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Singles Seek Respect During National Singles Week

“Singles are the Rodney Dangerfields of our society,” says Rich Gosse, Chairman of The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization.

San Rafael, CA, August 30, 2011 - “Singles are the Rodney Dangerfields of our society,” says Rich Gosse, Chairman of The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization. “They can't get no respect. Singles are the victims of systematic discrimination, particularly in the areas of Taxes, Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Employee Benefits, Housing, and Unemployment Benefits. That’s why we are proud to be the official sponsor of National Singles Week, September 18-24, 2011, the only week dedicated to the recognition of the special contributions of all singles. The first National Singles Week was in 1982. The week has been declared by official proclamation of Governors throughout America, including California, and is listed in Chase's Calendar of Events, a directory of such events for the country.

“Latest statistics reveal that there are 90 million single adults in America,” says Mr. Gosse, who is America’s foremost authority on the single lifestyle. He is the author of eight books on this subject, including Singles Guide to America, You CAN Hurry Love, and A Good Man Is EASY to Find (“This is a great book!” – Oprah Winfrey). His expert advice has been featured by ABC, BBC, CBS, CNBC, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Playboy, Playgirl, Business Week, The London Times, The Australian, The New Zealand Herald, and hundreds of other media outlets worldwide. Rich Gosse is the first candidate in history to campaign on a “Fairness for Singles Platform,” when he ran for Governor in California’s historic Recall Election in 2003.

Mr. Gosse is available to the news media to discuss National Singles Week and Fairness for Singles by calling 415/479-3800. His website is http://www.RichGosse.com.

WHAT THE NEWS MEDIA SAYS ABOUT RICH GOSSE

"America's leading singles-ologist." Sydney Morning Herald

"The Sultan of Singledom." The West Australian and The Sacramento Bee

"The Date Doctor." Associated Press

"Mr. Single." San Francisco Chronicle

"The Singles Guru." Las Vegas Review Journal

"America's foremost authority on finding a romantic partner."

National Singles Register

"The High Guru of Happy Singledom." Oakland Tribune

"The Billy Graham of the Singles World." New Zealand Herald

"Cupid's Proxy." Long Beach Press Telegram

"Mr. Single of California." Riverside Press-Enterprise

“A Walking Encyclopaedia on Luring the Opposite Sex.” New Zealand Herald

"The Singles Evangelist." Vallejo Times-Herald

"The Singles Swami." Tacoma News Tribune and San Francisco Examiner

"The Love Guru." Santa Barbara News-Press

“The Dating Maven.” Hayward Daily Review

“The Love Doctor.” Waukesha WI Freeman

“America’s foremost flirting authority.” New Zealand Herald on Sunday

About The Society of Single Professionals:

Society of Single Professionals is the events division of American Singles Education, Inc., world's largest non-profit singles organization. We are the only organization that runs events for singles worldwide, on 6 continents. Our Singles Travel Company division organizes dozens of affordable group tours for singles each year, to exotic destinations worldwide. We also operate The Singles Podcasting Network, featuring interviews with major authors and experts on dating and the single lifestyle.

Contact:

Rich Gosse

Society of Single Professionals

205 Mark Twain Avenue

San Rafael, CA 94903

415-507-9962

richgosse@richgosse.com

http://www.cougarevents.com

New Book Discusses the Master Key to Weight Management for Life

At least two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

New York, NY, August 30, 2011 - At least two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC survey found that 54% of Americans are trying to lose weight. With so many Americans trying to lose weight and so many options, why is the situation at a standstill or even getting worse? Why are so many dieters left frustrated with lack of results?

“Almost every food today is either sugar-laden or a sugar and fat combination. Our bodies are very sensitive to fluctuations in blood sugar. Excess blood sugar is converted to body fat via the hormone insulin. For any fat-loss efforts to be successful, blood sugar levels must be addressed and controlled,” say Dian Griesel, Ph.D. and Tom Griesel, co-authors of the amazing rapid fat loss book TurboCharged: Accelerate Your Fat Burning Metabolism, Get Lean Fast and Leave Diet and Exercise Rules in the Dust (April 2011, BSH).

