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Employers Holdings, Inc. Names Katherine H. Antonello as Chief Executive Officer

Employers Holdings, Inc. Names Katherine H. Antonello as Chief Executive Officer

-Douglas D. Dirks set to retire April 1, 2021-

RENO, Nev.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Employers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:EIG) (“EMPLOYERS” or “the Company”), America’s small business insurance specialist®, today announced the appointment of Katherine H. Antonello as its president and chief executive officer (“CEO”) upon the retirement of Douglas D. Dirks on April 1, 2021.

Antonello joined EMPLOYERS in August 2019 as Executive Vice President and Chief Actuary of the Company. Prior to joining EMPLOYERS, Antonello served as the Chief Actuary for the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) from 2013-2019. Antonello has a unique blend of over 25 years of deep workers’ compensation insurance experience having held leadership roles in actuarial, policy services, claims and internal audit functions. She has worked with carriers, workers’ compensation bureaus, and consulting firms, giving her a broad perspective on the industry. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Birmingham-Southern College and is the President-Elect of the Casualty Actuarial Society, a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries.

“In her relatively short tenure with EMPLOYERS, Kathy has already demonstrated her ability to be a visionary and think strategically about our business,” said Michael J. McSally, Chairman of the Board. “She is very much attuned to and aligned with the Company’s strategy, and she will call on her extensive workers’ compensation insurance experience to help us continue to execute on that strategy. As a result of the board’s diligent search process, it became very clear that Kathy possessed the skills we were looking for in the next great leader for EMPLOYERS. The entire board is very excited to have Kathy Antonello step into the role of CEO.”

“EMPLOYERS has offered best in class workers’ compensation coverage for over a century,” said Antonello. “As a mono-line company, we have the size, talent and entrepreneurial spirit to excel at what we do best. We understand comp. I look forward to continuing our digital transformation, focusing on exceptional service to injured workers and ease of doing business for our agents, partners and policyholders.”

Douglas D. Dirks will be leaving a tremendous legacy, having successfully led the Company for over 27 years when he retires. He will remain president and CEO of the Company until April 1, 2021 to allow for a smooth transition to Antonello.

“I congratulate Kathy on her appointment as the next CEO of EMPLOYERS,” said Dirks. “Having done this job for over 27 years, her background and experience ideally fit the needs of the company and I look forward to working with Kathy as she transitions into the role. I am very excited for her and the company.”

About Employers Holdings, Inc.

EMPLOYERS® and America’s small business insurance specialist® are registered trademarks of EIG Services, Inc. Employers Holdings, Inc. is a holding company with subsidiaries that are specialty providers of workers’ compensation insurance and services focused on select, small businesses engaged in low-to-medium hazard industries. The Company operates throughout the United States, with the exception of four states that are served exclusively by their state funds. Insurance is offered through Employers Insurance Company of Nevada, Employers Compensation Insurance Company, Employers Preferred Insurance Company, Employers Assurance Company and Cerity Insurance Company, all rated A- (Excellent) by the A.M. Best Company. Not all companies do business in all jurisdictions. See www.employers.com and www.cerity.com for coverage availability.

Company:

Mike Paquette (775) 327-2562 or [email protected]

Investor relations:

Adam Prior, The Equity Group, Inc. (212) 836-9606 or [email protected]

KEYWORDS: Nevada United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Small Business Professional Services Insurance

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Sallie Mae Declares Dividends on Preferred Stock Series B and Common Stock

Sallie Mae Declares Dividends on Preferred Stock Series B and Common Stock

NEWARK, Del.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Sallie Mae® (Nasdaq: SLM), formally SLM Corporation, today announced a 2020 fourth quarter dividend on its Preferred Stock Series B of $0.4896937per share. The company also announced a 2020 fourth quarter dividend on its common stock of $0.03 per share.

Both common stock and preferred stock dividends will be paid on Dec. 15, 2020, to the respective stockholders of record at the close of business on Dec. 4, 2020.

Sallie Mae (Nasdaq: SLM) believes education and life-long learning, in all forms, help people achieve great things. As the leader in private student lending, we provide financing and know-how to support access to college and offer products and resources to help customers make new goals and experiences, beyond college, happen. Learn more at SallieMae.com. Commonly known as Sallie Mae, SLM Corporation and its subsidiaries are not sponsored by or agencies of the United States of America.

