BioLargo, Inc. Secures Additional Infrastructure and Resources to Continue Building Odor-No-MoreSales Channels
La Mirada, Calif. – BioLargo, Inc. (symbol: BLGO) announced today (March 9, 2010) that it has completed several important business developments to better serve its growing sales channels for its award winning Odor-No-More product-line, including its animal bedding additive which can reduce customer's bedding consumption and disposal by up to 75%.
First, the company is now warehousing inventory in multiple locations strategically located throughout the nation to reduce shipping time and costs for its expanding network of distributors and retailers.
BioLargo has also relocated its corporate offices to the ET Horn campus in La Mirada, California and agreed to work with ET Horn as a non-exclusive contract manufacturer. At the same time, ET Horn recently placed another significant order of Odor-No-More's Animal Bedding Additive to meet the growing demand for the product.
Additionally,
· BioLargo has landed its first international distributor that has committed to test market the product in Europe;
· BioLargo has formed Odor-No-More, Inc. as a wholly-owned subsidiary and named Joseph Provenzano as President;
· Major equine industry publications have written about Odor-No-More with more coverage expected and it has been featured on TV. The recent publications can be seen at and the list includes:
o Best of America By Horseback- a TV show o The Chronicle of the Horse o Horse & Rider Magazine o The Thoroughbred Times o Horse Tack Review.com o The Horse – Your Guide to Equine Healthcare o Bridle & Bit o The Southern California Equine Directory o The Southwest Horse Trader o Northwest Horse Source
“Odor-No-More’s animal bedding additive significantly reduces animal bedding costs, while aiding in hoof and respiratory care and eliminating fly infestations”, Provenzano says. “There is simply nothing in the marketplace that performs so well, and at the same time eliminates odor and moisture. Our customers love our products and our 30 day money back guarantee makes it simple to get started.”
With over nine million horses in the United States, horse owners spend an aggregate 4.6 billion dollars annually on “feed, bedding, and grooming supplies”, according to a 2005 study sponsored by the American Horse Council. Because of this incredible opportunity, BioLargo chose to focus its initial efforts with the Odor-No-More brand in the equine industry.
“We believe the commercial acceptance for Odor-No-More products, will continue to grow as the word gets out and we expand our marketing efforts. We are pursuing multiple ‘go-to-market' strategies that allow us to serve commercial accounts, as well as the wholesale to retail feed and tack suppliers that serve individual customers,” he says.
The company is in preparation to launch a cause-marketing program entitled www.HorseSaver.org, which will enable customers to direct a portion of their purchase of products to their favorite horse rescue to help take care of abused, abandoned or unwanted horses. According to a 2009 report by the Unwanted Horse Coalition, over 170,000 horses are "abandoned or unwanted," placing incredible pressure on horse rescues all over the United States.
According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association 2009-10 National Pet Owners survey, Americans own approximately 93.6 million cats, 15 million birds, 15.9 million small animals and 13.6 million reptiles. “The opportunity to grow market share for our Odor-No-More products within the pet market, as well as the dairy cattle, poultry and livestock markets, both domestically and internationally, is wide open for us,” states Dennis Calvert, BioLargo's President and CEO. "Our animal bedding products eliminate more moisture, faster, than any competing product in the marketplace. And, they 'eliminate' odor rather than just cover them up, better than any other product we know of, and our customers swear by them" states Calvert.
Odor-No-More products are the “tip of the iceberg” for the many commercial uses of BioLargo’s technology platform, according to BioLargo, Inc. CEO Dennis Calvert.
Feeder's Supply, Inc. to Distribute BioLargo's Odor-No-More
3-1-10 Feeder's Supply will begin distributing its Odor-No-More line of products, including its award winning Animal Bedding Additive. Founded in 1959, Feeder's Supply owns 13 retail stores in Indiana and Kentucky, distributes products to other independent retailers, and services the Louisville Zoo and Kentucky Exposition Center.
