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Green Boom Expands Product Line to The Home Depot

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Donnerstag, März 28, 2024

Green Boom , the world’s first compostable oil absorbent supplier, announced today that its environmentally friendly and compostable product line is now available at The Home Depot.

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  • Green Boom , the world’s first compostable oil absorbent supplier, announced today that its environmentally friendly and compostable product line is now available at The Home Depot.
  • The availability of Green Boom products at The Home Depot allows consumers to make more sustainable choices in their everyday lives.
  • By partnering with Green Boom, retailers like Home Depot are meeting consumer demand and driving positive change toward a more sustainable future.
  • “We’re honored to have The Home Depot carry our product line, offering consumers an eco-friendly, fully compostable oil absorbent for the first time,” shared Nicholle Wersland, president and global COO of Green Boom.

Boom Supersonic Announces Successful Flight of XB-1 Demonstrator Aircraft

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Freitag, März 22, 2024

MOJAVE, Calif. and DENVER, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, Overture, today announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world's first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. Like Overture, XB-1 leverages state-of-the-art technologies to enable efficient supersonic flight including carbon fiber composites, advanced avionics, digitally-optimized aerodynamics, and an advanced supersonic propulsion system.

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  • Like Overture, XB-1 leverages state-of-the-art technologies to enable efficient supersonic flight including carbon fiber composites, advanced avionics, digitally-optimized aerodynamics, and an advanced supersonic propulsion system.
  • "Today, XB-1 took flight in the same hallowed airspace where the Bell X-1 first broke the sound barrier in 1947," said Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic.
  • XB-1 was flown by Boom Chief Test Pilot Bill "Doc" Shoemaker and Test Pilot Tristan "Geppetto" Brandenburg flew the T-38 chase aircraft which monitored the flight.
  • Supersonic intakes: XB-1's engine intakes slow supersonic air to subsonic speeds, efficiently converting kinetic energy into pressure energy, allowing conventional jet engines to power XB-1 from takeoff through supersonic flight.

Boom Supersonic Announces Successful Flight of XB-1 Demonstrator Aircraft

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Freitag, März 22, 2024

MOJAVE, Calif. and DENVER, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, Overture, today announced the successful flight of XB-1, the world's first independently developed supersonic jet, at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California. Like Overture, XB-1 leverages state-of-the-art technologies to enable efficient supersonic flight including carbon fiber composites, advanced avionics, digitally-optimized aerodynamics, and an advanced supersonic propulsion system.

Key Points: 
  • Like Overture, XB-1 leverages state-of-the-art technologies to enable efficient supersonic flight including carbon fiber composites, advanced avionics, digitally-optimized aerodynamics, and an advanced supersonic propulsion system.
  • "Today, XB-1 took flight in the same hallowed airspace where the Bell X-1 first broke the sound barrier in 1947," said Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic.
  • XB-1 was flown by Boom Chief Test Pilot Bill "Doc" Shoemaker and Test Pilot Tristan "Geppetto" Brandenburg flew the T-38 chase aircraft which monitored the flight.
  • Supersonic intakes: XB-1's engine intakes slow supersonic air to subsonic speeds, efficiently converting kinetic energy into pressure energy, allowing conventional jet engines to power XB-1 from takeoff through supersonic flight.

Labster Appoints Edtech Veteran Shawn Boom as New CEO

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Mittwoch, Januar 10, 2024

CEO and co-founder Michael Bodekaer Jensen will transition to Executive Board Member, while edtech veteran Shawn Boom will become the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer.

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  • CEO and co-founder Michael Bodekaer Jensen will transition to Executive Board Member, while edtech veteran Shawn Boom will become the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240110648602/en/
    CEO and co-founder Michael Bodekaer Jensen (right) will transition to Executive Board Member, while edtech veteran Shawn Boom (left) will become the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer.
  • Most recently, he spent nearly six years with K-12 and non-profit focused fintech provider Vanco, serving as CEO and Executive Chairman.
  • Shawn Boom, with his proven track record and deep understanding of the edtech sector, is the ideal leader for Labster at this pivotal moment.

Boom & Bucket Unveils Innovative API for Heavy Equipment Market Insights

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Montag, Januar 8, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom & Bucket, a pioneering digital dealer in used heavy equipment, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking API, poised to revolutionize the way businesses access and utilize market data in the heavy equipment sector.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom & Bucket, a pioneering digital dealer in used heavy equipment, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking API, poised to revolutionize the way businesses access and utilize market data in the heavy equipment sector.
  • The API, specifically tailored for equipment operators, financial service providers, and equipment dealers, seamlessly integrates with equipment management software.
  • This extensive database provides customers with real-time valuation metrics, disposal insights, and channel guidance, making it an indispensable tool in the heavy equipment market.
  • "It's not just about providing data; it's about empowering businesses with the insights they need to make smarter, more informed decisions in the ever-evolving heavy equipment market."

