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President Donald Trump on Monday met with victims of Hurricane Michael in devastated areas of Florida and Georgia but again cast doubt on the scientific consensus that climate change is caused by human activity. Flying in the Marine One presidential helicopter over Florida's Mexico Beach, one of the towns worst hit by the Category 4 storm, Trump surveyed uprooted trees and rows of roofless h Reported by Terra Daily 3 hours ago.

(QCMI) is pleased to announce it has been selected to take part in MetroConnect 2018, an export assistance program run by the World Trade Center San Diego (WTC) and designed to help San Diego companies accelerate their global growth.

SANTEE, Calif. (PRWEB) October 16, 2018

Quality Controlled Manufacturing, Inc. (QCMI) is pleased to announce it has been selected to take part in MetroConnect 2018, an export assistance program run by the World Trade Center San Diego (WTC) and designed to help San Diego companies accelerate their global growth.

The program will allow QCMI to pursue custom motorcycles and classic American car metal components.

“Developing our own product line and growing our export markets is key to the success not only of QCMI, but also will help sustain our 501(c)3 non-profit Manufacturing Training Academy,” said Rick Urban, QCMI’s COO/CFO.

As the flagship export assistance program of World Trade Center San Diego, MetroConnect helps cultivate a pipeline of export-ready firms to elevate San Diego’s global reach. Now in its fourth program-year, company participants will receive a $10,000 grant, presented by JP Morgan Chase & Co., and a suite of programmatic support services to assist with international expansion strategies. Local companies, QCMI included, will have access to a dedicated staff manager at WTC, and will receive guidance on export compliance, financing and fundraising, among other international support services.

“We applaud QCMI for taking the next step in going global,” said Nikia Clarke, Executive Director of World Trade Center San Diego. “With SMEs like this at the forefront, San Diego must continue to increase its export capacity and boost the region’s global identity. MetroConnect is equipping these companies with the resources necessary to do just that.”

The Metro Connect program is highly competitive, with just 20 companies selected based on a variety of criteria including market interest, assessed impact of funds, current international traction and more. Applicants were assessed by a panel of judges, including representatives from Qualcomm Ventures, Biocom, U.S. Commercial Service, Rough Draft Brewing, San Diego State University, Tech San Diego, UC San Diego, San Diego Regional EDC and WTC San Diego.

QCMI joints a cohort of 19 other companies representing a unique cross-section of San Diego’s industries, from defense to life sciences to software and craft goods – each with plans to take San Diego innovation globally. Collectively, the cohort employs 1,181 and has a combined revenue of $392 million revenue and $115 million in international revenue.

Participating companies will also be considered for the program’s MetroConnect Grand Prize Pitchfest in June 2019, which will provide an additional $35,000 to help one or two companies further advance their global agendas. Past grand prize winners include Cypher Genomics (now part of Human Longevity, Inc.), Rough Draft Brewing and CureMatch.

MetroConnect is underwritten by JP Morgan Chase & Co., with additional support provided by Air Canada, Japan Airlines, Japan External Trade Organization, Qualcomm, SYSTRAN, Taylor Guitars, Lufthansa, City of San Diego and others.

The announcement was made by Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer and WTC San Diego on September 26 at WeWork.

About Quality Controlled Manufacturing Inc. (QCMI)
Founded in 1978, QCMI specializes in the precision machining of all metals including exotic alloys. QCMI is ISO9001/AS9100 certified, ITAR registered and Nadcap accredited for Nondestructive Testing. It manufactures components for the aerospace, power generation, Department of Defense (DOD), oil and gas, marine and heavy equipment industries. Key services include CNC turning, milling, and grinding; conventional machining; welding, EDM; fabrication; inspection; nondestructive testing; next higher assembly; and supply chain management. For more information, call (619) 443-3997 or visit http://www.qcmfginc.com.

About World Trade Center San Diego
World Trade Center San Diego operates as an affiliate of San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation. WTC San Diego works to further San Diego’s global competitiveness by building an export pipeline, attracting and retaining foreign investment and increasing San Diego’s global profile abroad. sandiegobusiness.org/wtcsd Reported by PRWeb 5 hours ago.

A total of 15 new companies named representing industries including Information Safety and Medical Devices
BEIJING, Oct. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- China's most innovative companies have been identified in the 2018 Top 100 Chinese Innovators report launched today by Clarivate Analytics, the global leader in providing trusted insights and analytics to accelerate the pace of innovation.  This is the third annual report created by Clarivate, using its patent analysis tools and data including the Derwent World Patents Index, Derwent Patents Citation Index, Derwent Innovation and Derwent Data Analyzer.   

Fifteen new companies have joined the list in 2018,12 of which make their first ever appearance in the Chinese Top 100 Innovators list, representing a range of industry sectors from Information Safety to Medical Devices to a range of high tech industries such as Electronic Components, Communications Equipment and Media Internet. Engineering sectors such as General and Special-purpose Machinery, Automotive and Electrical Equipment are again present together with other areas such as Consumer Goods and Healthcare.

The 2018 report created by Clarivate Analytics covers companies located in mainland China only and excludes Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan and is based on rigorous analysis of four key criteria:

1. *Patent volume* – based on a certain volume of inventions in the past five years
2. *Patent-grant success rate* – the number of inventions with granted invention patents by the number of basic patents from the most recent five years
3. *Invention influence* – how often the organization's invention is subsequently cited by other companies in the patenting of their inventions over the most recent five years
4. *Globalization* – the ratio of inventions filed for protection in countries outside China versus the total volume for that period

"Our analysis indicates that although there has been a slight decline in innovation quality, there has been a shift in strategy among some top innovators away from filing indiscriminately and cheaply and towards filing more selectively on their higher value innovation.  Companies are filing significantly fewer invention patent and utility model applications and are focusing on patenting only the inventions that are strategically more important to their organization," said Bob Stembridge, Principal Patent Analyst at Clarivate Analytics.

The report also revealed that the number of published patent applications in China has grown by an average of 15.3% CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) for the last five years to reach 1.27 million in 2017.  Over the same time period, utility models grew much less at 6.2% CAGR and granted patents rose 15.1% CAGR to just over 420,000. (Source: Derwent Innovation).

Linda Guo, Managing Director of the Greater China region for Clarivate Analytics added, "China's Five-Year Plan (2016-2020), identifies innovation as one of five key goals to drive China's rapid development and growth as the world's second largest economy. It also aims to increase R&D expenditure as a proportion of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to 2.5% by 2020, with support for innovation by way of tax breaks and other significant incentives to support patent filings by China-based entities. This has resulted in a massive increase in the number of Chinese patents as firms seek to protect and commercialize their innovation in one of the largest and most competitive global markets."

Other key findings in the 2018 report identified: 

· Technological innovation is becoming more concentrated in China's eastern region, although the balance has shifted from Beijing.
· The majority of the Top 100 Chinese innovators are focused on protecting their innovation domestically with 61 having patent portfolios comprising of 90% or more filed in China only.
· The average number of patent families within the Top 100 patent portfolios with filings in two or more countries grew by a healthy 12.5% compared to last year, indicating more companies are filing more globally, led this year by Huawei, ZTE, AMEC, Alibaba and BOE Technology.
· The overall combined influence metrics of the 2018 Top 100 Chinese innovators (the total of all influence scores) is 4.5% higher this year than 2017.
· The average citation ratio of 0.71 citations per citation for China's top innovators is still below that of the Top 100 Global Innovators at 1.13 citations per citation showing China still has room to increase its innovation influence globally.

The report is available for download in both Simplified Chinese and English. Download the English report here and here to download the Simplified Chinese report. 

*About Derwent™
*Derwent powers the innovation lifecycle from idea to commercialization – with trusted patent data, applications and services including Derwent Innovation, Derwent World Patents Index, Derwent Patents Citation Index and Derwent Data Analyzer. We build solutions for inventors, patent attorneys and licensing specialists at start-ups and the largest global innovators, legal professionals at the leading intellectual property practices, and patent examiners at more than 40 patent offices. Our solutions are used to monitor technology trends and competitive landscapes, inform FTO opinions, prosecute patents, monetize and license assets and support litigation activities.

*About Clarivate Analytics
*Clarivate Analytics is the global leader in providing trusted insights and analytics to accelerate the pace of innovation. Building on a heritage going back more than 150 years, we have built some of the most established global brands across the innovation lifecycle, including Web of Science, Cortellis, Derwent, CompuMark, MarkMonitor and Techstreet. These trusted brands are focused on scientific and academic research, patent analytics and regulatory standards, pharmaceutical and biotech intelligence, trademark protection, domain brand protection and intellectual property (IP) management. Today, Clarivate Analytics is a new and independent company operating in more than 100 countries including the Greater China region, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand in Asia Pacific. For more information, visit clarivate.com.

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*Clarivate Analytics Top 100 Chinese Innovators 2018 *

For the purpose of visualizing innovative strength and competitiveness of the Chinese Top 100 Innovators, the companies are categorized into four tiers* with 25 companies within each tier. In this way, we expect to identify and study innovation leaders in various fields, so as to help companies understand their industrial positions and better define their innovation goals.

The 15 organizations highlighted in *bold with ** are new to the *2018 *Top 100 Chinese Innovators list.

*Organization*

*Province/City*

*Industry*

*Tier*

*Previous
Winners*

AAC Technologies Holdings Inc

Guangdong

Consumer Electronics

I

2016, 2017

Aviation Industry Corporation of China

Beijing

Aerospace

I

2016, 2017

Baidu                   

Beijing

Media Internet

I

2016, 2017

BOE

Beijing

Electronic Components

I

2016, 2017

BYD

Guangdong

Automotive

I

2016, 2017

China Electronics Corporation

Beijing

Electronic Components

I

2016, 2017

China National Chemical Corporation
(ChemChina)

Beijing

Petroleum & Chemical
Oroducts

I

2016, 2017

Coolpad Group Limited

Guangdong

Consumer Electronics

I

2016, 2017

Datang Telecom Technology &
Industry

Beijing

Communications
Equipment

I

2016, 2017

Geely

Zhejiang

Automotive

I

2016, 2017

Guangzhou Radio Group

Guangdong

Communications
Equipment

I

2016, 2017

Haier

Shandong

Domestic Appliances

I

2016, 2017

Hisense

Shandong

Domestic Appliances

I

2016, 2017

Huawei

Guangdong

Communications
Equipment

I

2016, 2017

Legend Holdings

Beijing

Computer Hardware

I

2016, 2017

Oppo

Guangdong

Consumer Electronics

I

2017

Qihoo 360 Technology Co.,Ltd

Beijing

Information Safety

I

2016, 2017

Skyworth

Guangdong

Consumer Electronics

I

2017

TCL

Guangdong

Domestic Appliances

I

2016, 2017

Tencent

Guangdong

Media Internet

I

2016, 2017

Tsinghua Tongfang

Beijing

Computer Software

I

2016, 2017

Tsinghua Unigroup

Beijing

Computer Software

I

2016, 2017

XIAOMI TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Beijing

Media Internet

I

2016, 2017

Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science and
Technology

Hunan

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

I

2016, 2017

ZTE

Guangdong

Communications Equipment

I

2016, 2017

Alibaba Group Holding Limited

Zhejiang

Media Internet

II

2016, 2017

Baowu Steel

Shanghai

Primary Metals

II

2016, 2017

Broad-ocean

Guangdong

Electrical Equipment

II

2016, 2017

China International Marine Containers
(Group) Co., Ltd.

