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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Hugues Boëton: +33 6 79 99 27 15
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Canada: Mark Duggan – [email protected]
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ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC

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

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

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

ABOUT NORTH ATLANTIC ENERGIES

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

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

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

MEDIA CONTACTS

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

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EF launches search for strategic partner in bid to become world’s best cycling team

Additional investment builds on EF’s existing commitment and will go towards building Tour de France Femmes winning squad and long-term talent development on men’s and U23 squads

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EF (Education First) is launching an unprecedented and unique opportunity, opening the first naming rights for EF Pro Cycling to an additional partner ready to shape the next era of professional cycling together with EF.

EF will remain the team’s owner and long-term anchor partner at an unchanged level of investment. The opening of a title partner position is designed to add resources on top of EF’s existing commitment, enabling the team to compete with the largest budgets in the sport and accelerate its ambitions. This opportunity gives a partner the chance to help build the team of the future alongside EF, while gaining visibility in front of millions of fans worldwide.

EF’s long-term vision is focused on three clear outcomes:

  • Win the Tour de France Femmes within the next three years
  • Continue building the world leading development pathway in professional cycling
  • Win both men’s and women’s Tours de France within the next decade with riders developed through the EF Pro Cycling system

“It’s rare in professional sport, and nearly unheard of in cycling, for an owner and anchor partner to commit long-term at EF’s current level and still invite an additional title partner to invest purely to make the team stronger,” says team CEO Jonathan Vaughters. “We owe a great deal to EF. They recognize the incredible opportunity we have to keep building something truly special.”

Founded in 2003 on the belief that fans deserved a team they could trust, the team has won monuments, Olympic medals, world championships, and a grand tour while also broadening the horizons of the sport with victories at gravel events like Unbound. EF acquired the team in 2017, recognizing the parallels between cycling’s global spirit and the company’s mission of opening the world through education and cultural exchange.

“Our sport has changed dramatically over the past two decades,” says Vaughters. “WorldTour budgets have risen at an unprecedented pace, and we see this as an opportunity to partner with a brand that shares our vision of winning at the highest level while staying true to who we are.”

The team will keep building around key riders such as Ben Healy, Magdeleine Vallieres, Kristen Faulkner, Richard Carapaz and Neilson Powless – who have all signed long-term contract extensions with the team – while also developing the exciting young talents already proving themselves on the world stage.

“This is a unique opportunity for an organization to partner with a global team and organization such as EF. Together, we can build a team that extends far beyond traditional sponsorship, creating lasting value and impact for years to come,” says EF Education First Global Chief of Staff and EF Pro Cycling President Maria Norrman.

On-bike success has always been the foundation of EF Pro Cycling, complemented by one of the strongest and most engaged digital platforms in professional cycling. Since 2017, the team has consistently ranked among the top teams in the sport for social media impressions and engagement, while delivering one of the strongest returns on investment for a title partner across professional sports, according to Nielsen Analytics.

Just as importantly, EF Pro Cycling is defined by the longevity and consistency of its partnerships with brands such as EasyPost, Cannondale, Wahoo and POC. These long-term partners have helped build EF Pro Cycling into what it is today, remaining committed far longer than is typical in professional sport. This reflects a shared belief in the team’s values, spirit, and long-term vision.

“Title sponsorship amplifies the reach to the cycling audience, and EF Pro Cycling is well positioned to benefit from the trends and growth in the cycling audience and viewership,” says Nielsen Sports Commercial Director and Head of Cycling Jerome Bouchat. “This team cultivates its own image to stand out and understands that to attract brands, it must be as visible as possible and offer powerful storytelling.”

Join us and enter the next chapter of our 23-year history as we build the world’s best team.
Interested in partnering with us? Email: [email protected]

About EF 
Founded in 1965, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that shares a common mission of opening the world through education, offering language, academic, cultural exchange, and educational travel programs.

