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Blink Charging UK announces launch of advanced vehicle-to-grid charger in UK & Ireland

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Monday, November 13, 2023

LONDON, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blink Charging UK today announced the launch of its advanced EQ 200 charger for the UK and Ireland.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blink Charging UK today announced the launch of its advanced EQ 200 charger for the UK and Ireland.
  • Miko de Haan, President of Blink Charging Europe, said: "Electric vehicle sales outpaced expectations in the UK last year, accounting for nearly 17% of new registrations.
  • Alex Calnan, Managing Director, Blink Charging UK, said: "The launch of our grid-ready EQ 200 charger into the UK and Irish markets is an important moment for EV charging.
  • Blink Charging UK has ambitious plans to further expand its offerings in the UK and Ireland to include new commercial and home chargers, global network services and apps, and new fleet management tools.

Mercedes-Benz Announces Strategic Agreement with Buc-ee's to Join Forces to Deliver Premium EV Charging Experience at Buc-ee's Locations Nationwide

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

This collaboration underscores the commitment of both organizations to provide exceptional value and an unparalleled experience to their customers.

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  • This collaboration underscores the commitment of both organizations to provide exceptional value and an unparalleled experience to their customers.
  • Buc-ee’s strategic locations along major travel routes, combined with their commitment to clean and accessible amenities, aligns perfectly with our vision.
  • Mercedes-Benz HPC NA and Buc-ee's look forward to delivering a revolutionary charging and travel experience to EV drivers nationwide.
  • As part of Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG, we play a crucial role in expanding the North American EV charging infrastructure and driving EV adoption.

Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation annual gala and stroll enlivens State Street

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago Loop Alliance is pleased to announce the Let the Good Times Stroll Annual Gala gathered over 350 key Loop stakeholders and civic luminaries along State Street for a lively, New Orleans style second line parade along State Street from Couch Place alley to the Palmer House, a Hilton hotel.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chicago Loop Alliance is pleased to announce the Let the Good Times Stroll Annual Gala gathered over 350 key Loop stakeholders and civic luminaries along State Street for a lively, New Orleans style second line parade along State Street from Couch Place alley to the Palmer House, a Hilton hotel.
  • Event attendees assembled in Couch Place alley for a brief cocktail reception before stepping off along State Street sidewalks led by Chicago brass band, Windy City Ramblers.
  • “Bringing the Big Easy to the City of Broad Shoulders only further enhanced the Loop’s unique nature of iconic architecture surrounded by unknown surprises around every corner,” said Michael Edwards, President and CEO of Chicago Loop Alliance.
  • “Let the Good Times Stroll brought joy to not only our gala attendees, but to the many Chicagoans and visitors along State Street who cheered and took photos of us along the way.

AURI Announces New Transfer Agent and Over 1 Billion Share Reduction From Outstanding

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Monday, October 30, 2023

DALLAS, TX, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - Auri Inc. (OTC PINK: AURI) ("AURI") (the "Company") is proud to announce we have filed paperwork to hire Signature Stock Transfer to be Auri Inc. transfer agent.

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  • DALLAS, TX, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire - Auri Inc. (OTC PINK: AURI) ("AURI") (the "Company") is proud to announce we have filed paperwork to hire Signature Stock Transfer to be Auri Inc. transfer agent.
  • Auri Inc. is very excited about this development because the process to retiring the “lost certificates” we discussed on our twitter (see previous link and conversation https://x.com/AURI_OTC/status/1692200865224880245?s=20 ) has been an expensive process.
  • Our old transfer agent EQ shareholder services process was to charge us a percent of the value ultimately costing us over $40,000 to cancel the certificates.
  • Unlike the previous transfer agent, Signature Stock Transfer updates the OTCMarkets more than 1 time a month.

Mercedes-Benz Announces Strategic Alliance with Simon® to Expand High-Power Charging Network

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Further, this expansion of the Mercedes-Benz Charging Network to Simon locations will bring hundreds of construction jobs to the communities that they’re located in.

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  • Further, this expansion of the Mercedes-Benz Charging Network to Simon locations will bring hundreds of construction jobs to the communities that they’re located in.
  • This alliance represents one of Mercedes-Benz HPC NA’s initial steps towards fulfilling its promise of expanding the EV charging map in North America through a value-based approach.
  • Mercedes-Benz's initiatives to establish a high-power charging infrastructure also include the Europe-wide fast-charging network joint venture IONITY, which already comprises around 3,000 charging points, and the recently established joint venture with six other automotive OEMs to expand the North American high-power charging network.
  • The company's own Mercedes-Benz Charging Network consisting of branded charging hubs is the next important step in the company's electrification strategy.

