Business Wire back issues from Tuesday, May 19:
Barchart Issues Revision to May 11 Press Release.
May 19, 2009 ... CHICAGO -- Please replace the release dated May 11, 2009 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: BARCHART ISSUES REVISION TO MAY 11 PRESS RELEASE Barchart.com, Inc., a leading provider of real-time market ...
Putnam Announces Dividend Rates for Open-End Funds.
May 19, 2009 ... BOSTON -- Please replace the release dated May 18, 2009 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: PUTNAM ...
TELICPHIL to Deploy ECI Telecom for Philippines Nationwide DWDM Expansion Network.
May 19, 2009 ... PETAH TIKVA, Israel -- ECI Telecom, a global provider of networking infrastructure solutions optimized for next-generation network (NGN) migration, today announced that it has been chosen as the sole supplier by the Telecoms Infrastructure Corporation of the Philippines (TELICPHIL) a ...
Research and Markets: 2009 Special Report on China Corn Seed Market - A Comprehensive and Detailed Portrayal of the Current Status of China's Seed Market.(Report)
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/aeada0/2009_special_repor) has announced the addition of the "2009 Special Report on China Corn Seed Market" report to their offering. Seeds of agricultural products are the most important agricultural ...
Clinton Climate Initiative to Demonstrate Model for Sustainable Urban Growth with Projects in 10 Countries on Six Continents.
May 19, 2009 ... Climate Positive Development Program to Set Example for Cities to Follow as They Grow SEOUL, South Korea -- The Clinton Climate Initiative (CCI), a project of the William J. Clinton Foundation, today announced a global program developed in collaboration with the U.S. Green ...
Greater Fort Smith Region Physicians Association Chooses Valence Health's Web-Based Messenger Model Solution.
May 19, 2009 ... vElect Adopted to Streamline Contract Selection Process CHICAGO -- Valence Health, a leading provider of clinical integration and data services, today announced that Greater Fort Smith Region Physicians Association (GFSRPA) has implemented the company's web-based Messenger Model ...
Cost Plus World Market Asks Customers to Identify Iconic Landmarks in Its "Where in the World?" Photo Contest over Memorial Day Weekend.
May 19, 2009 ... Winners Instantly Receive An In-Store Savings Coupon OAKLAND, Calif. -- The first to bring the Papasan Chair to market, Cost Plus World Market knows a thing or two about icons. Now, the specialty retailer is asking, "Where in the World?" and inviting customers into the store ...
Cast of 'Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian' Reunite in the Haupt Garden at the Smithsonian Castle.
May 19, 2009 ... WASHINGTON -- A photo of the all star comedy cast of 'Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian' in the Haupt Garden at the Smithsonian Castle, May 15, 2009, in Washington D.C. is available ...
Research and Markets: Multi-Billion Dollar Japanese Telecommunications Industry Guide: Essential Resource for Data and Analysis.(Industry overview)
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/01f0b7/telecommunications) has announced the addition of the "Telecommunications: Japan Industry Guide" report to their offering. The Telecommunications: Japan Industry Guide is an essential resource for ...
Mesa Offshore Trust Announces Entry into Settlement Agreement Subject to Court Approval.
May 19, 2009 ... AUSTIN, Texas -- JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. ("JPMorgan" or "Trustee"), on behalf of the Mesa Offshore Trust (OTCBB: MOSH) (the "Trust"), announced today it has entered into a Final Settlement Agreement with (1) MOSH Holding, L.P. and Dagger-Spine Hedgehog Corporation (together, ...
Fluffy Spider Technologies Chooses Taiwan-Based Pantek Technology as Regional VAR.
May 19, 2009 ... Relationship Builds on Technology and Services Synergies to Serve OEMs in Taiwan, China and Across Asia for Mobile Phones, LCD TVs, Portable Media, Set Top Boxes, Digital Video Equipment and Other Consumer Electronics Devices SYDNEY & TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Fluffy Spider Technologies ...
