DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Society of Automation (ISA) — the leading professional society for automation — announced the publication of A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge, Fourth Edition.

The newly updated Fourth Edition of A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge is the only officially authorized book covering ISA's body of knowledge core competencies. This revised guide provides an overview of important automation concepts and processes, while also describing the technical skills required to implement them in today's industrial environment. The book enables readers to effectively study for the ISA Certified Automation Professional® (CAP®), ISA Certified Control Systems Technician® (CCST®) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) Control Systems Engineer (CSE) exams.

Edited and written by nearly 30 leading experts from all aspects of automation, A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge, Fourth Edition includes information on:

- Process and analytical instrumentation, discrete control, continuous and batch control, control valves and final control elements

- Basic discrete, sequencing and manufacturing control, advanced control, process modeling and digital twins, digital and analog communications and data management and system software

- Networking and cybersecurity, safety and reliability, system checkout, testing, start-up, troubleshooting and project management

- Manufacturing operations management, automation justification and performance analysis, motors and drives, electrical systems, asset management and maintenance, motion control and vision systems and control systems including PLCs, DCSs and SCADA

"What makes this guide so valuable is its focus on the fundamentals — the core concepts and skills that every automation professional needs to master, regardless of how quickly technology trends shift," said Rick Zabel, managing director of ISA publications. "This edition ensures that grounding remains strong, giving professionals a lasting foundation they can build on throughout their careers."

A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge is widely known as an indispensable text for automation engineers, managers, technicians, control systems integrators, students and educators. The Fourth Edition is now available for purchase through ISA's publishing partner, Wiley, as an e-book as well as a print version.

In addition to A Guide to the Automation Body of Knowledge, Fourth Edition, ISA's roster of new book titles published through Wiley in 2026 include:

- Successful Instrumentation and Control Systems Design, Third Edition by Michael D. Whitt

- Loop Checking: A Technician's Guide, Second Edition by Harley M. Jeffery and Paul M. Franklin

- Calibration: A Technician's Guide, Second Edition by Michael P. Cable and Alan W. Bryant

- Data-to-Information Handbook: Building Effective Display Systems for Refining Processes by Ike Brackin, Mark J. Nixon and Dave Strobhar

About ISA

The International Society of Automation (ISA) is a non-profit professional association founded in 1945 to create a better world through automation. ISA's mission is to empower the global automation community through standards and knowledge sharing. ISA develops widely used global standards and conformity assessment programs; certifies professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; hosts conferences and exhibits; and provides networking and career development programs for its members and customers around the world. Learn more at www.isa.org.

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Columbus Vegetable Oils Opens Las Vegas Facility

Leading Food Oil Manufacturer Expands West Coast Operations, Celebrates 90 Years

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbus Vegetable Oils, a leading supplier of oils, shortenings, sauces and dressings, announced today the opening of its new packing and distribution facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada, expanding its West Coast operations as the company celebrates 90 years in business.

The new rail-served facility increases production capacity to ship millions of pounds of edible oils annually throughout the West Coast. Equipped with state-of-the-art processing technology, the facility will serve food manufacturers, foodservice operators and retailers. It will offer a range of conventional, non-GMO and organic oils, including soybean, canola, olive, safflower, avocado and corn.

"Our philosophy has always been simple: We don't sell oil, we sell service," said Paulette Gagliardo, president, Columbus Vegetable Oils. "That service starts with our people and the relationships we've built with our customers and partners over the past 90 years. We're proud to bring that same commitment to Las Vegas – and the entire West Coast."

The Las Vegas facility expands the company's presence on the West Coast, strengthening its ability to serve customers across the region. The expansion also reflects the company's ongoing commitment to providing dependable supply, high-quality products, world-class service, fast delivery and competitive pricing.

To learn more about Columbus Vegetable Oils, visit www.cvoils.com.

