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Accela Closes Fiscal Year with 31 Percent Increase in SaaS Annual Recurring Revenue, 36 Percent Increase in New Account Acquisition, and 117 Percent Net Customer Retention

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Mardi, août 8, 2023
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SAN RAMON, Calif., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Accela, the trusted provider of cloud solutions at the heart of government operations, today announced it closed the 2023 fiscal year with increases of 31 percent in SaaS annual recurring revenue (ARR) and 36 percent in new accounts signed, as well as net customer retention of 117 percent. Professional services bookings also grew nearly 50 percent. The company was also recognized as a Microsoft Partner of the Year for the fourth consecutive year.

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  • Over the past fiscal year, Accela announced several landmark deals, including a 10-year, $6.2 million contract to lead Merced County, California's digital transformation.
  • The county chose Accela for its single platform approach and ability to dissolve boundaries between departments.
  • In the quarter ending June 30, 2023, Accela announced a 19 percent increase in total ARR and continued 117 percent in net customer retention.
  • Accela was also shortlisted for the 2023 SaaS Awards in the Best Enterprise-Level SaaS Product (USA) category for its leadership in delivering SaaS solutions.

California Water Service Opens 2023 Firefighter Grant Program

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Mardi, août 1, 2023
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SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its ongoing commitment to local fire departments and first responders, California Water Service (Cal Water) today opened its fifth annual Firefighter Grant Program.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its ongoing commitment to local fire departments and first responders, California Water Service (Cal Water) today opened its fifth annual Firefighter Grant Program.
  • Since the program launched in 2019, it has provided more than $668,000 in grants to local fire departments.
  • Thanks to a 2021 grant from Cal Water, the Los Angeles County Fire Department was able to purchase an automatic-filling, high-capacity, helicopter dip tank—which allows aerial firefighters to fill helicopter water tanks faster and drop more water per hour.
  • The grants are part of California Water Service Group’s stockholder-funded philanthropic giving program and do not affect customers’ rates.

Anheuser-Busch Delivering More Than 47,000 Cans Of Emergency Drinking Water To 20 Alabama Fire Departments

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Lundi, juillet 24, 2023
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This summer, more than 47,000 cans will be donated to 20 fire departments across Alabama to help them prepare for and respond in times of crisis and long incident at home.

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  • This summer, more than 47,000 cans will be donated to 20 fire departments across Alabama to help them prepare for and respond in times of crisis and long incident at home.
  • The water donations to Alabama fire departments are designed to deliver on this critical need, as well as to support the communities where Anheuser Busch's customers live and work.
  • "Emergency drinking water is critical for firefighters' safety and ability to respond to crises at home each year," said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch.
  • Since the creation of its emergency drinking water program in 1988, Anheuser-Busch has donated more than 90 million cans of clean drinking water to U.S. communities affected by natural disasters and other crises.

TEAMSTER FIREFIGHTERS HAVE NO CONFIDENCE IN CCFD CHIEF BARRON, DEMAND IMMEDIATE REMOVAL

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Vendredi, juillet 21, 2023
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BURLINGAME, Calif., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Members of the Central County Firefighters Union, which is affiliated with Teamsters Local 856, have determined they have no confidence in Central County Fire Department (CCFD) Chief Bruce Barron's ability to effectively perform his duties and feel he is unfit to lead. The firefighters are calling for Chief Barron's immediate removal.

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  • The firefighters are calling for Chief Barron's immediate removal.
  • "Chief Barron's toxic management style is antithetical to the department's core values of honesty, integrity, respect, leadership, accountability, teamwork, and professionalism," CCFD union leadership said.
  • Notice of the no confidence vote results were delivered to Burlingame City Manager, CCFD Chief Administrative Officer Lisa Goldman, and members of the CCFD Board of Directors in late June.
  • Since then, Chief Barron has announced his intention to retire in October, however, the firefighters are demanding his immediate removal.

D'Ambrosio joins Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute as Chief Development Officer

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Lundi, juillet 17, 2023
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DETROIT, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute welcomes Arnold D'Ambrosio as the new Chief Development Officer (CDO), effective Monday, July 10, 2023. D'Ambrosio, a Detroit native, brings the National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center over 30 years of donor relations, fundraising and major gifts experience, with over a decade of that time in mission-driven healthcare giving.

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute welcomes Arnold D'Ambrosio as the new Chief Development Officer (CDO), effective Monday, July 10, 2023.
  • He will provide leadership, oversight, and philanthropic stewardship and manage the day-to-day operations of the Karmanos Development Department.
  • To effectively cultivate and generate philanthropic support for the Karmanos Cancer Foundation , Karmanos Cancer Institute and Karmanos Cancer Hospital.
  • He will report directly to the president and CEO of the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and provide continuing support to the Foundation's board of directors.

