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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Pratt & Whitney Canada’s PW800 engine has exceeded 600,000 hours of flight powering aircraft from two of the business jet industry’s leading OEMs. The PW800-powered Gulfstream G500 entered into service in 2018, the G600 in 2019, and the Dassault Falcon 6X in 2023. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business.

“With over 700 engines in service for 250 operators around the world benefitting from the exceptional performance and operating advantages of the PW800 engine, it delivers unmatched efficiency, lower emissions, and a quieter, more comfortable cabin experience,” said Andrew Waterston, vice president, Sales and Marketing, Business Aviation, Pratt & Whitney Canada. “Surpassing 600,000 flying hours in just a few years is a testament to the confidence our customers have in this engine and underscores how the PW800 continues to raise the bar for innovation, dependability and value for operators worldwide.”

The engine family is the most modern and efficient engine in its class. It offers double-digit improvements in fuel burn and noise as compared to the current generation of engines. It can also fly on a 50% blend of jet fuel A (kerosene) and synthetic alternative fuel (SAF). With a dispatch reliability exceeding 99.98%, the PW800 engine delivers a flawless experience and unmatched customer satisfaction, requiring 40% less scheduled maintenance and 20% fewer inspections than other engines in its class.

Pratt & Whitney Canada’s PW800 Eagle Service Plan offering is a pay-per-hour engine maintenance program that both protects and enhances asset and resale value. It increases aircraft availablity and provides a predictive and preventive maintenance environment with advanced analytics for tailored “on-condition” management.

In 2025, Pratt & Whitney Canada expanded its PW800 MRO capabilities by bringing online MTU Maintenance’s new PW800 shop in Berlin-Brandenburg, adding a high-speed MRO line in Burlington, Vermont, and continuing to operate its established facility in Bridgeport, West Virginia.

About Pratt & Whitney 
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for military, commercial and civil aviation customers. Since 1925, our engineers have pioneered the development of revolutionary aircraft propulsion technologies, and today we support more than 90,000 in-service engines through our global network of maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities.

About RTX
RTX is the world’s largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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Cognitus to further strengthen IBM’s SAP capabilities in complex and regulated industries, including Aerospace and Defense, Energy and Utilities and Manufacturing

Oct 15, 2025

ARMONK, N.Y., Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cognitus, a leading SAP S/4HANA services provider, with industry-specific, AI-powered solutions. Cognitus will bring mission-critical SAP skills, including in RISE and GROW with SAP, as well as an extensive portfolio of software assets. This combination of services, software and industry expertise, aligns with IBM’s asset-based approach to digital transformation, driving increased productivity and operational efficiency for clients around the world.

Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Cognitus brings more than 20 years of SAP expertise, helping enterprise clients with end-to-end SAP S/4HANA implementations and application maintenance services. As an SAP Gold & Co-innovation partner, Cognitus has been recognized for pioneering industry-tailored SAP services and solutions that empower the data-driven enterprise and fuel sustainable growth.

Cognitus’ services capabilities are boosted by its suite of proprietary, SAP-endorsed and AI-enabled software assets. These assets include Cognitus CIS-GovCon which supports end-to-end government contracting requirements; Cognitus CLM, an AI-powered contract lifecycle management solution built specifically for government contractors; Cognitus Data Migration, a low-code, AI solution that simplifies the migration of data from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA; and Cognitus Real-Time Billing, which accelerates high-volume, project-based billing by processing transactions in real time.

Cognitus’ services and software capabilities throughout the entire project lifecycle of SAP transformation projects enable faster decision-making, reduce risk, and support compliance. This helps organizations in complex and regulated industries simplify operations and achieve greater consistency with a single provider.

“SAP is the foundation for so many digital transformations around the world. Clients are turning to trusted partners that know their industries inside and out and can deploy AI-powered solutions to their enterprise operations,” said Neil Dhar, Managing Partner, IBM Consulting Americas. “Cognitus brings deep industry expertise and proprietary AI technology that improves the efficiency of SAP implementations and will extend the functionality of tools across our SAP portfolio.”

IBM has extensive skills in SAP technology and transformations, complemented by its AI-led delivery platform, IBM Consulting Advantage. The acquisition of Cognitus strengthens IBM’s industry expertise, portfolio of AI solutions, and capabilities in RISE and GROW with SAP, bolstering its ability to deliver modern SAP solutions faster and more effectively for global clients.

