St. Martins First Lodge in Central Europe Opened its Doors at Lake NeusiedlSEEWINKEL, Austria, November 25 - On Saint Martin's day, the first Lodge in Central Europe opened Start of Largest European Study on Strategic Planning in Retail BankingRUESSELSHEIM, Germany, November 17 - Today is the start of the largest European study on the current status of Weaker Economies in Foreign Markets, Currency Effects and Further Roaming Regulation Impact Results for the First Nine Months 2009VIENNA, Austria, November 12 - Si.mobil Slovenia Chooses RealNetworks to Power Music ServiceReal deploys second service under its 4-year mobilkom austria group agreement and continues growth in Eastern Europe “Gender Art” From Eastern Europe in ViennaVIENNA, Austria - - The Austrian Museum of Modern Art MUMOK is to Open the Large Show “Gender Check - Femininity and Masculinity in Eastern European Art” on November 12, 2009 intendiX - Communication by Thoughts: First Patient-Ready System on the MarketSCHIEDLBERG, Austria - For more than 20 years researchers all over the world have been working on the development of a Brain-Computer Interface (BCI). This is a direct communication channel between the brain and a computer. Such a system enables completely paralyzed patients to communicate or to control devices in their environment just by mental activity. During the last years some patients have been supervised by the researchers themselves to use such BCI systems in daily life. The Austrian company g.tec medical engineering GmbH now brings the first patient-ready BCI on the market. The EEG-based spelling system is called intendiX and enables the user to select keys from a matrix just by paying attention to a target symbol on the screen. GLV Reduces From 90% to 75% the Minimum Acceptance Threshold for Shares to be Tendered Into its Voluntary Takeover Bid for the Shares of Christ Water TechnologyMONTREAL - GLV Inc. (”GLV”; ticker symbols GLV.A, GLV.B / TSX) announces an amendment to the conditions of its voluntary takeover bid (the “Offer”), launched on October 13, 2009, to acquire up to 100% of the shares of Christ Water Technology AG (”CWT”). Pursuant to this amendment, the minimum acceptance threshold for shares to be tendered into the Offer has been reduced from 90% to 75% of CWT’s outstanding shares. The amendment to the required minimum threshold condition has been approved by the Austrian Takeover Commission. Europe’s Most Valuable Brand Corporations: Nokia EUR 35,220 bn, Followed by French LVMH Group and Belgian Inbev GroupVIENNA, Austria - The European brand value study eurobrand2009 was presented by European Brand Institute in Vienna. Details and reports: study.eurobrand.cc. More Than 20 Million People are Over-indebted in EuropeVIENNA, Austria - - European Consumer Debt Network Expects Numbers to Grow and Calls European Decision Makers to Take Urgent Action Vienna - Now or Never! Vienna Tourist Board Launches New Advertising LineVIENNA, Austria - With its new advertising line, the Vienna Tourist Board plans to attract international visitors to Vienna right now, without delay. “Vienna - now or never” is the slogan positioned in a “communication square.” The images show Vienna from exciting perspectives, with unusual image details and state-of-the-art photographic aesthetics. IDENTEC SOLUTIONS Receives First Order From the U.S. Department of Defense for ILR ISO 18000-7 TechnologyLUSTENAU, Austria - IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, the global leader in industrial active RFID based solutions, patented ILR technology will now be deployed by the single largest user of active RFID products in the world - the U.S. Department of Defense. The World’s Most Prosperous Nations are in Europe, Finds Legatum Prosperity Index; Finland is Top; The United Kingdom Ranks 12th, Ahead of Germany (14th) and France (17th)LONDON - - Despite High Concentration of World’s Most Prosperous Countries in Europe, Signs of Potential Weakness in Domestic Security and Governance Laser Ignition in SpaceVILLACH, Austria - - Sensor Research Centre CTR Aims to Use Laser Ignition in Space Following automotive and aviation applications, Carinthian Tech Research (CTR) is now working on using laser