated Upgrades to Oracle E-Business Suite 12.1 to Support Rapid Growth
New Application Suite Improves Efficiency and Accuracy of Complex Business Processes
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? Jan. 27, 2011
News Facts
To support its rapid growth, Intelligrated, Inc., a leading provider of automated material handling solutions, has upgraded to the Oracle E-Business Suite 12.1 (www.oracle.com/us/products/applications/036047.htm?origref=www.oracle.com/us/products/applications/ebusiness/index.htm) .
Faced with the complexities of integrating an acquisition that [..] Read the original article: here.
Lakeland Electric Selects Oracle Utilities Meter Data Management to Support Smart Grid Initiatives
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? January 27, 2011
News Facts
Lakeland Electric (www.lakelandelectric.com/) , Florida's third largest public power utility, has selected Oracle Utilities Meter Data Management (www.oracle.com/us/industries/utilities/046897.html) and Oracle Service Bus (www.oracle.com/technetwork/middleware/service-bus/overview/index.html) to support its smart grid initiatives.
As a recipient of Federal funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), …. Read the original article : here.
Oracle Utilities Improves GasTerra’s Operations with a Single Unified System
Redwood Shores, Calif. ??? January 27, 2011
News Facts
GasTerra (www.gasterra.nl/Pages/default.aspx) , one of Europe’s leading natural gas traders, has implemented four solutions from the Oracle Utilities family to increase speed in aligning its IT systems and to better support its rapidly changing business requirements.
Following GasTerra’s separation from sister gas transportation company, …. Source article : Oracle Utilities Improves GasTerra’s Operations with a Single Unified System.
Green Mountain Power Selects Oracle Utilities Solutions to Improve Customer Service and Support Smart Grid Initiatives
Redwood Shores, Calif. and Colchester, Vt. ??? January 27, 2011
News Facts
Green Mountain Power (www.greenmountainpower.com/) , a Vermont electric utility recognized for leadership and innovation, has selected a broad footprint of Oracle applications and technology solutions to enhance customer service, streamline billing processes, integrate work processes and support smart grid initiatives.
The utility, …. Original article : Green Mountain Power Selects Oracle Utilities Solutions to Improve Customer Service and Support Smart Grid Initiatives.
Harris Interactive(R) Appoints New U.K. Leadership
NEW YORK, January 27, 2011 – Harris Interactive Inc. (Nasdaq: HPOL), a leading innovative global
market research firm, today announced that Nathalie Perrio-Combeaux and
Patrick Van Bloeme, founders of Novatris, S.A., which was acquired by the
Company in 2004, have been named co-CEOs of the Company's U.K. operations,
effective February 1, 2011. Perrio-Combeaux and Van Bloeme, currently co-CEOs
of … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Harris Interactive(R) Appoints New U.K. Leadership.
UBM Announces the Launch of an Intelligent Technology Platform to Make Buying and Selling of Container Slot Capacity More Efficient for the Maritime Industry
NEWARK, New Jersey, January 27, 2011 – UBM through UBM Global Trade announces a container slot e-marketplace
being launched by its subsidiary, JOC Exchange (www.jocexchange.com).
This intelligent online technology automates how the global ocean
freight community is able to buy and sell available spot market container
slots.
The online marketplaces are hosted by UBM in …. Read the original article : here.
Lenovo (West China) Operation Center Ground-breaking Ceremony in Chengdu Hi-tech Zone
CHENGDU, China, January 29, 2011 – Lenovo (West China) Operation Center Ground-breaking ceremony will be
held in Chengdu Hi-tech Zone on January 29, 2011. In terms of production,
according to the agreement between Lenovo and Chengdu Hi-tech Zone, this
project, with designed annual production capacity of ten million PCs, will
start production in late 2011. Regarding research and … Original source on Gaea Times at : Lenovo (West China) Operation Center Ground-breaking Ceremony in Chengdu Hi-tech Zone.
NetQin’s CEO Addresses Mobile Internet Issues at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2011
DAVOS, Switzerland, January 29, 2011 – NetQin Mobile Inc., a global leader in mobile security services, today
announced that the Company's CEO & Founder, Dr. Lin Yu, participated in an
interactive discussion of "What does the world really need to know about
modern China?" at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2011 in Davos,
Switzerland from January 26 to … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : NetQin's CEO Addresses Mobile Internet Issues at World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2011.