“Becoming part of IBM enables Cognitus to amplify what we do best – accelerating SAP transformation through innovation,” said Pat Sathi, CEO of Cognitus. “It creates new opportunities for our people while strengthening how we serve our customers. Our clients will continue to benefit from our proven SAP-Endorsed solutions and accelerators, backed by Cognitus’ deep industry expertise in regulated industries and now supported by IBM’s global scale and advanced technology capabilities.”

Nitin Khanna, Managing Director, and Amit Baid, President, at Cognitus, added, “Our software-first approach has always been central to how we deliver value. With IBM, we’ll be able to accelerate software innovation, enhance our portfolio, and expand these capabilities to serve an even broader global customer base.”

The acquisition of Cognitus strengthens IBM’s SAP portfolio and represents IBM’s continued investment in skills for strategic partners like AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Palo Alto Networks, SAP, and more.

Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed, and IBM’s acquisition of Cognitus is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

About Cognitus

Cognitus, an SAP Gold and Co-Innovation Partner, is a recognized leader in delivering GROW with SAP and RISE with SAP programs for complex and regulated industries. The company combines deep industry expertise with a portfolio of SAP-Endorsed Apps and industry accelerators that extend SAP Cloud ERP to meet compliance and operational requirements. With proven experience across Aerospace and Defense, Utilities, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Professional Services, Wholesale Distribution, and more, Cognitus enables rapid, fit-to-standard SAP implementations that help customers modernize with confidence and achieve measurable value.

About IBM

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s legendary commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information.

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Elizabeth Brophy

Elizabeth.Brophy@ibm.com

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Lexington, MA and Bristol, CT– October 15, 2025 – Leading into Breast Cancer Awareness Month, FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation, a leading provider of medical imaging and informatics solutions, and Beekley Medical^®, a leading supplier of niche medical products, hosted its second annual Breast Imaging Education Summit at Fujifilm’s Valhalla, NY headquarters on September 20- 21. The complimentary event was well attended and convened radiologic technologists specializing in breast imaging and industry leaders within the field, with attendees earning 13 CE (Continuing Education) credits.

More than 40 technologists attended the educational forum designed with an emphasis on learning, collaboration, and professional growth. The goal was to engage technologists on the frontlines of women’s healthcare about the latest advances in imaging technologies and screening best practices through interactive conversations and hands-on training with the latest imaging systems and clinical images.

The program included more than 10 presentations from experts in the women’s health space including several radiologists from renowned institutions like MD Anderson Cancer Center and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Topics ran the gamut from new technologies in breast imaging to breast density communication and reporting, from contrast-enhanced mammography to understanding the patient’s journey after breast cancer diagnosis, and more.

In addition, Mammography Educators provided attendees with an instructional live, hands-on breast positioning workshop with Fujifilm’s ASPIRE Cristalle 3D mammography system and Beekley Medical’s Bella Blankets® Protective Coverlets.

“Beekley Medical and FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation share the same mission – to improve women’s health by expanding access to breast health education and mammography services for every woman who needs it,” said Henry Izawa, president and chief executive officer, FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation. “Technologists perform approximately 40 million mammograms in the U.S. every year— they are literally at the forefront of saving lives. And because they are on the frontlines, techs are also in a unique position to educate women about the importance of annual screenings and early diagnosis. This event was created to help techs expand their professional knowledge while also paying tribute to the critical work they do every day.”

“Beekley Medical is honored to partner with FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation for the annual Breast Imaging Education Summit,” said Maureen O. Gallo, President of Beekley Corporation. “Not only do our companies share a legacy of 91 years in business, but we also share a deep commitment to excellence. That commitment is reflected in the caliber of radiologists who participate in this prestigious event, generously sharing their expertise with attendees. This program empowers technologists with the latest knowledge and hands-on experience in breast imaging. Through this collaboration, we’re helping to elevate the standard of care for women everywhere.”

For technologists who could not attend the event, a recorded webinar of key topics addressed during the second annual Breast Imaging Education Summit will be available on Nov. 8^th at 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week. Participating technologists will earn 6.0 CEU credits. To register, click here.