Guangdong

Other Transport
Equipment

II

2016, 2017

China Mobile

Beijing

Telecom Services

II

2016, 2017

China North Industries Group
Corporation

Beijing

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

II

2016, 2017

China Resources (Holdings) Co., Ltd

Beijing

General

II

2016, 2017

CITIC  Group

Beijing

General

II

2017

Founder

Beijing

Computer Software

II

2016, 2017

Goertek Inc.

Shandong

Consumer Electronics

II

2016, 2017

HAN's LASER 

Guangdong

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

II

2017

Kingfa Sci. & Tech. Co., Ltd

Guangdong

Non-metallic Materials

II

2016, 2017

Kuang-Chi

Guangdong

Consumer Electronics

II

2017

MIDEA

Guangdong

Domestic Appliances

II

2016, 2017

Mindray

Guangdong

Medical Devices

II

2017

O-FILM

Guangdong

Electronic Components

II

2016, 2017

Sanhua Holding Group Co., Ltd

Zhejiang

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

II

2017

Semiconductor Manufacturing
International Corporation (SMIC)

Shanghai

Electronic Components

II

2016, 2017

Shanghai Electric

Shanghai

Electrical Equipment

II

2016, 2017

Shanghai Huali Microelectronics
Corporation

Shanghai

Electronic Components

II

2016, 2017

Shengyi Technology

Guangdong

Electronic Components

II

2017

Sichuan Jiuzhou Electric Group
Co.,Ltd. (JEZETEK)

Sichuan

Consumer Electronics

II

2017

Sungrow

Anhui

Electrical Equipment

II

2017

Visionox

Beijing

Consumer Electronics

II

2017

Wuhan Research Institute of Post and
Telecommunications

Hubei

Communications
Equipment

II

2016, 2017

AMEC

Shanghai

Electronic Components

III

2017

Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd.

Beijing

Automotive

III

2016, 2017

**Beijing Dabei Agricultural Science
and Technology Group Co., Ltd. *

Beijing

Agriculture

III



Beijing Electronics Holdings Co., Ltd.

Beijing

Electronic Components

III

2017

Beiyang Group

Shandong

General

III

2017

China Electronics Technology Group
Corporation

Beijing

Communications
Equipment

III

2016, 2017

China General Nuclear Power Group

Guangdong

Electric Power
Generation & Supply

III

2016, 2017

China National Building Materials
Group Corporation

Beijing

Non-metallic Materials

III

2016, 2017

China National Nuclear Corporation

Beijing

Electric Power
Generation & Supply

III

2016, 2017

China National Offshore Oil
Corporation

Beijing

Petroleum & Chemical
Products

III

2016, 2017

CHINT Group Corp.

Zhejiang

Auxiliary Power
Equipment

III

2016, 2017

Comba Telecom

Guangdong

Telecom Services

III

2017

CRRC Corporation Limited

Beijing

Other Transport
Equipment

III

2016, 2017

Feitian Chengxin Science and
Technology Co. Ltd.

Beijing

Computer Software

III

2017

General Research Institute For
Nonferrous Metals

Beijing

Primary Metals

III

2016, 2017

Gree

Guangdong

Domestic Appliances

III

2016, 2017

Huahong Group

Shanghai

Electronic Components

III

2016, 2017

**Kingsoft Software Co., Ltd*

Beijing

Information Safety

III



Konka Group Co.,Ltd

Guangdong

Domestic Appliances

III

2016, 2017

Nationz Technologies

Guangdong

Electronic Components

III

2017

Positec

Jiangsu

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

III

2017

Print-Rite Holdings Limited

Guangdong

Consumer Goods

III

2016, 2017

SANY

Hunan

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

III

2016, 2017

Shougang Group

Beijing

Primary Metals

III

2016, 2017

**Tendyron Corporation*

Beijing

Information Safety

III



**Beijing Watch Data System Co.,
Ltd.*

Beijing

Information Safety

IV



**CHIA TAI TIANQING
PHARMACEUTICAL GROUP CO., LTD. *

Jiangsu

Pharmaceuticals

IV



China Banknote Printing and Minting

Beijing

Printing

IV

2017

China Guodian Corporation

Beijing

Electrical Equipment

IV

2016, 2017

China Iron & Steel Research Institute
Group

Beijing

Primary Metals

IV

2017

China National Petroleum Corporation
(CNPC)

Beijing

Petroleum & Chemical
Products

IV

2016, 2017

Commercial Aircraft Corporation of
China, Ltd.

Shanghai

Aerospace

IV

2016, 2017

**Dongfang Electric Corporation*

Sichuan

Electrical Equipment

IV



**Ecovacs*

Jiangsu

Domestic Appliances

IV



**Edan Instruments, Inc. *

Guangdong

Medical Devices

IV



ENN Group

Hebei

Petroleum & Chemical
Products

IV

2017

**Fosun International Limited*

Shanghai

General

IV



**JD.com, Inc.*

Beijing

Media Internet

IV



Jiang Su Heng Rui Medicine Co.,Ltd.

Jiangsu

Pharmaceuticals

IV

2017

**OPPLE Lighting Co., Ltd*

Shanghai

Auxiliary Power
Equipment

IV

2016

Shandong Heavy Industry Group

Shandong

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

IV

2016, 2017

Shanghai Automotive Industry
Corporation (Group)

Shanghai

Automotive

IV

2016, 2017

**Shanghai United Imaging
Healthcare Co., Ltd. *

Shanghai

Medical Devices

IV



Shenhua Group

Beijing

Electric Power
Generation & Supply

IV

2016, 2017

**Shenzhen BAK Battery Co., Ltd.*

Guangdong

Consumer Electronics

IV

2016

Sinochem

Beijing

Petroleum & Chemical
Products

IV

2016, 2017

Sinopec

Beijing

Petroleum & Chemical
Products

IV

2016, 2017

**Sunny Optical Technology
(Group) Co., Ltd *

Zhejiang

Instruments and
Devices

IV

2016

**Wanxiang Group Company *

Zhejiang

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

IV



Xuzhou Construction Machinery
Group Co.,Ltd

Jiangsu

General and Special-
purpose Machinery

IV

2016, 2017

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The PenCraft Award ceremony and dinner will be held on November the 10th at Book Nook Inn located in Lumberton, TX to honor over 35 authors for their literary accomplishments

HOUSTON (PRWEB) October 16, 2018

The PenCraft Awards for 2018 will recognize 46 remarkable works in numerous categories at its 2nd Annual Event.

Four of the outstanding Winners will share the spotlight that night as the best of the best.

One of them is Kishan Paul from the Dallas, Texas area. Her novel "The Second Wife," published by Kishan Paul is the recipient of the PenCraft Award for Book of The Year. The book is a dark suspenseful yet romantic love story about the trials and tribulations of Doctor Alisha Dimarchi who is kidnapped by one of her patients, and smuggled into Pakistan. The fast-paced psychologically stunning, intricately written piece of fiction parallels the real-life dilemmas of the many women who are annually kidnapped in our world to be married off or to be used as sexual slaves. The National Crime Information Center (NCIC), reported that in 2010, the US had reported 355,243 women missing and unfortunately in 2018 the numbers will be worse. Whether Paul's intention was to speak out against human trafficking or not, her book brutally illustrates the horrors endured by kidnapped women moved thousands of miles from their home and forced to live as chattel.

Kishan was Born in India, but 4 years later became a Texan and now calls Dallas, Texas her home. She has established herself as a woman who can fuse both action and romance into a subtle yet complex creation, dealing with epic subjects with invention and courage and a great deal of heart. The Second Wife is a powerful new epic that Paul has adroitly woven the prickly threads of religion, politics, race, sin, and redemption into a thing of terrible beauty. The Second Wife is an Amazon 2016 Kindle Book Awards Winner, The McGrath House Independent Book Awards 2016 Winner, and finalist for The Maggie Award for Excellence of 2016. When not writing, Kishan works as a therapist in private practice.

Anne K. Howard, a practicing lawyer from Connecticut, won Best Non-fiction Book of the Year. She is the author of "His Garden: Conversations with a Serial Killer,” published by Wild Blue Press. Anne Howard became involved with Connecticut’s most prolific serial killer, William Devin Howell when he was first sentenced to a fifteen-year prison sentence for a single murder. She would soon discover that Howell was the murderer of at least six women and one man. Through jailhouse visits, recorded phone calls, and written correspondence, Anne K. Howard methodically probed the psyche of this confessed murderer to try to understand the inner workings of his diabolical mind. What drove Howell to kill? What was festering in his mind that finally led him to rape and kill his first random victim?

Alternating chapters of "His Garden" explore the police investigation involved in bringing a serial killer to justice, the killer's first murder trial, and interviews that Anne Howard conducted with some of the victims' family members.

Howard's book will be featured in an episode of "21st Century Serial Killers," airing on Netflix in Europe in late 2018 and in America in 2019. Interviews with Howard were also featured in a recent episode of "Crime Watch Daily." She writes a blog, "Serial Murders in Connecticut," in which she discusses many solved and unsolved murders in Connecticut.

Anne K. Howard will be at the PenCraft Award ceremony, November 10, 2018, to answer those questions, meet and greet and reveal more about her fascinating interviews with serial killer, William Devin Howell.

Chris Kelsey’s book, “Where the Hurt is,” published by Black Rose Publishing won the PenCraft Award for Best Fiction Book of the Year. His book is a story about the murder of a young African-American woman whose naked battered body is found by the railroad tracks in a small dusty all white west Oklahoma town. The story takes place in the spring of 1965 with racial tensions boiling over across the nation. Ex-Marine Emmett Hardy, the town’s police chief is thrust into solving the murder which most town folks just want to forget. Chief Emmett Hardy is not going to let that happen. He plans on solving the murder; he wants justice for the young girl and he thinks he knows who the killer is.

Chris Kelsey who resides in Pawling, NY, New York has a style of writing that is beautiful and direct, naked and almost pagan in its connection to the landscape he describes and his understanding of base human nature. He possesses a vivid imagination and a whole encyclopedia of niche knowledge about west Oklahoma. His pages talk of people being dragged painfully into a modernity and a new world they abhor.

Chris Kelsey who’s also a jazz musician with many albums to his credit, perhaps gives him an edge in writing stories that flow so smoothly and ring so true. There is not only a rhythm in his music but also to his words.

Chris will be flying into Texas to attend the PenCraft Award Dinner and Ceremony. He will be available for meet and greet Saturday afternoon and after the event.

