HONG KONG & SHANGHAI - Tuesday, May 10th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Adds to CMOC’s portfolio a scarce, world-class producing copper-cobalt mine with substantial upside Establishes CMOC as a leading copper producer and one of the largest cobalt producers globally Diversifies CMOC’s portfolio geographically with a strategic position in the Central African Copperbelt Positions CMOC to benefit from growing demand for cobalt, particularly from electric vehicles Enhances CMOC’s earnings and cash flow, given Tenke’s lowest-quartile cost position in the industry (BUSINESS WIRE)-- China Molybdenum Co., Ltd (“CMOC”) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary CMOC Limited has entered into a definitive agreement with Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (“Freeport”) to acquire 100% of its interest in Freeport-McMoRan DRC Holdings Ltd., which holds Freeport’s indirect 56% interest in the Tenke Fungurume copper-cobalt mine (“Tenke”), located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (“DRC”) (the “Transaction”). ... Read more »

HONG KONG ET SHANGHAÏ - Mardi 10 Mai 2016 [ME NewsWire] · L'opération étoffe le portefeuille de CMOC d'une exploitation minière rare, qui produit du cuivre et du cobalt, et possède une envergure mondiale ainsi qu'un bon potentiel de croissance. · CMOC se hisse ainsi parmi les principaux producteurs de cuivre et devient l'un des plus importants producteurs de cobalt de la planète. · La diversification géographique du portefeuille CMOC est renforcée d'une position stratégique dans la ceinture de cuivre centrafricaine. · CMOC se positionne ainsi de manière à tirer parti de la demande croissante de cobalt, en particulier pour les véhicules électriques. · Le résultat et les flux de trésorerie de CMOC seront améliorés en raison des faibles coûts supportés par la SMTF (quartile inférieur dans le secteur). (BUSINESS WIRE)--China Molybdenum Co., Ltd (« CMOC ») annonce aujourd'hui que sa filiale à 100 % CMOC Limited a conclu un accord définitif avec Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (« Freeport ») en ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Mardi 10 Mai 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)--Madison Realty Capital (MRC),, une société privée de placements immobiliers verticalement intégrée axée sur les placements de titres immobiliers et les placements par emprunt dans les marchés intermédiaires américains, a annoncé la clôture définitive de Madison Realty Capital Fund III LP (« MRC Debt Fund III »), son troisième véhicule de placement par emprunt dans l’immobilier institutionnel. Adam Tantleff, gestionnaire principal de MRC, en a fait l’annonce. Le fonds d’investissement privé discrétionnaire a levé un total de 695 millions de dollars en engagements de capitaux, ce qui dépasse largement son objectif initial de 600 millions de dollars. MRC a réuni des capitaux provenant d’un groupe diversifié d’investisseurs, y compris des fonds de pension publics, des fonds de pension privés, des fondations et des fonds de dotation, des family offices, et des gestionnaires de patrimoine. « MRC est heureux d’annoncer la clôture déf ... Read more »

GE Healthcare livre, en seulement 18 mois, la première solution de fabrication modulaire au monde basée sur la technologie de biotraitement à usage unique CHALFONT ST. GILES, Royaume-Uni, & WUHAN, Chine - Mardi 10 Mai 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)--JHL Biotech (JHL), une société biopharmaceutique, a ouvert aujourd'hui la première usine de fabrication biopharmaceutique KUBio™ au monde dotée de la technologie de biotraitement à usage unique, lors d'une cérémonie d'inauguration à Wuhan, en Chine. JHL utilisera la solution de fabrication KUBio de GE Healthcare pour fabriquer des produits biosimilaires 1 et des anticorps monoclonaux (mAbs) destinés à des essais cliniques de stade tardif et à l'approvisionnement commercial. L'usine offrira également des services de développement des processus et de fabrication à la base mondiale de clients de JHL. JHL et GE Healthcare se sont associés pour achever la construction de l'usine en l'espace de seulement 18 mois à l'aide de la solution de ... Read more »

NEC and Netcracker’s NFV Orchestrator Solution Highlights the Future of a Carrier Network Made of Modular Virtualized Network Functions TOKYO & WALTHAM, Mass. - Tuesday, May 10th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- NEC Corporation and Netcracker Technology announced today that they have participated in a trial with Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) to contribute to their NetroSphere concept. NTT’s NetroSphere concept is designed to transform carrier networks from static, single-service networks powered by purpose-built hardware to a dynamic, flexible assembly of smaller, modular components. This enables telecommunications service providers to deliver a diverse range of services to a wide variety of end users, on demand and at low cost. The trial incorporated numerous components, including a modular-based virtualized network, virtualized servers, orchestrators and controllers. As part of this trial, NEC and Netcracker provided their globally-proven NFV Orchestrator. ... Read more »

