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Nabors Energy Transition Corp. II Announces Extension of Deadline to Complete Business Combination
HOUSTON, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nabors Energy Transition Corp. II (Nasdaq: NETD) (“NETD” or the “Company”) announced that its board of directors has elected to extend the date by which NETD has to consummate a business combination by one additional month from September 18, 2025 to October 18, 2025 (the “Extension”), as permitted under NETD’s second amended and restated memorandum and articles of association. The Extension provides NETD with additional time to complete its previously announced initial business combination with e2Companies LLC (“e2”).
In connection with the Extension, Nabors Lux 2 S.a.r.l. (“Nabors Lux“), an affiliate of Nabors Energy Transition Sponsor II LLC (the “Sponsor”), has deposited $250,000 (the “Extension Payment”) into NETD’s trust account for its public shareholders (the “Trust Account”), which enables NETD to effectuate the Extension. Nabors Lux loaned the Extension Payment to NETD through a non-interest-bearing loan. If NETD consummates an initial business combination, it will repay the loan out of the proceeds of the Trust Account or, at the option of the Sponsor, convert all or a portion of the loan into warrants for $1.00 per warrant, which warrants will be identical to the warrants issued by NETD in a private placement in connection with NETD’s initial public offering. If NETD does not consummate an initial business combination, it will repay the loan only from funds held outside of the Trust Account.
About Nabors Energy Transition Corp. II
NETD is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities. The Company focused its search for a target business on companies that identify solutions, opportunities, companies or technologies that focus on advancing the energy transition; specifically, ones that facilitate, improve or complement the reduction of carbon or greenhouse gas emissions while satisfying growing energy consumption across markets globally.
Important Information for Shareholders
This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or constitute a solicitation of any vote or approval.
In connection with the transactions contemplated by the Business Combination Agreement and Plan of Reorganization, dated February 11, 2025 (the “Transactions”), NETD and e2 will file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) the Registration Statement on Form S-4 (the “Registration Statement”), which will include (i) a preliminary prospectus of NETD relating to the offer of securities to be issued in connection with the Transactions, (ii) a preliminary proxy statement of NETD to be distributed to holders of NETD’s capital shares in connection with NETD’s solicitation of proxies for vote by NETD’s shareholders with respect to the Transactions and other matters described in the Registration Statement and (iii) a consent solicitation statement of e2 to be distributed to unitholders of e2 in connection with e2’s solicitation for votes to approve the Transactions. NETD and e2 also plan to file other documents with the SEC regarding the Transactions. After the Registration Statement has been declared effective by the SEC, a definitive proxy statement/consent solicitation statement/prospectus will be mailed to the shareholders of NETD and unitholders of e2. INVESTORS AND SECURITY HOLDERS OF NETD AND E2 ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT, THE PROXY STATEMENT/CONSENT SOLICITATION STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS CONTAINED THEREIN (INCLUDING ALL AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS THERETO) AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS RELATING TO THE TRANSACTIONS THAT WILL BE FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY WHEN THEY BECOME AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRANSACTIONS.
Investors and security holders will be able to obtain free copies of the proxy statement/consent solicitation statement/prospectus and other documents containing important information about NETD and e2 once such documents are filed with the SEC, through the website maintained by the SEC at http://www.sec.gov. In addition, the documents filed by NETD may be obtained free of charge from NETD’s website at www.nabors-etcorp.com or by written request to NETD at 515 West Greens Road, Suite 1200, Houston, TX 77067.
Participants in the Solicitation
NETD, Nabors Industries Ltd., e2 and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from the shareholders of NETD in connection with the Transactions. Information about the directors and executive officers of NETD is set forth in NETD’s Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the SEC on April 2, 2025. To the extent that holdings of NETD’s securities have changed since the amounts printed in NETD’s Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2024, such changes have been or will be reflected on Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC. Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, will be contained in the proxy statement/consent solicitation statement/prospectus and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC when they become available. You may obtain free copies of these documents as described in the preceding paragraph.
