Franchise Owner Matt Hess Debuts First of Five Greater Charlotte Locations as 24/7 Indoor Golf Concept Surpasses 75 Territories Sold

CINCINNATI, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Another Nine, the 24/7 self-service indoor golf concept powered by proprietary A9OS technology and Trackman gameplay, is celebrating the opening of its first franchise location in Cornelius, North Carolina, as the brand moves from a breakout first year of franchise sales into a new phase of unit growth.

Located in the Lake Norman area, the new Cornelius facility is owned and operated by Matt Hess, Another Nine’s first franchise owner. It is the first of five locations Hess will open across the greater Charlotte area. The brand has 12 locations planned throughout the Charlotte metro, making the market the first fully sold-out region in Another Nine’s franchise network.

First Franchise Opening Anchors Charlotte Expansion

The Cornelius opening marks Another Nine’s first franchise location and gives the brand an early foothold in one of North Carolina’s most active suburban markets. With Charlotte sold out, the brand has laid the foundation for a multi-unit growth strategy built around local operators, streamlined operations, and demand for flexible, private indoor golf access.

“Cornelius was the right place to begin because Lake Norman is home for me, and the community has been supportive from the start,” said Hess. “Another Nine makes it easy for people to play on their own schedule, whether they want to practice after the kids go to bed, get in a round before work, or step into a private suite between calls. The founders have built a smart model with strong technology and real support behind it. I am proud to open the first of my five locations here and help introduce Another Nine to the Charlotte market.”

A New Era of Growth for Another Nine

The first franchise opening follows a year of momentum for Another Nine, which has surpassed 75 franchise territories sold in its inaugural year of franchising. The company currently operates two corporate locations in Cincinnati, Columbia-Tusculum, and Montgomery, and is now focused on converting its early franchise traction into open facilities across targeted growth regions.

As Another Nine continues expansion, the brand is placing a particular priority on the Midwest and Northeast, where dense suburban markets, year-round golf demand, and access to multi-unit operators align with its membership-free, technology-driven model.

“The Cornelius opening is a defining moment for Another Nine because it shows what this model can become with the right franchise partner in the right market,” said Ethan Grob, Co-Founder of Another Nine. “Matt understands the guest experience, the Charlotte community and the growth opportunity ahead. As we enter this next stage, our priority is to support owners like Matt while expanding thoughtfully in markets where golfers are looking for premium, flexible access to the game.”

A 24/7 Indoor Golf Model Built for Guests and Operators

Each Another Nine facility features all-private Sim Suites available around the clock through the brand’s A9OS booking platform. Guests can reserve a suite by the hour, any time of day or night, and play Trackman-powered golf across more than 350 world-class courses without a membership requirement.

The model is also designed to give franchise owners a streamlined operating structure. Without a bar or restaurant component and with technology supporting booking, access, and guest support, Another Nine locations are built to operate with a leaner footprint than many entertainment concepts.

Guests can expect:

Private Sim Suites available 24/7Hourly reservations with no membership requiredTrackman gameplay across more than 350 coursesProprietary A9OS technology for booking, access and supportA flexible setting for practice, casual rounds, small groups and late-night play

For more information about franchising with Another Nine, visit anothernine.com/pages/franchise.

About Another Nine

Another Nine is a franchisor of 24/7 self-service indoor golf simulator facilities featuring all-private Sim Suites and Trackman gameplay, powered by proprietary A9OS technology. With a membership-free model and a streamlined operating structure, Another Nine offers guests premium access to the game on their schedule and offers entrepreneurs a modern path to business ownership.

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Arizton report highlights smart PPE adoption, industrial safety trends, regional growth opportunities, competitive benchmarking, and market forecasts through 2031.

CHICAGO, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to recent research by Arizton, the global personal protective equipment (PPE) market is expected to reach USD 34.22 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.54% during the forecast period.  

The market continues to gain growth as workplace safety regulations become more stringent across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, construction, oil & gas, chemicals, and logistics. Increasing awareness of employee protection, expanding industrial activity, and stronger compliance standards are expected to continue supporting PPE demand globally.

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Browse in-depth TOC on the Global Personal Protective Equipment Market

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Global Personal Protective Equipment Market Snapshot

Smart PPE is Transforming Workplace Safety Across Industrial Environments

The growing emphasis on proactive workplace safety and real-time hazard prevention is increasing the adoption of smart PPE solutions across industrial environments.

Unlike conventional protective equipment, smart PPE integrates IoT sensors, AI-enabled analytics, and connectivity technologies such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and 5G to support real-time worker monitoring, predictive alerts, and enhanced hazard detection.

According to research published by IRE Journals in February 2025, integrating smart PPE solutions can reduce workplace accidents by up to 40% and improve safety compliance by nearly 30%. Supported by increasing industrial digitalization and connected workplace initiatives, demand for smart PPE is expected to rise significantly over the forecast period.

North America Holds the Largest PPE Market Share Supported by Expanding Industrial Activity

North America accounted for over 36% of the global PPE market share, supported by strict workplace safety regulations, expanding industrial activity, and manufacturing reshoring efforts.

The region continues to witness strong demand across healthcare, construction, oil & gas, and industrial manufacturing sectors. Healthcare systems in North America have also transitioned from emergency pandemic procurement toward maintaining stable PPE inventories, creating a more consistent long-term demand base.