About Columbus Vegetable Oils

Columbus Vegetable Oils supplies more than 300 oils in-stock and ready to ship, along with an expansive offering of shortenings, tallow, sauces, dressings and dips for food manufacturing, foodservice, retail and specialty markets. Celebrating 90 years of service, Columbus Vegetable Oils is a fourth-generation, family-operated business and certified woman-owned company recognized for exceptional customer service, reliable sourcing, fast processing and competitive pricing. Operating SQF-certified facilities, the company offers custom blending, private label capabilities and trusted brands including Butcher Boy®, Mike's Brand®, Sunrise Shortening®, Nature's Secret®, Sorrento's Olive Oil® and Soaper's Choice®. Oil Experts. Loyal Partners. Learn more at www.cvoils.com.

Contact: Mary Gura, [email protected], 847-257-8955

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Spiro's Newest EMIR Research Reveals What Makes Brand Experiences More Effective

The second wave of Spiro's Experiential Marketing Impact Report (EMIR) moves beyond whether experiences work to identifying the design choices most closely associated with trust, connection and purchase intent.

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Spiro®, a global experiential agency, today released EMIR: The Deeper Dive, the second wave of its Experiential Marketing Impact Report (EMIR), which examines how live experiences influence people and business outcomes.

The inaugural 2025 report established the business case for experiential, finding meaningful relationships between live experiences and outcomes including trust, advocacy, purchase intent and action.

Now, The Deeper Dive asks the next question: What makes some experiences work harder than others?

Based on research with 2,000 additional B2B and B2C live-event attendees, the report looks more closely at the design choices behind an experience and how those decisions relate to what people think, feel and do afterward.

"Marketers already know a great experience can be powerful. The harder questions are why it worked, what actually mattered and whether you can do it again," said Carley Faircloth-Kilmurray, Global Chief Marketing, Strategy & Brand Experiences Officer at Spiro.

Spiro calls this the Effectiveness Era: moving the industry conversation from proving experiential works to understanding why it works and how to make it work better.

"If we understand more about what makes experiences effective, we can bring that evidence into the strategy and design process from the beginning, and make stronger decisions about the experiences we create," said Faircloth-Kilmurray.

Among the findings:

- People trust people. Knowledgeable staff increased brand trust for 43% of attendees, while 54% engaged by talking with a real person.

- Clarity earns attention. 40% said a clear, easy-to-understand benefit made an experience worth their time.

- Participation builds intent. Hands-on participation was associated with substantially higher purchase intent, with 85% of deeply engaged attendees reporting they were more likely to purchase.

"This research gives teams a stronger foundation for deciding what to prioritize, what to measure and what to change next time," said Beki Winchel, VP, Marketing at Spiro. "The more we learn about what works, the better we can get at designing for it."

From Research to Practical Application

The growing EMIR toolkit helps experiential marketers put the research to work, with a Maturity Assessment Workbook to identify where they can improve, plus a Finance Conversation Guide to build stronger internal investment conversations.

To download EMIR: The Deeper Dive and explore the strategic EMIR toolkit, visit Spiro.com.

About Spiro

Spiro is a global experiential agency built around a simple belief: great experiences create stronger bonds between brands and customers. We call that Brand Gravity™. Through strategy, creativity, production and measurement, Spiro creates experiences that strengthen those relationships and turn them into meaningful customer and business outcomes. Learn more at spiro.com.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Doxim®, the leading Customer Communications Management (CCM) provider serving highly regulated markets, has been named a Major Player in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Intelligent Customer Communication Management 2026 Vendor Assessment (doc #US54131626, September 2026).

The IDC MarketScape report is a vendor assessment framework that evaluates technology and service providers in the CCM market. It is designed to help buyers compare vendors based on their current capabilities and future strategy, using quantitative and qualitative criteria to provide an in-depth assessment of each vendor. For the Intelligent Customer Communications Management (CCM) software market, IDC considers areas including AI and automation strategy, governance and compliance, and the ability to reduce operational and administrative burden.

Built around one platform, one price, and real outcomes, Doxim brings customer communications, digital interactions, payments, and AI together with a single-solution approach for highly regulated industries. Its end-to-end solution supports the full communications lifecycle, helping organizations create, manage, and deliver crucial communications across digital and print channels at scale.