About EF Pro Cycling
At EF Pro Cycling (division of EF), we believe the world is better when people push boundaries together. Our men’s WorldTeam squad, EF Education-EasyPost; our women’s WorldTeam squad, EF Education-Oatly; and our development squad, EF Education-Aevolo; compete in the biggest events around the world both on and off-road. From the Tours de France to Unbound Gravel, we race, explore, and push the boundaries of what pro cycling can be. Since our founding in 2003, we have championed ethical competition and sought to disrupt the status quo. Our mission is to become the world’s most-loved team.

CONTACT
Johannes Manson
Marketing and Communication Director
EF Pro Cycling
[email protected]
efprocycling.com
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CGTN: Beyond differences: Why the British PM calls long-awaited China trip a ‘huge opportunity’

CGTN published an article on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to China, highlighting that amid rising global uncertainty, Beijing and London are placing greater emphasis on long-term stability, pragmatic cooperation and shared interests in global governance and economic growth.

BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chinese President Xi Jinping met British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Beijing on Thursday, marking the first visit by a UK prime minister to China in eight years. Both leaders emphasized the need to build a long-term consistent comprehensive strategic partnership.

Emphasizing the need to see history from a broader perspective, Xi called on the two countries to transcend differences and maintain mutual respect, so that the promising potential of cooperation could be translated into remarkable accomplishments, benefiting both peoples and the world.

Starmer opened the meeting by acknowledging the long gap in high-level exchanges. It had been “too long” since a British prime minister last visited China, he said. Upon arriving in Beijing, he framed the trip in pragmatic terms. “It is in our national interest to engage with China,” Starmer told reporters. “There are huge opportunities to be had.”

As permanent members of the UN Security Council and major global economies, China and the UK share vital interests in promoting economic growth, supporting social development and contributing to global stability.

Seeking cooperation in an uncertain world

Analysts say Starmer’s visit reflects a broader European trend, where countries are increasingly seeking pragmatic engagement with China amid rising global uncertainty.

Recent months have seen high-level visits to China by leaders from France, Ireland and Finland. A CGTN poll showed that 85.2 percent of respondents believe such frequent visits reflect a broad consensus on achieving equal and orderly multipolarity, as well as inclusive and beneficial globalization.

Wang Zhanpeng, director of the UK Studies Center at Beijing Foreign Studies University, noted that the unpredictable policies, unilateralism and assertive actions of the Trump administration had posed challenges for Europe. He said European leaders’ visits reflect a recognition that China’s development is neither a challenge nor a threat to Europe. “Starmer’s visit could further encourage others to move beyond the dilemma of choosing sides and support a more balanced, multipolar global order,” he added.

Vince Cable, former UK secretary of State for Business and Trade, offered a similar perspective. “The erratic behavior of the Trump administration is causing many Western countries, not just the UK, to balance their relationships in a different way,” he told CGTN.

Xi also pointed out that the international order has for some time been severely impacted. He emphasized that international law can only be truly effective when all countries, especially major powers, abide by it. “China and the UK, as supporters of multilateralism and free trade, should jointly advocate and practice genuine multilateralism, fostering a fairer and more equitable global governance system, building an orderly multipolar world and promoting inclusive globalization.”

Starmer added that China plays a key role in international affairs and said the UK is willing to cooperate on challenges such as climate change to help maintain global stability.

Turning stability into economic benefits

During the meeting, Xi described the essence of China-UK economic and trade cooperation as mutually beneficial and win-win.

He said both sides should expand collaboration in education, healthcare, finance and services, as well as joint research and industrial applications in artificial intelligence (AI), biosciences, renewable energy and low-carbon technologies. He also called on the UK to provide a fair and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese enterprises.

Economic ties remain a central pillar of the bilateral relationship as China has long been one of the UK’s top five trading partners, with annual trade consistently at the hundred-billion-dollar level. According to China’s Ministry of Commerce, goods trade reached $103.7 billion in 2025, while services trade is expected to surpass $30 billion, and two-way investment stock stands at nearly $68 billion. UK government figures also show that China is now the UK’s third-largest trading partner, supporting around 370,000 jobs. The CGTN poll also showed that 85.8 percent of respondents believe China’s vast market represents a significant opportunity for British businesses.