Forward-Looking Statements
The information included herein and in any oral statements made in connection herewith include “forward-looking statements”. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included herein, regarding the Transactions, NETD’s and e2’s ability to consummate the Transactions, the benefits of the Transactions and NETD’s and e2’s future financial performance following the Transactions, as well as NETD’s and e2’s strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects, plans and objectives of management are forward-looking statements. When used herein, including any oral statements made in connection herewith, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. These forward-looking statements are based on NETD and e2 management’s current expectations and assumptions about future events and are based on currently available information as to the outcome and timing of future events. Except as otherwise required by applicable law, NETD and e2 disclaim any duty to update any forward-looking statements, all of which are expressly qualified by the statements in this section, to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. NETD and e2 caution you that these forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the control of NETD and e2. These risks include, but are not limited to, general economic, financial, legal, political and business conditions and changes in domestic and foreign markets; the inability of the parties to successfully or timely consummate the Transactions or to satisfy the conditions to the closing of the Transactions, including satisfaction of the minimum proceeds condition and the risk that any required regulatory approvals are not obtained, are delayed or are subject to unanticipated conditions that could adversely affect the combined company; the risk that the approval of the shareholders of NETD for the Transactions is not obtained; the failure to realize the anticipated benefits of the Transactions, including as a result of a delay in consummating the Transactions or difficulty in, or costs associated with, integrating the businesses of NETD and e2; the amount of redemption requests made by NETD’s shareholders; the outcome of any current or future legal proceedings or regulatory investigations, including any that may be instituted against NETD or e2 following announcement of the Transactions; the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of NETD and e2 to terminate the definitive agreements related to the Transactions; difficulties or delays in the development of e2’s business; the risks related to the rollout of e2’s business and the timing of expected business milestones; potential benefits and commercial attractiveness to its customers of e2’s products; the potential success of e2’s marketing and expansion strategies; the effects of competition on e2’s future business; the ability of e2 to convert its currently contracted revenues from new original equipment manufacturer sales and energy service agreements into actual revenue; the ability of e2 to recruit and retain key executives, employees and consultants; and the ability of e2 management to successfully manage a public company. Should one or more of the risks or uncertainties described herein and in any oral statements made in connection therewith occur, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results and plans could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning these and other factors that may impact NETD’s expectations can be found in NETD’s periodic filings with the SEC, including NETD’s Annual Report on Form 10-K/A filed with the SEC on April 2, 2025 and any subsequently filed Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. NETD’s SEC filings are available publicly on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.
Investor Relations Contact
William C. Conroy, CFA
+1 281-775-2423
william.conroy@nabors-etcorp.com
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MIDAS and OLEON join forces to advance sustainable immersion cooling for data centers
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MIDAS, a pioneer in immersion cooling for data centers, is partnering with Oleon, a trusted provider of sustainable, bio-based oleochemical products. Following extensive testing, Oleon’s Qloe™ fluids have been officially approved for use in MIDAS’ advanced plug-and-play immersion systems—marking a significant step forward in sustainable high-performance data-center cooling.
The collaboration arrives as AI, high performance computing (HPC), and crypto workloads drive unprecedented heat densities amid increasing energy and water constraints.
Together, MIDAS and Oleon will deliver efficient, sustainable cooling that meets both performance and environmental requirements.
Next-Generation Immersion Cooling
MIDAS’ immersion systems are engineered for the extreme demands of modern workloads, delivering significant energy savings and space reduction with built-in redundancy for maximum reliability. This scalable, future-ready approach enables higher density with a smaller environmental footprint.
Oleon’s Qloe™ fluids complement these systems: derived from renewable plant-based sources, they are biodegradable, non-toxic, and environmentally responsible. With excellent dielectric strength, high thermal transfer, low viscosity, and high flash points, Qloe™ is ideal for safe, high-performance immersion cooling.
“Data centers shouldn’t have to choose between density and sustainability,” said Scott Sickmiller, CEO of MIDAS Immersion. “By combining MIDAS’s proven immersion platforms with Oleon’s Qloe™ fluid, customers gain reliable thermal headroom with renewable, biodegradable chemistry—ready for AI at scale.”
“The collaboration with Midas has been great,” said Maarten Trautmann, Data Center Fluids Lead at Oleon. “Midas has a long history of immersion cooling deployments and we’ve proven the compatibility of our systems, with a drive to sustainability and performance. I look forward to collaborating with Midas on a global scale.”