"Organizations in highly regulated industries are under pressure to create experiences that customers want while maintaining compliance and managing costs," said Scott Biel, Chief Revenue Officer at Doxim. "We simplify the creation, delivery, and management of digital and print communications so institutions can invest in better outcomes for their customers. We're proud to be named as a Major Player in the 2026 IDC MarketScape Report and remain committed to supporting these organizations as their communication needs evolve."

Doxim is an established CCM provider, combining customer communications technology, managed services, and industry expertise to address the evolving needs of highly regulated industries.

About Doxim

Doxim is the customer communications management and engagement technology leader serving highly regulated markets, including financial services, utilities, and healthcare. Doxim provides omnichannel communications and payment solutions that maximize customer engagement and revenue while reducing costs. Its software and technology-enabled managed services address key digitization, operational efficiency, and customer experience challenges through a suite of plug-and-play, integrated SaaS software and technology solutions. Learn more at http://www.doxim.com.

About IDC MarketScape:

IDC MarketScape vendor assessment model is designed to provide an overview of the competitive fitness of technology and service suppliers in a given market. The research utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of each supplier's position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success factors of technology suppliers can be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective suppliers.

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Strategic Relationship Utilizes Embedded On-Device Computing Enabling U.S. Insurers of all Sizes with or without UBI Programs to Take Advantage of Transparent, Cost-Effective Telematics Intelligence

ATLANTA, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LexisNexis® Risk Solutions, a leading provider of data and analytics for the insurance and automotive industries, and IMS, a global connected insurance technology company, today announced the integration of the LexisNexis® Drive Metrics scoring model into the IMS EdgeSDK™ to benefit U.S. auto insurance carriers and consumers through an all-new smartphone-based telematics solution that gives drivers the ability to share driving data with their insurers. This integration enables more insurers to launch or improve existing usage-based insurance (UBI) programs, taking advantage of potentially significant cost savings, 50% or more1, by eliminating cloud processing and storage fees associated with traditional telematics programs and reinforcing user transparency and data privacy.

Integrating the Drive Metrics model into the EdgeSDK redefines how driving data is managed for auto insurance underwriting, supporting more precise risk assessment and more personalized pricing. Driving behavior information stays on the user's device while generating industry-leading scores and attributes that can be quickly incorporated into existing workflows and are consistent across LexisNexis® Telematics Solutions. While the collaboration between LexisNexis Risk Solutions and IMS facilitates a more cost-effective way to execute an insurer-led UBI program, it can also support use cases across the insurance continuum, potentially making normalized data accessible and scalable for a deeper understanding of risk and a better experience for consumers, from the point of quote to claim.

Key Highlights

- The IMS EdgeSDK with the LexisNexis Drive Metrics model can be seamlessly embedded into an existing insurance company app, or an insurer can utilize the IMS white-label app, reducing complexity and promoting scalability across an insurer's portfolio.

- The IMS EdgeSDK integrated with the LexisNexis Drive Metrics model improves the operational expense of UBI, reducing costs up to 50% to 80%2 by eliminating cloud processing and storage fees associated with traditional telematics programs.

- Together, IMS EdgeSDK, incorporating the LexisNexis Drive Metrics model, generates driving scores and attributes that can be seamlessly integrated into an insurer's workflow via a single point of execution while keeping the user's data on their smartphone device.

- The LexisNexis Drive Metrics model has been shown to provide 79% improvement above3 standard rating factors.

"The innovation of Drive Metrics and the sophistication of EdgeSDK disrupt the status quo, and what makes this approach especially powerful is the potential – smartphone-based driving insights, vehicle-generated telematics and the industry's broadest collection of insurance risk and claims intelligence, all to benefit insurers and consumers," said Jeffery Batiste, senior vice president and general manager, auto and home insurance, LexisNexis Risk Solutions. "Together, these data assets provide a more complete view of risk, helping insurers improve segmentation, strengthen underwriting decisions, streamline operations and increase confidence in the data used throughout the insurance lifecycle."

