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  • Oceanic Iron Ore CEO Chris Batalha Talks About Global Demand Drivers for Iron Ore

    The flagship Hopes Advance Project has a NI 43-101 Measured & Indicated resource of about 1.36 billion tonnes at a head grade of 32.1% Fe.

    Canada, 3rd Oct 2026 – Global Stocks News – Sponsored content disseminated on behalf of Oceanic Iron Ore. On September 29, 2026, Oceanic Iron Ore (TSXV: FEO) issued a message to shareholders entitled “Global Demand Drivers for Iron Ore”.

    Oceanic is focused on the development of its 100% owned Hopes Advance, Morgan Lake and Roberts Lake iron ore projects located on the coast, in the Labrador Trough in Québec, Canada.

    The flagship Hopes Advance Project has a NI 43-101 Measured & Indicated resource of about 1.36 billion tonnes at a head grade of 32.1% Fe. The project is located at tidewater. The PEA highlights that Oceanic will not require a railroad to get its iron ore to market, significantly reducing capital expenses and operating costs.

    Global Demand Drivers for Iron Ore
    Chris Batalha, CEO

    Iron ore is not one of the sexy metals like gold or silver. People don’t chat about it at dinner parties or walk the red carpet flaunting their pig iron earrings. Many investors aren’t sure exactly what it is or what it is used for. 

    “Iron ore is not something that dreams are made of,” confirmed Oceanic’s co-founder, Frank Giustra, in a recent ITM interview. “It’s a bulk commodity. It doesn’t drive men to do crazy things. But in a world that is industrializing, iron ore is crucial.”

    Trace amounts of iron ore are used in pigments and cosmetics, but 98% of all mined iron ore is smelted to create hot metal – a high-carbon intermediate product, which is then refined into steel.

    Due to its high tensile strength, durability and relatively low cost, steel serves as the structural backbone for modern civilization. Every year, about 1.9 billion tonnes of crude steel is produced globally.

    Buildings and infrastructure account for 50% of all global steel demand. I-beams and columns require steel. So does the rebar embedded in concrete used to build roads, bridges, and foundations. In a typical skyscraper, structural steel accounts for 10% of the overall construction cost.

    About half of the weight of a car is steel, providing strength to the chassis, door panels and engine components. Steel is also used to make train tracks, cargo ships, oil tankers and wind turbines.

    China controls about 52% of global steel production and is the largest seaborne iron ore importer. India’s steel production is growing about 6% year-over-year. In 2025, India’s domestic shortages of high-grade iron ore forced a spike in imports to meet demand. India’s seaborne iron ore imports just hit a 7-year high.

    Countries like Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines are experiencing a boom in infrastructure and industrial construction. These four countries have a combined population of 530 million people. Southeast Asia lacks large-scale domestic iron ore production. Seaborne iron ore imports in the region are growing 3% annually.

    Australia (980 million tonnes/year) is the world’s top iron ore producer, followed by Brazil (420 million tonnes/year) and India (310 million tonnes/year). Canada produces 70 million tonnes of iron ore per year. We are the 8th largest producer of iron ore, with the 6th largest global reserves. Québec produces 60% of Canadian iron ore, with Newfoundland, Labrador & Nunavut responsible for the other 40%.

    Most Canadian iron ore is exported to China, followed closely by Europe, where its high-grade specifications are in demand.

    Unlike precious metals, which are typically sold in coin or bar form at 99.9% purity, the price of iron ore is mine-specific, depending on iron content and impurity levels.

    In the next message, I will explain why Oceanic’s type of iron ore is selling at a premium on international markets.

    By Chris Batalha
    CEO of Oceanic Iron Ore

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  • Siding Vault Rebrands as Siding and Window Vault, Plans Anacortes Showroom for Early 2027

    Siding Vault, a Ferndale, Washington siding and window contractor, has changed its name to Siding & Window Vault and moved its website to sidingwindowvault.com. The company also plans to open an Anacortes showroom in early 2027.

    Ferndale, Washington, United States, 3rd Oct 2026 — Siding Vault, an exterior contractor serving five counties in northwest Washington, has changed its name to Siding & Window Vault. Along with the new name, the company has moved its website from sidingvault.com to sidingwindowvault.com, and visitors to the former address are now automatically redirected to the new domain.