About MIDAS – MIDAS revolutionizes data-center cooling with plug-and-play immersion systems for AI, HPC, and crypto workloads—delivering energy and space savings, built-in redundancy, scalability, and sustainability backed by proven global deployments.
More information: https://midasimmersion.com/ | LinkedIn
About Oleon – Oleon specialises in the development and production of sustainable chemical solutions derived from natural, renewable resources. With a strong commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, Oleon’s Qloe™ fluids represent the forefront of eco-friendly, high-performance dielectric cooling technology.
More information: www.oleon.com | Linkedin
For inquiries or a personalized demo, contact johng@midasgt.com
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Ballard to launch FCmove®-SC fuel cell at Busworld: improved performance and lifecycle cost on the road to diesel parity
New fuel cell engineered to power city transit buses – lower cost, simplified vehicle integration, smarter fleet services, and enhanced safety
VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) will unveil its new-generation transit fuel cell module, the FCmove®-SC, at Busworld in Brussels on 4–9 October 2025. Designed for city transit duty, the FCmove®-SC builds on Ballard’s market-leading FCmove family to deliver greater sustained power, simplified vehicle integration, improved in-service performance and lower lifecycle cost as part of Ballard’s roadmap toward diesel parity.
“The FCmove®-SC is the latest product on Ballard’s new core product platform which anchors broader advances targeting the industry’s core challenge: narrowing the gap in cost of ownership parity with legacy diesel systems,” said Kevin Colbow, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Ballard. “The fuel cell design significantly reduces integration complexity for bus manufacturers while improving life-time cost and performance for transit operators.”
The FCmove®-SC offers several enhancements for bus manufacturers and operators:
- 30% increase in system power (end-of-life) with improved durability, operating and freeze-start temperatures and higher power density.
- 25% increase in volumetric power density through integrated DC/DC packaging.
- 25% higher maximum radiator outlet temperature (60°C → 75°C), simplifying vehicle thermal management.
- 40% reduction in total part count.
Lower lifecycle cost, better performance
The FCmove®-SC targets a peak power capability of at least 75 kW, optimized for consistent in-service output and higher thermal margins for improved efficiency. These attributes support smaller cooling requirements and provide more usable waste heat for cabin heating — all intended to reduce operating cost and enable competitive total cost of ownership versus legacy diesel systems. Efficient subsystems support an expected service life of approximately 25,000 operating hours under standard transit duty cycles.
Simpler integration
By internalizing the DC/DC converter and power controller, the FCmove®-SC consolidates functionality into a smaller, more serviceable package. Fewer external interfaces and routable parts simplify powertrain integration and reduce diagnostics and preventive maintenance requirements.
Intelligent services
Ballard is upgrading its fleet services to pair the FCmove®-SC with predictive maintenance and analytics. Onboard communications and Ballard’s FCServiceCloud Customer Insight portal enables preventive and predictive maintenance workflows, helping operators maximize uptime and lower lifecycle support costs.
Enhanced safety
Enhanced safety is central to the FCmove®-SC architecture which introduces industry-leading safety features. The PEM stack enclosure incorporates a new internal geometry that inhibits hydrogen-related risks. This passive safety measure reduces dependence on conventional active safety features such as sensors and software controls.
Proven field performance
The new FCmove®-SC draws on Ballard’s extensive on-road experience. In Europe, Ballard has deployed more than 850 vehicles across cities on the continent. Ballard’s FCmove®-HD module has been produced, scaled, and successfully operated over nearly a hundred million service kilometers. This market-leading operational base has informed FCmove®-SC’s new design, architecture, and component subsystems resulting in lower total cost of ownership for transit operators.
“Our focus is to deliver practical, measurable steps that move fuel cell buses closer to diesel parity,” said David Mucciacciaro, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. “We’re benefitting from the most operational experience in the bus segment and on insights from our long-standing customers, to deliver a solution that simplifies vehicle integration, reduces operating and maintenance costs – backed by services that keep fleets reliably on the road.”
Ballard will exhibit the FCmove®-SC and other transit solutions in Hall 9, Stand 579 at Busworld at the Brussels Expo, 4–9 October. Demonstrations are by invitation; transit operators and OEMs interested in scheduling should contact Ballard’s marketing team.
