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Black Swan Graphene Announces Closing of Equity Swap with Nationwide Engineering Creating a Strategic Partnership, Part of an Integrated Supply Chain, to Accelerate the Adoption of Graphene-enhanced Concrete Globally

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

The partnerships between Black Swan and NERD, and between NERD and Arup, are intended to enhance expertise and create an integrated supply chain aimed at accelerating the adoption of graphene-enhanced concrete globally.

Key Points: 
  • The partnerships between Black Swan and NERD, and between NERD and Arup, are intended to enhance expertise and create an integrated supply chain aimed at accelerating the adoption of graphene-enhanced concrete globally.
  • The product has been developed in partnership with The University of Manchester's Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre ("GEIC").
  • Black Swan is a producer of low cost and high-performance graphene powders, derived from graphite, ideally suited for the concrete industry.
  • Black Swan's graphene technology was originally developed by Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. and advanced internally until the launch of Black Swan in 2021.

Black Swan Graphene and Nationwide Engineering Announce Strategic Partnership, Part of an Integrated Supply Chain, to Accelerate the Adoption of Graphene-enhanced Concrete Globally

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Monday, March 27, 2023

The partnerships between Black Swan and NERD, and between NERD and Arup, are intended to enhance expertise and create an integrated supply chain aimed at accelerating the adoption of graphene-enhanced concrete globally.

Key Points: 
  • The partnerships between Black Swan and NERD, and between NERD and Arup, are intended to enhance expertise and create an integrated supply chain aimed at accelerating the adoption of graphene-enhanced concrete globally.
  • Black Swan is a producer of low cost and high-performance graphene powders, derived from graphite, ideally suited for the concrete industry.
  • Black Swan's graphene technology was originally developed by Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. and advanced internally until the launch of Black Swan in 2021.
  • Paradigm Capital is acting as an advisor for Black Swan Graphene Inc. for the transaction announced today.

Black Swan Graphene and Nationwide Engineering Announce Strategic Partnership, Part of an Integrated Supply Chain, to Accelerate the Adoption of Graphene-enhanced Concrete Globally

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 27, 2023

The partnerships between Black Swan and NERD, and between NERD and Arup, are intended to enhance expertise and create an integrated supply chain aimed at accelerating the adoption of graphene-enhanced concrete globally.

Key Points: 
  • The partnerships between Black Swan and NERD, and between NERD and Arup, are intended to enhance expertise and create an integrated supply chain aimed at accelerating the adoption of graphene-enhanced concrete globally.
  • Black Swan is a producer of low cost and high-performance graphene powders, derived from graphite, ideally suited for the concrete industry.
  • Black Swan's graphene technology was originally developed by Thomas Swan & Co. Ltd. and advanced internally until the launch of Black Swan in 2021.
  • Paradigm Capital is acting as an advisor for Black Swan Graphene Inc. for the transaction announced today.

Last Energy Welcomes Mike Reynolds as United Kingdom CEO

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last Energy , which has created a new model for the development, delivery, and operation of nuclear power plants, today announced that Mike Reynolds has joined the company as United Kingdom CEO.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Last Energy , which has created a new model for the development, delivery, and operation of nuclear power plants, today announced that Mike Reynolds has joined the company as United Kingdom CEO.
  • Reynolds brings 20 years of experience at energy and climate companies including Vattenfall, SSE, and Natural Capital Partners to his new role at Last Energy.
  • Enhancing energy security and affordability are immediate priorities as the country moves to quickly mitigate the energy crisis.
  • Last Energy is assembling an incredible team, led by Mike and supported by folks like Paul and Laurence, to accelerate nuclear energy production and deliver abundant, affordable, clean energy to people across the UK.

KBR to Deliver Innovative Solutions in Support of UK Nuclear Infrastructure

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

HOUSTON, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it will be shaping innovative future solutions to critical UK nuclear infrastructure following a contract award that advances its support in the sector.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it will be shaping innovative future solutions to critical UK nuclear infrastructure following a contract award that advances its support in the sector.
  • Through the three-year agreement, KBR will deliver expert project, program and portfolio support to UK Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), part of the UK's Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA).
  • "This work underlines our commitment to an ever-growing and increasingly important area of national critical infrastructure," said Paul Kahn, President of KBR's Government Solutions International business.
  • KBR has been part of the nuclear energy landscape for more than half a century.