    Siding Vault Rebrands as Siding and Window Vault, Plans Anacortes Showroom for Early 2027

    The change applies to the company’s name and web address only. Siding & Window Vault remains the same company, with the same owner, the same crews and the same Washington contractor license, SIDINV*787PJ. Customer reviews, completed projects and warranties from the Siding Vault years carry over under the new name, and the earlier Siding Vault logo may still appear on company trucks, yard signs and older project photos.

    A Name That Includes the Windows

    The new name reflects work the company has done all along. Window replacement has long been offered alongside siding, and the company wanted its name to say so. Siding and windows remain its core services, and it continues to handle the rest of the home’s exterior, including doors, decks, roofing and paint. As part of building out its window business, Siding & Window Vault is setting up direct supply accounts with the window manufacturers whose products it installs, with the goal of faster quotes and shorter lead times for customers.

    “Homeowners ask whether we do windows at nearly every estimate. We always have, and now it’s in the name,” said Michael Ageyev, owner of Siding & Window Vault. “The name changed. The people and the standards didn’t.”

    Ferndale Remains the Main Office

    Siding & Window Vault started in Whatcom County and has operated from Ferndale for years. The company’s Whatcom County office at 1855 Main Street, Suite 103, Ferndale, Washington 98248, serves as Siding & Window Vault’s main office. Estimates are scheduled and projects are managed from the Ferndale office, which can be reached at (360) 296-9380.

    Anacortes Showroom Opening in Early 2027

    Siding & Window Vault has purchased a commercial building at 911 29th Street in Anacortes, Washington, which it plans to open as a showroom in early 2027. The company’s own team is carrying out the full exterior and interior renovation, so the finished building will serve as a working example of its installation standards. James Hardie has sponsored the siding materials for the showroom.

    Siding & Window Vault is a James Hardie Elite Contractor, the highest contractor tier offered through James Hardie’s contractor program. The status is verified by the manufacturer and is maintained by installing to James Hardie’s specifications and keeping installation training current.

    When it opens, the Anacortes showroom is planned to feature operating window units from Milgard, Ply Gem and Andersen; full-scale siding samples from James Hardie, LP SmartSide, cedar and FastPlank; Therma-Tru and Codel entry doors; Trex and TimberTech decking; and metal roofing panels alongside architectural shingles. Opening day will also mark the launch of supply-only window sales, giving general contractors, property managers and do-it-yourself homeowners a local place to buy windows without installation.

    The showroom’s location, a short drive from the Anacortes ferry terminal, will also give customers in the San Juan Islands a closer place to see products in person. Until it opens, in-home estimates continue as usual, and the showroom line can be reached at (360) 517-1503.

    About Siding & Window Vault

    Siding & Window Vault, formerly Siding Vault, is an exterior contractor based in Ferndale, Washington. The company provides siding and window replacement, along with exterior doors, decking, roofing and exterior painting, for residential, commercial and multi-family properties across Whatcom, Skagit, Island, San Juan and Snohomish counties. Siding & Window Vault is a James Hardie Elite Contractor and a Lead-Safe Certified Firm, and is licensed, bonded and insured in Washington State. More information is available at sidingwindowvault.com.

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    Contact Person: Michael Ageyev

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    Contact Number: +13602969380

    Address: 1855 Main St Ste 103

    City: Ferndale

    State: Washington

    Country: United States

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  • Robert Gentil Says More Market Data Rarely Means Better Decisions

    • The retired financial professional pushes back on the common belief that successful investing depends on tracking more information, faster.

    The Advice Robert Gentil Hears Most Often

    Virginia, USA, Oct 03, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Robert Gentil spent decades in New York’s stock and trading markets before retiring to Richmond, Virginia. He still hears the same advice given to new investors, over and over: watch everything, check often, and never miss an update.

    “People assume that the investor who reads the most and checks the most screens is the one who makes the best decisions,” Gentil said. “In my experience, it’s usually the opposite. The people who made the calmest, most sensible decisions were often the ones who had trained themselves to ignore most of what came across their desk.”

    Gentil is not arguing that information is worthless. He is arguing that there is a difference between being informed and being overwhelmed, and that most standard advice on investing collapses the two into one idea.

    Why More Data Can Work Against You

    During his years in finance, Gentil worked with tools built to deliver constant updates: real-time prices, breaking headlines, analyst notes arriving by the hour. He said the volume itself became a problem.

