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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.


Emma Gray resigns from ANZ after five years

ANZ has announced the resignation of Emma Gray, Group Executive Data and Automation.


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.


Center for Strategic & International Studies panel on electric vehicles: 'The genie is out of the bottle'

Electric vehicles are charging ahead, and the market may have already passed the tipping point or is closing in on it with China out in front, according to a Washington-based think tank.


Unilever shareholder sues over ‘losses and damages’ caused by Ben & Jerry's Israel boycott

Unilever Plc is facing a lawsuit filed by a U.S. shareholder accusing the company of mishandling Ben & Jerry's product sale termination in Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories, Reuters reported.


Hughes: 'We are thrilled to welcome Marwan to TrailRunner International'

TrailRunner International has appointed Dubai-based executive, Marwan Abedin as senior advisor to further leverage the company’s operations in Middle East North Africa.


Lamb: 'Expanding our biotherapeutics pipeline is a key strategic priority'

Exelixis, Inc. has entered an option and license agreement with BioInvent International AB to identify and develop novel antibodies for use in IO therapeutics, according to a press release.


Lam on sriracha shortage: 'It’s been happening since last year and this year is a lot worse'

Huy Fong Foods has confirmed the cause of its product shortage to be severe drought conditions affecting chili pepper fields across the Central Valley of California and in central and eastern New Mexico, Yahoo! News reported.


Reuters report: 'Analysts remain concerned that the country could have ongoing problems delivering oil'

The United States recently rebounded from previous losses after imposing sanctions on Iran. Energy markets now remain concerned about price increases resulting from scarce supply, Reuters reported.


BCG Digital Ventures managing director: 'Africa presents numerous opportunities for digital innovators to use AI and other emerging technologies'

Boston Consulting Group’s business-building division, BCG Digital Ventures (BCGDV), recently opened two new innovation centers in New Delhi, Mumbai and Casablanca to contribute to the development of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and startup creation, a press release reported.


Downes: 'We’re eager and excited to have a physical presence in the UK'

Vagaro, based in Dublin, California, is celebrating the opening of its new office in Stevenage, England, according to a press release.


Park on Prime Video Channels launching Korean content: 'We are excited to offer Korea’s fresh storytelling'

Prime Video Channels, based in California, has entered a partnership with the three leading Korean broadcasters KBS, MBC and SBS, along with SK Telecom to launch KOCOWA’s premium entertainment programs in the U.S. The debut was made this week, a press release reported.


Jordan: 'PCI will provide a critical function in the supply chain, by directly purchasing lenzilumab for further distribution in the UK'

Humanigen, Inc., based in New Jersey, recently partnered with PCI Pharma Services to offer importation, release and commercialization solutions in the UK for the humanized monoclonal antibody, lenzilumab, according to a press release.


Ashman CEO: 'Our banking license is an important first step in realizing our ambitions to support SME borrowers and personal savers'

Ashman has obtained its UK banking license. The approval grants the banking establishment permission to trade with restrictions imposed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), a press release reported.


Mookerji: 'Gen Z is shaping the future of consumer trends'

Knit, based in Texas, has raised $3.55 million to improve market insights related to Generation Z and Millennial consumers, according to a press release.


Capillary Technologies vice president: 'We are delighted to be a partner in METRO’s loyalty transformation'

METRO has entered a long-term partnership with B2B SaaS platform Capillary Technologies to develop a multi-country B2B loyalty program in 24 countries across Europe. The landmark deal is the first of its kind to be launched by Capillary in the European market, a press release reported.