Ben Stiller Surprised Students with an Impromptu Visit to Jamestown Elementary School in Arlington, VA.
May 19, 2009 ... ARLINGTON, Va. -- Nine photos of Ben Stiller on a surprise visit to Jamestown Elementary School, May 15, 2009, in Arlington, VA are available on Business Wire's web site. Caption: At the May 14 premiere of 'Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian' at the Smithsonian Air ...
California Pizza Kitchen Opens in Downtown Sacramento, California.
May 19, 2009 ... Fundraiser on May 26 Will Benefit Sacramento Chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters LOS ANGELES -- California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (CPK) (NASDAQ:CPKI), home to the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and other innovative hearth-baked pizzas, made-to-order pastas, creative salads, appetizers, ...
Research and Markets: Trends in Unified Communications: Vendor Strategies, Competitor Landscape and Market Forecasts.
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/596d6c/trends_in_unified) has announced the addition of the "Trends in Unified Communications: Vendor Strategies, Competitor Landscape and Market Forecasts" report to their offering. Unified ...
Sonova Full-Year Results 2008/09.(Financial report)
May 19, 2009 ... Sonova Achieves Strong Organic Sales Growth of 7.8% and Extends Its Position as Market and Innovation Leader STAFA, Switzerland -- Despite the adverse economic climate, Sonova (SIX:SOON) managed to achieve record sales of CHF 1,249 million and further expanded its market share ...
Dassault Systemes Announces New Release of Abaqus FEA from SIMULIA.
May 19, 2009 ... Abaqus 6.9 Offers New Capabilities for Fracture and Failure, High-Performance Computing, and Noise and Vibration PARIS & PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Dassault Systemes (DS) (Paris:DSY)(NASDAQ:DASTY), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced ...
ENOVIA SmarTeam Express PLM Solutions Help Mid-Market Companies Innovate During Economic Downturn.
May 19, 2009 ... New White Paper Offers Action Plan and Insight for Manufacturers to Achieve Efficiencies and Productivity Gains, Now and in the Future LOWELL, Mass. -- Dassault Systemes (DS) (Paris:DSY)(NASDAQ:DASTY), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today ...
Gemalto, ASSA ABLOY, and Verint Discuss Security Issues in SecurityStockWatch.com Interviews.
May 19, 2009 ... RYE BROOK, N.Y. -- "Gemalto is the world leader in digital security solutions. We make a wide range of secure personal devices like EMV payment cards, SIM cards for cell phones, contactless payment cards, electronic passports and other government identity credentials. Our roots are in ...
Fluor Receives Prestigious UK Safety Award.
May 19, 2009 ... Company Presented with Order of Distinction and 18(th) Consecutive Gold Award LONDON -- Fluor Limited, the U.K. operating arm of Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR), announced today that it was awarded the eminent Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Order of ...
"Terminator Salvation: The Machinima Series" Explodes Online as the First Long Form Dramatic Machinima Production.
May 19, 2009 ... * Created by The Halcyon Company and Warner Premiere * The First Long Form Dramatic Machinima Series Produced by a Major Studio * Creators Use "Terminator Salvation" Videogame to Create Filmed Entertainment * An Original Series Starring Moon Bloodgood as ...
Hitachi Develops Automotive Lithium-Ion Battery Having the World's Highest Output*1; Sampling Set to Start in the Fall.
May 19, 2009 ... TOKYO -- Hitachi, Ltd. (NYSE:HIT)(TOKYO:6501)(hereinafter Hitachi) today announced that Hitachi, Ltd. and Hitachi Vehicle Energy, Ltd. which develops and manufactures lithium-ion batteries for automotive applications, such as hybrid electric vehicles, have developed a lithium-ion battery ...
No Vacation from the Economy: Two Thirds of Americans Plan Summer Vacation, but Nearly Half will Spend Less Than Last Year.
