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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. First Quarter 2024 Earnings Release

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토요일, 5월 4, 2024

Retail, Other Energy, Insurance, Business, Utilities, Manufacturing, Finance, Rail, Energy, Professional Services, Transport, Other Retail, Other Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Investment, GAAP, Regulation

Approximately $2.6 billion was used to purchase shares of Class A and Class B common stock during the first quarter of 2024.

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Approximately $2.6 billion was used to purchase shares of Class A and Class B common stock during the first quarter of 2024.
On March 31, 2024, there were 1,437,251 Class A equivalent shares outstanding.
At March 31, 2024, insurance float (the net liabilities we assume under insurance contracts) was approximately $168 billion.
In addition to the GAAP presentations of net earnings, Berkshire shows operating earnings defined as net earnings exclusive of investment gains (losses) and impairments of goodwill and intangible assets.

Union Pacific Shaves Two Days Off Los Angeles to Chicago Route with New Domestic Service

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

Rail, Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Other Transport, Union Pacific Railroad, Heart, Ohio River, Rail transport by country, City, Union, Intermodal freight transport

Union Pacific Railroad announced today that it is offering a new domestic intermodal service that will cut transit time to three days for customers transporting goods from Southern California to the Chicago area.

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Union Pacific Railroad announced today that it is offering a new domestic intermodal service that will cut transit time to three days for customers transporting goods from Southern California to the Chicago area.
The new service, which began April 28, will run daily from Union Pacific’s intermodal terminal at the City of Industry in California to Global 2 in Northlake, Illinois, located near the heart of the greater Chicago metropolitan area.
“We are delivering the service we sold to our customers – and we’re now able to do it faster,” said Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena.
This is the second premium train Union Pacific currently offers daily between Los Angeles and Chicago.

Tallgrass Announces Open Season for the Trailblazer CO2 Pipeline

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

Energy, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Tallgrass, Transport

Trailblazer CO2 Pipeline, LLC ("Trailblazer"), operated by Tallgrass, announced a binding open season for commitments for transportation of customers’ carbon dioxide gas captured at origins in Nebraska in exchange for incentive tariff rates.

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Trailblazer CO2 Pipeline, LLC ("Trailblazer"), operated by Tallgrass, announced a binding open season for commitments for transportation of customers’ carbon dioxide gas captured at origins in Nebraska in exchange for incentive tariff rates.
This open season will run for 21 days, commencing May 3, 2024.

Water Engineering Inc., a Portfolio Company of Nolan Capital, Announces the Acquisition of WET Solutions, Inc., a Leading Provider of Water Treatment Services, Chemicals, and Consultation for a Variety of End Market Applications

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

Environment, Other Energy, Chemicals, Plastics, Environmental Health, Utilities, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Green Technology, Energy, Acquisition, College of Engineering (KNUST), Water, WEI, Growth

WET Solutions, Inc. (“WET Solutions”), based in Schaumburg, IL, has been acquired by Water Engineering (“WEI”).

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WET Solutions, Inc. (“WET Solutions”), based in Schaumburg, IL, has been acquired by Water Engineering (“WEI”).
WET Solutions will join the Water Engineering platform and compliment WEI’s existing presence in the greater Chicago area.
Co-founder and owner Steve Hallier is maintaining an ownership stake and will remain with WET Solutions to ensure a smooth transition.
Our aim is to acquire partners who share our customer-focused model, and we have found that in WET Solutions.

Green Plains Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) (“Green Plains” or the “company”) today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2024.

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Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) (“Green Plains” or the “company”) today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2024.
Revenues were $597.2 million for the first quarter of 2024 compared with $832.9 million for the same period last year.
The consolidated ethanol crush margin was ($9.3) million for the first quarter of 2024, compared with ($12.5) million for the same period in 2023.
Intersegment activities between the partnership and Green Plains Trade associated with terminal services transacted with the agribusiness and energy services segment will continue to be eliminated on a consolidated level.

3M expands facility in Valley, Nebraska

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

Safety, Investment, The Good Life, Economic development, COVID-19, Growth, Pharmaceutical industry

ST. PAUL, Minn., May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new 90,000-square-foot expansion at 3M's facility in Valley, Nebraska, will increase the plant's manufacturing capacity and add new jobs to the community.

