Day: October 4, 2022

SWANZEY, N.H., Oct. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Moore Nanotechnology Systems (“Nanotech”), a leading global supplier of ultra-precision machining systems, announces the grand opening of their Global Training and Process Development Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Mark Boomgarden, President and CEO of Nanotech shared, “Nanotech is very excited to announce the grand opening of our Global Training and Process Development Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Although the initial focus of this facility is to provide customer-specific training and industry-leading process development, it also provides Nanotech incremental production capacity to meet the demands of a rapidly growing market.”

Nanotech purchased and recently completed the upfit of a 50,000 ft² building located in the Northpark Corporate Park – Charlotte, NC.

Nanotech’s core technology and employee base is in Swanzey, New Hampshire, and this foundation is fundamental to the products and services in which they provide. But as the organization continues to grow, Nanotech needed to find an ecosystem to help foster and accelerate this growth, and the Charlotte region allows Nanotech access to a world-class university, an international airport, and a city with the infrastructure to support a global footprint.

Robert Keynton, Dean of Engineering at UNC Charlotte added, “One of the advantages of having Nanotech expand their facilities here in Charlotte is that it strengthens our collaborations and our relationship, to include the hiring of our students.” Keynton continued, “But it also enables them access to the cutting-edge research our faculty are doing and to incorporate that knowledge into their systems.”

Nanotech continues to see significant growth as the requirements for optical systems become more and more complex and evolve from both real to virtual applications. The knowledge and process development required to support the manufacturing of these systems has also dramatically increased.

Scott Gerhart, Vice President Nanotech Sales and Service commented “Training and application support are fundamental to our product and service offerings, and in today’s markets, are expected by our customers.” Gerhart continued, “Because of this, our business depends on hiring the top talent available in the ultra-precision machining world. The students that are coming out of the Precision Manufacturing and Metrology Programs at UNC Charlotte are extremely well-prepared for the kind of roles we need to be successful at Nanotech.”

Paul Vermette, Vice President of Engineering stated, “As our customer’s continue to advance their in-house capabilities to meet the industry’s demanding product requirements, Nanotech continues to stay 1 to 2 generations ahead of the curve.” Vermette continued, “Our 5-year product & technology roadmap is built with customer input, which when combined with our internal investments, provides Nanotech the required strategic direction to achieve these goals.”

This new Nanotech facility is located at 6510 Northpark Blvd in Charlotte – fifteen minutes from both Uptown and Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The facility was renovated in 2022, to include the buildout of Class 10k cleanrooms, sitting on 24-inches of concrete isolation pads, and temperature control to +/- 0.1 degrees C. Additionally, the facility was upgraded to include temperature controlled high-bay manufacturing space, and a state-of-the-art training complex to support customer engagement.

Moore Nanotechnology Systems (Nanotech) was founded in Keene, New Hampshire in 1997 as a stand-alone subsidiary of the Moore Tool Company. In 2010, the company relocated into a modern, purpose-built facility in Swanzey, New Hampshire and in 2020 opened a facility in Concord, North Carolina. For over 25 years, Nanotech has been a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of state-of-the-art ultra-precision machine tools and associated processes (single point diamond turning, micro-milling, micro-grinding and glass press molding) for the production of advanced optical components in consumer electronics, space, defense, aerospace, lighting, medical and automotive sectors. Moore Tool, founded in 1924 and located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, has a long history in the precision and ultra-precision machine tool markets. Today, Moore Tool provides a complete line of high-performance CNC jig grinders, along with contract precision-manufacturing services certified to both ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D. Moore Nanotechnology Systems and Moore Tool are vertically integrated under the PMT Group.

Moore Nanotechnology Systems: www.nanotechsys.com
Moore Tool, Inc: www.mooretool.com

For further information, please contact: sales@nanotechsys.com

SWANZEY, N.H., Oct. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A Moore Nanotechnology Systems (“Nanotech”), fornecedora global líder de sistemas de usinagem de ultra precisão, anuncia a inauguração do seu Centro Global de Treinamento e de Desenvolvimento de Processos em Charlotte, Carolina do Norte.

