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lunch! 2016 opens in London this week

Thousands of food and drink buyers are preparing to attendThe UK’s biggest and multi-award winning show for the food-to-go trade, lunch! returns to the Business Design Centre in London on Wednesday 21 September.    Over 6,000 attendees are expected to visit lunch! over 21-22 September, including key buyers and decision makers from many of the UK’s biggest food-to-go operators, food retailers, and contract caterers, plus thousands of independent and multiple cafés, coffee shops and sandwich shops. Expert Keynotes for 2016 High-profile brands – including Pret, Starbucks, Costa Coffee,

Practical Nuclear Questions for the Presidential Candidates, and the Psychology of Doom

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’ Double Special IssueBulletin Media Contact: Janice Sinclaire, jsinclaire@thebulletin.org CHICAGO – September 7, 2016 – The 2016 presidential race is unusual in many ways, but a silver lining of sorts has emerged: For the first time since Lyndon Johnson’s famous “Daisy” political ad during the 1964 presidential campaign, the control that the President of the United States wields over the US nuclear arsenal is under serious discussion. In his introduction to the Bulletin’s September/October issue, editor John Mecklin writes: “The Bulletin is

Management change in AB Electrolux

Ruy Hirschheimer, Head of Electrolux Major Appliances Latin America and Executive Vice President of AB Electrolux, has decided to resign from his position, effective October 1, 2016. A process to recruit a successor has been initiated.Ruy Hirschheimer joined Electrolux in 1998, as Head of Major Appliances in Brazil. Since 2002, he has held the position as Head of Major Appliances Latin America. “During Ruy’s tenure, Electrolux has grown into one of the top major appliances brands in Latin America, and Brazil is today a strategically important market. Many of the innovative concepts for

Cyxone has received approval for cyclotide technology patent in the US

The US Patent Office has announced its approval of Cyxone's patent on the cyclotide technology. Approval of Cyxone's patent application for cyclotide technology by the US Patent Office, was published on 27 September 2016, number 9,453,052. In 2015 Cyxone acquired all rights to the cyclotide technology that was developed at the Medical University of Vienna and the University Clinic in Freiburg. Cyxone's CEO Kjell Stenberg remarks:"Approval of this US patent application has strengthened Cyxone's prospects prior to the commercial use of cyclotide drugs in the United States."

New shares in Componenta entered into Trade Register

Componenta Corporation Stock Exchange Release 19.9.2016 at 15.45 Componenta Corporation has on 16 May 2016 issued a convertible capital loan of EUR 40 million. From the issued convertible capital loan 5,085 shares of the loan have been used for the subscription of 10,170,000 new shares in Componenta Corporation. The new shares have been entered into the Trade Register today on 19 September 2016. Following the registration of the new shares, the total number of the Company´s shares is 147,137,224. The new shares will be traded in the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd main list as from 20

IBA Group at BIT–2016

On September 15, IBA Group participated in the International Grand Forum BIT–2016: Business and IT, which took place at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Minsk, Belarus. This year, the forum was dedicated to cloud technologies, the construction and organization of data and contact centers, corporate communications, the Internet of Things, and information services for business. The BIT forum took place in Minsk for the second time and IBA Group participates as an event's partner for the second time as well. Having launched its data processing center in 2015, IBA promotes this area of business

Rob Whyte appointed new MD for Alstom Nordics

Alstom appointed Rob Whyte as Managing Director in the Nordics, based in Stockholm. Rob Whyte was previously Managing Director for Regional & Intercity at Alstom in UK & Ireland.“I am very excited about this opportunity to lead our Nordic operations.The industry is shifting towards more sustainable solutions, which is reflected especially is a company fostering innovation, and I see many opportunities to leverage from our experience in the railway industry to move towards expanding the transport infrastructure in the Nordics”, says Rob Whyte. Rob Whyte started with Alstom 23 years ago as

Divestiture of the Visma BPO division

Early in 2016, a sale process of the BPO Division of Visma was initiated, which attracted significant interest from multiple investors. The sale process has now been finalized, and BPO’s new owner will be HgCapital. Visma BPO is the leading provider of outsourced accounting, payroll and HR services to 20,000 businesses in the Nordic region. HgCapital will support the existing BPO management and employees to maintain its leading market position through both organic growth and a number of future acquisitions. Visma owners and directors believe that BPO can develop faster and better

