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Hooper named President of We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service

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Mardi, mars 12, 2024

MILWAUKEE, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC) announced today that Michael Hooper, currently president and chief operating officer of Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO), a subsidiary of NiSource (NYSE: NI), has been named president of We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service, effective April 1, 2024.

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  • MILWAUKEE, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WEC Energy Group (NYSE: WEC) announced today that Michael Hooper, currently president and chief operating officer of Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO), a subsidiary of NiSource (NYSE: NI), has been named president of We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service, effective April 1, 2024.
  • "We're fortunate to have Mike join our senior leadership team," said Scott Lauber, president and chief executive officer of WEC Energy Group.
  • Hooper will have primary responsibility for the electric and gas distribution business, customer service, power generation and major projects for We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service.
  • The company's principal utilities are We Energies, Wisconsin Public Service, Peoples Gas, North Shore Gas, Michigan Gas Utilities, Minnesota Energy Resources and Upper Michigan Energy Resources.

BAM Nuttall Digital Transformation Strategy Analysis Report 2023: Innovation Programs, Technology Initiatives and Estimated ICT Budget

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Lundi, février 5, 2024

DUBLIN, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "BAM Nuttall Ltd - Digital Transformation Strategies" company profile has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The "BAM Nuttall Ltd - Digital Transformation Strategies" company profile has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This report provides insight into BAM Nuttall's digital technology activities, including its digital transformation strategies, its accelerators, incubators, and other innovation programs, its technology initiatives and its estimated ICT budget.
  • BAM Nuttall Ltd. (BAM Nuttall) is a civil engineering company offering design and construction services.
  • BAM Nuttall is tapping the power of key disruptive technologies to enhance its operational and service capabilities.

Government of Canada Launches $1.5-Billion Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund

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Lundi, novembre 20, 2023

With investments through the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund and the Strategic Innovation Fund, our government is strengthening the electric vehicle value chain we're building from coast to coast to coast by adding value to our critical minerals resources, from mineral processing to manufacturing and recycling."

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  • With investments through the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund and the Strategic Innovation Fund, our government is strengthening the electric vehicle value chain we're building from coast to coast to coast by adding value to our critical minerals resources, from mineral processing to manufacturing and recycling."
  • With the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund and the National Trade Corridors Fund, we're building to strengthen Canadian supply chains and foster economic resilience and sustainable growth in Canada."
  • "The $1.5-billion Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund and the Strategic Innovation Fund will help unlock the critical minerals sector that is so important to the development of clean technology.
  • The CMIF is a key program under the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy to support enabling clean energy and transportation infrastructure projects necessary to increase Canada's supply of responsibly sourced critical minerals.

SAWS Promotes First Hispanic Woman to Chief Operating Officer

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Vendredi, octobre 13, 2023

San Antonio Water System announces the promotion of Andrea Huizar Beymer to Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer.

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  • San Antonio Water System announces the promotion of Andrea Huizar Beymer to Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231012279635/en/
    Andrea Huizar Beymer was promoted to Chief Operating Officer at San Antonio Water System (Photo: Business Wire)
    As COO, Beymer will oversee all operations including Construction & Engineering, Production & Treatment, as well as Distribution & Collection for the utility.
  • Throughout her tenure at SAWS, Beymer has paved a path of excellence that SAWS is honored to recognize.
  • “Andrea has essentially touched every major water project that has transformed SAWS since its inception,” said SAWS President/CEO Robert R. Puente.

SNC-Lavalin signs first Canadian battery plant mandate for $141 million, strengthening country's Electric Vehicle manufacturing capability

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Jeudi, août 17, 2023

The initial works contract is worth approximately $141 million, and represents SNC-Lavalin's first major mandate in the electric vehicle (EV) battery market in Canada.

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  • The initial works contract is worth approximately $141 million, and represents SNC-Lavalin's first major mandate in the electric vehicle (EV) battery market in Canada.
  • SNC-Lavalin's Engineering Services groups will provide EcoProBM with initial concept design, basic design, and project management and delivery related to the establishment of the plant.
  • For electric vehicles, CAM is a key battery component.
  • "Via a collaborative contracting agreement, we look forward to helping EcoProBM realize its vision for the future of Canadian automotive manufacturing, and demonstrating that SNC-Lavalin is the partner of choice in establishing battery manufacturing plants and other EV-related facilities."

