"Proven American Brands Seeking Master License Partners in New Zealand" United Franchise Group™ (UFG) seeks experienced business partners in New Zealand to develop master license territories for eight proven franchise brands. As a globally recognized leader in franchise development with 40 years of experience, UFG offers entrepreneurs proven business models, strategic guidance, and industry-leading support.
UFG operates more than 1,800 franchise locations across 80+ countries, including New Zealand. Our master license partners benefit from comprehensive training, marketing, and operations support - backed by a franchisee-first philosophy that has helped thousands of entrepreneurs succeed globally. We have developed hundreds of brands spanning high-growth sectors from flexible workspace and B2B services to fast-casual dining.
UFG has the following brands available for Master License development for the first time in New Zealand:
• Black Optix Tint®: Premium window tinting, auto styling, paint protection, and ceramic coatings
• Graze Craze®: Charcuterie boards and boxes capitalizing on the fastest-growing food trend worldwide
• Exit Factor™: Helping business owners maximize value and plan their exit strategy
• Transworld Business Advisors®: World's largest business brokerage franchise helping owners buy, sell, and grow businesses
• Intelligent Office®: Virtual offices, meeting rooms, and on-demand workspace solutions, sized less than 1,000m²
• Office Evolution®: Flexible workspace and private offices in suburban markets globally, sized 1,000m² to 1,500m²
• Venture X®: Premium coworking and flexible workspaces for today's businesses, sized from 1,500m²
• The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®: Fast-casual Mediterranean dining in a booming segment with loyal repeat customers
We seek partners with business development experience, local market knowledge, and the capital to support multi-unit growth. For more information about master license opportunities and investment requirements, please contact Mike Gallagher (mgallagher@ufgcorp.com). https://unitedfranchisegroup.com/
Mars Bioimaging seeking distribution partners, with an initial focus on the East Coast and potentially California
Mars Bioimaging has recently received FDA 510(k) clearance for its portable photon-counting CT scanner, marking a significant milestone in our global commercialisation journey. (MARS Bioimaging)
As we begin our US market entry, we are actively seeking distribution partners, with an initial focus on the East Coast and potentially California. We are looking to engage experienced medtech distributors who can represent and support our product in the orthopedic extremity market.
Our ideal partner would:
Contact our VP – Sales, Steve Attkins, T +64 21979878, E stephen.attkins@marsbioimaging.com
Docu Edge Festival 2006 - 21st year
Doc Edge is a not-for-profit charitable organisation serving as New Zealand’s national organisation for documentaries since 2005. It is also an Oscar®-qualifying festival and the premiere Asia Pacific hub for all things documentary.
Auckland | 24 June – 12 July - Screenings and Q&As, Immersive Exhibition, Industry Events & Awards: 29 June – 1 July
Wellington | 15 – 26 July - Screenings and Q&As, Immersive Exhibition
Partnership Opportunities include Festival or film sponsorship, Support for American guests (travel and accommodation), Hosting a screening or networking event around a selected film, Advertising in the festival programme.
Contact: Dan Shanan, Co-founder/ Executive Director/ Trustee dan@docedge.nz
Performing in New Zealand for the first time, American violinist, Gil Shaham, joins Auckland Philharmonia to play Beethoven’s towering Violin Concerto on Saturday 27 June in the Auckland Town Hall. One of the foremost violinists of our time, Gil Shaham is a Grammy Award-winner and was named Musical America’s ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’. His flawless technique combined with his inimitable warmth and generosity of spirit has solidified his renown as an American master. Shaham is sought-after throughout the world for concerto appearances with leading orchestras and conductors, and regularly gives recitals and appears with ensembles on the world’s great concert stages and at the most prestigious festivals. Conductor Antony Hermus - Beethoven Violin Concerto & Prokofiev Cinderella (selections)
Don’t miss this opportunity to see this global violin superstar perform in Auckland. Book your tickets now at www.aucklandphil.nz
Concert details: The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Gil Shaham Plays Beethoven 7.30pm, Saturday 27 June, Auckland Town Hall,
The concert is quickly selling out but there is a tranche of VIP balcony tickets that are being held so if there are any AmCham members who might be particularly interested attending contact: Melanie Esplin, Director of Development & Campaign Director MelanieE@aucklandphil.nz
Seeking investment support Jacob Douglas - www.jacobdouglas.co.nz I am a 20yr New Zealand racing driver currently competing in the United States as I pursue a career in professional motorsport. My journey in racing began in New Zealand, where I developed through the junior categories winning 4 New Zealand championships before making the move internationally to further my career. Transitioning to the U.S. at age 16 by myself has been a major step, exposing me to a highly competitive environment and allowing me to continue progressing both on and off the track. Motorsport at this level is not only about performance, but also about building strong relationships and representing partners in a professional and meaningful way.