Category: Corporate and Financial

Media:

Rick Castellano

302.451.2541

[email protected]

Investors:

Brian Cronin

302.451.0304

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: Delaware United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Finance Banking Other Education Professional Services Education

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General Mills to Webcast Fiscal 2021 Second Quarter Earnings Results on December 17, 2020

General Mills to Webcast Fiscal 2021 Second Quarter Earnings Results on December 17, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) plans to report results for its fiscal 2021 second quarter on December 17, 2020.

A press release, pre-recorded management remarks and supporting slides will be issued that morning followed by a webcasted question and answer session on the results at 8:00 a.m. CT. Interested parties can access these materials and the webcast at www.generalmills.com/investors.

About General Mills

General Mills is a leading global food company whose purpose is to make food the world loves. Its brands include Cheerios, Annie’s, Yoplait, Nature Valley, Häagen-Dazs, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Old El Paso, Wanchai Ferry, Yoki, BLUE and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, General Mills generated fiscal 2020 net sales of U.S. $17.6 billion. In addition, General Mills’ share of non-consolidated joint venture net sales totaled U.S. $1.0 billion.

(analysts) Jeff Siemon: 763-764-2301

(media) Kelsey Roemhildt: 763-764-6364

KEYWORDS: Minnesota United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Retail Supermarket Food/Beverage

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Hancock Whitney Corporation Announces Quarterly Dividend

Company Has Paid an Uninterrupted Quarterly Dividend Since 1967

GULFPORT, Miss., Nov. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hancock Whitney Corporation (Nasdaq: HWC) today announced that the company’s board of directors approved a regular fourth quarter 2020 common stock cash dividend of $0.27 per share.

The regular quarterly common stock cash dividend is payable December 15, 2020 to shareholders of record as of December 4, 2020.

About Hancock
Whitney

Since the late 1800s, Hancock Whitney has embodied core values of Honor & Integrity, Strength & Stability, Commitment to Service, Teamwork, and Personal Responsibility. Hancock Whitney offices and financial centers in Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas offer comprehensive financial products and services, including traditional and online banking; commercial and small business banking; private banking; trust and investment services; healthcare banking; certain insurance services; and mortgage services. The company also operates a loan production office in Nashville, Tennessee. BauerFinancial, Inc., the nation’s leading independent bank rating and analysis firm, consistently recommends Hancock Whitney as one of America’s most financially sound banks. More information is available at www.hancockwhitney.com.

Source: Hancock Whitney Corporation
Category: Dividend

For more information

Trisha Voltz Carlson, EVP, Investor Relations Manager
504.299.5208 or [email protected]



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Canoe EIT Income Fund Announces 2020 Annual Voluntary Redemption Results

CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canoe EIT Income Fund (“Canoe” or the “Fund”), (TSX:EIT.UN) today announced the results of the 2020 voluntary cash redemption.

Requests for redemption of approximately 68,863 units of the Fund, representing approximately 0.06% of the current issued and outstanding units, have been submitted by unitholders. The Fund’s Declaration of Trust limits the annual redemption to 10% of the issued and outstanding units on the final day on which to submit units for redemption, which was November 17, 2020. Payment of the redemption proceeds will be made on or before January 4, 2021 at a redemption price equal to 95% of the average net asset value based on the three business days preceding the redemption date of December 9, 2020, less direct costs. Units that have been submitted for redemption will remain eligible for the November 2020 distribution, which is paid in December 2020.

About Canoe EIT Income Fund

One of Canada’s largest closed-end investment funds, designed to maximize monthly distributions and capital appreciation by investing in a broadly diversified portfolio of high quality securities. The Fund is listed on the TSX under the symbol EIT.UN and is actively managed by Robert Taylor, Senior Vice President and Portfolio Manager of Canoe Financial.

About Canoe Financial

Canoe is one of Canada’s fastest growing independent mutual fund companies managing over $8.8 billion in assets across a diversified range of award-winning mutual funds and private energy equity products. Founded in 2008, Canoe Financial LP is an employee-owned investment management firm focused on building financial wealth for Canadians. Canoe has offices in Calgary, Toronto and Montreal.

Further Information

Investor Relations
1–877–434–2796
www.canoefinancial.com
[email protected]

Disclaimer

Not for Distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for Dissemination in the United States of America. The Fund makes monthly distributions of an amount comprised in whole or in part of Return of Capital (ROC) of the net asset value per unit. A ROC reduces the amount of your original investment and may result in the return to you of the entire amount of your original investment. ROC that is not reinvested will reduce the net asset value of the fund, which could reduce the fund’s ability to generate future income. You should not draw any conclusions about the fund’s investment performance from the amount of this distribution. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investment funds. Please read the information filed about the fund on www.sedar.com before investing. Investment funds are not guaranteed and past performance may not be repeated. This communication is not to be construed as a public offering to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. Such an offer can only be made by way of a prospectus or other applicable offering document and should be read carefully before making any investment. This release is for information purposes only. Investors should consult their Investment Advisor for details and risk factors regarding specific strategies and various investment products.



