News from June 2022


National Theatre School Director: 'Having a program like DramaFest in schools across Canada is indispensable to education'

The National Theatre School of Canada (NTS) recently announced that it has entered into a partnership with Scotiabank to strengthen its historic DramaFest program.



Koneru: 'We’re extremely glad to have a relationship and collaborate with Corpay'

Fleetcor brand, Corpay has entered a partnership with Triterras Inc.


Female Norwegian footballer: 'I’ve had to challenge male standards just by being a football player'

In a “She Moves Us” video hosted by PUMA, Ingrid Engen, a player on the Norwegian National Football Team, acknowledged that she has had to face many challenges as a female professional football player.


ExxonMobil affiliates finalize sale of XTO Energy Canada to 'complete the marketing effort announced in January'

ExxonMobil’s Canadian affiliates, Imperial and ExxonMobil Canada, have teamed up to secure and finalize the sale of XTO Energy Canada, a joint venture between both parties.


Robinson: 'Collaborating with Andersen Global enables us to continue to work seamlessly with clients'

Andersen Global has established its footprint in New Zealand with the addition of two new Auckland-based firms: Turner Hopkins, and tax and advisory firm Bellingham Wallace, a press release reported.


Musgrave on companies leaving Russia: 'What was a trickle is becoming a torrent'

Cisco Systems and Nike are now amongst hundreds of companies who have confirmed plans to fully exit Russia, a recent Reuters report reveals.


Chen of Texhong Renze: 'We’re proud of our traceability program'

Officials from the cotton sector recently paid a visit to the Texhong Renze's Vietnam factory.


JetBlue CEO: 'JetBlue is adding more flights across the North Atlantic'

JetBlue unveiled the goals it has set for its growing low-fare London service, including the addition of new permanent slots at Heathrow, and a new Gatwick departure from New York, as well as improving its overall customer service.


Insightsoftware general manager on new sales director: 'We’re thrilled to welcome Keith to the family'

Insightsoftware recently named Keith Payne sales director of its Asia Pacific operations, a press release reported.


Lidefelt: 'The addition of ACURA to the HID family is another important milestone in our journey'

HID Global recently acquired Brazilian manufacturer and reseller of RFID hardware, ACURA.


Wijngaarde: 'We help clients discover the world’s most promising companies through predictive intelligence'

Affinity partners with Dealroom.co to enhance the usage of intelligence data used by business dealmakers across the globe, according to a press release.


Sharif: 'We will provide comprehensive coverage that brings substantial value to our client’s business operations'

Andersen Global has brought in Ramallah-based law firm Sharp and Beyond to adopt its brand.


Ukrainian ambassador: It’s ‘an illusion’ to think territorial surrender to Russia would result in peace

The Ukrainian ambassador to the U.S. told Fox News Digital that she feels “no pressure from allies” regarding Russian peace talks, even as some experts suggest territorial concessions.


Targus director: 'We are proud to hold our ranking as the No. 1 selling laptop case brand in the U.S. and Canada'

According to a recent NPD report, Targus continues to rank as the top laptop case brand across the U.S. and Canada.


Corpay managing director: 'We’re incredibly excited about our new partnership with PracBiz'

Fleetcor brand, Corpay recently partnered with PracBiz, the Singapore company credited with operating the B2B Digital Supply Chain Platform, PracBiz Exchange, a press release reported.


TDK CEO: 'We are very pleased to present the Mouser team with these awards'

Mouser Electronics, Inc. was recognized by TDK with a Global Best Performance Award for the fiscal year of 2022.


Woods: 'We are collaborating with QatarEnergy on North Field East'

ExxonMobil has entered an agreement with QatarEnergy to leverage its North Field East project and increase Qatar’s annual LNG capacity from 77 million to 110 million tons by 2026, a press release reported. The terms of the deal remain confidential.


Stewart on being named SVP: 'I'm looking forward to working with this diverse, experienced and knowledgeable team'

NFP recently hired Canada-based executive John Stewart to serve as senior vice president and surety leader, according to a press release. The appointment was confirmed by managing director, Technical Risk Construction Surety Natural Resources, NFP in Canada, Guy Jolicoeur.


UHRP urges robust enforcement of Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act

The Uyghur Human Rights Project (UHRP) urges the US government to effectively implement the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) as it comes into effect, and governments to pass similar legislation to stop forced labor goods from entering the global market.