Kalmar and Cagliari RoRo Terminal continue collaboration with new order for terminal tractors
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 10:00
Core Insights - Kalmar Corporation has secured an order from Cagliari RoRo Terminal for eight heavy terminal tractors, which will enhance operational efficiency and safety [1][3] - The order is part of Kalmar's Q2 2025 intake, with delivery expected in Q4 2025 [1] - Cagliari RoRo Terminal, established in 2008, is a significant logistics player in the Mediterranean region [2] Company Overview - Kalmar is a global leader in sustainable material handling equipment and services, operating in over 120 countries with approximately 5,200 employees [5] - In 2024, Kalmar reported sales of approximately EUR 1.7 billion [5] Customer Relationship - Cagliari RoRo Terminal has been a loyal customer of Kalmar for several years, valuing the reliability and performance of Kalmar's terminal tractors [4] - The collaboration is supported by Kalmar Italia's local service capabilities, ensuring rapid delivery of parts and maintenance services [4]
First Patient Enrolled in Aclarion's Groundbreaking CLARITY Trial
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 10:00
Core Insights - Aclarion, Inc. has initiated the first patient enrollment in the CLARITY trial, which aims to evaluate the clinical and economic value of its Nociscan platform in spine surgery for chronic low back pain [1][6] Company Overview - Aclarion is a healthcare technology company that utilizes Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS), proprietary signal processing techniques, biomarkers, and augmented intelligence algorithms to enhance clinical treatments [5] - The company is focusing on the chronic low back pain market with Nociscan, the first evidence-supported SaaS platform designed to help physicians differentiate between painful and nonpainful discs in the lumbar spine [5] Trial Details - The CLARITY trial is a prospective, randomized multi-center study that will enroll 300 patients scheduled for surgical treatment of 1- or 2-level discogenic low back pain across multiple high-volume sites in the US [2] - The trial will randomize patients in a 1:1 ratio between surgeons who are blinded and unblinded to the Nociscan results, with the primary endpoint being the change in back pain measured on a 100mm VAS scale at 12 months compared to baseline [2][6] - The first patient was enrolled at the Texas Back Institute, which has a strong history in advancing spine care through clinical trial research [2][6] Market Context - Chronic low back pain is a significant global healthcare issue, affecting approximately 266 million people worldwide with degenerative spine disease and low back pain [3] - Aclarion's Nociscan solution aims to objectively quantify chemical biomarkers associated with disc pain, potentially leading to improved surgical outcomes [3][6]
Zapp EV Reports Financial Results for the Six Months Ended March 31, 2025 and Provides Operational Update
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 10:00
Core Viewpoint - Zapp Electric Vehicles Group Limited has appointed David McIntyre as the new CEO, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and product delivery in the electric vehicle market, particularly focusing on the i300 model [2][5][9]. Management Changes - David McIntyre, previously the COO and CCO, has been appointed as CEO, bringing over 30 years of experience in the luxury automotive industry [2][3]. - The board terminated the founder and former CEO, Swin Chatsuwan, along with other key executives, to facilitate a management change necessary for the company's progress [4][5]. Financial Performance - For the six months ended March 31, 2025, Zapp reported an IFRS net loss of $4.3 million, an improvement from a loss of $5.0 million in the same period in 2024, primarily due to reduced expenses [9][14]. - The operating loss decreased to $2.7 million from $3.1 million year-over-year, attributed to lower professional fees and marketing expenses [9][14]. - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $1.12 million from $1.57 million in the previous year, reflecting ongoing operational challenges [15][16]. Business Developments - Zapp has completed homologation in the EU and UK and plans to start assembling the i300 in the UK while seeking to rebuild its supply chain outside Thailand [9][10]. - The company has appointed two authorized resellers in the UK and Ireland to facilitate product distribution [9]. Product Overview - The i300 is positioned as a high-performance urban electric two-wheeler, designed to combine ease of use with performance, and is part of a broader product suite planned by Zapp [10]. - Zapp aims to provide a direct-to-customer experience, with home delivery and support services for customers [10].
Santech Holdings Announces Unaudited Financial Results for the First Half of Fiscal Year 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 10:00
HONG KONG, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Santech Holdings Ltd. (“Santech” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: STEC) today announced its unaudited financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2025 ended December 31, 2024. Santech is a Cayman Islands holding company operating through its subsidiaries in Hong Kong and United States, primarily focusing on exploring opportunities in consumer technology, consumer healthcare and enterprise technology. First Half of Fiscal Year 2025 Highlights Continuing Operatio ...
Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call Date
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 10:00
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev., June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (NYSE: TPH) announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 before the market opens on Thursday, July 24, 2025. The Company will host a conference call on the same day to discuss the results at 7:00 AM Pacific (10:00 AM Eastern). The call will be hosted by Doug Bauer, Chief Executive Officer, Tom Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer, Glenn Keeler, Chief Financial Officer, and Linda Mamet, E ...
First Quantum Provides Notice of Second Quarter 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 10:00
Core Points - First Quantum Minerals Ltd. will release its second quarter 2025 financial and operating results on July 23, 2025, after the close of the Toronto Stock Exchange [1] - A conference call and webcast to discuss the results will be held on July 24, 2025, at 9:00 am (ET) [1] Conference Call and Webcast Details - Toll-free North America number for the conference call is 1-800-715-9871, and the international number is +1-646-307-1963 with Conference ID 8111752 [2] - A replay of the webcast will be available on the First Quantum website [2] - For further information, contact Bonita To, Director of Investor Relations, at (416) 361-6400 or toll-free at 1 (888) 688-6577 [2]
Agillic approved as ‘SKI’ vendor for the Danish public sector
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 09:16
Group 1 - Agillic A/S has been approved as a SKI vendor under the framework agreement '02.06 standard software', enabling public sector organizations to procure Agillic's marketing automation platform directly [1][2] - SKI is a procurement organization for the Danish public sector aimed at establishing sustainable procurement agreements and enhancing financial maneuverability for public entities [2] - Christian Samsø, CEO of Agillic, expressed pride in being recognized as a trusted provider to the public sector, highlighting that the SKI approval will accelerate access to Agillic's marketing automation platform for new organizations [3] Group 2 - Agillic A/S is a Danish software company that provides a platform for brands to utilize data-driven insights and content for creating, automating, and sending personalized communication to millions [4]
Offentliggørelse af vedtægter - Kapitalforeningen BLS Invest
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 08:46
Group 1 - The company has announced the latest board-approved statutes for the Capital Association BLS Invest [1] - Inquiries regarding this announcement can be directed to the director at the association's manager, Wealth Fund Partners A/S, Lise Bøgelund Jensen, via phone [1] - The announcement includes an attachment with the statutes dated June 20, 2024 [2]
Political polarisation is rising globally and posing new challenges for businesses, according to Willis latest report
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 08:44
Core Insights - The latest Political Risk Index by Willis indicates that rising political polarisation is linked to increased political violence and unpredictable government policies [1][2] Group 1: Affective Polarisation - Affective polarisation is at a historic high globally, with individuals increasingly viewing supporters of opposing political parties as hostile [2] - Countries experiencing violent political conflicts show the highest levels of polarisation, with democracies like the US, Germany, India, Brazil, and Bulgaria seeing the fastest increases [2][4] Group 2: Ideological and Elite Polarisation - The index also examines ideological polarisation, which reflects the extent of agreement on core policy issues, and elite polarisation, which measures how political rivals view each other as legitimate [3] - The US is unique in that it has seen rapid increases in affective, ideological, and elite polarisation over the past 15 years [3] Group 3: Historical Context and Trends - Historical data from over 200 countries shows that surges in polarisation often follow economic crises or corruption scandals, leading to the rise of populist movements and increased political violence [4] - Positive trends have been observed where truth and reconciliation processes, cross-party coalitions, and transparent investigations have led to reductions in political polarisation [4] Group 4: Business Implications - The director of political risk analytics at Willis highlights the correlation between polarisation and political violence, noting that businesses face growing challenges in increasingly polarised societies [5]
Notice of compulsory acquisition and request for delisting
Globenewswire· 2025-06-25 08:01
Group 1 - Nykredit Realkredit A/S has completed a tender offer for Spar Nord Bank A/S, acquiring a total ownership interest of 96.54% of the share capital and associated voting rights [2] - Nykredit has decided to initiate a compulsory acquisition of the remaining shares held by minority shareholders, excluding treasury shares [2][3] - Minority shareholders are requested to transfer their shares to Nykredit within four weeks, with a deadline set for 23 July 2025, at a price of DKK 210.50 per share [3] Group 2 - Following the compulsory acquisition decision, Spar Nord Bank's Board of Directors has resolved to request the delisting of its shares from Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S [5] - If accepted, the delisting will take effect on 23 July 2025, coinciding with the end of the compulsory acquisition period [6]