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Précisions sur le calendrier de l’offre publique d’achat simplifiée sur les actions North Atlantic Energies

Paris, 30 janv. 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES


Précisions sur le calendrier de l’offre publique d’achat simplifiée sur les actions North Atlantic Energies

Paris, FRANCE – 30 janvier 2026 – North Atlantic France SAS (« North Atlantic France ») rappelle qu’elle a acquis auprès d’ExxonMobil France Holding SAS (« ExxonMobil ») l’intégralité des participations d’ExxonMobil dans North Atlantic Energies (anciennement dénommée Esso Société Anonyme Française SA) (« North Atlantic Energies »), représentant 82,89 % du capital et des droits de vote de North Atlantic Energies.

Conformément à la règlementation boursière française, North Atlantic France a notamment annoncé le 28 novembre 2025 qu’elle déposerait un projet d’offre publique d’achat simplifiée (l’« Offre ») sur les actions North Atlantic Energies restantes qui ne sont pas déjà détenues par North Atlantic France, à un prix de 28,93 € par action, ainsi que son intention de mettre en œuvre une procédure de retrait obligatoire si les conditions requises sont remplies.

Il est rappelé que le conseil d’administration de North Atlantic Energies a désigné Ledouble SAS, représentée par Madame Agnès Piniot et Monsieur Romain Delafont, en qualité d’expert indépendant chargé d’émettre un avis sur l’équité des conditions financières de l’Offre.

North Atlantic France indique qu’elle déposera l’Offre auprès de l’Autorité des marchés financiers (l’« AMF ») une fois les travaux de l’expert indépendant finalisés, après la publication des résultats annuels 2025. North Atlantic Energies indique que cette publication aura lieu le 26 mars 2026. Le dépôt devrait ainsi intervenir au cours du deuxième trimestre 2026. La documentation d’offre sera soumise à l’examen de l’AMF et l’Offre ne sera ouverte qu’après obtention de la décision de conformité de l’AMF.

CONTACT MÉDIA

France : Brunswick Group – [email protected]
Hugues Boëton – 06 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam – 06 84 39 09 89

Canada : Mark Duggan – [email protected]
1–709–687–3136

À PROPOS DE NORTH ATLANTIC

Depuis près de quatre décennies, North Atlantic est un leader dans le secteur des carburants et des stations–service, opérant également pour les segments résidentiel, commercial ainsi que la vente en gros de carburant à Terre–Neuve–et–Labrador. Récemment, dans le cadre d’une joint–venture avec Suncor Energy, North Atlantic a étendu la présence de ses stations–service à la Nouvelle–Écosse et à l’Île–du–Prince–Édouard, par l’intermédiaire de North Sun Energy. Le groupe North Atlantic exploite 110 stations–service dans les trois provinces. North Atlantic dispose de projets ambitieux de croissance et de développement dans des localisations stratégiques au Canada.

Reconnu pour son expertise dans l’achat et la vente de produits de grande qualité, North Atlantic s’adresse à la fois aux secteurs domestique et industriel, tout en desservant des clients internationaux par le biais de ses canaux de distribution de soutage maritime.

North Atlantic prévoit de poursuivre sa croissance stratégique afin d’offrir des solutions énergétiques innovantes et vertes adaptées à l’évolution des besoins mondiaux. En stimulant les progrès de l’industrie, North Atlantic favorise l’acquisition de nouvelles compétences et la création de nouveaux emplois dans ce paysage dynamique. North Atlantic demeure engagé à proposer des produits et des services (énergie, essence et stations–service) de grande qualité au service de l’amélioration de l’expérience client tout en favorisant la croissance économique dans les collectivités qu’elle dessert au Canada et à l’étranger.

À PROPOS DE NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

North Atlantic Energies est un acteur clé du paysage énergétique français, contribuant à la sécurité d’approvisionnement du pays tout en accompagnant la transformation du secteur.
Avec 20 % de la capacité nationale de raffinage, l’entreprise joue un rôle essentiel pour l’économie et les territoires.

