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RTX’s Pratt & Whitney opens its largest Military Engines facility in Oklahoma City


$255 million investment will support global sustainment for F135, F117, TF33, F100 and F119 engines

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), celebrated the opening of its new 845,000-square-foot facility in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, solidifying its position as the business’s largest military engines field location. The $255 million investment will enable Pratt & Whitney to meet the growing demands of both U.S. and global defense customers for the F135, F117, TF33, F100 and F119 engines.

“Oklahoma City is the heart of our global sustainment network for Pratt & Whitney’s Military Engines business and plays a critical role on every single one of our programs,” said Jill Albertelli, president of Military Engines at Pratt & Whitney. “This new facility will serve as a hub for all of our military engine programs and allow us to better support our customers and their missions.”

Pratt & Whitney’s Oklahoma City site is home to over 500 full-time employees, with an additional 500 contract and partner employees. This investment will create an additional 100 full-time jobs over the next five years.

“Our investment in this state-of-the-art facility underscores our commitment to meeting both today’s sustainment needs and preparing for the future,” said Greg Treacy, vice president of Pratt & Whitney in Oklahoma City.  “This expansion more than doubles our footprint in Oklahoma City, ensuring we have the capacity and agility to support increased workloads as military programs ramp up and new ones come online.”

The site features automation and advanced technologies that will streamline processes, improving accuracy, speed and cost-effectiveness. It also incorporates LEED-certified energy-efficient systems and waste reduction processes, reflecting RTX’s commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency.

Located alongside Tinker Air Force Base, the largest maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility for the U.S. Department of Defense, the new site will enhance the business’ global sustainment network and support the public-private partnership between Pratt & Whitney and the U.S. Air Force. This Oklahoma City facility is strategically positioned to meet current and future sustainment demands, supporting engines for the F-35, F-22, C-17, B-52, E-3, F-15, F-16 and more.

About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. To learn more, visit www.prattwhitney.com. 

About RTX
With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes 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, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2023 sales of $69 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact [email protected].

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Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), Atlas Obscura and Blue Apron release first-of-its-kind collaboration


“We’re thrilled to partner with Blue Apron and Atlas Obscura to bring a taste of Colorado’s vibrant culinary scene to a national audience,” said Timothy Wolfe, Director of the Colorado Tourism Office. “This collaboration not only highlights the exceptional talent of Colorado chefs like Brother Luck, but it also showcases the rich diversity of ingredients and cultural influences that make the state’s food scene truly unique. Our state has a deep agricultural heritage, and this partnership is a perfect way to share those flavors with food lovers across the country and invite them to Colorado to experience our exciting food scene. “

Over the last decade, Colorado’s culinary scene has been on a high-speed trajectory, racking up Michelin Stars and James Beard awards, attracting celebrity chefs, and sparking paradigm-shifting restaurant trends. 

Atlas Obscura took notice. After all, the media brand has built a name for itself by covering under-the-radar destinations—including gastronomic hotspots. (Atlas Obscura’s culinary vertical, Gastro Obscura, is both a New York Times best-selling book and a popular website exploring unique global dishes, innovative artisans, and unexpected ingredients.) The trio spent many months crafting a multifaceted project designed to delight readers and eaters alike. Components include in-depth journalism, and stunning interactive media elements—as well as a long-awaited recipe from Chef Brother Luck. 

“We couldn’t be more excited for this collaboration,” said Ariel Azoff, Atlas Obscura’s Executive Director of Tourism. “It represents an innovation in destination marketing, and we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to chart the course forward with our partners at the Colorado Tourism Office and Blue Apron. Atlas Obscura readers are always looking for new culinary experiences, and the story of Colorado’s evolving food scene is integrally tied to its land and history in a way that we felt was a perfect story for our brand to tell.”

Luck is one of the Southwest’s most well-known celebrity chefs. He’s opened three critically acclaimed Colorado restaurants—including his latest, Four by Brother Luck—and has appeared on Beat Bobby Flay, Top Chef: Colorado, and Chopped. Luck’s culinary journey is a testament to triumph over adversity, resilience, and the transformative influence of food. His love for cooking was sparked amidst the hustle and bustle of the kitchen, and his skill has dazzled audiences across the globe. Beyond his culinary prowess, Luck is a fervent advocate for mental health, leveraging his platform to raise awareness and extend support to those navigating similar challenges.

In combining his Southern roots and love of traditional Southwest food with elements of Japanese cooking he picked up while working abroad, Brother Luck exemplifies Colorado’s multicultural, creative approach to food. It’s a method that bridges generations and cultures—and only hints at where the state’s culinary scene is headed next. 

“Colorado is a hub; we’re in the middle of the country, at this crossroads of various cultures, and there are so many young chefs here who are just getting started,” says Luck. “Our food scene is so diverse, and it’s just going to keep growing.”

To locals, Colorado’s culinary landscape has always been special. The state’s agricultural heritage is rich and complex, shaped by Indigenous traditions as well as those of early immigrants from Germany, China, Japan, Mexico, Jamaica, Ethiopia, and beyond. Thanks to its gold-rush history, vast landscapes, and unmatched outdoor recreation, Colorado has always attracted explorers and trailblazers. As a result, the state became both a refuge for niche cuisines and a hotbed for experimental fusions. But in the last 10 years, the number of cutting-edge restaurants has grown. And in 2023, Colorado chefs earned the state’s first Michelin Stars—taking home five in a single award year. 

This collaboration is stacked with industry leaders. It’s also concrete proof that Colorado food has gone global.

About Atlas Obscura
Atlas Obscura is an award-winning media and travel brand that shares the world’s hidden wonders in-person and online. Founded in 2009, Atlas Obscura created the definitive, community-driven guide to the world’s most incredible places. Atlas Obscura has a global community of millions of explorers, produces once-in-a-lifetime trips and experiences with leading experts, and has published two New York Times bestselling books with more than a million copies in print. www.atlasobscura.com

About the Colorado Tourism Office
The Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) is a division of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and International Trade. The mission of the CTO is to empower the tourism industry by inspiring the world to explore Colorado responsibly and respectfully. The CTO seeks to advance the strength and resilience of the entire industry through collaboration, inclusivity, innovation and leadership. www.colorado.com 

About Blue Apron
Launched in 2012, Blue Apron offers fresh, chef-designed meals that empower home cooks to embrace their culinary curiosity, challenge their abilities in the kitchen, and see what a difference cooking quality food can make in their lives. Blue Apron offers 100+ weekly menu options and delivers what you need, including simple steps and pre-portioned ingredients. With such a wide variety of menu options, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. www.blueapron.com

About Chef Brother Luck
Chef Brother Luck is a James Beard nominee, a fan favorite on culinary competition shows like Top Chef, Chopped, and Beat Bobby Flay, and a passionate restaurant owner in Colorado Springs. When he isn’t wowing taste buds and pushing culinary boundaries, you can find Brother on stage inspiring large audiences across the country. He is also the author of a memoir: No Lucks Given: Life is hard but there is hope. www.chefbrotherluck.com 

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60TH ANNUAL AUSTIN TRAIL OF LIGHTS, POWERED BY H-E-B, ANNOUNCES BOX OFFICE OPEN


AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Trail of Lights Foundation is thrilled to announce that tickets for the 60th Annual Austin Trail of Lights, powered by H-E-B, are now available online at www.austintrailoflights.org. This beloved holiday tradition, the longest-running event of its kind in Texas’ capital city, will take place from Tuesday, December 10, to Monday, December 23. In keeping with tradition, passes will be offered free to the public for seven of the fourteen nights, children under 12 receive free General Admission on every night.