Last season marked an important chapter in my career as I competed alongside IndyCar in the USF Pro 2000 Championship. I totaled up 1 win, 8 podiums and 14 top 5 finishes, and P5 in the championship.
Looking ahead to this year, my goal is to build on that foundation and establish myself as a front-running competitor. I am focused on our goal of winning the championship, and the scholarship into INDY NXT for the 2027 season. Beyond this season, my long-term ambition is to progress through the American open-wheel ladder and ultimately reach IndyCar.
As I continue this journey, I am actively seeking partners who want to be part of a high-performance environment with international exposure. Motorsport offers a unique platform to connect New Zealand businesses with opportunities in the United States, providing brand visibility, networking opportunities, and a compelling story to align with.
I am incredibly motivated for the season ahead and excited about the opportunity to work with partners who share a vision for growth, performance, and success on a global stage. Contact: jacob@jacobdouglas.co.nz
NZ Premium Butter seeking investment We are looking for any American's wanting to Invest and live in NZ. Purchase Price: Land and building values average about $1,190 per square metre, translating to roughly $1.5 million to $3.5+ million 1.2 mill + 3.5 mill =4.7 mill. This would mean that they would be the owner of the Land and Buildings as well as the new equipment we need to purchase until we fully pay for it. The company would also be paying the owner rent so they would have a secure tenant and a secure Blue chip investment.
The minimum plant and set up costs are 1.2mill and all this money goes into the business to get it up and running within 6 months.
This amount of Investment allows us to produce 1000kgs per hour and ability to supply both NZ & Australian markets before increasing investment to allow greater capacity and greater dividends for the shareholders. Contact: Ian & Dally Cozens Ph +64 272730365 info@alifeofhealth.co.nz
Seeking support
Arki Hunter I am a recent Auckland high school graduate who has been accepted to Columbia University in New York, where I will begin my undergraduate studies in 2026.
I’m reaching out as I begin preparing for the move to the United States. While Columbia has provided financial aid, I am largely funding the transition myself, and the cost of relocating internationally remains significant. I am currently working and reaching out to organisations that support connections between New Zealand and the United States. Contact: arkisunday@gmail.com
Aiden Anderson I am a student at Baylor University preparing to study abroad in New Zealand this summer. Through this experience, I hope to engage directly with New Zealand’s culture and bring those insights back to my academic and local communities. I am currently seeking financial support to help make this opportunity possible and wanted to inquire whether your organization offers student sponsorships or could connect me with potential partners who do. Contact: Aiden_Anderson3@baylor.edu
Investor migrants using the Active Investor Plus Growth category will soon be able to include a philanthropic component as part of their overall investment in New Zealand.
From 1 June 2026, applicants in the Growth category will be able to include philanthropic gifts of up to 20 percent of their total investment, with the remainder continuing to be invested in higher-growth assets.
“The Active Investor Plus Visa is designed to attract experienced investors who can make a meaningful contribution to New Zealand’s economy and communities,” Immigration Minister Erica Stanford says.
“The Growth category is focused on investment that supports business growth, innovation and productivity. Allowing a capped philanthropic option adds flexibility, while keeping the category’s focus on strong economic outcomes.
“Over the last year I have met a number of investors, potential investors, and heard from charities, asking for investors to be able to contribute directly to social, environmental, conservation, or cultural good in New Zealand through a philanthropic gift as part of their AIP Visa. While that option is currently available in the Balanced category, it is not available in Growth which attracts the majority of applications.
“This expansion to Growth gives investors the option to support eligible charities or specified Department of Conversation initiatives with philanthropic gifts alongside their investment,” Ms Stanford says.
“Charities make invaluable contributions to our communities and for many a philanthropic gift can make a significant difference in being able to continue their important work.