May 19, 2009 ... ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- As school ends and the weather turns warmer, people normally start to think about summer vacations. The faltering economy does have many Americans, as well as their employers, rethinking and re-budgeting - but not necessarily eradicating - their summer travel plans ....
New Blimpie Pretzel Bread and Grilled Subs Just Got Hotter.
May 19, 2009 ... SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Blimpie([R]) America's Sub Shop[TM] (www.blimpie.com) is introducing new grilled subs and adding a twist to their selection of 12 freshly baked breads. Starting May 18, 2009, Blimpie locations nationwide will feature three grilled subs, while being the first ...
Real Fraud: Dumpster Diving and Other ID Theft Nightmares.
May 19, 2009 ... Two decades ago, Charlie Weidman, an upstanding family man from Boulder, Colorado, lost his wallet. Twenty years later, Mr. Weidman found there were three active warrants for his arrest and that he was listed as "armed and dangerous" by his local sheriff's department. Mr. Weidman's story ...
Retail Therapy for Plastic-Heavy Wallets.
May 19, 2009 ... Open your wallet. Most likely you'll find some cash and three or four credit cards; a COSTCO, Target, Best Buy, or Sam's Club member card; a Hilton or Marriott rewards card; a Safeway or Rite Aid card; a library and video store card; a health insurance card; and maybe some assorted ...
Logitech for Business Supports Microsoft Unified Communications.
May 19, 2009 ... Logitech for Business Webcams Optimized for Microsoft Office Communicator FREMONT, Calif. -- To meet the growing demand for video conferencing in the evolving workspace, Logitech for Business (SIX:LOGN) (NASDAQ:LOGI) announced four Logitech for Business webcams are now ...
cVidya and Netezza Deliver Robust Revenue Assurance Solution.(Company overview)
May 19, 2009 ... LONDON & TEL AVIV, Israel & MARLBOROUGH, Mass. -- cVidya Networks, the leading provider of revenue and cost assurance solutions to communications service providers worldwide, and Netezza Corporation (NYSE: NZ), the global leader in data warehouse and analytic appliances, today announced a ...
AFS Technologies Announces New Warehousing & Logistics Division.
May 19, 2009 ... Features the Only Supply Chain Solution with SOA Architecture Delivering Guaranteed Cost of Ownership and ROI PHOENIX -- With the recent acquisition of Motek, AFS Technologies now offers a comprehensive portfolio of fully integrated modular solutions for customers in the supply ...
Spore Galactic Adventures Goes to the (Robot) Chickens.
May 19, 2009 ... Maxis Teams with Adult Swim's Robot Chicken Writers to Create Hysterical Adventures for Spore Galactic Adventures Available at Launch EMERYVILLE, Calif. -- What do planetary rest stops, man cannons, and banana monkey wars all have in common? They're all elements of Adventures ...
One-Third of All Packaging Materials to be Eco-Friendly by 2014, Forecasts Pike Research.
May 19, 2009 ... BOULDER, Colo. -- In the industrialized world, packaging for all types of products has become both necessary and truly ubiquitous. As more people become "modern consumers" around the world, it is an increasing burden on producers, individuals, and the environment. According to a new study ...
A Technology Take on Reducing Your Household Expenses.
May 19, 2009 ... ATLANTA -- The recession has personally touched most Americans in one way or another. According to the Pew Research Center's Social & Demographic Trends survey, eight-in-ten adults have taken specific steps of one kind or another to economize during these bad times. However, in our fast ...
ARM Selects Jasper for Formal Verification of IP.
May 19, 2009 ... ARM Chooses Jasper, a Leader in Formal Technology, to Reduce Verification Costs, Increase Quality and Design Enablement MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- Jasper Design Automation, provider of advanced formal technology solutions, today announced its JasperGold[R] Verification System has ...
Orc Software Introduces Orc Spreader for Low-Latency Futures Spread Trading.