Science backs them up. Constant presence of excess blood sugar and resulting insulin spikes are the leading cause of diabetes, insulin resistance and other serious metabolic disorders.

Humans evolved on a diet of fruits, vegetables, tubers, nuts, seeds and animal protein whenever they could catch something. None of these natural foods will result in excess blood sugar levels when consumed in reasonable amounts and in proper combination. The Griesels conclude: “Excess weight and especially excess body fat can be shed rather quickly and painlessly by working with your body instead of against it.” This, along with appropriate activities that get us up and moving are the “Master Keys” to lean bodies and optimal health.

FPL helps restore power to customers in heavily flooded and tree-damaged path of Hurricane Irene

FPL continues to support Delmarva Power's local recovery efforts in Delaware following Hurricane Irene. FPL has deployed 160 employees and contractors to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

Juno Beach, FL, USA, August 30, 2011 -- FPL continues to support Delmarva Power's local recovery efforts in Delaware following Hurricane Irene. FPL has deployed 160 employees and contractors to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

In the second installment of FPL’s blogs from the field, FPL lineperson Khristal Hunter shares her experience traveling out of state with FPL crews to help restore power to customers impacted by a major weather event. Khristal was interviewed about her first few days cleaning up the aftermath of Hurricane Irene while she and the rest of her crew were en route to a restoration site this morning in Newark, Del.

Q: How are you? What type of damage are you seeing up in Delaware?

A: It's going well, we are making progress. We're seeing a lot of trees on wires, but once our vegetation management crews remove the debris, we are able to get in there and set fuses again to get the power back on. It's always a good feeling whenever you restore power, I don't care how many times it happens.

Most of the damage that we're seeing is tree-related, but there is quite a bit of flooding too. The big difference I've noted, coming from Broward County, is all the space between the houses and the distance from the road carrying the power to the actual residence -- houses are set back so far from the road. In some cases, the homeowners probably don't even know we're out in front of their home! Now, that's different!

Q: While female crew members are a minority, you are the only female linesperson in FPL's restoration team up there in Delaware. What's that like?

A: It's fine. The guys are great.

Q: Are you seeing very many customers? What's the reaction been?

A: As I described, the neighborhoods that we are working in are so different from what I'm used to seeing in Florida that we aren't seeing as many customers. But as cars drive by and see us working out in the road, they are waving to us and giving us the thumbs-up.

Q: What else is different from working there versus here?

A: You know, while the destruction of Hurricane Irene is certainly different from what we see day to day in Florida, the biggest difference is the temperature! Sure, it's warm here, but it's way cooler than it is in Miami today! That's a nice change.

Q: Is there anything else that you would like to say or add?

A: Just that I'm proud to be a part of this team and we are very glad to help Delaware. Oh, and hi, mom!

To check out Khristal and her fellow crew members at work today, and for more of FPL's Hurricane Irene restoration images, videos, and real-time updates on FPL's assistance following Hurricane Irene, go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/fplstorm, http://www.facebook.com/FPLConnect and http://www.twitter.com/insideFPL

Media Contact:

Sandra Fine

Florida Power & Light Company

700 Universe Blvd.

Juno Beach, FL 33408

3055670535

sandra.fine@rbbpr.com

http://www.fplblog.com/?p=708

FPL Crews Support Northern Utility's Local Restoration Efforts After Hurricane Irene

FPL is now providing crews to aid in the recovery effort for Hurricane Irene. FPL has sent 160 employees to the Northeast to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

Juno Beach, FL, USA, August 29, 2011 -- As Florida’s largest utility, Florida Power & Light Company has had its share of experience with hurricanes and their aftermath. FPL is now providing crews to aid in the recovery effort for Hurricane Irene. FPL has sent 160 employees to the Northeast to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

One such crew member is Vic Arena, FPL Operations Leader. Vic was interviewed via telephone in Newark, Del., where he is assisting on the front lines of the restoration effort. He is responsible for supervising crews dispatched to Delaware over the weekend to support Delmarva Power’s recovery efforts. A storm restoration veteran, Vic understands how to restore power safely and efficiently.