Isabella Murphy is the author of "From Dark to Light," a book she wrote as a 5th grader. A couple of years later, Isabella’s book was published by Pink Umbrella Publishing. Her delightful book, beautifully illustrated by Natalia Perez, caught our eye and won 1st place for the PenCraft Award in the category of Children Books. Since the release of her book, Isabella has been an inspiration to other writers both young and old.

This talented young author's writing demonstrates an astonishing understanding of what life is about in her allegorical book about a pumpkin that struggles with darkness, the desire to be recognized, sibling conflict, and the desire to be loved. Isabella Murphy's creativity, writing skills and steadfast marketing of her book should be an inspiration to all writers who have a story to tell, but just haven’t had the drive or the patience to write it.

Isabella Murphy's life is exciting, but a bit hectic. Friday evening, November 9th, she will attend a school function in California and, on Saturday morning, November 10th, board a plane and fly to Texas to attend the PenCraft Award ceremony. At the ceremony, Isabella will be available to answer your questions and reveal more about her fascinating life as an 8th grade published author.

Those are our four headliners, but we will also be honoring multiple other great writers who have won not only a PenCraft Award but also honors from other literary competition.

Award-winning authors, Claire Kim a Los Angeles based Criminal Defense attorney and Brad Chisholm an LA-based writer wrote K-Town Confidential and Kat & Maus, both published by Black Rose Writing and represented by Langton International in New York. They are the recipients of the 1st Place PenCraft Award for Romance – Contemporary. They also will be available for interviews during Saturday afternoon meet and greet.

"It's always interesting to meet great writers and to talk to them about where their ideas originated and how they go about their work. What got them started and what inspired them. For authors, it’s a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas with peers," event coordinator Hearne stated.

The PenCraft Award competition strives to give all authors an equal opportunity in promoting their works to the reading public. Our goal is to make our competition inspiring, fun and open to all authors. The PenCraft Award receives hundreds of nominations for awards, but only a small percentage win. Our winners are the best. We hope that we can continue being a conduit to the introduction of new authors and great new books to the reading public.

The PenCraft Award ceremony and dinner will be held on November the 10th at Book Nook Inn located in Lumberton, TX. For more information, please contact the event coordinator, David Hearne 409-656-4625. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.

Dublin, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "LED Lighting - Global Strategic Business Report" report has been added to *ResearchAndMarkets.com's* offering.

The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024. Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs.

*This report analyzes the worldwide markets for LED Lighting in US$ by the following Applications:*

· Residential
· Architectural
· Commercial
· Outdoor
· Others

*The report profiles 168 companies including many key and niche players such as:*Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. (USA)· American Electric Lighting (USA)
· Holophane, Inc. (USA)
· Juno Lighting Group (USA)
· Lithonia Lighting Company (USA)
· Bajaj Electricals Ltd. (India)
· Cree, Inc. (USA)
· Dialight plc (UK)
· Eaton Corporation plc (Ireland)
· Cooper Industries Plc. (Ireland)
· Havells India Limited (India)
· Hubbell Lighting, Inc. (USA)
· LEDvance LLC, Inc. (USA)
· LG Corporation (South Korea)
· LG Electronics (South Korea)
· LG Innotek (South Korea)
· MEGAMAN (Hong Kong)
· OMS, a.s. (Slovakia)
· Opple Lighting Co., Ltd. (China)
· Osram GmbH (Germany)
· Panasonic Corporation (Japan)
· Philips Lighting Holding B.V. (The Netherlands)
· Philips Color Kinetics (USA)
· Strand Lighting (USA)
· PhotonStar LED Group plc (UK)
· Revolution Lighting Technologies, Inc. (USA)
· Schrder Group GIE (Belgium)
· Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Korea)
· Sharp Corporation (Japan)
· Standard Products, Inc. (Canada)
· Targetti Sankey S.p.A. (Italy)
· TRILUX GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
· Ultra LEDs Limited (UK)
· Zumtobel Group AG (Austria)
· Thorn Licht GmbH (Germany)
· Tridonic GmbH & Co KG (Austria)

*Key Topics Covered:*

1. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
Residential
Architectural
Commercial
Outdoor
Others (Includes Hospitality, and Industrial)

2. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
LED Lighting: Transformative Lighting Technology Goes Mainstream, Fast Replaces Legacy Incumbent Lighting Technologies
Major Trends & Drivers in the Global LED Lighting Market Summarized
The Rise of LED-based Smart Lighting
Rapid Adoption of LED-based Lighting in Emerging Countries
Niche Applications of LED Lighting
Status and Potential: Global LED Lighting Market
LED Lighting: Market Facts
Superior Attributes of LED Lighting over Traditional Lighting Technologies Drive Widespread Adoption
LED and Other Lighting Technologies: A Comparison
Comparison of a 12.5 W LED with 15 W CFL and 60 W Incandescent Bulb
LED Bulbs vs. Fluorescent Bulbs
LED Bulbs vs. Halogen Bulbs
LED Bulbs vs. HID Bulbs
The Urgent Need to Achieve Energy and Cost Savings amidst Spiraling Electricity Consumption: The Fundamental Growth Driver
Energy Savings Feature Augments Popularity of LEDs
LED Lighting to Make Strong Contribution towards a Green Future
LED's Longevity and Digital Connectivity to Help Lighting Industry Achieve Sustainability
Key Drivers Propelling Demand for LED Lighting
Adoption of Energy-Efficient Lighting Options
Supportive Policies and Regulations
Growing Significance of Energy-Efficient Certifications
Major Infrastructure Projects and International Events
Global Market Outlook
Developing Countries to Turbo Charge Current and Future Market Growth
Asia Strong in Upstream LED Segments
Upward Movement in Construction Activity to Drive Strong Market Gains
Leading LED Producing Countries Worldwide
China: Largest LED Producer Worldwide

3. MARKET TRENDS, ISSUES AND DRIVERS
Surging Demand for Smart Intelligent LED Lighting Drives Strong Market Growth
Innovations in Smart Home Technologies Benefit Adoption of Smart LED Lighting
Smart Thermostats Enhance Energy Efficiency
The Moon
Smart LED Lighting Systems Controllable by Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
LB100
DW1KD-1BZ Decora
FluxSmart LED Light Bulb
Wemo Light Switch
LED Colored Light Strips from LIFX
Growing Number of Smart Homes and Smart Cities Create Enormous Demand
Smart & Connected Lighting Systems Make Cities Smarter and Safer
Integration of Security, Smart LED Lighting, and Climate Control in Home Automation Offers Growth Opportunities
Healthy Growth Projected for LED Luminaires Over the Next Few Years
LED Outdoor Luminaire are Poised for Rapid Penetration
Key Trends in LED Lighting and Luminaires Market
LEDs Fast Penetrate the Street Lighting Application Hitherto Dominated by HID Lights
Cities Switch towards LEDs to Modernize and Make Street Lighting Smart
Newer LED Chips Offering Higher Lumens per Watt and More Savings Drive Demand in Industrial Applications
Myriad Benefits Drive Integration of LED Lighting in Industrial Automation
More Efficient and Productive Maintenance of Facilities
Adjustments at Individual Fixture Level for Greater Efficiencies
LED Environment Sensors Offer Intelligence in Fine-tuning Operations
LED Lighting Networks for Transmitting Data
Exponential Increase in Urbanization Drive Development of Higher Quality, More Efficient, and Longer Lasting LED Solutions
City Lights as Part of Modern Conveniences
Exponential Increase in Urban Population
Need to Support Plant Protection and Health in Controlled Environment Spurs LEDs Demand in Horticulture Applications
Advancement in LED Technology to Boost Horticulture Crop Production
Urban, Indoor, and Vertical Farming Applications in Horticultural Lighting
Evolution of Embedded Lighting and Focus on Developing Tourism Infrastructure Spur Demand for Architectural and Landscape Lighting
Demand for Stylish and Decorative Architectural and Landscape Lighting Gain Momentum
Organic LEDs (OLEDs): The Future Growth Area
OLED Lighting Market Ready to Take Off as Price-Performance Improves
More Companies to Venture into the OLED Market
LED Applications in Backlighting Shrinks, While General Lighting Takes Off
Change in Focus of LED Applications
Silicon-based LEDs to Drive Cost Reductions
Perovskites: A Potential Replacement to Gallium Nitride?
Excellent Color Rendering of LEDs Spurs Penetration in the Retail Display Segment
Control Solutions and LED Lighting Address Complex and Precise Lighting Requirements of Retail Stores
LEDs Support IoT integration for Retailers
Increasing Adoption of LEDs in Innovative Niche Lighting Markets Favor Market Expansion
Livestock Lighting
Human-Centric Lighting
Fishing Lighting
Stage Lighting
Rising Environmental Concerns Drive Demand for Recyclable Options
Human-Centric Lighting: A Forward Leap over Traditional Lighting Systems
Major Benefits of Human-Centric Solutions
Europe: A Major Market for Human-Centric Lighting Solutions
LEDs to Enter Human Centric Lighting Market in a Big Way
Focus of SSL Technology Research on Improving Lighting Performance and Lighting System's Value Augurs Well for the Market
Light Utilization
Enhanced Lighting Design and Performance
Increased Environmental Sustainability
Health and Productivity
Favorable Demographic Trends Strengthens Market Prospects
Burgeoning Middle Class Population

4. CHALLENGES & CONCERNS
LiFi and Laser Lighting: More Powerful and Profitable than LEDs?
Psychiatric Studies Highlight Negative Impact of LED on Health
LED Light Bulbs Add to Light Pollution
AMA Warning Necessitates a Relook at LED Lighting in Cities
The First Generation LEDs
Eco-friendly LEDs: A Potential Health Hazard?
High Toxic Content
Other Hurdles in LED Lighting Adoption
Cost Factor
Reliability
Color Stability
Compatibility Challenges
Longer Lifespan Reduce Replacement Demand
Efficiency Improvement Requirements
Lack of Consumer Awareness

5. INNOVATIONS AND ADVANCEMENTS
Smart Lighting Technology Innovations
Maximus Smart Security Light
Lutron Caseta Wireless Smart Bridge
Lutron Caseta Wireless In-Wall Dimmer
NEBO Tools LED Rechargeable Flashlight
SengLED Pulse Light Bulb with Wireless Bluetooth Speakers
LED Lighting Products Innovations
Homogeneous Illumination
Leveraging the Spectrum
Illumination Akin to Sunlight Ideal for Several Applications
Configuring Illumination
Other LED Lighting Innovations: Model Name and Key Features Summarized
Ultra-thin Lumination
AIR LED Luminaire
Vector Linear Architectural Luminaire
Lumentalk Technology
Wide Spectrum LED for Optimum Plant Growth
Indigo-Clean to Kill Bacteria Continuously and Safely
Helvar's ActiveAhead
Hybrid Luminaire
Innovative LED Street Lights
World's First Eye-Pleasing (EP) LED
Innovation in Solid-State Lighting
LED Indoor Detection System Based on VLC Technology
Innovative Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs) Enables Development of Warm White Light LEDs
Nanotechnology to Deliver Efficient LEDs
Small, High-Powered LED Device
New GaN Technology Based RGB LED
New UV LED Curved Lens Technology
Solution to Create Large-Size Sapphire Substrates
White LED Product with Alrali Earth Metal
Other Noteworthy LED Research Initiatives

6. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Light Emitting Diode (LED) Lighting: A Prelude
Development Timeline of LEDs
Technology behind LED
LED Light Tube
LED Bulbs Categorization
Colors of LED and Materials Employed
Available Colors with Wavelength Range and Semiconductor Material Used
White LEDs
RGB LEDs
Phosphor-based LEDs
Other White LEDs
Key Components in an LED Lighting System
Advantages and Disadvantages of LED Lighting
Advantages
Disadvantages
Types of LED Lights
Miniature LEDs
Mid-range LEDs
High-power LEDs
Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs)
Quantum dot LEDs
Ultraviolet and Blue LEDs
LED Strips
Applications of LED Light Bulbs
Illumination
Street Lighting
Automotive Lighting
Aviation and Heliport Lighting
Stage Lighting
Backlighting
Aquarium Lighting
Medical Lighting
Industrial Lighting
Other Applications of LED Lighting
Indicators and Signs
Smart Lighting

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
LED Lighting Marketplace: Highly Competitive and Fragmented
Competitive Landscape in the Global Market for LED Lighting: Leading Companies by Geographic Region
Leading LED Chip Manufacturers Worldwide: Brief Details
Leading LED Light Bulbs: Brief Details
Regional Players Dominate the Current Low-cost LED Era
Three Companies Continue to Rule the Global Lighting Market
GE Lighting Co., Ltd. (GE Lighting)
OSRAM Lighting
Philips Lighting
Key Strategies for Leading Players
Longer Lifespan of LED Lamps Motivate Manufacturers to Diversify into Fittings and Fixtures
Large Manufacturers Focus on Luminaires to Sustain Growth
Rapid Decline in Infrared LED Lighting Products Due to Cheap Chinese Manufacturing
Aggressive Pricing Strategy by Leading UV-C LED Manufacturers
LED Chip Market to Witness Highest Capacity Expansion in Recent Years
Non-Residential Buildings: Key Growth Areas for LED Lighting Manufacturers
Ambient Lighting
Accent Lighting
Task Lighting
Non-Building Construction: Key Growth Areas for LED Lighting Manufacturers
Roadway Lighting
Area Lighting
Floodlighting
Specialty Lighting

7.1 Focus on Select Global Players

7.2 Product Introductions/Innovations
Cree Launches XLamp XP-G3 S Line LED
TCP Announces the Availability of LED PL Quad Replacement Lamps
KYOCERA Develops World's First Full-Spectrum LED Lighting for Aquariums
Cree Launches New High Efficacy Version of XLamp XP-G2 LED
LEDvance Rolls Out Voice-Dimmable Filament LED Lamps in Europe
Signify Launches Philips MyCare LED Bulb with Interlaced Optics
Bulbrite Launches Over 30 New LED Products and Merchandising Programs
LG Innotek to Launch InnoUV LED Brand
Matrix Announces Advanced Mine Lighting Product - UVision
GREEN CREATIVE Launches CLICK 277V Line
GE Expands Vintage LED Offering
Philips Introduces New and Tiered Portfolio of LED Lamps
LG Unveils LG Simple Choice LED High Bay Lights and LG Sensor Connect
Samsung Announces New Horticulture LED - The LH351B Red
Cree Expands XLamp High Current LED Array Line with CMT LEDs
Acuity Brands Unveils Lighting, Controls and Connected Building Solutions
Revolution Lighting Launches SIX New LED Lighting Solutions
Larson Electronics Releases EPL-48-2L-LED-G3 Explosion Proof LED Fixture
Larson Electronics Releases SMLP-16X500LTL-LED-1227 Cube Mount LED Light Plant
Maxxima Introduces M20388 Ultra-Thin LED Emergency/Warning Lights
Larson Electronics Releases 150 Watt High Bay LED Light Fixture
Larson Electronics Releases Portable Magnetic Explosion Proof LED Light
Philips Unveils New Philips GreenPower LED Toplighting
Larson Electronics Releases Waterproof LED Signal Light
Cree Announces New XLamp XD16 Extreme Density LED
Philips Launches Philips T-shaped LED Bulb
Larson Electronics Releases Vapor Proof Dimmable LED Fixture
Larson Electronics Releases 100W Portable LED Lamp
Larson Electronics Launches 50W Explosion Proof High Bay LED Fixture
MEGAMAN Launches LED Luminaires and Redefines Commercial Lighting
Philips Launches LiFi IoT Platform
Lumileds Launches Luxeon MX packaged LEDs
Osram Opto Launches DURIS S 5 LEDs
Microtek Enters into LED Lighting Segment in India
Cree Expands XQ LED Line with XLamp XQ-A LED
Larson Electronics Releases 8W Rechargeable Explosion Proof LED
Philips Launches TrueForce LED Road and CorePro LEDtube Universal T8
Samsung Enhances Chip-Scale Package (CSP) LEDs
Samsung Launches H influx LED for Industrial Lighting Applications
MEGAMAN Extends Range of TECOH Components and New Smart Modules
MEGAMAN Unveils Advanced Features in Smart Lighting Solutions
TCP Announces the Availability of LED PL Replacement Lamps
Rittal Launches LED Lights for Network and Server Enclosures
Litetronics Launches Architectural LED Volumetric Retrofit Lightings
LG Unveils Flip Chip LED
Valoya Unveils Lightweight LED Bars - BL-Series and BX-Series
Feit Electric Expands LED Lighting Product Line
LEDVANCE Develops Bluetooth Mesh Qualified LED Lighting Products
TCP Launches DirecT5 Lamps

7.3 Recent Industry Activity
Once Acquires iLOX
Osram Supports an LED Horticultural Lighting Project at NASA
Surya Roshni to Separate its Two Business Verticals
T-H Marine Acquires Blue Water LED Enterprises
Osram to Acquire Fluence Bioengineering
General LED Acquires Acolyte
Acuity Brands Acquires IOTA
LG to Acquire ZKW Group
Lutron Acquires Ketra
GB Energie Partners with RC Energy Group for LED Lighting Solutions
GB Energie Partners with SunLand for LED Lighting Solutions
Light Efficient Design to Merge with RemPhos Technologies
GB Energie Partners with IMPACT Construction for LED Lighting Solutions
Ring Acquires Mr. Beams
Masco to Acquire Kichler Lighting

8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

9. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

9.1 THE UNITED STATES
A. Market Analysis
Growing Demand for Connected LED Lighting Drive Strong Market Growth
Growing Adoption of Smart LED Lighting
Open Wireless Standards to Support Smart Lighting Demand
Potential of LED Lighting to Manage Enterprise IoT
Researchers Explore Connected Lighting Systems for Additional Energy Benefits
Technological, Consumer, and Regulatory Driven Changes Transform the Country's Lighting Landscape
LEDs Find Increasing Adoption in General Lighting Applications
LED Bulbs Witness Increasing Penetration in Residential Market
Steady Recovery in Residential and Non-Residential Construction Bodes Well for LED Lighting
Increasing Use of LEDs in Retrofit Applications Benefit Market Expansion
Key Factors Driving Demand for LED Lighting
LED Lighting along with Software, Connectivity and Sensing to Make Cities Smart
LED Lamps, Luminaires and Control: Major Trends Summarized
LED Lamps Continue to Gain Over Other Lighting Technologies
Luminaires: Majorly Impacted by Decorating Trends in Residential Sector
Controls: Facilitating Lighting Management Anywhere Anytime
Emerging Trends in LED Luminaire Designs Drive Adoption in Indoor Applications
Emerging Optics and Form Factors
Controllability
LED Industrial Luminaires Grow in Prominence over Conventional Industrial Luminaires
Regulatory Initiatives Boost LED Lighting Demand
New Standard Interface for Advanced Lighting Systems
Steady Rise in Green Building Programs
List of Green Building Codes/Projects in the US in Select States
US DOE Spearhead the Drive for Solid-State Lighting Adoption
DOE LED Lighting Facts Program
Competitive Landscape
B. Market Analytics

9.2 Canada
A. Market Analysis
Recovery in Residential and Non-Residential Construction Propel Market Demand
B. Market Analytics

9.3 Japan
A. Market Analysis
Energy Starved Japan Shift to LED Lighting, Drive Strong Adoption
Steady Growth in New Construction Augurs Well for the Market
Companies Strategize to Differentiate With Penetration Reaching 100%
B. Market Analytics

9.4 Europe
A. Market Analysis
Increasing Penetration of Transformative and Disruptive LED Lighting Solutions Drive Market Growth
Energy Efficiency Factor Spur Market Demand amidst Economic Hardships
Recovery in Construction Activity to Drive Steady Growth in Demand
Bright Future for LED Street Lightings in Europe
Regulations Governing LED Lighting Products in Europe
The CE Marking
The EU EcoDesign Regulation
The ErP Instruction
WEEE (Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
Labeling of Energy Related Products
REACH Regulation
RoHS (Restriction on the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
Competitive Landscape
B. Market Analytics

9.4.1 France
Market Analysis

9.4.2 Germany
Market Analysis

9.4.3 Italy
Market Analysis

9.4.4 The United Kingdom
A. Market Analysis
Retrofitting of Existing Lighting with Efficient LED Lamps Drive Market Growth
LED Lighting Fixtures on the Growth Path
B. Market Analytics

9.4.5 Spain
Market Analysis

9.4.6 Russia
A. Market Analysis
Despite the Current Economic Slowdown, Bright Outlook for Russia in the Long Term
Major Characteristics of the Russian Lighting Market
Cheap Chinese Imports Poses a Major Concern
B. Market Analytics

9.4.7 Rest of Europe
Market Analysis

9.5 Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
LEDs Fast Penetrate Asia-Pacific Lighting Market, Offers Lucrative Market Growth Opportunities
Unpenetrated and Underpenetrated Asian Countries Offer Huge Untapped Market Potential
Asia-Pacific: The Power House of LED Materials and Manufacture
Asian Companies Set to Disrupt the Global Lighting Industry Supply Chain
B. Market Analytics

9.5.1 China
A. Market Analysis
China: Leading Exporter of LED Lighting Solutions to Witness Strong Market Gains
Export of Chinese LED Lighting Products Register Robust Growth
Growing Significance of Energy Conservation and Eco-friendliness: A Major Growth Driver
Rapid LED Penetration to Benefit Market Prospects
Innovative and Advanced Product Offerings by Local Players Drive Market Growth
China: Massive Level of Urbanization Spurs Market Demand
Chinese Regulatory Standards for Lighting Products
Government Initiatives Support LED Lighting Adoption in the Country
China: The Largest LED Producer Worldwide
Domestic Players to Improve their Share within LED Packaging Market
Increase in Availability of Domestic MOCVD to Lower Total Cost of Ownership
Multinational Lighting LED OEM to Shift Manufacturing to China
Scientists in China Develop Internet Connections using LED Light Bulbs - The LiFi Method
Competitive Landscape
Distribution Channels
B. Market Analytics

