LONDON: Vodafone and Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced a new, far-reaching 10-year strategic partnership that leverages their respective strengths in offering scaled digital platforms to more than 300 million businesses, public sector organisations, and consumers across Europe and Africa. Through the partnership, the companies will collaborate to transform Vodafone’s customer experience using Microsoft’s generative AI,…
Oakley Capital Investments agrees to acquire Steer Automotive Group
LONDON, UK: Oakley Capital Investments Limited (OCI) announced that Oakley Capital Fund V2 (Fund V) has agreed to acquire Steer Automotive Group, the UK’s leading B2B automotive services platform. OCI’s indirect contribution via Fund V is expected to be up to £90 million. Steer Automotive Group is the UK’s largest and fastest-growing independent collision repair…
Ingenia Communities appoints John Carfi as new CEO
SYDNEY: Ingenia Communities Group (ASX: INA), a leading owner and operator of lifestyle and holiday communities in Australia, has announced the appointment of Mr John Carfi as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1 April 2024. Mr Carfi has over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, having held senior roles at…
Adherium Limited CEO Rick Legleiter resigns
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA: Adherium Limited (ASX:ADR) notified that Rick Legleiter has tendered his resignation as Chief Executive Officer, and has provided six months’ notice to enable a smooth transition to new leadership. Mr Legleiter joined the business in May 2021 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since that time, he has led successful regulatory filings,…
Echo IQ Limited appointments Kimber Rothwell as Chief Executive Officer
SYDNEY: AI and Medical Technology company Echo IQ Limited announced the appointment of Mr. Kimber Rothwell as Chief Executive Officer, effective 29 January 2024. Kimber joins Echo IQ with an extensive background in healthcare technology. Most recently he was Vice-President Asia Pacific at Change Healthcare, part of the United Healthcare group of companies (NYSE:UNH) which…
5G Networks acquires Security Shift for $4m
SYDNEY: 5G Networks Limited (5GN), a leading provider of cloud and network services, has announced the acquisition of Security Shift Pty Ltd, a cyber security and IT engineering company, for $4 million. The deal will be funded from 5GN’s cash reserves and shares, and will enhance 5GN’s capabilities in delivering secure and compliant solutions to…
Athens Airport to sell 30% stake in February IPO
Athens International Airport, the largest airport in Greece, announced on Monday that it will sell a 30% stake in the company through an initial public offering (IPO) on the Athens Stock Exchange in February, pending regulatory approvals. The airport confirmed a Reuters report that revealed the plan last week. The IPO will also involve separate…
Atos appoints Paul Saleh as new CEO, reshapes management team
PARIS: Atos, a global leader in digital transformation, has announced a major reshuffle of its top management and board. Paul Saleh, the former Group CFO, has been named the new CEO, replacing Yves Bernaert who stepped down after leading a period of transformation. Jacques-François de Prest, a veteran of the telecom industry, has been hired…
BOGART acquires Rose et Marius
PARIS, FRANCE: BOGART, specialised in the creation, manufacture and marketing of luxury perfumes and cosmetics, announced the acquisition of the “Rose et Marius”, House of Haute Parfumerie and Art of living in Aix en Provence. Created in 2012 and awarded the “Artisans d’Art” label in 2017, Rose et Marius offers original and refined fragrance creations…
Brazilian Critical Minerals CEO Andre Douchane retires
SYDNEY: Brazilian Critical Minerals Limited (ASX: BCM) informed that Mr. Andre Douchane has retired from his position as CEO of BCM. Andre has been at the helm of BBX and now BCM since October 2019. Chairman Ken Kluksdahl noted, “we wish to thank Andre for his significant contributions towards advancing both the PGM and REE…
Global Uranium and Enrichment Limited sells 80% interest in the Lake Johnston Project
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Global Uranium and Enrichment Limited (ASX:GUE) has entered into a binding agreement to dispose 80% of its interest in the Lake Johnston Project (E63/2039) to lntra Energy Corporation Limited (ASX: IEC). The total consideration under the Sale Agreement is up to $2.125 million which includes a cash consideration of $175,000 and the issue…
Simon Theobald appointed Chief Executive Officer of Ten Sixty Four Limited
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Ten Sixty Four Limited (X64) announced that Mr Simon Theobald has been appointed as the company’s Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to a Consultancy Agreement for Executive Services, executed this morning. Mr Theobald is a Chartered Accountant with 25 years’ experience, most recently as a Managing Director in PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Deals team. He has a…