SAN DIEGO, Nov 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the world leader in uncrewed aircraft systems, is excited to participate in the upcoming 25th anniversary of the International Fighter Conference as the event's only Four-Star Lead Partner, reflecting the company's global commitment to the future of autonomous fighter jets.GA-ASI's growing production fleet of unmanned combat jets - including the MQ-20 Avenger®, XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station, and YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft - is defining the global future of autonomous and semi-autonomous combat jets, leading the way in autonomy development, manned-unmanned teaming, and affordable, rapid delivery at scale. The company's vision for its Gambit Series of modular, scalable, uncrewed fighters paves the way for U.S. forces, allies and partners to quickly evolve global air forces for the future fight.Publicly promising to build and fly a production-representative uncrewed jet fighter for the U.S. Air Force by summer 2025, GA-ASI launched its YFQ-42A CCA in August, pioneering a new era for fighter jets. Flight operations continue today across the growing fleet, cementing GA-ASI's continued dominance in UAS development and delivery while meeting anticipated timelines and remaining true to its word."The YFQ-42A is a revolutionary aircraft, and the fleet is in production and in the air today," said David R. Alexander, president of GA-ASI. "This isn't a ‘wait and see' moment. We're flying. We're delivering. And we're advancing this future of combat aviation, the same way we have for more than three decades."Since 1992, GA-ASI has delivered more than 1,300 combat aircraft to U.S. forces and international partners, surpassing more than 9 million total flight hours in 2025. The company's Predator®, Reaper®, Gray Eagle®, SkyGuardian® and SeaGuardian® aircraft continue to set the standard for medium-altitude, long-endurance UAS performance.The company's MQ-20 Avenger, an internally funded uncrewed combat jet that achieved first flight in 2009, continues to serve as a test bed for advanced autonomy integration and demonstration, incorporating and flying the latest cutting-edge software from U.S. government sources, leading industry suppliers and GA-ASI's own autonomy software development teams, often at company expense.For International Fighter Conference, Nov. 4-6 in Rome, GA-ASI plans to offer attendees a chance to see the future for themselves, with a full-scale model display of the YFQ-42A CCA co-located inside the show venue and other announcements. For more information on IFC 2025, visit https://www.defenceiq.com/events-internationalfighter.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world's foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.Contact InformationGA-ASI Media Relationsasi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com(858) 524-8101SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.Related Images Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
LOS ANGELES, CA, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Pacific Avenue Capital Partners ("Pacific Avenue"), a leading global private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex situations in the middle market, today announced it has completed the acquisition of FLSmidth Cement A/S ("FLSmidth Cement" or "Company"), from FLSmidth & Co. A/S (CPH:FLS) ("FLSmidth"). With the completion of the transaction, FLSmidth Cement will operate under the new name Fuller Technologies ("Fuller"), marking the beginning of its next chapter as an independent, technology-driven leader serving the global cement sector. Fuller is a leading solutions provider for the cement production industry focused on providing aftermarket parts and services to as well as new and replacement equipment for cement plants around the globe. The Company has manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, and Asia, and its global installed base spans over 1,400 of the world's approximate 2,700 cement plants.With more than 140 years of experience, Fuller delivers comprehensive solutions that cover the entire cement production process, from plant entry to final output. The company provides customers with a broad range of equipment and software designed for both conventional and sustainable cement production, including crushers, mills, kilns, feeders, loading systems, pneumatic conveyors, and automation controls. Beyond production, Fuller also supports its long-standing clients with an extensive portfolio of aftermarket parts and services, ensuring full lifecycle coverage for its equipment.With Pacific Avenue's support, Fuller will focus on reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner to its customers by deepening relationships and aligning more closely with their evolving needs. The Company is positioned to execute a broad set of strategic growth initiatives across its capital equipment and service delivery offerings, serving both cement production and complementary industries. By leveraging its technical expertise, innovative products, and services, Fuller will continue to drive value creation and sustainable expansion for its customers across the globe."We are proud to welcome Fuller Technologies into our portfolio. This transaction highlights Pacific Avenue's expertise in executing complex, cross-border carve-outs and supporting global businesses in achieving sustainable, long-term growth. We take pride in being the go-to solution provider for sellers seeking a seamless transition and a strong foundation for their businesses to thrive as independent companies. Under the Fuller name, the team is well-positioned to build on its rich legacy, expand its global reach, and continue delivering the innovative, mission-critical solutions that cement producers around the world rely on."