Business Wire back issues from Tuesday, April 8:
Teridian Announces General Sample Availability of 78Q8430 10/100 Fast Ethernet Multi-Media Offload Controller for Embedded Applications.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Teridian Semiconductor's 78Q8430 TCP/IP Offload and Classification Features Significantly Enhance IP Video Streaming Quality IRVINE, Calif. -- First graph, first sentence of release dated April 7, 2008 should read: video over IP (sted vide over IP). The corrected ...
Chase Joins Earth Day Network and Green Apple Festival to Celebrate Earth Day from Coast to Coast.
Apr 08, 2008 ... "America's Largest Earth Day Celebration" turns the town green in 8 cities to raise environmental awareness NEW YORK -- Chase has signed on to help eight large U.S. cities enjoy "America's largest Earth Day celebration" with Earth Day Network and the Green Apple Festival. A ...
New Report Analyzes the Ever Changing Market for Mortgage Packages in Australia.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87907) has announced the addition of "Bundling in Retail Banking in Australia" to their offering. Mortgage packages, which combine a mortgage with a credit card and transaction account at the ...
Research and Markets: Study Detailed Aspects of the Oil and Gas Assets of Origin Energy Ltd.(Company overview)(Report)
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87861) has announced the addition of "Origin Energy Ltd Oil and Gas Assets Report" to their offering. Origin Energy Ltd Oil and Gas Assets Report is an essential source for company data and ...
Gain Access to Forecasts for the Dairy Products Market in China to 2012.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87839) has announced the addition of Dairy Products in China 2008: A Market Analysis to their offering. Dairy products are now one of the fastest growing sectors of the market in China. For ...
World's First Integrated Wind Turbines Inaugurated in Bahrain.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Bahrain World Trade Center Leads the Way in Environmental Architecture MANAMA, Bahrain -- The Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC) made history today as its pioneering wind turbines turned together for the first time. The three 29m-diameter turbine blades on Bahrain's iconic ...
East West Bancorp Invites Public to Listen to First Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call/Webcast.
Apr 08, 2008 ... PASADENA, Calif. -- In conjunction with East West Bancorp's (Nasdaq:EWBC) first quarter 2008 earnings announcement, members of the public are invited to listen to the Company's live quarterly earnings conference call on the internet Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 8:30 A.M. PT / 11:30 A.M ....
Phil Mickelson Expected to Debut Callaway Golf's(R) New I-MIX(TM) Technology at Augusta.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Two-Time Masters Champion to Add Innovative Adjustable Club Technology to His Golf Bag at Augusta National CARLSBAD, Calif. -- Phil Mickelson's quest to add a third green jacket to his wardrobe may begin with a groundbreaking change in equipment strategy. During his Tuesday ...
Cuts in Water Deliveries Affecting Jobs, Water Rates.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Ecological Crisis in Delta Leading Many Agencies to Dip Into Reserves SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- With deep cuts in water deliveries ordered this year to help protect a threatened fish species, the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) today said impacts are beginning to ...
Intelli-Check - Mobilisa Awarded $1 Million from U.S. Navy.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Wireless Buoys to be deployed in Puget Sound PORT TOWNSEND, Wash. -- Intelli-Check - Mobilisa, Inc. (AMEX: IDN), a technology company specializing in wireless and identity systems, announced that it has been awarded a $1 million contract to further develop wireless buoys for the ...
CRC Health Reports Operating Results for the Quarter & Year Ended December 31, 2007.(Financial report)
Apr 08, 2008 ... CUPERTINO, Calif. -- CRC Health Corporation ("CRC" or the "Company"), a leading provider of substance abuse treatment and youth treatment services through its wholly owned consolidated subsidiaries, announced its results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2007, reflecting ...
Error on State Tax Form for IRA Income Phase Out Amount.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Californians Encouraged to Check FTB Website for Updates and Corrections to Forms SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) advises taxpayers looking to make an IRA deduction to ensure that they are using the updated state tax forms. The deadline for contributions to a ...
Marani Brands Becomes Publicly Traded Company.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Completes Merger and Begins Trading Under New Stock Symbol: MRIB LOS ANGELES -- Marani Brands Inc. (OTCBB:MRIB) today announced that it completed the next step in building a global company focused on the importation, sale and distribution of ultra-premium spirits and wines by ...
Videoconferencing Makes a Comeback.
