John Solomon Appointed Executive Editor of The Washington Times
Brings innovation, insight and award-winning investigative reporting to top job
Brings innovation, insight and award-winning investigative reporting to top job
The news: Xerox was awarded 584 patents in 2007, up 31 percent from 2005. The background: Company is delivering on promise to boost 2005 patent awards by one-third within three years. Why it matters: Inventions enable Xerox to quicken pace of digital document system and services development, resulted in 39 new products and services in 2007.
Stora Enso’s co-determination negotiations regarding Kymenlaakso ended on 11 January 2008 and regarding Kemijärvi on 15 January 2008. The negotiations were carried out in a constructive manner, and all parties tried to find a solution to the situation. Stora Enso will announce the decisions on 17 January, when it will also comment on the content of the negotiations.
Quebecor Inc. and Tricap Partners, a private equity fund managed by Brookfield Asset Management, announced today that they have jointly submitted a binding proposal to Quebecor World Inc. (“QWI)” for a $400 million Rescue Financing Facility that would avert its liquidity challenges and recapitalize the company. Quebecor Inc. and Tricap Partners are equal investors in the facility.
American Greetings Corporation (NYSE:AM) today announced the successful completion of its tender offer, through a wholly owned subsidiary, to acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of PhotoWorks, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PHTW) for 59.5 cents per share or approximately $26.5 million.
New Staples Copy & Print Shop Format Extends Staples’ Ability to Provide High-Quality Copy and Print Services to New York City Businesses
Avineon, Inc., a successful provider of IT, engineering, geospatial and program management services, today announced it has been awarded a contract with the Department of the Treasury, Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), to provide IT security program management and operations support, certification and accreditation, and compliance monitoring support for new and existing systems.