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Two nonprofit organizations across awarded a total of $75,000 in funds

MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., recently announced two organizations were awarded 2025 Workforce Readiness Grants, providing $75,000 in total funding to support communities served by Pennsylvania American Water.

“Central Montco Technical High School is grateful to the American Water Charitable Foundation and Pennsylvania American Water for their commitment to our students,” said Dr. Angela King, the school’s executive director about the 2025 grant it received. “Their generosity and willingness to partner with us is critical as we prepare individuals to enter the workforce or pursue post-secondary education. Workforce development requires collaboration, and the American Water Charitable Foundation, along with Pennsylvania American Water, have demonstrated that they take seriously their responsibility to help equip the next generation of highly skilled workers.”

The Workforce Readiness grant is part of the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, focusing on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. This grant program focuses on general career readiness, financial and business literacy, positive youth development and life skills training. This year’s recipients in Pennsylvania include:

• Central Montco Technical High School (Montgomery County) – A $25,000 grant supports the Hydroponics for Sustainable Food Supply program through which landscaping students learn about sustainable, modern agriculture through hands-on, practical experience.
• Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry (Luzerne County) – A $50,000 grant supports Luzerne Learns to Work, a program that provides students with a process and platform to explore career pathways and industry pipelines.

“We believe that providing people with access to educational opportunities that allow them to grow and progress professionally is crucial to our shared success as a community,” said Justin Ladner, president of Pennsylvania American Water, who also serves on the foundation’s board of trustees. “To that end, I am honored to announce that two local nonprofit organizations have been awarded $75,000 in funding from the American Water Charitable Foundation to support workforce development programming. We congratulate these outstanding community partners and thank them for their efforts.”

“Thanks to the support of the American Water Charitable Foundation through their Workforce Readiness Grant, our Luzerne Learns to Work program will be able to give more students meaningful opportunities to explore careers, build essential skills and connect with employers in our region,” said Shanie Mohamed, director of economic development for the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry, another recipient of 2025 grant funding. “This support helps us deepen our workforce readiness efforts and bring more hands-on experiences, skilling opportunities and scholarships directly to students. This investment strengthens not only our program, but the local workforce pipeline – ensuring students see real possibility for their future right here at home. We truly appreciate this investment in our shared vision.”

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to partner with eligible nonprofit organizations across Pennsylvania,” said Carrie Williams, president of the American Water Charitable Foundation. “We are thrilled to support initiatives that provide access to high-quality training and skills development for future leaders in the workplace.”

Learn more about Pennsylvania American Water’s community impact 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 6,700 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 Pennsylvania American Water
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with 1,200 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 2.4 million people.

About American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water, focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $20 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.

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PRIME AE Group, Inc. (PRIME AE), a Platform Holdings managed company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Faller, Davis & Associates, Inc. (FDA), a respected Florida-based consulting civil engineering firm renowned for its expertise in transportation design, operations, planning, and environmental services. This strategic acquisition strengthens PRIME AE’s presence across the Southeast and enhances our ability to deliver comprehensive infrastructure solutions to public-sector clients throughout Florida, further reflecting our commitment to making everything around us better.

Founded in Tampa in 1985, FDA offers deep regional expertise spanning complex highway, drainage, and traffic engineering; environmental permitting and compliance; wildlife surveys; construction and maintenance management; traffic operations; safety studies; and signal retiming. With offices in Tampa and Maitland, FDA is led by a skilled team of engineers, scientists, and professionals recognized for their commitment to quality and responsive client service.

“We are excited to welcome FDA to the PRIME AE team,” said Caitlin Breland, VP of Transportation – Southeast at PRIME AE. “This acquisition broadens our footprint in Florida and strengthens our ability to deliver high-quality solutions in new geographies. Both firms share a culture of collaboration, excellence, and unwavering client focus. Our teams have served many of the same clients and partners, and this integration will allow us to connect easily and share resources seamlessly. FDA brings technical depth and complementary strengths that will enable us to pursue larger and more innovative projects as one unified team.”

By incorporating FDA’s comprehensive service offerings—including highway widening and signalization, environmental permitting, and operational improvements—PRIME AE advances its strategy of establishing regional hubs of excellence that support every phase of the project lifecycle. In Florida, this means increased capacity and an expanded resource base for state and municipal agency clients, continued responsiveness to local needs, and enhanced collaboration across the Gulf Coast and I-4 corridor.

This acquisition marks PRIME AE’s third in Florida over the past three years and the firm’s seventh acquisition overall within the last five years, reflecting our ongoing commitment to growth and innovation.

