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DAVENPORT, Iowa, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Iowa American Water is thrilled to announce the launch of the American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program. The Foundation invites community partners to apply for grants that promote clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability and water-based recreation projects.

“River Action and the community have long benefitted from a collaboration with Iowa American Water that addresses water quality and education,” said Kathy Wine, Executive Director of River Action, Inc. “The American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant helped provide funding for CoCoRaSH rain gauges and training for our high school and college students who attended the Next Gen Summit in October 2025. These students will become a network of volunteers reporting rain observations using their gauges, which will get reported to organizations like the National Weather Service to assess the data.”

In 2025, the American Water Charitable Foundation awarded a combined total of $1.7 million to 80 organizations in 12 states, supporting organizations located in communities served by American Water, including five from Iowa-based organizations:

• Clinton Substance Abuse Council
• Bettendorf Public Library Foundation
• Nahant Marsh Education Center
• River Action, Inc.
• Vince Jetter Community Center

“As a provider of safe, clean water and wastewater service for customers in Iowa, a commitment to the well-being of the environment and our watersheds is at the heart of all we do. We understand that as a company, we play an important role in protecting, restoring and enhancing these shared resources. We also know we can’t do it alone,” said Iowa American Water President Brad Nielsen. “We’re thankful for the many dedicated community partners we’re able to collaborate with as they work to address environmental concerns, offer educational resources and ensure the health and vitality of our watersheds for generations to come. We encourage them to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for a Water and Environment Grant.” 

The Foundation supports three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. Since 2012, the American Water Charitable Foundation has invested over $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts that positively benefit the communities where American Water and its employees live and work. 

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to work collaboratively with Iowa American Water and launch the 2026 Water and Environment Grant Program, supporting impactful initiatives and programs across the nation,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “Our charitable focus to Keep Communities Flowing empowers communities to understand the importance of water education and conservation, while also encouraging local organizations to engage in protecting this vital resource.” 

Applications will be accepted through March 6, 2026. Learn more about the American Water Charitable Foundation, grant eligibility and how to apply here. 

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. 

For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. 

About American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested over $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit amwater.com/awcf. 

About Iowa American Water
Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water is the largest regulated water utility in the state, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 227,000 people.

For more information, visit iowaamwater.com and follow Iowa American Water on Facebook, X and LinkedIn.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nespresso’s Flatiron flagship is anchored by a custom-branded split-flap installation that transforms the storefront into a destination. At just over 100 square feet, the split-flap display was designed and fabricated by Oat Foundry, a Philadelphia-based creative engineering company. The branded analog display introduces motion, sound, and mechanical storytelling into the contemporary luxury coffee environment. Integrated directly into the facade, the 10.6-foot-by-9.7-foot flip board turns movement into an experience, one that draws attention before a single transaction. One of the largest of its kind outside an airport, the analog display, created in partnership with New York City-based agency NMBL, uses 42,000 flaps, 20 custom colors, and the Nespresso font to create vibrant illustrations, patterns, and analog wallpapers, including the brand’s logo.

“Boring retail is dying,” says Oat Foundry CEO and Co-Founder Mark Kuhn, a mechanical engineer by training who has led the company for over 12 years. Kuhn was recently elected to serve on the board of SEGD (Society for Experiential Graphic Design). He elaborates: “Attention isn’t demanded, it’s earned by compelling work. A split-flap display doesn’t compete with noise; it cuts through it. There’s so much disposable digital out there. Nespresso understood that durability and beauty aren’t trade-offs.”

The split-flap is a throwback to the heyday of New York retail. From the late 19th to the mid-20th century, retail served as a spectacle, theater, and social space, rather than just commerce. Long before digital signage and video walls, this era prioritized the art of being seen and seeing, revealing the power of physical retail grounded in presence. That tradition informed Nespresso’s new Flatiron flagship design, in which Oat Foundry’s Split Flap display blends modern retail strategy with tactile, mechanical visual storytelling.

The signature split-flap sound complements the low-fi atmosphere of a traditional coffeehouse, adding rhythm to the space. Oat Foundry’s Portal software, accessible via tablet, phone, or laptop, expands the split-flap’s functionality with an extensive content library, 32 transition styles, and the ability to display branded messaging or function as an interactive menu. At this scale, the modular display accommodates over 1,500 characters. The installation is a clear example of how enterprise brands can create memorable focal points in cafe design without an overreliance on digital screens, turning a storefront moment into a destination.

