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All Asia Asset Capital joins AIM
02/05/2013 Harriet Russell The company is focused on South East Asia All Asia Asset Capital, an investment company focused on investing in the growing markets of Southeast Asia joined London’s junior market today. Allenby Capital is acting as nominated adviser and broker. The company has raised approximately £3.6 million following the issue of 119 million new shares. The net proceeds, which are expected to amount to approximately £3.3 million, will primarily be used to identify, evaluate and select suitable investment opportunities. The investment objective of All Asia is to invest in a portfolio of companies with at least the majority of their operations in Southeast Asia with an expected initial focus on Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Burma. The directors intend to invest in companies that operate in industries with ‘high growth potential’ including, but not limited to agriculture, forestry and plantations, mining, natural resources, property and technology. Whilst the directors have not yet carried out any due diligence on any investment opportunities or entered into any discussions or agreements, examples of potential investment opportunities include an investment in a plant in Indonesia that processes sweet potatoes into starch for use in processed foods and an investment in a greenhouse farming operation in Indonesia that intends to acquire land and expand production of sweet melon to a target yield of 1,125 metric tonnes per annum. The year-on-year real GDP growth in Southeast Asia, represented by the ASEAN countries, is projected by the International Monetary Fund to reach an average of 5.5 per cent in 2013 (compared to 1 per cent in the UK and 2 per cent in the USA). The chief executive is Sri Hartati Kurniawan, who between 2007 and 2012 held senior management positions in RCG Holdings, another company listed on AIM. Shares in All Asia Asset Capital were trading at 3.6p this morning. Continue reading
New Opportunities For Carbon Farming
Targeted new opportunities released today will help farmers and landholders access the Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) with the announcement of phase two of the Extension and Outreach Program. Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator Joe Ludwig, said the guidelines for the second phase of Extension and Outreach had been updated to target key industries. “The second phase of extension and outreach will target sugar and horticulture industries, as well as the commercial forestry and plantation timber industries,” Minister Ludwig said. “These are all sectors in agriculture that can reap the benefits of the Carbon Farming Initiative. By targeting this funding phase towards them it means they won’t be left behind in the low carbon economy. “The Carbon Farming Initiative is part of the Governments $1.7 billion Land Sector Package. It builds on Australian agriculture’s strong foundation and prepares it for the future. “The CFI is a win-win for Australian farmers, who can reduce their emissions, lower their costs and gain a second income stream under the program.” The Extension and Outreach Program funds programs to deliver clear, credible and consistent information and supports carbon farming activities by landholders and farmers. “Applications are now sought for projects that deliver extension and outreach services to regions or industries.” Minister Ludwig said. “Under the first phase, 24 projects shared in more than $21 million. These were high quality applications and it was positive to see so many organisations looking to share the new opportunities carbon farming provides. “We want this second phase to complement the projects already funded, by supporting extension services through providers like agri-advisers and agronomists.” Applications for the Extension and Outreach Program are open until April 2016, while funds remain. To be included in the second assessment phase, applications are due 5pm AEST, 12 June 2013. 02 May 2013 Continue reading
Cali Bamboo Debuts BamDeck™ 3G, the First Wide Plank Composite Decking
The industry’s first composite wide plank decking brings contemporary style to outdoor living Slate BamDeck™ 3G Composite Decking by Cali Bamboo We think of our decking as outdoor flooring… San Diego, CA (PRWEB) May 01, 2013 Cali Bamboo®, a leading manufacturer of green building materials made primarily out of bamboo, today introduces BamDeck™ 3G Composite Decking with integrated CoreMax™ Technology. This new generation of decking features a Wide Plank line that is 50% wider and the first of its kind in the composite decking industry. BamDeck 3G Wide Plank offers a new contemporary look that also installs 30% faster than standard deck boards. “Outdoor living continues to become more central to both residential and commercial space planning,” said Jeff Goldberg, Founder and CEO of Cali Bamboo, “We think of our decking as outdoor flooring and the evolution we’ve seen with wide plank flooring was the direction we definitely wanted to go with our decking while staying true to our core principles of sustainability.” The new third generation BamDeck takes full advantage of its proven composition formulated of 60% reclaimed bamboo fibers and 40% recycled HDPE plastics such as detergent bottles and milk cartons. The combination of ultra strong bamboo fibers and long lasting durable plastics give rise to a new hybrid material unparalleled in strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal which led to the development of CoreMax Technology, not possible with most other composite compositions. Borrowing from Mother Nature’s brilliant design of bamboo, CoreMax Technology implements specially engineered cylindrical chambers that run the length of each board and provide 35% more tensile strength while reducing overall weight by 20%. This new design has tested three times as strong as other composite decking while maintaining industry leading durability and longevity for residential and commercial projects alike. BamDeck 3G Composite is termite resistant, time tested, LEED qualified and priced competitively to other composite decking options. It’s available for purchase nationwide and comes with a 10-year commercial and 25-year residential warranty. The decking is offered in standard and wide plank in three colors, including caramel, coffee and slate. Both plank sizes are reversible, interchangeable, and use a hidden fastening system for easy installation. The interchangeable sizes and surfaces allow for a wide breadth of design creativity and personalization – a cornerstone to Cali Bamboo’s product offerings. ABOUT CALI BAMBOO®, LLC Headquartered in San Diego, Cali Bamboo manufactures green building materials made primarily of bamboo — one of the world’s most durable, sustainable and renewable materials. Founded in 2004, the company has become a model of how individuals, businesses and communities can implement modern design while maintaining structural strength and environmental integrity. Cali Bamboo services residential and commercial building projects across North America with a wide range of products including bamboo flooring, fencing, composite decking, plywood, cork wall tiles, poles, paneling and more. For more information visit CaliBamboo.com. Continue reading
