Healthcare Triangle, Inc Signs MOU to Bring AI-Enabled Humanoid Nursing Robots to Hospitals in North America

HCTI signs MOU which details planned North American Joint Venture.The Proposed venture would deploy humanoid robots to assist with patient toileting and hygiene care, easing the physical burden on nursing teams while preserving patient dignity

PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthcare Triangle, Inc. (Nasdaq: HCTI) ("HCTI"), a healthcare information technology company, today announced that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") with AI World Sdn. Bhd. ("AI World"), a Malaysian company specializing in information technology, artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics, to establish a joint venture to bring AI-enabled humanoid nursing robots to hospitals and clinical settings across North America.

Under the MOU, the parties intend to form a new joint venture company that would hold the intellectual property and distribution rights for the robots in North America. HCTI is expected to hold a 70% ownership interest in the joint venture and AI World 30%.

HCTI will aim to use its established network of the over 140 hospital relationships it has built over the years to bring these robots to market after obtaining the required approvals, and applicable regulatory clearances.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates a global shortage of 4.5 million Nurses by 2030 and healthcare facilities are adopting automation to reduce heavy physical workloads and administrative burnouts.

The robots are designed to function as AI nursing assistants, supporting patient toileting and the related cleaning and hygiene care. These are among the most physically demanding and time-consuming tasks in inpatient care, and among the most sensitive for patients. By performing this work under the supervision of clinical staff, the technology aims to give nurses more time for direct patient care, reduce the risk of caregiver injury, and support consistent, dignified hygiene care.

In North America, the region HCTI and AI World are targeting, Grand View Research estimates that robotic nurse assistants accounted for roughly 39% of a global market of approximately $1.5 billion in 2025, or about $585 million. The global market is projected to grow to approximately $4.4 billion by 2033, a compound annual growth rate of 14.7%. Demand is underpinned by a persistent U.S. nursing workforce gap: the Health Resources and Services Administration projects an 8% shortage of registered nurses in 2028.

How the joint venture is expected to work

- HCTI is expected to lead funding for the venture from a range of sources and to be responsible for manufacturing arrangements, sales and distribution, marketing the robots through its established network of hospital and healthcare-provider clients.

- AI World is expected to provide the technical know-how, technology transfer and manufacturing support needed to ensure the robots are built to AI World's specifications and quality standards, along with ongoing engineering and software support.

- Patient safety first. The parties plan to pursue the required regulatory approvals and to conduct clinical validation, including pilot deployments with hospital clients, before any commercial roll-out. Privacy and data security, including HIPAA compliance, will be built into the program.

"Hospitals are under intense pressure from staffing shortages and clinician burnout, and toileting and hygiene care is a heavy part of that workload," said Suresh Venkatachari, Founder of Healthcare Triangle. "Together with AI World, we intend to bring a practical, AI-enabled solution to the clinicians and patients we already serve. Our hospital relationships give us a direct path to pilot and deploy this technology responsibly, with patient dignity and safety at the center."

Next steps

The MOU is non-binding, other than with respect to certain provisions, including exclusivity and confidentiality. Formation of the joint venture is subject to, among other things, due diligence, negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, board and other required approvals, and applicable regulatory clearances. The parties expect to negotiate the definitive agreements over the coming months. There can be no assurance that a definitive agreement will be reached or that the joint venture or the robots will be successfully developed, approved or commercialized.

About Healthcare Triangle, Inc.

Healthcare Triangle, Inc. (Nasdaq: HCTI), based in Pleasanton, California, reinforces healthcare progress through breakthrough technology and extensive industry knowledge and expertise. Healthcare Triangle supports healthcare organizations — including hospitals and health systems, payers, and pharma/life sciences organizations — in their effort to improve health outcomes through better utilization of the data and information technologies they rely on. Healthcare Triangle's Cloud and Data Platform (CaDP), marketed as CloudEz™ and DataEz™, has achieved HITRUST Risk-based, 2-year (r2) Certified status, demonstrating to clients the highest standards for data protection and information security.

About AI World Sdn. Bhd.

AI World Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysian company engaged in information technology, artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics. The company focuses on turning artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics into practical solutions for education, industry, healthcare, research and public engagement. Visit www.aiworld.com.my for more details.