About Ballard Power Systems
Ballard Power Systems’ (NASDAQ: BLDP; TSX: BLDP) vision is to deliver fuel cell power for a sustainable planet. Ballard zero-emission PEM fuel cells enable electrification of mobility, including buses, commercial trucks, trains, marine vessels, and stationary power. To learn more about Ballard, please visit www.ballard.com.
This release contains forward-looking statements concerning anticipated performance, cost, serviceability, and other customer benefits of our products and services. These forward-looking statements reflect Ballard’s current expectations as contemplated under section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any such forward-looking statements are based on Ballard’s assumptions relating to its financial forecasts and expectations regarding its product development efforts, manufacturing capacity, and market demand.
These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause Ballard’s actual results to be materially different, including general economic and regulatory changes, detrimental reliance on third parties, successfully achieving our business plans and achieving and sustaining profitability. For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors that could affect Ballard’s future performance, please refer to Ballard’s most recent Annual Information Form. Readers should not place undue reliance on Ballard’s forward-looking statements and Ballard assumes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements, other than as required under applicable legislation.
Further Information:
Sumit Kundu – Investor Relations +1.604.453.3517 or investors@ballard.com
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Mondelēz 2024 Snacking Made Right Report: Health & Safety
We believe in creating a safe and healthy working environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors across our locations. This commitment is reflected in our rigorous risk assessments, ongoing training programs, and adherence to global safety standards.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Approximately 0.24 Total Incident Rate (TIR) (18)
- Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) (36)
STRATEGIC APPROACH
Our commitment to health and safety is deeply rooted in our organization, with active support from our CEO and senior leadership team. This commitment extends to fostering an inclusive environment where employees, their representatives, and contractors are actively engaged in shaping our safety journey. We believe in meaningful consultation, so their valuable input drives continued improvement and strengthens our shared dedication to a healthy and safe workplace for everyone.
We are committed to addressing issues related to health, safety and the environment. Part of that effort involves engaging and empowering our colleagues to live safely, both inside and outside the workplace.
STRIVING TO ENSURE WORKPLACE SAFETY
Our ambition is to achieve an accident-free workplace. We aim to maintain safe practices, environments, and ways of working for everyone who interacts with Mondelēz International. Our safety guiding principles include creating a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees through a proactive approach that prioritizes exceeding applicable health and safety regulations, investing in our people and facilities, and fostering a strong safety culture.
Our comprehensive Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, standards, and non-negotiable commitment to continued improvement help us to maintain a culture of safety and compliance throughout Mondelēz International. We implement rigorous risk assessments, utilize tools and metrics to track progress, invest in comprehensive training and communication, and conduct regular HSE assessments to evaluate our performance.
WORK, PLAY, LIVE, SAFE PROGRAM
Our “Work, Play, Live, Safe” program promotes a culture of safety for everyone on our sites, encompassing employees, contractors, full-time and part-time staff, and even visitors. We extend this commitment across our locations, including factories, distribution centers, tech centers, and other facilities. By providing guiding principles for everyday actions, we aim to provide safe practices, environments, and ways of working for everyone who interacts with Mondelēz International, including:
- Nothing we do is worth getting hurt for.
- All injuries and occupational illnesses can, and must, be prevented.
- We will continually strive for zero incidents.
- Everyone is responsible for safety; leaders are accountable.
- Working safely is a condition of employment.
BUILDING A CULTURE OF WORKPLACE SAFETY
- Our commitment is to create a workplace where safety is paramount, reducing risks across four key areas:
- Occupational Health: Protecting our employees from long- term health issues related to their work environment.
- Personal Safety: Fostering a culture of safety by implementing safe work practices and standards that prioritize the well-being of every individual.
- Process Safety: Enhancing the design, management, and control of potentially hazardous processes within our operations.
- Vehicle Safety: Promoting safe driving practices and improving vehicle-related activities across all functions and operations.
ACTION PLANS AND PROGRESS
WORKPLACE SAFETY PROGRESS
Mondelēz International is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of HSE performance across our global sites. Our commitment is reflected in the following key areas:
OUR INTENT
- Compliance: We are committed to meeting or exceeding all applicable HSE regulations.
- Continuous Improvement: We strive to continuously improve our HSE footprint through investments in our people, processes, and facilities.
