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SGS Supports Manufacturers and Importers for Conformity with New EU Food Contact …
Materials that come into contact with food, which typically include packaging and kitchenware, will progressively require compliance with Framework Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 over the course of the next few years. The purpose of the regulations is to require that materials in contact with food transfer strictly limited amounts of the substances they contain into food they are in contact with. The limits are to guard against quantities that could endanger…
Biometric Security Systems Increasingly Under Focus At Intersec
Global Market Estimated To Be Worth $6bn In 2012
With corporates and governments around the Middle East paying increasing attention to safety and security in the workplace and social environments, biometric technology, access control systems and fingerprint recognition software are expected to attract considerable interest at the upcoming Intersec 2012.
Epoc Messe Frankfurt, organiser of the Middle East’s foremost business and networking event for the safety, health and security industries, reported intense…
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Ozonetek Offers ozone generators for water treatment. All the ozone generators are based on corona discharge technology. The feed gas for all ozone generators for water treatment is oxygen. The accessories offered for water treatment with ozone are: Ozone injecting system, Ozone contacting system, Vent ozone destructor, Instrumentation system. Ozonetek offers ozone generators for air treatment with capacities ranging from 100 mg/h several hundred g/h. The low capacity ozone…
Health Insurance Comparison Site Web Doctor Reports Increased Site Traffic
Web Doctor, the online Health Insurance Comparison website reports a significant increase in visitors to the site.
London, October 2011 - In response to the ongoing crisis within the NHS, Web Doctor record high amounts of traffic to their site as people look for alternatives to state funded healthcare.
Managing Director and Founder of Web Doctor Richard Brewster says, 'We are continuing to see a high volume of enquiries regarding health insurance…
BusinessVibes hosts Webinar for Paper and Packaging Industry
London, UK, October 18, 2011 -- BusinessVibes, the new global B2B networking platform organizes next webinar for industry professionals. The previous one, held on 21th of September was focused on Rubber and Plastics Industry; next online conference organized by BusinessVibes will take place on 26th October at 11.00 BST and will be dedicated to associations and companies acting in Paper and Packaging Industries.
This forum will stay focused on European Paper…
SafeAuto Insurance Revs Up Customers With Innovative Social Media Promotions
Columbus, Ohio auto insurance provider SafeAuto has successfully tapped into social media trends in the past year, more than doubling its following on Facebook and Twitter.
Columbus, OH, October 18, 2011 -- Columbus, Ohio auto insurance provider SafeAuto has successfully tapped into social media trends in the past year, more than doubling its following on Facebook and Twitter. Using social media, blogs, and YouTube, the company has grown a fan base…
Sleep City Announces Success of Sleep 4 All Mattress Donation Program
Sleep City has donated over 100 mattresses to non-profits and individuals in need though Sleep 4 All program
Spokane, WA, October 18, 2011 -- Sleep City has received tremendous support from the communities in Montana, Idaho and Washington for their Sleep 4 All mattress donation program. So far, they have donated over 100 mattresses, 32 of which came over a recent 24-hour period in Spokane. The Sleep 4 All program began…
Towing and Recovery Association of America Presents Annual Awards
On Saturday, October 1, 2011, at its Fall Board Meeting in Portland, OR, The Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA) presented several awards.
Washington, DC, October 18, 2011 -- On Saturday, October 1, 2011, at its Fall Board Meeting in Portland, OR, The Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA) presented several awards.
The Presidential Award was given to Clarissa Powell and Bill Giorgis Clarissa and Bill used the L&L Conference…
Glendale AZ's Ed Sharpe Recipient of BVFF 2011 Pioneer in Television Award
A newly designated award this year at the Berkeley Video and Film Festival is the Grand Festival Pioneer in Television Award, for distinguished service in the medium of TV.