Forward-Looking Statements and Safe Harbor Notice

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the proposed joint venture with AI World, the anticipated ownership and respective roles of the parties, the negotiation of definitive agreements, and the development, regulatory approval, clinical validation and commercialization of AI-enabled humanoid nursing robots. Such forward-looking statements are identified by words such as "proposed," "intend," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "aim," "believe" and similar expressions. These statements are based on current expectations and are subject to significant risks, uncertainties and conditions, including the outcome of due diligence, the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, receipt of board and other required approvals, HCTI's ability to secure funding, the availability of manufacturing and technology transfer arrangements, receipt of applicable regulatory clearances, the results of clinical validation and pilot deployments, and compliance with privacy, data security (including HIPAA) and other domestic and foreign regulatory requirements. The MOU is non-binding, other than with respect to certain provisions, including exclusivity and confidentiality, and there is no assurance that a definitive agreement will be signed, that the joint venture will be formed on the terms described or at all, or that the robots will be successfully developed, approved or commercialized. Nothing in this press release constitutes an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by any forward-looking statements as a result of these and other risks, including those described in HCTI's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), which are available at www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements, and HCTI undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement except as required by law.

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E2, Cleantech Leaders Roundtable Join Forces to Build Powerful and Influential Business Network

Alliance combines CTLR's network of senior clean energy executives with E2's national reach, policy expertise, and advocacy platform.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- E2, the nation's most effective business organization for the environment, and Cleantech Leaders Roundtable (CTLR), the nation's most influential group of cleantech leaders, today announced they are joining forces.

E2 is a nonpartisan organization of business leaders that, during its 26-year history, has helped pass some of the nation's most important climate and clean energy policies. CTLR is the premier private network for senior leaders driving the transition to resilient infrastructure, energy independence, and sustainable economic growth.

Under the agreement, CTLR will retain its name and identity and will become a program of E2, backed by E2's national and state policy, advocacy, and communications resources. CTLR CEO Ann Davlin and other CTLR staff will join the E2 team. The move comes as CTLR prepares to mark its 10th year in 2027.

The addition of CTLR's cleantech executives to E2's national network of more than 13,000 business leaders will significantly bolster E2's reach, influence, and advocacy strength and expand its national footprint.

"This is a moment for business leaders to lead," said E2 Executive Director Bob Keefe. "By bringing CTLR into E2, we're creating a stronger, more influential voice to get our clean economy back on track in America."

CTLR members will keep the strategic networking, investment opportunities, and dynamic events with the candid, off-the-record dialogue that has defined the network since its founding. As part of E2, CTLR members will now also have a powerful outlet to amplify their voices and help shape and pass policies to expand clean energy and improve our economy and our environment. They can also participate in E2's national and regional events and access E2's renowned data and research, which tracks the clean economy.

"This is about creating more value and more opportunity for our members," said Ann Davlin, CEO of Cleantech Leaders Roundtable. "CTLR has built an extraordinary community of senior leaders who want to understand where the clean energy economy is going, learn from one another, and build the relationships that help move markets. By joining forces with E2, we can dramatically expand what we offer: more cities, more sectors, more resources and a direct connection between business leadership and the policy decisions shaping our industry."

"We created E2 more than 25 years ago with the conviction that business leaders can change the paradigm on the economy and the environment," said E2 Chair and Co-founder Nicole Lederer. "Clean energy right now is at the center of our nation's economic and environmental future. By combining our organizations, we're giving the business voice for smart policy more power and impact."

"The energy industry has reached a point where dealmaking, capital, innovation, and smart policy can't operate in separate lanes," said Jigar Shah, co-founder of Cleantech Leaders Roundtable. "Bringing CTLR and E2 together creates that bridge — pairing one of the strongest networks of energy executives and investors with the policy infrastructure needed to cut red tape, unlock American manufacturing, and keep the U.S. competitive globally."

"Jigar and I started Cleantech Leaders Roundtable to be the home for funded CleanTech founders and their ecosystems. We were convinced the leaders building clean economy growth companies needed a trusted place to come together and build meaningful relationships," said Jacob Susman, co-founder of Cleantech Leaders Roundtable. "Joining forces with E2 lets us preserve what makes CTLR distinctive while expanding our reach and resources for members."

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New capability dramatically reduces the time and effort required for higher education leaders to surface meaningful insights into institutional progress

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nuventive, the data-informed improvement company™, today announced Executive Summary, a new AI capability within the Nuventive Improvement Platform that gives higher education leaders a clear view into the progress and impact of their institution's most important initiatives.