"IMS EdgeSDK and LexisNexis Drive Metrics have the potential to make driving intelligence genuinely mainstream," said Paul Stacy, CEO, IMS. "Together, we're making it possible to put a powerful driving score mechanism into the insurance apps customers already know and use. This gives more drivers the opportunity to use their own driving data to unlock personalized pricing. This is the next-gen approach to usage-based insurance, simple and scalable. It creates a truly scalable foundation for pricing, engagement, and future connected insurance services."

Drive Metrics and IMS EdgeSDK together redefine the cost structure of using telematics to assess driving behavior data by combining on-device computing with exclusive analytics from LexisNexis Risk Solutions. The cost and operational challenges of conventional UBI programs have traditionally constrained auto insurers' program growth objectives despite consumer demand for more personalized pricing and insurers' need for driving insights across their portfolios.

Click here to learn more about LexisNexis Drive Metrics and IMS EdgeSDK.

About LexisNexis Risk Solutions

LexisNexis® Risk Solutions provides customers with information-based analytics and decision tools that combine public and industry-specific content with advanced technology and algorithms to assist them in evaluating and predicting risk and enhancing operational efficiency. Headquartered in metro Atlanta, Georgia, the company has offices throughout the world, serves customers in more than 190 countries and territories and is part of RELX. For more information, please visit LexisNexis Risk Solutions. 

About IMS 

IMS is a global connected insurance technology company, helping insurers use driving data to improve pricing and underwriting, engage customers, manage risk and transform claims outcomes. Its award-winning DriveSync® platform supports data from smartphones, connected vehicles and telematics devices, while its latest Edge Intelligence™ capabilities bring advanced analytics directly onto the mobile device - enabling more transparent, privacy-conscious and cost-effective connected propositions at scale.

For more info, visit www.ims.tech.

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Regional Court Berlin II grants injunction against the majority of challenged statements; finds Schirp failed to give Xryma Plc an opportunity to respond before publicly accusing it of investment fraud and money laundering

BERLIN and NICOSIA, Cyprus, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Xryma Plc ("Xryma", formerly "ISX Financial EU Plc"), a banktech group providing regulated cross-border open banking, international transactional banking and real-time EU and UK payment services, announces that the Regional Court Berlin II (Landgericht Berlin II, Case No. 2 O 72/26) has ruled largely in favour of Xryma Plc. Accordingly, the Court ordered the law firm Schirp Schmidt-Morsbach Rechtsanwälte ("Schirp") to stop making or repeating the majority of the public statements Xryma had challenged in connection with the "Juicy Fields" matter (named after Juicy Holdings B.V. and Juicy Grow GmbH, the companies behind the case). Failure by Schirp to comply with the order could carry a fine of up to €250,000 or a contempt sentence of up to six months' imprisonment.

The challenged statements covered by the injunction include assertions published by Schirp on its own websites and via third-party platforms including EQS News, Ad-hoc-News and TradingView, claiming there were "very good reasons" or "sufficient grounds for suspicion" to hold Xryma responsible for investment fraud or money laundering, describing among others Xryma as "one party involved in the crime… still active in the market," and stating that Schirp had sent letters of demand accusing Xryma of money laundering. The Court found that these statements infringe Xryma's rights and ordered Schirp to stop making or repeating them. The false assertion of "money-laundering allegations" by Schirp is covered by the injunction.

The Court's reasoning was that Schirp went beyond permissible "suspicion-based reporting" by not giving Xryma an opportunity to respond before publicly accusing it, adding that a law firm addressing the public is bound by the same German press-law principles as press media, and is separately subject to a duty of objectivity under Section 43b of the German Federal Lawyers' Act on the Professional Code of Conduct for Lawyers (BRAO).

The Court noted, in particular, that no criminal investigation has been opened against any Xryma officer or employee, and that Schirp's publications were aimed at winning clients rather than informing the public. Xryma confirms that no criminal investigation has been opened against the Company, any of its officers or employees in relation to this or any other matter.

