Vodafone Partners With Brand Connections Global to Launch Care Covers In-flight Advertising Solution in EuropeLONDON and NEW YORK - - U.S. Care Covers Launch Set For January 2010 Brand Connections Global today announced that Vodafone has renewed their campaign as the inaugural advertiser for the launch of an innovative new in-flight advertising medium. Vectibix(R) in Combination With Chemotherapy Significantly Improves Progression-Free Survival in First-Line Metastatic Colorectal CancerTHOUSAND OAKS, California - Amgen (Nasdaq: AMGN) today announced detailed results from the Phase 3 ‘203′ trial evaluating Vectibix(R) (panitumumab) administered in combination with FOLFOX (an oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy) as the first-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). In this trial, Vectibix significantly improved median progression-free survival (PFS) by 1.6 months (9.6 versus 8.0 months for patients treated with FOLFOX alone, (hazard ratio 0.80; p=0.02)) in patients with KRAS wild-type mCRC (primary endpoint). The results were presented at the 2009 ECCO 15 - ESMO 34 European Multidisciplinary Congress in Berlin, Germany (Abstract Number 10LBA). Results from Abbott’s PROSPECT Study Provide New Insight into Role of Vulnerable Plaque in Coronary Artery DiseaseSAN FRANCISCO - Abbott (NYSE: ABT) today announced primary results from its groundbreaking PROSPECT (Providing Regional Observations to Study Predictors of Events in the Coronary Tree) clinical trial. PROSPECT is the first prospective natural history study to evaluate the role of vulnerable plaque in unexpected heart attacks and the natural progression of coronary artery disease. Results were presented today during the late-breaking clinical trials session by Gregg W. Stone, M.D., professor of medicine at Columbia University Medical Center, during the 2009 Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) annual meeting. The Offshore Group to Host Two Manufacturing in Mexico Events in OctoberTUCSON, Arizona - The Tucson, Arizona-based Offshore Group will host two major manufacturing in Mexico events from October 20 - 24, 2009 at the San Carlos Plaza Hotel in Guaymas, Sonora. NeuroTherm is Awarded US Patent for Multi-lesion Radiofrequency GeneratorWILMINGTON, Massachusetts - NeuroTherm is pleased to be recognized by the United States Patent Office as the first company worldwide to develop and release a multiple output radiofrequency generator used in the treatment of chronic pain, ref. US Patent No. 7,574,257. Shutterstock Announces Acquisition of BigStockPhotoNEW YORK - - Move signals Shutterstock’s expansion into the credit-based stock photo market DuPont Titanium Technologies Announces a Price Increase for Ti-Pure(R) Titanium Dioxide Products in Europe, Middle East and AfricaWILMINGTON, Delaware - DuPont Titanium Technologies (DTT) announced a price increase for all DuPont(TM) Ti-Pure(R) titanium dioxide (TiO2) grades sold in Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. Microsoft Kicks Off embeddedSPARK 2010 ChallengeBOSTON - - Windows Embedded re-brands successful Sparks will Fly developer competition to encourage creativity, innovation and ‘Fun and Games’ among embedded hobbyist and academic communities globally. Video: Empire State ReBuilding Transforms World’s Most Famous Office BuildingNEW YORK - - US$550 million capital improvements program contemporizes an international icon. Abbott’s XIENCE V(R) Superior to TAXUS(R) in Key Safety and Efficacy Measures in SPIRIT IV TrialSAN FRANCISCO - At One Year, XIENCE V Demonstrates: - Statistical Superiority on Primary Endpoint of Target Lesion Failure, with a 38 Percent Reduction Compared to TAXUS Abbott’s XIENCE V(R) Demonstrates Significantly Lower Rates of MACE and Stent Thrombosis Compared to TAXUS(R) Liberte in Investigator-Initiated COMPARE TrialSAN FRANCISCO - - Independent Study of 1,800 Patients Affirms Outstanding Performance of XIENCE V vs. TAXUS Liberte GLV Announces its Intent to Launch a Voluntary Takeover Bid to Purchase the Shares of Austria-Based Christ Water Technology AG Specializing in Industrial and Municipal Water Treatment TechnologiesMONTREAL, Canada - [All amounts are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.] GLV Inc. (”GLV”; ticker symbols GLV.A, GLV.B / TSX) announces that its