ABS Acquires RMC Global to Strengthen Cyber, Risk and Resilience Capabilities

  HOUSTON - Thursday, 30. April 2026 AETOSWire 

Acquisition to Deliver Stronger, More Integrated Solutions for Clients

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- ABS, through its affiliate ABSG Consulting Inc. (ABS Consulting), has today announced the acquisition of RMC Global (RMC), a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity, risk management and resiliency solutions.

The acquisition strengthens ABS Consulting’s capabilities and market position, bringing together two organizations with complementary expertise, shared values and a common mission. Combining RMC’s capabilities with ABS Consulting’s scale, technical depth and global resources, unlocks more integrated solutions for clients operating in increasingly complex risk environments.

ABS Chairman and CEO John McDonald said: “Clients are facing increasing operational risk, cyber threats, and regulatory pressure. Bringing together the expertise of RMC and ABS Consulting strengthens our ability to deliver even greater value and support for our clients through comprehensive, integrated solutions.”

He highlighted that the acquisition is both a strategic and cultural fit. RMC’s strong culture of critical infrastructure protection and industrial cybersecurity aligns closely with ABS Consulting’s focus on protecting people, assets and critical operations around the world.

He said: “ABS and RMC make a strong fit in mission and culture. Both organizations are focused on work with real-world impact. Both value expertise, practical problem solving, and long-term trust. And both are committed to helping protect critical systems, support resilience, and solve complex challenges in environments where the stakes are high.”

ABS Consulting CEO David Wechsler said: “This acquisition builds on priority areas where we see sustained client demand and long-term growth opportunity. The combination strengthens our ability to support our customers’ evolving operational risk, cyber threats, and regulatory demands, while giving us a broader platform to deliver increasingly innovative solutions.”

RMC President Vince Kuchar said: “What brought our organizations together is a shared culture, mission, and purpose: delivering practical, trusted solutions that protect critical infrastructure and critical missions, enabling resilience in the face of growing risk. By joining ABS with its 164-year mission, we are better positioned to support our clients today and to adapt alongside them in the years ahead.”

More information about ABS Consulting is available here. More information about RMC is available here.

About ABS

ABS, a global leader in classification services, is focused on delivering a safer, cleaner future for the marine and offshore industries. For over 160 years, ABS has been setting standards for safety and excellence and continues to innovate in the fields of clean technology, digitalization and artificial intelligence, providing industry-leading technical advisory services. With a global network of surveyors, engineers, technology specialists and support staff, ABS works with industry leaders including its members and clients around the world to improve safety in operational performance and efficiency with innovative solutions for the complete life cycle of marine and offshore assets.

About RMC Global

RMC is a leading provider of industrial cybersecurity, risk management, and resiliency solutions for critical infrastructure and critical missions. Committed to safeguarding national security and resilience, RMC partners with government and commercial organizations to address evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

 

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The Biggest Predictor of Business Growth Is Behavior

 

 New IDEO research reveals a gap in the behaviors that most drive growth: long-term vision, rapid experimentation, and team autonomy—with only 10% of leaders saying their company excels at the combination.

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- IDEO, the global design and innovation company, today announced the IDEO Innovation Quotient (IDEO IQ), a new report measuring how workplace behaviors drive business performance across 100 of the world’s largest companies. Those with the highest IDEO IQ scores earned nearly $20 billion in profit last year—50% higher than average and three times more than those ranked at the bottom.

The IDEO IQ surveyed 266 leaders in product and innovation roles at 100 of the world’s largest companies across the Media & Technology, Healthcare, and Consumer Goods sectors. The report is the first of its kind to draw a direct line between how companies operate internally and their financial performance. Companies were surveyed and scored based on five core behaviors, which IDEO calls the “POWER” dynamic:

Perspective: How much organizations anticipate future trends and disruptions

Ownership: How much autonomy teams have

Wavelength: How collaborative the culture is

Experimentation: How quickly businesses test new ideas

Resonance: How significantly organizations center customer needs in decisions and operations

These cultural scores were then directly correlated with business success metrics.