“This acquisition and partnership with FDA is an important milestone for PRIME AE, expanding our Southeast market share and enabling us to offer the full scope of AEC services to our customers. PRIME AE has a history of successful integration and expansion through acquisition and Platform Holdings is thrilled to continue to work with PRIME AE and FDA on its next phase of growth and value creation,” said Charles Goldman, Managing Partner of Platform Holdings Capital and Chairman at PRIME AE.

Nancy Faller Brown, President of FDA, stated, “Faller, Davis and Associates joining PRIME AE is very exciting to me and I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds with this collaboration. PRIME AE has the same values and work ethic that Faller, Davis is known for and has worked hard to embody.

I see tremendous potential for growth and new opportunities for every member of the Faller, Davis team as we move into this next venture together. The two firms’ service lines, areas of expertise, and client relationships complement one another, providing both strength in collaboration and depth of staff across multiple disciplines.

PRIME AE’s motto, “We Make Everything Around Us Better,” truly resonates with me and reflects the shared purpose that will continue guiding our success.”

About PRIME AE Group, Inc:
PRIME AE Group, Inc. is a multi-discipline engineering and architecture firm helping clients solve complex challenges while maximizing the value of their resources. Founded in 2007, PRIME AE operates in 10 states with more than 600 employees in 25 offices across the U.S. Our professionals design, develop, implement, and maintain the infrastructure and amenities that build world-class communities, while focusing on sustainable design and conservation of shared natural resources. PRIME AE is an ENR Top 500 firm. Learn more at www.primeeng.com.

About Faller Davis & Associates, Inc.:
Faller, Davis & Associates, Inc. is a Florida-based civil engineering consulting firm providing transportation design, operations, planning, and environmental services to public-sector clients statewide. With offices in Tampa and Maitland, their experienced team delivers solutions ranging from complex highway design to wildlife surveys and urban corridor improvements. Read more at https://fallerdavis.com.

About Platform Holdings Capital:
Platform Holdings Capital (“PHC”) is an investment company focused on acquiring lower middle market infrastructure and technical business services companies and scaling them into middle market sector leaders. PHC’s investment model emphasizes deep sector specialization, disciplined value creation execution, and unwavering commitment to building long-lasting competitive advantage through investment in people, capabilities, and customer value. Platform Holdings is the successor firm to NewHold Enterprises private equity investment platform. To learn more, visit www.platformholdings.com.

 

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Seasoned education leader Nadja Young joins new CEO Chris Minnich to strengthen global brand and advance universal measures for reading and math

DURHAM, N.C., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MetaMetrics^®, global leader in literacy and numeracy measurement, today announced the appointment of Nadja Young as its first Chief Brand Officer, effective December 2025. Young joins newly appointed CEO Chris Minnich, who assumed leadership in October, in shaping a new era of strategic growth and expanded influence for the 35-year-old company.

Together, Minnich, who recently held leadership positions at HMH and NWEA, and Young bring decades of experience leading large-scale initiatives in global organizations, public sector environments, and education agencies. Their combined leadership signals MetaMetrics’ strengthened commitment to expanding its role in literacy and numeracy measurement, investing in innovation, and deepening partnerships across the education ecosystem.

As Chief Brand Officer, Young will lead marketing, communications, and government affairs to increase brand awareness through cohesive messaging, strategic partnerships, and external engagement. She will work closely with policymakers, partners, and state education agencies to advance MetaMetrics’ mission to provide universal measures that serve as a nationwide standard to guide teaching and learning, support accountability frameworks, and improve student outcomes in reading and mathematics.

“Nadja’s combination of policy expertise, strategic leadership, and deep understanding of the education technology landscape makes her uniquely suited to help guide our next phase of growth,” said Chris Minnich, CEO of MetaMetrics. “I’ve known Nadja for nearly a decade, and I’ve long admired her ability to bridge data, policy, and innovation to meaningfully improve outcomes for students. As we build a more expansive future for MetaMetrics, her leadership will play a critical role in strengthening our brand and positioning our measures at the forefront of national and global education efforts.”

Young joins MetaMetrics from SAS, a $3B global data analytics and AI company, where she led their US Education Practice and most recently served as Senior Director of the State & Local Government and Education Practice (SLED). In that role, she led a national team delivering AI and analytics solutions across government agencies and education systems, requiring scaling strategy, driving revenue growth, and navigating complex policy environments. Over more than 20 years in government and education, she has been recognized for delivering data-driven insights with actionable strategy, supporting statewide transformation efforts, and accelerating innovation across the public sector.

A former National Board Certified teacher, curriculum developer, and policy advisor, Young has extensive experience working with state chiefs, governors, higher education leaders, and education agencies nationwide. She served as a visioning panel member for the 2025 NAEP Mathematics Framework, representing business and industry perspectives in shaping the future of K–12 mathematics expectations. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the National Math + Science Initiative (NMSI).