"We are grateful to add another respected distribution partner and retail chain for our Odor-No-More products in such a key equine market," stated Joe Provenzano, Odor-No-More, Inc. President. "The awareness and availability of products to the consuming public continues to increase."
Rob Longwell of Feeder's Supply, Inc. stated, "We pride ourselves in always providing our customers with the highest quality products for their pet needs. We are excited about introducing Odor-No-More's money saving products to our customers."
Keller Grain & Feed, Inc. to Distribute BioLargo's Odor-No-More(TM) Products
1-12-10 BioLargo today announced that Keller Grain & Feed, Inc. will begin distributing Odor-No-More line of products, including its award winning Animal Bedding Additive. In business since 1955, and one of the largest feed and grain sellers in Ohio, Keller Grain has retail locations in the cities of Horatio, Brookville, Greenville and Pitsburg. Keller Grain will purchase the products through existing Odor-No-More distributor Tri-Valley Alpacas, Inc.
"We are pleased with all of the excitement surrounding Odor-No-More and how quickly we are securing such quality distributors," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo. "We are thankful to work with Keller Grain & Feed, Inc. Their reputation for quality and service is a good fit for the Odor-No-More family of resellers."
Christoph Keller, of Keller Grain & Feed, Inc., stated, "We pride ourselves in always providing our customers with the highest quality products for their farming and livestock needs. We are excited about introducing Odor-No-More's money saving products to our customers."
BioLargo's Award Winning Odor-No-More Featured on RFD-TV Television Series "Best of America by Horseback"
12/21/09 BioLargo, Inc. today announced that Odor-No-More(TM) (www.odornomore.com) will be showcased on the internationally renowned television show, "Best of America by Horseback," hosted by Tom Seay in a "product spotlight." The segment will air in multiple showings, beginning in January 2010.
Tom was introduced to Odor-No-More(TM) at a recent EquineAffaire event. After seeing a demonstration of its super-absorbency and odor eliminating power, he immediately decided to feature the product on his show, "Best of America by Horseback," on RFD-TV, which airs on more than 600 cable networks and satellite providers in 14 countries.
Joe Provenzano, VP and Product Manager, commented, "'Best of America by Horseback' is America's number one trail riding television series, and is broadcast on rural America's most important network, RFD-TV. I cannot imagine a better venue to help promote Odor-No-More. Odor-No-More delivers dramatic cost savings while creating cleaner, dryer, safer and healthier stalls. We are changing the way horses are stalled forever."
The "Best of America by Horseback" television series features trail riding locations and events across America. Tom often provides tips and suggestions about the care of horses. The show is currently aired three times weekly on the RFDTV Network via both DISH (Channel 231) and DirecTV (Channel 379) satellite networks, as well as numerous cable companies across the nation, including Comcast, MediaCom, TimeWarner, Cox and Verizon to name a few. In addition to their popular trail rides across America and their television series, Tom Seay and other "Best of America by Horseback" associates appear at numerous speaking and judging events throughout the year, including several equine events, such as the Annual EquineAffaires in California, Ohio and Massachusetts. Learn more by visiting www.BestofAmericabyHorseback.com
BioLargo Secures Leading World-Wide Retail Outlet in Equine Industry -- Dover Saddlery -- for Odor-No-More™ Products
12-17-09 BioLargo, Inc. announced that Dover Saddlery will carry Odor-No-More(TM) throughout all of their retail channels.
"We are pleased that Odor-No-More was evaluated and selected by an industry leader like Dover Saddlery. Dover Saddlery's commitment to being 'The Source™' for proven quality products for a highly specialized equestrian customer complements our commitment to providing the best product in its class," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo. "We look forward to having Odor-No-More™ products available for all Dover customers in the New Year."
Dover: Dover Saddlery, Inc. (NASDAQ:DOVR) is the leading multichannel retailer of equestrian products in the United States. Founded in 1975 in Wellesley, Massachusetts by United States Equestrian team members, Dover Saddlery has grown to become The Source™ for equestrian products. Dover offers a broad and distinctive selection of competitively priced, brand-name products for horse and rider through catalogs, the Internet and company-owned retail stores. Dover Saddlery, Inc. serves the English rider, and through Smith Brothers, the Western rider. The Source™, Dover Saddlery™ and Smith Brothers™ are registered marks of Dover Saddlery.
