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Two Regional DB Schenker Distribution Centers Earn their FSSC 22000 Certification

DB Schenker

Two DB Schenker Canada regional DCs have earned their FSSC 22000 certification, a comprehensive certification program that covers food safety management requirements for food manufacturers, packaging material manufacturers and food processors. In response to one long-time customer’s request for help meeting its own FSSC 22000 requirements, DB Schenker sprang into action and got both DCs certified quickly. DB Schenker operates two regional distribution centers (DCs) for that global food and candy manufacturer. The global logistics provider also handles all distribution and importing for the manufacturer in Canada. “Instead of waiting for the certification to be mandated, we decided to tackle it proactively and get our two regional DCs certified,” said Nina Arkhipova, a quality assurance manager at DB Schenker. “There was really no point in waiting, so we just got out ahead of the mandate and did it on our own.” A food safety management system certification scheme developed by the Foundation for Food Safety Certification, FSSC 22000 is required by many food retailers and manufacturers because it demonstrates that a company has a robust food safety management system in place. The certification also incorporates additional requirements for programs like Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP). DB Schenker’s newly-certified facilities include two regional distribution centers with 900,000 square feet of space and 200 employees. The 24/7 operation ships roughly 100,000 cases per day to 700 ship-to locations from coast to coast plus the US, Australia, New Zealand and Japan inbound globally, including raw materials and packaging materials from producers to the plants. Fara Ali, a DB Schenker quality assurance manager, said the path to FSSC 22000 certification began when the global logistic provider decided to develop an even more robust, quality system that was geared specifically towards food safety. The reasoning was simple: large grocers and retailers that the logistics provider serves were likely to make the certification standard for all of their suppliers. Looking ahead, DB Schenker plans to expand the FSSC 22000 certification into a new regional DC to support future growth. It also plans to maintain and improve upon its food safety and quality program, and views the FSSC 22000 certification as an asset for securing future business opportunities. About DB Schenker Americas DB Schenker is one of the largest Integrated Logistics Service Providers in the Americas with more than 10,000 employees in 123 locations providing over 27 million sq. ft. of distribution operations to its clients. DB Schenker’s Americas presence includes Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, United States and Venezuela. DB Schenker offers land transport and air and ocean freight, as well as comprehensive logistics solutions and global supply chain management services from a single source. With integrated partners across the Americas, DB Schenker provides the best combination of intimate local practices knowledge and global capabilities. www.DBSchenker.com Contact Details Nicholas Leighton +1 949-478-5880 nick.leighton@nettresultsLLC.com Company Website https://www.dbschenker.com

May 24, 2023 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ToolsGroup and illycaffè to Present at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium, June 5-7, in Barcelona

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup announced today that we are exhibiting at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo 2023 in Barcelona, Spain, June 5-7. The ToolsGroup team gained compelling insights from the Gartner Symposium in Florida earlier this month and is excited to keep this momentum going in Europe. We’re also pleased to announce that one of ToolsGroup’s valued customers, illycaffè, has been selected to present on June 7 (Session SPS34, Room 111 Level P1). The presentation will provide an in-depth view of how the company’s adoption of ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+) enables the Italian coffee company to embrace a more holistic planning approach. “illycaffè’s success is a testament to the company’s focus on sustainable practices and to the significant benefits of the probabilistic forecasting method,” said ToolsGroup CMO, Kevin Young. “This AI-driven capability gives companies an in-depth understanding of demand. It allows them to match inventory to customer needs, enhancing the consumer experience while avoiding detrimental excesses. We’re excited to see our partnership with illycaffè continue to flourish and drive profitable, customer-centric business practices.” illycaffè was experiencing steady organic growth, serving customers in 140 countries worldwide and managing a broad product portfolio amid significant disruption. Thanks to ToolsGroup’s AI-powered probabilistic forecasting engine, the company improved and accelerated its forecasting and planning processes. With SO99+, illycaffè has the speed, data insights, and maneuverability to plan and manage inventory sustainably while supporting business growth and satisfying customers. The company’s long-time partnership with ToolsGroup helped it deliver a superior consumer experience, even in the midst of the pandemic, and continues to sustain its high standards for customer satisfaction and efficient inventory management across its network. Interested in learning more about ToolsGroup’s solutions? Book a meeting here and stop by booth #113. About Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™ Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo conference delivers must-have insights, strategies and frameworks for chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) and supply chain leaders to think big and drive real impact within their organizations. Join a global community of CSCOs and supply chain executives in 2023. For more information visit: https://www.gartner.com/en/conferences/emea/supply-chain-spain About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details MKPR Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com ToolsGroup Mark Gallant +1 978-808-0123 mgallant@toolsgroup.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