Apr 08, 2008 ... SINGAPORE -- The Asia-Pacific videoconferencing endpoints market recovered strongly from an anemic performance in 2005, turning in robust growth over the last two years. Revenues grew 20.3 percent and 17.6 percent in 2006 and 2007 respectively, driven by stronger capital expenditure in IT ...
Delta Introduces New Energy-saving High Brightness LED Lamp at Light+Building 2008 Exhibition, Frankfurt.
Apr 08, 2008 ... TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Delta Electronics, Inc. announced it has developed an advanced, energy-saving High Brightness 5W/9W/12W LED Lamp, and will demonstrate the new lamp at the Light+Building 2008 exhibition in Frankfurt, April 06-11. The LED lamp is 100% compatible with current sockets (E27) ...
SUSS MicroTec Installs First 300 mm WLR Test System in Japan.
Apr 08, 2008 ... World's First Dedicated 300 mm WLR Test System Installed at Leading Semiconductor Device Manufacturer YOKOHAMA, Japan -- SUSS MicroTec AG (FWB:SMH) (GER:SMH) today announced the installation of its PM300WLR, the world's most advanced 300 mm wafer-level reliability (WLR) test ...
Tronics Microsystems Achieves Annual Net Profit of 1.3 Million Euros; Revenue Grows 56 Percent to 10.5 Million Euros.(Financial report)
Apr 08, 2008 ... Solid Profit Underscores Tronics' Success and Efficiency in Executing End-to-End Development and High-Yield Manufacturing Services for Custom Products GRENOBLE, France -- Tronics Microsystems SA, a leading global manufacturer of high value-add and highly differentiated custom ...
Learn what the Next Major Market Opportunities for Contact Centers are in APAC.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87929) has announced the addition of "APAC - a framework for contact center growth (Review Report)" to their offering. A heterogeneous melange of cultures, languages, consumers and countries ...
Free Seminar: Bioidentical Hormone Therapy.
Apr 08, 2008 ... BodyLogicMD New Hampshire Hosts Free Hormone Seminar HAMPSTEAD, N.H. -- BodyLogicMD's Dr. Hank Wagner will share his expertise on hormone imbalance and discuss how bioidentical hormone therapy can help both men and women suffering from the symptoms of andropause (the male ...
HP Introduces Full-function Mini-notebook PC for Education Market.
Apr 08, 2008 ... PALO ALTO, Calif. -- To help schools offer affordable computing to every student, HP (NYSE:HPQ) today introduced a full-function, mini-notebook PC priced starting under $500.(1) Designed for the education market, the HP 2133 Mini-Note PC is flexible enough for students to use ...
Online Sales to Climb Despite Struggling Economy According to Shop.org/Forrester Research Study.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Online Retail Sales to Reach $204 Billion This Year SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- In a year where retail industry sales are expected to experience sluggish growth, Americans will continue to flock to the Internet for clothing, computers, and even cars. According to The State of Retailing ...
KLA-Tencor Announces Commencement of Tender Offer to Acquire Belgium's ICOS Vision Systems.
Apr 08, 2008 ... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- KLA-Tencor Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) today announced the launch of its tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares, warrants and options of ICOS Vision Systems Corporation NV (Euronext:IVIS). The board of directors of ICOS has issued a memorandum recommending that ...
Adelphia's Former Headquarters Building Finally Sold: Third Time's a Charm for Coudersport's "Taj Mahal".
Apr 08, 2008 ... NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- After two online auctions, two defaulted buyers, and an alleged embezzlement involving the FBI and the Boston District Attorney's Office, the LFC Group of Companies has successfully sold Adelphia Communications Corporation's former headquarters building via their ...
Tri-Continental Foundation of Experts to Collaborate on Global Health IT Solutions.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Open Health Tools Offers Common Health Interoperability Framework for Improvements in Patient Quality of Care, Safety and Access to Health Records ASHEVILLE, N.C. -- Open Health Tools (OHT) today announced a collaborative effort between national health agencies, ...
ImpreMedia Powers New MySpace Latino Sports Community.
Apr 08, 2008 ... New Bilingual Platform Features Content Provided by Top Sports Experts on "TodoFutbol" Site NEW YORK -- ImpreMedia, the No.1 Hispanic news and information company in the United States in online and print, today announced that it will be the primary content provider for the new ...
MySpace Launches MySpace Latino.
Apr 08, 2008 ... New Site Features Exclusive Bilingual Content from Leading Hispanic Partners Official Launch Kicks Off With a Star-Studded Show Secreto in Miami on April 11(th) MIAMI -- MySpace, the world's most popular social network, today announced the official launch of its ...