- Interdependent HSE Culture: We cultivate a culture of safety where everyone takes responsibility for their own well-being and the well-being of others. This culture is essential for achieving an accident and occupation illness-free work environment and for protecting our planet.
OUR ACHIEVEMENT
Long-Term Impact: In 2024, our continued focus on leadership, capability building, and HSE assessments drove improvements across most safety performance indicators. We achieved a Total Incident Rate (TIR) of approximately 0.24 significantly below the global benchmark of 0.5.(18) Our Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) remained consistently low, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to workplace safety.
Long-Term Impact: Through dedicated efforts in safety culture and Total Safety initiatives, including emergency preparedness procedures, we have seen a reduction in Total Recordable Incidents across operations over the past 10 years.
OUR PRIORITIES FOR 2025
Despite our positive performance, seek continued improvement and are addressing the following areas in 2025:
High Severity Incidents: We are implementing solutions to further improve behaviors, controls, and capabilities across manufacturing and commercial operations to prevent future high severity incidents.
Priority Standards: We are intensifying our focus on closing high- risk gaps, enhancing protection and prevention systems to further strengthen our HSE performance.
M&A Integration: We are investing in resourcing and capabilities to drive integration of Mondelēz International standards and work processes within recently acquired companies.
Commercial Safety: We are revising policies and standards to further enhance safety practices in our warehouses, offices, and vehicle fleet operations.
We remain dedicated to making a positive impact on the world and the communities where we do business, to provide a safe and sustainable future for all.
GOALS AND METRICS
WORKPLACE SAFETY GOAL
Severity and Total Incident Rate (TIR): Continued focus to reduce Severity 1 safety incidents to zero
| 2024 PROGRESS | |
| 2024 | |
| Total Recordable Incidents (#) (36) | 297 |
| Lost Time Incidents (LTI) (#) (36) | 217 |
| Severity 1 Incidents (#) (36) | 9 |
| Total Incident Rate (TIR) (#) (18) | 0.24 |
| Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) (#) (36) | 0.86 |
View the full 2024 Snacking Made Right Report.
(18) 2024 reported information includes data from acquisitions such as Ricolino, Chipita, Clif bar and Give & Go, which differs from previous years. We adjust our goals to better align with reporting requirements and industry best practice, and focus our Health & Safety metrics on Severity (unchanged) and TIR (Total Incident Rate).
(36) 2024 reported information includes data from acquisitions such as Ricolino, Chipita, Clif bar and Give & Go, which differs from previous years. We are transitioning to absolute indicator numbers in our disclosures to provide a clearer and more accurate representation of safety performance. In previous years, data was presented as a percentage increase or decrease.
6,000 TRADESWOMEN TO CONVERGE IN CHICAGO FOR LARGEST-EVER TRADESWOMEN BUILD NATIONS CONFERENCE AND PARADE
Monumental Sept. 19–21 event at McCormick Place West celebrates women leading the skilled trades across North America
CHICAGO, Ill., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – This weekend, 6,000 tradeswomen alongside top labor, government, and industry leaders from across North America, will gather at Chicago’s McCormick Place West, Sept. 19–21, for the 15th Annual Tradeswomen Build Nations (TWBN) Conference, the largest global event of its kind.
Hosted by TradesFutures in partnership with North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU), TWBN has become the largest annual gathering of unionized craft professionals in the world. The three-day conference celebrates and advances the growing movement of tradeswomen from across the United States and Canada. TWBN directly supports TradesFutures’ mission to expand nontraditional pathways into the skilled trades, opening doors for more women and individuals from all backgrounds to access and thrive in life-changing, family-sustaining careers.
This year’s theme, “She’s not waiting. She’s leading.”, reflects the bold leadership, resilience, and rising momentum of tradeswomen shaping the construction workforce as driving forces in the labor movement, on job sites, and in their communities. The conference will feature plenary sessions, skill-building workshops, dynamic panels, a banner parade, and high-impact networking opportunities designed to empower tradeswomen, elevate their impact, and advance the recruitment, retention, and leadership of women in the skilled trades.
