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Chemical Plant Security Advances in Congress

Washington, DC, September 26, 2006--Chemical plants, long considered vulnerable to terrorist attacks, could be shut by the government if they failed to adopt stricter security measures under legislation rapidly moving through Congress.

NAM Applauds National Skilled Technician Certifica

Washington, DC, September 26, 2006 – The National Association of Manufacturers today praised a nationally-recognized certification program for skilled “production technicians” developed by the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC).

DeOrzio Named Fabrica EVP Sales

Santa Ana, CA, September 26, 2006—Rich DeOrzio has been named to the newly created position of executive vice president of sales a Fabrica.

Survey Says U.S. Down in Competitiveness

Geneva, Switzerland, September 26, 2006--U.S. economic competitiveness fell significantly over the last year, as high budget and trade deficits hurt America's business environment, according to a survey released Tuesday by the World Economic Forum.

Child Labor Remains a Problem in Pakistan

Rawalpindi, Pakistan, September 25, 2006--A large number of Pakistani children do not find their way to schools and work in different sectors to earn a livelihood for their own survival.

Feltex Placed in Receivership

Wellington, New Zealand, September 22, 2006--Feltex Carpets Ltd., was placed in receivership by its banks, just two years after being sold in a public offer by a private equity arm of Credit Suisse Group.

Monteferrante Named Vegas Market Show Director

Las Vegas, September 22, 2006--World Market Center officials today said they have named trade show and hospitality industry veteran, Michelle Monteferrante, as Show Director of Las Vegas Market.

Godfrey Hirst May Yet be Eyeing Feltex

Wellington, New Zealand, September 20, 2006--Australian company Godfrey Hirst is reported to again be in talks about a rescue bid for troubled rival carpet maker Feltex.