Newly independent company immediately becomes one of the largest MGAs in the world.

OMAHA, Neb., April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mr. Jamie Sahara, President of Applied Underwriters, today announced that its subsidiary, United Risk, has been established as an independent, ‘stand-alone’ operating company. United Risk, which remains affiliated with Applied and its related companies, has grown dramatically since its unveiling in November 2023 and provides a global P&C underwriting platform comprised of 28 different MGA and MGU programs, spanning more than 30 offices around the world, including New York, London and Paris, with more than 250 insurance professionals.

Recognized for its growing volume of specialized, niche market-leading programs, United Risk is unique in the field, according to Mr. Sahara, for its talented staff, depth of marketplace intelligence and multinational presence: “I see a bright future of potential for United Risk and its leadership team who have embraced in earnest a spirited confidence to build out the best business possible. At the same time, United Risk continues to enjoy strategic partnerships with the other Applied affiliates which have proven, deep resources giving United Risk an advantage over its direct competitors as it develops on its own in difficult areas such as cyber security, IT development, artificial intelligence and branding.”

United Risk’s CFO, Alex Amezquita, who joined the company recently after having served as CFO of Herbalife and as Senior Vice President at Moelis & Company, a global investment bank, concluded: “Applied has facilitated and incubated every step of United Risk’s platform for growth up to this point. Now, there is much new ground to cover and new vistas to explore as we emerge as an insurance and financial powerhouse. Our entire team, and all of the program partners, are optimistically upbeat and ready for the challenges ahead.”

About United Risk Global (www.unitedrisk.global)

United Risk Global is an international property and casualty insurance underwriting and distribution platform independently owned and operated by its practice partners and affiliated with Applied Underwriters operationally and through its common and powerful brand identity. United Risk’s home office is located at 50 Rockefeller Plaza in New York.

About Applied Underwriters (www.auw.com)

Applied Underwriters® is a global risk services firm that helps businesses and people manage uncertainty through its business services, insurance and reinsurance solutions. As a company, Applied Underwriters has been distinguished by its innovative approaches to client care and by its strong financial strength. Applied Underwriters operates widely throughout the US, UK, EU and Middle East. Its operational headquarters is located in Omaha, Nebraska.

Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2365569/UnitedRisk_Horz_Logo.jpg
Logo – https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2365570/AUW_Black_Blue_Horz_Logo.jpg

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/applied-underwriters-completes-spin-off-of-its-subsidiary-united-risk-as-newly-independent-company-expands-further-adding-new-units-and-top-leadership-staff-302433099.html

Versatile, durable, and safe for use on children’s products, V-BOND ink perfectly complements the ability of Roland DG’s UV flatbeds to print directly on a wide variety of substrates and three-dimensional objects.

IRVINE, Calif., April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of large-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters, vinyl cutters, and other advanced digital imaging devices, has announced the launch of new V-BOND UV ink specially formulated for use with Roland DG VersaOBJECT MO Series UV flatbed printers. V-BOND continues to be a popular and widely used ink for Roland DG’s VersaOBJECT CO-i Series large-format UV flatbeds, however, the availability of this ink for the MO Series opens up new creative opportunities for users of benchtop UV printers like the MO-240 and new MO-180.

V-BOND ink has proven to be versatile, durable, and cost-effective ink for creating everything from indoor and outdoor signage to customized and personalized products. Its outstanding durability and compatibility with a range of materials also makes V-BOND perfect for printing popular applications such as coroplast yard signs on MO Series or CO-i Series flatbeds. V-BOND ink cures instantly under UV light and produces vibrant, scratch-resistant graphics that adhere well when direct-printed on a vast array of substrates and three-dimensional objects. In addition, V-BOND is nickel-free, CPSIA certified and compliant with California Proposition 65, making it safe for use on children’s toys, lunch boxes, and school supplies as well as pet products, food packaging, and more. It’s also ideal for enhancing electronics, promotional items, awards, giftware, and many other offerings with detailed designs, images, and text.

Available in CMYK, Gloss, and White, V-BOND ink is made to bring out the best in VersaOBJECT UV flatbed printers. The CMYK inks combine with the True Rich Color profiles in Roland DG’s VersaWorks® RIP software to produce more vibrant reds, natural skin tones, and smooth grayscale, while the Gloss and White specialty inks allow users to incorporate stunning dimensional and textural effects into their prints.

“Our VersaOBJECT benchtop and large-format UV flatbed printers can print directly on virtually any material or item with speed and precision, making them unbeatable for direct-to-object printing applications,” said Roland DGA’s UV Printer Product Manager, Philip Chu. “Their compatibility with CPSIA/Toy Safety compliant V-BOND ink makes these advanced, easy-to-use machines even more versatile, significantly expanding the creative possibilities for users.”

