HiPhi Named Exclusive Strategic Partner of 2021 Spartan Race in China

SHANGHAI, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — HiPhi, Human Horizons’ premium smart all-electric vehicle brand, has been granted exclusive naming rights for the popular 2021 Spartan Race in China. With a mission to help people ‘push their limits’, the strategic partnership will seek to set a precedence for the relationship between high-end sporting events and vehicle brands by bringing the two groups together through promotional events and a range of overlapping branding…

SHANGHAI, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — HiPhi, Human Horizons’ premium smart all-electric vehicle brand, has been granted exclusive naming rights for the popular 2021 Spartan Race in China. With a mission to help people ‘push their limits’, the strategic partnership will seek to set a precedence for the relationship between high-end sporting events and vehicle brands by bringing the two groups together through promotional events and a range of overlapping branding activities.

Set to be rolled out across the country throughout 2021, Human Horizons’ HiPhi X Super SUV will be present at all 2021 Spartan events.

The Spartan Race is a world-famous obstacle trail running event. Founded in 2007, events now take place in over 30 countries and have seen tens of millions of participants compete in the grueling combination of marathon and obstacle course. Initially established with the intention of providing an accessible yet challenging physical race for a wide audience, Spartan events have grown to encompass the spiritual side of making healthy choices and leading an active life.

HiPhi, Human Horizons’ premium smart all-electric vehicle brand, has been granted exclusive naming rights for the popular 2021 Spartan Race in China.

Reflecting on the partnership, Human Horizons and HiPhi Founder Ding Lei, said «The strategic cooperation between HiPhi and the Spartan Race is about much more than naming rights. The mission of helping people to achieve their best and push forward to greater heights is something we as a company also feel strongly about. The partnership is a way for us to challenge ourselves to be better and show the world our unbreakable spirit.»

Looking to further integrate the partnership, the Spartan Race is offering an exclusive ‘Aim High Training Course’ for HiPhi X customers. The course covers the skills and methods of daily training, information about the race, and an offline physical fitness training camp. The best performers will be invited to attend the Spartan Race and form a HiPhi team. In addition, the two brands have also partnered to organize the ‘HiPhi Children’s Race’, which is an opportunity for little warriors to push themselves and grow.

Set to be rolled out across the country throughout 2021, Human Horizons’ HiPhi X Super SUV will be present at all events. The vehicle will not only be there as a support vehicle for the event, it will also be used as a smart companion to athletes on their journey; helping them go further and push their own limits.

About Spartan Race

The Spartan Race originated in 2007 as an outdoor obstacle race brand founded on the premise of modernizing the military prowess of the ancient Spartans. Today, the Spartan Race holds more than 300 events in more than 30 countries around the world every year and has been attended by more than 10 million people. Since being introduced to China by the operating company, the Shengli Family in 2016, Spartan Warriors has become popular among elite athletes as well as regular people. With more and more people taking part in the Spartan Race as a way to challenge themselves, the competition is no longer just a stage for professional sportsmen. From 2016 to 2020, the Spartan Race held a total of 84 weekend events in China for over half a million participants.

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About HiPhi

HiPhi is a premium brand created by Human Horizons and enhanced by its users. HiPhi X is an EV with a lightweight hybrid aluminum-steel construction and sustainable vegan leathers and recyclable materials which add to the sustainable nature of Human Horizons’ EV products.

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NEXE Announces Plant Expansion, Doubling its Operating Footprint

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – NEXE Innovations Inc. («NEXE» or «the Company») (TSXV: NEXE) is pleased to announce the expansion of its research, development and manufacturing facility in Surrey, BC. The Company will be doubling its footprint from its existing approximate 10,000 sq. ft. to approximately 20,000 sq. ft.  The expansion will include increased space for laboratories, factory floor and offices.

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VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – NEXE Innovations Inc. («NEXE» or «the Company») (TSXV: NEXE) is pleased to announce the expansion of its research, development and manufacturing facility in Surrey, BC. The Company will be doubling its footprint from its existing approximate 10,000 sq. ft. to approximately 20,000 sq. ft.  The expansion will include increased space for laboratories, factory floor and offices.

