MODERNISATION SYSTEMS TO CAMEROON RAIL AUTHORITY
SOUTH AFRICA (May 19, 2006) -- GE -- Transportation has recently received a second order for five Brightstar locomotive modernisation systems from the CamRail, the Cameroon Rail Authority. This order is in addition to the original six systems ordered in 2003.
SOUTH AFRICA (May 19, 2006) -- GE - Transportation announced today that it will supply Sheltam Grindrod in South Africa with ten C30-EMP diesel-electric locomotives, in a local locomotive supply deal.
The GE locomotives will be equipped with the latest 12-cylinder diesel engine with electronic fuel injection as well as a dynamic brake with self-load capabilities. The locomotives will be delivered later this year.
First year anniversary of green campaign sees strong year-one growth, aggressive emissions targets, improved energy use and dramatic cost savings.
Kuala Lumpur, May 19, 2006 -- GE today reiterated its commitment to both its business stakeholders and the environment with the release of its 2005 ecomagination report. The release was in conjunction with the first year anniversary of the campaign's launch.
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2006--Wanted: an intelligent, quiet, conservative companion with style who does dishes. This perfectly describes the new, first-of-its-kind, GE Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology. This new, award-winning dishwasher is designed for precise performance, quiet operation, time-saving convenience, simplicity and conservation, without losing style or sophistication.
Cleaning Up
NORWALK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2006--GE Antares Capital today announced that it is the lead arranger of a $143 million senior debt facility for the recapitalization of Augusta Sportswear Group in connection with the acquisition of Holloway Sportswear. Augusta Sportswear Group is an existing portfolio company of Linsalata Capital Partners.
Augusta and Holloway are leading manufacturers and distributors of athletic apparel, outerwear and sportswear in the sporting goods, team dealer, decorator and college bookstore markets.
STAMFORD, Conn. & ANKARA, Turkey & TYNAGH, County Galway, Ireland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2006--GE Energy Financial Services announced today that it has agreed to acquire a 40 percent interest in Ireland's newest and most efficient natural gas-fired power plant, subject to customary closing conditions.
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2006--Wanted: an intelligent, quiet, conservative companion with style who does dishes. This perfectly describes the new, first-of-its-kind, GE Profile dishwasher with SmartDispense technology. This new, award-winning dishwasher is designed for precise performance, quiet operation, time-saving convenience, simplicity and conservation, without losing style or sophistication.
Cleaning Up
NORWALK, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2006--GE Antares Capital today announced that it is the lead arranger of a $143 million senior debt facility for the recapitalization of Augusta Sportswear Group in connection with the acquisition of Holloway Sportswear. Augusta Sportswear Group is an existing portfolio company of Linsalata Capital Partners.
Augusta and Holloway are leading manufacturers and distributors of athletic apparel, outerwear and sportswear in the sporting goods, team dealer, decorator and college bookstore markets.
AVON, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2006--GE Insurance Solutions is sharing practical expertise that will help risk managers make important decisions about their fire protection and building construction. The Global Asset Protection team released two papers that offer risk managers and building owners key lessons to ensure their fire prevention, detection, and suppression systems are best in class.
FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 17, 2006--Today GE released its 2005 ecomagination report, showing that revenues from the sale of energy efficient and environmentally advanced products and services hit $10.1 billion in 2005, up from $6.2 billion in 2004 - with orders nearly doubling to $17 billion.