Hospital for Special Surgery and NCH Healthcare System Appoint David L. Helfet, MD, Executive Medical Director of HSS at NCH

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Lundi, juillet 10, 2023
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NAPLES, Fla., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and NCH Healthcare System today announced that David L. Helfet, MD , renowned HSS orthopedic trauma surgeon, has been appointed Executive Medical Director of HSS at NCH, the collaboration formed to bring high quality orthopedic care to southwest Florida.

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  • NAPLES, Fla., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and NCH Healthcare System today announced that David L. Helfet, MD , renowned HSS orthopedic trauma surgeon, has been appointed Executive Medical Director of HSS at NCH, the collaboration formed to bring high quality orthopedic care to southwest Florida.
  • The pioneering collaboration is part of the transformation of NCH to become an Advanced Community Healthcare System™.
  • The two organizations are collaborating to design and build the most advanced medical facility for HSS at NCH, at the North Naples Hospital campus.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. David L. Helfet as the Executive Medical Director of HSS at NCH," said NCH President and CEO Paul Hiltz.

Anheuser-Busch Delivering More Than 75,000 Cans Of Emergency Drinking Water To Texas Fire Departments

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Lundi, juillet 10, 2023
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Firefighters and first responders in our communities rely on clean drinking water to stay hydrated in times of need; yet volunteer fire departments often lack the budget and resources to supply.

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  • Firefighters and first responders in our communities rely on clean drinking water to stay hydrated in times of need; yet volunteer fire departments often lack the budget and resources to supply.
  • "Emergency drinking water is critical for firefighters' safety and ability to respond to crises at home each year," said NVFC Chair Steve Hirsch.
  • "The emergency drinking water will help ensure our volunteer firefighters stay hydrated as they put their lives on the line for the greater good of Poteet.
  • Since the creation of its emergency drinking water program in 1988, Anheuser-Busch has donated more than 90 million cans of clean drinking water to U.S. communities affected by natural disasters and other crises.

Collaboration of Fire Authorities in the United Kingdom Select MSA Safety's M1 Breathing Apparatus

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Lundi, juillet 10, 2023
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PITTSBURGH, July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) today announced it has been awarded a $ 7 million contract to supply firefighters from five Fire Authorities in the United Kingdom with MSA's M1 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and connected firefighter technology. The Fire Authorities include West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority; Cleveland Fire Brigade; Hereford and Worcester Fire Service; Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service; and Warwickshire Fire Service. The contract was formally awarded late last month, and equipment deliveries are expected to begin later this year. Today's announcement builds on the company's success in the region, coming nearly a year after the London Fire Brigade announced their selection of MSA respiratory protective equipment. 

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  • The new M1 breathing apparatus sets have enhanced ergonomics and will improve our firefighter comfort and hygiene, and most importantly, their safety."
  • MSA Safety's Connected Firefighter technology was a key factor in the Authorities' selection of the MSA® M1 SCBA platform.
  • Several other patented and customizable features that enhance ergonomics, hygiene and firefighter comfort factored into the Authorities' selection of the M1 SCBA.
  • Mr. Vartanian noted that with this contract, four of the five fire authorities will be outfitted "head-to-toe" in MSA equipment.

Fire at Rönnskär: Boliden

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Mardi, juin 13, 2023
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It is currently not possible to assess the extent of the damage that has occurred, but the cell house has burned down.

Key Points: 
  • It is currently not possible to assess the extent of the damage that has occurred, but the cell house has burned down.
  • This information is information that Boliden AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation.
  • Boliden is a metals company with a focus on sustainable development.
  • Boliden has around 6,000 employees and annual sales of approximately SEK 85 billion.

Mullen Announces Development of Light-Weight EV Truck Body with Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment of Southern California

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Lundi, juin 12, 2023
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BREA, Calif., June 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire -- Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, announces today development of a light-weight truck body for its Class 3 EV with Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment (“Phenix”). Phenix will develop a unique, light-weight body configuration designed to satisfy the needs of Class 3 service body truck fleets, with the goal of offering an EV alternative to ICE vehicles. Upon upfit completion, the Class 3 vehicle will be made available to Phenix commercial fleet customers for evaluation and pilot programs.

Key Points: 
  • (NASDAQ: MULN ) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, announces today development of a light-weight truck body for its Class 3 EV with Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment (“Phenix”).
  • Phenix will develop a unique, light-weight body configuration designed to satisfy the needs of Class 3 service body truck fleets, with the goal of offering an EV alternative to ICE vehicles.
  • Upon upfit completion, the Class 3 vehicle will be made available to Phenix commercial fleet customers for evaluation and pilot programs.
  • Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment, based in Southern California, is one of California's largest work truck, van equipment and specialty truck body manufacturers.