“I am honored to join MetaMetrics at such an exciting moment of growth and possibility. Chris Minnich is widely admired for bold and clear leadership. He is dedicated to connecting the dots between where a student is—and what they need next—to increase their academic outcomes and career opportunities. His vision for MetaMetrics and the role universal measures can play in advancing learning was a major reason I chose to join this team. With education standards and instructional expectations shifting so quickly, Lexile and Quantile measures provide the stability and guidance that systems need to support learning progress. I’m excited to help elevate the MetaMetrics brand, increase our impact, and work alongside the partners and educators who count on our measure every day.”

This leadership transition marks a defining moment for MetaMetrics, developer of the widely adopted Lexile^® Framework for Reading and Quantile^® Framework for Mathematics, as it moves into emerging fields of career readiness, AI-enabled learning insights, and global assessment frameworks. Minnich, Young, and the executive leadership team will work together to expand MetaMetrics’ reach, grow its offerings, and strengthen its position as the global standard for educational measurement.

About MetaMetrics®

MetaMetrics is an award-winning edtech company that provides the global standard for measuring literacy and numeracy. The Lexile® and Quantile® Frameworks connect students’ reading and math abilities to the complexity of content on the same scale, making learning more personalized. Millions of learners receive our measures, turning individual moments of assessment into meaningful connections that empower learning. For over 40 years, our research-based, consistent, and actionable measures have been trusted by educators, publishers, assessment providers, and policymakers worldwide. Leveraging the most advanced language models and learning theory, MetaMetrics continues to innovate solutions for a wide range of applications, including early reading, career-connected learning, and literacy frameworks for non-English languages. Lexile and Quantile measures increase engagement with learning across the education ecosystem, inspiring everyone to build life skills for a brighter tomorrow. Learn more at MetaMetrics.com.

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• RNR Tire Express Marks Milestone With Month-Long Celebration and $25,000 in Prizes for Customers Across the Country
• 25 Winners Will Receive Gift Cards, Gas Cards, Company Merchandise, and More, With Additional Weekly Drawings for Major Prizes
• One Grand-Prize Winner Will Receive the Ultimate Ride Makeover, Including New Tires and Wheels, a Gas Card, Detailing Package, Tire Maintenance, and Upgrade Credit

TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RNR Tire Express, the nation’s leading franchise retailer for tires and custom wheels, is celebrating 25 years of serving communities nationwide with its largest customer giveaway to date. As part of the brand’s milestone anniversary, RNR is awarding $25,000 worth of prizes to 25 lucky winners throughout the month of December.

To commemorate the anniversary, the brand has launched a dedicated giveaway hub where customers can enter at www.RNRtires.com/Giveaway. From now until December 31, RNR will select at least one winner each day for instant prizes, along with weekly major prize drawings and a grand-prize winner announced at year’s end.

The 25th Anniversary Giveaway includes:
Grand Prize: Ultimate Ride Makeover: One winner will receive a full vehicle transformation package, featuring:

• $3,000 RNR gift card for new tires and wheels
• Professional full-car detailing
• $1,000 gas card
• One year of free tire maintenance
• Up to $1,000 gift card toward aftermarket vehicle upgrades

Weekly Major Prize Winners: Four winners will be selected in December to receive:

• New tires and wheels (up to $2,000 value)
• $500 gas card

Instant Daily Prizes: Throughout December, RNR will award a variety of daily prizes totaling $5,000, including:

• $150 off tires or wheels
• $100 off tires or wheels
• Gas cards ($50–$100)
• Visa gift cards
• Company merchandise

“For 25 years, RNR Tire Express has built its business on serving communities, supporting families, and creating real value for our customers,” said Adam Sutton, CEO of RNR Tire Express. “This anniversary giveaway is our way of saying thank you. We’re proud to celebrate this milestone with the people who have supported us through 25 years.”

Since its founding, RNR Tire Express has grown from a single-store operation into a national franchise system with a strong commitment to affordability, flexible payment options, and local community involvement. The 25th anniversary initiative reflects that mission, continuing a legacy of customer appreciation and community-first values.

To learn more or enter the RNR Tire Express 25th Anniversary Giveaway, visit www.RNRtires.com/Giveaway.

About RNR Tire Express:

RNR Tire Express is a national franchise retailer of quality tires and custom wheels known for their customer-centric, flexible lease-to-own payment options. Established in 2000 by rent-to-own veteran Larry Sutton, RNR has grown to over 200 locations in 30 states. The brand ranked No. 186 in Franchise Times’ Top 400 list for 2024 and was recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners. Most recently, RNR ranked No. 245 in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2025 Franchise 500 ranking and #10 in the Automotive category. RNR Tire Express is seeking qualified multi-unit franchisees to help expand the franchise into prime markets throughout the country.

