Slip Robotics, a next-generation provider of automated truck-loading robots-as-a-service, has successfully raised $28 million in Series B funding. This financing round was led by DCVC, a prominent Silicon Valley venture capital firm specializing in deep technology investments. The funding marks…
Innovations at Westlake Announce Strategic Investment in Universal Matter Westlake Innovations, a subsidiary of Westlake Corporation, has made a strategic investment in Universal Matter, Inc., a company based in Burlington, Ontario. Universal Matter’s vision is to become a global leader…
Cedo, a global frontrunner in sustainable FMCG private label solutions, has achieved another significant milestone in its mission to advance circularity in the plastics industry. The company has acquired Plasta Group, one of Europe’s largest recyclers, producers, and suppliers of…
Ingevity Appoints Kevin Willis to Board of Directors Ingevity Corporation has announced the election of J. Kevin Willis to its board of directors, effective immediately. With this addition, Ingevity’s Board now comprises nine directors, eight of whom are independent. The…
Martin Midstream Partners L.P. (MMLP) recently announced that the independent proxy advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS) has recommended that MMLP unitholders vote in favor of the proposed transaction with Martin Resource Management Corporation (MRMC). This recommendation comes ahead…
Cintas Corporation has been celebrated by Forbes as one of America’s Most Trusted Companies, highlighting the organization’s dedication to fostering trust across its extensive stakeholder network. Ranking 96th out of more than 2,000 companies evaluated, Cintas’ recognition underscores its unwavering…
PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC), a leader in the global chemical sector, has entered into a strategic partnership with Econic Technologies, an innovator in renewable carbon solutions, and allnex, a global leader in industrial coating resins and additives.…
United Record Pressing (URP), the iconic American vinyl record pressing company, is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a bold transformation of its manufacturing operations. This overhaul, which integrates cellular manufacturing and cutting-edge technologies, sets a new standard for quality, speed,…
Kao Corporation has issued a detailed response to recent claims made by Oasis Management Company Ltd. (“Oasis Management”), an investment management firm and shareholder in the company, regarding the selection process for Director candidates at Kao’s 119th Ordinary General Meeting…
IDE Technologies, a global leader in water treatment solutions, has been honored with the IDRA Industry and Sustainability Award for achieving the Lowest Carbon Footprint in Desalination. This accolade recognizes the innovative advancements at the company’s Sorek II facility, a…
Oasis Management Company Ltd. (“Oasis Management”), an investment management firm and a shareholder of Kao Corporation, recently released a statement expressing concerns regarding the governance practices of the company. Specifically, the statement addresses the Director candidates proposed for Kao’s upcoming…
WD-40 Company has announced the appointment of Eric P. Etchart as the new non-executive chairman of its board of directors, effective immediately. Mr. Etchart takes over from Gregory A. Sandfort, who retired following the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Etchart…