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HAVAS GROUP: Q1 2017 REVENUE
*Q1 2017 revenue €M519 vs €M506 for Q1 2016*
*Reported growth: +2.6%*
*Organic growth: +0.1%*
*Yannick Bolloré, Havas Chairman and CEO* , said: "Havas posted reported growth of +2.6% and organic growth of +0.1% for the first quarter of 2017. Our main regions performed satisfactorily, with the exception of certain countries in Europe and Asia Pacific that saw a slight reduction in business, largely as a result of reduced spending by certain clients. We remain confident in Group performance over the quarters ahead, thanks to a number of factors: we are working on a strategic agreement with GIMC, China's leading advertising group, which will significantly strengthen our service offering in this key market and ultimately improve our performance in APAC. The commercial drive of our teams all over the world has already been reflected in major new client wins. And the reorganization initiated at the beginning of this year is also helping us to better respond to clients' needs. And our clients, along with our teams all over the world, have welcomed this client-centric model that goes even further in breaking down silos to provide a service that is ever more agile, seamless and integrated.
On the strength of these factors, we confirm our forecast of organic growth of +2% to +3% for full-year 2017. "
1. *KEY FIGURES*
Revenue (in €M) Q1 Q1 Organic growth
2016 2017 Q1 2017
EUROPE 252 250 0.0%
of which
France 101 101 1.4%
UK 63 60 0.5%
Other European countries 88 89 -2.0%
NORTH AMERICA 187 197 0.9%
APAC & AFRICA 38 39 -5.1%*
LATIN AMERICA 29 33 3.2%
*TOTAL* * * *506* *519* * * * * *0.1%*
*Organic growth is calculated on revenue adjusted for exchange rate impacts and the acquisition of Riverorchid, closed at end December 2016.
*2. GENERAL COMMENTS*
Consolidated group revenue for the first quarter of 2017 was €519 million, up from €506 million in Q1 2016, representing reported growth of +2.6% and organic growth of +0.1%.
Exchange rate effects had a positive impact of €5.3 million during the first quarter and variations in consolidation scope had a positive impact of €7.2 million.
*Highlights by region:*
*Europe:*
Q1 2017 revenue for Europe was stable compared to the same period in 2016.
France maintained positive growth at +1.4%: highlights included a strong performance from BETC and Havas Paris and new account wins: Skoda by the Rosapark and Fullsix France agencies, Du Pareil au Même by Les Gaulois and the recent launch of the Alpine Showroom by the Parisian Havas Village.
The United Kingdom reported a slight uptick with growth of +0.5%, the main contributors being Havas Medicom, Havas Lynx, All Response Media and Maitland. The UK agencies pulled out all the stops this quarter, winning the business of such high-profile brands as Rolls Royce, Beats, Carling and Thornton's Chocolate.
The rest of Europe was down slightly on Q1 2016 due to a high baseline effect, particularly in Spain. Italy, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Poland, however, continued to report positive growth and profited from increased investment by clients such as Hyundai Kia, Telecom Italia and Orange.
*North America:*
After a spurt in growth in late 2016, the region has settled into a more moderate pace of growth. Noteworthy were strong performances from Havas Media North America and Havas Chicago and new client wins including Mattress Firm, Bob's Discount Furniture, Change-Diapers.com and Dolce & Gabbana.
*Asia-Pacific and Africa:*
The region reported the Group's weakest performance in the first quarter, largely as a result of falling spend by certain clients, particularly in China, Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates. Even so, performance improved sequentially from Q4 2016 and the recent win of Inoherb, China's leading men's skincare brand, is an encouraging sign. Australia, on the other hand, benefited from an increase in spending by several major clients and maintained double-digit growth.
*Latin America:*
The region began the year on a stronger note than in late 2016, but was nevertheless penalized by the high baseline set in Brazil in the equivalent period last year. Chile performed well and Argentina and Colombia both achieved double-digit growth.
*3.* * NET NEW BUSINESS ^1*
Net new business ^1 progressed at a satisfactory pace in Q1 2017 with €563 million of new billings.
This included a number of integrated Village wins, among them:
Chivas Regal worldwide, Carling Black Label in the UK, Sony in Colombia, Best Western in Italy.
Other global wins included:
Airwick (RB), Clearasil (RB), Seoul Tourism and the European Parliament in 28 markets.
Further details of new wins are given in Annex 1.
*4.* *AWARDS AND ACCOLADES*
Havas agencies and employees continue to be singled out for their creative excellence.
At the international level, *Havas Media* was ranked among the Top 10 *Media Agency Networks* in the Big Won 2016. Group agencies, with *BETC Paris* and *Les Gaulois* leading the way, scooped 12 awards including a Best of Show and six First Prizes at the Mobius Awards.
At regional level, in North America *Havas Media* was hailed *Media Agency of the Year* by Adweek. *Havas PR* took five awards at the Bulldog Awards/Media Relations, including two Gold, for campaigns including "The Barnacle" and "Green Giant".
In the United Kingdom, *Havas Health & You* , and more specifically *Havas Lynx* , stood out at the PM Society Awards, taking a total of 11 awards, including five Gold and three Silver, five of which were for a single campaign, "Change the Face of HIV" (Natasha).
In Asia, *Havas Hong Kong* took a total of 17 awards, including the coveted *Best of Show Agency* , plus five Gold, six Silver and five Bronze, many of them for its campaigns for Aptamil and Danone/Nutrilon.
In the Asia-Pacific zone, *Havas Media Australia* won Bronze in the Best Communication Strategy category at the Festival of Media APAC Awards.
French agencies were spectacularly successful at the Club des DA awards, in particular *BETC Paris* for campaigns that included "Kitchen", "The Mechanic" and "Like My Addiction", as well as at the Grand Prix Stratégies du Marketing Digital, taking three Gold, three Silver and two Bronze awards.
*5. CALENDAR*
The Annual Shareholders' Meeting will be held on May 10, 2017 at 10.00 am at the Havas headquarters in Puteaux.
The 2017 interim results will be announced on Thursday, July 20 at 5.45 pm CET.
ANNEX 1
*Creative duties:*
*Adidas Running* : Arnold Madrid (integrated duties)
*Airwick (RB):* Havas worldwide (integrated duties)
*Carling* : Havas London + Cake (advertising duties)
*Cathay Pacific Airlines:* Havas Hong Kong (integrated duties)
*Clearasil (RB):* Havas worldwide (integrated duties)
*Du Pareil au Même:* Les Gaulois (integrated duties)
*English Heritage:* Havas London (integrated duties)
*Gillette:* Havas Village Australia + HSE (advertising duties)
*Hershey's:* Havas China (integrated duties)
*Mattress Firm:* Havas Village New York (integrated duties)
*Mike's Hard Lemonade:* Havas Chicago
*MoëtHennessy:* Havas Village Australia (digital/social media duties)
*Nokia:* One Green Bean (PR duties)
*Rolls Royce* : Havas London (integrated duties)
*Royal Petrol:* Havas Dubai (digital duties)
*Skoda:* Rosapark and FullSix France
*Tecentriq:* Havas San Francisco (digital duties)
*Telecom Italia* : Havas Italy
*Thornton's Chocolate* : Havas London (integrated duties)
*Volvic* : Havas Paris (brand activation)
*Media duties:*
*Ballerina Laboratorios:* Havas Media Chile
*Beats:* HSE UK (UK, Germany, France)
*Bob's Discount Furniture:* Havas Media USA
*Change-Diapers.com:* Havas Media USA
*Coca-Cola* : Havas Media Ghana
*Correos:* Arena Media Spain
*Danone:* Havas Media Mexico
*DekaBank* : Arena Media Germany
*Dolce & Gabbana:* Havas Media USA
*European Parliament:* HMI Paris (on 28 markets)
*FNAC-Darty:* Havas Media France
*Generalitat de Catalunya:* Arena Media Spain
*Kia:* Havas Media Australia
*Lidl* : Havas Media Portugal
*L'Oreál:* Havas Media Africa (in Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Senegal and Democratic republic of Congo)
*Mattress Firm:* Havas Media USA
*Monsanto* : HMI Frankfurt
*Mutual of Omaha:* Havas Media USA
*Opera Mini:* Havas Media APAC
*Seoul Tourism:* HMI Hong Kong
*Société de la Loterie:* Havas Media Switzerland
*StudioCanal:* Havas Media Australia
*SWICA:* Havas Media Switzerland
* About * * Havas Group *
Havas is one of the world's largest global communications groups. Founded in 1835 in Paris, the Group now employs 20,000 people in over 100 countries. Havas Group is committed to being the world's best company at creating meaningful connections between people and brands through creativity, media and innovation. Based on a client-centric and regional organization, Havas is also the most integrated Group in its sector: the Together strategy is implemented through its Havas Villages, where most creative, media and healthcare teams share the same premises ensuring agility and a seamless experience for clients.
Further information about Havas Group is available on the company's website: www.havasgroup.com
* Forward-Looking Information *
This document contains certain forward-looking statements which speak only as of the date on which they are made. Forward looking statements relate to projections, anticipated events or trends, future plans and strategies, and reflect Havas' current views about future events. They are therefore subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may cause Havas' actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results include changes in the global economic environment or in the business environment, and in factors such as competition and market regulation. For more information regarding risk factors relevant to Havas, please see Havas' filings with the AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) (documents in French) and, up to October 2006, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (documents in English only). Havas does not intend, and disclaims any duty or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this document to reflect new information, future events or otherwise.
* (1): Net New Business *
Net new business represents the estimated annual advertising budgets for new business wins (which includes new clients, clients retained after a competitive review, and new product or brand expansions for existing clients) less the estimated annual advertising budgets for lost accounts. Havas' management uses net new business as a measurement of the effectiveness of its client development and retention efforts. Net new business is not an accurate predictor of future revenues, since what constitutes new business or lost business is subject to differing judgments, the amounts associated with individual business wins and losses depend on estimated client budgets, clients may not spend as much as they budget, the timing of budgeted expenditures is uncertain, and the amount of budgeted expenditures that translates into revenues depends on the nature of the expenditures and the applicable fee structures. In addition, Havas' guidelines for determining the amount of new business wins and lost business may differ from those employed by other companies.
* Other definitions: *
* Organic growth * is calculated by comparing revenue for the current financial period against revenue for the previous financial period adjusted as follows:
- revenue for the previous financial period is recalculated using the exchange rates for the current financial period;
- to this resulting revenue is added the revenue of companies acquired between January 1 of the previous financial period and the acquisition date for the period in which these companies were not as yet consolidated;
- revenue for the previous financial period is also adjusted for the consolidated revenue of companies disposed of or closed down between January 1 of the previous financial period and the date of disposal or closure.
Organic growth calculated by this method is therefore adjusted for variations in exchange rate against the euro, and for variations in the scope of consolidation.
*Contact* *s* *:*
*Lorella Gessa*
Chief Communications Officer, Havas Group
Tel: +33 (0)1 58 47 90 36
lorella.gessa@havas.com
*Aurélie Jolion*
Directrice des Relations Investisseurs du Groupe Havas
Tel: +33 (0)1 58 47 92 42
aurelie.jolion@havas.com
29-30 quai de Dion Bouton 92817 Puteaux Cedex, France
Tel +33 (0) 1 58 47 80 00 Fax +33 (0) 1 58 47 99 99
SA au capital de 167 862 108 € - 335 480 265 RCS Nanterre - APE 7311Z
www.havasgroup.com
Liker notre page sur Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HavasGroup
Suivez-nous sur Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HavasGroup/
Google +: http://bit.ly/163Ii2y
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/Havas
Press Release
--------------------This announcement is distributed by NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions on behalf of NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: HAVAS via GlobeNewswire
HUG#2099275 Reported by GlobeNewswire 53 minutes ago.
*Reported growth: +2.6%*
*Organic growth: +0.1%*
*Yannick Bolloré, Havas Chairman and CEO* , said: "Havas posted reported growth of +2.6% and organic growth of +0.1% for the first quarter of 2017. Our main regions performed satisfactorily, with the exception of certain countries in Europe and Asia Pacific that saw a slight reduction in business, largely as a result of reduced spending by certain clients. We remain confident in Group performance over the quarters ahead, thanks to a number of factors: we are working on a strategic agreement with GIMC, China's leading advertising group, which will significantly strengthen our service offering in this key market and ultimately improve our performance in APAC. The commercial drive of our teams all over the world has already been reflected in major new client wins. And the reorganization initiated at the beginning of this year is also helping us to better respond to clients' needs. And our clients, along with our teams all over the world, have welcomed this client-centric model that goes even further in breaking down silos to provide a service that is ever more agile, seamless and integrated.
On the strength of these factors, we confirm our forecast of organic growth of +2% to +3% for full-year 2017. "
1. *KEY FIGURES*
Revenue (in €M) Q1 Q1 Organic growth
2016 2017 Q1 2017
EUROPE 252 250 0.0%
of which
France 101 101 1.4%
UK 63 60 0.5%
Other European countries 88 89 -2.0%
NORTH AMERICA 187 197 0.9%
APAC & AFRICA 38 39 -5.1%*
LATIN AMERICA 29 33 3.2%
*TOTAL* * * *506* *519* * * * * *0.1%*
*Organic growth is calculated on revenue adjusted for exchange rate impacts and the acquisition of Riverorchid, closed at end December 2016.
*2. GENERAL COMMENTS*
Consolidated group revenue for the first quarter of 2017 was €519 million, up from €506 million in Q1 2016, representing reported growth of +2.6% and organic growth of +0.1%.