GE Healthcare delivers world’s first modular manufacturing solution based on single-use bioprocessing technology in just 18 months CHALFONT ST. GILES, United Kingdom & WUHAN, China - Tuesday, May 10th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- JHL Biotech (JHL), a biopharmaceutical company, opened the world’s first KUBio™ biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility with single-use bioprocessing technology at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Wuhan, China today. JHL will use the KUBio manufacturing solution delivered by GE Healthcare to manufacture biosimilars1 and monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) for late–stage clinical trials and commercial supply. The facility will also provide process development and manufacturing services for JHL’s global customer base. JHL and GE Healthcare partnered to complete the construction of the facility in just 18 months using GE’s KUBio manufacturing solution. KUBio is a prefabricated cGMP-compliant facility and process solution designed for scalable and cost-efficient ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Tuesday, May 10th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Madison Realty Capital (MRC), a vertically-integrated real estate private equity firm focused on real estate equity and debt investments in the U.S. middle markets, announced the final closing of Madison Realty Capital Debt Fund III LP (“MRC Debt Fund III”), the firm’s third institutional real estate debt investment vehicle. Adam Tantleff, Managing Principal of MRC, made the announcement. The discretionary private equity fund raised a total of $695 million in capital commitments, substantially exceeding its original goal of $600 million. MRC sourced capital for the fund from a diverse group of investors, including public pension funds, corporate pension funds, foundations and endowments, family offices, and wealth managers. “MRC is pleased to announce the final closing of our third fund at a level surpassing our initial target by a considerable margin,” Mr. Tantleff said. “We appreciate the tremendous support which we re ... Read more »

In its paper submitted at the Information Summit in Geneva ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Saturday, May 7th 2016 [ME NewsWire] A delegation from the United Arab Emirates presented a work paper titled “Child Online Protection” on Day 1 of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) forum. The forum is co-organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), UNESCO, UNDP and UNCTAD, in close collaboration with the United Nations and sister agencies, and features participation of world renowned experts and specialists. The work paper submitted by Lt. Colonel Faisal Mohammed Al Shimmari, CEO of the MoI’s Smart Government Program, discussed child protection. He noted that attempts by offenders to seduce, solicit, lure, or entice children and teenagers; possession of child sexual exploitation material especially and digital crime in general, are still grey areas that need to be treated further in many world countries. Lt. Colonel Al Shimmari gave an overview of the Chi ... Read more »

Virtualization Enabled Through Agile Management and Development Speeds Up the Process of Becoming a Digital Service Provider TOKYO & WALTHAM, Mass. - Monday, May 9th 2016 [ME NewsWire] (BUSINESS WIRE)-- NEC Corporation and Netcracker Technology unveiled today their Agile Virtualization Platform and Practice (AVP), a set of unique tools, platforms and services designed to accelerate and ease the adoption and commercialization of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV). With AVP, NEC and Netcracker will help service providers move their operations, business processes and overall organizations along the path to becoming digital service providers (DSPs) that can quickly take advantage of new revenue opportunities through improved agility and streamlined cost structures. AVP will accomplish this by giving service providers the technology, training and support to: 1. Identify, build and launch new revenue-generating services more quickly. 2. Manage ... Read more »

Nashwa Al Ruwaini addresses the International Business Women’s Group (IBWG) in Abu Dhabi ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, May 8th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Pyramedia CEO and renowned media personality, Nashwa Al Ruwaini addressed a packed audience gathered at the Beach Rotana Hotel in Abu Dhabi with her experiences and thoughts on women’s empowerment in the workforce. During her address, Al Ruwaini thanked the leadership of the UAE for their commitment to the cause of women which has enabled the UAE to become the most attractive work environment for women in the Arab world. “Our media industry in the Arab region has evolved immensely. The UAE ranks 27th in the world under the Gender Empowerment Measure (GEM), which is the best rating in the Arab world” she said. A regular name on the Forbes, CEO, Arabian Business among others as Top most powerful business women in the Middle-East, Nashwa Al Ruwaini recounted the challenges she overcame as a 15 year old teenager on radio before ... Read more »

Expo 2020 Dubai reaffirms its plans for a long-lasting legacy of innovation and wonderment that benefits the UAE and the wider region. Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, May 10th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Expo 2020 Dubai has revealed its master plan in the form of a dedicated experiential zone displayed at the 15th edition of the Arab Media Forum. Visitors were among the first to take a glimpse at how the Expo 2020 Dubai site will look and feel upon completion, through augmented reality and leading-edge digital technology. This experience will bring to life the recently announced winning designs of the Expo Theme Pavilions, dedicated to Opportunity, Mobility and Sustainability. Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, Director General of Bureau Expo Dubai 2020, commented: “We at Expo 2020 Dubai strive to deliver a comprehensive and inclusive experience, which began the moment the bid was won and will continue long after the Expo closes in 202 ... Read more »

