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RTX’s Pratt & Whitney announces further capacity expansion at Singapore Manufacturing Facility

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Investment to significantly increase the facility’s output yield of turbine disks and headcount

SINGAPORE, Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — (Singapore Airshow) — Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, today announced a $20 million investment to grow its manufacturing capacity in Singapore for the production of Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine high pressure turbine (HPT) disks. The capacity expansion is expected to increase the facility’s workforce by more than 10% over the next two years.

Pratt & Whitney’s Singapore facility currently produces 2,400 turbine disks annually, and the expansion is expected to increase annual output yield of the disks by approximately 45% by January 2026. The expansion will also improve the facility’s capacity to intake raw materials, maintain inventory, and keep production and deliveries on schedule.

“This is a critical expansion to enable us to keep pace with the fleet of GTF engines and high-pressure turbine disks. With this latest development we are focused on automation and connectivity as part of our commitment to Industry 4.0 principles that aim to enhance operational efficiency and productivity,” said Marc Paquet, general manager for P&W NGPF Manufacturing Company Singapore Pte Ltd.

Pratt & Whitney’s Singapore manufacturing facility achieved full operational capability in June 2023, and plays a key role in the company’s production of critical components for the GTF™ engine family. The facility uses wall-to-wall closed-door machining and actively integrates the latest technology and automation into the manufacturing process.

The 20,500 square meter facility produces hybrid metallic fan blades and highly complex turbine components. The Singapore facility, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Hanwha Aerospace Co., Ltd., is the second Pratt & Whitney fan blade and HPT disk production facility in the world, playing a critical role in supporting customer needs in Asia Pacific and beyond.

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

RTX is the world’s largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2023 sales of $68.9 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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STOCKHOLM, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) announces that Odense University Hospital (OUH), which is part of the South Denmark Region, has placed an order for RayStation®*.

The radiotherapy center at OUH is known for being at the forefront of automated solutions to provide high-quality care in an efficient way, including the ability to automatically generate treatment plans.

With the introduction of RayStation, the clinic is now taking the next step by further developing automation to cover all aspects of the treatment planning process-from initial planning to finalized treatment plans. RayStation was chosen after an extensive evaluation of the market, where the decisive factor was to find a system that would enable OUH to continue developing new automated methods.

RaySearch has had a strong focus on automation for a long time. RayStation offers several approaches for automated planning, both using machine learning techniques but also more conventional automated planning algorithms. In the upcoming version of RayStation, a new algorithm for automated optimization, which is still under development and led by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the US, will be included. The objective of the implementation project at Odense’s radiotherapy center is to analyze the advantages of different auto-planning approaches and to clinically apply the approach that is best suited for each tumor site.

Henrik Robenhagen Jensen, Chief Physicist, Odense University Hospital: “Odense University Hospital has long been dedicated to enhancing the quality of treatment planning, with a strong research focus on improving outcomes for cancer patients through state-of-the-art radiotherapy technologies. We are excited to begin our collaboration with RaySearch, which we see as a significant step forward. This partnership holds great promise for advancing automated treatment planning, with a clear emphasis on quality, efficiency, and the optimal use of clinical resources.”

Johan Löf, founder and CEO, RaySearch: “We have long been committed to increasing the degree of automation in RayStation. We are therefore particularly pleased that Odense University Hospital has chosen RayStation primarily based on this functionality. I am convinced that we will meet the center’s requirements for automation and look forward to their feedback and a fruitful cooperation.”

The order value is DKK 10.5 million (approximately SEK 15.4 million), excluding service contract, of which the majority will be recognized as revenue in the first quarter of 2025.

* Subject to regulatory clearance in some markets.

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Johan Löf, founder and CEO, RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ)
Telephone: +46 (0) 8 510 530 00
johan.lof@raysearchlabs.com 

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DeepRoute.ai and Volcano Engine Partner to Accelerate AI-Driven Vehicle Innovation

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SHANGHAI, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — DeepRoute.ai, a pioneer in developing and deploying end-to-end smart driving solutions, today announced a partnership with Volcano Engine, a cloud and AI service platform, during Auto Shanghai 2025.

The two companies will collaborate to accelerate the development of AI vehicles by integrating advanced large language models, smart driving systems, and cloud computing infrastructure. As part of the partnership, Volcano Engine will provide high-performance computing support to DeepRoute.ai, boosting training efficiency for the Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model evolution.

“Computing power, data, and algorithms are the three engines behind VLA’s evolution,” said Maxwell Zhou, CEO of DeepRoute.ai. “With enhanced compute from Volcano Engine and our closed-loop data system, we are accelerating iteration. Algorithm innovation remains our core strength.”