-Chris Sznewajs, Founder and Managing Partner of Pacific AvenueIn addition, Pacific Avenue announced Dennis Cassidy as the new CEO of the Company, effective immediately. With a career spanning more than three decades, Mr. Cassidy is a proven industrial executive with a track record of transforming complex, global businesses through disciplined growth, operational efficiency, and large-scale transformation initiatives."This is an exciting moment for our company. As Fuller Technologies, we are embracing our legacy while charting a bold path forward as an independent leader in cement production solutions. In partnership with Pacific Avenue, we are energized to deepen our customer relationships, accelerate innovation, and expand our solution offerings. Our commitment to delivering high-performance, sustainable technologies remains unwavering, and we look forward to shaping the future of the industry together with our customers."-Dennis Cassidy, CEO of Fuller TechnologiesJ.P. Morgan served as the buy-side M&A advisor, McDermott Will & Schulte served as the buy-side legal advisor, J.P. Morgan and Citi provided acquisition financing, and KPMG provided buy-side accounting and tax services.About Pacific Avenue Capital PartnersPacific Avenue Capital Partners is a global private equity firm, headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Paris, France. The Firm is focused on corporate divestitures and other complex situations in the middle market. Pacific Avenue has extensive M&A and operations experience, allowing the Firm to navigate complex transactions and unlock value through operational improvement, capital investment, and accelerated growth. Pacific Avenue takes a collaborative approach in partnering with strong management teams to drive lasting and strategic change while assisting businesses in reaching their full potential. Pacific Avenue has approximately $3.8 billion of Assets Under Management (AUM) as of August 31, 2025 (based on Q2 2025 valuations presented pro forma for the Fund II and sidecar closings). The members of the Pacific Avenue team have closed over 120 transactions, including over 50 corporate divestitures, across a multitude of industries throughout their combined careers. For more information, please visit www.pacificavenuecapital.com.About FLSmidthFLSmidth is a full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining industry. The company enables its customers to improve performance, lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact. MissionZero is its sustainability ambition towards zero emissions in mining by 2030. FLSmidth works within fully validated Science-Based Targets, have a clear commitment to improving the sustainability performance of the global mining industry and aim to become carbon neutral in its own operations by 2030. Visit www.fls.com.Contact InformationChris BaddonPrincipalcbaddon@pacificavenuecapital.comSOURCE: Pacific Avenue Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
The $14.1 million project, announced at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers' Meeting, unites Canadian, Ukrainian, and American partners to produce ultra-high-purity graphite for global battery, defence, and advanced-material markets.Ottawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 3, 2025) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and innovator of next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan") under the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI") for conditional approval of a non-repayable contribution of up to $14,062,500 pending final due diligence. The funding will support Focus Graphite's project, "Transformation of Canadian Flake Graphite into Ultra-High Purity Battery & Advanced Materials Using Electrothermal Fluidized Bed Technology" (the "Project"). The Project unites Canadians, Ukrainian, and American partners to produce ultra-high purity graphite for global battery, aerospace, defence, and advanced material markets.Highlights:Up to $14.1 Million Non-Repayable Federal Contribution Funding: Announced by the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, at the G7 Energy and Environment Minister's Meeting in Toronto under NRCan's Global Partnerships Initiative (GPI), to support the establishment of Canada's first commercial, scalable electrothermal fluidized bed purification demonstration facility, advancing domestic critical mineral processing capacity and creating skilled Canadian jobs.Environmentally Friendly Technology: This continuous process produces ultra-high purity graphite with zero liquid waste, lower emissions, and an ESG-aligned pathway to supply advanced battery, defence, aerospace, and clean technology markets.International Collaboration: Engineering led by Ukraine's Thermal & Material Engineering Center, using Canadian graphite feedstock and U.S.