North Atlantic Energies met sur le marché les produits indispensables au fonctionnement de la vie moderne et place ses clients au cœur de ses priorités.


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Details on the timetable of the simplified tender offer on North Atlantic Energies shares

Paris, Jan. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES


Details on the timetable of the simplified tender offer on North Atlantic Energies shares

Paris, FRANCE – January 30, 2026 – North Atlantic France SAS (“North Atlantic France”) refers to its acquisition from ExxonMobil France Holding SAS (“ExxonMobil”) of ExxonMobil’s entire stake in North Atlantic Energies (formerly, Esso Société Anonyme Française SA) (“North Atlantic Energies”), representing 82.89% of North Atlantic Energies’ share capital and voting rights.

In accordance with French securities law, North Atlantic France announced on November 28, 2025 that it would file a simplified tender offer (the “Offer”) for the remaining North Atlantic Energies shares not already held by North Atlantic France, at a price of €28.93 per share, as well as its intention to implement a squeeze–out procedure if the conditions required are met.

It is reminded that the board of directors of North Atlantic Energies has appointed Ledouble SAS, represented by Ms. Agnès Piniot and Mr. Romain Delafont, as an independent expert to issue a fairness opinion on the financial terms of the Offer.

North Atlantic France indicates that it will file the Offer with the Autorité des marchés financiers (the “AMF”) once the independent expert's work has been finalised, after the publication of the 2025 annual results. North Atlantic Energies indicates that this publication is scheduled for March 26, 2026. The filing is therefore expected to take place during the second quarter of 2026. The offer documentation will be submitted to the AMF for review, and the Offer will only open once the AMF has issued its compliance decision.

MEDIA CONTACTS

France: Brunswick Group – [email protected]
Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
Paul Priam: +33 6 84 39 09 89

Canada: Mark Duggan – [email protected]
+1–709–687–3136

ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC

For nearly four decades, North Atlantic has been a market leader in the retail gas and convenience sector, as well as the residential, commercial, and wholesale fuel industries in Newfoundland and Labrador. Recently, through a joint venture with Suncor Energy, North Atlantic expanded its retail division into Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, through North Sun Energy. As managing partner, North Atlantic operates 110 fuel retail sites across all three provinces. North Atlantic has ambitious plans for future growth and development in strategic locations across the region.

Known for its expertise in acquiring and delivering exceptional products, North Atlantic caters to both domestic and industrial sectors while also serving global clients through their marine bunkering distribution channels.

North Atlantic is committed to strategic growth to deliver innovative and green energy solutions aligned with evolving global needs. By driving industry progress, North Atlantic is supporting new skills and new jobs for this dynamic landscape. North Atlantic remains committed to providing exceptional energy, fuel and convenience retail initiatives that enhance customer experience while fostering economic growth in the communities they serve in Canada and beyond.

ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

North Atlantic Energies is a key player in France’s energy landscape, supporting the country’s security of supply while contributing to the ongoing transformation of the sector.

Representing 20% of France’s refining capacity, the company plays a vital role in the economy and in its regions.

North Atlantic Energies supplies the products essential to modern life and places its customers at the center of its priorities.


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Dubai Gold District Inaugurado Como Epicentro Global do Comércio de Puro e Joias

DUBAI, Emirados Árabes Unidos, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Em um momento marcante para a indústria de ouro e joias da região, a Ithra Dubai inaugurou oficialmente o Dubai Gold District, um destino projetado para elevar a posição de Dubai como principal destino mundial para o comércio de ouro e joias. A abertura do Dubai Gold District marca uma nova fase no desenvolvimento de Dubai como centro global de varejo, comércio e trade. Desenvolvido como um destino unificado, o Distrito reúne toda a cadeia de valor de ouro e joias em um único local, abrangendo varejo, ouro, comércio atacadista e investimento. Ao consolidar essas atividades, o Dubai Gold District fortalece a posição de Dubai como um dos destinos globais de ouro mais confiáveis do mundo.