May 19, 2009 ... STOCKHOLM & NEW YORK & LONDON & HONG KONG -- Regulatory News: Orc Software (SSE: ORC), the leading global provider of technology for advanced trading and connectivity solutions, announces the Orc Spreader product for ultra-low latency, high-frequency futures spreading. ...
Research and Markets: Ukraine Oil Markets Investment Opportunities, Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2020.
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/afb681/ukraine_oil_market) has announced the addition of GlobalData's new report "Ukraine Oil Markets Investment Opportunities, Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2020" to their offering. This profile is ...
Research and Markets: The Impact of the Swine Flu (H1N1 Flu) on Health Care Lawyers & Their Clients.
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/315606/the_impact_of_the) has announced the addition of the "The Impact of the Swine Flu (H1N1 Flu) on Health Care Lawyers & Their Clients" report to their offering. The Impact of the Swine Flu on Health ...
Research and Markets: Uzbekistan Gas Markets Investment Opportunities, Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2020.
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/3bff7a/uzbekistan_gas_mar) has announced the addition of GlobalData's new report "Uzbekistan Gas Markets Investment Opportunities, Market Analysis and Forecasts to 2020" to their offering. This profile ...
LeCroupier.com Casino Goes Live as a Instant Play Flash Version.
May 19, 2009 ... Exciting New Offering Showcases Two World-Firsts LONDON -- Barriere Interactive Gaming, the online subsidiary of Lucien Barriere Hotels & Casinos, has today launched an Instant Play Flash version of LeCroupier.com. With no download required, LeCroupier.com in Flash is great for ...
Altor and Bure Assume Ownership of Carnegie Investment Bank AB.
May 19, 2009 ... STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Regulatory News: Today, all shares in Carnegie Investment Bank were transferred to Altor and Bure. The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority and the appropriate authorities in the countries in which Carnegie is active have granted the required permits in ...
Research and Markets: Ireland Energy Report.(Report)
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/105633/ireland_energy_rep) has announced the addition of the "Ireland Energy Report" report to their offering. This report provides updated facts and figures on the evolution of the national energy ...
Leading Wholesaler Streamlines Employee Time and Labor Management with UltiPro[R].
May 19, 2009 ... WESTON, Fla. -- Ultimate Software (Nasdaq:ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, today announced that BWI Companies, a leading supplier of garden, nursery, turf, landscape, and agricultural supplies, is adding value ...
Italy's National Mapping Agency Purchases Digital Elevation Mapping Data from Intermap Technologies.
May 19, 2009 ... Istituto Geografico Militare Italiano Acquires Accurate Elevation Models for One-Third of Italy DENVER & MUNICH -- Intermap Technologies today announced it has delivered 100,000 square kilometers of 3D digital elevation data to the Istituto Geografico Militare Italiano (IGMI), a ...
Nihon Kohden Ranks Top Amongst Customers In Service and Overall Value.
May 19, 2009 ... Number One Composite Scores with Medical Strategic Planning IRVINE, Calif. -- Nihon Kohden America, Inc. recently was ranked as the number one Service Quality Vendor with an overall composite score of 8.6 in terms of service and overall value for Patient Monitoring systems, ...
Patch Deployment Continues to Plague IT Security Efforts as Organizations Struggle with Complexity.
May 19, 2009 ... Survey of 700+ IT Pros Indicates that Poor Automation Levels and the Introduction of Virtual Machines Add to the Challenge ST. PAUL, Minn. -- A survey of US and European IT and security specialists released by Shavlik Technologies, LLC, the market leader in simplifying and ...
Univa UD Expands Cloud Computing Capabilities With Reliance 3.0.
May 19, 2009 ... Leading Application Service Governance Product is Key Component for Enabling Cloud Computing Environments LAS VEGAS -- Univa UD, a leading provider of application and infrastructure enablement software for dynamic IT environments, today announced the general availability of ...
