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Infleqtion Fuels 2024 Execution with Strategic Leadership Moves

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星期一, 一月 8, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Infleqtion, the world's leading quantum information company, today announced the addition of six industry luminaries to its Board of Directors, Advisory Board, and leadership team. Infleqtion is at the forefront of commercializing quantum technology building on multiple product introductions and partnerships in 2023, including the selection of the company's neutral atom platform for Japan's Quantum Moonshot program, the launch of Oqtant, the world's first quantum matter service, selection for new optical atomic clocks in the United Kingdom, and the demonstration of advanced quantum RF capability and interoperability. The company is gearing up for an exciting 2024, bringing the power of quantum to life with sensing, communication, and computing solutions for key markets in healthcare, financial services, defense, and communications.

Key Points: 
  • Infleqtion CEO Scott Faris and other company leaders will share details of Infleqtion's 2024 roadmap and growth plans in its first-ever industry webinar on February 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.
  • Her leadership, strategy, and business acumen will help guide Infleqtion through the next phase of growth.
  • Infleqtion has ambitious 2024 growth plans to exceed 2023 record bookings, deliver groundbreaking technology solutions, and reach new customers and end markets.
  • Register here for the February 8, 2024 webinar to learn about Infleqtion's view of the future of quantum and industry solutions coming to market in 2024.

2024 National Disaster Resilience Conference: Resilience Reimagined Opens Call for Presentations

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星期一, 一月 8, 2024
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) invites experts to submit presentations for consideration by the National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC24) committee. Set to take place from November 20 to 22, 2024, in Clearwater Beach, Florida, the conference seeks to explore innovative approaches and programs that drive advancements in resilience policy, practice, science, and engineering.

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  • TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) invites experts to submit presentations for consideration by the National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC24) committee.
  • NDRC24 serves as a platform for industry leaders to share insights that will shape the future of disaster safety.
  • Stories of Resilience: Showcasing the cause of disaster safety through human resilience and recovery in real-life case studies.
  • For more information or to submit an abstract, visit the National Disaster Resilience Conference website or email [email protected] .

Corpus Christi Carbon Storage Hub Awarded to World-Class Team Led by Repsol

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星期二, 九月 5, 2023
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The Texas General Land Office (GLO) awarded a Repsol-led partnership a contract for over 140,000 gross acres of pore space owned by of the Permanent School Fund (PSF) for CO2 storage located offshore of Corpus Christi, Texas.

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  • The Texas General Land Office (GLO) awarded a Repsol-led partnership a contract for over 140,000 gross acres of pore space owned by of the Permanent School Fund (PSF) for CO2 storage located offshore of Corpus Christi, Texas.
  • Equity interests in the partnership will be 40 % Repsol (Operator), 40 % Carbonvert, 10 % MEPUSA and 10 % POSCO.
  • David Ramos, Geological Low Carbon Solutions Director for Repsol said: “Repsol is excited to lead and operate this project that will ultimately add to our strong presence in the country through our O&G operations and Low Carbon projects.
  • Corpus Christi is a strategic region for Repsol pursuing Low Carbon developments where the Port of Corpus Christi plays an essential role for the industry.

$79.9 Million Price For 100-year Texas Legacy Ranch Holding Near San Antonio, Texas, Announced By Icon Global

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星期四, 六月 15, 2023
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It is well positioned within the high-growth, northwestern San Antonio corridor to Boerne, as well as easily accessed via Austin.

Key Points: 
  • It is well positioned within the high-growth, northwestern San Antonio corridor to Boerne, as well as easily accessed via Austin.
  • The property adjoins the large Rancho Sierra lands, owned by the General Land Office, as well as being contiguous to, or close by, other key investment, private, and development holdings.
  • San Antonio's (Bexar County) population grew from 1.44 million people in 2020 to 1.48 million in 2023.
  • Bexar County and its four adjoining counties comprise the ninth fastest-growing region in the country according to the US Census.

$79.9 Million Price For 100-year Texas Legacy Ranch Holding Near San Antonio, Texas, Announced By Icon Global

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星期四, 六月 15, 2023
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It is well positioned within the high-growth, northwestern San Antonio corridor to Boerne, as well as easily accessed via Austin.

Key Points: 
  • It is well positioned within the high-growth, northwestern San Antonio corridor to Boerne, as well as easily accessed via Austin.
  • The property adjoins the large Rancho Sierra lands, owned by the General Land Office, as well as being contiguous to, or close by, other key investment, private, and development holdings.
  • San Antonio's (Bexar County) population grew from 1.44 million people in 2020 to 1.48 million in 2023.
  • Bexar County and its four adjoining counties comprise the ninth fastest-growing region in the country according to the US Census.

