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CARLSTADT, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / AGFA HealthCare has been recognized by KLAS Research for significant satisfaction gains. Customer satisfaction with AGFA’s Enterprise Imaging VNA and XERO® Viewer has increased significantly over the past 18 months, with both solutions named Best in KLAS 2025 winners.

Report highlights:

• Significant Gains: customer satisfaction with AGFA’s VNA increased by 13 points on a 100-point scale over the past 18 months – the largest improvement in the segment. Both VNA and Viewer were named Best in KLAS 2025 winners.

• Top Scores:XERO® Viewerachieved a 90.0 score, and the Enterprise Imaging VNA reached 87.4 points.

• Customer Endorsements: respondents praised AGFA for better QA and upgrades, stronger EHR integration and web viewing, and more open dialogue. Customers also noted improved responsiveness, executive check-ins, and proactive account teams.

• Future Outlook: customers are optimistic about the roadmap, with particular confidence in cloud and AI developments.

In September 2025, one interviewed customer – from a position of Chief of Radiology – said:

“AGFA HealthCare’s support and overall customer service are getting better, and we are seeing AGFA HealthCare becoming more involved. They seem to be cleaning up some of the challenges they have had in years past and looking ahead with cloud and AI. We have talked with them about their RUBEE platform, and while I am not sure what the future holds, it is good to see the direction they are going.”

A PACS Administrator interviewee, commented in September 2025.

“The market is moving toward the cloud, though I don’t know that we are ready to make that jump. It is early to say, but I can see us looking at disaster recovery and maybe more things down the road. AGFA HealthCare has been good at talking with us about our path and sharing what they are doing. It doesn’t feel like those conversations are from a sales point of view. It is more that AGFA HealthCare is making sure we know our options. They have also talked about AI and the platform, and we will explore that as we start to add AI in the future.”

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Learn more in the KLAS Enterprise Imaging 2025 Report.

About AGFA HealthCare

At AGFA HealthCare, we are transforming the delivery of care – supporting healthcare professionals across the globe with secure, effective, and sustainable imaging data management. As a company, we are dedicated to our customers, and we have harnessed a value framework of Mission, Vision and Customer Delivery Principles into our routine operations. Through these principles, we commit a consistent high-yield code of conduct to our associates – channeling our experience and aspirations to all of our stakeholders. Our Empowerer profile supports our focus on creating an exceptional experience through the power of technology and is an integral foundation to our company standards. AGFA HealthCare is a division of the Agfa-Gevaert Group. For more information on AGFA HealthCare, please visit www.agfahealthcare.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

AGFA and the Agfa rhombus are registered trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert N.V. Belgium or its affiliates. XERO and RUBEE are registered trademarks of AGFA HealthCare NV or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Best in KLAS is a registered trademark of KLAS Enterprises, LLC. All information contained herein is intended for guidance purposes only, and the characteristics of the products and services described in this publication can be changed at any time without notice. Products and services may not be available for your local area. Please contact your local sales representative for availability information. AGFA HealthCare diligently strives to provide as accurate information as possible but shall not be responsible for any typographical error.

SOURCE: AGFA HealthCare

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Release of Smaller Loitering Munition Further Validates Large UAS as Motherships

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and AeroVironment (“AV”) (NASDAQ:AVAV) collaborated on the air launch of a Switchblade 600 loitering munition (LM) from a GA-ASI Block 5 MQ-9A unmanned aircraft system (UAS). The flight testing took place from July 22-24 at the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Grounds Test Range. It marked the first time a Switchblade 600 has ever been launched from an unmanned aircraft.

“This cooperative effort showcased how combining different unmanned technologies could really provide value and effects to the warfighter,” said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. “By using MQ-9A to carry the Switchblade, the MQ-9A is able to stand off farther from enemy weapons systems and increase the range of the SB600, which will provide greater access and options in contested airspace.”

After successfully integrating the SB600 with the MQ-9A, the team released two LMs: one with an inert warhead and the other with a high-explosive round. After launch, the team transferred control of the Switchblade from a user in the MQ-9A’s ground control station to a user on the ground nearer the operational area.