Exchange rate effects had a positive impact of €5.3 million during the first quarter and variations in consolidation scope had a positive impact of €7.2 million.
*Highlights by region:*
*Europe:*
Q1 2017 revenue for Europe was stable compared to the same period in 2016.
France maintained positive growth at +1.4%: highlights included a strong performance from BETC and Havas Paris and new account wins: Skoda by the Rosapark and Fullsix France agencies, Du Pareil au Même by Les Gaulois and the recent launch of the Alpine Showroom by the Parisian Havas Village.
The United Kingdom reported a slight uptick with growth of +0.5%, the main contributors being Havas Medicom, Havas Lynx, All Response Media and Maitland. The UK agencies pulled out all the stops this quarter, winning the business of such high-profile brands as Rolls Royce, Beats, Carling and Thornton's Chocolate.
The rest of Europe was down slightly on Q1 2016 due to a high baseline effect, particularly in Spain. Italy, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Poland, however, continued to report positive growth and profited from increased investment by clients such as Hyundai Kia, Telecom Italia and Orange.
*North America:*
After a spurt in growth in late 2016, the region has settled into a more moderate pace of growth. Noteworthy were strong performances from Havas Media North America and Havas Chicago and new client wins including Mattress Firm, Bob's Discount Furniture, Change-Diapers.com and Dolce & Gabbana.
*Asia-Pacific and Africa:*
The region reported the Group's weakest performance in the first quarter, largely as a result of falling spend by certain clients, particularly in China, Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates. Even so, performance improved sequentially from Q4 2016 and the recent win of Inoherb, China's leading men's skincare brand, is an encouraging sign. Australia, on the other hand, benefited from an increase in spending by several major clients and maintained double-digit growth.
*Latin America:*
The region began the year on a stronger note than in late 2016, but was nevertheless penalized by the high baseline set in Brazil in the equivalent period last year. Chile performed well and Argentina and Colombia both achieved double-digit growth.
*3.* * NET NEW BUSINESS ^1*
Net new business ^1 progressed at a satisfactory pace in Q1 2017 with €563 million of new billings.
This included a number of integrated Village wins, among them:
Chivas Regal worldwide, Carling Black Label in the UK, Sony in Colombia, Best Western in Italy.
Other global wins included:
Airwick (RB), Clearasil (RB), Seoul Tourism and the European Parliament in 28 markets.
Further details of new wins are given in Annex 1.
*4.* *AWARDS AND ACCOLADES*
Havas agencies and employees continue to be singled out for their creative excellence.
At the international level, *Havas Media* was ranked among the Top 10 *Media Agency Networks* in the Big Won 2016. Group agencies, with *BETC Paris* and *Les Gaulois* leading the way, scooped 12 awards including a Best of Show and six First Prizes at the Mobius Awards.
At regional level, in North America *Havas Media* was hailed *Media Agency of the Year* by Adweek. *Havas PR* took five awards at the Bulldog Awards/Media Relations, including two Gold, for campaigns including "The Barnacle" and "Green Giant".
In the United Kingdom, *Havas Health & You* , and more specifically *Havas Lynx* , stood out at the PM Society Awards, taking a total of 11 awards, including five Gold and three Silver, five of which were for a single campaign, "Change the Face of HIV" (Natasha).
In Asia, *Havas Hong Kong* took a total of 17 awards, including the coveted *Best of Show Agency* , plus five Gold, six Silver and five Bronze, many of them for its campaigns for Aptamil and Danone/Nutrilon.
In the Asia-Pacific zone, *Havas Media Australia* won Bronze in the Best Communication Strategy category at the Festival of Media APAC Awards.
French agencies were spectacularly successful at the Club des DA awards, in particular *BETC Paris* for campaigns that included "Kitchen", "The Mechanic" and "Like My Addiction", as well as at the Grand Prix Stratégies du Marketing Digital, taking three Gold, three Silver and two Bronze awards.
*5. CALENDAR*
The Annual Shareholders' Meeting will be held on May 10, 2017 at 10.00 am at the Havas headquarters in Puteaux.
The 2017 interim results will be announced on Thursday, July 20 at 5.45 pm CET.
ANNEX 1
*Creative duties:*
*Adidas Running* : Arnold Madrid (integrated duties)
*Airwick (RB):* Havas worldwide (integrated duties)
*Carling* : Havas London + Cake (advertising duties)
*Cathay Pacific Airlines:* Havas Hong Kong (integrated duties)
*Clearasil (RB):* Havas worldwide (integrated duties)
*Du Pareil au Même:* Les Gaulois (integrated duties)
*English Heritage:* Havas London (integrated duties)
*Gillette:* Havas Village Australia + HSE (advertising duties)
*Hershey's:* Havas China (integrated duties)
*Mattress Firm:* Havas Village New York (integrated duties)
*Mike's Hard Lemonade:* Havas Chicago
*MoëtHennessy:* Havas Village Australia (digital/social media duties)
*Nokia:* One Green Bean (PR duties)
*Rolls Royce* : Havas London (integrated duties)
*Royal Petrol:* Havas Dubai (digital duties)
*Skoda:* Rosapark and FullSix France
*Tecentriq:* Havas San Francisco (digital duties)
*Telecom Italia* : Havas Italy
*Thornton's Chocolate* : Havas London (integrated duties)
*Volvic* : Havas Paris (brand activation)
*Media duties:*
*Ballerina Laboratorios:* Havas Media Chile
*Beats:* HSE UK (UK, Germany, France)
*Bob's Discount Furniture:* Havas Media USA
*Change-Diapers.com:* Havas Media USA
*Coca-Cola* : Havas Media Ghana
*Correos:* Arena Media Spain
*Danone:* Havas Media Mexico
*DekaBank* : Arena Media Germany
*Dolce & Gabbana:* Havas Media USA
*European Parliament:* HMI Paris (on 28 markets)
*FNAC-Darty:* Havas Media France
*Generalitat de Catalunya:* Arena Media Spain
*Kia:* Havas Media Australia
*Lidl* : Havas Media Portugal
*L'Oreál:* Havas Media Africa (in Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Senegal and Democratic republic of Congo)
*Mattress Firm:* Havas Media USA
*Monsanto* : HMI Frankfurt
*Mutual of Omaha:* Havas Media USA
*Opera Mini:* Havas Media APAC
*Seoul Tourism:* HMI Hong Kong
*Société de la Loterie:* Havas Media Switzerland
*StudioCanal:* Havas Media Australia
*SWICA:* Havas Media Switzerland
* About * * Havas Group *
Havas is one of the world's largest global communications groups. Founded in 1835 in Paris, the Group now employs 20,000 people in over 100 countries. Havas Group is committed to being the world's best company at creating meaningful connections between people and brands through creativity, media and innovation. Based on a client-centric and regional organization, Havas is also the most integrated Group in its sector: the Together strategy is implemented through its Havas Villages, where most creative, media and healthcare teams share the same premises ensuring agility and a seamless experience for clients.
Further information about Havas Group is available on the company's website: www.havasgroup.com
* Forward-Looking Information *
This document contains certain forward-looking statements which speak only as of the date on which they are made. Forward looking statements relate to projections, anticipated events or trends, future plans and strategies, and reflect Havas' current views about future events. They are therefore subject to inherent risks and uncertainties that may cause Havas' actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from expected results include changes in the global economic environment or in the business environment, and in factors such as competition and market regulation. For more information regarding risk factors relevant to Havas, please see Havas' filings with the AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) (documents in French) and, up to October 2006, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (documents in English only). Havas does not intend, and disclaims any duty or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained in this document to reflect new information, future events or otherwise.
* (1): Net New Business *
Net new business represents the estimated annual advertising budgets for new business wins (which includes new clients, clients retained after a competitive review, and new product or brand expansions for existing clients) less the estimated annual advertising budgets for lost accounts. Havas' management uses net new business as a measurement of the effectiveness of its client development and retention efforts. Net new business is not an accurate predictor of future revenues, since what constitutes new business or lost business is subject to differing judgments, the amounts associated with individual business wins and losses depend on estimated client budgets, clients may not spend as much as they budget, the timing of budgeted expenditures is uncertain, and the amount of budgeted expenditures that translates into revenues depends on the nature of the expenditures and the applicable fee structures. In addition, Havas' guidelines for determining the amount of new business wins and lost business may differ from those employed by other companies.
* Other definitions: *
* Organic growth * is calculated by comparing revenue for the current financial period against revenue for the previous financial period adjusted as follows:
- revenue for the previous financial period is recalculated using the exchange rates for the current financial period;
- to this resulting revenue is added the revenue of companies acquired between January 1 of the previous financial period and the acquisition date for the period in which these companies were not as yet consolidated;
- revenue for the previous financial period is also adjusted for the consolidated revenue of companies disposed of or closed down between January 1 of the previous financial period and the date of disposal or closure.
Organic growth calculated by this method is therefore adjusted for variations in exchange rate against the euro, and for variations in the scope of consolidation.
*Contact* *s* *:*
*Lorella Gessa*
Chief Communications Officer, Havas Group
Tel: +33 (0)1 58 47 90 36
lorella.gessa@havas.com
*Aurélie Jolion*
Directrice des Relations Investisseurs du Groupe Havas
Tel: +33 (0)1 58 47 92 42
aurelie.jolion@havas.com
29-30 quai de Dion Bouton 92817 Puteaux Cedex, France
Tel +33 (0) 1 58 47 80 00 Fax +33 (0) 1 58 47 99 99
SA au capital de 167 862 108 € - 335 480 265 RCS Nanterre - APE 7311Z
www.havasgroup.com
Liker notre page sur Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HavasGroup
Suivez-nous sur Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/HavasGroup/
Google +: http://bit.ly/163Ii2y
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/Havas
Press Release
--------------------This announcement is distributed by NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions on behalf of NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: HAVAS via GlobeNewswire
HUG#2099275 Reported by GlobeNewswire 53 minutes ago.
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KLEPIERRE: BUSINESS REVIEW FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017
press release
BUSINESS REVIEW FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017
Paris - April 26, 2017
· * * *At €320.6 million, total revenues in line with Q1 2016, despite significant asset disposals in 2016 and early 2017;* * *
· * * *Shopping center gross rental income +0.4% to €293.2 million;* * *
· * * *Retailer sales +0.6% on a like-for-like basis* ^[1] *(on a 12-month rolling basis ended March 2017);* * *
· * * *Accelerated leasing activity with 523 leases signed (vs 386 in Q1 2016), representing €10.0 million in additional minimum guaranteed rents on a yearly basis (excluding new projects and extensions) vs €4.2 million in Q1 2016;* * *
· * * *Strong consumer response to Hoog Catharijne first redevelopment phase opening (footfall +11%) and Val d'Europe extension (footfall +31%);* * *
· * * *Further €100 million reduction in net debt at March 31, 2017 vs year-end 2016; net cost of debt reduced to less than 2.0% for the first quarter of 2017;* * *
· * * *Disposals completed and signed worth €213.0 million year-to-date.* * *
· * *2017 outlook confirmed: net current cash flow per share expected between €2.35 and €2.40* *
** KEY FINANCIALS **
In € millions, Total-Share basis Q1 2017 Q1 2016 % Change
Gross rental income - Shopping centers 293.2 291.9 +0.4
Gross rental income - Other activities 7.3 7.9 -8.6
*Total gross rental income total* *300.4* *299.8* *+0.2*
Management, administrative and other income (fees) 20.2 22.9 -12.0
*Total revenues* *320.6* *322.8* *-0.7*
** *OPERATING PERFORMANCE* **
* *Total revenues* *
For the first quarter of 2017, gross rental income (total share) rose to €300.4 million from €299.8 million for the same period last year, as the contribution from organic growth offset the impact of disposals (-€6.3 million).
Shopping center gross rental income (GRI, total share) increased by 0.4%, or €1.3 million, to €293.2 million in the period. Disposals completed in 2016 and early 2017 had a negative €5.9 million impact on shopping center GRI while the contribution from index-linked adjustments was +0.7%.
GRI from other activities amounted to €7.3 million.
Management, administrative and related income (fees) totaled €20.2 million, down €2.7 million from the first quarter last year due to seasonal effects.
Total revenues for the first quarter of 2017 reached €320.6 million, virtually unchanged versus the same period last year.
* *Retailer sales* *
On a rolling twelve-month basis, retailer sales were up by 0.6%. On a like-for-like portfolio basis,1 retailer sales in Klépierre's shopping malls declined by 0.6% in Q1 2017 compared to the same quarter last year, mainly due to negative calendar effects: one less Saturday in January and one less working day in February 2017. This year, after a downward trend in January, broadly stable in February, retailer sales recovered in March. These figures benefited from no contribution of extensions or recent developments.
In this context, retailers in France (-1.3%), Italy (-2.2%) and Scandinavia (-0.6%) posted slower sales in the first quarter while Iberia (+0.4%) and CEE & Turkey (+6.6%) remained solid. In France, consumers slowed spending ahead of the spring elections while, in Italy, retailer sales were impacted by increased competition in Milan.
* *Leasing activity* *
Leasing activity was very dynamic. In the first quarter, Klépierre signed a total of 523 leases, representing €10.0 million in additional annual minimum guaranteed rents (excluding contributions from extension and greenfield projects), a clear acceleration compared to the first quarter of 2016 (386 leases and €4.2 million in additional MGR).
