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Revised and Updated 2008 Edition Wiping Cloths (UK) - Portfolio Analysis Available Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Research and Markets Ltd — Ken Booth & Co Ltd — Kimberly - Clark Ltd — Kimberly-Clark Finance Ltd — Leetex Wipers Ltd — Millside Stockinette Ltd — Mudfords Ltd — Nice-Pak International Ltd...
Penford Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.06 Per Share
CENTENNIAL, Colo.-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Penford Corporation (Nasdaq: PENX) today announced that its Board of Directors declared the Company's regular quarterly dividend following their January 30, 2008 meeting. The Board declared a regular $0.06 per share quarterly dividend payable...
Bernard Chaus Reports Second Quarter Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Bernard Chaus, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: CHBD.OB) today reported its financial results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2008. For the second quarter ended December 31, 2007, revenues were $25.4 million compared to $39.4 million in the...
CTIA WIRELESS 2008(R) Announces 3rd Annual ''Fashion In Motion'' $10,000 College Scholarship for Technology, Fashion & Design Students
WASHINGTON, D.C.-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - CTIA WIRELESS 2008(R), the premier event for everything wireless, is accepting submissions for their 3rd Annual Fashion In Motion Scholarship Award Program for college technology, fashion and design students. The $10,000 scholarship is awarded to a...
Origins Wants to Know ''What Makes You Eco-Fabulous?''
SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Brickfish(TM), the online content marketing platform, and beauty company Origins, today announced the "What Makes You Eco-Fabulous" campaign located at http://www.origins.com/brickfish/?AD_ID=22365&cm_mmc=Brickfish-_...
Stage Stores Announces Retirement of Dennis Abramczyk, COO of Peebles Division
HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Stage Stores, Inc. (NYSE:SSI) today announced that Dennis Abramczyk, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer of its Peebles Division, will be retiring after approximately nine years with the Company. Abramczyk, 60, will remain in his position...
Royal Elastics Opens Flagship Store in Santa Monica and Launches 'King and Queen' Sneaker Line
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 31 PRNewswire — Royal Elastics, the innovative footwear brand, opens its first U.S. retail store today, Royal on Main, at 2427 Main Street (www.RoyalOnMain.com). The store showcases Royal Elastics' alternative sneakers and flats for men, women and children...
Gerber Scientific, Inc. Announces New $125 Million Senior Credit Facility
SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn., Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Gerber Scientific, Inc. (NYSE: GRB), a worldwide leader in integrated automation solutions, today reported that it completed refinancing of its senior credit facilities. The new five-year, $125 million senior revolving credit...
Ann Taylor Stores Corporation to Release January 2008 Sales Results on February 7th
NEW YORK, Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — AnnTaylor Stores Corporation (NYSE: ANN) will release its January sales results on Thursday, February 7, 2008. Results will be released over PR Newswire at approximately 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time. A press release will be posted and distributed via...
Craftmade International Announces Fiscal Year 2008 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
COPPELL, Texas, Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Craftmade International, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRFT) will host its fiscal year 2008 second quarter earnings results conference call on Wednesday, February 6, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time (11:00 a.m. Eastern Time). The call will be hosted by James R...
Infor Recognized as a Leader in China's Business Applications Market
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Infor today announced that it has won three prestigious awards at the "Top 100 Business Applications 2008 Conference" in Beijing. This is the third consecutive year in which Infor has been recognized for multiple awards at the Top 100 Business...
Hanesbrands Inc. Reports Fourth-Quarter 2007 Results
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE: HBI), a leading marketer of innerwear, outerwear and hosiery apparel, today reported results for the 2007 fourth quarter. Diluted earnings per share in the fourth quarter increased to $0.52 from $0.25. Non-GAAP diluted...
Superior Uniform Group Declares Quarterly Dividend
SEMINOLE, Fla., Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Gerald M. Benstock, Chairman of the Board of Superior Uniform Group, Inc. (Amex: SGC), manufacturer of uniforms, career apparel and accessories, today announced that the Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $.135 per...
Vitro Prereleases FY2007 EBITDA up 5.4% Year Over Year
SAN PEDRO GARZA GARCIA, Mexico, Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Vitro S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: VITROA; NYSE: VTO) one of the world's largest producers and distributors of glass products, today pre-released its FY2007 results. Consolidated Net sales rose 6.7 percent YoY from US$2,398...
CMAI Headlines Impressive List of High Profile Speakers at Upcoming 2008 World Petrochemical Conference
HOUSTON, Jan. 31 PRNewswire — On March 25-27, 2008 Chemical Market Associates, Inc. (CMAI) will host its 23rd Annual World Petrochemical Conference and Workshops in Houston, Texas, including presentations by eleven industry experts from around the world & leading consultants from...
UPDATED: Jones Apparel Group, Inc. Conference Call Time Changed to 8:30 am
NEW YORK, Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Jones Apparel Group, Inc. (NYSE: JNY) is scheduled to release fourth quarter and year end 2007 financial results on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The Company will host a conference call with management at 8:30 am eastern time. To participate in...
Unifi Announces Second Quarter Results
GREENSBORO, N.C., Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) today released operating results for its second quarter ended December 23, 2007. Net income for the current quarter, including discontinued operations, was a net loss of $7.7 million or $0.13 per share compared...
Wines of Rioja Strike a Pose at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
NEW YORK, Jan. 31 PRNewswire — The fusion of fashion and wine will return to the tents of Bryant Park when the Vibrant Rioja models unveil two original dresses designed by Spanish designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada as well as original dresses created by Project Runway designer, Steven...
Under Armour Reports Fourth Quarter Income from Operations Growth of 59% on Net Revenues Growth of 29%; Full Year Income from Operations Growth of 52% on Net Revenues Growth of 41%
BALTIMORE, Jan. 31 PRNewswire-FirstCall — — Fourth Quarter Net Revenues Increased 29.2% to $174.8 Million; Diluted EPS of $0.34 — Fourth Quarter Income from Operations Increased 59.2% to $28.3 Million; Operating Margin Improved from 13.1% to 16.2% — Full Year Net...
China's Urethane Elastic Fibre Industry Continues to Boom According to New Study
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 31, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of China Urethane Elastic Fibre Industry Report, 2007-2008 to their offering. From Jan to Sep 2007, the output of urethane elastic fibre in China reached 93,400 tons, up 25.36% year on year. The sales...
Albany International Plans Live Audio Webcast to Discuss Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2007 Financial Results
ALBANY, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-January 30, 2008 - Albany International Corp. (NYSE:AIN) will host a live audio webcast on Monday, February 11, 2008, to discuss fourth-quarter and full-year 2007 financial results, which will be announced on Friday, February 8, 2008 after the market closes. -0- *T WHAT...
Eddie Bauer Holdings Announces Management Appointments
SEATTLE, Jan. 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Eddie Bauer Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EBHI) (the "Company") and its subsidiary, Eddie Bauer, Inc., today announced that it has named two individuals to important positions in its management team. Tony Krohn has joined Eddie Bauer from The North Face...
Oxford Industries Announces Date for 2008 Guidance Call
ATLANTA, Jan. 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Oxford Industries, Inc. (NYSE: OXM) today announced that it will issue forward-looking guidance for fiscal 2008 on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 before the market opens. The company will also hold a conference call with senior management to discuss...
Eddie Bauer Holdings Announces Organizational Changes
SEATTLE, Jan. 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Eddie Bauer Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EBHI) (the "Company") and its subsidiary, Eddie Bauer, Inc., today announced a reorganization of their corporate staff across three locations, eliminating 123 positions in Seattle, Chicago and Columbus while...