    “A screen full of numbers doesn’t tell you what matters,” he said. “It tells you what changed in the last minute. Those are two very different things. The hardest skill I ever developed wasn’t reading data faster. It was learning to decide what deserved my attention and what didn’t.”

    He points to periods of market volatility as the clearest example. The instinct, he said, is to check prices more often when markets are unsettled. That instinct usually makes things worse.

    “When people check constantly during a downturn, they end up reacting to noise instead of thinking clearly,” Gentil said. “The investors I respected most in my career were the ones who could look at a volatile market and do almost nothing, at least for a while. That took more discipline than any trade I ever made.”

    A Habit He Carried Into Retirement

    Gentil said the instinct to filter information rather than collect it followed him well beyond his career in finance. These days, his mornings still include a brief look at the markets, but he describes it as a habit rooted in curiosity rather than necessity.

    “I don’t need the information anymore,” he said. “But I still notice how tempting it is to open five tabs and call that being informed. It rarely is.”

    He draws a comparison to a hobby that has little to do with markets at all: astronomy. From the third-floor balcony of his Victorian home, Gentil spends clear evenings observing the night sky, a pursuit he has kept up since childhood.

    “The sky is full of light,” he said. “Most of it isn’t useful if you’re trying to find one planet or track one meteor shower. You have to know what you’re actually looking for, or you’ll spend the whole night distracted by everything that doesn’t matter. Markets aren’t so different.”

    What He Tells People Instead

    Gentil’s advice to newer investors is not to consume less information out of laziness, but to be more deliberate about which information earns a response.

    “Ask yourself if what you just read changes anything about your actual plan,” he said. “Most of the time, it doesn’t. If it doesn’t change your plan, it doesn’t need your attention right now.”

    He said this discipline mattered most during periods when markets moved quickly and headlines multiplied by the hour.

    “The people who did well over the long run weren’t the ones with the fastest feed,” Gentil said. “They were the ones who could sit still with a decision they’d already made and let the noise pass through without reacting to every bit of it.”

    Gentil is careful to note that this is not an argument against paying attention altogether. He still reads the newspaper each morning and still follows economics and financial news out of genuine interest. The difference, he said, is that he no longer confuses volume with insight.

    “Being informed means knowing what matters,” he said. “Being overwhelmed just means you’ve stopped being able to tell the difference.”

    To read more, visit the website here.

    About Robert Gentil

    Robert Gentil is a retired financial professional and longtime resident of Richmond, Virginia. He spent several decades working in New York’s stock and trading markets before retiring to Richmond, where he spends his time reading, gardening, and observing the night sky from the balcony of his historic Victorian home.

  • Paul E Skidmore III Highlights the Value of Product Knowledge in Sales

    • The Tampa sales professional reflects on why preparation, accessibility, and continued learning remain important as products and technology evolve.

    Hillsborough County, Florida, Oct 03, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Paul E Skidmore III, a Tampa-based sales professional with a background in hospitality, contracting, and account management, is highlighting the importance of strong product knowledge as technology continues to reshape how sales professionals work with customers.

    Skidmore believes that access to more information has changed what customers expect from sales conversations. Buyers often research products before speaking with a representative, so sales professionals need to offer more than a basic overview. In his view, being prepared to answer detailed questions and explain changing products clearly has become increasingly important.

    “Knowledge is one of the most important qualities,” said Skidmore. “Technology is always evolving, so to stay successful you have to keep learning and stay up to date on the information around what you are offering.”

    Skidmore developed much of his communication style before entering sales. He spent nearly 15 years bartending at locations throughout Tampa, where he worked with a wide range of customers and learned how differently people communicate, ask questions, and respond to problems.

    During the later years of his hospitality career, he began working as a sales contractor. His early sales experience included time in a call centre before he eventually branched out independently. That transition showed him that strong customer relationships depend on preparation and follow-through as much as conversation.

    Over time, account management became another important part of his approach. Skidmore places an emphasis on remaining accessible to customers and following up after the initial conversation rather than viewing a sale as the end of the relationship.

    He also believes continued learning is necessary for professionals working around fast-changing products and technology. Training, in his view, should not stop once someone becomes comfortable in a role.

    “Your cup can never stay full,” Skidmore said. “Once it gets full, you dump it out and get a bigger cup. There is so much to learn and understand, and as long as I am able to learn, I want to keep doing it.”

    That mindset also shapes the way Skidmore approaches goal setting. He uses written plans, reminders, and regular follow-ups to keep both short-term and longer-term objectives moving forward.

