Day: June 18, 2020

LOS ANGELES, June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Omni-Lite Industries Canada Inc. (the “Company”) is pleased to announce today that it received a new follow-on order valued in excess of US$200,000 from a premier US defense contractor in support of Patriot Advanced Capability Interceptor (PAC-3).  The Company will produce advanced high-speed analog electronic components under this award and expect to deliver over the next 16 months.“This award is an affirmation of our capability to design and deliver advanced high reliability electronics, and we are proud to support one of the most capable and powerful terminal air defense missiles in the world.  Our high-speed analog electronics technology responds to needs of high bandwidth precision electronic weapons systems and look to gain product insertion onto other current and development systems,”...

Exceeds Earnings Guidance for the First QuarterIncreases Guidance for 2020VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Franchise Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRG) (“Franchise Group” or the “Company”) today announced the results of its first quarter ended March 28, 2020.  For the first quarter of 2020, total reported revenue for Franchise Group was $592.6 million, GAAP Net Income was $61.9 million or $2.51 per share, Proforma Adjusted EBITDA was $112.2 million and Non-GAAP EPS was $2.11 per share.  In calculating GAAP EPS, the Company utilized 23.7 million weighted average fully diluted shares outstanding for the first quarter.  In calculating Non-GAAP EPS and formulating guidance, the Company utilized 35.1 million fully diluted shares outstanding.  The Company ended the quarter with $147 million in cash and outstanding debt of...

NEW YORK, June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BeyondSpring Inc. (the “Company” or “BeyondSpring”) (Nasdaq: BYSI), a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of innovative immuno-oncology cancer therapies, today announced the launch of an underwritten public offering of its ordinary shares. The Company also expects to grant the underwriters an option to purchase up to an additional 15% of the ordinary shares being offered. The Company also intends to sell additional ordinary shares to entities affiliated with Decheng Capital in a separate private placement transaction. The Company intends to use the net proceeds of this offering and the private placement to support the commercialization of Plinabulin, continued clinical and pre-clinical development and for general corporate purposes.Jefferies and William Blair will...

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CareDx, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDNA), a leading precision medicine company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers, today announced that the underwriters of its previously announced public offering of common stock have exercised in full their option to purchase an additional 585,937 shares of common stock at the public offering price of $32.00 per share, less underwriting discounts and commissions, for additional net proceeds to CareDx of approximately $17.6 million.  The option was granted in connection with the public offering of 3,906,250 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $32.00 per share, which closed on June 15, 2020.After giving effect...

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — White River Bancshares Company (OTCQX: WRIV), (the “Company”) the holding company for Signature Bank of Arkansas (the “Bank”), today announced the hiring of Edward (“Ed”) P. Riendeau as its new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Russell W. Nugent, Jr., who recently announced his retirement.  “We are delighted to have Ed join our executive management team as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President,” said Gary Head, President and Chief Executive Officer.  “Ed brings over 20 years of demonstrated leadership and comprehensive accounting and audit experience.  As a member of the Bank’s executive team, Ed will be responsible for overseeing all of the finance and accounting activities for the organization while providing and supporting strong strategic leadership.  He is...

MONTREAL, June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier announced today that all candidates in the Management Proxy Circular dated May 6, 2020 were elected as directors of Bombardier Inc. during its annual meeting of shareholders, which was held in Montreal earlier today. The detailed results of the ballot for the election of directors are below.Election of DirectorsFollowing a vote, each of the following 13 candidates proposed by management was elected a director of Bombardier: About BombardierWith nearly 60,000 employees across two business segments, Bombardier is a global leader in the transportation industry, creating innovative and game-changing planes and trains. Our products and services provide world-class transportation experiences that set new standards in passenger comfort, energy efficiency, reliability and safety.Headquartered...

MONTRÉAL, 18 juin 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bombardier a annoncé aujourd’hui que tous les candidats figurant dans la circulaire de sollicitation de procurations de la direction datée du 6 mai 2020 ont été élus administrateurs de Bombardier lors de son assemblée annuelle ayant eu lieu plus tôt aujourd’hui à Montréal. Les résultats détaillés du scrutin pour l’élection des administrateurs se trouvent ci-dessous.Élection des administrateursÀ l’issue d’un scrutin, chacun des 13 candidats suivants proposés par la direction a été élu administrateur de Bombardier :À propos de Bombardier Avec près de 60 000 employés répartis entre deux secteurs d’activité, Bombardier est un leader mondial de l’industrie du transport, créant des avions et des trains novateurs qui changent la donne sur leur marché. Nos produits et nos...

Millicom’s 2019 Annual Report receives Graphic Design USA American Web Design AwardLuxembourg, June 18, 2020 – Millicom, a leading provider of cable and mobile services operating under the TIGO brand in Latin America, has been recognized for the second consecutive year for its innovative 2019 Annual Report, winning the Graphic Design USA (GDUSA) American Web Design Award.GDUSA conducts several yearly national design competitions that culminate in annual awards, showcasing the best in graphic design, web design, package design, and digital design, among others. The 2020 American Web Design Awards saw more than 2,000 entries, representing many of the world’s leading companies, products and brands.“Obtaining the GDUSA American Web Design Award for the second consecutive year is a testament to our desire to provide a fully comprehensive,...

OMAHA, Neb., June 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, is proud to be named to the 2020 Top Green Providers list by Food Logistics for the eighth consecutive year. This annual award recognizes companies whose products, services or exemplary environmental stewardship promote sustainability within the food and beverage industry.“We are committed to doing our part to be environmentally conscious and promote sustainability throughout our company,” said Vice Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Derek Leathers. “Our focus on technology continues to keep Werner as an industry leader in promoting cleaner efforts within our supply chains.”Each year, the criteria for earning a spot on the Top Green Providers list become more stringent. The Food Logistics editorial...