LONDON: Diploma PLC, the international value-add distribution group, has acquired PAR Group (PAR) for ca. £38 million. PAR Group is a UK-based, family-owned supplier of specialist seals and gaskets into a broad range of end markets. Its value-add customer proposition has driven a track record of excellent growth at strong margins. It will form part…
Graft Polymer (UK) appoints Anthony Tennyson as Chief Executive Officer
LONDON: Graft Polymer (UK) Plc (LSE: GPL) announced the appointment of Anthony Tennyson as Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Victor Bolduev has stepped down as CEO but will remain on the Board of the Company as Chief Technology Officer. Mr. Tennyson will lead a comprehensive review of the Company’s operations, with…
Kristoffer Andersson appointed Chief Executive Officer of Ironveld Plc
LONDON: Ironveld plc, the owner of a High Purity Iron (HPI), Vanadium and Titanium project located on the Northern Limb of the Bushveld Complex in Limpopo Province, South Africa announced the appointment of Kristoffer Andersson as Chief Executive Officer. Mr Andersson is a Swedish Economist with international executive level experience in both publicly quoted and…
Evolution Mining appoints Matthew O’Neill as Chief Operating Officer
SYDNEY: Evolution Mining Limited (ASX:EVN) has announced the appointment of industry veteran Mr. Matthew O’Neill as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr. O’Neill is set to take charge of all operational aspects of Evolution starting from 1 June 2024. Bringing over two decades of experience in base metals and gold, Mr. O’Neill’s expertise is…
IXUP Limited appoints Alastair Watson as new CEO
SYDNEY: IXUP Limited (ASX: IXU) has announced the appointment of Alastair Watson as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from June 1, 2024. Alastair Watson, a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in scaling SaaS-based businesses, brings a wealth of knowledge from various stages of business development, from startups to mature operations. Watson’s…
BarkleyOKRP acquires Adlucent
BarkleyOKRP, a leading independent marketing firm in the U.S., has announced the acquisition of Adlucent from Advantage Solutions. Adlucent, a performance media and marketing technology company based in Austin, Texas, is known for its work with notable brands such as Zappos and The Vitamin Shoppe. This marks BarkleyOKRP’s first acquisition since the merger of Barkley…
Baselayer has raised $6.5 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round
Baselayer, a B2B platform specializing in proprietary Graph AI technology, has raised $6.5 million seed funding. The company, which boasts a seasoned team of compliance and machine learning experts, has made a remarkable entry by securing nearly 30 customers within six months, including Rho and a leading loan infrastructure system, thereby extending its potential reach…
WTWH Media has acquired CFE Media
WTWH Media has announced the acquisition of CFE Media, a prominent company known for its focus on engineering content across various sectors including manufacturing, operational technology, and industrial automation. This move comes on the heels of WTWH Media’s recent acquisition of Engineering.com, further solidifying its commitment to providing comprehensive coverage and resources for technical engineers…
Graphics Card Password Cracking: A Cybersecurity Deep Dive
The Powerhouse Behind Your Screen Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge graphics cards that not only elevate your gaming experience to new heights but also fortify your digital defenses? Look no further, as we unveil the multifaceted marvels of modern GPUs. Graphics cards, the heart of visual computing, have transcended beyond…
Vertical Aerospace announces leadership reshuffle
Vertical Aerospace Ltd., a leader in zero-emission aviation, has announced a strategic leadership reshuffle as it approaches the certification and commercialization of its VX4 aircraft. Stuart Simpson, previously the CFO and a veteran executive, steps up as CEO, taking the helm to steer the company through this critical phase. Simpson’s extensive background in technology, automotive,…
Intel 471 acquires Cyborg Security to enhance threat hunting capabilities
To bolster its cyber threat intelligence (CTI) offerings, Intel 471 has announced the acquisition of Cyborg Security, a company renowned for its advanced threat hunting tools and expertise. This strategic acquisition marks a milestone for Intel 471 as it aims to redefine intelligence-led threat hunting, positioning CTI as an essential element for effective and measurable…
Fast Fitness Japan acquires Eighty-8 Health & Fitness GmbH
TOKYO: Fast Fitness Japan Inc., the master franchisee of Anytime Fitness clubs in Japan, has expanded its global footprint by acquiring Eighty-8 Health & Fitness, GmbH. This strategic move grants Fast Fitness Japan the master franchisee rights for Anytime Fitness in Germany, with Eighty-8 continuing operations as a subsidiary. The expansion is bolstered by the…