Executive Summary uses AI to summarize data-informed narratives at scale across the organization around one or more key strategic initiatives, including learning outcomes, strategic planning, program review, student success, and other institutional priorities.

Bring Institution-Wide Insights into Focus

Executive Summary generates a report that highlights the insights that matter from extensive institutional narratives, reducing the time and effort required to see progress across programs, departments, reporting cycles, and the institution as a whole. Institution-defined prompts allow leaders to quickly surface the information needed for the priorities at hand, identify opportunities for improvement, recognize effective practices, and develop data storytelling tailored to key stakeholders.

Because Executive Summary works with information institutions already manage in the Nuventive Improvement Platform, it creates value without requiring another reporting system, separate AI tool, or manual process. As underlying institutional information changes, Executive Summary can update accordingly, helping leaders maintain a current view of progress and emerging insights.

"There is tremendous knowledge already being created across institutions through their improvement work," said Dr. David Raney, CEO of Nuventive. "Executive Summary makes that knowledge vastly easier to see and use. What excites me most is this represents a significant advance in our work with institutions to build on what they know, connect insights across their organizations, and create new ways to share effective practices across programs, departments, and ultimately across institutions."

AI Built Around Institutional Priorities

Executive Summary reflects Nuventive's approach to AI: Delivering meaningful, quantifiable value based on the individual priorities of the institutions it serves while keeping human expertise and institutional context at the center of decision-making.

The capability operates within Nuventive's SOC 2 Type II-compliant Azure environment, keeping institutional information within Nuventive's established security framework. Institutional data is not used to train public AI models, allowing institutions to take advantage of generative AI without sending sensitive information to public AI tools.

Executive Summary represents another step in Nuventive's broader effort to help institutions achieve more, improve faster, and adapt effectively through responsible, practical applications of AI.

About Nuventive

Nuventive, the data-informed improvement company™, helps higher education institutions manage assessment, program review, strategic planning, and other improvement initiatives in one flexible platform. By bringing institutional evidence and improvement processes together, Nuventive helps colleges and universities build sustainable cultures of data-informed improvement.

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CALLING ALL COUPLES: SAY "I DO" IN THE CROSSROADS OF THE WORLD AT ONE TIMES SQUARE WEDDINGS

New wedding venue at One Times Square establishes iconic destination for weddings, proposals, celebrations of love and other events

Reservations are now open at OneTimesSquare.com

NEW YORK, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Couples can now say "I do" at one of New York's most iconic addresses in the heart of Times Square. One Times Square, the home of the New Year's Eve Ball Drop, today announced the launch of One Times Square Weddings, a new venue offering intimate weddings, proposals, vow renewals, celebrations of love, and other events in a one-of-a-kind setting overlooking the Crossroads of the World.

Couples can hold their intimate ceremonies ranging from 30 to 60 minutes in one of the venue's beautifully appointed spaces. The Eternal Room serves as the heartbeat of One Times Square Weddings, offering natural lighting and access to the 15th floor lobby area. The Ruby Room is detailed with red drapes and carpet to create a warm, romantic feel – ideal for intimate ceremonies. The Harmony Room overlooks the heart of Times Square at 7th Avenue and 42nd Street and offers river and city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. The 15th Floor Bowtie Balcony allows couples to float above the hustle and bustle of Times Square for picture-perfect moments.

Ceremonies include a concierge and officiant and opportunities to customize your celebration with special floral arrangements, one-of-a-kind Waterford crystal keepsakes from the New Year's Eve Ball, premium photography packages, and visits to the One Times Square Skywalk and New Year's Eve Ball. Reservations for ceremonies of up to 75 guests are available at OneTimesSquare.com and start at $600. Backal Hospitality Group, a recognized and respected leader in New York's hospitality community, manages the event spaces.

"For more than a century, One Times Square has been home to one of the world's biggest celebrations, and One Times Square Weddings will allow couples to bring that same energy and excitement to their own celebrations all year long," said Arthur Backal, CEO of Backal Hospitality Group and operator of One Times Square Weddings. "Whether couples are getting married, renewing their vows, or marking another special milestone, One Times Square offers an intimate and unforgettable way to celebrate love at one of the most iconic addresses in the world."

