e.wire No. 126 - August 2009
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News Highlights



Kantar to merge Lightspeed Research and TNS 6th Dimension online panels

Kantar has begun the process of merging the online panel businesses of Lightspeed Research and TNS 6th Dimension. The merged business will operate under the Lightspeed Research company name. David Day has been named Global CEO of the merged business, while continuing as interim CEO for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Day will be supported by Chris Urinyi, CEO for The Americas and Terry Wiley, CEO for Asia Pacific.


New Offers



Sudler & Hennessey expands China presence

Sudler & Hennessey has had a presence in China since 2000, but has strengthened its ability to deliver in the market with a majority stake in of one of China´s leading agencies, MDS Healthcare. MDS Healthcare, led by Dr. Feiyan Shen, provides a full complement of market development services. Dr. Shen, a surgeon by training who has previously led several healthcare agencies in China, brings 15 years experience and a strong local presence in the marketplace.

Mather Communications launches in Romania

Mather Communications has launched on the Romanian advertising market offering integrated communication services. Founded within Ogilvy Group, the new business division is headed by Business Unit Director Alexandra Murray and Creative Director Ciprian Tudor.




New Business



JWT Mumbai wins Thomas Cook

H&K wins Haier

OgilvyAction wins Unilever and BAT

Wunderman London wins Lufthansa

Grey Kiev wins Orangina Schweppes and Western Union

Mediaedge:cia Norway wins Thai Airways and Vimmonpolet




Winners, Movers & Shakers



Guy Hayward appointed as CEO of JWT UK

JWT Singapore won a Silver for National Council against Drug Abuse Awards

Y&R New York´s Kerry Keenan named one of AdAge´s Women to Watch

Grey Colombo´s Garments without Guilt campaign named one of only two winners at Global Effie Awards

Senora Rushmore wins the Grand Prix at El Sol annual Spanish advertising festival

Coley Porter Bell wins Marketing Society Award for Dylon




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