9.5.2 India
A. Market Analysis
Energy Conservation Initiatives amidst Rising Energy Costs Fuel Strong Market Growth
LED Lighting Pushes Eco-efficiency in Urban India
Availability and Energy Efficiency: Two Major Factors Driving Consumer Interest
Growing Popularity of Recessed LED Luminaires Augurs Well for Market Growth
Rapid Urbanization and Rising Affluence Drive Demand for Higher Priced and Designer Luminaires
Increasing Residential Construction Drive Market Demand
Spurt in Residential and Commercial Construction in Tier-2 and Tier-3 Cities
Indian Market for Street Lights: LEDs taking over from HIDs
Key advantages of LED Lighting in Street Lights
B. Market Analytics

9.5.3 Rest of Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Vietnam: LED Lighting Experience Rapid Growth Supported by Strong Penetration Rate
South Korea: A Major LED Lighting Market in the Region
Taiwan: LED Makers Enhance Production Capabilities
LED Lighting Manufacturers Focus More on Feature Enhancements
B. Market Analytics

9.6 Middle East & Africa
A. Market Analysis
Booming Construction Activity in the Middle Eastern Countries Drive Market Demand
LED Lighting Witness Soaring Popularity in the Middle East
Dubai Partners with Signify, Makes to Efforts to Augment LED Usage in Residential Sector
B. Market Analytics

9.7 Latin America

10. COMPANY PROFILESTotal Companies Profiled: 168 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 191)

· The United States (86)
· Canada (5)
· Japan (8)
· Europe (39)

· Germany (7)
· The United Kingdom (15)
· Italy (2)
· Rest of Europe (15)

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Evidence of Neutrophil Demargination and Bone Marrow Transit Time Reduction by Plinabulin Presented at Joint Meeting of the Society for Leukocyte Biology and International Endotoxin and Innate Immunity SocietyNEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BeyondSpring Inc. (NASDAQ:BYSI), a global, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative cancer therapies, will present clinical trial data on its lead asset, Plinabulin, during a presentation at the 2018 Joint Meeting of the Society for Leukocyte Biology and International Endotoxin and Innate Immunity Society in Chandler, Ariz. The presentation is titled, “Plinabulin-Associated Neutrophil Demargination: Evidence for a Clinically Relevant Mechanism of Action for the Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced-Neutropenia.”

Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients received docetaxel chemotherapy plus Plinabulin (in doses up to 20 mg/m^2) versus docetaxel alone in BeyondSpring’s Phase 2 Study 105. The beneficial effect of Plinabulin on docetaxel-induced CIN was measured at doses of 0 (n=14), 5 (n=14), 10 (n=13) or 20 (n=14) mg/m^2 in NSCLC patients. A nonlinear mixed effects pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling approach was used to analyze absolute neutrophil count (ANC) to determine turnover rate (production and clearance) of ANC with Plinabulin (at different doses) and without Plinabulin.

· *Evidence of Clinically Relevant Neutrophil Demargination:* In the control arm without Plinabulin, the increase in mean absolute neutrophil count (ANC) on Day 2 versus Day 1 was minimal (at 0.1x10E9/L) and not statistically significant (p=0.5). In the Plinabulin arms, on Day 2 versus Day 1, ANC increased due to demargination by 1.8, 1.5 and 3.3x10E9/L at Plinabulin doses of 5 (p  
· *Evidence of Bone Marrow Transit Time Reduction: *Plinabulin significantly shortened ANC steady state Synthesis Time (p
The observed effects of Plinabulin on ANC demargination and bone marrow transit time reduction are consistent with IL-6 signaling in bone marrow and tissue microenvironment^1, a unique mechanism of action and a potential complementary therapeutic effect in working with G-CSF.

“We previously presented data showing Plinabulin’s superior product profile, with more limited bone pain and protection against thrombocytopenia, for prevention of docetaxel CIN with its different mechanism of action from pegfilgrastim. We now show additional clinically relevant findings – increased ANC demargination and reduced ANC transit time consistent with Plinabulin’s IL-6 signaling – further differentiating Plinabulin’s MoA from pegfilgrastim,” said Dr. Douglas Blayney, global Principal Investigator for BeyondSpring’s CIN development program and Professor of Medicine at Stanford University Medical Center.

“Plinabulin’s MoA in CIN is highly differentiated from G-CSF, which makes Plinabulin potentially complimentary to Neulasta for the prevention of CIN. Furthermore, there is a potential for increasing efficacy, while reducing safety concerns by combining these two classes of CIN agents. This provides a strong rationale for a development strategy in CIN that combines these two agents to create a treatment that is superior to each of them alone, both in terms of efficacy and safety/tolerability,” added Dr. Ramon Mohanlal, EVP and Chief Medical Officer at BeyondSpring.

^1 Suwa et al, Am J Physiol 2000;279:H2954-H2960

*About Study 105 *
The study evaluated patients with advanced or metastatic NSCLC after failing platinum-based therapy and was designed as a multicenter, open label, randomized study. In a head-to-head comparison of Plinabulin with pegfilgrastim (Neulasta), a long-acting G-CSF, in a total of 55 patients, Plinabulin was shown to be comparable to Neulasta for the prevention of CIN, as assessed by the occurrence of severe (Grade 4) neutropenia and duration of severe neutropenia (DSN) in the first cycle.

Plinabulin was given as a single dose per cycle 30 minutes after docetaxel chemotherapy, while Neulasta was given 24 hours after docetaxel chemotherapy, consistent with its approved product label. The Phase 2 portion met its primary endpoint, which was to determine the recommended Phase 3 Plinabulin dose, and the Phase 3 trial is ongoing.

*About Plinabulin*
Plinabulin, a marine-derived small-molecule, is BeyondSpring’s lead asset and currently in late-stage clinical development for the prevention of CIN and as an anticancer therapy in NSCLC. Studies of Plinabulin's mechanism of action indicate that Plinabulin activates GEF-H1, a guanine nucleotide exchange factor. GEF-H1 activates downstream transduction pathways leading to the maturation of dendritic cells, leading to T-cell activation and the up-regulate of IL6 in tissue micro environment, which contributes to the prevention of neutropenia.

*About Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia (CIN)*
CIN is a common side effect in cancer patients undergoing treatment that involves the destruction of a type of white blood cell, the neutrophil, which is a patient’s first line of defense against infections. Patients with Grade 4 (severe) neutropenia have an abnormally low concentration of neutrophils, making these patients more susceptible to bacterial and fungal infections / sepsis, which can require hospitalization.

The current standard of care for CIN prevention is G-CSF. However, G-CSF has limitations as described in its product information summary. Neutropenia, if severe enough, may cause doctors to lower target doses of chemotherapy, end therapy early and / or delay chemotherapy cycles, each of which has a negative effect on long-term outcomes of cancer care.

*About BeyondSpring*
BeyondSpring is a global, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative immuno-oncology cancer therapies with a robust pipeline from internal development and from collaboration with University of Washington in de novo drug discovery using a ubiquitination platform. BeyondSpring’s lead asset, Plinabulin, is in a Phase 3 global clinical trial as a direct anticancer agent in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and two Phase 2/3 clinical programs in the prevention of chemotherapy-induced neutropenia (CIN). BeyondSpring has a seasoned management team with many years of experience bringing drugs to the global market.

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Life on a Caribbean island invokes images of sparkling blue water, white sandy beaches, and a distinct lack of rush-hour traffic—a place to get away from it all. A new report from the editors at InternationalLiving.com identifies five great Caribbean islands that offer retirees the chance to make their dream of a laidback beach escape a reality—and for pennies on the dollar—at $36,000 or even less a year.

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“The idea of Caribbean island living comes with the romance built in—crystal-clear, bathtub-warm waters; coconut palms trees swaying in a languid breeze; no more worrying about an early morning commute or a stressful job,” says International Living’s Executive Editor Jennifer Stevens.

“But most people also assume that a picture-perfect retirement like that comes with a sky-high price tag. It’s the prerogative of the rich, they figure. But that doesn’t have to be the case. If you know where to go, you can live with all the sun and sand you want, for less than it costs to stay in North America. Our International Living report highlights five good-value tropical islands we recommend."

Ambergris Caye, Belize

English-speaking Ambergris Caye is no longer the sleepy little Caribbean island hide away it once was. But for expats who prefer to live in a dynamic community that offers both convenience and the natural beauty of the surrounding Caribbean Sea, it has much to offer.

At 25 miles long and a little over a mile wide, it is the largest island in Belize with San Pedro as its only town. The island is a hotspot for divers and fishermen, thanks to the Belize Barrier Reef. Just a half-mile offshore, this natural wonderland of living coral supports a huge array of marine life.

Belize’s domestic airlines—Tropic Air and Maya Island Air—have frequent flights to the island from Belize City, so getting to Ambergris is easy. You can also reach the island by water taxi.

For between $2,700 and $2,900 per month, or $34,800 a year, a couple can enjoy a comfortable retirement in Ambergris Caye—and that includes the cost of a house or apartment rental. If you own your own home on the island outright, then expats report it’s possible for a couple to live quite comfortably on less than $24,000 a year.

Isla Colon, Panama

Panama’s tropical archipelago may well be one of the best-kept secrets in the Caribbean. Close to the border with Costa Rica, Bocas del Toro is a group of nine main islands and a few hundred smaller cayos and islets, dotting calm turquoise waters.

The main hub is Bocas Town—a seaside town of brightly painted buildings with many on stilts over the water on the large island of Isla Colon.

A couple can live here on as little as $16,800 a year, or $1,400 a month, renting a simple, snug, island-style home.

Bocas, as it is known, is all about water—fishing, water sports, and whale watching are just some of the popular pastimes for locals.

Expats living here tend to be very involved in island life. Some have started businesses helping fuel the island economy, some enjoy teaching local students, and others find time to volunteer for important causes or charities. Much good has come of this growth, and the community has worked to protect the natural surroundings, including local marine life such as sea turtles.

Bocas Del Toro is also a perfect place to test drive your dream Caribbean lifestyle. The expat community is welcoming, it’s organized, and it gives back.

Roatán, Honduras

Roatán is the largest of the Bay Islands, lying about 35 miles off the Honduran coast. The island is most famous as a diving destination and retirement haven in the western Caribbean.

It ticks a lot of boxes—affordable, white-sand beaches, see-to-the-bottom Caribbean waters, warm weather, cooling sea breezes, and a laidback island vibe.

Although, Honduras is Spanish-speaking, thanks to its historical link to England—it was once a British colony—English is widely spoken on Roatán, making the island an easy place to fit in.

Regular flights in and out of the international airport, make Roatán accessible—it’s quick and easy to see family back home. But it’s still out of the mainstream, at least compared to other Caribbean island getaways, and that has kept prices affordable for real estate and living costs. A couple could live well on $30,000 a year—$2,000 to $2,500 a month.

