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Union Bancaire Privée announces new joint ventures in Asia
Geneva (ots) - Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) announced today the creation of two new Asian joint ventures that will spearhead the development of its asset management business in the world's fastest-growing market for investment services. UBP Asset Management (Asia) Co Ltd will operate across Asia ex-Japan from its main office in Hong Kong, while Taipei-based TransGlobe Securities Investment Consulting Company will ...
plusReal Madrid signs an exclusive contract with WISeKey to exclusively distribute Real Madrid's mobile content rights across China
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - WISeKey announced today an exclusive agreement with Real Madrid C.F, the twentieth century's best soccer club, for the exclusive distribution of the club's mobile content in China this coming season 2011/2012. The announcement validates the new media strategy WISeKey is now deploying with ...
plusFirst half of 2011: Union Bancaire Privée rolls out its new strategy and keeps its results stable
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - - - Union Bancaire Privée, UBP SA (UBP) has announced a net profit of CHF 105.4 million (USD 125.2 million) in the first half of 2011, in line with expectations (CHF 103.3 million - USD 95.6 million - for the first half of 2010). - Assets under management totalled CHF 60.7 billion as at 30 June 2011 - compared with CHF 65 billion as at 31 ...
plusWorld Engineers' Convention (WEC) 2011
Media Invitation to the World Engineers' Convention
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - In September 2011, Geneva is becoming a meeting place for international engineering and energy experts. This year's convention focuses on the global challenges in developing a sustainable energy future. The organizers managed to bring together government representatives, notable politicians and decision makers from research and economy from all parts of the world. In order to develop a ...
plusEnergie Wasser Bern and BKW / Joint venture HelveticWind acquires second wind farm in Germany
Bern (ots) - Through their joint venture HelveticWind, Energie Wasser Bern (ewb) and BKW FMB Energy Ltd (BKW) are acquiring Lüderstorf-Parstein wind farm from Ventotec GmbH of Lower Saxony. Situated in the north-eastern German state of Brandenburg, the wind farm has been connected to the grid since the end of 2004. ...
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WISeKey Named Winner of the Silicon Valley Innovation Summit Global 250 Top Private Companies Distinction
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - WISeKey is among the winners of the 2011 AlwaysOn Global 250 emerging private companies creating new business opportunities in the global technology. AlwaysOn has a proven track record of predicting companies that will represent major business investment over the next year. Companies ...
plusThalia SA (BSI/Generali Group)
Thalìa receives the World Financial Hedge Fund Award 2011
Lugano (ots) - The Generali Hedge Fund Sicav Arbitrage Opportunities fund won the World Finance Hedge Fund Award 2011 as the Best Diversified Fund of Hedge Funds, Europe The Generali Hedge Fund Sicav - Arbitrage Opportunities fund, created and managed by Thalìa SA, the company dedicated to Hedge Fund investing within the Generali Group, won the World Financial Hedge Fund Award 2011 as the Best Diversified Fund of Hedge ...
plusSequana Medical receives CE Mark Approval for the ALFApump System and adds Key Executive to Team
Zurich, Switzerland (ots) - New technology expands treatment options for patient with refractory ascites due to liver cirrhosis. Dr. Farzana Malik joins as Vice President of Market Access and Reimbursement. Sequana Medical announced today that it has received CE Mark approval for the commercial sale of its ALFApump System. Over the coming months, the company will ...
plusCJSC Somon Oil begins Seismic Program in the Republic of Tajikistan
Baar (ots) - Manas Petroleum Corp. ("Manas") (TSX-V: MNP; OTCBB: MNAP) is pleased to announce the commencement of the second seismic survey on CJSC Somon Oil Company's WEST and NORTH WEST licenses in the Republic of Tajikistan. This program includes up to 774km of 2D seismic survey, which up to 115km will be acquired over the WEST license and up to 659km will be ...