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Recognized as one of the best holiday light displays in the U.S., the Austin Trail of Lights began in 1965 as a small gathering around a yule log and has evolved into a dazzling display featuring over 2 million lights, 96 illuminated trees, and 70 festive displays and lighted tunnels in downtown Austin.

Guests can explore the 2024 event calendar to see which nights offer free entry, along with a variety of other ticket options.  In addition to the public nights that run Dec. 10-23, a limited number of passes for the Night Lights Preview Party on Dec 6, presented by Broadway Bank are now available, along with registration for the Fun Run, presented by Chuy’s on Dec 7.

Operating entirely with support from sponsors, donations and funds from ticket sales, the Austin Trail of Lights, in partnership with the City of Austin, recognizes H-E-B, Ascension / Dell Children’s, Vista Equity Partners, KXAN, Chuy’s, Perry Homes, Keller Williams Realty, Inc., Northern Trust, Austin Parks Foundation, Silicon Labs, Broadway Bank, UT Austin, Austin Convention Center, Lori & Tito Beveridge, Hat Creek, Koehler Family and Samsung Austin Semiconductors.

For information visit austintrailoflights.org, on Facebook @austintrailoflights, or Instagram, @ATXLights.

Trail of Lights Foundation
The Trail of Lights Foundation is an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation dedicated to maintaining the Austin Trail of Lights as an authentically Austin community celebration. The single-purpose entity raises funds through donations by individuals, businesses and special events to ensure the event remains accessible to the entire community and supports the STARS program which has served over 20,000 community members via their non-profit groups. Since 2012, the event has also provided maintenance and upkeep of the historic displays at the event.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 47.2%; September 2024 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®


New Orders and Backlogs Contracting; Production and Employment Contracting; Supplier Deliveries Slowing; Raw Materials Inventories Contracting; Customers’ Inventories About Right; Prices Decreasing; Exports and Imports Contracting

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in September for the sixth consecutive month and the 22nd time in the last 23 months, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®.

The report was issued today by Timothy R. Fiore, CPSM, C.P.M., Chair of the Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) Manufacturing Business Survey Committee:

“The Manufacturing PMI® registered 47.2 percent in September, matching the figure recorded in August. The overall economy continued in expansion for the 53rd month after one month of contraction in April 2020. (A Manufacturing PMI® above 42.5 percent, over a period of time, generally indicates an expansion of the overall economy.) The New Orders Index remained in contraction territory, registering 46.1 percent, 1.5 percentage points higher than the 44.6 percent recorded in August. The September reading of the Production Index (49.8 percent) is 5 percentage points higher than August’s figure of 44.8 percent. The Prices Index went into contraction (or ‘decreasing’) territory for the first time this year, registering 48.3 percent, down 5.7 percentage points compared to the reading of 54 percent in August. The Backlog of Orders Index registered 44.1 percent, up 0.5 percentage point compared to the 43.6 percent recorded in August. The Employment Index registered 43.9 percent, down 2.1 percentage points from August’s figure of 46 percent.

“The Supplier Deliveries Index indicated slowing deliveries, registering 52.2 percent, 1.7 percentage points higher than the 50.5 percent recorded in August. (Supplier Deliveries is the only ISM® Report On Business® index that is inversed; a reading of above 50 percent indicates slower deliveries, which is typical as the economy improves and customer demand increases.) The Inventories Index registered 43.9 percent, down 6.4 percentage points compared to August’s reading of 50.3 percent.

“The New Export Orders Index reading of 45.3 percent is 3.3 percentage points lower than the 48.6 percent registered in August. The Imports Index remained in contraction territory in September, registering 48.3 percent, 1.3 percentage points lower than the 49.6 percent reported in August.”

Fiore continues, “U.S. manufacturing activity contracted again in September, and at the same rate compared to last month. Demand continues to be weak, output declined, and inputs stayed accommodative. Demand slowing was reflected by the (1) New Orders Index remaining in contraction territory, (2) New Export Orders Index contracting at a faster rate, (3) Backlog of Orders Index staying in strong contraction territory, and (4) Customers’ Inventories Index indicating customers’ inventories were “about right.” (For more, see the Customers’ Inventories Index summary section.) Output (measured by the Production and Employment indexes) continued in contraction with mixed results: Employment shrunk at a faster rate while production approached expansion, with levels on par compared to August. Panelists cited continuing efforts by their companies to right-size workforces to levels consistent with projected demand. Inputs — defined as supplier deliveries, inventories, prices and imports — generally continued to accommodate future demand growth, with inventories returning to low levels and suppliers showing some difficulty in meeting customer needs.

“Demand remains subdued, as companies showed an unwillingness to invest in capital and inventory due to federal monetary policy — which the U.S. Federal Reserve addressed by the time of this report — and election uncertainty. Production execution stabilized in September. Suppliers continue to have capacity, with lead times improving and shortages reappearing. Seventy-seven percent of manufacturing gross domestic product (GDP) contracted in September, up from 65 percent in August. The share of manufacturing sector GDP registering a composite PMI® calculation at or below 45 percent (a good barometer of overall manufacturing weakness) was 41 percent in September, an 8-percentage point increase compared to the 33 percent reported in August. Only one of the six largest manufacturing industries — Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products — expanded in September, compared to two in August,” says Fiore.

The five manufacturing industries reporting growth in September are: Petroleum & Coal Products; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Textile Mills; Furniture & Related Products; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing. The 13 industries reporting contraction in September — in the following order — are: Printing & Related Support Activities; Plastics & Rubber Products; Wood Products; Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Primary Metals; Transportation Equipment; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Paper Products; Machinery; Chemical Products; Fabricated Metal Products; and Computer & Electronic Products.

WHAT RESPONDENTS ARE SAYING

  • “North America demand has started to weaken. Asian demand is slightly higher but shows signs of weakness in future months. Comments tied to automotive builds.” [Chemical Products]
  • “Global demand continues to remain soft. Fourth-quarter forecasts have been further reduced, with several new programs shifted from 2024 to 2025. Manpower, working capital and supplies are being flexed down in response. The previously anticipated shift from internal combustion engine to electric vehicle (EV) technology has been pushed out due to market response. Long-range plans are being adjusted to incorporate traditional products for longer, while new EV product offerings are being planned for slower rollouts.” [Transportation Equipment]
  • “The second half of 2024 is trending upward enough to more than compensate for the year-over-year losses we experienced in the first half. We are anticipating a record sales volume for 2024.” [Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products]
  • “The strategy of customer push-outs last year enabled those customers to adapt to the market. Now, while most companies are seeing a slowdown, we are seeing solid growth. The general slowdown in the economy is allowing for prices to continue to stabilize.” [Computer & Electronic Products]
  • “A continuing low order rate is resulting in ongoing manufacturing adjustments to balance output with demand.” [Machinery]
  • “The fourth quarter is slower than anticipated. We won’t realize the effect of interest rate adjustments with new project starts until the first quarter of 2025.” [Fabricated Metal Products]
  • “Business is flat. Waiting for interest rates to drop and the election outcome in November before we confirm our 2025 plans. Currently planning on a flat 2025.” [Furniture & Related Products]
  • “Our sales continue to be flat. Our customers are telling us that although our products perform very well, they are forced to seek lower-cost components to maintain their sales.” [Textile Mills]
  • “Sales have slowed this quarter compared to the same time period last year. Adjusting production accordingly.” [Miscellaneous Manufacturing]
  • “Still hiring to fill vacant positions in production/management. Not adding new jobs. Automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are starting to slow or cancel orders. The pace is slowing.” [Primary Metals]

MANUFACTURING AT A GLANCE
September 2024

Index

Series
Index

Sep

Series
Index

Aug

Percentage

Point

Change

Direction

Rate of
Change

Trend*
(Months)

Manufacturing PMI®

47.2

47.2

0.0

Contracting

Same

6

New Orders

46.1

44.6

+1.5

Contracting

Slower

6

Production

49.8

44.8

+5.0

Contracting

Slower

4

Employment

43.9

46.0

-2.1

Contracting

Faster

4

Supplier Deliveries

52.2

50.5

+1.7

Slowing

Faster

3

Inventories

43.9

50.3

-6.4

Contracting

From Growing

1

Customers’ Inventories

50.0

48.4

+1.6

About Right

From Too Low

1

Prices

48.3

54.0

-5.7

Decreasing

From Increasing

1

Backlog of Orders

44.1

43.6

+0.5

Contracting

Slower

24

New Export Orders

45.3

48.6

-3.3

Contracting

Faster

4

Imports

48.3

49.6

-1.3

Contracting

Faster

4

OVERALL ECONOMY

Growing

Same

53

Manufacturing Sector

Contracting

Same

6

Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® data is seasonally adjusted for the New Orders, Production, Employment and Inventories indexes.