Isla Mujeres, Mexico

Isla Mujeres is about eight miles from Cancún in Mexico, but this relaxed island is a world away from the hustle and bustle of its more tourist-developed neighbor. It’s a place where golf carts are preferred to cars as the main means of transport.

The island enjoys a warm tropical climate (low to mid-80s F for most of the year), which means there is plenty to do on Isla Mujeres.

Naturally, water activities top the list as the nearby reef offers amazing opportunities for scuba, fishing, swimming, boating, and snorkeling. There’s even an underwater museum set up by an English sculptor to explore. And of course, there is the seasonal migration of whale sharks, which draws many to view and swim with them.

Clear, azure waters and white-sand beaches are never far away, and the cost of living is far lower than a similar lifestyle would cost back in the States. A couple can live a very nice life on Isla Mujeres for around $36,000 a year, or $2,500-$3,000 a month, including rent.

Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic has great weather, world-class beaches and top golf courses, not to mention a low cost of living and a stable government. It’s also just three-and-a-half hours from New York, which means you can leave the city in the morning and be on the beach for lunch.

The north coast of the island has some of the finest beaches in the Caribbean, the east coast is a sportsman’s paradise with some of the newest designer golf courses in the region.
The little beach town of Las Terrenas in the northeast, on the Samana Penninsula, offers some of the most pristine beaches in the D.R. Here you’ll find 19 miles of public beaches, and palm trees swaying in the breeze.

French and Italian vacationers have been coming here for decades. Along with the hint of saltwater in the air and the scent of fresh-cut coconuts, you’ll smell French bread and croissants baking. The Italian influence is strong, too, with rich Italian gelato on offer and strong, Italian-style coffee.

A couple can live in this tropical haven for around $2,000 a month, although most choose to spend closer to $3,000 a month—$36,000 a year.

More information can be found here: 5 Best Caribbean Islands to Live On

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THE HAGUE, Netherlands, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dutch energy storage and battery company Lithium Werks B.V. (www.lithiumwerks.com) and Chinese Zhejiang Jiashan Economic and Technological Development Zone Industry Corporation have signed a framework agreement with the intention to construct a 60 hectares battery gigafactory in the Yangtze river Delta. Total investments required are estimated at €1.6 billion.The Lithium Werks factory and related facilities will produce battery cells for lithium-ion batteries, enabling the energy transition from fossil fuels to clean energy in order to reduce CO[2] emissions.

Lithium Werks expects to have installed production capacity of 500 GWh per annum by 2030 as it continues to contribute to the shift to a carbon neutral world.

“With our Chinese partners’ help, and as we continue to grow both organically and through acquisitions, we will deliver the energy storage solutions that our customers increasingly ask for as the world transitions to clean energy,” said Koolen.

“We need safe, reliable, clean and sustainable energy storage. Batteries are an essential part of the energy transition. They enable us to store wind and solar energy to make it available whenever people need electricity,” said Kees Koolen, chairman of the board, Lithium Werks.

The agreement, which was signed in the presence of the Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, marks the start of Lithium Werks’ plan to build multiple gigafactories across the world as part of a 15-to-20-year program that mirrors the long-term business models of the wind and solar industry.

Lithium Werks expects its revenue to exceed $1bn by 2020 as it continues to grow its share of the rapidly expanding market for energy storage.

During the next decade alone, we can expect demand for lithium-ion batteries to grow tenfold.* The battery industry will need to respond by constructing factories to deliver capacity in excess of 10,000 GWh in the next three decades.

“We are grateful and happy to work with our Chinese partners, the first to support our strategy to have a factory in their country. Speed of execution is key as is evidenced by building permit and other regulatory processes in China being completed within 100 days. Other countries and partners are invited to take up the dialogue in order to accelerate the roll out in other locations. We work closely with our customers to meet their specific energy storage requirements and are excited to develop new business relationships.” said Koolen.

Lithium Werks is committed to providing energy storage solutions that make electricity generated from renewable energy available when consumer need it, thus facilitating the global transition from fossil fuels to clean energy.

Lithium Werks is working closely with the regional development organisation Oost NL, which has invested in the company, and with the University of Twente, with which it is developing a research campus that by around 2025 will employ some 2,000 engineers and other experts to focus on energy storage, transport and smart software.

"Significant investments are needed for an actual energy transition. The Chinese government has been working on clean energy plans for some time and their commitment confirms the crucial role that batteries play in this,” said Victor van der Chijs, rector of the University of Twente.

“Lithium Werks, with the University of Twente as a research partner, is an important player with a clear vision for a sustainable world. The University of Twente has been investing in sustainable energy research for years, including research into new materials that enable further innovation in battery technology,” he said.

Marius Prins, CEO, Oost NL said: "These developments show that Lithium Werks can grow into a company that makes an important contribution worldwide to the way we handle energy and energy storage. As the development company, we were among the first to invest in Lithium Werks. We firmly believe that Lithium Werks’ energy research R&D activities will contribute significantly to the strength of East Netherlands’ economy.”

*)  Capgemini Research Institute, 2018

About Lithium Werks
Lithium Werks is a fast-growing global lithium-ion battery company with production facilities in the Netherlands and China, and offices in the USA, the Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Great Britain and Norway. Lithium Werks provides cells, modules and energy management systems to markets such as industrial, transportation, marine and clean energy.

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MONACO, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scorpio Bulkers Inc. (NYSE:SALT) (“Scorpio Bulkers,” or the “Company”) announced today that time charter-out agreements have been entered into for seven of its Ultramax vessels and four of its Kamsarmax vessels.  Certain information regarding these time charter-out agreements is set out below.

 
*Vessel* * * *Type* * * *Earliest Redelivery Date* * * *Rate Per Day*
SBI Jaguar   Ultramax   April 2019   $16,000
SBI Ursa   Ultramax   June 2019   $15,000
SBI Tango   Ultramax   March 2019   $14,500
SBI Cougar   Ultramax   March 2019   $16,500
SBI Echo   Ultramax   February 2019   $15,000
SBI Thalia   Ultramax   April  2019   $16,500
SBI Lyra   Ultramax   April 2019   $16,500
SBI Bolero   Kamsarmax   May 2019   $14,500
SBI Macarena   Kamsarmax   February 2019   $16,000
SBI Mazurka   Kamsarmax   May 2019   $16,000
SBI Samba   Kamsarmax   April 2019   $15,500
             

*About Scorpio Bulkers Inc.*

Scorpio Bulkers Inc. is a provider of marine transportation of dry bulk commodities. Scorpio Bulkers Inc. has an operating fleet of 57 vessels consisting of 56 wholly-owned or finance leased drybulk vessels (including 19 Kamsarmax vessels and 37 Ultramax vessels), and one time chartered-in Ultramax vessel. The Company’s owned and finance leased fleet has a total carrying capacity of approximately 3.9 million dwt and all of the Company’s owned vessels have carrying capacities of greater than 60,000 dwt. Additional information about the Company is available on the Company’s website www.scorpiobulkers.com, which is not a part of this press release.

*Forward-Looking Statements*

Matters discussed in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements. The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides safe harbor protections for forward-looking statements in order to encourage companies to provide prospective information about their business. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements, which are other than statements of historical facts. The Company desires to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and is including this cautionary statement in connection with this safe harbor legislation. The words “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “potential,” “may,” “should,” “expect,” “pending” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements.

The forward-looking statements in this press release are based upon various assumptions, many of which are based, in turn, upon further assumptions, including without limitation, our management’s examination of historical operating trends, data contained in our records and other data available from third parties. Although we believe that these assumptions were reasonable when made, because these assumptions are inherently subject to significant uncertainties and contingencies which are difficult or impossible to predict and are beyond our control, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or accomplish these expectations, beliefs or projections.

In addition to these important factors, other important factors that, in our view, could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements include the failure of counterparties to fully perform their contracts with us, the strength of world economies and currencies, general market conditions, including fluctuations in charter rates and vessel values, changes in demand for dry bulk vessel capacity, changes in our operating expenses, including bunker prices, drydocking and insurance costs, the market for our vessels, availability of financing and refinancing, charter counterparty performance, ability to obtain financing and comply with covenants in such financing arrangements, changes in governmental rules and regulations or actions taken by regulatory authorities, potential liability from pending or future litigation, general domestic and international political conditions, potential disruption of shipping routes due to accidents or political events, vessel breakdowns and instances of off-hires and other factors. Please see our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a more complete discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties.

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According to new growth analysis report by Global Market Insights, Inc., marine engines market share in recreational application segment is set to exceed USD 2 Billion by 2024 owing to rise in disposable income along with improvement in living standards will stimulate the industry growth.

SELLBYVILLE, Del. (PRWEB) October 16, 2018

U.S. Marine Engines Market is forecast to cross US$1 billion by 2024. Ongoing R&D to manufacture systems in compliance to the new environmental norms is set to stimulate the industry growth. In addition, continuous retrofitting activities in shipping yards to deploy eco-friendly systems will further foster the product demand.

Global Marine Engines Market size is set to surpass USD 13 billion by 2024. Positive outlook toward seaborne industry and rising maritime trade activities will augment the marine engines market growth. As per the United Nations Conference on Trade & Development, in 2017 the shipping industry handled 80% of the world trade by volume and 70% by revenue through board ships across seaports worldwide.

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Lightweight and low maintenance requirement are some of the key imperative features which will drive the medium speed marine engine market. In addition, growth in maritime tourism coupled with increasing demand for recreational vessels will positively impact the business outlook. These products are primarily deployed across ferries, cruise and commercial vessels.

Two-stroke propulsion segment is projected to expand at over 4% by 2024. Technological advancements focused on improved operational efficiency to comply with the environmental regulations is set to escalate the product penetration.

10,000-20,000 HP marine engines market will achieve 4% CAGR over 2018-2024. These units are combined with exhaust-gas turbochargers and are deployed across the industry to match the efficient propeller speed without recourse to a speed reducing gear.

Browse key Marine Engines Market insights from the 2018 report spread across 497 pages offering 740 market data tables as well as 17 figures & charts along with the table of contents:
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Major Marine Engines Market Growth drivers are:
1. Expansion in seaborne trade
2. Increasing maritime tourism
3. Technological advancement in marine engines

MDO engines are widely acceptable by ship operators owing to their availability and favorable price levels. However, increasing emission control areas (ECAs) coupled with rising awareness toward emissions may act as an industry restraint. Introduction of norms and regulations to reduce marine pollution has led to an increase in demand for low-emission systems. Industry players, to follow the directive norms, have introduced their diversified product lines with advanced systems including catalytic reactors and scrubbers.

Asia Pacific, in 2017 accounted for over 60% of the global marine engines market. Presence of numerous manufacturers along with ongoing R&D ventures in product design will strengthen the industry outlook.

