Bruker Corporation, a leading provider of scientific instruments and solutions, has announced the acquisition of Spectral Instruments Imaging LLC (SII), a pioneer in preclinical in-vivo optical imaging systems. The deal will enhance Bruker’s portfolio of preclinical solutions for disease research, adding SII’s advanced bioluminescence, fluorescence, and X-ray imaging technologies. SII, founded in 2009 in Tucson,…
Andrew Irvine to lead National Australia Bank as new CEO
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: National Australia Bank (NAB) has announced that Andrew Irvine will take over as its Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director from 2 April 2024. He will replace Ross McEwan, who will retire after more than four years at the helm of the bank. Mr Irvine, who joined NAB in 2020 as Group…
Reading Truck acquires General Truck Body, expands nationwide presence
Reading Truck Group, LLC, a leading manufacturer and distributor of work truck bodies and equipment, announced on Wednesday that it has acquired General Truck Body, a south-central manufacturer and upfitter of work truck bodies, equipment and custom engineered trucks. General Truck Body, a fourth-generation family-owned business, has been a Reading distributor for over 20 years…
Manawa Energy appoints Clayton Delmarter as Chief Executive
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Manawa Energy announced that Mr Clayton Delmarter has been appointed to the permanent role of Chief Executive, effective immediately. Manawa Energy Chair, Deion Campbell said: “the board undertook a lengthy, independent and international search for the right person to lead the company. Clayton was the standout candidate from this process, with the depth…
Sterling Specialty Chemicals acquires Kemira’s Energy division for $280 million
Sterling Specialty Chemicals, a subsidiary of Artek US and part of the Praana Group, has announced the acquisition of Kemira’s Energy division for approximately $280 million. The deal will create a global specialty chemicals business with a focus on water, energy, and sustainability solutions. The acquired division will be integrated with Sterling Specialty Chemicals, which…
Rain secures $300 million from Clear Haven Capital Management
Rain, a platform that allows employees to access their earned wages in real-time, announced today that it has secured $300 million in financing from Clear Haven Capital Management. The new funding will help Rain scale its offering to more employers and employees, who can benefit from greater financial control and well-being. Rain’s platform enables employees…
OptConnect acquires M2M DataGlobal to expand IoT services in the Americas
OptConnect, a leading provider of managed wireless services, announced today that it has acquired M2M DataGlobal, one of the largest and most professional IoT organizations in Latin America. The acquisition will enhance OptConnect’s ability to offer reliable and scalable wireless connectivity solutions to customers in various industries and regions across North and South America. M2M…
Fertility Centers of New England acquires Fertility Solutions, expands network
Fertility Centers of New England (FCNE), a First Fertility Center of Excellence, has announced the acquisition of Fertility Solutions, a Massachusetts-based fertility center with offices in Rhode Island. The deal adds six new locations and four experienced physicians to Fertility Centers of New England, one of the largest fertility networks in the United States. Cara…
Gateway Cycles changes hands after 20 years of success
A prominent powersports dealership in Mount Sterling, KY, has been sold to a new owner after more than two decades of growth and excellence. Gateway Cycles, which offers a range of top industry brands such as Kawasaki, Suzuki, CFMOTO, SSR-QJMOTOR, Moto Guzzi, and Kayo, was acquired by Derek Harmon, a multi-location powersports and outdoor equipment…
Snapchat to slash 530 jobs amid tech sector turmoil
Snap Inc, the parent company of Snapchat, has announced it will lay off 10% of its workforce, or about 530 employees, in the first quarter of 2024. The move comes as the social media giant faces increasing competition and regulatory pressure in the tech sector. The company did not disclose which offices or regions would…
Korean semiconductors make waves in the U.S. market
The term “K-Semiconductor” has been coined to describe the dynamic and influential business activities of Korean semiconductor companies in the global arena. One of the most notable examples of this is the recent establishment of a new foundry by Samsung Semiconductor in Texas, which covers an area of five million ㎡ and will produce high-tech…
Nintendo Switch: The Ultimate Guide for Gamers
Are you looking for a new gaming console that can offer you the best of both worlds? Do you want to play your favorite games on the big screen or on the go? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be interested in the Nintendo Switch, the latest innovation from…