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CAPE TOWN, South Africa, November 24 - Africa has garnered new interest from investors over the last year as the
economic slowdown in developed economies has highlighted the growth potential
on the continent. Many sectors in Africa have continued to shine, despite the
global economic turmoil.
Work will expand ZigBee Smart Energy complex metering application support
SAN RAMON, California, November 23 - The ZigBee(R) Alliance, a global ecosystem of companies creating wireless
solutions for use in energy management, commercial and consumer applications
announced a liaison agreement with the DLMS User Association to collaborate
on metering data compatibility.
NANJING, China, November 23 - ET Solar Group Corp. ("ET Solar"), a Nanjing-based photovoltaic ("PV")
system turnkey solution provider and integrated manufacturer of PV products
announced obtainment of an RMB400 million credit facility.
The pump price for both petrol and diesel are now at their highest this year with fears of even more hikes before the end of the year.
LONDON, November 23 - Mercuria Energy has acquired 3B Biofuels Gmbh & Co. KG, a leading
European bio-diesel refinery with 250,000 MT of fully operational production
capacity. The plant is located in Brunsbuttel, Germany, at the confluence of
the Elbe River and the Kiel canal, approximately eighty kilometers from
Hamburg. This strategic location is close to the main commodity and refinery
ports of Hamburg and the Benelux countries, providing competitive sourcing
and selling opportunities. Following an upgrade which was completed in June
2009, the plant is a state-of-the-art facility.
TORONTO, November 23 - Bontan Corporation Inc. (Bontan) (OTCBB:BNTNF) is pleased to announce
that it has acquired, through its wholly owned subsidiary, an indirect 71.63%
working interest in two drilling licenses and one exploration permit in the
Levantine Basin, 40 kilometers off the West coast of Israel in the eastern
Mediterranean ("Project Assets"). Petroleum License 347 ("Mira") and
Petroleum License 348 ("Sarah") cover approximately 198,000 acres (803 sq.
kilometers), and Petroleum Preliminary Permit 199 ("Benjamin"), covers
approximately 461,000 acres (1,865 sq kilometers).
LONDON, November 19 - Gunvor International B.V. ("Gunvor"), one of the world's major
independent energy companies announces Stephane Caudron will be starting on 1
January 2010 as Head of LNG.
DONGYING, China, November 19 - CNPV today announced that it has entered into a long-term strategic
partnership sales agreement with STAND-BY Europe, a well-known Czech Project
development and distribution company. The agreement was signed in conjunction
with STAND-BY Europe's recent October 15-16, 2009 visit to a CNPV facility
along with CTP invest, Reiffeisen Bank and Lumen Engineering Company.
CURRENT CEO Tom Casey Speaks on the Game Changing Power of Grid-based Demand Management Solutions through CURRENT's leading System Optimization Technologies for the Distribution Grid at GreenBeat 2009
HOUSTON, November 19 - Endeavour International Corporation (NYSE-Amex: END) (LSE: ENDV) will
participate in the Canaccord Adams Global Energy Conference on Wednesday,
December 2, 2009.
Easy Energy Introduces YoGen
WASHINGTON, November 19 - While it may not be possible to put "peace on Earth" on holiday lists
this season, thanks to YoGen(R), an innovative product from Easy Energy (OTC
Bulletin Board: ESYE), one can still give the gift of "peace of mind!"
SINGAPORE, November 20 - IntercontinentalExchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE), a leading operator of global
regulated futures exchanges, clearing houses and over-the-counter (OTC)
markets, today announced the introduction of an ICE OTC cleared iron ore
contract based on the well-regarded Platts Iron Ore Index. The ICE Platts
Iron Ore Swap 62% Fe (metallic iron) contract will be available for clearing
on ICE Clear U.S. beginning December 2, 2009.
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, November 18 - The waste-to-energy concept is rapidly emerging as an important component
of integrated waste management strategies and has positive growth prospects.
However, due to the low cost of electricity and high capital investment
required in waste-to-energy plants, the incentives for utilising energy
generated from waste are moderately limited.
Frost & Sullivan: Government Support and New Investments are now Vital
LONDON, November 17 - The nascent European marine energy industry is still weathering storms
unleashed by the global economic crisis. This market was particularly hard
hit by the recession because it relied so heavily on venture capital and
private equity investment. But now, it looks as though the UK government and
the EU will extend long-awaited lifelines helping companies continue to
develop this predictable and abundant energy source that is capable of one
day supplying 10 percent of the world's electricity needs. Government support
and new investments are key factors to boost the market.
BERLIN, November 17 - The next round of the "Energy Efficiency Award" starts: Up to 7 February
2010, companies in industry and trade that have achieved exemplary
improvements in energy efficiency can enter the contest. The award, with
prize money totalling 30,000 euros, is offered by the Deutsche
Energie-Agentur GmbH (dena) - the German Energy Agency - in collaboration
with Deutsche Messe and DZ BANK AG and forms part of the Initiative
EnergieEffizienz. The winners will be presented on 20 April 2010 during the
WORLD ENERGY DIALOGUE, attended by high-ranking experts, at the HANNOVER
MESSE 2010. The application documents can be found at:
www.industrie-energieeffizienz.de.
HOUSTON, November 18 - Endeavour International Corporation (Amex: END) (LSE: ENDV) today
announced that it has signed an agreement to redeem US$75 million of its
US$125 million Series C Convertible Preferred Stock and amend the terms of
the remaining US$50 million outstanding. The redemption and amendment reduces
the current dilution to common shareholders and eliminates the potential
dilution Endeavour common shareholders faced if equity capital was utilized
for value-added growth opportunities.