“I particularly thank Conservation Minister Tama Potaka for his work to drive changes in the conservation space.”
The Growth category minimum investment remains NZD $5 million. Under the new settings, philanthropy can make up to 20 percent of that total ($1m), and the remaining investment must continue to be in acceptable investments.
Eligibility for registered charities to receive philanthropic gifts via the AIP Visa will also be strengthened. Charities must have been operating for at least five years, be a Tier 1-3 charity, and the philanthropic gift must be used to benefit New Zealand and cannot personally benefit the applicant.
“This expansion retains the Grown category’s focus on active investment, while recognising that philanthropy also supports positive outcomes for communities alongside strong economic investment,” Ms Stanford says.
More information on the detailed requirements will be available on the Immigration New Zealand website.
The US Senate has today confirmed Jared Novelly, of Missouri, to be Ambassador to New Zealand, and to serve concurrently and without additional compensation as Ambassador to the Independent State of Samoa, the Cook Islands, and Niue. We look forward to welcoming the Ambassador to New Zealand in the coming months.
Jared Novelly has a distinguished career in business, sports management, and philanthropy. He currently serves as the Principal of Crest Sports and Entertainment, through which he is the Owner and Chairman of The Illawarra Hawks, a basketball team that competes in the National Basketball League for Australia. He is also the Director of Apex Holding Company and Apex Oil Corporation, Inc. in St. Louis, Missouri.
Mr. Novelly has served as a Principal, Owner, and Broker of Saint Albans Realty. He has also served in various positions for Southwestern Bell Wireless as a Customer Care Representative, Assistant Manager, and Regional Manager. Mr. Novelly worked for SBC Wireless/Cingular and SBC Management Services, Inc. as a Director of Internet Operations, Associate Director of Merger Transition and Global Solutions. In living and conducting business throughout the Oceania region over the last seven years, he has developed strong professional relationships across both business and government sectors and a deep understanding of the region’s economic and political landscape, making him well qualified to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand, the Independent State of Samoa, the Cook Islands, and Niue.
Mr. Novelly is a native of St. Louis, Missouri. He holds a Masters of Property Development from the University of Technology Sydney in Ultimo, Australia and both a B.A. and B.S. from Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri.
Source: https://www.state.gov/
The American Chamber of Commerce in NZ, a leading voice in fostering robust trade and connectivity between New Zealand and the United States, is proud to announce the official launch of its highly anticipated annual awards program. This year's awards introduce six dynamic new categories designed to recognize and celebrate the innovative businesses and individuals driving the future of the bilateral relationship.
We are delighted to welcome New Zealand legend, Phil Keoghan, as our awards Ambassador. Phil is one of New Zealand’s most successful creative talents on the world stage, earning him numerous awards for his TV shows and films. Phil knows what it takes to succeed in the USA and encourages businesses to enter our awards.
The expanded categories highlight key growth sectors and strategic areas of cooperation, providing a platform to showcase excellence, ingenuity, and success in the transatlantic marketplace.
The new award categories are:
CLICK ON THE RELEVANT AWARD ABOVE TO DOWNLOAD A COPY OF THE AWARDS APPLICATION FORM & CRITERIA
We will also present an AmCham member of the Year award.
"These new categories reflect the evolving partnerships and opportunities in with the USA, New Zealand’s second largest trading partner ", said Mike Hearn Executive Director, AmCham.
Mark Foy, Managing Director, New Zealand and Pacific Islands at DHL Express, said, “Recognising the next generation of New Zealand businesses driving growth in one of our most important global markets is why DHL Express remains committed to partnering with AmCham for this awards program. The United States continues to be a key trading partner for Kiwi exporters, and we’re seeing strong momentum from innovative, ambitious companies leveraging international logistics to scale faster. We’re proud to support and celebrate those taking bold steps to expand their footprint and strengthen the vital trade connection between New Zealand and the USA.”
Entries for the awards open on 12th May with applications available on our website www.amcham.co.nz Entries close on 3rd July and winners will be announced at a prestigious gala dinner to be held at Pullman Hotel in Auckland on 17th September - click here for tickets to the dinner.