A inauguração também reflete o papel contínuo dos Emirados Árabes Unidos como nação líder em comércio global de ouro e metais preciosos. Em 2024–25, o país exportou aproximadamente US $ 53,41 bilhões em ouro, com grandes parceiros comerciais, incluindo Suíça, Reino Unido, Índia, Hong Kong e Turquia, posicionando o país como o segundo maior destino de comércio físico de ouro do mundo.

Como a nova “Casa do Ouro” de Dubai, o Distrito une todo o espectro da atividade de ouro e joias num único destino. Ele oferece uma ampla gama de marcas de ouro e joias globais e regionais estabelecidas, oferecendo variedade, qualidade e valor excepcionais para compradores, comerciantes e investidores.

O que diferencia o Dubai Gold District em todo o mundo é a diversidade incomparável do seu público, com um dos mais amplos grupos de compradores, comerciantes e consumidores do mundo em um único destino. Somente em 2025, o Distrito recebeu compradores de mais de 147 nacionalidades, refletindo a posição única de Dubai como um mercado verdadeiramente global de ouro e joias.

Uma característica marcante do Dubai Gold District será a primeira Gold Street do mundo, uma rua construída com ouro, criada como uma atração distinta para turistas e visitantes do Distrito. Mais detalhes serão revelados em fases.

O Distrito é composto por mais de 1.000 varejistas nas categorias de ouro, joias, perfumaria, cosméticos e estilo de vida. O mix de varejistas inclui flagships estabelecidos de joias, como Jawhara Jewellery, Malabar Gold and Diamonds, Al Romaizan e Tanishq Jewellery, com a Joyalukkas anunciando planos para um flagship de 24.000 pés quadrados, que será o maior do Oriente Médio.

O Distrito também é apoiado por seis hotéis, proporcionando acesso conveniente para visitantes, compradores e parceiros comerciais internacionais.

Para mais informação, visite www.dubaigolddistrict.com

Contato:
Divya Bhatia
[email protected]

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Le Dubai Gold District devient le centre mondial du commerce de l’or et de la joaillerie

DUBAÏ, Émirats arabes unis, 29 janv. 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dans un moment historique pour l’industrie régionale de l’or et de la joaillerie, Ithra Dubai a officiellement lancé le Dubai Gold District, un pôle conçu spécialement pour renforcer la position de Dubaï comme destination mondiale de premier plan pour le commerce de l’or et de la joaillerie. Le lancement du Dubai Gold District marque une nouvelle étape dans le développement de Dubaï en tant que centre mondial de la vente au détail, du commerce et des échanges. Conçu comme une destination unifiée, le District réunit en un seul lieu l’ensemble de la chaîne de valeur de l’or et de la joaillerie, couvrant le commerce de détail, les lingots, le commerce de gros et l’investissement. En consolidant ces activités, le Dubai Gold District renforce la position de Dubaï comme l’une des destinations mondiales les plus fiables pour l’or.

Ce lancement reflète également le rôle continu des Émirats arabes unis en tant que grande nation du commerce mondial de l’or et des métaux précieux. En 2024–2025, le pays a exporté environ 53,41 milliards de dollars d’or, avec pour principaux partenaires commerciaux la Suisse, le Royaume–Uni, l’Inde, Hong Kong et la Turquie, positionnant le pays comme la deuxième destination mondiale pour le commerce physique de l’or.

En tant que nouvelle « Maison de l’or » de Dubaï, le District rassemble l’ensemble des activités liées à l’or et à la joaillerie au sein d’une même destination. Il accueille un large éventail de marques internationales et régionales établies dans le secteur de l’or et de la joaillerie, offrant une diversité exceptionnelle, une qualité élevée et un excellent rapport valeur–prix pour les acheteurs, les négociants et les investisseurs.

Ce qui distingue le Dubai Gold District à l’échelle mondiale est la diversité incomparable de son public, réunissant dans un même lieu l’une des plus grandes variétés d’acheteurs, de négociants et de consommateurs au monde. En 2025 seulement, le District a accueilli des visiteurs issus de plus de 147 nationalités, reflétant la position unique de Dubaï en tant que véritable marché mondial de l’or et de la joaillerie.