Klépierre also accelerated the implementation of its "Destination Food" strategy, with the introduction of innovative concepts such as Five Guys (Hoog Catharijne, Alexandrium), Grom (Val d'Europe, Prado), Johnny Rockets (Lonato), Leon (Hoog Catharijne) and Wagamama (Prado). New dedicated food areas in Hoog Catharijne (City Square, Pavillon), Val d'Europe (Place des Étoiles) and the Prado rooftop are further enhancing the attractiveness of the food & beverage offering in Klépierre's malls.
Leasing activity in France was bolstered by the launch of the re-leasing campaign at St.Lazare Paris, which is capturing great reversion with trendy brands. NYX, Rituals, Levi's, Calzedonia and Bialetti plan to open new shops while leases with Petit Bateau and Pylones were renewed. In addition, in the first quarter of 2018, Sephora will unveil one of its largest stores in the world (and 2 ^nd largest in France) with a 1,000+ sq.m. store in a new and innovative concept. These successes underscore the relevance of Klépierre's strategy of transforming the St. Lazare hub into a disruptive retail destination. Sephora has also signed 4 additional leases for Klépierre malls: in Annecy Courier (renewal), Marseille Bourse (opening), Val d'Europe (new concept) and Villiers-en-Bière (renewal).
In Spain, the ongoing implementation of the Clubstore® concept in Plenilunio has triggered an acceleration of renewals and refurbishments, including Stradivarius and Pull&Bear (both including a store extension), Okaïdi, C&A, Levi's and Etam. New tenants, such as Skechers and Lush, are arriving and will further improve Plenilunio's position as one of the leading platforms in Madrid for international retailers.
After signing 24 leases with Inditex in 2016, Klépierre signed six additional leases in the first quarter of 2017, including a 3,000-sq.m. Zara store in Nový Smichov (Prague).
** *DEBT POSITION AND FINANCING UPDATE* **
On February 9, 2017, Klépierre issued a 10-year, €500 million bond with a 1.375% coupon. ^[2]
On March 13, 2017, Klépierre announced a share buyback program up to €500 million. As of April 25, 3,748,000 shares had been repurchased at an average €35.85 per share, representing an investment of €134 million.
As of March 31, 2017, the Group's consolidated net debt amounted to €8,510 million, a reduction of €103 million compared to year-end 2016. Klépierre's average debt duration remained stable at 6 years and the net cost of debt continued to decrease below 2.0%.
On April 25, 2017, the dividend was paid out to shareholders for a total amount of €562 million (€1.82 per share for fiscal year 2016).
** *DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE AND ASSET ROTATION* **
* *Successful delivery of two iconic projects* *
After three years of construction, on April 12, 2017, Klépierre unveiled a 17,000-sq.m. extension at Val d'Europe (near Paris), bringing the French mall's total sales area to more than 105,000 sq.m. The extension features 30 new brands, including flagship stores. The Group is currently implementing the Clubstore® concept through a refurbishment of the entire shopping center. Between April 12 and April 23, Val d'Europe received 0.6 million visitors, a 31% increase compared to the same period last year. ^[3] Watch the video here .
On April 6, 2017, the Group officially opened 16,000 sq.m. of new retail space, leased-up at 85%, at Hoog Catharijne (Utrecht), the leading mall in the Netherlands. New stores were added to the shopping center's offering: on the fashion segment (Zara, Zara Home, Bershka, Stradivarius, NAME IT, WE, Men At Work, Claudia Sträter, Bijou Brigitte, Manfield, Parfois, Nike, Jack & Jones, Vero Moda, Sissy-Boy, Timberland), Food / Restaurant (Leon, Comptoir Libanais, Burger Federation, Five Guys, Vapiano, Exki and McDonald's new concept) or Health & Beauty (Yves Rocher, MAC, Rituals). Between April 5 and April 18, the newly opened part of Hoog Catharijne received nearly 1.1 million visitors, an 11% increase compared to the same period last year ^[4] .
* *Disposals signed for €213.0 million* *
Since January 1, 2017, Klépierre has completed disposals of non-core assets for €177.3 million ^[5] , across Europe (Norway, Sweden, France and Spain). Based on 2016 rents, the implied yield of shopping centers sold amounts to 5.7% while sale prices are slightly above the last appraised values. In addition, assets worth €35.7 million are currently under sale or purchase promissory agreements.
** * *OUTLOOK CONFIRMED* * **
In 2017, Klépierre expects net rental income to continue to grow on a like-for-like basis, while operational and financial costs should be further reduced. Assuming stable or lower net debt, Klépierre expects to generate net current cash flow per share of between €2.35 and €2.40.
** *RETAILER SALES like-for-like change*
*FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017* **
Countries Q1 2017
Year-on-Year Change
France -1.3%
Belgium -1.5%
France-Belgium -1.3%
Italy -2.2%
Norway 0.5%
Sweden -0.6%
Denmark -3.0%
Scandinavia -0.6%
Spain 0.9%
Portugal -0.7%
Iberia 0.4%
Poland 3.8%
Hungary 11.4%
Czech Republic 7.3%
Turkey 6.5%
CEE and Turkey 6.6%
The Netherlands N/A
Germany -2.7%
TOTAL -0.6%
*
*
** *TOTAL REVENUES* **
In € millions Total Share Group Share
Q1 2017 Q1 2016 Q1 2017 Q1 2016
France 100.4 100.3 82.7 83.0
Belgium 4.4 4.1 4.4 4.1
France-Belgium 104.8 104.4 87.1 87.1
Italy 51.8 50.9 51.0 50.0
Norway 18.5 17.7 10.4 9.9
Sweden 16.0 17.1 9.0 9.6
Denmark 14.2 13.4 8.0 7.5
Scandinavia 48.8 48.2 27.4 27.0
Spain 22.8 23.4 22.0 22.6
Portugal 5.5 5.2 5.5 5.2
Iberia 28.3 28.5 27.5 27.8
Poland 8.8 8.4 8.8 8.4
Hungary 5.5 5.3 5.5 5.2
Czech Republic 7.5 6.6 7.5 6.6
Turkey 8.2 8.7 7.6 8.0
Others 0.7 0.9 0.7 0.8
CEE and Turkey 30.8 30.0 30.1 29.2
The Netherlands 15.0 15.6 15.0 15.6
Germany 13.6 14.3 13.0 13.6
SHOPPING CENTERS
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 293.2 291.9 251.2 250.3
Other activities 7.3 7.9 7.3 7.9
TOTAL
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 300.4 299.8 258.4 258.3
Management, administrative and related income (fees) 20.2 22.9 19.2 21.7
TOTAL REVENUES 320.6 322.8 277.7 280.0
Equity Accounted Investees* 22.3 23.9 21.2 22.3
* Contributions from Equity Accounted Investees include investments in jointly-controlled companies and investments in companies under significant influence. Equity Accounted Investees are accounted for a total value of €1,425 million as of December 31, 2016.
** *QUARTERLY REVENUES ON A TOTAL-SHARE BASIS* **
In € millions Q1 2017 Q4 2016 Q3 2016 Q2 2016
France 100.4 106.6 101.7 102.8
Belgium 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.2
France-Belgium 104.8 110.9 106.1 107.0
Italy 51.8 51.4 50.6 51.8
Norway 18.5 20.2 18.8 18.4
Sweden 16.0 15.6 17.7 17.5
Denmark 14.2 13.5 14.3 13.5
Scandinavia 48.8 49.4 50.8 49.3
Spain 22.8 22.2 23.0 23.8
Portugal 5.5 5.1 5.3 5.1
Iberia 28.3 27.4 28.3 28.9
Poland 8.8 8.8 8.5 8.6
Hungary 5.5 5.5 5.3 5.1
Czech Republic 7.5 7.3 6.8 6.6
Turkey 8.2 9.2 9.0 8.6
Others 0.7 0.8 0.4 0.8
CEE and Turkey 30.8 31.6 30.1 29.7
The Netherlands 15.0 15.2 15.2 15.1
Germany 13.6 13.5 15.0 14.4
SHOPPING CENTERS
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 293.2 299.3 296.0 296.2
Other activities 7.3 6.8 8.0 7.9
TOTAL
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 300.4 306.1 304.0 304.1
Management, administrative and related income (fees) 20.2 22.1 20.6 20.9
TOTAL REVENUES 320.6 328.2 324.6 325.0
Equity Accounted Investees* 22.3 23.0 23.6 25.0
* Contributions from Equity Accounted Investees include investments in jointly-controlled companies and investments in companies under significant influence. Equity Accounted Investees are accounted for a total value of €1,425 million as of December 31, 2016.** *AGENDA* **
** **
* * *July 25, 2017* * *
* * First-Half 2017 Earnings (press release after market close)
** *Investor relations contacts* **
** *media contacts* **
* * *Hubert d'AILLIÈRES* * *
+33 (0)1 40 67 51 37 - hubert.daillieres@klepierre.com
* * *Julien ROUCH* * *
+33 (0)1 40 67 53 08 - julien.rouch@klepierre.com
* *Lorie LICHTLEN* * , Burson-Marsteller i&e
+33 (0)1 56 03 13 01 - lorie.lichtlen@bm.com
* *Camille PETIT* * , Burson-Marsteller i&e
+33 (0)1 56 03 12 98 - camille.petit@bm.com
** *ABOUT KLÉPIERRE* **
The leading pure play shopping center property company in Europe, Klépierre combines development, property and asset management skills. The company's portfolio is valued at €22.8 billion at December 31, 2016 and comprises large shopping centers in 16 countries in Continental Europe which altogether welcome 1.1 billion visitors per year. Klépierre holds a controlling stake in Steen & Strøm (56.1%), Scandinavia's number one shopping center owner and manager. Klépierre is a French REIT (SIIC) listed on Euronext Paris and included in the CAC Next 20, EPRA Euro Zone and GPR 250 indexes. It is also included in ethical indexes, such as DJSI World and Europe, FTSE4Good, STOXX® Global ESG Leaders, Euronext Vigeo France 20 and World 120, and is ranked as a Green Star by GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark). These distinctions underscore the Group's commitment to a proactive sustainable development policy.
For more information: * www.klepierre.com *
This press release is available on Klépierre's website: * www.klepierre.com *
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^[1] Like-for-like change is on a same-center basis and excludes the impact of asset sales and acquisitions. Retailer sales from the Dutch portfolio are not included in these figures since Dutch retailers do not report sales to Klépierre.
^[2] For more information, please refer to the press release published on February 9, 2017, available on www.klepierre.com .
^[3] For more information, please refer to the press release published on April 11, 2017, available on www.klepierre.com .
^[4] For more information, please refer to the press release published on April 6, 2017, available on www.klepierre.com .
^[5] Total share, excluding duties.
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BUSINESS REVIEW FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017
Paris - April 26, 2017
· * * *At €320.6 million, total revenues in line with Q1 2016, despite significant asset disposals in 2016 and early 2017;* * *
· * * *Shopping center gross rental income +0.4% to €293.2 million;* * *
· * * *Retailer sales +0.6% on a like-for-like basis* ^[1] *(on a 12-month rolling basis ended March 2017);* * *
· * * *Accelerated leasing activity with 523 leases signed (vs 386 in Q1 2016), representing €10.0 million in additional minimum guaranteed rents on a yearly basis (excluding new projects and extensions) vs €4.2 million in Q1 2016;* * *
· * * *Strong consumer response to Hoog Catharijne first redevelopment phase opening (footfall +11%) and Val d'Europe extension (footfall +31%);* * *
· * * *Further €100 million reduction in net debt at March 31, 2017 vs year-end 2016; net cost of debt reduced to less than 2.0% for the first quarter of 2017;* * *
· * * *Disposals completed and signed worth €213.0 million year-to-date.* * *
· * *2017 outlook confirmed: net current cash flow per share expected between €2.35 and €2.40* *
** KEY FINANCIALS **
In € millions, Total-Share basis Q1 2017 Q1 2016 % Change
Gross rental income - Shopping centers 293.2 291.9 +0.4
Gross rental income - Other activities 7.3 7.9 -8.6
*Total gross rental income total* *300.4* *299.8* *+0.2*
Management, administrative and other income (fees) 20.2 22.9 -12.0
*Total revenues* *320.6* *322.8* *-0.7*
** *OPERATING PERFORMANCE* **
* *Total revenues* *
For the first quarter of 2017, gross rental income (total share) rose to €300.4 million from €299.8 million for the same period last year, as the contribution from organic growth offset the impact of disposals (-€6.3 million).
Shopping center gross rental income (GRI, total share) increased by 0.4%, or €1.3 million, to €293.2 million in the period. Disposals completed in 2016 and early 2017 had a negative €5.9 million impact on shopping center GRI while the contribution from index-linked adjustments was +0.7%.
GRI from other activities amounted to €7.3 million.
Management, administrative and related income (fees) totaled €20.2 million, down €2.7 million from the first quarter last year due to seasonal effects.
Total revenues for the first quarter of 2017 reached €320.6 million, virtually unchanged versus the same period last year.
* *Retailer sales* *
On a rolling twelve-month basis, retailer sales were up by 0.6%. On a like-for-like portfolio basis,1 retailer sales in Klépierre's shopping malls declined by 0.6% in Q1 2017 compared to the same quarter last year, mainly due to negative calendar effects: one less Saturday in January and one less working day in February 2017. This year, after a downward trend in January, broadly stable in February, retailer sales recovered in March. These figures benefited from no contribution of extensions or recent developments.
In this context, retailers in France (-1.3%), Italy (-2.2%) and Scandinavia (-0.6%) posted slower sales in the first quarter while Iberia (+0.4%) and CEE & Turkey (+6.6%) remained solid. In France, consumers slowed spending ahead of the spring elections while, in Italy, retailer sales were impacted by increased competition in Milan.
