As a result of an explosion at Apache Energy’s Varanus Island facility, and the disruption of gas supply to its Western Australia facilities, Alcoa of Australia today notified its customers that it was declaring force majeure under its alumina supply contracts.
The earthquake in China has brought great hardship to many people. Right away, manroland Greater China and its employees donated a substantial sum for the earthquake victims in China. Spontaneously, booth employees also decided to contribute and collected donations during the traditional half-time party. They were able to come up with 4,000 euros.
The New York Times announced today that Michael Valentine has been named vice president, human resources, effective June 30. Mr. Valentine will be responsible for all human resources functions for The Times and will report to Scott Heekin-Canedy, president and general manager, The New York Times.
Polestar has acquired assets from Quebecor World in Corby, just two months after an administrator was appointed. The multi-million pound deal covers the 72-page KBA 818 Compacta high speed press with sophisticated Gammerler in line finishing, and post press equipment including two Ferag stitching lines.
In connection with drupa 2008, the Print Media Academy (PMA) hosted the first international network meeting “Women in Print”, which took place in the Sternberg Lounge on June 5, 2008. More than 90 participants, among them Ulrike Schreier, spouse of Heidelberg CEO Bernhard Schreier, followed the interesting lectures.
AEP Industries Inc. (NASDAQ:AEPI) today reported financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended April 30, 2008.
EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC), the world leader in information infrastructure solutions, today announced successful completion of the tender offer for the outstanding shares of common stock of Iomega Corporation (NYSE:IOM). EMC expects to complete the Iomega acquisition within the next several business days. At that time, Iomega will disclose the completion of the merger in a Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