L’une des caractéristiques emblématiques du Dubai Gold District sera la première « rue de l’or » au monde, une rue construite avec de l’or, conçue comme une attraction originale pour les touristes et les visiteurs du District. De plus amples informations seront dévoilées progressivement.

Le District regroupe plus de 1 000 enseignes couvrant les catégories de l’or, de la joaillerie, de la parfumerie, des cosmétiques et du lifestyle. Parmi celles–ci figurent des grands noms de la joaillerie tels que Jawhara Jewellery, Malabar Gold and Diamonds, Al Romaizan et Tanishq Jewellery, tandis que Joyalukkas a annoncé son projet boutique phare de 2 230 m² (24 000 pieds carrés), la plus grande du groupe au Moyen–Orient.

Le District compte également six hôtels, offrant un accès pratique aux visiteurs internationaux, aux acheteurs et aux partenaires commerciaux.

Pour en savoir plus, consultez le site www.dubaigolddistrict.com

Contact :
Divya Bhatia
[email protected]

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إطلاق حي دبي للذهب مركزًا عالميًا لتجارة الذهب والمجوهرات

دبي، الإمارات العربية المتحدة،, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — في خطوة تاريخية لقطاع الذهب والمجوهرات في المنطقة، أطلقت شركة إثراء دبي رسميًا حي دبي للذهب، وهي وجهة مُصمّمة خصيصًا لتعزيز مكانة دبي كوجهة رائدة عالميًا لتجارة الذهب والمجوهرات. يُشكّل إطلاق حي دبي للذهب فصلاً جديدًا في مسيرة تطور دبي كمركز عالمي للبيع بالتجزئة والتجارة والأعمال. وقد تم تطوير هذا الحي كوجهة موحّدة تجمع كامل سلسلة القيمة لقطاع الذهب والمجوهرات في موقع واحد، وتشمل البيع بالتجزئة والسبائك وتجارة الجملة والاستثمار. ومن خلال توحيد هذه الأنشطة، يُسهم حي دبي للذهب في ترسيخ مكانة دبي كإحدى أكثر الوجهات العالمية موثوقية في قطاع الذهب.

يعكس هذا الإطلاق أيضًا الدور المتواصل لدولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة كدولة رائدة عالميًا في تجارة الذهب والمعادن الثمينة. وخلال عامي 2024–2025، بلغت صادرات الدولة من الذهب نحو 53.41 مليار دولار أمريكي، مع شركاء تجاريين بارزين من بينهم سويسرا والمملكة المتحدة والهند وهونغ كونغ وتركيا، الأمر الذي رسّخ مكانة الدولة كثاني أكبر وجهة عالمية لتجارة الذهب المادي.

يجمع الحي كامل نطاق أنشطة الذهب والمجوهرات ضمن وجهة واحدة باعتباره “موطن الذهب” الجديد في دبي، حيث يضم مجموعة واسعة من العلامات التجارية العالمية والإقليمية المعروفة في مجال الذهب والمجوهرات، مقدِمًا تنوعًا استثنائيًا وجودة عالية وقيمة مميزة للمشترين والتُجار والمستثمرين.

إنّ ما يُميّز حي دبي للذهب عالميًا هو التنوع غير المسبوق في قاعدة جمهوره، إذ يجمع واحدة من أوسع تشكيلة من المشترين والتُجار والمستهلكين في العالم ضمن وجهة واحدة. وخلال عام 2025 وحده، استقبل الحي متسوقين من أكثر من 147 جنسية، ما يعكس المكانة الفريدة لدبي كسوق عالمي حقيقي للذهب والمجوهرات.

تتمثل إحدى المعالم البارزة في حي دبي للذهب في أنه سيضم أول ممشى للذهب في العالم، وهو ممشى يتم إنشاؤه باستخدام الذهب، صُمّم ليكون مَعلمًا سياحيًا مميزًا وجذابًا للسياح وزوار الحي. وسيتم الكشف عن مزيد من التفاصيل على مراحل لاحقة.

