LONDON, UK: Flutter Entertainment Group has appointed Amy Howe as CEO of FanDuel. Amy joined FanDuel in February 2021 as President with responsibility for leading the company’s core commercial functions across its Sportsbook, Casino, Racing, and Daily Fantasy businesses. She was appointed Interim CEO in July. Prior to joining FanDuel, Amy Howe was Global Chief…
Segun Ogunsanya begins new role as CEO
LAGOS: Airtel Africa plc, a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, with a presence in 14 countries across Africa, announces that further to the Company’s appointment of Olusegun “Segun” Ogunsanya, as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Segun has begun his new role as at 1 October 2021 and joined the Board of…
Marlowe acquires VinciWorks and Hydro-X for £84 million
LONDON, UK: Marlowe plc announced two acquisitions across its Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC) and Testing, Inspection & Certification (TIC) divisions for a combined consideration of up to £84 million, a bourse filing said. Consistent with its clearly defined strategy focused on regulated compliance service and software sectors, Marlowe is significantly advancing its Digital offering by acquiring…
Yooma Wellness acquires Japanese wellness business for $12mn
LONDON, UK: Yooma Wellness Inc. has completed the acquisition of Tokyo-based Vertex Co. Ltd. The transaction is valued at US$12million and was completed after market close on Friday, October 1. Vertex sells a range of proprietary wellness products in Japan through various home shopping networks; including QVC, Fuji TV, Nihon TV and others; as well…
Great Southern Copper plans IPO on London Stock Exchange
LONDON, UK: Great Southern Copper (GSC), the company focused on copper-gold exploration in Chile, announced its intention to float its ordinary shares on the main market of the London Stock Exchange. SI Capital Limited is acting as Financial Adviser and Broker to the Company in relation to Admission. The Company is seeking Admission with the…
John McKinstry appointed CEO of Catalyst Metals Limited
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Catalyst Metals Limited announced that Mr John McKinstry, who commenced with the Company as General Manager Technical Services and Development in early September 2021, will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Mr McKinstry holds a Bachelor of Engineering from University of Queensland and a Graduate Certificate in Business Administration from…
CGG completes $95mn sale of Geo Software Business
PARIS, FRANCE: CGG S.A. announced Monday the completion of the previously announced sale of CGG’s Geo Software business to Topicus.com Inc. and Vela Software for the total cash consideration of US$95 million. This transaction was effective October 1, 2021. CGG (www.cgg.com) is a global geoscience technology leader. Employing around 3,700 people worldwide, CGG provides a…
Chief Executive of Energy Resources of Australia resigns
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Paul Arnold has resigned as Chief Executive and Managing Director of Energy Resources of Australia Ltd (ERA). He will be taking a period of leave for personal reasons, following which he will return to Rio Tinto to assume a new role. Recruitment for a replacement will commence immediately. In the meantime the ERA…
Hexagon Agility receives orders for RNG/CNG trucks
OSLO, NORWAY: Hexagon Agility, a business of Hexagon Composites, signed a master services agreement in June 2020 with a global logistics customer to deliver renewable natural gas (RNG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems for medium and heavy-duty trucks. Hexagon Agility received its tenth set of orders under this agreement, representing an estimated value…
Big River to pay $10.5mn for United Building Products
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Big River Industries Ltd has entered into an agreement to acquire the trading business and assets of United Building Products located in the growth region of Wollongong in the NSW Illawarra. The acquisition is subject to customary conditions precedent, which the Company expects willbe met in the ordinary course, and is expected to…
Infratil & Auckland Radiology to form diagnostic imaging business
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND: Infratil Limited and Pacific Radiology Group have executed a conditional agreement to partner with Auckland Radiology Group, creating a national diagnostic imaging business. Auckland Radiology is the largest private radiology provider in Auckland, operating 15 strategically located clinics in the greater Auckland area, and employing 32 radiologists. Infratil will own at least…
Carrie Hurihanganui appointed CEO of Auckland Airport
AUCKLAND: The Auckland Airport Board has appointed Carrie Hurihanganui as the company’s new Chief Executive. Auckland Airport Chair Patrick Strange said: “I am delighted to announce the appointment of Carrie Hurihanganui as Chief Executive. She is a highly regarded leader in aviation who joins Auckland Airport following one of the most challenging times in its…