Globalization

Smith+Nephew’s PICO™ Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System provides better clinical outcomes versus standard of care according to UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology company, today announces the review of medical technologies guidance from the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for its PICO Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (sNPWT).

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  • Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology company, today announces the review of medical technologies guidance from the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for its PICO Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (sNPWT).
  • NICE have reviewed ‘Medical Technology Guideline 43 PICO negative pressure wound dressings for closed surgical incisions’ which recognises that Smith+Nephew’s PICO sNPWT provides better clinical outcomes than standard dressings in patients at high risk of surgical site infections (SSIs), at similar overall cost.
  • The 24 clinical studies included a total of 7,790 patients with PICO sNPWT being used in 3,754.
  • NICE concluded that PICO sNPWT is associated with fewer SSIs and seromas compared with standard wound dressings.

LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS HOLDINGS, INC. APPOINTS PAM KAUFMAN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Monday, March 18, 2024

NEW YORK, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND; the "Company" or "Lindblad Expeditions"), recognized global leader and a pioneer in the expedition cruises and adventure travel industry, today announced that its Board of Directors ("Board") has appointed Pam Kaufman, a proven global media and entertainment executive, as a new independent director.

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  • NEW YORK, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND; the "Company" or "Lindblad Expeditions"), recognized global leader and a pioneer in the expedition cruises and adventure travel industry, today announced that its Board of Directors ("Board") has appointed Pam Kaufman, a proven global media and entertainment executive, as a new independent director.
  • "We are thrilled to add Pam Kaufman, one of the world's best global brand builders, to our Lindblad Board of Directors," said Mark D. Ein, Chairman of the Board.
  • "We warmly welcome Pam to our Board of Directors, another step on our journey as industry pioneers in expedition travel as we capitalize on the massive growth of interest in expedition travel," said Sven-Olof Lindblad, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Lindblad Expeditions and a member of the Board.
  • I know Pam will fit right in with the Lindblad ethos leveraging her vast brand-building experience, keen international expertise and philanthropic passion."

GoDaddy sponsors WordCamp Asia 2024 bringing together the WordPress community

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Sunday, March 3, 2024

SINGAPORE, Mar 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) is sponsorsing WordCamp Asia 2024.

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  • SINGAPORE, Mar 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY) is sponsorsing WordCamp Asia 2024.
  • Running from March 7-9 2024 in Taipei, Taiwan, WordCamp Asia is a highly anticipated event within the WordPress community, and GoDaddy is proud to play a part in it.
  • In this year's booth at WordCamp Aisa, visitors to the GoDaddy Booth can expect interactive demonstrations, arcade-like games and a chance to win exciting giveways while seeing how GoDaddy Managed WordPress products and services can further help grow the community of WordPress users.
  • Selina Bieber, Vice President for International Markets at GoDaddy says: As a WordCamp Global Community Sponsor, GoDaddy's commitment extends to various WordPress community programs, including local WordCamps, WordPress Chapter Meetup groups and other community activities.

XPENG announces dealer partnerships in UAE, Egypt, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Lebanon

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

XPENG, a leading Chinese smart electric vehicle company, announces dealer partnerships in UAE, Egypt, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Lebanon.

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  • XPENG, a leading Chinese smart electric vehicle company, announces dealer partnerships in UAE, Egypt, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Lebanon.
  • Through the partnerships, XPENG will bring its EVs to local consumers within each region with branded showrooms and start-to-end customer support throughout the buying process.
  • The partnerships mark several "firsts" for XPENG on its road to globalisation as it aspires to become a leading player in the EV sector.
  • This year, XPENG will start delivering these vehicles in Jordan and Lebanon from Q2, and in Egypt from Q3.

Coupang Partners with the U.S. Department of Commerce to Co-host EMPOWER Asia Webinars to Promote U.S. Exports

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

While special focus was placed on women-owned businesses, the sessions were open to all U.S. sellers and business owners.

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  • While special focus was placed on women-owned businesses, the sessions were open to all U.S. sellers and business owners.
  • In line with the Department’s strategic objective to support international economic cooperation, advancement of underrepresented communities, and U.S. exports, ITA’s EMPOWER Asia (Export Markets Providing Opportunities for Women’s Economic Rise in Asia) is focused on increasing the number of U.S. women-owned businesses that export to Asia by leveraging ITA’s expertise.
  • Coupang also answered live questions from attendees, covering a range of topics about how to do business and succeed on Coupang’s platform.
  • Through our platform, Coupang is uniquely positioned to accelerate increased U.S. exports to Asia and the other important objective we share with the Commerce Department to advance women-owned businesses and leadership.”
    1 Euromonitor International Retailing 2024, Consumer Foodservice 2024, and Travel 2024

LogRhythm Promotes Joanne Wong to Interim Chief Marketing Officer

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

LogRhythm , the company helping security teams stop breaches by turning disconnected data and signals into trustworthy insights, today announced the appointment of Joanne Wong as Interim Chief Marketing Officer.