SINGAPORE, November 16 - Despite unprecedented price volatility, global recession, swings in
demand, and the "greening" of the world's energy priorities, major oil
companies maintained their stronghold as the world's top-performing energy
businesses, according to the 2009 Platts Top 250 Global Energy Company
rankings announced here Monday evening.
SINGAPORE, November 16 - Despite unprecedented price volatility, global recession, swings in
demand, and the "greening" of the world's energy priorities, major oil
companies maintained their stronghold as the world's top-performing energy
businesses, according to the 2009 Platts Top 250 Global Energy Company
Rankings(TM) announced here Monday.
HAIFA, Israel, November 11 -
- Consolidated Quarterly net Income Reaches $100 Million, Compared Break
Even in Third Quarter 2008;
REDMOND, Washington and LONDON -
- Microsoft and industry partners continue momentum toward a common platform for information sharing and business process integration in the oil and gas industry worldwide.
WARRENDALE, Pennsylvania, November 10 - A Cooperative Research Program conducted through SAE International to
investigate the safety and environmental performance of a new refrigerant for
mobile air conditioning systems, announced today the successful completion of
its research. Based on these results, the sponsors of the SAE CRP1234 have
concluded that HFO-1234yf can be used as the global replacement refrigerant
in future mobile air conditioning systems. From the evaluation and test
results it has been concluded that HFO-1234yf can be safely accommodated
through established industry standards and practices for vehicle design,
engineering, manufacturing, and service.
TARGU MURES, Romania -
- US$25 Million Investment to Fund Romanian Oil and Gas Field Rehabilitation Projects
SAO PAULO -
Braskem S.A. (”Braskem”), in compliance with CVM Instruction 358/02, announces to shareholders and the market that, in association with IDESA, a traditional Mexican corporate group, it won the auction held by Pemex Gas, a state-owned Mexican company, for the acquisition of ethane, which will be used as feedstock for an integrated petrochemical project to be developed in that country (”Project Ethylene XXI”).
NEW YORK -
“Micro cap and small cap equities across the board, are struggling to receive more broker sponsorship and exposure as a ‘buying window’ opens and to take advantage of the upturn in commodity-driven stocks like gold, silver and other metals,” states Herbert Haft, President of The Haft Group, Inc, Manhattan based investor relations firm with a focus on the micro cap and small cap equities market in the US and Canada, and with expansion plans into the UK and China.
BRUSSELS -
- New AlphaTec(R)58-270: Best Solution for Handling Oily Parts More Safely
Ansell Healthcare, a global leader in barrier protective solutions, announces the launch of the AlphaTec(R)58-270, a new chemical-resistant glove. Designed as a liquid-proof glove requiring less force to grip oily parts, the AlphaTec(R)58-270 incorporates the Ansell Grip Technology(TM). The enhanced grip reduces fatigue and offers superior dexterity. The AlphaTec(R)58-270 is recommended for light handling applications in environments with potential chemical hazards, including the chemical industry, oil refineries and production, automotive and OEM markets, maintenance, metal, machinery & equipment and building & construction. AlphaTec(R)58-270 is a lighter version of the AlphaTec(R) 58-530 and 58-535 gloves which are recommended for medium to high duty chemical applications.
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates and HAUGESUND, Norway -
- European firms adopt new Microsoft desktop and server platforms to improve employee productivity and their capacity for innovation.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, California -
Savi, a Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) company, has formed an oil and gas strategic alliance with Shipcom Wireless and KBR Wireless, who are offering a complete software solution that links with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to instantly track and manage supplies transported between onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities worldwide.
HOUSTON -
Endeavour International Corporation (NYSE Amex: END) (LSE: ENDV) today reported discretionary cash flow for the third quarter of 2009 of US$7.6 million and net income (loss), as adjusted, of US$(6.4) million. For the nine months ended September 30, 2009, discretionary cash flow was US$50.0 million and net income (loss), as adjusted, was US$27.5 million.
LONDON -
- Atlantic Ranks Highest among Electricity Suppliers in the UK, while EDF Ranks Highest among Gas Suppliers
CANBERRA, Australia -
The world needs to broaden the commercial development of carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects across industries, geographies and technologies in order to accelerate deployment, according to the Global CCS Institute’s second key report released today.
TORONTO -
Symbol: NOT:TSX-V Shares Outstanding: 163,631,957 Fully Diluted: 173,461,957
HAIFA, Israel -
- Conference Call Scheduled for November 11, 2009 at 1:30pm UK, 8:30am ET
DONGYING, China -
CNPV (NYSE Euronext: ALCNP), a leading multi-product solar company, today announced that ICIM/Euro Test Lab, Italy has awarded the International Electro Technical Commission (IEC) certification to the company’s premium photovoltaic modules series with power ranging from 190Wp to 200Wp made with high efficiency 125×125mm mono crystalline cells. The premium module series was recently launched and displayed at the 24th EUPVSEC held in Hamburg, Germany. CNPV has, so far, shipped out 8MWp of these premium modules to key customers in Germany, France, Belgium, and Czech Republic for rooftop applications.
BOSTON and CAMBRIDGE, England -
Ember, a leading provider of low-power, wireless mesh networking technology, today announced the appointment of Bert Lutje Berenbroek to the position of vice president of sales for Europe. As part of the Ember management team, he will continue to build momentum for Ember’s ZigBee technology in the region.
LONDON -
IntercontinentalExchange (NYSE: ICE), a leading operator of regulated global futures exchanges, clearing houses and over-the-counter (OTC) markets, today marked the one-year anniversary of the launch of ICE Clear Europe. Based in London, ICE Clear Europe launched on November 3, 2008, amid crisis in financial markets worldwide and during a period of significant demand for additional central clearing services.
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