Soluol, a Carl Marks Portfolio Company, Acquired by DSM
NEW YORK, Jan. 30 PRNewswire — Soluol, a developer, producer and marketer of high-performance urethane resins and a portfolio company of Carl Marks, the investment and advisory services firm headquartered in New York, has been acquired by Royal DSM N.V. DSM is a leading life sciences...
Objet Announces Printing Optimization Package for Eden350V and Eden500V
REHOVOT, Israel, January 30 PRNewswire — Objet Geometries Ltd., the world leader in ultra-thin layer photopolymer jetting, today announced an advanced printing optimization package for the Eden350V(TM) and Eden500V(TM) 3-D printing systems. The new package, named Optimax(TM) automates...
Burrows to Grace Shearling in 2008 Fall Collection
NEW YORK, Jan. 30 PRNewswire — On the heels of his recent move downtown to 209 West 38th street, centralizing his showroom and offices in one location, Stephen Burrows has signed a License deal with New York based Largewood R.E Management Corporation to design a Shearling Collection...
GROWit Takes Rapid Prototyping and 3-D Printing Services to New Heights, With the Purchase of a Connex500(TM)
BILLERICA, Massachusetts, January 30 PRNewswire — Objet Geometries Ltd., the world leader in ultra-thin layer photopolymer jetting, today announced that GROWit of Anaheim, CA has purchased a Connex500(TM) 3-D Printing System - the world's first system capable of printing parts and...
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. Announces Record Fourth Quarter Revenue and Earnings with EPS up 16.7%; Increases 2008 Earnings Estimate
ROCKFORD, Mich., Jan. 30 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW) today reported record revenue and earnings per share for its fourth quarter and 2007 fiscal year, marking its seventh consecutive year of both record revenue and earnings per share. The Company...
Agnes Avery Adds Baby Gifts and Accessories to Its Unique Collection of Bridal and Wedding Gifts
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Jan. 30 PRNewswire — Agnes Avery Collection is pleased to announce it has added Baby Gifts and Accessories to its unique collection of baby shower favors. Agnes Avery gifts add the "Wow" factor to whatever event you are planning. Featured new products in the...
LaCrosse Footwear Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End Results
PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. (Nasdaq: BOOT), a leading provider of branded work and outdoor footwear, today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2007. For the fourth quarter of 2007, LaCrosse reported consolidated net...
Warmbat(R) Australia Names UPP Entertainment Marketing Consumer Communications Agency of Record
DAYTON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - Warmbat Australia, the world's fastest growing brand of Australian sheepskin boots, has selected UPP Entertainment Marketing, a full service entertainment marketing solutions firm based in Burbank, California, as agency of record for consumer...
Cherokee Announces Quarterly Dividend Of $0.75 per share to be paid in March 2008
VAN NUYS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - Cherokee Inc. (NASDAQ:CHKE), a leading licensor and global brand management company, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the distribution of a quarterly dividend to shareholders of $0.75 per share. The dividend will be...
Webcast Alert: Columbus McKinnon to Webcast Investor Seminar
AMHERST, N.Y., Jan. 29 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Columbus McKinnon Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCO), a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of material handling products, announced today that it will host and webcast its inaugural investor seminar, which is being held in New York City...
X-Rite Previews Workflow-Wide Innovations & Underscores Customer Commitment With Personalized Training-Bundled i1 Solutions at PMA08
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - Photo Marketing Association (PMA(R)) International Trade Show - X-Rite, Incorporated, (www.xrite.com) the world leader in color management and measurement technologies, deepens its commitment to photographers and creative imaging professionals with...
U.S. Department Of Commerce Makes Annual Adjustments to Seasonal Factors for ISM Manufacturing PMI and Diffusion Indexes and ISM Non-Manufacturing Diffusion Indexes
TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - The U.S. Department of Commerce recently completed its annual adjustment to the seasonal factors used in the monthly Institute for Supply Management(TM)(ISM) Manufacturing Report On Business(R) and the monthly Institute for Supply Management(TM...
The Gap Inc. Company Snippet 2007 Report Gives an Instant Overview of Its Company Background and Insight into Their Management, Products and Brands
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - Research and Markets . These statistical tools are supplemented with qualitative parameters such as: industry expectation/opinion. Socio-economic drivers, new product development, technological advances, expected levels of market saturation etc...
Introducing New Odor-Adsorbing Hunting Apparel Powered by VisaEndurance(R)
SPARTANBURG, S.C.-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - Milliken & Company, one of the world's largest privately-held textile and chemical manufacturers, today announced that, starting fall 2008, Browning will offer a new retail line of scent-control hunting apparel powered by VisaEndurance...
G&K Services Reports Fiscal 2008 Second Quarter Results
MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - G&K Services, Inc. (Nasdaq:GKSR), today reported revenue for the second quarter ended December 29, 2007 of $255.3 million, a 10.6 percent increase from previous year revenue of $230.8 million. This record quarterly revenue was driven by rental revenue...
Celebrity Moms Love Q Collection Junior - The Healthiest, Most Environmentally Friendly Children's Furniture and Bedding
NEW YORK, Jan. 29 PRNewswire — Q Collection Junior, a unique line of safe and environmentally friendly children's furniture and organic cotton bedding, has recently received a great deal of praise from a string of high-profile moms interested in health, sustainability and beautiful...
Examine the China Urethane Elastic Fibre Industry Report, 2007-2008
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Chemical industry is available in its catalogue. China Urethane Elastic Fibre Industry Report, 2007-2008 To order that report...
Crate and Barrel Names Barbara Turf to Succeed Co-Founder Gordon Segal
NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan. 29 PRNewswire — Crate and Barrel Co-Founder and CEO Gordon Segal announced today that Barbara A. Turf, President of Crate and Barrel, will succeed him at the nationally recognized home furnishings retailer on May 1, 2008. Ms. Turf has spent the majority of her...
Gap Unveils Nationwide Casting Call Contest Winners
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 29 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Starting today through February 13, 2008, the winners of Gap's nationwide casting call contest will be featured in the windows of babyGap and GapKids stores nationwide. The four winners, who were announced publicly for the first time...
Brides-to-Be, Get Ready to Run
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 29 PRNewswire — It's shopping as a full-contact sport. And the women who take part in the "Running of the Brides" at Filene's Basement in Columbus wouldn't have it any other way. The latest bargain stampede takes place this Friday at the Filene's Basement at 3704 W...
Nike's Head of Footwear Design Moves to New Role at Converse
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-January 28, 2008 - Nike (NYSE:NKE) announced today that John Hoke, Vice President of Global Footwear Design for the Nike brand, is moving into the newly created role of Vice President, Global Footwear, for Converse, responsible for the brand's global footwear...
Sport Supply Group Reports Q208 Operating Profit of $1.6 Million, EPS of $.04 Per Share
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-January 28, 2008 - The Company will host a conference call at 3:30PM CT / 4:30 PM ET today, January 28, 2008 to discuss the second quarter results and future plans. The call may be accessed by dialing 888-713-4199 and using pass code 98630849. A replay of the call will be...
Hartmarx Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results in Line With Most Recent Guidance; Reaffirms Most Recent Revenue and Earnings Range for 2008
CHICAGO, Jan. 28 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Hartmarx Corporation (NYSE: HMX) today reported operating results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended November 30, 2007. Full year net sales were $562.4 million in 2007 compared with $597.9 million in 2006. The net loss in 2007 was $4.2...