Lead sponsor- DHL Express Airline sponsor - United Airlines Gold sponsors - ANZ Bank, Insprie Labs, Lockheed Martin New Zealand and SweeneyVesty. Silver sponsors - Ironside McDonald Intellectual Property, Buckley Systems Ltd
Media supporter - The Business. Wine sponsor - Constellation Brands Event Manager and sponsor - Event Revolution
See Phil Keoghan's video
CaloCurb is a New Zealand developed nutraceutical business focused on natural appetite management. Its core product is a plant based, clinically validated GLP 1 activating supplement made from hops grown in Nelson. The hop residue is extracted in Australia and the finished capsules are manufactured in the United States by Lonza. The product is regulated in the United States under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act and holds the required approvals from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). Over the past year the company has secured several significant distribution agreements in the United States across direct to consumer, practitioner and wholesale channels. As a result revenue is forecast to increase materially in the coming financial year. The Challenge CaloCurb operates with a long cash conversion cycle. Raw hops are purchased in Nelson during the seasonal harvest and then shipped to Australia for extraction into liquid form before being exported to the United States for encapsulation and final packaging. Supplier terms require meaningful payments in advance and on delivery, while US customers typically operate on 30 to 45 day terms. Inventory levels also need to remain elevated due to seasonal supply and batch production cycles. As volumes were forecast to increase, the working capital gap was expected to widen. The company required additional funding to support higher inventory levels, increased purchase orders and receivables growth without placing pressure on day to day operations. The Solution To support this next stage of growth CaloCurb worked with the Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) and, with support from New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), approached New Zealand Export Credit (NZEC) for a Loan Guarantee. NZEC partnered on a fifty-fifty risk share basis with the bank, enabling approval of the company’s first significant working capital facility. The guarantee process was streamlined and a decision was made within five working days of submission. The facility was structured around receivables and confirmed purchase orders, aligning funding with export sales growth while addressing the bank’s credit considerations. The Result So Far With the facility in place CaloCurb is able to bridge its extended cash conversion cycle and release working capital tied up in receivables and purchase orders, allowing the business to fund larger inventory positions and scale confidently in the United States. The structured, fit-for-purpose working capital support has allowed the business to pursue its current growth trajectory while maintaining disciplined financial management and supply chain stability. “As we scaled our US distribution, it was important to establish a working capital facility aligned with our export growth and supply chain cycle. Following an introduction from NZTE, BNZ worked with NZEC to structure a facility that provides the flexibility and headroom required to support our expansion. The process itself was efficient and commercially focused. The facility has given us the confidence to pursue sizeable opportunities for continued growth in the United States market knowing we had the working capital support.” Sarah Kennedy, Founder & CEO, Calocurb® “NZEC backing Calocurb’s working capital facility has been a big enabler, providing confidence and meaning the team has been able to focus efforts on aggressively driving sales and marketing efforts in the U.S. It’s a great example of NZEC removing roadblocks to support an innovative business to grow faster in a competitive category.” Terry Teoh, Regional Manager and Customer Manager, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise “Working with NZEC allowed us to provide CaloCurb with a facility tailored to their growth plans. The process was streamlined and commercially focused, giving us confidence to support their expansion into the US market.” Dean Harris, Trade Specialist, BNZ Partnership Banking “Highly innovative companies like Calocurb need access to trade finance to stay nimble, capture growth opportunities and fulfil larger orders. It was great to work alongside Calocurb, NZTE and BNZ to help position the business for its next stage of growth.” Nitin Chib, Senior Business Originator, New Zealand Export Credit.