«Our company is poised for immediate growth in production capacity, research activity, and personnel,» said CEO of NEXE Darren Footz. «This expansion will accelerate our product development pipeline and allow us to rapidly increase our capacity for high-speed manufacturing. By adding the space adjacent to our current facility, we will be able to efficiently integrate the various aspects of our business and continue our progress across the board.»

The new space consists of more than 8000 sq. ft. production floor and roughly 2,000 sq. ft. of office space to be used as an innovation center for current and new product development. This plant expansion will house key equipment for manufacturing of the Company’s compostable beverage pods in both K-Cup and Nespresso formats. NEXE will also use the space for order fulfillment as part of the launch of XOMA Superfoods.

«Our research and development center will be fully integrated as part of this facility,» said Chief Scientific Officer Zachary Hudson. «Our product engineering team will be able to rapidly prototype new product designs in the labs by additive manufacturing, and immediately deploy those innovations on the production floor.»

NEXE will take possession of the additional manufacturing space on February 1st 2021, with planned expansion into additional offices on March 1st 2021.

About NEXE Innovations Inc.

NEXE Innovations Inc. is a leader in plant-based compostable technology and advanced materials innovation based in British Columbia, Canada. The company has developed one of the only patented, fully compostable, plant-based, single-serve coffee pods for use in existing major single-serve coffee machines. The proprietary NEXE pod is designed to reduce the significant environmental impact caused by single-serve pods (+40 billion plastic pods discarded every year). With over $35M raised (equity and government funding) to date and over five years of R&D, NEXE is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable products in the single-serve coffee sector and beyond.

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Johnson Matthey announces manufacturing capacity for key components in Green Hydrogen

LONDON, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —

  • JM announces new capacity to produce products that enable 10s of MWs of green hydrogen production
  • Ability to scale up to multi-GW production with market growth
  • Dedicated manufacturing capacity for catalyst coated membranes – a critical component used in green hydrogen production
  • New capacity is co-located at JM facility in Swindon, UK – also the centre of JM fuel cell expertise…

LONDON, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —

  • JM announces new capacity to produce products that enable 10s of MWs of green hydrogen production
  • Ability to scale up to multi-GW production with market growth
  • Dedicated manufacturing capacity for catalyst coated membranes – a critical component used in green hydrogen production
  • New capacity is co-located at JM facility in Swindon, UK – also the centre of JM fuel cell expertise making similar components

Johnson Matthey (JM), a global leader in sustainable technologies, has taken the next major step in its plans to commercialise technologies to enable production of zero carbon ‘green’ hydrogen, announcing new manufacturing capacity for the production of catalyst coated membranes. This capacity is co-located with JM’s cutting edge plant in Swindon, UK, where high performance fuel cell components including membrane electrode assemblies, catalyst coated membranes, and fuel processor catalysts are produced at scale.

Hydrogen has the potential to significantly contribute to the fight to tackle the climate crisis by decarbonising industries that are difficult to electrify, such as heavy industry, heavy mobility, aviation and shipping. This is a critical step in helping societies meet their ambitious net zero targets.

JM specialises in catalyst coated membranes which sit at the heart of electrolyser units and enable the green hydrogen production process, creating hydrogen through the electrolysis of water with no harmful emissions.

The new capacity enables JM to produce components now, initially for tens of megawatts of hydrogen production – enough to power several thousand homes. The largest electrolyser units in operation in the world today range from 10 to 20 MW. As such, the new capacity puts JM in a position to work with world scale projects, with a roadmap to scale to multi-gigawatt manufacturing capacity in line with customer demand as the market continues its anticipated growth.

Commenting, MD Green Hydrogen, Eugene McKenna said:

«This is a significant step on our journey to commercialising this important technology which will help societies reach net zero. This new capacity demonstrates our ability to scale rapidly, recognising the growth potential in green hydrogen and strong fit with the group’s core strengths. Locating at our Swindon site, where our fuel cell experts have been developing and producing similar technologies for many years, enables us to leverage the strong overlap to drive the performance and dramatic cost reduction needed for large scale adoption of green hydrogen.»