    “Once a plan hits paper, it becomes a plan you can actually follow,” he said. “I use constant reminders and follow-ups so I can keep myself on track instead of assuming I will remember everything.”

    Skidmore acknowledges that remaining highly accessible can make it difficult to separate professional and personal responsibilities. Rather than presenting work-life balance as something he has mastered, he views it as another area that requires ongoing attention.

    Outside work, Skidmore spends much of his time with his children, volunteers at their school, and continues learning about autism because one of his children is autistic. He also supports charitable efforts, including annual donations and assistance for families during the Christmas season.

    His approach to success has increasingly become centred on daily impact rather than a single career milestone.

    “I measure success by what I have done today,” Skidmore said. “Yesterday is the past and tomorrow is not here yet. If I can say I made a difference to someone today, then today was successful.”

    About Paul E Skidmore III

    Paul E Skidmore III is a sales professional based in Tampa, Florida. He spent nearly 15 years working in hospitality before expanding into sales and contracting, including early experience in a call centre and later independent work. His professional interests include account management, product knowledge, customer communication, technology, and continued training. Outside his career, he is focused on family, volunteering, charitable giving, sports card collecting, and continued education.

  • Ditch the Dull! Refresh Your Fall Wardrobe with COOFANDY for Elevated Men’s Autumn Style

    New York, USA / Timesnewswire / October 3, 2026 – Cooler October days are rolling in, and it’s time to revamp your wardrobe for the new season. With Prime Big Deal Days in full swing, this is the perfect moment for men to build a sophisticated autumn and winter closet. Global men’s apparel brand COOFANDYlaunches a wide range of new fall/winter pieces, offering discounts of up to 50% off to help men craft polished autumn looks effortlessly.

    Media Pick: Lightweight Knits, Redefine Fall Layering Aesthetics

    As autumn breezes pick up, the sharp temperature swing between morning and evening on commutes puts styling skills to the test. COOFANDY’s lightweight long-sleeve knit sweater, endorsed by editors at Men’s Health, is the ultimate layering staple this season. As the magazine noted, it delivers “premium quality that looks twice its price.” Crafted from soft, stretchy fabric, it hugs the body in a tailored fit without feeling restrictive. Throw it over a button-down shirt in the morning, pair it with premium casual trousers and sneakers, and you’ll get a crisp, relaxed commute outfit that banishes autumn slouch.

    Versatile Style: Seamlessly Adaptable V-Neck Statement Piece

    For urban men juggling multiple roles, COOFANDY’s men’s V-neck knit sweater, recommended by editors at Travel + Leisure, is a wardrobe investment brimming with intellectual charm. Focusing on practical aesthetics, the publication praised it as “one piece that transitions effortlessly from daytime casual outings to evening dinners.” The classic V-neck paired with ribbed texture carries a refined retro vibe. For daytime office wear, match it with quality casual pants for understated taste. When night falls, simply swap in sleek suit trousers to instantly elevate your look.

    Shop the Prime Big Deal Days Sale: Up to 50% Off to Upgrade Your Fall & Winter Wardrobe

    Leaving plain summer styles behind, autumn is the ideal season to play with rich colors and textures. COOFANDY’s new fall/winter collection features hues ranging from deep navy to elegant earth tones, giving you endless inspiration for fresh outfits all week long. Head to the COOFANDY store during Prime Big Deal Days to grab limited-time savings of up to 50% off. Trust COOFANDY for premium everyday essentials, refresh your autumn wardrobe at great value, and stay stylish as temperatures keep dropping.

    For more information, please visit the COOFANDY website and Amazon storefront, or connect with COOFANDY on Facebook and Instagram.

    COOFANDY

    Charlotte Liu

    pr@coofandy.com

    New York, US

    https://coofandy.com

  • PINSPARK Fall Wardrobe Refresh: Zeroframe × Sara Michelle Winter Collaborative Collection, Unlock Versatile Athleisure Styles

    New York, USA / Timesnewswire / October 3, 2026 – As October brings cool breezes and deepening autumn vibes, the season change is quietly upon us. With demands overlapping for autumn golf, weekend getaways and everyday casual wear, how do you break autumn’s dullness and transition seamlessly between sports and daily life? PINSPARK delivers the perfect answer with its new fall theme: Bright Vibes To Casual Moves.