Source: https://exportcredit.treasury.govt.nz/
Data-driven collaboration to maximize value of a combined library featuring Alcon's own Blade Runner 2049, The Blind Side and The Expanse alongside newly acquired global franchises like The Matrix and Mad Max LOS ANGELES - April 2, 2026 - Alcon Media Group and Parrot Analytics today announced a strategic partnership to integrate Parrot Analytics’ industry-leading global, cross-platform entertainment analytics and content valuation into Alcon’s decision-making across film, television, interactive and publishing. The collaboration provides a unified, global view of audience demand and independent valuation to prioritize development, inform go-to-market plans, and unlock long-term potential across Alcon’s library. Following Alcon’s acquisition of the Village Roadshow Entertainment Group film library - adding 108 feature titles - the company is broadening its focus from individual productions to the careful stewardship and monetization of a larger library of existing work. Together with Parrot Analytics, Alcon will identify latent demand, assess franchise viability, and determine optimal timing and format by market around existing titles so timeless stories can reach new audiences thoughtfully and effectively. “Our founding principle has always been to be creatively led and to support artists with a disciplined, business-first approach,” said Broderick Johnson and Andrew Kosove, Co-CEOs of Alcon Media Group. “As our library has grown, so has the complexity and opportunity. Partnering with Parrot Analytics gives us a rigorous global view of audience demand and independent, title-level valuation to manage the portfolio with precision and continue delivering high-quality entertainment.” Under the collaboration, Alcon will use Parrot Analytics’ TV, Movie, and Talent Demand products - together with Audience Demographics and Audience Sentiment - and apply Content Valuation and custom engagements to turn insights into action across its multi-vertical operations. The aim is a common decision language that aligns creative investments with evidence from global entertainment analytics data, from development through release and beyond. “Global content valuation is the new standard for modern studios, streamers and content makers worldwide to maximize content investment returns. At this scale, you need an operating system for developing, valuing and monetizing IP. Our end-to-end entertainment analytics suite transforms content from every stage into a measurable, comparable and investable asset class - without compromising creative ambition - to maximize capital returns for all stakeholders involved,” said Wared Seger, CEO of Parrot Analytics. The partnership will initially concentrate on two workstreams designed to convert analytics into everyday levers for Alcon’s creative and commercial teams: IP investment strategy: Quantify demand for Alcon’s slate of films and TV shows, while providing valuations for future library acquisitions. Talent planning: Inform casting, producer and filmmaker teams, with global independent demand at a market specific level. Together, these workstreams form a repeatable decision framework that converts independent insight into portfolio-level action across Alcon's entire content ecosystem. ABOUT ALCON ENTERTAINMENT Los Angeles-based independent finance and production company Alcon Entertainment has financed and produced or co-financed and co-produced 35 films to date, including the critically acclaimed Blade Runner 2049, starring Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford, which was nominated for five Academy Awards, and won for Best Cinematography and Best Visual Effects; The Book of Eli, starring Denzel Washington and Gary Oldman, the Academy Award Best Picture nominee The Blind Side, which earned Sandra Bullock an Oscar for Best Actress; the thrillers Insomnia, and Prisoners, which helped launch the careers of Christoper Nolan, and Denis Villeneuve, respectively, and the recent Sony Pictures box office success The Garfield Movie, the animated film adaptation of the beloved cartoon strip Garfield, featuring Chris Pratt and Samuel L. Jackson. In 2015, Alcon launched its Alcon Television Group. It is currently in post production on Blade Runner 2099, an original series for Amazon Prime to premiere in 2027. Other projects include the hit sci-fi series The Expanse; the animated children’s series Pete the Cat, a co-production with Amazon Studios, based on the best-selling children’s book series. Alcon Television Group’s other past projects include the Grammy-winning and Emmy-nominated four-part documentary The Defiant Ones, originally developed for HBO, which chronicled the divergent roots and unlikely partnership of Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, that launched exclusively on NBCUniversal’s Peacock; Amazon’s animated holiday special Pete The Cat: A Groovy New Year, featuring Elvis Costello; and the Emmy-nominated HBO documentary Sinatra: All Or Nothing At All from Oscar-winning director Alex Gibney, which remains one of HBO’s most successful shows in the 50+ demographic. For Alcon Entertainment, contact: Christine Foy christine@angelcopr.com ABOUT PARROT ANALYTICS Parrot Analytics is the global authority on media and entertainment intelligence, providing the strategic decision support the world's leading studios, producers, streamers, investors and government bodies rely on to de-risk content investment and maximize returns. Trusted across the full media economy - from studios and streaming platforms to film funds, sports leagues and government bodies - Parrot Analytics informs capital allocation, acquisitions, programming strategy and IP valuation at the highest levels of the industry. Measuring the demand and preferences of more than 2 billion audiences worldwide, Parrot Analytics’ AI platform quantifies the value of content, talent, franchises and sports rights - enabling partners to forecast revenue, assess risk, optimize portfolio strategy and deliver predictable success. For Parrot Analytics, contact: Samuel Stadler samuel@parrotanalytics.com
