Sensegen: Natural fragrance survey results for 2022 World Perfumery Congress

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Southern California’s taste, smell and beauty innovator, Sensegen, announced its natural fragrance survey results, gearing up for exhibiting its ‘New Naturals’ initiative at the World Perfumery Congress (WPC), June 29 – July 1, 2022, in Miami, Florida. 

Sensegen is a division of Blue California Ingredients, according to a statement.

“We’re very excited to share our results of the natural fragrance survey, revealing consumer knowledge of natural fragrances and what is appealing, trend-setting in personal care and beauty products,” said Angelique Burke, senior perfumer at Sensegen.

“The era of truly natural perfumery is here; we are bringing nature back into perfumery by harnessing classic fragrance molecules from biology rather than deriving them from petroleum.”

Sensegen asked 1,000 consumers about their personal care routines and beauty regimens in an online survey.

Survey respondents were also asked about their attitudes and understanding of personal care/beauty care products as it relates to scented, as opposed to unscented products, label reading, purchase decision influencers, and familiarity and understanding of natural fragrances.

While 66 per cent of consumers said natural fragrances were naturally derived fragrances, approximately 14 per cent thought it meant no added fragrance, and five per cent said it was the same as unscented.

Later, survey participants were shown an explanation of New Natural Fragrances and a product concept containing the new natural fragrance. The data shows that 74 per cent of those respondents would choose the New Natural fragrance concept versus the synthetic. 

Sensegen’s New Naturals are bio-designed fragrances that are natural (plant-based), safe, and sustainable. They perform and are as pleasant as synthetics, yet more complex than blends of essential oils, which thus far have been the only option for natural fragrance seekers.

The World Perfumery Congress is hosted by Perfumer & Flavorist.

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OMERS Infrastructure declares agreement acquiring Australia’s Stilmark

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- OMERS Infrastructure announced that OMERS has signed an agreement to acquire Stilmark, an independent Australian developer, owner and operator of mobile tower assets.

The transaction will be OMERS second tower investment in Australia in two months, following the announcement on May 9, that it signed an agreement to acquire 100 per cent of TPG Telecom Limited’s mobile tower and rooftop portfolio. 

The details of this transaction are not being disclosed. The closing of the transaction is expected in Q3 2022, subject to customary regulatory approvals, according to a statement.

Christopher Curtain, Senior Managing Director, Asia-Pacific for OMERS Infrastructure said: “We have developed a strong relationship with and respect for the Stilmark management team and their capabilities. 

“Stilmark is an excellent fit for our new Australian digital infrastructure portfolio, as it complements our recent investment in TPG’s mobile tower and rooftop portfolio.”

Meanwhile, commenting on the sale, Stilmark Chairman, Graham Bradley said: “We are delighted that our business will be joining the OMERS Infrastructure portfolio in Australia and are excited about the opportunities this creates for our team to continue our innovation leadership in the tower market.”

Since its establishment in 2013, Stilmark has delivered numerous development and build projects for TPG and Optus, and has grown a national portfolio and pipeline of towers, with all sites secured under long-term revenue agreements.

Stilmark is currently owned by its founders, management team, family offices and US-based ATN International.

Once the Stilmark and TPG tower asset transactions close, the consolidated towers business will be part of OMERS Infrastructure’s growing portfolio of assets in Australia, alongside Port of Melbourne, Transgrid and renewable energy firm FRV Australia.

It will also be part of OMERS Infrastructure’s global portfolio of digital infrastructure assets, alongside Deutsche Glasfaser/inexio in Germany, and XP Fibre in France.

More details at www.omersinfrastructure.com.

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Mary Kay Inc reveals grant awardees for research advancement to promote skin health

Dr. Lucy Gildea, Ph.D., Mary Kay Chief Innovation Officer, Product and Science (Photo: Mary Kay Inc.)

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Mary Kay Inc recently sponsored and revealed its inaugural Mary Kay Skin Health/Skin Disease Research Grants awardees for researchers conducting groundbreaking, innovative studies in skin health and skin disease at the 2022 Society for Investigative Dermatology (SID) Annual Meeting.

“As a decades-long leader in global cosmetics and skincare innovation, Mary Kay remains committed to enriching women’s lives across the world,” said Dr Lucy Gildea, Mary Kay’s Chief Innovation Officer, Product and Science, at the event.