"We welcome the Court's ruling. It confirms what we have said from the outset: Xryma Plc, formerly ISX Financial EU Plc, was publicly accused of serious crimes, in explicit terms, without Schirp asking for our position or informing the public that we dispute the allegations. The Court found that Schirp fell short of what German law requires, including those expected of a law firm that was intent on building a client base around these claims. Separately, Schirp also claims to be running "multi million euro civil claims" against Xryma Plc, which to date, total less than €240,000 across 6 claimants, each of which claim Xryma is vigorously defending. Law firms should conduct themselves to a higher standard when making public claims.", stated Nikogiannis Karantzis, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Xryma Plc.

"Xryma has always taken its regulatory obligations very seriously. No investigation has been opened into Xryma or any of its officers or employees. We continue to cooperate with the authorities examining the Juicy Fields matter, including providing data and witness statements to law enforcement agencies."

About Xryma Plc

Xryma Plc (formerly ISX Financial EU Plc) is a regulated European banktech group that develops banking technology via its Probanx® subsidiary and operates digital payment services underpinned by direct central-bank settlement. Xryma is one of the first non-bank participants authorised to connect directly to the Eurosystem's T2 RTGS and TIPS platforms. The Company holds Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorisations in the EU and offers multi-currency corporate accounts.

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Partnership pairs SCENA's national reality-capture capacity with GeoComm's public safety grade location intelligence to support multi-site and high-complexity indoor mapping programs.

ST. CLOUD, Minn. and MARIETTA, Ga., Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GeoComm, a leader in public safety grade location intelligence, and SCENA, a national reality-capture and geospatial services provider, today announced a partnership focused on delivering indoor mapping at scale, helping organizations with large, distributed, or complex facility portfolios turn physical space into structured, operational GIS data.

As indoor mapping programs grow in scale and complexity, having access to a range of capture technologies and delivery capacity becomes increasingly valuable. Coordinating field teams across dozens or hundreds of locations, matching capture technology to each facility's complexity, and keeping deliverables consistent across an entire portfolio all become more important as programs scale.

Through the partnership, GeoComm and SCENA combine complementary strengths built for that scale. SCENA brings national field capacity and a broad technology set, including LiDAR scanning, Matterport-based digital twins, 360-degree imagery, point clouds, drone capture, and as-built documentation, adding to the range of capture approaches GeoComm can bring to a project. GeoComm brings public safety grade location intelligence expertise, GIS data quality standards, and the operational context needed to prepare indoor data for safety and mission-critical use.

As part of GeoComm's broader services ecosystem strategy, the partnership extends GeoComm's capacity to support larger and more complex indoor mapping engagements, including multi-site programs, higher education campuses, and other facility types where scale and richer building documentation add real value.

"GeoComm has built its reputation on the strength and credibility of our public safety GIS expertise, backed by one of the largest public safety focused GIS staff in the nation," said Nate Ekdahl, Director of Services Strategy, GeoComm. "The partnerships we build are a two-way exchange: the right partners strengthen what we can offer our customers, and we look to do the same for them. SCENA's national capacity and range of capture technology give us another way to support that exchange, while GeoComm stays focused on the data quality and public safety standards our customers depend on."

By coordinating capabilities across the project lifecycle, GeoComm and SCENA can help organizations run larger indoor mapping initiatives with fewer fragmented handoffs and more consistent documentation across every site.

Through the partnership, customers can:

- Capture existing conditions across large, multi-site, or geographically distributed facility portfolios.

- Match capture technology, including LiDAR, digital twins, 360 imagery, drone capture, or point clouds, to the needs of each facility.

- Convert captured data into structured, operational indoor GIS data.

- Deploy consistent documentation standards across multiple buildings, campuses, or regions.

- Reduce coordination burden on internal teams managing large-scale capture programs.

- Establish indoor maps that support safety, emergency planning, and day-to-day facility operations.

