PALO ALTO, Calif. - Wednesday, February 6th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

MetricStream solution will provide a single point of reference for managing and tracking enterprise-wide risks, as well as internal audit data and activities across the firm’s global enterprise

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- United Technologies Corp. (UTC) has chosen MetricStream to provide an integrated solution for Risk-Based Audit Management. MetricStream Audit ManagementSolution will consolidate the full gamut of internal audit processes on a common platform, enabling the company’s 100 auditors around the globe to better manage, track, and collaborate across various projects. The solution will also provide risk intelligence that will empower the firm’s auditors with quality data, and enable them to better prioritize and plan their audits and related audit processes.

United Technologies Corp., based in Hartford, Connecticut, is a diversified company providing high technology products and services to the building ... Read more »

BOSTON - Wednesday, February 6th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mechanology Inc., an engineering company involved in developing and commercializing unique expander and compressor technologies with a particular focus on energy efficiency, renewable energy and the energy/power recovery markets has two revolutionary pieces of intellectual property to sell. The Toroidal Intersecting Vane Machine (TIVM) and the Oscillating Vane Machine (Dragonfly). These technologies include prototypes, test data, technical data, 3D models, drawings and assembly procedures, issued, pending, and provisional patents, project files, ECN records, test stands and equipment.

TIVM

TIVM is a patented positive displacement oil-free expander with unmatched performance in low flow steam applications. Consisting of two moving parts that are self-synchronized, any need for gears or other drive mechanisms is eliminated, resulting in a cost effective solution for power recovery applications belo ... Read more »

ATLANTA - Mercredi 6 Février 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--SIPCO, LLC a le plaisir d’annoncer que Leviton, un chef de file des dispositifs de raccordement électrique, des solutions de connectivité des réseaux et des centres de données, ainsi que des systèmes de gestion de l'énergie d'éclairage, est devenu fier membre du portefeuille de brevets Essential Wireless MeshTM (« EWM ») en signant un accord de licence du portefeuille de licences EWM.

À propos de SIPCO, LLC

SIPCO est un innovateur de premier plan en réseau maillé et technologie connexe basé à Atlanta, en Géorgie. Fondée par le célèbre inventeur T. David Petite, SIPCO a développé des technologies autorisant une mise en réseau sans fil auto-organisatrice robuste et des technologies connexes appelées Wireless Mesh de pair avec IntusIQ. Wireless Mesh est utilisé dans des protocoles ... Read more »

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, February 5th 2013

Students starting their academic careers this semester get their first taste of student life on the Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) campus during the annual Winter Week of Welcome which takes place on the 6 and 7 February 2013.

Dubbed ‘W.O.W’, the hotly anticipated two day event provides students with the opportunity to meet new classmates and future friends while taking part in a number of exciting activities.

Winter W.O.W is open to all students in Dubai, from existing university students to those in their final years of high school.  It is an opportunity for the Emirate’s student population to come together, mingle and network in a relaxed, but informative environment.  It is also a smart way for students in high school, and those starting to think about their options in higher education, to witness firsthand what a truly international college lifestyle is all about. ... Read more »

ATLANTA - Tuesday, February 5th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- SIPCO, LLC is pleased to announce that Leviton, a leader in electrical wiring devices, network and data center connectivity solutions, and lighting energy management systems, has become a proud member of the Essential Wireless MeshTM ("EWM”) Patent Portfolio by taking a license to the EWM Patent Portfolio.

About SIPCO, LLC

SIPCO is a leading innovator of mesh networking and related technology based in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded by renowned inventor T. David Petite, SIPCO developed technologies enabling robust self-organizing wireless networking and related technologies known as Wireless Mesh in conjunction with IntusIQ. Wireless Mesh is used in protocols such as ZigBee, Z-Wave, IEEE 802.15.4, WirelessHART and proprietary mesh network and in other wireless applications such as SmartGrid, building automation, industrial controls, network backhaul, smart vehicles, home appliances, home automation and ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Mardi 5 Février 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Un homme qui a changé le monde à travers le commerce international – et qui l'a fait plus d'une fois – Guy F. Tozzoli, Président émérite de la World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), est décédé samedi soir dans son sommeil à Myrtle Beach dans l'État de Caroline du Sud. Il aurait eu 91 ans le 12 février.