-based American Energy Technologies Company's expertise in electrothermal purification, with final assembly in Canada.BEACONS Battery Prototyping Partnership: Focus has partnered with the University of Texas at Dallas, representing the BEACONS Battery Prototyping Facility, a U.S. Department of War-supported research and development center dedicated to strengthening North American energy and materials security.Path to Commercialization: This initiative establishes the foundation for large-scale production of Quebec-sourced graphite from Lac Knife and Tetepisca, supporting Canada's goal of secure, allied, and sustainable critical-mineral supply chains.This represents the largest federal award in the Company's history, supporting the development of Canada's first chemical-free continual fluidized electrothermal purification demonstration facility for natural flake graphite. The Project will use Quebec-sourced feedstock from Focus's Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca deposits, two of North America's highest-grade natural graphite resources, to produce ultra-high-purity (>99.95% C) graphite, suitable for battery, aerospace, defence, nuclear and a host of advanced-material applications, including graphene. The Company may access the contribution funding up until March 2028.The continuous electrothermal fluidized bed technology initiative will be carried out through collaboration with Ukraine's Thermal & Material Engineering Center ("TMEC"). TMEC will lead full project management for the demonstration unit, overseeing engineering design, construction, fabrication, system integration, and training. The company brings extensive experience in the design, engineering, and management of advanced high-temperature reactor systems and continuous fluidized bed technology development. American Energy Technologies Company ("AETC"), a recognized specialist in carbon materials, electrothermal purification, and fluidized bed furnace technologies, will continue providing processing and thermal purification services to support near-term customer sampling and product qualification.Over the past several years, the Company has invested substantial time and capital to de-risk the purification pathway, working with U.S.-based AETC to validate the process on Lac Knife graphite feedstock. Detailed characterization confirmed that impurities in Focus's natural flake graphite occur predominantly along the flake boundaries rather than within the crystalline lattice, a feature that makes the material particularly responsive to high-temperature electrothermal purification. Using AETC's proprietary electrothermal fluidized-bed furnace, Focus successfully achieved over 99.999%+ C (five-nine purity or nuclear grade) without any chemical reagents. These results validated the scalability and environmental integrity of the process, laying the foundation for today's GPI-funded demonstration facility and its potential extension into rare earth element (REE) purification applications. As construction of the Canadian demonstration facility proceeds, Focus expects to continue working closely with AETC to purify additional material through its commercial-scale furnace, supporting near-term customer sampling, product qualification, and market off-take engagement. This parallel commercialization strategy ensures uninterrupted material availability while advancing the Company toward domestic electrothermal processing capacity.This initiative will also strengthen several ongoing partnerships, including Focus Graphite's upcoming work with the University of Texas at Dallas's BEACONS ("BEACONS") Battery Prototyping Facility, a U.S. DoW-supported research and development center dedicated to strengthening North American energy and materials security battery prototyping facility, which will accelerate the development, validation, and commercialization of this green purification technology. BEACONS will independently evaluate and qualify Focus's purified graphite and siliconized anode materials for defence and dual-use battery applications.Collectively, these collaborations represent the first of several anticipated global partnerships, combining Ukrainian engineering innovation, Canadian critical-mineral resources, and U.S. defence-focused validation, as Focus Graphite advances its strategy to ship purified material worldwide for testing, validation, and qualification across commercial, aerospace, and defence markets."We are grateful to NRCan for its support and vision in assisting Focus Graphite and companies like ours in achieving our shared goal of securing North American supply chains for Canada and its G7 partners," said Dean Hanisch, CEO of Focus Graphite. "This project represents Canada's first commercial, scalable, continuous electrothermal fluidized bed purification system, powered entirely by renewable hydroelectricity and operating without the use of chemicals. NRCan's financial support is instrumental in advancing this breakthrough initiative, helping to accelerate domestic processing capacity and strengthen Canada's position in the global critical minerals sector. It marks a significant step toward building a sustainable ecosystem that supports advanced battery, defence, aerospace, and clean technology applications.""Research and development are at the heart of building resilient and sustainable critical mineral supply chains. Through the G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan, we are collaborating with trusted international partners to advance innovative projects - like the work led by Focus Graphite - that reduce environmental impacts, maximize production and strengthen Canada and our allies' competitive edge," said the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources."Research and development are the driving forces behind Canada's leadership in critical minerals. Through strategic collaboration with international partners and innovative companies like Focus Graphite, we are accelerating breakthroughs across the supply chain - from exploration to processing - ensuring our solutions are sustainable, competitive and globally impactful," added Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.Engineering Partnership with TMEC: Building Canada's First Electrothermal Purification SystemFocus has entered into a formal Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC ("TMEС") on October 6, 2025, to engineer, project manage and deliver the installation of a demonstration-scale electrothermal fluidized bed ("EFB") furnace capable of continuous purification of natural graphite at industrial temperatures exceeding 2,500 °C.Under the MOU:TMEC will design and engineer the complete EFB system, including process flowcharts, power and gas management, automation, and control integration.The furnace and all components will be fabricated and constructed locally in Canada under TMEC's technical supervision, allowing Focus Graphite to build domestic expertise, ensure secure project delivery, and support local economic development.The system will be designed for 100 kg/hour capacity, providing the foundation for a scalable commercial demonstration facility in Baie-Comeau or Sept-Îles, Quebec.Focus Graphite will retain full operational ownership, including unrestricted commercial use of the system and all purified graphite output.TMEC will provide operational training, documentation, and process integration know-how, ensuring effective technology transfer to Focus Graphite and contributing to the development of long-term technical expertise and manufacturing capability within Canada."Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC is proud to collaborate with Focus Graphite Inc. and deeply appreciates the support of the Government of Canada in fostering strong partnerships between Ukraine and Canada. This cooperation not only strengthens our industrial and technological ties but also contributes to supporting Ukraine's economy during a pivotal time. We are excited to work alongside Focus Graphite to bring this innovative and environmentally friendly graphite purification technology to Canada. This project advances chemical-free processing of critical minerals and supports Canada's goals of building secure, sustainable, and resilient North American supply chains", said Simon Hubynskyi, CEO.BEACONS Collaboration: North American Validation for Advanced Battery and Defence ApplicationsIn parallel to its engineering partnership with TMEC, Focus has entered a non-binding Letter of Intent ("LOI") on October 20, 2025 with The University of Texas at Dallas, representing the BEACONS Battery Prototyping Facility, a U.S. DoW supported research and development center dedicated to strengthening North American energy and materials security.The project overview outlines a multi-phase validation program designed to demonstrate the performance of Focus's purified anode materials in U.S. DoW standard battery systems.Phase I: DoW-Standard 18650 Cell Prototyping: BEACONS will fabricate and test 18650-format lithium-ion battery cells using Focus Graphite's purified natural flake graphite as the anode material. The program aims to generate statistically significant performance data including cycle life, energy density, and charge-retention metrics to establish a validated, North American source of graphite anode material suitable for integration into U.S. and Canadian defence and energy platformsPhase II: Siliconized Graphite Development: BEACONS intends to collaborate further with Focus Graphite to develop a next-generation siliconized graphite anode, utilizing Focus's patent pending process and a North American-sourced, non-silane silicon feedstock. This program will prototype Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)-standard pouch cells, with the goal of creating a commercially viable, high-energy-density anode that advances energy storage capabilities for both the U.S. DoW and Canada's Department of National Defence ("DND").Network-Wide Integration: Upon successful validation, the purified graphite will be made available through BEACONS' network of users which includes cell manufacturers, equipment developers, and academic researchers-for further testing with complementary cathode and electrolyte systems, reinforcing cross-border supply-chain interoperability.This collaboration positions the Company at the center of North American anode-material validation, linking Canadian upstream resources to U.S. defence-grade testing and commercialization pipelines. Beyond these initial efforts, both parties recognize the potential to expand into testing and validation of additional advanced materials within BEACONS' network, creating a foundation for ongoing joint research and product development across the allied energy and defence ecosystem."We identified BEACONS as the ideal collaborator for this vertical given its DoW supported mandate to validate next-generation energy materials under real-world defence and flight-system testing standards," said Jason Latkowcer, VP Corporate Development. "For investors and allied industries, this collaboration represents a gateway for Focus Graphite into North American and NATO supply chains, helping reduce dependency on adversarial sources and ensuring that critical defence and aerospace equipment are never reliant on foreign-controlled materials.""The G7's focus on critical minerals highlights the urgency of strengthening domestic energy infrastructure. This collaboration positions UT Dallas's BEACONS as a hub where innovative materials meet rigorous testing and validation, translating promising technologies into deployable solutions for the North American market," said Dr. Joseph Pancrazio, VP for Research and Innovation at UT Dallas.Advancing Canada's Strategic and Environmental Independence in Critical MineralsThe GPI funding will help Canada strengthen secure and low-carbon critical mineral supply chains while reducing dependence on purification infrastructure currently dominated by other countries. Using electrothermal fluidized-bed technology, Focus