"It's an honor to partner with GeoComm, a company that has long been a leader in public safety grade location intelligence and a trusted name among the agencies and responders who depend on it every day. SCENA has spent more than a decade capturing complex facilities across the country and joining forces with a team of GeoComm's caliber lets us deliver indoor data that is not only accurate to the building but ready for the moments that matter most. We share a deep commitment to helping first responders, campuses, and communities stay safer, and we're excited about what we can build together. In fact, we're already exploring what comes next: bringing that trusted data into immersive, responder-ready digital twins, so crews walking into a building for the first time can know it before they arrive," said Troy Rushing, Founder and CEO, SCENA.

The partnership adds a high-capacity, technology-flexible delivery option to GeoComm's growing services ecosystem, giving organizations with large or complex indoor mapping needs a coordinated path from physical space to trusted, public safety grade location intelligence.

About GeoComm

GeoComm provides public safety grade location data and maps that technology partners embed to bring operational context and trusted location intelligence into critical workflows. Through indoor and outdoor mapping, flexible integrations, and actively maintained data, GeoComm helps partners strengthen their platforms with better operational context and shared situational awareness. Together, these capabilities help partners deliver the shared operational picture agencies, organizations, and responders need, supporting faster, more informed decisions across critical operations. Learn more at geocomm.com.

About SCENA

SCENA® is a national reality-capture and digital twin company headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. Since 2015, SCENA has documented existing conditions for AEC firms, contractors, property owners, and public safety agencies. Its services include LiDAR scanning, Matterport digital twins, photogrammetry, drone capture, and scan-to-BIM, delivered through 14 field offices nationwide. SCENA was named to the Bulldog 100, ranking No. 21 among the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by University of Georgia alumni. SCENA's SecureTwin® platform turns high-accuracy building scans into secure, role-based digital twins built for first responders and school safety teams. Learn more at scena.us.

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Live competition at Edge: The Tech and Data Forum showcases proptech companies solving real problems across the entire real estate lifecycle — from getting found to closing to running the business

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- T3 Sixty and Real Estate News today named nine finalists for the 2026 Edge Pitch Battle, a live competition at Edge: The Tech and Data Forum, taking place Oct. 28-29 in Dallas. Chosen from a competitive field, the finalists are early- to growth-stage companies with products selected for solving real problems, not for buzz. Collectively, they span the full arc of a real estate transaction: helping agents and brokerages get found, match with the right clients, close deals and run smarter businesses, with something for agents, teams and brokerages, and MLSs and associations alike. At the event, the finalists face off in a live, multi-round competition, judged on product quality and differentiation, business impact, market opportunity and pitch quality. A winner and a crowd favorite will be named at the closing session.

"The Edge Pitch Battle was created to identify real products solving real problems, not theory," said Bryson Creighton, senior vice president of technology consulting at T3 Sixty. "This year's finalists cover the entire lifecycle of a real estate transaction, and every one of them is already delivering value for customers today. That's the caliber of innovation we want in front of the Edge audience."

The 2026 Edge Pitch Battle finalists, in alphabetical order:

- 10xSearch — helps real estate firms get found and cited across today's search and AI answer engines.

- Agent Buddi — a hands-free assistant for agents, including newly launched safety features such as background checks and distress detection.

- FIJIapp — brokerage valuation and confidential buyer matching for owners exploring a merger or sale.

- homhub — an open, peer-to-peer listing and operating system that reimagines the traditional MLS model.

- Open Houses Direct — a modern open-house platform connecting agents with prospective buyers.

- Pairgap — expands access to homeownership through co-buying and affordability tools.

- Purlin — an end-to-end platform that guides a transaction from search to close; the most scaled of this year's group.

- RealAnalytica — analytics and data that help brokerages make sharper business decisions.

- VIZO — matches consumers with the agent best suited to their needs.

Edge: The Tech and Data Forum takes place Oct. 28-29, 2026 in Dallas. To register or learn more, visit www.t3summit.com/edge.