“Many companies understand their customers, which is critical, but far fewer have built the behaviors to act on that understanding,” said Mike Peng, CEO of IDEO. “As more organizations rely on technology for answers, advantage comes from looking further ahead, drawing on human insight, anticipating what’s next, and exploring the edges of creativity. The companies that do this are the ones taking the lead.”

The $10 billion difference

The companies pulling ahead aren’t just moving faster—they’re combining long-term perspective with the ability to act quickly. Leaders at these top-performing companies are also twice as likely to believe their organization will thrive over the next decade—and six times more likely to feel better positioned than competitors to meet future customer needs. Those in the top quintile reported:

Nearly 3× higher revenue growth.

Nearly 2× higher customer growth.

$5 billion more in annual profit (vs. the average company).

$10 billion more in annual profit (vs. bottom-quintile companies).

“It’s not that companies don’t know what they need to do,” said Becca Carroll, IDEO’s Chief Strategy Officer. “The hard part is building it into the DNA of the organization, giving teams permission to test before a concept is perfect, and making space to look beyond the next quarter.”

The majority of the leaders we surveyed (58%) report strong performance in being customer-centric—nearly triple the rate for experimentation. Far fewer say their organization consistently acts on that understanding.

This disconnect shows up most clearly in AI adoption. Only 41% of leaders say they’ve successfully adopted AI to meet customer needs, and 26% admit they’ve been too slow in adopting it overall. Companies that excel at both Perspective and Experimentation are more likely to report that AI is improving customer outcomes (52%). They are also more likely to report using AI to support profit growth (28% compared to a 16% baseline).

The opportunity gap

IDEO’s research also identified the three behaviors that drive the strongest outcomes: Experimentation, Ownership, and Perspective. They are also the ones that many companies struggle with the most. The data reveals a gap between intention and action:

Only 21% strongly agree their organizations test early versions of products and experiences with real users (Experimentation).

Only 29% strongly agree their teams have freedom to try new things (Ownership).

Only 31% strongly agree their company balances short and long-term bets (Perspective).

Leaders were more likely to have embraced Wavelength and Resonance, both crucial to success, but because they are more common behaviors, they don’t offer the same opportunity to create an outsized impact.

The IDEO IQ report will be published annually to track how the world’s largest companies evolve across these behaviors over time. It provides a framework for leaders to assess their organization’s archetype and identify opportunities for growth. To download the full report and assess your organization’s capabilities, visit https://www.ideo.com/iq.

About the research

On behalf of IDEO, B2B research specialists NewtonX surveyed 266 business leaders in product- and innovation-focused roles from 100 of the world’s biggest companies across Healthcare, Media & Technology, and Consumer Goods industries. Criteria included companies with $1 billion in revenue and 10,000+ employees, with the IDEO IQ entry restricted to the first 100 companies that responded to surveys between December 2025 and January 2026. All respondents completed the survey anonymously and independently of their employer. Where company-level IDEO IQ scores were analyzed, only companies with three or more respondents were reported (n=59 companies).

About IDEO

IDEO is a global design and innovation company. IDEO partners with organizations to tackle complex challenges, uncover new opportunities, and create meaningful and positive impact across business, society, and culture. From designing iconic products and services to crafting new ventures and building creative capabilities within organizations, IDEO’s work is rooted in empathy and experimentation. Part of kyu, a collective of strategically curated creative organizations, IDEO has offices in the US, UK, and China. Learn more at www.ideo.com.

 

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The Estée Lauder Companies Announces Minority Investment in Luxury Clinical Skin Care Brand 111SKIN

 

 Surgeon-Founded Brand Anchored by Innovative NAC Y2™ Technology

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE:EL) today announced a minority investment in 111SKIN, a luxury clinical skin care brand founded by renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Yannis Alexandrides. Terms of the investment were not disclosed.

