Press Releases by Category Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance
Waste company digs deep for needy children
Big-hearted staff at a successful waste management company, based in Eastbourne, have donated more than £2,000 to help sick children in the south east.
CountyClean Environmental Services, which specialises in removing liquid and hazardous waste, decided to sponsor local resident Stella Grimshaw £2,000 towards her Great Wall of China trek in October 2010, in aid of local children’s hospice Chestnut Tree House.
Chestnut Tree House is the only children's hospice…
Emnos opens new branch office in the USA
Former Shoppers Optimum manager Holyk heads up the customer insight expert's office in Chicago
Munich, Chicago – 16 February 2011
Following the company's burgeoning success on the U.S. market, Emnos GmbH – subsidiary of the Loyalty Partner Group – has decided to expand its international network. By opening a new branch office in Chicago, the specialist for customer-centric strategies is establishing another key site from which to offer its services and consulting…
MBAF ERE's Jack Brister named Top 100 U.S. Wealth Advisors for Second Year
MIAMI - February 9, 2011 – For the second year, MBAF ERE's Jack Brister, MBA, TEP and director of the international tax and private client services, has been selected as one of the top 100 U.S. wealth advisors by the British publication Citywealth Magazine. Brister is one of four U.S. wealth advisors acknowledged by the publication. The list, in its sixth year, is compiled from nominations within the private wealth…
Institute of Directors Expands its IoD Office Solutions at 116 Pall Mall
The fully managed office solutions service at the most prestigious business address in London has proved so popular that it is now undergoing an expansion programme due to increased demand
London - The Institute of Directors’ fully managed office solutions service -- IoD Office Solutions -- has been so successful since its launch in April last year, that it is expanding its services throughout 2011. By the end of the year,…
Use Web Design Templates and Give an Attractive Touch to the Website
Website are one of the mediums for publicizing someone`s online business or any kind of business actually. The look or face of the website in a way represents the brand of the business or the products they want to sell. Flash templates are a form of template which is extremely and highly used in producing of the look of a website. Flash templates are mainly used to create…
IDBI Federal launches Retiresurance Guaranteed Pension Plan
Hyderabad, February 16, 2011: Seeking to insure the consumption-heavy generation from possible future shocks and to help them keep pace with inflation, one of the fastest growing private insurers, IDBI Federal Life Insurance has launched Retiresurance® Guaranteed Pension Plan, a unique retirement plan which comes with the twin benefits of guaranteed accumulation with attractive annuities.
IDBI Federal Retiresurance® Guaranteed Pension Plan is a non participating traditional deferred pension plan designed to…
Clariant plans acquisition of Süd-Chemie AG
• Accelerating profitable growth
• Addition of future technologies with high growth potential
• Enterprise value of EUR 2.0 billion (CHF 2.5 billion)
• Family shareholders convert Süd-Chemie shares into Clariant shares
Muttenz, February 16, 2011 – Clariant AG is planning the acquisition of a controlling majority in Süd-Chemie AG and has thereto signed a contract with the majority shareholders.
As part of the planned transaction, still subject to clearance by competent merger control authorities, Clariant has…
Why Chinese Inflation Must Be Reined in
It’s now official. According to Japan, China’s nominal gross domestic product (GDP) of $5.87 trillion in 2010 has surpassed Japan’s nominal GDP of $5.47 trillion. But China continues to face surging inflationary pressures. China’s Consumer Price Inflation (CPI), excluding food, came in at a lower than expected 4.9% versus the estimate of 5.3%. Yet the problem is the country’s surging food inflation, especially in the rural areas. China’s Producer Price…
Net Price Direct Add New Range of Scooters and Bikes
Wigan, United Kingdom (11 February, 2011) - Net Price Direct, a leading children and baby toy supplier, announce they have ordered a new range of scooters and children's bikes which will be available from their online store in the near future.
Net Price Direct specialise in high quality children's toys which are incredibly affordable and competitive to their industry rivals. They provide a range of baby gifts, infant and pre-school toys,…
Subaru Sets All-Time Sales Record, Remains Optimistic in Future Growth
2010 has proven to be a productive year for Subaru.
Subaru achieved an all-time sales record of 40,025 units in 2010, which represents an increase of 9.6% from 2009 and equates to 3.9% market share.