* *Leasing activity* *
Leasing activity was very dynamic. In the first quarter, Klépierre signed a total of 523 leases, representing €10.0 million in additional annual minimum guaranteed rents (excluding contributions from extension and greenfield projects), a clear acceleration compared to the first quarter of 2016 (386 leases and €4.2 million in additional MGR).
Klépierre also accelerated the implementation of its "Destination Food" strategy, with the introduction of innovative concepts such as Five Guys (Hoog Catharijne, Alexandrium), Grom (Val d'Europe, Prado), Johnny Rockets (Lonato), Leon (Hoog Catharijne) and Wagamama (Prado). New dedicated food areas in Hoog Catharijne (City Square, Pavillon), Val d'Europe (Place des Étoiles) and the Prado rooftop are further enhancing the attractiveness of the food & beverage offering in Klépierre's malls.
Leasing activity in France was bolstered by the launch of the re-leasing campaign at St.Lazare Paris, which is capturing great reversion with trendy brands. NYX, Rituals, Levi's, Calzedonia and Bialetti plan to open new shops while leases with Petit Bateau and Pylones were renewed. In addition, in the first quarter of 2018, Sephora will unveil one of its largest stores in the world (and 2 ^nd largest in France) with a 1,000+ sq.m. store in a new and innovative concept. These successes underscore the relevance of Klépierre's strategy of transforming the St. Lazare hub into a disruptive retail destination. Sephora has also signed 4 additional leases for Klépierre malls: in Annecy Courier (renewal), Marseille Bourse (opening), Val d'Europe (new concept) and Villiers-en-Bière (renewal).
In Spain, the ongoing implementation of the Clubstore® concept in Plenilunio has triggered an acceleration of renewals and refurbishments, including Stradivarius and Pull&Bear (both including a store extension), Okaïdi, C&A, Levi's and Etam. New tenants, such as Skechers and Lush, are arriving and will further improve Plenilunio's position as one of the leading platforms in Madrid for international retailers.
After signing 24 leases with Inditex in 2016, Klépierre signed six additional leases in the first quarter of 2017, including a 3,000-sq.m. Zara store in Nový Smichov (Prague).
** *DEBT POSITION AND FINANCING UPDATE* **
On February 9, 2017, Klépierre issued a 10-year, €500 million bond with a 1.375% coupon. ^[2]
On March 13, 2017, Klépierre announced a share buyback program up to €500 million. As of April 25, 3,748,000 shares had been repurchased at an average €35.85 per share, representing an investment of €134 million.
As of March 31, 2017, the Group's consolidated net debt amounted to €8,510 million, a reduction of €103 million compared to year-end 2016. Klépierre's average debt duration remained stable at 6 years and the net cost of debt continued to decrease below 2.0%.
On April 25, 2017, the dividend was paid out to shareholders for a total amount of €562 million (€1.82 per share for fiscal year 2016).
** *DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE AND ASSET ROTATION* **
* *Successful delivery of two iconic projects* *
After three years of construction, on April 12, 2017, Klépierre unveiled a 17,000-sq.m. extension at Val d'Europe (near Paris), bringing the French mall's total sales area to more than 105,000 sq.m. The extension features 30 new brands, including flagship stores. The Group is currently implementing the Clubstore® concept through a refurbishment of the entire shopping center. Between April 12 and April 23, Val d'Europe received 0.6 million visitors, a 31% increase compared to the same period last year. ^[3] Watch the video here .
On April 6, 2017, the Group officially opened 16,000 sq.m. of new retail space, leased-up at 85%, at Hoog Catharijne (Utrecht), the leading mall in the Netherlands. New stores were added to the shopping center's offering: on the fashion segment (Zara, Zara Home, Bershka, Stradivarius, NAME IT, WE, Men At Work, Claudia Sträter, Bijou Brigitte, Manfield, Parfois, Nike, Jack & Jones, Vero Moda, Sissy-Boy, Timberland), Food / Restaurant (Leon, Comptoir Libanais, Burger Federation, Five Guys, Vapiano, Exki and McDonald's new concept) or Health & Beauty (Yves Rocher, MAC, Rituals). Between April 5 and April 18, the newly opened part of Hoog Catharijne received nearly 1.1 million visitors, an 11% increase compared to the same period last year ^[4] .
* *Disposals signed for €213.0 million* *
Since January 1, 2017, Klépierre has completed disposals of non-core assets for €177.3 million ^[5] , across Europe (Norway, Sweden, France and Spain). Based on 2016 rents, the implied yield of shopping centers sold amounts to 5.7% while sale prices are slightly above the last appraised values. In addition, assets worth €35.7 million are currently under sale or purchase promissory agreements.
** * *OUTLOOK CONFIRMED* * **
In 2017, Klépierre expects net rental income to continue to grow on a like-for-like basis, while operational and financial costs should be further reduced. Assuming stable or lower net debt, Klépierre expects to generate net current cash flow per share of between €2.35 and €2.40.
** *RETAILER SALES like-for-like change*
*FOR THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2017* **
Countries Q1 2017
Year-on-Year Change
France -1.3%
Belgium -1.5%
France-Belgium -1.3%
Italy -2.2%
Norway 0.5%
Sweden -0.6%
Denmark -3.0%
Scandinavia -0.6%
Spain 0.9%
Portugal -0.7%
Iberia 0.4%
Poland 3.8%
Hungary 11.4%
Czech Republic 7.3%
Turkey 6.5%
CEE and Turkey 6.6%
The Netherlands N/A
Germany -2.7%
TOTAL -0.6%
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*
** *TOTAL REVENUES* **
In € millions Total Share Group Share
Q1 2017 Q1 2016 Q1 2017 Q1 2016
France 100.4 100.3 82.7 83.0
Belgium 4.4 4.1 4.4 4.1
France-Belgium 104.8 104.4 87.1 87.1
Italy 51.8 50.9 51.0 50.0
Norway 18.5 17.7 10.4 9.9
Sweden 16.0 17.1 9.0 9.6
Denmark 14.2 13.4 8.0 7.5
Scandinavia 48.8 48.2 27.4 27.0
Spain 22.8 23.4 22.0 22.6
Portugal 5.5 5.2 5.5 5.2
Iberia 28.3 28.5 27.5 27.8
Poland 8.8 8.4 8.8 8.4
Hungary 5.5 5.3 5.5 5.2
Czech Republic 7.5 6.6 7.5 6.6
Turkey 8.2 8.7 7.6 8.0
Others 0.7 0.9 0.7 0.8
CEE and Turkey 30.8 30.0 30.1 29.2
The Netherlands 15.0 15.6 15.0 15.6
Germany 13.6 14.3 13.0 13.6
SHOPPING CENTERS
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 293.2 291.9 251.2 250.3
Other activities 7.3 7.9 7.3 7.9
TOTAL
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 300.4 299.8 258.4 258.3
Management, administrative and related income (fees) 20.2 22.9 19.2 21.7
TOTAL REVENUES 320.6 322.8 277.7 280.0
Equity Accounted Investees* 22.3 23.9 21.2 22.3
* Contributions from Equity Accounted Investees include investments in jointly-controlled companies and investments in companies under significant influence. Equity Accounted Investees are accounted for a total value of €1,425 million as of December 31, 2016.
** *QUARTERLY REVENUES ON A TOTAL-SHARE BASIS* **
In € millions Q1 2017 Q4 2016 Q3 2016 Q2 2016
France 100.4 106.6 101.7 102.8
Belgium 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.2
France-Belgium 104.8 110.9 106.1 107.0
Italy 51.8 51.4 50.6 51.8
Norway 18.5 20.2 18.8 18.4
Sweden 16.0 15.6 17.7 17.5
Denmark 14.2 13.5 14.3 13.5
Scandinavia 48.8 49.4 50.8 49.3
Spain 22.8 22.2 23.0 23.8
Portugal 5.5 5.1 5.3 5.1
Iberia 28.3 27.4 28.3 28.9
Poland 8.8 8.8 8.5 8.6
Hungary 5.5 5.5 5.3 5.1
Czech Republic 7.5 7.3 6.8 6.6
Turkey 8.2 9.2 9.0 8.6
Others 0.7 0.8 0.4 0.8
CEE and Turkey 30.8 31.6 30.1 29.7
The Netherlands 15.0 15.2 15.2 15.1
Germany 13.6 13.5 15.0 14.4
SHOPPING CENTERS
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 293.2 299.3 296.0 296.2
Other activities 7.3 6.8 8.0 7.9
TOTAL
GROSS RENTAL INCOME 300.4 306.1 304.0 304.1
Management, administrative and related income (fees) 20.2 22.1 20.6 20.9
TOTAL REVENUES 320.6 328.2 324.6 325.0
Equity Accounted Investees* 22.3 23.0 23.6 25.0
* Contributions from Equity Accounted Investees include investments in jointly-controlled companies and investments in companies under significant influence. Equity Accounted Investees are accounted for a total value of €1,425 million as of December 31, 2016.** *AGENDA* **
** **
* * *July 25, 2017* * *
* * First-Half 2017 Earnings (press release after market close)
** *Investor relations contacts* **
** *media contacts* **
* * *Hubert d'AILLIÈRES* * *
+33 (0)1 40 67 51 37 - hubert.daillieres@klepierre.com
* * *Julien ROUCH* * *
+33 (0)1 40 67 53 08 - julien.rouch@klepierre.com
* *Lorie LICHTLEN* * , Burson-Marsteller i&e
+33 (0)1 56 03 13 01 - lorie.lichtlen@bm.com
* *Camille PETIT* * , Burson-Marsteller i&e
+33 (0)1 56 03 12 98 - camille.petit@bm.com
** *ABOUT KLÉPIERRE* **
The leading pure play shopping center property company in Europe, Klépierre combines development, property and asset management skills. The company's portfolio is valued at €22.8 billion at December 31, 2016 and comprises large shopping centers in 16 countries in Continental Europe which altogether welcome 1.1 billion visitors per year. Klépierre holds a controlling stake in Steen & Strøm (56.1%), Scandinavia's number one shopping center owner and manager. Klépierre is a French REIT (SIIC) listed on Euronext Paris and included in the CAC Next 20, EPRA Euro Zone and GPR 250 indexes. It is also included in ethical indexes, such as DJSI World and Europe, FTSE4Good, STOXX® Global ESG Leaders, Euronext Vigeo France 20 and World 120, and is ranked as a Green Star by GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark). These distinctions underscore the Group's commitment to a proactive sustainable development policy.
For more information: * www.klepierre.com *
This press release is available on Klépierre's website: * www.klepierre.com *
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^[1] Like-for-like change is on a same-center basis and excludes the impact of asset sales and acquisitions. Retailer sales from the Dutch portfolio are not included in these figures since Dutch retailers do not report sales to Klépierre.
^[2] For more information, please refer to the press release published on February 9, 2017, available on www.klepierre.com .
^[3] For more information, please refer to the press release published on April 11, 2017, available on www.klepierre.com .
^[4] For more information, please refer to the press release published on April 6, 2017, available on www.klepierre.com .
^[5] Total share, excluding duties.
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The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
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BMW Group Signs an International Agreement with Aditya Birla Group
*Business Wire India**(L - R) – Ms. Astrid Schneider - Key Account Management, International Corporate, Direct and Special Sales, BMW Group AG, Mr. Rene Gerhard, Director-Sales, BMW Group India, Mr. Subrato Sarkaar, Joint President - Corporate Administration, Aditya Birla Group*BMW Group has entered into an international alliance with the Aditya Birla Group for preferred mobility solutions. The agreement spans globally across several countries such as India, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Austria, France and UK. The association comprises of a wide variety of privileges on the extensive product portfolio of the BMW Group such as preferential pricing, customized financial services and the state-of-the-art aftersales support.
Mr. Rene Gerhard, Director- Sales, BMW Group India said, “The BMW Group has been a pioneer in automotive excellence and has successfully created outstanding premium mobility solutions for its discerning customers. Our alliance with Aditya Birla Group is yet another step to bring the immersive BMW experience closer to our exclusive clientele. With the fascinating choice of products at attractive prices, customized financial solutions and unparalleled service offerings, Aditya Birla Group employees across the world will now be able to experience the ‘Sheer Driving Pleasure’ in its greatest form.”
Mr. Subrato Sarkaar, Joint President - Corporate Administration, Aditya Birla Group said, “Aditya Birla Group is happy to be associated with an innovative, aspirational brand like BMW. This initiative is a first of its kind and will give our employees an enhanced user experience & service benefits, globally. It is an excellent reflection of our collaboration and partnership with BMW Group internationally.”
*BMW Group India*
With its three brands, BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce, the BMW Group has its sight set firmly on the premium sector of the Indian automobile market. Along with automobiles and motorcycles, the BMW Group's activities in India comprise of financial services for its premium clientele. Till date, BMW Group has invested 11.3 billion Indian Rupees (€ 167 million) in its subsidiaries in India. (BMW India –INR 4.9 billion (€ 69 million) and BMW Financial Services India – INR 6.4 billion (€ 98 million).
BMW India is a 100% subsidiary of the BMW Group and is headquartered in Gurgaon (National Capital Region). The wide range of BMW activities in India include a manufacturing plant in Chennai, a parts warehouse in Mumbai, a training centre in Gurgaon NCR and development of a dealer organisation across major metropolitan centres of the country.