Media Contact: Sammy O’Connell, Fishman Public Relations, soconnell@fishmanpr.com

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• RNR Tire Express Marks Milestone With Month-Long Celebration and $25,000 in Prizes for Customers Across the Country
• 25 Winners Will Receive Gift Cards, Gas Cards, Company Merchandise, and More, With Additional Weekly Drawings for Major Prizes
• One Grand-Prize Winner Will Receive the Ultimate Ride Makeover, Including New Tires and Wheels, a Gas Card, Detailing Package, Tire Maintenance, and Upgrade Credit

TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RNR Tire Express, the nation’s leading franchise retailer for tires and custom wheels, is celebrating 25 years of serving communities nationwide with its largest customer giveaway to date. As part of the brand’s milestone anniversary, RNR is awarding $25,000 worth of prizes to 25 lucky winners throughout the month of December.

To commemorate the anniversary, the brand has launched a dedicated giveaway hub where customers can enter at www.RNRtires.com/Giveaway. From now until December 31, RNR will select at least one winner each day for instant prizes, along with weekly major prize drawings and a grand-prize winner announced at year’s end.

The 25th Anniversary Giveaway includes:
Grand Prize: Ultimate Ride Makeover: One winner will receive a full vehicle transformation package, featuring:

• $3,000 RNR gift card for new tires and wheels
• Professional full-car detailing
• $1,000 gas card
• One year of free tire maintenance
• Up to $1,000 gift card toward aftermarket vehicle upgrades

Weekly Major Prize Winners: Four winners will be selected in December to receive:

• New tires and wheels (up to $2,000 value)
• $500 gas card

Instant Daily Prizes: Throughout December, RNR will award a variety of daily prizes totaling $5,000, including:

• $150 off tires or wheels
• $100 off tires or wheels
• Gas cards ($50–$100)
• Visa gift cards
• Company merchandise

“For 25 years, RNR Tire Express has built its business on serving communities, supporting families, and creating real value for our customers,” said Adam Sutton, CEO of RNR Tire Express. “This anniversary giveaway is our way of saying thank you. We’re proud to celebrate this milestone with the people who have supported us through 25 years.”

Since its founding, RNR Tire Express has grown from a single-store operation into a national franchise system with a strong commitment to affordability, flexible payment options, and local community involvement. The 25th anniversary initiative reflects that mission, continuing a legacy of customer appreciation and community-first values.

To learn more or enter the RNR Tire Express 25th Anniversary Giveaway, visit www.RNRtires.com/Giveaway.

About RNR Tire Express:

RNR Tire Express is a national franchise retailer of quality tires and custom wheels known for their customer-centric, flexible lease-to-own payment options. Established in 2000 by rent-to-own veteran Larry Sutton, RNR has grown to over 200 locations in 30 states. The brand ranked No. 186 in Franchise Times’ Top 400 list for 2024 and was recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners. Most recently, RNR ranked No. 245 in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2025 Franchise 500 ranking and #10 in the Automotive category. RNR Tire Express is seeking qualified multi-unit franchisees to help expand the franchise into prime markets throughout the country.

Media Contact: Sammy O’Connell, Fishman Public Relations, soconnell@fishmanpr.com

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Featured: Fabulous pair of Rizzini R1 .410 & 28-gauge side-by-side shotguns, Pedretti-engraved Purdey over-under ejector game gun, German Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 and Rheinmetal MG42/59 machine guns

DENVER, Pa., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Morphy’s will make the holidays merry and bright for firearms collectors who attend their December 16-18 auction. The 1,343-lot selection includes expertly-vetted arms, armor, edged weapons, and military artifacts, many with important provenance. The auction will be held at Morphy’s flagship gallery in Pennsylvania, with all forms of remote bidding available, including live online through Morphy Live.

Leading the auction lineup is a fabulous pair of Rizzini R1 .410 (choked, modified and improved modified) and 28-gauge (choked improved cylinder and modified) side-by-side shotguns with 23-3/8-inch barrels. Both feature magnificent engraving performed by Angelo Galeazzi, including images of mourning doves and ducks and a rose-and-scroll motif. Both guns were proofed in 1982. The .410 gun bears Italian superior proof marks with 3-inch chambers, and the 28-bore gun displays Italian standard proof marks with 2¾-inch chambers. The highly-figured stocks are of exhibition-grade walnut. Housed in a fine Nizzoli leather case, it is estimated at $150,000-$250,000.

