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GE Aerospace, a segment of General Electric Company (NYSE: GE), is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of aircraft engines. Founded in 1892 and headquartered in Boston, GE has a rich history tied to American inventor Thomas Edison. While GE operates in multiple industries including power, renewable energy, digital industry, and additive manufacturing, GE Aerospace remains its core business.
With nearly 70,000 commercial and military engines installed worldwide, GE Aerospace generates significant revenue from the recurring service and maintenance of these engines. The company's partnership with Safran in their CFM joint venture further solidifies its leadership in aerospace propulsion.
Recent achievements for GE Aerospace include significant deals and technological advancements. Notably, GE Aerospace retained its portfolio of intellectual property related to aerospace and defense technologies after a definitive agreement with Dolby Laboratories to acquire GE Licensing. This acquisition, valued at $429 million and expected to close by the end of fiscal year 2024, highlights GE Aerospace's focus on its core aerospace and defense markets.
In another major development, GE Vernova's Onshore Wind business, a part of GE's power and renewable energy segment, announced a landmark deal with Pattern Energy. This deal involves the supply of 674 wind turbines for the SunZia Wind project, set to be the largest wind project in the Western Hemisphere. This project is a testament to GE's commitment to renewable energy and showcases its ability to deliver large-scale, high-efficiency projects.
Moreover, GE Aerospace continues to innovate with products like the 3.6-154 wind turbine, which incorporates advanced AI-trained blade manufacturing processes. This turbine is built to meet U.S. market needs and is part of GE's strategy to drive quality and reliability across its fleet.
Financially, GE Aerospace is robust, leveraging its longstanding expertise and extensive global network to maintain a strong market position. The company's continuous investments in technology, such as the new manufacturing assembly line for its Onshore Wind business in Schenectady, New York, reflect its commitment to enhancing American manufacturing and supporting climate change goals.
GE Aerospace's mission to define the future of flight and bring innovative solutions to the aerospace and defense sectors is backed by its substantial workforce of 52,000 employees globally. The company's operations aim to provide affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy solutions, reinforcing its leadership in the industry.
The Board of Directors of GE has declared a dividend of $0.01 per share on its outstanding common stock. This dividend will be payable on July 26, 2021, to shareholders on record as of the close of business on June 28, 2021. The ex-dividend date is set for June 25, 2021. This move indicates the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders amidst ongoing operations.
GE Aviation and Safran have launched the CFM RISE program, targeting over 20% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions for future engines. The initiative aims for engines to enter service by the mid-2030s, ensuring compatibility with alternative fuels like Sustainable Aviation Fuels and hydrogen. The companies have also renewed their CFM International partnership until 2050, reaffirming their commitment to sustainable aviation. The program will leverage advanced technologies, such as hybrid electric systems and composite materials, aiming to revolutionize engine efficiency.
GE Digital has announced the implementation of its Smallworld Physical Network Inventory (PNI) by National Broadband Ireland (NBI) for the National Broadband Plan (NBP). This initiative aims to provide high-speed broadband to over 1.1 million people across 544,000 homes in rural Ireland, marking one of the largest telecommunications projects in Irish history. The Smallworld PNI will streamline network operations and management, covering 96% of the country’s land mass with 146,000 km of fiber deployed. GE Digital emphasizes the critical need for reliable internet services, especially in today's remote working environment.
GE (NYSE:GE) has announced the pricing for its offers to purchase various debt securities totaling up to $2.7 billion and $3.9 billion from GE Capital and GE Company, respectively. The Tender Offers include the Any and All Notes, Capital Notes, and Company Notes, with participation cut-off dates set. Over the early participation period, the maximum amounts for both GE Capital and GE Company Notes were reached, leading to no further tenders being accepted. The early payment date is expected around June 9, 2021, and the expiration date for these offers is set for June 21, 2021.
GE (NYSE:GE) has disclosed results for its recent debt securities tender offers, aimed at enhancing liquidity and managing capital structure. The offers include up to $2.73 billion of GE Capital Notes and up to $3.91 billion of GE Company Notes. Notably, cumulative tenders exceeded amounts offered, leading to a proration factor of about 86.6% for certain GE Capital Notes. The Early Participation Date was June 7, 2021, with the Early Payment Date expected on June 9, 2021. The expiration for the offers is set for June 21, 2021.
GE Healthcare is partnering with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) to advance digital health innovation in cardiology. This collaboration aims to leverage AI and digital technology to enhance patient care pathways for conditions like atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease. The ACC's Consortium will unite diverse stakeholders to build a roadmap for AI integration in healthcare, with GE contributing its Edison platform, which serves as a foundation for AI applications in cardiovascular care.
GE (NYSE:GE) has announced its tender offers to purchase debt securities, including the 'Any and All Notes' and 'Capital Notes' with a maximum aggregate purchase price of up to $1,000,000,000 each. The offers aim to reduce leverage in line with GE's strategic objectives. Key deadlines include the Early Participation Date on June 7, 2021, and the Expiration Date on June 21, 2021. Accepted notes will be retired, reducing GE's outstanding obligations and potentially strengthening its financial position.
GE (NYSE:GE) has announced multiple cash offers to purchase its debt securities, including the Any and All Tender Offer for $2.865 billion, Capital Notes Tender Offer and Company Notes Tender Offer, each capped at $1 billion. These offers aim to reduce leverage by retiring outstanding debt. The tender offers commence on May 24, 2021, with various critical dates including early participation and expiration dates. The Total Consideration will vary for each series of notes and will include accrued interest. GE reserves the right to amend or terminate the offers at its discretion.
GE Digital has been recognized in the top four for critical capabilities in the 2021 Gartner Critical Capabilities for Manufacturing Execution Systems report. The company’s flagship software, Proficy Plant Applications, enhances operations management across various manufacturing sectors. Developed over 25 years, it integrates data management and production processes to optimize performance and reduce costs. This recognition underscores GE Digital's commitment to providing innovative industrial software that meets diverse manufacturing needs.
Current Lighting Solutions and GE have signed a collaboration agreement focused on Potassium Fluorosilicate (PFS/KSF) phosphor for MiniLED and MicroLED applications. This partnership aims to enhance next-generation display technologies, building on their established relationship in phosphor development. Bill Cohen from Current emphasizes the innovation potential, while Patrick Patnode from GE highlights customer benefits. Both companies will leverage each other's expertise to bring phosphor innovations to market effectively.