*Number of months moving in current direction.

COMMODITIES REPORTED UP/DOWN IN PRICE AND IN SHORT SUPPLY

Commodities Up in Price
Aluminum* (10); Corrugate (3); Corrugated Boxes (3); Electrical Components (5); Ocean Freight (5); Plastic Resins (9); Polypropylene Resin (3); Steel Products*; and Synthetic Fibers.

Commodities Down in Price
Aluminum* (2); Copper (3); Crude Oil; Diesel Fuel; Steel (5); Steel — Stainless; and Steel Products* (4).

Commodities in Short Supply
Electrical Components (48); and Electronic Components (6).

Note: The number of consecutive months the commodity is listed is indicated after each item.

*Indicates both up and down in price.

SEPTEMBER 2024 MANUFACTURING INDEX SUMMARIES

Manufacturing PMI® 
The U.S. manufacturing sector contracted for the sixth consecutive month in September, as the Manufacturing PMI® registered 47.2 percent, the same reading as in August. “After breaking a 16-month streak of contraction by expanding in March, the manufacturing sector has contracted the last six months. Of the five subindexes that directly factor into the Manufacturing PMI®, only one (Supplier Deliveries) was in expansion territory, the same as in August. The New Orders and Production indexes remained in contraction but moved upward in September. Of the six biggest manufacturing industries, only one (Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products) registered growth,” says Fiore. A reading above 50 percent indicates that the manufacturing sector is generally expanding; below 50 percent indicates that it is generally contracting.

A Manufacturing PMI® above 42.5 percent, over a period of time, generally indicates an expansion of the overall economy. Therefore, the September Manufacturing PMI® indicates the overall economy grew for the 53rd straight month after last contracting in April 2020. “The past relationship between the Manufacturing PMI® and the overall economy indicates that the September reading (47.2 percent) corresponds to a change of plus-1.3 percent in real gross domestic product (GDP) on an annualized basis,” says Fiore.

THE LAST 12 MONTHS

Month

Manufacturing
PMI®

Month

Manufacturing
PMI®

Sep 2024

47.2

Mar 2024

50.3

Aug 2024

47.2

Feb 2024

47.8

Jul 2024

46.8

Jan 2024

49.1

Jun 2024

48.5

Dec 2023

47.1

May 2024

48.7

Nov 2023

46.6

Apr 2024

49.2

Oct 2023

46.9

Average for 12 months – 48.0

High – 50.3

Low – 46.6

New Orders
ISM®‘s New Orders Index contracted in September for the sixth consecutive month, registering 46.1 percent, an increase of 1.5 percentage points compared to August’s figure of 44.6 percent. The New Orders Index hasn’t indicated consistent growth since a 24-month streak of expansion ended in May 2022. “Of the six largest manufacturing sectors, two (Computer & Electronic Products; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products) reported increased new orders. Panelists noted a continued level of uncertainty and concern about a lack of new order activity — with a 1-to-1.5 ratio of positive comments versus those expressing concern — and their confidence in the future economic environment remains at its lowest levels since the coronavirus pandemic recovery. Many comments noted that companies’ focus is now on 2025 business planning as they await the impacts of lower interest rates and the U.S. election results,” says Fiore. A New Orders Index above 52.3 percent, over time, is generally consistent with an increase in the Census Bureau’s series on manufacturing orders (in constant 2000 dollars).

The two manufacturing industries that reported growth in new orders in September are: Computer & Electronic Products; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products. The 11 industries reporting a decline in new orders in September — in the following order — are: Plastics & Rubber Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Paper Products; Primary Metals; Wood Products; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Transportation Equipment; Machinery; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; and Chemical Products.

New Orders

%Higher

%Same

%Lower

Net

Index

Sep 2024

17.6

56.1

26.3

-8.7

46.1

Aug 2024

16.7

57.1

26.2

-9.5

44.6

Jul 2024

19.0

53.0

28.0

-9.0

47.4

Jun 2024

20.3

59.1

20.6

-0.3

49.3

Production
The Production Index continued in contraction territory in September, registering 49.8 percent, 5 percentage points higher than the August reading of 44.8 percent. Of the six largest manufacturing sectors, three (Computer & Electronic Products; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Fabricated Metal Products) reported increased production. “As they closed the third quarter, panelists’ companies maintained output levels compared to August. New order rates remain weak, and backlog levels continue to decline (though at slightly slower rates). Companies continue to avoid investing in inventory due to economic uncertainty that may be alleviated Federal Reserve actions at the end of September,” says Fiore. An index above 52.2 percent, over time, is generally consistent with an increase in the Federal Reserve Board’s Industrial Production figures.

The five industries reporting growth in production during the month of September are: Textile Mills; Computer & Electronic Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Fabricated Metal Products. The nine industries reporting a decrease in production in September, in order, are: Printing & Related Support Activities; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Wood Products; Transportation Equipment; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Primary Metals; Machinery; and Chemical Products.

Production

%Higher

%Same

%Lower

Net

Index

Sep 2024

17.6

60.7

21.7

-4.1

49.8

Aug 2024

12.6

66.2

21.2

-8.6

44.8

Jul 2024

15.2

60.1

24.7

-9.5

45.9

Jun 2024

22.8

56.9

20.3

+2.5

48.5

Employment
ISM®‘s Employment Index registered 43.9 percent in September, 2.1 percentage points lower than the August reading of 46 percent. The July, August and September readings are among the five lowest recorded since the index registered 43.7 percent in July 2020, early in the economic recovery. (The others are 45.9 percent in February 2024 and 45 percent in July 2023.) “The index contracted for the fourth consecutive month after an expansion in May, which broke a seven-month streak of contraction. Of the six big manufacturing sectors, two (Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Machinery) expanded employment in September. Respondents’ companies are continuing to reduce head counts through layoffs, attrition and hiring freezes. This sentiment was supported in September by the approximately 1-to-1.5 ratio of hiring versus staff reduction comments,” says Fiore. An Employment Index above 50.3 percent, over time, is generally consistent with an increase in the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data on manufacturing employment.

Of 18 manufacturing industries, the two industries reporting employment growth in September are: Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Machinery. The 11 industries reporting a decrease in employment in September, in the following order, are: Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Primary Metals; Plastics & Rubber Products; Transportation Equipment; Textile Mills; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Computer & Electronic Products; Fabricated Metal Products; Chemical Products; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing.