About Johnson Matthey

Johnson Matthey is a global leader in science that enables a cleaner and healthier world. With over 200 years of sustained commitment to innovation and technological breakthroughs, we improve the performance, function and safety of our customers’ products. Our science has a global impact in areas such as low emission transport, pharmaceuticals, chemical processing and making the most efficient use of the planet’s natural resources. Today more than 15,000 Johnson Matthey professionals collaborate with our network of customers and partners to make a real difference to the world around us.

For more information, visit www.matthey.com.

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Blue Bird to Begin Production of Updated Propane and Gasoline Buses with All-New and Exclusive Ford 7.3L V8 Engine

FORT VALLEY, Ga., Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — This spring, Blue Bird will begin production of its propane and gasoline Vision school buses integrating Ford’s all-new 7.3L V8 engine and a purpose-built fuel system designed specifically for school-bus application. The advanced fuel system technology was developed by ROUSH CleanTech, the same company that has manufactured over 30,000 propane and gasoline fuel systems for Blue Bird buses equipped with Ford’s 6.8L engine. The <a target="_blank"…

FORT VALLEY, Ga., Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — This spring, Blue Bird will begin production of its propane and gasoline Vision school buses integrating Ford’s all-new 7.3L V8 engine and a purpose-built fuel system designed specifically for school-bus application. The advanced fuel system technology was developed by ROUSH CleanTech, the same company that has manufactured over 30,000 propane and gasoline fuel systems for Blue Bird buses equipped with Ford’s 6.8L engine. The 2022 Blue Bird Vision with the propane and gasoline 7.3L engine features best-in-class combination of horsepower and torque. In addition, the compact and lighter-weight 7.3L engine should achieve improved fuel economy over the 6.8L engine.

«The exclusive partnership between Blue Bird, ROUSH CleanTech and Ford continues to flourish as we launch Ford’s new engine with cutting-edge fuel systems in our Vision and Micro Bird school buses,» said Phil Horlock, president and CEO of Blue Bird Corporation. «We’ve already heard excitement from our customers about this compact, more powerful and easier-to-maintain engine with better fuel economy.»

In addition to the all-new engine, the new propane and gasoline Vision incorporate newly engineered routing of the wiring and fuel lines, centered between the frame rails for improved quality, simplicity of maintenance and product longevity. A newly designed grille also brings a fresh face to a familiar brand.

Ford’s new 350-horsepower 7.3L engine is narrower than the previous 6.8L, allowing more room for service work. Innovations for the fuel system, known as Gen 5, include stronger and lighter forged fuel rails and unique routing that keeps the engine-fuel distribution well organized. The system benefits from all of Ford’s performance and quality characteristics, such as horsepower, torque and towing, while maintaining the outstanding OEM factory warranty.

«Backed by 45 years of Roush engineering, the Gen 5 is the next advancement in powertrain technology, delivering lots of power in a smaller package,» said Todd Mouw, president of ROUSH CleanTech. «Our advanced fuel system integrates seamlessly with the new Ford engine to give school bus customers the most cost-effective product on the market.»

ROUSH CleanTech’s Gen 5 propane engine is certified to California Air Resources Board’s optional low nitrogen oxide emissions standard of 0.05 grams per brake horsepower-hour (g/bhp-hr). The Gen 5 system reduces nitrogen oxides and greenhouse gas emissions, which helps optimize fuel efficiency, and can operate on renewable propane, which further reduces emissions and carbon levels. The engine is designed to meet current and future emissions requirements.

«As the undisputed market leader in this segment, The Best Just Got Better!» added Horlock.

Orders are now being taken for Blue Bird’s Vision school buses with Gen 5 fuel systems.

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About Blue Bird Corporation: Blue Bird is the leading independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, with more than 550,000 buses sold since its formation in 1927 and approximately 180,000 buses in operation today. Blue Bird’s longevity and reputation in the school bus industry have made it an iconic American brand. Blue Bird distinguishes itself from its principal competitors by its singular focus on the design, engineering, manufacture and sale of school buses and related parts. As the only manufacturer of chassis and body production specifically designed for school bus applications, Blue Bird is recognized as an industry leader for school bus innovation, safety, product quality/reliability/durability, operating costs and drivability. In addition, Blue Bird is the market leader in alternative fuel applications with its propane-powered, electric and compressed natural gas-powered school buses. Blue Bird manufactures school buses at two facilities in Fort Valley, Georgia. Its Micro Bird joint venture operates a manufacturing facility in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada. Service and after-market parts are distributed from Blue Bird’s parts distribution center located in Delaware, Ohio. For more information on Blue Bird’s complete line of buses, visit http://www.blue-bird.com.

