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  • Highlight & Pivotal start Phase IIa melanoma trial

    Highlight Therapeutics and Pivotal work together on Melanoma therapy andlaunch a Phase IIa trial to examine BO-112 efficacy and safety Trial will examine administration of Highlight's BO-112 in combination with an anti-PD1 in unresectable or metastatic melanoma patientsRecruitment has already begun across 19 top-level centers in Spain and FranceNo delays to recruitment despite the persistent challenges encountered during the COVID-19 pandemic MADRID, Spain, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Highlight Therapeutics, ("Highlight"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing RNA-based therapies against cancer, and Pivotal, a Europe-wide full-service CRO, today announced that the first patients have been recruited in a Phase IIa study to assess Highlight's lead program BO-112 in combination with an anti-PD1 therapy, in patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma that have previously progressed to checkpoint inhibitors. Melanoma is the most malignant tumor of the skin although it can be seldom found in other organs. Incidences of this tumor are rapidly increasing in western countries and, once disseminated, it has been considered an incurable disease with limited therapeutic options. Recently, immunotherapy with anti-PD1 (checkpoint inhibitors) showed encouraging results with 30-36% patients alive at 5 years. Unfortunately, the median PFS (progression free survival) is less than 12 months, mainly due to primary or acquired resistance to anti-PD1 treatment, and most of those patients will die due to the tumor or its complications. "This Phase IIa study is an important step forward in our strategy to develop effective cancer therapies which can be used in combination with checkpoint inhibitors. We are looking to produce a better immunological response in anti-PD1 therapy-sensitive patients, and to induce or maintain responses for those patients that progress or are initially treatment-resistant. BO-112 has the potential to be employed from the beginning of disease treatment and we believe it offers patients a resistant status after immunological treatment," said Dr. Marisol Quintero, PhD, CEO of Highlight Therapeutics. "We are encouraged by the effectiveness already seen in previously treated melanoma patients in the phase I study with BO-112 and we are pleased to be working once more with the highly experienced and dedicated team at Pivotal." This Phase IIa, open-label clinical study is a non-comparative trial implemented in 19 sites across Spain and France. The protocol will include a minimum of 40 non-resectable melanoma patients. This is the third trial with BO-112, following initiation of the phase I trial in 2016. In 2020, a second trial was initiated in gastrointestinal tumors from which the first cohorts have already been successfully completed, and the recruitment of this phase IIa trial has now been initiated in melanoma despite the obstacles presented due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study will evaluate the anti-tumoral activity and systemic exposure of repeated intratumoral injections of BO-112 into a tumoral lesion, in combination with intravenously administered anti-PD1. BO-112 has intrinsic anti-tumoral effects, but interestingly acts on several mechanisms involved in resistance to Checkpoint inhibitors. "The excellence in clinical research of the clinical investigators´ teams, together with Pivotal's infrastructure and vast experience in the implementation and performance of innovative early phases clinical trials, will allow us to accelerate the research and to quickly test this new treatment regimen," said Dr. Lourdes Huarte, PhD, Senior Vice President of Regulatory and Clinical Operations at Pivotal. "The challenge of this trial was to swiftly implement the study and activate its recruitment in a period negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We are delighted to have diligently achieved our first milestone with the recruitment of the first patients in this trial." About Highlight Therapeutics Highlight Therapeutics, formerly known as Bioncotech Therapeutics, is a private, clinical-stage company dedicated to unlocking the full potential of immuno-oncology. Our lead drug candidate BO-112 is a best-in-class RNA-based therapy which has been demonstrated to initiate a powerful immune response, leveraging a unique multi-target approach to turn 'cold' tumors 'hot' and therefore visible to the immune system. It has the potential to rescue patients who are resistant to current checkpoint inhibitor therapy, a very large market opportunity. BO-112 is currently being investigated in a range of clinical trials as a monotherapy and in combination with checkpoint inhibitors. In addition to in-house research, Highlight Therapeutics has a number of external collaborators, including Merck & Co and UCLA. For more information, please visit www.highlighttherapeutics.com; or Contacts Dr. Marisol Quintero CEO at Highlight Therapeutics info@highlighttherapeutics.comMo PR AdvisoryTel: +44 (0) 7876 444977 / 07860 361746Mo Noonan/Jonathan Birt About Pivotal Pivotal was founded in 2001 by Dr. Ibrahim Farr on the principle that strategic medical advice and support should be the backbone of all clinical trials. After working for over two decades in the pharmaceutical industry, Dr. Farr recognized the need for a medium-sized CRO with a solid internal medical franchise that could act not only as the "doers" but also as the "co-thinkers" for their clients, through its strategic scientific advice. To date, we are the trusted adviser and counsellor for many companies to deliver maximum value in their drug and medical devices development programs. We are a leading privately held European CRO and, since inception, we have experienced a fast and steady organic growth in Europe. Pivotal´s client portfolio spans major pharmaceutical, biotechnological, medical device and nutrition companies, as well as independent investigators and cooperative groups. We have long-standing relations with over 200 clients. Pivotal has extensive experience across major therapeutic areas and phases I to IV. Our highly customized teams bring to each client a combination of broad industry knowledge and operational excellence, to offer our clients fresh perspectives and breakthrough business insights. Additionally, we have built a strong oncology, innovative therapies, infectious diseases, vaccines, rare diseases and early phases hub that enables us to tackle our customers most difficult challenges, turning recommendations into concrete actions. By remaining true to our core principles and values, our vision is to become our client's preferred outsourcing solution partner. For more information, please visit www.pivotalcr.com; orContact Ms Natalia Farr at Pivotal natalia.farr@pivotalcr.com This information is provided by Reach, the non-regulatory press release distribution service of RNS, part of the London Stock Exchange. Terms and conditions relating to the use and distribution of this information may apply. For further information, please contact rns@lseg.com or visit www.rns.com.

  • The Latin American Cybersecurity Market was valued at USD 4.84 billion in 2020, and it is projected to be worth USD 9.57 billion by 2026, registering a CAGR of 10.8% during the forecast period (2021-2026