Q: Where are you? What have you seen so far?

A: Our team arrived in Delaware on Aug. 28 around 8 p.m. Upon arrival, we were briefed by Delmarva Power (which services approximately 498,000 electric delivery customers in Delaware and the Delaware Peninsula.)

On the drive up, we could see some damage and we noticed that there were around 40 miles on I-95 in the area of Richmond, VA, where there were no gas stations in operation, due to lack of power. When we ventured off the interstate, we could see flooded roads and I saw a substation that was 3 feet under water.

From what we have learned today, much of the damage in this area is along the coastal areas. We are waiting for our “job packets” and are looking forward to getting out to the areas that have been impacted by Hurricane Irene and helping Delmarva Power get its customers’ lights back on.

Q: What are the biggest challenges moving a convoy like this through a disaster area?

A: The biggest challenge when you have so many trucks heading north for an extended distance is planning the trip so that you have enough fuel. We have to anticipate how far we can go on a tank, which is about 250 miles for our trucks, and we have to make sure we don't stretch it too far or we could run into an area without of fuel. We're traveling with our own fuel tanker but we don't want to use that unless we have to.

Q: Do you have a sense of the work you'll be called on to start today?

A: We are waiting to get our specific assignments from Delmarva Power, but it will likely involve putting wire back up and placing poles back in. Right now we are setting up our site and taking care of logistics on our end.

Q: What’s the morale like for your crews?

A: They're ready to get to work. It was a long drive and we are ready to get out into the field and help people.

Q: Why does FPL send crews like yours to other states to help in disaster situations?

A: We know what it’s like to experience major storms and just as we are helping Delmarva Power now, we have had to call for help from other utilities in the past.

Sometimes when you go on a trip like this, you see some of the people that came down to help you. It’s a bonding experience and this is an opportunity to give back.

Q: How long will you stay?

It depends on how long Delmarva Power needs our help. I can tell you that when we went to Texas to help out after Hurricane Ike a few years ago, we expected to go for a week and I think we were gone for three weeks. This time we've been told to pack for seven days, but I think we'll be doing laundry.

For more images, videos, and real-time updates on FPL's assistance following Hurricane Irene, go to http://www.flickr.com/fpl/storm, http://www.facebook.com/FPLConnect and http://www.twitter.com/insideFPL.

Media Contact:

FPL Media Line

Florida Power & Light Company

700 Universe Blvd.

Juno Beach, FL 33408

305-552-3888

kristy.kennedy@rbbpr.com

http://www.fpl.com

Telemedicine Market Witnessing Significant Growth in Europe

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Telemedicine market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19 percent.

London, UK, August 29, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Telemedicine market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the growth opportunities in Europe.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Though the United States has been dominating the Global Telemedicine market, Europe and developing nations are rapidly catching up. This shift is occurring mainly of the increase in the number of patients with chronic diseases and the increasing availability of online healthcare services.”

The report also highlights that the lack of standardized classifications is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increase in remote monitoring of patients is expected to keep driving the market. The market is also being boosted by the increase in telesurgery.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Telemedicine market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Philips Healthcare, Agfa Healthcare, Honeywell HomMed, and AMD Telemedicine Inc.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-telemedicine-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Integrated RIS-PACS Adoption Increasing due to Government Initiatives

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Integrated RIS-PACS market in North America is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.8 percent.

London, UK, August 29, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Integrated RIS-PACS market in North America is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.8 percent.