Nespresso’s multisensory approach continues through curated details. Visitors sample Nespresso pod varieties alongside capsule “scents,” an experiential shift in traditional coffee tasting. The space also includes “The Hidden Cup,” a speakeasy-style lounge featuring a drinks program developed in partnership with tastemakers and inspired by contemporary coffee trends. With subtle shifts in lighting and color across displays, fine matte finishes, and textured surfaces, the designers behind the storefront create a luxury coffee shop design that invites touch and encourages discovery.

Together, these elements reflect a broader investment in the experience economy, where retail spaces are designed not only to sell products but to create meaningful connections with customers. By combining a coffeehouse, store, and intimate lounge, the Flatiron flagship offers a contemporary take on the upscale café, prioritizing atmosphere and sensory storytelling. The addition of analog tech further underscores the value of mechanical displays in coffee shop layout design, improving engagement and dwell time without relying on screens.

The response has been strong across media and social platforms. Content creators have described the space as a “theme park for coffee lovers,” while Time Out notes that it “feels less like a store and more like a choose-your-own-adventure for the caffeinated.” Others have highlighted the brand’s complimentary tastings as a rare gesture in today’s retail landscape.

The custom split-flap display also supports Nespresso’s sustainability goals: it draws minimal power and generates very little heat, using only a fraction of the energy required to run a comparable digital screen. Nespresso currently sources 91% of its coffee through its AAA Sustainable Quality™ Program, achieving an estimated 35% global recycling rate. Developed in collaboration with the Rainforest Alliance, the AAA Program focuses on quality, sustainability, and productivity, values that also align closely with Oat Foundry’s approach to design.

In 2024, the Nespresso-branded market reached USD 8.26 billion and is projected to grow steadily over the next decade. Nespresso’s new NYC location, the brand’s largest flagship boutique globally and its first in North America, underscores the company’s reimagined, experiential retail strategy. Today, Nespresso operates in 81 countries with more than 800 retail locations worldwide.

Through its collaboration with Nespresso, Oat Foundry continues to bring modern analog technology into immersive, experience-driven spaces, creating meaningful, tactile moments that connect brands with their customers.

About Oat Foundry

Oat Foundry is a multidisciplinary creative engineering company founded in 2013, focused on creating kinetic and mechanical displays and technology that bring physical motion into public spaces. Operating out of their Philadelphia headquarters, Oat Foundry partners with global brands, designers, and architects to build sustainable, human-centered experiences that serve as a welcoming alternative to always-on digital signage or video walls.

Image Caption: Legible from up to 100 ft away, Oat Foundry’s standard split-flap display font is designed for ADA compliance, making it easy to read in high-traffic spaces such as retail storefronts, lobbies, airports, train stations, student centers, stadiums, and much more.

Image Caption: The custom-branded split-flap display designed and built for Nespresso is now placed in the retail flagship near the entrance. The split-flap board rotates through brand imagery, such as the Nespresso logo, using custom-colored flaps.

Image Caption: At around 100 sq. ft and 42,000 flaps, Oat Foundry’s custom-branded Split Flap board can accommodate over 1,500 characters. The display’s modular design allows it to be scaled for a range of spaces, including Nespresso’s luxury coffee expansive shop layout.

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Dave Wright, president of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru in Hiawatha, Iowa wins 57th annual award that recognizes industry accomplishments and community service at the 109th National Automotive Dealers Association Show

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) today announced Dave Wright, president of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru in Hiawatha, Iowa, was named the 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year at the 109th National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA) Show. Now in its 57th year, the award is recognized as one of the auto industry’s highest honors. This milestone also marks Ally’s 15th year as the exclusive sponsor, reflecting its ongoing commitment to automotive excellence and its position as an industry-leading auto finance business.   

Wright was selected for his remarkable leadership in the automotive industry and his longstanding dedication to community service. He has fostered a culture built around people and community impact and has been recognized by Automotive News as a Best Dealerships to Work For 12 times. This achievement makes it the only dealership in Iowa and one of just three nationwide to receive this honor.

“Dave and all of the TIME Dealer of the Year nominees stand out for their industry excellence, investing in the communities they serve and teams they lead,” said Doug Timmerman, Ally’s President of Dealer Financial Services. “The TIME Dealer of the Year award honors dealers who build lasting success by strengthening communities, and through his leadership and dedication to his team, Dave truly embodies these values.”

Beyond business operations, Wright continues to support organizations including Goodwill of the Heartland, To The Rescue, the Boys and Girls Club of the Corridor, Heritage Area Agency on Aging, and the Iowa Giving Crew. Through annual contributions exceeding $50,000 and ongoing program sponsorships, Wright helps support children, educators, and seniors across the region.