The U.S. remains the largest and fastest-growing regional market, supported by infrastructure investments, increasing smart PPE adoption, and domestic manufacturing expansion.

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Hand Protection Segment Leads as Regional PPE Demand Evolves

North America: Growth is centered heavily around oil, gas, and regulatory compliance.Asia-Pacific (APAC): Demand is driven by infrastructure and commercial construction projects.Middle East & Africa (MEA): Procurement is dominated by the upstream energy and utility sectors.Global Logistics: The rising trade of temperature-sensitive biologics (like vaccines) has expanded cold-storage infrastructure, driving the demand for specialized thermal protective garments.

Recent Developments Shaping the Personal Protective Equipment Market

In March 2026, DuPont introduced a specialized disposable garment engineered for designed for cleanrooms, containment, and other high-hazard environments.In January 2026, Ansell Ltd introduced the TouchNTuff 93-800. This innovative single-use glove is engineered to provide a minimum of 15 minutes of protection against acetone exposure.In October 2025, 3M introduced the 3M PELTOR WS ALERT XPV Headset MRX21A1WS7. These solar-powered headsets provide robust communication solutions with Bluetooth® MultiPoint technology and noise-cancelling microphones.In September 2025, MSA Safety Incorporated launched the V-Gard H2 Full Brim Safety Type 2 Helmet. It provides enhanced lateral impact protection. It is designed for workers needing extra debris and sun protection.

Personal Protective Equipment Market Segmentation Highlights

Product: The disposable segment accounted for the largest market share of around 64%.Protection: The hand protection segment dominated and held the largest market share in 2025Application: The chemical protection segment shows significant growth, with the fastest-growing CAGR of 6.78%End-User: The manufacturing segment accounted for the largest market share in 2025.Geography: North America dominates the global PPE market, accounting for over 36% of the market share.

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List Of Key Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Market Companies Profiles

Key Vendors

3MProtective Industrial Products, IncAnsell LimitedDuPont de Nemours, Inc.MSA Worldwide, LLC

Other Prominent Vendors

Lakeland Industries Inc.Delta Plus GroupUvex Safety GroupDragerwerk AG & Co. KGaAAlpha Pro Tech Ltd.Radians Inc.Showa GroupMoldex-MetricMallcom India Ltd.MCR SafetyAlexandraASATEX AGAvon Technologies plcBennett SafetywearCardinal HealthCOFRA S.r.l.Dynarex CorporationGateway Safety, Inc.Globus Global SafetyGore-TexJSP LtdSanctum Work Wear Pvt LtdSioenStanley Black & Decker, Inc.Superior Glove Works Ltd.WenassWurth GroupSioen IndustriesPortwestShaanxi Dursafety Materials Co.,Ltd (Dursafety)BullardSupermax Corporation Berhad (Malaysia)Brazil Safety Brands

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Certification strengthens the ability to support defense, intelligence, public safety, and government customers with secure, mission-focused solutions.

WASHINGTON, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LexisNexis® Special Services Inc., a leader in helping government agencies create actionable intelligence and deliver data-driven decisions, today announced it has successfully achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2.

Established by the U.S. Department of Defense, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program is designed to verify that contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) maintain the cybersecurity safeguards necessary to protect sensitive government data. CMMC Level 2 certification requires successful completion of an independent assessment validating compliance with the 110 security requirements of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171, the federal standard for protecting CUI within nonfederal systems and organizations.

The achievement represents a significant milestone for LexisNexis Special Services Inc. and reflects the company’s continued investment in cybersecurity, operational excellence, and mission assurance. This certification also strengthens the company’s ability to support current and future Department of Defense programs, while providing government customers with additional confidence that sensitive information is managed in accordance with rigorous federal cybersecurity requirements.

“Our customers are responsible for some of the government’s most important missions, and they expect the highest standards of security, accountability, and performance from the organizations that support them,” said Haywood Talcove, Chief Executive Officer of LexisNexis Special Services Inc. “Achieving CMMC Level 2 demonstrates our commitment to protecting sensitive information, maintaining operational excellence, and ensuring we are prepared to support those missions today and in the future.”

As cyber threats targeting government systems and critical infrastructure continue to evolve, agencies increasingly require partners capable of protecting sensitive information while supporting mission success. CMMC Level 2 provides independent validation that LexisNexis Special Services Inc. maintains the cybersecurity controls, governance, and operational discipline necessary to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information and support high-consequence government operations.

The certification places LexisNexis Special Services Inc. among a select group of organizations that have successfully completed the independent CMMC Level 2 assessment process. As implementation expands across Department of Defense programs, the achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering secure, mission-focused solutions that help government agencies protect sensitive information, strengthen operational effectiveness, and address some of the nation’s most complex security, fraud, identity, and investigative challenges.

About LexisNexis® Special Services
LexisNexis Special Services Inc. is a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of RELX Inc., with a Board of Directors that includes members from the intelligence community, Department of Defense, law enforcement, and civilian agencies. The company was founded to help government agencies create actionable intelligence and deliver data-driven decisions. We are committed to innovation and continue to bring new solutions to our government partners to solve some of the most pressing challenges facing our nation. For more information, please visit www.lexisnexisspecialservices.com.

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