Founded in 2012, 111SKIN was originally developed by Dr. Alexandrides to accelerate his patients’ healing time following procedures. At the heart of the brand is its innovative NAC Y2™, a pioneering complex designed to support skin repair and maintain a healthy, radiant and resilient complexion. Building on the foundation of this clinical expertise, 111SKIN has developed a portfolio of more than 30 products, anchored by its Black Diamond and Reparative collections and priced from $50 to $1,000.

“Skin care is entering a new phase, shaped by the convergence of procedures, longevity and beauty, as consumers increasingly seek products that deliver visible, treatment-inspired results,” said Stéphane de La Faverie, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Estée Lauder Companies. “111SKIN exemplifies this shift, translating Dr. Alexandrides’ more than 35 years of surgical and aesthetic treatment experience into high-performance luxury skin care inspired by in-clinic treatments and built on clinical insight, next-generation actives, powerful formulas and proven efficacy. This investment, grounded in consumer-centricity and transformative innovation, reflects our Beauty Reimagined vision and underscores the significant opportunity we see to support the brand’s continued growth – expanding its global reach while preserving the distinctive approach that has made it so relevant with today’s consumers.”

111SKIN is a luxury clinical skin care brand, operating in a fast-growing segment where medical expertise and powerful high-performance formulations are increasingly shaping consumer demand. The brand distributes through luxury retail, e-commerce and high-end spa channels – including Harrods, Bluemercury, Nordstrom, Mandarin Oriental, and Aman – and has a robust direct-to-consumer business representing approximately 20% of sales, reflecting strong digital engagement with prestige consumers. The brand has a diversified global footprint, with North America representing approximately 40% of 2025 sales, and an established presence across China, the United Kingdom, Europe and Asia Pacific.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with The Estée Lauder Companies and to unlock an exciting new chapter for 111SKIN,” said Dr. Yannis and Eva Alexandrides, co-founders of 111SKIN. “We look forward to building on our momentum and driving future growth together,” added CEO Vanessa Goddevrind.

Dr. Alexandrides will remain actively involved in the brand and will continue to lead 111SKIN alongside its experienced management team.

This investment aligns with The Estée Lauder Companies’ continued focus on science-driven innovation, as 111SKIN’s advanced NAC Y2™ technology and commitment to clinical-led product development reflect consumers’ growing preference for high-performance and preventative skin care.

About The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.

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عززت The LYCRA Company ريادتها في مجال الاستدامة بتعيين Alistair Williamson في منصب نائب الرئيس لاستدامة المنتجات

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- عيّنت The LYCRA Company المسؤول التنفيذي المخضرم Alistair Williamson في منصب نائب الرئيس لاستدامة المنتجات، مما يؤكد التزامها بتطوير حلول مستدامة للملابس ومنتجات العناية الشخصية. في هذا المنصب، سيتولى توجيه الفصل القادم من استراتيجية الاستدامة للشركة، والإشراف على كافة المبادرات الرامية لتقليل الأثر البيئي عبر المنتجات والعمليات ومنصات الابتكار.

يتمتع Williamson بأربعة عقود من الخبرة في مجالي ألياف المنسوجات والملابس، حيث شغل مناصب قيادية تجارية وفي مجالي المبيعات والتسويق عبر مناطق أوروبا والشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا، وأمريكا الشمالية، وجنوب آسيا. قبل انضمامه إلى الشركة التي سبقت The LYCRA Company في عام 2007، عمل Williamson لدى شركتين لغزل النايلون.

صرّح Doug Kelliher، نائب الرئيس التنفيذي للمنتجات، قائلاً: "ستقود خبرة Alistair أجندة الاستدامة لدينا وتدعم المتطلبات المتطورة لعملائنا". "ستضمن قيادته استمرارنا في تقديم حلول عالية الأداء تتمتع بشفافية أكبر وأثر بيئي أقل".