Jessica Sibley, CEO of TIME, and Timmerman announced Wright as the winner at a ceremony in Las Vegas that honored all 47 nominees. Wright was chosen from a field of more than 20,000 franchised dealers across the country.

“At TIME, we are proud to recognize automotive dealers who demonstrate excellence, leadership, and a deep commitment to service through the TIME Dealer of the Year award,” said Sibley. “This award celebrates those whose work strengthens their communities and sets a standard for the industry, and we are thrilled to continue this legacy in partnership with Ally.”

The TIME Dealer of the Year winner and finalists are chosen by a panel from the Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan. The panel selects finalists from each of the four NADA regions, and, ultimately, a national winner from those finalists.

In addition to Wright, the 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year finalists include:

• Jamie Cobb, Buick GMC, North Little Rock, Ark.
• Mario Hernandez, Teton Toyota, Idaho Falls, Idaho
• David Kull, Burns Honda, Marlton, N.J.
• Bert Lindsay, Lindsay Honda, Columbus, Ohio

As the exclusive sponsor of the TIME Dealer of the Year program for the 15th year in a row, Ally will provide grants to eligible 501c3 charitable organizations selected by the nominees, finalists, and winner. Ally has made donations in connection with the program, totaling nearly $1 million. This year, Ally will give $10,000 to the charity of Wright’s choice and $5,000 to a nonprofit organization selected by each of the finalists. In recognition of their achievements, Ally also will give $1,000 to a charity selected by each of the 47 nominees.

For more information on the nominees, finalists, and winner, please visit: https://www.ally.com/go/allydealerheroes/nominees.

About Ally Financial
Ally Financial Inc. (NYSE: ALLY) is a financial services company with the nation’s largest all-digital bank and an industry-leading auto financing business, driven by a mission to “Do It Right” and be a relentless ally for customers and communities. The company serves customers with deposits and securities brokerage and investment advisory services as well as auto financing and insurance offerings. The company also includes a seasoned corporate finance business that offers capital for equity sponsors and middle-market companies. For more information, please visit www.ally.com.  

For more information and disclosures about Ally, visit https://www.ally.com/#disclosures.  

For further images and news on Ally, please visit http://media.ally.com.  

About TIME
TIME is the 102-year-old global media brand that reaches a combined audience of over 120 million around the world through its iconic magazine and digital platforms. With unparalleled access to the world’s most influential people, the trust of consumers and partners globally, and an unrivaled power to convene, TIME’s mission is to tell the essential stories of the people and ideas that shape and improve the world. Today, TIME also includes the award-winning branded content studio and Emmy Award®-winning film and television division TIME Studios; a significantly expanded live events business built on the powerful TIME100 and Person of the Year franchises and custom experiences; TIME for Kids, which provides trusted news with a focus on news literacy for kids and valuable resources for teachers and families; and more.

About NADA
The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), founded in 1917, represents more than 16,000 light-vehicle and commercial-truck dealerships with 32,500 domestic and international franchises. New-vehicle franchised dealers are directly responsible for more than one million U.S. jobs.

Contact:

Alex Moore
Ally Communications (Media)
704-222-4337
Alex.Moore@Ally.com

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DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Employees of CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit managed care organization, have come together through the organization’s annual workplace giving campaign to support causes close to their hearts. 

Employees gave more than $255,000 to benefit three nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in communities CareSource serves: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, Firefly Children and Family Alliance in Indiana, and FOCUS (Families of Children Under Stress) in Georgia.

This year’s campaign focused on three key causes: enhancing children’s literacy, providing essential support to children and families in foster care. and empowering children with disabilities through therapeutic and recreational programming.

“The generosity of our employees shows the heart of the people who make CareSource what it is. When we rally behind causes that matter to us and the people we serve every day, that is when real impact can be made,” said Ellen Miller, CareSource vice president, community relations and the CareSource Foundation. “CareSource employees’ giving reflects our belief as an organization that health care reaches beyond coverage and services to actions that strengthen and support healthier, more resilient communities.”

The missions of these organizations closely align with the values that guide the work of CareSource and its employees. From promoting early literacy, to helping families navigate challenges, to creating inclusive opportunities for children with disabilities, these causes reflect the compassion and commitment employees bring to their work.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio provides children across the state with free, age-appropriate books mailed directly to their homes, supporting early learning, school readiness and long-term educational success. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library work aligns with CareSource’s commitment to literacy and the impact it has on health outcomes. 