Starmer led a delegation of more than 60 representatives from the UK’s business and cultural sectors, highlighting the practical economic stakes. Speaking during the meeting, he said the UK is ready to maintain high-level exchanges and deepen cooperation in trade, investment, finance and environmental protection, aiming to support growth and deliver tangible benefits to people in both countries.

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2026-01-29/Why-British-PM-Keir-Starmer-calls-China-trip-huge-opportunity–1KkIvhLU6pa/p.html

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Bodor Laser Introduces the “Extreme Speed” Concept in Tube Processing, Launches the SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine

JINAN, China, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bodor Laser, a global manufacturer of laser cutting solutions, has announced the launch of its SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine, alongside the introduction of its new “Extreme Speed” concept for tube processing. The concept focuses on improving overall manufacturing efficiency by combining high-speed performance, structural stability, and intelligent automation across the production process.

The Bodor Laser SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine
The Bodor Laser SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine

The Bodor Laser SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine

The SK Series is designed to operate reliably under high-speed conditions, delivering a maximum acceleration of 2.7G and a maximum rotational speed of 260 r/min. The rear chuck reaches position in 2.5 seconds, supporting rapid tube positioning and continuous cutting. According to internal testing, the system achieves up to 1.8 times higher processing efficiency at 2.7G compared with operation at 1G.

Precision is maintained through a laser head Z-axis speed of up to 60 m/min, supported by an upgraded adaptive following algorithm that enables fast and accurate height adjustment during cutting. The system also supports simultaneous loading and cutting, reducing tube loading time to approximately 8 seconds and increasing overall processing efficiency by more than 20%.

To ensure stability at high speeds, the SK Series features Bodor Laser’s proprietary arch-bridge structure. The three-dimensional triangular transmission design optimizes force distribution during rapid motion, improving mechanical balance and long-term stability.

The chuck system is manufactured from high-strength alloy materials and treated with advanced heat processing. Compared with the previous generation, positioning accuracy has improved by over 20%. In addition, front-chuck over-travel technology enables dual-chuck clamping for long tubes, ensuring consistent accuracy throughout the entire cutting process.

Addressing the industry’s shift toward small-batch, high-mix production, the SK Series integrates an AI-based intelligent nesting system that automatically optimizes cutting paths. Compared with conventional nesting methods, the system increases cutting efficiency by up to 30% and improves material utilization, resulting in annual savings of more than 1,000 tubes under comprehensive production conditions.

Optional configurations—including zero-tail cutting, bevel cutting, and loading and unloading following support—allow the SK Series to be adapted to a wide range of advanced manufacturing requirements. With the Extreme Speed concept, Bodor Laser aims to set new benchmarks for efficiency and reliability in tube laser cutting.

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Contacts
Bodor Laser
www.bodor.com
Jack Thompson
[email protected]

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Zoom to Release Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2026

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) today announced it will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026 on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, after the market closes.

A live Zoom Webinar of the event can be accessed at 2:00 pm PT / 5:00 pm ET through Zoom’s investor relations website at https://investors.zoom.com. A replay will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the live event.

About Zoom
Zoom (NASDAQ:ZM) provides the AI-first, open work platform built for human connection and purposefully designed to move conversations to completion. From entrepreneurs to global enterprises, customers choose Zoom to seamlessly collaborate, communicate, and drive outcomes across meetings, chat, phone, contact center, events, and more — all with the built-in assistance of Zoom AI Companion. Founded in 2011, Zoom is headquartered in San Jose, CA. For more information, visit zoom.com.

Public Relations
Karen Modlin
Head of Corporate Communications, Zoom
[email protected]

Investor Relations
Charles Eveslage
Head of Investor Relations, Zoom
[email protected]

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Dictador Names Will Smith as Global Artistic Director, Marking a Bold New Chapter for the Luxury Rum House

MIKOŁÓW, Poland, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Dictador, Colombia’s iconic luxury rum house, announces the appointment of Will Smith as Global Artistic Director, signaling a defining new chapter in the brand’s evolution at the intersection of art, storytelling, and fine rum.