About ROUSH CleanTech: ROUSH CleanTech, an industry leader of advanced clean transportation solutions, is a division of the global engineering company Roush Enterprises. ROUSH CleanTech develops propane autogas and electric propulsion technology for medium-duty Ford commercial vehicles and school buses. With more than 37,000 vehicles on the road, the Livonia, Michigan-based company delivers economical, emissions-reducing options for fleets across North America. Learn more at http://www.ROUSHcleantech.com or by calling 800.59.ROUSH.

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La construcción del sueño americano por Hispanic Star y We Are All Human

NUEVA YORK, 19 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — La hispana es una comunidad vibrante que aporta a la construcción del sueño americano, no solo para ellos sino también para todos los estadounidenses. Más del 80 % de los hispanos en el país son residentes legales o incluso ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos y, a pesar de ser discriminados, su importante aporte al sueño americano es admirable.

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NUEVA YORK, 19 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — La hispana es una comunidad vibrante que aporta a la construcción del sueño americano, no solo para ellos sino también para todos los estadounidenses. Más del 80 % de los hispanos en el país son residentes legales o incluso ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos y, a pesar de ser discriminados, su importante aporte al sueño americano es admirable.

Desde su espíritu emprendedor, por el que 8 de cada 10 empresas nuevas constituidas son de propiedad de latinos, hasta su poder adquisitivo de $1.7 billones (trillones estadounidenses) y el incremento de sus logros académicos, resulta imperativo ayudar a los hispanos afectados desproporcionadamente por la Covid-19 para que puedan recuperarse tan pronto como sea posible y den continuidad a sus aportes para los Estados Unidos.

Nuestra infografía presenta datos interesantes al respecto. En We Are All Human creemos que en estos tiempos en los que la desinformación abunda, resulta más importante que nunca contar con fuentes de información que sean confiables.

Acerca de We Are All Human
We Are All Human es una fundación dedicada a impulsar las iniciativas de equidad, diversidad e inclusión. We Are All Human es una fundación 501(c)3 sin fines de lucro consagrada a estos ideales. Nuestro equipo, conformado por un grupo excepcional de especialistas en mercados y activistas de la sostenibilidad con experiencia en la Organización de Naciones Unidas, relaciones internacionales, medios y el mundo corporativo, está comprometido a promover el cambio por medio de la acción colectiva.

Acerca de Hispanic Star
Hispanic Star representa un esfuerzo colectivo sin precedentes para crear una plataforma desde la cual presentar y difundir los aportes de la comunidad hispana en los Estados Unidos, no solo como parte integral de la cultura del país, sino también como una fuerza innegable que da forma a su futuro. Hispanic Star se fundamenta tanto en un símbolo de unión como en una base apolítica, inclusiva, inspiracional y unificadora desde la que los hispanos estadounidenses puedan verse a sí mismos y les ayude a actuar como una fuerza mancomunada en pro del bien. Juntos brillamos.

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Madam Glam Certifies Over 350 Gel Polish Shades With vegan.org

NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Luxury Nail Polish brand Madam Glam has officially been certified vegan by Vegan.org becoming the only nailcare brand with the coveted title. The 2-step certification process verified over 350 of Madam Glam’s gel polishes which will now bear the certification mark.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Luxury Nail Polish brand Madam Glam has officially been certified vegan by Vegan.org becoming the only nailcare brand with the coveted title. The 2-step certification process verified over 350 of Madam Glam’s gel polishes which will now bear the certification mark.

The Certified Vegan Logo is distributed and recognized globally. It is administered by the Vegan Awareness Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public about veganism and assisting vegan-friendly businesses. Madam Glam’s certification with Vegan.org speaks to their passion for creating formulas that are non-toxic and harmless to the environment, further setting them apart from competitors as well as cementing their ongoing efforts in abolishing animal cruelty and mistreatment within the beauty industry which also aligns with their long-time support of PETA and Leaping Bunny.