Board of Directors has approved a voluntary takeover bid (the “Takeover” or the “Offer”) to purchase up to 100% of the shares of Christ Water Technology AG (”CWT”), an Austria-based company listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange (ISIN: AT0000499157; ticker symbol CWT) that conducts international operations in the area of industrial and municipal water treatment technologies. The Offer has received the support of CWT’s largest shareholder, Mr. Andreas Weissenbacher, who holds approximately 27% of the shares of CWT principally through WAB Privatstiftung which signed a binding commitment to irrevocably tender its shares into GLV’s takeover bid. Vectibix(R) in Combination With Chemotherapy Significantly Improves Progression-Free Survival in Second-Line Metastatic Colorectal CancerTHOUSAND OAKS, California - Amgen (Nasdaq: AMGN) today announced detailed results from the Phase 3 ‘181′ trial evaluating Vectibix(R) (panitumumab) in combination with FOLFIRI (an irinotecan based chemotherapy), as a second-line treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). In this trial, Vectibix significantly improved progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with KRAS wild-type mCRC. These results were presented at the 2009 ECCO 15 - ESMO 34 European Multidisciplinary Congress in Berlin, Germany (Abstract Number 14LBA). NetDragon Launches Open Beta Testing for ‘Conquer Online’ Arabic VersionHONG KONG - NetDragon Websoft Inc., a leading online game developer and operator in China (”NetDragon” with its subsidiaries collectively known as the “Group”; Stock Code: 777), announced the launch of open beta testing for the Arabic version of its successful game “Conquer Online” at 9a.m. Beijing time, September 22, 2009. The Very First Bangkok International Animation Film Festival Coming Soon on September 25th - 30th, 2009BANGKOK - Organized by SIPA and the Federation of National Film Associations of Thailand, with the aim to promote the concept of “Creative Economy.” FARO Introduces World’s Most Accurate Large Volume Laser TrackerLAKE MARY, Florida - FARO Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO), the world’s leading provider of portable measurement and imaging solutions, announced today the release of their latest 3D measurement system, the FARO Laser Tracker ION(TM). Supermicro Presents Revolutionary Advances in Twin Server Technology at IDFSAN FRANCISCO - - Unprecedented Performance-per-Watt, per-Dollar, per-Square Foot INTEL DEVELOPER FORUM — Super Micro Computer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMCI), a leader in application-optimized, high-performance server solutions, is showcasing its leadership in Twin server technology at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) 2009, Moscone Center West, San Francisco, September 22-24. Located in Gold Sponsor booth #207, Supermicro is demonstrating its 1U Twin(TM) and 2U Twin2 (Squared) SuperServers and unveiling its revolutionary new TwinBlade(TM) with 20 dual-processor (DP) blades in 7U. In addition, Supermicro CEO and president, Charles Liang, will give a 50-minute presentation entitled “Twin Technology: 1U - 0.5U - 0.35U” in Room 2003 today at 5:00pm. ProLogis Closes Two Financings for ProLogis European Properties Fund IIDENVER - - Proceeds Used to Pay Down Warehouse Line - ProLogis (NYSE: PLD), a leading global provider of distribution facilities, announced today it has completed two financings, for a total of approximately euro 133 million, on behalf of ProLogis European Properties Fund II (PEPF II). Proceeds from the financings were used to pay down PEPF II’s warehouse line of credit. Microsoft Releases Windows 7 Technologies to Manufacturers of Specialized DevicesBOSTON - - Windows Embedded product portfolio receives comprehensive refresh with Windows 7 technologies. Microsoft Delivers Rich User Experiences and Windows 7 Connectivity With New Windows Embedded CE ReleaseBOSTON - - Windows Embedded CE 6.0 R3 helps OEMs of consumer and enterprise devices redefine the user experience and deliver connectivity to Windows 7-based PCs, servers and online services. Microsoft Dynamics Acquisitions Accelerate Industry Innovation for ERP CustomersREDMOND, Washington - - Acquisition of manufacturing, professional services and retail solutions propels Microsoft Dynamics