India's State of Maharashtra and Gogoro to Partner On 'Ultra Mega Project' to Manufacture and Deploy Smart Battery Infrastructure that Would Exceed $1.5 Billion Over Eight Years

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Jeudi, juin 29, 2023

MUMBAI, India, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Indian State of Maharashtra and Gogoro Inc. (Nasdaq: GGR), a global technology leader in battery swapping ecosystems that enable sustainable mobility solutions for cities, today announced that the Maharashtra government had presented Gogoro with an offer letter to enter into an 'Ultra Mega Project' agreement to manufacture vehicles, smart battery packs and battery swap stations, and deploy an open and accessible battery swapping infrastructure in the State beginning in late 20231. The announcement was made, at a Maharashtra's State Government press conference, by Chief Minister Shri. Eknath Shinde.

Key Points: 
  • The proposed Ultra Mega Project deal would exceed $1.5 billion and include financial incentives and support from Maharashtra.
  • The offer letter follows a MOU between Maharashtra and Gogoro that was previously announced at Davos in January 2023.
  • "As the leading State in India for electric vehicles, Maharashtra is demonstrating our strong commitment towards sustainable transportation for all.
  • Gogoro is expected to lead the increase of foreign direct investment into the state of Maharashtra in both supply chain capabilities and smart battery infrastructure.

Building a Sustainable Future: Iconic Power Systems and Three Fires Group Announce Strategic Partnership

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Mardi, juin 13, 2023

Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 13, 2023) - Iconic Power Systems Inc. (ICONIC) and the Three Fires Group (TFG) are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership to pursue a variety of energy projects in the Province of Ontario.

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  • Kettle and Stony Point First Nation, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - June 13, 2023) - Iconic Power Systems Inc. (ICONIC) and the Three Fires Group (TFG) are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership to pursue a variety of energy projects in the Province of Ontario.
  • "Iconic is excited to have the opportunity to partner with the Three Fires Group in pursuit of these crucial projects," says Jeremy Thompson, Indigenous Relations & Renewables at Iconic.
  • The Three Fires Group brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to creating prosperity for current and future generations.
  • The partnership between Iconic Power Systems Inc. and the Three Fires Group is a clear indication of the shared commitment to sustainable development and Indigenous inclusion.

Two First Nation Businesses Launch North-South "Mines to Battery" Supply Chain Partnership

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Mardi, juin 6, 2023

"This 100% First Nation partnership creates an alliance between two established Indigenous economic development corporations whose owner communities span multiple Treaty areas."

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  • "This 100% First Nation partnership creates an alliance between two established Indigenous economic development corporations whose owner communities span multiple Treaty areas."
  • "This partnership is a step forward in building an integrated and sustainable BEV supply chain in Ontario," said CEO John Glover of Minodahmun Development.
  • "We believe that a lithium refinery is the missing piece to the puzzle for Ontario's BEV supply chain."
  • "This partnership is the first step in creating a "made in Ontario" supply chain for BEVs that includes significant First Nation participation," said Reggie George.

Hussey Seating Company Announces Largest Sales Year in Its 188-Year History

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Lundi, avril 3, 2023

Hussey Seating Company, a global leader in designing and manufacturing spectator seating solutions, closed the books on its fiscal year with the largest sales total in its 188-year history.

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  • Hussey Seating Company, a global leader in designing and manufacturing spectator seating solutions, closed the books on its fiscal year with the largest sales total in its 188-year history.
  • The international business headquartered in Southern Maine set new company records both in terms of dollar value sold and total units sold during its fiscal year ending March 31, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230403005058/en/
    Newly installed Quattro seats by Hussey Seating Company await the next NBA or NHL game in American Airlines Center.
  • Hussey Seating Company has been a leader in the education market for generations thanks in large part to its network of exclusive dealers which provide local sales and service to K-12 schools.

Ibex Secures PathLAKE Contracts to Roll Out AI-based Cancer Diagnostics to UK Hospitals

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Mardi, mars 7, 2023

TEL AVIV, Israel , March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ibex Medical Analytics (Ibex), the leader in AI-powered cancer diagnostics, today announced the receipt of multiple contract awards from the PathLAKE consortium  to provide Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to support cancer diagnosis at 25 NHS Trusts.

Key Points: 
  • TEL AVIV, Israel , March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ibex Medical Analytics (Ibex), the leader in AI-powered cancer diagnostics, today announced the receipt of multiple contract awards from the PathLAKE consortium  to provide Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions to support cancer diagnosis at 25 NHS Trusts.
  • PathLAKE is a UK center of excellence consortium, founded by Innovate UK, that is delivering AI innovation in pathology across leading NHS Trusts and UK universities including Nottingham University Hospitals, University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire, and Oxford University Hospitals.
  • Cambridge University Hospitals is one of the Trusts to subsequently select Ibex to support its pathologists by augmenting diagnostic workflows with enhanced quality, accuracy and efficiency.
  • "We are extremely honored to be recognized by PathLAKE as the leading provider of AI solutions in pathology," said Richard Nicholson, Director of Sales, UK at Ibex.