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SGS Announces GMO Potato Receives Non-Regulated Status from USDA APHIS
Effective 10 November 2014, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) determined that a genetically engineered (GE) potato developed for low acrylamide potential and reduced black spot bruising received a non-regulated status (1). - January 05, 2015 - SGS
DWBHCORP Making Strategic Moves in the Health-Information Technology (IT) Market:
DWBH, LLC (DWBHCORP) is making strategic moves in the Health-IT market, leveraging previous management experience providing Health Professional and Technical Services to the DoD. “We are expanding our customer base to include the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Centers for Medicare... - January 05, 2015 - DWBH, LLC (DWBHCORP)
Experiential Travel Products and Five-Star All Inclusive Cruises to Introduce at ATF Myanmar 2015
Luxury travel is becoming more experiential and personal. The growth of the experiential travel market is well reported and Vietnam has developed many such experiences for 2015 such as first five-star all inclusive Emperor Cruises in Nha Trang Bay. - January 05, 2015 - Luxury Travel Co., Ltd
Ainsworth Trailer Repair Stresses the Importance of Balancing Your Trailer for Maximum Trailer Safety
With the rough winter weather upon us, Ainsworth Trailer Repair is offering their trailer safety expertise based on the damage they continually repair to help new drivers ensure that their trailer is properly maintained and managed for the loads they haul. One example, is improperly loading your... - January 04, 2015 - Ainsworth Trailer Repair Inc.
MTX Audio Unveils Polaris Slingshot and Other Custom Vehicles at 2015 CES
MTX Audio is set to debut new custom vehicles at the upcoming International CES including an all new Polaris Slingshot. - January 02, 2015 - Mitek Corporation
The New Cranchi 54 Fly Yacht, Bought by Famous Actor Mostafa Shaban, Arrives in El Gouna, Egypt
Marine Centre International (www.marinecentreint.com) welcomed the arrival of the new Cranchi 54 Fly in El Gouna, Egypt, bought by famous actor Mostafa Shaban. The new proud owner of one of the most stylish Cranchi yachts available arrived in El Gouna to enjoy his new yacht while the team of... - January 01, 2015 - Marine Centre International
The Specialist Eco Car Website EcoCars4Sale.com Appoints New Chief Editor
EcoCars4Sale.com and ElectricCar2Buy.co.uk, two of the finest specialist motoring websites, have appointed Andrew Merritt-Morling as Editor-in-Chief from 1 January 2015. Andrew is best known as the founder and managing editor of first4auto.com, the independent car and van portal. - December 31, 2014 - Eco Cars 4 Sale
Ontario Parking Systems Ltd. Announce New Products
Ontario Parking Systems has announced that they have added new products to their current selection of barrier gate operators in Toronto including the B680H. This barrier gate operator features “everlasting” springs, allowing it to exceed 2,000,000 cycles of continuous-use and can also... - December 31, 2014 - Ontario Parking Systems Ltd.