Firefly Children and Family Alliance (Indiana) provides foster care and adoption services along with a children’s shelter, counseling programs and child abuse prevention advocacy. By supporting children and families through complex challenges, Firefly shares the whole-person, community-based approach CareSource employees work to advance every day.

FOCUS serves families of children with disabilities across Georgia through wraparound support programs and therapeutic and recreational experiences. In partnership with Camp Twin Lakes, FOCUS operates a fully accessible and medically supported camp, helping children build independence and connection while providing respite for caregivers. FOCUS’ whole-family commitment to community aligns with CareSource’s specialized focus and holistic approach to health. 

This annual employee giving campaign encourages employees to come together, lean into the organization’s mission, and make a real impact on causes that matter to them. As a cornerstone of CareSource’s culture, the program amplifies employee contributions and makes it easy for employees to give back. 

About CareSource

CareSource is a nonprofit, nationally recognized managed care organization with over two million members across 12 states. CareSource administers one of the largest Medicaid managed care plans in the U.S. The organization offers health insurance, including Medicaid, Health Insurance Marketplace and Medicare products. As a mission-driven organization, CareSource is transforming health care with innovative programs that address the social determinants of health, prevention and access to care.

For more information, visit us at www.caresource.com, or follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn or Facebook.

Adam Summers 
Media Relations Specialist 
Adam.Summers@caresource.com
708.549.9572

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DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Employees of CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit managed care organization, have come together through the organization’s annual workplace giving campaign to support causes close to their hearts. 

Employees gave more than $255,000 to benefit three nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in communities CareSource serves: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, Firefly Children and Family Alliance in Indiana, and FOCUS (Families of Children Under Stress) in Georgia.

This year’s campaign focused on three key causes: enhancing children’s literacy, providing essential support to children and families in foster care. and empowering children with disabilities through therapeutic and recreational programming.

“The generosity of our employees shows the heart of the people who make CareSource what it is. When we rally behind causes that matter to us and the people we serve every day, that is when real impact can be made,” said Ellen Miller, CareSource vice president, community relations and the CareSource Foundation. “CareSource employees’ giving reflects our belief as an organization that health care reaches beyond coverage and services to actions that strengthen and support healthier, more resilient communities.”

The missions of these organizations closely align with the values that guide the work of CareSource and its employees. From promoting early literacy, to helping families navigate challenges, to creating inclusive opportunities for children with disabilities, these causes reflect the compassion and commitment employees bring to their work.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio provides children across the state with free, age-appropriate books mailed directly to their homes, supporting early learning, school readiness and long-term educational success. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library work aligns with CareSource’s commitment to literacy and the impact it has on health outcomes. 

Firefly Children and Family Alliance (Indiana) provides foster care and adoption services along with a children’s shelter, counseling programs and child abuse prevention advocacy. By supporting children and families through complex challenges, Firefly shares the whole-person, community-based approach CareSource employees work to advance every day.

FOCUS serves families of children with disabilities across Georgia through wraparound support programs and therapeutic and recreational experiences. In partnership with Camp Twin Lakes, FOCUS operates a fully accessible and medically supported camp, helping children build independence and connection while providing respite for caregivers. FOCUS’ whole-family commitment to community aligns with CareSource’s specialized focus and holistic approach to health. 

This annual employee giving campaign encourages employees to come together, lean into the organization’s mission, and make a real impact on causes that matter to them. As a cornerstone of CareSource’s culture, the program amplifies employee contributions and makes it easy for employees to give back. 

About CareSource

CareSource is a nonprofit, nationally recognized managed care organization with over two million members across 12 states. CareSource administers one of the largest Medicaid managed care plans in the U.S. The organization offers health insurance, including Medicaid, Health Insurance Marketplace and Medicare products. As a mission-driven organization, CareSource is transforming health care with innovative programs that address the social determinants of health, prevention and access to care.

For more information, visit us at www.caresource.com, or follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn or Facebook.

Adam Summers 
Media Relations Specialist 
Adam.Summers@caresource.com
708.549.9572

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DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Employees of CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit managed care organization, have come together through the organization’s annual workplace giving campaign to support causes close to their hearts. 

Employees gave more than $255,000 to benefit three nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in communities CareSource serves: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio, Firefly Children and Family Alliance in Indiana, and FOCUS (Families of Children Under Stress) in Georgia.

This year’s campaign focused on three key causes: enhancing children’s literacy, providing essential support to children and families in foster care. and empowering children with disabilities through therapeutic and recreational programming.