Nalco Announces Price Increases in Europe, Africa and the Middle East
NAPERVILLE, Illinois, January 28, 2011 – Nalco (NYSE: NLC), providing essential expertise for water, energy and
air, is implementing a price increase for customers across the Europe, Africa
and Middle East (EAME) region, effective Feb. 1 or as contracts permit.
Increases will average from 5 to 15 percent, in line with those recently
announced globally. They are focused … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nalco Announces Price Increases in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Fannie Mae Releases December 2010 Monthly Summary
WASHINGTON, January 28, 2011 – Fannie Mae's (OTC Bulletin Board: FNMA) December 2010 Monthly Summary is
now available at www.fanniemae.com/ir/monthly. The monthly summary
report contains information about Fannie Mae's monthly and year-to-date
activities for our gross mortgage portfolio, mortgage-backed securities and
other guarantees, interest rate risk measures, and serious delinquency rates.
Fannie Mae exists to … Read more >>.
Northrop Grumman Highlights Industry Leading ISR Capabilities at Aero India 2011
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) is highlighting its
industry-leading range of capabilities in intelligence, surveillance and
reconnaissance (ISR) including airborne early warning and control systems for
maritime reconnaissance, fire control radars and unmanned aerial vehicles, at
the Aero India 2011 exhibition and air show.
Aero India, organised by the Defence …. Read the original article : here.
Tetragon Financial Group Limited (Tfg) Announces Update on its Share Repurchase Program
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – TFGtoday announces in furtherance of its share repurchase program
announced on November 30, 2007, that for the period of January 24, 2011
through January 28, 2011 TFG purchased 50,000of its shares for an average
price of U.S. $6.60per share.
About Tetragon:
Tetragon Financial Group Limited (TFG) … Original article on : Tetragon Financial Group Limited (Tfg) Announces Update on its Share Repurchase Program.
Scotia Capital Welcomes Cesare Roselli to Expanded Global Fixed Income Team in Europe
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – Scotia Capital, the wholesale banking arm of Scotiabank, today announced
that Cesare Roselli has joined the firm's fixed income team in London as
Managing Director and Head of Sovereign, Supranational and Agency (SSA)
Origination in Europe.
"Cesare Roselli's strong ties with European public borrowers will be
important to build a … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Scotia Capital Welcomes Cesare Roselli to Expanded Global Fixed Income Team in Europe.
Suntech Power Receives the “Murphy&Spitz Global Leader Award 2011″ at the World Economic Forum 2011 in Davos
The Annual M&S Research Report on Environmental and Sustainability Standards in the Photovoltaic Industry Will be Published Monday
BONN, Germany, January 28, 2011 – Dr. Zhengrong Shi, founder and CEO of Suntech Power, received the
"Murphy&Spitz Global Leader Award 2011" at the World Economic Forum. With the
award, Murphy&Spitz honors Dr. Shi's company for its exemplary environmental
and … Read : Suntech Power Receives the "Murphy&Spitz Global Leader Award 2011" at the World Economic Forum 2011 in Davos.
Tablet PCs the New Revolution for Mobiles
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – Tablet PCs (www.mobiles.co.uk/tablet-pcs.html) are set to
revolutionize our mobile computing experience through their convergence of IT
and telecoms.
Mobile phones (www.mobiles.co.uk/) have been getting increasingly
sophisticated with introduction of the Smartphone (
www.mobiles.co.uk/smartphones.html) in the last few years. We are now
used to browsing the internet, listening to music and answering …. Read the original article : Tablet PCs the New Revolution for Mobiles.
CORRECTION: ‘SOS Poison’ Smartphone app Saves Lives
CORRECTION: For UK residents please visit the USA app store to download the SOS poison app.
ALMERE, The Netherlands, January 28, 2011 – What do you do when a child has eaten a buttercup? Should you induce
vomiting in a child when it has drunk bleach? Everyone with a smartphone can
immediately find answers to these types …. Read the original article : CORRECTION: 'SOS Poison' Smartphone app Saves Lives.
UK Government and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Announce New Commitment to Eradicating Polio
Citing dramatic gains achieved with polio vaccines, Prime Minister David Cameron, Bill and Melinda Gates call on world leaders to finish the job
DAVOS, Switzerland, January 28, 2011 – British Prime Minister David Cameron said today that the United Kingdom
would double its current contribution to polio eradication.