Also for the sporting-gun connoisseur, a cased 28-bore J Purdey & Sons over-and-under ejector game gun with 28-inch file-cut vent rib barrels and Prince of Wales stock has a beautiful program of blackleaf scroll and game-scene vignettes by master engraver Giancarlo Pedretti. Its many features include an engraved grip cap, single non-selective mechanical trigger on round bar action, an auto-safety, hold-open top lever, drop points, single small front bead, SAFE engraved in gold by the beetle-style safety catch, and a gold-inlaid serial number on the bottom strap. Additionally, it has gold-lined cocking indicators, a vacant gold oval on the toe line, a wraparound checkered wrist with mullered borders, checkered forend with mullered borders, and an Anson push-button forend release. Housed in a brass-cornered oak and elephant-hide presentation case with French blocked accessories, all with buffalo-horn handles, this gun carries an $80,000-$120,000 estimate.

Many of the finest NFA firearms ever to reach the auction marketplace have been sold by Morphy’s. Two NFA lots in the December auction are exceptional “must-see” items that will require BATF approval prior to being transferred to their new owners. The first is a factory-original 3-position “S E F” selector Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 registered-receiver 9mm Luger machine gun. According to the “IE” proof code on top of its receiver, the gun was manufactured in 1984. It is marked Made in W Germany / HK Chantilly, Va on the right side of the magazine well, and HK MP5 SD on top of the receiver. It is currently fitted with a telescoping stock and an immediately recognizable screw-on factory silencer and also includes its original fixed shoulder stock, four original straight MP5 HK-marked magazines dated 11/67, one ID-marked 20-round magazine, a green three-cell magazine pouch, and an original H&K sight adjustment tool. Estimate: $50,000-$80,000

The second NFA lot of special note is a very early German Model MG42/59 machine gun imported and registered by Cadillac Gage (Warren, Mich.) and used to bore-sight vehicle turrets. It has a scarce configuration with a 20-inch barrel and factory-correct 7.62x51mm (.308) NATO caliber/bore using M13 disintegrating links. It is marked with a very low serial number, 61-00001, as well as RHEINMETAL GmbH/FRG CADILLAC GAGE WARREN, MICH in electro-pencil. This is the first of the MG42/59s and, as such, should be of utmost interest to collectors. Estimate: $50,000-$80,000.

Visit Morphy’s online: www.morphyauctions.com.

Media Contact:
Dan Morphy
877-968-8880
406441@email4pr.com

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Featured: Fabulous pair of Rizzini R1 .410 & 28-gauge side-by-side shotguns, Pedretti-engraved Purdey over-under ejector game gun, German Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 and Rheinmetal MG42/59 machine guns

DENVER, Pa., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Morphy’s will make the holidays merry and bright for firearms collectors who attend their December 16-18 auction. The 1,343-lot selection includes expertly-vetted arms, armor, edged weapons, and military artifacts, many with important provenance. The auction will be held at Morphy’s flagship gallery in Pennsylvania, with all forms of remote bidding available, including live online through Morphy Live.

Leading the auction lineup is a fabulous pair of Rizzini R1 .410 (choked, modified and improved modified) and 28-gauge (choked improved cylinder and modified) side-by-side shotguns with 23-3/8-inch barrels. Both feature magnificent engraving performed by Angelo Galeazzi, including images of mourning doves and ducks and a rose-and-scroll motif. Both guns were proofed in 1982. The .410 gun bears Italian superior proof marks with 3-inch chambers, and the 28-bore gun displays Italian standard proof marks with 2¾-inch chambers. The highly-figured stocks are of exhibition-grade walnut. Housed in a fine Nizzoli leather case, it is estimated at $150,000-$250,000.

Also for the sporting-gun connoisseur, a cased 28-bore J Purdey & Sons over-and-under ejector game gun with 28-inch file-cut vent rib barrels and Prince of Wales stock has a beautiful program of blackleaf scroll and game-scene vignettes by master engraver Giancarlo Pedretti. Its many features include an engraved grip cap, single non-selective mechanical trigger on round bar action, an auto-safety, hold-open top lever, drop points, single small front bead, SAFE engraved in gold by the beetle-style safety catch, and a gold-inlaid serial number on the bottom strap. Additionally, it has gold-lined cocking indicators, a vacant gold oval on the toe line, a wraparound checkered wrist with mullered borders, checkered forend with mullered borders, and an Anson push-button forend release. Housed in a brass-cornered oak and elephant-hide presentation case with French blocked accessories, all with buffalo-horn handles, this gun carries an $80,000-$120,000 estimate.