“The generosity of our employees shows the heart of the people who make CareSource what it is. When we rally behind causes that matter to us and the people we serve every day, that is when real impact can be made,” said Ellen Miller, CareSource vice president, community relations and the CareSource Foundation. “CareSource employees’ giving reflects our belief as an organization that health care reaches beyond coverage and services to actions that strengthen and support healthier, more resilient communities.”

The missions of these organizations closely align with the values that guide the work of CareSource and its employees. From promoting early literacy, to helping families navigate challenges, to creating inclusive opportunities for children with disabilities, these causes reflect the compassion and commitment employees bring to their work.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Ohio provides children across the state with free, age-appropriate books mailed directly to their homes, supporting early learning, school readiness and long-term educational success. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library work aligns with CareSource’s commitment to literacy and the impact it has on health outcomes. 

Firefly Children and Family Alliance (Indiana) provides foster care and adoption services along with a children’s shelter, counseling programs and child abuse prevention advocacy. By supporting children and families through complex challenges, Firefly shares the whole-person, community-based approach CareSource employees work to advance every day.

FOCUS serves families of children with disabilities across Georgia through wraparound support programs and therapeutic and recreational experiences. In partnership with Camp Twin Lakes, FOCUS operates a fully accessible and medically supported camp, helping children build independence and connection while providing respite for caregivers. FOCUS’ whole-family commitment to community aligns with CareSource’s specialized focus and holistic approach to health. 

This annual employee giving campaign encourages employees to come together, lean into the organization’s mission, and make a real impact on causes that matter to them. As a cornerstone of CareSource’s culture, the program amplifies employee contributions and makes it easy for employees to give back. 

About CareSource

CareSource is a nonprofit, nationally recognized managed care organization with over two million members across 12 states. CareSource administers one of the largest Medicaid managed care plans in the U.S. The organization offers health insurance, including Medicaid, Health Insurance Marketplace and Medicare products. As a mission-driven organization, CareSource is transforming health care with innovative programs that address the social determinants of health, prevention and access to care.

For more information, visit us at www.caresource.com, or follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn or Facebook.

Adam Summers 
Media Relations Specialist 
Adam.Summers@caresource.com
708.549.9572

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MUMBAI, India, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Piramal Critical Care, Inc. (PCC), an overseas subsidiary of Piramal Pharma Limited, and Blue-Zone Technologies Ltd. (Blue-Zone) announced an agreement to collaborate on full lifecycle technology to capture and recycle waste anaesthetic gases.

By combining the innovative waste anaesthesia gas capture, collection, and processing technology developed by Blue-Zone, with the global manufacturing and marketing capabilities of Piramal, this collaboration will support customers’ efforts to minimize the environmental impact of volatile anaesthetics.  This collaboration will also help ensure that these essential products remain the primary method of providing general anaesthesia for patients around the world.

Pending regulatory approval in Europe of Blue-Zone’s Phoenix Deltasorb® waste anaesthetic gas capture system, Blue-Zone will offer these systems to PCC’s customers in Europe, initially in France and Germany. Blue-Zone will be responsible for all activities involving the supply and use of its systems in healthcare facilities. PCC will process captured waste anaesthetic gas using Blue-Zone’s technology to produce Sevoflurane USP for human use in Canada.

The parties anticipate that the scope of the waste anaesthetic gas capture, collection and recycling, and the marketing of Sevoflurane USP using waste anaesthetic gas, will expand into additional geographies. 

Jeff Hampton, President and COO Piramal Critical Care, commented:

“Piramal Critical Care is proud to partner with Blue-Zone on this innovative waste anaesthetic gas capture, collection, and recycling technology to help reduce waste and minimize environmental impact. By introducing gas capture technology, hospitals can choose the inhaled anaesthetic that best meets clinical needs while also supporting more sustainable healthcare goals.

Inhaled anaesthetics are vitally important medicines that enable essential treatment for patients around the world. As a leading global manufacturer of general anaesthesia products, Piramal Pharma is committed to supporting clinicians, hospitals, and health systems with solutions that balance clinical performance and environmental responsibility. Our focus is to ensure that patients continue to receive the critical care they need while advancing more sustainable approaches to anaesthesia.”

About Piramal Critical Care:

PCC is a global leader in anaesthesia, pain management and intrathecal therapy. PCC maintains a wide global footprint, delivering continuous supply to hospitals in more than 100 countries around the world. PCC’s product portfolio includes inhaled anaesthetics, intrathecal treatments for spasticity and pain management, plasma volume expanders, and a variety of other injectables and generics. PCC has strong manufacturing and process development capabilities with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Bethlehem, PA, United States, Digwal, India, and Dahej, India with global regulatory accreditations and adherence to strict GMP regulations. In addition, PCC partners with leading pharmaceutical development and manufacturing organizations around the world.