will demonstrate a clean and scalable purification process.This project aligns with the goals of Canada's Critical Minerals Strategy by establishing a domestic purification capability for Canadian-sourced graphite. It will create skilled jobs, support regional economic development, and enable Canadian-controlled production of battery-grade materials. By building this homegrown purification capacity, Focus is helping Canada and its allies process and qualify critical materials within North America, advancing environmental responsibility, energy security, and manufacturing resilience.Expanding Allied Market Access and Global Qualification PathwaysThrough this GPI-funded initiative, Focus will produce and distribute qualification samples to G7 and NATO-aligned partners. The project will also establish Canada's first commercial-scale graphite purification hub, offering mines, research institutions, and manufacturers a sustainable alternative to imported materials. This initiative directly addresses Canada's upstream bottleneck in establishing domestic large-scale purification capacity, and complements Ottawa's Critical Minerals Strategy. Focus looks forward to updating local First Nations communities as the Project advances, to explore opportunities for participation, collaboration, and shared economic benefits in the spirit of respect and partnership.Focus's electrothermal platform is designed for clean, high-temperature purification of graphite and, over the longer term, may be adaptable to rare earth element (REE) purification. Current REE processing already uses thermal and pyrometallurgical techniques such as vacuum distillation, molten-salt electrolysis, and fluidized-bed calcination to achieve ultra-high purities. As the demonstration advances, Focus plans to collaborate with Canadian research institutions (e.g. the National Research Council of Canada) to explore how its electrothermal technology could apply to selective impurity removal and de-oxidation in REE flowsheets, potentially opening new avenues for clean, domestic processing of strategic materials.Qualified PersonDr. Joseph Doninger, Focus Graphite's Director of Technology and Manufacturing is the Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects - has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release. Dr. Doninger is the developer and co-developer of a number of U.S., European and Canadian patents related to carbon processing methodologies and processing equipment. Also, a chemical engineer, Dr. Doninger is the author and co-author of some two dozen technical papers and studies related to graphite composite anodes; carbon-based materials for electrochemical energy storage systems; advanced graphite for Lithium-ion batteries and other related publications.About the Global Partnerships Initiative (GPI)Administered by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), The GPI program fosters international collaboration on critical mineral development and technology deployment that enhance Canada's leadership in sustainable resource processing, value-added manufacturing and supply-chain security.About Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC (TMEC)TMEC is a leading engineering company specializing in the development and implementation of innovative, science-driven technologies in thermal engineering, thermal processing, chemical catalysis, and materials science. TMEC serves industrial enterprises and research laboratories worldwide.TMEC's base spans across the EU (Belgium, France, Ireland, Poland, Slovenia), North America (the U.S., Canada), and Australia.As of today, TMEC offers a wide range of engineering services, including laboratory research, prototype validation, the design of laboratory and industrial equipment, and the implementation of technological solutions in various industries.For more information on TMEC please visit https://tmec.com.uaAbout BEACONS BEACONS fast-tracks energy storage innovation to reclaim domestic authority, closing critical battery technology and manufacturing excellence gaps. Its IP-secure prototyping facilities deliver trusted results, helping companies scale faster, build resilient supply chains, and bolster national security.Based at The University of Texas at Dallas, BEACONS works with U.S. companies to drive transformative energy storage solutions essential to defense, industry growth, and economic stability from mining to cells to systems.Supported by the Department of War's Office of Industrial Base Policy and its Manufacturing Capability Expansion and Investment Prioritization (MCEIP) office, BEACONS plays a key role in the Pathfinder program, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, onshore manufacturing capabilities, and workforce readiness to strengthen America's energy leadership.For more information on BEACONS please visit https://beaconsusa.orgAbout American Energy Technologies Co. (AETC).American Energy Technologies Co. (AETC) is a woman-owned, privately-held business which conducts operations out of the greater Chicago area. In its Wheeling, IL facility, AETC operates three business units: a manufacturing plant making battery-ready graphite and carbon materials, a pilot demonstration facility for battery materials and graphite dispersions, and a fully functional applications laboratory supporting the above business units.AETC works with industrial partners and manufacturing groups worldwide, including the U.S. Department of War, to ensure materials meet performance standards and strategic requirements. Their facilities are equipped for testing, downstream processing, AI-driven manufacturing and carbon material development.For more information on AETC