The wedding and event venue is the newest addition to One Times Square, which has been transformed into a year-round destination for celebrations and ticketed experiences. The building also includes a multi-level, multi-sensory attraction that takes guests on a sweet, candy-filled adventure through New York City, and the One Times Square Skywalk an experiential journey through the history of Times Square and the New Year's Eve Ball culminating on a 19-floor Viewing Deck. At the base of One Times Square, I❤️NY Gifts features officially-licensed New York City souvenirs alongside exclusive One Times Square-branded products.

For more information about One Times Square, visit onetimessquare.com.

About One Times Square

One Times Square is a 26-story building located at the intersection of 42nd Street, Seventh Avenue, and Broadway in the heart of Times Square. Originally built as the headquarters for the New York Times at the turn of the 20th century, the building is being reimagined as a modern-day destination for entertainment, technology, history, and art. The building has served as the focal point for the iconic Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop Celebration since 1907 and continues to play a central role in the world's New Year's Eve traditions. For more information, visit onetimessquare.com.

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OUTRUN THE STORM: Can You Outrun a Professional Racing Camel?

Al Haboob challenged Olympians, Team USA athletes and endurance racers to beat the time of a professional racing camel on the Porsche track

Following overwhelming demand, OUTRUN THE STORM is now expanding to new cities and launching a dedicated running community

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles has hosted countless high-performance experiences. Until September 21, its racetrack had never hosted a footrace. The opponent was a camel.

Al Haboob (الهَبُوب), the world's first professional camel racing team, brought OUTRUN THE STORM to the iconic Porsche track, challenging athletes to beat the time set by Hajma, one of its elite racing camels.

More than 120 athletes, runners, creators and cultural figures came to take on the challenge.

Ahead of the event, Hajma completed the same two race distances, establishing benchmark times for competitors in Los Angeles to beat. Competitors - including Team USA and Olympic athletes, marathon runners, Ironman competitors and American Ninja Warrior athletes - then took their turn.

Over 900 feet, one athlete managed to beat Hajma's time.

Over 1.3 miles, nobody did.

The challenge translated one of the Middle East's oldest sporting traditions into a universal language: a starting line, a stopwatch and a time to beat.

"Who would have thought a camel could set a time that people in LA would be trying to beat?" said Paul Pogba, global ambassador and shareholder at Al Haboob. "That's what I like about OUTRUN THE STORM. It's something different, it's competitive and it makes you want to try it yourself. We're taking a sport with so much history and finding new ways to make people around the world want to be part of it."

What followed surprised even the organisers.

Participants flooded social media with videos, stories and posts from the event, helping introduce camel racing to audiences far beyond Los Angeles. As content spread online, runners from across the United States began asking the same question:

When can we try it?

One of the participants, Haley Videckis, said, "We had the best time! Watching my son, Mylo's, excitement around the camels was already so special, and now he cannot wait to see a real race in Saudi Arabia. It was the perfect day to celebrate the sport and the culture surrounding it."

From Los Angeles to New Cities

Following the response to the Los Angeles event, Al Haboob is developing OUTRUN THE STORM into an ongoing series of community runs and live experiences, with plans to bring the concept to additional U.S. and international markets.

Alongside the events, Al Haboob is also developing the Outrun the Storm Run Club, a running community built around group runs, training sessions, social experiences and future opportunities for runners to test themselves against professional racing camels.

"We came to Los Angeles wanting to introduce people to camel racing in a way they had never experienced before," said Omar Almaeena, Co-Founder and Creative Spark at Al Haboob, who also took part in the activation.

"What happened exceeded our expectations. People didn't just watch. They raced, they shared the experience and they immediately wanted to know when they could do it again. That's when we realised this could become something much bigger than a single event."

Beyond the Starting Line

OUTRUN THE STORM extended far beyond the race itself.

Guests took part in Camel Bootcamp, an interactive introduction to the technology, training, welfare standards and performance systems behind modern professional camel racing, including the robot jockey technology used in competition.

Attendees also watched Camel Quest, Al Haboob's Netflix series co-produced by and starring founders Almaeena and Safwan Modir. The series follows the team's journey inside one of the world's oldest and most culturally significant sports.

Together, the experiences offered American audiences a rare introduction to camel racing - not simply as spectators, but by experiencing the sport for themselves.

"Al Haboob was born from a belief that heritage belongs on the world stage," said Modir, Co-Founder and Head of Operations at Al Haboob. "Bringing camel racing to Los Angeles at the Porsche Experience Center is a statement of ambition: we honour where we come from, and we are fearless about where we can go."