BioLargo's Award-Winning Odor-No-More™ Proves Its Cost Savings Claims and Secures Major Equestrian Center as Client to Set Stage for Broader Commercial Opportunity
12/16/09 - BioLargo, Inc. today announced that it conducted small and large scale studies with the management and groomsmen at the Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center (HCPEC) in Huntington Beach, California. The company's Animal Bedding Additive (www.odornomore.com) was put through rigorous 30-day product trials to prove that it saves money, eliminates odor and moisture and creates a cleaner, dryer, safer and healthier stall for animals. As soon as the trial results were in and the cost savings and other benefits were apparent, the equestrian center immediately moved forward to introduce Odor-No-More™ to its customers for use throughout the 400 plus stall facility.
Alison Hathaway, HCPEC General Manager commented, "We tested Odor-No-More™ in the stall of an extremely wet mare. This extreme case really proved that the product performs. It really does eliminate odor and moisture while reducing the amounts of bedding changed and disposed of. We estimate the savings on this stall alone, to be more than $300 per month. In our second trial we tested the product in 30 box stalls and we experienced the same performance results. The reduction in bedding consumption is huge. I am sure our disposal costs will decrease as well. When you consider that we have more than 400 stalls, the cost savings is very significant. I would not have believed this was possible if we had not done the trial."
"We are very appreciative to the staff at HCPEC for their efforts to help validate our product claims. A number of additional commercial trials with similar large scale equestrian centers are underway," says Joseph Provenzano, VP and Product Manager. "Between our large and small scale trial results and our retail 30-day money back guarantee, Odor-No-More has become a no-risk offer for customers."
Odor-No-More Products Honored with SuperZoo 2009 New Product Award
BioLargo was sponsored at the SuperZoo 2009, the national show for pet retailers by it's Master Distributor ET Horn. The company's Odor-No-More Products were honored with a Best New Product Award the the New Product Showcase. The Company announced that BioLargo, Inc.'s Odor-No-More won third place in the "miscellaneous products" category during the show's New Product Showcase.
SuperZoo 2009, held in September at the Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, created the Product Awards program to strengthen relationships between exhibiting manufacturers and retailers. Attending buyers voted on their favorite items from the SuperZoo New Product Showcase. First through third place awards were given to exhibitors in seven categories: Aquatic, Bird, Cat, Dog, Reptile, Small Animal and Miscellaneous.
"SuperZoo 2009 was a huge success for Odor-No-More. Our award winning products have the attention of industry leaders. We are grateful for this award and ET Horn's support as we continue building distribution for our high performance, cost saving products," stated Joe Provenzano, VP and Product Manager for BioLargo.
"SuperZoo 2009 was a true success and attracted over 608 exhibitors displaying their latest and greatest new products. Thanks to the New Product Awards, many companies got outstanding recognition for the products they debuted at SuperZoo," said Doug Poindexter, president of WPA. "BioLargo's Odor-No-More is a fantastic example of the original and innovative new products advancing the odor and moisture control product sector and the pet industry as a whole. We look forward to what BioLargo brings to the table at next year's SuperZoo."
BioLargo Secures Leading West Coast Supplier --- O.H. Kruse -- to Distribute Odor-No-More Products
September 29th- The company announced today announced that O.H. Kruse of Goshen, California, will begin distributing its Odor-No-More products, including its popular Animal Bedding Additive.
"Sales of our Animal Bedding Additive product are brisk, and we are pleased to work with O.H. Kruse in their mission to help their customers succeed," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo. "Customers find that just a handful saves them time and money, by reducing bedding consumption, labor, disposal and fly infestations, while eliminating odor and moisture from their animal enclosures."