Employment

%Higher

%Same

%Lower

Net

Index

Sep 2024

8.0

69.3

22.7

-14.7

43.9

Aug 2024

10.0

70.9

19.1

-9.1

46.0

Jul 2024

9.8

68.7

21.5

-11.7

43.4

Jun 2024

16.8

66.1

17.1

-0.3

49.3

Supplier Deliveries†
Delivery performance of suppliers to manufacturing organizations was slower in September, with the Supplier Deliveries Index registering 52.2 percent, a 1.7-percentage point increase compared to the reading of 50.5 percent reported in August. This is the third month of slower deliveries after four consecutive months of faster deliveries. After a reading of 52.4 percent in September 2022, the index went into contraction territory the following month and remained there for 20 out of 21 months until February. Of the six big industries, two (Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Fabricated Metal Products) reported slower supplier deliveries in September. “Supplier deliveries are slowing as panelists’ companies continue to rely on their suppliers to manage their purchased material inventories, which is putting strain on the supply chain,” says Fiore. A reading below 50 percent indicates faster deliveries, while a reading above 50 percent indicates slower deliveries.

The eight manufacturing industries reporting slower supplier deliveries in September — listed in order — are: Textile Mills; Petroleum & Coal Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Furniture & Related Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Plastics & Rubber Products; and Fabricated Metal Products. The two industries reporting faster supplier deliveries in September are: Machinery; and Transportation Equipment. Eight industries reported no change in supplier deliveries in September as compared to August.

Supplier Deliveries

%Slower

%Same

%Faster

Net

Index

Sep 2024

10.4

83.6

6.0

+4.4

52.2

Aug 2024

10.1

80.7

9.2

+0.9

50.5

Jul 2024

11.7

81.7

6.6

+5.1

52.6

Jun 2024

8.8

82.0

9.2

-0.4

49.8

Inventories
The Inventories Index registered 43.9 percent in September, down a substantial 6.4 percentage points compared to the reading of 50.3 percent reported in August. “Manufacturing inventories returned to their unusually low levels prior to August, as the timing mismatch with production the previous month was resolved in September. Of the six big industries, none reported increased manufacturing inventories in September,” says Fiore. An Inventories Index greater than 44.4 percent, over time, is generally consistent with expansion in the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) figures on overall manufacturing inventories (in chained 2000 dollars).

Of 18 manufacturing industries, the only industry to report higher inventories in September is Petroleum & Coal Products. The 12 industries reporting lower inventories in September — in the following order — are: Printing & Related Support Activities; Wood Products; Textile Mills; Computer & Electronic Products; Paper Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Primary Metals; Chemical Products; Machinery; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; and Fabricated Metal Products.

Inventories

%Higher

%Same

%Lower

Net

Index

Sep 2024

11.2

66.5

22.3

-11.1

43.9

Aug 2024

18.7

64.7

16.6

+2.1

50.3

Jul 2024

12.2

63.3

24.5

-12.3

44.5

Jun 2024

11.3

67.9

20.8

-9.5

45.4

Customers’ Inventories†
ISM®‘s Customers’ Inventories Index registered a reading of 50 percent in September, up 1.6 percentage points compared to the 48.4 percent reported in August. “Customers’ inventory levels in September were ‘about right.’ Panelists are reporting that the amounts of their products in their customers’ inventories suggest a demand level that is neutral to negative for future new orders and production,” says Fiore.

The four industries reporting customers’ inventories as too high in September are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Primary Metals; Transportation Equipment; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing. The six industries reporting customers’ inventories as too low in September, in order, are: Paper Products; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Machinery; Computer & Electronic Products; Fabricated Metal Products; and Chemical Products. Eight industries reported no change in customers’ inventories in September as compared to August.

Customers’
Inventories

%
Reporting

%Too
High

%About
Right

%Too
Low

 

Net

 

Index

Sep 2024

76

13.2

73.6

13.2

0.0

50.0

Aug 2024

77

12.3

72.2

15.5

-3.2

48.4

Jul 2024

79

13.5

64.5

22.0

-8.5

45.8

Jun 2024

78

13.6

67.5

18.9

-5.3

47.4

Prices†
The ISM® Prices Index registered 48.3 percent, a notable 5.7 percentage points lower compared to the August reading of 54 percent, indicating raw materials prices decreased in September after eight straight months of increases, preceded by eight consecutive months of decreases. Of the six largest manufacturing industries, two — Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Machinery — reported price increases in September. “The Prices Index indicated decreasing prices in September, compared to the previous month. Commodity prices were less volatile, with (1) petroleum-derived products showing weakness, (2) aluminum indicating slowing growth, (3) corrugate and ocean freight continuing growth and (4) steel and steel products prices easing. Thirteen percent of companies reported higher prices in September, compared to 21 percent in August,” says Fiore. A Prices Index above 52.8 percent, over time, is generally consistent with an increase in the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Producer Price Index for Intermediate Materials.

In September, the seven industries that reported paying increased prices for raw materials, in order, are: Printing & Related Support Activities; Textile Mills; Plastics & Rubber Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Machinery. The six industries reporting paying decreased prices for raw materials in September, in order, are: Petroleum & Coal Products; Wood Products; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Primary Metals; Computer & Electronic Products; and Transportation Equipment.

Prices

%Higher

%Same

%Lower

Net

Index

Sep 2024

12.9

70.7

16.4

-3.5

48.3

Aug 2024

21.4

65.2

13.4

+8.0

54.0

Jul 2024

22.6

60.5

16.9

+5.7

52.9

Jun 2024

20.2

63.8

16.0

+4.2

52.1

Backlog of Orders†
ISM®‘s Backlog of Orders Index registered 44.1 percent, a gain of 0.5 percentage point compared to the August reading of 43.6 percent, indicating order backlogs contracted for the 24th consecutive month after a 27-month period of expansion. Of the six largest manufacturing industries, only Computer & Electronic Products reported expanded order backlogs in September. “The index remained in contraction in September, as contracting new orders and stable production levels versus August were insufficient to allow backlogs to significantly grow,” says Fiore.

Of the 18 manufacturing industries, two reported growth in order backlogs in September: Textile Mills; and Computer & Electronic Products. The 13 industries reporting lower backlogs in September — in the following order — are: Wood Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Plastics & Rubber Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Primary Metals; Machinery; Furniture & Related Products; Paper Products; Fabricated Metal Products; Transportation Equipment; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Chemical Products; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products.

Backlog of
Orders

%
Reporting

 

%Higher

 

%Same

 

%Lower

 

Net

 

Index

Sep 2024

92

14.5

59.1

26.4

-11.9

44.1

Aug 2024

91

13.1

61.0

25.9

-12.8

43.6

Jul 2024

91

12.9

57.5

29.6

-16.7

41.7

Jun 2024

90

10.7

61.9

27.4

-16.7

41.7

New Export Orders†
ISM®‘s New Export Orders Index registered 45.3 percent in September, down 3.3 percentage points from August’s reading of 48.6 percent. “The New Export Orders Index reading indicates that export orders contracted for a fourth month after expanding in May and contracting in April, with two straight months of expansion before that. New export orders remain sluggish as international trading partners continue to struggle with weak economies,” says Fiore.

The two industries reporting growth in new export orders in September are: Fabricated Metal Products; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products. The nine industries reporting a decrease in new export orders in September — in the following order — are: Wood Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Paper Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Transportation Equipment; Primary Metals; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Machinery; and Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components.