Russian Railways Logistics Organized Delivery of 100-Meter Rails for Moscow Metro
Russian Railways Logistics organized delivery of 100-meter rails produced by EVRAZ Consolidated West-Siberian Metallurgical Plant (EVRAZ ZSMK) for the Moscow Metro. The first batch with 60 rails (389 tons) arrived on December, 25 at Lyublino-Sortirovochnaya station from Novokuznetsk. Up to the... - December 31, 2014 - RZD Logistics
Free Designated Driver Service New Year’s Eve
The Drunk Driving Prevention Program (DDPP) has been providing a free designated driver service that covers the entire island of Oahu since October 18th 2013. DDPP designated drivers work in two man volunteer driver teams. The DDPP also drives the participant’s vehicle home for free upon... - December 31, 2014 - Drunk Driving Prevention Program
Pricol Technologies Limited Appraised at CMMI Level 3
Pricol Technologies Limited today announced that it has been appraised at Level 3 of the CMMI Institute’s Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI).The appraisal was performed by Mr. Tumu Sathish Kumar, Concept Quality Assurance Labs Pvt. Ltd. - December 26, 2014 - Pricol Technologies
ACEX Alliance Forwarders Develop Russian Logistics in Japan
On October 22-24 the 10th conference of World Freight Alliance took place in Osaka, Japan. ACEX Group has been its member since 2005. - December 26, 2014 - ACEX
January TraceGains Webinar Addresses FDA Menu and Vending Machines Labeling Requirements
TraceGains, a full service supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution, will host a highly requested webinar about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recently released final rules on menu labeling. The FDA has finalized two rules requiring that calorie... - December 25, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
Sonic Sentinel, LLC Releases Innovative Model 14-1 Sonic Cannon
Sonic Sentinel, LLC, is pleased to announce the release of its new, innovative Model 14-1 sonic wildlife hazing cannon. The propane fueled, solar powered Model 14-1 is designed to be compact, rugged, and technologically advanced. The portable Model 14-1 is the first product of its kind to offer a... - December 24, 2014 - Sonic Sentinel, LLC
Fix Auto Expands National Footprint with Nine New Franchises
Fix Auto USA is a chain of franchises specializing in auto collision and auto body repair. Today, Fix Auto is announcing the addition of nine new franchise locations. - December 23, 2014 - Fix Auto USA
TraceGains Training Opportunities at 2015 Customer Conference
TraceGains, a web-based, full-service supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution, is hosting the second annual Customer Conference for customers of TraceGains. March 4th attendees will choose the best track that meets their needs. Business Process Track supports how to best... - December 22, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
Wendover Corp. Makes Asset Purchase of AIM Business Leads
Wendover Corporation, a premiere B2B Marketing Intelligence Provider since 1982, has made an asset purchase of AIM Business Leads. - December 21, 2014 - Wendover Corporation
Epoxy Oilserv Nigeria Offers Premium Lubricants, Opens ASPAMDA Branch, Lagos
Epoxy Oilserv Limited has announced the opening of a brand new shop in Auto Spare Parts and Machinery Association also known as (ASPAMDA) Auto market in Lagos on 18th December 2014, this is in line with Epoxy’s mission of ensuring that quality lubricants products gets to resellers and... - December 21, 2014 - Epoxy Oilserv Limited
Aluminum Industry Experiences Growth as Manufacturing Increases
The Delivering Excellence newsletter reported the aluminum industry directly employs more than 155,000 workers. For each aluminum industry job, an additional 3.3 employment positions are created elsewhere in the economy. In total, 672,000 U.S. jobs are created by the production, processing and use... - December 20, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
Safeguard Self Storage Expands Again in the Miami Market
Safeguard Self Storage has opened yet another new facility in the Miami market, the second in less than 30 days, this time on Flagler Street just west of downtown. This marks the company’s 12th store in south Florida and its 65th store in the nation. - December 20, 2014 - Safeguard Self Storage
SmartTOP Add-on Convertible Top Controller by Mods4cars for Audi and Volkswagen Gets New Design
The SmartTOP retrofit Convertible Top add-on kit made by Mods4cars which is available for Audi A3 and Audi A4 Convertibles as well as Audi TT Roadster and VW Golf VI Convertible now comes in a new and improved design. Effective immediately these kits now contain modules with the new, custom designed Mods4cars product enclosure. The SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller allows using the top with the console switch while driving and from afar with the original key fob remote. - December 20, 2014 - Mods4cars
Coville Recruits Nicholas Pence to Key Business Development Role
Nick Pence will join the vertically-integrated domestic provider of innovative knits and apparel on January 1, 2015 to manage current fabric, garment and Coville Brands customers and seek new business opportunities. - December 19, 2014 - Coville Inc.