"We are excited about providing the Odor-No-More(TM) products to our customers as the solution for eliminating odor and moisture concerns," stated Dave Spaulding, Sales Manager, Sack Division for O.H. Kruse.
BioLargo and Tri-Valley Alpacas Secure Brubaker Grain and Chemical to Distribute Odor-No-More Products in Southwest Ohio
Sept. 21, 2009 -- BioLargo today announced that through Tri-Valley Alpacas, the company had secured an additional distribution channel and an opening order from Brubaker Grain and Chemical with locations in Farmersville, Collinsville and Eaton, Ohio for three of its Odor-No-More products. (www.OdorNoMore.com).
"We are excited that our distributors continue to expand our sales channels," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo. "We are thankful to work with Brubaker's family owned businesses, which have served the region for over 33 years and have a reputation for quality products and customer service.
Darrell Brubaker, President of Brubaker Grain and Chemical, stated, "We pride ourselves in always providing our customers with the highest quality products for their farming and livestock needs. We are excited about introducing Odor-No-More products to the Southwest Ohio livestock industry."
BioLargo Joins E.T. Horn At SuperZoo 2009 - The National Show for Pet Retailers(TM); Launches Odor-No-More(TM) Products for Small Animals, Birds and Reptiles
Sept. 14, 2009 -- BioLargo, Inc. announced that it will be introducing its Odor-No-More(TM) Super-Absorbent Deodorizing Animal Bedding Additive products for small animals, bird and reptiles at SuperZoo 2009 - The National Show for Pet Retailers(tm). Many of the products in the line will be showcased in the new products exhibit, and its entire line of animal wellness products will be exhibited in the show booth of BioLargo's distribution partner The E.T. Horn Company.
"We look forward to working with ET Horn at SuperZoo to showcase all of our Odor-No-More(TM) products. Based on our early sales and customer testimonials to our equine and livestock related products as well as our cat litter additive, we fully expect that our products will be well received by the pet retailer industry. Our products offer high performance as they eliminate odor and moisture while saving time and money. When potential customers see and smell our demonstration, they buy them. Our products help make any animal facility Cleaner and Dryer = Safer and Healthier," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo.
BioLargo Delivers First $100,000 in Odor-No-More Products to E. T. Horn, Showcases Products At World's Championships of Saddlebreds in Kentucky and Prepares to Exhibit At SuperZoo 2009
Aug. 26, 2009 BioLargo, Inc. today announced it had fulfilled the opening orders of products exceeding $100,000 to its master distributor, The E.T. Horn Company, who recently kicked-off its national launch of BioLargo's Odor-No-More(tm) products.
Additionally, in September BioLargo will exhibit its products at SuperZoo 2009, the National Show for Pet Retailers(tm). Its Odor-No-More products are also being exhibited at the Kentucky State Fair World's Championships of Saddlebreds. In concert with the national product roll out, the company recently introduced new packaging and launched its national advertising campaign in the following publications: Horseman's News, Equestrian News, Saddle Horse Report, Horses Magazine, Horse Trader, Southern California Equestrian Directory, Ride Magazine, Horse Finders, and Next Day Jumps. The company has also launched an online social media campaign on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.
"Odor-No-More(tm) products have created a buzz around the industry because of their high performance while actually saving our customers time and money. We are pleased with the sell-through and re-order rate from our initial retailers and look forward to increasing traffic to the retailers with our marketing and advertising efforts. We also look forward to continued expansion of our distribution network to better serve our customers," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo.
BioLargo and ET Horn Secure Leading World-Wide Retail Outlet -- Jeffers Equine -- for Odor-No-More(TM) Products
IRVINE, CA--(08/04/09) - BioLargo, Inc. today announced that Jeffers Equine had begun selling its Odor-No-More(TM) products, including its popular Animal Bedding Additive.
"We are pleased that our products were evaluated, approved and selected by an industry leader like Jeffers. This outlet provides world-wide consumer access to our products," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo.
