- When was ARISE founded?
ARISE was founded in 1996 by Ian MacLellan, current President of the PV Cell Division and board Vice-Chair.
- Where is ARISE’s corporate office?
Our corporate offices are located at 65 Northland Road, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2V 1Y8. For a map and directions, click here.
- Where is ARISE’s new manufacturing facility?
ARISE’s PV cell plant, opened in April 2008, is located in Bischofswerda Germany. For location details and directions, click here.
- What is the status of PV cell production lines 1, 2 and 3?
Building one in Germany has the capacity to house up to four production lines for a total capacity of 80MW. Line 1 production commenced April 2008, and has an annual production capacity of 35MW and expected PV cell efficiencies of 15%. Line 2 is expected to be commissioned in Q2-2009 and is expected to achieve efficiency levels of up to 18% when fully optimized. Line 3 plans will be determined and implemented as appropriate.
- Does ARISE have in place any continuous quality improvement programs at its manufacturing plant?
Yes. The ARISE production philosophy is one of continuous process improvement. Programs such as Six Sigma are in place to ensure that product quality is of the highest calibre feasible.
- How many employees does ARISE have?
As at year-end 2008, ARISE had a total of more than 100 employees located in both Canada and Germany.
- Where are ARISE shares traded?
ARISE trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol APV, and on the Frankfurt Open Market Exchange under the symbol A3T.
- How can I buy and/or sell shares in ARISE?
You can buy and sell ARISE shares through a stockbroker/broker, or a financial institution that provides brokerage services. ARISE trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the symbol APV, and on the Frankfurt Open Market Exchange under the symbol A3T.
- Who owns ARISE shares and how much do they own?
ARISE shares are owned by several different groups: individuals, institutional investors/funds, and ARISE senior management and board members. On a fully diluted basis, the ARISE management and board represent approximately 11.0% of shares. Individuals make up about 40% and institutions and funds account for the balance of share ownership.
- What are ARISE’s fiscal year end and quarter end dates?
ARISE’s fiscal year ends on December 31st each year. Fiscal quarters end on the last day of March, June, September and December each year.
- How can I get a copy of ARISE’s quarterly/annual reports?
Electronic copies are instantly available on our website. To order hard copies of any of our reports, please contact us.
- Where can I find the latest information and announcements issued by ARISE?
ARISE announcements and media releases are updated daily and can be found on our website. If you would like media releases sent directly to your email, you can register for our investor alert service.
- How are future plans coming along – have there been any changes?
When there is any change to report, ARISE will promptly announce this via a widely broadcast media release. All releases are posted on our website at www.arisetech.com.
- I am concerned about recent share price fluctuations. Is there a reason for this – are there changes to report?
ARISE does not comment on share price movements. As a public company, ARISE complies with all legal and regulatory requirements regarding the disclosure of material changes. We inform all our stakeholders promptly of such changes by issuing media releases and posting these on the corporate website at www.arisetech.com.
- Can you send me a copy of an Analyst research report?
No, this report is the sole property of the Investment firm that produced the research and is only available through specific channels. Check with your broker or Investment Advisor and perhaps they can obtain this for you.
- When do you plan to issue financial guidance?
ARISE currently issues capacity and revenue guidance only and there are no plans to issue financial guidance in the near future.
- Who is ARISE’s transfer agent and how can I reach them?
EQUITY Transfer & Trust Company
4th floor, 200 University Ave
Toronto, Ontario
M5H 4H1
Canada
(416) 361-0930
- When/where is the ARISE Annual General Meeting to be held this year?
The AGM will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at the Waterloo Inn, 475 King Street North, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
