French Sales Subsidiary Eisai S.A.S. to Divest Rights for Loxapac And Parkinane LP to CNX Therapeutics
Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that its French sales subsidiary Eisai S.A.S. entered into an agreement to transfer the rights in France, the French Overseas Territories and Algeria (the “Territory”) for the antipsychotic, “Loxapac” (generic name: loxapine) and the Parkinson’s disease treatment “Parkinane LP” (generic name: trihexyphenidyl hydrochloride) to CNX Therapeutics Limited. Following the signature of this agreement, a transition period had opened during which the required implementation steps will be carried out in order for CNX to become able to operate directly the business, including the regulatory steps for the transfer of the relevant marketing authorizations and exploitant status. Under the terms of the agreement, Eisai S.A.S. will receive 56.5 million euro as a lump-sum contract payment upon completing the transaction. Eisai anticipates no changes to its consolidated financial forecast for the period ending March 31, 2024.
Eisai S.A.S. acquired the rights to both treatments in the Territory in July 2002 and has been marketing them since. With the conclusion of this agreement, Eisai believes that the value of both treatments in the Territory will be maximized based on CNX’s ongoing commitment serving patients in to the fields of psychiatry and neurology.
Driven by our hhc concept, Eisai strives to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas: Neurology, Oncology and Global Health. As an hhc eco company, Eisai aims to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities by creating solutions through building an ecosystem in collaboration with other industries.
About CNX Therapeutics Limited
CNX Therapeutics (“CNX”) is a speciality pharmaceutical company committed to improving the lives of patients by providing access to essential medicines. CNX commercializes and distributes a portfolio of pharmaceuticals for neurological, psychiatric and hospital emergencies in over 40 countries worldwide, both directly and through strategic partnerships.
CNX is an attractive partner for companies who are looking for a pan-European partner for Central Nervous System (CNS) and niche injectable products, which is committed to the highest standards of ethics and sustainability.
CNX has a pioneering approach to Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), which forms a key part of its mission.
Media Inquiries: Public Relations Department, Eisai Co., Ltd. +81-(0)3-3817-5120
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) announced today that sales of its evolved GR Yaris are to start on April 8 through Toyota vehicle dealers across Japan. It also announced the start today of accepting applications in its purchasing lotteries for the GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Sébastien Ogier Edition” (Ogier Edition) and the GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Kalle Rovanperä Edition” (Rovanperä Edition)―two evolved GR Yaris special editions supervised by TGR World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) members Sébastien Ogier and Kalle Rovanperä―limited to 100 units each through GR Garage locations nationwide.
The GR Yaris RZ “High performance” (6-speed manual transmission) (left) and GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRIDThe GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Sébastien Ogier Edition” (left) and GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Kalle Rovanperä Edition”
Ever-better motorsports-bred cars
TGR has continued to compete in various motorsports following the debut of the GR Yaris in 2020. It has been implementing “driver-first car-making” through repeated “breaking and fixing” in extreme environments and reflecting feedback from professional race drivers and evaluation drivers, as well as from Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda, a.k.a. Morizo. This time, under the slogan of “Thanks for breaking it” directed at the drivers who pushed the vehicle to its limits, and while continuing to take on challenges in the face of failures, TGR reflected drivers’ opinions not only in the evolved GR Yaris’ power unit but also in its body, interior, exterior, and elsewhere to comprehensively enhance vehicle performance.
Based on Morizo’s desire to provide the fun of driving to as many people as possible and expand the base of motorsports, the 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission has joined the GR Yaris lineup. Also, recognizing that the cockpit plays a key role in delivering high-level driving performance, efforts were made with the help of professional race drivers to achieve an ideal sports car cockpit. In addition to reviewing the driving position, the control panel and display have been tilted 15 degrees toward the driver, with Super Taikyu Series and Japanese Rally Championship race cars serving as a motif, and visibility and operability have been refined, such as by positioning switches for ease of use even when the driver is harnessed to the seat.
For more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/toyota/40543680.html.
BERGEN OP ZOOM, NETHERLANDS, Jan 29, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Komet Sales and Axerrio have merged. With this collaboration, they combine the expertise and experience of both organizations in the field of IT in the floral industry. This enables them to accelerate their growth and expedite the development of their software products. Additionally, they will integrate their e-commerce platforms, creating an extensive supply network that connects the Netherlands, Europe, North America, and South America.
Komet Sales (“Komet”), the leading software provider for the floral industry in North and South America, is pleased to announce the merger with Axerrio, a leading software provider for the floral industry in the Netherlands and Europe. The merger brings new value to the customers of both companies by expanding access to new functionalities and allowing customers to access an extensive network of buyers and sellers through Komet’s and Axerrio’s e-commerce networks. The current Axerrio team will continue to lead Axerrio’s growth strategy.
Axerrio, headquartered in Bergen op Zoom, Netherlands, has become one of the largest software providers for floral companies in the Netherlands and Europe. Axerrio’s solutions and team bring in-depth expertise driving e-commerce and procurement management in Dutch auction and private channels. Furthermore, Axerrio’s solution excels in production management and integrates seamlessly with retail systems for the smooth sale and production of bouquets and plant arrangements. After the merger, the companies will work on a seamless integration between Axerrio and the Komet solutions.