LucidMedia Selected by Mid-Atlantic Venture Association to Present at Capital Connection 2009 Venture Capital Conference.(Conference news)
May 19, 2009 ... RESTON, Va. -- LucidMedia (www.lucidmedia.com), the online display advertising network and media management platform, today announced that it has been selected from among hundreds of candidates to present at the this year's Mid-Atlantic Venture Association (MAVA) Capital Connection[TM] ...
MOST[R] Networking Solution Adopted in Hyundai's New Flagship EQUUS Sedan.
May 19, 2009 ... Third Model Continues the Expansion of MOST through Hyundai/Kia's Product Lineup HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. -- SMSC (NASDAQ: SMSC), a leading semiconductor company that provides Smart Mixed-Signal Connectivity[TM] solutions, today announced that its Media Oriented Systems Transport ...
Life Settlement Awareness Month[R] Registration Opens.(Company overview)
May 19, 2009 ... Life Settlement Solutions, Inc. Presents Biggest Month in Four-Year History SAN DIEGO -- This year more than ever before, Life Settlement Solutions has opened up Life Settlement Awareness Month[R] LSAM events to investors, as well as financial and insurance professionals. ...
Research and Markets: 2009 Private Equity Cleantech Review with Hundreds of Firms Focusing on the Sector.
May 19, 2009 ... DUBLIN -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/b4fbc8/2009_private_equit) has announced the addition of the "2009 Private Equity Cleantech Review" report to their offering. The cleantech private equity market has grown substantially in recent years, ...
Forks, First Aid and Other Sage Advice.
May 19, 2009 ... Truckers Offer Up Their Best Advice for Life on the Road in Progressive Commercial Auto Insurance Truck Tips Contest MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio -- With about 2,000 entries in six different categories the choice wasn't easy, but there could be only one $5,000 grand prize winner in ...
MAXIMUS Awarded Contract Renewal with Social Security Administration.
May 19, 2009 ... RESTON, Va. -- MAXIMUS (NYSE:MMS) announced today that its Federal Services subsidiary has been awarded a five-year, $10.4 million contract by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to continue its work as the program data operations center manager for the Ticket to Work and ...
Zacks Earnings Trends Highlights: Sprint, Qwest, Broadcom, Intel and Texas Instruments.
May 19, 2009 ... CHICAGO -- Zacks Research Director, Dirk Van Dijk says that S&P 500 earnings are continuing to show red ink. He tracks companies on the Zacks.com web site, naming names, while forecasting trends for the months ahead. Key Points: * Reported Q1 total net income down ...
Endotis Pharma Reports Successful Completion of Phase I Program with EP42675, a First in Class Synthetic Parenteral Anticoagulant.
May 19, 2009 ... Two Abstracts Will Be Presented at the ISTH Congress in July 2009 PARIS -- BIOCITECH PARK, Paris- Endotis Pharma, the biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of small-glyco drugs for applications in thrombosis and oncology, announced that EP42675 has ...
Mindshare Technologies Announces White Paper: "Are You Ready for Enterprise Feedback Management (EFM)?".
May 19, 2009 ... SALT LAKE CITY -- Mindshare Technologies announced today the availability of its most recent white paper, "Are You Ready for Enterprise Feedback Management (EFM)?" by its president, Richard D. Hanks. The paper is available for download on Mindshare's website www.mshare.net. ...
NetStairs[R] Announces HEXA2 Virtual Town Hall[TM].
May 19, 2009 ... FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- NetStairs.com[R], Inc., the intelligent media enabler, extends its agreement with HEXA-2 Corporation to provide virtual town hall services in addition to its virtual board room business networking live. Visit www.hexa2.com As the name implies, Virtual ...
Tessera to Present on Advanced Flip Chip Packaging at ECTC.
May 19, 2009 ... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Tessera Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:TSRA) will be featured in a session on Advanced Flip Chip Packaging at the Electronic Components and Technology Conference (ECTC). Ilyas Mohammed, director of package development for Tessera's Micro-electronics group, will give a ...