يضم الحي أكثر من 1,000 تاجر تجزئة في قطاعات الذهب والمجوهرات والعطور ومستحضرات التجميل ونمط الحياة. وتشمل مجموعة متاجر التجزئة علامات تجارية مرموقة في مجال المجوهرات مثل مجوهرات جوهرة، ومالابار للذهب والألماس، والرميزان، وتانيشك للمجوهرات، فيما أعلنت جويالوكاس عن خطط لافتتاح متجر رئيسي بمساحة 24,000 قدم مربع، المقرر أن يكون الأكبر للعلامة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط.

يحظى الحي أيضًا بدعم ستة فنادق، ما يوفر سهولة الوصول للزوار الدوليين والمشترين وشركاء التجارة.

لمزيد من المعلومات، يُرجى زيارة www.dubaigolddistrict.com

جهة الاتصال:
Divya Bhatia
[email protected]

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Eröffnung des Dubai Gold District als globales Zentrum für den Gold- und Schmuckhandel

DUBAI, Vereinigte Arabische Emirate, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ithra Dubai hat mit der Eröffnung des Dubai Gold District den Grundstein für die Zukunft der Gold– und Schmuckindustrie in der Region gelegt. Dieses eigens zu diesem Zweck errichtete Zentrum soll Dubais Position als weltweit führender Standort für den Gold– und Schmuckhandel weiter stärken. Die Eröffnung des Dubai Gold District läutet eine neue Phase in der Entwicklung des Emirats als globales Zentrum für Einzelhandel, Kommerz und Handel ein. Als integrierter Standort vereint der District die gesamte Wertschöpfungskette der Branche – vom Einzel– und Großhandel über Edelmetalle bis hin zu Anlageprodukten. Durch die Bündelung dieser Aktivitäten stärkt der Dubai Gold District das Vertrauen in Dubai als einen der sichersten und bedeutendsten globalen Handelsplätze für Gold.

Die Eröffnung spiegelt auch die nach wie vor herausragende Rolle der VAE als weltweit führende Handelsnation für Gold und Edelmetalle wider. Im Zeitraum 2024 bis 2025 exportierten die VAE Gold im Wert von rund 53,41 Milliarden US–Dollar in Länder wie die Schweiz, das Vereinigte Königreich, Indien, Hongkong und die Türkei. Damit ist das Land der weltweit zweitgrößte Handelsplatz für physisches Gold.

Als Dubais neue „Heimat des Goldes“ führt der District das gesamte Spektrum der Branche zusammen. Hier sind zahlreiche etablierte globale und regionale Gold– und Schmuckmarken ansässig, die eine außergewöhnliche Vielfalt, Qualität und Wertigkeit bieten.

Der Dubai Gold District hebt sich weltweit durch die unvergleichliche Vielfalt seiner Besucher ab. Hier kommen die unterschiedlichsten Käufer, Händler und Kunden an einem einzigen Ort zusammen. Allein im Jahr 2025 begrüßte der District Kunden aus über 147 Nationen – ein Beleg für Dubais einzigartige Position als wahrhaft globaler Marktplatz.

Ein besonderes Highlight des Dubai Gold District ist die weltweit erste „Gold Street“ – eine aus Gold gebaute Straße, die als besondere Attraktion für Touristen und Besucher des Districts geschaffen wurde. Weitere Details hierzu werden nach und nach bekannt gegeben.

Im District sind mehr als 1.000 Einzelhändler aus den Bereichen Gold, Schmuck, Parfümerie, Kosmetik und Lifestyle anzutreffen. Zum Markenmix gehören etablierte Flagship–Stores wie Jawhara Jewellery, Malabar Gold and Diamonds, Al Romaizan und Tanishq Jewellery. Zudem hat Joyalukkas angekündigt, hier auf rund 2.200 Quadratmetern sein größtes Flagship–Geschäft im Nahen Osten zu eröffnen.

Ergänzt wird der District durch sechs Hotels, die internationalen Besuchern, Käufern und Handelspartnern einen komfortablen Zugang ermöglichen.