Many of the finest NFA firearms ever to reach the auction marketplace have been sold by Morphy’s. Two NFA lots in the December auction are exceptional “must-see” items that will require BATF approval prior to being transferred to their new owners. The first is a factory-original 3-position “S E F” selector Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 registered-receiver 9mm Luger machine gun. According to the “IE” proof code on top of its receiver, the gun was manufactured in 1984. It is marked Made in W Germany / HK Chantilly, Va on the right side of the magazine well, and HK MP5 SD on top of the receiver. It is currently fitted with a telescoping stock and an immediately recognizable screw-on factory silencer and also includes its original fixed shoulder stock, four original straight MP5 HK-marked magazines dated 11/67, one ID-marked 20-round magazine, a green three-cell magazine pouch, and an original H&K sight adjustment tool. Estimate: $50,000-$80,000

The second NFA lot of special note is a very early German Model MG42/59 machine gun imported and registered by Cadillac Gage (Warren, Mich.) and used to bore-sight vehicle turrets. It has a scarce configuration with a 20-inch barrel and factory-correct 7.62x51mm (.308) NATO caliber/bore using M13 disintegrating links. It is marked with a very low serial number, 61-00001, as well as RHEINMETAL GmbH/FRG CADILLAC GAGE WARREN, MICH in electro-pencil. This is the first of the MG42/59s and, as such, should be of utmost interest to collectors. Estimate: $50,000-$80,000.

Visit Morphy’s online: www.morphyauctions.com.

Media Contact:
Dan Morphy
877-968-8880
406441@email4pr.com

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PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Doral Renewables has secured a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for its 270 MWac Lambs Draw Solar Project in Decatur County, Kansas. Under the agreement, a leading U.S. corporation will purchase 100% of the facility’s energy output and associated Renewable Energy Credits. This milestone reinforces Doral Renewables’ momentum in expanding its contracted energy portfolio across the United States. LevelTen Energy, a leading provider of clean energy procurement solutions, supported the transaction by serving as the marketplace operator and platform provider connecting Doral Renewables and the buyer.

The Lambs Draw Solar Project, located in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), continues Doral Renewables’ tradition of building strong relationships with local communities and farmers. The company has already established connections with cultural institutions, schools, law enforcement, and first responders, and plans to expand its involvement as construction approaches.

“We are very grateful for the community support we have experienced in Decatur County,” said Cliff Williams, Doral Renewables VP of Development and the leading developer on the Lambs Draw Solar project. “The Commissioners, the Oberlin-Decatur County Economic Development and the Oberlin-Decatur County Area Chamber have been a pleasure to work with on the Lambs Draw project.”

The construction of the Lambs Draw Solar Project will represent one of the largest energy investments in the region, creating hundreds of jobs during construction for local and regional residents. By partnering with local businesses throughout the build, the project will inject new economic activity into Decatur County and strengthen the area’s long-term growth prospects.

“This is yet another significant milestone for our company. We are proud to have earned the trust and confidence of another major customer,” said Sean Boyle, Vice President of Markets at Doral Renewables. “Our approach to project development and community engagement, combined with our efforts to implement agrivoltaics practices across our portfolio, resonates with large corporations and farmers alike. It is a testament that when done right, every party involved in the project wins.”

This transaction brings Doral Renewables’ contracted energy generation to nearly 2 GW in total. It caps a strong year for the Philadelphia-based company, following a $1.5 billion project debt financial close and the beginning of construction on the remaining 900 MW of its Mammoth Solar project in Indiana, a tax equity financing for its Great Bend Solar in Ohio, an incremental $100 million corporate letter of credit facility, and an offtake agreement for its Cold Creek Solar project in Texas.

About Doral Renewables

Doral Renewables is a Philadelphia-based developer, owner, and operator of renewable energy assets throughout the United States. Our solar and storage development portfolio comprises nearly 18 GW, which includes 400 MW currently in operation and nearly 1.3 GW of solar and 340 MWh of Battery Storage under construction. Doral Renewables operates in 17 states and across five electricity markets. With a strong focus on community engagement, we aim to integrate agrivoltaics practices throughout our pipeline, creating additional opportunities for farming communities. Our team of global partners includes the Doral Group (TASE: DORL), Migdal Group (TASE: MGDL), Clean Air Generation, APG, and Apollo Funds. Learn more at doral-llc.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets, “Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market by Type (Short Chain Length, Medium Chain Length), Production Method (Sugar Fermentation, Vegetable Oil Fermentation), Application (Packaging & Food Services, Biomedical), and Region – Global Forecasts to 2030″, The polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market size was USD 123.8 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 265.2 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 16.5% between 2025 and 2030.