Mark Boomgarden, Presidente e CEO da Nanotech disse: “A Nanotech está muito contente com a inauguração do nosso Centro Global de Treinamento e Desenvolvimento de Processos em Charlotte, Carolina do Norte. Embora o foco inicial seja fornecer treinamento específico para o cliente e o desenvolvimento de processos líder da indústria, o local fornece também a capacidade de produção incremental da Nanotech para atender a demanda do mercado em rápido crescimento.”

A Nanotech comprou e recentemente completou a modificação de um prédio de quase 5 mil m² no Northpark Corporate Park – Charlotte, NC.

A tecnologia central e a base de empregados da Nanotech estão em Swanzey, New Hampshire, e esta instalação é fundamental para os produtos e serviços que a empresa oferece. Com o crescimento da empresa, a Nanotech teve que encontrar um ecossistema para ajudar a fomentar e acelerar este crescimento. Em Charlotte a Nanotech tem acesso a uma universidade de categoria internacional, um aeroporto internacional, e uma cidade com a infraestrutura necessária para a sua presença global.

Robert Keynton, Reitor de Engenharia da UNC Charlotte acrescentou: “Uma das vantagens da expansão da Nanotech em Charlotte é a solidificação das nossas colaborações e do nosso relacionamento, para incluir a contratação dos nossos alunos.” Keynton continuou: “Além disso, viabiliza o a acesso à pesquisa de ponta que nossos professores estão realizando e a incorporação desse conhecimento nos seus sistemas.”

A Nanotech continua a ter um crescimento significativo com os requisitos de sistemas ópticos cada vez maiores e mais complexos, e a sua evolução para aplicações reais a virtuais. O conhecimento e o desenvolvimento dos processos necessários para apoiar a fabricação desses sistemas também aumentaram drasticamente.

Scott Gerhart, Vice-presidente de Vendas e Serviços da Nanotech, comentou: “O treinamento e suporte de aplicativos são fundamentais para as nossas ofertas de produtos e serviços, que hoje em dia são esperados pelos nossos clientes.” Gerhart continuou: “Por causa disso, a nossa empresa depende da contratação dos melhores talentos disponíveis no mundo da usinagem de ultra precisão. Os alunos recém-formados dos Programas de Fabricação e da Metrologia de Precisão em UNC Charlotte estão extremamente bem-preparados para o tipo de funções necessárias para o sucesso da Nanotech.”

Paul Vermette, Vice-Presidente de Engenharia disse: “Como os nossos clientes continuam a avançar suas capacidades internas para atender aos requisitos dos produtos exigentes da indústria, a Nanotech continua 1 a 2 gerações à frente da curva.” Vermette continuou: “Nosso plano de execução de produtos e tecnologia para os próximos 5 anos tem por base a contribuição do cliente, que, quando combinada com nossos investimentos internos, proporciona para a Nanotech a direção estratégica necessária para que possamos alcançar esses objetivos.”

A nova instalação da Nanotech está situada em 6510 Northpark Blvd em Charlotte – a quinze minutos de Uptown e do Charlotte Douglas International Airport. A instalação foi renovada em 2022 com a adição de salas limpas Classe 10k, em placas de concreto de isolamento de 24 polegadas, e controle de temperatura de +/- 0,1 graus C. Além disso, o espaço de fabricação passou a ter uma maior altura com controle de temperatura, e um complexo de treinamento de última geração para o maior envolvimento com o cliente.