OUTRUN THE STORM will return soon to a city near you.

The challenge remains:

Can you outrun a camel?

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About Al Haboob

Based in Saudi Arabia, Al Haboob (الهَبُوب) is the world's first professional camel racing team, blending heritage with elite performance and advanced veterinary science. Founded by Omar Almaeena and Safwan Modir, the team is on a mission to modernise camel breeding, elevate the sport to a global stage, and build it into a broader sports and entertainment platform - laying the foundations for the world's first professional Camel Racing League.

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SPARTA, Mich., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc., and ChoiceOne Bank (NASDAQ: COFS) ("ChoiceOne") are pleased to announce the official opening of the ChoiceOne Bank Trail following a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the corner of Silver Lake Road and Jennings Road in Fenton.

"The ChoiceOne Bank Trail encourages people to get outside. It creates opportunities to explore our beautiful communities." said ChoiceOne President Michael J. Burke, Jr. "It also serves as a reminder that we're all connected. The communities along this trail each have their own unique character, and together they form something even stronger. We are honored that the ChoiceOne name will be part of that story."

The ChoiceOne Bank Trail is part of the Genesee County Legacy Trails network, an initiative designed to connect more than 200 miles of trails throughout Flint and Genesee County. The Legacy Trails network will help connect residents to essential community destinations, including parks, schools, grocery stores and libraries.

"We are honored and excited to celebrate the official opening of the ChoiceOne Bank Trail," said ChoiceOne Vice President Danielle Chateauvert. "ChoiceOne has collaborated with the LAFF Pathway over the years to help envision this important community project. Our involvement in the Legacy Trails network, including the naming of the ChoiceOne Bank Trail, reflects ChoiceOne's commitment to investing in and supporting the communities we serve."

The Genesee County five-year strategic trails plan establishes a unified vision for a safe, connected, and accessible nonmotorized trail network linking communities throughout the county. When completed, the Legacy Trails network is expected to place more than 180,000 people within one mile of a nonmotorized trail. The network will also connect 23 Genesee County communities, two state parks, 151 other parks, and 89 schools. To learn more about the Legacy Trails network, visit geneseetrails.com.

About ChoiceOne

ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. is a financial holding company headquartered in Sparta, Michigan, with assets of approximately $4.4 billion, and the parent corporation of ChoiceOne Bank. Member FDIC. ChoiceOne Bank operates 54 offices in West, Central and Southeast Michigan. ChoiceOne Bank offers insurance and investment products through its subsidiary, ChoiceOne Insurance Agencies, Inc. ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. common stock is quoted on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "COFS." For more information, please visit Investor Relations at ChoiceOne's website choiceone.bank.

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The Partnership Marks Splitero's Third Major Southern California Sports Partnership And Introduces A New Premium Fan Destination At Honda Center

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Splitero, the financial technology company that helps homeowners access their home equity, today announced a new partnership with the Anaheim Ducks, naming Splitero the team's Official Home Equity Partner. The partnership with Honda Center includes Splitero Club, opening on October 1, 2026. The Splitero Club is a new members-only hospitality club that redefines the guest experience while giving fans direct access to home equity education.

The partnership expands Splitero's growing presence in Southern California sports, building on successful partnerships with the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Kings, and raising awareness of Splitero's goal to educate Southern California homeowners about options for accessing their home equity. The partnership gives Splitero's signature Orange Soda color a home base in the heart of Orange County. Unique to this partnership is the Splitero Club itself, a new premium club at Honda Center as part of Honda Center Encore, the arena's $1 billion investment in the guest experience. The club will offer a luxury membership experience with bowl-facing views and dedicated wayfinding signage, creating a fully branded environment and go-to destination for guests. With year-round visibility across concerts, games, and other events, the Splitero Club establishes a bold, unmistakably orange presence in the heart of Orange County and gives the brand a home of its own within one of the region's premier entertainment destinations.

"We are excited to announce our partnership with the Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks, as it aligns with our mission to offer homeowners a smarter way to access their equity," said Michael Gifford, CEO and Co-Founder of Splitero. "California is our home, and we are thrilled to introduce the Splitero Club, which will provide a premium experience for Ducks fans and visitors to the Honda Center."

In addition to the Splitero Club, fans will see Splitero branding throughout Honda Center, including on the arena's dual 360-degree LED Rings surrounding the bowl, the scoreboard, player and Zamboni tunnel LED displays, ARTIC marquees, and additional digital signage and dashboards throughout the venue.