    ). With the recent outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations across the world must respond proactively to cyber threats that have witnessed a spike during the pandemic. Owing to this, cyber resilience, which refers to a sector or organization’s ability to respond to, prepare for, and recover from cyberattacks, has become an absolute necessity rather than an option in the current scenario.New York, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Latin America Cyber Security Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028462/?utm_source=GNW - Cyber threats are internet-based attempts to damage or disrupt information systems and hack critical information using spyware, malware, and phishing. Cybersecurity solutions help an organization to monitor, detect, report, and counter cyber threats to maintain data confidentiality.- The adoption of cybersecurity solutions is expected to grow with the increasing penetration of the internet among the Latin American countries. Also, the expanding wireless network for mobile devices has increased data vulnerability making cybersecurity an integral part of every single organization across Latin America. The rising incidents of cyber attacks and regulations requiring for reporting are driving the growth of the cybersecurity market in Latin America.- Brazil is one of the emerging economies with increasing investment in IT infrastructure and rising smartphone and internet penetration. Although the country is moving towards advanced ICT, it lacks proper cybersecurity measures owing to which the hackers are finding vulnerabilities to exploit. Hence, the growing M2M or IoT connections is strengthening the demand for cybersecurity solutions.- However, the lack of cyber security profession has been a concerning factor, limiting the growth for cybersecurity market in Latin America.Key Market TrendsCloud Deployment to Grow Significantly- The increasing realization among enterprises about the importance of saving money and resources by moving their data to the cloud, instead of building and maintaining new data storage, is driving the demand for cloud-based solutions, and hence, the adoption of on-demand security services in the region.- Owing to multiple benefits, both large enterprises and SMEs in the region are increasingly opting for cloud-based solutions. Over the course of the next few years, cloud platforms and ecosystems are anticipated to serve as a launchpad for an explosion in the pace and scale of digital innovation.- Security has been a critical consideration at each step of the cloud adoption cycle, as IT provision has moved from on-premise to outside of company’s walls. In the case of the Latin American region, SMEs have been preferring cloud deployment as it allows them to focus on their core competencies, rather than invest their capital in security infrastructure since they have limited cybersecurity budgets.- Furthermore, deployment of public cloud service extends the boundary of trust beyond the organization, which makes security a vital part of the cloud infrastructure. However, the increasing usage of cloud-based solutions has significantly simplified the adoption of cybersecurity practices by enterprises.- With the increased adoption of cloud services, such as Google Drive, Dropbox, and Microsoft Azure, among others, and with these tools emerging as an integral part of business processes, enterprises have to deal with security issues, such as loss of control over sensitive data. This gives rise to increased incorporation of on-demand cybersecurity solutions.Increasing M2M Connections Demand Cyber Security- While GSMA reported that IoT connections in Latin America are expected to grow to 1300 million by 2025 from 444 million in 2017, M2M connections are also anticipated to witness a significant rise. The IoT describes the coordination of multiple devices, machines, and appliances connected to the Internet through multiple networks.- These devices include everyday objects such as tablets, consumer electronics, and other machines, such as vehicles, monitors, and sensors equipped with M2M communications that allow them to send and receive data.- As M2M connectivity support sensors, probes, modems, modules and routers used, the IoT and M2M connectivity has driven the market for cyber security in the region.- Owing to the positive growth prospect in the region, various firms are offering IoT design, consulting, and integration services. For instance, Agrus Data is a Brazilian IoT provider who specializes in the agriculture vertical; In April of 2019, Agrus Data and Embratel, a telecommunications operator in Brazil, have partnered in order to collaborate in the development and sale of connectivity solutions for agriculture. Argus Data already has 10 million data collected and 20 developed projects.Competitive LandscapeThe market for cyber security in Latin America has witnessed increased competition among many big players existing in the market. Additionally, more emerging companies are entering into the market with the growing economies in the region. Moreover, the market players are witnessing innovation as a key market catalyst.- December 2020- CyberArk, launched a free assessment offer to help SolarWinds Orion customers identify privileged access-related risk and implement steps to mitigate future exposure to a potential cyber attack.Reasons to Purchase this report:- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format- 3 months of analyst supportRead the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028462/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001

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  • Around the world, COVID prompts new look at company taxes

    The huge public deficits that have piled up as governments bail out their pandemic-hit economies are prompting the first rethink of a four-decade decline in corporate tax rates worldwide. Britain may be first to see the tide turn as soon as Wednesday when finance minister Rishi Sunak is widely expected to announce a small increase in corporate levies in his budget announcement to help pay for the hit from COVID-19. At 19%, Britain's corporate tax rate is among the lowest of the mostly wealthy 37 countries in the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) group, whose average is 23%.

  • Global Structural Adhesive Market Technology Landscape, Trends and Opportunities Report 2021 Featuring 3M, DowDuPont, Henkel, Arkema, & HB Fuller - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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  • Global Food Traceability Market Report 2021 Featuring Major Players - Honeywell, C.H. Robinson, DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences, Bio-Rad Laboratories, IBM, Intertek, Cognex, and Zebra Technologies

    Dublin, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Food Traceability Market - A Global and Regional Study: Focus on Products (Barcode, RFID, Infrared), Applications (Dairy, Meat, Poultry and Seafood), End-User (Food Retailer, Food Manufacturer, Warehouses) and Country-Level Analysis - Analysis and Forecast, 2019-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. There has been an increase in the focus among companies in the food industry over the implementation of food traceability systems in their working. Due to the increasing food contamination cases, mass product recalls, and food adulteration incidents, the need of a traceability system for the safety and reliability of food is a must. With a hands-on traceability system where the consumer can check the farm-to-fork history of their product, the consumer's trust can be achieved. Also, governments have made active contributions for the betterment of the food industry with laws and regulations that promote food traceability and make it mandatory in some areas. The food safety and traceability system is a solution to a number of problems in the food industry and is a must to achieve complete food safety. Major driving factors for the global food traceability system industry over the years have been the increasing concern among consumers regarding the safety of their food. Several food adulteration incidents and recalls have added to the diminishing trust among consumers regarding their food's safety. Key companies in the industry are actively incorporating tracking and tracing systems in their working, and companies like IBM Corporation have developed a food traceability software named IBM Food Trust, which is a big solution to major food industry companies. Competitive Landscape The competitive landscape of the global food traceability market consists of different strategies undertaken by major players across the industry to gain market presence. Some of the strategies adopted by food traceability software and hardware manufacturers are new product launches, business expansions, partnerships, and collaborations. Among all the strategies adopted, business expansions have been the most prominent strategy adopted by the food traceability product manufacturers. The competitive landscape provides an organization with the edge to understand its key business strategy in the industry, its current competitors, and potential future competitors that might have made their way into the market. The global food traceability market is poised to grow over time, compelling companies to come up with collaborative strategies to sustain in the intensely competitive market. Companies with an identical product portfolio with a need for additional resources often partner and come together for joint venture programs, which help the companies gain access to one another's resources and facilitates them to achieve their objectives faster. This strategy has been a widely adopted strategy by the players in this market. Key players in the global food traceability market are coming up with different product launch activities to generate public awareness about their new and upcoming hardware and software traceability products. The product development and innovation have helped these companies to compete with the competitors' product portfolio. This strategy has also been a widely adopted strategy by the players in this market. Honeywell International Inc, C.H. Robinson Inc, DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences, Bio-Rad Laboratories, IBM Corporation, Intertek Group, Cognex Corporation, and Zebra Technologies, among others Key Topics Covered: Executive Summary 1 Market1.1 Industry Outlook1.1.1 Industry Attractiveness1.2 Food Traceability Market- Patent Analysis1.2.1 Patent Analysis by Status1.2.2 Patent Analysis by Company1.3 Business Dynamics1.3.1 Business Drivers1.3.1.1 Rising Concerns Toward Food Safety Among Consumers1.3.1.2 Increase in Food Product Recalls and Contamination Cases1.3.1.3 Initiatives by Regulatory Bodies to Improve Food Safety Across Countries1.3.2 Business Challenges1.3.2.1 Lack of basic infrastructure in developing countries1.3.2.2 Difficulty in data collection and accuracy of information1.3.2.3 Cost requirements for traceability systems1.3.3 Business Strategies1.3.3.1 Product Development and Innovation1.3.3.2 Market Developments1.3.4 Corporate Strategies1.3.4.1 Mergers and Acquisitions1.3.4.2 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Joint Ventures1.3.4.3 Others1.3.5 Business Opportunities1.3.5.1 Technological advancements in food traceability industry1.3.5.2 Growth Opportunities in Emerging Markets1.3.6 Impact of COVID-19 on Food Traceability Market 2 Application2.1 Application and Specification2.1.1 Dairy Products2.1.2 Meat, Poultry, and Seafood2.1.3 Beverages2.1.4 Fresh Produce2.1.5 Others (grains, seeds, nuts)2.2 Demand Analysis of Food Traceability (by Application)2.2.1 Dairy Products2.2.2 Meat, Poultry, and Seafood2.2.3 Beverages2.2.4 Fresh Produce2.2.5 Others (grains, seeds, nuts)2.3 End User and Specification2.3.1 Food Manufacturers2.3.2 Food Retailers2.3.3 Government Department2.3.4 Warehouses2.4 Demand Analysis of Food Traceability (by End User)2.4.1 Food Manufacturers2.4.2 Food Retailers2.4.3 Government Department2.4.4 Warehouses 3 Product3.1 Product and Specification3.1.1 RFID3.1.2 Barcodes3.1.3 Infrared3.1.4 Biometrics3.1.5 Others3.2 Demand Analysis of Food Traceability (by Product)3.2.1 RFID3.2.2 Barcodes3.2.3 Infrared3.2.4 Biometrics3.2.5 Others 4 Region 5 Markets - Competitive Benchmarking & Company Profiles Bio-Rad LaboratoriesC.H. Robinson IncCognex CorporationDuPont Nutrition and BiosciencesFoodLogiQHarvestMarkHoneywell International IncIBM CorporationInforIntertek GroupMASS GroupMerit-Trax TechnologiesOptel GroupSGS SAThermo Fisher ScientificZebra Technologies For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/5nam4o CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