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Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market Size & Forecast:

• Market Size Available for Years: 2020–2030
• 2025 Market Size: USD 123.8 million
• 2030 Projected Market Size: USD 265.2 million
• CAGR (2025–2030): 16.5%

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market Trends & Insights:

• The PHA market is projected to witness robust growth in the coming years, driven by rising demand across packaging & food services, biomedical, and agriculture applications. With a growing focus on sustainability, circular materials, and stricter environmental regulations, industries are moving toward biodegradable and compostable options. PHA provides performance like traditional plastics and meets tough environmental standards, making it a preferred choice. This connection with global sustainability goals is likely to speed up adoption in the future.
• Europe dominated the global PHA market in 2024, accounting for a market share of 57.4%, in terms of value.
• The short chain length segment is projected to be the fastest growing type of PHA with a CAGR of 16.8%, in terms of value, between 2025 and 2030
• The sugar fermentation segment accounted for the largest share in the overall PHA market in 2024, in terms of value.
• The packaging & food services application is projected to register the highest CAGR of 17.0%, in terms of value, during the forecast period.

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The PHA market is expanding at a fast rate because of increasing demand for biodegradable as well as high-performance bioplastics in packaging & food service, biomedical, and agriculture. The move towards sustainability and strengthening international governance on the use of single-use plastics is hastening the use of PHA as a more environmentally friendly substitute. Its natural properties, including compostability, biocompatibility, and high mechanical strength, are propelling its application in flexible packaging, food-contact products, medical materials, and farm films. The increasing popularity of circular materials, along with escalating corporate commitments to ESG, is further increasing the potential of next-generation PHA grades and formulations. All these are contributing to a steady and healthy growth of the global PHA market.

By application, the biomedical segment is the second-largest application of PHA.

The biomedical segment was the second-largest application of the PHA market in 2024. This is attributed to the high biocompatibility, biodegradability, and regulatory acceptance of the material for use in the medical field. PHA is used in sutures, tissue-engineering scaffolds, drug-delivery systems, and wound care products as it can safely degrade within the body without leaving behind residual toxic products. Increasing research on more sophisticated biomaterials, coupled with a rising number of injectable medical solutions, also contributes to adoption. Moreover, increasing healthcare investment and the need to use less aggressive and more patient-friendly materials make PHA an important choice as a high-value biomedical material, enhancing its robust presence in the market.

By production type, the vegetable oil fermentation segment is projected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

The vegetable oil fermentation segment is projected to register the highest CAGR in the overall PHA market during the forecast period. This growth is attributed to its cost-effectiveness, scalability, and easy accessibility. The characteristics of vegetable oil fermentation allow larger yields and better stability of the processes than old sugar-based pathways. The use of waste or low-value vegetable oils also increases the overall sustainability. With end users focusing more on low-carbon, bio-based inputs, manufacturers are hastening the adoption of oil-based fermentation technology.

North America was the second-largest market for PHA in 2024.

In 2024, North America accounted for the second-largest share of the global PHA market. The market in the region is driven by the increasing need to minimize plastic waste and the demand for compostable materials. The region has an established biopolymer R&D environment and various biotechnology companies. Sustainability promises by large consumer brands also boost the PHA adoption, especially in one-time use and specialty applications. These factors make North America one of the most significant drivers of the global PHA market.

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Kay Players:

The key players profiled in the report include Teknor Apex (US), Kaneka Corporation (Japan), Ecomann Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), RWDC Industries (Singapore), Bluepha Co., Ltd. (China), Newlight Technologies, Inc. (US), Ningbo Tianan Biologic Materials Co., Ltd. (China), Biomer (Germany), Beijing PhaBuilder Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), and TerraVerdae Bioworks Inc. (Canada).

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets, “Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market by Type (Short Chain Length, Medium Chain Length), Production Method (Sugar Fermentation, Vegetable Oil Fermentation), Application (Packaging & Food Services, Biomedical), and Region – Global Forecasts to 2030″, The polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) market size was USD 123.8 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 265.2 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 16.5% between 2025 and 2030.

Download PDF Brochure: https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/pdfdownloadNew.asp?id=395

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market Size & Forecast:

• Market Size Available for Years: 2020–2030
• 2025 Market Size: USD 123.8 million
• 2030 Projected Market Size: USD 265.2 million
• CAGR (2025–2030): 16.5%

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market Trends & Insights:

• The PHA market is projected to witness robust growth in the coming years, driven by rising demand across packaging & food services, biomedical, and agriculture applications. With a growing focus on sustainability, circular materials, and stricter environmental regulations, industries are moving toward biodegradable and compostable options. PHA provides performance like traditional plastics and meets tough environmental standards, making it a preferred choice. This connection with global sustainability goals is likely to speed up adoption in the future.
• Europe dominated the global PHA market in 2024, accounting for a market share of 57.4%, in terms of value.
• The short chain length segment is projected to be the fastest growing type of PHA with a CAGR of 16.8%, in terms of value, between 2025 and 2030
• The sugar fermentation segment accounted for the largest share in the overall PHA market in 2024, in terms of value.
• The packaging & food services application is projected to register the highest CAGR of 17.0%, in terms of value, during the forecast period.