Glendale, AZ, October 18, 2011 -- A newly designated award this year at the Berkeley Video and Film Festival is the Grand Festival Pioneer in Television Award, for distinguished service in the medium of TV. It was also a special event as…
Pay Asia Celebrates 5 Years Of Outstanding Business Growth, Expansion And Servic …
Pay Asia Celebrates 5 Years Of Outstanding Business Growth, Expansion And Service Deliveries In Asia
Singapore, 5th October 2011
Pay Asia - Asia's most innovative Payroll and Human Resource Outsourcing (P&HRO) provider celebrated their 5th Anniversary and announce a milestone in operational service deliveries to now 22 countries across the Asia Pacific and the Middle East regions.
In concurrent celebrations of their 5th anniversary, Pay Asia is pleased to announce a…
Expat Tax Regime in Netherlands To Be Modified
(Sunnyvale, CA)- The Dutch State Secretary for Finance, recently announced that changes would be made to the ‘30% ruling regime’ for expatriate employees in the Netherlands, which is expected to come into effect in 2012.
Expatriate employees in Netherlands, working on a temporary basis can avail of “the 30% ruling regime”, resulting in a 30% tax free employment income in their hands. This provision was introduced by the Dutch Government to…
Mary Pat Blake, Blake Strategic Consulting Offers Advice to Entrepreneurs on How …
October 17, 2011 (Minneapolis) – Mary Pat Blake, founder and president of Blake Strategic Consulting, recently appeared on “Money Talk” with Bob Hardcastle, a St. Louis-based business program, to share her experiences as an entrepreneur and to offer business insight for people starting a business.
Blake, a nationally recognized business strategist who specializes in the broadband, emerging technology, telecommunications and consumer products industries, said that business owners…
Ben Franklin to Invest $740,983 In Regional Economic Development
The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s (BFTP/NEP) Board of Directors approved the investment of $740,983 in support of regional economic development. BFTP/NEP’s goal is to help lead northeastern Pennsylvania to a better economic future by building partnerships that develop and apply technology for competitive advantage. To achieve this goal, Ben Franklin staff concentrate their efforts on three key areas:
developing and growing early-stage technology-oriented companies,
helping established manufacturers creatively apply…
Leading business commentators speak out at ISMM’s Successful Selling Coventry co …
Leading authorities and commentators on business issues - including workplace stress as well as sales skills - will be in evidence at this year’s ‘Successful Selling’ conference, which takes place in the Jaguar Hall at the Ricoh Arena, in Coventry on Thursday 20th October.
At the conference, organised by the Institute of Sales & Marketing Management (ISMM), the UK’s professional body for salespeople, Michael Portillo, the former Conservative Cabinet Minister who…
Empyrean Strategic Partners and MWI Solutions Form Alliance for Financial Risk M …
Empyrean Strategic Partners and MWI Solutions today announced a joint operating agreement that integrates their enterprise risk management, profitability, funds transfer pricing and budgeting systems. The products of both companies now provide for the seamless exchange of data, offering customers a fully integrated alternative to independent systems.
This agreement builds upon a long term association between the two companies and their commitment to innovation, low total cost of ownership, and…
Quest CE Presents the Firm Needs Analysis Survey
Quest CE, premier provider of insurance continuing education and FINRA firm element training, introduces the Firm Needs Analysis Survey. In accordance with FINRA regulations and firm element training and tracking needs, Quest CE’s Firm Needs Analysis Survey provides firms with a comprehensive way to evaluate and prioritize the needs of their broker dealers and associated sellers to create a tailored firm element program.
Convenient and easy to use, the…
MIRADOR NAMES DR. ANDRES NISIMBLAT AS MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Mirador, Corpus Christi’s first and only all-inclusive life care senior living community, has named Andres Nisimblat, MD as medical director. The announcement was made by Cindy Waldron, executive director of Mirador.
“The residents and staff are excited to welcome Dr. Nisimblat to our community,” said Waldron. “He has a wonderful reputation in Corpus Christi, and I know he will provide our residents with an exceptional level of care.”