When People Think "PLM," They Think "Dassault Systemes," Says Analyst Firm CIMdata.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Dassault Syst[c]mes Leads PLM Software Market for Third Consecutive Year PARIS -- Dassault Syst[c]mes (DS) (Nasdaq: DASTY; Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that it has been named the leader in ...
Avago Technologies Announces High-Power Moonstone Light Strip, Ring and Round Modules for Architectural, Backlighting and General Lighting Applications.
Apr 08, 2008 ... New Low-Profile High Power LED Modules Feature a Robust Package Design, High Flux Output and Plug-and-Play Installation FRANKFURT, Germany -- Avago Technologies, a leading supplier of analog interface components for communications, industrial and consumer applications, today ...
RADVISION Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program.
Apr 08, 2008 ... RADVISION Further Distinguishes Itself by Earning a Microsoft Competency in ISV/Software Solutions - 3 Years Running TEL AVIV, Israel -- RADVISION[R] Ltd. (Nasdaq: RVSN), a leading provider of video network infrastructure and developer tools for unified visual communications ...
Platts/Capgemini Study Reveals Critical Industry Issues That Keep North American Energy Executives Up at Night.(Industry overview)
Apr 08, 2008 ... Results from the New Platts/Capgemini Utilities Executive Study Shows an Increased Focus on Environmental Issues and New Technologies NEW YORK -- Capgemini, one of the world's foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, in cooperation with Platts, a ...
Gas Turbine Efficiency plc Preliminary Results for the Year to 31 December 2007.(Company overview)
Apr 08, 2008 ... LONDON -- Gas Turbine Efficiency plc ("GTE" or "the Group"), a leading provider of advanced systems to enhance the performance of aviation and industrial turbines, announces its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2007. Financial Highlights * Group ...
LifeCycle Pharma A/S - Major Shareholder Exercises Significant Number of Preemptive Rights in Connection with the Announced Offering.
Apr 08, 2008 ... H0RSHOLM, Denmark -- LifeCycle Pharma A/S (OMX: LCP), announced today that the third largest shareholder in LCP, Alta Partners has informed LCP that Alta Partners will exercise a significant part of its preemptive rights to subscribe for a total of 1,400,000 offer shares each at DKK 17 per ...
Steel Partners Japan Commends Shofu Inc. on Stock Repurchase Program; Recommends Board Cancel Newly Repurchased Shares.
Apr 08, 2008 ... TOKYO -- Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund (Offshore), L.P. ("SPJSF") disclosed today that it delivered to Shofu Inc. (TOKYO:7979) (the "Company") a letter commending management for their decision to implement a share repurchase program. SPJSF encouraged the Company to continue to return ...
Pay Per Click Management Service Re-Launched by Pay Per Click Firm Brick Marketing.
Apr 08, 2008 ... BOSTON -- Brick Marketing, a full service website marketing solutions firm, is very proud to announce the re-launch of their pay per click management service to help businesses of all sizes build brand awareness, increase qualified traffic to their website, and take advantage of the ...
New X-FAB 0.18 Micrometer Process Maximizes Cost-Effectiveness in Analog/Mixed-Signal Chip Design for Commercial Automotive and Power Management Applications.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Industry's Lowest-Mask-Count Modular 0.18 Micrometer Foundry Process Combines Digital, Analog, Lowest Ron High-Voltage, and Embedded Non-Volatile Memory Options ERFURT, Germany -- X-FAB Silicon Foundries, the world's leading foundry specializing in the production of ...
New Report Provides a Comprehensive Insight into the Pharmaceutical Market in the Czech Republic over 5 Years.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87832) has announced the addition of IMS World Review Country Profile - Czech Republic to their offering. IMS Health's Country Profiles provide a comprehensive insight into the national sales of ...
Commercial Real Estate Lending Web Seminar Series to be Hosted by Credit Training Specialist, Omega Performance.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Commercial Real Estate Lending is the Focus of Omega Performance's Four-Part Web Seminar Which Will Provide Commercial Relationship Managers and Credit Staff with the Skills Needed for Prudent Underwriting to Real Estate Developers and Investors in Today's Volatile Credit Environment ...
MORE Media Group Releases FastTrack(R), a New Media Jump Start Online Marketing Process.
Apr 08, 2008 ... MORE Media Group Proudly Announces the Launch of Its New Product, FastTrack[R], Providing Companies with a Starting Point into New Media and Web 2.0 LOS ANGELES -- Bill Ganz, CEO of MORE Media Group, Inc. (www.billganz.com), announced today that they have launched their New ...
