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Princess Cruises to Sail Largest-Ever Europe Cruise and Cruisetour Season in 2026

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Princess Cruises is going big in Europe for 2026. The "Love Boat" line today announced that its 2026 European cruise and cruisetour season will be its biggest ever, with five Princess cruise ships sailing the region, including the sensational new Sun Princess. Set to sail on a record-breaking 222 cruises, guests will have unparalleled opportunities to explore the beauty and diversity of Europe.

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  • The "Love Boat" line today announced that its 2026 European cruise and cruisetour season will be its biggest ever, with five Princess cruise ships sailing the region, including the sensational new Sun Princess.
  • Set to sail on a record-breaking 222 cruises, guests will have unparalleled opportunities to explore the beauty and diversity of Europe.
  • Highlights of the upcoming season include an opportunity to experience the 2026 total solar eclipse; sail on the newest Princess ship – Sun Princess; the return of roundtrip cruises from Copenhagen and new itineraries from Rome.
  • Princess Cruises returns to Copenhagen after six years with the 2,670-guest Sapphire Princess, providing 12-night Northern Europe itineraries.

EQS-News: Zalando Boosts Quality Assortment, Grows Lifestyle Offering, Elevates Inspiration and Wins More B2B Partners to Deliver GMV Growth and Rising Profitability in Q1

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Friday, May 10, 2024

Gross merchandise volume (GMV) rose 1.3% to 3.3 billion euros in the first quarter compared with a year ago.

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  • Gross merchandise volume (GMV) rose 1.3% to 3.3 billion euros in the first quarter compared with a year ago.
  • The substantial improvement in profitability was driven by lower fulfilment costs and successful inventory management, leading to an improved gross margin.
  • “As we are executing our ecosystem strategy, we are excited by the positive response from customers and partners in the first quarter.
  • In the quarter, Zalando saw the strongest growth from its Beauty, Sports, Kids & Family as well as ‘Lounge by Zalando’ propositions.

APRIL VOLUMES: FREIGHT GROWTH ACROSS MOST OF NETWORK

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024

In general, this decreases passenger volumes and increases freight volumes for the month compared to 2023.

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  • In general, this decreases passenger volumes and increases freight volumes for the month compared to 2023.
  • Ferry – freight: Total volumes in April 2024 were 13.9% above 2023 and up 10.1% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes in 2024 and closure of the Calais-Tilbury route in 2023.
  • For the last twelve months 2024-23, the total transported freight lane metres decreased 0.9% to 39.7m from 40.1m in 2023-22.
  • The increase was 10.0% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes.

Avolta wins new store at Copenhagen Airport, introducing exciting local pizza and craft beer concept

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Friday, May 3, 2024

Neighbourhood serves a modern interpretation of the classic Italian pizza – made with sourdough, it’s lighter and crispier. Taking flavor inspiration from around the world, the toppings are a seasonal unique combination of greens, vegetables, cheeses, seafood, meats and more, promising a fresh twist on a classic pizza. Travelers can choose from 15 beers on draft from To Øl, alongside the classic cocktails Neighbourhood’s become known for downtown. Brewed in Denmark, To Øl is loved by locals and visitors alike, for its wide variety of contemporary beers, ranging from fresh and floral to hoppy, from light, to dark and strong. There is a beer to suit all tastes and pallets. 
Walter Seib, CEO Northern, Central and Eastern Europe, Avolta said: “It is a privilege to play a part in Copenhagen Airport’s F&B development and to support its vision to introduce local heroes to the airport. We work with brands all over the world, from global household names through to our own bespoke concepts. What gets us really excited is translating local brands into high traffic heroes, to deliver a strong sense of place to our guests as they travel abroad or return home. Neighbourhood, Pizza and Craft Beer differentiates itself from typical pizza concepts with a high-quality offering in a casual and intimate atmosphere with views over the terminal.”
“Neighbourhood is a slice of Copenhagen and a beloved spot in the city. This is exactly the vibe and experience we want to share with the travelers in Copenhagen Airport. The combination of creative and flavorful pizzas, an impressive selection of drinks and great atmosphere has universal appeal," said Casper Frimann, Food & Beverage Business Partner, Copenhagen Airport.
Martin Beck Duedahl, Founder, Neighbourhood, Pizza & Craft Beer said: “Neighbourhood is all about Nordic cosiness, mixed with a different take on pizzas and paired with awesome drinks. We offer adventurers, travelers, colleagues, and good folk arriving home a cosy spot to enjoy a definitely NOT Italian pizza with a Nordic twist and a local Danish brew. Raised above the hustle of the main airport, we are here to send you off refreshed or welcome you back home safe."
This is Avolta’s fifth dining outlet at Copenhagen Airport, adding to a diverse portfolio including Burger King and Copenhagen Coffee Lab in Terminal 2, plus Pier B and SMAG in Terminal 3.
-----About Copenhagen Airport 
Copenhagen Airport in Kastrup (CPH) on the island of Amager was founded in 1925 and is among the oldest airports in Europe. From here, Danes and southern Swedes can fly directly to more than 160 destinations. The airport is also a traffic hub, which means that passengers fly from Scandinavia and Northern Europe via CPH and onwards to the rest of the world. The airport is one of the country's largest workplaces and houses more than 700 companies with 16,500 employees. The company Copenhagen Airports A/S has 2,400 employees.