About T3 Sixty

T3 Sixty is the leader in management consultancy and research in the residential real estate industry. Now in its 28th year of operation, the company is also the leading publisher of many annual reports, including the Swanepoel Trends Report, Swanepoel Power 200 and the Real Estate Almanac. For more information, visit www.t3sixty.com.

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Tyco Fire Products LP (Tyco Fire) are alerting the public again about serious, potentially fatal fire-safety hazards posed by the failure to replace previously recalled Central Sprinkler fire sprinkler heads that may still be installed in homes, residential facilities, and commercial buildings across the United States.

The affected sprinklers, manufactured from the mid-1970s to June 2001, were originally recalled in July 2001. The recall was subsequently modified in May 2003 and closed on August 31, 2007, after millions of sprinkler heads were replaced. Minerals, salts, and other contaminants in water can degrade the rubber O-ring seals, which can cause the sprinkler heads to fail to activate during a fire. Despite a multi–year remediation effort, and National Fire Protection Association standards requiring annual, 5-year, and 20-year inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire suppression systems, a significant number of unremediated recalled sprinklers may remain in service, potentially posing hazards to consumers.

On July 13, 2025, a fire occurred at an assisted living facility in Fall River, MA. The fire claimed the lives of ten residents and injured dozens more. The facility had not replaced dozens of recalled sprinkler heads, despite identification during a prior fire-safety inspection. The fire underscores the need to remind facilities of the dangers posed by unremediated sprinklers and encourage remediation wherever recalled units are still in use.

CPSC and Tyco Fire are strongly urging all consumers, businesses, property managers, and governmental entities to take the following steps:

- Inspect all building fire sprinklers immediately to determine whether any units are subject to the recall.

- Replace all recalled sprinklers using a qualified fire-protection professional.

- Review historical maintenance records to confirm whether recalled units were previously identified and removed.

- Alert building managers, HOAs, facility administrators, schools, hospitals, nursing homes, and any organization responsible for older structures or vulnerable populations.

This campaign represents an ongoing commitment by CPSC and Tyco Fire to ensuring fire safety and protecting the public from hazardous recalled products.

For further information, please visit www.tyco-fire.com/Central-Sprinkler-O-Ring-Notice.

About CPSC

CPSC is the federal agency charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury associated with thousands of types of consumer products. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. Since the agency was established more than 50 years ago, CPSC has worked to ensure the safety of consumer products, contributing to a decline in related injuries.

Federal law prohibits any person from selling products subject to a Commission-ordered recall or to a voluntary recall undertaken in consultation with CPSC.

For lifesaving information:

- Visit CPSC.gov.

- Sign up to receive our e-mail alerts.

- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, BlueSky, Threads, LinkedIn and Truth Social.

- Report a dangerous product or a product-related injury on www.SaferProducts.gov.

- Call CPSC's Hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 800-638-8270).

- Contact a media specialist. 

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"Explore Beyond Event" offers up to $2,000 USD Shipboard Credit per suite on select sailings in 2026 through 2029

SEATTLE, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn is encouraging travelers to plan their next voyage of exploration with the launch of the new "Explore Beyond Event," a limited-time offer providing up to $2,000 USD in Shipboard Credit per suite on select sailings in 2026 through 2029. The promotion is available on new bookings made between September 23 and November 16, 2026.

Benefits of the Explore Beyond Event include:

- Up to $2,000 USD Shipboard Credit per suite

- Reduced deposits in select markets, including the U.S., Canada and Australia

The Explore Beyond Event highlights some of Seabourn's most popular itineraries, including its 2027 and 2028 Mediterranean voyages, where guests can experience the region through curated shore excursions and signature Seabourn events. Highlights include Seabourn's signature "Evening at Ephesus" private concert beneath the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey, local market visits and culinary experiences through "Shopping with the Chef," and itineraries that connect iconic destinations with lesser-known ports throughout the Mediterranean. The event also features select voyages in Northern Europe, Alaska, the Arctic, Antarctica, and Canada & New England, offering opportunities for exploration across some of the world's most remarkable destinations.