«We are proud to have most of Madam Glam’s gel polishes certified by Vegan.org. After having our products certified as Cruelty-Free by PETA and Leaping Bunny 3 years ago, it is a new milestone for our company to keep offering the healthiest products in the industry and show the world our continuous commitment to sustainability,» said Youri Vaisse, General Manager of Madam Glam.

With the Vegan.org certification, customers can feel confident that they are using a healthy product that does not contain animal by-products. Madam Glam’s formulas also use strengthening components without the use of harsh chemicals that break down the nail barrier, to ensure healthy growth while maintaining the integrity of your nails. Always transparent, the team works around the clock to create products with ingredients that are straightforward and easy to comprehend. Customers can shop the newly certified polishes on www.madamglam.com which retail from $9.98$19.95.

About Madam Glam:

Since 2014, Madam Glam has created salon-quality products at an affordable price points for beauty addicts and beginners alike. Madam Glam offers Vegan Gel Polish, Hema-Free Gel Polish, Cruelty-Free Gel Polish, 21-Free Gel Polish, Palm Oil Free and Gluten-Free nail and gel polishes. Featuring over 1,800 gels, 800+ shades to choose from, and new shades available each month. Their mission is simple: «To offer beautiful and salon-quality products at an affordable price».

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Strong Q4 IPO activity demonstrates resilience, defies expectations

LONDON, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Despite the uncertainty of 2020, IPO investors enjoyed a prosperous year as IPO activity proved resilient to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic supported by low interest rates and expansionary monetary policies. Global IPO volumes continued to accelerate, increasing by 19% to 1,363, while proceeds increased 29% year-on-year to a total of US$268b. This strong IPO performance indicates global equity markets continue to provide the…

LONDON, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Despite the uncertainty of 2020, IPO investors enjoyed a prosperous year as IPO activity proved resilient to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic supported by low interest rates and expansionary monetary policies. Global IPO volumes continued to accelerate, increasing by 19% to 1,363, while proceeds increased 29% year-on-year to a total of US$268b. This strong IPO performance indicates global equity markets continue to provide the platform for companies with access to public capital.

The Americas region saw the biggest year-on-year increase in both IPO volumes and proceeds, with 2020 IPO numbers increasing 30% to 282, and proceeds rising 78% to US$97.9b. Asia-Pacific also made significant gains recording a 20% increase in IPO volumes to 822 IPOs and 45% in proceeds to US$136.2b. In EMEIA, while IPO numbers rose 7% to 259 IPOs, proceeds fell 43% to US$33.9b. Overall, 2020 saw a steady increase in cross-border IPO volume, accounting for 7.9% of global IPOs and 10% by proceeds, compared with 8% and 7.1% in 2019 respectively.

The technology sector maintained its lead by both volume and proceeds finishing the year with 324 IPOs and US$89.1b respectively. By IPO number, industrials followed in second place with 243 IPOs and US$31.4b, and then health care with 235 IPOs and US $50.4b in proceeds. These and other findings were published today in the EY quarterly report, EY Global IPO Trends: Q4 2020.

Paul Go, EY Global IPO Leader, says:

«2020 was full of surprises. Market volatility in the first half of the year was higher than any time since the global financial crisis. But volatility quickly subsided, with the year ending on the back of some stellar IPO market performances. Buoyant global IPO markets have demonstrated the resilience of equity markets despite the pandemic. Capital markets and IPOs allow high-growth companies to fund innovation, accelerate growth and make significant contributions to society.

«Looking to the first half of 2021, continued fiscal stimulus, abundance of liquidity and optimism linked to COVID-19 vaccines should sustain IPO momentum. However, investors should beware of any potential market correction, especially for those companies that have seen their share prices make substantial gains from the market rally in 2020.»

The Americas IPO market adapted for resilience in 2020
Americas IPO momentum remained positive in Q4 2020, finishing the year with 282 IPOs raising US$97.9b, a respective increase of 30% and 78% year-on-year. The health care sector remained strong with 40% of total deals taking place in the region, seeing 114 IPOs raise US$27.9b during 2020. The technology sector followed with 77 IPOs raising US$40.4b and industrials, which saw 19 IPOs raise US$8.0b in 2020.

