Cereplast, Inc. Strikes Deal with RI.ME. Masterbatch to Supply Bioplastics Resins for European Market

Cereplast, Inc. (NASDAQ: CERP) (“Cereplast,” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of proprietary bio-based, compostable and sustainable plastics, announced today that it has entered into a multi-million dollar contract with RI.ME. Masterbatch S.r.l., (“RI.ME.”) based in Mozzate (CO), Italy, to supply bioplastic resins for use in its masterbatch process for adding colorant to bulk, uncolored resins. The new agreement supports RI.ME.’s commitment to offering its customers sustainable, environmental solutions in the design and production of masterbatches.

“We are excited that RI.ME. has chosen Cereplast to provide bioplastic resins for use in its masterbatching process for its clients throughout Europe,” said Mr. Frederic Scheer, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Cereplast, Inc. “This was made possible by RI.ME.’s success in using our materials in its masterbatching process, and by the excellent performance of Cereplast resins on extrusion lines designed for HDPE, LDPE or PVC without any kind of technical investments.

Argon ST Announces Agreement to be Acquired by The Boeing Company

Argon ST [NASDAQ: STST] and The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] today announced that they have entered into an agreement for Boeing’s acquisition of Argon ST in an all cash tender offer and merger for $34.50 per share, or approximately $775 million, net of cash acquired.

The agreement to acquire Argon ST, a leading developer of command, control, communications, computers, combat systems, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR), advances Boeing's growth strategy and expands its capabilities to address the C5ISR, cyber and intelligence markets.

“We’re very pleased to join The Boeing Company,” said Dr. Terry Collins, chairman and chief executive officer of Argon ST. “Our employee teams know each other well, and we are excited to now continue our combined support to our warfighters and first responders as one company.”

Gerdau S.A. Proposes to Acquire the Minority Shares in Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation

(Note: all dollar amounts in this press release are expressed in United States dollars)

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation (NYSE: GNA, TSX: GNA) and Gerdau S.A. (Bovespa: GGBR, NYSE: GGB, Latibex: XGGB) announced today that Gerdau S.A. has delivered to the Board of Directors of Gerdau Ameristeel a proposal to acquire all of the shares of Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation that Gerdau S.A. does not already own for US$11.00 cash per share.

This proposal values Gerdau Ameristeel's minority held shares at approximately US$1.6 billion. Gerdau S.A. already owns 66.3% of the outstanding shares of Gerdau Ameristeel and intends to fund the acquisition and related expenses through its existing cash resources and committed financing.

Ultralife Corporation Receives $21 Million SATCOM-On-The-Move System Orders

Ultralife Corporation (NASDAQ: ULBI) has received orders valued at approximately $21 million for its SATCOM-On-The-Move systems from a U.S. defense contractor for use in MRAP armored vehicles. Deliveries are expected to begin this quarter and be completed in the fourth quarter of 2010.

“As one of the preferred vendors for critical defense communications systems, we are well positioned to benefit from ongoing demand by the U.S. military for SATCOM systems for use in various military vehicle programs. Because of this standing, our battle-tested, radio independent SATCOM systems have been once again selected for use in MRAP vehicles," said John D. Kavazanjian, president and chief executive officer. “These orders were not contemplated in our base line revenue plan for 2010 which called for revenue of $177 million. We will provide investors with an update on our outlook for 2010 operating profit and Adjusted EBITDA in our second quarter earnings call.”