"We're proud to welcome Splitero to the Anaheim Ducks and Honda Center family and to introduce the Splitero Club as a new destination designed to elevate the guest experience," said Graham Siderius, Senior Vice President and Chief Partnership Officer. "This partnership brings together a strong Southern California brand and premium hospitality destination, creating a distinctive environment for guests while giving Splitero a meaningful presence across Ducks games, concerts and events throughout the year."

To see Splitero's partnership with the Anaheim Ducks in action at the Honda Center, visit https://www.nhl.com/ducks/ to get tickets or visit premium.hondacenter.com/premium/splitero-club to learn more about the Splitero Club. To learn more about Splitero, visit https://www.splitero.com.

About Splitero

Splitero is a financial technology company that provides homeowners with better options to access their home equity with no monthly payments. Founded in San Diego in 2021 by real estate veterans, Michael Gifford and David Zvaifler, Splitero turns home equity into cash in exchange for a share of the home's future value. The home equity investment (HEI) company has no income requirements for applicants, and homeowners keep their homes and existing mortgage rates. Splitero's innovative Maturity Match™ aligns the HEI term length with the homeowner's remaining primary mortgage timeline. Splitero can help homeowners in 17 states access their equity with no monthly payments. For more information, visit https://www.splitero.com.

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/C O R R E C T I O N -- Lockheed Martin Aeronautics/

In the news release, Mexico Expands C-130J Super Hercules Fleet with Second Aircraft, issued 23-Sep-2026 by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows:

Mexico Expands C-130J Super Hercules Fleet with Second Aircraft

BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (FAM) recently announced the acquisition of a second Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) C‑130J‑30 Super Hercules tactical airlifter, solidifying Mexico's role as a regional leader in air mobility. The addition of the second Super Hercules follows the first aircraft acquisition announced in January 2026, which made Mexico the first nation in Latin America to join the global Super Hercules fleet.

A long‑time Hercules operator, the FAM is recapitalizing its legacy fleet with the C‑130J‑30 Super Hercules–a stretch variant that adds 15 feet of cargo space. The aircraft provides increased power, range, fuel efficiency and payload capacity, enabling the FAM to meet any tactical airlift requirement while leveraging decades of operational, maintenance and logistics experience with the Hercules.

The Super Hercules provides the FAM with what no other tactical airlifter can deliver: certified multi‑mission versatility, proven operational performance, a true global presence, known capabilities and trusted reliability – all backed by an enterprise‑wide support network that ensures sustained readiness for decades to come.

The expanded capability arrives at a critical moment. Shortly after the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela, C-130 Hercules aircraft were employed to deliver emergency supplies, medical aid and personnel to the disaster area. The second C-130J-30 aircraft will double that response capability, allowing Mexico to sustain rapid humanitarian assistance throughout Latin America and reinforce its strategic airlift role in support of regional security.

"The C‑130J is the backbone of global airlift, and Mexico's continued investment underscores confidence in a platform that delivers decades of operational readiness, unmatched versatility and seamless interoperability with U.S. and allied forces," said Trish Pagan, vice president of Lockheed Martin's Air Mobility & Maritime Missions. "We are proud to support Mexico as it sets a new benchmark for tactical airlift in Latin America."

For more than five decades the C‑130 Hercules has been a cornerstone of Mexico's response to natural disasters, military operations and other critical missions. The aircraft remains a powerful symbol of Mexico's commitment to regional security and cooperation, and the expanded fleet highlights the long‑standing partnership between Lockheed Martin and the FAM.

Mexico's expansion of the C‑130J fleet demonstrates a clear momentum for modern air mobility in Latin America. By investing in the most advanced Hercules ever built, the country not only enhances its own operational reach but also creates a platform for greater cooperation with U.S. and allied forces, ensuring a coordinated response to security and humanitarian challenges for years to come.

Editor's note: The earthquake‑relief mission in Venezuela was carried out with earlier‑model C‑130 Hercules aircraft, not with a C‑130J‑30. The second C‑130J‑30 aircraft will double Mexico's C-130 response capacity and strengthen regional humanitarian and security support.

About the C-130J Super Hercules

The C-130J Super Hercules is the latest generation of the legendary C-130 Hercules. Built with advanced avionics, increased range and speed, and enhanced survivability, the C-130J is certified across 20 different mission sets — including airdrop, search and rescue, firefighting, medevac, ISR, special operations, among others. It is the only tactical airlifter with a global fleet of more than 570 aircraft and continues to serve as the backbone of air mobility worldwide.