please visit https://www.usaenergytech.comAbout Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Focus Graphite's flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defence, and advanced materials industries.Focus Graphite's Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, they go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Focus Graphite's commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals - reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. dhanisch@focusgraphite.com +1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated benefits and potential outcomes of the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI") funding award; the design, construction, and commissioning of the Company's proposed electrothermal purification demonstration facility; the timing, scope, and success of collaborations with the Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC ("TMEC") of Ukraine, the University of Texas at Dallas's BEACONS battery prototyping facility, and American Energy Technologies Co. ("AETC"); the ability of these partnerships to achieve stated technical, engineering, or commercial objectives; and the possible adaptation of the Company's electrothermal technology to rare earth element purification. Forward-looking information also includes statements regarding the Company's expectations concerning the scalability, cost-effectiveness, environmental performance, and commercial viability of its purification process; its ability to advance into future project phases or secure additional funding; the establishment of potential downstream or offtake partnerships; and the positioning of the Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca projects as contributors to North American and allied critical-mineral supply chains.All such forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors-many of which are beyond the Company's control-that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements herein. Such factors include, but are not limited to, uncertainties relating to regulatory approvals, geopolitical events (including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine), supply-chain disruptions, inflationary pressures on capital expenditures, access to skilled labor and materials, fluctuations in graphite and energy markets, the ability to maintain project timelines, and the performance of third-party contractors and partners. There can be no assurance that anticipated technical milestones or commercial outcomes will be realized as planned, or at all.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/272975 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
(SeaPRwire) - 本周末,一名墨西哥市长在“亡灵节”庆祝活动中遭枪击身亡。他生前公开反对贩毒,并力推打击贩毒的强硬法律。曼佐市长去世前,曾批评墨西哥总统克劳迪娅·申鲍姆在打击贩毒集团方面缺乏努力。曼佐市长所在的乌鲁阿潘市位于米却肯州,该州贩毒集团暴力事件尤其猖獗。曼佐在9月份告诉当地媒体:“我们需要政府展现出更大的决心。”他誓言“一步也不退让”。他继续说道:“我不想成为那些被处决、被夺走生命的市长名单上的一员。我非常害怕,但我必须勇敢面对。”州官员称,曼佐于周六晚间在“亡灵节”守夜活动中身中七枪。他因伤势过重在附近医院去世。墨西哥安全部长奥马尔·加西亚·哈尔富奇周日宣布对曼佐的遇害事件展开调查。哈尔富奇在新闻发布会上表示:“我们向他的家人、亲人以及乌鲁阿潘的居民致以最深切的慰问,他们今天正在经历一场痛苦而不公正的损失。绝不姑息任何罪犯。”当局表示,曼佐的安保措施严密,由曼佐亲自挑选的官员以及14名国民警卫队成员组成。曼佐严厉打击犯罪的方法为他赢得了“墨西哥布克尔”的绰号,指的是萨尔瓦多总统纳伊布·布克尔,后者在该国领导了对帮派暴力的大规模镇压。据 New York Times 报道,自2024年10月就职以来,曼佐一直批评申鲍姆处理贩毒集团问题的方法。曼佐在5月的一次演讲中说,指的是申鲍姆:“如果她认为在不发一枪一弹的情况下就能逮捕这些罪犯,而且他们会自己投降,那她就应该这么做。相信我,如果她真能做到,我将立即辞职。”本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 3, 2025) - Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) ("Founders" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a subscription agreement with Gold Fields Netherlands Services B.V., an affiliate of Gold Fields Limited (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI) ("Gold Fields"), whereby Gold Fields will acquire 12,048,193 common shares of the Company (the "Common Shares"), at a price of $4.15 per Common Share by way of a non-brokered private placement for aggregate gross proceeds of $50,000,000.Proceeds from the strategic investment will be used for land consolidation, regional exploration activities, working capital, and general corporate purposes at the Company's Antino Gold Project in southeastern Suriname ("Antino"). National Bank Capital Markets is acting as financial advisor.Colin Padget, President and CEO of Founders Metals, commented: "We are very pleased to welcome Gold Fields, a top-tier global gold producer, as a strategic partner. Combining Founders' position as the largest and most advanced gold explorer in Suriname with the technical capabilities of a company having decades of experience developing world-class gold deposits positions us to rapidly advance work at Antino. This partnership further underscores Suriname's potential as an emerging gold jurisdiction globally. With this capital, we are dedicating our full attention to unlocking Antino's potential—expanding our land position and aggressively advancing regional-scale exploration across multiple high-grade targets—building value for all shareholders."Investor Rights AgreementIn connection with the strategic investment, Founders Metals and Gold Fields will enter into an Investor Rights Agreement (the "IRA") at closing, pursuant to which, and provided that Gold Fields maintains certain shareholding thresholds, Gold Fields will have top-up and financing participation rights, technical committee representation rights, and the right to appoint one nominee to the Company's board of directors if Gold Fields' ownership reaches or exceeds 12.5%.In support of technical collaboration between Founders and Gold Fields, Gold Fields will additionally have the right to second technical staff into Lawa Gold N.V., the project company, subject to acceptance by the Company and in compliance with applicable Surinamese laws and regulations.Closing