Dominican Republic

IT'S OFFICIAL: CELEBRITY CRUISES TAKES DELIVERY OF HIGHLY ANTICIPATED CELEBRITY ASCENT

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

MIAMI, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrity Ascent has officially joined Celebrity Cruises' fleet of award-winning ships redefining premium travel, as company officials took delivery of its newest ship at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France. The fourth ship in the line's innovative Edge Series, Celebrity Ascent continues to shatter preconceived notions of cruising with its forward-thinking design by the world's leading architects and interior designers; culinary excellence from Michelin starred chefs; wellness woven throughout the experience; expansive onboard entertainment and more. Celebrity Ascent will make her official debut in Fort Lauderdale on December 3, with a 7-night Eastern Caribbean sailing visiting such popular destinations as St. Maarten, St. Thomas, and the Dominican Republic.

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Welcoming the ship to the Celebrity Cruises family were Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty, Celebrity Cruises President Laura Hodges Bethge, and Laurent Castaing, General Manager, Chantiers de l'Atlantique.
Celebrity Ascent embodies the strong bond between the Chantiers de l'Atlantique, Royal Caribbean Group and Celebrity Cruises teams," said Chantiers de l'Atlantique General Director Laurent Castaing."
Celebrity Ascent joins a class of ships without comparison and is a sister ship to Celebrity Beyond which debuted to great acclaim last year.
For more information on Celebrity Cruises, or to book a Celebrity cruise, visit www.celebrity.com , call 1-800-CELEBRITY, or contact a trusted travel advisor.

Intermex Reports Third Quarter Results

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

MIAMI, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- International Money Express, Inc. (NASDAQ: IMXI) (“Intermex” or the “Company”), one of the nation’s leading omnichannel money transfer services to Latin America, today reported strong operating results for the third quarter of 2023.

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MIAMI, Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- International Money Express, Inc. (NASDAQ: IMXI) (“Intermex” or the “Company”), one of the nation’s leading omnichannel money transfer services to Latin America, today reported strong operating results for the third quarter of 2023.
Bob Lisy, Chairman, President, and CEO of Intermex, stated, “We are proud to beat market consensus for Revenue and deliver another strong quarter of growth.
Net income and diluted EPS are highly impacted by a $2.9 million tax benefit in the third quarter of 2022 that did not recur in the third quarter of 2023.
Adjusted diluted earnings per share totaled $1.39, an increase of 3.0%, attributable to the same items noted above for the quarterly results.

100+ Grocery Brands Commit to Tackling the Plastic Pollution Crisis with rePurpose Global

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Monday, November 6, 2023

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These brands will work with rePurpose Global to measure their plastic footprint, reduce plastic intensity, as well as support global action preventing plastic waste from flowing into natural ecosystems.

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These brands will work with rePurpose Global to measure their plastic footprint, reduce plastic intensity, as well as support global action preventing plastic waste from flowing into natural ecosystems.
Plastic pollution, apart from contributing to climate change, threatens food safety, coastal lands, and human health, but achieving an 80% reduction in global plastic pollution by 2040 is possible.
The brands working with rePurpose Global actively implement solutions to reduce their plastic intensity as well as finance the recovery and removal of plastic waste in vulnerable coastal regions worldwide.
We hope that by putting a spotlight on plastic reduction and plastic alternatives that have the potential to turn the tide on plastic pollution, we reach zero plastic pollution even sooner.”

The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Announces Estimated Subscription Price for Rights Offering

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Friday, November 3, 2023

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The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end fund managed by HERZFELD/CUBA, a division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (based in Miami Beach).

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The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end fund managed by HERZFELD/CUBA, a division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (based in Miami Beach).
Investing in companies of Caribbean Basin Countries may present certain unique risks not associated with domestic investments, such as currency fluctuation, political and economic changes and market risks.
Participating stockholders will be required to initially pay for the shares subscribed for in the Rights Offering as well as any additional shares subscribed for as part of the over-subscription privilege at the estimated subscription price.
The final terms of the Rights Offering may be different from those discussed above.

UFP Technologies Announces Strong Q3 2023 Results

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

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Adjusted net income increased 44.4% to $35.8 million for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2023 from $24.8 million in the same period of 2022.

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Adjusted net income increased 44.4% to $35.8 million for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2023 from $24.8 million in the same period of 2022.
Sales for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2023 were $298.6 million compared to sales of $262.6 million in the same period in 2022.
“I am pleased with our Q3 results and progress on our growth initiatives, particularly our expansion plans in our low-cost country facilities,” said R. Jeffrey Bailly, Chairman & CEO.
Adjusted EBITDA increased to $60.2 million for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2023 from $44.9 million in the same period of 2022.