US exchanges continued to flourish, accounting for 79% (224) of the region’s IPOs in 2020 and 88% (US$86.2b) by proceeds. 2020 was also the most active year for Brazil by deal numbers (28) and proceeds (US$8.5b) since 2007 as low interest rates led investors to the market. While the US exchanges remained agile, special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) continue to emerge as a more mainstream path to the public markets for companies due to their speed and deal certainty.

Rachel Gerring, EY Americas IPO Leader, says:

«Despite a volatile macroeconomic backdrop, 2020 has proven to be an exciting year in the IPO market, with an evolution in what has historically been a relatively standard model for companies to go public and with volumes not seen since 2014. We anticipate continued innovation of the traditional IPO, along with SPACs and direct listings, to better align with issuer objectives. The pipeline of companies looking to go public keeps building as stocks continue to perform and investor appetite remains strong.»

Asia-Pacific markets remain strong in face of COVID-19 pandemic
Despite a challenging year, 2020 activity in the Asia-Pacific region surpassed 2019, increasing 20% (822) by volume and 45% (US$136.2b) by proceeds in 2020. In fact, the region saw the highest proceeds since 2010. Industrials led the sectors with 181 IPOs raising US$20.8b in proceeds, followed by technology with 180 IPOs and US$38.7b in proceeds, and materials, which saw 95 IPOs raising US$7.4b.

Greater China accounted for three of the top five exchanges globally. With investor sentiment remaining positive in Q4 2020, Greater China saw an acceleration in both IPO volumes and proceeds, garnering US$119.1b via 536 IPOs in total.

Japan’s startup ecosystem continued to drive growth as well in Q4 2020, seeing a modest 4% (93) increase in IPOs and 13% (US$3.3b) decline in proceeds through 2020.

Ringo Choi, EY Asia-Pacific IPO Leader, says:

«The COVID-19 pandemic was the overwhelmingly dominant event of 2020. Few thought people or economies would suffer this long. Yet, somehow, despite this crisis, the Asia-Pacific IPO market proved resilient. Looking ahead, IPO candidates will need to continue to take the necessary precautions to maintain their liquidity. That said, IPO companies, and new economy companies especially, have proven their importance to the economy and their ability to pivot, adapt and prosper in response to the pandemic.»

EMEIA’s IPO candidates took advantage of the open window of opportunity
EMEIA gained momentum in Q4 2020 despite the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping through the region. Through 2020, EMEIA saw 259 IPOs raise US$33.9b in proceeds, a 7% rise and 43% decline respectively.

In Europe, the market continued to pick up speed with 2020 total deal numbers increasing 23% and proceeds rising 9% year-on-year. The UK IPO market maintained its Q3 momentum with two mega IPOs in Q4, resulting in a 30% increase by deal numbers and 56% increase by proceeds year-on-year.

Dr. Martin Steinbach, EY EMEIA IPO Leader, says:

«Despite the impact of the pandemic, EMEIA IPO markets proved resilient and adaptive. After a period of high volatility and unusual uncertainties, we saw a strong rebound of IPO activity in Q4 2020, resulting in higher 2020 IPO activity than 2019. With continued momentum, expected vaccine success, high valuation and lower volatility levels, everything is in place for a strong start to 2021. IPO candidates will need to demonstrate resilience and rise to the level of environmental, social and governance standards that investors are expecting.»

Q1 2021 outlook: markets should sustain momentum
As COVID-19 vaccine availability keeps spirits high and companies take advantage of ample liquidity, global IPO markets should remain healthy and will likely sustain momentum going into H1 2021. From a geopolitical perspective, the agreed Brexit deal favors positive IPO market sentiments as agreements between the EU and the UK continue to take shape. While the window of opportunity remains open, IPO candidates should remain vigilant for proposed regulatory changes, a potential market correction stemming from increases in pricing volatility and the pace at which the world recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.  

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About the data
The data presented in the Global IPO trends: Q4 2020 report and press release is from Dealogic and EY. 2020 (i.e., January-December) is based on completed IPOs as of 31 December 2020. All data contained in this document is sourced from Dealogic, CB Insights, Crunchbase and EY unless otherwise noted. Special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) IPOs are excluded in all data included in this report, except where indicated.