Will Smith with Dictador in Poland
Will Smith with Dictador in Poland

Will Smith, Dictador’s Global Artistic Director, taking part in the brand’s launch activities in Poland.


More than a traditional brand partnership, Smith’s role represents a creative alliance designed to shape how Dictador connects with culture worldwide. As Global Artistic Director, Smith will bring his creative vision, energy, and passion to curating bold brand moments, fostering intimate cross-disciplinary collaborations, and inviting artists from across mediums—film, music, visual art, and beyond—to gather around what Dictador calls “the table.”

“This isn’t about endorsing a bottle,” said Will Smith. “It’s about creating space. When I first met Mariusz and the Dictador team, I felt their respect for legacy and their fearless desire to tell important stories through art. Dictador doesn’t just make rum—it creates culture. That’s a table I wanted to sit at.”

Smith’s journey with the brand began years earlier in Cartagena, where the rhythm of the city—and the spirit born there—left a lasting impression. Over time, Dictador continued to appear in places meaningful to him, eventually leading to conversations with Mariusz Jawoszek, Dictador’s visionary CEO. Their dialogue—rooted in creativity, transformation, and disruption—laid the foundation for this partnership.

Once involved, Smith immersed himself fully in the brand, participating in workshops, creative brainstorms, and special projects such as The Game Changer. Now, as Dictador enters a period of accelerated growth—particularly in the United States—Smith joins at a pivotal moment.

“Will embodies the same rebellious, dynamic spirit that defines Dictador,” said Mariusz Jawoszek, CEO of Dictador. “For over 110 years, our rum has been crafted in Colombia using time-honored methods. What evolves is how we tell our story. Today, it is managed by my Partner and Master Blender Hernan Parra. With Will, we are sharing our heritage through a new cultural lens—one that inspires, challenges, and resonates with a new generation.”

Today, the brand is distributed across 80 countries on five continents, while continuing to redefine what a spirits brand can be.

Recognized as the world’s first “Art House Spirit,” Dictador has long blurred the boundaries between craftsmanship and creativity. From its Totem Collection—created with indigenous artisans in Mexico and Colombia—to collaborations with artists such as Richard Orlinski, Lalique, Mariusz Waras M-City and Tomasz Górnicki, Dictador transforms rum into a medium for cultural expression. The brand has also made history at Sotheby’s, achieving world records for both the most expensive rum bottle and cask ever sold.

Will Smith at Dictador HQ
Will Smith at Dictador HQ

Will Smith, Dictador’s Global Artistic Director, reviewing creative materials at the brand’s headquarters as part of ongoing strategic development.

Smith’s appointment formalizes his role as a host at the table—bringing artists together, championing creative voices, and helping Dictador continue to transcend category conventions.

“After years in film, music, and storytelling, I was searching for a deeper creative exploration,” Smith added. “Dictador’s fearless fusion of art and craft found me at the right moment. Now, it’s time to invite more artists into this family and see what we can create together.”

Together, Dictador and Will Smith aim to break molds, reinvent expectations, and change the game—ushering in a new era where luxury rum becomes a living platform for art, culture, and connection.

Dictador’s portfolio is available through the brand’s official online stores, with us.dictador.com serving customers in the United States and dictador.com for Europe.

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​​For interviews with Dictador’s executives or to learn more about the brand’s collectible offerings, contact:

PR & Digital Marketing Manager
Natalie Grzyb [email protected]

About Dictador @the_dictador
Dictador is the ultimate Arthouse Spirit brand with a dynamic and rebellious spirit. Built on Colombian heritage, Dictador has an appreciation for the past while striving to positively impact the future. Dictador has a highly innovative, new line of product initiatives under their “Art Distilled” platform, highlighting collaborations with artists like Lalique, Vhils, Richard Orlinski, Tomasz Gornicki and The M-City Golden Cities bottle program to produce the first $1bn collection of leading fine art pieces. Dictador’s social responsibility is to support, nurture, and protect art and its place in the natural world through initiatives like the Totem tribal art series or the world’s first graffiti ‘Art Masters’ installation in the Colombian jungle. https://dictador.com/ & https://us.dictador.com/

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AI-Media to Showcase Real-Time Translation and Accessibility Workflows at ISE 2026 as Multilingual AV Demand Accelerates

AI-Media at ISE 2026

Join AI-Media at ISE 2026 and experience the future of AI-powered accessibility.