Dr. Nisimblat is…
Bavarian Inn Restaurant Matriarch Begins Blogging
Frankenmuth, MI – Oct. 12, 2011 – In December, Dorothy Zehnder will turn 90, and she’s begun celebrating by sharing her favorite stories in a weekly blog called, “From Scratch.”
“People are always asking me the most interesting questions about my life, cooking, the restaurant and about our family,” Dorothy said. “After this many years, I’ve realized I have a lot to share.”
Just like her recently released book, “Come Cook…
Texas Estate Sale Announces a 2 Days Estate Auction Featuring Houston Local Esta …
Offerings include silver, estate jewelry, paintings, antiques, furniture, rugs, clocks, decorative accessories, pottery, and more!!! Many items with NO RESERVE!
Partial listing: 19c Victorian mahogany linen press; Nice ivory carvings; French, Louis XV style, carved gilt wood console table; 19c American chest of drawers with inlaid top; Indonesian carved teak bar; 19c Chinese altar tables; Burmese gongs; 3 Leather sofa sets; Cantoni entertainment center; Armchairs; Chests; coffee tables; end tables…
Debt Free Bankruptcy Attorney announces to continue expansion of bankruptcy webs …
Orange County, California October 17 2011 – DebtFreeBankruptcyAttorney.Com a leader in online bankruptcy attorney referrals has announced it will continue to expand their bankruptcy website to offer more information for their visitors. DebtFreeBankruptcyAttorney.Com is currently expanding the frequently asked questions area of the website that has become very popular and regularly visited by thousands. The company feels the more good information an individual struggling with their finances has regarding filing…
UK Based Supplier of Mobility Aids Announces Advancements in Wheelchairs for the …
Wilton Road Industrial Estate, Humberston, North East Lincolnshire ( openpr ) October 17, 2011 - Mobility Experts, the leading provider of mobility equipments for the disabled, comes forward with a wide selection of wheelchairs that are made available to varying levels of consumer budgets. The company has more than 15 years of experience in this industry and has been offering a reliable service to their customers with excellent aftercare. As…
SGS Medical Devices Newsletter Affords a Sneak Preview
The SGS Medical Devices team of experts wishes to share the knowledge and expertise it has gained regarding the regulations affecting medical technologies so as to help companies gain or maintain competitive advantage within their targeted market. Hence the SGS Medical Devices Newsletter is sent out to interested parties whenever major technological developments occur or when the regulatory framework changes, thus offering access to impartial information and so enabling sound…
commissum brand 10 years old
This month commissum passes the ten year point for the commissum brand.
The company went through a re-branding exercise ten years ago following the move of the experienced e-security team to Realise Limited from Buchanan International; the company at that time was branded as Realise e-Security Limited. Martin Finch, commissum’s current Managing Director explains “the company was always intended to operate totally independently from the then parent organisation, and re-branding was…
115% discounters’ revenue growth in the last three years in Romania
In the last three years discounters have opened more than 200 stores, a number greater than in the first seven years of their operation on the Romanian market. The discounters’ sales results are far better than in the grocery sector, as in 2010 revenues of discount stores rose by 13.1% while the whole market went down by 2.1%. The companies’ future plans assume the opening of 300 more stores within…
Yellowfin Recognized in Gartner’s Annual Who’s Who in Mobile BI Report
Yellowfin, the leader in easy-to-use Business Intelligence (BI), has been recognized in Gartner’s annual Who’s Who in Mobile BI report. The 2011 edition lists leading Mobile BI providers, their solutions and capabilities.
Melbourne, VIC, October 17, 2011 -- Yellowfin, the leader in easy-to-use Business Intelligence (BI), has been recognized in Gartner’s annual Who’s Who in Mobile BI report. The 2011 edition lists leading Mobile BI providers, their solutions and capabilities.
