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RTX begins fabrication of 1MW generator for Air Force Research Laboratory

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed detailed design review and started fabrication of a one megawatt electric generator for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) as part of the Advanced Turbine Technologies for Affordable Mission-Capability program.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed detailed design review and started fabrication of a one megawatt electric generator for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) as part of the Advanced Turbine Technologies for Affordable Mission-Capability program.
  • "By safely and efficiently providing onboard high-voltage DC power, our 1MW generator will support these new technologies and help enable new platforms to achieve their target capabilities."
  • Having finished engineering work on the generator and moved into the manufacturing phase, Collins is on track to deliver hardware to the Air Force and test the generator to Technology Readiness Level 5 in 2024.
  • RTX's Pratt & Whitney business is also supporting the AFRL 1MW generator program by studying future engine integration opportunities.

U.S. Navy awards RTX and Elbit Systems of America a $16 million contract for improved F/A-18 pilot helmet mounted display systems

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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With this award, CEVS is formally introducing the Zero-G Helmet Mounted Display System+ (HMDS+)™.

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  • With this award, CEVS is formally introducing the Zero-G Helmet Mounted Display System+ (HMDS+)™.
  • The Zero-G HMDS+™ will provide an augmented view of the battle space inside the pilot's helmet to allow for faster decision making, increasing survivability and effectiveness.
  • "The team followed a new development process that incorporated early and continuous pilot input to field the best solution.
  • In addition to providing improved capability, the balanced and ultra-lightweight design of the Zero-G HMDS+™ will significantly decrease the physiological strain pilots experience.

Bombardier Introduces Advanced Avionics Upgrade for In-Service Global Aircraft Equipped with the Bombardier Vision Flight Deck

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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New upgrade enhances situational awareness and essential visualization features, boosts safety and efficiency

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  • New upgrade enhances situational awareness and essential visualization features, boosts safety and efficiency
    Available for Bombardier Vision flight deck of in-service Global 5000, Global 6000, Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft, leveraging features introduced on in-production Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft
    A Global 6000 business jet is the first aircraft to receive the upgrade, which is available now at all Bombardier service centres worldwide
    MONTRÉAL, Aug. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier today introduced its new Advanced Avionics Upgrade (AAU) for the Bombardier Vision flight deck, a new avionics software and hardware enhancement that boasts the latest technology to enhance situational awareness and offer advanced visualization features.
  • Powered by Collins Aerospace and available for in-service Global 5000, Global 6000, Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft equipped with the Bombardier Vision flight deck, the AAU is designed to take in-service Global aircraft to the next level by providing avionics features currently available on in-production Global 5500 and Global 6500 aircraft.
  • A Global 6000 business jet is the first aircraft to receive the upgrade, which is currently being installed at the Wichita Service Centre.
  • Installation of the AAU on in-service Global aircraft is available across the complete Bombardier service centre network.

AerSale Expands and Strengthens Engineered Solutions Leadership Team

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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Iso Nezaj, the current President of Engineered Solutions, has been appointed to the newly created role of Chief Product Development Officer.

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  • Iso Nezaj, the current President of Engineered Solutions, has been appointed to the newly created role of Chief Product Development Officer.
  • Mr. Nezaj will be replaced by Ben Tschirhart as President of Engineered Solutions.
  • Mr. Nezaj has served as Chief Technical Officer of AerSale as well as Division President, Engineered Solutions from 2017.
  • The expansion of our Engineered Solutions leadership team will help drive continued growth and value creation for aircraft owners and operators.

Institute for Supply Management® Announces 2023-2024 Board of Directors

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) announced its 2023-2024 Board of Directors during the Annual ISM Membership Meeting in Park City, Utah on August 24, 2023. One new Board member was introduced, three members re-committed to continuing their terms for an additional three years, and leadership transitioned for the Board Chair and Vice Chair roles. The Board consists of senior business leaders representing diverse industries, whose insights and careers align with ISM's mission to advance the supply chain management profession.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) announced its 2023-2024 Board of Directors during the Annual ISM Membership Meeting in Park City, Utah on August 24, 2023.
  • The Board consists of senior business leaders representing diverse industries, whose insights and careers align with ISM's mission to advance the supply chain management profession.
  • "It is with immense pride that I accept the esteemed role of Chairman of the Board for ISM.
  • The ISM Board of Directors represents a dedicated group of senior leaders who are driving supply chain management's transformation.

NIST publish the highly anticipated draft standards for Quantum-Safe cryptography, supported by PQShield

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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Following this, the draft standards will likely become the global benchmark for quantum-resistant cybersecurity across the world in 2024.

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  • Following this, the draft standards will likely become the global benchmark for quantum-resistant cybersecurity across the world in 2024.
  • The rise of quantum computers has led to an urgent need for new cryptographic standards to safeguard global privacy and data.
  • Dr Ali El Kaafarani, PQShield's founder and CEO, says: The release of the draft standards marks a significant turning point for PQShield and the entire cryptographic community.
  • NIST's new draft standards provide this assurance and a framework that allows everyone to move forward.

NIST publish the highly anticipated draft standards for Quantum-Safe cryptography, supported by PQShield

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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Following this, the draft standards will likely become the global benchmark for quantum-resistant cybersecurity across the world in 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Following this, the draft standards will likely become the global benchmark for quantum-resistant cybersecurity across the world in 2024.
  • The rise of quantum computers has led to an urgent need for new cryptographic standards to safeguard global privacy and data.
  • Dr Ali El Kaafarani, PQShield's founder and CEO, says: The release of the draft standards marks a significant turning point for PQShield and the entire cryptographic community.
  • NIST's new draft standards provide this assurance and a framework that allows everyone to move forward.

Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership Welcomes New Executive Board Members from Boston Children's Hospital, Point32Health, RTX, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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"I am honored to welcome these four incredible, mission-driven leaders to the Strategic Advisory Board," said Susan MacKenty Brady, CEO of the Institute for Inclusive Leadership.

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  • "I am honored to welcome these four incredible, mission-driven leaders to the Strategic Advisory Board," said Susan MacKenty Brady, CEO of the Institute for Inclusive Leadership.
  • "They each bring a diverse set of skills and expertise and share a deep desire to foster equity, inclusion, and gender parity in organizational leadership.
  • "I am so thrilled that we are able to welcome these four leaders to the Strategic Advisory Board," said Simmons University President Lynn Perry Wooten.
  • She provides leadership, vision and strategic oversight for the Boston Children's Sandra L. Fenwick Institute for Pediatric Health Equity and Inclusion.

RTX awarded U.S. Army contract for additional delivery of electric generators and containers

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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ROCKFORD, Ill., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), was awarded a $24 million contract for production and delivery of electric generators with containers to the United States Army Anniston Depot in support of the U.S. Army's Abrams M1A2 Main Battle Tank.

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  • ROCKFORD, Ill., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Collins Aerospace, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), was awarded a $24 million contract for production and delivery of electric generators with containers to the United States Army Anniston Depot in support of the U.S. Army's Abrams M1A2 Main Battle Tank.
  • "Across our business, we are leveraging electric power, from commercial aerospace to military platforms, to support the evolving needs of our customers," said Russell Andrey, program manager for Collins Aerospace.
  • "To date, Collins has delivered 800 electric generators, in support of the SEPv3 program, supplying critical power, diagnostics and predictive maintenance support on the ground."
  • The Collins Aerospace designed generators fit in the same space as the legacy system without requiring major changes to the vehicle or its existing electric systems architecture.

RTX CORPORATION SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Announces that a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against RTX Corporation f/k/a Raytheon Technologies Corporation (NYSE: RTX)

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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