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Imperial Dade Canada Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Superior SANY Solutions From GDI Integrated Facility Services, Inc. (TSX: GDI)

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Imperial Dade, a leading distributor of foodservice packaging, printing papers and janitorial supplies, today announced the definitive agreement to acquire the distribution business of Superior SANY Solutions (“Superior” or the “Company”).

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  • Imperial Dade, a leading distributor of foodservice packaging, printing papers and janitorial supplies, today announced the definitive agreement to acquire the distribution business of Superior SANY Solutions (“Superior” or the “Company”).
  • The transaction represents the 78th acquisition for Imperial Dade and 8th for Imperial Dade Canada under the leadership of Robert and Jason Tillis, Chairman and CEO of Imperial Dade, respectively.
  • Under the GDI Integrated Facility Services, Inc. ownership, Superior SANY Solutions, headquartered in Oakville, Ontario, has transformed into a mainstay of the Canadian janitorial sanitation distribution industry.
  • "On behalf of Imperial Dade, congratulations to GDI and the Superior team for building a fantastic organization.

PJM Announces Executive Appointments

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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VALLEY FORGE, Pa., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- President and CEO Manu Asthana announced today a series of organizational changes that will best equip PJM to maintain reliability and security, support competitive markets, and help prepare for the grid of the future.

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  • PJM will also launch an executive search for the new role of Executive Vice President – Operations, Planning & Security, created to support the expanding complexity of grid operations and planning for a system undergoing significant transition.
  • "PJM and its stakeholders have come to rely on his expertise, diligence, leadership and his willingness to listen to all viewpoints that can help PJM ensure a reliable energy transition."
  • PJM is engaged in a search for a new Executive Vice President – Operations, Planning & Security.
  • For the latest news about PJM, visit PJM Inside Lines at insidelines.pjm.com .

Jacobs Secures Water and Wastewater Utilities Renewal Contract in New Mexico

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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DALLAS, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was awarded a five-year contract renewal for operations and maintenance (O&M) of the City of Farmington, New Mexico's, wastewater and surface water treatment plants and wastewater collection and drinking water distribution systems.

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  • The new contract incorporates Aqua DNA , a Digital OneWater solution from Jacobs' suite of products that assists water utilities in their response to climate change, tightening regulations, workforce shortages and operational performance.
  • The five-year contract commences January 1, 2024, with an initial contract value of $9 million per year.
  • Ranked as No.1 in Wastewater Treatment by Engineering News-Record, Jacobs provides solutions that conserve water, while optimizing utility operations through reduced energy consumption and carbon footprint.
  • Jacobs has supported projects like the Thames Tideway Tunnel , the largest water infrastructure project ever undertaken in the U.K., Central Interceptor , New Zealand's largest-ever wastewater project, Singapore's Tuas Water Reclamation Plant and the Pure Water Project in California.

Huron Capital Invests in RK Electric

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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Leading middle-market private equity firm Huron Capital (“Huron”) announced today the launch of its latest facility services ExecFactor platform formed to execute a buy-and-build in the mission-critical, highly technical electrical services space.

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  • Leading middle-market private equity firm Huron Capital (“Huron”) announced today the launch of its latest facility services ExecFactor platform formed to execute a buy-and-build in the mission-critical, highly technical electrical services space.
  • The launch coincides with Huron’s acquisition of RK Electric (“RK” or the “Company”), a leading non-union, full-service electrical contractor based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
  • In addition to Huron’s fund investment, RK received a meaningful co-investment from Huron’s existing LP base to affect the transaction.
  • “Having been with RK Electric for over three decades, I am thrilled to see the progress we have made, the team we have and look forward to what we will achieve by working with Huron,” RK President Raul Real said.

Rochester Institute of Technology Partners with PathoSans for Safe and Sustainable Cleaning Solutions

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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PathoSans , a leading provider of sustainable and socially-responsible cleaning and disinfecting solutions, partnered with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) to provide a more efficient, sustainable and safer cleaning program.

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  • PathoSans , a leading provider of sustainable and socially-responsible cleaning and disinfecting solutions, partnered with Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) to provide a more efficient, sustainable and safer cleaning program.
  • RIT, one of the world’s leading technological universities, uses PathoSans’ sustainable and socially responsible cleaning solutions to clean its academic buildings, athletic facilities and residence halls.
  • “PathoSans cleaning chemicals are not caustic like some of the others on the market.
  • “RIT’s core values are aligned with PathoSans’ values, and we’re excited to help RIT maintain a safe and healthy campus.”
    For more information on PathoSans, visit www.pathosans.com .