May 23, 2023 09:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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NAFA Announces First-Ever Fleet Safety Symposium

NAFA Fleet Management Association

NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, announces its first-ever Fleet Safety Symposium taking place June 22-23 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Spanning two days, the event will focus on the most critical aspects of fleet safety programs, including technology, policies, driver training, emerging legislation, and trends. Ensuring a safe work environment for employees is vital, and the need for effective fleet safety programs could not be more urgent. NAFA’s Fleet Safety Symposium offers attendees critical insights from expert speakers and fleet management professionals. “We are thrilled to present our first-ever Fleet Safety Symposium to the fleet community,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “Safety is a top priority for fleet managers, and this event will be an excellent opportunity for professionals to learn from each other and stay current on the latest trends and best practices for effective fleet safety programs.” A line-up of seasoned industry leaders will present sessions covering "Real Life Examples from Fleet Professionals," "Legal Policies to Protect Your Fleet," "Cannabis Legalization and the Impact on Your Fleet," "NETS Benchmarking Safety Report," and more interactive discussions with industry experts. View the Fleet Safety Symposium 2023 program and register today. More information on the speakers and sessions will be available soon. NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes; and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year. For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Contact Details Keaveny Hewitt +1 919-622-5276 cgallagher@onwrdupwrd.com Company Website https://www.nafa.org/

May 18, 2023 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Surge Battery Metals: Fully Funded With Promising Metal-Rich Projects, This Mining Company Looks To The Future

Surge Battery Metals

Greg Reimer, President and CEO of Surge Battery Metals (OTCPINK: NILIF) (TSX.V: NILI) (FRA: DJ5), was recently a guest on Benzinga’s All Access. Surge Battery Metals is an early exploration mining company with three lithium projects in Nevada and one metal project in British Columbia. The company is committed to being a key component in the push toward a sustainable future through enabling the electrification of the automobile market. The company has had some exciting news of late, including some additions to the leadership team. The company is also fully funded through the near future after a recent few private placements. The company continues to see strong results from its sites, especially its flagship Nevada project. Watch the full interview here: Surge Battery Metals Inc. is a Canadian based exploration company focused on locating and developing high value deposits of clean energy battery metals that are vital to the rapidly growing electric vehicle (EV) market. This post contains sponsored advertising content. This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice. Contact Details Investor Relations info@surgebatterymetals.com Company Website https://surgebatterymetals.com

May 18, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Hybridan analyst says EU regulations will help drive EV circular economy in the UK

Hybridan LLP

Hybridan LLP associate director of research Emily Liu takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through the drivers for the electric vehicle (EV) circular economy. For the UK's car manufacturing industry, Liu said meeting EU requirements for free trade regulations necessitates a robust supply chain that includes mining, battery materials, and car manufacturers. The financial benefits lie in opportunities for mining exploration and development, battery material innovation, and urban mining recycling plants, presenting exciting prospects for investors, she added. Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

May 17, 2023 03:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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More Than Just a Room: How Airbnb Can Help You Travel Like a Local -- on a Budget

