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evolv Consulting Partners with Snowflake to Deliver Automotive Solutions for the AI Data Cloud

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evolv Consulting powers data driven insights at scale for the automotive industry through Snowflake AI Data Cloud for Manufacturing

DALLAS, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — evolv Consulting, an Elite Snowflake Services partner focused on data and AI business transformation, today announced it has partnered with Snowflake to support the acceleration of the AI Data Cloud for Manufacturing through an automotive-specific solution. Snowflake and evolv Consulting are enabling automotive manufacturers, suppliers, and more to accelerate their digital transformation and unlock new revenue streams amidst unprecedented technological disruption. As automotive customers strive to enter Industry 4.0, evolv is helping them automate and transform in four key areas: Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Computer Vision, AI & Innovation, and Data Program Management at scale – all leveraging people, processes, and Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud technology.

“As an Elite Snowflake Services partner, we are thrilled to be diving deep with Snowflake into the automotive space,” said Eric Neef, Co-Founder and CEO of evolv. “Together, we’re helping our customers adapt to change, overcome challenges, and operate smarter in this time of rapid transformation.”

evolv is revolutionizing digital transformation in the automotive industry by leveraging Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud to enhance plant-level operations and automate processes. By digitizing analog processes and implementing advanced AI technologies like computer vision for defect detection, evolv helps automotive manufacturers improve production, quality, machine reliability, logistics, and new product development. This enables automotive companies to accelerate their digital transformation journey, driving efficiency and innovation across their operations.

evolv and Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, provide automotive manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and fleet managers with the tools they need to enact data-driven decisions based on the massive influx of data generated across their ecosystems without sacrificing security or governance standards.

Through this collaboration, joint customers in the automotive manufacturing space gain both the technology capabilities and evolv Consulting’s end-to-end delivery expertise to plan, manage, and execute their digital transformation journey. Services and capabilities include:

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT): Digital twins, simulation, and predictive maintenance enhance product development, machine reliability, and uptime.Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Innovation: AI powers defect detection, worker assistance, process automation, and boosts design and operational efficiency.System Integration: Unified data sharing across plants, IT/OT convergence, and edge-cloud integration optimize resources and processes.Advanced Data Analytics: Big data and real-time dashboards drive precise forecasts, defect tracking, workflow actions, and actionable insights.

“We’re expanding our tech stack to help the automotive sector make better use of their data through IIoT sensors, computer vision, and AI,” said Tim Long, Global Head of Manufacturing at Snowflake. “By partnering with evolv, our combined platform helps customers break down data silos, spot problems before they happen, and run more efficient operations – all while keeping their data secure and well-managed. It’s about turning all factory data into real value, whether that’s through better quality control, predictive maintenance, or smarter automation.

To learn more about Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud for Manufacturing and its new automotive solutions, visit here.

About evolv Consulting

evolv Consulting stands at the forefront of data and AI business transformation, unlocking value to support your organization’s most strategic initiatives. Marking its second appearance on the Inc. 5000 list in 2024, evolv also earned recognition as one of the Inc. Regionals Fastest Growing U.S. Companies.

As the leader in data and AI-led business transformation, evolv, a True Blue Elite Snowflake Services Partner, actively partners with industry leaders such as Snowflake, to deliver optimal solutions to our clients and empower organizations to thrive. Our team leverages extensive experience to provide a comprehensive perspective, identify the best use cases, and highlight common pitfalls to avoid, ultimately driving accelerated results in digital transformation across diverse industries. To learn more, visit www.evolvconsulting.com

Media Contact:
Kyle Moreland, 
Senior Director, Alliances
Kyle.moreland@evolvconsulting.com

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MATSON ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF 3 MILLION SHARES TO EXISTING SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $0.36 PER SHARE

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HONOLULU, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Matson, Inc. (NYSE: MATX), a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, approved adding three million shares to its existing share repurchase program and extending the program to December 31, 2029.  As of April 23, 2026, the existing share repurchase program had approximately 0.7 million shares remaining.  The Board also declared a second quarter dividend of $0.36 per common share.  The dividend will be paid on June 4, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 7, 2026.

“We are pleased to announce an additional three million shares to our existing share repurchase program,” said Matt Cox, Matson’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  “Since we commenced our share repurchase program in August 2021, we have repurchased approximately 14.3 million shares, or approximately 33% of the then outstanding shares, for a total cost of $1.3 billion.  Going forward, we will continue to be both disciplined and opportunistic in our capital allocation, and we remain committed to returning excess cash to shareholders to create additional shareholder value over the long-term.” 