 حققت The LYCRA Company في السنوات الأخيرة عدداً من الإنجازات البارزة في مجال الاستدامة. تشمل هذه الإنجازات إطلاق ألياف ®Renewable LYCRA التي تحتوي على 70% من المواد النباتية، وتقديم منتجات مصنوعة من مواد معاد تدويرها، والحصول على شهادات من جهات خارجية لتعزيز الشفافية وقابلية التتبع عبر سلسلة القيمة.

وصرّح Williamson قائلاً: "يشرفني أن أتولى هذا المنصب مع استمرار تحول قطاعنا نحو ممارسات أكثر استدامة وشفافية". "أنا ملتزم بتعزيز الاستدامة كأولوية مشتركة في كافة أقسام المؤسسة، والشراكة الوثيقة مع الأطراف المعنية في هذا القطاع، وتحقيق نتائج ملموسة ومستدامة".

 حول The LYCRA Company

 The LYCRA Company هي شركة عالمية رائدة في مجال توفير حلول الألياف والتكنولوجيا لصناعات الملابس والعناية الشخصية ملتزمة بتقديم منتجات مستدامة باستخدام المكونات المتجددة والمعاد تدويرها قبل وبعد الاستهلاك والتي تقلل من النفايات وتساعد على تمهيد الطريق للتدوير. يقع مقرها الرئيسي في ويلمنجتون، ديلاوير، الولايات المتحدة، وتمتلك العلامات التجارية ®LYCRA، وLYCRA HyFit®، وLYCRA® T400®، وCOOLMAX®، وTHERMOLITE®، و®ELASPAN، وSUPPLEX® وTACTEL®. تضيف The LYCRA Company قيمة إلى منتجات عملائها من خلال تقديم ابتكارات فريدة تلبي حاجة المستهلك إلى الراحة والأداء الدائم. اعرف المزيد على thelycracompany.com.

إن نص اللغة الأصلية لهذا البيان هو النسخة الرسمية المعتمدة. أما الترجمة فقد قدمت للمساعدة فقط، ويجب الرجوع لنص اللغة الأصلية الذي يمثل النسخة الوحيدة ذات التأثير القانوني.

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The LYCRA Company Strengthens Sustainability Leadership, Appoints Alistair Williamson as VP of Product Sustainability

 

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The LYCRA Company has appointed longtime executive Alistair Williamson as vice president of product sustainability, reaffirming its commitment to developing sustainable solutions for apparel and personal care products. In this role, he will guide the company’s next chapter of sustainability strategy and oversee all initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact across products, operations, and innovation platforms.

Williamson has four decades of experience in textile fibers and apparel, having held commercial, sales, and marketing leadership roles across EMEA, North America, and South Asia. Before joining the predecessor of The LYCRA Company in 2007, Williamson worked for two nylon spinners.

“Alistair's expertise will drive our sustainability agenda and support our customers’ evolving requirements,” said Doug Kelliher, executive vice president, product. “His leadership will ensure we continue delivering high‑performance solutions with greater transparency and lower environmental impact.”

In recent years, The LYCRA Company has achieved several key sustainability milestones. These include launching Renewable LYCRA® fiber with 70 percent plant-based content, introducing products made from recycled materials, and obtaining third-party certifications to promote transparency and traceability across the value chain.

“I’m honored to step into this role as our industry continues to shift toward more sustainable, transparent practices,” said Williamson. “I am committed to advancing sustainability as a shared priority across the organization, partnering closely with industry stakeholders, and driving meaningful, lasting outcomes.”

About The LYCRA Company

The LYCRA Company is a leading global fiber and technology solutions provider to the apparel and personal care industries, committed to offering sustainable products made with renewable, pre- and post-consumer recycled ingredients that reduce waste and help set the stage for circularity. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, United States, it owns the LYCRA®, LYCRA HyFit®, LYCRA® T400®, COOLMAX®, THERMOLITE®, ELASPAN®, SUPPLEX®, and TACTEL® brands. The LYCRA Company adds value to its customers’ products by offering unique innovations that meet the consumer’s need for comfort and lasting performance. Learn more at thelycracompany.com.

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