    Bright Hues to Ignite Autumn Energy

    Farewell to the hustle of summer; autumn wardrobes often fall into monotonous black, white and grey. Breaking the mold this season, PINSPARK integrates high-saturation bright tones including brown, red, purple, yellow and pink into its activewear designs. These colors not only add visual warmth and vitality to cool autumn days, but also bring lightness and joy to every weekend trip or casual routine.

    Zeroframe × Sara Michelle Winter: Freedom and Poise on the Green

    The standout highlight of this season is the collaborative collection co-created by PINSPARK and golf lifestyle influencer Sara Michelle Winter. Inspired by Sara’s authentic golf lifestyle, the line seamlessly merges professional athletic performance with laid-back, trendy fall casual aesthetics.

    As Sara puts it: “The moment you put it on, it feels like an extension of your body — no restriction, only focus and freedom.” This sense of ease is exactly the ideal state modern women seek across sports and daily life.

    Perfect Fusion of Tech Fabric & Multi-Occasion Styling

    At the heart of the collaboration lies relentless pursuit of quality. Crafted from Zeroframe technical fabric blended with 75% nylon and 25% spandex, the apparel delivers excellent four-way stretch, superior breathability and skin-friendly comfort, granting full freedom of movement. The tops feature thoughtfully built-in removable bra pads for moderate support, eliminating the hassle of layering an extra sports bra. Paired with high-waisted tennis skirts, the bottoms shape and slim the waist. Built-in shorts and multi-functional pockets perfectly balance practicality and security. This set lets you play freely on the course, then throw on a jacket afterward for coffee meetups or weekend trips, moving effortlessly across different life scenarios.

    Golden Autumn Limited Promotion: FPD Sale Coming Soon

    To celebrate the launch of the new fall collection, PINSPARK will roll out limited-time offers during October’s FPD event. Enjoy 30% off on selected items across the store. As the season shifts, refresh your closet with functional yet stylish PINSPARK pieces to infuse your autumn with energy and move gracefully between the golf course and everyday life.

    Discover the same vibrant fall looks and explore more on the influencer collaboration landing page.

    PINSPARK

    Charlotte Liu

    pr@PINSPARK.com

    New York, US

    https://PINSPARK.com

  • Zeagoo Partners with Maye Musk for Fall Edit: One Pink Piece to Link Fashion and Kindness

    New York, USA / Timesnewswire / October 3, 2026 – Autumn is settling in, and with the FPD shopping frenzy underway, wardrobe refresh has become the top priority. This golden season, fashion brand Zeagoolaunches its curated Fall Collection and Maye’s Picks line with the theme “Refresh your fall wardrobe while giving back.” The brand artfully blends cutting-edge style, elegant poise and heartfelt kindness, bringing deeper meaning to consumers’ autumn outfits.

    Beyond Age: Embrace Poise This Fall

    As the campaign model for Zeagoo this season, Maye Musk embodies the brand’s ethos of “confidence, elegance and freedom from age-defined limits” with her unique grace and charm. To her, fashion has nothing to do with years; it is an expression of one’s inner attitude.

    The fall pieces in Maye’s Picks carry forward this core vision. Whether it is a well-tailored classic knit sweater or a grey V-neck casual sweater adorned with white floral prints, they feature cozy fabrics and relaxed silhouettes that empower women to stay confident and poised across multiple occasions. These items are not only practical picks for crisp autumn days, but also wardrobe staples for urban women to showcase their personal style.

    Pink as a Symbol of Strength: Fashion with Heart

    Fashion is more than outward elegance; it is a warm extension of inner goodwill. Within this Fall Edit, Maye’s Pink Sweater stands out as the heartwarming charity highlight. Zeagoo infuses gentle strength into this piece. During the campaign period, all proceeds generated from this pink sweater sold on the official website will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Using this garment as a bridge, the brand connects autumn styling with breast cancer prevention and support initiatives, letting women radiate beauty while passing kindness to more people in need.

    Limited-Time FPD Offer: Time to Refresh Your Wardrobe

    To thank shoppers, Zeagoo is offering up to 50% OFF during FPD. Customers can embrace premium fall fashion affordably and take part in this meaningful charity effort. Whether paired with jeans for casual daily looks or styled into elegant outfits for work, Zeagoo’s fall collection delivers versatile styling options.

    This autumn, Zeagoo invites you to discover the Maye’s Picks collection. Grab FPD deals to update your fall wardrobe, and spread kindness through one pink piece — turn every purchase into a meaningful act.