American Water Declares Quarterly Dividend

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.7075 per share of common stock, payable on December 1, 2023, to all shareholders of record as of November 14, 2023.

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  • American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.7075 per share of common stock, payable on December 1, 2023, to all shareholders of record as of November 14, 2023.
  • This quarterly dividend is a continuation of the increase in the annualized dividend approved by the Board and announced in April 2023.
  • American Water offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan called American Water Stock Direct (the “Plan”), which enables shareholders to reinvest cash dividends and purchase additional shares of American Water common stock without any brokerage commissions or service charges.
  • This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities.

Sony Electronics Introduces New Addition to Car AV Receiver Line

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics Inc. today announced a new addition to its line of car AV receivers, the XAV-AX8500. The XAV-AX8500 offers a customizable experience to fit user's personal visual and audio experience, while providing industry leading quality. This new model includes a large HD screen with a unique tilt and swivel mechanism, along with various customization features for enhanced visual and audio performance and will be available at Sony authorized dealers in winter 2024.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics Inc. today announced a new addition to its line of car AV receivers, the XAV-AX8500.
  • The XAV-AX8500 offers a customizable experience to fit user's personal visual and audio experience, while providing industry leading quality.
  • The LCD is bonded directly to the protective glass touch layer with a transparent adhesive which realizes an extremely precise touch experience.
  • HD Graphical User Interface: The 1280 x 720 HD touchscreen offers an enhanced user interface for safety and ease of use.

EQ Taps Jason Brausewetter To Lead Private Company Solutions Business

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EQ, a leading provider of ownership data management, analytics, and advisory services to public and private companies, today announces the appointment of Jason Brausewetter as President, EQ Private Company Solutions. He will lead EQ PCS as they continue guide companies through the ownership journey from inception to IPO with its flagship platform, Astrella®.

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  • Industry veteran assumes the role of President, EQ Private Company Solutions (EQ PCS), bringing extensive leadership experience to the company's PCS operations.
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EQ , a leading provider of ownership data management, analytics, and advisory services to public and private companies, today announces the appointment of Jason Brausewetter as President, EQ Private Company Solutions.
  • He will lead EQ PCS as they continue guide companies through the ownership journey from inception to IPO with its flagship platform, Astrella®.
  • "Jason's extensive industry knowledge and leadership experience make him the ideal person to steer our Private Company Solutions division," Flanigan said.

Thompkins takes Bassmaster Opens EQ points title, eight others punch Elite Series ticket

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The goal for JT Thompkins entering the 2023 St. Croix Bassmaster Opens season was simply to qualify for the 2024 Bassmaster Elite Series.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The goal for JT Thompkins entering the 2023 St. Croix Bassmaster Opens season was simply to qualify for the 2024 Bassmaster Elite Series.
  • But as the season unfolded and an Elite Series berth became more and more likely, Thompkins shifted his focus solely to winning the Opens Elite Qualifier Division Angler of the Year title.
  • Along with the $10,000 cash prize, the Myrtle Beach, S.C., native will be heading to the Bassmaster Elite Series.
  • Robert Gee , Tyler Williams , Wesley Gore , Logan Parks , Ben Milliken and Kyle Patrick all earned Elite Series berths as well.

Mercedes-Benz USA reports Q3 2023 total sales of 90,011 vehicles

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Additionally, Mercedes-Benz Vans reported Q3 2023 sales of 18,913 units, bringing MBUSA to a total of 90,011 vehicles for the quarter.

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  • Additionally, Mercedes-Benz Vans reported Q3 2023 sales of 18,913 units, bringing MBUSA to a total of 90,011 vehicles for the quarter.
  • Strong, sustained demand for EQ and Top-End Vehicles propelled Q3 Top-End growth of 11% for a total of 21,020 vehicles.
  • Sales for Vans rose to 18,913 units in Q3 2023 an increase of 24% compared to the same quarter last year.
  • Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) models recorded sales of 34,957 vehicles during the third quarter of 2023, an increase of 6% versus Q3 2022.