New Export
Orders

%
Reporting

 

%Higher

 

%Same

 

%Lower

 

Net

 

Index

Sep 2024

73

7.2

76.1

16.7

-9.5

45.3

Aug 2024

74

7.2

82.8

10.0

-2.8

48.6

Jul 2024

74

8.9

80.2

10.9

-2.0

49.0

Jun 2024

73

10.3

76.9

12.8

-2.5

48.8

Imports†
ISM®‘s Imports Index continued to indicate cooling in September; the reading of 48.3 percent is a decrease of 1.3 percentage points compared to August’s figure of 49.6 percent. “Imports contracted for the fourth month in a row after five consecutive months of expansion, preceded by 14 consecutive months of contraction. Panelists’ companies are recovering from the short-term rail issues in Canada but continue to limit their investments in inventory, as overall growth prospects remain unclear. Ocean freight costs continue to rise and access to equipment remains challenged. Inbound international freight delivery precision is a challenge due to continuing global conflict in the Red Sea and potential for a labor action on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports,” says Fiore.

The seven industries reporting an increase in import volumes in September — in the following order — are: Textile Mills; Paper Products; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Chemical Products; and Machinery. The seven industries that reported lower volumes of imports in September, in order, are: Petroleum & Coal Products; Wood Products; Primary Metals; Computer & Electronic Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Transportation Equipment; and Fabricated Metal Products.

Imports

%
Reporting

 

%Higher

 

%Same

 

%Lower

 

Net

 

Index

Sep 2024

82

10.2

76.2

13.6

-3.4

48.3

Aug 2024

84

10.1

78.9

11.0

-0.9

49.6

Jul 2024

84

9.8

77.5

12.7

-2.9

48.6

Jun 2024

83

8.7

79.6

11.7

-3.0

48.5

†The Supplier Deliveries, Customers’ Inventories, Prices, Backlog of Orders, New Export Orders, and Imports indexes do not meet the accepted criteria for seasonal adjustments.

Buying Policy
The average commitment lead time for Capital Expenditures in September was 174 days, an increase of seven days compared to August. Average lead time in September for Production Materials was 80 days, an increase of one day compared to August. Average lead time for Maintenance, Repair and Operating (MRO) Supplies was 46 days, an increase of three days compared to August.

Percent Reporting

Capital
Expenditures

Hand-to-
Mouth

30 Days

60 Days

90 Days

6 Months

1 Year+

Average
Days

Sep 2024

16

3

10

13

30

28

174

Aug 2024

16

5

11

12

30

26

167

Jul 2024

16

3

7

14

32

28

177

Jun 2024

14

3

11

14

28

30

179

Percent Reporting

Production
Materials

Hand-to-
Mouth

30 Days

60 Days

90 Days

6 Months

1 Year+

Average
Days

Sep 2024

7

26

28

27

7

5

80

Aug 2024

6

29

26

26

9

4

79

Jul 2024

7

29

25

27

8

4

77

Jun 2024

8

24

27

28

9

4

80

Percent Reporting

MRO Supplies

Hand-to-
Mouth

30 Days

60 Days

90 Days

6 Months

1 Year+

Average
Days

Sep 2024

27

37

19

11

5

1

46

Aug 2024

30

35

20

11

3

1

43

Jul 2024

28

35

19

13

4

1

46

Jun 2024

29

36

16

14

5

0

43

About This Report
DO NOT CONFUSE THIS NATIONAL REPORT with the various regional purchasing reports released across the country. The national report’s information reflects the entire U.S., while the regional reports contain primarily regional data from their local vicinities. Also, the information in the regional reports is not used in calculating the results of the national report. The information compiled in this report is for the month of September 2024.

The data presented herein is obtained from a survey of manufacturing supply executives based on information they have collected within their respective organizations. ISM® makes no representation, other than that stated within this release, regarding the individual company data collection procedures. The data should be compared to all other economic data sources when used in decision-making.

Data and Method of Presentation
The Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® is based on data compiled from purchasing and supply executives nationwide. The composition of the Manufacturing Business Survey Committee is stratified according to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) and each of the following NAICS-based industries’ contribution to gross domestic product (GDP): Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Textile Mills; Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Wood Products; Paper Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Petroleum & Coal Products; Chemical Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Primary Metals; Fabricated Metal Products; Machinery; Computer & Electronic Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Transportation Equipment; Furniture & Related Products; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing (products such as medical equipment and supplies, jewelry, sporting goods, toys and office supplies). The data are weighted based on each industry’s contribution to GDP. According to BEA estimates (the average of the fourth quarter 2022 GDP estimate and the GDP estimates for first, second, and third quarter 2023, as released on December 21, 2023), the six largest manufacturing industries are: Chemical Products; Transportation Equipment; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Computer & Electronic Products; Machinery; and Fabricated Metal Products.

Survey responses reflect the change, if any, in the current month compared to the previous month. For nine indicators (New Orders, Backlog of Orders, New Export Orders, Imports, Production, Supplier Deliveries, Inventories, Employment, and Prices), this report shows the percentage reporting each response, the net difference between the number of responses in the positive economic direction (higher, better and slower for Supplier Deliveries) and the negative economic direction (lower, worse and faster for Supplier Deliveries), and the diffusion index. For Customers’ Inventories, respondents report their assessment of their customers’ stock levels of respondent companies’ products this month (rather than last month): too high, about right, and too low. Responses are raw data and are never changed. The diffusion index includes the percent of positive responses plus one-half of those responding the same (considered positive).

The resulting single index number for those meeting the criteria for seasonal adjustments (Manufacturing PMI®, New Orders, Production, Employment and Inventories) is then seasonally adjusted to allow for the effects of repetitive intra-year variations resulting primarily from normal differences in weather conditions, various institutional arrangements, and differences attributable to non-moveable holidays. All seasonal adjustment factors are subject annually to relatively minor changes when conditions warrant them. The Manufacturing PMI® is a composite index based on the diffusion indexes of five of the indexes with equal weights: New Orders (seasonally adjusted), Production (seasonally adjusted), Employment (seasonally adjusted), Supplier Deliveries, and Inventories (seasonally adjusted).

Diffusion indexes have the properties of leading indicators and are convenient summary measures showing the prevailing direction of change and the scope of change. A Manufacturing PMI® reading above 50 percent indicates that the manufacturing economy is generally expanding; below 50 percent indicates that it is generally declining. A Manufacturing PMI® above 42.5 percent, over a period of time, indicates that the overall economy, or gross domestic product (GDP), is generally expanding; below 42.5 percent, it is generally declining. The distance from 50 percent or 42.5 percent is indicative of the extent of the expansion or decline. With some of the indicators within this report, ISM® has indicated the departure point between expansion and decline of comparable government series, as determined by regression analysis. For the Customers’ Inventories Index, numerically, a reading of 50 percent is “about right.” However, in practice and in the context of other data, customers’ inventories may be considered to be “about right” if the diffusion index is between 52 percent (the high side of about right) and 48 percent (the low side of about right).

The Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® survey is sent out to Manufacturing Business Survey Committee respondents the first part of each month. Respondents are asked to report on information for the current month for U.S. operations only. ISM® receives survey responses throughout most of any given month, with the majority of respondents generally waiting until late in the month to submit responses to give the most accurate picture of current business activity. ISM® then compiles the report for release on the first business day of the following month.

The industries reporting growth, as indicated in the Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® monthly report, are listed in the order of most growth to least growth. For the industries reporting contraction or decreases, those are listed in the order of the highest level of contraction/decrease to the least level of contraction/decrease.

Responses to Buying Policy reflect the percent reporting the current month’s lead time, the approximate weighted number of days ahead for which commitments are made for Capital Expenditures; Production Materials; and Maintenance, Repair and Operating (MRO) Supplies, expressed as hand-to-mouth (five days), 30 days, 60 days, 90 days, six months (180 days), a year or more (360 days), and the weighted average number of days. These responses are raw data, never revised, and not seasonally adjusted.