    Zeagoo
    Charlotte Liu
    pr@zeagoo.com
    New York, US
    https://zeagoo.com

  • BridgeYear’s Energy Expressway Cohort Graduates 29 Students, Delivers Job Offers

    Through targeted workplace preparation, hands-on training, and direct corporate partner access, BridgeYear positions underserved youth to immediately fill critical energy and infrastructure roles. BridgeYear Proves Industry-Ready Talent Pipeline Model as Inaugural Energy Expressway Cohort Achieves 97% Completion and Immediate Job Offers.

    Houston, TX, United States, 3rd Oct 2026 —  BridgeYear, a leading Houston-based nonprofit connecting underserved youth to careers and educational pathways, announced the successful completion of its inaugural Energy Expressway cohort. Out of 30 participating students, 29 earned industry-recognized certifications following two weeks of intensive, hands-on training at CenterPoint Energy’s HO Training Facility—with more than half of the graduates already receiving conditional job offers and additional interviews ongoing.

    BridgeYear's Energy Expressway Cohort Graduates 29 Students, Delivers Job Offers

    Built in collaboration with BridgeYear’s partners, Energy Expressway serves as a model for scalable, employer-driven workforce development. Students completed hands-on training across four high-growth pathways: Renewable Energy, Gas Operations, Lineman Skills, and Electrical Work.

    To bridge the gap between technical skill and employer expectations, BridgeYear provided a curriculum on workplace preparation. BridgeYear Advisors worked closely with candidates to research employers, map their hands-on training directly onto industry-aligned resumes, and practice communicating their value using the STAR Method.

    Students put their preparation to the test by participating in 1-on-1 mock interviews with corporate volunteers from CenterPoint Energy, Quanta Services, Inc., Greater Houston Partnership, Hays Electrical Services, Phillips 66, Texas Mutual Insurance Company, and NRG Energy. From there, candidates stepped straight into formal, first-round interviews with company Talent Acquisition teams.

    “Students cannot choose careers they have never seen, and employers need talent that can deliver value from day one,” said Victoria Chen, Co-Founder and Executive Director of BridgeYear. “Energy Expressway shows the power of collaborative workforce solutions. By combining technical training with BridgeYear’s rigorous workplace readiness coaching, we ensure our graduates are fully prepared, confident professionals ready to contribute to Houston-area organizations.”

    With regional industries actively searching for dependable, job-ready talent, the Energy Expressway model offers a proven playbook for early-career recruitment. Looking ahead to the Class of 2026, BridgeYear plans to expand its apprenticeship cohort programming to give more local employers direct access to a strong, diverse talent pipeline built on practical training and real-world preparation.

    About BridgeYear

    Founded in 2016 and based in Houston, Texas, BridgeYear is a nonprofit organization connecting underserved youth to careers and educational pathways that provide long-term economic mobility and independence. BridgeYear operates the Career Test Drive Program, MorePathways, and Career Cohorts in collaboration with Gulf States Toyota, Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, Phillips 66, Honeywell, and so on.

    Learn more at www.bridgeyear.org.

    Media Contact

    Organization: BridgeYear

    Contact Person: Jocelyne Trevino

    Website: https://www.bridgeyear.org/

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    Contact Number: +18325790294

    Address: 3414 Eastside St.

    City: Houston

    State: TX

    Country: United States

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  • SPF Rongchang Pigs Make Their Debut at Global Landmarks, Putting “China Collagen” in the Global Spotlight

    New York, USA / Timesnewswire / October 3, 2026 – On October 1, Beijing Time, New York’s Times Square, known as the “crossroads of the world,” was bustling with pedestrians and traffic. One of the most dazzling landmarks in Times Square, the Nasdaq digital billboard, featured a series of visuals centered on SPF Rongchang pigs, instantly capturing the attention of numerous passersby.

    (Location: Times Square, New York)

    Against a vibrant festive “Chinese red” background, three adorable Rongchang pigs poked their heads into view on the giant poster: their rosy faces, bright black eyes, and distinctive “panda eyes” around the eyes created a charming contrast with the golden fireworks blooming in the background. The Chinese slogan “The world looks to China for collagen, and China’s collagen comes from Rongchang” and the English tagline “CHINA · RONGCHANG—A NEW SOURCE OF COLLAGEN” stood out prominently.