Windshield Repair Franchise Opens in Contra Costa County
SuperGlass franchise #310 opens in Concord, CA. Mobile windshield repair, headlight restoration, and glass scratch removal now available at reasonable prices to fleets, dealerships, insurance customers and general public. - December 19, 2014 - SuperGlass Windshield Repair
SGS Introduces Sixth Edition of the US FDA Food Facility Registration Guidance
On 18 November 2014, the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) published their sixth edition of the food facility registration guidance (1). The major change in the guidance involves the proposed definition of farm from the Preventive Control rule that was published 29 September 2014. - December 19, 2014 - SGS
Food Processor Industry Reports Food Fraud Growing Concern
The December TraceGains’ newsletter, Industry Insider, reported on food fraud as a growing concern to food processors and others in the food chain. As a result, the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), the global consortium dedicated to improving food safety for consumers, proposed adding... - December 19, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
EMKA Join the Data Centre Alliance as Corporate Partners
With the introduction of their Biometric Access system EMKA UK has joined the Data Centre Alliance as Corporate Partners to pass on their knowledge and expertise in the locking industry, especially relating to the securing of cabinets. - December 19, 2014 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
RYDE to Provide Game Transportation for San Diego Bowl Games - SDCCU Poinsettia Bowl and National University Holiday Bowl
Luxury Motorcoaches Provide Enhanced Access to Qualcomm Stadium from Multiple Locations. - December 19, 2014 - RYDE
TraceGains Recognized as Food Logistics Top 100 Software and Technology Providers
TraceGains, a leader in supplier document management in the food industry was recently honored as one of Food Logistics Top 100 Software and Technology Providers in 2014. “The impact of software and technology on the global food supply chain is truly profound,” emphasized Lara L. - December 18, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
Distribution Industry Delivering Preassembled Cabinets Meeting Customer Demands
The Delivering Excellence newsletter reported cabinet makers offering door-to-door shipping and delivery service on affordable, ready-to-assemble kitchen cabinets. Homeowners will now be able to give their kitchen a whole new look for a lot less money, in a small amount of time by choosing RTA... - December 18, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
SGS Warns on Fraudulent Reports and Hazardous Substances Declarations and Their Impact on RoHS Compliance
From the moment the EU RoHS Directive came into force, market surveillance authorities have been identifying and taking action against various types of inaccurate, misleading or fraudulent substance declarations. - December 18, 2014 - SGS
MASA Assist President Elected to Better Business Bureau of Fort Worth and Tarrant County Board of Directors
The BBB Board of Directors is elected by nomination. 10 local professionals were selected and voted to serve a three-year term as a Board of Director in January 2015. - December 17, 2014 - MASA Assist
Women Filling Lucrative Trucking Driving Shortage
The Delivering Excellence newsletter reported only 5.2 percent of semi-truck drivers in the U.S. are women, yet with a shortage of 30,000 truckers nationwide, and expected to grow to more than 200,000 in the next decade, Ellen Voie, president and chief executive of the Women in Trucking... - December 17, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
TraceGains Webinar Addresses FDA Menu and Vending Machines Labeling Requirements
TraceGains, a full service supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution, will host a highly requested webinar about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recently released final rules on menu labeling. The FDA has finalized two rules requiring that calorie... - December 17, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
Cycle, Trek and Horse Ride Mongolia with SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads is reaching higher altitudes with the launch of a multi-activity tour across the magnificent rugged plains of Mongolia. - December 15, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Food Service Industry Represent 47 Percent Food Dollars Spent in America
The Delivering Excellence newsletter reported that some 276 million meals are consumed away from home in the U.S. alone. That meal away from home is the “foodservice industry” and represents 47 percent of food dollars spent daily in America. Behind the scenes of most professional... - December 14, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
Dublin-Based National Truck Rental Offering Access to Specialised Vehicles
Dublin-based experts for van hire services, National Truck Rental are now offering their clientele across the country access to their complete array of specialized vehicles. Included within the company’s comprehensive suite are their refrigerated vehicles, articulated cabs and tractor units,... - December 14, 2014 - National Truck Rental
Transformative Invention; Low Cost Manufacturing Process for Automotive Heat Transfer Products Focused on Lightening, Lower Cost & Better Cooling