Download…
Rate Speeches Introduces Public Speaking Topic Generator
LOS ALTOS, California (October 16, 2011) – Rate Speeches introduced a free online public speaking topic generator, offering the largest selection of speech topics.
As a service to the public speaking community and those interested in public speaking and presentation skills, Rate Speeches launched the Rate Speeches Public Speaking Topics Generator, which allows Rate Speeches web visitors to generate random public speaking topics free of charge. No log-in or registration…
TheWholesaleForums.co.uk Members Share PayPal Experiences in The Times Newspaper
A journalist from The Times, a leading broadsheet in the UK, invited members of TheWholesaleForums co uk to share their experiences with using PayPal for online payment processing. Their stories accompanied an article by The Times and were featured in the October 1st 2011 edition.
Members of The Wholesale Forums commented on PayPal’s anti-fraud measures which are in place to safeguard the interests of customers and of course the company…
TheWholesaleForums.co.uk Celebrates 100,000th Member
B2B networking community TheWholesaleForums co uk is this month celebrating passing 100,000 registered members. The community first launched in July, 2004 and set out to provide an independent and impartial venue for buyers and suppliers to congregate and network with each other. Aside from the networking benefits of bringing likeminded folks together, the community prides itself on offering advice and guidance on any number of business issues including; start-up, importing,…
In Conjunction, Parmigiani Launches New Watches Honoring Items To Be Exhibited
A La Vieille Russie and Parmigiani are excited to present Mechanical Wonders: Antique Automatons and Contemporary Watchmaking. Aimed at collectors and connoisseurs of watches, automatons and Fabergé, as well as enthusiasts of beautiful and rare works of art, the Sandoz Collection will be exhibited in New York at A La Vieille Russie from October 26th – November 26th, offering a unique opportunity to celebrate watchmaking art. Marking the first time…
Akillis Jewellery In The Spotlight At Queen Of Spades Fashion Show
Akillis jewellery was in the spotlight at the Queen of Spades fashion show organised by designer Lamya Abedin at the Samaya Ballroom of The Ritz-Carlton DIFC.
Akillis, the audacious French brand of exquisite, fine jewellery, has joined hands with Queen of Spades to complement the latest collection with jewellery for the different artistic pieces.
Special pieces were flown in from Paris exclusively for the show. “We are extremely excited to partner…
Quality Dubai property steady again for third consecutive quarter
The Dubai property market was steady again for quality buildings in established locations for the third consecutive quarter of 2011. Sales prices
The Dubai property market was steady again for quality buildings in established locations for the third consecutive quarter of 2011. Sales prices and rents for villas were stable with only minor declines for apartment rents and sales prices of 1 and 4% respectively, while the office market witnessed slight…
Stephen Shapiro Shows How to Avoid One-Hit Wonder Syndrome: Best Practices Are S …
One-hit wonders might be memorable. But really - they're not respected or considered mega successful. That's why it's so vital to continuously innovate in big ways. Innovation expert Stephen Shapiro details this syndrome in his new book, "Best Practices Are Stupid".
Boston, MA, October 15, 2011 (Straight Line PR) -- We've all heard about Lipps Inc, The Sugar Hill Gang, and Haddaway - for precisely one song each. That's right, they…
Ti-Bridge Tourbillon - A Dazzling Display For An Exceptional Movement
The 2011 version of the Ti-Bridge Tourbillon appears adorned in 689 diamonds totaling 8.64 carats! This radiant splendor dramatically highlights the fabulous baguette movement which, suspended by its cross-bars, appears to be floating weightlessly in the center of the red gold tonneau-shaped case. The effect is further accentuated by the flying tourbillon which, in the absence of an upper bridge, looks as if it is levitating above the movement.
A…
Al Fardan Exchange announces its promotion campaign 2011
UAE, October 15, 2011: Al Fardan Exchange UAE, has announced the start of its promotion campaign 2011. The campaign is going to start from 15th October 2011 till 10th December 2011.