BMW Plant Chennai started operations on 29 March 2007. The BMW Plant Chennai locally produces the BMW 1 Series, the BMW 3 Series, the BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo, the BMW 5 Series, the BMW 7 Series, the BMW X1, the BMW X3 and the BMW X5. BMW dealerships also display the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, the BMW X6, the BMW Z4, the BMW M3 Sedan, the BMW M4 Coupe, the BMW M5 Sedan, the BMW M6 Gran Coupe, the BMW X5 M, the BMW X6 M and BMW i8 which are available in the country as Completely Built-up Units.
The total number of employees at BMW Group India is over 650. More than 1,200 additional jobs have been created in the dealer and service network.
BMW India is the pioneer in bringing luxurious dealerships to India. BMW India has set a decisive course by setting up BMW dealerships of international standards across the country. BMW India has also set very high standards in service quality and customer care. Currently, BMW India has 41 sales outlets in the Indian market.
BMW India offers ‘BMW Premium Selection’ with the finest range of pre-owned BMW vehicles that are carefully selected and comprehensively examined for quality. BMW Premium Selection vehicles can be ordered through exclusive BMW Premium Selection dealerships at 13 locations in the Indian market.
BMW i stands for visionary electric cars and mobility services, inspiring design and a new understanding of premium that is strongly defined by sustainability. BMW i8, plug-in hybrid sports car, is available at four BMW i dealerships as a Completely Built-up Unit (CBU).
BMW Motorrad officially started its operations as a part of the Indian subsidiary of BMW Group in 2017. Earlier, BMW Motorrad was operating in India with importers who had sales outlets in Mumbai and New Delhi. Presently, BMW Motorrad is in the process of setting up the team and dealer network in India. In the initial phase, BMW Motorrad has set up dealerships in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Mumbai and Pune. BMW Motorrad dealerships in India will display BMW S 1000 RR, BMW R 1200 RS, BMW R 1200 RT, BMW K 1600 GTL, BMW R 1200 R, BMW S 1000 R, BMW R NineT, BMW R NineT Scrambler, BMW R 1200 G S Adventure, BMW R 1200 GS, BMW S 1000 XR which are available as Completely Built-up Units (CBU).
MINI has successfully established itself as a premium small car brand in India. Presently, the MINI model range in India includes the MINI 3-door, MINI 5-door, MINI Convertible, MINI Countryman and the MINI Clubman. MINI has established five exclusive dealerships in India.
The International Purchasing Office (IPO) established in Gurgaon identifies and assesses potential suppliers for BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorcycles taking into account BMW Group’s requirements for quality, technology and logistics. The IPO strongly focuses on increasing the sourcing of production material (components) as well as IT and engineering services from India to the BMW Group international production network.
BMW Financial Services India is a 100% subsidiary of the BMW Group and is headquartered in Gurgaon (National Capital Region). BMW Financial Services India operates with three business lines: Retail Finance, Commercial Finance and Insurance Solutions (as corporate agents). The services offered through BMW Financial Services India are significantly valuable to the premium clientele who require exclusive and flexible financial solutions. Service excellence is the primary focus of operations across all business lines.
BMW Financial Services India offers solutions for retail automobile financing for BMW customers and multi make customers, financing for fleet owners and commercial financing for BMW dealerships and multi-make dealerships. Commercial finance solutions offered to BMW India dealerships further strengthen operations in the country and reinforce the BMW brand. BMW Financial Services India also offers BMW Lease for individuals and corporate customers. BMW Financial Services India offers insurance solutions (as corporate agents) to its customers through its cooperation partner in India.
*The BMW Group*
With its three brands BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. As a global company, the BMW Group operates 31 production and assembly facilities in 14 countries and has a global sales network in more than 140 countries. In 2016, the BMW Group sold approximately 2.367 million cars and 145,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax was approximately € 9.67 billion on revenues amounting to € 94.16 billion. As of 31 December 2016, the BMW Group had a workforce of 124,729 employees. The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company has therefore established ecological and social sustainability throughout the value chain, comprehensive product responsibility and a clear commitment to conserving resources as an integral part of its strategy.
*Aditya Birla Group*
A US $41 billion corporation, the Aditya Birla Group is in the League of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 120,000 employees, belonging to 42 nationalities, over 50 per cent of its revenues flow from its overseas operations spanning 36 countries through companies like Novelis Inc., Columbian Chemicals Company (Birla Carbon), Domsjo Fabriker AB, AV Group NB Inc., Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises PTE Ltd., Aditya Birla Grasun Chemicals (Fangchenggang) Ltd., Hindalco Ind. Ltd., Grasim Ind Ltd, Ultratech, Idea Cellular among others.
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· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmwindia_official Reported by Business Wire India 5 hours ago.
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*Release date :* TBA 2018
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Centric Software Celebrates a Double Win with Lotto Sport and Stonefly
Both Italian companies will use Centric Software’s PLM solution to support brand alignment
CAMPBELL, Calif. (PRWEB) April 27, 2017
Centric Software announces that Lotto Sport, the global Italian sportswear company, and Stonefly, the Italian footwear producer, have selected Centric Software to provide their product lifecycle management (PLM) solution. Centric Software is the leading PLM solution for fashion, retail, footwear, luxury, outdoor and consumer goods companies.
Lotto Sport was founded in 1973 in Treviso, Italy and is now a global name, with five sub-brands and an annual turnover of over €300m. The company is renowned for its passion for sport with a special focus on footwear and technical clothing for football and tennis. Lotto purchased a stake in Stonefly, a small Italian producer of comfortable sports footwear and is in the process of integrating the IT, finance and product development departments of both companies.
Incorporating Stonefly into the framework of Lotto Sport presented a challenge: how to harmonize the information systems of both companies and make sure that the overall system was flexible enough to adapt to changes and share data efficiently.
As Sebastiano Di Camillo, Head of Information Technology fom Lotto explains, “Lotto had a PLM system in place, but Stonefly had no system at all. We used our PLM system for four years but because it was highly customized, it became more and more inflexible and difficult to evolve. The upcoming project with Stonefly gave Lotto the opportunity to review our information systems structure and look for a more flexible solution. As a result, we decided to change the PLM we had been using and start fresh with a new system across both companies.”
Flexibility was the key requirement for the new system, says Di Camillo.
“We chose Centric PLM because it is a highly configurable solution with no customization. There’s a good trade-off between cost and quality and Centric is also very user-friendly. Our team’s first impression of Centric was that it is a very flexible product and as we have come to know it better, we have found out just how easy it is to use.”
In addition to headquarters in Treviso, Lotto has teams in France, Spain, Hong Kong, China and Taiwan. The company manages the design, development and manufacture of its sportswear, which is primarily produced by suppliers in Asia.
With a highly international workforce, efficient communication is crucial. Sebastiano Di Camillo expects to see an improvement in the amount and quality of data available to users.
“We’ll have more information, with major improvements in quality and we will have more visibility into costs and calendars. As the head of IT department it’s important to understand the cost of a product and the profitability of our business. We have a lot of people involved in developing collections and with Centric PLM in place, we will be able to make this more efficient with far fewer errors than in the past.”
“As we look forward to the future with Centric Software, we believe it will be a very good partnership,” concludes Di Camillo. “We anticipate sharing new ideas and product developments with each new release of the software.”
“Lotto Sport and Stonefly have a very important and challenging project ahead of them as they integrate the information systems of both companies and we are proud to be part of it,” says Chris Groves, President and CEO of Centric Software. “We are thrilled to partner with them as they replace old systems and establish new ways of working, and look forward to innovating with them into the future.”
Lotto Sport (http://www.lottosport.com) and Stonefly (http://www.stonefly.it)
Lotto Sport Italia is a leader in the production and distribution of sports clothing, footwear and accessories. Founded in 1973, the company began its activities with the production of tennis shoes and football boots, and over the years has expanded its offerings both in the performance area and the free time area with a broad line of leisure products. Lotto’s strategic positioning – which is based on the three core values Italian Spirit, Design and Product Innovation – is supplemented with communication activities in which sponsorships have always been a vital key to success, with past and present legends such as Ruud Gullit, Andriy Shevchenko and Luca Toni in football, and John Newcombe, Boris Becker, Martina Navratilova, David Ferrer and Agnieszka Radwańska in tennis, to name just a few. Lotto distributes its products in over 100 countries worldwide.
Centric Software (http://www.centricsoftware.com)
From its headquarters in Silicon Valley and offices in trend capitals around the world, Centric Software builds technologies for the most prestigious names in fashion, retail, footwear, luxury, outdoor, and consumer goods. Its flagship product lifecycle management (PLM) platform, Centric 8, delivers enterprise-class merchandise planning, product development, sourcing, business planning, quality, and collection management functionality tailored for fast-moving consumer industries. Centric SMB packages extended PLM including innovative technology and key industry learnings tailored for small businesses.
Centric Software has received multiple industry awards, including the Frost & Sullivan Global Product Differentiation Excellence Award in Retail, Fashion, and Apparel PLM in 2016 and Frost & Sullivan’s Global Retail, Fashion, and Apparel PLM Product Differentiation Excellence Award in 2012. Red Herring named Centric to its Top 100 Global list in 2013, 2015, and 2016.
Centric is a registered trademark of Centric Software. All other brands and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Media Contacts:
Centric Software
Americas: Jennifer Forsythe, jforsythe(at)centricsoftware(dot)com
Europe: Kristen Salaun Batby, ksalaun-batby(at)centricsoftware(dot)com
Asia: Lily Dong, lilydong(at)centricsoftware(dot)com Reported by PRWeb 5 hours ago.
CAMPBELL, Calif. (PRWEB) April 27, 2017
Centric Software announces that Lotto Sport, the global Italian sportswear company, and Stonefly, the Italian footwear producer, have selected Centric Software to provide their product lifecycle management (PLM) solution. Centric Software is the leading PLM solution for fashion, retail, footwear, luxury, outdoor and consumer goods companies.
Lotto Sport was founded in 1973 in Treviso, Italy and is now a global name, with five sub-brands and an annual turnover of over €300m. The company is renowned for its passion for sport with a special focus on footwear and technical clothing for football and tennis. Lotto purchased a stake in Stonefly, a small Italian producer of comfortable sports footwear and is in the process of integrating the IT, finance and product development departments of both companies.
Incorporating Stonefly into the framework of Lotto Sport presented a challenge: how to harmonize the information systems of both companies and make sure that the overall system was flexible enough to adapt to changes and share data efficiently.
As Sebastiano Di Camillo, Head of Information Technology fom Lotto explains, “Lotto had a PLM system in place, but Stonefly had no system at all. We used our PLM system for four years but because it was highly customized, it became more and more inflexible and difficult to evolve. The upcoming project with Stonefly gave Lotto the opportunity to review our information systems structure and look for a more flexible solution. As a result, we decided to change the PLM we had been using and start fresh with a new system across both companies.”
Flexibility was the key requirement for the new system, says Di Camillo.
“We chose Centric PLM because it is a highly configurable solution with no customization. There’s a good trade-off between cost and quality and Centric is also very user-friendly. Our team’s first impression of Centric was that it is a very flexible product and as we have come to know it better, we have found out just how easy it is to use.”
In addition to headquarters in Treviso, Lotto has teams in France, Spain, Hong Kong, China and Taiwan. The company manages the design, development and manufacture of its sportswear, which is primarily produced by suppliers in Asia.
With a highly international workforce, efficient communication is crucial. Sebastiano Di Camillo expects to see an improvement in the amount and quality of data available to users.
“We’ll have more information, with major improvements in quality and we will have more visibility into costs and calendars. As the head of IT department it’s important to understand the cost of a product and the profitability of our business. We have a lot of people involved in developing collections and with Centric PLM in place, we will be able to make this more efficient with far fewer errors than in the past.”
“As we look forward to the future with Centric Software, we believe it will be a very good partnership,” concludes Di Camillo. “We anticipate sharing new ideas and product developments with each new release of the software.”
“Lotto Sport and Stonefly have a very important and challenging project ahead of them as they integrate the information systems of both companies and we are proud to be part of it,” says Chris Groves, President and CEO of Centric Software. “We are thrilled to partner with them as they replace old systems and establish new ways of working, and look forward to innovating with them into the future.”
Lotto Sport (http://www.lottosport.com) and Stonefly (http://www.stonefly.it)
Lotto Sport Italia is a leader in the production and distribution of sports clothing, footwear and accessories. Founded in 1973, the company began its activities with the production of tennis shoes and football boots, and over the years has expanded its offerings both in the performance area and the free time area with a broad line of leisure products. Lotto’s strategic positioning – which is based on the three core values Italian Spirit, Design and Product Innovation – is supplemented with communication activities in which sponsorships have always been a vital key to success, with past and present legends such as Ruud Gullit, Andriy Shevchenko and Luca Toni in football, and John Newcombe, Boris Becker, Martina Navratilova, David Ferrer and Agnieszka Radwańska in tennis, to name just a few. Lotto distributes its products in over 100 countries worldwide.
Centric Software (http://www.centricsoftware.com)
From its headquarters in Silicon Valley and offices in trend capitals around the world, Centric Software builds technologies for the most prestigious names in fashion, retail, footwear, luxury, outdoor, and consumer goods. Its flagship product lifecycle management (PLM) platform, Centric 8, delivers enterprise-class merchandise planning, product development, sourcing, business planning, quality, and collection management functionality tailored for fast-moving consumer industries. Centric SMB packages extended PLM including innovative technology and key industry learnings tailored for small businesses.
Centric Software has received multiple industry awards, including the Frost & Sullivan Global Product Differentiation Excellence Award in Retail, Fashion, and Apparel PLM in 2016 and Frost & Sullivan’s Global Retail, Fashion, and Apparel PLM Product Differentiation Excellence Award in 2012. Red Herring named Centric to its Top 100 Global list in 2013, 2015, and 2016.
