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Georgia Power's 2023 Integrated Resource Plan Update supports Georgia's extraordinary economic growth

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Friday, October 27, 2023

ATLANTA, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power today filed an update to its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) that sets forth a flexible, comprehensive plan to support the state's extraordinary economic growth and continue providing clean, safe, reliable, and affordable power for customers. Georgia, long recognized as a top state in the country in which to do business, is attracting extraordinary customer growth. Current energy projections for the state now reflect energy growth of approximately 6,600 MW through 2030, up from approximately 400 MW previously forecasted in January 2022.

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  • Company seeks approval to invest in and deploy new generation resources, continue transforming its fleet and electric grid
    ATLANTA, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power today filed an update to its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) that sets forth a flexible, comprehensive plan to support the state's extraordinary economic growth and continue providing clean, safe, reliable, and affordable power for customers.
  • Georgia, long recognized as a top state in the country in which to do business, is attracting extraordinary customer growth.
  • Building upon the plan approved in its 2022 IRP, the company's 2023 IRP Update seeks approval to deploy additional generation resources to reliably and economically support Georgia's rapidly growing energy needs.
  • "Georgia has continued to experience rapid economic growth since the filing of our IRP in early 2022," said Kim Greene, chairman, president, and CEO of Georgia Power.

Pliant Therapeutics INTEGRIS-PSC Phase 2a Interim Data Evaluating Bexotegrast in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis to be Highlighted in an Oral Late-Breaking Presentation at The Liver Meeting® 2023

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

The oral presentation titled “Oral αvβ6/αVβ1 Integrin Inhibition in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis: 12-week Interim Safety and Efficacy Analysis of INTEGRIS-PSC, A Phase 2a Trial of Bexotegrast,” will be delivered by Professor Gideon Hirschfield, M.D., Lily and Terry Horner Chair in Autoimmune Liver Disease Research, Toronto Centre for Liver Disease.

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  • The oral presentation titled “Oral αvβ6/αVβ1 Integrin Inhibition in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis: 12-week Interim Safety and Efficacy Analysis of INTEGRIS-PSC, A Phase 2a Trial of Bexotegrast,” will be delivered by Professor Gideon Hirschfield, M.D., Lily and Terry Horner Chair in Autoimmune Liver Disease Research, Toronto Centre for Liver Disease.
  • PSC is a rare, progressive liver disease of unknown origin, which frequently occurs in the setting of inflammatory bowel disease.
  • PSC is characterized by inflammation and fibrosis, with progressive liver and biliary damage leading to cirrhosis and liver failure.
  • Exploratory endpoints will measure changes in liver fibrosis markers, ELF and PRO-C3, liver biochemistry and liver imaging.

Mediar Therapeutics Announces Clinical Candidates for Lead Fibrosis Programs, Strategic Collaborations and Key Leadership Addition

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mediar Therapeutics Inc., a biotechnology company advancing a portfolio of first-in-class therapies that halt fibrosis progression, today announced several milestones that support clinical advancement of its portfolio of novel antibodies: the nomination of two clinical candidates, key strategic collaborations with Pfizer Ignite and WuXi Biologics, and the appointment of Jeffrey D. Bornstein, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer.

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  • Mediar's first candidate, MTX-463, is a first-in-class monoclonal antibody designed to neutralize the WISP-1 signaling that is elevated in and contributes to fibrosis progression.
  • Its second candidate, MTX-474, is a first-in-class monoclonal antibody designed to neutralize the EphrinB2 signaling that causes fibrosis advancement and may play a role in defining the fibrotic niche.
  • Mediar plans to advance both MTX-463 and MTX-474 into Phase 1 clinical development in 2024.
  • In addition, he directed development programs, including those focused on fibrosis, at Biogen, Gilead Sciences, Elan Pharmaceuticals and other early-stage biotechnology companies.

Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition Joins Pet Sustainability Coalition To Drive Sustainable Pet Industry Practices

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

ST. JOSEPH, Mo., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, a leading provider of innovative animal nutrition solutions, is proud to announce its membership in the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), an industry organization dedicated to promoting sustainability and responsible business practices within the pet food industry.

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  • ST. JOSEPH, Mo., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, a leading provider of innovative animal nutrition solutions, is proud to announce its membership in the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC), an industry organization dedicated to promoting sustainability and responsible business practices within the pet food industry.
  • By joining PSC, Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition is not only advancing their own work, they are supporting the pet industry as we create a more sustainable future."
  • As a member of the Pet Sustainability Coalition, Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition will have access to valuable resources, best practices, and a community of like-minded organizations committed to sustainability.
  • Drive Industry Change: Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition will collaborate with other PSC members to advance sustainable practices and set industry benchmarks.

