HOUSTON, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — GulfStar Group (“GulfStar”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cal-Chlor Corp. (“Cal-Chlor” or the “Company”) by PVS Chemicals, Inc. (“PVS Chemicals”). GulfStar served as the exclusive financial advisor to Cal-Chlor throughout the transaction, which closed on April 30, 2026. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, Cal-Chlor is the largest independent provider of value-added packaging and distribution solutions to the North American calcium chloride marketplace. Cal-Chlor’s custom services include product manufacturing and packaging capabilities across a broad range of form factors and modalities, regulatory-compliant labeling solutions for a variety of end-use markets and comprehensive logistics planning for worldwide delivery. Through a long-term and...

PROVIDENCE, R.I., May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via IBN – Beeline Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE) (“Beeline” or the “Company”), a technology-driven mortgage and fintech platform focused on next-generation lending and digital real estate infrastructure, today announced that it has entered into a non-binding Letter of Intent to acquire MagicBlocks, an AI-driven real estate technology company focused on transaction lead generation, production automation, and workflow systems for financial services and real estate applications. Beeline currently owns approximately 47.6% of MagicBlocks, and the MagicBlocks platform has enabled Beeline’s chatbot, Bob, which has facilitated an 8% increase in lead to lock conversions at no incremental cost when involved with customers on Beeline’s website. Beeline has entered into a non-binding Letter...

The transaction builds on Intermedia’s momentum and supports the continued expansion of its AI-driven platform and partner-first growth strategy SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Intermedia Intelligent Communications, a global provider of AI-powered cloud communications, collaboration, and customer engagement solutions, today announced the closing of its previously disclosed acquisition by 26North Partners LP (“26North”) from funds managed by Madison Dearborn Partners. “Intermedia has built a highly attractive, fast-growing business around a model that aligns closely with both partners and customers,” said Tyler Sipprelle, 26North Private Equity Partner. “The company combines a broad communications portfolio, deep partner relationships, and a practical approach to AI innovation in a way that continues to differentiate...

Largest firm to date debuts on Mariner Independent as three senior advisors pair investment expertise with a rebuilt research platform Overland Park, Kansas, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Updated May 28, 2026: This release has been revised to reflect updated firm naming references. Mariner, a national financial services firm, today announced the launch of Value87 Investment Partners, a $1.3 billion wealth management firm founded by John Buckingham, Jason Clark and Christopher Quigley. The team commenced operations through Mariner Independent beginning April 24, supported by three additional team members including two licensed professionals. Value87 is built on a disciplined value investing foundation paired with a growing focus on delivering a personalized, holistic wealth management experience. In addition to its advisory business,...

ADDISON, Texas and AUSTIN, Texas, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CECO Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECO) (“CECO”) and Thermon Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: THR) (“Thermon”) announced that both companies’ stockholders overwhelmingly voted to approve the previously announced strategic combination at their respective stockholder meetings held earlier today. Preliminary results showed that approximately 99.93% of votes cast at CECO’s annual meeting were voted in favor of the transaction, and nearly 99.97% of the votes cast at Thermon’s meeting were in support of the combination. The final voting results will be reported in each of the company’s respective Form 8-K filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. “We appreciate the strong support from both companies’ stockholders and remain excited about bringing together complementary...

Binding LOI Advances Trident’s AI Holdings Vision as Company Pursues Scalable SaaS, Enterprise Automation, and AI-Powered Customer Acquisition Opportunities Across Asia-Pacific as the Global AI Market Approaches an Estimated US$622 Billion in 2026 SINGAPORE and NEW YORK, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: TDTH) (“Trident” or the “Company”), a Singapore-headquartered technology holdings and digital infrastructure platform focused on scalable AI, enterprise software, and next-generation digital transformation opportunities across Asia-Pacific, today announced that it has executed a binding letter of intent (“LOI”) with Digital Innovations Group (“DIG”) headquartered in the United States, developer of the IRMA AI Engine, to launch and scale IRMA Engine Asia — an AI-powered enterprise marketing,...

Fort Lauderdale, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cross Keys Capital, LLC, a leading independent investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to physician group practices and healthcare services companies,is  pleased to announce it acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the Neurology Group of Bergen County (“NGBC”) in its partnership with Privia Health. Founded in 1973, the Neurology Group of Bergen County is one of the region’s most respected independent neurology practices, serving the communities of Bergen County, New Jersey. NGBC comprises 25 adult and pediatric clinicians operating at one central Ridgewood, NJ location. The practice provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and treatment across the full spectrum of neurological conditions, including epilepsy, multiple sclerosis,...

Tuck-Under Acquisitions Add Scale and Broaden Service Capabilities in Existing Markets TORONTO, May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FirstService Corporation (TSX and NASDAQ: FSV) (“FirstService”) today announced that its subsidiary, Century Fire Protection (“Century”), has recently acquired GSC Fire & Security (“GSC”) and Titan Fire Protection (“Titan”). The existing management teams of both businesses have retained minority equity interests and will continue to oversee their respective day-to-day operations. Terms of the two transactions were not disclosed. GSC, founded in 2004 and based in Austin, Texas, provides fire alarm installation and fire alarm and sprinkler inspection, repair and monitoring services to multi-family residential and commercial clients in the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan areas and surrounding regions...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY WEALTH LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree ADVANCED MEDICAL SOLUTIONS GROUP PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date...

BOSTON, May 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cartesian Growth Corporation III (Nasdaq: CGCT), a special purpose acquisition company (“CGCT”), today announced that its previously announced business combination (the “Business Combination”) with Factorial Inc. (“Factorial”), a leader in solid-state battery technology, was approved at an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the “Meeting”) of CGCT held on May 27, 2026. CGCT plans to file the results of the Meeting, as tabulated by its inspector of elections, on a Current Report on Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The closing of the Business Combination is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The combined company will be renamed as Factorial Energy Inc. and its shares of Series A common stock and warrants are expected to begin...