The 2007 Report ``World Fibre & USA - Trends in Demand and Supply'' Places USA as the Largest Producer of Nylon, 2nd in Cotton Production and 4th in Polyester
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 28, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of World Fibre & USA - Trends in Demand and Supply 2007 to their offering. US accounts for 11% of global fibre production. However, its share has been on a decline. Both production and consumption...
George Sokolowski Named Corporate Vice President Strategy and Chief Marketing Officer for Kellwood
NEW YORK, Jan. 28 PRNewswire-FirstCall — George Sokolowski was named corporate vice president strategy and chief marketing officer by the Kellwood Company board of directors on January 25, 2008, according to Robert C. Skinner Jr., chairman, president and chief executive officer of...
American Eagle Outfitters Announces Additional 30 Million Shares Authorized for Repurchase
PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-January 28, 2008 - American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE:AEO) today announced that its Board of Directors authorized an additional 30 million shares for repurchase through 2010, bringing the company's total shares currently available for repurchase to 41.2 million...
Sun Capital Pleased Kellwood Will Let Stockholders Decide for Themselves on $21 Per Share Offer
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 28, 2008 - Sun Capital Securities Group, LLC issued the following statement in response to yesterday's announcement by Kellwood Company (NYSE: KWD) that it will remove the impediments to Sun Capital's $21.00 per share cash tender offer and let stockholders decide...
Avery Dennison Unveils New Stretchable and Softer Iron-On Transfers
BREA, Calif., Jan. 28 PRNewswire — Avery Dennison Office Products Company is introducing new Stretchable Fabric Transfers featuring a softer feel than iron-ons. The transfers, which include Avery's Softstretch(TM) formula, allow images to stretch with the fabric and provide a softer...
Marion Cotillard Wears Nina Ricci
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-January 28, 2008 - NINA RICCI dressed the following celebrity attending the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards held at the Los Angeles Shrine Exposition Center on Sunday January 27, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. MARION COTILLARD wears a pale grey crinoline...
Kellwood Company Board of Directors to Let Stockholders Decide on Sun Capital $21 Per Share Cash Tender Offer
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 27 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Kellwood Company (NYSE: KWD) today announced that it intends to remove all impediments to the $21.00 per share cash tender offer made by an affiliate of Sun Capital Securities Group ("Sun Capital") so that it can be consummated on February 12...
The Wet Seal, Inc. Announces Corporate Workforce Reductions as Part of Planned Cost-Cutting Initiatives
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - The Wet Seal, Inc. (Nasdaq: WTSLA), a leading specialty retailer to young women, today announced that, as part of its strategic review of business operations, which includes various cost-cutting initiatives, the Company has implemented...
Lands' End Offers Five Tips for Protecting Against Sub-Zero Temperatures and Avoiding Winter Injuries
DODGEVILLE, Wis., Jan. 25 PRNewswire — According to the American Red Cross' tips on staying safe in cold weather, in addition to dressing in warm layers, staying dry is important to avoiding emergencies such as hypothermia and frost bite this winter season. Lands' End SOURCE Lands...
K-Swiss Sets Fourth Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - K-Swiss Inc. (NASDAQ:KSWS) today announced details for the release of its results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2007. K-Swiss plans to issue its fourth quarter earnings release before the market opens on February 26, 2008, and...
Trotec Introduces New Fiber Laser Marking Solution at MD&M West 2008
YPSILANTI, Mich.-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - Trotec Laser, Inc., a leader in laser cutting, marking, and engraving solutions, today announced it will showcase a new fiber laser for high-speed industrial product marking at MD&M West, January 29-31 in Anaheim, CA (Booth #3250). The...
Gain Insight into Other Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Wholesalers in the US
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - Research and Markets Real Growth Table Ratio Table Graphs Statistics Available: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand SEGMENTATION Products and Service...
Xerium Technologies Breaks Ground for New Paper Machine Clothing Plant in Vietnam
YOUNGSVILLE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - Xerium Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: XRM), a leading global manufacturer of clothing and roll covers used primarily in the paper production process, announced today that the official groundbreaking ceremony for its state-of-the-art paper machine...
Dillard's Celebrates Long Standing Partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities(R)
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - Dillard's, Inc. (NYSE: DDS) ("Dillard's or "the Company") announced today that it will make a significant contribution of over $76,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC(R)). This donation was made possible through the sale of Dillard's...
Delta Apparel Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results
DULUTH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-January 25, 2008 - Delta Apparel, Inc. (AMEX: DLA) today reported financial results for its second fiscal quarter ended December 29, 2007. The Company's results are in-line with the preliminary results announced on January 14, 2008. Net sales for the three months ended...
Consumers Get First Look at Latest Nike Golf Technology
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-January 24, 2008 - From Jan. 17-19, golf professionals and retailers were able to see the latest and greatest in new golf equipment at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. Now, consumers across the country will be able to see and demo the new SasQuatch (SQ) SUMO...
The Report 'Snapshots US T-Shirts 2007' is Essential Research for Clothing Companies as Summer Approaches
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 24, 2008 - Research and Markets Page 10 - Socio-Economic Data for US Page 11 - Snapshots Sources for Further Research For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c80629
AnnTaylor Stores Corporation to Release Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2007 Results on March 14th
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 PRNewswire-FirstCall — AnnTaylor Stores Corporation (NYSE: ANN) will release its fiscal fourth quarter and full-year 2007 results on Friday, March 14, 2008. Results will be released over PR Newswire at approximately 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time. The Company will also...
Leggett & Platt Announces 2007 Results
CARTHAGE, Mo., Jan. 24 PRNewswire-FirstCall — — 4Q loss of $1.21 per share; includes $1.44 of impairment, restructuring, and other net charges. — Full year loss of $.06 per share; includes $1.26 of impairment, restructuring, and offsetting items. — Record 2007 cash...
NexCen Brands, Inc., Selects Axis Imex Inc. as New Licensee to Expand Waverly Brand into Decorative Home Storage Category
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 PRNewswire-FirstCall — NexCen Brands, Inc., ("NexCen") (Nasdaq: NEXC) parent company of the Waverly brand announced today that it has added Axis Imex Inc. to its growing list of key partners to expand the Waverly brand into new lifestyle categories. Axis Imex Inc. will...
Timberland Announces Release Date for Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2007 Financial Results
STRATHAM, N.H.-(Business Wire)-January 24, 2008 - The Timberland Company (NYSE:TBL) intends to report its results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2007 prior to the market open on Thursday, February 7, 2008. The Company will also be hosting a conference call that morning at 8:25 AM Eastern...
The Snapshots UK Lingerie 2007 Report Gives an Instant Overview of the UK Lingerie Market to Date
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 24, 2008 - Research and Markets Page 10 - Socio-Economic Data for UK Page 11 - Snapshots Sources for Further Research For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c80632
Ability to Meet Instantaneous Power Requirements Spurs Demand for Ultra capacitors
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 24, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "World Ultra capacitor Markets 2007" to their offering. This Frost & Sullivan research titled World Ultra capacitor Market provides revenue forecasts, trends and market share of companies in...
New Brand 'FOXERS' Blitzes U.S. Trade Shows and Becomes a Favorite Among Celebrities
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 PRNewswire — FOXERS announces its first full season of trade shows in the United States starting in Atlanta, then Chicago, Las Vegas, and for the first time in New York. Management planned to launch in the north east in 2008 and will do so at Lingerie America's New...
Evian Natural Spring Water Returns to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week as the Official Bottled Water
ATLANTA, Jan. 24 PRNewswire — Evian(R) Natural Spring Water, the first ever sponsor of the centralized Fashion Week in New York, announced today its return to the Bryant Park tents in 2008 as the official bottled water and sponsor. Evian's presence at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week...