Designed for versatility, DeepRoute.ai VLA model supports both camera-only solution and LiDAR-camera fusion configurations, compatible with various automotive computing platforms. Multiple AI vehicle models integrated with DeepRoute.ai’s VLA model are set to release in 2025.

Liwei Yang, General Manager of Volcano Engine Automotive and Head of the Institute of Intelligent Mobility and Embodied AI, also expressed his confidence in the collaboration and strong anticipation for DeepRoute.ai’s VLA model to enter the market soon.

This advanced system excels in long-context understanding, analyzing driving scenarios over extended time frames of up to dozen seconds. It provides step-by-step explanations of its decision-making process, offering insights into its surroundings, predictions and planned actions. By enhancing both performance and transparency, the VLA model fosters greater trust in smart driving technology.

“To reach full autonomy, AI systems must evolve like human intelligence — from generalists to specialists,” Zhou added. “VLA is the generalist foundation of smart driving and stands as one of the most promising paths toward fully autonomous driving.”

At Auto Shanghai 2025, DeepRoute.ai is showcasing its latest smart driving advancements, the VLA model and RoadAGI strategy at exhibition booth 8BD012. CEO Maxwell Zhou is also attending the panel on the stage, sharing insights into the company’s vision for expanding AI-driven mobility.

About DeepRoute.ai

DeepRoute.ai is an artificial intelligence company dedicated to the research, development and application of smart driving solutions. Being the first to develop production-ready smart driving solutions and a pioneer in deploying end-to-end architecture, DeepRotue.ai aims to create artificial general intelligence in robotics through mass-produced passenger vehicles.

DeepRoute.ai is headquartered in Shenzhen, with offices in Beijing and Fremont, California. For more information, visit deeproute.ai, follow DeepRoute.ai on LinkedIn, and X, and subscribe to DeepRoute.ai on YouTube.

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Earth Day 2025: POWERCHINA Powers the Planet by Advancing Global Water Sustainability, Environmental Protection, and Livelihoods

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BEIJING, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Power Construction Corporation of China (“POWERCHINA” or “the Company”) is helping to power the planet this Earth Day 2025, themed Our Power, Our Planet™. The Company has advanced sustainable development goals and clean resource supply through global water resource projects. From the world’s largest reverse osmosis desalination plant in the Middle East to water conservation initiatives in Angola and Benin that improve livelihoods, POWERCHINA is taking action to support global water security and environmental protection.

The Taweelah Desalination Plant, located along the Arabian Gulf coastline about 50 kilometers northeast of Abu Dhabi City, is the world’s largest reverse osmosis desalination project. Producing 900,000 tons (200 million gallons) of fresh water daily, it supplies nearly two million residents, easing water shortages in the UAE. The project plays a crucial role in supporting local economic and social development while standing as a model for China-UAE cooperation.POWERCHINA has actively supported the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036, which aims to ensure a sustainable water supply in both normal and emergency conditions.

In early March, the groundbreaking ceremony was held for thePOWERCHINA-built 400-hectare Ouinhi Irrigation Project in Benin, a key initiative aimed at improving agricultural productivity. The project includes land leveling, road repairs, water supply pipelines, irrigation and drainage networks, pump stations, reservoirs, and agricultural equipment storage. This project marks a major step forward in Benin’s agricultural development, addressing water shortages during the dry season and boosting drought resistance and crop yields. It will also enhance agricultural infrastructure, creating better production conditions for local farmers and improving their livelihoods.Benin’s Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, Gaston Cossi Doussouhoui, emphasized at the ceremony that the Wessi Irrigation Project will significantly increase the country’s irrigation capacity, mitigate the effects of the dry season, and foster sustainable agricultural growth. The mayor of Quinhi, Jonas Babatoundé HOUESSOU noted that the irrigation system will improve crop yields, enhance the lives of farmers, and contribute to increased food production and economic development.

In early March, POWERCHINA and Angola’s Ministry of Water Resources and Energy inked several agreements aimed at drought relief initiatives in Huila Province. Concentrating on enhancing water infrastructure, ensuring water supply, and rehabilitating reservoirs, these projects notably encompass the construction of an earth-rock fill dam with a storage capacity of 89 million cubic meters, a water treatment facility capable of processing 40,000 cubic meters per day, as well as the installation of water pipelines and pumping stations. Since entering Angola, POWERCHINA has helped improve local livelihoods and drive sustainable growth, strengthening its leadership in water and infrastructure while reaffirming its role as a trusted long-term partner in the country’s development journey.

As the world focuses on Earth Day 2025, POWERCHINA is turning its commitment into action, bringing the event’s theme to life through sustainable water resource projects. By linking a greener future with global livelihoods, the Company is contributing innovative solutions and fostering international cooperation to help build a more sustainable and equitable world.

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