A Moore Nanotechnology Systems (Nanotech) foi fundada em Keene, New Hampshire em 1997 como uma subsidiária autônoma da Moore Tool Company. Em 2010, a empresa se mudou para uma instalação moderna em Swanzey, New Hampshire, e em 2020 abriu uma instalação em Concord, Carolina do Norte. Há mais de 25 anos a Nanotech é líder mundial de design, desenvolvimento e fabricação de ferramentas de ultra precisão de última geração e processos associados (tornos de diamante de ponto único, micro moagem, micro trituração e moldagem por prensa de vidro) para a produção de componentes ópticos avançados para os setores de eletrônica de consumo, espaço, defesa, aeroespacial, iluminação, médicos e automotivos. A Moore Tool, fundada em 1924 e localizada em Bridgeport, Connecticut, tem uma longa história nos mercados de máquinas-ferramenta de precisão e ultra precisão. Atualmente a Moore Tool fornece uma linha completa de jig grinders CNC de alto desempenho, juntamente com serviços de fabricação de precisão de contrato certificados para ISO 9001:2015 e AS9100D. A Moore Nanotechnology Systems e a Moore Tool são integradas verticalmente sob o PMT Group.

Moore Nanotechnology Systems: www.nanotechsys.com
Moore Tool, Inc: www.mooretool.com

Para mais informações, contate: sales@nanotechsys.com

SWANZEY, New Hampshire, 04 oct. 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Moore Nanotechnology Systems (« Nanotech »), un fournisseur mondial de premier plan de systèmes d’usinage ultra-précis, annonce l’inauguration de son centre mondial de formation et de développement de processus à Charlotte, en Caroline du Nord.

Mark Boomgarden, président-directeur général de Nanotech, a déclaré : « Nanotech est très heureuse d’annoncer l’inauguration de son centre mondial de formation et de développement de processus à Charlotte, en Caroline du Nord. Bien que l’objectif initial de cette installation soit de fournir une formation spécifique aux clients et un développement de processus à la pointe de l’industrie, elle procure également à Nanotech une capacité de production supplémentaire pour répondre aux demandes d’un marché en rapide expansion. »

Nanotech a récemment acheté et achevé l’aménagement d’un bâtiment de plus de 4 500 m² situé dans le Northpark Corporate Park, à Charlotte, en Caroline du Nord.

La technologie fondamentale et la base d’employés de Nanotech se trouvent à Swanzey, dans le New Hampshire, et cette base est fondamentale pour les produits et services qu’ils fournissent. Mais à mesure que l’organisation continue de croître, Nanotech a besoin d’un écosystème pour stimuler et accélérer cette croissance, et la région de Charlotte lui permet d’accéder à une université de classe mondiale, à un aéroport international et à une ville dotée de l’infrastructure nécessaire pour soutenir une empreinte mondiale.

Robert Keynton, doyen de l’ingénierie à l’université de Caroline du Nord à Charlotte, a commenté : « L’un des avantages de voir Nanotech étendre ses installations ici à Charlotte est que cela renforce nos collaborations et nos relations, afin d’inclure le recrutement de nos étudiants. » M. Keynton a ajouté : « Mais cela lui permet également d’accéder aux recherches de pointe que notre corps professoral effectue et d’intégrer ces connaissances dans ses systèmes. »

Nanotech continue d’enregistrer une croissance significative alors que les exigences des systèmes optiques se complexifient et évoluent des applications réelles aux applications virtuelles. Les connaissances et le développement des processus nécessaires pour soutenir la fabrication de ces systèmes ont également considérablement augmenté.

Scott Gerhart, vice-président des ventes et du service chez Nanotech, a commenté : « La formation et l’assistance aux applications sont essentielles à nos offres de produits et de services, et sur les marchés actuels, sont attendus par nos clients. » M. Gerhart a poursuivi : « Pour cette raison, notre entreprise dépend de l’embauche des meilleurs talents disponibles dans le secteur de l’usinage ultra-précis. Les étudiants qui ont complété les programmes de formation à la fabrication de précision et la métrologie de l’université de Caroline du Nord à Charlotte sont extrêmement bien préparés pour le type de rôles dont nous avons besoin pour réussir chez Nanotech. »

Paul Vermette, vice-président de l’ingénierie, a déclaré : « Alors que nos clients continuent de faire progresser leurs capacités internes pour répondre aux exigences de l’industrie en matière de produits, Nanotech continue de garder 1 à 2 générations d’avance. » M. Vermette a ajouté : « Notre feuille de route sur 5 ans en matière de produits et technologies est construite avec la contribution des clients qui, lorsqu’elle est combinée à nos investissements internes, fournit à Nanotech l’orientation stratégique requise pour atteindre ces objectifs. »