DIANE von FURSTENBERG and Francois-Marie Banier Collaborate on Advertising Campaign Featuring Natalia Vodianova
NEW YORK, Jan. 24 PRNewswire — Diane von Furstenberg with the artist Francois-Marie Banier and the creative vision of David Lipman, featuring Natalia Vodianova, has created an unprecedented campaign that infuses the spirit and distinctiveness of the eponymous brand. "My life is very...
Boxers, Briefs or Bare?
SHELBURNE, Vt., Jan. 24 PRNewswire — The age-old question boxers or briefs has come to life for Valentine's Day at The Vermont Teddy Bear Company. The truth of the matter is, what he wears under there says a lot about who he is. Is he easy-going and relaxed; traditional, safe, and...
Give a Valentine's Day Gift that Glows on Every Night
PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 24 PRNewswire — You say it with flowers, stuffed animals and jewelry. You say it with cards, candy and kisses. Now, say it with a pillowcase that lets your message of love shine on Feb. 14 and for many happy nights to come. See your Valentine's face light up when he...
What Kind of Lover Are You?
SHELBURNE, Vt., Jan. 24 PRNewswire — Valentine's Day is fast approaching and for many men it's difficult to find a gift that says exactly what is on their mind. But the Vermont Teddy Bear Company, PajamaGram and Calyx Flowers have gifts sure to make their sweeties swoon. For men who are...
Retail Ventures, Inc. Announces Disposition of 81% Ownership Interest in Value City Department Stores
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 23 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Retail Ventures, Inc. (NYSE: RVI) today announced the disposition of an 81% ownership interest in its Value City Department Stores business to VCHI Acquisition Co., a newly formed entity owned by VCDS Acquisition Holdings, LLC, Emerald...
Charlotte Russe Announces First Quarter Results
SAN DIEGO, Jan. 23 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHIC), a growing mall-based specialty retailer of fashionable, value-priced apparel and accessories targeting young women in their teens and twenties, today reported financial results for the first...
Propex Announces Court Approval for Multimillion-Dollar Credit Facility
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Jan. 23 PRNewswire — Propex Inc. today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee ("the Court") has approved the previously announced $60 million credit facility on an interim basis with immediate access to $20 million as requested...
KYOTO PREMIUM at ''Maison & Objet 2008'' Exhibition in Paris
KYOTO, Japan-(Business Wire)-January 23, 2008 - KYOTO PREMIUM (Project Committee Chairman: Tadatsugu Yoshida, sponsored by the Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry) will showcase a total of 24 home decoration items which highlight a new lifestyle concept that combines the highest quality...
Apparel Industry Issues to Watch in 2008 - Management Briefing
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 23, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Apparel Industry Issues to Watch in 2008 - Management Briefing" to their offering. In the first briefing of the year we highlight some of the key issues likely to dominate the apparel sector in...
High Growth Reported for The U.S. Market for Organic and Eco-Friendly Home Textiles
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 23, 2008 - Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the Clothing and Textile industry is available in its catalogue. U.S. Market for Organic and Eco-Friendly Home Textiles To order that report...
Katherine Heigl Brings Bold and Unabashed Style to Summer Line
DALLAS, Jan. 23 PRNewswire — Though chilly weather is still upon us, summer collections are around the corner, with Katherine Heigl's line of scrubs among them (www.katherineheiglcollection.com). Like the film and television star herself, the scrubs are bright, bold and beautiful, a...
Liz Claiborne Inc. Announces Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
NEW YORK, Jan. 23 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Liz Claiborne Inc. (NYSE: LIZ) announced that the Board of Directors has declared a regular cash dividend on the Company's Common Stock at the rate of $0.05625 per share to be paid on March 17, 2008 to stockholders of record at the close of...
Buckeye Anticipates Improvement in October-December Quarter Results
MEMPHIS, Tenn.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - Buckeye Technologies Inc. (NYSE:BKI) today announced that it expects its earnings for the October-December quarter to be in the range of 34-36 cents per share. This compares to earnings for the same period last year of 10 cents per share. Chairman...
Fairchild Reports Late Filing of Form 10-K Annual Report
MCLEAN, Va.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - The Fairchild Corporation (NYSE:FA), reported that its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2007, will be filed late. Additional information may be obtained from the Company's Form 8-K filing issued on January 22, 2008, which is...
Jeffrey Pfeifle To Leave J.Crew
NEW YORK, Jan. 22 PRNewswire-FirstCall — J.Crew Group, Inc. (NYSE: JCG) today announced that its President, Jeffrey Pfeifle, will leave the Company effective February 1, 2008. Millard Drexler, Chairman and CEO of J.Crew, stated, "Jeff and I have had a successful collaboration for more...
Perry Ellis International to Present at 2008 JPMorgan Global High Yield and Leveraged Finance Conference on January 23, 2008
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that the company will be presenting at the 2008 JPMorgan Global High Yield and Leveraged Finance Conference on Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at 2:00 PM EST at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel in...
Research and Markets: A Complete and Comprehensive Analysis of Jones Apparel Group, Inc
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of "Analysis of Jones Apparel Group, Inc." to their offering. Analysis of Jones Apparel Group, Inc. A complete and comprehensive analysis of Jones Apparel Group, Inc., includes an overview of the...
Sport Supply Group Sets Q208 Earnings Release Date for January 28
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - Sport Supply Group (AMEX: RBI) today announced it plans to release earnings for its second fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2008 on Monday, January 28, 2008 after the close of the financial markets. The company will host a conference call at 3:30PM CT...
X-Rite Appoints Lynn J. Lyall Chief Financial Officer
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ: XRIT) today announced that Lynn J. Lyall will be joining the company as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary. Mr. Lyall will succeed Mary E. Chowning, who has decided to retire. Mr...
Macy's Fashions New Go Red For Women Multicultural Fund
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - As a national sponsor of the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women movement, Macy's (NYSE:M) is ramping up support for the organization's February campaign in celebration of American Heart Month. This year, in addition to national and regional...
BigMachines Customer Spectra Logic Featured in Sales Effectiveness Report by Aberdeen Research
CHICAGO & SAN MATEO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2008 - BigMachines, Inc., a leading provider of web-based configurator, quote, and proposal selling tools, today announced that Spectra Logic, a leader in data archive and backup solutions, recently discussed their successful BigMachines...
Gramicci Taps Vogel to Lead European Expansion
AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Jan. 22 PRNewswire — Gramicci has intensified its international presence with the addition of Christian Vogel as sales director for Europe. He reports directly to Gramicci president Marty Weening and will be located at a newly established Munich office. In this new...
Naturally Advanced Technologies Announces Updates on its Crailar(R) Fiber Technology, and Announces Plans to Commence Construction of First Crailar(R) Manufacturing Facility in Craik, Saskatchewan
PORTLAND, OR, Jan. 22 PRNewswire-FirstCall - Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. ("NAT" or the "Company") (OTCBB: NADVF), a developer of proprietary technologies for processing and production of environmentally sustainable natural fibers, today announced its progress regarding...
Ever-Glory International Issues Open Letter to Shareholders
NANJING, China, Jan. 22 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — Ever-Glory International Group, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: EVGY) ("Ever-Glory," the "Company"), a leading apparel manufacturer in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today released this open letter to shareholders reviewing...