The test further validated GA-ASI’s ability to integrate and operate a variety of airborne launched effects on the battlefield – including both those built by GA-ASI and by partners such as AV – and how their use in conflict provides risk-tolerant options to commanders in contested operations.

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is the world’s foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 8 million flight hours, the Predator^® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper^®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle^®, MQ-20 Avenger^®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian^®/SeaGuardian^®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.

Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.

Contact Information

GA-ASI Media Relations
asi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com
(858) 524-8101

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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New capabilities eliminate manual entry, allowing small businesses to automate retirement savings across leading payroll providers.

ROCK HILL, SC / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / Small business owners and their advisors can now offer retirement benefits without the ongoing administrative headache, thanks to new payroll integrations launched by WealthRabbit. The first fully digital retirement platform, purpose-built for financial professionals and small businesses, has connected directly with QuickBooks, ADP, Gusto, and TaxBandits to automate IRA contributions – including SIMPLE, SEP, and Individual IRAs – directly through payroll. This integration provides employers and advisors with a hands-off, error-free retirement plan experience.

The integration eliminates the need for manual uploads, reduces processing errors, and ensures contributions are processed automatically each pay period. Once rules are set, contributions flow from payroll to WealthRabbit and into employee retirement accounts with zero ongoing administrative effort.

“We’re solving one of the biggest pain points for small businesses: offering meaningful benefits without adding complexity to their already lean operations,” said Jason Ackerman, CFO & Co-Founder at WealthRabbit. “These integrations save time, reduce errors, and make high-quality retirement benefits accessible for any size business.”

Key Benefits at a Glance:

• Automated Payroll Sync: Contributions flow automatically from any payroll provider into WealthRabbit accounts each pay period – no manual intervention required

• Error-Free Processing: Automated processing minimizes human error and prevents costly delays.

• IRS Compliance: Ensures timely and accurate contributions that meet regulatory requirements.

• Efficiency for Lean Teams: Cuts administrative work for small businesses, their accounting partners, and financial advisors.

The new capabilities address a critical challenge facing small businesses: nearly 40% of private sector workers lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans, often because administrative complexity makes these benefits too burdensome for smaller employers to manage.

The new payroll integrations reinforce WealthRabbit’s mission to make retirement planning simple, scalable, and stress-free for business owners and their advisors.

About WealthRabbit
WealthRabbit is the first digital retirement platform purpose-built for small businesses and the self-employed. Founded by financial professionals, the platform offers flexible, affordable, tax-optimized plans with a modern user experience for business owners, advisors, and accountants. Learn more at www.wealthrabbit.com.

Contact
Jaidyn Brown, WealthRabbit
jaidyn@spanenterprises.com

SOURCE: WealthRabbit

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New landmark white paper outlines key best practices to help academic institutions foster sustainable, high-impact collaborations with industry partners

LAGRANGE, GA / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / Successful corporate relations programs in higher education require a strategic, institution-wide approach that fosters long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with industry, according to a newly released white paper report by the Network of Academic Corporate Relations Officers (NACRO).

The report, CORPORATE RELATIONS REIMAGINED: How Academic Institutions Can Build Sustainable Industry Partnerships, outlines the essential elements critical for effective academic-corporate engagement, emphasizing the need for institutional support, campus coordination, integrated research development and career services collaboration.

By refining these practices, the report asserts that universities can enhance corporate investment, drive research innovation and create meaningful career opportunities for students, ensuring a sustainable and productive relationship between academia and industry.

NACRO, the premier organization unifying academic corporate relations professionals, has released this new white paper as an updated version of its foundational white paper, The Essential Elements of a Successful Corporate Relations Program, published in 2011. As the landscape of corporate engagement continues to evolve, this new white paper reflects the latest best practices in fostering mutually beneficial relationships between academia and industry.