The report, which focuses specifically on North America, indicates that the market is being driven by government initiatives to encourage the move toward e-health records.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Governments across the world have recognized the importance of IT in healthcare and are encouraging the electronic storage of patient records. Healthcare IT systems not only improve ease of use, but also the management of a large amount of patient records, one benefit of which is improved transparency in the medical insurance claim process. The United States government especially has made serious efforts to encourage the adoption of IT healthcare products such as hospital information systems and RIS-PACS to maintain e-health records.”

The report also highlights that security and privacy concerns are hindering the growth of this market. However, the increase in operational efficiency gained by using integrated RIS-PACS is expected to boost market growth. There is also is also a shift from paper-based systems toward digital imaging and information workflow in the Healthcare sector.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Integrated RIS-PACS Market in North America 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including GE Healthcare, McKesson Corp., Philips Healthcare, and Merge Healthcare.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/integrated-ris-pacs-market-north-america-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Demand for Sophisticated Medical Devices Driving Growth of Semiconductor IC Market

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Semiconductor Integrated Circuit (IC) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5 percent.

London, UK, August 29, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Semiconductor Integrated Circuit (IC) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the growing demand for high-end medical devices.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Semiconductor ICs are used extensively in high-end medical devices. The demand for such devices has been growing consistently with technological advancements in healthcare. Smart chips in particular have been aiding doctors to diagnose critical illnesses. As a result, there is increasing demand for semiconductor ICs.”

The report also highlights that the demand for more economic ICs is hindering the growth of this market. However, the demand for advanced telecommunications infrastructure is expected to keep driving the market. There is also a trend in this market of semiconductor vendors going fabless. These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Semiconductor Integrated Circuit Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Intel Corp., Samsung Electronics, Toshiba Corp., and Texas Instruments.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-semiconductor-integrated-circuit-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Movea and SMK Partner to Deliver SmartMotion® Enabled "RemoPad™"

New motion enabled remote control creates opportunities for Cable, Satellite & IPTV Operators to enhance Digital TV services.

Zaventem, Belgium - August 29th, 2011 -- SMK Europe N.V. today unveiled its new RemoPad that integrates Movea’s SmartMotion® technology to create a next generation remote control for Cable, Satellite and IPTV operators. Movea’s advanced motion sensing technologies enable the RemoPad to use gesture recognition that simplifies navigating through the user interface, reduces the button count of traditional remotes, and offers a more natural, intuitive way to interact with next generation TV services.

“We are excited to see SMK, the world’s largest remote control manufacturer, expanding our partnership around Movea’s MotionIC platform,” said Sam Guilaumé, CEO of Movea, “and we are delighted that they have built on it to create an innovative device that will set the standard for the next generation of interactive multimedia entertainment.”

Patrick Delanoeije, General Manager of SMK Europe, added, “At IBC 2011, SMK will showcase new and intuitive paradigms for navigating and consuming rich digital media, based on Movea’s SmartMotion Technology and SMK’s advanced remote control devices. Movea has been a very supportive partner in helping us rapidly develop exciting new motion-driven capabilities that enable unique ways of interacting with content, drive adoption of TV applications such as interactive games, and improve User Interface navigation for an enhanced entertainment experience that drives subscriber retention.”

As the world leader in the development and production of remote control solutions, SMK has partnered with Movea to drive technology and create control devices for the new wave of Set-Top Boxes (STBs) and Interactive TV services. Through product demonstrations and discussions with Service Providers and STB suppliers, SMK is reinforcing its commitment to integrate motion sensing with advanced pointing devices that deliver the vision of motion-driven UI’s for navigating digital media.

Movea’s SmartMotion technology, perfected and commercially proven with over more than 20 years of development, ensure jitter-free, pixel accurate control with smooth and precise movement that is as simple and intuitive to use as “point and click”. Advanced gesture recognition is also available for an even more interactive user experience. Libraries of gestures can enable remote controls with custom gestures to interact with content and applications, as well as air signature authentication for each member of the family which loads up a personalized set of favorite stations and preferences, as well as enabling targeted advertising and more.