Global Textile Washing Products Industry Profile - Essential Resource for Top-Level Data and Analysis Covering the Textile Washing Products Industry
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Polymer Group, Inc. Announces Global Price Increases
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 21 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Polymer Group, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: POLGA; POLGB) announced it will increase prices on its products globally due to continued increases in raw material costs. Price increases from suppliers to PGI continue to rise in recent periods to...
Organically Grown Brand Launches in 2008
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-January 21, 2008 - Organically Grown Group LLC announces the signing of its first licensees: Kids Headquarters, Delta Galil and Kayo of California. "These companies are the best manufacturers in their respective categories, with combined sales of approximately 2 billion...
Michelle Yi Joins Gramicci Team
AGOURA HILLS, Calif., Jan. 21 PRNewswire — 'Fiji Survivor' contestant Michelle Yi has climbed aboard the Gramicci design team. Yi, 24, joined the Agoura Hills, Calif.-based manufacturer of durable, yet stylish outdoor apparel as an assistant designer. In addition to appearing on the CBS...
XMI Introduces a Platinum Shirt Line to its Fall 2008 Collection at the Designers Collective Show in New York City, January 20-22
NEW YORK and STAMFORD, Conn., Jan. 20 PRNewswire — XMI Corporation, a leading designer and manufacturer of premium mens' and boys' neckwear, dress shirts, sports shirts, and accessories, debuts its 2008 Platinum Shirt Collection today at the Designers Collective show (Booth #2406) being...
Cintas Corporation Appoints Ron Tysoe to Board of Directors
CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq:CTAS) today announced that Ron Tysoe has been elected to the company's Board of Directors. Mr. Tysoe's appointment brings the number of independent directors to seven, and increases the number of board members to 10...
Cintas Names J. Phillip Holloman President & COO
CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - Scott D. Farmer, Chief Executive Officer of Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS), announced today the promotion of J. Phillip Holloman to President and Chief Operating Officer of Cintas. Holloman joined Cintas in 1996 and has served in various positions...
Delta Apparel Announces Reporting Date for Second Quarter 2008 Financial Results
DULUTH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - Delta Apparel, Inc. (AMEX:DLA) today announced that the Company will report its fiscal second quarter 2008 financial results on Friday, January 25, 2008 before the market opens. The Company will also hold a conference call with senior management to...
Nike Names Executive Garry Cook to Lead Jordan Brand
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today announced that executive Garry Cook has been promoted from International General Manager to President of the Jordan Brand. Cook, 45, has been with Nike for almost 12 years, working in various sales and general...
ISM Revises PMI; Develops New Composite Index for Non-Manufacturing Sector (NMI)
TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - Institute for Supply Management(TM) (ISM) announces a revision in the formula for calculating the PMI (composite index for the manufacturing sector). ISM also announces the development of a similar composite index for the non-manufacturing sector...
ICS Appoints New Sales Executive
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - ICS, Inc., developers of the RF-SMART(R) brand of wireless, mobile and RFID software solutions, announced the appointment of Gina Kane as Vice President of Sales for its RF-SMART Division. "We are pleased to welcome Gina to our executive team...
Propex Inc. Seeks Chapter 11 Protection to Enable Restructuring
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Jan. 18 PRNewswire — Propex Inc. today announced that it has filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in order to right-size its balance sheet. The company will continue to operate its facilities and offices in the ordinary course of...
New Report Textiles in France Includes a Five-Year Forecast of the Industry and Profiles of the Leading Companies
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - Research and Markets . All currency conversions used in this profile were carried out at constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. Europe comprises Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Norway...
The World Polyester - Trends in Demand and Supply is a Complete Solution to Your Requirement for Authentic and up-to-Date Data on the Demand and Supply Trends in the Polyester Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 18, 2008 - Research and Markets of each fibre/yarn distributed by countries. The countries are China, Taiwan, India, USA, Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Turkey, Germany, Pakistan, Malaysia, Brazil, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Canada, France and West Europe. The...
Global Wear, Ltd. Announces Cancellation of MCORSET Asset Purchase
REDLANDS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 17, 2008 - Global Wear, Ltd. (Pink Sheets: GLBW) announced today its cancellation of its agreement to acquire MCORSET, Inc., effective December 31, 2007, due to MCORSET's failure to deliver financial statements and other information requested by Global Wear...
Cabela's Closes Offering of $57 Million of Senior Notes
SIDNEY, Neb.-(Business Wire)-January 17, 2008 - Cabela's Incorporated (NYSE: CAB), the World's Foremost Outfitter(R) of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today that it sold $57 million aggregate principal amount of its 7.2% senior notes in a private placement to qualified institutional...
AF&Y Announces Completion of MBDC Raw Material Assessment for Cradle to Cradle(SM) Certification
CHAPEL HILL, N.C.-(Business Wire)-January 17, 2008 - AF&Y announced today that it has received the results of its assessment for all raw components that make up its polypropylene yarns. The MBDC evaluation includes a comprehensive analysis of resin, pigment and additive concentrate formulations...
ShirtMagic.com Offers Incredible $4.50 Custom Full Color Printed T-Shirt for a Limited Time
HILTON HEAD, S.C., Jan. 17 PRNewswire — Imagine being able to create your own customized T-shirts for just $4.50 per shirt. It can be hard enough getting T-shirts containing other company's designs for $4.50, so many may think that getting a customized T-shirt at that price might be...
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Teams Up with Quilting Expert M'Liss Rae Hawley
HUDSON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-January 17, 2008 - Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, the leading national fabric and craft specialty retailer, has enlisted the expertise of M'Liss Rae Hawley, the internationally known leader in the field of quilting, to expand class and fabric offerings for quilters...
Movie Star, Inc. Announces Expiration of Subscription Period for $20 Million Rights Offering
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 17, 2008 - Movie Star, Inc. (AMEX:MSI) ("Movie Star") announced today that the $20 million rights offering launched on December 3, 2007 expired effective as of 5:00 p.m., Eastern time, on January 16, 2008. Based on preliminary results, Movie Star shareholders...
True Religion Apparel Announces Preliminary 2007 Net Sales Results and Outlook for 2008
VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 17, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRLG) today reported preliminary net sales results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2007, and issued guidance for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2008. The Company expects to report...
Target Launches the DwellStudio for Target Collection
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 17 PRNewswire-FirstCall — DwellStudio, one of the country's leading modern home furnishings companies, introduces a new home and baby collection — DwellStudio for Target. Launching exclusively in Target stores and at Target.com, the DwellStudio for Target line...
Cygne Receives Nasdaq Notice Letter
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - Cygne Designs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CYDS) today announced it has received a Nasdaq Staff Deficiency Letter on January 14, 2008 indicating that the Company fails to comply with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing set forth in Marketplace Rule...
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007 Conference Call for January 30, 2008
ROCKFORD, Mich., Jan. 16 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW) expects to release financial results for its fiscal 2007 fourth quarter and full year on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2008, before the market opens. The Company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT the...
Hackett's Annual Sales Rise 12.5% in 2007
OGDENSBURG, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - Seaway Valley Capital Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: SWVC) ("Seaway Valley") is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, Patrick Hackett Hardware Company ("Hackett's"), reported that its annual sales increased 12.5% in 2007 versus...
Petro-Chem Announces Combination with Heurtey
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - Petro-Chem Development Co., Inc. (Petro-Chem) announced today that it has agreed to be acquired by Heurtey Petrochem S. A. (Heurtey). This combination of New York-based Petro-Chem and Paris-based Heurtey will create the world's largest provider of direct...
Cintas Corporation Announces 18% Increase in Annual Dividend
CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) announced today that its Board of Directors approved an 18 percent increase in the Company's annual dividend to 46 cents per share from 39 cents per share. The dividend was approved at the Company's Board of Directors...