Rocket Lab now plans to scale Mynaric production capacity, making industry-leading satellite laser communication technology available at the volume and speed demanded by commercial and government satellite customers across Europe, the United States, and rest of world LONG BEACH, Calif., April 14, 2026 - Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Mynaric AG (“Mynaric”), a leading provider of laser optical communications terminals for air, space, and mobile applications. Rocket Lab paid an aggregate consideration value of $155.3 million consisting of a nominal cash payment and 2,277,002 shares of Rocket Lab’s Common Stock. The acquisition further strengthens Rocket Lab’s extensive capabilities as a leading launch provider, spacecraft manufacturer, and supplier of satellite components at scale to the global space market. “Laser communication is a key enabler for satellite constellations, but it has long been a supply chain pain point for commercial and government constellation operators. High-performing and cost-effective products simply have not been available in high volumes. That changes today with Mynaric now officially part of Rocket Lab,” said Sir Peter Beck, founder and CEO of Rocket Lab. “We have a strong track record of unlocking satellite subsystem bottlenecks, making industry-leading technology affordable and available at scale. We look forward to joining forces with the Mynaric team to do the same for laser communications.” The completion of the transaction comes after successful review and approval by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. Mynaric will continue to be headquartered in Munich, Germany, establishing Rocket Lab’s first European footprint and enabling the Company to expand its ability to support German and broader European space programs. An important driving factor behind the acquisition decision was Rocket Lab’s extensive insight into the Mynaric team and technology, thanks to Mynaric providing CONDOR Mk3 optical communication terminals for Rocket Lab's $1.3 billion prime contracts to produce 36 satellites for the Space Development Agency (SDA) Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture. This relationship gave Rocket Lab a high degree of confidence in the Mynaric team and technology, while also giving the Company insight into how the products could be scaled and efficiencies achieved to meet rapidly growing customer demand. Mynaric is also a supplier to other SDA contracts, and Mynaric and Rocket Lab share many customers spanning commercial constellation operators, satellite prime contractors, and defense and civil government agencies. + Media Inquiries Morgan Connaughton media@rocketlabusa.com + Investor Inquiries investors@rocketlabusa.com + About Rocket Lab About Rocket Lab Rocket Lab is a leading space company that provides launch services, spacecraft, payloads and satellite components serving commercial, government, and national security markets. Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket; its HASTE rocket provides hypersonic test launch capability for the U.S. government and allied nations; and its Neutron launch vehicle in development will unlock medium launch for constellation deployment, national security and exploration missions. Rocket Lab’s spacecraft and satellite components have enabled more than 1,700 missions spanning commercial, defense and national security missions including GPS, constellations, and exploration missions to the Moon, Mars, and Venus. Rocket Lab is a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq stock exchange (RKLB). Learn more at www.rocketlabcorp.com. Forward Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We intend such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). All statements contained in this press release other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding our launch and space systems operations, launch schedule and window, safe and repeatable access to space, Neutron development, operational expansion and business strategy, are forward-looking statements. The words “believe,” “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “potential,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “strategy,” “future,” “could,” “would,” “project,” “plan,” “target,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, though not all forward-looking statements use these words or expressions. These statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the factors, risks and uncertainties included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, as such factors may be updated from time to time in our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov and the Investor Relations section of our website at https://investors.rocketlabcorp.com which could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any such forward-looking statements represent management’s estimates as of the date of this press release. While we may elect to update such forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we disclaim any obligation to do so, even if subsequent events cause our views to change.