SMK will be exhibiting within RAI Convention Center in addressing leading Service Providers and STB suppliers on September 9-13th within Stand 1.C90, in addition to hosting private meetings rooms on September 10th & 12th. Through these product demonstrations and discussions with Service Providers and STB suppliers, SMK is reinforcing its commitment to integrate motion sensing with advanced pointing devices, using Movea’s MotionIC technology, and deliver on the vision of motion-driven UI’s for navigating digital media. Additionally, SMK will make a limited production of “RemoPad” prototypes available to strategic Middleware, Service Provider and STB targets to enable partners to validate business case, feature-set, and his extended pointing device capabilities.

SMK Europe N.V.

SMK Europe is a subsidiary of SMK Corporation. SMK Corporation is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and was first established in 1925. It manufacturers, develops and markets components used by major OEM’s in the field of Communications, Information, Audio-Visual, Car Electronics and Home Electronics. With European Sales operations in Brussels, Belgium and R&D in UK, and with local manufacturing facilities in Hungary, in addition to SMK’s global 12 factories, SMK is strategically positioned to supply electronics solutions to OEM’s and market leaders engaged in Personal Computing, Consumer Electronics manufacturers and the Subscription Television industry. SMK maintains the dominant worldwide position in the supply of remote controls, producing greater than 70 million units annually, and has strongly invested in the market of devices supporting rich media, interactive and advanced TV features. Further information can be found at http://www.smk.co.jp.

SMK contact

Patrick Delanoeije

+32 (0)2 720 98 83

patrickd@smk.co.jp

Movea

Movea is a leading provider of motion processing chips, software, firmware, and IP for the Consumer Electronics industry. Movea's unique motion processing capabilities enable customers and partners to quickly add motion intelligence to their products, meaning reduced risk, cost, and Time-to-Market for delivering compelling new motion-based features that create more end-user value. Movea has a global reach with headquarters in Grenoble, France, a U.S. subsidiary in Silicon Valley, California, as well as technology partners, manufacturing partners and distributors around the world. Further information about Movea can be found at http://www.movea.com.

Movea contact

UK/EMEA

Nigel Robson, Vortex PR

+44 (0) 1481 233080

nigel@vortexpr.com

North America

Mark Karayan, Stearns and Johnson

+1 415-397-7600

mkarayan@stearnsjohnson.com

SmartMotion and MotionIC are registered trademarks of Movea SA

RemoPad is a trademark of SMK Europe N.V.

Lower Cost of Computational Fluid Dynamics Software in the Electronics Industry Driving Demand

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) market in the Electronics Industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.7 percent.

London, UK, August 28, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) market in the Electronics Industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.7 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the APAC and EMEA regions, indicates that the market is being driven by decreasing implementation costs.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “High CFD license costs were a major barrier to the adoption of CFD in the Electronics industry. However, with the introduction of lower license costs and new licensing models, leading electronic companies such as Samsung Electronics and Panasonic, have been adopting CFD software to simulate heat dissipation in electronic circuits and devices.”

The report also highlights that the growing popularity of open source solutions is hindering the growth of this market. However, the use of CFD to reduce design and production costs is expected to keep driving the market.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Computational Fluid Dynamics Market in the Electronics Industry 2010-2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including ANSYS, Mentor Graphics and CD-adapco.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-computational-fluid-dynamics-market-electronics-industry-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Electric Vehicle Market Witnessing Emergence of Zero Emission Vehicles

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Electric Vehicle market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 30.1 percent.

London, UK, August 28, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Electric Vehicle market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 30.1 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas, the EMEA region, and the APAC region (especially China) indicates that the market is being driven by rising oil prices.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “With oil prices continuing to rise, the commuting cost is also likely to go up. Thus, automobile buyers are showing interest in buying vehicles with cheaper fuel options that will help them bring down costs. Moreover, electricity is fast gaining popularity as an economic and environmentally friendly option for vehicles.”