For more information and updates, please visit: www.piramalcriticalcare.com

About Piramal Pharma Ltd:

Piramal Pharma Limited (PPL, NSE: PPLPHARMA I BSE: 543635), offers a portfolio of differentiated products and services through its 17 global development and manufacturing facilities and a global distribution network in over 100 countries. PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated contract development and manufacturing organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a complex hospital generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over the counter consumer and wellness products. In addition, one of PPL’s associate companies, Abbvie Therapeutics India Private Limited, a joint venture between Abbvie and PPL, has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area in the Indian pharma market. Further, PPL has a strategic minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited, that operates in the biologics / bio-therapeutics and vaccine segments.

For more information visit: Piramal Pharma | LinkedIn

* Includes one facility via PPL’s minority investment in Yapan Bio.

For queries:

Madiha Vahid, Lead – Branding & Communications
Madiha.Vahid@piramal.com

Gagan Borana, Investor Relations & Enterprise Risk Management
Gagan.Borana@piramal.com

About Blue-Zone Technologies Ltd.

Blue-Zone, based in Ontario, Canada, is an innovative cleantech pharma business focused on the capture, recovery, and processing of waste anaesthetic gas (WAG). Our goal is to protect the environment and produce volatile anaesthetics. With strategic investors and leadership, an experienced and committed team, anaesthetic drug approvals in Canada, and business and technology partners around the world, Blue-Zone develops and markets equipment and processes to provide the full life cycle of volatile anaesthetics. Blue-Zone supports collection of WAG at healthcare facilities using volatile anaesthetics and conversion of the WAG into approved anaesthetic drugs.

For more information about Blue-Zone, please contact health@blue-zone.ca or visit www.blue-zone.com.

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MUMBAI, India, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Piramal Critical Care, Inc. (PCC), an overseas subsidiary of Piramal Pharma Limited, and Blue-Zone Technologies Ltd. (Blue-Zone) announced an agreement to collaborate on full lifecycle technology to capture and recycle waste anaesthetic gases.

By combining the innovative waste anaesthesia gas capture, collection, and processing technology developed by Blue-Zone, with the global manufacturing and marketing capabilities of Piramal, this collaboration will support customers’ efforts to minimize the environmental impact of volatile anaesthetics.  This collaboration will also help ensure that these essential products remain the primary method of providing general anaesthesia for patients around the world.

Pending regulatory approval in Europe of Blue-Zone’s Phoenix Deltasorb® waste anaesthetic gas capture system, Blue-Zone will offer these systems to PCC’s customers in Europe, initially in France and Germany. Blue-Zone will be responsible for all activities involving the supply and use of its systems in healthcare facilities. PCC will process captured waste anaesthetic gas using Blue-Zone’s technology to produce Sevoflurane USP for human use in Canada.

The parties anticipate that the scope of the waste anaesthetic gas capture, collection and recycling, and the marketing of Sevoflurane USP using waste anaesthetic gas, will expand into additional geographies. 

Jeff Hampton, President and COO Piramal Critical Care, commented:

“Piramal Critical Care is proud to partner with Blue-Zone on this innovative waste anaesthetic gas capture, collection, and recycling technology to help reduce waste and minimize environmental impact. By introducing gas capture technology, hospitals can choose the inhaled anaesthetic that best meets clinical needs while also supporting more sustainable healthcare goals.

Inhaled anaesthetics are vitally important medicines that enable essential treatment for patients around the world. As a leading global manufacturer of general anaesthesia products, Piramal Pharma is committed to supporting clinicians, hospitals, and health systems with solutions that balance clinical performance and environmental responsibility. Our focus is to ensure that patients continue to receive the critical care they need while advancing more sustainable approaches to anaesthesia.”

About Piramal Critical Care:

PCC is a global leader in anaesthesia, pain management and intrathecal therapy. PCC maintains a wide global footprint, delivering continuous supply to hospitals in more than 100 countries around the world. PCC’s product portfolio includes inhaled anaesthetics, intrathecal treatments for spasticity and pain management, plasma volume expanders, and a variety of other injectables and generics. PCC has strong manufacturing and process development capabilities with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Bethlehem, PA, United States, Digwal, India, and Dahej, India with global regulatory accreditations and adherence to strict GMP regulations. In addition, PCC partners with leading pharmaceutical development and manufacturing organizations around the world.

