LONDON, UK: Haleon plc, a global leader in consumer health, has entered into a binding agreement for the sale of the ChapStick brand to Suave Brands Company, a portfolio company of Yellow Wood Partners. Under the terms of the transaction, Haleon will receive pre-tax cash proceeds of approximately $430 million, as well as a passive…
SkinBioTherapeutics acquires Dermatonics Limited for £2.93 million
LONDON, UK: SkinBioTherapeutics plc (AIM: SBTX) has entered into an agreement to acquire the issued share capital of Dermatonics Limited, a specialist in innovative topical and dermatological products in the skincare/woundcare space. The initial consideration is £1.68 million plus £1.25 million earn-out over three years, in a cash-free and debt-free acquisition. Completion will take place…
Bending Spoons has acquired Meetup
Italian technology company Bending Spoons has completed its acquisition of Meetup, the US-based platform that connects people with common interests. Meetup has over 60 million members worldwide who join groups and events based on their passions. Bending Spoons, which owns popular apps such as Remini, Splice, and Evernote, plans to use its proprietary technologies and…
FleetPartners Group reports strong EPS growth and reaffirms FY24 outlook
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: FleetPartners Group Limited (ASX:FPR), a leading provider of fleet management and leasing solutions, has announced its first quarter results for FY24 and reiterated its full year guidance. The Group’s CEO and MD, Damien Berrell, said the company has a clear vision for creating sustainable shareholder value, based on four key drivers: revenue growth,…
Tennant Minerals appoints Vincent Algar as new CEO
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Tennant Minerals Ltd, a copper-gold exploration company, has announced the appointment of Vincent Algar as its new Chief Executive Officer. Vincent Algar is a veteran geologist and former Managing Director of Australian Vanadium Ltd, where he raised over $62 million and led a major vanadium project to feasibility. Algar will leverage his technical…
Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure appoints Michael Riches new CEO
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited (DBI), a leading coal export terminal operator, has announced the appointment of Mr Michael Riches as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective on 4 March 2024. Mr Riches has extensive experience in infrastructure, regulatory and operational roles across various industries in Australia. He was previously the CEO of Axicom,…
Janelle Campbell appointed as CEO of The Star Sydney
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: The Star Entertainment Group Limited has announced the appointment of Janelle Campbell as the new Chief Executive Officer of The Star Sydney, subject to regulatory approvals. Ms Campbell is a veteran casino executive with over 20 years of experience in the industry, including senior roles at Conrad Treasury, Conrad Jupiters, Treasury Casinos and…
PTC and Columbia Business School Launch Leadership Program for Executives
The Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing digital infrastructure, telecommunications and ICT, has teamed up with Columbia Business School Executive Education (CBSEE) to create the Top Talent Leadership Development Program. This program, which will start at PTC’25, is designed to equip executives with the skills and insights they need to thrive…
SingleStore launches Pro Max, a real-time data platform for AI
SingleStore, a database company that enables data transactions, analysis and contextualization, today unveiled its latest product, SingleStore Pro Max, which claims to be the only real-time data platform in the industry. The new product offers features such as indexed vector search, an on-demand compute service for GPUs/ CPUs and a new free shared tier, among…
Maximus appoints new leaders for federal growth
Maximus (NYSE: MMS), a global provider of government services, has announced a new leadership team for its federal growth strategy. The company has reorganized its federal business into three verticals: Civilian, Health, and Defense. Each vertical will be led by an Executive Managing Director (EMD) with extensive experience in the government contracting market. The new…
OnePlus 12 and 12R: Flagship phones for less
OnePlus is known for making flagship phones at affordable prices, and the latest OnePlus 12 and 12R are no exception. These phones were launched in December, but they are finally coming to the US and Canada in February. Here’s what you need to know about them. OnePlus Fold rumored to feature massive 7.8-inch display and…
Samsung launches the 990 EVO SSD with PCIe 5.0 support
Samsung has just unveiled its latest solid state drive (SSD) for mainstream consumers, the 990 EVO. This is the first new mid-range SSD from the company since 2019, when it released the 970 EVO Plus. The 990 EVO boasts impressive speeds, power efficiency, and compatibility with the upcoming PCIe 5.0 standard. What are the specs…