Cubist Pharmaceuticals Ranks No. 1 in The Boston Globe's Annual Globe 100 List of Best Performing Companies.
May 19, 2009 ... Cubist Lands Top Spot in First Appearance LEXINGTON, Mass. -- Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBST) today announced that it was ranked first among the "Top 100" Massachusetts-based publicly traded companies by The Boston Globe in its 21st annual "Globe 100" listing ...
BioSolar's First BioBacksheet Slated to Hit Commercial Market in Second Half of 2009.
May 19, 2009 ... Expected to be Instrumental in Driving Down the Cost Per Watt of Solar, Company's BioBacksheet(TM)-C is Engineered Specifically for Cost-Sensitive and Economical Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Modules SANTA CLARITA, Calif. -- BioSolar, Inc. (OTCBB: BSRC), developer of a breakthrough ...
City of Phoenix Selects Avizent.
May 19, 2009 ... Company Brings Dedicated Claims Staff and Valuable Public Employer Experience COLUMBUS, Ohio -- National claims and risk management provider Avizent announced today that the City of Phoenix has selected them to provide workers' compensation claims administration and managed ...
Avistar Communications Announces Technology Agreement with Logitech.(Company overview)
May 19, 2009 ... Avistar's Technology Licensing Business Continues to Grow with the Addition of Industry Leader in Internet Communications SAN MATEO, Calif. -- Avistar Communications Corporation (Nasdaq:AVSR), a leader in unified visual communications solutions, today announced that it has ...
Xerox Builds on the Power of Color: New Value-Added Office Products and Tools Make Printing Easier.
May 19, 2009 ... NORWALK, Conn. -- Xerox Corporation's (NYSE: XRX) latest collection of office products and tools take multitasking to a new level - allowing customers to get more work done faster and easier than ever before. The new products range from a high-volume color multifunction printer (MFP) to a ...
Invitel Holdings A/S Announces First Quarter 2009 Financial Results.(Financial report)
May 19, 2009 ... NEW YORK -- Invitel Holdings A/S (NYSE Amex U.S.:IHO), the successor to Hungarian Telephone and Cable Corp., announced today its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009. FIRST QUARTER 2009 RESULTS The results for the quarter ended March 31, 2009 reflect ...
ADTRAN Bridges Gap in Ethernet Aggregation Market with New Layer 3 Multi-Service Switch Platforms.
May 19, 2009 ... NetVanta 1544 Aggregation Switches Deliver Greater Scalability to Mid-Market Customers HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- ADTRAN([R]), Inc. (NASDAQ: ADTN), a leading supplier of networking and converged communications solutions, announced today that it is expanding its reach into the network ...
Bovie Medical Corporation Announces FDA Submission of Laparoscopic Device for Solid Organ Resection.
May 19, 2009 ... MELVILLE, N.Y. -- Bovie Medical Corporation (the "Company") (NYSE-AMEX Symbol: BVX), a manufacturer and marketer of electrosurgical products, today announced a 510K submission to the FDA seeking pre-market clearance for a laparoscopic SEER device for solid organ resection. The laparoscopic ...
FiberNet Telecom Group Selects Ekinops 360 Optical Transport, Citing Reliability, Management, Density and Cost Benefits.
May 19, 2009 ... PARIS -- Ekinops, a leading provider of next generation dynamic multi-reach long-haul, regional, and metro transport aggregation solutions for service providers and enterprises, today announced that FiberNet Telecom Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FTGX), a leading provider of complex interconnection ...
Water Standard Chooses ERI as Strategic Partner for Ship-Based Desalination.
May 19, 2009 ... Global water treatment company intends to use energy recovery devices from ERI in its first seawater desalination vessel SAN LEANDRO, Calif. -- Energy Recovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: ERII), a leader in the design and development of energy recovery devices for desalination, announced ...