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"3M has been a part of Valley and the greater Omaha business community for 45 years," said Matt Huset, plant director at 3M's Valley plant.
To help make the expansion happen, 3M partnered with the state of Nebraska through the ImagiNE Nebraska Program , a tax incentive-based program intended to encourage companies to invest in Nebraska by creating jobs and growing the state and its economy.
3M has operated its facility in Valley since 1979 and the company is celebrating 45 years in the community this year.
To learn more about careers at 3M and its manufacturing facilities, visit 3m.com/careers , and search for jobs in "Valley, NE."

Clayton® Unveils First Encore Home at 2024 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting

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금요일, 5월 3, 2024

National Product, Beauty, DOE, LED

OMAHA, Neb., May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton, a leading national builder of single-family attainable housing, showcased its first Encore home at this year's annual Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, NE. The new Encore home collection, which begins production in the coming months, will offer novel, modern manufactured floor plans that blend design innovation, high-end materials and energy-efficient features to offer homeowners attainable luxury.

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"With energy-efficient homes like Encore, Clayton provides attainability for homeowners by delivering annual eBuilt® energy savings, quality craftsmanship and high-end features that perpetuate long-term value," said Kevin Clayton, CEO.
Like other modern manufactured homes, Encore floor plans are constructed in an indoor home building facility.
Homebuyers are prioritizing affordability while also considering factors related to style and comfort, such as living spaces in and around their home.
With Encore, homeowners can experience the beauty of attainable luxury in a way that accommodates their budget and reflects their unique tastes and styles.

Medical Solutions advances its leadership team with key talent additions and internal advancement

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024

Hospital, Travel nursing, Travel, HR, Empowerment, The Adecco Group, Host, Culture, Environment, Senior, Rich Thompson, Athlete, Aptitude, Growth, Management

OMAHA, Neb., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical Solutions proudly welcomes three esteemed professionals to its exceptional executive leadership team.

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OMAHA, Neb., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical Solutions proudly welcomes three esteemed professionals to its exceptional executive leadership team.
"I'm incredibly honored to join Medical Solutions and eager to embark on this journey of innovation and growth," said Baldwin.
In addition to these hires, Medical Solutions is proud to congratulate Chanel Georges on her promotion to Executive Vice President at Host Healthcare.
"We enthusiastically welcome these three exceptional professionals to our executive team," said Rebecca Rogers Tijerino, CEO of Medical Solutions.

NSRI scientists conduct infectious aerosol risk study onboard USNS Mercy

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024

University, SARS-CoV-2, Research, Navy, United States Navy, NSRI, Patient, USNS Comfort (T-AH-20), USS Mercy, USNS, Intensive care medicine, COVID-19, Nursing

OMAHA, Neb., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientists from the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska recently spent nine days at sea on board the U.S. Navy hospital ship, USNS Mercy, to conduct testing for the underway phase of an infectious aerosol risk study.

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OMAHA, Neb., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientists from the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska recently spent nine days at sea on board the U.S. Navy hospital ship, USNS Mercy, to conduct testing for the underway phase of an infectious aerosol risk study.
MERCY's secondary mission is to provide full hospital services to support U.S. disaster relief and humanitarian operations worldwide.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the USNS Mercy and its sister hospital ship, USNS Comfort, deployed to Los Angeles and New York City, respectively.
The study aims to identify risks associated with infectious airborne pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, so decision makers can implement strategies to mitigate risks and ensure operational readiness and mission success.

COVETRUS® OPENS NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART DISTRIBUTION CENTER TO MEET GROWING DEMAND FOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

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목요일, 5월 2, 2024

Veterinarian, Animal, Cat, Dog, Horse, Veterinary medicine

PORTLAND, Maine, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Covetrus®, a global leader in animal-health technology and services, today announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Grimes, Iowa, that will provide veterinarians with access to more than 5,000 product offerings used to manage vet practices and treat large and small animals. The company is moving to a larger facility to meet the growing demand for its products and services in the greater Midwest region.

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The company is moving to a larger facility to meet the growing demand for its products and services in the greater Midwest region.
Measuring more than 80,000 square feet, the new energy-efficient distribution center will maintain a comprehensive selection of products and solutions designed to meet the day-to-day needs of veterinarians and their practices.
It will also feature walk in support whereby a veterinarian can visit the facility to pick up products or get other assistance.
"The new distribution center in Grimes, which is one of 13 facilities in the U.S., will be our distribution hub for veterinary practices across the greater Midwest region.