Centric is a registered trademark of Centric Software. All other brands and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Media Contacts:
Centric Software
Americas: Jennifer Forsythe, jforsythe(at)centricsoftware(dot)com
Europe: Kristen Salaun Batby, ksalaun-batby(at)centricsoftware(dot)com
Asia: Lily Dong, lilydong(at)centricsoftware(dot)com Reported by PRWeb 5 hours ago.
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DiaSorin to Showcase the Clinical Utility of Vitamin D in New Webinar
LabRoots will host the webinar May 17, which will discuss a variety of recent cases that 1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D testing helped provide the patient’s diagnosis.
Yorba Linda, Ca (PRWEB) April 27, 2017
During the course of this webinar, attendees will hear from a practicing internist, who will review how testing for 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D can enhance clinical practice. Participants will learn the medical indications and clinical signs that prompt ordering of 25-OH-vitamin D and 1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D.
Dr. Gregory Plotnikoff, senior consultant with Minnesota Personalized Medicine, will be the speaker for this event. Dr. Plotnikoff has earned degrees from Carleton College, Harvard University Divinity School and the University of Minnesota Medical School. He is a board-certified internist and pediatrician in active clinical practice who has received numerous national and international awards for research and education. His 2003 article on vitamin D deficiency and chronic, non-specific musculoskeletal pain is one of the most highly-cited articles in the history of the Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
LabRoots will host the event May 17, 2017, beginning at 9:00 a.m. PDT, 12:00 p.m. EDT and will be followed by a Q&A session. To read more about this event, learn about the continuing education credits offered, or to register for free, click here.
About DiaSorin
Headquartered in Italy and listed in the FTSE Italia Mid Cap Index, DiaSorin is a global leader in the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) field. For over 40 years the Company has been developing, producing and marketing reagent kits for IVD worldwide. Through constant investments in research and development, and using its own distinctive expertise in the field of immunodiagnostics to deliver a high level of innovation, DiaSorin offers today the broadest range of specialty tests available in the immunodiagnostics market and new tests in the molecular diagnostics markets, which identify DiaSorin Group as the IVD “diagnostics specialist.”
About LabRoots
LabRoots is the leading scientific social networking website and producer of educational virtual events and webinars. Contributing to the advancement of science through content sharing capabilities, LabRoots is a powerful advocate in amplifying global networks and communities. Founded in 2008, LabRoots emphasizes digital innovation in scientific collaboration and learning, and is a primary source for current scientific news, webinars, virtual conferences, and more. LabRoots has grown into the world’s largest series of virtual events within the Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics community. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
Yorba Linda, Ca (PRWEB) April 27, 2017
During the course of this webinar, attendees will hear from a practicing internist, who will review how testing for 1,25-Dihydroxyvitamin D can enhance clinical practice. Participants will learn the medical indications and clinical signs that prompt ordering of 25-OH-vitamin D and 1,25 dihydroxyvitamin D.
Dr. Gregory Plotnikoff, senior consultant with Minnesota Personalized Medicine, will be the speaker for this event. Dr. Plotnikoff has earned degrees from Carleton College, Harvard University Divinity School and the University of Minnesota Medical School. He is a board-certified internist and pediatrician in active clinical practice who has received numerous national and international awards for research and education. His 2003 article on vitamin D deficiency and chronic, non-specific musculoskeletal pain is one of the most highly-cited articles in the history of the Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
LabRoots will host the event May 17, 2017, beginning at 9:00 a.m. PDT, 12:00 p.m. EDT and will be followed by a Q&A session. To read more about this event, learn about the continuing education credits offered, or to register for free, click here.
About DiaSorin
Headquartered in Italy and listed in the FTSE Italia Mid Cap Index, DiaSorin is a global leader in the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) field. For over 40 years the Company has been developing, producing and marketing reagent kits for IVD worldwide. Through constant investments in research and development, and using its own distinctive expertise in the field of immunodiagnostics to deliver a high level of innovation, DiaSorin offers today the broadest range of specialty tests available in the immunodiagnostics market and new tests in the molecular diagnostics markets, which identify DiaSorin Group as the IVD “diagnostics specialist.”
About LabRoots
LabRoots is the leading scientific social networking website and producer of educational virtual events and webinars. Contributing to the advancement of science through content sharing capabilities, LabRoots is a powerful advocate in amplifying global networks and communities. Founded in 2008, LabRoots emphasizes digital innovation in scientific collaboration and learning, and is a primary source for current scientific news, webinars, virtual conferences, and more. LabRoots has grown into the world’s largest series of virtual events within the Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics community. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
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Dana Hall School Reunion to Feature Jill Milan CEO on Entrepreneurship Panel
Jill Milan founder will appear on ‘Fashion, Design and Entrepreneurship’ panel
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 27, 2017
Jill Milan®, a provider of luxury fashion and accessories, announced that CEO Jill Fraser will speak on a panel at her alma mater, the Dana Hall School in Wellesley, Mass., as part of the She Sails 2017 program during the institution’s reunion weekend events. Fraser is featured on a panel entitled “Fashion, Design and Entrepreneurship” scheduled for Saturday, April 29.
“I am delighted to have been asked to appear at Dana Hall, and to have the opportunity to offer insight into the realities of bringing a company to life,” Fraser said. “In my own experience I’ve found it invaluable to hear from trusted sources who can communicate real-life experiences starting companies – it can go a long way to avoiding problems. I hope I can help some current Dana students and alumnae by sharing my experiences.”
Fraser, who holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Oxford University in England and is a member of Mensa, is no stranger to entrepreneurial ventures. Her family founded Worcester, Mass.-based Polar Beverages, which it continues to manage and where Fraser worked on the production line during summer vacations from school. She co-founded soft drink company Virgil’s Root Beer and developed the first-ever all-natural root beer, which won the "Outstanding Beverage" Award at the International Fancy Food and Confection Show three times.
She has also been active in animal welfare causes. A longtime vegan, Fraser served on the board of Citizens to End Animal Suffering and Exploitation (CEASE), a Boston-based non-profit group dedicated to ending animal cruelty and exploitation, with a particular focus on ending the use of fur in apparel. While in Hollywood she also served as a producer on “Free to a Good Home,” a feature film project conceived to provide insight into the plight of animals.
It was Fraser’s interest in animal causes that prompted her to found Jill Milan, which launched in 2011. “I couldn’t find luxury-quality handbags that were not made of leather or other animal-derived materials,” Fraser said. “I finally decided the best thing to do was start a company to fill that void in the market.” Jill Milan has subsequently expanded its product offerings to include other animal-friendly fashion and accessories, including winter coats, scarves and wallets. The company has contributed more than 10 percent of revenue to non-profit organizations working on behalf of animal welfare causes, as well as groups supporting women battling cancer.
The Jill Milan brand appears frequently on the red carpets of Hollywood, New York and Europe. Celebrities who carry Jill Milan include Academy Award winners Anne Hathaway and Jennifer Lawrence, who carried Jill Milan to multiple premieres for their films. Numerous other celebrities have carried Jill Milan for red-carpet appearances:· Amy Poehler carried the Art Deco Clutch when she was both nominee and presenter for the Emmy Awards.
· Singer Miranda Lambert carried Jill Milan to the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C. and to American Country Music Awards.
· Academy Award nominee Hailee Steinfeld carried the Disc Clutch to the MTV Video Music Awards and the Holland Park Clutch to Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party.
· Kerry Washington of television’s “Scandal” carried Jill Milan’s Holland Park clutch to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and has carried Jill Milan to a number of her film premieres.
· Katie Lowes, Ms. Washington’s “Scandal” co-star, carried Jill Milan clutches to the Golden Globes and the Emmy Awards.
· Singing duo Maddie & Tae have carried Jill Milan to New York Fashion Week and to the Country Music Association Awards where their debut video for “Girl in a Country Song” was recognized as Music Video of the Year.
· Actress Margot Bingham carried the Holland Park Clutch to the SAG Awards.
· Joanne Frogatt of “Downton Abbey” carried the 450 Sutter Clutch to the Golden Globes.
· Actress Ginnifer Goodwin carried the New Canaan Clutch to the People’s Choice Awards.
· Sarah Hyland of the ABC series “Modern Family” carried the Art Deco Clutch to the People’s Choice Awards and to a Golden Globes party.
· Laila Ali carried the Laurel Canyon Clutch to the Soul Train Music Awards.
· Actress Jena Malone carried the Art Deco Clutch to the premiere of her film “Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1.”
· Felicity Jones of “The Theory of Everything” carried the Laurel Canyon Clutch to the Hollywood Film Awards.
· Jane Fonda carried the Holland Park Clutch to the premiere of her film “This is Where I Leave You” at the Toronto International Film Festival.
· Actress Jessica Lucas carried Jill Milan to the screening of her television show “Gracepoint.”
· Actress Katharine McPhee carried the 450 Sutter Clutch to Entertainment Weekly’s pre-Emmys Party.
· Rashida Jones of the NBC series “Parks and Recreation” and Bryce Dallas Howard of the film “The Help” carried Jill Milan clutches to the Golden Globes.
· Actress Fiona Gubelmann of Netflix’s “One Day at a Time” revival and FX’s “Wilfred” carried Jill Milan as a presenter at The Genesis Awards and to numerous premieres.
· Jordana Brewster, star of “Dallas” and the “The Fast and the Furious” film franchise, has carried the New Canaan Clutch.
· Actress Hilary Duff carried the Holland Park Clutch to the iHeart Radio Awards.
· Nicole Anderson of ABC Family’s “Ravenswood” carried Jill Milan to a SAG Awards pre-party.
· Singer Carrie Underwood carried the Jill Milan Holland Park Clutch to the CMT Artists of the Year awards and attended the American Music Awards carrying the 450 Sutter Clutch.
· Actress Celina Jade carried the Nob Hill Bag to the premiere of “American Dreams” at the Toronto International Film Festival.
· Actress Stana Katic of television’s “Castle” carried Jill Milan to the “Game of Thrones” premiere and to the Film Independent Spirit Awards.
· Jaime King, who as a model appeared in such fashion magazines as Vogue and Mademoiselle, and as an actress appeared in films including “Pearl Harbor” and “Sin City,” carried the Octagon Clutch to the Critics’ Choice Awards.
· Countess Michelle Czernin von Chudenitz is seen frequently in red carpet appearances carrying Jill Milan evening clutches.
· Actress Kristanna Loken, whose films include “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines” and who has appeared on television’s “Burn Notice” and “The L Word,” carried Jill Milan to the FilmBall in Vienna, Austria.
Jill Milan handbags have drawn growing attention from influential fashion media. W Magazine has covered Jill Milan in multiple issues, recognizing the Octagon Clutch and Art Deco Clutch in its “Most Wanted” feature, and The Zoe Report recognized the Newbury Street Portfolio for its ability “to go from the office to cocktail hour.”
Other participants on the She Sails panel at Dana Hall include Sarah Flint, creative director of The Sarah Flint Collection; Caroline Shirley Woodward, photo stylist; and retail consultant Sally Marrer, who will serve as moderator. The panel is scheduled for two sessions, at 10:15 a.m. EDT and again at 11:30 a.m. EDT.
Founded in 1881, Dana Hall School in Wellesley, Mass., is an independent boarding and day school for girls in grades 5-12. With emphasis on sound academic education and the preparation of students for college and later life, the school seeks to balance exposure to new ideas and the challenge of analytic and creative thinking with concentration on the development of self-esteem, leadership and respect for others. Dana Hall seeks to offer its all-female student body a particularly advantageous environment for both education and self-development.
About Jill Milan
Jill Milan is a luxury provider of cruelty-free handbags, apparel and fashion accessories. Made of exquisite materials, Jill Milan handbags are crafted in Italy by artisans who have created handbags and accessories for some of Europe’s best known fashion houses. All Jill Milan products are free of animal-derived materials, and the company contributes to animal-welfare organizations. Jill Milan, founded by Jill Fraser and Milan Lazich, is the only luxury handbag line entirely free of animal-derived materials which regularly appears on Hollywood’s red carpets. Visit Jill Milan on the Web and follow Jill Milan on Facebook.
Jill Milan and the Jill Milan logo are registered trademarks of Jill Milan LLC, and are protected by trademark laws of the United States and other jurisdictions. Emmy is a trademark of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Academy Award is a registered trademark of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. All other product and organization names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 27, 2017
Jill Milan®, a provider of luxury fashion and accessories, announced that CEO Jill Fraser will speak on a panel at her alma mater, the Dana Hall School in Wellesley, Mass., as part of the She Sails 2017 program during the institution’s reunion weekend events. Fraser is featured on a panel entitled “Fashion, Design and Entrepreneurship” scheduled for Saturday, April 29.
“I am delighted to have been asked to appear at Dana Hall, and to have the opportunity to offer insight into the realities of bringing a company to life,” Fraser said. “In my own experience I’ve found it invaluable to hear from trusted sources who can communicate real-life experiences starting companies – it can go a long way to avoiding problems. I hope I can help some current Dana students and alumnae by sharing my experiences.”
Fraser, who holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Oxford University in England and is a member of Mensa, is no stranger to entrepreneurial ventures. Her family founded Worcester, Mass.-based Polar Beverages, which it continues to manage and where Fraser worked on the production line during summer vacations from school. She co-founded soft drink company Virgil’s Root Beer and developed the first-ever all-natural root beer, which won the "Outstanding Beverage" Award at the International Fancy Food and Confection Show three times.