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MultiPlan Appoints Julie Klapstein to Its Board of Directors

MultiPlan Appoints Julie Klapstein to Its Board of Directors

– Strengthens MultiPlan Board in its Next Phase of Growth as a Public Company

– Adds Extensive Provider Services and IT Expertise to Support the Company’s ‘Expand’ Strategy

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
MultiPlan Corporation (“MultiPlan”) (NYSE: MPLN), a market-leading, technology-enabled provider of end-to-end healthcare cost management solutions, today announced the appointment of Julie D. Klapstein to its Board of Directors as a new independent director, effective November 19, 2020. She will serve on the Board’s Audit committee. Ms. Klapstein is an industry veteran with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare sector. She has served on the boards of both public and private companies and has held various executive positions, including as founding CEO of Availity, one of the largest healthcare information networks in the United States. She brings extensive payor and provider experience, having helped a number of companies expand and strengthen their customer base with a focus on developing new medical management and revenue cycle management applications while automating the delivery of healthcare for all stakeholders.

“We are pleased to welcome Julie to the MultiPlan Board,” said Mark Tabak, CEO and chairman of MultiPlan. “Julie is a seasoned executive who brings a wealth of experience in healthcare IT, spanning both payors and providers, as we embark on the ‘Expand’ phase of our growth strategy focused on this important industry segment. We look forward to her contribution to our mission of driving healthcare affordability, efficiency and fairness for healthcare payors, their consumers and the medical providers who treat them.”

MultiPlan is a broad-based and comprehensive cost management solution for the health insurance industry. The company has developed deep relationships within its 1.2 million provider network and is used by 700 payors that processed more than $100 billion in claims in 2019 and identified more than $19 billion in potential savings opportunities for its customers. The company is executing a growth strategy to deepen relationships with its payor clients. As part of this strategy, MultiPlan earlier this month announced the purchase of HST, an innovative healthcare technology company that enables value-based health benefit plan designs and expands MultiPlan’s presence in the TPA/Broker segment.

“I am honored to join MultiPlan at this important moment in time,” said Julie Klapstein. “Through its innovative and unparalleled offering, MultiPlan plays a crucial role in improving health outcomes by delivering value for customers, making treatment more accessible and helping address the unique challenges of the U.S. healthcare sector. The role for independent third parties in the claims process is critically important.”

About Julie Klapstein

Julie Klapstein was the founding Chief Executive Officer of Availity, LLC, a health information network optimizing the automated delivery of critical business and clinical information among healthcare stakeholders. Ms. Klapstein served as Availity’s Chief Executive Officer and board member from 2001 to 2011. She was the interim Chief Executive Officer at Medical Reimbursements of America, Inc., a private company, from February 2017 to June 2017. Ms. Klapstein has more than thirty years of experience in the healthcare information technology industry including executive roles at various healthcare companies. Ms. Klapstein currently serves on the boards of Amedisys (NASDAQ: AMED) where she serves on the Quality and Governance committees and where she is chair of the Compensation committee; NextGen Healthcare (NASDAQ: NXGN) where she serves on the Audit and Compensation committees; Oak Street Health (NYSE: OSH) where she serves on the Compliance committee and where she is chair of the Compensation committee. She also currently serves on the board of directors of a private company specializing in revenue cycle management. Ms. Klapstein previously was a director for two additional public companies and multiple private companies. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Portland State University in Portland, Oregon. Ms. Klapstein will be a valuable member of our Board because of her knowledge of healthcare information technology, payor and provider background and public company board experience.

About MultiPlan

MultiPlan is committed to helping healthcare payors manage the cost of care, improve their competitiveness and inspire positive change. Leveraging sophisticated technology, data analytics and a team rich with industry experience, MultiPlan interprets clients’ needs and customizes innovative solutions that combine its payment integrity, network-based and analytics-based services. MultiPlan is a trusted partner to over 700 healthcare payors in the commercial health, dental, government and property and casualty markets. For more information, visit multiplan.com.