ignition in space systems. The German Aerospace Centre (Institute of Propulsion Technology), engine manufacturers EADS Astrium and CTR are carrying out the project jointly for the European Space Agency (ESA). In addition to developing a technology roadmap, research also includes testing the HiPoLas(R) miniature laser ignition system on a thruster breadboard. “What made this innovation possible was miniaturising the laser source, which does not require any optical elements and tolerates extremely high temperatures and vibrations,” explains Simon Grasser, CTR’s director. Laser ignition has several advantages: the plasma discharge can be located anywhere and the higher energy than in electrical systems ensures that ignition occurs even at very high beam speeds and with various mixtures. When Winter’s Tales Come to LifeVIENNA, Austria - - Magic of Advent in Vienna Ablaze in New Lights This Year In the middle of Vienna, between City Hall and the Burgtheater, you will find one of the most beautiful winter wonderlands: Vienna’s Magic of Advent with its famous Christmas market. Even the youngest visitors walk around with their eyes wide open and wonder about the many surprises the Magic of Advent in Vienna has to offer. Adults stroll leisurely through the park or take in the pre-Christmas hustle and bustle of the Christmas market: because soon it is the time of the year again… New Further Education Course in Energy and Carbon ManagementKREMS, Austria - - Unique MBA Program at Danube University Krems, Austria Starting November 2009 Mobile Research Conference 2010: Prestigious Speakers From Academia and Commerce Come Together to Join the Debate - and There’s Still Time to Take Part!LONDON, COLOGNE, Germany, NEW YORK, and VIENNA, Austria - Following the success of the 2009 event, the organizing committee of the Mobile Research Conference (www.mobileresearchconference.com) announces its line-up of prestigious keynote speakers at next year’s event on 8-9th March in London. Hosted by Globalpark, a leading provider of panel, community and survey software, the conference is the must-attend event for anyone interested in understanding this emerging research platform. Transformative Urban Public Works Plan for Medellin, Colombia Wins 2009 Curry Stone Design Prize for Emerging Humanitarian InnovationLOUISVILLE, Kentucky - - Medellin’s Former Urban Projects Director, Alejandro Echeverri, and Former Mayor, Sergio Fajardo, to Share US$100,000 Award Curry Stone Design Prize Announces 2009 Finalists for Emerging Humanitarian InnovationNEW YORK - - Finalists Include Former Medellin Mayor, Architect of “Handmade” Buildings in Bangladesh; Co-founder of “Transition” Movement BAT Stiftung Fur Zukunftsfragen (foundation for future studies) Publishes a new European SurveyHAMBURG - - Cross reference: Picture is distributed via EPA (European Pressphoto Agency) and can be downloaded free of charge under: ARNULF RAINER MUSEUM to Open in Baden, AustriaBADEN, Austria - - Press Briefing, September 25, 2009, 11 a.m. On September 25, 2009 the eagerly anticipated ARNULF RAINER MUSEUM will open its doors. We cordially invite the media to a press briefing on the occasion of the grand opening. Please note that accreditation for all participants is essential: www.arnulf-rainer-museum.at The World Comes to Play at PlatogoVIENNA, Austria - - Casual Gaming, User-Generated Content and a Showcase for Game Developers AccessKenya and Tata Communications Sign Partnership Agreement to Launch Tier 1 Internet Point of Presence in KenyaMUMBAI, India - - The Kenya IP PoP Will Link East African Users to Europe and South Africa as well as to Asia and India via the SEACOM Cable System Invitation to the International Press Conference With Jermaine Jackson on September 8, 2009 at Vienna City Hall for the Presentation of THE TRIBUTE in Memory of Michael JacksonVIENNA, Austria - Jermaine Jackson, co-producer of THE TRIBUTE, the City of Vienna and WORLD AWARDS MEDIA cordially invite you to the International Press Conference for the official presentation of THE TRIBUTE In Memory of Michael Jackson, the major international tribute concert to be held on September 26, 2009 in front of Schoenbrunn Palace in Vienna, Austria. World