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About Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®)
Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) is the first and leading not-for-profit professional supply management organization worldwide. Its community of more than 50,000 in more than 100 countries manage about US$1 trillion in corporate and government supply chain procurement annually. Founded in 1915 by practitioners, ISM is committed to advancing the practice of supply management to drive value and competitive advantage for its members, contributing to a prosperous and sustainable world. ISM empowers and leads the profession through the ISM® Report On Business®, its highly-regarded certification and training programs, corporate services, events and assessments. The ISM® Report On Business®, Manufacturing, Services, and Hospital, are three of the most reliable economic indicators available, providing guidance to supply management professionals, economists, analysts, and government and business leaders. For more information, please visit: www.ismworld.org.

The full text version of the Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® is posted on ISM®‘s website at www.ismrob.org on the first business day* of every month after 10:00 a.m. ET. The one exception is in January when the report is released on the second business day of the month.

The next Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business® featuring October 2024 data will be released at 10:00 a.m. ET on Friday, November 1, 2024.

*Unless the New York Stock Exchange is closed.

Contact:       

Kristina Cahill


Report On Business® Analyst


ISM®, ROB/Research Manager


Tempe, Arizona


+1 480.455.5910


Email: [email protected]

SOURCE Institute for Supply Management

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Aero Design Labs recibe la aprobación para el kit de reducción de resistencia del Boeing 737-800


– Aero Design Labs recibe la aprobación de Estados Unidos y la EASA para el kit actualizado de reducción de resistencia del Boeing 737-800

FORT WORTH, Texas, 1 de octubre de 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aero Design Labs (ADL) anunció hoy que ha recibido un Certificado de Tipo Suplementario (STC) de la Administración Federal de Aviación (FAA) y la aprobación de la Agencia de Seguridad Aérea de la Unión Europea (EASA) para su kit mejorado de reducción de resistencia del Boeing 737-800 2.0.

“Estamos encantados de presentar nuestra próxima generación de kit de reducción de la resistencia aerodinámica, al que llamamos ‘ADL Kit 2.0′”, afirmó Jeff Martin, director general y consejero delegado de ADL. “El equipo de ADL ha demostrado una vez más su experiencia y compromiso con la reducción de las emisiones de carbono en la aviación a través de su proceso de mejora continua. El Kit 2.0 de próxima generación de ADL es una evolución de nuestros diseños originales y cumple con los estrictos requisitos basados en los valiosos comentarios de nuestros socios de lanzamiento. Con nuestra nueva aprobación de la EASA, ahora podemos ofrecer nuestros kits de reducción de emisiones de carbono a nuevos clientes de aerolíneas de la UE”.

El ADL Kit 2.0 ofrece nuevos beneficios y reduce significativamente el tiempo de instalación, lo que permite reducir el tiempo fuera de servicio para la conversión, al tiempo que genera importantes ahorros de combustible y reduce las emisiones de carbono en la popular variante Boeing 737-800. Según los comentarios de las aerolíneas asociadas, se prevé que se pueda instalar un kit de la noche a la mañana, lo que minimizará el crítico tiempo fuera de servicio para las aerolíneas.

“Como ejecutivo de operaciones de una aerolínea, comprendo la necesidad de que las aerolíneas reduzcan su huella de carbono, ahorren combustible y minimicen el tiempo que los aviones permanecen fuera de servicio para realizar las modificaciones”, destacó David Campbell, director de operaciones de ADL. “ADL Kit 2.0 ofrece una mejor rentabilidad y un período de amortización más corto, lo que ayuda a las aerolíneas a ahorrar combustible y reducir las emisiones de carbono, incluidos sus compromisos de reducción de carbono de IATA CORSIA”.

“En nombre del equipo de ADL, agradecemos a ALOFT AeroArchitects, NORDAM, AAR Corp y a las numerosas aerolíneas asociadas que nos han ayudado en este viaje”, concluyó Jeff Martin. “Sus comentarios y contribuciones a nuestros esfuerzos de ingeniería y compromisos conjuntos para reducir las emisiones de carbono de la aviación son inestimables”.

Acerca de Aero Design Labs L.L.C.

Fundada en 2015, Aero Design Labs (ADL) es líder en la investigación, el desarrollo y la instalación de sistemas de reducción de la resistencia aerodinámica para flotas de aerolíneas de todo el mundo. Las modificaciones que realiza ADL a las flotas existentes de las aerolíneas pueden generar ahorros de combustible, extender la longevidad de la flota y evitar que miles de millones de libras de CO2 entren a la atmósfera.

Consultas de medios: Richard Bartrem [email protected]

Consultas de ventas: David Campbell [email protected]

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CELEBRATING SONGKET IN THE UNITED STATES


WASHINGTON, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Songket, Malaysia’s prized traditional textile, will take center stage at the Malaysia Day celebrations at the Embassy in Washington, D.C.

In an effort to showcase the beauty of the handwoven Songket to a global audience, the Embassy has organized an exciting program for an event called Songket Malaysia Day. This event will feature an exhibition, a fashion show, and demonstrations of Songket weaving.

Ambassador of Malaysia to the United States, His Excellency Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz
Ambassador of Malaysia to the United States, His Excellency Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz

The Ambassador of Malaysia to the United States, His Excellency Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz, stated that he specifically chose to promote Songket to mark the 61st Malaysia Day so that guests would have the opportunity to appreciate the artistry of this luxurious handicraft.

This initiative is undoubtedly inspired by UNESCO’s recognition of Malaysian Songket. In 2021, UNESCO included Songket in its Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity List to be safeguarded.

“Besides honoring our heritage, I also wish to promote cultural exchange and understanding between Malaysia and the United States,” said Nazri Aziz. “My hope is that it will attract global interest in our traditional textiles and facilitate their entry into a wider market.”

The two-week celebration will commence with The Magnificent Golden Threads of Songket Fashion Show and the official launch of Songket Malaysia Day Exhibition on October 10th, followed by a reception for invited guests at the Malaysian Embassy. His Royal Highness Tengku Muhammad Fakry Petra ibni Almarhum Sultan Muhammad Petra, the Crown Prince of Kelantan, Malaysia, will also be present to officiate and support Songket Malaysia in Washington, D.C.

The fashion show will feature creations by renowned Malaysian designer Sharifah Kirana and emerging young designer Zachrin Jaafars. The collections will embody the exquisite patterns and rich hues of Songket. Their designs celebrate traditional craftsmanship while emanating a regal sophistication, offering a distinguished and elegant reinterpretation of this timeless textile.

Songket textiles from Malaysia’s National Textiles Museum will also be on display. Several artists and artisans will be flown to Washington for the launch. Among them is Adiguru Hajah Kelthom Hussein, the proprietor of Che Minah Songket, who will demonstrate the art of Songket weaving. The exhibition will be open to the public from October 11 to 25, 2024.

Furthermore, art enthusiasts will have the opportunity to experience a live demonstration of mural painting by artist Dani Omar, who works with mixed media. His Songket-inspired paintings, including hyper realistic works that bring Songket to life, and Sharifah Kirana’s sustainable masterpieces using remnants from her collections will also be on exhibit.

“My heart brims with pride at the sight of the Malaysian Songket being displayed for the world to see. I encourage everyone to visit the exhibition and experience the rich tapestry of our traditional fabric,” said Nazri Aziz.

Prior to the exhibition, a one-hour hybrid lecture and presentation on Songket will be held on October 3, 2024, at George Washington University (GWU). The Embassy will open its doors to the public for the exhibition at 3516 International Court, N.W., Washington, D.C., from October 11 to 25, 2024, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

SOURCE Embassy of Malaysia, Washington, D.C.

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Slotomania Extends Exclusive “Let’s Make a Deal” Partnership with An Opportunity for Fans to Win Big!