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Want to travel like a local, but on a budget? Airbnb is a great option for those looking to experience a destination authentically without breaking the bank. Recently, Airbnb Superhosts, Rhonda Voo and Eric Alan conducted a satellite media tour to talk about their experience being Airbnb hosts and how it helped them connect with people and have authentic experiences. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/6OnoHquTFMg In the current economic environment, people want to travel affordably. And after years of being isolated during the pandemic, they're looking for ways to connect with people and have authentic experiences. With the pandemic finally over, this summer is anticipated to be the biggest travel season of all time. Airbnb is expecting a record 300 million people to travel and host on Airbnb this year. To prepare, Airbnb is making the most extensive set of improvements to the platform ever, starting with the introduction of Airbnb Rooms, an all-new take on the original Airbnb. They’re also launching over 50 new features and upgrades that address top feedback from our guests and Hosts across the end-to-end Airbnb experience. Introducing Airbnb Rooms Airbnb began as a way to stay in a room in someone else’s home. This original idea of sharing a home offers two unique benefits. First, it’s more affordable for guests. More than 80% of private rooms are under $100/night, with an average rate of $67/night. Second, staying with a Host is a great way to meet someone new and experience the city like a local. In the current economic environment, people want to travel affordably. And after years of being isolated during the pandemic, they're looking for ways to connect with people and have authentic experiences. Now is the perfect time to stay in a room in someone else’s home. But for even more people to try it, they have to feel comfortable staying with a Host. Airbnb Rooms, an all-new take on the original Airbnb. Guests have told us that they want to know more about who they're staying with. Every Airbnb Room features a Host Passport, which helps guests get to know their Host before booking their stay. Airbnb has also created a Rooms category with over 1 million listings, redesigned filters and added new privacy features. 50+ new features and upgrades based on Hosts and Guests feedback: In preparation for an anticipated record-setting travel season, Airbnb is improving nearly every aspect of their service, here are some of the upgrades: Host Passport - Exclusive to Airbnb Rooms, the Host Passport helps you get to know your Host before booking your stay. Simply tap the Host Passport to view a larger photo and details Hosts have shared about themselves, including where they went to school, what they do for work, a fun fact about themselves, the amount of social interaction during the stay, and much more. Airbnb Rooms category - Airbnb Rooms are easy to discover, with a new category featuring a curated set of 1 million private bedrooms. Each listing includes access to shared spaces, such as the kitchen, living room, and backyard. Redesigned filters - Redesigned the “type of place” filter to make it easy to switch between Airbnb Rooms, entire homes, or all types of places. It’s simple to view the average price for each type of place with an enhanced price filter that updates based on your choice. New privacy features - Privacy is important. All Airbnb Rooms will clearly indicate if the bedroom door has a lock. The listing page also shows whether the bathrooms are shared or private, and whether people other than the Host will be in the home during your stay. To improve our service, Airbnb took a design-driven approach. They started by storyboarding the guest and Host journey - from sign up to checking out and created a blueprint of the experience - every screen, every policy, and every interaction with customer support mapped out. Then, analyzed millions of customer service tickets and mapped them across the journey. They also reviewed thousands of social media posts and spoke with hundreds of thousands of guests and Hosts about how to improve Airbnb. To find out more about the Airbnb 2023 Summer Release and how to become a host, visit Airbnb. About Rhonda and Erica Rhonda Voo and Eric Alan are superhosts of a private room in their stunning home in LA. Rhonda and Eric are both creatives at heart, pursuing careers in art and advertising – over the years they transformed their modest home into what is now an architecturally significant landmark in LA. After raising their three daughters, they noticed there was plenty of extra room around the house and decided to open their home to guests on Airbnb. Their experience continues to be rewarding — both financially and personally, making meaningful connections with visitors from around the globe. About Airbnb Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home and has since grown to 4 million Hosts who have welcomed more than 1 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer one-of-a-kind stays and unique Experiences that make it possible for guests to experience the world in a more authentic, connected way. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

May 16, 2023 03:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Ilika PLC takes hold of revolutionary power

