SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: EBOS Group Limited announced the appointment of Julie Dillon as its new CEO Animal Care with effect from 1 November 2021. Ms Dillon joins EBOS following more than 25 years with Colgate-Palmolive where she gained broad experience as a leader across general management, brand marketing, digital, strategy and innovation. After an extensive career…
Acquisition of Westpac PNG and Westpac Fiji not to proceed
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Kina Securities Limited and Westpac Banking Corporation have mutually agreed to terminate the agreements for the purchase by Kina Bank of Westpac’s Pacific businesses, comprising Westpac Fiji and Westpac’s 89.91% stake in Westpac Bank PNG Limited. Completion of the acquisition was subject to various regulatory approvals and the termination follows last week’s decision…
JCDecaux wins iconic Sydney Trains advertising contract
PARIS, FRANCE: JCDecaux SA announced the Sydney Trains appointed the company as its main advertising partner across the concourses and platforms of train stations for a term of up to 10 years. The contract win also represents the largest individual roadside Large Format contract in New South Wales (NSW) and delivers unparalleled Digital Large Format…
Buchanan Technologies buys Cybernoor to expand managed IT solutions
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO: Buchanan Technologies, a leading managed IT solutions firm, has acquired Cybernoor, an expert in Oracle application performance management solutions. Founded in 2007, Cybernoor is a top global provider of Oracle platform solutions and serves customers with some of the largest Oracle implementations in the world. Cybernoor has been recognized by Oracle Corporation as…
Arcadis to achieve Net Zero by 2035
AMSTERDAM: Arcadis announced the commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions (Net Zero) in 2035 within its global operations. The step is part of the ambition the company set out last year in its three-year strategy to build on Arcadis’ pioneering heritage and maximize its impact by reinforcing sustainability at the heart of client…
Hans Dieltjens appointed President & CEO of TI Fluid Systems
AUBURN HILLS, MICHIGAN, USA: TI Fluid Systems (TIFS), a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has announced three executive level appointments as Hans Dieltjens assumes the role of President and Chief Executive Officer on 1 October 2021. Hans will succeed William L. Kozyra, who will retire on 1 October 2021 and step down…
Emiratesis launching new technical solution for cargo shipments
DUBAI, UAE: Emirates SkyCargo is launching a new technical solution for its customers that will enhance user experience and the efficiency of the booking process for cargo shipments. Working with WiseTech Global, a leading provider of software solutions to the logistics industry, Emirates SkyCargo will be providing direct access to its flights and inventory for…
Precise Biometrics CEO Stefan K. Persson stepping down
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN: Precise Biometrics’ CEO, Stefan K. Persson, has announced that he has decided to leave his position for new challenges outside the company. Precise Biometrics will immediately initiate the recruitment process of a new CEO, a news release said. “I want to thank Stefan for his efforts as he has implemented important changes that…
DGL acquires chemical manufacturer, Aquapac
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND: DGL Group Limited has announced the strategic acquisition of Aquapac Pty Ltd, specialty chemical manufacturer, for $8 million. DGL Group is a specialist chemicals business that manufactures, transports, stores and processes chemicals and hazardous waste. Aquapac is a well-known and widely respected water solutions company which formulates, trials and provides technical support…
Alstom and Plastic Omnium to design hydrogen storage for railway
PARIS, FRANCE: Alstom and Plastic Omnium have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of high-end hydrogen storage systems for the railway sector. Alstom and Plastic Omnium will cooperate and combine their complementary know-how and capabilities in their respective domains. A dedicated team has been set up to manage the technical…
Pernod Ricard agrees to buy The Whisky Exchange
PARIS, FRANCE: Pernod Ricard has signed an agreement for the acquisition of The Whisky Exchange, a leading spirits online and physical retailer and a reference for global whisky and fine spirits lovers, a news release said. Since its creation by Sukhinder and Rajbir Singh in 1999, The Whisky Exchange, based in the UK, has become…
Workspace Group disposes vacant property for £92 million
LONDON, UK: Workspace Group announced the exchange of contracts for the disposal of 13-17 Fitzroy Street in Fitzrovia, for a total of £92 million. The sale of the vacant property is at a discount of 3.2% to the 31 March 2021 valuation and a capital value of £993 per sq. ft. The property currently provides…