DataBank, a leading provider of enterprise-class colocation, interconnection, and managed services, along with Goodman Group (ASX:GMG), a global provider of digital infrastructure, have formed a joint venture (JV) which will enable the launch of a new 32MW facility in Los Angeles, one of the most supply-constrained data centre markets in the U.S. The new data centre, located at 3094 E Vernon Avenue in Vernon, CA, will meet the growing demand for high-density, scalable data centre capacity that the Los Angeles region is currently seeing from cloud, AI, and enterprise customers. The site is expected to open in December of 2026 with the first 6MW available and the remaining 26MW coming online in stages through to September 2027. The site adds to DataBank’s existing development pipeline of more than 850MW across major U.S markets including Dallas, New York, Atlanta, Kansas City, Houston, and Northern Virginia. The JV establishes a strategic partnership that leverages the strengths of both parties, combining capital, with development, leasing and operational excellence. Goodman brings a track-record of delivering large-scale complex infrastructure around the world, having first acquired the Vernon site in 2023, securing power, planning and entitlements, and designing the Vernon facility which sits within Goodman’s 6.0 GW global power bank. Goodman will complete the development as part of its projected work in progress of $USD12.4 billion1 spanning both industrial and low latency data centres in major metro markets across the US, Europe, Asia and Australia. DataBank will operate the new Vernon site, its second in the L.A. market, adding to an infrastructure platform of 70+ data centres and interconnection sites in 25+ U.S. markets, and drawing upon a 20-year history of data centre leasing, operational excellence and industry-leading customer satisfaction. The Vernon property is just the first for the JV as both parties intend to expand the relationship through the development of additional sites in capacity constrained markets across the U.S. “We’re excited to be partnering with Goodman to bring critically needed AI-ready data centre capacity to enterprises in the Los Angeles market,” said Raul Martynek, DataBank’s CEO. “Together with Goodman’s development expertise, we’re able to accelerate our expansion in the market and deliver a world-class data centre that will serve hyperscale, AI and enterprise customers with the reliability, scalability and operational excellence they expect from DataBank.” Anthony Rozic, CEO Goodman North America, said “Power, sites, and capital are critical to being able to build into demand and provide delivery certainty for customers. Vernon is a landmark project for Goodman in North America and a key component in our local data centre strategy, where we procured the site, power and capital to bring it to the advanced stage it is today. By partnering with DataBank, utilising its proven platform and its relationships with more than 2500 enterprise customers, we can optimise the delivery of this critical digital infrastructure to the market.” 1 Total projected work in progress by 30 June 2026 (AUD >$18 billion)
Source: https://www.goodman.com/
Maxigesic Rapid in the US (marketed as Combogesic Rapid) is now set to be distributed through Cost Plus, the public benefit organisation founded in 2022 with the backing of the US billionaire and Shark Tank star Mark Cuban. Cost Plus was established to lower the distribution costs of medicine. Since its founding in 2022 it has grown rapidly and now stocks more than 2,300 commonly prescribed medicines. It distributes these medicines, online and through affiliated pharmacies at cost plus a 15% markup2 and its reach extends to all 50 US states. AFT is now concentrating on this channel to market Maxigesic Rapid for the main markets in the US, while Alexso will continue to distribute the medicine for the market segments of its distribution arrangements we disclosed in 2024 and Hikma will continue to distribute the intravenous form of the medicine. Finally, AFT continues to expand its portfolio of medicines in this market including our Liposachet range, Kiwisoothe, and Optisoothe range. These medicines are available through Amazon presently with other channels currently under negotiation.
Source: https://investors.aftpharm.com/
The Minister was invited to visit Washington DC this week by US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio. They met on Tuesday morning (US time), and discussed:
- US/NZ bilateral relations. The Secretary and the Minister traversed the warm, wide-ranging, and longstanding relationship between New Zealand and the United States - including on defence & security and trade & economic matters. They discussed the ongoing conversations led by our Trade Ministers on the issue of tariffs as well as the ongoing dialogue between our two governments on critical minerals cooperation.
- The conflict in the Middle East. Secretary Rubio outlined US progress towards ending the war. Minister Peters outlined the significant negative economic impacts on New Zealand, and our Pacific neighbours, arising from the war - and New Zealand’s desire to see dialogue and de-escalation. Given the impacts on the Indo-Pacific of Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Minister Peters and Secretary Rubio stressed the crucial importance countries around the world attach to international law as it applies to freedom of navigation. - The Pacific Islands region. The Minister outlined New Zealand’s aspiration as host of next year’s Pacific Islands Forum, invited Secretary Rubio to attend, and encouraged the United States to continue to play a fulsome role in the region in close cooperation with New Zealand and Australia. Secretary Rubio and Minister Peters discussed priority matters in the Pacific, including energy supply chain issues and transnational organised crime. - The Indo-Pacific. The Minister and the Secretary discussed the shared strategic interests of New Zealand and the United States in the Indo-Pacific region, as two Pacific democracies.
Source: https://x.com/NewZealandMFA
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