Fourth quarter IPO activity

Month/Quarter

Number of IPOs

Proceeds (US$b)

October 2018

142

$20.3

November 2018

101

$4.3

December 2018

123

$29.9

Q4 2018

366

$54.5

October 2019

126

$15.8

November 2019

115

$28.3

December 2019

137

$48.7

Q4 2019

378

$92.8

October 2020

187

$37.4

November 2020

94

$22.0

December 2020

209

$42.0

Q4 2020

490

$101.4

Source: Dealogic, EY

Appendix: January 2020December 2020 global IPOs by sector

Sectors

Number of
IPOs

Percentage
of global
IPOs

Proceeds
(US$b)

Percentage of
global capital
raised

Consumer products

90

6.6%

11.2

4.2%

Consumer staples

83

6.1%

12.5

4.7%

Energy

65

4.8%

11.6

4.3%

Financials

44

3.2%

15.9

5.9%

Health care

235

17.2%

50.4

18.8%

Industrials

243

17.8%

31.4

11.7%

Materials

122

9.0%

8.7

3.3%

Media and entertainment

23

1.7%

4.9

1.8%

Real estate

77

5.6%

19.1

7.1%

Retail

45

3.3%

12.1

4.5%

Technology

324

23.8%

89.1

33.3%

Telecommunications

12

0.9%

1.1

0.4%

Global total

1,363

100.0%

268.0

100.0%

Source: Dealogic, EY

Figures may not total 100% due to rounding.

Rosie Izzi
EY Global Media Relations
+1 419 309 0443
rosie.izzi@ey.com

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Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant Solution Approved by EPA Against SARS-CoV-2 Virus (COVID 19)** in Just 55 Seconds

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has accepted Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant formulation (EPA Reg No 87742-1-92595) as effective against killing SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Based on third party laboratory testing, in accordance with EPA guidelines, Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant Solution was shown to kill SARS-CoV-2 on hard, non-porous surfaces in just 55 seconds.

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BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has accepted Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant formulation (EPA Reg No 87742-1-92595) as effective against killing SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Based on third party laboratory testing, in accordance with EPA guidelines, Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant Solution was shown to kill SARS-CoV-2 on hard, non-porous surfaces in just 55 seconds.

«We are proud to offer the first disinfectant with a botanically derived active ingredient to be approved by the U.S. EPA for use on hard non-porous surfaces against the SARS-CoV-2 virus (COVID-19) in just 55 seconds. Our Distributor partners are concerned with providing their customers with the right products. Our Botanical, Ready-to-Use formula is the trusted, effective solution they feel good about. Bioesque gives them the confidence they need to get back to the job at hand efficiently and without harsh chemicals. We are ready to meet market demand and able to ship orders within 24 hours,» says Bioesque Solution’s, Matt Williams.

Bioesque Botanical Disinfectant Solution is an EPA registered Bleach-Free, Phosphate Free, Non-Corrosive Disinfectant targeting broad spectrum efficacy* against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. coli, E. coli O157:H7,  Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus S. aureus (MRSA), Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus faecalis (VRE), Listeria monocytogenes, Klebsiella pneumoniae – NDM-1 positive, Streptococcus suis, Swine Influenza A H1N1, HIV-1, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), Human Coronavirus, Norovirus, Mycobacterium bovis (TB), Trichophyton mentagrophytes (Athlete’s Foot Fungus), Candida albicans. 

*Follow product label Directions for Use for detailed contact time information.
**Kills SARS-CoV-2 Virus on hard, non-porous surfaces.

About Bioesque Solutions
Bioesque Solutions was founded on one simple principle: there must be a better way. Leading the industry in the development and distribution of disinfectants with naturally occurring, botanically based active ingredients and cleaning products. Bioesque specializes in bringing the benefits of nature to address the demanding and ever-changing needs of commercial customers across various industries, including, Institutional, Industrial, Commercial, Aviation, Automotive, Hospitality, Health Care, Food Service, Janitorial, Schools, and many more. 