Fans can spin, win, and deal their way through in-game excitement and a special sponsorship of the Big Deal of the Day in “Let’s Make a Deal” Episodes throughout October.

HERZLIYA, Israel, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Slotomania, the world’s #1 free-to-play slots game from Playtika, is excited to announce an extended collaboration with the hit game show “Let’s Make a Deal.” From October 1 to October 24, 2024, Slotomania will sponsor The Big Deal of the Day round on “Let’s Make a Deal,” offering lucky contestants the chance to win big with even more exciting prizes in the ultimate showdown of chance, luck, and fun.

Amnon Calev, Executive General Manager of Slotomania, said:
“We’re elated to bring Slotomania’s excitement back to ‘Let’s Make a Deal’ fans. The Big Deal of the Day is an iconic end game that gives contestants and viewers an experience similar to the thrill of a jackpot winning moment. This collaboration aligns perfectly with Slotomania’s belief to deliver joy and big wins to players, whether in-game or on-air.”

In addition to sponsoring the show’s Big Deal of the Day, the Slotomania game will feature “Let’s Make a Deal” branded wild reels and huge jackpots! To capture the thrill of the TV show, Slotomania will incorporate the iconic “Let’s Make a Deal” prize reveals, where players can choose a door of their own to win in-game rewards and bonuses. Slotomania also offers a special bonus for new players – download Slotomania and receive 60 free spins on the “Let’s Make a Deal” slot, along with 1,000,000 free coins as a welcome bonus!

Kat Torina, VP of Partnership Solutions at Fremantle:
“The continued partnership with Slotomania creates fun and excitement by combining the best of gaming and television entertainment. The Big Deal of the Day creates unforgettable moments on ‘Let’s Make a Deal’ and now has the same opportunity to create these same moments in the mobile gaming world.”

Back in May of 2024 Slotomania and “Let’s Make a Deal” gifted three brand new cars to players and with this renewed partnership, they are doubling down to surprise and delight fans. The collaboration is a testament to the magic of combining the best of gaming and television entertainment to provide new and engaging ways for players and viewers to participate.

Tune in to “Let’s Make a Deal” from October 1 to October 24 for a chance to see Slotomania’s Big Deal of the Day sponsored episodes. And be sure to download Slotomania for free in the App Store or Google Play store and get spinning!

About Slotomania
Slotomania is the world’s #1 free-to-play slots game from Playtika LTD, which is a subsidiary of Playtika Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: PLTK). Slotomania features a huge variety of free-to-play slot games with high-end design & graphics, top-of-the-line sound effects, and multiple variations of minigames to choose from. With new slot releases every month & the biggest slot lovers’ community in the world, Slotomania is considered by many to be the ultimate free slots experience. Slotomania games are available on the web, Facebook, iPhone, iPad, Android, Amazon and Windows Phone. Although it has Vegas-style slot machines, there are no cash prizes and Slotomania’s focus is on exhilarating gameplay and fostering a global player community. Slotomania aims to provide fun & excitement to all its users.

About “Let’s Make A Deal”™
“Let’s Make A Deal” originally premiered on daytime TV in 1963. Since then, “Let’s Make A Deal” has had over 14,000 contestants trade away prizes in hand for a chance at what’s behind the curtain only to walk away with an even better prize or the dreaded Zonk!

“Let’s Make A Deal” is currently hosted by Emmy Award winner Wayne Brady, also features announcer Jonathan Mangum, model Tiffany Coyne and musical director Cat Gray and is the show where you never know what’s going to happen. In addition to the talented cast, the other part of the show that makes it unique is that all contestants dress in costumes to increase their chances of standing out. This latest version of “Let’s Make A Deal” has received 29 Daytime Emmy Nominations, with three wins including one for Brady as Outstanding Game Show host.

“Let’s Make A Deal” is produced by Fremantle and broadcast weekdays on CBS. John Quinn is the executive producer.

About Playtika® Holding Corp.
Playtika Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: PLTK) is a mobile gaming entertainment and technology market leader with a portfolio of multiple game titles. Founded in 2010, Playtika was among the first to offer free-to-play social games on social networks and, shortly after, on mobile platforms. Headquartered in Herzliya, Israel, and guided by a mission to entertain the world through infinite ways to play, Playtika has employees across offices worldwide.

*According to data.ai, Slotomania is the #1 free–to-play slots game by monthly worldwide downloads across iOS and Google Play and by average smartphone monthly active users (last 12 months).

SOURCE Playtika Holding Corp

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Life Flight Network & Spectrum Aeromed Elevate Patient Care with Installation of Liquid Oxygen in Pilatus PC-12 Aircraft


The completion of this project marks the first of its kind for this oxygen configuration to receive Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval, where an applicant must receive FAA approval to modify an original aeronautical design. Thanks to Spectrum Aeromed’s superior engineering and navigation of this aircraft modification approval process, Life Flight Network’s first LOX capable Pilatus PC-12 was delivered on September 27th.

“This collaboration with Spectrum Aeromed exemplifies our unwavering dedication to continuously improving the level of care we provide to our patients,” said Casey Seckel, chief clinical officer at Life Flight Network. “The addition of liquid oxygen capabilities in our Pilatus PC-12 aircraft marks a significant milestone in our mission to serve communities across the region, allowing for extended duration of use, and greater portability and accessibility. The addition of this resource more than triples the carrying capacity for oxygen, a vital resource for our critically ill and injured patients.”

Life Flight Network and Spectrum Aeromed have a long-standing partnership, centered around Spectrum Aeromed’s ability to deliver high-quality, innovative air ambulance equipment and customized installations. This new liquid oxygen system marks a collaborative achievement between Life Flight Network and Spectrum Aeromed, benefiting Life Flight Network’s critical air medical patients requiring oxygen during extended fixed-wing transports. Additionally, Spectrum Aeromed’s space saving design maximizes efficiency without compromising oxygen capacity, unlike previous methods for providing additional oxygen in flight.

“The integration of our dedicated interior, including the revolutionary Liquid Oxygen (LOX) technology, into the Pilatus PC-12 not only enhances operational efficiency but also significantly improves patient care capabilities,” says Matthew Christenson, VP Account Executive at Spectrum Aeromed. “This solution, particularly the LOX system, exemplifies our commitment to innovation, offering unparalleled space and weight savings. A single 5-Liter LOX orb, for instance, drastically reduces weight while providing a continuous oxygen supply, enabling longer missions.”

Life Flight Network intends to outfit their entire fleet of Pilatus PC-12’s with liquid oxygen in the coming years; yet another example of the not-for-profit’s continued reinvestment in its fleet, staff, and community. To retrofit the entire fleet will be costly and the organization warmly welcomes community support through the Life Flight Network Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2009 to provide critical financial support to their mission services. Those interested in learning more or donating can visit www.lifeflight.org/foundation.

ABOUT LIFE FLIGHT NETWORK
Life Flight Network exists to fulfill its mission of saving lives through industry leading care and transport. It is the largest not-for-profit air medical service in the United States and is accredited by national and international accrediting bodies for safety, operations, and clinical excellence. Life Flight Network maintains its own FAA Part 135 Operating Certificate, offering ICU-level care during air and ground transport across the Pacific Northwest and Intermountain West. Headquartered in Aurora, Oregon, Life Flight Network is owned by a consortium of Legacy Health, Oregon Health and Science University, Providence Health and Services, and Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center. It was named the 2021 Program of the Year by the Association for Air Medical Services. For more information about Life Flight Network or to become a member, visit www.lifeflight.org.