Componenta Corporation: Notification pursuant to the Finnish Securities Market Act, Chapter 9, Section 5

Componenta Corporation Stock Exchange Release 19.9.2016 at 14.40 Componenta Corporation (Business ID 1635451-6) has today received the following notification pursuant to Chapter 9, section 5 of the Securities Markets Act according to which the holding of Sampo Group in Componenta Corporation shares and voting rights has decreased below 10 % on 16 September 2016.     Total position of Sampo Group subject to the notification:     % of % of shares Total of Total number of shares shares and voting both in % and voting rights of

Millicom appoints Rodrigo Diehl as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer

Stockholm, 19 September 2016 – Millicom announced today the appointment of Rodrigo Diehl as its Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer. He will be assuming the role with immediate effect.Rodrigo Diehl is joining Millicom as part of the company’s drive to constantly improve its strategic rigour and maintain its competitive advantages in a rapidly transforming industry. Diehl will report to Chief Executive Officer, Mauricio Ramos. Diehl brings a wealth of experience in the evolution of the telecommunications and technology sectors, and an in-depth understanding of the Latin

Sandvik releases proforma numbers for new business area structure, as earlier announced

In April 2016 Sandvik announced its intention to consolidate operations to three business areas as well having identified non-strategic operations. The new structure was effective as of 1 July 2016. Proforma numbers for the new business areas are available in the investor section on the website home.sandvik; proforma numbers.  Stockholm, 19 September 2016 Sandvik AB For further information contact:Ann-Sofie Nordh, Head of Investor Relations, Sandvik AB, phone +46 8 456 1494,Pär Altan, Head of External Communications,

Leo Love - a wild autumn for pregnant and nursing mums

Leo is the new black this autumn and winter. The Swedish maternity brand Boob has taken on the wild and designed a number of new Leo-pattern seasonal favourites. The tops, dress, leggings and bras all have smart functions for use both during pregnancy and nursing. And for mums who want to be fashion chic as well as eco chic, Boob has made it easy - all new wild garments are made in sustainable materials and certified according to OEKO-TEX® 100.Boob’s Leo garments AW 16 Knitted jumper/LeoJumper with double function for pregnancy and nursing. The jumper has round neck and long

illuminating York – top festival of light returns to the historic city this October

Wednesday 26 – Saturday 29 October, 18:00 – 22:00Transforming aspects of the city through the use of light is the promise from organisers of the eleventh illuminating York, supported by Arts Council England, which returns to the city from Wednesday 26 to Saturday 29 October 2016.  This year’s event features six newly commissioned artworks using light, a series of lighting designs by local schools and the Society of Light and Lighting, architectural lighting of Clifford’s Tower and Royal York Hotel by Lumenpulse and a host of ‘fringe’ events to create evenings to remember across York’s

New VIP SKI Chalets in Courchevel 1850

Specialist ski company VIP SKI  makes its first foray into Courchevel 1850 in France, the favourite Alpine hangout of the sophisticated ski set.  VIP SKI is known for chalets in its discerning portfolio and has added  Chalet Founets Amont and Chalet Founets Aval in Courchevel 1850. A high-end resort at the centre of some of the most fabulous skiing on the planet, Courchevel comprises four villages at different altitudes and the main one, at 1850 metres, is home to chic chalets, Michelin-starred restaurants and designer shops. Courchevel offers a

Temporary change of Chairman of the Board in Viking Supply Ships

Press releaseGiving reference to the press release of 15 September where it is announced that Mr. Bengt A. Rem is appointed as interim CEO of Viking Supply Ships. The board has decided that Mr. Folke Patriksson will take over the duties as Chairman of the Board for as long as Mr. Bengt A. Rem is interim CEO. Bengt A. Rem will continue in the board as board member. Mr. Folke Patriksson (b. 1940) has significant experience within the shipping industry and is one of the founders of Viking Supply Ships AB and former managing director of the company. Mr. Folke Patriksson is currently