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Alliance Insurance (PSC)

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Friday, October 20, 2023

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Alliance Insurance (PSC) (Alliance) (United Arab Emirates).

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  • AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Alliance Insurance (PSC) (Alliance) (United Arab Emirates).
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry.

CNOOC Limited Announces the Train 3 of Tangguh LNG Project Commences Production

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Friday, October 20, 2023

HONG KONG, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CNOOC Limited (the "Company", SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) announces that the first LNG cargo from the newly-built liquefaction train (Train 3) of the Tangguh LNG project in Indonesia has been delivered, marking the safe commencement of the Train 3 of Tangguh LNG project.

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  • HONG KONG, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CNOOC Limited (the "Company", SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) announces that the first LNG cargo from the newly-built liquefaction train (Train 3) of the Tangguh LNG project in Indonesia has been delivered, marking the safe commencement of the Train 3 of Tangguh LNG project.
  • Tangguh LNG project is located in Papua Barat Province in Indonesia, consisting of 6 offshore gas fields under 3 PSCs.
  • Train 3 brings the total plant capacity to 11.4 mtpa, which further consolidates the position of Tangguh LNG project as the largest gas field and the largest LNG production hub in Indonesia.
  • CNOOC Muturi Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, holds a 13.90% interest in Tangguh project.

ManTech Chairman Kevin Phillips Joins Bluestone as Executive Partner

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluestone Investment Partners ("Bluestone"), a McLean, Virginia-based private equity firm focused on investing in defense, intelligence and federal technology solutions providers, today announced that Kevin M. Phillips has joined the team as an Executive Partner.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluestone Investment Partners ("Bluestone"), a McLean, Virginia-based private equity firm focused on investing in defense, intelligence and federal technology solutions providers, today announced that Kevin M. Phillips has joined the team as an Executive Partner.
  • Phillips led the successful sale of ManTech to Carlyle in September 2022 for $4.2 billion.
  • "Kevin's experience, integrity and mission commitment are second to none in an industry filled with high quality leaders," said John Allen, Bluestone co-founder and Managing Partner.
  • "I am excited to work with the Bluestone team and help add value to the firm's portfolio companies."

Generational Equity Advises Procerus Skin Care in its Sale to Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client Procerus Skin Care to Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center (a portfolio company of Incline Equity Partners).

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  • Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client Procerus Skin Care to Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center (a portfolio company of Incline Equity Partners).
  • Procerus Skin Care (PSC), located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a well-established Medical Spa, known for its innovative approach to skin and body care.
  • Services address a variety of cosmetic concerns, integrating aesthetic non-invasive cosmetic laser treatments, minimally invasive injectables, and medical-grade skin care products in a safe, proven, effective, and individualized manner.
  • Headquartered in Petoskey, Michigan, Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center (CSLC) offers aesthetic and regenerative services including cosmetic injectables, skin rejuvenation, body contouring and liposuction.

Festool Announces Limited Edition Cordless Combo Kits

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LEBANON, Ind., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Festool, a leading manufacturer of innovative, precision-engineered, and durable power tool solutions, today announced a new range of offerings designed to provide users greater versatility and convenience. Available beginning November 14, 2023, three limited edition cordless combo kits offer professional tradespeople innovation, performance, and quality for any task.

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  • Available beginning November 14, 2023, three limited edition cordless combo kits offer professional tradespeople innovation, performance, and quality for any task.
  • "Our limited edition Cordless Combo Kits epitomize the blend of innovation and versatility that Festool is known for," said Rick Bush, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Festool.
  • TID + TSC Combo Kit: Step up your game with the TID + TSC Combo Kit.
  • Starting November 14, 2023, for a limited time at participating dealers, the TID + TSC Combo Kit (577118) will be available at $999.00, the TID + HKC Combo Kit (577119) will be available at $999.00 and the TID + PSC Combo Kit (577120) will be available at $750.00.

Avangrid Subsidiaries NYSEG and RG&E’s Reliable Energy New York Plan Approved by State: Plan Allows for Critical Investments Necessary for Safety, Reliability, and the Transition to the Clean Energy Future

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Friday, October 13, 2023

“This plan is an investment in the future reliability and resiliency of the New York grid,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.

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  • “This plan is an investment in the future reliability and resiliency of the New York grid,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • Overall, the approval will support 231 new jobs at the Companies as well as 716 indirect jobs in New York state.
  • These billions of dollars in investments will help bring clean renewable energy onto our electric grid while ensuring that service remains safe, reliable, and affordable.
  • Convergent Energy and Power looks forward to continuing to partner with utilities in New York State to deliver energy storage systems that benefit our customers their and communities.”