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EQS-News: Triton to acquire Visser & Smit Hanab, VW Telecom and Homij

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Triton to acquire Visser & Smit Hanab, VW Telecom and Homij

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  • Triton to acquire Visser & Smit Hanab, VW Telecom and Homij
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  • Triton to acquire Visser & Smit Hanab, VW Telecom and Homij
    Frankfurt (Germany), Rijssen (the Netherlands), 5 April 2024 - Funds advised by Triton ("Triton") have signed an agreement to acquire 100% of VolkerWessels Verbindingen en Netwerken B.V. (“V&N Group”), a company indirectly fully owned by Koninklijke VolkerWessels B.V. (“VolkerWessels”) and controlling the entities Visser & Smit Hanab B.V., VW Telecom B.V. and Homij Technische Installaties B.V. (the VolkerWessels Energy, Telecom and Technical Installation companies cluster).
  • The transaction is still subject to the advice of the central works council of VolkerWessels and customary regulatory approvals.
  • Triton is acquiring V&N Group with a strong belief in the growth potential of the company and its long-established customer relationships, which Triton plans to further invest in.

2024 China-ASEAN Youth Culture Week and the 7th China-ASEAN Youth Symposium Successfully Held

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Beijing, China--(Newsfile Corp. - March 31, 2024) - On March 31st, the 2024 China-ASEAN Youth Culture Week and the 7th China-ASEAN Youth Symposium, themed "Youth Practice in Mutual Learning and Exchange among Civilizations," were successfully concluded in Beijing.

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  • Beijing, China--(Newsfile Corp. - March 31, 2024) - On March 31st, the 2024 China-ASEAN Youth Culture Week and the 7th China-ASEAN Youth Symposium, themed "Youth Practice in Mutual Learning and Exchange among Civilizations," were successfully concluded in Beijing.
  • Two roundtable forums focused on "How can China-ASEAN youth promote inter-cultural exchange in the region?"
  • and "How has emerging technology reshaped the social lives and experiences of youth in the ASEAN-China region?"
  • During the Citywalk, youth delegates embarked on a vibrant journey through Beijing, experiencing the unique charm of Chinese culture.

Smith+Nephew’s PICO™ Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System provides better clinical outcomes versus standard of care according to UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology company, today announces the review of medical technologies guidance from the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for its PICO Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (sNPWT).

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  • Smith+Nephew (LSE:SN, NYSE:SNN), the global medical technology company, today announces the review of medical technologies guidance from the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for its PICO Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (sNPWT).
  • NICE have reviewed ‘Medical Technology Guideline 43 PICO negative pressure wound dressings for closed surgical incisions’ which recognises that Smith+Nephew’s PICO sNPWT provides better clinical outcomes than standard dressings in patients at high risk of surgical site infections (SSIs), at similar overall cost.
  • The 24 clinical studies included a total of 7,790 patients with PICO sNPWT being used in 3,754.
  • NICE concluded that PICO sNPWT is associated with fewer SSIs and seromas compared with standard wound dressings.

Nuclear Fuel from Nuclear Waste: Formation of NewMOX SAS, France

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Amsterdam, 4 April 2024 --- AMG Critical Materials N.V. ("AMG", EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: "AMG") is pleased to announce the formation of NewMOX SAS, Grenoble, France, to service the nuclear fuel market.

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  • Amsterdam, 4 April 2024 --- AMG Critical Materials N.V. ("AMG", EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: "AMG") is pleased to announce the formation of NewMOX SAS, Grenoble, France, to service the nuclear fuel market.
  • Presently, the total global storage of civil-use plutonium resulting from the reprocessing of used fuel from commercial nuclear power operations stands at 380 tons, and this figure continues to grow with ongoing nuclear power generation.
  • “We are excited that our furnace technology engineering excellence has created a new project which resulted in the formation of NewMOX SAS.
  • We have appointed Serge Bertrand, head of ALD France, Grenoble, where ALD has centered its nuclear technology activities, to be CEO of NewMOX.

AITX’s and RAD’s ROSA Appears in ‘Cash Out’ Starring John Travolta

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Detroit, Michigan, March 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robotic Assistance Devices Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (the “Company”) (OTCPK:AITX), today announced that ROSA, its most popular AI-powered security solution is featured in the upcoming action film ‘Cash Out’. Steve Reinharz, CEO/CTO of AITX and RAD, attended the premiere of the film at the Gasparilla International Film Festival Thursday night in Tampa, Florida. “This is a really fun, entertaining movie, but sorry John and Kristin, our ROSA steals every scene it’s in.”