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The PHA market is expanding at a fast rate because of increasing demand for biodegradable as well as high-performance bioplastics in packaging & food service, biomedical, and agriculture. The move towards sustainability and strengthening international governance on the use of single-use plastics is hastening the use of PHA as a more environmentally friendly substitute. Its natural properties, including compostability, biocompatibility, and high mechanical strength, are propelling its application in flexible packaging, food-contact products, medical materials, and farm films. The increasing popularity of circular materials, along with escalating corporate commitments to ESG, is further increasing the potential of next-generation PHA grades and formulations. All these are contributing to a steady and healthy growth of the global PHA market.

By application, the biomedical segment is the second-largest application of PHA.

The biomedical segment was the second-largest application of the PHA market in 2024. This is attributed to the high biocompatibility, biodegradability, and regulatory acceptance of the material for use in the medical field. PHA is used in sutures, tissue-engineering scaffolds, drug-delivery systems, and wound care products as it can safely degrade within the body without leaving behind residual toxic products. Increasing research on more sophisticated biomaterials, coupled with a rising number of injectable medical solutions, also contributes to adoption. Moreover, increasing healthcare investment and the need to use less aggressive and more patient-friendly materials make PHA an important choice as a high-value biomedical material, enhancing its robust presence in the market.

By production type, the vegetable oil fermentation segment is projected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period.

The vegetable oil fermentation segment is projected to register the highest CAGR in the overall PHA market during the forecast period. This growth is attributed to its cost-effectiveness, scalability, and easy accessibility. The characteristics of vegetable oil fermentation allow larger yields and better stability of the processes than old sugar-based pathways. The use of waste or low-value vegetable oils also increases the overall sustainability. With end users focusing more on low-carbon, bio-based inputs, manufacturers are hastening the adoption of oil-based fermentation technology.

North America was the second-largest market for PHA in 2024.

In 2024, North America accounted for the second-largest share of the global PHA market. The market in the region is driven by the increasing need to minimize plastic waste and the demand for compostable materials. The region has an established biopolymer R&D environment and various biotechnology companies. Sustainability promises by large consumer brands also boost the PHA adoption, especially in one-time use and specialty applications. These factors make North America one of the most significant drivers of the global PHA market.

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Kay Players:

The key players profiled in the report include Teknor Apex (US), Kaneka Corporation (Japan), Ecomann Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), RWDC Industries (Singapore), Bluepha Co., Ltd. (China), Newlight Technologies, Inc. (US), Ningbo Tianan Biologic Materials Co., Ltd. (China), Biomer (Germany), Beijing PhaBuilder Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), and TerraVerdae Bioworks Inc. (Canada).

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Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate Market – Global Forecast to 2030

About MarketsandMarkets™ 

MarketsandMarkets™ has been recognized as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes, as per their recent report. 

MarketsandMarkets™ is a blue ocean alternative in growth consulting and program management, leveraging a man-machine offering to drive supernormal growth for progressive organizations in the B2B space. With the widest lens on emerging technologies, we are proficient in co-creating supernormal growth for clients across the globe. 

Today, 80% of Fortune 2000 companies rely on MarketsandMarkets, and 90 of the top 100 companies in each sector trust us to accelerate their revenue growth. With a global clientele of over 13,000 organizations, we help businesses thrive in a disruptive ecosystem. 

The B2B economy is witnessing the emergence of $25 trillion in new revenue streams that are replacing existing ones within this decade. We work with clients on growth programs, helping them monetize this $25 trillion opportunity through our service lines – TAM Expansion, Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy to Execution, Market Share Gain, Account Enablement, and Thought Leadership Marketing. 

Built on the ‘GIVE Growth’ principle, we collaborate with several Forbes Global 2000 B2B companies to keep them future-ready. Our insights and strategies are powered by industry experts, cutting-edge AI, and our Market Intelligence Cloud, KnowledgeStore™, which integrates research and provides ecosystem-wide visibility into revenue shifts. 

To find out more, visit www.MarketsandMarkets™.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. 

Contact:
Mr. Rohan Salgarkar
MarketsandMarkets™ INC.
1615 South Congress Ave.
Suite 103, Delray Beach, FL 33445
USA: +1-888-600-6441
Email: sales@marketsandmarkets.com
Visit Our Website: https://www.marketsandmarkets.com/

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