"The Explore Beyond Event showcases the breadth of experiences available across our global voyages," said Mark Tamis, president of Seabourn. "Whether exploring local cultures and flavors in the Mediterranean through Shopping with the Chef, discovering the vibrant islands of the Caribbean, or venturing to the remote reaches of the Arctic, guests can experience how exploration and luxury come together at Seabourn through the immersive destination experiences we offer, the personalized service we are known for, and our intimate yacht-like ships."

Guests can use their shipboard credit to enhance their voyage through a variety of onboard and shoreside experiences, including shore excursions, spa treatments, boutique purchases and the upgraded Stream Wi-Fi Package powered by Starlink. Shipboard credit may also be applied toward reservations at The Retreat on Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Ovation, private guided tours, culinary experiences, and other destination-focused explorations.

Sample sailings include:

- Mediterranean - 8-Day Italy, France & Tunisia (April 30 – May 8, 2027)

Sail aboard Seabourn Ovation from Genoa to Rome, discovering Mediterranean cultures, historic port cities, and coastal landscapes across Italy, France, and Tunisia. Guests can explore the region's rich history, cuisine and seaside charm, with opportunities to connect more deeply with local cultures and flavors along the way.

- Caribbean - 7-Day Treasures Of Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao (Jan. 2-9, 2027)

Explore the sun-soaked Southern Caribbean aboard Seabourn Ovation, visiting the islands of Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao. This voyage combines colorful colonial architecture, crystal-clear waters, vibrant local culture and opportunities for snorkeling, watersports and seaside exploration in some of the Caribbean's most picturesque destinations.

- Northern Europe - 7-Day Sweden, Denmark & Kiel Canal (Aug. 7 – 14, 2027)

Explore the heart of Northern Europe aboard Seabourn Quest, sailing between Sweden and Denmark and transiting Germany's famed Kiel Canal. The itinerary combines historic cities, Scandinavian culture, and unique maritime scenery in one of Europe's most fascinating regions.

- Arctic - 14-Day Wild Isles of the North Atlantic (June 19 – July 3, 2027)

Sail aboard Seabourn Venture through the North Atlantic, where remote islands, dramatic coastlines, and wildlife-rich waters create an unforgettable expedition experience. The voyage connects destinations such as the Shetland and Faroe Islands and Iceland, with opportunities for deeper exploration led by Seabourn's expedition team.

- Antarctica - 11-Day The Great White Continent (March 13 – 24, 2027)

Journey deep into Antarctica aboard Seabourn Pursuit, exploring one of the world's most remote and awe-inspiring destinations. Guests can experience towering ice formations, remarkable wildlife, and expedition activities led by a world-class expedition team of experts while enjoying the comfort and service of Seabourn's purpose-built luxury expedition ship. https://www.seabourn.com/en/ca/find-a-cruise/s7j10gan2/p722

- Alaska - 14-Day Alaska Glaciers, Fjords & Inside Passage (June 25 – July 9, 2027)

Roundtrip from Vancouver aboard Seabourn Encore, this immersive Alaska voyage combines dramatic glacier viewing, scenic fjords, and the Inside Passage with visits to coastal communities throughout the region. Guests experience Alaska's rugged wilderness and abundant wildlife while enjoying the intimate atmosphere of a small ship.

Since 1988, Seabourn has defined luxury small-ship travel, pioneering an intimate style of cruising designed to feel like a private yacht. Today, its fleet of luxury ships takes guests to all seven continents, combining personalized service, spacious suites and immersive destination experiences that bring travelers closer to the places they visit.

A complete list of applicable sailings for the "Explore Beyond Event" can be found here.

For more details about Seabourn, or to explore the worldwide selection of Seabourn cruising options, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391, visit www.seabourn.com, or contact a professional travel advisor.

About Seabourn: 

Seabourn represents the pinnacle of luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a fleet of five modern ships. The all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers.

Seabourn is part of Carnival Corporation, the world's largest cruise company with a portfolio of cruise lines operating in over 800 ports & destinations worldwide. (NYSE: CCL).

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