About Jeffers
Jeffers is one of the largest and most well known privately owned catalog and eCommerce animal health supply retailers in the industry. It is known for its commitment to customer service, hard work, and dedication to ensure the customer receives the highest quality products at the most reasonable price. Jeffers was founded in 1975 and currently markets through Pet, Equine and Livestock catalogs which are distributed with each change of season. Additionally, there are three eCommerce sites, one for each brand along with an online community page. For more information, go to JeffersEquine.com, JeffersPet.com or JeffersLivestock.com.
BioLargo and ET Horn Secure Star Milling Company for Regional Distribution of Odor-No-More Products
IRVINE, California (July 23, 2009) - BioLargo, Inc. (OTCBB: BLGO) today announced that the Star Milling Company, of Perris California, had begun distributing its Odor-No-More™ products, including its popular Animal Bedding Additive.
“Sales of our Animal Bedding Additive product is brisk,” stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo. “Customers find that just a handful of our bedding additive saves them time and money, by reducing bedding consumption, labor, disposal and fly infestations, while eliminating odor and moisture from their animal enclosures”.
About Star Milling
Star Milling is a leading feed and grain supplier in the southwestern United States based in Southern California. Family owned, with industry experience dating back to the 1920’s, the mill serves the dairy, poultry, commercial aquaculture, project animals, home livestock and companion animals like horses, dogs and cats. It has a reputation for quality products, state of the art equipment, and reliable customer service. The company’s website is: www.starmilling.com.
About BioLargo, Inc.
BioLargo’s business strategy is to harness and deliver Nature’s Best Solution™ – free-iodine – in a safe, efficient, environmentally sensitive and cost-effective manner. BioLargo’s proprietary technology works by combining micro-nutrient salts with liquid from any source to deliver “free-iodine” on demand, in controlled dosages, in order to balance efficacy of performance with concerns about toxicity. BioLargo’s technology has potential commercial applications within global industries, including but not limited to agriculture, animal health, beach and soil environmental uses, consumer products, food processing, medical, and water industries. BioLargo’s strategic partner Ioteq IP Pty Ltd. was named a “Top 50 Water Company for the 21st Century” by The Artemis Projectä; BioLargo markets Ioteq’s iodine based water disinfection technology, the Isan™ system, and works with The ET Horn Company as Master Distributor for its Odor-No-More™ products. The company’s website is www.BioLargo.com. (*Note that this text was included in each of the separate releases which follow.)
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BioLargo Signs First Distributor to Exotic Animals -- Tri-Valley Alpacas
July 20, 2009, BioLargo, Inc. (OTC.BB:BLGO) today announced that Tri-Valley Alpacas, Inc. of Brookville, Ohio, had begun distributing its Odor-No-More(TM) products, including its popular Animal Bedding Additive.
"We continue to bring on distributors regularly," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo. "Customers find that just a handful of our bedding additive saves them time and money by reducing bedding consumption, labor, disposal and fly infestations, while eliminating odor and moisture from animal enclosures. In this situation, we also worked closely with Tri-Valley to develop the best methods of use for our products to accommodate alpacas and other camelids."
About Tri-Valley Alpacas
Tri-Valley Alpacas, Inc. specializes in breeding and raising huacaya alpacas and also works with other alpaca farms providing a full range of support services from alpaca sales, breeding, agisting and purchase financing to ranch supplies. Its animals boast some of the most respected bloodlines in the world, going back to 4Peruvian Altiplano Gold, PPPeruvian Fawn, 2PCaligula, Peruvian White Out and PPeruvian Pluro. Email:
BioLargo Secures $100,000 Opening Order for Odor-No-More Products
JUne 22, 2009, BioLargo,Inc. OTC.BB: BLGO) today announced that its first national distributor, The E.T.Horn Company, has kicked-off its national launch of BioLargo's Odor-No-More(TM) (www.OdorNoMore.com)with a multiple-truckload order of approximately $100,000 which is expected to be ready for retail delivery in early July.