For more information and updates, please visit: www.piramalcriticalcare.com

About Piramal Pharma Ltd:

Piramal Pharma Limited (PPL, NSE: PPLPHARMA I BSE: 543635), offers a portfolio of differentiated products and services through its 17 global development and manufacturing facilities and a global distribution network in over 100 countries. PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated contract development and manufacturing organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a complex hospital generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over the counter consumer and wellness products. In addition, one of PPL’s associate companies, Abbvie Therapeutics India Private Limited, a joint venture between Abbvie and PPL, has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area in the Indian pharma market. Further, PPL has a strategic minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited, that operates in the biologics / bio-therapeutics and vaccine segments.

For more information visit: Piramal Pharma | LinkedIn

* Includes one facility via PPL’s minority investment in Yapan Bio.

For queries:

Madiha Vahid, Lead – Branding & Communications
Madiha.Vahid@piramal.com

Gagan Borana, Investor Relations & Enterprise Risk Management
Gagan.Borana@piramal.com

About Blue-Zone Technologies Ltd.

Blue-Zone, based in Ontario, Canada, is an innovative cleantech pharma business focused on the capture, recovery, and processing of waste anaesthetic gas (WAG). Our goal is to protect the environment and produce volatile anaesthetics. With strategic investors and leadership, an experienced and committed team, anaesthetic drug approvals in Canada, and business and technology partners around the world, Blue-Zone develops and markets equipment and processes to provide the full life cycle of volatile anaesthetics. Blue-Zone supports collection of WAG at healthcare facilities using volatile anaesthetics and conversion of the WAG into approved anaesthetic drugs.

For more information about Blue-Zone, please contact health@blue-zone.ca or visit www.blue-zone.com.

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today’s senior cruisers are seasoned and spend more on trips than travelers of other generations, yet many are making crucial travel insurance mistakes that could cost them thousands.

According to Squaremouth, 95% of seniors (65 or older) taking a cruise in 2026 are repeat cruise-goers. This population is booking the longest and most expensive cruises, spending more than two weeks at sea and an average of $6,950.

Despite their cruise experience and significant trip investments, many miss out on essential travel insurance benefits and are therefore at serious risk of substantial financial losses.

Squaremouth outlines three mistakes senior cruisers are making and offers tips to ensure they are better protected before their next trip:

1. Underinsuring Yourself Medically: 76% of senior travelers assume that Medicare will cover them abroad; however, most domestic health insurance plans do not provide coverage outside of the U.S. While a large population of senior cruisers do purchase medical coverage, a significant number select improper coverage amounts.

   Medical evacuations alone can cost up to $250,000 or more, depending on the location, according to the CDC. With this in mind, cruisers should have at least $100k in Emergency Medical coverage and at least $250k in Medical Evacuation coverage, however:

   •  32% of senior cruisers buy less than $100k in Emergency Medical coverage
   •  35% buy less than $250k in Medical Evacuation coverage

   This means that ⅓ of seniors have insufficient coverage, leaving them vulnerable to extremely high medical costs if they get sick or injured while on their cruise.

2. Waiting Too Long to Buy Your Policy: Senior travelers face a higher likelihood of having medical complications than other groups, with many already having a pre-existing condition like heart issues or diabetes. Coupled with more expensive trips, these seniors are at a greater risk of being stuck with expensive claims. That makes certain travel insurance benefits especially valuable, in particular:

   •  Pre-Existing Condition coverage, because they are more likely to have an existing medical issue.
   •  Cancel For Any Reason and Interruption For Any Reason, because the added flexibility can provide additional financial protection.

   However, 55% of senior cruisers miss out on these coverages because they buy their policy too late. To be eligible for these benefits, you must buy them within 14-21 days of your initial trip deposit. Seniors should prioritize buying their travel insurance promptly to ensure they are eligible for these valuable benefits.

3. Skipping Out on Key Cancellation Coverage: Despite spending a lot on trips, too many seniors are relying on cruise line policies, which often have poor cancellation terms or only provide cruise vouchers instead of true refunds. These travelers could be risking financial loss and are missing out on the added peace of mind that cancellation benefits can offer.

   •  23% of senior cruisers don’t buy Trip Cancellation coverage at all, leaving them responsible for out-of-pocket costs. You should only skip out on cancellation benefits if you don’t have any non-refundable trip expenses or if you are covered elsewhere, like a credit card.
   •  As previously mentioned, 55% of senior cruisers miss out on CFAR coverage because they waited too long to buy a policy, giving them even less flexibility to cancel for reasons not covered under a standard policy.