This is the 12th all-time sales record in the last 13 years for Subaru, which is remarkable for a company that takes pride in marketing its uniqueness that includes the All-Wheel Drive, Boxer engines and Symmetrical drive…
Mesothelioma Resource Centre Introduced the All Legal Rights and Options Platfor …
Mesothelioma Resource Centre announced the platform for all legal rights and options of Asbestos & Mesothelioma. It is the legal and health resources center for all sufferers of mesothelioma cancer, a cancer almost always caused by exposure to asbestos.
Generally, a mesothelioma victim must immediately seek redress once diagnosed with the cancer because if the disease has been established to be work-related and the responsible company is identified, a mesothelioma…
Audio Books Promoted by Librarians in National Reading Programs
What do swashbuckling pirates, fast talking detectives and dangerous dames have in common? They are all larger than life characters that are being used by Librarians around the world to engage students in audio book reading programs from publisher Galaxy Press in Hollywood California.
Hollywood, CA - February 01, 2011 -- For years, teachers have wrestled with methods to make students want to read more. The reality is that many students…
Delivery of Bucket Trucks Available Nationwide
Chicago, IL February, 2011. Bucket trucks are used in many fields and industries, making them a high demand item. The trouble is that the supply doesn't always meet the required demand. New services offered by W.W. Equipment allows for shipment of service vehicles to any location within the United States. From New York City to Philadelphia to Boston; this delivery service offers complete coverage of…
Houston has Trusted Source for Digger Trucks
Houston, TX February, 2011. Atlas Truck Sales, Inc., has been a local favorite since its opening over 20 years ago, in 1989. The business is family owned and operated, with Tommy Corbin currently acting as operations manager. Corbin takes a lot of pride in running this business, personally handling each transaction from start to finish in the hopes of creating a repeat customer. This personal…
Spring 2011 Food Safety Certification Courses at Harrisburg University
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in Pennsylvania will offer several Food Safety Certification training courses at its location at 326 Market Street in Harrisburg during Spring and Summer 2011.
Harrisburg, PA, February 15, 2011 -- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in Pennsylvania will offer several Food Safety Certification training courses at its location at 326 Market Street in Harrisburg during Spring and Summer 2011. The courses include Food Safety…
Librarians Promoting Audio Books in National Reading Programs
What do swashbuckling pirates, fast talking detectives and dangerous dames have in common? They are all larger than life characters that are being used by Librarians around the world to engage students in audio book reading programs from publisher Galaxy Press in Hollywood California.
Hollywood, CA, February 15, 2011 (Straight Line PR) -- For years, teachers have wrestled with methods to make students want to read more. The reality is that…
Online OSHA Safety Training Set to Launch OSHA Safety Reports Section
The best and most up to date OSHA safety-training site has done it once again. The creators thought it would be a wonderful service, if they would put their safety hats on, and get back to what they do the very best, inform.
Online OSHA Safety Training
Currently Online OSHA Safety Training provides informative safety news through their sites, blogs, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Co-founder Bob Malhotra desired to make more of…
Belco Electric achieves Best Pick Electrician rating in Atlanta, Georgia for 14t …
Belco Electric has once again been selected as a “Best Pick” electrician in Atlanta by Home Reports, a publication of Ebsco Research, a consumer satisfaction research organization. “Home Reports” has given Belco its top rating every year since the report was first published in Atlanta in 1997.
Home Reports features contractors that have excelled in consumer research and have received an A-rating from more than 100 customer reviews. Researchers…
Valensi Rose, PLC Lawyers Receive 2011 California Super Lawyers Designation
Los Angeles, CA – February 15, 2011 - Valensi Rose, PLC is pleased to announce that five of its lawyers were named by Law and Politics Magazine and the Publishers of Los Angeles Magazine as "Super Lawyers" in Southern California for 2011. Only 5% of lawyers statewide receive this designation.
The following attorneys were designated Super Lawyers in their individual practice areas: Philip S. Magaram for Estate Planning and…
KJ Christopher Joins Grant Thornton LLP’s Los Angeles Office as a Tax Director
LOS ANGELES, February 15, 2011 KJ Christopher has joined the Los Angeles office of Grant Thornton LLP as a Tax Director.
Christopher brings over 13 years of experience in the financial services and manufacturing industries, working with public and private, domestic and multi-national clients to identify planning opportunities within operations, merger and acquisition activities, and employee compensation and benefits issues.
