Arcadis acquires WSP Infrastructure Engineering GmbH, strengthening its position in the attractive German rail market Amsterdam, 20 March 2025 – Arcadis, a global leader in intelligence-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions, has announced the acquisition of WSP Infrastructure Engineering GmbH, a 160-people strong, German based engineering firm specialized in rail infrastructure, signaling, structural engineering and software development. This acquisition will double Arcadis’ presence in the German rail market, strengthening its position for growth. WSP Infrastructure Engineering GmbH is known for its strong capabilities in German rail design and engineering and holds critical pre-qualifications for framework agreements with Deutsche Bahn. These are complementary to Arcadis’ current activities in the German...

Paratek will accelerate access for XHANCE beyond specialists to primary care providers maximizing the recent label expansion for CRS in a ~10‑million‑patient market Acquisition advances Paratek’s vision to become a multi-product company focused on innovative specialty therapies Total transaction value of up to ~$330 million Potential consideration of up to $14 per share, including upfront consideration of $9 per share, representing a 50% premium to Optinose’s closing trading price on March 19, 2025BOSTON and YARDLEY, Pa., March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paratek Pharmaceuticals and Optinose, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPTN) today announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Paratek will acquire Optinose, including its approved product XHANCE® (fluticasone propionate). The transaction value is up to $330 million,...

GAITHERSBURG, Md., March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (NYSE:EBS) today announced that it has completed the sale of its Baltimore-Bayview drug substance manufacturing facility to Syngene International. Emergent received approximately $36.5 million at closing, which is subject to customary post-closing adjustments. Pursuant to the sale, Syngene acquired the assets and equipment associated with the Baltimore-Bayview facility. In addition, Emergent retains the rights to secure manufacturing services and capacity at the facility for future growth and pandemic response production in collaboration with Syngene. “This deal enables us to streamline operations, while maintaining flexibility for future product demand.” said Joe Papa, president and CEO of Emergent. “As we continue our multi-year transformation, we...

AUSTIN, Texas, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EZCORP, Inc. (NASDAQ: EZPW) (the “Company”), a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States and Latin America, announced today that it has terminated its definitive agreement with Presta Dinero, S.A. de C.V. for the purchase of 53 stores in Mexico, which was entered into on September 10, 2024. Lachie Given, EZCORP Chief Executive Officer, stated, “While the termination of the present transaction is unfortunate, we remain excited about our expansion opportunities in Mexico. We currently operate over 560 stores across Mexico and continue to grow our footprint through opening de novo stores, while maintaining our disciplined pursuit of opportunistic acquisitions.” ABOUT EZCORP Formed in 1989, EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn transactions in the United States and...

Aix-en-Provence, 19 March 2025 (7 p.m.) HIGHCO SIGNS AN AGREEMENT TO SELL ITS SUBSIDIARY HIGH CONNEXION HighCo announces that it has entered into an agreement, subject to conditions precedent, to sell its subsidiary High Connexion, in which it holds a 51% stake and which is jointly owned with Bruno Laurent – Chairman and founder of High Connexion, who owns 49% of the company – to a group of investors including Albarest Partners and Guillaume Guttin. This sale covers the entire 51% stake in High Connexion SAS, leader in mobile marketing and payment solutions, located in Oullins, near Lyon.  The deal is in line with the Group’s strategy to ramp up the development of its core business, which is structured into its two key divisions: Activation and Consulting & In-store media selling. In 2025, HighCo Group intends to push forward with...

IP is Key Component for International Operations FORT WORTH, Texas, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lottery.com Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRY, LTRYW) (“Lottery.com” or the “Company”), a leading technology company in digital lottery and sports entertainment, has completed the acquisition of Spektrum Ltd from PlusEvo Ltd through a signed Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) on March 13, 2025. This acquisition, valued at $1.5 million in common stock at $3 per share, supports Lottery.com’s strategic expansion and the development of Lottery.com International. The acquisition provides the Company with a compliant platform to support lottery, sweepstakes and social gaming operations in dozens of international jurisdictions. Matthew McGahan, Chairman and CEO of Lottery.com, commented: “I am delighted about this acquisition. Lottery.com is on track...

HOUSTON, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sierra Financial Holdings, LLC today announced that it received final regulatory approval from the Texas Department of Insurance to acquire Preferred Security Life Insurance Company, a Texas-Domiciled Life Insurance carrier. Closing is expected to occur on April 1, 2025. Dennis Haley, President of Preferred Security Life Insurance Company, stated “The addition of a life insurance option to Sierra’s wide array of mortgage loan products significantly expands its portfolio of financial services and provides Preferred Security Life with ready access to the growing Latino market while simultaneously offering customers a means to provide financial protection and security for their family.” About Sierra Financial Holdings, LLC – Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Sierra Financial Holdings,...

Precision health leader adds Coriell’s pharmacogenomics capabilities to expand the application of genomics and increase patient access to more personalized and effective health care ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — InformedDNA®, a precision health company revolutionizing the application of genomic insights, today announced the acquisition of Coriell Life Sciences, a provider of pharmacogenomic services and clinical decision support. The addition of Coriell Life Science’s services to InformedDNA’s genetic test interpretation and counseling capabilities dramatically expands patient, provider and payor access to a broader range of genetic insights and enables more personalized, data-driven treatment and medication decisions for better outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. Philadelphia-based Coriell Life Sciences...

Project by MVP Granite Countertops featuring a vertical application of marbleConstruction Resources Company, LLC has completed the acquisition of MVP Granite Countertops. MVP Granite Countertops is a Charleston-based business specializing in the fabrication and installation of all stone products for homeowners, professional builders, interior designers, and remodelers. Photo Credit: MVP Granite Countertops @mvp_granite_countertopsAtlanta, Georgia, USA, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Construction Resources Company, LLC has completed the acquisition of MVP Granite Countertops which provides surfaces and countertop fabrication & installation services for professional builders, interior designers, and remodelers in the greater Charleston, SC area. Jamey Nelson, President of MVP Granite Countertops, and his leadership...

LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HALO Dream Inc. (“HALO” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Transom Capital Group (“Transom”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Baby Merlin, an iconic designer and manufacturer of baby sleepwear products known for its patented “Magic Sleepsuit,” a category-leading swaddle product used for sleep transitioning that is both trusted by parents and beloved by babies. This acquisition is HALO’s second in the last 12 months, following its May 2024 acquisition of BreathableBaby, demonstrating the Company’s commitment to growing its family of best-in-class infant accessories and apparel. “The Magic Sleepsuit and Baby Merlin are synonymous with better, longer, safer sleep for babies and parents,” said Walter Lehneis, CEO at HALO. “We are thrilled to welcome Baby Merlin...