The report also highlights that the high price and limited driving range of electric vehicles is hindering the growth of this market. However, the push by various governments to encourage the adoption of green technology is expected to keep driving this market. There is also a trend in this market of vendors focusing on zero emission vehicles.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Electric Vehicle Market (BEVs, PHEVs, HEVs) 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Toyota Motors Corp., Honda Motors Co. Ltd., Ford Motor Co., and General Motors Co.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-electric-vehicle-market-bevs-phevs-hevs-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

CAD Software Helping to Achieve Significant Design Cost Savings

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Asia Pacific CAD Software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.4 percent.

London, UK, August 28, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Asia Pacific CAD Software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.4 percent.

The report, which focuses specifically on the Asia Pacific region, indicates that the market is being driven by the significant savings that CAD software can help companies achieve in terms of product design and development.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Product design is the one of the key areas of focus for the manufacturing industry. It is estimated that 80 percent of the entire product cost depends on the product design. The use of CAD software to effectively design components helps to reduce MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) and related expenses during the production cycle.”

The report also highlights that the increasing number of counterfeit products is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increased adoption of CAD software by several industries is expected to keep boosting demand. There is also increasing demand from the MSME sector.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, CAD Software Market in the Asia Pacific 2010-2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Autodesk Inc., Dassault Systèmes SA, Siemens PLM, and Parametric Technology Corp.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/cad-software-market-asia-pacific-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

FRA seeks support for new Brazilian forestry fund

A new Brazilian timber investment fund has attracted support from Forestry Research Associates (FRA), the research and analysis consultancy that concentrates on the forestry industry.

Seattle, United States, August 27, 2011 -- A new Brazilian timber investment fund has attracted support from Forestry Research Associates (FRA), a research and analysis consultancy that concentrates on the forestry industry.

The new VBI Timberland Fund intends to raise $350 million through the scheme, which it will then invest in sustainable forestry projects in Brazil. The fund is aiming to put most of the money towards plantations of eucalyptus, a timber that is popular in the manufacture of furniture and can also be used in the steel industry once turned into charcoal.

The fund is being structured over 15 years and has a closed-end structure. Peter Collins, an analyst at FRA, said, “The launch of this fund is great news for the forestry investment sector and is likely to prove popular among those looking for an investment opportunity that is both profitable and ethical.”

The annual internal rate of return being targeted is an impressive 14 per cent and the first closing is expected to be in December 2011. Mr Collins added “FRA welcomes the news that the projects invested in will all either be certified by the Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification, or by the Forest Stewardship Council.”

The forestry projects will be managed by Brazil Timber and Vision Brazil Investment (VBI) will act as investment manager for the fund. VBI claims the returns should be higher than some funds operating in other countries thanks to a combination of low land prices and high forestry productivity in Brazil.

Greenwood Management is another firm operating a forestry investment opportunity in Brazil. However, Greenwood’s investors are given the chance to make a direct investment in the forested land itself. Their returns are based on the increase in the value of the timber as it grows.

Mr Collins concluded, “Brazil is a great centre of forestry investment due largely to the booming domestic market for charcoal used by the steel industry. Construction firms are busy preparing for the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics, while the government has all but banned the use of native trees in the production of charcoal in the steel industry."

“These combined make it a good time to be growing non-native trees in Brazil,” he added.

About Forestry Research Associates

Forestry Research Associates is a research and advisory consultancy that focuses on forestry management, sustainability issues and forestry investment around the globe.

Media Contact:

Peter Collins

Forestry Research Associates

620 Vineyard Lane

Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

(206) 316 8394

info@forestry-research.com

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Delay in pre-pack administration changes no surprise says Business Sale Report

The announcement that the changes to the pre-pack administration process are to be delayed until next year has not come as a surprise to many, according to industry experts at the Business Sale Report (BSR).