Aspire Introduces New Products to Transform Customer Service in Hospitality Industry.(Company overview)
Apr 08, 2008 ... PHOENIX -- It only takes one negative experience to influence 300 hotel guests. Logging more than 100,000 miles of travel annually and spending the past 24 months performing extensive research for new product development, Renie Cavallari, CEO of Aspire, is the guru of customer ...
New Lombardi BPM Solutions Offer Faster Understanding of Process Pains & Gains.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Packages Combine Technology with Know-How to Quickly Define Processes, Key Performance Indicators and Implementation Roadmaps for BPM Programs AUSTIN, Texas -- Lombardi, a leader in business process management (BPM), today announced the immediate availability of three Lombardi ...
Lombardi Announces Immediate Availability of Blueprint Spring 08 Release.
Apr 08, 2008 ... SaaS-based Blueprint Process Mapping, Documenting and Modeling Tool Makes BPM Easier Than Ever for Business People AUSTIN, Texas -- Lombardi, a leader in business process management (BPM) software, today announced that the Lombardi Blueprint[TM] Spring '08 release is live. This ...
San Francisco-Based SMC Recordings Continues its Push for World Domination with Releases from Killer Mike, Capone-N-Noreaga and Pastor Troy.
Apr 08, 2008 ... SAN FRANCISCO -- With albums slated to drop in the first half of 2008, San Francisco-based, independent label, SMC Recordings continues to diversify and grow. Formed in 2005, SMC gets a further boost May 13 with the release of Killer Mike's 'I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind II'. Following ...
.FOX Networks Acquires Majority Stake in Online Video Network utarget to Expand Opportunities for Online Advertising Worldwide.
Apr 08, 2008 ... utarget.Fox to Operate the UK's Leading Premium Video Advertising Network of 630+ Top-Tier Websites LOS ANGELES -- .FOX Networks, the leading international ad network operated by Fox International Channels, announced today the acquisition of a majority stake in utarget, a ...
Business Ratio Report Compares the Financial Performance of Leading Paper Merchants in the UK.(Report)
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87815) has announced the addition of Paper Merchants - Business Ratio Report to their offering. This Business Ratio Report compares the financial performance of the leading players in this ...
Research and Markets: Unique Detailed Breakdown of Alcon Inc.'s Estimated Revenues by Market and Geography.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87875) has announced the addition of "Alcon Inc. Medical Equipment Market Share Report" to their offering. This report is the essential source for company data and information. The report ...
Research and Markets: Straumann Holding AG's Market Share in the Medical Equipment Market Revealed.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87901) has announced the addition of "Straumann Holding AG Medical Equipment Market Share Report" to their offering. This report is the essential source for company data and information. The ...
Attrition and Price Issues will be among the Most Important Challenges Facing Contact Center Outsourcers in 2008.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87914) has announced the addition of "2008 Trends to Watch: Contact Center Outsourcing & Services" to their offering. The contact center outsourcing sector continues to change, driven by new ...
Global Social Networking Will Grow Rapidly in the Near Future but Plateau by 2012.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87920) has announced the addition of "The Future of Social Networks (Review Report)" to their offering. Virtual communities & online social networking sites are providing a new. Powerful & ...
Ethical Consumerism Comes to the Fore as People Shop for Products They Feel Akin to Politically and Ethically.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87934) has announced the addition of "The Next Step In The Ethical Consumerism Revolution" to their offering. Consumers will choose brands that are actively making a difference in a transparent ...
Study Expects the UK Market for Fish and Fish Products to Continue to Grow at Well Above the General Rate of Inflation Between 2008 and 2012.(Industry overview)
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87857) has announced the addition of Fish & Fish Products Market Report 2008 to their offering. The UK market for fish and fish products increased in value by 35.5% at current prices between ...
Intel Capital Announces New US$500 Million China Technology Fund II; Marks 10 Years of Chinese Investments.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Fund Includes New Investments in Holdfast Online Technology and Newauto Video Technology BEIJING -- Intel Capital, Intel Corporation's global investment organization, today announced its second China investment fund, the Intel Capital China Technology Fund II. The new US$500 ...
Global SSL Retailer Trustico Joins RatePoint Partner Program.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Partnership Significantly Broadens International Distribution of RatePoint Online Reputation Management and Customer Feedback Platform NEEDHAM, Mass. & CROYDON, UK -- RatePoint, Inc., a market leader for online reputation management and customer feedback platforms ...