She has also been active in animal welfare causes. A longtime vegan, Fraser served on the board of Citizens to End Animal Suffering and Exploitation (CEASE), a Boston-based non-profit group dedicated to ending animal cruelty and exploitation, with a particular focus on ending the use of fur in apparel. While in Hollywood she also served as a producer on “Free to a Good Home,” a feature film project conceived to provide insight into the plight of animals.
It was Fraser’s interest in animal causes that prompted her to found Jill Milan, which launched in 2011. “I couldn’t find luxury-quality handbags that were not made of leather or other animal-derived materials,” Fraser said. “I finally decided the best thing to do was start a company to fill that void in the market.” Jill Milan has subsequently expanded its product offerings to include other animal-friendly fashion and accessories, including winter coats, scarves and wallets. The company has contributed more than 10 percent of revenue to non-profit organizations working on behalf of animal welfare causes, as well as groups supporting women battling cancer.
The Jill Milan brand appears frequently on the red carpets of Hollywood, New York and Europe. Celebrities who carry Jill Milan include Academy Award winners Anne Hathaway and Jennifer Lawrence, who carried Jill Milan to multiple premieres for their films. Numerous other celebrities have carried Jill Milan for red-carpet appearances:· Amy Poehler carried the Art Deco Clutch when she was both nominee and presenter for the Emmy Awards.
· Singer Miranda Lambert carried Jill Milan to the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C. and to American Country Music Awards.
· Academy Award nominee Hailee Steinfeld carried the Disc Clutch to the MTV Video Music Awards and the Holland Park Clutch to Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party.
· Kerry Washington of television’s “Scandal” carried Jill Milan’s Holland Park clutch to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and has carried Jill Milan to a number of her film premieres.
· Katie Lowes, Ms. Washington’s “Scandal” co-star, carried Jill Milan clutches to the Golden Globes and the Emmy Awards.
· Singing duo Maddie & Tae have carried Jill Milan to New York Fashion Week and to the Country Music Association Awards where their debut video for “Girl in a Country Song” was recognized as Music Video of the Year.
· Actress Margot Bingham carried the Holland Park Clutch to the SAG Awards.
· Joanne Frogatt of “Downton Abbey” carried the 450 Sutter Clutch to the Golden Globes.
· Actress Ginnifer Goodwin carried the New Canaan Clutch to the People’s Choice Awards.
· Sarah Hyland of the ABC series “Modern Family” carried the Art Deco Clutch to the People’s Choice Awards and to a Golden Globes party.
· Laila Ali carried the Laurel Canyon Clutch to the Soul Train Music Awards.
· Actress Jena Malone carried the Art Deco Clutch to the premiere of her film “Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1.”
· Felicity Jones of “The Theory of Everything” carried the Laurel Canyon Clutch to the Hollywood Film Awards.
· Jane Fonda carried the Holland Park Clutch to the premiere of her film “This is Where I Leave You” at the Toronto International Film Festival.
· Actress Jessica Lucas carried Jill Milan to the screening of her television show “Gracepoint.”
· Actress Katharine McPhee carried the 450 Sutter Clutch to Entertainment Weekly’s pre-Emmys Party.
· Rashida Jones of the NBC series “Parks and Recreation” and Bryce Dallas Howard of the film “The Help” carried Jill Milan clutches to the Golden Globes.
· Actress Fiona Gubelmann of Netflix’s “One Day at a Time” revival and FX’s “Wilfred” carried Jill Milan as a presenter at The Genesis Awards and to numerous premieres.
· Jordana Brewster, star of “Dallas” and the “The Fast and the Furious” film franchise, has carried the New Canaan Clutch.
· Actress Hilary Duff carried the Holland Park Clutch to the iHeart Radio Awards.
· Nicole Anderson of ABC Family’s “Ravenswood” carried Jill Milan to a SAG Awards pre-party.
· Singer Carrie Underwood carried the Jill Milan Holland Park Clutch to the CMT Artists of the Year awards and attended the American Music Awards carrying the 450 Sutter Clutch.
· Actress Celina Jade carried the Nob Hill Bag to the premiere of “American Dreams” at the Toronto International Film Festival.
· Actress Stana Katic of television’s “Castle” carried Jill Milan to the “Game of Thrones” premiere and to the Film Independent Spirit Awards.
· Jaime King, who as a model appeared in such fashion magazines as Vogue and Mademoiselle, and as an actress appeared in films including “Pearl Harbor” and “Sin City,” carried the Octagon Clutch to the Critics’ Choice Awards.
· Countess Michelle Czernin von Chudenitz is seen frequently in red carpet appearances carrying Jill Milan evening clutches.
· Actress Kristanna Loken, whose films include “Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines” and who has appeared on television’s “Burn Notice” and “The L Word,” carried Jill Milan to the FilmBall in Vienna, Austria.
Jill Milan handbags have drawn growing attention from influential fashion media. W Magazine has covered Jill Milan in multiple issues, recognizing the Octagon Clutch and Art Deco Clutch in its “Most Wanted” feature, and The Zoe Report recognized the Newbury Street Portfolio for its ability “to go from the office to cocktail hour.”
Other participants on the She Sails panel at Dana Hall include Sarah Flint, creative director of The Sarah Flint Collection; Caroline Shirley Woodward, photo stylist; and retail consultant Sally Marrer, who will serve as moderator. The panel is scheduled for two sessions, at 10:15 a.m. EDT and again at 11:30 a.m. EDT.
Founded in 1881, Dana Hall School in Wellesley, Mass., is an independent boarding and day school for girls in grades 5-12. With emphasis on sound academic education and the preparation of students for college and later life, the school seeks to balance exposure to new ideas and the challenge of analytic and creative thinking with concentration on the development of self-esteem, leadership and respect for others. Dana Hall seeks to offer its all-female student body a particularly advantageous environment for both education and self-development.
About Jill Milan
Jill Milan is a luxury provider of cruelty-free handbags, apparel and fashion accessories. Made of exquisite materials, Jill Milan handbags are crafted in Italy by artisans who have created handbags and accessories for some of Europe’s best known fashion houses. All Jill Milan products are free of animal-derived materials, and the company contributes to animal-welfare organizations. Jill Milan, founded by Jill Fraser and Milan Lazich, is the only luxury handbag line entirely free of animal-derived materials which regularly appears on Hollywood’s red carpets. Visit Jill Milan on the Web and follow Jill Milan on Facebook.
Jill Milan and the Jill Milan logo are registered trademarks of Jill Milan LLC, and are protected by trademark laws of the United States and other jurisdictions. Emmy is a trademark of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Academy Award is a registered trademark of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. All other product and organization names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
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Corona® Partners with Josh Duhamel to Transform Times Square Ball into a Lime for Brand's Biggest and Most Unique Cinco de Mayo Celebration To-Date
Beer marks its 20 ^th anniversary as nation's #1 import, rings in Cinco with complete 360 marketing campaign
*New York, April 27, 2017* - This year, Corona Extra, the #1 Mexican beer that's long been synonymous with Cinco de Mayo celebrations, is stepping up celebrations nationwide with out-of-the-box executions and the brand's biggest-ever investment for the occasion. This year, the brand will continue its "Lime Drop" campaign with a complete 360 ^o marketing plan including national TV and digital advertising, social media, PR and retail programming.
"When you think Cinco, you think Corona," says John Alvarado, VP of marketing for Corona. "And everyone knows that when you pop off the cap and drop in a lime, the fiesta begins. So we're celebrating that 'lime drop' ritual again this year, in a fresh and unexpected way, for Cinco de Mayo. We love creating unique moments to celebrate with friends and family, and there's no better way to do that this Cinco than with an ice-cold Corona and a fresh wedge of lime."
To bring Corona's campaign to life, the brand has partnered with Transformers actor Josh Duhamel for a kick-off party in New York City, where he will help ring in Cinco de Mayo with a larger-than-life "Lime Drop." For the first time ever outside of New Year's Eve, the city's iconic Times Square Ball will be lit up to resemble a lime wedge and dropped for the celebration.
"I can't think of a better way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than with a Corona. Generally, I'm a drop the lime in, turn the bottle upside down kind of guy, but this Lime Drop steps my game way up!" said Josh Duhamel. "I'm excited to help everyone ring in this year's Cinco."
2017 marks the Corona Extra brand's 20 ^th year as the nation's #1 imported beer. This year the brand is starting its Cinco celebrations in New York City, one of the top beer markets in U.S., where Corona Extra is the #1 beer overall.
As a part of the marketing efforts, Corona has also developed a second year of its social media #LimeDrop campaign, including a Snapchat lens, which will be released to a twenty-one (21) plus audience nationwide on Cinco de Mayo. In 2016, Corona was the #1 alcohol brand on Facebook and Instagram for the month of May and topped the list of brands detected in #CincodeMayo photos on Instagram with more than six times as many tags as the next closest brand.
Corona is also running a Cinco de Mayo-themed TV spot nationwide in the weeks leading up to May 5 - its biggest Cinco TV investment to-date - to remind everyone to get ready for the fiesta.
Constellation Brands , the exclusive brewer, importer and marketer of Corona for the U.S. market, will also ring the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange on May 5. In 2016, the company was the #1 growth contributor at retail and the #1 growth contributor in the U.S. beer industry, thanks in large part to record-breaking sales of Corona Extra.
For more information on Corona Extra, please visit CoronExtraUSA.com , or follow the brand on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . To join the Cinco de Mayo fiesta, share your #LimeDrop moment on Instagram or Twitter.
*About Corona Extra*
Corona Extra is a pilsner-style lager with a golden hue that has been brewed in Mexico since 1925. The refreshing flavor and carefree attitude of Corona have made it the #1 imported beer in the U.S. and the #5 beer brand overall. Corona has been helping consumers "Find their Beach" in the U.S. since 1981.
The brand posted a recording-breaking year in 2016.
Corona Extra is exclusively brewed, imported and marketed by Constellation Brands for the U.S. market.
*
About Constellation Brands *
Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B), a Fortune 500 * ^®* company, is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, New Zealand and Italy. Constellation is the No. 3 beer company in the U.S. with high-end, iconic imported brands such as Corona Extra, Corona Light, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra and Pacifico. The company's beer portfolio also includes Ballast Point, one of the most awarded craft brewers in the U.S. In addition, Constellation is the world's leader in premium wine, selling great brands that people love, including Robert Mondavi, Clos du Bois, Kim Crawford, Meiomi, Mark West, Franciscan Estate, Ruffino and The Prisoner. The company's premium spirits brands include SVEDKA Vodka, Casa Noble Tequila and High West Whiskey.
Based in Victor, N.Y., the company believes that industry leadership involves a commitment to brand building, our trade partners, the environment, our investors and to consumers around the world who choose our products when celebrating big moments or enjoying quiet ones. Founded in 1945, Constellation has grown to become a significant player in the beverage alcohol industry with more than 100 brands in its portfolio, about 40 facilities and approximately 8,000 talented employees. We express our company vision: to elevate life with every glass raised. To learn more, visit www.cbrands.com.
* MEDIA CONTACTS * *:*
Jennifer Dohm, Constellation Brands
Jennifer.Dohm@cbrands.com
Sarah Messenger, MULTIPLY
Constellation@wearemultip.ly
202.292.4563
Lime Drop
Corona De Mayo Logo
--------------------This announcement is distributed by NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions on behalf of NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: Constellation Brands Inc via GlobeNewswire
HUG#2099702 Reported by GlobeNewswire 4 hours ago.
*New York, April 27, 2017* - This year, Corona Extra, the #1 Mexican beer that's long been synonymous with Cinco de Mayo celebrations, is stepping up celebrations nationwide with out-of-the-box executions and the brand's biggest-ever investment for the occasion. This year, the brand will continue its "Lime Drop" campaign with a complete 360 ^o marketing plan including national TV and digital advertising, social media, PR and retail programming.
"When you think Cinco, you think Corona," says John Alvarado, VP of marketing for Corona. "And everyone knows that when you pop off the cap and drop in a lime, the fiesta begins. So we're celebrating that 'lime drop' ritual again this year, in a fresh and unexpected way, for Cinco de Mayo. We love creating unique moments to celebrate with friends and family, and there's no better way to do that this Cinco than with an ice-cold Corona and a fresh wedge of lime."
To bring Corona's campaign to life, the brand has partnered with Transformers actor Josh Duhamel for a kick-off party in New York City, where he will help ring in Cinco de Mayo with a larger-than-life "Lime Drop." For the first time ever outside of New Year's Eve, the city's iconic Times Square Ball will be lit up to resemble a lime wedge and dropped for the celebration.
"I can't think of a better way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than with a Corona. Generally, I'm a drop the lime in, turn the bottle upside down kind of guy, but this Lime Drop steps my game way up!" said Josh Duhamel. "I'm excited to help everyone ring in this year's Cinco."
2017 marks the Corona Extra brand's 20 ^th year as the nation's #1 imported beer. This year the brand is starting its Cinco celebrations in New York City, one of the top beer markets in U.S., where Corona Extra is the #1 beer overall.
As a part of the marketing efforts, Corona has also developed a second year of its social media #LimeDrop campaign, including a Snapchat lens, which will be released to a twenty-one (21) plus audience nationwide on Cinco de Mayo. In 2016, Corona was the #1 alcohol brand on Facebook and Instagram for the month of May and topped the list of brands detected in #CincodeMayo photos on Instagram with more than six times as many tags as the next closest brand.
Corona is also running a Cinco de Mayo-themed TV spot nationwide in the weeks leading up to May 5 - its biggest Cinco TV investment to-date - to remind everyone to get ready for the fiesta.