“We recognise collaboration is crucial to new discoveries, and partnerships with scientific, medical, and academic communities are vital collaborations—which is why we’re thrilled to award these scientific grants.”

The Mary Kay Skin Health/Skin Disease Research Grants were announced at last year’s meeting in partnership with SID. The US$25,000 grants were to be awarded to four researchers conducting incredible work in skin research to uncover new perspectives and invention strategies. (US$1 = RM4.402)

According to a statement, in the months following the 2021 SID meeting, the company received applications from scientists across the country.

The four grant awardees were Dr Allison C. Billi, MD, Ph.D., and Assistant Professor in the Dept of Dermatology at the University of Michigan; Dr Angel S. Byrd, MD, Ph.D. and Assistant Professor at Howard University College of Medicine and Adjunct Assistant Professor at JHUSOM; Dr Mae Alexandra Carpenter, Ph.D. Trainee at Wright State University; and, Dr Jennifer Powers, MD and Clinical Associate Professor in the Dept of Dermatology at the University of Iowa.

The sponsorship and grants revealed at SID are just the latest efforts by Mary Kay to reinforce its long-standing commitment to advancing skin health research and development. Mary Kay holds over 1,600 patents for products, technologies, and packaging designs in its global portfolio.

-- BERNAMA

 

CARLO RINO CHANNELS NOSTALGIA WITH THE LOONEY TUNES SPECIAL EDITION COLLECTION

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KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Meet your childhood favourites once again with the Carlo Rino and Warner Brothers collaboration – Carlo Rino Looney Tunes Special Edition. The fashion-forward street style collection by the contemporary, chic brand features the iconic characters from the beloved Looney Tunes animation, evoking a sense of childhood nostalgia and playfulness with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Tweety Bird featured in the designs of the handbags, wallet and oversized T-shirt. Crafted for the unique and free-spirited, the collection comprises a handheld, cross-body, modular cross-body, two-way shoulder bag, bumbag, three-fold wallet and oversized t-shirt for you to don and channel the iconic characters’ wacky personalities!

Bags
The collection offers bags in four styles – the Modular Crossbody Bag, Modular Bowler Bag, Crossbody Bag and Bumbag. The bags feature the Looney Tunes logo and Bugs Bunny’s iconic catchphrase, “What’s up Doc?”, in a unique monogram complemented by Carlo Rino’s golden metallic accents accentuating a minimalist femininity. Designed to be chic yet functional, the bags allow for movement while keeping your wardrobe effortlessly chic.

CARLO RINO CHANNELS NOSTALGIA WITH THE LOONEY TUNES SPECIAL EDITION COLLECTION

DEXLEVO completes 26 billion won pre-IPO funding, prompting GOURI international marketing

 

KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 (Bernama) -- As the spread of COVID-19 has slowed down worldwide, the demand for skincare is expected to increase, and expectations for the rapid growth of the skincare market are also growing, with countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany having lifted measures to wear masks outdoors, and there is a trend to abolish the measures to wear masks in public transportation.

This can be recognised as good news for companies in the beauty industry with a high proportion of overseas exports.

DEXLEVO, a company specialising in cosmetic medical devices, has completed pre-IPO funding of 26 billion won for existing investors, Magna Investment, Smilegate Investment, Hyundai Technology Investment, and Shinhan Capital. It is preparing for listing in 2023, and DEXLEVO has set a post value of 276 billion won after investment. 

DEXLEVO was established in 2013 by Jaewon Yoo, a former researcher at Samyang Corporation, and succeeded in liquefying Polycaprolactone (PCL), a biodegradable polymer, for the first time in the world.

According to a statement, based on this technology, DEXLEVO developed a liquid PCL injection 'GOURI' and participated in the world's largest beauty fair AMWC (Aesthetic and Anti-aging Medicine world Congress) in September of last year and March of this year as a main sponsor to announce GOURI’s technological prowess and excellence.

It will also participate in the International Master Course on Aging Science (IMCAS) held in Paris this June to spur marketing activities to increase its global market share.

Unlike existing fillers, as GOURI is in a liquid form without particulates, it spreads throughout the face when injected and induces collagen formation.

DEXLEVO is expanding its beauty market share with not only GOURI, a cosmetic medical device, but also KABELLINE, a contour product, and Touch BR, a whitening product.