“KJ brings a solid skill set and expertise to…
Dreaming of a Penniless Canada
OTTAWA, February 15, 2011 -- The federal government should stop minting pennies effective immediately, according to a brief delivered Tuesday to Finance Minister Jim Flaherty by Credit Cards Canada (CCC). The brief is in support of a report tabled in December by the Standing Senate Committee on National Finance.
In its brief, CCC highlights the high cost and low value of the penny as two reasons to stop minting…
Applied Systems well-represented among ‘Most Powerful in Insurance’
University Park, Illinois – The annual list of North America’s most powerful insurance people once again includes the chief executives of insurance technology company Applied Systems and the international user group for Applied Systems solutions.
For the eighth consecutive year, Applied Systems Chairman and CEO James P. Kellner is on the list of the 100 Most Powerful People in the Insurance Industry in North America, identified by media organization Insurance…
Online Company Chances: Top Rated Internet Business WSI, Offering Master Franchi …
-WSI, Achievement Wealth and Independence - Master Franchise Possibilities are sought overseas-
February 14, 2011….WSI has encountered tremendous international development recently, and the digital business is now taking applications for their Master Franchise Opportunity, particularly in the UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Scandinavia, Sweden, Finland, Switzerland and Ireland.
In February, during the Master Franchise Investment Conference in London, WSI is going to be supplying free of charge seminars to…
Applied Systems honored as Best Practices Study sponsor
University Park, Illinois – Applied Systems is among four insurance industry vendors and 12 insurance companies recognized recently for sponsoring the 2010 Best Practices Study conducted by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA) and Reagan Consulting.
Sponsors were recognized at a banquet held during the Best Practices symposium at the Westin Mission Hills Resort in Rancho Mirage, California. The banquet honored the 224 agencies who earned…
Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems implements GUARDUS MES for Quality Management
300,000 revolutions per minute and temperatures up to 1,050 degrees make the exhaust gas turbochargers of Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems (BMTS) glow red while performing their function. In order to ensure that the maximum quality standards in these conditions are met, BMTS decided to implement the GUARDUS Manufacturing Execution System (MES) in quality management. The purpose of the “zero ppm” strategy of the BMTS is to be able to…
Gatekeeper Business Solutions Scheduled to Launch New Website Promoting Labor Ma …
Deerfield Beach, Fla. February 15, 2011 – Gatekeeper Business Solutions, a leading provider of labor management software is scheduled to launch a new website February 21, 2011.
Gatekeeper Business Solutions provides technology based solutions that help companies manage labor costs. The labor management suite, which includes time and attendance, payroll, scheduling, and data collection devices improves workforce productivity and maximizes profits.
The new website, scheduled to launch February 21,…
Crestron onCue™ Presentation Controller Makes Classroom Technology Possible For …
onCue™ Basic Presentation Controller Offers Teachers Simple, Reliable and Budget-Friendly Control of Classroom AV Systems
Crestron announced today that onCue™, the latest addition to its affordable line of easy-to-use AV presentation control systems for classrooms and small meeting rooms, is now shipping. The onCue™ BPC-8 Basic Presentation Controller provides teachers with an intuitive 8-button keypad controller for simple one-touch control of classroom presentation systems. Each button provides a recognizable pictured icon…
Magna Chek, Inc. Receives Nadcap Accreditation.
Nadcap recognizes Magna Chek, Inc. for its commitment to continual improvement in aerospace quality. Magna Chek, Inc. announces that it has received Nadcap accreditation for Aerospace/Defense material testing.
“This is an exciting time for Magna Chek, Inc. beginning this new chapter in inspection. It will not only diversify our key client base, but also enable Magna Chek, Inc. to tap into a specialized market that is very critical” says Scott Bucholz…
Turf King Hamilton Offering Discounts for Early Pre-Pay 2011 Lawn Care Programs
As the start of the 2011 season is approaching, Turf King Hamilton is busy preparing for the coming lawn care season. If clients prepay by the beginning of March, they can save up to 13% on the total annual lawn care program/service. Turf King Hamilton lawn programs can include fertilization with our long lasting, 75% slow release granular fertilizer. Lawn programs may also include weed management treatments using the new…
Hidden Taxes Strangle Fixed Income Investors
The robust end of the year trend has poured over into the New Year as January finishes with a strong start to the year. Oil and energy related equities continue to advance with a resilient trend in place. Investors are optimistic, right now, as they have been since March 2009.