For additional information, visit our website: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/products/c130.html.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at Lockheedmartin.com.

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More than 268,000 vehicles were reported stolen during the first six months of the year; every state recorded a year-over-year decrease

OAK BROOK, Ill., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vehicle thefts continued their nationwide decline during the first half of 2026, falling 21% compared with the same period last year, according to a new analysis from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the leading, established non-profit dedicated to identifying insurance fraud.

A total of 268,415 vehicle thefts were reported to law enforcement during the first six months of 2026. The United States experienced a vehicle theft rate of approximately 77.81 thefts per 100,000 people during the first two quarters of the year.

The decline was widespread, with all 50 states recording year-over-year percentage decreases in vehicle thefts during the first half of 2026, extending a broader downward trend in vehicle thefts seen in recent years.

"Vehicle thefts continue to decrease across the country, and it's encouraging to see that every state experienced a decline," said NICB Chief Operating Officer Tim Slater. "While there are many factors contributing to this, these results demonstrate what can be accomplished through sustained collaboration among law enforcement, insurers, auto theft prevention authorities and other partners. That being said, with more than a quarter-million vehicles stolen in just six months, continued investment in these partnerships, as well as prevention and public awareness, is paramount to sustaining positive progress."

The District of Columbia recorded the largest percentage decrease in vehicle thefts during the first half of the year, with thefts falling 52% compared with the first half of 2025. Despite that sharp improvement, the nation's capital continued to have the highest theft rate among states and jurisdictions analyzed, at 181.94 thefts per 100,000 people.

Top States by Percentage Decreases in Thefts

California continued to record the highest overall number of stolen vehicles at the state level, with 57,821 vehicles reported stolen during the first half of 2026.

Vehicle thefts remained concentrated in several of the nation's largest metropolitan areas. The Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, California metro area recorded the highest number of vehicle thefts during the first half of 2026, with 21,540 vehicles stolen.

Top 10 Metropolitan Areas by Total Vehicle Thefts

Among the 10 areas with the highest number of vehicle thefts, Chicago-Naperville-Elgin was the only metropolitan area to experience a year-over-year increase, with thefts rising 2% compared with the first half of 2025.

The Bakersfield-Delano, California, metro area recorded the highest vehicle theft rate in the country, at 223.28 thefts per 100,000 people, nearly triple the national rate of 77.81.

While vehicle thefts have experienced another decline in the first half of 2026, NICB urges consumers to remain vigilant, as the risk of vehicle theft is far from gone. Even as organized crime groups have increasingly shifted away from traditional vehicle theft, motorists must stay aware that a wide range of other vehicle-related crimes and fraudulent schemes continue to rise.

To prevent vehicle thefts from occurring, NICB recommends the following tips for vehicle owners:

While in your vehicle:

- Park in well-lit areas. Increased visibility deters thieves, so always park in a well-lit parking lot or spot near a streetlight.

- Roll up your windows. Limit point of access by making sure your windows are rolled up before you exit your vehicle.

When exiting your vehicle:

- Lock your doors. Some criminals walk through parking lots testing handles to choose which vehicle they take, so always lock your car before you leave it.

- Never leave your vehicle running while unattended. An empty vehicle with the engine running is practically an invitation to opportunistic criminals. Always turn off your vehicle when you exit.

- Always take your keys with you. Even if you're picking up a quick coffee or running back inside your house for something, it only takes moments for thieves to jump in and drive off with your car.

For an additional layer of security:

- Consider using anti-theft technology. These items include steering wheel locks, audible alarms, kill switches, or aftermarket GPS tracking like air tags. These items deter thieves from targeting your car, and if they do take it, ultimately make it easier to find.

Anyone who believes they have information concerning insurance fraud or vehicle crime can report it to NICB at ReportInsuranceFraud.org or by calling 800.TEL.NICB (800.835.6422).

About the National Insurance Crime Bureau: Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) is the nation's leading not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to combatting and preventing insurance crime through Intelligence, Analytics, and Operations; Education and Crime Prevention; and Strategy, Policy, and Advocacy. NICB is supported by more than 1,200 property and casualty insurance companies and self-insured organizations. To learn more, visit NICB.org.

SOURCE National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB)

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