Cette nouvelle installation de Nanotech est située au 6510 Northpark Blvd, à Charlotte, à quinze minutes du centre-ville et de l’aéroport international de Charlotte/Douglas. L’installation a été rénovée en 2022, pour inclure la construction de salles blanches de classe 10 000, dotées de plaques d’isolation en béton de 60 centimètres et avec un contrôle de la température allant jusqu’à +/- 0,1 °C. En outre, l’installation a été modernisée pour inclure un espace de fabrication de grande hauteur à température contrôlée, ainsi qu’un complexe de formation de pointe pour soutenir l’engagement des clients.

Moore Nanotechnology Systems (Nanotech) a été fondée à Keene, dans le New Hampshire, en 1997, en tant que filiale autonome de Moore Tool Company. En 2010, la société a déménagé dans une installation moderne et spécialement construite à Swanzey, dans le New Hampshire, et a ouvert une installation à Concord, en Caroline du Nord, en 2020. Depuis plus de 25 ans, Nanotech est un leader mondial en conception, développement et fabrication de machines-outils ultra-précises à la pointe de la technologie et en processus associés (fraisage au diamant mono-point, micro-usinage, micro-rectification et moulage par pression de verre) pour la production de composants optiques avancés dans les secteurs de l’électronique de grande consommation, de la défense, de l’aérospatial, de l’éclairage, de la santé et de l’automobile. Moore Tool, fondée en 1924 et située à Bridgeport, dans le Connecticut, est présente depuis longtemps sur les marchés des machines-outils de précision et de très haute précision. Aujourd’hui, Moore Tool fournit une gamme complète de rectifieuses CNC haute performance, ainsi que des services de fabrication de précision en sous-traitance certifiés selon les normes ISO 9001:2015 et AS9100C. Moore Nanotechnology Systems et Moore Tool sont des entreprises à intégration verticale de PMT Group.

Moore Nanotechnology Systems : www.nanotechsys.com
Moore Tool, Inc : www.mooretool.com

Pour tout complément d’information, veuillez contacter : sales@nanotechsys.com

CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, Oct. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the world has faced various uncertainties in last two years and investors, High Net-Worth Individuals started finding alternative options to keep their investments safe and secure. To overcome the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, reviving the economy has proved a major challenge for many countries. The world’s largest economies have been affected, with many suffering from declining growth. In response, many investors have been hesitant to invest, seeking out economies that can provide sufficient returns at minimal risk.

In this context, the Eastern Caribbean nation of Saint Lucia has emerged as a new favourite for investors. This is due to its growing economy, stable business environment and tax regime which supports the growth and development of its businesses, investors and citizens.

Launched in 2016, the Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) of Saint Lucia is one of the top performers in the Caribbean region. As the demand for the programme such as this skyrockets amongst high net-worth individuals (HNWIs), the newly elected government is striving to utilise the funds brought in by the programme to develop more advanced public infrastructure and uplift the standard of living of its people.

Despite being the newest Caribbean programme in this industry, Saint Lucia offers an advanced, secure and transparent programme. With more foreign direct investments coming into the country via its prestigious CIP Programme, the government is preparing a roadmap to engage in constructing and uplifting schools, roads, health care, and other public infrastructures through the funds generated by the Citizenship by Investment Programme.

The actions and fiscal policies adopted by the government have steered the country out of previous difficulties, promoting the development of an attractive economic environment. In recent years, the country has maintained a steady pace of recovery and has emerged as one of the top choices for the HNWIs.

According to the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, Saint Lucia is projected to have its highest GDP growth in 2022. This growth is likely to continue in the coming years, due to its thriving tourism industry.

This year, in particular, will be a breakthrough one for the Caribbean island, with statistics reflecting an estimated 13.1% growth in the first six months of 2022. This success is thanks to the country’s policy of welcoming direct foreign investment and channelling these funds into the most productive sectors of the economy. This means that investment benefits both the investors and citizens of the country, with Saint Lucia ranking 93 out of 190 countries in the World Bank’s ease of doing business index for 2022.