Through the campaign Al Fardan Exchange intends to thank its valued customers. Every customer making a remittance or foreign currency exchange for more than 5000 AED from Al Fardan Exchange will enter into the draw and could win prizes like…
JT Spas Brings In A New Collection of Bathroom Accessories
The company has introduced different colors and designs of steam shower and whirlpool bath accessories for ensuring functionalities of a bathroom without compromising with the interior decoration theme. Bathroom accessories, which have been added to the catalogue of the store assures quality. Therefore, shoppers can expect to get the best value for money as always. Served by the experts of the field, the quality control team of the company tests…
Montblanc Limited Writers Edition 2011 Carlo Collodi - A homage to the creator o …
Montblanc presents the Limited Writers Edition 2011, an intricately crafted piece celebrating the Italian author Carlo Collodi, the creator of literature’s most enduring children’s characters: Pinocchio. Collodi’s imaginary story of the wooden puppet in search of boyhood has enchanted generations and has been the subject of numerous adaptations in film, art and theater. ‘The Adventure of Pinocchio’ is perhaps regarded as the most recognized children’s story in Western civilization.
As the…
AAA Echoes claims that Impact Investment Market is Strong
Boston, MA, USA, October 15, 2011 -- A new report claiming that social impact investing could become a major mainstream market has received backing from Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA).
The analysis group is a major advocate of ethically and socially responsible investing and has welcomed the publication of ‘Making Good in Social Impact Investment: Opportunities in an Emerging Asset Class’ report. The report, which was sponsored by TheCityUK and commissioned by…
Employers Handpick Candidates on CVLook
This month marks the launch of CVLook, a website with a different take on the usual method of looking for jobs and finding candidates. Founder Mr Ngo explains, “I wanted to provide a specialized service that is time and cost effective. The idea is for job seekers to list their CV to be part of a registry for employers to search. The employer can then ‘apply’ for candidates instead…
Kanu Signs Contract Extension with The First Group
Nigerian football legend Nwankwo Kanu has signed a contract extension with leading property developers, The First Group.
The thirty-five year old, who plays for English Championship side Portsmouth, has been a long-term ambassador of The First Group.
The First Group is currently constructing The One Kempinski Abuja, an iconic building comprising 264 premium serviced residences, located in the heart of the central business district.
“The First Group is leading the way…
Standard Auto Wreckers Announces the Installation of the Crow Environmental Vehi …
Standard Auto Wreckers today announced its adoption of Crow Environmental vehicle de-pollution system in its Toronto, Ontario location. Crow's innovative de-pollution system is an effective system for the de-polluting of end-of-life vehicles by removing toxic fluids and pumping them to fluid storage tanks for re-use and environmentally safe disposal.
Toronto, ON, October 15, 2011 -- Standard Auto Wreckers (www.StandardAutoWreckers.com) today announced its adoption of the Crow Environmental (www.crowenvironmental.net) vehicle de-pollution system…
AAA highlights Release of New Global Investor Sentiment Survey
The release of the latest Colliers International 2011 Global Investor Sentiment Survey (GISS) is being highlighted by Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA) as providing a useful insight into the real estate investment market.
Boston, MA, October 15, 2011 -- The release of the latest Colliers International 2011 Global Investor Sentiment Survey (GISS) is being highlighted by Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA) as providing a useful insight into the real estate investment market.
AAA is…
Matt Bullas listed in the North West Region '42 Under 42'
Cheshire, United Kingdom, (14th October 2011), Expert SEO consultant and UK entrepreneur, Matt Bullas, has just been listed in the North West region '42 Under 42'; a list compiled by Insider Media Limited to celebrate young business people and entrepreneurs.
Matt Bullas has been identified as a business leader of tomorrow by Insider who release an annual list championing 42 people aged under 42 who possess exceptional entrepreneurial qualities. He…
Minneapolis Sales Training Firm to Double its Classroom Events
Sales Results Fast of Minneapolis announced today it intends to double the classroom offerings from its popular “University.”