BARCELONA, Spain, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI-Media, a global leader in AI-powered subtitling and language solutions, will be at ISE 2026 to demonstrate how real-time translation, captioning, and audio description are becoming essential capabilities across professional AV environments – from live events and corporate communications to venues and public installations.

As audiences become increasingly multilingual and expectations for inclusive communication continue to rise, AV teams are being challenged to deliver experiences that are accessible, understandable, and consistent across both in-room and remote viewing. At ISE 2026, AI-Media will share how its broadcast-grade AI technology is being applied to integrated AV workflows, enabling scalable, real-time language and accessibility support with low latency.

At Booth 4L700, AI-Media will showcase LEXI Voice, an AI-driven solution delivering real-time voice translation into any language with natural-sounding output and minimal delay. Designed for live and broadcast environments, LEXI Voice supports event producers, content owners, and AV integrators looking to deliver multilingual communication without adding complexity to production workflows.

Alongside LEXI Voice, AI-Media will also demonstrate LEXI Text, its real-time AI subtitling solution, and LEXI AD, which provides automated audio description to support inclusive viewing experiences. Together, the LEXI suite helps organisations deliver multilingual and accessible experiences across professional AV and broadcast environments – supporting a broader industry shift toward inclusive communication as a standard expectation, not an add-on.

“Professional AV is moving quickly toward the same expectations broadcasters have operated under for years – reliability, low latency, and experiences that work across languages and accessibility needs,” said Mark Lovatt, VP Strategic Accounts and VP Sales – EMEA at AI-Media. “At ISE, we’re demonstrating how real-time voice translation, subtitling, and audio description can be delivered as part of the live workflow, helping organisations design more inclusive experiences from the start.”

All LEXI solutions integrate seamlessly with SDI and IP infrastructures, supporting deployments across conferences, corporate communications, live events, sports venues, houses of worship, and public installations.

AI-Media looks forward to engaging with industry professionals throughout ISE 2026 in Barcelona to discuss how language and accessibility technology can be applied across live, broadcast, and integrated AV environments. Visit Booth 4L700 to explore AI-Media’s real-time voice translation, subtitling, and audio description workflows in action. Further information about AI-Media’s solutions, including the option to book meetings with AI-Media representatives at ISE, is available here: https://landing.ai-media.tv/ise-2026

About AI-Media:

AI-Media (ASX: AIM) is a global leader in AI-powered voice translation, captioning, and language orchestration. The LEXI Suite and global encoder network deliver real-time multilingual intelligence – trusted worldwide to modernize workflows, enhance communication, and scale the shift from text to spoken AI.

For more information visit the AI-Media website.

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Smart Communications Names Heidi Johnson Chief Product and Technology Officer

Former Bloomberg, Komodo Health, and Carta Executive Joins Smart Communications to Lead Global Innovation Strategy

Simon Tindal to Retire from Smart Communications After Nearly Two Decades of Transformative Leadership

LONDON, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Smart Communications™, a leading technology company focused on helping highly regulated organizations engage in more meaningful customer conversations, today announced the appointment of Heidi Johnson to the role of Chief Product and Technology Officer. Johnson will succeed Simon Tindal, who is retiring from Smart Communications, and will assume leadership of the company’s innovation strategy and product and technology organization.

Johnson joins Smart Communications with more than 20 years of experience building and scaling end-user SaaS products and the platforms that power them. She has held senior leadership roles at Bloomberg, IHS Markit, Komodo Health, and Carta, and brings deep expertise across customer experience, cloud platforms, data, and AI—particularly in highly regulated industries. She has also served as Chief Product Officer in Residence at Products That Count, providing expert insight to global product leaders, and is a mentor with MIT Sandbox, supporting the next generation of technology entrepreneurs.