Kuwait - Sunday, May 8th 2016 [ME NewsWire] KQIC Insured, a premier insurer in Kuwait yesterday announced the launch of a new electronic payment service for purchasing personal insurances online; customers can now log onto www.qic-insured.com, select the insurance cover and pay via KNET Speaking on the launch of this added service, Mr. Hassan Al-Jaidah, CEO of KQIC stated, “As part of our ongoing improvements and adaptations to our customers’ expectations and market demands, we are pleased to introduce the option of paying for personal insurances online via KNET” He further explained, “According to a BCG report, 75% of insurance purchases are expected to be via online channels by 2020; and by adding KNET as a payment option for our online portal www.qic-insured.com, we have made our personal insurance products more accessible and payment options easier” Commenting on the strategy behind this added feature, Mr. Frederik Bisbjerg, Executive Vice President MENA Retail remarked, “Addin ... Read more »

Combination creates leading independent global Investment Bank SAN FRANCISCO & LONDON & ZURICH & FRANKFURT & MILAN & TOKYO - Monday, May 9th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Goal is to be the pre-eminent global investment bank focused on growth companies New company operates as GCA Altium in Europe and GCA in the United States and Asia GCA will be a premier global M&A advisor in the technology and eCommerce fields GCA comprises more than 300 experienced M&A bankers who are growth company experts The new company has a strong and balanced presence in the three core M&A markets -US, Europe and Asia, with 1/3 of the firm’s pro forma revenue expected to be derived from each region (BUSINESS WIRE)-- GCA Savvian Corporation, a premier global investment bank (TSE: 2174), and Altium, a leading international mid-market financial advisory group, today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement. This combination creates a leading independent international investment bank focuse ... Read more »

أبوظبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة - يوم الخَمِيس 5 مايو 2016 [ME NewsWire] خرّجت كلية الشرطة في أبوظبي 30 موظفاً يمثلون وزارة الثقافة وتنمية المجتمع ومؤسسة الإمارات لتنمية الشباب" تكاتف"، وصندوق "خليفة" لدعم مشاريع الشباب، و مكتب ثقافة احترام القانون بوزارة الداخلية، ومركز وزارة الداخلية للابتكار، وطيران "الاتحاد "، وجمعية الإمارات للعلاقات العامة، انهوا دورة متخصصة ضمن برنامج " أمني 8" بشعار "الإبداع والابتكار في خدمة الوطن". وقال العقيد وليد سالم الشامسي مدير عام كلية الشرطة، الذي سلّم شهادات التخريج، للمستفيدين من الدورة، إن وزارة الداخلية تحرص على تنظيم هذه الدورات إسهاما ً في رفع مستوى الوعي الأمني لدى المشاركين والمشاركات في البرنامج، بهدف تنمية وتطوير الموارد البشرية العاملة، لتمكينها من مواجهة تحديات العصر الراهن بكل كفاءة وفعالية. وأوضح المقدم محمد بطي الشامسي، رئيس قسم العلاقات والتوجيه بالكلية، أن هذا البرنامج يتم عقده للعام الثامن على التوالي، وامتدت الدورة على خمسة أيام تدريبية، تنوعت بين محاضرات وزيارات ميدانية، اطلع خلالها المشاركون على العديد من المواضيع الثقافية والم ... Read more »

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, May 5th 2016 [ME NewsWire] Abu Dhabi Police arrested four young people (two Gulf and two Asian Nationals) and confiscated 10 kilograms of hashish found concealed in coffee bags hidden on a farm in Abu Dhabi.. Colonel Dr. Rashid Mohammad Borshid, Head of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), stressed the Abu Dhabi Police’s commitment to acquire the appropriate capabilities and skills to thwart criminal activities and to identify, arrest, and prosecute the perpetrators. He also called upon community members, nationals and residents alike, to report any violations and illegal behaviors. According to Colonel Borshid, the Criminal Investigation Department operates according to an elaborate security system that studies and analyzes cases, looks for common evidence, and seeks to uncover the mysteries associated with crimes, in an effort to identify offenders. It also seeks to place drug dealers under surveillance in order to thwart their p ... Read more »

INGELHEIM, Germany - Monday, May 9th 2016 [ME NewsWire] The trial will evaluate efficacy and safety of nintedanib* as a first-line oral treatment in combination with pemetrexed/cisplatin followed by continuing nintedanib monotherapy Nintedanib targets receptors that play a role in tumour growth and development of metastasis in malignant pleural mesothelioma where no other targeted therapies are currently approved Follows EU approval of nintedanib (Vargatef®) in combination with docetaxel for treatment of adenocarcinoma of the lung after first-line chemotherapy (BUSINESS WIRE)-- Boehringer Ingelheim today announced the enrolment of the first patient in the global Phase III trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of nintedanib in combination with pemetrexed/cisplatin, followed by continuing nintedanib monotherapy, as a first-line treatment for patients with unresectable malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM). Patients will qualify for enrolment in the trial if they are not eligible t ... Read more »