“Reimagining academic corporate relations requires more than incremental change – it demands a bold, integrated approach that reflects the complexity and potential of today’s academic-industry landscape,” said Anne Borchert, Principal & Chief Reinvention Officer, AB3 Partners and and former Associate Vice President, Corporate Relations & Strategic Projects with Case Western Reserve University. “This updated framework for an effective, holistic corporate relations program offers institutions a practical yet aspirational guide to building partnerships that are sustainable and transformative for research, talent development and regional impact.”

In its new white paper, NACRO expands its original framework of five essential elements to include additional critical components necessary for successful corporate relations in higher education. The updated essential elements are:

• Institutional Support*

• Campus Coordination*

• Integrated Research Development*

• Holistic Corporate Investment*

• Mutual Benefits*

• Partnership with Career Services

• Evaluating Corporate Relations Offices

(*Denotes elements from the original framework.)

Corporate partnerships have undergone a significant transformation over the past decade, shifting from traditional philanthropic relationships to strategic, multi-faceted collaborations. NACRO’s new white paper provides insights into how universities can better align with industry priorities, including workforce development, research innovation and long-term investment in academic programs.

The white paper also addresses some of the key challenges institutions face in managing corporate relations, including:

• Internal silos that hinder collaboration

• Lack of clear institutional strategies for corporate engagement

• The need for better data integration and communication across campus

By implementing a comprehensive corporate relations strategy, the report asserts universities can increase funding opportunities and enhance student career prospects, drive research innovation and strengthen their regional economic impact.

“In today’s fast-changing educational environment, higher education institutions must take a meaningfully proactive approach to corporate relations,” said JoonHyung Cho, NACRO Co-President and Assistant Vice President for Research and Innovation with the University of Minnesota. “Our NACRO white paper provides an updated roadmap for universities to build and sustain successful partnerships that benefit both academia, industry and local communities and regions.”

“Strategic corporate partnerships are no longer optional – they are essential for universities seeking to drive innovation, enhance student success and create lasting economic impact,” says Joseph Huang, NACRO Co-President and Executive Director of Strategic Research Initiatives, Computer Science with Stanford University. “Through thought leadership and best practices shared by NACRO, institutions can foster holistic, mutually beneficial collaborations with industry, unlocking unprecedented opportunities for research, investment and workforce development.”

NACRO’s updated white paper serves as a valuable resource for university leadership and administrators, corporate relations officers and industry leaders looking to enhance their engagement strategies.

The full report is available for download here.

About NACRO:
NACRO (the Network of Academic Corporate Relations Officers) is the premier organization unifying academic corporate relations professionals. We transform the profession through innovative professional education programs, the dissemination of cutting-edge best practices, impactful networking opportunities, and championing thought leadership in corporate relations. Through its vibrant global community of over 550 professionals from more than 300 institutions, NACRO works to create exceptional career development opportunities for its members. Learn more: www.nacrocon.org

Media Contact:
Ken Berlack
NACRO
ken.berlack.nacro@gmail.com

SOURCE: Network of Academic Corporate Relations Officers

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HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / EON Resources Inc. (NYSE American:EONR) (“EON” or the “Company”) is an independent upstream energy company with 20,000 leasehold acres in the Permian Basin. The fields have a total of 750 producing and injection wells producing over 1,000 barrels of oil per day. Today, the Company announced the successful closing of total funding of $45.5 million yesterday, September 9, 2025, through a combination of volumetric funding instrument (“VMA”) and a farmout of the Company’s San Andres rights across its leasehold to a subsidiary of Virtus Energy Partners, LLC (“Virtus”).

$40.5 million of the funding was provided by a private family office that invests directly in upstream energy industry projects.

The $45.5 million funding components and sources:

• $20.0 million of the funding was from the private family office in consideration for a 15% perpetual overriding royalty interest in existing leases and wells in the Grayburg Jackson Field (“GJF”).

• $20.5 million of the funding was from the private family office for a 5% perpetual overriding royalty interest in the San Andres formation in wells to be drilled under the farmout program with Virtus.