plusEffRx Announces Issuance of US Patent Providing Further Protection to EX101, Effervescent Alendronate Weekly Dosing Form
Epalinges (ots) - EffRx Pharmaceuticals SA, an Epalinges/Lausanne, Switzerland based drug delivery company, announces that US patent 7,964,212 was issued on June 21, 2011, enhancing the protection of EX101. This patent grants significant additional Intellectual Property concerning the EffRx Lead Program, EX101 (70 ...
plusSustainability Report 2010 / BKW Sustainability Management
Bern (ots) - The BKW Group (BKW) completed another step in the field of sustainability by creating a structured system of sustainability management. This includes setting measurable targets, taking concrete measures and institutionalising the process throughout the organisation. The principle of sustainable development has long been enshrined in the mission statement and strategy of BKW. In 2010, BKW refined and further ...
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Palonosetron Better Prevents Nausea and Vomiting Linked to High Emetogenic Chemotherapy Lung Cancer Patients
Amsterdam, The Netherlands (ots) - New data presented at the 14th World Conference on Lung Cancer in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, show the efficacy of the 2nd generation 5-HT3 receptor antagonist alone and in combination with aprepitant New data on the 2nd generation 5-HT3 receptor antagonist palonosetron, in the ...
plus2012 BKW prices / Lower grid usage prices and cheaper solar power
Bern (ots) - Cost reductions due to efficiencies in the grid area have enabled BKW Energy Ltd (BKW) to lower its prices by an average of 3.2% as from 1 October 2011. The adjustments vary depending on the customer groups. For households, the average reduction is 6%, and for business customers between 2.5% and 5%. BKW is also reducing the surcharge for certified solar power to 63 cents per kWh. The 2012 prices were adjusted ...
plusBank Hapoalim (Switzerland) Ltd
Bank Hapoalim ranked among top 20 foreign banks in Switzerland in 2010
Zurich (ots) - Bank Hapoalim (Switzerland) Ltd has been ranked 19th, out of 162 banks reporting, based on net profit. In terms of gross profit, the position of Bank Hapoalim Switzerland has improved by two levels. These rankings are based on the 2010 Economic Figures report published by the Association of Foreign Banks in Switzerland. This achievement follows closely ...
plusMühleberg Nuclear Power Station (KKM) / Measures to Increase Safety
Bern (ots) - The BKW FMB Energie AG (NKW) is shutting down and withdrawing from the power grid the Mühleberg Nuclear Power Station (KKM) tomorrow, fully five weeks before the start of the scheduled annual inspection in order to implement measures to safeguard the cooling water extraction. After the routine measures have been completed in September BKW plans to ...
plusCotecna Trade Services voted best Collateral Manager
Geneva (ots) - Financiers and Traders have voted Cotecna the Best Collateral Manager of the year at the 2011 annual Trade Finance Awards. Cotecna, one of the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) companies, was recognized for its ability to identify the changing trends and anticipate tomorrow's trade and supply chain finance requirements. It confirms the success of Cotecna's attention to trade ...
plusBacula Systems Receives US$5 Million to Deliver Open Source Enterprise Backup and Restore Technology to Large Data Centers
Yverdon-Les-Bains (ots) - Funds will finance the release of new backup and restore software and growth of the sales organization Bacula Systems®, the world's leading provider of commercial open source backup and restore software, announced today that it has completed its CHF 4.5 million (over US$5 million) ...
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Mercuria Energy Group, anchor investor in IFC's now active Carbon Credit Fund
Geneva (ots) - As one of the anchor investors, Mercuria Energy Group is pleased to participate in the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Post-2012 Carbon Facility that has now become operational. The aim of the fund is to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, extend carbon markets, and increase access to finance for projects that promote environmentally friendly ...
plusUnion Bancaire Privée appoints Alan Mudie as Chief Investment Officer of its Private Banking division
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) continues the implementation of its Private Banking division's strategic plan by appointing Alan Mudie as Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of UBP Private Banking. Previously, Mr Mudie was CIO at BNP Paribas International Private Bank and also held various ...