« Nous sommes profondément attristés par le décès de Guy », a déclaré Eric R. Dahl, Directeur général de la WTCA. « Nos pensées vont à sa famille et ses amis à travers le monde. Guy laisse derrière lui le formidable héritage de l'établissement de la WTCA à travers une présence internationale dans près de 100 pays depuis qu'il l'avait fondée en 1970. Qui plus est, sa vision de prospérité à travers les échanges commerciaux et les investissem ... Read more »

JAKARTA, Indonesia - Tuesday, February 5th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

    Suspension of natural forest clearance which applies to all suppliers
    Protection of all forests, including those on peatland
    High Carbon Stock assessments to be implemented
    Adoption of international best practice for rights of indigenous peoples and local communities
    Independent monitoring by NGOs

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Asia Pulp & Paper Group (APP) has announced an end to the clearing of natural forest across its entire supply chain in Indonesia, with immediate effect.

From February 1st, all of APP’s suppliers have suspended natural forest clearance whilst independent assessments take place to identify areas of high conservation value that will be protected through a long-term management programme.

High Carbon Stock (HCS) assessments undertaken by The Forest Trust (TFT) will identify all fore ... Read more »

NEW YORK - Tuesday, February 5th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- A man who changed the world through international trade – and did so more than once – Guy F. Tozzoli, President Emeritus of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), died Saturday evening in his sleep in Myrtle Beach, SC. He would have turned 91 on February 12.

"It is with great sadness that we note Guy’s passing,” said Eric R. Dahl, Chief Executive Officer of the WTCA. "Our thoughts are with his family and friends worldwide. Guy leaves behind the powerful legacy of having built the WTCA into a global presence in nearly 100 countries since he founded it in 1970. More importantly, his vision of prosperity through trade and investment lives on. We remain committed in our pursuit of this vision."

Tozzoli was responsible for overseeing the planning, construction, and operation of the former 110-story World Trade Center towers. His impact ranges from pioneering the containerization of cargo by helpi ... Read more »

New management reflects focus on continued growth

DALLAS - Tuesday, February 5th 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MoneyGram International (NYSE:MGI), a leading global money transfer company, today announced that Peter E. Ohser has been promoted to senior vice president, U.S. and Canada, and Grant Lines has joined MoneyGram as senior vice president, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

"I am very pleased to announce the addition of these two talented individuals to our leadership team,” said Pamela H. Patsley, MoneyGram’s chairman and CEO. "Pete has been with MoneyGram for 12 years in a variety of roles, and has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, a keen understanding of the Company and our industry, and the ability to develop and maintain solid relationships in our agent base. It is exciting to have the opportunity to benefit from MoneyGram’s internal talent growth, and for the Company to continue to benefit from Pete’s contributions in a broader ca ... Read more »

SKIEN, Norvège - Mardi 5 Février 2013 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Le programme des bourses d'études Ibsen récompense, dans le domaine du théâtre et des arts de la scène, des projets innovants qui encouragent le discours critique portant sur les questions existentielles et sociétales abordées dans la vie et les pièces d'Henrik Ibsen.

Ces bourses d'études, d'un montant de 1 000 000 de couronnes norvégiennes (environ 135 000 euros/180 000 dollars US), seront accordées pour des projets élaborés dans le monde entier.

Les bourses s'adressent à des particuliers, organisations ou institutions appartenant au milieu artistique et culturel.

Les bourses d'études Ibsen sont attribuées chaque année après un examen minutieux des dossiers de candidatures par un jury désigné.

Les bourses d'études Ibsen ont été instituées par le ... Read more »