• $5.0 million of the funding was from Virtus in consideration for a farmout of the Company’s rights in the San Andres formation in which Virtus will own a 65% operated working interest and EON retains a 35% non-operated working interest. Virtus and the Company believe as many as 90 horizontal San Andres wells are prospective in the GJF. Based in Frisco Texas, Virtus is a newly formed exploration and production company with an impressive track record in the Permian Basin and many other US Basins. The primary business strategy of Virtus is to create value in under-managed conventional reservoirs by applying modern technology and techniques. Combining Virtus’ skillset with the EON assets is intended to unlock great value for all parties.

Use of the proceeds:

• Completion of a $20.5 million cash consideration to the seller of the GJF to the Company (“Seller”) returned to EON the 10% overriding royalty interest on the GJF valued at $13.5 million, retirement of the $20 million Seller note ($15 million principal plus accrued interest), and the issuance of 1.5 million shares of EON Class A common stock in exchange for the return to treasury of the preferred units owed by Seller with a redemption value of $27 million. Additional details are available in the Amended Seller Agreement press release on the EON website.

• Retired senior debt of approximately $19.3 million. The payoff of the senior debt eliminated a $700,000 per month amortization payment (principal and interest) whereby the Company anticipates a monthly cash flow improvement of $400,000 to $600,000.

• Funds raised in excess of the cash payment to the Seller, the retirement of the senior debt and any fees and closing costs will be used to pay other obligations and fund field activities including workovers within the GJF commencing in the fourth quarter of 2025.

“This funding is a total transformation and a major clean-up of our balance sheet by eliminating the senior and Seller debt and putting to rest the complex capital structure from the closing of our original acquisition,” said Mitchell B. Trotter, CFO of EON. “The removal of these complexities and reduction of the monthly payments allows us to focus on our original goal, the enhancement and exploitation of our asset base to grow the Company.”

“This was a total team effort that almost nobody believed we could do,” said Dante Caravaggio, President and CEO of EON. “We put together the pieces of the puzzle by raising the money with the sale of overriding royalty interests and farming out our San Andres rights to a proven operator with extensive horizontal San Andres development experience. We are grateful to our investors, as well as to our industry and financial consultants, Virtus, Enstream Capital, EA Energy, Roth Capital Partners, Jack Holmes and Jarrett Hasson; all of whom had a hand in achieving this immense success for our shareholders. These transactions netted approximately $40 million in shareholder value.”

“The unsung heroes are the behind the scene lawyers and accountants,” continued Mr. Caravaggio. “The legal teams sorted out hundreds of pages across dozens of documents. The legal team for Virtus and their sponsor as well as for the family office were excellent to work with. I want to give a special thanks to the EON legal team of David, Matt and Alex.”

• David M. Smith: David is the General Counsel for EON. He is a licensed attorney in Texas with 40+ years of experience in the legal field of oil and gas exploration and production, manufacturing, purchase and sale agreements, exploration agreements, land and leaseholds, right of ways, pipelines, surface use, joint operating agreements, joint interest agreements, participation agreements and operations as well as transactional and litigation experience in oil and gas, real estate, bankruptcy and commercial industries.

• Matthew L. Ogurick: Matt is a partner in Pryor Cashman’s Corporate Group, and has been involved in EON’s growth and development from the beginning. Pryor Cashman is a full service award-winning midsize law firm headquartered in New York City with over 200 attorneys across three offices including Miami and Los Angeles. The firm serves a diverse client base that spans around the globe.

• Alexander Kuiper: Alex is the Managing Partner of the Kuiper Law Firm, PLLC, a full-service practice with recognized expertise in energy, real estate, and business law. Alex, a Board-Certified specialist in Oil, Gas & Mineral Law, who provides strategic guidance to clients navigating complex transactions served as legal counsel in connection with the funding.

About EON Resources Inc.

EON is an independent upstream energy company focused on maximizing total returns to its shareholders through the development of onshore oil and natural gas properties in a diversified portfolio of long-life producing oil and natural gas properties and other energy holdings. EON’s approach is to build an energy company through acquisition and through selective development of its properties. Class A Common Stock of EON trades on the NYSE American Stock Exchange under the symbol of “EONR” and the Company’s public warrants trade under the symbol of “EONRWS”. For more information on the Company, please visit the EON website.