Thermo-Pur Technologies announces the issuance of a system and method patent, for its revolutionary low cost metal forming manufacturing process. Thermo-Pur Technologies creates exponential change in the manufacturing process. It reduces environmental impact through a low cost, high speed laser... - December 14, 2014 - Thermo-Pur Technologies
Dry Cleaning Franchises See Significant Growth Due to Route Delivery Demands
The Delivering Excellence newsletter reported that dry cleaning and laundry services franchises are among the fastest growing, as busy professionals need to find time-saving efficiencies in their lives and lifestyles. Same day pickup and delivery demands are greater than ever before. These... - December 13, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
TraceGains' First Webinar in Series Discussed Food Safety Impact
TraceGains, a full service supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution, hosted a popular webinar series called, “What Is Safe Food?” The webinar featured a distinguished panel including Karil Kochenderfer of Linkages, a consultancy specializing in global trade,... - December 13, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
Motor Home Specialist's 3rd Annual Donation to Cook Children's Hospital Surpass $500,000
Motor Home Specialist, the #1 Volume Selling Motor Home Dealer in the World, is once again giving back to Cook Children's Hospital with its 3rd Annual Year-End Close-Out promotion. Motor Home Specialist donating $1000 for every new motor home sold. - December 13, 2014 - MHSRV.com
Dutchland Plastics Wins Top Awards for Rotomolding
Dutchland Plastics was awarded two of the highest awards from the Association of Rotational Molders (ARM) at the 2014 Rotomolded Products Competition. - December 12, 2014 - Dutchland Plastics
Dublin-Based Van Rental Company National Truck Rental Now Offering Special Pricing on Mini Mover Transit Luton
Dublin-based van rental specialists, National Truck Rental have recently announced a new special offer on their high quality moving vehicles. The company is now offering their Mini Mover Transit Luton at special weekend pricing of just €165 for the entire weekend. The Mini Mover Transit Luton... - December 12, 2014 - National Truck Rental
Magline Provides News Resource for Route Delivery Distribution Industry
Delivering Excellence, a newsletter which provides industry leaders with flexible solutions to meet a variety of route distribution needs, based on experience with a range of applications and industries. Delivery routes with a variety of lightweight and ergonomically-designed solutions allow... - December 12, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
Alpine Towing & Recovery Prepares Large Fleet Companies for Winter Emergencies with 24 Hour Roadside Assistance
Known as one of the most dependable tow truck companies in Buena Vista, Salida, and Woodland Park, Alpine Towing & Recovery has announced that they will be offering fleet pricing on roadside assistance coverage for customers that have three or more company vans or five or more semi-trucks in service. - December 12, 2014 - Alpine Towing & Recovery
SGS Informs on Four New Commission Regulations to Amend Pesticide Maximum Residue Levels
In October 2014, the European Union (EU) published four Commission Regulations, amending Annexes II, III and V to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 on maximum residue levels (MRLs) of pesticides in or on certain products. - December 12, 2014 - SGS
FoodTec Solutions Revolutionizes Food Delivery Through Gamification
Mobile App Motivates Delivery Drivers and Increases Performance - December 12, 2014 - FoodTec Solutions
Philippines’ Huma Island Resort Recruits Industry Leading Seaplane Chief Pilot, Captain Eric Brill
Huma Island Resort & Spa, a luxury Philippines resort, has hired Captain Eric Brill, an American seaplane pilot, as its Chief Pilot of Seaplane Operations. - December 12, 2014 - Huma Island
Success Training Strategies Improve Route Delivery Driver Recruitment and Retention
The Delivering Excellence newsletter profiled Maines Paper & Food Service and Ben E. Keith Foods and shared some of their successful training strategies. A foodservice delivery driver commonly makes 15 stops on a daily route, lifts hundreds of cases of product during that route, rotates... - December 11, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
Quality Assurance Experts Critical for Future Food Industry Growth
TraceGains, a web-based, full-service supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution, discussed the increasing demand for Quality Assurance food safety experts in the company blog. Jenn Brusco, TraceGains’ Marketing Specialist commented, “The vast SKU proliferation... - December 11, 2014 - TraceGains Inc.
Ainsworth Trailer Repair Stresses the Importance of Regular Trailer Maintenance for Towing and Driving Safely This Winter Season
Colorado-based trailer maintenance company Ainsworth Trailer Repair is stressing the importance of a comprehensive trailer check-up to prepare for the intense traffic congestion typically associated with any winter holiday. With unpredictable road conditions and DUI arrests at their highest between... - December 11, 2014 - Ainsworth Trailer Repair Inc.