Infrastructure

HPX signs Letter of Intent with Government of Liberia and Guma Africa Group to develop The Liberty Corridor in Liberia, which will contain a new heavy-duty railroad connecting the Nimba district of Guinea to a new Liberian deep water port

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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The Liberty Corridor would be a joint development between the Government of Liberia, HPX and the Guma Africa Group.

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  • The Liberty Corridor would be a joint development between the Government of Liberia, HPX and the Guma Africa Group.
  • GUMA AFRICA GROUP is a Pan African diversified investment and operations group involved in Mining, Infrastructure, Tourism & Hospitality, ICT, Healthcare, Human Capital Development, Renewable Energy, Rail Manufacturing, etc.
  • HPX is an American exploration and development company focused on advancing its high-grade long-life iron ore mine in the Lola region of the Southeastern region of the Republic of Guinea.
  • I-Pulse Inc. is a private American company with a multibillion-dollar valuation founded by Robert Friedland and Laurent Frescaline and backed by a global network of shareholders.

JP 3E Holdings (OTC: SPZI) and Archeo Futurus, Inc. enter Strategic Alliance Agreement

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
Infrastructure, Data, Growth hacking, Cloud computing, Natalia Przybysz, Tech, Growth, Data management, Innovation leadership, Renewable energy

Technology Deployment: Seamlessly integrate Archeo Futurus' serverless native cloud technology into JP3E's data centers, setting a new benchmark for data center capabilities.

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  • Technology Deployment: Seamlessly integrate Archeo Futurus' serverless native cloud technology into JP3E's data centers, setting a new benchmark for data center capabilities.
  • Investors: The strategic alliance presents a lucrative opportunity for investors, promising growth, innovation, and a strong foothold in the rapidly evolving cloud computing market.
  • “We are excited to have formed this strong alliance with Archeo Futurus.
  • Our upcoming public announcements will indicate the strength of this alliance.” said John K. Park, Chairman and CEO of JP 3E Holdings, Inc., formerly Spooz, Inc. Further details will be reflected in upcoming announcements.

Commercial UAV Expo 2024 Call for Speakers is Open for 10th Anniversary Event!

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
Infrastructure, Speaker, Call, Energy, UAS, Growth, AI, Drone, Safety, Diversified Communications, Commercial, Area studies, Transport, Learning

PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo, have announced that the Call for Speakers is open for the 10th edition of the event, with a deadline of February 28th for all submissions. The Call for Speakers invites industry leaders, innovators, and experts to apply to present case studies and experiences around the theme, Drones in Action: Current Realities & Future Frontiers. This year, the conference program is delving deeper into the tangible impact of drone applications today. The focus is on practical, real-world uses that drive efficiency, safety, and effectiveness. Commercial UAV Expo will take place September 3-5, 2024, at Ceasar's Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo , have announced that the Call for Speakers is open for the 10th edition of the event, with a deadline of February 28th for all submissions.
  • The Call for Speakers invites industry leaders, innovators, and experts to apply to present case studies and experiences around the theme, Drones in Action: Current Realities & Future Frontiers.
  • Commercial UAV Expo will take place September 3-5, 2024, at Ceasar's Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • The submission period of the Call for Speakers ends February 28, 2024.

Smith Names Mike Mercado Chief Information Security Officer

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Semiconductor, Learning curve, Certification, Knowledge, Information, ISO, Pressure, Privacy, Infrastructure, Smith

HOUSTON, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces the appointment of Mike Mercado to the position of Chief Information Security Officer. In this role, Mike will be responsible for securing Smith's information assets and overseeing, implementing, and enforcing its cybersecurity procedures and relevant technology-based security advancements.

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  • Mike will be responsible for identifying and mitigating risks around information security, privacy, and compliance
    HOUSTON, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smith , a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces the appointment of Mike Mercado to the position of Chief Information Security Officer.
  • In this role, Mike will be responsible for securing Smith's information assets and overseeing, implementing, and enforcing its cybersecurity procedures and relevant technology-based security advancements.
  • Mike joined Smith in 2012 as Senior Systems Administrator before being named Director of Infrastructure and Information Security in 2021.
  • "Mike brings more than a decade of knowledge, dedication, and experience to this new role," said Matt Hartzell, Chief Administrative Officer at Smith.

Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking acts as Sole Bookrunner, Issuing Bank, Hedge Provider and Green Loan Coordinator for $188.6 million financing of three transmission line assets in Peru sponsored by Dragados S.A.

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Infrastructure, ACS, Investment banking, Renewable energy

NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) has successfully closed $188.6 million senior secured green financing for three transmission line assets (and ancillary transmission infrastructure) in Peru.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) has successfully closed $188.6 million senior secured green financing for three transmission line assets (and ancillary transmission infrastructure) in Peru.
  • Natixis CIB acted as Sole Bookrunner, Issuing Bank, Hedge Provider and Green Loan Coordinator.
  • This financing is firmly aligned with Natixis CIB's green and sustainability targets and reinforces Natixis CIB's regional and sector expertise and leadership.
  • "Natixis CIB has a long track record of infrastructure financings in LatAm including several transmission lines financings in Peru and Chile under both loan and bond format.