"Our Odor-No-More(TM) products save the user time and money by reducing the amount of traditional bedding/litter used, and as a result reducing labor and disposal costs for animal caretakers while being highly effective. We believe that ET Horn will be very successful selling these products," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo.
Lisa Alley-Zarkades, E.T. Horn VP, commented: "Our initial marketing efforts have shown us that customers really love these products and want them right away. The response has been great and as a result we have secured multiple retail and sub-distribution outlets. We know that BioLargo will stand with us as we expand sales and serve our customers."
BioLargo's President, Dennis Calvert stated: "We are anxious to build product and brand awareness and know that our partnership with ET Horn coupled with great products create a solid foundation on which we both can build for the future."
About the E.T. Horn Company
The E.T. Horn Company is one of the nation's largest distributors, marketers and manufacturers of raw materials and chemicals for use in coatings, building materials, elastomers, lubrication, nutrition, cosmetics, personal care, and food products. Founded in 1961, the company has focused on providing formulation solutions, superior customer service and technical expertise in distributing products from only the finest manufacturers. For additional information contact the company at 800-442-HORN or visit (www.ethorn.com).
BioLargo Signs First National Distributor for Odor-No-More Products
June 1, 2009 IRVINE, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Jun 1, 2009 -- BioLargo, Inc. (OTC BB:BLGO.OB - News) today announced that The E.T. Horn Company, one of the nation's largest distributors, marketers and manufacturers of specialty chemicals, will distribute BioLargo's Odor-No-More family of animal health products. (www.OdorNoMore.com)
"Odor-No-More products save time and money, control odor and moisture, reduce fly infestations and create safer, healthier animal facilities," stated Joe Provenzano, VP & Product Manager for BioLargo.
Lisa Alley-Zarkades, E.T. Horn VP, commented: "These earth-friendly products truly outperform anything in the marketplace."
BioLargo's President, Dennis Calvert stated: "E.T. Horn's national footprint and experienced team helps us serve our customers with useful products to solve real world problems."
About the E.T. Horn Company
The E.T. Horn Company is one of the nation's largest distributors, marketers and manufacturers of raw materials and chemicals for use in coatings, building materials, elastomers, lubrication, nutrition, cosmetics, personal care, and food products. Founded in 1961, the company has focused on providing formulation solutions, superior customer service and technical expertise in distributing products from only the finest manufacturers. For additional information contact the company at 800-442-HORN or visit www.ethorn.com.
BioLargo Launches Odor-No-More™ Products Helping Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Co-Designed by Hall of Fame Thoroughbred Trainer Jack Van Berg
IRVINE, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--May 13, 2009 -- BioLargo, Inc. (OTC BB:BLGO.OB - News) is pleased to announce the formal launch of its Odor-No-More (www.OdorNoMore.com) family of animal health products, helping create "Cleaner and Dryer = Safer and Healthier" animal facilities. The flagship product is a super absorbent deodorizing animal bedding additive which reduces bedding and labor costs, controls moisture, eliminates odors, and helps reduce greenhouse gases. It is complemented by the Facilities and Equipment Wash and Cat Litter Additive, each with similar benefits.
Legendary Hall of Fame Thoroughbred trainer Mr. Jack Van Berg commented "My paddock smells cleaner and we remove less soiled bedding when cleaning the stalls. In my 50+ years in the industry, training legendary horses and winning the biggest races, I have not seen any product that can out perform the Odor-No-More products."
Master Farrier and Reined Cow Horse trainer for 30+ years Rocky Waldt states, "I tested them extensively, recommend them to my customers, and use them throughout my own facility. My fly population is down significantly and I believe the products will be very beneficial to the long-term hoof health of my animals."
Our test customers and experts urged us to bring these products to market because they work so well and fill a void in the marketplace, says BioLargo VP of Operations and Product Manager Joe Provenzano.
BioLargo's President, Dennis Calvert states, "This is a great example of how our BioLargo technology makes products better. We believe these products will continue to enhance our technology licensing efforts with global leaders in major industries."