Weitere Informationen finden Sie unter www.dubaigolddistrict.com

Kontakt:
Divya Bhatia
[email protected]

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Dubai Gold District Launches as the Global Epicentre for Gold and Jewellery Trade

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In a landmark moment for the region’s gold and jewellery industry, Ithra Dubai has officially launched Dubai Gold District, a purpose–built destination designed to elevate Dubai’s position as the world’s leading destination for gold and jewellery trade. The launch of Dubai Gold District marks a new phase in Dubai’s development as a global centre for retail, commerce, and trade. Developed as a unified destination, the District brings together the full gold and jewellery value chain in one location, spanning retail, bullion, wholesale trade, and investment. By consolidating these activities, Dubai Gold District strengthens Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most trusted global destinations for gold.

The launch also reflects the UAE’s continued role as a leading global trading nation for gold and precious metals. In 2024–25, the country exported approximately USD 53.41 billion worth of gold, with major trading partners including Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, Hong Kong and Turkiye, positioning the country as the world’s second–largest physical gold trading destination.

As Dubai’s new ‘Home of Gold’, the District unites the full spectrum of gold and jewellery activity under one destination. It is home to a wide range of established global and regional gold and jewellery brands, offering exceptional variety, quality and value for buyers, traders and investors.

What sets Dubai Gold District apart globally is the unmatched diversity of its audience, bringing together one of the world’s widest mixes of buyers, traders, and consumers within a single destination. In 2025 alone, the District welcomed shoppers from more than 147 nationalities, reflecting Dubai’s unique position as a truly global marketplace for gold and jewellery.

A landmark feature of Dubai Gold District will be the world’s first Gold Street, a street constructed using gold, created as a distinctive attraction for tourists and visitors to the District. Further details will be revealed in phases.

The District comprises more than 1,000 retailers across gold, jewellery, perfumery, cosmetics, and lifestyle categories. The retailer mix includes established jewellery flagships such as Jawhara Jewellery, Malabar Gold and Diamonds, Al Romaizan, and Tanishq Jewellery, with Joyalukkas announcing plans for a 24,000 square foot flagship, set to be its largest in the Middle East.

The District is also supported by six hotels, providing convenient access for international visitors, buyers and trade partners.

For more information, visit www.dubaigolddistrict.com

Contact:
Divya Bhatia
[email protected]

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Gwyneth Paltrow to Keynote Meltwater Summit 2026

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Meltwater, a global leader in media, social and consumer intelligence, is pleased to announce Gwyneth Paltrow – Oscar–winning actress, author and the founder and CEO of goop, a global lifestyle brand – as the headlining keynote speaker at Meltwater Summit 2026, which will be held May 5–6 in New York City.

A defining voice in modern culture and brand–building, Paltrow brings a unique perspective shaped by her ability to spot emerging cultural trends, deeply understand audiences, and create products, content and experiences that shape public conversation. Through this approach, she built goop into a globally–recognized brand rooted in community, authenticity, and relevance.

At Meltwater Summit 2026, Paltrow will take the main stage to explore how curiosity and intentional strategy can fuel meaningful brand evolution. Her keynote will cover how leaders can build communities that feel personal and connected, create content that drives loyalty, identify and act on cultural moments, and scale with purpose – topics that align with this year’s Summit theme, Where Insights Inspire.

Following the success of past events featuring speakers such as Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Reynolds, Trevor Noah, and Bethenny Frankel, Meltwater Summit 2026 enters its fourth year of bringing together the most influential voices in marketing, PR and communications. The event offers attendees an opportunity to learn from industry leaders, exchange ideas, and future–proof their strategies in an increasingly complex media and communications landscape.

In addition to Paltrow, Meltwater Summit 2026 will feature industry–leading brands and influential leaders sharing strategies and tactics that drive measurable success. Sessions will explore the latest trends shaping marketing and communications – from AI agents to insight–driven storytelling – and examining how data can drive the ideas and innovation that move brands forward.