  • Global Sales of Electric Vehicles/Cars to Grow at 22% Market CAGR Share to Reach USD 700 Billion By 2026: Facts & Factors

    According to the [190+ Pages] research study; the global Electric Vehicles Market in 2019 was approximately USD 140 Billion. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 22% and is anticipated to reach around USD 700 Billion by 2026. Top market players are Mitsubishi, BAIC, Toyota, General Motors, Daimler, Tesla, Ford, Changan, BMW and others.New York, NY, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Facts and Factors have published a new research report titled “Electric Vehicles Market By Vehicle Type (Two-Wheeler, Commercial Vehicle, and Passenger Car), By Propulsion Type [Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)], By Components (Electric Motor, Battery Cells & Packs, Infotainment, and On-Board Charge), By Charging Station Type (Super Charging and Normal Charging), By Vehicle Class (Luxury and Mid-Priced), By Power Output (250 KW and Above, 100-250 KW, and Less than 100 KW), And By Region: Global Industry Outlook, Market Size, Business Intelligence, Consumer Preferences, Statistical Surveys, Comprehensive Analysis, Historical Developments, Current Trends, and Forecasts, 2020–2026”. “According to the research study, the global Electric Vehicles Market was estimated at USD 140 Billion in 2019 and is expected to reach USD 700 Billion by 2026. The global Electric Vehicles Market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22% from 2019 to 2026”. The global electric vehicles (EVs) market is witnessing substantial growth in the coming years owing to the swiftly escalating year-on-year adoption rate of electric vehicles across the globe; favorable policies, incentives, and subsidies introduced by several state governments; along with the quick establishment of infrastructure supporting EVs. Some European countries, China, and the U.S. led the global electric vehicle market in terms of sales of hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). Apart from this, the launch of turbo-chargers and wireless charging setups for electric vehicles is positively impacting the industry growth during the study timeframe. Request Your Free Sample Report of Electric Vehicles Market @ https://www.fnfresearch.com/sample/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 (The free sample of this report is readily available on request). Our Free Sample Report Includes: 2020 Updated Report Introduction, Overview, and In-depth industry analysisCOVID-19 Pandemic Outbreak Impact Analysis Included190+ Pages Research Report (Inclusion of Updated Research)Provide Chapter-wise guidance on Request2020 Updated Regional Analysis with Graphical Representation of Size, Share & TrendsIncludes Updated List of table & figuresUpdated Report Includes Top Market Players with their Business Strategy, Sales Volume, and Revenue AnalysisFacts and Factors research methodology (Note: The sample of this report is updated with COVID-19 impact analysis before delivery) Key Questions Answered in this Report 1) What was the impact of COVID-19 on the Electric Vehicles Market? 2) What is the market size, share of the Electric Vehicles Market? 3) Who are the top market players in Electric Vehicles Market? 4) What will be the future market of the Electric Vehicles Market? Key Offerings: Market Size & Forecast by Revenue | 2020−2026Market Dynamics – Leading trends, growth drivers, restraints, and investment opportunitiesMarket Segmentation – A detailed analysis by product, by types, end-user, applications, segments, and geographyCompetitive Landscape – Top key vendors and other prominent vendors Inquire more about this report before purchase @ https://www.fnfresearch.com/inquiry/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 (You may enquire a report quote OR available discount offers to our sales team before purchase.) Impact Analysis of COVID-19 Pandemic on Businesses: Know Short Term and Long Term Impact Most of the businesses are facing a growing litany of business-critical concerns related to the coronavirus outbreak, including supply chain disruptions, a risk of a recession, and a potential drop in consumer spending. All these scenarios will play out differently across various regions and industries, making accurate and timely market research more essential than ever. We at Facts and Factors (http://www.fnfresearch.com) understand how difficult it is for you to plan, strategize, or make business decisions, and as such, we have your back to support you in these uncertain times with our research insights. Our team of consultants, analysts, and experts has developed an analytical model tool for markets that helps us to assess the impact of the virus more effectively on the industrial markets. We are further implementing these insights into our reports for a better understanding of our clients. Request COVID-19 Impact Analysis on Businesses: https://www.fnfresearch.com/sample/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 The extensive demand for mid-priced vehicles is likely to flourish the EV segment at splendid CAGR The EV market is swiftly expanding with time and in the next few decades, the electric vehicle segment will overwhelm the gasoline vehicles segment. To improve the EV adoption rate, the industrial players are dedicated to developing highly efficient & durable batteries at affordable prices. The automakers are trying to implement a comfortable driving experience for the mid-priced EV segment rather than offering premium features like instrument clusters and infotainment. China EV market leads in terms of demand & sales of mid-priced electric vehicle segment. Some of the globally renowned automakers are offering electric vehicles at affordable prices compared to other industries. Top Market Players: MitsubishiBAICToyotaGeneral MotorsDaimlerTeslaFordChanganBMWHyundaiJMCGVolkswagenJACYutongSAICRenault-NissanBYDZotyeGeelyChery To know an additional revised 2020 list of market players, request a sample report: https://www.fnfresearch.com/sample/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 Under vehicle type segment, the “commercial vehicle” is projected to grow splendidly during the projected period The commercial vehicle category, which primarily includes electric buses, is anticipated to spur at a remarkable CAGR, as the electric buses are being adopted at an increased rate in Asian countries, particularly India & China. Moreover, several regions are focused on substituting their existing gasoline-based vehicle fleet with electric buses. Directly Purchase a copy of the report with TOC @ https://www.fnfresearch.com/buynow/su/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 The report study further includes an in-depth analysis of industry players' market shares and provides an overview of leading players' market position in the global electric vehicles sector. Key strategic developments in the global electric vehicles market competitive