The NWMO Launches 60-Day Public Comment Period on the Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

TORONTO, Aug. 25, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) today issued the Draft Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste (ISRW) for public comment.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 25, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) today issued the Draft Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste (ISRW) for public comment.
  • In 2020, the NWMO was asked to lead the development of an integrated radioactive waste management strategy, at the request of the Minister of Natural Resources Canada, as part of the Government of Canada's Radioactive Waste Policy Review .
  • This Draft Strategy Report represents a next step and builds on what the NWMO heard from Canadians and Indigenous people.
  • "The NWMO is pleased to share the Draft Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste for Public CommentWe thank all those who shared with us their experience and advice through surveys and more than 70 engagement sessions we hosted since March 2021.

Perma-Fix Among Three Suppliers Awarded Four-Year Framework Contract Worth up to £41 Million for the Treatment and Conditioning of Radioactive Waste in the UK

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Mark Duff, President and CEO of the Company, commented, Perma-Fix is thrilled to receive the award of this Framework Contract by the UK governments Nuclear Waste Services, with a total value of up to 41 million across three suppliers for the treatment and conditioning of radioactive waste.

Key Points: 
  • Mark Duff, President and CEO of the Company, commented, Perma-Fix is thrilled to receive the award of this Framework Contract by the UK governments Nuclear Waste Services, with a total value of up to 41 million across three suppliers for the treatment and conditioning of radioactive waste.
  • Nuclear Waste Services brings together the UKs leading nuclear waste management capabilities.
  • Nuclear Waste Services is integral to this environmental clean-up mission, as we work to provide permanent answers to our countrys nuclear waste.
  • The Company operates four nuclear waste treatment facilities and provides nuclear services at DOE, DOD, and commercial facilities, nationwide.

DarkPulse, Inc. Subsidiary, Optilan, Hires Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

(OTC: DPLS) (DPLS" or "the Company"), today announced that Ross Tweedale will be joining Optilan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective March 7, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • (OTC: DPLS) (DPLS" or "the Company"), today announced that Ross Tweedale will be joining Optilan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective March 7, 2022.
  • Over the 10 years spent in practice, Ross provided his client base with wide range of assurance and advisory activities, including IPO preparation support.
  • In his personal life Ross enjoys spending time with his family, has two young girls and is very happily 'outnumbered'.
  • Our actual results and financial condition may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.

Lisa Gordon-Hagerty Joins Westinghouse Government Services

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Monday, August 23, 2021

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa., Aug. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Westinghouse Electric Company has announced the appointment of Lisa Gordon-Hagerty to its board of directors for Westinghouse Government Services (WGS) the delivery platform for the company's nuclear technologies and services for government programs globally.As the lead Director for Strategic Programs, WGS, Gordon-Hagerty will help the company with continued strategy anddevelopment of programs to support the United States Department of Energy and Defense nuclear decommissioning, security and energy goals.

Key Points: 
  • CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa., Aug. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Westinghouse Electric Company has announced the appointment of Lisa Gordon-Hagerty to its board of directors for Westinghouse Government Services (WGS) the delivery platform for the company's nuclear technologies and services for government programs globally.As the lead Director for Strategic Programs, WGS, Gordon-Hagerty will help the company with continued strategy anddevelopment of programs to support the United States Department of Energy and Defense nuclear decommissioning, security and energy goals.
  • "As the previous Administrator of National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Lisa has deep insight into the complex opportunities facing government nuclear security programs throughout the world," said Patrick Fragman, Westinghouse President and CEO.
  • Westinghouse Government Services, LLC serves as the delivery platform for the company's nuclear technologies and services for government programs globally.
  • Westinghouse Government Services has operation and significant projects in the United States supporting the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Department of Defense; the United Kingdom supporting the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and the Ministry of Defense; and Canada supporting the Canadian National Laboratory.

Jacobs to Lead Key Decommissioning Projects at Dounreay Nuclear Site

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to lead two decommissioning projects at the Dounreay nuclear site in Scotland, U.K., which Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL) estimates to have a combined value of $15.9 million (11.2 million).

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to lead two decommissioning projects at the Dounreay nuclear site in Scotland, U.K., which Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL) estimates to have a combined value of $15.9 million (11.2 million).
  • Jacobs will upgrade the ventilation systems for the Prototype Fast Reactor (PFR) under a $9.94 million (7 million) contract from DSRL, the company responsible for cleaning up the site, on behalf of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority .
  • "These projects continue the complex work Jacobs has performed to make the site and surrounding areas safe and clean for future generations."
  • DSRL Head of Reactors Phil Cartwright said: "At PFR there are a number of unique decommissioning challenges.