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Savage Tooele Railroad Line in Utah Wins Surface Transportation Board Approval

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

SALT LAKE CITY, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has granted Savage Tooele Railroad Company (STR) the authority to build and operate approximately 11 miles of rail line in Tooele County, Utah, including the rehabilitation of existing track.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has granted Savage Tooele Railroad Company (STR) the authority to build and operate approximately 11 miles of rail line in Tooele County, Utah, including the rehabilitation of existing track.
  • The STR rail line will connect to Union Pacific Railroad for tenants of the Lakeview Business Park in Grantsville, Utah, linking supply chains and providing an alternative to truck-only transportation with a more environmentally-friendly option.
  • STR is one of the only new railroads approved in the U.S. this year and one of the first railroads owned and operated by a Utah-headquartered company in the state’s history.
  • “I want to congratulate Savage Tooele Railroad on the approval of their Tooele Valley rail project by the Surface Transportation Board,” said Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox.

KIEHL'S SINCE 1851 & ARTIST BENJAMIN VON WONG UNVEIL "SINGLE-USE REFLECTIONS" IN NYC TO DRIVE ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION

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Monday, April 8, 2024

NEW YORK, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiehl's Since 1851 is proud to unveil "Single-Use Reflections," a sculptural installation by renowned artist & activist, Benjamin Von Wong, appearing on the High Line in New York City from April 4-17. Timed with Earth Month, "Single-Use Reflections," invites viewers to pause for a moment of reflection on how both widespread systemic change and small individual lifestyle shifts, such as using refillable products, can evoke hope and positively impact our planet's future.

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  • NEW YORK, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiehl's Since 1851 is proud to unveil "Single-Use Reflections," a sculptural installation by renowned artist & activist, Benjamin Von Wong, appearing on the High Line in New York City from April 4-17.
  • For over 170 years, Kiehl's has been committed to the health of skin and the wellbeing of the world.
  • "I am honored to be partnering with Kiehl's to amplify their message around circularity," said Von Wong.
  • Following its display on the High Line, "Single-Use Reflections" will move to a new location as an important reminder to #DontRebuyJustRefill.

Instant Pot Brands™ Introduces New Leadership and New Company Name

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Monday, April 1, 2024

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Instant Pot Brands, a leading designer, marketer and distributor of electric pressure cookers, air fryers and other small kitchen appliances globally, announced the appointment of four new senior executives to its leadership team: Chris Robins as Chief Executive Officer, Craig Carrigan as Chief Financial Officer, Lisa Kronish as Chief Human Resources Officer and Rudy Sumarli as Executive Vice President, Supply Chain and R&D. The appointments come in tandem with the Company's announcement that it has changed its name and will be doing business as Instant Pot Brands.

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  • The appointments come in tandem with the Company's announcement that it has changed its name and will be doing business as Instant Pot Brands.
  • "Chris, Craig, Lisa and Rudy's appointments are an exciting next step for Instant Pot Brands," said Rich Krause, Chairman of the Board of Directors.
  • "I am thrilled to join Instant Pot Brands, a Company with such a strong portfolio of products built on an iconic brand, with a dedicated team to match.
  • Instant Pot Brands' name change is a part of the Company's ongoing transformation following its separation from its former parent company, Instant Brands, in connection with Instant Brands' Chapter 11 process.

IL2000 names R+L Carriers, Southeastern, Averitt as 2023 Carriers of the Year

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Friday, March 22, 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IL2000 proudly announces the Annual Carrier of the Year Award winners, pursuing better carrier-provider relationships.

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  • VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- IL2000 proudly announces the Annual Carrier of the Year Award winners, pursuing better carrier-provider relationships.
  • Ken Nadler, IL2000 President
    IL2000's President, Ken Nadler, discussed the value of strong carrier-provider relationships.
  • Mark French, Director of Corporate Business Development at Averitt, said, "We're flattered to partner with IL2000 and to have received this recognition.
  • IL2000 thanks R+L Carriers, Southeastern, and Averitt for the past year of growth and ensuring successful service for our clients.

now.gg and Line Next sign MOU to bring Line Next games, across iOS, Android, PC, Mac and TV, to now.gg

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

CAMPBELL, Calif., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- now.gg announced a partnership with Line Next to bring several agreed-upon games to now.gg to enable cross-platform play and also constrained free distribution across all major platforms.