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  • Steve Reinharz, CEO/CTO of AITX and RAD, attended the premiere of the film at the Gasparilla International Film Festival Thursday night in Tampa, Florida.
  • “This is a really fun, entertaining movie, but sorry John and Kristin, our ROSA steals every scene it’s in.”
    Cash Out stars John Travolta, Kristin Davis, Quavo, Lukas Haas and Sean Astin.
  • It was directed by Ives and written by Doug Richardson and Dipo Oseni.
  • Believing he has pulled off the perfect multi-million dollar heist and can finally retire, he must first match wits with a sexy FBI investigator (Davis).

Ground-breaking study shows how renewable propane can be developed in Canada

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

This first-of-its-kind study provides technical evidence to support renewable propane production in Canada.

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  • This first-of-its-kind study provides technical evidence to support renewable propane production in Canada.
  • While propane is already a low-carbon energy choice, the CPA and its members are charting a path to produce renewable propane to reduce its emissions further.
  • Renewable propane can save up to 85% of emissions and even more under certain conditions.
  • The emergence of renewable propane will support the ongoing energy transition affordably and equitably across all parts of Canada.

Lavish Entertainment Retains Cayenne Consulting to Advise on the Strategic Development of Destino Ranch

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Destino Ranch, an ambitious project spearheaded by Lavish Entertainment, aims to redefine luxury entertainment and hospitality experiences.

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  • Destino Ranch, an ambitious project spearheaded by Lavish Entertainment, aims to redefine luxury entertainment and hospitality experiences.
  • "We are thrilled to retain Cayenne Consulting for the development of Destino Ranch," said Marco Moreno, president & COO at Lavish Entertainment.
  • "We are honored to collaborate with Lavish Entertainment on the development of Destino Ranch," said Akira Hirai, CEO at Cayenne Consulting.
  • With the expertise of Lavish Entertainment and the advisory services of Cayenne Consulting, Destino Ranch aims to set new standards for luxury entertainment and hospitality.

Future Technologies Continues Expansion into U.S. Energy Market With New Office In West Texas

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Future Technologies Venture, LLC (“Future Technologies”), a North American Lead System Integrator, announced today that they are set to open an office in Midland, Texas by May 2024.

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  • Future Technologies Venture, LLC (“Future Technologies”), a North American Lead System Integrator, announced today that they are set to open an office in Midland, Texas by May 2024.
  • A physical office in this region will ensure enhanced visibility and credibility within the local market.
  • “A permanent presence in West Texas is the result of profound focus and dedication from our team in this space over the last 6 years,” said Dave Rumore, Chief Revenue Officer and Partner, Future Technologies.
  • Future Technologies has tapped longtime employee Alex Barber as Branch Manager of the new Southwest office.

Future Tech Enterprise Inc. Awarded by Northrop Grumman for Supplier Excellence

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has recognized Future Tech Enterprise Inc. during the company’s Supplier Excellence Awards.

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  • Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has recognized Future Tech Enterprise Inc. during the company’s Supplier Excellence Awards.
  • “Future Tech has helped to advance national security solutions and achieve mission success,” said Matt Bromberg, Corporate Vice President, Global Operations Northrop Grumman.
  • "As CEO of Future Tech, I take immense pride in our enduring partnership with Northrop Grumman spanning 27 years.
  • Future Tech was awarded Northrop Grumman Supplier Excellence Award in 2023 and 2024.

Tegus adds Broker and Independent Research to its platform

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

CHICAGO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tegus, the leading investment research platform trusted by more than 2,300 firms, today announced the impending launch of Broker and Independent Research. Set for introduction in 2024, this new offering expands Tegus' core platform, incorporating both real time and aftermarket equity research from leading Wall Street and Independent firms, broadening the scope of content available to its users.

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  • With the addition of Broker and Independent Research, Tegus has solidified its position as the premier fundamental investment research platform.
  • CHICAGO, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tegus, the leading investment research platform trusted by more than 2,300 firms, today announced the impending launch of Broker and Independent Research.
  • "Broker and Independent Research has been the number one request we've received from both customers and prospects over the last several years.
  • - Brandon Deer, Chief Strategy Officer at UiPath
    "Bringing broker research directly into Tegus would be hugely helpful to our team.