“ Tradeswomen Build Nations is more than a conference; it’s a movement reshaping our entire industry,” said Sean McGarvey, Board Chairman of TradesFutures and President of NABTU. “Every year, the conference and its energy grow, and the experience is an unforgettable and inspiring sight to behold. This year’s theme, ‘She’s not waiting. She’s leading.’, reflects the reality we see on every job site. Tradeswomen aren’t waiting; they are leading this industry every day with skill, vision, and solidarity, and they are strengthening our unions, our workforce, and our communities every step of the way.”
“At TradesFutures, we’re seeing firsthand how women in our network of more than 270 Apprenticeship Readiness Programs and beyond are breaking barriers and transforming the skilled trades,” said Marina Zhavoronkova, Executive Director of TradesFutures. “TWBN is a vital platform to showcase that progress, celebrate tradeswomen’s achievements, strengthen the training pipeline, and inspire the next generation to see themselves in these careers and not only be prepared for tomorrow, but empowered to lead in construction today.”
TWBN 2025 will also highlight the continued expansion of the Infrastructure Generation, the historic labor force surge made possible by groundbreaking federal investments in infrastructure, clean energy, and domestic manufacturing. The conference will reaffirm our collective commitment to building an inclusive workforce, advancing equity, and protecting the gains of working people.
In the spirit of solidarity and service, this year’s TWBN conference will also support Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC), a Chicago-based nonprofit committed to ending domestic violence. Donations made during the conference will go directly to CAWC’s critical programs and services, helping empower survivors and promote safe, healthy communities.
Conference Schedule:
- Friday, September 19:
- 5:30 – 7:00 PM | Opening Reception
- Saturday, September 20:
- 8:00 – 10:30 AM | Morning Plenary Session featuring NABTU President Sean McGarvey; AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler; Catherine Hunt Ryan, Bechtel President of Manufacturing & Technology; Frank Christensen, General President of IUEC; Vicki O’Leary, Ironworkers International Director of Diversity and Chair of NABTU’s Tradeswomen Committee; and numerous testimonies from tradeswomen across North America
- 10:30 AM – 12:30 AM | Tradeswomen Banner Parade
- 1:15 PM – 2:45 PM | Afternoon Breakout Sessions
- Sunday, September 21:
- 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Morning Plenary Session featuring Illinois Governor JB Pritzker; Phyllis Wilson, President of the National Military Women’s Memorial; Marina Zhavoronkova, Executive Director of TradesFutures; Boilermaker Cheyenne Gregory from TVA; and numerous testimonies from tradeswomen across North America
- 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Final Breakout Sessions
Credentialed press are permitted to attend TWBN plenary sessions and the banner parade only. Media representatives wishing to attend must RSVP to twbn@tradesfutures.org to request media credentials.
What: Tradeswomen Build Nations Conference, “She’s not waiting. She’s leading.”
Who: 6,000 unionized tradeswomen, industry stakeholders, top U.S. and Canadian labor and government leaders, and advocates.
When: Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21, 2025
Where: McCormick Place West, 2317 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
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Shining Brighter Than Tennessee Orange
Originally published on Aflac Newsroom
A little over a week before Tennessee faced Syracuse in the Aflac Kickoff Game, Hudson watches a Friday morning Tennessee football practice from an exclusive sideline spot. Taking in the sounds of buzzers and coaches’ voices, highlighted by accents of orange and white, Hudson, joined by his parents and two siblings, celebrated an early 13th birthday gift.
As Tennessee prepared for its football season, Hudson’s daily preparation took on a different perspective. Undergoing surgery to remove a brain tumor detected last December, Hudson was tasked with strategizing a challenging game plan at just 12 years old. Though chemotherapy and proton therapy are very present in his life, today’s presence was about being a kid again.
Taking a brief hiatus from appointments at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, Hudson embraced all the orange eye candy accentuated by championship trophies, the NFL wall and, of course, the Peyton Manning Room. Amid all the memorabilia, an even more special moment was about to take place.
Just as practice wrapped, Tennessee Football Head Coach Josh Heupel ended the session a little differently. With My Special Aflac Duck® in hand — a free-of-charge robotic companion that provides comfort and joy to children during their cancer treatment — Coach Heupel greeted Hudson and introduced him to the team.