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  • LogRhythm , the company helping security teams stop breaches by turning disconnected data and signals into trustworthy insights, today announced the appointment of Joanne Wong as Interim Chief Marketing Officer.
  • Wong brings a wealth of experience to her new role, proven over 9 years of driving successful marketing initiatives at LogRhythm.
  • Wong will join the executive leadership team and report directly to Christopher O’Malley, President and CEO of LogRhythm.
  • It is an honor to lead the charge in shaping our brand’s story globally, and I look forward to working with our talented teams across the world in our pursuit of making security easy for our customers,” said Joanne Wong, Interim Chief Marketing Officer at LogRhythm.

Teva and Jiangsu Nhwa Forge Strategic Partnership to Promote Patient Access to AUSTEDO® in China

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Monday, February 26, 2024

The partnership intends to increase patients’ access to Teva’s AUSTEDO, leveraging Nhwa’s leadership in China’s neuro-psychiatric health sector.

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  • The partnership intends to increase patients’ access to Teva’s AUSTEDO, leveraging Nhwa’s leadership in China’s neuro-psychiatric health sector.
  • “Nhwa has deep neuro-psychiatry expertise and capabilities, from research and development to commercialization,” commented Theodor Wee, General Manager of Teva Greater China.
  • Chorea, one of the most striking physical manifestations of Huntington’s disease, is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary, random muscle movements.
  • Jiangsu Nhwa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., founded in 1978, is a leading CNS company in China.

Trip.com Group Sets New Standards in Travel Personalisation at ITB Berlin 2024

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

BERLIN, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As ITB Berlin 2024 draws to a close, Trip.com Group reiterated its commitment to reshaping travel experiences through innovation, with a special focus on AI, personalisation, and meeting the evolving needs of global travellers.

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  • BERLIN, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As ITB Berlin 2024 draws to a close, Trip.com Group reiterated its commitment to reshaping travel experiences through innovation, with a special focus on AI, personalisation, and meeting the evolving needs of global travellers.
  • Our technology is not just about facilitating travel; it's about enriching lives and creating memories that last far beyond the return flight."
  • At Trip.com Group, we prioritise deploying technology that directly enriches the consumer experience, streamlining and personalising every aspect of travel.
  • The company's appearance at ITB Berlin 2024 sets a new benchmark for the future of travel, promising an era of innovation, offering personalised, technology-driven travel experiences that cater to the unique needs and desires of global travellers.

Trip.com Group To Showcase New Consumer Trends and AI Innovations at ITB Berlin 2024

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Monday, March 4, 2024

BERLIN, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trip.com Group is gearing up to make waves at ITB Berlin 2024 held from 5-7 March in Berlin.

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  • BERLIN, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trip.com Group is gearing up to make waves at ITB Berlin 2024 held from 5-7 March in Berlin.
  • "At Trip.com Group, we identify true technology trends by the genuine benefits they bring to our users, focusing on practical value over hype.
  • Trip.com Group invites members of the media to join its sessions at ITB Berlin 2024 for a dynamic exploration of the latest tech innovations and consumer trends influencing the travel industry.
  • For further insights and discussions, be sure to visit the Trip.com Group booth at Hall 9, Stand 108.

Trip.com Group To Showcase New Consumer Trends and AI Innovations at ITB Berlin 2024

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 4, 2024

BERLIN, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trip.com Group is gearing up to make waves at ITB Berlin 2024 held from 5-7 March in Berlin.

Key Points: 
  • BERLIN, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Trip.com Group is gearing up to make waves at ITB Berlin 2024 held from 5-7 March in Berlin.
  • "At Trip.com Group, we identify true technology trends by the genuine benefits they bring to our users, focusing on practical value over hype.
  • Trip.com Group invites members of the media to join its sessions at ITB Berlin 2024 for a dynamic exploration of the latest tech innovations and consumer trends influencing the travel industry.
  • For further insights and discussions, be sure to visit the Trip.com Group booth at Hall 9, Stand 108.