Minneapolis, MN, October 13, 2011 - Sales Results Fast of Minneapolis announced today it intends to double the classroom offerings from its popular “University.” Sales Results Fast is a sales training and consulting firm located in Minneapolis offering classroom training via its Sales Results Fast University, fondly known in the firm as…
Banyan Air Service Targets Lear 40/45 Community
With the increased coverage provided by adding a second shift and the addition of nine new technicians in the last ninety days, Banyan Air Service (FXE) has added the Lear 40 series airframe to their growing list of capabilities.
"Our on-going marketing research has shown a real need from the Lear 40/45 community for another option other than the OEM for support in South Florida and Banyan Air Service…
“Legal Cowboy” Winning Showdowns With Banks, Helping Homeowners Avoid Foreclosur …
In the current Wild West economy, high unemployment, lower wages, and falling home prices aren’t the only things that have homeowners running scared. There’s also the threat of their properties being repossessed by greedy bank barons. Luckily, there’s a new sheriff in town who isn’t afraid to have a high noon showdown with the men in the black hats.
His name is Darren Fish, a Chicago-based attorney better known as…
Walter Pridgen Launches USA Mobile Drug Testing of Baltimore
BALTIMORE, Md. – (Oct. 14, 2011) – Walter Pridgen has launched USA Mobile Drug Testing of Baltimore, Md. (usamdt.com/baltimore) to provide onsite mobile drug testing services for employers in Baltimore and the surrounding areas. The office’s mailing address is P.O. Box 908, Abingdon, MD 21009; telephone 410-530-0201, email address baltimore@usamdt.com.
“USA Mobile Drug Testing (http://www.usamdt.com), a national organization, is the nation’s only 100 percent mobile drug, alcohol and screening service,…
INVISTA’s CORDURA® Brand Team Debuts CORDURA® NYCO Fabrics for Workwear Market …
In line with the CORDURA® brand team's commitment to developing innovative and protective fabrics for the workwear industry, a new range of CORDURA® NYCO fabrics from Malaysian based Penfabric, part of the Japanese Toray Group of companies, will be introduced to the European workwear market at the A+A show in Dusseldorf, Germany – Hall 10 Stand A11.
The innovative range includes four fabrics, each in an intimate blend of 75…
NEW POLL: Americans Reject Both Personal and Government Debt
10th Allstate-National Journal Heartland Monitor Poll Finds Americans Sour on Borrowing in Response to Economic Anxiety
10/14/2011 - WASHINGTON, D.C.
After a summer of contentious battles over the federal debt ceiling, tumult in the stock market, renewed concerns about the global economy, and anxiety about a "double-dip" recession, Americans have become skeptical about borrowing, even to finance growth -- and they think Washington should be, too. According to poll results announced today…
FRA Claims Increased Exports to China to Boost Timber Prices
Forestry Research Associates (FRA) have commented on new figures from Wood Resources Quarterly that show 2011 exports of softwood lumber from the US and Canada to China will reach record levels.
Bainbridge Island, WA, October 14, 2011 - Forestry Research Associates (FRA) have commented on new figures from Wood Resources Quarterly that show 2011 exports of softwood lumber from the US and Canada to China will reach record levels.
FRA, a research…
SPS/GZ Reports 100% Client Satisfaction on IRC Section 6039 Compliance Services
Chicago, IL (USA), Tuesday - October 12, 2011 -- Stock Plan Solutions/Green Zapato LLC (SPS/GZ), a leader in stock administration and outsourcing, is pleased to announce 100% client satisfaction on IRC Section 6039 services from the 2010 tax year.
"We are very pleased with how our team managed the IRC 6039 process for the 2010 inaugural year. We are thrilled to be signing up so many returning clients," said Mary Pat…