and Regulatory ApprovalsThe transaction is expected to close on or about November 10, 2025, subject to customary conditions including TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") approval. All Common Shares issued pursuant to the subscription will be subject to a four-month and a day hold period in accordance with applicable Canadian securities legislation.About Gold Fields LimitedGold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with nine operating mines in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Chile and Peru and one project in Canada. The Company has a total attributable annual gold-equivalent production of 2.1 Moz, proved and probable Gold Mineral Reserves of 44.3 Moz, measured and indicated Gold Mineral Resources of 30.4 Moz (excluding Mineral Reserves) and inferred Gold Mineral Resources of 11.6 Moz (excluding Mineral Reserves). Gold Fields' shares are listed on the JSE and American depositary shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange.About Founders Metals Inc.Founders Metals is a Canadian-based exploration company focused on advancing the Antino Gold Project located in Suriname, South America, in the heart of the Guiana Shield. Antino is 56,000 ha and has produced over 500,000 ounces of gold from historical surface and alluvial mining to date1. The Company is systematically advancing one of Suriname's most promising gold exploration and development opportunities with drill-confirmed, district-scale potential. Founders is committed to responsible exploration, community engagement, and delivering long-term value to shareholders through technical excellence and strategic growth in the Guiana Shield.12022 Technical Report - Antino Project; Suriname, South America. K. Raffle, BSc, P. Geo & Rock Lefrançois, BSc, P.Geo.ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,Per: "Colin Padget"Colin Padget President, Chief Executive Officer, and DirectorContact InformationKatie MacKenzie, Vice President, Corporate DevelopmentTel: 306 537 8903 | katiem@fdrmetals.comHarp Gosal, Director, Investor RelationsTel: 236 301 4211 | harpg@fdrmetals.comCautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationThis press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding the use of proceeds, entering the IRA, Gold Fields right thereunder and exercise of those rights, approval of the TSXV and the anticipated closing date. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by words such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", "believes", or variations indicating that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" occur or be achieved.Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and reasonable assumptions but are subject to business, market, and economic risks, uncertainties, and contingencies that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including: general business and economic uncertainties; exploration results; mining industry risks; failure to obtain TSXV approval; dilution respecting additional investment in the Company, that the use of proceeds may not be expended as anticipated by the Company, and other factors described in the Company's most recent annual management discussion and analysis. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, other factors may cause results not to be as anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.All material information on Founders Metals can be found at www.sedarplus.ca.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/272916 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Additionally, nearly 3/5 of Mexican adults claim to have experienced a scam in the last year, with each scam victim being scammed on average 1.8 times.With widespread financial lossesShopping scams (55%), investment scams (48%) and unexpected money scams (47%) are the most common types of scams in Mexico, with some having money stolen via email while others received kidnapping threats. Additionally, over 1/3 of Mexican adults claim to have lost money to scams in the last year. Wire or bank transfers (55%) and debitcard payments (21%) are the most common methods used by scammers to receive payment. Of those who have experienced being scammed, 2/3 have reported the scam to the payment service, and half of those were not able to recover any money lost.And limited confidence in reportingScam encounters are frequent in Mexico, with 12% of Mexican adults encountering a scam multiple times a week. Over the past 12 months, over half of those who have encountered a scam have reported it at least once. However, those who reported the scam encounter said that either no action was taken (37%) or they are not sure what the outcome was (15%). Half of those who have never reported a scam encounter said they did not report it because they were unsure who to report the scam to, while over 1/3 did not think it would make a difference/no action would be taken.Leading to increased vigilance97% of Mexican adults claim to take at least one step to check if an offer is legitimate or a scam. The most common step taken is searching for reviews on other websites (36%), reflecting high effectiveness against scams.And rising calls for accountability1/3 of Mexican adults believe full repayment to the victim should be the top penalty for scammers, however, 19% believe in more severe punishment such as jail time of 6 to 10 or more years. Scams in Mexico continue to take a heavy toll, causing financial losses, emotional strain and prompting calls for greater protections and stricter consequences."These findings show both the scale of the challenge and the resilience of the Mexican people. Despite facing scams every few days, most adults are taking steps to verify information and protect themselves. Now it is time for organizations, regulators, and companies to match that vigilance with concrete measures to make Mexico a safer place online," said Sissi de la Peña, Director of GASA Chapter Mexico.Read the report & join our webinar:Full reportNovember 5 webinarRead the full release, including methodology & boilerplateContact InformationMetje van der MeerMarketing Directormetje.vandermeer@gasa.orgSOURCE: Global Anti-Scam Alliance Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
