Strategic Acquisition of Fastener Distributor Advances Hillman’s Presence in Untapped Industrial Market  Increases Industrial Total Addressable Market to $3 Billion while Diversifying Customer and End-Market Exposure Unique Digital and Operational Platform Primed for Future Growth Opportunities CINCINNATI, Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hillman Solutions Corp. (Nasdaq: HLMN) (the “Company”, “Hillman Group”, or “Hillman”), a leading provider of hardware products and merchandising solutions, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Kanebridge Corporation (“Kanebridge”), a leading master distributor of industrial fasteners for a purchase price of $315 million, subject to customary adjustments for cash, indebtedness, working capital and transaction expenses. Kanebridge supplies...

Global Industrial Technology Platform Delivering Identification, Safety and Productivity Solutions Expanded Addressable Market with Comprehensive Capabilities Across Verticals PSS is expected to contribute approximately $0.80 of incremental Adjusted Diluted Earnings Per Share* within the first year following the close of the transactionMILWAUKEE, Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brady Corporation (NYSE: BRC) (“Brady” or “Company”), a world leader in identification, safety and productivity solutions, today announced that effective August 3, the Company has completed its previously announced transaction with Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON) to acquire Honeywell Technologies’ Productivity Solutions and Services (“PSS”) business. The all-cash, $1.4 billion transaction was funded with cash on hand, a senior unsecured credit facility and private...

HOUSTON, Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Intuitive Machines, Inc. (Nasdaq: LUNR) (“Intuitive Machines”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Company”), a space technology, infrastructure, and services leader, today announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Goonhilly Earth Station Limited (“Goonhilly”) and completed the acquisition of COMSAT LLC, world-class deep space communications providers with major ground station assets in the United Kingdom and the United States.Building on past Goonhilly integration for IM‑1 and IM‑2, the Company intends to leverage its expanded network for upcoming IM‑3 and Altus‑1 missions. The acquisition strengthens Intuitive Machines’ space infrastructure service with a network of ground stations, increasing visibility across major Earth viewing arcs, enhancing contact opportunities...

ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ: CCEC), an international owner of ocean-going vessels (the “Company,” “CCEC,” “we” or “us”), today announced that it has successfully taken delivery of the Liquefied Natural Gas Carrier (“LNG/C”) ‘Alcaios I’ on July 31, 2026. Following its delivery, the LNG/C Alcaios I (HD Hyundai Samho Co., Ltd., 174,000 cubic meters (“CBM”) commenced its previously announced employment under an 18-month index-linked time charter. The acquisition of the LNG/C Alcaios I was funded with cash on hand and $170.0 million in total proceeds raised through the refinancing of two existing sale and leaseback facilities for the LNG/Cs Aristos I and Aristarchos. The vessel was added as additional security...

Strengthens service and supply across key U.S. markets by bringing together a century of technical expertise and trusted customers relationships DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Univar Solutions LLC (“Univar Solutions” or “the Company”), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced it has acquired H.M. Royal, a highly respected 101-year-old specialty distributor of rubber, plastics, and adhesive additives. The addition of H.M. Royal strengthens the Performance Materials business within the Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions division, expanding access to specialized products, technical knowledge, and long-standing customer relationships, particularly on the East and West Coasts, where H.M. Royal has a strong presence. As the organizations...

Strategic brand consolidation creates one vendor for Property and Facility Managers as well as Building Owners and Building Tenants with enhanced expertise and reach PEWAUKEE, Wis., Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bevara Building Services, a leading provider of comprehensive facility solutions across the United States, announced today that Blackfin is now operating under the Bevara brand. This strategic consolidation brings together two exceptional national maintenance engineering businesses to deliver enhanced capabilities to our customers. The integration of Blackfin into Bevara strengthens the company’s ability to deliver world-class service across the commercial, medical and industrial property management sectors. By combining the expertise, resources, and dedicated teams of both organizations, Bevara can now offer an even...

GREENVILLE, S.C., Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — United Community Banks, Inc. (NYSE: UCB) (“United”) completed its merger with Peach State Bancshares, Inc. (“Peach State”) effective August 1, 2026 whereby Peach State merged with and into United with United continuing as the surviving company (the “Merger”). Immediately following the Merger, Peach State’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Peach State Bank & Trust (“Peach State Bank”), was merged with and into United’s wholly-owned bank subsidiary, United Community Bank (“United Community”). Peach State Bank will operate under the United Community brand after all core systems, signage, and branding are converted to those of United Community, which is expected to occur in the first quarter of 2027. Peach State Bank is headquartered in Gainesville, Georgia, a fast-growing city in Hall...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)        Full name of discloser: OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LTD(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.  (c)        Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:         Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree Gooch & Housego plc(d)        If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree:  (e)        Date position held/dealing...

NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SRX Global Inc. (NYSE American: SRXH) (the “Company”, or “SRX”), an AI-enabled platform dedicated to generating long-term shareholder value through investments in high-conviction operating companies and strategic assets, today announced that its portfolio company Smartkem, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMTK), a leader in advanced materials, will merge with Ferrox Critical Minerals, strengthening its critical minerals sourcing. The business combination will be subject to customary closing conditions, including the approval of Smartkem and Ferrox shareholders. SRX previously announced that it acquired 4.99% of Smartkem, Inc. through a shelf take down and purchased convertible preferred securities through a non-brokered private placement. About SRX Global Inc. SRX Global is an AI-driven platform...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)        Full name of discloser: OCTOPUS INVESTMENTS LTD(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.  (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:  (e)        Date position...