ABOUT SPECTRUM AEROMED
Spectrum Aeromed is a global leader in the design and production of air ambulance equipment and medical interiors. With a focus on quality, reliability, and customer service, Spectrum Aeromed provides comprehensive solutions that save lives and enhance the capabilities of medical air transport teams worldwide. The company’s innovative products are utilized by a diverse clientele, including government and private entities, ensuring that patients receive the care they need. For more information about Spectrum Aeromed and its services, please visit Spectrum-Aeromed.com.

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Aero Design Labs erhält US-amerikanische- und EASA-Zulassung für aktualisiertes Boeing 737-800 Luftwiderstandsreduzierungskit


FORT WORTH, Texas, 1. Oktober 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aero Design Labs (ADL) gab heute bekannt, dass es von der Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) eine ergänzende Musterzulassung (STC) und von der European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) eine Zulassung für sein verbessertes Boeing 737-800 Luftwiderstandsreduzierungskit 2.0 erhalten hat.

„Wir freuen uns, unsere nächste Generation des Luftwiderstandsreduzierungs-Kits vorstellen zu können, das ,ADL Kit 2.0′”, sagte Jeff Martin, Präsident und Geschäftsführer von ADL. „Das ADL-Team hat durch seinen kontinuierlichen Verbesserungsprozess einmal mehr sein Fachwissen und sein Engagement für die Reduzierung des Kohlenstoffausstoßes in der Luftfahrt unter Beweis gestellt. Das ADL-Kit 2.0 der nächsten Generation ist eine Weiterentwicklung unserer ursprünglichen Entwürfe und erfüllt die strengen Anforderungen, die auf dem wertvollen Feedback unserer Launch-Partner basieren. Mit unserer neuen EASA-Zulassung können wir unsere Kits zur Kohlenstoffreduzierung nun auch neuen EU-Fluggesellschaften anbieten.”

Das ADL-Kit 2.0 bietet neue Vorteile und verkürzt die Installationszeit erheblich, was zu kürzeren Ausfallzeiten bei der Umrüstung führt und gleichzeitig erhebliche Treibstoffeinsparungen und geringere Kohlenstoffemissionen bei der beliebten Boeing 737-800 ermöglicht. Auf der Grundlage von Rückmeldungen von Airline-Partnern wird davon ausgegangen, dass ein Kit über Nacht installiert werden kann, was die kritischen Ausfallzeiten für die Fluggesellschaften minimiert.

„Als früherer Betriebsleiter einer Fluggesellschaft weiß ich, wie wichtig es für Fluggesellschaften ist, ihren CO2-Fußabdruck zu verringern, Treibstoff zu sparen und die Ausfallzeiten der Flugzeuge durch Modifikationen zu minimieren”, sagte David Campbell, Betriebsleiter von ADL. „Das ADL Kit 2.0 bietet eine bessere Wirtschaftlichkeit und eine kürzere Amortisationszeit und unterstützt die Fluggesellschaften bei der Treibstoffeinsparung und der Reduzierung des CO2-Ausstoßes, einschließlich ihrer IATA CORSIA-Zusagen zur Reduzierung des CO2-Ausstoßes.”

„Im Namen des ADL-Teams danken wir ALOFT AeroArchitects, NORDAM, AAR Corp. und den vielen Airline-Partnern, die uns auf dieser Reise unterstützt haben”, so Jeff Martin abschließend. „Ihr Feedback und ihre Beiträge zu unseren technischen Bemühungen und unserem gemeinsamen Engagement für die Reduzierung der Kohlenstoffemissionen im Luftverkehr sind von unschätzbarem Wert.”

Informationen zu Aero Design Labs L.L.C.

Das 2015 gegründete Unternehmen Aero Design Labs (ADL) ist führend in der Forschung, Entwicklung und Installation von Systemen zur Verringerung des Luftwiderstands für Flugzeugflotten auf der ganzen Welt. Die Umrüstung der bestehenden Flotten von Fluggesellschaften auf die ADL-Technologie kann zu Kraftstoffeinsparungen führen, die Lebensdauer der Flotte verlängern und potenziell den Ausstoß von Milliarden Pfund CO2 in die Atmosphäre verhindern. 

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Vertriebsanfragen: David Campbell [email protected]

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Aero Design Labs reçoit l’approbation des États-Unis et de l’EASA pour le kit amélioré du système de réduction de la traînée pour le Boeing 737-800 USA – Français USA – English USA – English USA – Deutsch


FORT WORTH, Texas, 1er octobre 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aero Design Labs (ADL) a annoncé aujourd’hui avoir reçu un certificat de type supplémentaire (STC) de la Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) et l’approbation de l’Agence de l’Union européenne pour la sécurité aérienne (EASA) pour son Kit 2.0 amélioré du système de réduction de la traînée pour le Boeing 737-800.

« Nous sommes ravis de présenter notre nouvelle génération du kit de réduction de la traînée, que nous appelons « Kit 2.0 d’ADL » », a déclaré Jeff Martin, président-directeur général d’ADL. « L’équipe d’ADL a une fois de plus démontré son expertise et son engagement en faveur de la réduction des émissions de carbone dans le secteur de l’aviation par le biais de son processus d’amélioration continue. La nouvelle génération du Kit 2.0 d’ADL est une évolution de nos conceptions originales, qui répond aux exigences rigoureuses basées sur les précieux commentaires de nos partenaires de lancement. Grâce à notre nouvelle approbation de l’EASA, nous pouvons désormais proposer nos kits de réduction des émissions de carbone à de nouvelles compagnies aériennes clientes de l’UE ».

Le Kit 2.0 d’ADL offre de nouveaux avantages et réduit considérablement le temps d’installation, ce qui permet de raccourcir la durée d’immobilisation pour la conversion tout en générant des économies de carburant significatives et une réduction des émissions de carbone sur la variante la plus répandue du Boeing 737-800. D’après les retours des compagnies aériennes partenaires, il est prévu qu’un kit puisse être installé du jour au lendemain, ce qui réduira au minimum le temps d’immobilisation critique pour les compagnies aériennes.

« Ayant occupé un poste de cadre opérationnel dans une compagnie aérienne, je comprends la nécessité pour les compagnies aériennes de réduire leur empreinte carbone, d’économiser du carburant et de raccourcir le temps d’immobilisation des avions nécessaire pour la modification », a affirmé David Campbell, directeur de l’exploitation d’ADL. « Le Kit 2.0 d’ADL offre une meilleure rentabilité et une période d’amortissement plus courte, permettant ainsi aux compagnies aériennes de réaliser des économies de carburant et de réduire leurs émissions de carbone, conformément aux engagements de réduction des émissions de carbone pris dans le cadre de l’accord CORSIA de l’IATA. »

« Au nom de l’équipe ADL, nous remercions ALOFT AeroArchitects, NORDAM, AAR Corp et les nombreuses compagnies aériennes partenaires qui nous ont aidés dans cette aventure », a conclu Jeff Martin. « Leurs commentaires et leurs contributions à nos efforts d’ingénierie et à nos engagements communs en faveur de la réduction des émissions de carbone dans le secteur de l’aviation sont inestimables. »

À propos d’Aero Design Labs L.L.C.

Fondé en 2015, Aero Design Labs (ADL) est un chef de file dans la recherche, le développement et l’installation de systèmes de réduction de la traînée pour les flottes aériennes du monde entier. Les modifications apportées par ADL aux flottes existantes des compagnies aériennes peuvent se traduire par des économies de carburant, l’accroissement de la longévité des flottes et la suppression potentielle de milliards de livres de CO2 dans l’atmosphère. 

Demandes de renseignements des médias : Richard Bartrem [email protected]

Demandes de renseignement sur les ventes : David Campbell [email protected]

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