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Ginkgo Bioworks and SaponiQx Awarded MCDC Contract to Discover and Manufacture Next-Generation Vaccine Adjuvants Using Generative Molecular Design

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Adjuvants are components of vaccines that help to enhance the magnitude, breadth, and duration of the immune response to vaccination.

Key Points: 
  • Adjuvants are components of vaccines that help to enhance the magnitude, breadth, and duration of the immune response to vaccination.
  • Currently, only a handful of adjuvants are available for human use in licensed vaccines.
  • Ginkgo will develop a first-generation Adjuvant Development Candidate (ADC) production method, using a heterologous production strain such as brewers' yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
  • Development of a first-generation ADC production method could facilitate further development of a sustainable mass-production manufacturing process for these complex adjuvants.

Northrop Grumman Passes Preliminary Design Review for Next Generation Interceptor Solution

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) Next Generation Interceptor team completed its All-Up Round (AUR) Preliminary Design Review (PDR), in partnership with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on January 26.

Key Points: 
  • HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) Next Generation Interceptor team completed its All-Up Round (AUR) Preliminary Design Review (PDR), in partnership with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on January 26.
  • Northrop Grumman’s Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team completed its Preliminary Design Review one year earlier than the original contract date.
  • (Credit: Northrop Grumman)
    The PDR established the technical approach for the full integration of Northrop Grumman’s interceptor design across all its subsystems to move into more advanced phases of development.
  • Lisa Brown, vice president, Next Generation Interceptor program, Northrop Grumman: “The Northrop Grumman NGI PDR demonstrated our technology, innovation, readiness, and performance.

Opportunity Assessment of the Missile Tracking Systems Market, 2023 to 2033: AI and ML Integration for Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs)

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Friday, December 22, 2023

Additionally, the space-based missile tracking systems segment includes armored radar vehicle, armored personnel carrier (APC), military radar truck, and anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) vehicle segments.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the space-based missile tracking systems segment includes armored radar vehicle, armored personnel carrier (APC), military radar truck, and anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) vehicle segments.
  • Moreover, favorable government policies are also expected to support the growth of the missile tracking systems market in North America and Europe during the forecast period.
  • In North America, the U.S. is anticipated to show the highest growth in the missile tracking systems market among other countries in North America.
  • Directed Energy Weapons: Directed energy weapons (DEWs) can considerably improve the overall efficacy of missile tracking systems by providing quick, precision-based countermeasures.

Lockheed Martin's Next Generation Interceptor Program Advances Through Major Design Milestone

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Monday, October 16, 2023

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin's (NYSE: LMT) Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program executed its digital All Up Round (AUR) Preliminary Design Review (PDR), in partnership with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), on September 29. The company remains on-plan to deliver NGI on an accelerated schedule for the warfighter.

Key Points: 
  • HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin's (NYSE: LMT) Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program executed its digital All Up Round (AUR) Preliminary Design Review (PDR), in partnership with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), on September 29.
  • These tools ultimately drive affordability within the program, as the company progresses to deliver a capable, mature, and reliable interceptor to the MDA.
  • Some of these include validating the program's approach to sensing threats and Lockheed Martin's flight computer which successfully communicated to major NGI subsystems.
  • This latest PDR milestone means Lockheed Martin's NGI program has progressed solidly in its design work.

Eunisell's Pioneering Production Facilities to Transform Oil and Gas Landscape

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Friday, August 11, 2023

LAGOS, Nigeria, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eunisell, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, has introduced a groundbreaking solution to reshape the Niger Delta's oil and gas sector - the Early Production Facilities (EPFs).

Key Points: 
  • LAGOS, Nigeria, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eunisell, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, has introduced a groundbreaking solution to reshape the Niger Delta's oil and gas sector - the Early Production Facilities (EPFs).
  • Strategically positioned in challenging onshore and remote swamp locales, these facilities are poised to expedite oil and gas production on new or marginal field developments, propelling rapid revenue and early cash flow.
  • The oil and gas industry in the Niger Delta has long grappled with logistical intricacies, regulatory hurdles, and remote locations hampering timely oil and gas production.
  • Eunisell's trailblazing Early Production Facilities have not only revolutionized the industry but also established a blueprint for others to emulate.

Eunisell's Pioneering Production Facilities to Transform Oil and Gas Landscape

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Friday, August 11, 2023

LAGOS, Nigeria, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eunisell, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, has introduced a groundbreaking solution to reshape the Niger Delta's oil and gas sector - the Early Production Facilities (EPFs).

