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Global Mineral Oil Market Outlook & Forecast 2022-2027: Growing Demand from the Pharmaceutical Industry & Increasing Demand for White Oil - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

The global mineral oil market to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% during 2021-2027.

Key Points: 
  • The global mineral oil market to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% during 2021-2027.
  • The personal care industry is the fastest growing segment projected at a CAGR of 4.25% during the forecast period.
  • Mineral oil is used in the pharmaceutical industry for specific formulations such as bulk drugs, lotions, ointments, laxatives, etc.
  • Growth in the personal care industry in Europe and North America provides an opportunity to increase the consumption of white mineral oil.

Bluefin, DRB® and Datacap Systems Announce the Rollout of PCI-Validated Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) Processing at C-Store Car Washes

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

ATLANTA, AKRON, Ohio and CHALFONT, Pa., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Integrated payments and security leader, Bluefin, announced today the rollout of its PCI-validated point-to-point encryption (P2PE) solution across 458 U.S. car wash locations with partners DRB and Datacap Systems.

Key Points: 
  • With the largest install base of any car wash technology provider, DRB specializes in advanced point-of-sale systems (POS) and next generation business management.
  • The company's brands include DRB Tunnel Solutions, DRB In-Bay Solutions (formerly Unitec), Suds, Washifyand Driverse.
  • Datacap Systems builds innovative and customized payment solutions that route through dozens of pre-certified devices from leading OEMs all via a universal payments integration.
  • Now as a masterbrand that includes DRB Tunnel Solutions, DRB In-Bay Solutions (formerly Unitec), Suds, Washify and Driverse, that tradition continues.

TravelCenters of America Launches New Custom Fleet Credit Card Program

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Monday, April 18, 2022

TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA), nationwide operator and franchisor of the TA, Petro Stopping Centers and TA Express travel center network, announced today the launch of TA Fleet Universal, a new fleet card payment program, powered by WEX Inc.s (NYSE: WEX) global commerce platform.

Key Points: 
  • TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA), nationwide operator and franchisor of the TA, Petro Stopping Centers and TA Express travel center network, announced today the launch of TA Fleet Universal, a new fleet card payment program, powered by WEX Inc.s (NYSE: WEX) global commerce platform.
  • Cardholders may benefit from fuel and product discounts and additional perks that will soon be available for TAs UltraOne Loyalty Program members as well.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220418005138/en/
    TA Fleet Universal card (Photo: Business Wire)
    The TA Fleet Universal Credit Card program increases driver convenience and supports our commitment to enhance the guest experience nationwide, said Jon Pertchik, Chief Executive Officer of TravelCenters of America.
  • TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) is the nation's largest publicly traded full-service travel center network.

First Insight Inflation Study: Gas, Groceries, and Dining Out Top the List for Rising Costs; Apparel, Footwear and Accessories in Top 7 Squeezing Consumers

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Gasoline, groceries, and dining out top a list of the twelve most acute inflation pain points for consumers today, according to First Insights latest study detailing the impacts of inflation on consumer spending.

Key Points: 
  • Gasoline, groceries, and dining out top a list of the twelve most acute inflation pain points for consumers today, according to First Insights latest study detailing the impacts of inflation on consumer spending.
  • At the same time Apparel, Footwear and Accessories are in the Top 7 driving pricing concerns that are already compounded with supply chain issues and availability of goods.
  • Record high prices on essential items will negatively impact both consumers confidence and their spending power.
  • Some categories, such as Apparel, Footwear, Accessories, Travel and Entertainment may struggle as consumers cut back on discretionary spending.

Eleanor Health Raises $50 Million to Combat Historic Mental Health Crisis and Expand Proven Value-Based Care Model for Addiction and Mental Health

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

Mental health and addiction are some of our biggest health crises, but the problem is not just about access to care, said Corbin Petro, CEO and co-founder of Eleanor Health.