Finance Global Insurance Awards 2009LONDON - The need for a stable and reliable insurance company is, and always has been, of great importance to both individuals and firms. One of the main problems with choosing the right firm to suit specific needs is the vast array of firms within the market. So much choice can lead to confusion and mistakes being made. With that in mind, World Finance scoured the globe to filter the market, and here recommends the best available. Congratulations to those who made the grade this year. Disrupting Regulatory Measures and the Overall Tense Economic Situation Impact Results for the First Half Year 2009VIENNA, Austria - - Fixed Net line loss cut by 2/3 in 1H 09 to 20,600 lines - Double digit subscriber growth of 10.1% to 18.1 million customers in Mobile Communication - Revenues decline by 5.8% to EUR 2,388.8 million primarily driven by lower Fixed Net revenues - EBITDA decreases by 5.2% to EUR 904.8 million while operating costs decline by 6.7% - Operating free cash flow grows by 5.9% while free cash flow per share increases by 2.4% to 0.75 EUR - Outlook for 2009 on a constant currency basis fully reiterated, as announced on the occasion of the 1Q 09 results - Dividend per share floor of 75 cent per share reiterated for 2009-2012 - Management Board has resolved to cancel 17 million treasury shares or 3.7% of share capital as of August 24, 2009, thus, the number of shares will be reduced to 443 million - Share buyback envisaged for 2010, subject to stable conditions RealNetworks Inks Tenth Music-on-Demand Deal in Europe with mobilkom austriaSALZBURG, Austria - - A1 subscribers gain choice of plans - Real now powers MOD in 10 countries in Europe; 14 globally Siemens Festival Nights 2009: Live Worldwide Webcasts From Bayreuth and SalzburgMUNICH, Germany - The Bayreuth and Salzburg Festivals will begin on July 25. At both festivals, the Siemens Festival Nights will present operas live on large outdoor screens in perfect HD video quality and 3-D sound. At the same time, a worldwide audience will be able to watch Tristan und Isolde (Bayreuth, August 9) and Cosi fan tutte (Salzburg, July 30) via Web stream at a modest fee and view the operas for a second time, on demand, within the following two weeks. Invitation to the International Press Conference With Jermaine Jackson Presentation of the SAVE THE WORLD AWARDS 2009VIENNA, Austria - - Andie MacDowell and Carl Lewis Will Attend - Press Conference on July 24 at 11 p.m. at the Palais Niederosterreich in Vienna Raiffeisenbank in Russia Goes Live With Misys Midas PlusLONDON - - Bank Upgrades to Latest Version of Midas Plus to Cater for Over Five Million Accounts Opera “Aida” on the Worlds Largest Floating Stage (Bregenz, Austria)BREGENZ, Austria - - TV Pictures Available by Satellite - Satellite Broadcast Directly After the Opening of the Festival on Nord Stream and EU Energy Commissioner Reaffirm Importance of New Gas Supply RoutesZUG, Switzerland - - Nord Stream Will Provide Supply Route Diversification and Additional Gas From 2011 Jermaine Jackson at the 2009 SAVE THE WORLD AWARDS on July 24 in AustriaVIENNA, Austria - - Television Show From the Nuclear Power Plant Zwentendorf in Lower Austria With the Motto “HEAL THE WORLD” Companies are Failing to Keep Their Overseas Subsidiary Reporting in Good ShapeLONDON - Companies across the globe are failing to maintain the required legislative and regulatory reporting requirements for their subsidiaries, according to TMF Group, (TMF) the world’s leading independent provider of accounting and corporate secretarial services and Computershare Governance Services (CGS), the leading subsidiary governance software supplier. Statement: Tank Rail Car Accident ViareggioPERCHTOLDSDORF, Austria - GATX Rail Europe is deeply saddened by the tragic derailment that occurred in Viareggio. GATX Rail Europe is cooperating with the appropriate authorities and at this time, full details regarding the cause of the derailment are not yet known. The Impact of Financing Mechanisms on Patient Access to Innovation - EHTI Presents Research FindingsBRUSSELS and INNSBRUCK, Austria - - Italian Data Highlights Importance of Non-Financial Drivers in Reimbursement Context |