Key Points: 
  • LAGOS, Nigeria, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eunisell, a prominent player in the oil and gas industry, has introduced a groundbreaking solution to reshape the Niger Delta's oil and gas sector - the Early Production Facilities (EPFs).
  • Strategically positioned in challenging onshore and remote swamp locales, these facilities are poised to expedite oil and gas production on new or marginal field developments, propelling rapid revenue and early cash flow.
  • The oil and gas industry in the Niger Delta has long grappled with logistical intricacies, regulatory hurdles, and remote locations hampering timely oil and gas production.
  • Eunisell's trailblazing Early Production Facilities have not only revolutionized the industry but also established a blueprint for others to emulate.

Lockheed Martin's Next Generation Interceptor Program Completes All Subsystem Preliminary Design Reviews at Accelerated Pace

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Monday, August 7, 2023

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) successfully validated designs for all elements of the nation's Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) with the U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

Key Points: 
  • Through a series of successful and on-schedule Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs) of all NGI major subsystems, the company demonstrated it has achieved design maturity and reduced risk for critical technologies.
  • "Lockheed Martin is making rapid progress with our NGI solution, remaining on an accelerated schedule toward flight testing," said Sarah Reeves, vice president of NGI at Lockheed Martin.
  • Lockheed Martin's NGI program is on track for its next major review, the All Up Round PDR.
  • The first Lockheed Martin NGI is forecast for delivery to the warfighter as early as FY2027.

Ladybug Resources Statement From Chairman David E. Argudo

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

TULSA, OK, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Ladybug Resources Group, Inc.; (OTC PINK: LBRG) (“Ladybug” or the “Company”), announces that the company Chairman, Mr. David E. Argudo has made the following statements.

Key Points: 
  • TULSA, OK, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Ladybug Resources Group, Inc.; (OTC PINK: LBRG) (“Ladybug” or the “Company”), announces that the company Chairman, Mr. David E. Argudo has made the following statements.
  • Chairman David E. Argudo stated, "As a member of the Ladybug Resources Group, I am excited to take on the leading role with the goal to build investment opportunities and sustainable value for our shareholders.
  • Gold Mountain Distribution, further referred to as ("GMD") has been granted a Title-11 Distributor License, License No.
  • C11-0000609-LIC on July 7, 2019, from the Bureau of Cannabis Control for the State of California for "Adult-Use and Medical-Distribution".

EQS-News: Access Bank Paris Launch to Strengthen Trade and Investment Links between Africa and Europe

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

As part of its strategic moves to boost trade and investment between Africa and Europe, Access Bank Plc ( www.AccessBankPLC.com ), one of Nigeria’s biggest financial services institutions, has established a new subsidiary in Paris, France.

Key Points: 
  • As part of its strategic moves to boost trade and investment between Africa and Europe, Access Bank Plc ( www.AccessBankPLC.com ), one of Nigeria’s biggest financial services institutions, has established a new subsidiary in Paris, France.
  • The launch of Access Bank's Paris subsidiary marks a significant milestone in the bank's global expansion strategy.
  • This move will enable Access Bank to expand its operations in Europe, strengthen its international presence, and deepen its relationships with global clients while serving as a hub for supporting the bank's growing trade finance business in Africa.
  • It will also enable Access Bank to provide seamless banking services to its clients doing business in France and Europe.

Leading Chief Executives from Africa to join representatives from governments, UN and development agencies at Climate Action Now: A Critical Priority for Business Leaders

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

At COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh, the UN Global Compact will convene prominent business leaders from the Africa Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC), United Nations officials, members of Governments, and representatives of development agencies to discuss African business leaders' perspectives on climate change, their commitments, and their call to action for the global community.

Key Points: 
  • At COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh, the UN Global Compact will convene prominent business leaders from the Africa Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC), United Nations officials, members of Governments, and representatives of development agencies to discuss African business leaders' perspectives on climate change, their commitments, and their call to action for the global community.
  • During the event CEOs from the Africa Business Leaders Coalition will present their Climate Statement outlining credible corporate commitments and actions anchored in the goals of the Paris Agreement, the Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Global Compact Ten Principles.
  • The companies that make up ABLC constitute a genuine pan-African voice with clear potential to galvanize resources and action.
  • The ABLC works closely with the UN Global Compact Hub in Abuja and 10 African Local Networks operating across Africa.