“Gwyneth has an incredible ability to turn creativity, intuition, and data into bold–storytelling that truly connects with her audiences on a deeper level,” said Jenny Force, VP Global Marketing at Meltwater. “As brand leaders navigate constant change, her perspective on culture, community and reinvention is sure to inspire Summit attendees with fresh ideas that spark creative thinking, innovation and lasting impact.”

To learn more about Meltwater Summit 2026 and how to register, visit Meltwater Summit 2026.

For more information, please contact:
Stacy Slayden
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About Meltwater
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Countdown for a Cure Partners with Dr. Taz Bhatia M.D. and hol+ to Advance Mitochondrial Research and Awareness

ATLANTA, Jan. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Dr. Taz Bhatia M.D., a nationally recognized integrative medicine physician, author, and founder of hol+, has partnered with nonprofit Countdown for a Cure (CFAC) to help advance awareness, education, and funding for mitochondrial research. As part of this collaboration, Dr. Taz will serve as Host of CFAC’s 2026 Evening of Energy Gala, taking place on February 7th, 2026, at The St. Regis Atlanta.

The partnership marks the beginning of a longer–term collaboration rooted in a shared belief that cellular health, and specifically mitochondrial function, is foundational to energy, resilience, and long–term vitality, yet remains one of the most underfunded and under–understood areas of human health.

“We know mitochondria are essential to how we feel, heal, and age — they power how we show up in daily life,” said Dr. Taz. “When energy begins to decline, it’s often the earliest and most overlooked precursor to many chronic diseases we see today. That gap between what we know and what’s possible is where research matters most. I’m honored to host the Evening of Energy Gala and to partner with Countdown for a Cure in supporting the science that will shape the future of prevention, longevity, and root–cause medicine.”

Countdown for a Cure is the only nonprofit dedicated to advancing broad mitochondrial research with applications across rare disease, chronic illness, disease prevention, treatment, longevity, and regenerative health. Grounded in the science of cellular energy, CFAC funds and accelerates research designed not only to advance discovery, but to translate mitochondrial science into real–world clinical and consumer applications, shaping the next generation of diagnostics, precision medicine, and whole–body health. Its work is guided by a Scientific and Medical Advisory Board and Executive Committee comprised of leading physicians, biomedical scientists, clinical geneticists, metabolic and mitochondrial disease researchers, longevity and systems biology experts, and technology innovators advancing AI–driven biological discovery.

“Dr. Taz brings a rare ability to translate complex science into meaningful, real–world understanding,” said Mitzi Solomon, Co–Founder and President of Countdown for a Cure. “Her voice, platform, and curiosity align deeply with our mission. Having her host the Evening of Energy Gala is not just an honor, it’s a powerful opportunity to broaden awareness and invite more people into this important work.”

As recently highlighted in a feature by USA Today, Dr. Taz has reimagined the future of health with the launch of hol+. This new functional medical home combines the best of eastern and western medicine to create a one stop shop for primary and consultative care, utilizing a holistic approach. Through this partnership, CFAC and hol+ will collaborate on educational content, storytelling, and community engagement that connect everyday experiences—energy levels, metabolic health, stress resilience, and healthy aging—to what’s happening inside our cells. The collaboration will also elevate women’s health as a critical and historically underfunded area of medicine, exploring key life stages such as puberty, reproductive and ovarian aging, and menopause, as well as age–related chronic disease, through a mitochondrial lens. Together, the partnership aims to inspire both individual action and collective investment in the research shaping tomorrow’s health landscape.

About Countdown For A Cure
Countdown For A Cure is the only nonprofit dedicated to accelerating broad mitochondrial science and medicine. The organization funds innovative research, elevates awareness of mitochondrial dysfunction as a critically overlooked driver of disease, and works to bring mitochondrial health out of the shadows and into everyday conversations about vitality, resilience, and longevity. Guided by the belief that Energy Is Everything, Countdown For A Cure is building a movement to transform preventive care and improve healthspan for today and for generations to come.