CONTACT:
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CSTE applauds nomination of Dr. Rachel Levine as U.S. HHS Assistant Secretary for Health

ATLANTA, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) applauds President-Elect Joe Biden’s nomination of Dr. Rachel Levine as Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

«Dr. Levine is a longtime public health leader and fearless advocate for health equity and the rights of transgendered individuals in the U.S.,» says Janet Hamilton, Executive…

ATLANTA, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) applauds President-Elect Joe Biden’s nomination of Dr. Rachel Levine as Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

«Dr. Levine is a longtime public health leader and fearless advocate for health equity and the rights of transgendered individuals in the U.S.,» says Janet Hamilton, Executive Director of CSTE. «Throughout her career, Dr. Levine has led with expertise, dedication, and urgency. Her leadership and knowledge will help us meet the extraordinary challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, racial and ethnic disparities, and pursuit of health for all.»

CSTE congratulates Dr. Levine on her nomination and encourages a quick confirmation by the U.S. Senate.

About CSTE

Founded in 1951, the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) represents the interests of State Epidemiologists from all 50 U.S. states and territories, comprising the Council. CSTE is also the professional home to nearly 2000 practicing applied epidemiologists working at the state, local, tribal and territorial levels. For more information, visit www.cste.org.

Media Contact: Jeremy Arieh, Director of Communications, 770-458-3811, email: jarieh@cste.org

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Nu Skin Reports Progress On Its Sustainabiltiy Commitments

PROVO, Utah, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nu Skin today reported it has completed its goal of assessing, scoring and improving the…

PROVO, Utah, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Nu Skin today reported it has completed its goal of assessing, scoring and improving the environmental impact score of its top 20 products, as identified when it set its goals during 2019. It is estimated that these initial changes saved at least 16.5 tons of paper and 21 tons of plastic during 2020.

In addition, the company is on track with all its previously announced sustainability commitments including evaluating 100 percent of its products for improved environmental impact score by the end of 2023 and ensuring all packaging will be recycled, recyclable, reusable, reduced, or renewable by 2030. Only 9 percent of all plastic that has ever been produced globally has been recycled, and the company is committed to doing its part to reduce its footprint.1

As changes have been made to the products, the company’s sustainability logo will appear on the back of packaging representing a sustainable change has happened, ranging from reduced packaging to sustainable sourcing of ingredients to reduced carbon footprint.

«During 2020, we listened to our sales leaders and customers and worked closely with them to understand their expectations when it comes to sustainability,» said Ritch Wood, Nu Skin CEO. «By including them in the process of developing our sustainability strategy and with their cooperation on what they hope to see in a sustainable future, we believe our sustainability strategy will lead to impactful changes.»

Some of the sustainability highlights from the past year include:

  • Offering new bottles from our Nutricentials line made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled plastic and tubes made from approximately 34 percent post-consumer recycled plastic
  • Reducing packaging materials used by 70 percent from our Epoch Baobab Body Butter by switching the packaging from jars to an environmentally friendly tube
  • Winning nine sustainability awards for clean beauty products, sustainable sales leader efforts, and waste and packaging reductions
  • Helping build the Utah Sustainable Business Coalition as a founding member

To stay updated on Nu Skin’s sustainability progress, please visit www.nuskin.com/sustainability.

About Nu Skin 
Founded more than 35 years ago, Nu Skin develops and distributes innovative consumer products, offering a comprehensive line of premium-quality beauty and wellness solutions. The company builds upon its scientific expertise in both skin care and nutrition to continually develop innovative product brands that include the Nu Skin® personal care brand, the Pharmanex® nutrition brand, and most recently, the ageLOC® anti-aging brand. The ageLOC brand has generated a loyal following for such products as the ageLOC LumiSpa skin cleansing and treatment device, ageLOC Youth nutritional supplement, the ageLOC Me® customized skin care system, as well as the ageLOC TR90® weight management and body shaping system. Nu Skin sells its products through a global network of sales leaders in Asia, the Americas, Europe, Africa and the Pacific. As a long-standing member of direct selling associations globally, Nu Skin is committed to the industry’s consumer guidelines that protect and support those who sell and purchase its products through the direct selling channel. Nu Skin International is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., which is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol (NYSE: NUS). More information is available at nuskin.com

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