    The “panda pigs” of Rongchang appearing alongside iconic landmarks created a striking visual fusion of cuteness and contemporary style. Passersby were drawn to this charming and confident presence from the East, some stopping to gaze, while others raised their phones to capture the rare moment.

    In addition to New York’s Times Square, SPF Rongchang pigs also made appearances at Leicester Square in London, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Causeway Bay in Hong Kong, and Baima Hang in Macao. This spectacular global campaign was not only an impressive showcase of China’s biotechnology, but also an industry statement transcending borders—the powerful declaration that “the world looks to China for collagen, and China’s collagen comes from Rongchang” has demonstrated China’s industrial strength in technological innovation to the world, further enhancing the global recognition and influence of SPF Rongchang pigs in the field of biomaterials.

    (Location: Leicester Square, London)

    (Location: Eiffel Tower, Paris)

    (Location: Causeway Bay, Hong Kong)

    (Location: Baima Hang, Macao)

    It is understood that in June this year, the collagen implant “Jiaoyuan Shaonv® COLLARRIA®,” developed by Chongqing Fanghe Biotechnology Co., Ltd., obtained the Class III Medical Device Registration Certificate from the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), with Registration Certificate No. “Guoxie Zhuzhun 20263131252.” The product consists of Type I collagen purified from the skin of SPF Rongchang pigs.

    From overcoming the two core technologies of sterile cesarean delivery and sterile breeding to establishing a fully integrated chain covering “breeding—purification—farming—medical biomaterial production,” every step toward independent control has been hard-won. This breakthrough was destined to face multiple challenges, requiring not only the courage to venture and innovate, but also the perseverance to pursue a long-term goal with unwavering determination. By securing control over key links such as genetic resources, technology, and standards, and by promoting collaboration across the industry alliance and the commercialization of research achievements, China can firmly take the initiative in its own hands in the field of high-end biomaterials.

    From the breeding bases in Rongchang, Chongqing, to the “crossroads of the world,” these “panda pigs” are carrying the calling card of “China Collagen” and steadily making their own mark on the international stage.

  • Widgets & Web Offers All-Inclusive Investor Relations Websites for Public Companies, IPOs and SPACs

    Miami, United States, October 2nd, 2026, FinanceWire

    Managed IR websites combine automated SEC filings, stock data and investor communications with transparent subscription pricing

    Widgets & Web, a provider of investor relations website design and management, offers public companies, IPO-stage businesses and special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) a single service for building and maintaining their online investor communications. The company’s managed IR websites bring financial disclosures, company news and investor resources together, without up-front design or setup fees.

    The service is designed for companies establishing an investor relations website ahead of a listing, replacing an existing IR website or maintaining investor communications after going public. Each website is customized to the company’s brand and supported through ongoing hosting, maintenance and content updates.

    Widgets & Web’s IR365connect package includes automated SEC filings from EDGAR, a searchable press release library, live stock quotes and charts, investor presentations, corporate governance documents, board and leadership information, events and webcast announcements, and automated email alerts. The package also includes ADA/WCAG accessibility support, security monitoring and unlimited updates and support.

    For operating public companies, the complete IR website service costs $299 per month, billed annually at $3,588 under a 12-month subscription. SPAC IR websites are available at $199 per month, all-inclusive, with no setup fees, design fees or hidden costs. Widgets & Web delivers the first website draft within 24 hours; that turnaround refers to the initial draft, not a completed website launch.

    Companies that already have an investor relations website can also use Widgets & Web’s data widgets to add SEC filing feeds, press release libraries or stock information to their existing site.

    The company’s portfolio includes IR websites for operating issuers and SPACs, including DocGo, Elauwit, Greenlight Capital Re, Perfect Moment and Andretti Acquisition.

    Examples of its work are available at https://widgetsandweb.com/#portfolio.

    For information about investor relations website design, managed IR websites and data feeds, visit https://widgetsandweb.com.

    About Widgets & Web

    Widgets & Web designs, hosts and manages investor relations websites for public companies, IPO-stage businesses and SPACs. Its services combine customized website design with SEC filing integration, press release management, stock data, corporate governance resources, investor presentations, events and email alerts. Based in Miami, the company provides ongoing maintenance and support through subscription plans. Learn more at https://widgetsandweb.com.

    Contact

    Steve Yakubov
    Widgets & Web
    production@ir365connect.com
    (646) 752-9774