In addition to the e-commerce platform, the Komet corporate family includes the following subsidiaries: UNOSOF, the leading software provider for flower growers in South America; Floral Computer Systems (FCS) SmartSystem, the most widely used solution for flower wholesale in the United States; and Komet Sales, the leading ERP system for flower importers and large-scale wholesalers. In conjunction with Axerrio, these solutions form a range of products designed to seamlessly connect suppliers with their customers throughout the entire supply chain of flowers and plants. They assist growers in marketing their products on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. They enable importers and wholesalers to source products from a broader range of suppliers while achieving operational efficiency and improved sales velocity. This combination aligns perfectly with Axerrio and Komet’s commitment to providing innovative and comprehensive solutions to their customers. Additionally, many customers using Komet, UNOSOF, or FCS already have business relationships with Axerrio’s customers, providing immediate opportunities for synergy and new functionality.
“Our vision is to provide software that allows floral businesses to seamlessly manage their operations, grow their revenue, and enhance their margins,” said Chris Beals, CEO of Komet Sales. “With the addition of Axerrio to our family of companies, we bring a great team and in-depth software capabilities for Dutch and European organizations with expertise in retail, production, and integrated e-commerce aboard. Furthermore, the extensive e-commerce network between the companies will enable customers to sell more easily to new buyers and regions.”
Existing customers of both Komet Sales and Axerrio can expect a seamless transition and support. The integration of Axerrio’s expertise and technologies, especially in the production of bouquets and plant arrangements for retail, will further enhance the value and capabilities of Komet’s products.
“We are excited to join forces with Komet to deliver even better solutions to our current and future customers,” said Nardi Rens, CEO and co-founder of Axerrio. “Together, we will be able to offer an even more comprehensive and innovative range of products and services to help our customers in their daily operations and growth ambitions.” Nardi will continue as CEO of the growing Axerrio team in the Netherlands and Europe.
Komet and Axerrio have ambitious plans to integrate American and European product classification and systems to enhance cross-selling among customers. With these developments and improved functionality, customers can anticipate the constantly evolving floral industry.
For media inquiries, please contact Elena Mejia at elena@kometsales.com.
About Komet:
Komet is the parent company of Komet Sales, UNOSOF, and FCS, the leading providers of software solutions for flower importers, producers, and wholesalers in the American floral industry. Komet also manages the K2K Floral e-commerce platform, the leading B2B e-commerce network in North and South America. Komet’s customers collectively drive the floral industry in North and South America and represent some of the largest companies in the sector. With their software solutions, Komet and its subsidiaries share a common vision to streamline their customers’ operations, increase revenue, and improve margins.
About Axerrio:
Since 1995, Axerrio has successfully implemented the Axerrio Business Software (ABS) at more than 90 companies. Currently, the software serves as a daily trading and process management tool for over 1,000 professionals in the floral industry and thousands of their customers through the Axerrio e-commerce solution. Axerrio offers a comprehensive business solution that includes ERP software, ICT infrastructure, user and process support, and maintenance.
Contact Information
Elena Mejia Marketing Coordinator elena@kometsales.com (786) 772-3375
Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that its Thai sales subsidiary Eisai (Thailand) Marketing Co., Ltd., (Eisai Thailand) has made an agreement to collaborate with the Department of Medical Services (DMS), Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) of Thailand to further enhance the access to treatments for dementia including Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in Thailand.
In Thailand, the number of people suffering from dementia is expected to increase significantly from the current 700 thousand to 2 million by 2050 due to the rapid aging of the population.*1 Dementia and AD are the third leading cause of death among women (7.1% of total deaths) and the ninth leading cause of death for men (3.3% of total deaths),*2 making the need to build a system to counter dementia urgent.
With this agreement, Eisai Thailand and DMS have identified three key challenges to addressing issues regarding dementia and AD in Thailand: (1) raising disease awareness for Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and dementia including AD (2) improving diagnosis infrastructure for MCI and dementia including AD and ensuring civilian access to these services (3) ensuring total care by building a dementia community and ecosystem for people with dementia and their families.
Formulation of disease guidelines by the state is essential to address these challenges. Eisai Thailand and DMS will jointly conduct surveys and other initiatives to establish such guidelines. Additionally, both organizations will promote implementation of these guidelines in collaboration with various stakeholders, including those from different industries, to develop an ecosystem dedicated to dementia, seeking to establish a strong support system for the dementia community in Thailand.
Eisai will continue to support people with dementia and their families to “live their fullest lives” to effectively achieve social good in the form of “relieving anxiety over health” and “reducing health disparities”.
(1) Alzheimer’s Disease International. & Alzheimer’s Australia. (2014). Dementia in the Asia Pacific Region. London: Alzheimer’s Disease International. (2) Burden of Disease Thailand Report 2019
Media Inquiries: Public Relations Department, Eisai Co., Ltd. +81-(0)3-3817-5120
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces its sales, production, and export results for October 2023 as well as the cumulative total from January to October 2023, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd.
Highlights: – Global sales were up year-on-year supported by solid demand in regions including North America and Europe. Global and overseas sales also reached a record high for October. – Global production was up year-on-year as a result of solid demand. Production outside of Japan reached a record high for single month, and Global production also reached a record high for October. – We will continue to carefully monitor the parts supply situation and make every effort to deliver as many vehicles as possible to our customers at the earliest date.
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This document also includes sales, production, and export results and data concerning electrified vehicles sales and Lexus sales for every month in the past two years.
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