BIOLARGO, INC. COMPLETES PRIVATE OFFERING OF CONVERTIBLE NOTES
September 2, 2008 – BioLargo, Inc. (OTCBB: BLGO) today announced the recent successful completion of a private offering of $913,625 principal amount of its convertible promissory notes. The notes bear interest at 10% per year, mature on March 31, 2010 and are mandatorily convertible into shares of common stock upon maturity or certain other circumstances, at the option of the company. To the extent that they have not already been expended, the proceeds of the offering will be used for research and development, sales and marketing, general and administrative expenses, and working capital.
“The successful completion of the recent offering, together with other financing alternatives we are exploring, will help us continue to manage our cash flow more effectively and help us address our liquidity requirements going forward,” commented CEO Dennis Calvert. “We are especially heartened during these more challenging economic times that our loyal investors have again expressed their strong support for our company,” he added.
BioLargo Enters into Marketing Agreement for Leading Iodine Disinfection Technology
August 25, 2008 BioLargo, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a marketing and representation agreement with Ioteq IP Pty, Ltd., an Australian company, and its United States affiliate Ioteq, Inc., under which BioLargo will represent and market Ioteq’s iodine-based disinfection technology, Isan®, on an exclusive basis in the United States and on a non-exclusive basis in the rest of the world. BioLargo will make monthly payments to Ioteq of $20,000 per month and receive up to a 40% royalty of all revenues received by Ioteq as a result of BioLargo’s efforts in arranging a wide range of business opportunities for Ioteq’ technology.
Commenting on the new arrangement with Ioteq, BioLargo President and CEO Dennis Calvert said, “This strategic alliance represents an opportunity for BioLargo to work closely with one of the other leaders in environmentally friendly iodine-based disinfection technology. The scientific work that Ioteq has done is complementary to and a natural fit with our own patented and patent-pending technology.”
Jared Franks, President of Ioteq, commented, “We look forward to being part of this important venture and the opportunity to leverage BioLargo’s progress in commercializing its own technology for the benefit of our technology. This is only the first step in a long, close relationship we envision with BioLargo.”
About Ioteq
Ioteq is currently expanding its commercial interests in Australia, New Zealand and Japan, offering its patented Isan system as an innovative, cost-effective and environmentally friendly disinfection and sanitation technology for agriculture, horticulture, waste water, manufacturing, and industrial and consumer applications. Isan offers an effective chlorine replacement technology for large-scale reduction in chlorine use as well as the removal of toxic chlorine by-products from the food chain.
BIOLARGO TECHNOLOGY BEING STUDIED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII FOR EFFECTIVENESS TO TREAT BEACH CONTAMINATION
Irvine, CA, July 29, 2008 – BioLargo, Inc. (OTCBB: BLGO) has announced that the University of Hawaii recently commenced a nine-month study of CupriDyne™, the centerpiece of the company’s BioLargo technology, and its effectiveness as part of a solution to remediate beach contamination.
The study is being conducted by Dr. Roger Fujioka at the University of Hawaii’s Water Resources Research Center, at the request of the State’s Department of Health and the City and County of Honolulu. These agencies have expressed interest in the results of the study and CupriDyne’s potential to help remediate beach contamination. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of CupriDyne to disinfect multiple microorganisms commonly found at contaminated beaches, including E. coli, using standards established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
“We welcome the opportunity to work with Dr. Fujioka and the team of experts at the University of Hawaii to advance the commercialization of our BioLargo technology”, said Dennis Calvert, BioLargo’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We believe that our environmentally friendly technology has the potential to represent a significant advancement in helping protect the beach environment.”
Dr. Fujioka stated, “At this time there is no effective and feasible treatment for sand contamination, and all affected states within the U.S., including Hawaii, are looking for an effective and environmentally friendly solution.”
Laurence K. Lau, Deputy Director for Environmental Health at the State of Hawaii Department of Health, said, “We look forward to BioLargo and the University of Hawaii working together to help protect the public and our beaches.”
