London, Geneva, Amsterdam and Stavanger, Norway (ots/PRNewswire) - In a unique collaboration, several of the world's largest trading houses, integrated energy companies and banks intend to create and invest in a new venture, which will be managed and operated as an independent entity. The new venture will develop a ...
Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Leading specialists at ICPIC congress come together to discuss the issue of SSIs and recent guidelines regarding the use of triclosan-coated sutures in all types of surgery[6] Ethicon* part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies** has joined leading wound closure specialists to discuss recommendations to ease the burden of surgical site infections (SSIs) on patients and costs to ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Excellent Employee Conditions also recognized with Number One Top Employer Ranking in Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific Regions In recognition of its excellent work environment, JTI (Japan Tobacco International) has again been awarded Global Top Employer for the third consecutive year, as confirmed today during an awards ceremony in Amsterdam. In addition to the global certification, JTI was ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Outstanding Employee Offerings Acknowledged in 28 Countries JTI (Japan Tobacco International) has once again been certified as Top Employer Europe, acknowledging the excellent work conditions in the company's 31 offices and factories in 28 countries across the region.[1] (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/617491 ) (Logo: http://mma.prnewswire.com/media/465875/Top_Employer_Europe_Logo.jpg ) "Investing in our people is the foundation of ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Outstanding Employee Offerings Acknowledged in Four Countries JTI (Japan Tobacco International) has once again been officially certified as Top Employer in the Middle East region, acknowledging the excellent work conditions in JTI's offices and factories in Iran, Jordan, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/617491 ) (Logo: ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Outstanding Employee Offerings Acknowledged in Six Countries JTI (Japan Tobacco International) has once again been officially certified as number one Top Employer in Asia Pacific. This recognition was confirmed during an awards ceremony held in Singapore today. Seven offices and factories were certified in six countries: Malaysia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Russia. (Logo: ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Eddy Pirard will succeed Thomas A. McCoy JTI (Japan Tobacco International) today announced that Thomas A. McCoy, President and Chief Executive Officer, will be retiring on 31 March 2017 and that Eddy Pirard, currently Executive Vice President, Business Development, Corporate Affairs and Corporate Communications will succeed Mr. McCoy as President and Chief Executive Officer as of April 1, 2017. ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Innovators in China powered global patent applications to a new record in 2015, filing more than a million applications for the first time ever within a single year amid rising worldwide demand for intellectual property rights that undergird economic activity. In total, innovators around ...
Paris, Yokohama, Japan and Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - - Alliance membership highlights its commitment to sustainability as a cornerstone of its business - Partnership confirms Alliance's aim to contribute towards a zero-emissions, zero-fatalities future The Renault-Nissan Alliance has become the newest member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - As the Annual Summit Takes Place This Week, Global Leaders Have an Opportunity to Scrutinize WHO's definition of transparency and accountability Health Ministers from 194 countries will gather this week in Geneva to set the direction for future health policy around the world. JTI - Japan Tobacco International - is calling for the Assembly to urgently address an alarming transparency and ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - From May 20, extreme rules on tobacco come into force across Europe - a package of some of the strictest anti-tobacco measures in the world. Under the long-debated new Brussels Tobacco Products Directive, brands will be further reduced as the EU moves to restrict packaging designs and formats. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/617491 ) (Photo: ...
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Geneva, Switzerland (ots/PRNewswire) - The Directive's Aim is to Harmonize Regulations - Not Disrupt the Free Movement of Goods Across the EU Just two weeks before the Tobacco Products Directive (TPD2) comes into force in the 28 EU Member States, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has rejected tobacco manufacturers' claims against TPD2. (Logo: ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Analysis Disregards Pre-Existing Decline in Smoking Rates and Speculates that Objectives will be Met in the Long-Term The Australian Department of Health's Post-Implementation Review (PIR) of the Tobacco Plain Packaging Act[1], published today over eight months too late, comes to the shaky conclusion that the measure will work over time even ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Consistent high quality work environment now recognized in 35 countries including four regions JTI (Japan Tobacco International) was once again certified Global Top Employer 2016 this year, sharing this privilege with a select group of eight companies, during an awards ceremony in Amsterdam yesterday. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/617491 ) JTI offices in a record thirty-five ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Consistent exceptional employee conditions acknowledged in 28 countries JTI (Japan Tobacco International) is proud to announce that it has again been officially certified as one of the top five employers in Europe, with offices certified in 28 countries[1]. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/617491 ) (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150929/271756LOGO ) The Top Employer ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Exceptional employee conditions acknowledged in four countries JTI (Japan Tobacco International) is proud to announce that it has again been officially certified as a top employer in the Middle East with offices certified in Iran, Jordan, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/617491 ) (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150929/271756LOGO ) ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Delayed Report Prompts Concern Over Compliance On the third anniversary of Australia's controversial 'plain' packaging legislation for tobacco products, the Government is still refusing to admit its failure. This would explain why the Department of Health (DoH) is pushing back the publication of its Post-Implementation Review (PIR). (Logo: ...
Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - - UNESCO-Merck Africa Research Summit aims to define interventions to prepare for the road ahead in Africa's development as an international hub for research excellence and scientific innovation - Summit will put specific emphasis on how to translate knowledge into action to improve health - Summit to be conducted on a yearly basis to ensure significant sustainable impact; 2015 edition will ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Delayed Publication of Government's Post-Implementation Review Raises Concern about its Integrity The Australian Government has yet to publish its Post-Implementation Review (PIR) into 'plain' packaging for tobacco products, six months after the consultation period ended. The delay has prompted concerns that the authors of the report could ...
Geneva (ots) - - Total client assets on 30 June 2015 amounted to CHF 209 billion, of which assets under management were CHF 155 billion - Net inflows were positive across all business lines - Consolidated net profit amounted to CHF 70 million, up 12% vs half year 2014 - Fully-loaded Basel III CET1 ratio stood at 22.7% Client assets evolution The de-pegging ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - - Agreement Gives JT a Global Footprint in the e-Cigarette Market Japan Tobacco Inc. (JT) announced today that it entered into an agreement to acquire Logic Technology Development LLC ("Logic"), one of the leading US e-cigarette brands. Founded in 2010, Logic sells a full range of high quality rechargeable, ready-to-use and disposable e-cigarettes, including the Logic Pro tank system[1], newly ...
Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - ASSESS shows plasma circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) testing for EGFR mutation is a viable alternative to tumour biopsy IGNITE supports value of EGFR mutation testing in all patients with advanced NSCLC AstraZeneca today presented results from two key studies showing the effectiveness of plasma circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) testing for ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - Exceptional Employee Environment Acknowledged in 33 Countries JTI (Japan Tobacco International) was one of the select five companies in the world to receive the Top Employer Global 2015 certification during an awards ceremony in Amsterdam yesterday. JTI offices in an unprecedented thirty-three[1] countries across Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East were recognized by the Top Employers ...
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Geneva (ots/PRNewswire) - JTI announced today that it has acquired from Ploom, Inc. a number of patents and trademarks relating to the tobacco vaporization device[1] business. This is part of JTI's drive to further develop the tobacco vapor category and overall mission to be the leader in next generation products. The former Ploom, Inc. will buy back JTI's minority stake. (Logo: ...
Geneva (ots) - - Union Bancaire Privée, UBP SA (UBP) announced today net earnings of CHF 165 million, an increase of 8.6% compared to 2013. - Assets under management have risen by 12.5%, reaching CHF 98.7 billion. - UBP continues to maintain a highly stable and liquid balance sheet; with a Tier 1 ratio of 29%, it is one of the best-capitalised banks in Switzerland. - ...
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - Union Bancaire Privée, UBP SA ("UBP") announced today it has entered into a partnership agreement with a leading asset management team to strengthen its Asian capabilities, and established a new company in Shanghai, "UBP Investment Management (Shanghai) Limited". Mr Hong Chen, a leading figure in the Chinese asset management industry and ...
Geneva (ots) - Contrary to expectations, Europe did not undergo a healing process in 2014; whilst long-dated bonds generated remarkable performances, European equities underperformed. "The United States wheeled its economy into intensive care but other developed countries didn't follow suit, and their economies suffered relapses and found themselves back under observation," says Patrice Gautry, UBP's Chief Economist. This ...