Applied DNA Sciences Announces Strong Revenue Growth for Year Ending September 2007
STONY BROOK, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: APDN) reported its first noteworthy revenues for the fiscal year ending September 2007. In another significant milestone achieved this year, Applied DNA Sciences has transitioned from a development...
True Religion to Open Store in Center City Philadelphia
VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq:TRLG) today announced the lease signing for its newest branded store in Philadelphia. Located at 1604 Walnut Street, the 1,600 square-foot branded store will offer shoppers the entire True Religion collection for...
Blue Holdings, Inc. Signs Two Licensing Agreements for Antik Denim and Yanuk
COMMERCE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 16, 2008 - Blue Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:BLUE), a designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-end fashion jeans and denim apparel, today announced that the Company entered into two separate licensing agreements for the Antik Denim and Yanuk brands to further...
Essential Resource for Top-Level Data and Analysis Covering the Infantswear Industry in Asia-Pacific
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Burlington Coat Factory Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results
BURLINGTON, N.J.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - Burlington Coat Factory Investments Holdings, Inc. and its operating subsidiaries (the "Company"), a nationwide retailer based in Burlington, New Jersey, today announced its results for the second quarter ended December 1, 2007. For the three...
Fairchild Announces Appointment of Two New Directors
MCLEAN, Va.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - The Fairchild Corporation (NYSE:FA) (the "Company") announced today the election by the Board of Directors, on January 10, 2008, of two new directors: Philip Sassower and Andrea Goren. Messrs. Sassower and Goren are co-managers of SG Phoenix Ventures IV...
X-Rite and Pantone Release a New Seminar for Color Freaks
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ:XRIT) - Pantone and the color experts at X-Rite Color Services today announced the 2008 release of the company's highly popular seminar "Color Control Freak". With a completely revised curriculum, Color Control Freak...
Crocs, Inc. to Present at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
NIWOT, Colo.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) announced today that the Company will be presenting at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference at The St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, California on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 9:15 am Pacific Time. A...
Reichhold Announces Price Increase on all Products for European Composites Industry
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - Reichhold announced today a price increase of 100 EUR per metric ton (0.10 EUR /Kg), effective for all orders shipped on or after February 01, 2008, on all of its products sold to the Composites Industry in Europe. "This increase is...
X-Rite Announces 2008 Fundamentals of Color and Appearance Seminar
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ:XRIT) - The color experts at X-Rite Color Services today announced the 2008 release of it's well-known and newly updated Fundamentals of Color and Appearance seminar. This one-day seminar is tailored for quality...
Isaac Mizrahi Named Creative Director of Liz Claiborne Brand
NEW YORK, Jan. 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Liz Claiborne Inc. (NYSE: LIZ) today announced that Isaac Mizrahi has been named Creative Director for the Liz Claiborne brand. In this role, Mr. Mizrahi will oversee the design and marketing functions for women's apparel, accessories and...
Bernie Sebold, Alton Fire Department, Alton, IL Chosen as Finalist in National Contest Honoring Service Professionals
READING, Pa., Jan. 15 PRNewswire — Elbeco Incorporated, a manufacturer of uniforms for the police, fire, EMS, postal and security industries, is excited to announce that Bernie Sebold of Alton, IL and member of the Alton Fire Department, is a finalist in its "Every Elbeco Uniform...
Dale Mueller, Mississippi Valley Firefighters Assoc., Reynolds, IL Chosen as Finalist in National Contest Honoring Service Professionals
READING, Pa., Jan. 15 PRNewswire — Elbeco Incorporated, a manufacturer of uniforms for the police, fire, EMS, postal and security industries, is excited to announce that Dale Mueller of Reynolds, IL and member of the Mississippi Valley Firefighters Association, is a finalist in its...
Christian Lamken, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Desoto, MO Chosen as Finalist in National Contest Honoring Service Professionals
READING, Pa., Jan. 15 PRNewswire — Elbeco Incorporated, a manufacturer of uniforms for the police, fire, EMS, postal and security industries, is excited to announce that Christian Lamken of DeSoto, MO and member of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, is a finalist in its "Every...
Jeffrey Cochran, Alliance Fire Department, Alliance, OH Chosen as Finalist in National Contest Honoring Service Professionals
READING, Pa., Jan. 15 PRNewswire — Elbeco Incorporated, a manufacturer of uniforms for the police, fire, EMS, postal and security industries, is excited to announce that Jeffrey Cochran of Alliance, OH and chief of the Alliance Fire Department, is a finalist in its "Every Elbeco Uniform...
James Orzechowski, New Jersey State Police, Wall, NJ Chosen as Finalist in National Contest Honoring Service Professionals
READING, Pa., Jan. 15 PRNewswire — Elbeco Incorporated, a manufacturer of uniforms for the police, fire, EMS, postal and security industries, is excited to announce that James Orzechowski of Wall, NJ and member of the New Jersey State Police, is a finalist in its "Every Elbeco Uniform...
Charming Shoppes Comments on Notice by Crescendo Group
BENSALEM, Pa., Jan. 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Charming Shoppes, Inc., (Nasdaq: CHRS), a leading multi-brand, multi-channel specialty apparel retailer specializing in women's plus-size apparel, today confirmed that it has received notice that Crescendo Partners II L.P., Series Q, intends...
KellerOnline(R) Announces 2007 Safety Professional of the Year
NEENAH, Wis.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., the nation's most respected name in risk and regulatory management, has named Dan Ryan, of Veolia Water North America in Dayton, Ohio, as the 2007 KellerOnline(R) Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY). The SPOTY...
True Religion Engages Positive, Ltd as Its New Distributor for Israel
VERNON, California-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq:TRLG) today announced it has engaged Positive, Ltd., as the company's new distributor in Israel for the Fall 2008 season. Credited with styling many Israeli celebrities, Positive, Ltd. currently represents...
Sun Capital Commences Tender Offer to Purchase Kellwood for $21.00 Per Share in Cash
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - Sun Capital Securities Group, LLC today announced that an affiliate, Cardinal Integrated, LLC, has commenced a tender offer to purchase all of the outstanding shares of Kellwood Company ("Kellwood" or the "Company") (NYSE: KWD) common stock for $21.00...
Retailers Benefit from RedPrairie's Performance Management Analytic Solution
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - RedPrairie Corporation, a leading consumer driven optimization company participating in the National Retail Federation's 97th Annual Conference, today announced the availability of RedPrairie Performance Management(TM) (RPM) for Retail. RPM is a...
KYOTO PREMIUM at ''Maison & Objet 2008'' Exhibition in Paris
KYOTO, Japan-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - KYOTO PREMIUM (Project Committee Chairman: Tadatsugu Yoshida, sponsored by the Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry) will showcase a wide array of home decoration items which highlight a new lifestyle concept that combines the excellent crafting...
Dassault Systemes Launches ENOVIA SmarTeam Engineering Express
KFAR SABA, Israel-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2008 - Dassault Systemes (DS) (Nasdaq:DASTY) (Paris:DSY), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced the availability of ENOVIA SmarTeam Engineering Express, an out-of-the-box, scalable and multi-CAD PLM...
Ahlstrom Selects Verizon Business to Streamline and Manage Global Communications
READING, England, Jan. 15 PRNewswire — Ahlstrom — a global leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of high-performance, fiber-based materials — has selected Verizon Business to streamline and fully manage its worldwide communications. A fully managed Verizon...
