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Natura Brasil, Unimed, and Yakult are among the Winners of the 2023 - 2024 World Branding Awards

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Mardi, décembre 12, 2023

The 17th edition of the World Branding Awards honoured the success and achievements of some of the World’s Best Brands as National, Regional, and Global Winners.

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  • The 17th edition of the World Branding Awards honoured the success and achievements of some of the World’s Best Brands as National, Regional, and Global Winners.
  • The 2023 - 2024 World Branding Awards saw over 1,500 brands from more than 40 countries nominated as “Brand of the Year”.
  • The prestigious Award Ceremony was held at the home of the awards, Kensington Palace, United Kingdom.
  • The World Branding Awards is the premier awards of the World Branding Forum, a registered non-profit organisation.

AM Best Places Credit Ratings of Accuro Health Insurance Society Limited Under Review With Developing Implications

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Jeudi, octobre 5, 2023

The ratings have been placed under review with developing implications, as AM Best needs to assess the impact of the planned transaction on Accuro’s rating fundamentals.

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  • The ratings have been placed under review with developing implications, as AM Best needs to assess the impact of the planned transaction on Accuro’s rating fundamentals.
  • The ratings will remain under review pending completion of the transaction, and until AM Best can assess the post-transaction rating fundamentals of Accuro fully.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .

AM Best Comments on Credit Ratings of Union Medical Benefits Society Limited

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Jeudi, octobre 5, 2023

The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.

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  • The outlook of these Credit Ratings (ratings) is stable.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry.

ZCG-Backed Unimed Acquires MedSupply Florida, Expanding Cruise Industry Market Share

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Lundi, octobre 2, 2023

Similar to Unimed, MedSupply Florida specializes in providing pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and essential medical supplies.

Key Points: 
  • Similar to Unimed, MedSupply Florida specializes in providing pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and essential medical supplies.
  • The strategic location of MedSupply Florida’s facilities at the Fort Lauderdale and Miami cruise ports aligns with Unimed’s long-term expansion objectives.
  • Through this acquisition, Unimed is poised to enhance its services to cruise clients in the South Florida region.
  • “We are pleased to expand our presence in the booming cruise market while continuing to offer exceptional value and industry-leading essential, high-quality medical products and services,” said Alan Kessman, CEO of Unimed.

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Union Medical Benefits Society Limited

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Vendredi, septembre 29, 2023

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) of Union Medical Benefits Society Limited (UniMed) (New Zealand).

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  • AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) of Union Medical Benefits Society Limited (UniMed) (New Zealand).
  • AM Best assesses UniMed’s business profile as limited, largely reflecting its small-scale operations and its limited product and geographic diversifications.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .

26th World Congress of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) - Obesity, bariatric surgery 'cuts' the risk of cancer: -25%

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Lundi, août 28, 2023

NAPLES, Italy, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Losing weight with bariatric surgery can have a major impact on the risk of developing cancer.

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  • NAPLES, Italy, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Losing weight with bariatric surgery can have a major impact on the risk of developing cancer.
  • Almost 22,000 patients undergoing bariatric surgery were involved and matched to be compared with non-operated people with obesity.
  • The risk of cancer in women, who are the majority of people undergoing bariatric surgery, is significantly reduced.
  • People with obesity and physicians should take these benefits seriously into consideration when evaluating and discussing bariatric surgery with their patients.

26th World Congress of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) - Obesity, bariatric surgery 'cuts' the risk of cancer: -25%

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Lundi, août 28, 2023

NAPLES, Italy, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Losing weight with bariatric surgery can have a major impact on the risk of developing cancer.

Key Points: 
  • NAPLES, Italy, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Losing weight with bariatric surgery can have a major impact on the risk of developing cancer.
  • Almost 22,000 patients undergoing bariatric surgery were involved and matched to be compared with non-operated people with obesity.
  • The risk of cancer in women, who are the majority of people undergoing bariatric surgery, is significantly reduced.
  • People with obesity and physicians should take these benefits seriously into consideration when evaluating and discussing bariatric surgery with their patients.

ZCG-Backed Unimed Appoints Jesper Lok to Board of Directors

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Lundi, juin 26, 2023

Universal Marine Medical Supply International (“Unimed” or the “Company”), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry and a ZCG portfolio company, today announced the appointment of Jesper Lok to its Board of Directors.

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  • Universal Marine Medical Supply International (“Unimed” or the “Company”), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry and a ZCG portfolio company, today announced the appointment of Jesper Lok to its Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Lok brings more than 30 years of international Board and executive leadership experience to Unimed, including 25 years in various senior positions across Asia, Europe and Africa at Maersk, a global integrated logistics company.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Jesper to the Unimed Board of Directors.
  • Unimed specializes in providing a wide range of mission-critical medical and clinical supplies, including oxygen, surgery equipment, vaccines and pharmaceutical products.

ZCG-Backed Unimed to Expand Operations into Singapore with Marine Pharma Merger

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Lundi, juin 5, 2023

As a result of this merger, Unimed is now poised to serve its clients more effectively and efficiently in the Asian market.

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  • As a result of this merger, Unimed is now poised to serve its clients more effectively and efficiently in the Asian market.
  • Ding Shern, founder of Marine Pharma, will assume the role of Managing Director, leading Unimed’s Singapore operations.
  • The expansion into Singapore, reinforced by the merger with Marine Pharma, underscores the Company’s dedication to elevating customer offerings and meeting the evolving demands of the maritime industry.
  • With continued and expanded presence in Singapore and a global network of partners, Unimed is well-positioned to deliver sustainable growth now and well into the future.

Affiliates of ZCG Acquire Universal Marine Medical Supply International

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Mardi, décembre 6, 2022

("ZCG"), a leading privately held merchant bank, today announced that affiliates of ZCG have acquired Universal Marine Medical Supply International (Unimed or the Company), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry, serving both commercial and cruise end markets.

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  • ("ZCG"), a leading privately held merchant bank, today announced that affiliates of ZCG have acquired Universal Marine Medical Supply International (Unimed or the Company), the leading global provider of pharmaceutical and medical solutions to the maritime industry, serving both commercial and cruise end markets.
  • Medical standards in the maritime industry are highly regulated, and ship operators can face severe consequences for lack of compliance with international standards and Flag of Convenience requirements.
  • Unimed is the industry leader in medical supply, equipment and oxygen distribution to global maritime industries, specializing in the delivery of integrated healthcare and safety supply chain logistical solutions to clients worldwide.
  • ZCG is a leading, privately held merchant bank comprised of private markets asset management, business consulting services, technology development and solutions.