VersaOBJECT MO Series models include the MO-240, a highly productive benchtop UV flatbed with a 24″ x 18″ print area that direct-prints on substrates up to eight inches (203 mm) thick, and the new MO-180, which has an 18″ x 12″ print area and offers the same great features and capabilities as the MO-240 in a more compact package. VersaOBJECT CO-i Series large-format UV flatbeds include the 30-inch CO-300i-F2 and the 64-inch CO-640i, both of which can print directly on objects up to 9.5 inches (242 mm) thick.

V-BOND inks for VersaOBJECT MO Series UV flatbed printers (available in 750 ml pouches) and VersaOBJECT CO-i Series UV flatbeds (available in 250 ml or 500 ml cartridges) can be purchased through authorized Roland DGA dealers.

To learn more about V-BOND Ink, visit https://www.rolanddga.com/products/inks/v-bond-ink. For more information on Roland DGA or Roland DGA’s complete product line, visit https://www.rolanddga.com.

About Roland DG Americas

Roland DGA serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation. Founded in 1981, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers for the sign, apparel, textile, interior design, personalization, and vehicle graphics markets; engravers for awards, giftware and ADA signage; photo impact printers for direct part marking; and 3D printers and CNC milling machines for the dental CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, part manufacturing and medical industries.

Media Contact

Marc Malkin, Roland DGA, 800-542-2307, mmalkin@rolanddga.com, https://www.rolanddga.com 

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prweb.com/releases/roland-dga-announces-launch-of-new-v-bond-ink-for-versaobject-mo-series-benchtop-uv-flatbed-printers-302432883.html

SOURCE Roland DGA

News summary

Flex was the only company to win multiple 2025 Automotive News PACE Awards, globally recognized as the industry benchmark for innovation.Awarded for the Jupiter Compute Platform and Backup DC/DC Converter, highlighting Flex’s leadership in design and advanced manufacturing for next-generation mobility.Both Flex platforms are already being adopted by global automakers as critical enablers to the shift to software-defined vehicles and the progression to hybrids and EVs.

AUSTIN, Texas, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) was named a two-time 2025 Automotive News PACE Award winner at the awards ceremony on April 15, recognized for its industry-leading Jupiter Compute Platform and Backup DC/DC Converter design platforms. As the only company to receive two PACE Awards in 2025, the wins underscore Flex’s leadership in compute and power electronics product design for next-generation mobility.

The PACE Awards recognize automotive suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement, and business performance. The Jupiter Compute Platform is an NVIDIA DRIVE AGX-powered, scalable compute architecture that supports applications from passenger cars to commercial vehicles spanning from Level 2+ advanced driver assistance systems to full autonomous driving. This development platform is based on a collaborative ecosystem approach that allows customers to focus on software development and harness Flex’s compute design expertise to commercialize faster. Jupiter has enabled breakthroughs in a variety of use cases, including Torc Robotics’ virtual driver software for autonomous trucking.

The Backup DC/DC Converter is a purpose-built solution that provides instant power to essential drive-by-wire systems in emergency situations. It directly addresses a critical need for power continuity across 15-years of always-on operation with Flex-engineered hardware and software that greatly reduces standby power loss and product footprint. This innovation exemplifies how Flex advances automotive safety and is expected to debut on an upcoming vehicle from a major global automaker.

“For 30 years, the PACE program has celebrated cutting-edge innovations that have shaped the automotive industry on a global level,” said Jamie Butters, executive editor of Automotive News. “The companies on this year’s list have pioneered significant technologies that will continue to propel the industry forward.”

The 30th annual PACE Awards were presented by Automotive News. The competition was open to suppliers that contribute products, processes, materials, or services directly to the manufacture of cars or trucks. The Automotive News PACE Award is accepted around the world as the industry benchmark for innovation.

“Winning two PACE Awards in the same year is an incredible honor and underscores Flex’s position as a leading supplier of automotive product design and innovation,” said Mike Thoeny, President of Automotive at Flex. “This recognition demonstrates how we are accelerating next-generation mobility to market while highlighting how we partner with our customers across the entire lifecycle, from product development to manufacturing and services.”

Flex earned the Automotive News PACE Awards following an extensive review by an independent panel of judges including comprehensive written applications and in-person site visits.

For complete details of the Automotive News PACE Award, visit www.autonews.com/awards/pace.

About Flex

Flex (Reg. No. 199002645H) is the manufacturing partner of choice that helps a diverse customer base design and build products that improve the world. Through the collective strength of a global workforce across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex delivers technology innovation, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions to diverse industries and end markets.

Flex Contacts

Media & Press
Christie Haber
Director, Commercial Marketing
(602) 245-1057
Christie.Haber@flex.com

Investors & Analysts
David A. Rubin
Vice President, Investor Relations
(408) 577-4632
David.Rubin@flex.com

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/flex-wins-two-2025-pace-awards-for-innovation-in-automotive-compute-and-power-electronics-302433032.html

SOURCE Flex