Investor Relations

Shawna Gasik

AVP, Investor Relations

MultiPlan

866-909-7427

[email protected]

Helen O’Donnell

Managing Director

Solebury Trout

203-428-3213

[email protected]

Media Relations

Pamela Walker

Senior Director, Marketing & Communications

MultiPlan

781-895-3118

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: New York United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Professional Services Data Management Health Technology Other Health Human Resources Networks

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PyroGenesis Receives Confirmation that the first 5,000 TPY DROSRITE™ System Successfully Passes Factory Acceptance Test

MONTREAL, Nov. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PyroGenesis Canada Inc. (http://www.pyrogenesis.com) (TSX-V: PYR) (OTCQB: PYRNF) (FRA: 8PY), a high-tech company, (the “Company”, the “Corporation” or “PyroGenesis”) that designs, develops, manufactures and commercializes plasma atomized metal powder, plasma waste-to-energy systems and plasma torch products, is pleased to announce that, further to its press release dated September 22nd, 2020, PyroGenesis’ technology successfully passed the Factory Acceptance Test (“FAT”), conducted by Drosrite International LLC (“DI”), on behalf of their client, for the first 5,000 TPY DROSRITE™ System.

“The success of this FAT testing marks an important milestone for PyroGenesis and DI,” said Mr. P. Peter Pascali, CEO and Chair of PyroGenesis. “Once again, we are proud to see the DROSRITE™ technology being adopted successfully, this time, for use in one of the premier aluminum smelters in the world. It indeed validates PyroGenesis’ DROSRITE™ technology, as it has become the dross processing solution of choice for an extremely discerning end-user. As one might expect, we have seen a significant increase in interest in our DROSRITE™ technology given that the DI contract, with its client, was awarded primarily based on the DROSRITE™ technology.”

The testing was held at DI’s supplier’s manufacturing facility, in the United States of America (“USA”), where the end user evaluated the equipment during, and after, the assembly process. The end user verified that the 5,000 TPY DROSRITE™ System was manufactured and operated in accordance with, amongst other things, design specifications. Based on this successful testing, the end user decided to forego performing an additional FAT test on the second 5,000 TPY DROSRITE™ System. Both Systems are expected to be shipped from the USA to the Middle East, within the next four (4) weeks, and are expected to arrive approx. two (2) months thereafter.

Before shipping, PyroGenesis is expected to receive an additional ~$2.6MM from DI (representing total receipt from DI to date of over $10MM under the previously disclosed +$25MM DROSRITE™ contract to deliver five (5) 5,000 TPY DROSRITE™ Systems, plus two (2) 10,000 TPY DROSRITE™ Systems).

About PyroGenesis Canada Inc

PyroGenesis Canada Inc., a high-tech company, is a leader in the design, development, manufacture and commercialization of advanced plasma processes and products. The Company provides its engineering and manufacturing expertise and its turnkey process equipment packages to customers in the defense, metallurgical, mining, advanced materials (including 3D printing), and environmental industries. With a team of experienced engineers, scientists and technicians working out of its Montreal office and its 3,800 m2 manufacturing facility, PyroGenesis maintains its competitive advantage by remaining at the forefront of technology development and commercialization. The Company’s core competencies allow PyroGenesis to provide innovative plasma torches, plasma waste processes, high-temperature metallurgical processes, and engineering services to the global marketplace. PyroGenesis’ operations are ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified. For more information, please visit www.pyrogenesis.com.

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements containing the words “may”, “plan”, “will”, “estimate”, “continue”, “anticipate”, “intend”, “expect”, “in the process” and other similar expressions which constitute “forward- looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements reflect the Corporation’s current expectation and assumptions and are subject to
a number of
risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, our expectations regarding the acceptance of our products by the market, our strategy to develop new products and enhance the capabilities of existing products, our strategy with respect to research and development, the impact of competitive products and pricing, new product development, and uncertainties related to the regulatory approval process. Such statements reflect the current views of the Corporation with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties and other risks
detailed from time-to-time in the Corporation’s ongoing filings with the securities regulatory authorities, which filings can be found at


www.sedar.com,

 or at


www.otcmarkets.com



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 Actual results, events, and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The Corporation undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward- looking statements either as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange, its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) nor the OTCQB accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

SOURCE PyroGenesis Canada Inc.

