CTC Media announces approval from Special Meeting of Stockholders

MTG notes the announcement today by CTC Media, Inc., Russia’s leading independent media company of which MTG owns 37.9%, that the Special Meeting of Stockholders held on 17th December have voted in favor of all resolutions proposed for consideration at the meeting. The sale and the subsequent merger of CTC Media detailed in the proxy statement dated 17th November 2015 are therefore approved.CTC Media’s full announcement can be found at http://www.ctcmedia.ru/press-center/releases. CTC Media’s common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “CTCM”. ****

Information from AGM of RNB

On Thursday, December 17, 2015, RNB RETAIL AND BRANDS held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the company's premises at Regeringsgatan 29 in Stockholm under the chairmanship of the Chairman of the Board Laszlo Kriss.Adoption of income statement and balance sheet and resolution concerning discharge from liability The AGM adopted the income statement and balance sheet for the Parent company and the consolidated income statement and consolidated balance sheet for the fiscal year that started September 1, 2014 and ended August 31, 2015. The AGM discharges the members of the Board and the

California Cattle Ranchers Featured in Food52, U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance "A Day on a Cattle Ranch"

Aker ASA: Result of offer to buy back shares

Reference is made to Aker ASA's stock exchange release dated 17 December 2015concerning an offer to buy back shares in connection with Aker ASA's employeeshare purchase programme, as well as for other corporate purposes (the "Offer").The Offer expired on 17 December 2015 at 16:30 (CET).Aker ASA has resolved to buy back 150 000 shares, as set out in the Offer, at aprice of NOK 162 per share. The price was determined through a bookbuildingprocess. The total number of acceptances exceeded the amount of shares to bebought back under the Offer, and thus, Aker ASA has determined

GET MORE FROM FORAGE THIS WINTER WITH REVOLUTIONARY FORAGE PRE-TREATMENT

17 December 2015Despite good silage-making weather in some regions of the UK and Ireland last summer, many clamps still contain large volumes of low feed value silage made under less than favourable conditions. The novel forage pre-treatment that increases silage digestibility, D-value and ME content is therefore likely to be of considerable benefit to many livestock farmers this winter through proven gains in milk yield and beef production. Easily applied as a dilute liquid added to the mixer wagon prior to feeding out, VistaPre-T kick-starts the process of forage breakdown, roughening

Unforgettable Christmas gifts from Birmingham Museums

There’s no excuse for anyone to give or receive a boring Christmas present this year in Birmingham, as Birmingham Museums reveal a host of gift experiences and ideas to make the contents of your stockings bejewelled, freshly baked or even terrifying! 1. 1.       Bake it!  For anyone who likes to know exactly what is going into their food, this experience day at Sarehole Mill gives foodies the opportunity to bake their own flatbread or pizza with flour milled on site.  The visit includes a tour of the mill, with classes available in February, March and April, priced at £25 per person.  A

Exploring California's Mission History with Inns along the Historic Camino Real

SACRAMENTO, CA [December 17, 2015]—Stretching from San Diego to Sonoma, the 600-mile Camino Real connects California’s historic Spanish missions, presidios and pueblos. Over 200 years later, it remains a popular route for travelers exploring California’s history. The California Association of Boutique & Breakfast Inns has compiled a list of mission highlights and nearby inns for exploring the Camino Real. Beginning with California’s first mission, which was founded in 1769, the Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá still has the original bell bearing the King of Spain’s mark. Mission San

Natto: NattoPharma Announces Organizational Changes and Management Team Additions

OSLO, NORWAY and METUCHEN, NJ (December 17, 2015) – NattoPharma ASA, exclusive supplier of the clinically validated and patented MenaQ7® Vitamin K2 as MK-7, has over the past several years made substantial investments in the research and clinical validation of health benefits derived from Vitamin K2. With this strong foundation of research in place, the company is now transitioning to its next phase. To fully leverage this base of technology, the company will place greater emphasis on global commercialization and growth and will rebalance these efforts with its traditional focus on research

REPURCHASE OF OWN SHARES

Etteplan    STOCK EXCHANGE ANNOUNCEMENT         17 December 2015              REPURCHASE OF OWN SHARES         Date: 17 December 2015  Exchange transaction: Buy       Share class:

Falken Tyre Europe expands its commercial vehicle product range

Japanese manufacturer to launch new generation of truck tyres for regional traffic applicationsFrom January 2016, Falken Tyre Europe will have two new types of regional traffic tyres in its product range; the RI 151 for the steering axle and BI 851 for the driving axle. Both tyres target exceptional mileage performance with even wear. Top class directional stability, stable braking on wet, dry or snow-covered roads, as well as high traction were targets when developing this new commercial vehicle tyre. In order to develop the optimal fuel-saving rubber compound, the Japanese tyre

Celsus appoints Sarah-Jane Elliott as Internal Sales Executive

Award winning ISO9001 distribution company, Celsus UK Limited, has expanded its dynamic and dedicated workforce with the appointment of Sarah-Jane Elliott as Internal Sales Executive.  Sarah-Jane's appointment is part of a wider expansion and recruitment drive following a hugely successful 2015 for Celsus UK Limited. Sarah-Jane will be tasked with helping to drive the company's plan to develop the audio business by moving into new channels, such as the leisure market and export business.  Managing Director, Paul Baker, said: "Sarah Jane brings to our busy internal sales team a new

“On yer bike!” Pioneering rickshaw-style bikes bring back cycling memories for London residents

A resident of the Bridgeside Lodge Care Centre in Islington has been the first in the country to try out a new scheme aiming to recreate the feeling of ‘wind in your hair’ for people who had assumed that their cycling days were long gone! ‘Cycling without Age’ is an initiative being imported from Denmark by Kalim Ahmed, in which volunteers offer free rides aboard rickshaw-style bicycles – but with the seats on the front – to people who are no longer able to cycle for themselves, whether due to injury, age or conditions like dementia. Emma Riordan, age 32 years, who lives at Bridgeside

Internet Retailers Miss Out on £1000s Because of Early Christmas Deadlines

International delivery experts ParcelHero say early internet delivery deadlines are losing e-commerce companies thousands of potential orders, and confusing shoppers.December 16th was the deadline for online Christmas orders for many small traders and even some major stores such as Liberty. The international delivery experts ParcelHero  say many e-commerce sites are losing vital last minute shopping orders by missing out on a whole week of potential extra sales. And ParcelHero says that consumers are finding the wildly varying final deadlines for online sales

Lyndon Design unveils Agent high table and bar stools

The new Agent high table with bar stools by Lyndon Design is suitable for both corporate and hospitality environments. Combining first class style with functionality, it is perfect for informal environments and where space is at a premium. Oozing style and appeal, the Agent high table features a robust yet elegant white MFC top that creates a durable finish lasting for up to several years. The simple yet bold lines of the table and the quality of the timber used for the under frame reflects Lyndon Design’s expertise in handcrafting wood materials, as well as giving the table an exquisite

“On yer bike!” Rickshaw-style bikes bring back cycling memories for residents at Bridgeside Lodge

A resident of the Bridgeside Lodge Care Centre in Islington has been the first in the country to try out a new scheme aiming to recreate the feeling of ‘wind in your hair’ for people who had assumed that their cycling days were long gone! ‘Cycling without Age’ is an initiative being imported from Denmark by Kalim Ahmed, in which volunteers offer free rides aboard rickshaw-style bicycles – but with the seats on the front – to people who are no longer able to cycle for themselves, whether due to injury, age or conditions like dementia. Emma Riordan, age 32 years, who lives at Bridgeside

Orkla ASA: Orkla sells the Asan and Sana brands

Orkla has today entered into an agreement to sell the Asan and Sana brands to Weifa ASA for a total consideration of NOK 115 million. The brands Asan (in Norway) and Sana (in Sweden) consist of a product portfolio of shower gel and intimate wash, and is owned by the Swedish branded consumer goods company Cederroth. Orkla acquired Cederroth earlier this year, and the transaction was approved by the competition authorities subject to divestment of the Asan and Allévo brands, resulting in today's sale agreement. The transaction is done as a sale of shares in Cederroth AS, which comprises

Fraikin Selects Carrier Transicold Xarios™ and Supra™ Units for Rental Fleet Investment