London, UK, August 27, 2011 -- The announcement that the changes to the pre-pack administration process are to be delayed until next year has not come as a surprise to many, according to industry experts at the Business Sale Report (BSR).

BSR Head of Business Appraisals, Stephen Ideh, said that the changes are necessary, but that April - when the changes are expected to now be implemented - has historically been the favoured month for insolvency-related updates.

"The delay in the pre-pack reform will come as no surprise to many," said Ideh. "There has been heavy debate on the subject for months."

Confirmation of the delay came from the Insolvency Service this week. The changes are set to include giving creditors three days' notice before a company is sold to a connected party or business.

The minister in charge of insolvency, Ed Davey, had previously said that the amendments would be implemented before the end of this year, but an Insolvency Service spokesman said that they had needed to consider all opinions in deciding when to put the changes into force.

"Following discussions with stakeholders, amendments are being made to the Statutory Instrument (SI) by our lawyers," he said. "The SI will not be coming into force by the end of this year and we are now aiming for next year."

Ideh explained that pre-pack administrations - which involve marketing a business prior to it entering administration and selling immediately thereafter, sometimes back to its directors or previous owners - are considered to be very convenient tools by insolvency practitioners. He said that giving creditors more time to have their say, however, is a welcome move.

"Insolvency practitioners claim the procedure often helps limit job loss and maintains customer and supplier confidence, which can often be damaged by liquidation or asset sale," Ideh pointed out. "On the other hand many creditors view pre-packs as an easy escape for directors who have failed to meet up with their repayments and through the pre-pack deal, are now allowed a new lease of life buying the business back with limited liability and a reduced company debt owed."

"The question arises as to whether those ultimately responsible for the company’s demise are best suited to run the company going forward. In our opinion creditors deserve more time to have a say in the matter."

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Business Sale Report is the leading independent provider of mid-market business for sale listings information, supplying subscribers access to a comprehensive database of companies for sale with an annual turnover of between £200,000 and £10 million. The Business Sale Report also runs a daily email alert service that notifies subscribers about distressed business opportunities. These include businesses that have just appointed administrators and companies that have been issued with winding-up petitions.

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AAA speaks out in support of China red wine investment fund

Reports of China’s first red wine investment fund have been welcomed by Alternative Asset Analysis, an organization that promotes alternative investments.

Boston, MA, USA - August 27, 2011 -- Reports of China’s first red wine investment fund have been welcomed by Alternative Asset Analysis, an organization that promotes alternative investments.

In a move that reflects the growing appetite for the most alternative of alternative asset classes, the DeRouge Fund plans to raise $156 million through its investment in fine red wines.

A consultancy, Z-Ben Advisers, claims that the new fund is a sensible response to the growing demand from the affluent Chinese population for a chance to invest in assets that are much less affected by the performance of the equity markets, and often the strength of the economy itself.

AAA said that this type of super-alternative investment is growing in popularity as more people realise the money to be made from such investments. Anthony Johnson, AAA’s analysis partner explained “Similar funds based out of London have seen their returns rise by almost 70 per cent over the past eight years, so it’s clear that returns can be strong despite the risk being lower.”

High value storable good that are in limited supply, such as red wine, are the latest alternative asset class to hit the market and it is proving an interesting and popular choice among those committed to reducing their exposure to traditional investments.

Mr Johnson added, “More and more people in China are seeing their cash reserve increase as their economy grows. However, they are also aware that the global economy is anything but stable and that a safe haven for their cash is extremely valuable.”

AAA advocates investments in a variety of interesting alternative assets classes, including real estate, impact investment projects and sustainable forestry in emerging economies, such as Greenwood Management's forestry project in Brazil. “You don't need to look too far these days for an investment opportunity that is as ethical as it is profitable,” stated Mr Johnson.

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The remit of Alternative Asset Analysis is to analyse and provide news on the global performance of a wide range of alternative asset classes including, but not restricted to, commodities, real estate, forestry, foreign exchange, hedge funds, private equity and venture capital.

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