Logistics Provider ALPI Portugal Selects BIO-key for Secure Data Access, Including Multi-factor Authentication and Single Sign-On, Both Internally and for B2B

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Friday, October 27, 2023

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The solution will utilize Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) access and Single Sign-on (SSO) to secure data access by all of ALPI Portugal’s internal users, including employees and third party drivers, as well as those with restricted access to their B2B website.

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The solution will utilize Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) access and Single Sign-on (SSO) to secure data access by all of ALPI Portugal’s internal users, including employees and third party drivers, as well as those with restricted access to their B2B website.
Additionally, ALPI aimed to enhance the user experience by integrating SSO (Single Sign-On) with web platforms, to ensure protected B2B interactions.
"We are proud to work with and enable secure authentication solutions for ALPI Portugal, an esteemed logistics provider.
This collaboration will allow us to jointly provide round-the-clock support for 24x7 operations like ALPI logistics," stated Alex Rocha, Managing Director at BIO-key EMEA.

Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism Announces Project in Partnership with Luxury Publisher Assouline

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Monday, October 30, 2023

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NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism has announced that its vibrant capital city of Santo Domingo will be the subject of a new coffee table book from luxury publisher Assouline as part of its popular Travel Series. The announcement was made during an exclusive press conference in the Archive Room of Assouline's headquarters in New York City attended by Minister of Tourism, David Collado Morales.

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The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism has announced that its vibrant capital city of Santo Domingo will be the subject of a new coffee table book from luxury publisher Assouline as part of its popular Travel Series.
NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism has announced that its vibrant capital city of Santo Domingo will be the subject of a new coffee table book from luxury publisher Assouline as part of its popular Travel Series.
The announcement was made during an exclusive press conference in the Archive Room of Assouline's headquarters in New York City attended by Minister of Tourism, David Collado Morales.
"We are excited for the Assouline team to capture the spirit of Santo Domingo and share its appeal with discerning travelers worldwide."

Fresh Puerto Rican Tostones and Stone Crab Highlight New Caribbean Menu on Holland America Line

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Friday, October 27, 2023

SEATTLE, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh, local flavors lead the way for Holland America Line's award-winning cuisine on Caribbean sailings with new regionally themed menus in the Dining Room and Lido Market. Adding to the culinary journey, Caribbean-bound guests can now enjoy a new themed brunch, indulge in local rum tastings, and savor a traditional, pirate-inspired rum punch crafted by renowned mixologist David Wondrich, who also will share his expertise on a March cruise aboard Zaandam.

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Offered on sea days, all dishes on the new Caribbean Brunch menu in the Dining Room showcase fresh, local ingredients.
"Even traditional Holland America Line favorites, like our bread pudding and crepe bar, will embrace Caribbean flavors with new variations in Lido Market."
Made fresh daily with plantain chips, Puerto Rican Tostones are served open-faced for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
For more information about Holland America Line, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com .

Grimaldi Alliance expands into Canada with 'Lotz & Company' law firm

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Friday, October 27, 2023

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With this latest addition to the network, Grimaldi Alliance strengthens its presence in North America and enhances its relationships with institutions and key stakeholders in Canada and the surrounding region, including the United States.

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With this latest addition to the network, Grimaldi Alliance strengthens its presence in North America and enhances its relationships with institutions and key stakeholders in Canada and the surrounding region, including the United States.
"We look forward to strengthening relations between Italy, Canada, and the rest of the world through the Grimaldi Alliance network," he added.
"We are proud to announce the entry of Lotz & Company into the Grimaldi Alliance network at a time of strong relationship building between Italy and Canada.
Grimaldi Alliance continues to attract the best professionals thanks to its increasing recognition in international markets, offering clients comprehensive support for their cross-border activities," commented Francesco Sciaudone, Managing Partner of Grimaldi Alliance.

The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Updates Important Dates for Rights Offering

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

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The formal offer and detailed terms of the tender offer will be announced following the conclusion of the Rights Offer.

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The formal offer and detailed terms of the tender offer will be announced following the conclusion of the Rights Offer.
The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end fund managed by HERZFELD/CUBA, a division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (based in Miami Beach).
Investing in companies of Caribbean Basin Countries may present certain unique risks not associated with domestic investments, such as currency fluctuation, political and economic changes and market risks.
Before investing in the Fund, investors should carefully consider the investment objective, risks, and charges and expenses of the Fund.