Germany accounted for over 18% of the Europe market share in 2017. Growing shipbuilding industry coupled with technological advancements to develop cleaner engines will positively impact the product penetration. The country’s focus on specialized vessels including river cruise ships, mega yachts, wind farm service, military and ro-pax will further complement the industry growth.

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Top key players mentioned in this marine engine market report include John Deere, Caterpillar Inc., Wärtsilä, Cummins Inc., Scania Group, Rolls-Royce Marine, MAN Diesel & Turbo, STX Engine, Brunswick Boat Group, DEUTZ AG, IHI Corporation, Arteche, Shanghai Diesel Engine, Anglo Belgian Corporation, Volvo Penta and others.

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1. Marine Diesel Engines Market Size By Technology (Low Speed, Medium Speed, High Speed), By Application (Merchant [Container Vessels, Tankers, Bulk Carriers, Gas Carriers, Roll On/Roll Off], Offshore [Drilling Rigs And Ships, Anchor Handling Vessels, Offshore Research Vessels, Floating Production Units, Platform Supply Vessels], Cruise And Ferry [Cruise Vessels, Passenger Ferries, Cargo Ferries, Fast Ferries, Yachts], Navy), Industry Analysis Report, Regional Outlook (U.S., Canada, Germany, Italy, Norway, UK, France, Russia, Denmark, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Vietnam, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Angola, Egypt, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina) Application Potential, Price Trends, Competitive Market Share & Forecast, 2017 – 2024.
Marine Diesel Engines Market size was over USD 5 billion in 2016 and is set to grow over 5% by 2024. Read more at
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2. Marine Scrubber Systems Market Size By Technology (Wet Technology {Open Loop, Closed Loop, Hybrid}, Dry Technology), By Fuel (MDO, MGO, Hybrid), By Application (Commercial {Containers, Tankers, Bulk Carriers, RO-RO}, Offshore {AHTS, PSV, FSV, MPSV}, Recreational {Cruise Ships, Ferries, Yachts}, Navy), Industry Analysis Report, Regional Outlook (U.S., Canada, Greece, Norway, Germany, U.K, France, Netherlands, Italy, Croatia, Poland, Russia, Romania, Denmark, China, South Korea, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia), Application Potential, Price Trends, Competitive Market Share & Forecast, 2018 – 2024.
Marine Scrubber Systems Market size in 2017 was valued over USD 800 million and is anticipated to grow over 2,000 units by 2024. Read more at
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More than 200 students, ex-servicemen and serving soldiers honour David McLaren Kerr at his funeral. Reported by BBC News 1 day ago.

KEMP, Texas, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Larson Electronics, a Texas-based company with over 40 years of experience spearheading the industrial lighting sector, announced the release of a hazardous area LED pivoting light fixture. This 4-foot 2-lamp LED light fixture is U.S./Canada U.L. approved Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C and D and is UL 1598A listed. This fixture produces 7,000 total lumens, operates on 347V to 480V AC without modifications and comes equipped with a back-mount swivel bracket.The HAL-48-2L-LED-BMSW-3480 is a four-foot long hazardous area explosion proof LED light fixture with two lamps that produce a total of 7,000 lumens, drawing just 56 watts. The fixture is T4A temperature rated and the high-powered LED lamps are protected by a powder-coated aluminum frame. The lamps both have a shatter- and heat-resistant clear acrylic lens that is secured with 10 zinc-coated steel draw latches.

This explosion proof light fixture is UL1598A Marine Type rated for marine environments, dust-proof and protected against temporary submersion and high-pressure jets. Constructed of sturdy copper-free, powder-coated sheet aluminum, this Class I Division 2 light fixture is resistant to damage from vibration and extremes in temperature. The LEDs are protected by a polycarbonate lens on an extruded aluminum tube where the lamps are mounted. The lamp reflector is made of corrosion-resistant, heavy-gauge aluminum coated in a high-gloss reflective finish. This LED light fixture is also weatherproof and can be operated in hazardous locations efficiently and reliably where flammable chemicals and vapors may be present.

The HAL-48-2L-LED-BMSW-3480 comes standard with surface mount brackets which feature adjustable pivot points allowing a 45 degree pivot from the 90 degree point. This adjustable pivot offers positioning flexibility.

*About Larson Electronics LLC: *Larson Electronics LLC is a manufacturer of industrial lighting equipment and accessories. The company offers an extensive catalog of industry-grade lighting and power distribution products for the following sectors: manufacturing, construction, food processing, oil and gas, military, marine and automobile. Customers can benefit from the company’s hands-on, customized approach to lighting solutions. Larson Electronics provides expedited service for quotes, customer support and shipments.

*For further information, please contact:*
Rob Bresnahan, *President and CEO
*Toll-free: 1-800-369-6671
Phone: 214-616-6180
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*METTAWA, Ill., Oct. 16, 2018 - *The board of directors of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today raised the quarterly dividend on its common stock by approximately 10 percent to $0.21 per share.

This marks Brunswick's sixth consecutive year of quarterly dividend increases since 2013. Brunswick has paid dividends on a quarterly basis since 2014.  Previously, the Company had paid dividends to shareholders on an annual basis from 2002 - 2014.

"Our ability to increase the dividend is evidence of the overall strength of our business, the successful execution of our capital strategy, and the momentum of our product leadership and operational excellence initiatives," explained Brunswick Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mark Schwabero. 

The dividend will be payable on Dec. 14, 2018, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Nov. 20, 2018.

*About Brunswick*
Headquartered in Mettawa, Ill., Brunswick Corporation's  leading consumer brands include Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Ancor, Attwood, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, Czone, Del City, Garelick, Lenco Marine, Marinco, Mastervolt, Mercury, NAUTIC-ON, Park Power, Progressive Industries, ProMariner, Quicksilver and Whale marine parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea, Kellogg Marine, Lankhorst Taselaar, Payne's Marine and BLA parts and accessories distributors; Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Brunswick Commercial and Government Products, Crestliner, Cypress Cay, Harris, Lowe, Lund, Princecraft, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Thunder Jet and Uttern boats; Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Cybex, Indoor Cycling Group  and SCIFIT fitness equipment; and Brunswick billiards tables, accessories and game room furniture. For more information, visit https://www.brunswick.com.Contact:   Daniel Kubera
    Director - Media Relations and Corporate Communications
Phone:   847-735-4617
Email:    daniel.kubera@brunswick.com Reported by GlobeNewswire 21 hours ago.

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — In Kentucky’s 6th Congressional District, where President Donald Trump won by more than 15 percentage points in 2016, Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr has raised more than $4 million for his re-election. It would have been a record if it weren’t for his Democratic opponent. Amy McGrath, a retired Marine fighter […] Reported by Seattle Times 18 hours ago.

Their talk, entitled “Making Algal Omega-3’s Great Again” addressed next-generation demand for “vegan-friendly” foods, beverages, and supplements made with“ beautifully tasteless” DHA-rich ingredients derived from wild-sourced microalgae

SASKATOON, Canada (PRWEB) October 16, 2018

Founders of two of the functional food industry’s most innovative companies involved in the development and marketing of algae-based omega-3 products, Ben Kelly of Algarithm Ingredients and Philip Bromley of Virun Nutra-Biosciences, addressed attendees of the 2018 Algae Biomass Summit in Houston, Texas on October 15. The title of their presentation was “Making Algal Omega-3’s Great Again (O-MAGA)!”, during which they shared their history of successfully incorporating algae-derived omega-3s into foods, beverages, and dietary supplements, and also shared their thoughts and insights on growing the algal omega-3 market through strategic partnerships.

Around 2 years ago, well-aware of omega-3’s vital importance for the neurological development and overall health of growing children, and unwilling to give his own children omega-3 from marine sources because of potential contamination with heavy metals, Kelly became motivated to search out a non-fish source of omega-3; and discovered that the proper wild strain of algae grown using the proper protocol offered a clean, virtually odorless and tasteless source of omega-3 DHA. Kelly’s discovery led to the formation of his company, Algarithm, and shortly thereafter the formation of an industry-changing partnership with food, beverage, and supplement formulator and co-packager Philip Bromley of Virun Nutra-Biosciences.

Through the subsequent hard work of Kelly and Bromley and members of their teams, several novel algal omega-3 products were conceived that companies in the dietary supplement, food, and beverages sectors incorporated in their products. They include:· Vegan DHA Oil for Soft gels, Infant Formulas and Milks
· Alga omega-3 cold & heat tolerant Powders for use in foods such as baked goods, burgers, ice cream
· Flavored DHA emulsions for vegetarian smoothies and flavoring

In the market:· Alga omega-3 enriched O3 Omega Smoothies in familiar North American flavors such as smores and breakfast bacon (vegetarian & keto friendly)
· Alga omega-3 enriched Lemon Dill Salm’n Burger from Sol Cuisine (vegan)
· Alga omega-3 enriched plant-based chef-mastered seafood line from Good Catch Foods (launching in January)
· Alga omega3 Multi-Vitamin – Watch for launch announcement

“People who want clean diets are typically frustrated that they can’t find a plant-based omega-3 that is not completely free of GM ingredients. When we tell customers that our omega-3 is harvested from wild-sourced strains of algae swimming in the pristine waters of Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy, it fairly quickly puts their GMO concerns to rest,” said Kelly. “Omega-3 doesn’t get any cleaner or more natural than that.”

“Thanks to our friends at Algarithm, we now have access to a sustainable source of pollutant-free, plant-derived omega-3 DHA,” said Bromley. “The research we’ve done here at Virun enables us to easily introduce that health-promoting omega-3 fatty acid into foods, beverages, and nutritional supplements at an anticipated cost of less than $.10 per serving – and do it without creating a trace of fish taste, fish smell, or annoying fish burps. We were happy to be able to introduce folks at the Algae Biomass Summit to our process for creating great-tasting, DHA-enhanced foods and beverages, and dietary supplements. We believe the technology we’ve evolved opens the doors to a world of new, healthy, algal omega-3 enhanced consumer products.”

ABOUT ALGARITHM INGREDIENTS: (http://www.algarithm.com)     

Algarithm™ is the Smart Source for Plant-based omega-3s providing high quality, algal, value-added omega-3 ingredients for a wide range of food, beverage, and dietary supplement (including infant) applications. As a DHA supplier that produces plant-based, toxin-free, and sustainable ingredients, we are revolutionizing functional ingredient sourcing in the food, beverage and dietary supplement industries. Algarithm’s™ AlphaMega3 algal DHA oil stands apart from other plant based DHA suppliers due to its flavor, superior stability, and odor characteristics (or lack thereof).

ABOUT BEN KELLY – CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR - ALGARITHM INGREDIENTS

As a father to two girls, what drives Ben is the desire for all children having access to tasty and exciting omega-3 for cognitive and eyesight development free of heavy metals and contaminants coming from marine fish. That is the reason Ben co-founded Algarithm to deliver on this opportunity, along with Udaya Wanasundara, CSO, a father of two boys, and an expert in lipids and algal omega-3 science.