landscape such as acquisitions & mergers, inaugurations of different products and services, partnerships & joint ventures, MoU agreements, VC & funding activities, R&D activities, and geographic expansion among other noteworthy activities by key players of the global electric vehicles market are appropriately highlighted in the report. The global electric vehicles (EVs) market share is witnessing substantial growth in the coming years owing to the swiftly escalating year-on-year adoption rate of electric vehicles across the globe; favorable policies, incentives, and subsidies introduced by several state governments; along with the quick establishment of infrastructure supporting EVs. Some European countries, China, and the U.S. led the global electric vehicle market in terms of sales of hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). Apart from this, the launch of turbo-chargers and wireless charging setups for electric vehicles is positively impacting the industry growth during the study timeframe. Request Customized Copy of Report @ https://www.fnfresearch.com/customization/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 (We customize your report according to your research need. Ask our sales team for report customization.) Also Read, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Market Research Report, 2020-2026 The global electric vehicles market research report delivers an acute valuation and taxonomy of the global electric vehicles industry by practically splitting the market on the basis of different vehicle types, propulsion types, components, charging station types, vehicle classes, power outputs, and regions. Through the analysis of the historical and projected trends, all the segments and sub-segments were evaluated through the bottom-up approach, and different market sizes have been projected for FY 2020 to FY 2026. The regional segmentation of the global electric vehicles industry includes the complete classification of all the major continents including North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. Further, country-wise data for the global electric vehicles industry is provided for the leading economies of the world. The global electric vehicles market is segmented based on the vehicle type, propulsion type, component, charging station type, vehicle class, power output, and region. On the basis of vehicle type, the global industry is segmented into two-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and passenger cars. Propulsion type-wise, the market is divided into the hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), battery electric vehicle (BEV), and fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV). By component, the global market is bifurcated into the electric motor, battery cells & packs, infotainment, and onboard charge. On the basis of charging station type, the industry is classified into supercharging and normal charging. By vehicle class, the industry is segmented into luxury and mid-priced. By Power Output, the global EV market is segmented into 250 KW and above, 100-250 KW, and less than 100 KW. Browse the full “Electric Vehicles Market By Vehicle Type (Two-Wheeler, Commercial Vehicle, and Passenger Car), By Propulsion Type [Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)], By Components (Electric Motor, Battery Cells & Packs, Infotainment, and On-Board Charge), By Charging Station Type (Super Charging and Normal Charging), By Vehicle Class (Luxury and Mid-Priced), By Power Output (250 KW and Above, 100-250 KW, and Less than 100 KW), And By Region: Global Industry Outlook, Market Size, Business Intelligence, Consumer Preferences, Statistical Surveys, Comprehensive Analysis, Historical Developments, Current Trends, and Forecasts, 2020–2026” report at https://www.fnfresearch.com/global-electric-vehicles-market-by-vehicle-type-two-677 This report segments the global electric vehicles market as follows: Global Electric Vehicles Market: Vehicle Type Segmentation Analysis Two-wheelerCommercial VehiclePassenger Car Global Electric Vehicles Market: Component Segmentation Analysis Electric MotorBattery Cells & PacksInfotainmentOn-Board Charge Global Electric Vehicles Market: Propulsion Type Segmentation Analysis Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV)Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV)Battery electric vehicle (BEV)Fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) Global Electric Vehicles Market: Charging Station Segmentation Analysis SuperchargingNormal charging Global Electric Vehicles Market: Vehicle Class Segmentation Analysis LuxuryMid-Priced Global Electric Vehicles Market: Power Output Segmentation Analysis 250 KW and above100-250 KWLess than 100 KW KEY REPORT POINTERS & HIGHLIGHTS: Statistically Validated Analysis of Historical, Current, and Projected Industry Trends with Authenticated Market Sizes Information and Data in terms of Value and Volume, wherever applicableDirect and Indirect Factors that Impacted the Industry as well Projected Rationales expected to affect the industry going forwardMicro, Meso, Macro, and In-Depth Analysis of Technically relevant and Commercially viable Segments and Sub-segments of the MarketHistorical and Projected Company / Vendor / OEM / Supplier Market Shares, Competitive Landscape, and Player Positioning DataHistorical and Current Demand (Consumption) and Supply (Production) Scenarios as well as Projected Supply-Demand Scenario AnalysisDetailed List of Key Buyers and End-Users (Consumers) analyzed as per Regions and ApplicationsValue Chain and Supply Chain Analysis along with Horizontal and Vertical Integration ScenariosManufacturing and Production Cost Structure Analysis including Labor Cost, Raw Material Expenses, and Other Manufacturing Expenses, wherever relevantOverview of Key Marketing Strategies and Key Sales Channels Adopted in the Market Related Reports: Electric Motors Market: https://www.fnfresearch.com/electric-motors-market-by-type-type-1-type-854 Electric Bus Market: https://www.fnfresearch.com/global-electric-bus-market-by-bus-type-less-961 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Market: https://www.fnfresearch.com/electric-vehicle-supply-equipment-market-by-power-type-1164 E-Bike Sharing Market: https://www.fnfresearch.com/e-bike-sharing-market-by-type-public-organization-1178 E-Commerce Automotive Aftermarket: https://www.fnfresearch.com/global-e-commerce-automotive-aftermarket-by-e-commerce-960 About Facts & Factors (FnF Research): Facts & Factors is a leading market research organization offering industry expertise and scrupulous consulting services to clients for their business development. 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  • Kontoor Brands Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2020 Results; Provides Outlook for Fiscal 2021

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  • Europe Package Testing Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)