Currently, DEXLEVO is focusing on distribution in Southeast Asian regions such as Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. KABELLINE is reaching the Americas.

For more information, visit www.dexlevoaesthetic.com.

-- BERNAMA

APPLYBOARD AND IRELAND JOIN FORCES TO EDUCATE THE WORLD

 The global education technology platform launches in Ireland to deliver innovation within the international education sector


Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, June 23 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, ApplyBoard, the global technology platform powering an education revolution, is thrilled to announce Ireland as its latest study abroad destination. This is the fifth study abroad destination that ApplyBoard has expanded to as part of its ongoing mission to educate the world. 

ApplyBoard is excited for this opportunity to help Ireland grow and reach its international education goals. To date, five higher education institutions in Ireland have partnered with ApplyBoard: Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, Maynooth University, University College Cork, and the University of Limerick. ApplyBoard looks forward to building more momentum within Ireland’s international education sector.

“With a highly-regarded education system, rich history, and innovative culture, Ireland has so much to offer international students,” says Martin Basiri, CEO and Co-Founder of ApplyBoard. “Building this strong relationship with Ireland signifies an important step in expanding new opportunities for future students, supporting the long-standing legacy for excellence in the Irish education sector, and continuing to break down barriers to education for countless students around the world.” 

Now, students and recruitment partners can look forward to having access to Ireland’s higher education institutions on the ApplyBoard Platform. 

“ApplyBoard is incredibly well placed to partner with University College Dublin (UCD), to promote Ireland, to connect with international students who are looking for an educational experience that sets them apart and provides them with a competitive advantage,” says Una Watkins, Director International Student Recruitment, UCD. “Sharing our values in putting students first and supporting the success of all students, we very much look forward to working alongside ApplyBoard as they empower people around the world to study abroad and access the very best education.”

“Ireland is becoming an increasingly popular study destination for international students as the world-class standard of our education is matched by the post-study work opportunities available in Ireland,” says Giles O'Neill, Head of Education in Ireland. “ApplyBoard puts the student at the heart of what they do and keeps them there — this is a mission that we share and something that I am sure we can build on together into the future.”

ApplyBoard recognizes the need to continue to scale and expand its diversity of tech offerings to propel the international education sector forward. Most recently, ApplyBoard announced the acquisition of TrainHub, an education industry training ecosystem, to help strengthen international student recruitment. ApplyBoard also launched the ApplyBoard Insights Dashboard, a SaaS tool that leverages the latest study abroad data to help higher education institutions make important choices in international student recruiting. 

To learn more about ApplyBoard growing in Ireland, visit here: www.applyboard.com/resources/ireland-resources  

About ApplyBoard

ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education by simplifying the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process to more than 1,500 institutions across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Ireland. ApplyBoard, headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, has helped more than 300,000 students from more than 125 countries along their educational journeys since 2015. To learn more, visit: www.applyboard.com

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Alessandra Manieri
ApplyBoard
226 220 9826
alessandra.manieri@applyboard.com 

SOURCE : ApplyBoard

INNIO PUBLISHES SUSTAINABILITY REPORT FOR 2021, SETTING AMBITIOUS TARGETS ON THE PATH TO NET ZERO

 

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• INNIO’s ESG strategy focuses on Low Carbon and Circular Products, Resilient Supply Chain and Manufacturing, and Responsible Operations
• INNIO receives best-in-class sustainability ratings from Sustainalytics and EcoVadis
• INNIO joins the UN Race to Zero and Science Based Targets, extending collaboration with pre-eminent global climate and ESG initiatives as well as industry partnerships

JENBACH, Austria, June 23 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- INNIO, a leading energy solution and service provider, has published its Sustainability Report for 2021 Together Towards Zero, which defines the company’s performance in meeting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. While INNIO is currently empowering industries and communities to transition to net zero, this report – prepared in accordance with GRI and SASB standards – formally communicates on progress and sustainability-related performance providing, transparency about how INNIO is contributing to a green tomorrow.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220622006063/en/

 

Earlier this year, Sustainalytics ranked INNIO number one out more than 500 companies, meaning it has the lowest risk within the machinery industry assessed (Rating of 11 “Low risk level”). In addition, INNIO received the Gold Medal from EcoVadis, placing its Jenbacher business in the top 1% of industry peers. Last year, INNIO became signatory of the Science Based Targets initiative and the United Nations ‘Race to Zero’ campaign, that brings together global leadership for a healthy, resilient, and zero-carbon future.