About the Evening of Energy Gala
The Evening of Energy Gala at The St. Regis Atlanta on February 7th, 2026, is Countdown For A Cure’s signature annual fundraising event, bringing together leaders in science, medicine, biotech, corporate and organizational leadership, philanthropy, entertainment, and wellness for an unforgettable night of purpose and impact. The 2026 gala marks the organization’s third annual event and will spotlight groundbreaking research, inspiring stories, and performances that celebrate the power of cellular energy to change lives. For more information including ticketing and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.countdownforacure.org and follow along on social media @countdownforacure.

About Dr. Taz Bhatia, M.D. and hol+
Dr. Tasneem “Dr. Taz” Bhatia MD—known nationally as Dr. Taz—is a leading physician, media personality, entrepreneur, and visionary founder whose work is reshaping how families across America understand and access holistic, evidence and systems–based healthcare. As host of the acclaimed hol+ podcast show and CEO of the rapidly expanding hol+™ health ecosystem, Dr. Taz has built one of the most influential, trusted, and far–reaching platforms in medicine today.

For more information, visit www.countdownforacure.org
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Contact:

Mitzi Solomon, Founder and President
[email protected] | +1 (917) 715–2381


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50 Years of Dry Gas Seals (1976–2026)

SLOUGH, United Kingdom, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — John Crane, a global leader in flow–control technologies and an innovator in solutions for rotating equipment, and a business of Smiths Group plc, is marking 50 years since a breakthrough that revolutionised gas compression sealing. In 1976, the introduction of the Type 28 dry gas seal transformed compressor reliability and set a new global benchmark for sealing performance, safety and efficiency.

While pioneering work on non–contacting spiral–groove technology began in 1968, and the first commercially installation was achieved in 1975, it was the introduction of the Type 28 dry gas seal in 1976 that created a true turning point for the industry. Since then, dry gas seals have become essential components in centrifugal compressors across applications such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation and, increasingly, hydrogen and carbon–capture applications.

Over the past five decades, continuous innovation has extended sealing performance into new pressures, temperatures and operating conditions. Advances have included bi–directional grooves, ultra–high–pressure capability up to 425 barg / 6164 psig, new materials such as Carbon LF™ and digital diagnostics made possible through John Crane Sense® Turbo, enabling real–time condition monitoring and predictive insights.

Sustainability has also become a defining element of sealing technology. Wet–to–dry gas seal retrofit programmes have delivered CO₂ reductions of around 278,000 tonnes per year in certain customer applications, while modern dry gas seals can reduce methane and fugitive emissions by up to 95% when replacing traditional oil–lubricated wet seals. The latest separation seal designs, such as the Type 93AX further reduces nitrogen consumption by up to 80% compared to traditional carbon ring assemblies, supporting operators’ energy efficiency goals.

Today, John Crane’s dry gas seals support a global installed base numbering in the thousands, backed by over 200 manufacturing, sales and service centres, including 12 turbo service centres worldwide. This combination of technology leadership, global reach and on–site expertise continues to support customers’ operational reliability, environmental performance and safety goals.

“Dry gas seals transformed compressor reliability and set a new industry standard in 1976,” said Rubén Álvarez, President of John Crane. “Our 50–year anniversary not only celebrates a milestone in engineering innovation but also recognises the continued dedication of our global teams and the customers who have trusted our technology for decades. We remain committed to advancing sealing solutions that support reliability, efficiency and the future of sustainable energy.”

Throughout 2026, John Crane will mark the anniversary with the release of technical papers, global customer stories, historical reflections, and multimedia content celebrating the evolution of dry gas seal technology from its pioneering origins to today’s advanced sealing solutions engineered for the next generation of energy.

About John Crane
John Crane is a global leader in flow–control technologies and an innovator in solutions for rotating equipment in the energy and process industries. Our portfolio spans mechanical seals, systems, couplings and filtration systems, supported by advanced service solutions and digital diagnostics. With over 200 service, sales and manufacturing centres across 50 countries, John Crane is an integral pillar of Smiths Group plc, a FTSE 100 industrial technology company dedicated to engineering a better future.

Learn more at www.johncrane.com.

Contact: William Lowden: [email protected]


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