Syms Corp Completes Transition to Pink Sheets Trading
SECAUCUS, N.J.-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - Syms Corp. (PINK SHEETS: SYMZ), a leading off-price retailer, announced today that it has completed its transition to Pink Sheets LLC for trading. The company previously announced plans for the move in its December 21st, 2007 press release. Financial...
Delta Apparel Announces Preliminary Second Quarter 2008 Results
DULUTH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - Delta Apparel, Inc. (AMEX: DLA) today announced preliminary financial results for the second quarter ended December 29, 2007 and updated its current business outlook. The Company currently expects second quarter revenues to be approximately $68 to $69...
Rocky Brands to Present at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
NELSONVILLE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - Rocky Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCKY) today announced that the Company will make a presentation at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference at The St. Regis Monarch Bay Resort & Spa in Dana Point, California. The presentation is scheduled for...
Linde Strengthens North American Anhydrous Hydrogen Chloride Supply Network
MURRAY HILL, N.J.-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - The Linde Group is making a series of investments and capital upgrades to strengthen its North American subsidiaries' anhydrous hydrogen chloride (HCL) supply network. Linde offers electronics customers around the world an extensive selection of...
Coldwater Creek Announces Revised Guidance for Fourth Quarter of 2007
SANDPOINT, Idaho, Jan. 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Coldwater Creek (Nasdaq: CWTR) today announced that, based on operating results to date, it is lowering its previously issued guidance for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007. — For the fourth quarter of 2007, the Company now expects...
Mothers Work to Present at Cowen's Consumer Conference on January 16th
PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Mothers Work, Inc. (Nasdaq: MWRK), the world's leading maternity apparel retailer, today announced that Rebecca Matthias, President, Chief Creative Officer and Acting Chief Merchandising Officer of the Company, and Ed Krell, Chief Operating...
Perry Ellis International to Present at Cowen Consumer Conference on January 15 and at ICR XChange Conference on January 17, 2008
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that the company will be presenting at both the 6th Annual Cowen and Company Consumer Conference on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at 1:30 PM EST at the Westin New York at Times Square in New York and...
Research and Markets: Premium Company Profile: Procter & Gamble Company Available Now
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - Research and Markets region, and Asia. The company is engaged in producing beauty, health, fabric, home, baby, family and personal care products. The companys product portfolio also includes pet health products, and snacks and beverages such as...
John Bartlett to Design for Claiborne Menswear
NEW YORK, Jan. 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Liz Claiborne Inc. (NYSE: LIZ) today announced that John Bartlett will be designing the Claiborne men's sportswear line. The revamped product, which will be called "Claiborne by John Bartlett," will be in stores by Spring 2009. Dave McTague...
Essential Resource for Top-Level Data and Analysis Covering the UK Textile Washing Products Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2008 - Research and Markets and includes any applicable taxes. Any currency conversions used in the creation of this report have been calculated using constant 2006 annual average exchange rates. For the purpose of this report, the European market is...
Naturally Advanced Technologies enters Phase II Research Agreement with National Research Council of Canada
VANCOUVER, Jan. 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall - Naturally Advanced Technologies Inc. ("NAT" or the "Company") (OTCBB: NADVF), today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary CRAILAR(R) Fiber Technologies Inc. has entered into a Phase II Joint Collaboration Agreement ("Phase II Agreement") with the...
Personal Protective Gear Industry Will Hike to $7.2 Billion by 2012
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 PRNewswire — A new report from SBI, entitled Personal Protective Equipment in the U.S., forecasts the U.S. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) market will hit $7.2 billion by 2012, after a steady 3% year-over-year incline. This growth rate is rather conservative...
Unifi Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call
GREENSBORO, N.C., Jan. 11 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. (EST) on Thursday, January 31, 2008 to discuss its financial results of the second fiscal quarter ended December 23, 2007. To participate in this conference call, please...
Metrostyle(R) Teams up with Winners from the Television Show ''America's Next Top Model''
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-January 11, 2008 - metrostyle(R), a distinguished brand in the Redcats USA portfolio, and a leading women's apparel catalog and web site, has long since been known for its bold, unique fashion targeted to sexy, confident women. And now, those same women will find their apparel...
PolyOne Completes Acquisition of Ngai Hing PlastChem
CLEVELAND, Jan. 11 PRNewswire-FirstCall — PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a leading global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of the assets and operations of Ngai Hing PlastChem...
Delta Apparel Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences
DULUTH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-January 11, 2008 - Delta Apparel, Inc. (AMEX: DLA) announced today that management will deliver presentations on behalf of the Company at the Cowen & Company 6th Annual Consumer Conference and at the Integrated Corporate Relations 10th Annual XChange Conference in...
Analyse France's Textile Washing Products Market According to Retail Selling Price (RSP) Including Any Applicable Taxes
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DHL Signs on as the Official Express and Logistics Partner for IMG's Fashion Weeks Worldwide
PLANTATION, Fla.-(Business Wire)-January 11, 2008 - DHL will become the official express and logistics partner for IMG's Fashion Weeks around the world, a series of prestigious shows produced and/or represented by IMG Fashion in ten countries spanning four continents each year. Following a...
Gain Insight In To Textile Fibre, Yarn And Woven Fabric Manufacturing In Australia
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 11, 2008 - Research and Markets Real Growth Table Ratio Table Graphs Statistics Available: Revenue, Industry Gross Product, Enterprises, Establishments, Employment, Imports, Exports, Assets, Total Wages, Domestic Demand SEGMENTATION Products and Service...
Lateral Line Pioneers New Category in the Outdoor Apparel Market: a Technical Year-Round Fishing Clothing System for Striped Bass Anglers
EASTON, Md.-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - Lateral Line today announced their official launch, pioneering a new category in the Outdoor Apparel market: a Technical Year-Round Fishing Clothing System for Striped Bass Anglers. "Lateral Line's fishing clothing is designed for hardcore anglers who...
Warnaco to Participate in Tenth Annual ICR XChange
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - The Warnaco Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WRNC) is scheduled to present at the Tenth Annual ICR XChange on Thursday January 17, 2008. Warnaco's presentation will begin at approximately 11:00 am EST. The presentation will be webcast and can be accessed via the...
VF to Present at the Tenth Annual ICR XChange Conference
GREENSBORO, N.C.-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) today announced that Eric Wiseman, President & CEO, and Bob Shearer, Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, will present on behalf of VF Corporation at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference on...
Research and Markets: New Publication Offers a SWOT Analysis of Coach Inc.; Leading American Marketer of Fine Accessories & Gifts in Leather, Suede and Signature Fabric
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of Coach Inc - SWOT Framework Analysis to their offering. SWOT Analysis, is a strategic planning tool used to evaluate the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats involved in a project or in...
Brown Shoe Announces Share Repurchase Program of up to 2.5 Million Shares
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Brown Shoe Company, Inc. (NYSE: BWS) today announced that its Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program of up to 2.5 million shares. "This share repurchase authorization shows the confidence we have in our business and long-term...
Mohawk Industries, Inc. Invites You to Join its Fourth Quarter 2007 Conference Call on the Web
CALHOUN, Ga., Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — In conjunction with Mohawk Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MHK) 4th Quarter 2007 earnings release on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 you are invited to listen to its conference call that will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, February 14...
Oxford Industries Names K. Scott Grassmyer Chief Financial Officer
ATLANTA, Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Oxford Industries, Inc. (NYSE: OXM) announced today that K. Scott Grassmyer, 46, has been named Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Controller. He will continue to report directly to Thomas C. Chubb III, Executive Vice President...
lululemon athletica inc. Announces Participation in the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
VANCOUVER, British Columbia-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ: LULU; TSX: LLL) today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference held at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, California on...