For further information please contact:
Rodayna Kafal, Vice President, IR/Comms. and Strategic BD
Phone: (514) 937-0002, E-mail: [email protected]

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Mercer International Inc. to Present at Upcoming BofA Securities 2020 Virtual Leveraged Finance Conference

NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mercer International Inc. (Nasdaq: MERC) today announced that David K. Ure, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary, will be presenting at the following upcoming conference:

BofA Securities 2020 Virtual Leveraged Finance Conference
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2020
Presentation at 10:30 AM ET

A copy of the presentation will be posted in the “Investors – Current Documents” section on the Company’s web site (https://mercerint.com/investors/current-documents/) on the morning of the event.

At Mercer International Inc., we are exceptional people creating bioproducts for a more sustainable world. We are a diversified global producer of forest products, bioproducts, and green electricity with operations in Germany, Canada, and Australia with a consolidated annual production capacity of approximately 2.2 million tonnes of kraft pulp and 550 million board feet of softwood lumber. For further information, please visit www.mercerint.com.

The preceding includes forward looking
statements which involve known and unknown risks
and uncertainties which may cause our actual results in future periods to differ materially from forecasted results.
Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: the continuing effects of the recent economic and financial turmoil, the highly cyclical nature of our business, raw material costs, our level of indebtedness, competition, foreign exchange and interest rate fluctuations, our use of derivatives, expenditures for capital projects, environmental regulation and compliance, disruptions to our production, market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our SEC reports.

APPROVED BY:
David M. Gandossi, FCPA, FCA
President & CEO
604-684-1099

David K. Ure, CPA, CGA
Senior VP Finance, CFO & Secretary
604-684-1099



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Geron Reports Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Geron Reports Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

FOSTER CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Geron Corporation (Nasdaq: GERN) today reported that it has granted a non-statutory stock option to purchase an aggregate of 80,000 shares of Geron common stock as an inducement to a newly-hired employee in connection with commencement of employment with the Company.

The stock option was granted on November 18, 2020 at an exercise price of $1.90 per share, which is equal to the closing price of Geron common stock on the date of grant. The stock option has a 10-year term and vests over four years, with 12.5% of the shares underlying the option vesting on the six-month anniversary of commencement of employment and the remaining shares vesting over the following 42 months in equal installments of whole shares, subject to continued employment with Geron through the applicable vesting dates. The option was granted as a material inducement to employment in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) and is subject to the terms and conditions of a stock option agreement covering the grant and Geron’s 2018 Inducement Award Plan, which was adopted December 14, 2018 and provides for the granting of stock options to new employees.

About Geron

Geron is a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and potential commercialization of a first-in-class telomerase inhibitor, imetelstat, in hematologic myeloid malignancies. For more information about Geron, visit www.geron.com.

Suzanne Messere

Investor and Media Relations

[email protected]

[email protected]

KEYWORDS: California United States North America

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Biotechnology Pharmaceutical Health Oncology

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KCS’ Pat Ottensmeyer & Sameh Fahmy to Address the Credit Suisse 8th Annual Virtual Industrials Conference

KCS’ Pat Ottensmeyer & Sameh Fahmy to Address the Credit Suisse 8th Annual Virtual Industrials Conference

KANSAS CITY, Mo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
Kansas City Southern (KCS) (NYSE: KSU) President and Chief Executive Officer Patrick J. Ottensmeyer, and Executive Vice President Precision Scheduled Railroading Sameh Fahmy, will address the Credit Suisse 8th Annual Virtual Industrials Conference at 9:30 a.m. eastern time on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Interested investors not attending the conference may listen to the presentation via a simultaneous webcast on KCS’ website at http://investors.kcsouthern.com. A link to the replay will be available following the event.

Headquartered in Kansas City, Mo., Kansas City Southern (KCS) (NYSE: KSU) is a transportation holding company that has railroad investments in the U.S., Mexico and Panama. Its primary U.S. holding is The Kansas City Southern Railway Company, serving the central and south central U.S. Its international holdings include Kansas City Southern de Mexico, S.A. de C.V., serving northeastern and central Mexico and the port cities of Lázaro Cárdenas, Tampico and Veracruz, and a 50 percent interest in Panama Canal Railway Company, providing ocean-to-ocean freight and passenger service along the Panama Canal. KCS’ North American rail holdings and strategic alliances with other North American rail partners are primary components of a unique railway system, linking the commercial and industrial centers of the U.S., Mexico and Canada. More information about KCS can be found at www.kcsouthern.com.

KCS: Ashley Thorne, 816-983-1530, [email protected]

KEYWORDS: United States North America Missouri

INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Trucking Rail Maritime Air Transport

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