In accordance with global frameworks and commitments, INNIO set out ambitious sustainability targets in three strategic focus areas where it sees the most material impacts and opportunities for improvement: Low Carbon and Circular Products, Resilient Supply Chain and Manufacturing, and Responsible Operations and Social Responsibility.

Selected key ambitions in these areas include:

• Since 2022, INNIO offers all new engines with a “Ready for H2” option. These models can operate with up to 20% vol. hydrogen¹, and can be retrofitted to 100% H2 operation in the future. All Type 4 series engines are offered for 100% H2 operations. As of 2025 and beyond, the entire Jenbacher product line is expected to be rolled out with 100% hydrogen operation.
• Suppliers covering 80% of direct and indirect spend must commit to net zero by 2050.
• 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions in supply chain and manufacturing (vs. the 2020 base) will be fully implemented by 2030.
• By 2025, identified diversity groups will increase by 25% across functions compared to the 2020 baseline. Diverse people leadership will be developed further by 2030².

Dr. Olaf Berlien, chief executive officer at INNIO, states:

“I’m incredibly proud of the steps we have taken to implement our ESG strategy. The outstanding recognition we have received for our achievements with leading ESG ratings shows that we are on the right track on our path to net zero.”

Marcin Kawa, vice president Sustainability at INNIO, states:

“INNIO’s 2021 Sustainability Report summarizes a year filled with sustainability and ESG initiatives, collaboration, and progress. “This report is the next milestone in our journey as we move ‘Together Towards Zero.’ I’m happy to be part of a team that is so passionate about making a difference while building transparency and trust among our stakeholders worldwide.”

* Rating took place in February 2022

About INNIO’s 2021 Sustainability Report

INNIO’s 2021 Sustainability Report is a non-financial disclosure published annually. This 2021 disclosure was prepared in accordance with the standards of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) core option and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB). It also includes an initial analysis in line with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Recommendations Framework. The report also serves as Communication on Progress (COP) for the UN Global Compact (UNGC). Through non-financial reporting, INNIO describes its management and performance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. INNIO’s disclosures focus on the topics that have been deemed most material to the business based on a materiality assessment. INNIO’s alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) is based on the GRI and the UNGC’s Business Reporting on the UN SDGs. This Sustainability Report has been externally assured. The data presented in the report is consolidated at Group level and covers 100% of business operations and 90% of global locations. This boundary applies to all material topics, unless clearly indicated otherwise. All the health, safety, and environmental data, including greenhouse gas (GHG) data for Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, cover the INNIO Group using the financial control approach.

For more information, access INNIO’s Sustainability Report 2021 here.

About INNIO

INNIO is a leading energy solution and service provider that empowers industries and communities to make sustainable energy work today. With our product brands Jenbacher and Waukesha and our digital platform myPlant, INNIO offers innovative solutions for the power generation and compression segments that help industries and communities generate and manage energy sustainably while navigating the fast-changing landscape of traditional and green energy sources. We are individual in scope, but global in scale. With our flexible, scalable, and resilient energy solutions and services, we are enabling our customers to manage the energy transition along the energy value chain wherever they are in their transition journey.

INNIO is headquartered in Jenbach (Austria), with other primary operations in Waukesha (Wisconsin, U.S.) and Welland (Ontario, Canada). A team of more than 3,500 experts provides life-cycle support to the more than 54,000 delivered engines globally through a service network in more than 80 countries.

INNIO’s ESG Risk Rating places it number one of more than 500 worldwide companies in the Machinery industry assessed by Sustainalytics.

For more information, visit INNIO’s website at www.innio.com. Follow INNIO on Twitter and LinkedIn.

¹ Defined in accounting protocol as either sold with the capacity to run on 100% hydrogen or that can be upgraded at a reasonable cost
² We will focus on distinct employee groups and diversity dimensions (age, gender, nationality, and minorities) when implementing diversity initiatives. For more information, please visit page 78 in our report.

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Contact

Susanne Reichelt
INNIO Media Relations
+43 664 80833 2382
susanne.reichelt@innio.com

Source : INNIO