    Europe package testing market is expected to register a CAGR of 15. 4% over the forecast period. Packaging plays an integral part in protecting products. In Europe, goods can be moved with ease as a result of its open borders.New York, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Europe Package Testing Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028463/?utm_source=GNW The products are transported by road, sea, and air, due to which they are subject to several external parameters that could damage their overall quality. As a result, several companies tend to test their packaging before using them on their products.- Over the past few decades, there has been a significant change in edible product packaging, with a higher focus on enhancing the shelf life and reducing costs associated with damaged goods. Also, there is a growth in the demand for perfumery, cosmetics, and pharmacy products in the region. These factors have increased the emphasis on proper testing of packaging materials. According to the Office for National Statistics UK, the index number for the sales for cosmetic and toilet articles was 1,513.2 in 2018 and 1,261.9 till September 2019.- Advanced packaging methods, such as intelligent packaging, active, smart packaging, and modified atmosphere packaging, are replacing traditional methods. This phenomenon has driven the need for effectively testing the packaged goods.- The rising awareness about eco-friendly packaging, such as paper-based packaging solutions, has further driven the demand for package testing to ensure that the package’s integrity is not compromised.- Recycling is a primary concern for packaging companies, as they strive to reduce their carbon footprint and help the environment by reducing emissions. Such packages need more rigorous tests, as product integrity cannot be compromised even when packed in recycled materials. According to the European Environment Agency, in 2016, 67% of the packaging waste generated in the EU-28 and Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway was recycled.- Due to the global pandemic outbreak of COVID-19, food & beverage packaging and other packaging companies are developing response actions and effective plans to help mitigate their risk and prepare to deal with the coronavirus’s effects. These plans include establishing an interdisciplinary crisis response team of personnel from all aspects of the business to identify, assess, and manage the risk presented.Key Market TrendsGlass usage in packaging is driving the growth of the package testing market- The capital-intensive container glass sector is a major contributor in the European packaging sector. Annually, this industry invests up to EUR 610 million in innovation and to maintain a network of 162 plants across the region. According to FEVE, in the last 15 years, the EU consumption of products packed in glass has grown by about 39% and glass recycling has increased by 139%. This further underlines the importance of the development of a pan-European glass package testing ecosystem.- A harmonized legislation is extremely critical for fillers or importers of food products, to demonstrate that their glass containers are suitable for food contact. According to a FEVE report, some member states have already developed or intend to develop specific legislation requirements that cover the use of glass as a food contact material. The introduction of a legislation will further streamline the glass package testing industry.- Apart from food, the beverage packaging industry is also undergoing major changes that are expected to drive glass packaged testing in the region. Coca-Cola recently shifted from PET bottles, back to glass bottles, and therefore, it requires a significant volume of glass bottles. The company has invested around EUR 50 million in two, new glass production lines in Mannheim and Lüneburg, which are expected to start operating soon.- Additionally, as a material, glass is 100% recyclable. It is Europe’s most recycled food and beverage packaging material, with collection rates at 76%. Every 8 out of 10 Europeans (76%) recognize that glass is the most environmentally-friendly packaging material.- The French industry for glass bottle and container use is led by luxury perfumes, personal care products, and cognac. These end-user industries have been continually introducing practices that promote sustained use of glass containers in packaging. The rise of the perfume sub-contracting industry is expected to drive the package testing of glass bottles.- According to a recent survey conducted by the BBC, dairy firms, across the United Kingdom, have been experiencing a surge in demand for glass bottles, for milk, from the beginning of 2018. Among the 17 firms contacted, out of 20, stated a rise in the sales of glass milk bottles to homes and businesses, amid increasing concerns over waste from the use of plastic.United Kingdom occupies a majority of share in Europe Package Testing Market.- United Kingdom witnesses rising developments in areas such as digital watermarking in packaging to raise the prospect of making invisible methods of connectivity cheaper. Also, the increasing consumption of soft drinks, spirits, wine, and beer in the region is also contributing to the growth of beverage packaging, which is one of the drivers to the package testing market in Europe. For instance, According to the Office for National Statistics (UK), consumer spending on alcoholic beverages increased to GBP 21,097 million in 2018 from GBP 19,799 million in 2017.- Premium brands have always used luxury packaging for their products, but other innovative solutions from companies, like Charapak in the UK, include reversible and returnable packaging. With reversible packaging, the inside of the box features a gift-wrap like print pattern, while the outside is a normal carton. Because of this, the demand for customized cartons has been high from this segment, which improved the demand for package testing.- The growing adoption of packaging in the region, due to the expanding e-commerce industry, is also driving the package testing demand in the United Kingdom region. Also, people in the area are willing to spend more on items if they have had some role in customizing them, with one in five willing to pay an additional 20% for personalization privileges.- The changes in the European package testing market in the region for the last few years has been the case due to more retail companies that have opened many more product lines. The retailers have appreciated more efficient distribution and logistics due to broader vertical integration.Competitive LandscapeThe European package testing market has a wide portfolio of customers from the local and international market. This factor leads to high competition among the vendors. Vendors often choose to retain their clients or make new clients by competitive pricing strategies. As most of the packaging material is sourced from imports, there is a high competition among the suppliers to capture a limited number of players in the market. This factor is intensifying the competitive rivalry among the local and foreign manufacturers.Some of the key players in the market include Glass Technology Services, Eurofins Scientific SE, Intertek Group PLC, among others. Some of the key recent developments in the market include:- September 2020 - Eurofins acquired SunDream Group, which is one of the largest players in the environment testing market in Taiwan. SunDream’s technical capabilities will provide Eurofins with a broad portfolio offering of accredited testing methods in the market.- September 2020 - Intertek partnered with Roquette to announce the launch of a shared Audit Program dedicated to the Food Industry. The program allows multiple food companies to evaluate the same supplier simultaneously through a single third-party audit while maintaining the same level of quality and safety.Reasons to Purchase this report:- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format- 3 months of analyst supportRead the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06028463/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001

  • Domtar Corporation to Repurchase Shares of Common Stock Through an Accelerated Buyback

    Domtar Corporation (NYSE: UFS) (TSX: UFS) today announced that it has entered into an accelerated share repurchase ("ASR") agreement with JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. to repurchase $200 million of its common stock with available cash on hand.

  • Ra Medical Systems to Present at the H.C. Wainwright Global Life Sciences Virtual Conference

    Ra Medical Systems, Inc. (NYSE American: RMED), a medical device company focusing on commercializing excimer laser systems to treat vascular and dermatological diseases, announces that management will present a company overview and hold virtual meetings with investors at the H.C. Wainwright Global Life Sciences Virtual Conference being held March 9-10, 2021.

  • UPDATE 1-Woman dies from brain haemorrhage in Japan days after vaccine, but link uncertain

    A Japanese a woman in her 60s died from a brain haemorrhage three days after receiving a Pfizer coronavirus vaccination, the health ministry said on Tuesday, adding that there may not be a link between the two. The woman was vaccinated on Friday and is suspected to have suffered a brain haemorrhage three days later, on Monday, it said. It was Japan's first reported death following a vaccination.