Starting with the US Dollar we see that it made lower lows, had lower highs, and closed lower for the week.…
Leading analyst firms recognise Plateau for market and product leadership
Plateau is named as a ‘Leader’ in the IDC MarketScape for Integrated Talent Management and ranked as a ‘Hot Vendor’ for Total Compensation Management in the latest Ventana Research Value Index.
The independent analyst firm IDC has named Plateau as a ‘Leader’ in the ‘IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Integrated Talent Management 2011 Vendor Analysis” report, released this month. The report analyses integrated talent management providers in terms of their strategies and capabilities,…
UK Infra Still Under Pressure Despite Fundraising Frenzy
Two trends have marked the world of infrastructure investing in recent months. On the face of it, both of them should be good news for the market. In the wake of recent history, however, both of them raise questions about whether these events are concealing something deep beneath the surface of the news. They also raise doubts about what has emerged as conventional wisdom in the sector.
The trends are the…
Avnet, Inc. reports second quarter fiscal year 2011 results
Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT) recently announced the results for the second quarter fiscal year 2011 which ended on January 1, 2011. Avnet achieved a fourth consecutive quarter of double-digit year over year revenue growth. Record Avnet Inc. revenue of $6.8 billion USD increased 40% year over year, with organic growth up 14%. GAAP diluted earnings per share increased 33.8% year over year to $0.91.
Avnet Technology Solutions’ revenue of $3.21 billion USD…
Global Oil Shale Market – By Technology, Geography, Market Potential, Trends & F …
Oil Shale Market
The growing demand for energy is expected to exhaust the world’s crude oil reserves in another 40 years. The market price of crude oil reached $145 per barrel in the third quarter of 2008. Though the cost per barrel was around $60 in 2009, it is expected to rise in the next few years. These factors and fluctuating costs have created the need for other resources to meet…
Global Electroactive Polymers Market Trends ,Applications And Forecasts (2009-20 …
Electroactive Polymers Market
Technological developments in the electronics and semiconductor industries have led to the creation of polymers that change shape on the application of voltage. The biggest application for electroactive polymers (EAPs) lies in their future use as actuators and sensors, which in turn opens up a huge spectrum of applications in the fields of electronics, healthcare, sensing, and solar energy generation. With the growing market for each of these…
Global Active, Smart And Intelligent Packaging Market By Products , Applications …
Active Packaging Market
The increasing demand for fresh and quality packaged food, consumer convenience and manufacturer concern for longer shelf life of the food products is driving the market for Global active and smart packaging technology for food and beverage market. The global market for active and smart packaging technology for food and beverage is expected to grow to $23.474 million in 2015, at an estimated CAGR of 8.2% from 2010…
The Ultimate Bath Showrooms and Kohler partner to introduce the new Elevance "ri …
Concord, NH - The Ultimate Bath is happy to partner with Kohler on the new Elevance "rising wall" bath. With a growing number of aging Americans renovating their homes to maintain their independence,
the new Kohler Elevance rising wall bath offers a stylish alternative to walk in baths and institutional looking baths. This alternative to walk in baths gives users greater control over their bathing
experience and more dignified experience…
Biggest Business Opportunities Show is Back in Gujarat
Biggest Business Opportunities Show is Back in Gujarat
31 Cities - Business Opportunity Show starts from Vadodara will touch over 30,000 business buyers through this TradEducation Program. 50+ business options with Big Brands appointing Franchisee & trade partners in Baroda & Surat
Franchise India Asia’s largest integrated franchise and retail solution provider in association with Indian Franchise Association announces the commencement of biggest multi city Business Opportunities Show 2011 in Gujarat…
The Polymerupdate Global Petrochemical Conference (PGPC) on Engineering & High P …
The Polymerupdate Global Petrochemical Conference (PGPC) on Engineering & High Performance Plastics, organized by Polymerupdate, is an exclusive conference, designed specifically to address a broad range of issues impacting various downstream industry sectors like construction, automobile and automotive component, electrical and electronics, white goods and healthcare. The conference promises to provide a comprehensive outlook on the very latest developments in the industry. PGPC on Engineering & High Performance Plastics will…
Blue Waters Marine Announces Fishing Accessories for Deep Sea Fishing in Dubai
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, Dubai (February 2011) – Blue Waters Marin announces fishing accessories and tools for deep sea fishing in Dubai. Deep sea fishing requires certain tools to fish successfully in the deep sea waters. Blue Waters Marine can help customers with these necessities.