WARRINGTON, England, Dec. 17, 2015Contract hire, fleet management and rental provider Fraikin has specified Carrier Transicold  refrigeration units for more than 30 new temperature-controlled vehicles joining its rental fleet – part of a wider £13m rental fleet investment made this year. Carrier Transicold, which operates in the UK as Carrier Transicold UK, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). As part of the rental fleet investment, Fraikin selected 20 Carrier Transicold Xarios™ 200, 300 and

Cleantech Invest participates in Savo-Solar Plc's oversubscribed emission. Company attracts 4,2 MEUR

Savo-solar Plc has closed an 4,2 MEUR emission that was oversubscribed. Cleantech Invest participated in the emission with 150 000 EUR directly. In addition a 20 000 EUR subscription was made through Clean Future Fund (CFF). Cleantech Invest holds 36.8% of CFF. The total effective ownership before the emission was 14,2% and the total after the emission is 7,2%. Savosolar is listed on Nasdaq First North Sweden and Finland. For full info and company press release see: www.savosolar.fi

Pichler Tools demonstrate labour saving benefits at renowned UK trade shows

Pichler Tools Ltd, supplier of special tools which save workshops time, recently wowed the crowds at four renowned automotive industry trade events - including AutoInform LIVE - with its prestigious, specialist automotive ‘problem solving’ range of products. The trade shows have provided the perfect opportunity to showcase Pichler’s pioneering automotive repair solutions for many vehicle systems - including common rail diesel, timing, braking, and suspension - in a ‘hands-on’ and interactive environment. With a product range totalling over 12,500 items, the Pichler Tools team took a

TOP FRANCHISE INDUSTRY HONOUR FOR JAN MITMAN

Jan Mitman, co-founder of the renowned national Drain Doctor franchise, has been named a Companion of the British Franchise Association (BFA) for her contribution and dedication to franchising. The highest honour for individuals given by the BFA, Jan Mitman becomes just the 19th recipient of Companionship since the Association’s formation in 1977. After co-founding Drain Doctor in 1993 with husband Freddie Mitman, she franchised the business a year later and spent over two decades growing the brand from a standing start to its current position. The business has become a respected

Inheritance and Succession Law in the melting pot for Scotland in 2016, says Gillespie Macandrew

Everything to do with inheritance and succession planning has been thrown into the melting pot. Or that is how it might feel, says Lianne Lodge of Scottish legal firm Gillespie Macandrew, and with numerous changes to inheritance law on the horizon, 2016 provides an ideal opportunity for individuals to take some simple and effective steps towards organising a succession plan.Since the Scottish Government announced plans to change inheritance laws back in November 2014 there have been two formal consultations, the first of which resulted in the Succession (Scotland) Bill. This Bill

Plastipak Packaging Triumphs at the WorldStar Packaging Awards

Plastipak Packaging has won five prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards.The competition, which recognises and rewards international packaging design innovation and excellence is organised by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) and is widely recognised as being the most important packaging awards competition in the world, with WorldStars only presented to packs that have already won acknowledgement in national or regional competitions.In selecting winners, representatives from 19 packaging associations and members of the WPO, judged 293 packaging projects from 35 countries that

Tokmanni aims to act responsibly in all its activities

Finnwatch has released a report describing the working conditions in two factories in Thailand. Tokmanni has made two one-off purchases from two European importers who have purchased products from these factories. The workers working at the factories in question do not fall under the ILO or BSCI child labor age definition and Tokmanni does not, under any circumstances, tolerate forced or child labor in its supply chains. Tokmanni acquired the ATA mango cans and baby care products from a European importer as a one-off purchase. The European importers have purchased the products from the

Outokumpu updates its Financial Reporting Schedule for the year 2016

OUTOKUMPU OYJSTOCK EXCHANGE RELEASEDecember 17, 2015 at 4.30 pm EET Outokumpu has changed the second-quarter 2016 financial reporting schedule. The second-quarter interim report will be published on July 26. During the year 2016 Outokumpu will publish financial information as follows: The Financial Statements Bulletin 2015: February 11, 2016The Annual Report 2015: week 10 (starting March 7, 2016)Interim report, first quarter 2016: April 27, 2016Interim report, second quarter 2016: July 26, 2016Interim report, third quarter 2016: November 3, 2016 The 2016 Annual