Ilika PLC

Graeme Purdy, the CEO of Ilika PLC (AIM:IKA) (OTCQX:ILIKF), discussed the company's first customer shipments of the stacked Stereax M300: a solid-state miniature battery without liquid electrolyte. The battery's unique characteristics make it ideal for use in miniature medical devices and within the Internet of Things (IoT) framework. It can be used in applications such as condition monitoring, sensing, infrastructure, industrial manufacturing, and healthcare wearables. Ilika has planned deliveries to several customers, including Cube Works and Lyra Health. The company is also focusing on establishing a US supply chain to cater to its American customers. Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

May 16, 2023 03:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Transforming Plastic Waste Management: The Impact of SMX’s Track and Trace System

Security Matters PLC

Plastic waste has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental issues of the 21st century, posing significant threats to ecosystems and life on Earth. Each year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans, landfills, and even in remote parts of the world, causing devastating impacts on wildlife, marine life, and the overall health of our planet. These synthetic materials, designed for durability and longevity, can take hundreds of years to decompose, thereby persisting in the environment for extended periods. Microplastics, tiny fragments resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic items, have infiltrated even the most remote corners of the globe and are increasingly found in the food chain. Moreover, the production and disposal of plastics contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, further exacerbating climate change. Addressing the plastic waste crisis requires innovative solutions that not only enhance recycling efficiency but also promote a circular and sustainable economy. SMX’s Innovative Technologies Stands Ready To Help Improve The Pressing Plastic Waste Issue SMX (NASDAQ: SMX), is an innovative circular economy company, set to revolutionize the plastics industry with its cutting-edge track and trace technology. This organization is dedicated to digitizing physical objects on the blockchain, a strategy aimed at promoting a circular and closed-loop economy. Their patented technology utilizes an indelible chemical-based biomarker to "mark" any object—solid, liquid, or gas. This unique barcode can be deciphered using the company's proprietary 'reader,' which pulls up the corresponding stored data, safeguarded by the immutable nature of blockchain technology. In April 2022, the company made headlines in the recycling world after successfully concluding commercial readiness trials for their pioneering plastic tracking system. At the heart of this innovation is an industrial-grade identification, authentication, and sorting conveyor belt designed specifically for the plastics sector. As they anticipate the commercial deployment of this revolutionary technology, SMX is actively engaged in promising discussions with various strategic partners, promising a new era for plastic recycling. SMX Technology Can Track and Trace Plastic Throughout Its Lifecycle, Helping the Environment & The Plastics Industry SMX’s innovative technology stands to greatly benefit the plastics industry by reducing waste and increasing recycling, ultimately bolstering environmental sustainability while also enhancing the industry's efficiency. Their patented marking technology, which assigns a unique chemical-based biomarker to objects, enables an unprecedented level of tracking and tracing throughout the lifecycle of plastic products. This paves the way for more effective sorting and recycling, since stakeholders can now precisely identify the type of plastic, the manufacturer, the percentage of recycled content, and even the number of times it has been recycled. The revolutionary conveyor belt detector, an integral component of their comprehensive solution, provides reliable data readings at every stage of the supply chain. This allows stakeholders to seamlessly transfer ownership of materials and products, record essential data, and attach critical documents via the intuitive interface. This game-changing innovation provides unparalleled transparency, enabling users to effortlessly track and trace plastic packaging throughout every stage of the value chain, from sorting to mechanical recycling. Such heightened transparency and traceability facilitates the creation of a digital twin of the product, thus illuminating every stage of its value chain. This can drastically improve the sorting capabilities of recycling and waste management facilities, and subsequently increase the percentage of plastic that is effectively recycled. By doing so, SMX’s technology aids in driving a more sustainable future for plastics, promoting a circular and closed-loop economy that mitigates plastic waste and its associated environmental impact. Moreover, this cutting-edge system has the potential to unlock the ability to reclaim and reuse all types of plastic content, bridging the gap for plastic circularity. By offering a solution that can be customized to individual requirements, such as detecting specific "marked" polymers among other waste, SMX is well-positioned to revolutionize plastic waste management and recycling. The versatility of SMX’s technology extends its applications across a broad range of industries from automotive to electronics, fashion and food. The chemical-based marker is applicable to solids, liquids, and gases, while the conveyor belt system can be tailored to specific needs, such as reading various types of packaging, detecting marked polymers among other waste, and modifying the dimensions and speed of the conveyor belt. As global concerns about plastic waste and sustainability persist, SMX’s innovative track and trace technology offers a promising solution to increase recycling efficiency and foster a circular and closed-loop economy in the plastics industry. Disclaimer: Spotlight Growth is compensated, either directly or via a third party, to provide investor relations services for its clients. 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May 10, 2023 01:20 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Livento Group (NUGN) Logistics Holding Development Update

