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CAE Inc. operates at the intersection of aviation, defence, and healthcare training markets, generating news across contract awards, financial performance, facility expansions, and strategic partnerships. As the operator of the world's largest civil aviation training network, CAE's business developments provide insight into global airline training demand, defence procurement cycles, and healthcare education trends.
CAE's news coverage typically includes major training contract announcements with airlines and military organizations, quarterly financial results revealing performance across its civil aviation, defence, and healthcare segments, and expansions of its global training center footprint. The company's position as a primary supplier to both commercial aviation and defence sectors means its contract wins often signal broader industry activity, such as fleet expansion programs or military modernization initiatives.
For investors tracking CAE, the news feed captures several critical business indicators. Training contract awards demonstrate the company's competitive position in securing long-term customer relationships. Facility openings and simulator deliveries reflect capital deployment and capacity expansion to meet customer demand. Partnership announcements with aircraft manufacturers and airlines indicate strategic positioning within the aviation ecosystem. Financial results provide transparency into how the company's diversified business model performs across economic cycles, with civil aviation and defence often showing different demand patterns.
The company's news also encompasses product launches of new simulation technologies, healthcare training solutions, and digital training platforms that represent CAE's ongoing investment in its core competencies. Investors focused on the training and simulation sector monitor CAE's announcements for indicators of market health, competitive dynamics, and technological evolution within the industry.
CAE partners with Jaunt Air Mobility to provide certification support for the all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the Journey. The agreement includes developing an aircraft systems integration lab in Montreal, aiming for certification initiation in 2023 and expected entry-in-service by early 2027. CAE will leverage its extensive simulation expertise to enhance design and reduce testing time, thereby minimizing risks and managing development costs.
CAE has appointed Mary Lou Maher as a new member of its Board of Directors. Ms. Maher brings over 35 years of experience in finance, risk management, and human resources. Previously, she served as KPMG Canada's Managing Partner for Quality and Risk and Global Head of Inclusion and Diversity. Her achievements include creating KPMG Canada's National Diversity Council and receiving multiple awards for her work in diversity and inclusion. CAE is a leading high-technology company providing solutions across various sectors, with a significant portion of its revenue being recurring.
CAE Inc. announced the closing of its public offering, issuing a total of 10,454,545 common shares at US$27.50 per share, yielding gross proceeds of approximately US$287 million. The offering included an over-allotment option fully exercised by underwriters. Proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of L3Harris Technologies' Military Training business, with the remainder sourced from previous placements and available liquidities. If the acquisition does not close, funds will be used for general corporate needs. The offering was led by a syndicate including Goldman Sachs and TD Securities.
CAE announced the pricing of its public offering of common shares at US$27.50 per share, aiming for gross proceeds of US$250 million, with a 15% over-allotment option. The funds will partially finance the acquisition of L3Harris Technologies' Military Training business. The offering includes 9,090,909 shares and is expected to close on March 12, 2021, subject to customary conditions. If the acquisition does not close, proceeds will support general corporate purposes, including future growth opportunities.
CAE Inc. announced a public offering of common shares aiming for gross proceeds of approximately US$250 million, with a potential 15% over-allotment option. The proceeds will partially fund the acquisition of L3Harris Technologies' Military Training business. The offering, managed by a syndicate led by Goldman Sachs, TD Securities, RBC Capital Markets, and Scotia Capital, is subject to market conditions and regulatory approvals. CAE plans to invest the net proceeds in short-term, investment-grade instruments or use them for general corporate purposes if the acquisition does not close.
CAE announced the completion of a private placement of subscription receipts valued at C$700 million (approx. US$550 million) to Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and GIC Private Limited. The proceeds will fund a portion of the acquisition of L3Harris Technologies' Military Training business. Each receipt converts into a common share of CAE upon closing, expected in the second half of 2021, pending regulatory approvals. The securities are not registered in the U.S. or Canada.
Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) has announced a CA$475 million investment in CAE, a leading provider in training solutions. This funding will facilitate CAE's acquisition of L3Harris Technologies' defense training and simulation business. Following this acquisition, CDPQ is set to become CAE's largest shareholder. The deal is strategic for CAE, enhancing its role in the defense sector while solidifying its leadership in civil aviation and healthcare. GIC Private Limited is also contributing with a CA$225 million investment.
CAE has announced a definitive agreement to acquire L3Harris’ Military Training business for US$1.05 billion, aiming to enhance its military training capabilities in the US. The acquisition, expected to close in the second half of 2021, is projected to bring low-teens percentage EPS accretion in the first full year, along with annual cost synergies between C$35 million and C$45 million. This strategic move will expand CAE's offerings across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.
CAE reported third-quarter fiscal 2021 revenue of $832.4 million, an 18% increase from the second quarter but a 10% decline year-over-year. EPS reached $0.18, a significant recovery from a loss last quarter, yet down 51% from last year. Operating profit was $82.9 million, down 46% from last year. CAE made three acquisitions and raised $495.3 million through equity offerings to enhance its market position. Despite a solid backlog of $7.8 billion, the ongoing pandemic continues to hinder commercial aviation recovery, impacting future revenue and performance.
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