Shares will be repurchased in the open market from time to time at the Company’s discretion, based on ongoing assessments of the capital needs of the business, the market price of its common shares and general market conditions.  The Company may enter into Rule 10b5-1 plans to facilitate purchases under the program.  The repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

About the Company

Founded in 1882, Matson (NYSE: MATX) is a leading provider of ocean transportation and logistics services.  Matson provides a vital lifeline of ocean freight transportation services to the domestic non-contiguous economies of Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam, and to other island economies in Micronesia.  Matson also operates premium, expedited services from China to Long Beach, California, which includes cargo from other Asia origins, provides services to Okinawa, Japan and various islands in the South Pacific, and operates an international export service from Alaska to Asia.  The Company’s fleet of owned and chartered vessels includes containerships, combination container and roll-on/roll-off ships and barges.  Matson Logistics, established in 1987, extends the geographic reach of Matson’s transportation network throughout North America and Asia.  Its integrated logistics services include rail intermodal, highway brokerage, warehousing, freight consolidation, supply chain management, and freight forwarding to Alaska.  Additional information about the Company is available at www.matson.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements in this news release that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statement, including but not limited to, statements about capital allocation plans, the timing, manner and volume of repurchases of common shares pursuant to the repurchase program, and use of excess cash.  These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance.  This release should be read in conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC through the date of this release, which identify important factors that could affect the forward-looking statements in this release.  We do not undertake any obligation to update our forward-looking statements.

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Accord Specialty Pharmacy Named Finalist in MMIT’s 11th Annual Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards

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ORLANDO, Fla., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Accord Specialty Pharmacy, an independent specialty pharmacy serving patients across multiple states, has been named a finalist in the MMIT Patient Choice Awards, a recognition based on patient-reported satisfaction and experience.

Accord was selected as the only independent pharmacy among finalists in its category, alongside national pharmacy organizations such as Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. This distinction highlights the company’s commitment to delivering personalized, high-touch care for patients managing complex and chronic conditions.

The MMIT Patient Choice Awards recognize specialty pharmacies that demonstrate excellence in patient satisfaction, service quality, and overall care experience. Finalists are determined based on direct patient feedback, making the recognition a meaningful reflection of the trust patients place in their pharmacy providers.

“Being recognized alongside national organizations and as the only independent finalist validates our belief that personalized, patient-centered care drives better outcomes. We are building a model that combines clinical depth, national reach, and operational flexibility to better serve patients, providers, and partners.” said AJ Patel, Founder and Pharmacy Manager of Accord Specialty Pharmacy.

Accord Specialty Pharmacy supports patients across complex specialty categories, including oncology, rare disease, and infusion, through a clinically driven, high-touch care model designed to improve access, adherence, and outcomes. The company’s approach emphasizes personalized support, responsive care coordination, and strong clinical engagement to help patients navigate complex therapies more effectively. With a growing national footprint and multi-state licensure, Accord is positioned to support patients, providers, and partners across diverse markets.

For more information, visit MMIT Announces Finalists of the 11th Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards – MMITNetwork.

About Accord Specialty Pharmacy:

Accord Specialty Pharmacy is an ACHC-accredited, multi-state licensed independent specialty pharmacy located in Central Florida, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals managing complex and chronic conditions. Through personalized support, clinical expertise, and a high-touch approach, Accord helps patients navigate every step of their treatment journey. Learn more at www.accordspecialty.com.

CONTACT: contact@accordspecialty.com

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HAIVISION ANNOUNCES VOTING RESULTS FROM 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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MONTRÉAL, April 23, 2026 /CNW/ – Haivision Systems Inc. (“Haivision” or the “Company”) (TSX: HAI) is pleased to announce the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held today in a virtual format.

A total of approximately 45.97 % of the issued and outstanding common shares of Haivision were represented at the meeting.

Election of Directors

Each of the six nominated directors of Haivision was elected as director of the Company with the following results:

Director

Votes
For

% Votes
For

Votes
Against

% Votes
Against

Miroslav Wicha

11,110,245

99.26 %

82,583

0.74 %

Harvey Bienenstock

11,155,137

99.66 %

37,691

0.34 %

Robin M. Rush

11,121,855

99.37 %

70,973

0.63 %

Neil Hindle

10,794,005

96.44 %

398,823

3.56 %

Julie Tremblay

10,941,969

97.76 %

250,859

2.24 %

Lee K. Levy II

9,084,418

81.16 %

2,108,410

18.84 %

2.   Appointment of Auditors

Deloitte LLP were reappointed auditors of the Company for the ensuing year with 12,492,582 (98.84%) votes cast in favour and 146,406 (1.16%) votes withheld.

3.   Approval of the Unallocated Awards under the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan

The Company’s unallocated awards were approved with 8,710,347 (77.82%) votes cast in favour and 2,482,481 (22.18%) votes cast against.

4.   Reapproval of Company’s Shareholder Rights Plan

The Company’s shareholder rights plan was approved with 10,572,490 (94.46%) votes cast in favour and 620,338 (5.54%) votes cast against.

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the meeting will be filed under Haivision’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Haivision

Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.

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