The Bible is America's Favorite Book Followed by Gone with the Wind.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Fantasy Plays Strong as Both the Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter Series are on the List as Well ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- When it comes to reading, we know what genre Americans are reading (see Harris Poll #37, April 7, 2008), but what is Americans' favorite book? Across all ...
Spring Clean Your Body with Garden of Life's Perfect Cleanse.
Apr 08, 2008 ... WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Throw down your mop and broom! Spring cleaning the house can wait while you clean out something really important - your body. Daily exposure to thousands of toxins in the environment, food, cosmetics, and household cleaning products can produce a toxic load in the ...
Tideway Secures $27 Million in Series C Funding.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Scottish Equity Partners Leads Round Following Year of Explosive Growth NEW YORK & LONDON -- Tideway, one of the fastest growing providers of IT automation software, today announced the completion of a $27 million Series C round of financing led by new investor Scottish Equity ...
First Commercial Procedures Performed in Japan with Endologix Powerlink System.
Apr 08, 2008 ... IRVINE, Calif. -- Endologix, Inc. (Nasdaq:ELGX), the developer and manufacturer of the Powerlink([R]) System for the minimally invasive treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), today announced that the first two procedures with the Company's Powerlink System have been performed in ...
Amazon.com Fulfillment Centers in Hebron, Ky. Hiring More than 500 Full-time Positions to Support Growing Customer Demand.
Apr 08, 2008 ... SEATTLE -- Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) today announced its three Hebron, Ky. fulfillment centers are looking to hire a total of more than 500 full-time positions to support growing customer demand. The first Hebron Fulfillment Center was established in 2005. Today, all three centers ...
3Dconnexion Unveils SpaceNavigator for Notebooks 3D Mouse for On-the-Go 3D Professionals and Enthusiasts.
Apr 08, 2008 ... Portable 3D Mouse Ensures Precise and Enjoyable 3D Interaction FREMONT, Calif. -- 3Dconnexion, a Logitech company, today announced the newest addition to its award-winning 3D mouse product line - the SpaceNavigator([TM]) for Notebooks. Designed for on-the-go 3D professionals and ...
PMC-Sierra Presents at the Global Semiconductor Alliance's (GSA) Israel Executive Forum.
Apr 08, 2008 ... PMC-Sierra, Inc. (Nasdaq:PMCS): <Pre> [TABLE OMITTED] </Pre> About the Israel Executive Forum GSA (Global Semiconductor Alliance) formerly FSA, will host the Israel Executive Forum on April 14, 2008. The theme of the Forum will be "Achieving Success in Today's ...
Munters: Presentation for Investors, Analysts and Media.
Apr 08, 2008 ... STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Regulatory News: Munters AB (STO:MTRS) will be holding a presentation following the results of the first quarter 2008. The report will be presented by Mr. Lars Engstrom, CEO and Mr. Jonas Samuelson, CFO. Date: April 22, 2008 ...
Mail Order & Catalogue Houses - Business Ratio Report.(Report)
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87960) has announced the addition of "Mail Order & Catalogue Houses - Business Ratio Report" to their offering. This Business Ratio Report compares the financial performance of the leading ...
Understand Key Metrics Used by Enterprises to Calculate ROI for Speech Recognition Solutions.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87967) has announced the addition of "Business Trends: Understanding the Speech Customer" to their offering. This business trends study (Customer Focus) is part of The Voice Industry Index ...
A Review of European Gas and Power Price Trends Provides an Examination of the Wholesale Gas Price Trends in Europe's Three Key Markets.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87961) has announced the addition of "Monthly Price Brief - A Review of European Gas and Power Price Trends: December 2007" to their offering. The growing role of wholesale traded energy markets ...
WiMAX Forum Congress Asia 2008 Exhibitor Profiles.
Apr 08, 2008 ... SINGAPORE -- WiMAX Forum Congress Asia 2008 takes place April 9 - 10, 2008 at the Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre. Listed below are profiles from WiMAX Forum Congress Asia 2008 exhibitors. For in-depth information about the WiMAX Forum Congress Asia ...
Gain an Overall Understanding of the European Regulatory Landscape with the Report 'The European National Energy Regulatory Landscape'.
Apr 08, 2008 ... DUBLIN, Ireland -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c87975) has announced the addition of The European National Energy Regulatory Landscape to their offering. As energy liberalisation gains momentum across the EU, the role of the national energy ...