LONDON, UK: Grafintec Oy has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Qingdao Hensen Graphite Ltd, that includes an agreed framework and key terms on which both companies are collaborating with regards to establishing an anode materials hub in Vaasa, Finland. Hensen Formed in 1985, Hensen has been operating in the graphite industry for…
SuperSeed Fund leads $3.4mn investment round into Garvis AI Ltd
LONDON, UK: SuperSeed Capital, a company established as a Venture Capital fund of funds for early-stage technology investing, announced its primary holding, SuperSeed Fund II, has led an investment round into Garvis AI Ltd, the bionic demand forecasting startup aiming to radically transform enterprise supply chain management. Garvis uses AI to rapidly respond to global…
CML Microsystems plans new state of the art business hub at Oval Park
LONDON, UK: CML Microsystems Plc, which develops mixed-signal, RF and microwave semiconductors for global communications markets, announced plans to create significant and sustainable employment opportunities at its current 29-acre site located at Oval Park, Maldon. On 5 July 2022, the Company announced in its final results that its Oval Park site is designated employment land…
Former Investing.com executive Itay Gissin joins Apester Limited as CEO
LONDON, UK: Sivota Plc, the London listed investment vehicle focused on later-stage, Israeli technology companies, announced the appointment of Itay Gissin as Chief Executive Officer at its subsidiary – Apester Limited. On 13 May the Sivota completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Apester Limited, an Israeli incorporated business which operates an innovative digital…
TotalEnergies obtains 9.37% in QatarEnergy’s North Field South LNG project
PARIS, FRANCE: Following its selection as the first partner for the 32 million ton per annum (Mtpa) North Field East (NFE) liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, TotalEnergies has again been selected as the first international partner in the 16 Mtpa North Field South (NFS) LNG project. TotalEnergies will obtain a 9.375% participating interest in the…
Tetra Tech will acquire RPS Group at approximately £636 million
LONDON, UK: Tetra Tech will acquire the entire issued and to be issued share capital of RPS Group plc at the rate of 222 pence in cash for each RPS share. The acquisition values the entire issued and to be issued share capital of RPS at approximately £636 million. The boards of Tetra Tech Inc.,…
David Hynam appointed Chief Executive of LV=
LONDON, UK: Liverpool Victoria Financial Services Limited (LV=), the insurance, investment and retirement specialist, has announced the appointment of David Hynam as its incoming chief executive, subject to regulatory approval. David brings to LV= extensive executive experience in the UK insurance sector, including as chief executive officer of Bupa’s UK and Global markets, UK CEO of…
Kingswood proposes to acquire 70% of Moloney Investments (MMPI) for EUR 25.8mn
LONDON, UK: Kingswood Holdings Limited (AIM: KWG) announced the proposed strategic acquisition of Moloney Investments Ltd (MMPI), a leading financial advice firm based in Dublin, Ireland. David Lawrence, Kingswood Group CEO, commented: “I am delighted to announce our acquisition of MMPI, Kingswood’s seventh acquisition of the year and a highly strategic investment for the Group….
Bella Dispensa to acquire Ecocarni, a purveyor of premium quality meats
LONDON, UK: Bella Dispensa, the online retailer of premium Italian groceries, has agreed to acquire the entire issued share capital of Ecocarni, a purveyor of premium quality meats and associated products sourced from Italy and Argentina to both wholesale and retail customers, from its flagship store in Milan. The total consideration for the acquisition is…
Scatec ASA reshuffles executive management team
OSLO, NORWAY: Scatec ASA, a leading renewable energy company, is implementing changes to the Executive Management team to position Scatec for increased growth and to further strengthen the company’s organisation. Renewable energy is more critical than ever. Scatec sees vast opportunities in its key markets to further accelerate the green transition and continue to deliver…
Charging an Electric Car — What Factors Affect the Length of Time?
Electric cars are well-known for being quiet, fuel-efficient, and safe for the environment. There is no need to put in petrol, clean out the fuel pipes, top up the water, or worry about new spark plugs. Owning an electric car can be exciting, but there are a few things to keep in mind if you…
L’Oréal agrees to acquire Skinbetter Science
CLICHY, FRANCE: L’Oréal has signed an agreement to acquire Skinbetter Science. Skinbetter Science, a physician-dispensed American skincare brand backed by cutting-edge, dermatological science, combining patented efficacious ingredients with luxurious sensorial textures, was co-founded in 2016 by pharmaceutical industry professionals, Jonah Shacknai, Justin Smith and Seth Rodner, and has since become one of the fastest growing…