Boom Supersonic selects Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck for Overture aircraft

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Donnerstag, Dezember 14, 2023

DENVER and PHOENIX, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, has selected the Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck for its Overture aircraft. As part of the agreement between the two companies, Honeywell's next-generation flight deck and its modular avionics platform will be incorporated into Overture.

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  • DENVER and PHOENIX, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic , the company building the world's fastest airliner, has selected the Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck for its Overture aircraft.
  • The Honeywell Anthem flight deck will be tailored for Overture's specific mission requirements, helping to enable exceptional situational awareness and enhanced safety.
  • Honeywell successfully completed the first flight of its Anthem integrated flight deck using its Pilatus PC-12 test aircraft in May 2023, paving the way for Federal Aviation Administration certification.
  • "Honeywell has an extensive history of aerospace innovation and shares our vision of a faster future through sustainable supersonic flight," said Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic.

Boom Supersonic selects Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck for Overture aircraft

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Donnerstag, Dezember 14, 2023

DENVER and PHOENIX, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, has selected the Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck for its Overture aircraft. As part of the agreement between the two companies, Honeywell's next-generation flight deck and its modular avionics platform will be incorporated into Overture.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER and PHOENIX, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic , the company building the world's fastest airliner, has selected the Honeywell Anthem integrated flight deck for its Overture aircraft.
  • The Honeywell Anthem flight deck will be tailored for Overture's specific mission requirements, helping to enable exceptional situational awareness and enhanced safety.
  • Honeywell successfully completed the first flight of its Anthem integrated flight deck using its Pilatus PC-12 test aircraft in May 2023, paving the way for Federal Aviation Administration certification.
  • "Honeywell has an extensive history of aerospace innovation and shares our vision of a faster future through sustainable supersonic flight," said Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic.

Boom Supersonic and Latecoere Sign Strategic Supplier Agreement for Overture and Symphony

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Donnerstag, November 16, 2023

DENVER and TOULOUSE, France, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, announced today it has selected tier-one aerospace leader Latecoere to join its growing network of global suppliers. As part of the agreement, Latecoere's engineering team in Toulouse, France will work with Boom engineers to define the complete electrical wiring interconnection system (EWIS) architecture, a key system for both Overture and Symphony.

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  • As part of the agreement, Latecoere's engineering team in Toulouse, France will work with Boom engineers to define the complete electrical wiring interconnection system (EWIS) architecture, a key system for both Overture and Symphony.
  • The EWIS will comprise over 103 kilometers (64 miles) of wiring, requiring more than 45,000 electrical connections, guaranteeing optimal safety and system reliability for Overture and Symphony.
  • "At Boom, we continue to bring together the world's leading suppliers on Overture and Symphony to make sustainable supersonic air travel a reality."
  • Boom continues to progress toward production, lining-up many of its critical aerostructures and systems suppliers for both Overture and Symphony.

Boom Supersonic and Latecoere Sign Strategic Supplier Agreement for Overture and Symphony

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Donnerstag, November 16, 2023

DENVER and TOULOUSE, France, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, announced today it has selected tier-one aerospace leader Latecoere to join its growing network of global suppliers. As part of the agreement, Latecoere's engineering team in Toulouse, France will work with Boom engineers to define the complete electrical wiring interconnection system (EWIS) architecture, a key system for both Overture and Symphony.

Key Points: 
  • As part of the agreement, Latecoere's engineering team in Toulouse, France will work with Boom engineers to define the complete electrical wiring interconnection system (EWIS) architecture, a key system for both Overture and Symphony.
  • The EWIS will comprise over 103 kilometers (64 miles) of wiring, requiring more than 45,000 electrical connections, guaranteeing optimal safety and system reliability for Overture and Symphony.
  • "At Boom, we continue to bring together the world's leading suppliers on Overture and Symphony to make sustainable supersonic air travel a reality."
  • Boom continues to progress toward production, lining-up many of its critical aerostructures and systems suppliers for both Overture and Symphony.

Boom Supersonic Announces New Aircraft, Engine, and Investment Milestones

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Donnerstag, November 9, 2023

DENVER, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boom Supersonic, the company building the world's fastest airliner, announced today multiple milestones across the Overture airliner, Symphony engine, and XB-1 supersonic demonstrator programs. The company also confirmed closing of an investment round, including a strategic investment from the NEOM Investment Fund (NIF). Boom's total funding to date now exceeds $700 million.

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  • The company also confirmed closing of an investment round, including a strategic investment from the NEOM Investment Fund (NIF).
  • "Our goal is to bring the world closer together through faster flights," said Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic.
  • Announced on October 24, the NEOM Investment Fund is the strategic investment arm of NEOM, the sustainable regional development in northwest Saudi Arabia.
  • The NIF investment now takes Boom's total funding from investment and other capital sources to more than $700 million.