Bayou Bend Expands Carbon Capture Project to Onshore Southeast Texas

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星期一, 三月 6, 2023
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HOUSTON, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayou Bend CCS LLC ("Bayou Bend"), a carbon capture and sequestration project located along the Texas Gulf Coast, announced today an expansion of its carbon dioxide ("CO2") storage footprint through the acquisition of nearly 100,000 acres onshore in Chambers and Jefferson Counties, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayou Bend CCS LLC ("Bayou Bend"), a carbon capture and sequestration project located along the Texas Gulf Coast, announced today an expansion of its carbon dioxide ("CO2") storage footprint through the acquisition of nearly 100,000 acres onshore in Chambers and Jefferson Counties, Texas.
  • The increased acreage positions Bayou Bend to be one of the largest carbon storage projects in the United States.
  • Combined with the previously announced approximately 40,000 acres offshore Beaumont and Port Arthur, Texas, the expanded Bayou Bend project now encompasses nearly 140,000 acres of pore space for permanent CO2 sequestration.
  • Robin Fielder, Executive Vice President – Low Carbon Strategy and Chief Sustainability Officer of Talos, said: "We are excited about Bayou Bend and building the best regional carbon sequestration hub with the right storage infrastructure adjacent to two major Southeast Texas industrial corridors.

Former Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush Joins Michael Best

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星期三, 一月 18, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush is excited to announce he is joining the law firm Michael Best & Friedrich LLP as a Partner and Michael Best Strategies LLC (Strategies) as a Principal. Bush will lead efforts to bolster the firm's corporate, litigation and consulting practices in Texas. He will serve as a strategic advisor on a variety of issues, including commercial real estate; investment fund formation and compliance; administrative law, public-private partnerships, and economic development. 

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Former Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush is excited to announce he is joining the law firm Michael Best & Friedrich LLP as a Partner and Michael Best Strategies LLC (Strategies) as a Principal.
  • David Crass, Managing Partner of Michael Best & Friedrich in Washington, D.C., said, "Michael Best is focused on bringing in the top talent to secure wins for our clients.
  • In 2014, Bush was elected as the 28th Texas Land Commissioner and overwhelmingly re-elected in 2018.
  • Bush, the son of former Florida Governor Jeb Bush and the nephew of President George W. Bush.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Releases Report: Civil Rights and Protections During the Federal Response to Hurricanes Harvey and María

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星期三, 九月 21, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released the report, Civil Rights and Protections During the Federal Response to Hurricanes Harvey and Mara , which examines the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) disaster response and compliance with federal civil rights laws and policies in Texas and Puerto Rico following Hurricanes Harvey and Mara.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights released the report, Civil Rights and Protections During the Federal Response to Hurricanes Harvey and Mara , which examines the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) disaster response and compliance with federal civil rights laws and policies in Texas and Puerto Rico following Hurricanes Harvey and Mara.
  • U.S. Commission on Civil Rights for the first time in its 65-year history examines the civil rights implications of federal disaster response.
  • The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is the only independent, bipartisan agency charged with advising the President and Congress on civil rights and reporting annually on federal civil rights enforcement.
  • Our 56 state and territory Advisory Committees offer a broad perspective on civil rights concerns at state and local levels.

Michael Baker International Announces New Leadership Roles in Southern Region

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星期一, 六月 27, 2022
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PITTSBURGH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, announced today a pair of new leadership roles in the firm's Southern Region. Ruben Guerrero, P.E., has been promoted to Office Manager for Michael Baker's San Antonio, Texas, office, and Michael Weeks has been named Office Manager for the firm's Austin/Round Rock, Texas, office. In their new roles, Mr. Guerrero and Mr. Weeks will lead their respective office's growth and client engagement efforts while collaborating closely with colleagues across the firm's Southern Region

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International , a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, announced today a pair of new leadership roles in the firm's Southern Region.
  • Weeks will lead their respective office's growth and client engagement efforts while collaborating closely with colleagues across the firm's Southern Region
    "Both Ruben and Michael bring decades of experience to their new roles," said Tommy Montgomery, P.E., Senior Vice President and Southern Regional Director at Michael Baker International.
  • Prior to joining Michael Baker, Mr. Guerrero was a Senior Construction Manager at Civil Engineering Consultants (CEC).
  • Weeks brings nearly 25 years of industry experience to his new position, including the last seven with Michael Baker.

Talos Energy Announces Formal Execution of Texas GLO Carbon Capture Site Lease and Establishes Strategic Alliance with Core Lab

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星期三, 三月 16, 2022
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Talos separately announced that it had established a CCS strategic alliance with Core Laboratories N.V. ("Core Lab") (NYSE: CLB) (Euronext Amsterdam: CLB)to provide technical evaluation and assurance services for CCS subsurface analysis, including the Company's upcoming 2022 stratigraphic evaluation wells.

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  • Talos separately announced that it had established a CCS strategic alliance with Core Laboratories N.V. ("Core Lab") (NYSE: CLB) (Euronext Amsterdam: CLB)to provide technical evaluation and assurance services for CCS subsurface analysis, including the Company's upcoming 2022 stratigraphic evaluation wells.
  • On March 11, 2022, the Venture jointly executed lease documentation with the GLO establishing the first ever major offshore carbon sequestration site in the United States.
  • Our bid for the large-scale permanent sequestration site was selected from a highly competitive process in August last year.
  • Core Lab is a leading global provider of reservoir description and enhancement products and services and currently partners with Talos on numerous upstream subsurface activities.