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SALT LAKE CITY, June 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bridge Investment Group (“Bridge”) today announced that it has completed fundraising for the Bridge Logistics Value Fund II (“BLV II” or the “Fund”), raising nearly $1.4 billion in equity commitments for the Fund and parallel vehicles, exceeding their $1 billion target.

The global laboratory equipment services market is set to soar, reaching USD 35.4 billion by 2030, expanding from USD 18 billion in 2025, with a CAGR of 14.5%. This growth is spurred by increased R&D investments, higher healthcare spending, and technological advancements. The Asia-Pacific region leads with the highest CAGR, fueled by robust infrastructure growth in countries like China and India. Dominating segments include analytical equipment and the comprehensive Gold Support Plan. Key drivers include automation, regulatory needs, and expanding lab services, with notable market players like Agilent Technologies and Thermo Fisher Scientific shaping the landscape.

HOUSTON, June 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Weatherford International plc (NASDAQ: WFRD) (“Weatherford” or the “Company”) filed its definitive proxy statement (the “Proxy Statement”) with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on April 21, 2026, in connection with Weatherford’s proposal to Redomesticate from Ireland to the United States of America (the “U.S.”). Capitalized terms used herein but not defined have the meanings set forth in the Proxy Statement.