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  • Avolta wins new store at Copenhagen Airport, introducing exciting local pizza and craft beer concept
    Leading global travel experience player Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL), is reinforcing its presence at Copenhagen Airport with a six-year contract for a new store.
  • In line with its commitment to create authentic sense of place for travelers, Avolta recently opened much-loved local pizza concept, Neighbourhood, inviting passengers to taste its crispy sourdough pizzas, and a selection of craft beers from local hero, To Øl.
  • Neighbourhood serves a modern interpretation of the classic Italian pizza – made with sourdough, it’s lighter and crispier.
  • Martin Beck Duedahl, Founder, Neighbourhood, Pizza & Craft Beer said: “Neighbourhood is all about Nordic cosiness, mixed with a different take on pizzas and paired with awesome drinks.

SNIPR Biome receives funding from CARB-X to support advancement of CRISPR-medicine SNIPR001 into clinical trials in haematological cancer patients

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Monday, April 22, 2024

Fluoroquinolone is recommended in the US for prophylaxis of bacterial infections and febrile neutropenia in hematological cancer patients at high risk of neutropenia.

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  • Fluoroquinolone is recommended in the US for prophylaxis of bacterial infections and febrile neutropenia in hematological cancer patients at high risk of neutropenia.
  • Despite the significant advances in hematologic cancer therapy over the past decade, infectious complications, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) continue to pose significant threats to patients and clinical outcomes1.
  • Currently, there are no approved therapies for the prevention of bloodstream infections (BSIs) in hematological cancer patients.
  • SNIPR Biome is developing SNIPR001 to address this urgent unmet need to combat infections in hematological cancer patients.

SNIPR Biome receives funding from CARB-X to support advancement of CRISPR-medicine SNIPR001 into clinical trials in haematological cancer patients

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Monday, April 22, 2024

Fluoroquinolone is recommended in the US for prophylaxis of bacterial infections and febrile neutropenia in hematological cancer patients at high risk of neutropenia.

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  • Fluoroquinolone is recommended in the US for prophylaxis of bacterial infections and febrile neutropenia in hematological cancer patients at high risk of neutropenia.
  • Despite the significant advances in hematologic cancer therapy over the past decade, infectious complications, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) continue to pose significant threats to patients and clinical outcomes1.
  • Currently, there are no approved therapies for the prevention of bloodstream infections (BSIs) in hematological cancer patients.
  • SNIPR Biome is developing SNIPR001 to address this urgent unmet need to combat infections in hematological cancer patients.

MARCH VOLUMES: PASSENGERS BOOSTED BY EASTER

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Friday, April 12, 2024

North Sea volumes were below 2023 driven by lower UK volumes following a reduced number of sailings due to weather conditions and the Easter timing difference versus 2023.

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  • North Sea volumes were below 2023 driven by lower UK volumes following a reduced number of sailings due to weather conditions and the Easter timing difference versus 2023.
  • Channel volumes were below 2023 as Dover Strait volumes were reduced by the Easter timing difference versus 2023.
  • Ferry – passenger: The number of passengers in March 2024 were 83.1% above 2023 and up 38.4% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes.
  • For the last twelve months 2024-23, the total number of passengers increased 21.6% to 5.0m compared to 4.1m for 2023-22.

Colossal Announces Expansion of Ancient DNA Academic Research Projects with $7.5M in New Investments, and Issues Call to Researchers

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Monday, April 15, 2024

This involves implementing over $7.5M in newly committed funding to Colossal academic partners in 2024, onboarding more ancient DNA researchers, growing a larger network of ancient DNA university partners, and deploying a technology HUB for ancient DNA research.

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  • This involves implementing over $7.5M in newly committed funding to Colossal academic partners in 2024, onboarding more ancient DNA researchers, growing a larger network of ancient DNA university partners, and deploying a technology HUB for ancient DNA research.
  • We believe that to support a biodiverse future, we must facilitate ancient DNA research across the world.
  • Colossal will also continue to establish new partnerships with research teams around the world that are doing groundbreaking ancient DNA science.
  • If you are an ancient DNA researcher interested in joining Colossal’s upcoming ancient DNA technology HUB, please reach out [email protected] .

STALICLA Appoints Dr. Thomas Blaettler, MD

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

STALICLA SA, a Swiss clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on advancing precision medicine for brain diseases, announced today the appointment of Thomas Blaettler, to the position of Chief Medical Officer.

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  • STALICLA SA, a Swiss clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on advancing precision medicine for brain diseases, announced today the appointment of Thomas Blaettler, to the position of Chief Medical Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240411118139/en/
    Thomas Blaettler, MD, joins STALICLA as Chief Medical Officer.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Dr. Thomas Blaettler brings a wealth of pharmaceutical development experience and deep insights to help progress STALICLA’s ambitions in CNS conditions.
  • Thomas has profound regulatory experience across the globe (EMA, FDA, PMDA, CFDA) from pre-IND interaction to submissions of NDAs and MAAs.

Mercado Bitcoin Lists eUSD & eGBP Digital Cash stablecoins by ARYZE

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Digital Cash stablecoins are full-reserve, asset backed in short-term government bonds, and are issued by ARYZE BVI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aryze ApS Denmark.

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  • Digital Cash stablecoins are full-reserve, asset backed in short-term government bonds, and are issued by ARYZE BVI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aryze ApS Denmark.
  • Digital Cash stablecoins operate on various blockchain networks, and at MB can be found on the Polygon blockchain.
  • Jack Nikogosian, ARYZE CEO, commented: "We are thrilled to broaden our Digital Cash stablecoins' footprint with Mercardo Bitcoin.
  • Digital Cash is unique amongst stablecoins as cross currency conversion is embedded into the fabric of every coin bringing previously unseen fungibility between major currency pairs and making Aryze Digital Cash globally relevant.