OSE Immunotherapeutics Announces H1 2023 Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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OSE Immunotherapeutics SA (ISIN: FR0012127173; Mnemo: OSE) today announces its consolidated half-year financial results and provides updates on key milestones achieved during H1 2023 as well as the Company’s outlook for its immunotherapies in immuno-oncology and immuno-inflammation.

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  • OSE Immunotherapeutics SA (ISIN: FR0012127173; Mnemo: OSE) today announces its consolidated half-year financial results and provides updates on key milestones achieved during H1 2023 as well as the Company’s outlook for its immunotherapies in immuno-oncology and immuno-inflammation.
  • Eric Leire was appointed independent Director of OSE Immunotherapeutics on June 22, 2023.
  • Nicolas Poirier, Chief Executive Officer of OSE Immunotherapeutics, was appointed as Director and Anne-Laure Autret-Cornet, Chief Financial Officer, as Director representing the employee shareholders.
  • The key figures of the 2023 consolidated half-year results are reported below:

Westerwood Global to Rebrand as WGNSTAR Following Acquisition of NSTAR

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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DUBLIN, Ireland and GARNER, N.C., July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westerwood Global, a leading provider of managed service solutions, today announced its transformation and rebranding as WGNSTAR, following the acquisition of NSTAR® Global Services (NSTAR), a renowned leader in facility and equipment services and workforce management.

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  • DUBLIN, Ireland and GARNER, N.C., July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Westerwood Global, a leading provider of managed service solutions, today announced its transformation and rebranding as WGNSTAR, following the acquisition of NSTAR® Global Services (NSTAR), a renowned leader in facility and equipment services and workforce management.
  • This strategic move will leverage the powerful synergies between the two organizations and provide a more unified global infrastructure.
  • “We are thrilled to announce the coming together of Westerwood Global and NSTAR under the singular WGNSTAR brand.
  • “The inception of WGNSTAR successfully completes the unification of our two remarkable companies,” commented Darrell McDaniel, SVP North American Business Development for WGNSTAR.

Facility Services Expert Recommends Safety Protocols for the Summer Season

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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MIAMI, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer is the perfect setting to clean public spaces since many professionals decide to travel, educational facilities expect a slower pace of students, and businesses prepare to welcome tourists that expect pristine clean spaces.  

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  • With summer around the corner and educational facilities and offices turning toward a slower pace as hotels and business ramp up for a busy season, facility services expert recommends cleaning protocols for offices, educational facilities, hotels, and businesses.
  • It is also a good time to consider outsourcing a third-party company that can deep clean your facility and provide maintenance of roofs, landscaping, A/C filters among other services.
  • The facility services industry offers technologies that will aid and ensure hotels and common areas are sanitized focusing on cleaning with process optimization.
  • With the season starting in June, prepare your facility to be hurricane resistant including being prepared for flooding scenarios.

Over 2,500 SEIU Local 2 Janitors Ratify Historic Deal in Vancouver and Beyond

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over 2,500 SEIU Local 2 janitors ratified a historical two-year deal.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over 2,500 SEIU Local 2 janitors ratified a historical two-year deal.
  • Agnes Estimo works with Best Service Pros at Metrotown and is on the Justice for Janitors Vancouver Branch Local Executive.
  • She was also part of the bargaining committee and understands the enthusiasm with which cleaners have received the Agreement.
  • “Happy to support the SEIU Local 2 membership at the Justice for Janitors Picnic in Central Park today!” said Mayor of Burnaby Hurley through Twitter on Monday.

Facility Solutions Group Announces New Chief Operating Officer Role

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Facility Solutions Group (FSG), one of the nation's largest commercial lighting distributors and electrical contractors for new and existing commercial buildings, announced today the appointment of John Ancona as Chief Operating Officer, Facility Services.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Facility Solutions Group (FSG), one of the nation's largest commercial lighting distributors and electrical contractors for new and existing commercial buildings, announced today the appointment of John Ancona as Chief Operating Officer, Facility Services.
  • Facility Solutions Group announces the appointment of John Ancona as Chief Operating Officer, Facility Services.
  • In this newly created role, Ancona will lead FSG's existing facility services business by driving the strategies, tactics, and digital enablement that ensure operational excellence across all of the company's local market divisions as well as its national network of service partners.
  • He is also responsible for managing FSG's National Accounts Center, enabling the consistent delivery of services to both FSG's national and local clients.