Key Points: 
  • Mental health and addiction are some of our biggest health crises, but the problem is not just about access to care, said Corbin Petro, CEO and co-founder of Eleanor Health.
  • Eleanor's model of providing high value care that addresses all of their members health needs is fully aligned with our Health Assurance thesis.
  • Eleanor offers the only care model for mental health and addiction that is evidence-based, data-driven, tech-enabled, and founded in harm reduction.
  • Eleanor Health provides evidence-based, whole-person care specializing in addressing the unique complexities of individuals and populations with substance use disorders and mental health needs.

TravelCenters of America Inc. First Quarter 2022 Conference Call Scheduled for Tuesday, May 3rd

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Monday, April 4, 2022

TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) today announced that it will issue a press release containing its first quarter 2022 financial results after the Nasdaq closes on Monday, May 2, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) today announced that it will issue a press release containing its first quarter 2022 financial results after the Nasdaq closes on Monday, May 2, 2022.
  • Participants should dial in about 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the call.
  • A replay of the conference call will be available through Tuesday, May 10, 2022.
  • About TravelCenters of America Inc.:
    TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) is the nation's largest publicly traded full-service travel center network.

TravelCenters of America Inc. Acquires Two Travel Center Locations for $45 Million

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Monday, April 4, 2022

TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) today announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of two travel center locations for $45 million.

Key Points: 
  • TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) today announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of two travel center locations for $45 million.
  • Located along the Interstate 81 corridor in Virginia, Petro Raphine and TA Lexington have been successful TA franchise locations since 2011.
  • TA expects to realize significantly more cashflow from owning these locations than as franchise locations and forecasts these locations will generate approximately $9.0 million of site-level EBITDA in 2023.
  • About TravelCenters of America Inc.:
    TravelCenters of America Inc. (Nasdaq: TA) is the nation's largest publicly traded full-service travel center network.

UK Consumers More Focused on Recommerce, Reducing Carbon Footprint and Sustainable Packaging than US Counterparts, According to New First Insight Sustainability Report

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Monday, April 4, 2022

Differences between the two countries preferences were identified on topics including pricing for sustainable products, recommerce, defining and prioritizing sustainable products, and packaging.

Key Points: 
  • Differences between the two countries preferences were identified on topics including pricing for sustainable products, recommerce, defining and prioritizing sustainable products, and packaging.
  • The study also concluded that 80% of UK consumers believe too much packaging accompanies online purchases compared to only 71% of US consumers.
  • UK consumers were also found to be more skeptical and demanding on transparency than those in the US.
  • Thirty percent of UK consumers shop sustainable brands in order to reduce their carbon footprint or, nearly equally (29%), to reduce production waste.

2022 Insights on the MEASA Plastics Industry - Growing Concern about Plastic Waste to Influence Material Innovation and Recycling - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

This study presents an assessment of the plastics industry in MEASA in 2021 and evaluates its future prospects.

Key Points: 
  • This study presents an assessment of the plastics industry in MEASA in 2021 and evaluates its future prospects.
  • The current size of the plastics industry in the region is assessed by factors such as end-use sector growth, substitution potential, political, socioeconomic, regulatory, environmental, raw material trends, and technology adoption.
  • These factors are classified under drivers and restraints and are used in the forecast analysis.
  • The study lists the key market participants and the critical competitive factors to achieve organic growth and gain a solid foothold in the market.

Skillz Names Play Mechanix the First “Developer of the Year” Award Recipient of 2021 at This Year’s Game Developers Conference

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220322005460/en/
    Chicago-based Play Mechanix Named the Recipient of Skillz' "Developer of the Year" Award for 2021 at the Game Developers Conference (GDC) (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Developers are the heart and soul of the Skillz platform, so its a pleasure to honor Play Mechanix as the recipient of Skillz first Developer of the Year Award, said Andrew Paradise, CEO of Skillz.
  • From introducing one of last years fastest rising titles on the Skillz platform that ranked No.
  • Play Mechanixs next-generation mobile game, Big Buck Hunter: Marksman inaugurated the first-person shooter game genre on Skillz platform.
  • Play Mechanix has been expanding its relationship with Skillz, continuing to iterate upon its popular hunting title and enhance the player experience.