ERP industry strategy forward. Connectivity Becomes Major Contributor to Mobile Revenue Growth in Mexico, Finds PyramidCAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts - Data services in Mexico will grow to represent 25 percent of the total market in 2014 from 15 percent in 2009, as connectivity becomes one of the most dynamic contributors to total mobile revenue growth in the coming years, according to the latest report from Pyramid Research (www.pyr.com), the telecom research arm of the Light Reading Communications Network (www.lightreading.com). MitraClip(R) Therapy Data Demonstrate Significant Reduction in Mitral Valve Annulus Dimensions in High-Risk Patients With Functional Mitral RegurgitationSAN FRANCISCO - - 12-Month Data Also Demonstrate Significant Reduction in Left Ventricular Volumes Data Show Long-Term Mechanical Integrity of MitraClip(R) and Complete Healing Following Implantation of the Device for Mitral Valve RepairSAN FRANCISCO - - Results of Histopathology and Mechanical Integrity Analysis of MitraClip(R) Devices Presented at TCT 2009 MitraClip(R) Therapy Data Demonstrate Significant Left Ventricular Reverse Remodeling in Patients With Sustained Reduction of Mitral RegurgitationSAN FRANCISCO - - 12-Month Data Presented at TCT 2009 Show Significant Improvement in Left Ventricular Function with no Change in Annular Dimensions Coventry Spins Off Top-Ranked Servicing Unit: Launches Montgomery Portfolio ServicesFORT WASHINGTON, Pennsylvania - Coventry announced the launch of Montgomery Portfolio Services today, providing institutional owners of longevity-linked portfolios with access to the industry’s leading servicing platform. Tigo Energy Achieves Compliance/Certification Landmark & Introduces Latest Product Addition to the TIGO Energy(TM) Maximizer Family at PVSEC in HamburgLOS GATOS, California - Tigo Energy, (www.tigoenergy.com), the solar company whose unique technology significantly increases efficiency in photovoltaic solar installations, announced today that it officially has achieved compliance to the UL1741 as certified by CSA. Significantly, the Balance of Systems leader is the first DC-side maximizer solution with panel-level monitoring to achieve this certification. GameStreamer, Inc. Adds Top Publisher 1C Publishing to Rapidly Growing Digital Distribution NetworkTAMPA, Florida - - Men of War, Cryostasis, King’s Bounty: The Legend and More Now Available for Purchase on GameStreamer’s White Label Partner Network MctraxMedia: Legendary Songwriter Andy Fraser Joins Forces With TckTckTck CampaignLOS ANGELES - Andy Fraser, legendary musician and songwriter, best known for penning FREE’s rock anthem “All Right Now,” Robert Palmer’s mega-hit “Every Kinda People” and recent ground-breaking CD “Naked… and finally free,” is joining forces with Avaaz.org TckTckTck campaign to bring awareness to the need for a strong global climate agreement in Copenhagen. More Than 35 Million People Have Alzheimer’s and Dementia Worldwide, According To New ReportNEW YORK - More than 35 million people worldwide will have dementia in 2010, according to the 2009 World Alzheimer’s Report from Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI). The new report was released on September 21st, which is World Alzheimer’s Day. IronKey S200 Approved for Worldwide Usage With NATOLOS ALTOS, California - - IronKey To Safeguard NATO Member Data With Secure USB Drives Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China Named Overseer of Animation and Online Games Industry in ChinaSAN FRANCISCO - - 2009 Game Developers Conference(R) China Government Supporter Gains Traction Zeltiq(TM) Aesthetics Announces European CE Mark Approval for Non-Invasive Fat Layer Reduction Using Cryolipolysis(TM)NICE, France - - Impressive Clinical Results Presented at Major Scientific Meeting of Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons from Five Continents ASP Launches 24-Minute EXPRESS Cycle for the STERRAD(R) 100NX(TM) SystemIRVINE, California - - New Cycle is One of the Fastest on the Market and is Validated to Sterilize da Vinci(R) 3D Endoscopes UPC Selects Motorola EuroDOCSIS 3.0 Solutions to Deliver Ultra-Broadband Services Across EuropeAMSTERDAM - - UPC chooses Motorola SURFboard(R) SBV6120E Digital Voice Modems for ultra-broadband and IP-telephony services |