Surrounded by good vibes and smiles, there wasn’t a Volunteer football player that walked away without greeting their special guest for the day. Though determination describes the players on the field, they caouldn’t help but commend Hudson’s own competitive nature in his medical journey.
Hudson’s story and grit are special but, unfortunately, not uncommon. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 15,000 children under the age of 20 are diagnosed with cancer each year in the U.S.
As the nation’s longest-running neutral-site game on opening weekend, the Aflac Kickoff Game blends passion for football with dedication to making a difference. Through Aflac’s partnership with Peach Bowl Inc., the game places an emphasis on purpose and the support of participating teams’ communities through the Kickoff for a Cause initiative while also benefiting the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
In the first three years of Aflac’s sponsorship of the kickoff game, Kickoff for a Cause has helped raise more than $1.2 million while bringing much-needed awareness to pediatric cancer at the start of September, National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
This milestone year marks 30 years of Aflac’s commitment supporting pediatric cancer care and research, with more than $191 million contributed since support began. You can also make a difference by visiting give.choa.org/aflac to donate today.
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Exro Technologies Discontinues US Business
CALGARY, AB, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) (“Exro” or the “Company”) announces that after consultation with its advisors and stakeholders, the directors of the Company have decided to discontinue its US business, operated through various US subsidiaries, and is reducing its non-essential US staff accordingly.
It is anticipated that the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) will place the Company under delisting review and there can be no assurance as to the outcome of such review or the continued qualification for listing on the TSX.
Neither the Toronto Stock Exchange nor the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.
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Bacardi Receives the Official ‘Hecho en Mexico’ (Made in Mexico) Seal for Its PATRÓN and CAZADORES Tequilas
HAMILTON, Bermuda, September 17, 2025 /3BL/ – Bacardi, the world’s largest privately held international spirits company, has received the official ‘Hecho en Mexico’ (Made in Mexico) seal for its renowned tequila brands, PATRÓN and CAZADORES. This distinction, granted by the Mexican Ministry of Economy, underscores the commitment of Bacardi to quality, authenticity, and promoting the prestige of Mexican products globally.
The award ceremony took place at the offices of the Ministry of Economy in Mexico City, with the official seal presented by María De Haas Matamoros, Director General of the Office of the Ministry of Economy, to Daniel Aliaga, Managing Director for Bacardi in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The event, which was also attended by Andrea Genoveva Solano Rendón, Head of the Regulation, Competitiveness, and Competition Unit of the Ministry of Economy, was part of the ‘Hecho en Mexico’ program, a strategic initiative promoted by the Presidency of the Republic. The program’s main objective is to promote and enhance the prestige of Mexican-based companies and brands both nationally and internationally. Awarding PATRÓN and CAZADORES with this seal is testament to the leadership of Bacardi in the production of high-quality tequilas and its contribution to the country’s economic development.
“On behalf of Bacardi, we are incredibly proud to celebrate the Mexican heritage and craftsmanship of our exceptional tequilas: PATRÓN and CAZADORES,” said Daniel Aliaga. “This distinction not only recognizes the quality of our brands, but also reinforces our commitment to the country, its culture, and its people. As a family-owned company that has been around for more than 160 years, doing the right thing is fundamental to us, and that includes ensuring our Made in Mexico brands continue to be a source of global pride. Our purpose at Bacardi is to ‘Make Moments Matter,’ and this is, without a doubt, one of those moments.”
“Awarding the ‘Hecho en Mexico’ seal to Bacardi for its PATRÓN and CAZADORES brands is a clear example of the talent and quality our country offers to the world,” added María De Haas Matamoros. “This initiative seeks to recognize and empower companies that, like Bacardi, contribute significantly to the economy and project an image of Mexican excellence internationally.”
Andrea Genoveva Solano Rendón commented: “The ‘Hecho en Mexico’ seal reflects the quality and talent of Mexican industry, boosting competitiveness and pride in what we produce. Today, Bacardi once again demonstrates its commitment to Mexican excellence.”
The history of Bacardi in Mexico dates back to 1931, when it became the first country outside of Cuba to produce BACARDÍ rum. Today, BACARDÍ rum is the number one spirit in Mexico and the Bacardi portfolio has grown to include other premium spirit brands like BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, GREY GOOSE vodka, DEWAR’S Blended Scotch whisky, ILEGAL mezcal and ST-GERMAIN liqueur.