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  • The now.gg service is seamlessly integrated into platforms like Telegram and Discord where a large number of users of Web3 based games already exist.
  • This offers a unique way for Line Next to reach these users.
  • Users can enjoy Line Next's games both on Line Next's Digital Commerce platform DOSI and on now.gg.
  • At a basic level, games can be played across OS platforms like iOS, Android, PC, Mac and TV.

ZTO Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 and Full Year 2023 Unaudited Financial Results

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

SHANGHAI, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZTO Express (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ZTO and SEHK: 2057), a leading and fast-growing express delivery company in China ("ZTO" or the "Company"), today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023[1]. The Company grew parcel volume by 5.8 billion, or 23.8% year over year and expanded market share by 0.8 percentage points to 22.9% while maintaining high quality of service and customer satisfaction. Adjusted net income[2] increased 32.3% to reach RMB9.0 billion. Net cash generated from operating activities was RMB13,361.0 million.

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  • Cost of accessories sold was RMB513.4 million (US$72.3 million), increased by 10.8% compared with RMB463.4 million last year.
  • Other costs were RMB3,543.3 million (US$499.1 million), a decrease of 19.7% from RMB4,411.5 million in 2022.
  • Gross Profit was RMB11,662.5 million (US$1,642.6 million), increased 29.0% from RMB9,039.3 million last year as a combined result of revenues growth and cost productivity gain.
  • ZTO encourages investors and others to review the Company's financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.

Vital Voices Kicks Off Women’s History Month with an Interactive Art Exhibit at the United Nations and our 17th Annual Global Mentoring Walks

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Each woman profiled in the exhibit is tackling one of the 17 Global Goals.

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  • Each woman profiled in the exhibit is tackling one of the 17 Global Goals.
  • Join influential women leaders at the High Line in New York City for the 17th Global Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walks.
  • With over 135 walks planned in 43 countries for the 2024 Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walks leading up to International Women’s Day, this event marks a global movement toward gender parity and empowerment.
  • To learn more about this event and Global Mentoring Walks happening all around the world, click here .

Belden Launches Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, today announced the launch of its BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) Lite Managed Switch from Lumberg Automation.

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  • Belden Inc. (NYSE: BDC), a leading global supplier of network infrastructure and digitization solutions, today announced the launch of its BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) Lite Managed Switch from Lumberg Automation.
  • An extension of Belden’s Single Pair Ethernet portfolio of connectivity products, the new BEETLE switch empowers organizations to reduce network complexity by deploying thinner, lighter SPE cables that provide connectivity via a single pair of wires rather than the two or four pairs required by standard Ethernet.
  • With Power over Data Line (PoDL), IP40 protection and low power consumption, the BEETLE Lite Managed Switch provides SPE connectivity for a future-ready network.
  • The BEETLE Lite Managed Switch provides powerful benefits, such as:
    Transmits Ethernet up to at least 1 kilometer.

FEMET Showcases Intelligent Medical Service Platform at HIMSS, Eyeing Expansion into European and American Markets

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Through participation in the event, the firm aims to expand the reach of its smart healthcare service platform from Asia to European and American markets.

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  • Through participation in the event, the firm aims to expand the reach of its smart healthcare service platform from Asia to European and American markets.
  • During HIMSS 2024, FEMET, in partnership with Metal Industries Research & Development Centre, exhibited its EMCP at the Taiwan Theme Pavilion.
  • Hospitals can enhance their medical services by subscribing to TravelSIMcare (including medical video conferencing, patient registration, and medical payment) through the Microsoft cloud platform.
  • Looking forward, the company aspires to extend the two intelligent medical services to Europe and the United States, with the aim of providing medical services that transcend borders and distances."

Inna Braverman's Portrait will be Featured at the United Nations Vital Voices Art Exhibition for 'Women Leaders Powering the Global Goals'

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The artwork was created by three women artists: Gayle Kabaker, Stef Wong, and Erin K. Robinson.

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  • The artwork was created by three women artists: Gayle Kabaker, Stef Wong, and Erin K. Robinson.
  • During her NYC visit, Inna will also take Join influential women leaders at the High Line in New York City for the 17th Global Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walks.
  • This event serves as a prelude to International Women's Day on March 8, fostering mentorship and camaraderie among women leaders.
  • With over 135 walks planned in 43 countries for the 2024 Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walks leading up to International Women's Day, this event marks a global movement toward gender parity and empowerment.