PR Hub – Newsletter for February 4, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
First Study Estimates Economic Impact of Dengue Illness in Americas at $2.1 Billion Per Year
DEERFIELD, Illinios, February 4, 2011 – The first assessment of the total cost of dengue illness in
the Americas reveals the economic burden to be approximately $2.1
billion per year, exceeding that from other viral illnesses including
human papillomavirus (HPV) and rotavirus. Results of the
study conducted by Brandeis University were released in the February issue of
the American … Read more >>.
Millions of Cancer Cases are Preventable – Lifestyle Factors key to Saving Lives
Latest Cancer Preventability Data Released to Mark World Cancer Day
GENEVA, February 4, 2011 – On World Cancer Day, new independent evidence confirms that the
increasing global trend of unhealthy and sedentary lifestyles is responsible
for putting millions at an unnecessarily high risk of cancer.
To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:
… Read : Millions of Cancer Cases are Preventable – Lifestyle Factors key to Saving Lives.
Virgin Money Joins comparethemarket.com to Offer Customers Greater Choice and an Even Better Deal
LONDON, February 4, 2011 – comparethemarket.com, one of the UK's leading price comparison websites,
is pleased to welcome Virgin Money to its panel for car and home insurance
(www.comparethemarket.com/home-insurance/) products. Virgin, with over
2.5 million customers already, will bring its expertise and product range to
the comparison website. Both brands offer similar assurances on great value
and better deals, … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Virgin Money Joins comparethemarket.com to Offer Customers Greater Choice and an Even Better Deal.
Transline Resource Group Reports Record Results For Second Year Running
Supply Chain Recruiter Picks Up Public Sector Slack And Secures Bumper ASOS Contract In The Process
HALIFAX, England, February 4, 2011 – Driver and industrial recruitment firm, 'Transline Resource Group' posts
its 2010 financial results. It recorded a record turnover of GBP44m – an
incredible 43% increase on GBP25m turnover posted in 2009 – also a record
year. …. Original source : Transline Resource Group Reports Record Results For Second Year Running.
Valeo Files Record Number of Patents in 2010
PARIS, February 4, 2011 – Valeo announces that it filed a record number of patents in
2010. The Group filed 612 initial patents throughout the year, an increase of
more than 20% versus the average of the past five years. This places Valeo
among the top patent filers in France.
CEO Jacques Aschenbroich declared: … Read more »».
DQ E and ZDF Enterprises to Co-Produce Second Series of the Jungle Book
Budget Euro 9m
HYDERABAD, India, February 4, 2011 – DQ E, the global entertainment production and distribution company, today
announces the signing of a coproduction agreement with ZDF Enterprises,
Germany, for a second season of the 3D HD animated series Jungle Book, 52
episodes of 11 minutes each.
ZDF Enterprises, together with German Pubcaster ZDF, …. Original article : DQ E and ZDF Enterprises to Co-Produce Second Series of the Jungle Book.
Europe’s Real Estate Industry Must Adapt to Tougher Regulations, Tighter Credit: Emerging Trends in Real Estate(R): Europe 2011
LONDON, February 4, 2011 – Tougher regulations, Austerity Europe, the sovereign debt crisis, and a
still-tight lending market will challenge Europe's real estate industry in
2011, according to Emerging Trends in Real Estate(R) 2011, published by PwC
and the Urban Land Institute (ULI).
(Logo: photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100310/ULILOGO)
The highly regarded commercial real estate … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Europe's Real Estate Industry Must Adapt to Tougher Regulations, Tighter Credit: Emerging Trends in Real Estate(R): Europe 2011.
New Ballast Nedam Organization Structure
Ballast Nedam is Bringing its Organization Further Into Line With the Strategy of Strengthening its Position on the Growing Integrated Contracts Market
NIEUWEGEIN, The Netherlands, February 4, 2011 – Ballast Nedam is departing from the current structure with separate
Building & Development and Infrastructure divisions. Instead, there will be
six clusters based on products and processes. A …. Original article on Gaea Times at : New Ballast Nedam Organization Structure.
USANA Health Sciences Improves Operational Efficiency with Oracle E-Business Suite 12.1
New Functionality Helps Health and Nutrition Leader Streamline Manufacturing and Financial Processes
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News Facts
To increase operational efficiency across its global business units, USANA Health Sciences, a developer and manufacturer of high-quality nutritionals, personal care, energy and weight management products, has upgraded to the Oracle E-Business Suite …. Source : USANA Health Sciences Improves Operational Efficiency with Oracle E-Business Suite 12.1.
Banco Santander Chile Announces Fourth Quarter 2010 Earnings
SANTIAGO, Chile, February 3, 2011 – Banco Santander Chile (NYSE: SAN; SSE: Bsantander) announced today its
unaudited results for the fourth quarter and full year 2010. These results
are reported on a consolidated basis in accordance with Chilean GAAP in
nominal Chilean pesos.
In 4Q10, net income attributable to shareholders(1) totaled Ch$93,872
million (Ch$0.50 per … Read more >>.
Colony Capital Partnering With Argent Management to Manage $1.2 Billion U.S. Land Portfolios
Colony Capital is Among Largest Participants in FDIC Structured Transactions
IRVINE, California, February 3, 2011 – Colony Capital, a leading global real estate investment and advisory
firm, is partnering with Argent Management LLC to acquire and manage a $800
million portfolio of real estate acquisition, development and construction
(ADC) loans that Colony recently acquired from the Federal Deposit … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Colony Capital Partnering With Argent Management to Manage $1.2 Billion U.S. Land Portfolios.