Mr Cameron called on other … Original source on Gaea Times at : UK Government and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Announce New Commitment to Eradicating Polio.
Fannie Mae Prices New Issue 3-Year Benchmark Notes(R) Due February 27, 2014
WASHINGTON, January 28, 2011 – The following is being issued by Fannie Mae (OTC Bulletin Board: FNMA):
3-Year
Pricing Date January … Read more : Fannie Mae Prices New Issue 3-Year Benchmark Notes(R) Due February 27, 2014.
Littlewoods Europe Launches New Season Collection for Spring 2011
SPEKE, England, January 28, 2011 – Littlewoods Europe has announced the launch of its new season collection
featuring over 10,000 new product lines. The new collection includes over
6,000 new fashion lines for the whole family with extensive ranges for women,
men and kids. Almost 2,000 ladies fashion lines in plus sizes are available.
…. Source article on Gaea Times at : Littlewoods Europe Launches New Season Collection for Spring 2011.
C&G Bank of Grandma and Grandpa
LONDON, January 28, 2011 – 'Silver savers' put away just over GBP1k a year for their grandchildren;
according to new research by C&G Savings. As a result, many grandchildren
could be handed nest eggs of up to GBP20k by their grandparents at some stage
during their life. With yearly contributions hitting GBP1,094 and the
majority of 'silver savers' … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : C&G Bank of Grandma and Grandpa.
Ukrainian Corruption Beats Records: $11 Billion in 2008-2009
KYIV, Ukraine, January 28, 2011 – The results of the 2010 audit conducted by the State financial
inspection (SFI) of Ukraine, revealed fiscal violations of 90 billion
Ukrainian hryvnia (approx. $11 billion). The misuse of public funds takes up
to one-third of all identified violations, according to Petro Andreyev, head
of the State financial inspection of Ukraine.
…. Original article on Gaea Times at : Ukrainian Corruption Beats Records: $11 Billion in 2008-2009.
1st Pan European Gaming & Social Responsibility Forum in Athens – 3rd of February 2011
Is Responsible Gaming a Marketing Tool of the Companies That are Active in this Industry or it is the Infusion of Corporate Philosophy That a Gaming Company Adopts?
ATHENS, Greece, January 28, 2011 – For the first time in Europe a dedicated conference referring
to the "Gaming & Social Responsibility" will take place in Athens on …. Source : 1st Pan European Gaming & Social Responsibility Forum in Athens – 3rd of February 2011.
Android Smart Devices Now Business-Ready With New 2X Client
The New 2X Client Transforms any Smart Devices Running on Google's Android OS Into Full Remote Windows Clients
DALLAS, January 28, 2011 – 2X software today announced the new 2X Client for Android. Users can now
access published applications and desktops on their mobile Android devices.
Enterprises can utilize the 2X Client for Android (
www.2x.com/virtualdesktop/android/) on any … Read : Android Smart Devices Now Business-Ready With New 2X Client.
Fannie Mae Redemption
WASHINGTON, January 28, 2011 – 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:
…. Read the original article : Fannie Mae Redemption.
Foster Care Associates Provides an Alternative Route Into Fostering Through Parent and Child Placements
BROMSGROVE, England, January 28, 2011 – Foster Care Associates (FCA) has stepped up its recruitment campaign to
attract more parent and child foster carers across the south of England.
Foster Care Associates (FCA) has reacted to the increased demand for
parent and child foster carers across the South of England through a
refocussed carer … Read : Foster Care Associates Provides an Alternative Route Into Fostering Through Parent and Child Placements.
How far are You Willing to go for Your Friend’s Stag Do?
HEREFORD, England, January 28, 2011 – Stag dos are getting bigger and better with some best men going to the
ends of the earth to give their best mate something different for their stag
weekend.
A higher number of stag parties jetted off to Las Vegas for the weekend
in 2010, possibly encouraged to …. Source : Gaea News Network.
Timing Your Spread Betting Entries and Exits
LONDON, January 29, 2011 – Timing is vital in every form of financial trading, and spread betting
(www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting/) is no exception. The points at
which you open and close a financial spread betting position dictate the size
of any profit or loss you eventually make. It is therefore vital that you
learn to enter and exit your spread … Original source on Gaea Times at : Timing Your Spread Betting Entries and Exits.