Zimperium Announces Chris White as CRO and Anupam Bandyopadhyay as SVP of Engineering

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
IBM, Growth, Senior, JPMorgan Chase, History, NetApp, Security, A10 Networks, ADP, Zimperium, Acquisition, VIPRE, Hitachi Data Systems, Machine learning, Artificial intelligence, Software as a service, Infrastructure, Organization, Video game

DALLAS, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zimperium, the only mobile-first security platform for mobile devices and mobile apps, welcomes Chris White as Chief Revenue Officer and Anupam Bandyopadhyay as Senior Vice President of Engineering. These new executives will accelerate global revenue growth, drive customer acquisition and retention, and advance platform innovation as part of the company's mission to help organizations protect mobile endpoints and apps from cyber threats.

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  • Industry veterans in revenue growth, Go-To-Market success, and engineering innovation add to
    DALLAS, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zimperium , the only mobile-first security platform for mobile devices and mobile apps, welcomes Chris White as Chief Revenue Officer and Anupam Bandyopadhyay as Senior Vice President of Engineering.
  • Chris White joins Zimperium from Druva, a leader in cloud data protection, where he was Chief Revenue Officer and now serves as an Advisor.
  • Chris is a proven global sales leader with a demonstrated history of working in the SaaS, Security, and Infrastructure space.
  • Anupam Bandyopadhyay will lead the engineering team to deliver continued innovation to meet the growing demand for mobile security.

Manulife Investment Management Names Anne Valentine Andrews as Global Head of Private Markets

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Growth, Market, Risk management, Manulife, Agriculture, History, Macquarie Group, Retirement, Real estate, BlackRock, Insurance, Infrastructure, Woman

TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM), the global asset manager serving 17 million investors, today has announced Anne Valentine Andrews will join the firm on March 4 as Global Head of Private Markets.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM), the global asset manager serving 17 million investors, today has announced Anne Valentine Andrews will join the firm on March 4 as Global Head of Private Markets.
  • With more than 25 years of asset management and alternatives experience, Ms. Valentine Andrews will lead all investment teams and direct the overall strategy, business development and growth of Manulife IM's private markets business.
  • At BlackRock, Ms. Valentine Andrews served on its Global Operating Committee, Human Capital Committee, and the Equity Private Markets Executive Committee.
  • "I'm delighted to join Manulife Investment Management to lead private markets globally," said Ms. Valentine Andrews.

Manulife Investment Management Names Anne Valentine Andrews as Global Head of Private Markets

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Growth, Market, Risk management, Manulife, Agriculture, History, Macquarie Group, Retirement, Real estate, BlackRock, Insurance, Infrastructure, Woman

TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM), the global asset manager serving 17 million investors, today has announced Anne Valentine Andrews will join the firm on March 4 as Global Head of Private Markets. 

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife Investment Management (Manulife IM), the global asset manager serving 17 million investors, today has announced Anne Valentine Andrews will join the firm on March 4 as Global Head of Private Markets.
  • With more than 25 years of asset management and alternatives experience, Ms. Valentine Andrews will lead all investment teams and direct the overall strategy, business development and growth of Manulife IM's private markets business.
  • At BlackRock, Ms. Valentine Andrews served on its Global Operating Committee, Human Capital Committee, and the Equity Private Markets Executive Committee.
  • "I'm delighted to join Manulife Investment Management to lead private markets globally," said Ms. Valentine Andrews.

I Squared Capital announces expansion of global Investor Relations and Distribution team

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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I Squared Capital, a leading independent global infrastructure investment manager, today announced several senior hires to strengthen its investor relations, distribution and fund capabilities across North America, Europe and Asia.

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  • I Squared Capital, a leading independent global infrastructure investment manager, today announced several senior hires to strengthen its investor relations, distribution and fund capabilities across North America, Europe and Asia.
  • Their joining reflects I Squared’s intention to match its sales and distribution capabilities with the firm’s expanded product suite and long-term ambitions.
  • “I Squared is pleased to announce the addition of these talented and seasoned professionals as we continue to institutionalize our platform for the coming decade and beyond,” said Gautam Bhandari, Co-Founder and Global Chief Investment Officer of I Squared Capital.
  • These additions to I Squared’s investor relations team follow the firm’s earlier announcement that Brian Collett, Managing Director, and Michael Kumar, Senior Policy Adviser, would be joining the firm.

Tract Welcomes Two Industry Veterans Dedicated to Accelerating Responsible Digital Infrastructure

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Monday, February 5, 2024
Cloud, Policy, Intelligence, Growth, JPMorgan Chase, Renewable energy, AI, Partner (business rank), Amazon, Internet, Level 3 Communications, Microsoft, Tract, Infrastructure, Translation, Engineering, Management

Nat Sahlstrom has joined as Chief Energy Officer, complementing the recent addition of Jeff Cox as Chief Innovation Officer.

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  • Nat Sahlstrom has joined as Chief Energy Officer, complementing the recent addition of Jeff Cox as Chief Innovation Officer.
  • Tract is dedicated to innovating new development models to meet the needs of hyperscale data centers by providing speed and certainty for campuses at tomorrow’s scale.
  • Nat has been a leader and innovator in the data center energy infrastructure space since joining Amazon in 2011 as the company's first energy hire.
  • At Tract, Jeff will be responsible for translating the evolution of data center designs and requirements to infrastructure and site selection decisions.