With more than a quarter of its global workforce located in Mexico, Bacardi enjoys a deep connection to the country, where world-renowned tequilas are produced, such as PATRÓN, the number one ultra-premium tequila globally, and CAZADORES, one of its emerging and growing brands. Hacienda PATRÓN is recognized for setting a new standard of quality, with 60 hands touching and perfecting each bottle before it leaves its facility in Jalisco.
Bacardi maintains a firm commitment to innovation, reflected in recent launches such as PATRÓN Cristalino and PATRÓN El Alto – and corporate sustainability, with initiatives such as GLOBALG.A.P. certification for agave farmers and participation in projects such as Charco Bendito for water replenishment.
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About Bacardi Limited
Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held international spirits company, produces, markets, and distributes spirits and wines. The Bacardi Limited portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, PATRÓN® tequila, GREY GOOSE® vodka, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S® Scotch whisky, D’USSÉ® Cognac, ANGEL’S ENVY® American straight whiskey, and ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur. Founded more than 163 years ago in Santiago de Cuba, family-owned Bacardi Limited currently employs more than 8,000, operates production facilities in 11 countries and territories, and sells its brands in more than 160 markets. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit http://www.bacardilimited.com or follow us on LinkedIn
Nopetro Energy Powers Vero Beach Economy with New Landfill to Renewable Fuel Facility
The project brings local employment opportunities and partnerships while helping the Treasure Coast move toward fuel independence
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, Fla., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Nopetro Energy, a vertically-integrated turnkey producer, distributor and operator of energy solutions across North America, celebrated today the grand opening of southern Florida’s first landfill gas (LFG) to renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility in Vero Beach.
RNG, a biogas and the lowest-carbon alternative fuel, is being produced by capturing and removing methane gas from the Indian River County landfill. The captured biogas undergoes a purification process and is then injected into Florida City Gas’ existing natural gas pipeline infrastructure and will reach customers from South Vero Corridor all the way to Indian River Shores. RNG is fully interchangeable with conventional natural gas and can be seamlessly distributed to customers, creating domestic, affordable and cleaner fuel for buses and trucks while creating cleaner air for the community.
“Opening this facility is a major step, not just for Nopetro’s growing natural gas production and distribution network, but for Indian River County,” said Jorge Herrera, CEO of Nopetro Energy. “We believe in building facilities that support and give back to the cities where they stand. This Vero Beach RNG facility is a catalyst for continued growth, resilience and energy independence, creating opportunities for families and businesses across the Treasure Coast.”
In just the first few weeks of operation, the new facility has removed CO2 to purify the biogas to over 95% methane, exceeding the 90% standard for fueling local homes, vehicles and businesses with RNG. The facility’s construction period and ongoing production have also created jobs and vendor opportunities for area contractors, maintenance providers and local businesses.
“This partnership highlights the value of working with the private sector to bring innovation and investment to Indian River County. It’s a responsible use of resources that supports local families, strengthens our economy and ensures access to dependable energy,” said Indian River County Commission Chairman Joseph Flescher.
The Vero Beach facility was constructed in partnership with engineering, procurement and construction services firm Mead & Hunt, who have previous experience in the field.
In addition to its production arm, Nopetro operates 13 renewable gas fueling facilities across Florida and is actively expanding nationally. RNG is compressed into CNG and used to fuel transit and fleet operations; for example, Nopetro currently fuels the entire transit system in Central Florida via a partnership with the Central Florida Transit Authority. All Nopetro’s natural gas feedstock is produced via renewable sources, including landfills and wastewater treatment plants.
ABOUT NOPETRO ENERGY
Founded in 2008, Nopetro Energy is a vertically integrated energy leader focused on the production and distribution of renewable natural gas (RNG) for heavy duty transportation and industrial consumption. We provide end-to-end energy and transportation management solutions, helping government agencies and companies strengthen fuel independence and create lasting economic value. We design, build, finance and operate both RNG production plants and fueling stations, allowing fleets to transition to this substantially less expensive, cleaner and domestic alternative to diesel. Visit www.nopetroenergy.com to discover how Nopetro is leading the way to a more energy-independent and financially predictable future.
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