LaCrosse Footwear Announces Fourth Quarter and Year End Reporting Date
PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. (Nasdaq:BOOT), a leading provider of branded work and outdoor footwear for expert users, announced that it plans to report its results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2007 after market close on January 29, 2008...
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. Announces Upcoming Investment Conference Participation
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. (NASDAQ: GIII) announced today that it will present at two major investment conferences next week. Management will deliver a presentation on behalf of the company at the Cowen & Company 6th Annual Consumer Conference held at...
True Religion to Open Store in Union Square Retail District in New York City
VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq:TRLG) today announced the lease signing for its newest branded store in the Union Square retail district of New York City. Located on Broadway, near 17th Street, the 1,440 square-foot branded store will offer...
Macy's, Inc. Combined November-December Same-Store Sales Down 1.1%
CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M) today reported total sales of $4.624 billion for the five weeks ended Jan. 5, 2008, a decrease of 7.4 percent compared to total sales of $4.995 billion in the five weeks ended Dec. 30, 2006. On a same-store basis, Macy's, Inc. sales...
The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. Announces December Sales
YORK, Pa.-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT) today announced total sales for the five weeks ended January 5, 2008 decreased 13.0% to $558.2 million compared to $642.0 million for the prior year period. Bon-Ton and Carson's combined comparable store sales for...
American Apparel Announces Participation in the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - American Apparel (Amex: APP) today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference held at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, California on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 10:30 am...
CMAI Completes 2008 World Chlor-Alkali Analysis
HOUSTON, Jan. 10 PRNewswire — Chemical Market Associates, Inc. (CMAI) announces the completion of the 2008 World Chlor-Alkali Analysis. This analysis examines and provides an outlook for supply and demand dynamics, trade patterns, pricing relationships, profitability, production costs...
Peratech Acquires the Business of Eleksen
RICHMOND, North Yorks., England-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - Peratech Limited is pleased to announce it successfully completed the acquisition of the business of Eleksen from Deloittes (appointed as Administrator of Eleksen plc and Eleksen Limited). Eleksen had developed a wide and...
Cherokee Inc. Extends Licensing Agreement With Target Through January 31, 2012
VAN NUYS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2008 - Cherokee Inc. (NASDAQ: CHKE), a leading global licensor and brand management company, announced today that it has extended its licensing agreement for the Cherokee brand with Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) from the current term which expires...
A. Schulman Announces Preliminary Proxy Voting Results
AKRON, Ohio, Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Following today's Annual Meeting of Stockholders, A. Schulman (Nasdaq: SHLM) announced that preliminary proxy voting results indicate that two of the Company's four director nominees have been reelected to the A. Schulman Board. Based on...
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. to Present at the Cowen and Company 6th Annual Consumer Conference
ROCKFORD, Mich., Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (NYSE: WWW) Executive Vice President and CFO Stephen L. Gulis, Jr. will be presenting at the Cowen and Company 6th Annual Consumer Conference at the Westin New York at Times Square on Jan. 15, 2008. This...
Abercrombie & Fitch Reports December Sales Results
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) today reported net sales of $657.0 million for the five-week period ended January 5, 2008, a 9% increase over net sales of $603.6 million for the five-week period ended December 30, 2006. December...
Ann Taylor Announces December 2007 Sales Results
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — AnnTaylor Stores Corporation (NYSE: ANN) today announced its sales results for the month of December 2007. In making the announcement, the Company also updated its outlook for the full fiscal year. For the five-week period ended January 5...
Limited Brands Reports December 2007 Sales and Updates Earnings Guidance
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 10 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Limited Brands, Inc. (NYSE: LTD) reported comparable store sales for the five weeks ended Jan. 5, 2008, decreased 8 percent compared to the five weeks ended Jan. 6, 2007. The company reported net sales of $1.744 billion for the five weeks...
PPG Sinoma Jinjing Fiber Glass to Add Third Furnace
PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) and Sinoma Jinjing Fiber Glass Co. Ltd. announced their respective boards of directors have approved the addition of a third furnace at the PPG Sinoma Jinjing Fiber Glass Co. Ltd. joint-venture manufacturing site in Zibo...
X-Rite Grants Employment Inducement Awards
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - X-Rite, Incorporated (NASDAQ:XRIT) today announced that, in accordance with NASDAQ Marketplace Rule 4350, it has issued new inducement restricted stock awards to two non-executive employees on January 9, 2008. X-Rite issued 70,572 restricted...
True Religion to Present at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq:TRLG) announced today that Jeffrey Lubell, the Company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Michael Buckley, the Company's President, and Pete Collins, the Company's Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting at...
Pacific Sunwear Announces Participation in the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
ANAHEIM, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. (NASDAQ: PSUN) today announced that the Company will be presenting at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference held at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, California on Thursday, January 17...
Shoe Carnival to Present at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference
EVANSVILLE, Ind.-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - Shoe Carnival, Inc. (NASDAQ:SCVL) a leading retailer of value-priced footwear and accessories, today announced that Mark Lemond, Chief Executive Officer and President, will be presenting at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Investor Conference. The...
Limited Brands Announces New Leadership at Victoria's Secret Beauty
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Limited Brands, Inc. (NYSE: LTD), parent company of Victoria's Secret, today announced the appointment of Shashi Batra as president of Victoria's Secret Beauty. "Victoria's Secret Beauty has shown incredible promise both domestically and...
Oxford Industries Announces Participation in the Tenth Annual ICR XChange Conference
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - Oxford Industries, Inc. (NYSE: OXM) today announced the Company will be presenting at the 10th Annual ICR XChange Conference being held at the St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa in Dana Point, CA. The Company's presentation is scheduled for Thursday...
The Stars Come out for Alberta Ferretti's Spring/Summer 2008 Collection with Party Hosted by MarketAmerica.com's Loren Ridinger
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-January 9, 2008 - MarketAmerica.com and Vogue Magazine along with Grey Goose hosted Hollywood's hottest stars at Miami's most exclusive party featuring a fashion show by designer Alberta Ferretti showcasing her spring/summer 2008 Collection at the Miami Beach mansion of...
Graphic Packaging Offers Snap2C Portfolio of Packaging Products Featuring Turn Key Programs for Interactive Mobile Marketing
MARIETTA, Ga., Jan. 9 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Graphic Packaging Corporation (NYSE: GPK) today announced the launch of its Snap2C(TM) portfolio of paperboard package enhancements that innovatively integrate the promotional effectiveness of package billboards with mobile technology...
ENDoutdoor Expands U.S. Sales Organization
PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 9 PRNewswire — ENDoutdoor, a new sustainability company focused on designing outside gear, started by award-winning footwear designer Andrew Estey and business partner Ben Finklea, today announced key additions to their U.S. operations and sales team. Each new...
Insurance Company Agrees to Pay $42.5 Million for Environmental Cleanup at Former Fruit of the Loom Facilities
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 PRNewswire-USNewswire —- The American International Specialty Lines Insurance Company, Inc. (AISLIC), has agreed to pay $42.5 million to clean up contamination at four industrial facilities in a suit in which the Department of Justice intervened on behalf of the...
CMAI Outlines ExxonMobil Chemical's Strategic Business Position
HOUSTON, Jan. 9 PRNewswire — Chemical Market Associates, Inc. (CMAI) recently completed the Chemical Company Analysis (CCA) on ExxonMobil Chemical, the fourth company report of the 2007 Edition. The report includes strategic direction, financial overviews, global chemical business...
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