Hitachi Integrates Luidia’s eBeam Technology; Introduces Ultimate Interactive Short Throw Projectors
eBeam technology revolutionizes interactive short throw projectors with digital capabilities that enhance delivery of information, capture input, and elevate viewer engagement and group collaboration
AMSTERDAM, February 3, 2011 – Luidia, Inc. (www.luidia.com), the innovative developer of
interactive technology and solutions, today announced that the company has
formed a partnership with Hitachi's projector division. Hitachi has selected
Luidia's award-winning …. Source article on Gaea Times at : Hitachi Integrates Luidia's eBeam Technology; Introduces Ultimate Interactive Short Throw Projectors.
Tracesmart’s Rapid Expansion Leads to Office Move
CARDIFF, Wales, February 3, 2011 – Tracesmart the Cardiff-based consumer data specialist has relocated to
Global Reach following recent significant growth. The company has transferred
its 80 employees from three office locations to a single headquarters; a
brand new, high-tech and environmentally friendly office complex in Cardiff
Bay, providing a centralised workforce and further scope for expansion.
… Original source on Gaea Times at : Tracesmart's Rapid Expansion Leads to Office Move.
Independent Global Study Confirms IsatPhone Pro as the Ultimate Handheld Satellite Phone
IsatPhone Pro Performance and Features Compared to Iridium 9555 and Thuraya XT
LONDON, February 3, 2011 – An independent study of three latest-generation handheld satellite phones
has validated Inmarsat's claims for IsatPhone Pro, and concluded that it
outperforms the Iridium 9555 and Thuraya XT in a number of critical areas.
The global research programme, …. Original article : Independent Global Study Confirms IsatPhone Pro as the Ultimate Handheld Satellite Phone.
Radisson Blu Lyon Announces Commitment to Sustainable Tourism
BRUSSELS, February 3, 2011 – Radisson Blu Lyon has announced it is committed to developing sustainable
tourism. Initiatives that are being put in place include helping children at
local orphanages, reducing the paper consumption levels in the hotel and
inviting guests to visit 'green' places of interest.
The Radisson Blu Lyon hotel (www.radissonblu.com/hotel-lyon)
possesses The … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Radisson Blu Lyon Announces Commitment to Sustainable Tourism.
Kootenay Reports Assay Results From 15 Holes on Promontorio; Drilling Returns Consistent Silver Grades & Widespread Silver Mineralization Extending From 43-101 Pit Discovery Zone (Silver Resource)
Shares Outstanding: 44,373,100
VANCOUVER, February 3, 2011 – Kootenay Gold Inc. (TSX VENTURE: KTN.V) is pleased to announce assay
results from an additional 15 drill holes as part of a 10,000 meter, ongoing,
multi-phase drilling program on its Promontorio Silver Project in Sonora,
Mexico. To view map please visit:
www.kootenaygold.ca/i/projects/Promontorio/drillingupdate20110203.pdf
The 15 Drill holes encountered consistent …. Source : Kootenay Reports Assay Results From 15 Holes on Promontorio; Drilling Returns Consistent Silver Grades & Widespread Silver Mineralization Extending From 43-101 Pit Discovery Zone (Silver Resource).
Maurel & Prom – Strong Growth in 2010 Sales to EUR345.8 Million
Gabon: Entitled Production of 12,051 boepd in 2010 (365 Days)
PARIS, February 3, 2011 – Sales for FY 2010 up 80% over 2009
(In EUR m) Q1 2010 Q2 2010 Q3 2010 Q4 2010 2010 2009 Chg. 2008 Chg.
…. Read the original article : Maurel & Prom – Strong Growth in 2010 Sales to EUR345.8 Million.
Need Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas? Paradizo Reveals the Most Romantic Valentine Gifts
BARCELONA, February 3, 2011 – As February brings in a freezing chill, Valentine's Day is heating up and
sprinkling hearts, lace, reds and pinks all over. Forgo the tired ideas of
chocolates and flowers and give a truly spectacular Valentine's Day gift. The
luxury vacation (paradizo.com/) experts at Paradizo have named their
top ideas for Valentine's Day gifts …. Original article on Gaea Times at : Need Last-Minute Valentine's Day Ideas? Paradizo Reveals the Most Romantic Valentine Gifts.
Nissan Achieves Highest Market Share in Europe for 15 Years
ROLLE, Switzerland, February 3, 2011 – A surge in sales and market-share has seen Nissan overtake rivals to post
its highest market share in Europe since 1995.
2010 Highlights in Europe:
– 547,000 unit sales (up 13% vs 2009)
– Market Share growth continues; highest for …. Original source : Nissan Achieves Highest Market Share in Europe for 15 Years.
Woomi Goes Live on Samsung Smart TVs Across the UK
European rollout of the Global Connected TV marketplace under way
LONDON, February 3, 2011 – Miniweb, the leading cloud-based video distribution platform for
connected TVs, announced today that woomi (www.woomi.tv
,twitter.com/woomitv), the new connected TV destination, is now live
across the UK on all Samsung smart TVs that feature the Internet@TV portal.
The UK launch … Original article on : Woomi Goes Live on Samsung Smart TVs Across the UK.