  • Global Naval Sensors Report 2021: A $5 Billion Industry - Market and Technology Forecast to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

    The "Global Naval Sensors - Market and Technology Forecast to 2029" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

  • EU top court defends right of Polish judges to appeal nominations

    Judges applying to join Poland's Supreme Court should have the right to appeal against the opinions of a body which reviews candidates, the European Union's top court said, underlining a rift over the rule of law between the country and the bloc. While Tuesday's verdict by the Court of Justice of the European Union said the final decision in such cases rested with a Polish court, the judgment touches on a public body that critics say has become a tool to politicise the judiciary. Poland is in a long-running row with the EU over reforms that the bloc says hurt court independence by increasing political control over judges.

  • Worldwide Messaging Security Industry to 2026 - Protecting Confidential Information from Malware Threats is Driving Growth

    Dublin, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Messaging Security Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The messaging security market was valued at USD 5.5 billion in 2020 at a CAGR of 15.4% over the forecast period (2021 - 2026). The increase in concern of the security threats on of the information to send over via messaging methods will drive the messaging security market in the forecast period. The rapid increase in messaging security incidents and government regulations to provide better solutions is driving the messaging security market. According to a recent survey by Data connectors conducted in 2018, the occurrence of cybersecurity breaches indicated that about 43% of businesses had fallen victim to cybersecurity breaches in the last year, globally. Due to advance security threats, there is a rise in demand for security solutions from instant messaging providers that will drive the market in the forecast period. However, the high cost of advanced messaging security solutions might hinder a market a bit. Hence, companies are vigorously spending on R&D to find a cheaper solution for the messaging security solution for easy integration of in various industries. Key Market TrendsApplications in BFSI to Hold the Largest Market Share The stored data is continuously growing, with an increase in the number of e-transactions. Email and SMS exchanges within this sector, amongst employees, as well as customers, contain crucial valuable information that is rather lucrative and can result in financial gain for hackers.Additionally, organizations in the investment banking sector, which use emails as the primary mode of communication both internally and externally, are taking measures to encrypt and limit eavesdropping and hacking of their email accounts.According to Kaspersky Lab, in 2018, the share of financial phishing decreased from 53.82% to 44.7% of all phishing detections, accounting for almost half of overall detections, the share of financial phishing encountered by Mac users slightly grew, accounting for 57.6%. Asia Pacific is Expected to Witness Highest Growth in the Market Due to the extensive geographic coverage, government authorities across the APAC countries are implementing strict rules and regulations for messaging traffic, which in return are significant factors driving the growth of the messaging security market in the APAC region.The increase in security and privacy in Emails & SMSs in the region and stringent government regulations are the major factors that are driving the adoption of messaging security solutions for various industries.Alongside the digital transformation in the region, companies in Asia-Pacific have been found to be 80% more likely to be targeted by hackers when compared to other regions, owing to ineffective cyber laws and lack of cyber-security awareness in the region which will drive the messaging security market in the region. Competitive LandscapeThe market is fragmented due to the presence of the major companies in the market, like Tata Communications, Macafee, Cisco, Microsoft, and others. Since hackers are continuously trying to penetrate the messaging software security, the companies are spending heavily on updating the firmware and firewall software to prevent users from unnecessary attacks and spams. Some of the recent trends are as follows: Sep 2019 - The Cisco Webex Control Hub launched an extended security pack available for users. It enabled customers to protect data from accidental misuse and malicious attacks while delivering messages with the best user experience. It packages full-functionality Cisco Cloudlock CASB for Webex Teams with native Webex anti-malware capabilities powered by Cisco Talos ClamAV in Webex Cloud.April 2019 - Trend Micro announced enhancements to its Deep Security and Cloud App Security products designed to extend protection to virtual machines on the Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes platform protection, container image scanning integration with the Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) and Gmail on the G Suite. Reasons to Purchase this report: The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format3 months of analyst support Key Topics Covered: 1 INTRODUCTION1.1 Study Deliverables1.2 Study Assumptions1.3 Scope of the Study2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY4 MARKET DYNAMICS4.1 Market Overview4.2 Introduction to Market Drivers and Restraints4.3 Market Drivers4.3.1 Protecting the Confidential Information from Malware Threats4.3.2 Increasing Popularity of Cloud-Based and Virtual Appliance-Based Solutions4.4 Market Restraints4.4.1 High Cost for Advanced Messaging Security Solutions4.4.2 Increasing Complexity of Network Infrastructure4.5 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Force Analysis4.5.1 Threat of New Entrants4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Products4.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry5 MARKET SEGMENTATION5.1 By Deployment Type5.1.1 Cloud5.1.2 On-Premise5.2 By Type5.2.1 Email5.2.2 SMS5.3 By End-user Industries5.3.1 BFSI5.3.2 Government5.3.3 Healthcare5.3.4 Media & Entertainment5.3.5 Retail & E-commerce5.3.6 Manufacturing5.3.7 Education5.3.8 Other End-user Industries5.4 Geography5.4.1 North America5.4.2 Europe5.4.3 Asia-Pacific5.4.4 Latin America5.4.5 Middle East & Africa6 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE6.1 Company Profiles6.1.1 Mcafee, LLC6.1.2 Cisco Systems, Inc.6.1.3 Barracuda Networks, Inc.6.1.4 Microsoft Corporation6.1.5 Trend Micro Incorporated6.1.6 TATA Communications6.1.7 Mimecast Limited6.1.8 Trustwave Holdings, Inc.6.1.9 Sophos Ltd.6.1.10 Proofpoint, Inc.6.1.11 Forcepoint Software company7 INVESTMENT ANALYSIS8 MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/5346u7 CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

  • GRAPHIC-Around the world, COVID prompts new look at company taxes

    The huge public deficits that have piled up as governments bail out their pandemic-hit economies are prompting the first rethink of a four-decade decline in corporate tax rates worldwide. Britain may be first to see the tide turn as soon as Wednesday when finance minister Rishi Sunak is widely expected to announce a small increase in corporate levies in his budget announcement to help pay for the hit from COVID-19. At 19%, Britain's corporate tax rate is among the lowest of the mostly wealthy 37 countries in the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) group, whose average is 23%.

  • Comstock Mining Announces a $16 Million Registered Direct Offering of Common Stock

    VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Mining Inc. (the “Company”) (NYSE: LODE) announced that it has entered into securities purchase agreements for the sale of 4,000,000 shares of its common stock at a price of $4.00 per share in a registered direct offering. No warrants will be issued in connection with the transaction. The closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about March 4, 2021, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Noble Capital Markets, Inc. is acting as the sole placement agent for the offering. The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund the LINICO Corporation acquisition, previously announced on February 17, 2021, investments in Mercury Clean Up LLC, mineral acquisition and development, and general corporate purposes. The share offering will be made under the Company’s effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-229890) previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). A prospectus supplement describing the terms of this proposed offering will be filed with the SEC. When available, electronic copies of the prospectus supplement and accompanying base prospectus may be obtained from Noble Capital Markets, Inc. at 225 N.E. Mizner Boulevard, Suite 150, Boca Raton, Fl 33431 Attn. Prospectus Department, or by telephone at 561-994-1191, or by email at info@noblecapitalmarkets.com. Before investing in this offering, interested parties should read the other documents that the company has filed with the SEC that are incorporated by reference in such prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus, which provide more information about the Company and such offering. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any shares of the Company’s common stock, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. The offering may be made only by means of a prospectus and a related prospectus supplement, which have been or will be filed with the SEC. About Comstock Mining Inc. Comstock Mining Inc. (NYSE: LODE) (the “Company”) is an emerging leader in sustainable mineral development and production of environment-enhancing, increasingly scarce strategic and precious metals, focused on conservation-based waste, high-value, cash-generating, mineral and metals essential to meeting the rapidly increasing demand for clean energy technologies. The Company has extensive, contiguous property in the historic, world-class Comstock Lode mining district with fully permitted, metallurgical labs and an operational, mineral processing and beneficiation platform that includes a growing portfolio of mercury remediation, gold and silver extraction facilities. To learn more, please visit www.comstockmining.com. Forward-Looking Statements This press release and any related calls or discussions may include forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, are forward-looking statements. The words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “project,” “plan,” “should,” “intend,” “may,” “will,” “would,” “potential” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, but are not the exclusive means of doing so. Forward-looking statements include statements about matters such as: consummation of all pending transactions; project, asset or Company valuations; future industry market conditions; future explorations, acquisitions, investments and asset sales; future performance of and closings under various agreements; future changes in our exploration activities; future estimated mineral resources; future prices and sales of, and demand for, our products; future operating margins; available resources; environmental conservation outcomes; future impacts of land entitlements and uses; future permitting activities and needs therefor; future production capacity and operations; future operating and overhead costs; future capital expenditures and their impact on us; future impacts of operational and management changes (including changes in the board of directors); future changes in business strategies, planning and tactics and impacts of recent or future changes; future employment and contributions of personnel, including consultants; future land sales, investments, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic alliances, business combinations, operational, tax, financial and restructuring initiatives; the nature and timing of and accounting for restructuring charges and derivative liabilities and the impact thereof; contingencies; future environmental compliance and changes in the regulatory environment; future offerings of equity or debt securities; asset sales and associated costs; future working capital, costs, revenues, business opportunities, debt levels, cash flows, margins, earnings and growth. These statements are based on assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical and current trends, current conditions, possible future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees, representations or warranties and are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are unforeseeable and beyond our control and could cause actual results, developments and business decisions to differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Some of those risks and uncertainties include the risk factors set forth in our filings with the SEC and the following: counterparty risks; capital markets’ valuation and pricing risks; adverse effects of climate changes or natural disasters; global economic and capital market uncertainties; the speculative nature of gold or mineral exploration, including risks of diminishing quantities or grades of qualified resources; operational or technical difficulties in connection with exploration or mining activities; contests over title to properties; potential dilution to our stockholders from our stock issuances and recapitalization and balance sheet restructuring activities; potential inability to comply with applicable government regulations or law; adoption of or changes in legislation or regulations adversely affecting businesses; permitting constraints or delays; decisions regarding business opportunities that may be presented to, or pursued by, us or others; the impact of, or the non-performance by parties under agreements relating to, acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic alliances, business combinations, asset sales, leases, options and investments to which we may be party; changes in the United States or other monetary or fiscal policies or regulations; interruptions in production capabilities due to capital constraints; equipment failures; fluctuation of prices for gold or certain other commodities (such as silver, zinc, cyanide, water, diesel fuel and electricity); changes in generally accepted accounting principles; adverse effects of terrorism and geopolitical events; potential inability to implement business strategies; potential inability to grow revenues; potential inability to attract and retain key personnel; interruptions in delivery of critical supplies, equipment and raw materials due to credit or other limitations imposed by vendors or others; assertion of claims, lawsuits and proceedings; potential inability to satisfy debt and lease obligations; potential inability to maintain an effective system of internal controls over financial reporting; potential inability or failure to timely file periodic reports with the SEC; potential inability to list our securities on any securities exchange or market; inability to maintain the listing of our securities; and work stoppages or other labor difficulties. Occurrence of such events or circumstances could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, results of operations or cash flows or the market price of our securities. All subsequent written and oral forward-looking statements by or attributable to us or persons acting on our behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Except as may be required by securities or other law, we undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Neither this press release nor any related calls or discussions constitutes an offer to sell, the solicitation of an offer to buy or a recommendation with respect to any securities of the Company, the fund or any other issuer. Contact information: Comstock Mining Inc.P.O. Box 1118Virginia City, NV 89440www.comstockmining.comCorrado De GasperisExecutive Chairman & CEOTel (775) 847-4755degasperis@comstockmining.comZach SpencerDirector of External RelationsTel (775) 847-5272 Ext.151questions@comstockmining.com

  • VAALCO Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Earnings Release and Conference Call

    HOUSTON, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VAALCO Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EGY; LSE: EGY) (“VAALCO” or the “Company”) today announced the timing of its fourth quarter and full year 2020 earnings release and conference call. The Company will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2020 earnings release on Tuesday, March 9 after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange and host a conference call to discuss its financial and operational results on Wednesday morning, March 10 at 9:00 a.m. Central Time (10:00 a.m. Eastern Time and 3:00 p.m. London Time.) Interested parties in the United States may participate toll-free by dialing (877) 270-2148. Interested parties in the United Kingdom may participate toll-free by dialing 08082389064. Other international parties may dial (412) 902-6510. Participants should ask to be joined to the “VAALCO Energy Fourth Quarter 2020 Conference Call.” This call will also be webcast on VAALCO’s website at www.vaalco.com. An audio replay will be available on the Company’s website following the call. About VAALCO VAALCO, founded in 1985, is a Houston, USA based, independent energy company with production, development and exploration assets in the West African region. The Company is an established operator within the region, holding a 58.8% working interest in the Etame Marin Block, located offshore Gabon, which to date has produced over 120 million barrels of crude oil and of which the Company is the operator. For Further Information VAALCO Energy, Inc. (General and Investor Enquiries)+00 1 713 623 0801Website:www.vaalco.com Al Petrie Advisors (US Investor Relations)+00 1 713 543 3422Al Petrie / Chris Delange Buchanan (UK Financial PR)+44 (0) 207 466 5000Ben Romney / Kelsey Traynor / James HusbandVAALCO@buchanan.uk.com

  • Unigold Intersects 7.0 meters averaging 21.9 g/t gold and 2.7% copper at Candelones Extension Deposit