Livento Group

NuGene International, Inc./ Livento Group, Inc. (OTC: NUGN), is a dynamic group that specializes in acquiring and developing companies with disruptive business models. Livento is proud to announce the start of Global Dot Logistics (GDL). Specializing in the logistics sector, GDL will operate primarily as a holding company for multiple logistics subsidiaries across USA and Europe, with Livento holding an 15% ownership stake in the company. Livento Group’s management works actively with GDL, and its management contract will bring further revenues to the company. As part of its growth plan, Livento announces the official renaming of its logistics subsidiary from “Eurodot” to “Global Dot Logistics.” GDL's objective is to expand through acquisitions, utilizing the holding company to manage and operate its subsidiary companies. GDL plans to scale up rapidly and create a global logistics network across the USA and EU. GDL is excited to confirm the completion of an acquisition of a target company in Prague established in 2009, which has grown organically over the years, adding multiple transportation methods including road, air, sea, and rail, as well as storage services. With a turnover of $16m in 2022 and an extensive client base of globally recognized companies, the acquisition is a significant milestone for GDL. Livento Group’s management actively supports GDL's vision and growth plans. GDL's management team is currently in discussions for a second acquisition, with due diligence already underway for a company based in Nevada, USA. The company currently operates in the trucking sector and provides managed warehouse services. Global Dot Logistics has set an ambitious target turnover of over $55m within the next 12 months, which will be achieved through acquisitions. The companies within the GDL group will benefit from its internal distribution network across the USA and Europe, which will facilitate seamless operations. Global Dot Logistics has obtained Reg A certification from the SEC and completed the registration process for Reg D. GDL plans to raise $5 million initially via Reg A and subsequently pursue additional acquisitions through Reg A/D offerings. Livento Group's establishment of Global Dot Logistics marks another significant step in the group's growth strategy. The subsidiary's focus on acquisitions and its vision for a global logistics network, supported by Livento group, positions Global Dot Logistics to become a dominant player in the logistics sector. About Livento Group, Inc. Livento Group ( OTC: NUGN ) is focused on acquiring and developing companies with disruptive business models. The company recently launched BOXO Productions, a film and television production subsidiary led by a top actor and producers in the industry. For more information, visit www.liventogroup.com and www.boxoproductions.com. Safe Harbor Statement: This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these statements as predictions, projections, or references future events and expectations, possibilities or similar. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. Although the Company believes the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, the Company is unable to give any assurance that its expectations will be attained due to several variable factors. Factors or events that could cause actual results to differ may emerge, and it is impossible for the Company to predict all of them. Some of these risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, general economic and business conditions, effects of continued geopolitical unrest and regional conflicts, in customer order patterns, changes in consumer trends, and various other factors beyond the Company's control. Although the Company intends to provide public updates, it undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by law. Contact: David Stybr, CEO Livento Group, Inc. contact@liventogroup.com Livento Group | LinkedIn | Twitter Boxo Productions | LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Global Dot Logistics | LinkedIn | Twitter Contact Details Livento Group, Inc. contact@liventogroup.com

May 10, 2023 09:18 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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