An entrepreneurial-minded business development professional, Ben has spent the past 6+ years in business development roles in the dietary supplement and food ingredient industry. Ben leads new business for Algarithm and POS Biosciences where he is responsible for implementing strategic sales and marketing initiatives and for collaborating with global partners. Working closely with both company’s industry-leading scientific teams, Ben serves a critical market prospecting role where he collaborates with and finds potential, strategic partners to further commercialize new ingredients and products. Ben was a Co-Founder of Algarithm and has been instrumental in securing partners as the company gains traction in new, lucrative markets; today he leads Algarithm as the Managing Director. He holds his B.A. from the University of New Brunswick and his M.P.A from the University of Saskatchewan. Ben’s partner Katie and their two daughters make their home in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.

ABOUT VIRUN NUTRABIOSCENCES: (http://www.virun.com)

Founded in 2003, Virun was formed to create nutritious, great tasting and novel formulations for the food, beverage, supplement and pharmaceutical industries. Located in Pomona, California, Virun is a fully integrated research, production, and manufacturing facility, which quickly conceptualizes ideas to create innovative custom bulk blends and finished products for contract manufacturing. Virun is the only biotechnology company that owns over 80 patents worldwide and develops technology around biochemistry practices. Its' technologies include Esolv® a clean-label claim emulsifier, OmegaH2O®, which incorporates omega-3 EPA DHA into clear, shelf-stable, clean label claim beverages without a fishy taste; Probiferrin®, a technology that increases the bio-availability and shelf-life of probiotics in powders and beverages; and other innovative solutions and brands, including O3 Omega® Smoothies, Viruns' own line of algal omega DHA MCT smoothies.

ABOUT PHILIP BROMLEY, FOUNDER & CEO - VIRUN NUTRABIOSCENCES

Born in Southern California, 1973, Philip Bromley lived, grew up and surfed in Ventura, California. Mr. Bromley majored in general Chemistry at San Diego State University, so he could continue surfing, and furthered his education under a biochemistry graduate program at SDSU. Mr. Bromley has more than 15 years of experience in Particle augmentation of proteins, peptides and non-polar active agents used in foods, beverages and drugs of which have been attributed toward improved delivery in application and in vitro. Mr. Bromley co-founded Virun® NutraBiosciences® in 2003. Mr. Bromley is an inventor named on at least 40 global patent and patent applications world-wide. In 2003, Mr. Bromley was the first to acknowledge and research the use of Transferrin’s to improve the oral bioavailability of naïve proteins, peptides and drugs including achieving greater than 61% oral bioavailability of human insulin compared to i.v. injection. Mr. Bromley’s patent portfolio includes “compositions” used to encapsulate non polar compounds that dissolve into food and beverage applications that are clear, shelf stable and safe. Mr. Bromley has invented new diester forms of Vitamin E analogues, Esolv®, which is amphiphillic (oil and water soluble) and therefore can deliver non polar compounds into foods and beverage applications with ease, clean label claim and increased oral bioavailability. Esolv® has been shown to not absorb into blood plasma in healthy adults and thus is a suitable encapsulator to replace emulsifiers due to Esolv® safety and toxicology, whereas, commonly used alternatives such as polysorbates and detergents do absorb into blood plasma. Mr. Bromley has joint patents with fortune 400 companies, such as Hormel Foods. Mr. Bromley continues his research to improve the pharmacokinetics and dynamics of drug delivery.

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PASCAGOULA, Miss., Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huntington Ingalls Industries’ (NYSE:HII) Ingalls Shipbuilding division officially started fabrication of the America-class amphibious assault ship Bougainville (LHA 8) on Monday. The start of fabrication signifies that the shipyard is ready for sustained production and ready to move forward with the construction of the ship.“Our shipbuilders are proud to continue Ingalls’ legacy in amphibious shipbuilding,” said Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias. “The start of Bougainville, our 16^th large-deck amphib, allows us to continue the serial production of these great ships. Working with the Navy and Marine Corps, we will take advantage of our hot production line and a healthy nationwide supplier base to continue providing these much-needed ships for the defense of our nation and the world’s sea lanes.”

A photo accompanying this release is available at: https://newsroom.huntingtoningalls.com/file?fid=5bc6369d2cfac22d0efb33da.

Bougainville will retain the aviation capability of the America-class design while adding the surface assault capability of a well deck. The well deck will give the U.S. Marine Corps the ability to house and launch two landing craft air cushion (LCAC) hovercraft or one landing craft utility (LCU) as needed during their maritime missions. Other additions to Bougainville include a larger flight deck configured for Joint Strike Fighter and Osprey V-22 aircraft, which can be used for surface and aviation assaults. The additional area on the flight deck comes in part from a smaller deck house and an additional sponson.

LHA 8 will be the second Navy vessel to bear the name Bougainville. The name commemorates the Bougainville Campaign that took place during World War II. During the campaign, which lasted from 1943 to 1944, Allied forces secured a strategic airfield from Japan in the northern Solomon Islands, helping the allies break the Japanese stronghold in the South Pacific.

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Scarcity of Hilsa, a fish with distinct marine flavour and taste, has hit the city, upsetting many Bengali's during the festive season. The prized fish of Bengal is unavailable in the market, and fish sellers are struggling hard to order the stock and match up to the demand.

During Durga Puja, most Bengalis feast on Hilsa after the idol of Goddess Durga is immersed in the water. "It is a delicacy and marks an end of the festival," says Debomita Guha, a home-maker.

Hilsa is an important part of the wedding trousseau of most Bengalis, lying amidst jewellery, wrapped in a saree. No auspicious occasions including annaprashon (a child's first rice-eating ceremony), jamai shoshti (an annual ceremony where the sons-in-law are fed an elaborate meal), poila boishakh (Bengali new year), Durga puja, Kali puja, etc is deemed complete without Hilsa.

Mufid Kaladia, who runs Ahmedabadfish.com, said, "We get one day's fresh stock of fish from Veraval. However, the last Hilsa stock that we received was 20 days ago. There is a lot of demand due to Durga Puja but less supply. The Hilsa of Arabian sea costs around Rs 1000 whereas Hilsa of Bay of Bengal costs Rs 2500 per kilogram. This is the season of Hilsa as people avoid eating the fish between November and February."

He added, "I should be getting a few kilos in two days with a lot of difficulty."

The importance that Hilsa carries corroborated when Mamata Banerjee returned to power, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina greeted her with 20 kg of Hilsa.

Another fish seller from Teen Darwaja, Gitaben, who is into this business for generations said that she will be getting Hilsa post Dusshera. Speaking to dna, she said, "We get Hilsa from Narmada and it costs Rs 850. However, since the water in the river is very less, we are not getting the fish. I have been getting calls from Bengalis across the city inquiring about the fish but we will only be able to get post festival."

Right now, the only easily available fish in the market is Rohu. Even fresh Pomfret and Katla are not available regularly. This has affected our business, she added. September and October is the season for Hilsa and hence it's is the most expensive during this period.

Another resident, Akash Chodhury said, "Ilish Boron is a very important ritual during festivity. And I could not find the fish anywhere in the market."

-*NOT WITHOUT HILSA*-

No auspicious occasions including annaprashon (a child’s first rice-eating ceremony), jamai shoshti, poila boishakh (Bengali new year), Durga puja, Kali puja, etc is deemed complete without Hilsa

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Recommendations from national panel include a ban on oil and gas development in marine protected areas

OTTAWA, Oct. 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Wildlife Fund Canada is keen to see the recommendations in this final report today from the National Advisory Panel on Marine Protected Area Standards pass into law, bringing Canada’s marine protected areas in line with international standards to better protect wildlife from human impacts. 

WWF-Canada also strongly supports the panel’s recommendation to create or amend legislation to allow for the implementation of Indigenous Protected Areas, an important tool for protecting biodiversity while supporting Indigenous self-determination, cultural preservation and economic development. 

Full implementation of the recommendations by the federal government would mean a ban on activities such as oil and gas development, bottom trawling and seabed mining in of all of Canada’s federal marine protected areas. However, marine refuges – created more quickly through a different process – would, potentially, remain open to these activities. More than half of Canada’s protected marine space, or 4.8 per cent of 7.9 per cent, are refuges rather than marine protected areas. WWF-Canada wants to see harmful activities kept out of marine refuges, too. 

*T**he **n**ational **p**anel’s report recommends:** *

· Canada adopt International Union for Conservation of Nature standards for its federal marine protected areas. This means no oil and gas development, mining, dumping or bottom trawling. 
· Government consultation with Canadians in all ocean regions on marine spatial planning. 
· Integrating Indigenous knowledge meaningfully into all stages of the process of planning and managing protected areas (both MPAs and marine refuges), as well as supporting the creation and implementation of Indigenous Protected Areas. 
· The federal government commit to greater transparency in reporting on the assessment and success of marine protected areas and create a central, open database to inform Canadians about marine protection measures. 
· Allowing marine refuges, or other measures, to offer “flexible approaches” to conservation to accommodate economic development. WWF-Canada is concerned about what this might mean in terms of oil and gas development in marine refuges, which is already occurring. 

*What WWF-Canada would like to see: ** *

· Changes to the Oceans Act and the Fisheries Act to ensure the National Panel’s recommendations are formalized and legally enforceable. Other changes may be needed for the National Marine Conservation Act, the Canada Wildlife Act and the Migratory Birds Convention Act. 
· The cancellation of oil and gas leases inside present and proposed marine protected areas once the panel’s recommendations are adopted. 
· Clarification of standards for marine refuges, also known as “other effective conservation measures,” to ensure harmful activities are kept out. 
· More transparency in planning marine protection measures, especially with local communities, Indigenous peoples and stakeholders.  

*Sigrid Kuehnemund, WWF-Canada vice-president of ocean conservation, said:** *

“World Wildlife Fund Canada is very pleased by the national panel’s strong recommendation that the government of Canada adopt international standards for marine protected areas. It’s up to the federal government now to pass these recommendations into law to ensure harmful activities such as oil and gas development, bottom trawling and seabed mining are kept out of areas set aside for conservation. Establishing stronger laws and regulations for protected areas is the best way to provide clarity for all ocean stakeholders and to ensure that Canada’s marine protection efforts are meaningful.  

“WWF-Canada wants to see the recommendations for marine protected areas extend to marine refuges to ensure these measures provide real protections to habitats and species.  

“We strongly support the creation and implementation of Indigenous Protected Areas and would also like the panel’s recommendations on greater transparency in ocean protection planning to be implemented.” 

*WWF-Canada’s role** *

WWF-Canada works on marine protection on all three coasts and has worked for decades to keep harmful activities, such as oil and gas development, out of marine protected areas. Recent campaigns saw thousands of Canadians email the Prime Minister to ask for a ban on oil and gas in protected areas, including MPAs and marine refuges.  

*About World Wildlife Fund Canada* 

WWF-Canada creates solutions to the environmental challenges that matter most for Canadians. We work in places that are unique and ecologically important, so that nature, wildlife and people thrive together. Because we are all wildlife. For more information, visit wwf.ca. 

CONTACT: WWF-Canada
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