香港, 2025年11月3日 - (亚太商訊) - CTF Life周大福人寿宣布冠名赞助亚洲天后莫文蔚在12月20日首次于启德主场馆举办的个人演唱会。这是莫文蔚阔别4年后回归出生及成长的城市,并于全新的场馆与全球乐迷见面。演唱会以「家场」为主题,突显她与香港的紧密连系,与周大福人寿扎根香港40年互相呼应,令是次合作别具意义。作为启德体育园的独家创始保险合作伙伴,周大福人寿一直积极支持香港的文化及体育活动,是次冠名赞助莫文蔚演唱会,进一步体现公司全力支持盛事经济发展,助力香港成为「亚洲盛事之都」。周大福人寿执行董事兼行政总裁叶文杰表示:「周大福人寿一向积极推动香港的文化及体育发展。《莫文蔚 THE BIG BIG SHOW大秀一场 香港站「家场」限定版》演唱会,是我们为40周年志庆精挑细选的冠名赞助,更是我们首度赞助于启德主场馆举办的演唱会。我们希望借着这位亚洲天后耳熟能详的歌曲,唤起乐迷的共鸣,并吸引各地游客来港。莫文蔚的音乐陪伴香港人成长,与周大福人寿扎根香港,提供卓越保险服务的理念不谋而合。我们希望透过这次合作,为客户与乐迷带来精彩体验,实践开创保险新价值。」 《CTF Life周大福人寿40周年呈献:莫文蔚 THE BIG BIG SHOW大秀一场 香港站「家场」限定版》演唱会为周大福人寿40周年庆祝活动之一,更多精彩活动将陆续推出。周大福人寿市场推广总监关文萱为Karen送上法国殿堂级品牌的湖水绿色水晶蝴蝶,寓意Karen可以像蝴蝶一样,在演唱会上突破自己,绽放出亚洲天后的光芒。关于周大福人寿 周大福人寿保险有限公司(「周大福人寿」)扎根香港40年,为周大福创建有限公司(「周大福创建」)(香港股份代号:659)的全资附属公司,也是香港最具规模的寿险公司之一。作为周大福企业成员,周大福人寿紧扣郑氏家族(「周大福集团」或「集团」)生态圈的雄厚资源,致力为客户及其挚爱于「生活、成长、健康、传承」的人生旅程中,提供个人化的匠心规划、终身保障及优质体验。凭借集团财务实力及环球投资布局,周大福人寿矢志成为亚太区领先的保险公司,持续开创保险新价值。传媒联络周大福人寿企业传讯部庄启恩+852 2591 8427anki.chong@ctflife.com.hk 周大福人寿保险有限公司(于百慕达注册成立之有限公司) Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Alltronics Holdings Limited (“Alltronics” or the “Group”) (SEHK: 833), a leading manufacturer of electronic products, is pleased to announce the completion of its acquisition of the 51% issued share capital of EME Limited (the “Target Company”), a strategic move expected to enhance the Group’s research and development (“R&D”) capabilities and diversify its geographical footprint.Upon completion, EME Limited and its subsidiaries (“Target Group”) will become indirect non-wholly owned subsidiaries of Alltronics, and the financial results of the Target Group will be consolidated into the Group’s consolidated financial statements.EME Limited engages in the business of research and development, manufacturing and sale of electronic products. Alltronics will leverage its proven track record in innovation and product development to enhance its own technological capabilities and accelerate the development of new products and solutions. Meanwhile, EME Limited has established a strong market presence in Europe with an extensive sales network and customer base, which will significantly supplement and diversify the Group’s existing sales markets.As the Group is in the process of opening new manufacturing facilities in Malaysia and Vietnam as part of its strategic expansion plan, certain existing production activities will be relocated from its factories in the PRC to these new production facilities. EME Limited’s business operations are expected to generate additional production orders and business opportunities that can effectively utilise the remaining production capacity at the Group’s existing PRC factories.Mr. Lam Yin Kee, Chairman and Executive Director of Alltronics, said, “This acquisition represents a key step in realising our strategic growth plan. By leveraging EME Limited’s strong R&D expertise and established customer network, we will enhance our technological capabilities, accelerate innovation, and expand our market reach. We are confident these synergies will strengthen our competitive position in the electronics industry, and enhance our overall stability and growth prospects.”Mr. Lam Chee Tai, Eric, Chief Executive and Executive Director of Alltronics, added, “With the integration of EME Limited into our Group, we are better positioned to optimize our production resources, maximising the utilisation efficiency of our manufacturing assets and maintaining stable operations at all manufacturing facilities. This will drive greater operational efficiency and cost effectiveness, supporting sustainable growth and long-term value for our stakeholders.”About Alltronics Holdings Limited (Stock code: 833)Alltronics Holdings Limited is mainly engaged in the design and manufacture of a wide range of electronic products with quality and style. The Company is a constituent stock of the Morgan Stanley Capital International (“MSCI”) Hong Kong Micro Cap Index. For more information, please visit the company website http://www.alltronics.com.hk/ Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
(SeaPRwire) - 英国工党前领袖杰里米·科尔宾因反犹主义指控被开除党籍,周日正在努力巩固其在纽约市的影响力。马姆达尼与科尔宾的结盟发生在纽约市市长竞选投票开始前几天,他在这场竞选中是民主党的进步派挑战者。马姆达尼以批评以色列在加沙的军事行动以及与Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)保持一致而闻名,他像科尔宾一样面临着科尔宾现为独立议员,周日通过Facebook宣布支持马姆达尼,并发布了一张自己手持一件印有“North London 4 Zohran”字样T恤的照片。帖子写道:“让我们帮助佐兰冲过终点线,为所有人打造一个负担得起的纽约!”一位社交用户评论道:“科尔宾支持马姆达尼。真是个惊喜。”另一位问道:“你们为什么要干涉纽约的政治?”科尔宾还分享了一个电话拉票链接,该链接指向由DSA的纽约市分会组织的一个网站,该网站敦促志愿者为马姆达尼动员选民。网站写道:“加入NYC-DSA和前任杰里米·科尔宾的行列,我们将呼吁纽约人投票支持佐兰·马姆达尼竞选市长。距离选举日只剩两天了,每一次对话都让我们离赢得一个更美好的纽约更近一步。”科尔宾与反犹主义指控相关的有据可查的历史可以追溯到2020年,当时UK’s Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC)发现,他领导下的英国工党曾对犹太成员实施非法歧视行为。2024年,科尔宾因其对报告的回应而被英国工党暂停党籍并正式开除。此后,他成立了一个名为“Your Party”的新左翼政党,并继续否认所有反犹主义指控。针对此次合作,前纽约州州长兼市长候选人迅速谴责了马姆达尼的决定,并在X上发文。他写道:“让杰里米·科尔宾——一个在他领导下的政党被发现对犹太人实施非法歧视行为的人——为@ZohranKMamdani打电话拉票,这说明了一切。纽约不需要道德妥协的政治。我们需要拒绝一切形式、一切角落的反犹主义、极端主义和分裂的领导。”同时,在选举前一周,竞选资金监督组织Coolidge Reagan Foundation提交了两份,声称他收到了外国捐助者的非法捐款。马姆达尼竞选团队坚称,任何与财务捐款相关的问题都已解决。 Digital已联系佐兰·马姆达尼征求评论。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。
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