Deep sea fishing in Dubai is very popular. This hobby is experienced by both local residents and tourists. Fishing charters can be hired to take fishermen to…
High Pressure Cleaning Sydney Offers Excellent Cleaning Services In Sydney
Located in Glenwood, New South Wales, High Pressure Cleaning Sydney was established with an aim to offer the best cleaning services including pressure washing to their client’s at the most affordable prices. Catering to both metropolitan and suburbs, they offer their services to home owners, property managers, business owners and factory owners. Apart from this, they extend their services to schools, colleges, petrol stations, restaurants, convenience stores, parking lots, shopping…
The Law Firm of Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Launches an Investigation into Possible Br …
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Emergency Medical Services (“EMS” or the “Company”) (NYSE: EMS) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with the sale of the Company to Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC a private equity investment firm.
New York, NY, February 15, 2011-- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Emergency Medical Services (“EMS” or…
Collection Agency’s Impact on Communities Acknowledged with the Silver Footprint …
American Profit Recovery’s Dedication Acknowledged with Award.
Marlborough, MA, February 15, 2011-- American Profit Recovery, a collection agency based in Michigan, Massachusetts and North Carolina was recently awarded the 2010 Building Impact Silver Footprint Award. The honor recognizes local businesses that are an integral part of their communities and their work to make it a better place through charitable donations and volunteerism.
APR shared the spotlight with 20 additional companies who are…
Motivational Speaker Joe Roberts Inspires Toastmaster’s Members
Vancouver, BC – Motivational speaker and best-selling author Joe Roberts encouraged and inspired the administrators and members of Toastmasters District 21 last week with his inspirational “Skid Row CEO” presentation.
The event took place at the Jim Pattison Pavilion in the Vancouver General Hospital in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on Saturday February 5th, 2011. Roberts’ presentation “From Skid Row to” highlighted his unique “rags to riches” personal life story, which…
New collection of modern furniture by Global furniture
February 15, 2011 - Furnitures are an important part of every house, especially in the mood and feel of the house, but it is certainly one of the most neglected area in house planning. People fail to understand that no matter how expensive the paint and curtains of the rooms are, if the correct type of furniture is not used, the room turns out to be boring and dull, and…
Unsecured Loans Verses Secured Loans, Which is Better?
The definite way to get out of a financial hassle is to take out a loan. The loans given out can either be secured or unsecured. To know which one to take out depends on the individual borrower. The loan product should fit in with the borrower’s financial capabilities. They should take out a loan with the lowest rate and other chargeable fees. But, what is the difference?
Unsecured Loans…
Changing the Way We Buy & Sell
fflap launches 2nd Gen Social Shopping tool for eBay traders.
fflap, the social shopping management platform, has launched a complete rebuild of the online tool that has revolutionized the eBay experience.
fflap is the brainchild of Jonathan Yates – entrepreneur and author of Freesourcing: How to Start a Business with No Money. “After a career in field sales, I understood that people buy from people,” Yates explained. “I found it frustrating that…
Employment Law Alliance to Serve as Global Partner to the World Bank
SAN FRANCISCO (Feb. 14, 2011) – The Employment Law Alliance (ELA) will serve as a “Global Partner” to The World Bank Group’s Women, Business and the Law (WBL) report and dataset for its 2011 edition. The WBL report series is based on an international survey with detailed information on how the laws of each country impact women’s ability to secure employment and start businesses.
“The World Bank is among the…
Translation Services USA Releases Translation Cloud Facebook App
Translation Services USA, a trusted provider of professional translations has launched the Translation Cloud Facebook App, the latest addition to the companies quickly expanding list of language resources and tools. Harnessing the power of Facebook’s 550M users, Translation Cloud is a fresh and easy-to-use platform for freelance translators and can be used all over the world.
Translation Cloud boasts a simplified sign-up process, taking no more than 5 minutes to complete.…
Representative Conklin Joins List of Speakers at BioEnergy Summit
Rep. H. Scott Conklin (77th Legislative District-Centre County) will deliver the opening remarks at the BioEnergy Summit set for March 15, 2011 at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in PA.
Harrisburg, PA, February 13, 2011 -- Rep. H. Scott Conklin (77th Legislative District-Centre County) will deliver the opening remarks at the BioEnergy Summit set for March 15, 2011 at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in PA.
In the state House,…