Constellation Brands , the exclusive brewer, importer and marketer of Corona for the U.S. market, will also ring the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange on May 5. In 2016, the company was the #1 growth contributor at retail and the #1 growth contributor in the U.S. beer industry, thanks in large part to record-breaking sales of Corona Extra.
For more information on Corona Extra, please visit CoronExtraUSA.com , or follow the brand on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook . To join the Cinco de Mayo fiesta, share your #LimeDrop moment on Instagram or Twitter.
*About Corona Extra*
Corona Extra is a pilsner-style lager with a golden hue that has been brewed in Mexico since 1925. The refreshing flavor and carefree attitude of Corona have made it the #1 imported beer in the U.S. and the #5 beer brand overall. Corona has been helping consumers "Find their Beach" in the U.S. since 1981.
The brand posted a recording-breaking year in 2016.
Corona Extra is exclusively brewed, imported and marketed by Constellation Brands for the U.S. market.
*
About Constellation Brands *
Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B), a Fortune 500 * ^®* company, is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, New Zealand and Italy. Constellation is the No. 3 beer company in the U.S. with high-end, iconic imported brands such as Corona Extra, Corona Light, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra and Pacifico. The company's beer portfolio also includes Ballast Point, one of the most awarded craft brewers in the U.S. In addition, Constellation is the world's leader in premium wine, selling great brands that people love, including Robert Mondavi, Clos du Bois, Kim Crawford, Meiomi, Mark West, Franciscan Estate, Ruffino and The Prisoner. The company's premium spirits brands include SVEDKA Vodka, Casa Noble Tequila and High West Whiskey.
Based in Victor, N.Y., the company believes that industry leadership involves a commitment to brand building, our trade partners, the environment, our investors and to consumers around the world who choose our products when celebrating big moments or enjoying quiet ones. Founded in 1945, Constellation has grown to become a significant player in the beverage alcohol industry with more than 100 brands in its portfolio, about 40 facilities and approximately 8,000 talented employees. We express our company vision: to elevate life with every glass raised. To learn more, visit www.cbrands.com.
* MEDIA CONTACTS * *:*
Jennifer Dohm, Constellation Brands
Jennifer.Dohm@cbrands.com
Sarah Messenger, MULTIPLY
Constellation@wearemultip.ly
202.292.4563
Lime Drop
Corona De Mayo Logo
--------------------This announcement is distributed by NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions on behalf of NASDAQ OMX Corporate Solutions clients.
The issuer of this announcement warrants that they are solely responsible for the content, accuracy and originality of the information contained therein.
Source: Constellation Brands Inc via GlobeNewswire
HUG#2099702 Reported by GlobeNewswire 4 hours ago.
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Roma stalwart De Rossi reflects on 'wrong' career choices
Missing the chance to play in the Premier League or in a Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid is a regret for the Italy international
Reported by Goal.com 4 hours ago.
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Italian Wineries Commit to the Fight Against Cancer as Vinitaly International Wine Bar Returns to New York City for Taste of Hope
Vinitaly International is getting ready to celebrate with the American Cancer Society an eighth year collaboration which has seen top Italian wineries contribute to the fight against cancer through the donation of an impressive number of labels on the occasion of the annual Taste of Hope fundraising event at New York. Tickets are on sale now for the 12th edition of Taste of Hope to be held at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York city on Tuesday, the 9th of May.
(PRWEB) April 27, 2017
Vinitaly International is getting ready to celebrate with the American Cancer Society an eighth year collaboration which has seen top Italian wineries contribute to the fight against cancer through the donation of an impressive number of labels on the occasion of the annual Taste of Hope fundraising event at New York. Tickets are on sale now for the 12th edition of Taste of Hope to be held at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York city on Tuesday, the 9th of May.
Donating for a charitable cause is becoming increasingly popular in the wine sector. Whether it is a raffle, a dinner, or an auction, there is a definite trend for wineries to make donations often based on very personal reasons or beliefs. Donating wine for a good cause, especially when health related, can also serve to emphasize the importance of drinking responsibly as well as living a healthy life. Wine is known as a source of polyphenols which are abundant in antioxidants that help prevent an array of health problems. Charitable marketing is therefore a great way for wineries to gain exposure for their business and get a large number of influential people to taste their wine.
“It is an honor for us to support Taste of Hope because we want to play our part in contributing to help an important battle against cancer, which still affects so many people”, says Maria Sabrina Tedeschi from Tedeschi wines.
Daniela Mastroberardino from Terredora Di Paolo also agrees. “It is an honor to be able to contribute to support research against cancer with our wines. We hope to offer the participants an opportunity to think about the healthy Italian lifestyle by discovering unique grapes like our Fiano that has always stayed with us as part of the ancient Roman heritage.”
Now in its 12th year, Taste of Hope is one of New York’s most popular fund raising events and will be attracting, as in previous years, around 800-1,000 affluent epicureans and philanthropists from the New York metropolitan area. Lawyers, teachers, young professionals, and a number of celebrities will be able to enjoy an exclusive evening and taste signature dishes while sipping quality Italian wines thanks to the precious contribution of some of the most famous New York restaurants as well as the most important representatives of the wine and spirits industry. The event has raised over $1.9 million to support the American Cancer Society’s mission and goal of eliminating cancer as a major health problem.
“Vinitaly has shown a strong commitment to our mission and we are thankful for their continued partnership,” says American Cancer Society Executive Vice President Kris Kim. “We are grateful to all the producers of the Italian wine community who generously support Taste of Hope.”
Vinitaly International will supply an extensive selection of wines from Italian producers for the Wine Bar so that people can taste fine wines from all over Italy. Terredora Di Paolo, Tedeschi, Sartori, Banfi, Allegrini with their newest label from Tuscan estate of Poggio San Polo, just to name a few. “It is important for us to support such a cause at this very delicate time in history when human values are faltering”, says Stevie Kim, Managing Director of Vinitaly International.
The Host Committee, Drew Nieporent, Owner of Myriad Restaurant Group and Culinary Honoree, David Burke, Award-Winning Celebrity Chef to name just two, will be joined this year by special guests Culinary Honoree, Chef Aarón Sánchez, and Survivor Honoree, Miri Torres.
The event offers Premium Admission for $275 per ticket and General Admission for $200 per ticket. Guests also have an option to purchase a VIP table of ten people for $3,000 or a VIP table of five for $1,500.
Tickets are on sale now at http://www.tasteofhopenyc.org. For more information please contact usa@vinitalytour.com, and follow us on Twitter @VinitayTour. The American Cancer Society is also on Twitter, @ACSTasteofHope.
About:
Veronafiere is the leading organizer of trade shows in Italy including Vinitaly (http://www.vinitaly.com), the largest wine and spirits fair in the world. During its 51th edition Vinitaly counted more than 4,270 exhibitors on a 100,000+ square meter area and 128,000 visitors from 142 different countries with more than 30,000 top international buyers (up by 8%). The next edition of the fair will take place on 15 - 18 April 2018. The premier event to Vinitaly, OperaWine (http://www.operawine.it) “Finest Italian Wines: 100 Great Producers,” will unite international wine professionals on April 14th in the heart of Verona, offering them the unique opportunity to discover and taste the wines of the 100 Best Italian Producers, as selected by Wine Spectator. Since 1998 Vinitaly International travels to several countries such as Russia, China, USA and Hong Kong thanks to its strategic arm abroad, Vinitaly International. In February 2014 Vinitaly International launched an educational project, the Vinitaly International Academy (VIA) with the aim of divulging and broadcasting the excellence and diversity of Italian wine around the globe. VIA this year launched the third edition of its Certification Course and today counts 79 Italian Wine Ambassadors and 7 Italian Wine Experts.
About American Cancer Society:
For over 100 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has worked relentlessly to save lives and create a world with less cancer. Together with millions of their supporters worldwide, ACS help people stay well and get well, find cures, and fight back against cancer. The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has regional and local offices throughout the country that support 11 geographical Divisions to ensure they have a presence in every community. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
(PRWEB) April 27, 2017
Vinitaly International is getting ready to celebrate with the American Cancer Society an eighth year collaboration which has seen top Italian wineries contribute to the fight against cancer through the donation of an impressive number of labels on the occasion of the annual Taste of Hope fundraising event at New York. Tickets are on sale now for the 12th edition of Taste of Hope to be held at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York city on Tuesday, the 9th of May.
Donating for a charitable cause is becoming increasingly popular in the wine sector. Whether it is a raffle, a dinner, or an auction, there is a definite trend for wineries to make donations often based on very personal reasons or beliefs. Donating wine for a good cause, especially when health related, can also serve to emphasize the importance of drinking responsibly as well as living a healthy life. Wine is known as a source of polyphenols which are abundant in antioxidants that help prevent an array of health problems. Charitable marketing is therefore a great way for wineries to gain exposure for their business and get a large number of influential people to taste their wine.
“It is an honor for us to support Taste of Hope because we want to play our part in contributing to help an important battle against cancer, which still affects so many people”, says Maria Sabrina Tedeschi from Tedeschi wines.
Daniela Mastroberardino from Terredora Di Paolo also agrees. “It is an honor to be able to contribute to support research against cancer with our wines. We hope to offer the participants an opportunity to think about the healthy Italian lifestyle by discovering unique grapes like our Fiano that has always stayed with us as part of the ancient Roman heritage.”
Now in its 12th year, Taste of Hope is one of New York’s most popular fund raising events and will be attracting, as in previous years, around 800-1,000 affluent epicureans and philanthropists from the New York metropolitan area. Lawyers, teachers, young professionals, and a number of celebrities will be able to enjoy an exclusive evening and taste signature dishes while sipping quality Italian wines thanks to the precious contribution of some of the most famous New York restaurants as well as the most important representatives of the wine and spirits industry. The event has raised over $1.9 million to support the American Cancer Society’s mission and goal of eliminating cancer as a major health problem.
“Vinitaly has shown a strong commitment to our mission and we are thankful for their continued partnership,” says American Cancer Society Executive Vice President Kris Kim. “We are grateful to all the producers of the Italian wine community who generously support Taste of Hope.”
Vinitaly International will supply an extensive selection of wines from Italian producers for the Wine Bar so that people can taste fine wines from all over Italy. Terredora Di Paolo, Tedeschi, Sartori, Banfi, Allegrini with their newest label from Tuscan estate of Poggio San Polo, just to name a few. “It is important for us to support such a cause at this very delicate time in history when human values are faltering”, says Stevie Kim, Managing Director of Vinitaly International.
The Host Committee, Drew Nieporent, Owner of Myriad Restaurant Group and Culinary Honoree, David Burke, Award-Winning Celebrity Chef to name just two, will be joined this year by special guests Culinary Honoree, Chef Aarón Sánchez, and Survivor Honoree, Miri Torres.
The event offers Premium Admission for $275 per ticket and General Admission for $200 per ticket. Guests also have an option to purchase a VIP table of ten people for $3,000 or a VIP table of five for $1,500.
Tickets are on sale now at http://www.tasteofhopenyc.org. For more information please contact usa@vinitalytour.com, and follow us on Twitter @VinitayTour. The American Cancer Society is also on Twitter, @ACSTasteofHope.
About:
Veronafiere is the leading organizer of trade shows in Italy including Vinitaly (http://www.vinitaly.com), the largest wine and spirits fair in the world. During its 51th edition Vinitaly counted more than 4,270 exhibitors on a 100,000+ square meter area and 128,000 visitors from 142 different countries with more than 30,000 top international buyers (up by 8%). The next edition of the fair will take place on 15 - 18 April 2018. The premier event to Vinitaly, OperaWine (http://www.operawine.it) “Finest Italian Wines: 100 Great Producers,” will unite international wine professionals on April 14th in the heart of Verona, offering them the unique opportunity to discover and taste the wines of the 100 Best Italian Producers, as selected by Wine Spectator. Since 1998 Vinitaly International travels to several countries such as Russia, China, USA and Hong Kong thanks to its strategic arm abroad, Vinitaly International. In February 2014 Vinitaly International launched an educational project, the Vinitaly International Academy (VIA) with the aim of divulging and broadcasting the excellence and diversity of Italian wine around the globe. VIA this year launched the third edition of its Certification Course and today counts 79 Italian Wine Ambassadors and 7 Italian Wine Experts.
About American Cancer Society:
For over 100 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has worked relentlessly to save lives and create a world with less cancer. Together with millions of their supporters worldwide, ACS help people stay well and get well, find cures, and fight back against cancer. The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has regional and local offices throughout the country that support 11 geographical Divisions to ensure they have a presence in every community. Reported by PRWeb 4 hours ago.
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Upper Crust is the 2017 World Champion for its Gluten-Free Pizza
CLEVELAND--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#ancientgrains--Upper Crust, the Ohio-based pizzeria, was deemed 2017 World Champion, Best Gluten-Free Pizza for its “Big Italy” recipe, made with Smart Flour™’s proprietary ancient-grain dough.
Reported by Business Wire 4 hours ago.
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Frozen brains will be transplanted into donor bodies
Professor Sergio Canavero, Director of the Turin Advanced Neuromodulation Group in Italy, said that he will be able to reawaken the first frozen head in three years.
Reported by MailOnline 3 hours ago.
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Italian minister says painting NGOs as migrant traffickers is a lie
ROME (Reuters) - Italy's justice minister said on Thursday it was "a lie" to paint humanitarian ships saving migrants in the Mediterranean as criminals, responding to a Sicilian prosecutor who has repeatedly suggested some are colluding with Libyan smugglers.
Reported by Reuters India 3 hours ago.
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