BIOLARGO, INC. COMPLETES PRIVATE OFFERING
Irvine, CA – February 7, 2008 – BioLargo, Inc. (OTCBB: BLGO) today announced the recent successful completion of a private offering of $1,000,000 of its convertible promissory notes. The notes bear interest at 10% per year, mature on June 30, 2009 and are mandatorily convertible into shares of common stock upon maturity or certain other circumstances, at the option of the company. To the extent that they have not already been expended, the proceeds will be used for research and development, sales and marketing, general and administrative expenses, and working capital.
In related news, the company received $608,750 in connection with the exercise of warrants, at $1.25 per share, from other investors before the January 31, 2008 warrant expiration date and issued 487,000 shares of its common stock. These proceeds will similarly be used for research and development, sales and marketing, general and administrative expenses, and working capital.
“The successful completion of the recent offering and warrant exercises, together with other avenues we are actively exploring, will help us manage our cash flow more effectively and help us address our liquidity requirements for the foreseeable future,” commented CEO Dennis Calvert.
BIOLARGO, INC. NAMES NEW CFO
Irvine, CA, February 4, 2008 – BioLargo, Inc. (OTCBB: BLGO) today announced that it has named Charles K. Dargan, II as Chief Financial Officer of the company effective February 1, 2008. Dargan, 52, succeeds Dennis Calvert in this position, so that Mr. Calvert can continue to focus his efforts as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company.
Dargan has been a member of the board of directors of Banks.com, Inc, an American Stock Exchange-listed provider of search, advertising and financial services for the Internet, since May 2006. He received a B.A. degree in Government from Dartmouth College, and an M.B.A. degree and M.S.B.A. degree in Finance from the University of Southern California.
“I welcome Charley to the Company,” said Calvert. “He brings energy, impressive credentials and significant prior experience as the CFO of public companies to us. We look forward to working with him in further building our company at this important stage of our growth and development.”
BIOLARGO SHARES BEGIN TRADING ON BULLETIN BOARD UNDER SYMBOL BLGO.OB
IRVINE, CA, January 24, 2008 -- BioLargo, Inc. (OTCBB: BLGO.OB) today announced that it has been notified that its common stock has begun trading on the Over the Counter Bulletin Board, effective January 23, 2008. The company’s trading symbol remains “BLGO.” Its shares previously were traded on the Pink Sheets.
“Our move to the Bulletin Board represents an important step in the corporate growth and development of our company,” said BioLargo CEO Dennis Calvert. “Our new trading venue will allow us attract interest from a broader group of investors and, in turn, help foster the continued growth of our company.”
8-K Filed Regarding Strategic Alliance September 2007
8-K Filed Regarding Strategic Alliance October 2007
October 2006 - National Beaches Conference- Jennifer A Jay, Ph.D. Associate Professor with the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California presented her first test results of BioLargo Technology for use in beach and sand remediation. The conference was sponsored by the EPA in collaboration with the Great Lakes Beach Association to provide a national framework for discussion of beach water quality issues, exchange of information, and coordination of efforts in research and decision-making.
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About BioLargo, Inc.
BioLargo's business strategy is to harness and deliver Nature's Best Solution™ -- free-iodine -- in a safe, efficient, environmentally sensitive and cost-effective manner. BioLargo's proprietary technology works by combining micro-nutrient salts with liquid from any source to deliver free-iodine on demand, in controlled dosages, in order to balance efficacy of performance with concerns about toxicity. BioLargo's technology has potential commercial applications within global industries, including but not limited to agriculture, animal health, beach and soil environmental uses, consumer products, food processing, medical, and water. BioLargo's strategic partner Ioteq IP Pty Ltd. was named a "Top 50 Water Company for the 21st Century" by The Artemis Project™; BioLargo markets Ioteq's iodine based water disinfection technology, the Isan system. The company's website is www.BioLargo.com. The Odor-No-More products are sold by BioLargo's wholly owned subsidiary, Odor-No-More, Inc. (www.OdorNoMore.com). BioLargo now archives investor and shareholder communications at www.biolargoshares.blogspot.com.
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