Crossover extravaganza by ballet director Kenneth Greve

The year 2017 marks the centenary of Finland’s independence. The Finnish National Opera and Ballet will be celebrating the year with a new ballet extravaganza, which is also the farewell production of Kenneth Greve, whose appointment as Artistic Director of the FNB expires in 2018.The Finnish National Opera and Ballet is making a huge investment in the Finland 100 celebrations with a blockbuster production focusing on Finland’s history – and future. The Land of Kalevala  ballet spectacle

PAUL COCKSEDGE STUDIO TO CELEBRATE THE VAMP STEREO AND THE VAMP SPEAKER LAUNCH AT DESIGNJUNCTION DURING LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL

Award-winning Paul Cocksedge Studio just introduced two new revolutionary products – The Vamp Stereo and The Vamp Speaker on Kickstarter. This launch is the latest step in the studio’s three-year-long mission to bring back great sound to old speakers. To mark the occasion, the studio is continuing its longstanding relationship with designjunction by acting as the official sound partner for their London Design Festival from 22 – 25 September at King’s Cross. The official press event will occur on 22/9/16 from 9:30 to 11:00am. (RSVP press@starscreamcommunications.co.uk). This

Xeneta says shipper community reeling from Hanjin aftershocks

Press Release - 19 September 2016: Xeneta’s global community of shippers is reeling from the impact of the demise of Hanjin Shipping, the world’s seventh largest containership operator. Xeneta crowd-sources shipping rate data from more than 600 major international businesses, many of whom have now been hit by stranded inventory, rising prices and – in a shock development for a sector struggling with structural overcapacity – claims of under-capacity from the remaining liners. Oslo-based Xeneta is a global benchmarking and market intelligence platform for containerized ocean freight.

Nominating committee appointed at NetEnt AB (publ) ahead of AGM 2017

In accordance with the decision by the Annual General Meeting, the members of the nominating committee of NetEnt should be appointed by the three shareholders/owner groups controlling the largest number of votes in NetEnt at the end of August, which desire to appoint a representative. In addition, the Chairman of the Board of Directors shall be a member of the nominating Committee. NetEnt hereby announces that the nominating committee has now been appointed ahead of the Annual General Meeting in April 2017, and consists of the following members: • John Wattin, Chairman (appointed by the

Valmet to supply its first Waste to Energy boiler plant to China

Valmet Oyj's press release on September 19, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. EET Valmet and Zibo Green Energy New Energy Co., Ltd. have signed a contract regarding a delivery of a SRF (solid recovered fuel) -fired boiler plant to Zibo Green Energy's power plant in the city of Zibo located in the Shandong province in China. The new Waste to Energy power boiler plant will supply electricity for the national grid. The order was included in Valmet's second quarter 2016 orders received. The value of the order is not disclosed. Zibo Green Energy's investment into efficient Waste to Energy solution

TravelPass and Cape Air team up on subscription travel

Press Release 19 September 2016 US-based Cape Air will be the first North American carrier to offer fully flexible subscription travel to its customers following the signing of a four-year contract with digital subscription service provider TravelPass in August. Known for outstanding customer service, Cape Air chose TravelPass to replace their current paper-based ticket book system, not only to strengthen revenue management, but also to automate and digitize booking processes and open up for a higher degree of personal customization for a demanding clientele. “We are always

Cherry acquires Betman

Cherry has agreed to acquire the casino agreements, casino staff and equipment from Betman AB as of October 1 2016.  Betman operates restaurant casino in 15 venues with 27 gaming tables in Stockholm, Sälen and Visby.The acquisition is expected to contribute MSEK 11.0 in revenue and a positive EBITDA of MSEK 2.0. The purchase price, which includes the maximum additional purchase price, amounts to MSEK 3.9. The deal is expected to generate ROI in less than two years. MSEK 2.3 is paid in cash on acquisition and the additional purchase price will be paid during quarter 3 2017. Cherry’s

Q-FREE – MINUTES EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING 19 SEPTEMBER 2016

An Extraordinary General Meeting in Q-Free ASA was held on 19 September 2016 at Hotel Continental in Oslo, Norway.All proposals on the agenda were adopted in accordance with the notice that was published on the Oslo Stock Exchange on 18 August 2016. The complete minutes and the presentation given by the President & CEO Håkon Volldal, are attached to this release and are available on www.q-free.com. This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5 -12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. About Q-Free Q-Free is a leading global supplier of

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