By purchasing travel insurance early, ensuring proper medical coverage, and including cancellation protections, senior travelers can protect themselves from costly pitfalls and cruise with confidence.

To quote and compare cruise insurance plans on Squaremouth’s website, click here.

Methodology: Squaremouth analyzed internal survey responses, sales data, and travel insurance quote data from senior travelers to identify common mistakes made by cruisers age 65 and older.

About Squaremouth
Squaremouth is a trusted travel insurance comparison platform with over 20 years of experience. Known for its no-nonsense approach, award-winning customer service, and commitment to transparency, Squaremouth has helped more than 4 million travelers easily search, compare, and buy coverage. Squaremouth offers the largest portfolio of carriers and products in the U.S.

Contact
Lauren McCormick
Manager, Public Relations & Social Strategy
media@squaremouth.com

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today’s senior cruisers are seasoned and spend more on trips than travelers of other generations, yet many are making crucial travel insurance mistakes that could cost them thousands.

According to Squaremouth, 95% of seniors (65 or older) taking a cruise in 2026 are repeat cruise-goers. This population is booking the longest and most expensive cruises, spending more than two weeks at sea and an average of $6,950.

Despite their cruise experience and significant trip investments, many miss out on essential travel insurance benefits and are therefore at serious risk of substantial financial losses.

Squaremouth outlines three mistakes senior cruisers are making and offers tips to ensure they are better protected before their next trip:

1. Underinsuring Yourself Medically: 76% of senior travelers assume that Medicare will cover them abroad; however, most domestic health insurance plans do not provide coverage outside of the U.S. While a large population of senior cruisers do purchase medical coverage, a significant number select improper coverage amounts.

   Medical evacuations alone can cost up to $250,000 or more, depending on the location, according to the CDC. With this in mind, cruisers should have at least $100k in Emergency Medical coverage and at least $250k in Medical Evacuation coverage, however:

   •  32% of senior cruisers buy less than $100k in Emergency Medical coverage
   •  35% buy less than $250k in Medical Evacuation coverage

   This means that ⅓ of seniors have insufficient coverage, leaving them vulnerable to extremely high medical costs if they get sick or injured while on their cruise.

2. Waiting Too Long to Buy Your Policy: Senior travelers face a higher likelihood of having medical complications than other groups, with many already having a pre-existing condition like heart issues or diabetes. Coupled with more expensive trips, these seniors are at a greater risk of being stuck with expensive claims. That makes certain travel insurance benefits especially valuable, in particular:

   •  Pre-Existing Condition coverage, because they are more likely to have an existing medical issue.
   •  Cancel For Any Reason and Interruption For Any Reason, because the added flexibility can provide additional financial protection.

   However, 55% of senior cruisers miss out on these coverages because they buy their policy too late. To be eligible for these benefits, you must buy them within 14-21 days of your initial trip deposit. Seniors should prioritize buying their travel insurance promptly to ensure they are eligible for these valuable benefits.

3. Skipping Out on Key Cancellation Coverage: Despite spending a lot on trips, too many seniors are relying on cruise line policies, which often have poor cancellation terms or only provide cruise vouchers instead of true refunds. These travelers could be risking financial loss and are missing out on the added peace of mind that cancellation benefits can offer.

   •  23% of senior cruisers don’t buy Trip Cancellation coverage at all, leaving them responsible for out-of-pocket costs. You should only skip out on cancellation benefits if you don’t have any non-refundable trip expenses or if you are covered elsewhere, like a credit card.
   •  As previously mentioned, 55% of senior cruisers miss out on CFAR coverage because they waited too long to buy a policy, giving them even less flexibility to cancel for reasons not covered under a standard policy.

By purchasing travel insurance early, ensuring proper medical coverage, and including cancellation protections, senior travelers can protect themselves from costly pitfalls and cruise with confidence.

To quote and compare cruise insurance plans on Squaremouth’s website, click here.

Methodology: Squaremouth analyzed internal survey responses, sales data, and travel insurance quote data from senior travelers to identify common mistakes made by cruisers age 65 and older.

About Squaremouth
Squaremouth is a trusted travel insurance comparison platform with over 20 years of experience. Known for its no-nonsense approach, award-winning customer service, and commitment to transparency, Squaremouth has helped more than 4 million travelers easily search, compare, and buy coverage. Squaremouth offers the largest portfolio of carriers and products in the U.S.

Contact
Lauren McCormick
Manager, Public Relations & Social Strategy
media@squaremouth.com

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