May10Tue

Member News from Almac Group

AlmacLogositeThe Almac Pod™ – Changing the Dynamics of Temperature Controlled Shipping Solutions
Craigavon, N.I., UK, 9 May 2016 – With the rise of biologics and the introduction of strict Good Distribution Practices (GDP), Almac has recognised the need for a change in dynamics of temperature controlled shipping, with the launch of their new Almac Pod™ service solution.

Understanding the cost, logistical, and compliance challenges posed by this changing environment, the Almac Pod™ is a first-to-market service solution that incorporates the efficiencies of the Almac-approved, global courier network and advanced phase change technology (PCM) to create a temperature-controlled shipping service solution that eases the burden for their global clinical supply customers.

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May06Fri

Member News from St. Joseph’s University: Offices of Veterans Services

stjosephsCohort II of the Veterans Entrepreneurial Jumpstart (VEJ) program is now tentatively scheduled for October 28 to November 5, 2016. It will be held on the Saint Joseph’s University campus in Philadelphia, PA.

This program is offered at No Charge to eligible veterans. Key eligibility requirements include:
– An Honorable Discharge (or currently serving members of the National Guard or Reserves)
– Desire to start your own business/franchise

An overview of VEJ can be found at https://sites.sju.edu/veteransservices/entrepreneurship-programs/sju-veterans-entrepreneurial-jumpstart-vej/
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May04Wed

Support direct service to Cork Airport

Lend your voice! Click HERE to download a Guide to Filing in the NAI Docket
(information regarding the application made by Norwegian Air, as well as step by step instructions on how you can submit comments)

As many of you know, Norwegian Airlines, in conjunction with Cork Airport, have been working to institute direct flights across the Atlantic from Cork. Initially these flights will go to Boston, with plans to expand the service to New York.

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May04Wed

Ireland to be EU’s fastest-growing economy in 2016

Ireland is predicted to be the fastest-growing economy in Europe this year according to new figures from the European Commission, with the EU’s executive arm expecting the economy to grow by 4.9 per cent this year.

The predicted GDP growth rate is higher than the figure of 4.5 per cent for 2016 estimated three months ago. The Commission also revised upwards its estimates for 2017 to 3.7 per cent, up slightly from the growth rate of 3.5 per cent predicted in February.

To read the entire article, please click HERE.