plusGAZNAT SA: Record results in 2010 - Natural gas as an alternative to nuclear power
Lausanne (ots) - Gaznat SA held its 4th AGM on May 30, 2011. In 2010, the consolidated turnover reached 557 million francs (+10.6%) representing a sales volume of 11.36 billion kilowatt-hours (+18.4%). Natural gas is seen as a quickly mobilisable, safe and flexible alternative now that the progressive phasing out of nuclear power is under consideration. The Chairman ...
plusNovaShunt announces the launch of its new corporate identity: Sequana Medical
Zug (ots) - NovaShunt AG has launched a new corporate identity and product branding to support its goal of leadership in the area of fluid management within the body. The company will now operate as Sequana Medical AG ( www.sequanamedical.com ) as it prepares for the upcoming launch of the ALFApump System in Europe. "There were a number of compelling reasons to rebrand ...
plusWind International / BKW acquires two more wind farms in Italy
Bern (ots) - BKW FMB Energy Ltd (BKW) has acquired another two wind farms in Italy from Fortore Energia S.p.A. The acquisition strengthens BKW's position as a producer of wind power. The two find farms, Buglia (20 MW) and Ripacandida (42 MW), are located in Italy's windiest region, Apulia, and collectively produce around 95 Gigawatt hours of electricity a year. BKW has acquired these wind farms as part of its move to ...
plusShepard Fox Communications wins PR account for Location Promotion of Switzerland in Germany
Zurich (ots) - Swiss-based PR agency Shepard Fox Communications has won the PR account for Location Promotion of Switzerland in Germany assigned by the Swiss Trade and Investment Promotion Agency. The PR mission is to promote investment in Switzerland by German entrepreneurs, companies and investors. The Swiss Trade and Investment Promotion Agency is part of Osec, the ...
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WISeKey Invited to e-G8 Forum in Paris to Promote the Right to Disappear Initiative and the Android launch of WISeID
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - WISeKey is in Paris at the e-G8 Forum, discussing the "Right to Disappear" initiative and WISeID Personal Data Protector. Since Carlos Moreira appeared on CNBC last month discussing privacy on the Internet, WISeID has been receiving unprecedented attention. WISeID also debuted on the ...
plusHelsinn Group invests in thorne research and will jointly pursue the development of nutritional products, information and support services in cancer care
Lugano, Switzerland/Sandpoint, ID (ots) - Helsinn Group makes an equity investment for a minority interest in Thorne Research, Inc. and plans to jointly commercialize nutritional supplement products with initial focus on meeting the needs of people living with cancer Helsinn Group a rapidly growing pharmaceutical ...
plusWISeKey Welcomes Top Executive Gary Shainberg from BT as Chief Digital & Innovation Officer
Geneva, Switzerland (ots) - WISeKey announces the arrival of Gary Shainberg in the newly established role of Chief Digital & Innovation Officer to lead the eSecurity company into new global markets. Gary Shainberg joins WISeKey after serving as Vice President, Global Technology & Innovation Support at BT. Since 1997, Gary was involved in the design, development, and ...
plusGreat Conversations at Swissôtel: Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts looks to social networks and launches viral campaign
plusPevion's shareholders elect Jean-Paul Prieels, former Head Research GSK Vaccines, to its Board
Ittigen / Berne, Switzerland (ots) - Pevion Biotech AG today announced that Jean-Paul Prieels has joined its Board of Directors. Until January 2011, Dr. Prieels was Senior Vice President Research and Development at GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals. Jean-Paul Prieels joined GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals in 1987 as Associate ...
plusPaper.li Partners with HBO® on Branded Fan Newspaper for Game of Thrones[SM]
Lausanne (ots) - Curation website to create a daily Twitter newspaper for HBO's new drama series Game of Thrones, enabling fans to receive updates, discover like-minded followers and new content Paper.li announced today that it is partnering with HBO to deliver a daily, branded newspaper to fans of the network's new series, Game of Thrones ( ...
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