After more than 20 years with Smart Communications, including a foundational role in building the company, Chief Technology Officer Simon Tindal will transition from the business to pursue new personal ventures. He will remain closely involved as a full-time advisor over the coming months, partnering with newly appointed CPTO Heidi Johnson to ensure a seamless transition and continued momentum.

“Heidi brings a proven track record of building and scaling enterprise-grade platforms, with deep expertise across product, cloud, data, and AI in highly regulated environments,” said Leigh Segall, CEO of Smart Communications. “Her customer-centric approach and ability to translate complex technology into real business impact make her the right leader for this next chapter. She steps into the role with a strong foundation built through Simon’s extraordinary contributions over more than two decades. Simon’s impact on our growth, resilience, and evolution alongside our customers cannot be overstated, and we’re deeply grateful for his leadership. With Heidi leading our product and technology organization, we’re well positioned to accelerate our innovation roadmap and AI vision, and we’re excited for the continued momentum Heidi’s arrival brings to SMART.”

“Smart Communications is uniquely positioned at the intersection of deep domain expertise, trusted technology, and a clear vision for the future,” said Heidi Johnson, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Smart Communications. “The product suite is built to operate at enterprise scale, with security, compliance, and resilience at its core. I’m excited to build on this foundation and accelerate our product and AI roadmap to deliver meaningful, compliant innovation for customers operating in highly regulated industries.”

“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built at Smart Communications,” said Simon Tindal. “This company has always been about solving real problems for customers operating in complex, regulated environments, and that focus has never been stronger. Heidi is an exceptional leader with the right experience and vision to take the platform forward, and I’m excited to support a smooth transition as the company enters its next chapter.”

Johnson’s appointment is effective as of January 28.

About Smart Communications:

Smart Communications is the trusted choice for regulated enterprises looking to modernize complex processes and connect with customers in the moments that matter most. Its Conversation Cloud™ platform powers frictionless, compliant, digital-first experiences through omnichannel communications, intelligent orchestration, secure data capture, and digital archival. More than 700 enterprises worldwide—including Zurich Insurance, Priority Health, The Pacific Financial Group, and The Bancorp—rely on Smart Communications to reduce compliance risk, boost operational efficiency, lower costs, and accelerate digital transformation. Today, with over 30 pre-built connectors, Smart Communications integrates seamlessly with trusted enterprise systems including Salesforce, AWS, Guidewire, DuckCreek, OneSpan, and Pega, and powers more than 60 billion mission-critical customer conversations each year. For more information, visit www.smartcommunications.com.

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Fortrea Announces Date for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Conference Call

DURHAM, N.C., Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Fortrea (Nasdaq: FTRE) (the “Company”), a leading global contract research organization (CRO), today announced that it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Fortrea will host a conference call at 8:00 am ET that day to review its financial results and conduct a question-and-answer session.

To participate in the earnings call, participants should register online at the Fortrea Investor Relations website. To avoid potential delays, please join at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the call. The conference call can also be accessed through the following earnings webcast link.

A replay of the live conference call will be available shortly after the conclusion of the event and accessible on the events and presentations section of the Fortrea Investor Relations website.

About Fortrea

Fortrea (Nasdaq: FTRE) is a leading global provider of clinical development solutions to the life sciences industry. We partner with emerging and large biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and diagnostic companies to drive healthcare innovation that accelerates life changing therapies to patients. Fortrea provides phase I-IV clinical trial management, clinical pharmacology and consulting services. Fortrea’s solutions leverage three decades of experience spanning more than 20 therapeutic areas, a passion for scientific rigor, exceptional insights and a strong investigator site network. Our talented and diverse team working in about 100 countries is scaled to deliver focused and agile solutions to customers globally. Learn more about how Fortrea is becoming a transformative force from pipeline to patient at Fortrea.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter).

Fortrea Contacts

Tracy Krumme (Investors) – 984-385-6707, [email protected]

Sue Zaranek (Media) – 919-943-5422, [email protected]

Kate Dillon (Media) – 646-818-9115, [email protected]

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