Abu Dhabi, UAE: Multiply Group, an Abu Dhabi-based investment holding company, has completed its acquisition of a 55% majority stake in Media 247, a leading outdoor advertising firm in the UAE, for AED 225 million. The acquisition price has been adjusted as a result of the Company’s strong financial performance during the first half of…
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WBM Technologies acquires Carlyle Printers to expand in Manitoba
WBM Technologies LP (WBM), a Western Canadian leader in IT solutions, announced today that it has acquired Carlyle Printers Service and Supplies (Carlyle), a leading Manitoba print technology provider. The acquisition will create Manitoba’s largest and most sophisticated managed print support organization, with a team of 95 professionals and a new 15,000 square foot facility…
A Quick Overview of the Importance of Labeling and Packaging in Marketing
In the world of marketing, the power of first impressions cannot be underestimated. Often, the first point of contact between a product and its potential customer is its packaging and labeling. This initial interaction has the ability to make or break a sale, playing a crucial role in consumer decision-making. Therefore, packaging and labeling are…
Fiat currency
A fiat currency is a currency that is not backed by a physical commodity, such as gold or silver. Instead, it is backed by the government that issued it. Fiat currencies are legal tender, which means that they must be accepted as payment for debts. Fiat currencies were first introduced in the 17th century. Prior…
Manufacturing
Manufacturing is the process of converting raw materials into finished goods. It is a complex process that involves many different steps, including: Manufacturing is a critical part of the global economy. It is responsible for creating jobs, driving economic growth, and providing consumers with the products they need. There are many different types of manufacturing,…
Lifecare launches new company to help diabetic pets with its glucose sensor
OSLO, NORWAY: Lifecare, a company that is developing a long-lasting glucose sensor for people with diabetes, is launching a new subsidiary called Lifecare Veterinary. The new company will use the same sensor technology to help animals suffering from diabetes. The sensor, which is the size of a grain of rice, will be implanted in the…
De La Rue appoints new chairman with 40 years of experience
LONDON, UK: De La Rue plc, the British banknote and security printing company, has announced the appointment of Clive Whiley as its new non-executive chairman of the board, effective immediately. Clive Whiley is a veteran business leader with 40 years of experience in various industries and geographies, and has held several governance positions in regulated…
UK’s Card Factory acquires SA Greetings, a South African wholesaler, for £2.5 million
LONDON, UK: Card Factory, the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greeting cards, gifts, and celebration essentials, announced today that it has acquired the entire issued share capital of SA Greetings Corporation (Pty) Ltd and its subsidiaries, which trade as SA Greetings, for £2.5m in cash. SA Greetings is the leading wholesaler of greeting cards and…
Top Custom Plastics Molding Industry Trends to Watch For
The plastic molding industry is an ever-evolving space that requires businesses to stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies to remain competitive. The field has seen impressive advancements over the past few years, with innovative solutions for customized products emerging almost daily. With so many exciting new opportunities for custom plastic molding available, companies…
Innovate UK awards £1.96m grant for mobile recycling system
LONDON, UK: Recyclus Group Ltd, in collaboration with the University of Birmingham (UoB), has been awarded funding of £1.96 million from the UK Government’s Innovate UK, to create a mobile battery recycling system capable of safely handling any type of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. Recyclus will lead the project and design and build a compact prototype…
Agfa to invest in new industrial unit for Zirfon membranes for green hydrogen production
MORTSEL, BELGIUM: Agfa today announced that, given the strong increase in demand, the Board of Directors validated the investment for a new industrial unit for the company’s Zirfon membranes for green hydrogen production, next to further investments in growing the current facility. The unit will be installed in existing buildings at the company’s site in…
The dangers of working in construction
While the COVID-19 pandemic served as a crucial reminder of the importance of overall health and safety practices in the workplace, construction industry workers have always faced a relatively high level of risk when carrying out their everyday jobs. Construction business owners must take the necessary steps to keep their employees safe and ensure that…