    Figure 1.0 Figure 1.0 – Longitudinal Section – Candelones Extension Deposit LP20-165 intersected 7.0 meters averaging 21.9 g/t Au and 2.7% Cu at Target B;LP20-165 also passed through Target A, intersecting 17.0 meters averaging 6.7 g/t Au and 0.1 % Cu; Low grade mineralization was encountered starting at the andesite-dacite contact, returning 298 metres of 1.21 g/t (includes 48 metres that was not sampled and included at zero grade)LP20-165 is the first hole returned from the deep drilling program: it extended Target B a further 100 m to depth, and extended Target A a further 25m below the previous limits LP20-177, the first drill hole at Target D, intersected 4.9 meters averaging 1.2 g/t Au with 0.3% Cu suggesting potential to increase this zone at depth.Four drills are currently active: two drills are testing the depth extensions at Target B and C, one drill is testing Target D, and one drill is exploring 4 kilometres to the west at the Montazo geochemical-IP anomaly. TORONTO, March 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Unigold Inc. (“Unigold” or the “Company”) (TSX-V:UGD; OTCQX: UGDIF; FSE:UGB1) is pleased to report recent drill results from its 100% owned Neita concession in the Dominican Republic. Joseph Hamilton, Chairman and CEO of Unigold notes: “LP20-165 is the deepest and highest-grade intersection to date at Target B (Ref. Table 1). This hole extended mineralization a further 100m to depth and demonstrates that the system may be strengthening. Once again, the epithermal mineralization shows consistent grades over the 7 metre intercept with the highest assay returning 51.60 g/t gold over 1 metre (Ref. Table 2). Disseminated mineralization continues to exist at depth in the footwall, as observed across the entire 2 kilometer strike length of drilling at Candelones. In this case, disseminated mineralization averaged 1.21 g/t over a remarkable 298 metres into the footwall. LP20-165 was aligned to pass through Target A mineralization before continuing into the deep footwall extension of target B. The Target A intersection returned 17.0 metres grading 6.7 g/t gold and 0.1% copper. Two additional holes have been pre-collared: each a 100 meter step out down-dip along the Target B trend after passing through the Target A horizon. These holes are in the process of being extended by our larger machines. LP21-177 is the first hole that was testing a potential new epithermal target at “Target D”, approximately 200 metres to the west of Target C. No drilling has been conducted in this area since 2011 when LP62 intersected 9.0 meters grading 6.6 g/t Au with 3.2% copper and LP66 intersected 6.0 meters averaging 8.2 g/t Au with 2.6% Zn. Both intersections were within 100m of surface. LP21-177 intersected a broad zone of strong semi-massive to net textured pyrite mineralization within an interpreted subvertical fault zone. Although the reported grades and thicknesses are less than those returned from our other targets, this drillhole shows 85 metres of strong alteration, mineralization and structure which is encouraging for continued drilling. This sub-vertical trend, like the controls found at Targets B and C, is evolving as an important control on mineralization at Target D.” The Company has completed 63 holes (16,527 meters) to date in our planned 2020 drill program. Assays are pending from 11 holes. Current analytical turn-around time (“TAT”) exceeds thirty days, more than double historical laboratory performance. The increased TAT has introduced significant challenges in drill targeting in 2020-2021, particularly as the Company transitions to testing targets outside the historical resource area at Candelones. Drilling within the 1 kilometer Candelones Gap, between the oxide mineralization at Candelones Hill and the easterly Candelones Extension, was positioned to target weak surface geochemical soil and rock anomalies along the interpreted andesite-dacite contact. This area has been sparsely drilled in the past. Drilling in this area intersected andesite and dacite tuffs and volcanoclastics, but also intercepted broad sections of explosive volcanic breccias which disrupt most rock types. This drilling has been completed and assays are pending with results anticipated in 2-4 weeks. QA/QC Diamond drilling utilizes both HQ and NQ diameter tooling. Holes are established using HQ diameter tooling before reducing to NQ tooling to complete the hole. The core is received at the on-site logging facility where it is, photographed, logged for geotechnical and geological data and subjected to other physical tests including magnetic susceptibility and specific gravity analysis. Samples are identified, recorded, split by wet diamond saw, and half the core is sent for assay with the remaining half stored on site. A minimum sample length of 0.3 meters and a maximum sample length of 1.5 metres is employed with most samples averaging 1.0 meters in length except where geological contacts dictate. Certified standards and blanks are randomly inserted into the sample stream and constitute approximately 5-10% of the sample stream. Samples are shipped to a sample preparation facility in the Dominican Republic operated by Bureau Veritas. Assaying is performed at Bureau Veritas Commodities Canada Ltd.’s laboratory in Vancouver, B.C. Canada. All samples are analyzed for gold using a 50 gram lead collection fire assay fusion with an atomic adsorption finish. In addition, most samples are also assayed using a 36 element multi-acid ICP-ES analysis method. Wes Hanson P.Geo., Chief Operating Officer of Unigold has reviewed and approved the contents of this press release. Table 1 – Recent Results – Candelones Extension Target TargetHole (#)From(m)To (m)Interval (m) (1)Au (g/t)Ag (g/t)Cu (%)Zn (%)A - BLP20-165243.00541.00298.00(2)1.211.070.130.07 including243.00300.0057.002.190.990.080.09 including256.00273.0017.006.261.340.100.14 and444.00470.0026.006.725.930.940.51 including458.00465.007.0021.8917.462.680.78C - DLP20-177 124.65209.8085.150.310.900.120.02 including125.65135.8510.200.753.030.230.03 including130.10135.004.901.172.600.300.00 and169.40172.302.900.771.860.490.04 and188.00191.003.000.761.651.000.11 (1) Interval represents drilled length in meters and not true width. (2) Interval includes 48.0 m of un-sampled material which has been assigned grades of 0.00 (Au and Ag g/t; Cu and Zn %) in estimating the average reported grades. Table 2 – LP20-165 Target B ResultsFromToAu (g/t)Ag (g/t)Cu (%)Zn (%)FromToInterval (m)Au (g/t)Ag (g/t)Cu (%)Zn (%)444.00445.000.361.300.330.20 445.00446.000.742.500.342.20 446.00447.000.262.000.260.50 447.00448.0012.3010.101.264.52 448.00449.003.545.101.040.16 449.00450.000.320.600.060.03 450.00451.000.100.250.050.07 451.00452.000.090.250.060.01 452.00453.000.301.000.240.07 453.00454.000.150.250.020.02 454.00455.000.150.700.050.00 455.00456.000.311.000.120.01 456.00457.000.582.700.310.02 457.00458.000.360.800.190.07 458.00459.001.566.100.920.02 459.00460.0030.6043.504.380.32 460.00461.0051.6031.305.051.35 461.00462.0026.907.203.060.50 462.00463.0013.1012.501.931.93 463.00464.0023.3017.202.551.19 464.00465.006.144.400.850.13458.00465.007.0021.8917.462.680.78465.00466.000.811.100.590.00447.00465.0018.009.528.051.230.58466.00467.000.320.600.130.00 467.00468.000.250.500.140.00 468.00469.000.280.700.380.00 469.00470.000.280.500.140.03444.00470.0026.006.725.930.940.51 Figure 1.0 – Longitudinal Section – Candelones Extension Deposit: https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a0d46945-044d-4e04-925f-5dbfa4b7fbfc About Unigold Inc. – Discovering Gold in the Caribbean Unigold is a Canadian based mineral exploration company traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol UGD, focused primarily on exploring and developing its gold assets in the Dominican Republic. 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