Once an agriculture-based economy, with the banana industry employing the majority of its citizens, Saint Lucia has now altered course and also focuses on tourism and banking services. By taking this course of action the island nation has changed its fortune, breaking free of its dependence on agriculture, the country has reformed its economic structure. With its tourism industry now constituting 65% of its GDP, it has also become a preferred destination for foreign investors. The industrial setup in Saint Lucia is far easier to navigate than many other countries.

The Government does not limit the amount of foreign ownership or control in the establishment of a business in Saint Lucia, allowing 100 percent foreign ownership of companies in any sector.  Currently, there are no restrictions on foreign investors investing in military or security-related businesses or natural resources.  Trade licenses and other approvals/licenses may be required prior establishment.

The island has long been considered a top honeymoon destination, but tourism has grown substantially in recent years, with the country attracting approximately 900,000 tourists per year. Investors have therefore generally looked towards the accommodation and hospitality industry. Developing tourist sites and catering to the needs of its large number of visitors, investors have discovered major opportunities for gaining prominent returns on minimal risk investments.

The country will welcome a 345-room Grand Hyatt luxury Hotel in Sabwisha in 2023. The economic boost offered by such large-scale projects is substantial. At least 2,000 Saint Lucians are expected to gain employment through the hotel’s operations and management.

But Saint Lucia isn’t only a hub for tourism. The country is abundant in natural resources, with great scope for developing these in sustainable and eco-friendly ways. In 2021, the World Bank approved a $21.9 million (USD) loan for developing the renewable energy sector in Saint Lucia.

With the loan, the country aims to increase its geothermal and hydroelectric capacity. These plans respond to the call for governments worldwide to transition to and establish socially and environmentally responsible business environments. Additionally, the scheme will reduce the cost of energy on the island, lowering financial stress on businesses. Drawing on renewable energy sources, the country will also be able to facilitate and improve support for energy-intensive industries.

In a move to boost manufacturing and exports, Saint Lucia has also introduced tax holidays for manufacturing units. This is one way in which the government aims to widen its manufacturing base and increase its exports while also encouraging the use of local materials and labour. Approved manufacturing enterprises are entitled to a tax holiday for up to 15 years, depending on the local value provided by approved products.

Businesses also receive income tax incentives as well as other fiscal concessions. These are regulated through the Fiscal Incentives Act, Tourism Incentives Act, Special Development Areas Act and varied concessions granted by the Cabinet of Ministers. Alongside these incentives, the government also allows for the duty-free import of raw materials, machinery, components and equipment. It also offers income tax waivers for up to 100% of companies engaged in manufacturing, tourism and agriculture.

In addition to the above, Saint Lucia hosts a dynamic and steady workforce, from varied professionals to highly-skilled tradesmen and labourers. This budding workforce is available to plan, organise, execute and control business undertakings, supporting new businesses on the island.

In these ways Saint Lucia offers a highly conducive business environment which has been drawing investors from all over the world. Many High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) have shown a keen interest in becoming citizens of Saint Lucia, an opportunity provided for by the country’s prestigious Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP).

SAINT LUCIA: CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMME (CIP)

Saint Lucia is the latest Caribbean country to open its borders to Citizenship by Investment. Although the programme was launched just six years ago, it is already considered one of the top three countries for Citizenship by Investment, according to the CBI Index of 2022. The CIP of Saint Lucia provides numerous benefits such as:

1: Providing investors with global citizenship

2: Delivering opportunities for diversifying investors’ portfolios

3: Planning wealth and business expansion overseas

4: Gaining a citizenship that can be passed down to future generations.

Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment programme is also notable for the ease of its application process. This includes five steps:

Step 1: Completion of the application by applicants.

Step 2: Submission of the application via the CIP Portal.

Step 3: Document verification by the CIP Unit and stringent due-diligence checks.

Step 4: The selection or rejection of the application by the board.

Step 5: The provision of certification, subject to selection.Contact
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