About the Grayburg-Jackson Field Property

Our Grayburg-Jackson Field (“GJF”) is primarily a waterflood property located on the Northwest Shelf of the Permian Basin in Eddy County, New Mexico. The GJF comprises of 13,700 contiguous leasehold acres with 342 producing wells, 207 injection wells and 1 water source well for a total of 550 wells. Leasehold rights include the Seven Rivers, Queen, Grayburg and San Andres intervals that range from as shallow as 1,500 feet to 4,000 feet in depth. The December 2024 reserve report from our third-party engineer, Haas and Cobb Petroleum Consultants, LLC, estimates proven reserves of approximately 14.0 million barrels of oil and 2.8 billion cubic feet of natural gas. The mapped original-oil-in-place (“OOIP”) is approximately 956 million barrels of oil. Primary production is currently from the Seven Rivers formation. In addition to proven reserves, the Company believes it may access an additional 34 million barrels of oil by adding perforations in the Grayburg and San Andres formations, plus another 40 million barrels from a horizontal drilling program in the San Andres. More information on the property can be located on the Grayburg-Jackson Field page of our website.

About the South Justis Field Property

The South Justis Field (“SJF”) is a carbonate reservoir similar to the rest of the Permian, and is located in Lea County, New Mexico approximately 100 miles from the GJF. The SJF is comprised of 5,360 contiguous acres containing 208 total producing and injection wells with well spacing of 50 acres. The producing formations include the Glorietta, Blinebry, Tubb, Drinkard and Fusselman intervals that range from 5,000 feet to 7,000 feet in depth. The original-oil-in-place (“OOIP”) is approximately 207 million barrels of oil. More information on the property can be located on the South Justis Field page of our website.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from what is expected. Words such as “expects,” “believes,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “estimates,” “seeks,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “should” and variations and similar words and expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements relate to future events or future results, based on currently available information and reflect the Company’s management’s current beliefs. A number of factors could cause actual events or results to differ materially from the events and results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Important factors – including the availability of funds, the results of financing efforts and the risks relating to our business – that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations are disclosed in the Company’s documents filed from time to time on EDGAR (see www.edgar-online.com) and with the Securities and Exchange Commission (see www.sec.gov). Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. Except as expressly required by applicable securities law, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Investor Relations

Michael J. Porter, President

PORTER, LEVAY & ROSE, INC.

mike@plrinvest.com

SOURCE: EON Resources Inc.

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PARIS, FR / ACCESS Newswire / September 10, 2025 / Pacific Avenue Capital Partners (“Pacific Avenue”), a global private equity firm specializing in corporate carve-outs and complex transactions, today announced key milestones in its European expansion. Less than a year after opening its Paris office and appointing Xavier Lambert as Head of Europe, the firm has built a high-caliber team with full execution capabilities. It has also expanded its presence across the region and raised a dedicated sidecar vehicle to support investments in new platforms throughout Europe.

Since Mr. Lambert’s arrival in late 2024, Pacific Avenue has added seven professionals in Europe across M&A, business development, operations, and administration. In addition to its Paris office, the firm now has team members in London and Zurich, enhancing its ability to source and support transactions across the continent. The team’s diverse experience positions the firm to navigate complexity and drive value across a broad range of European opportunities.

Among the recent additions are three professionals who bring deep functional expertise and strengthen Pacific Avenue’s capabilities in key European markets.

Damien Faujour joins Pacific Avenue as a Vice President based in Paris, where he focuses on deal sourcing, execution, and portfolio operations. He was previously a Vice President at OpenGate Capital and began his career in restructuring and leveraged finance at Houlihan Lokey.

Sebastian Reinecke joins Pacific Avenue as a Vice President of Operations based in Zurich. He was previously an Associate Director of Corporate Development, M&A, Strategy & Transformation at Solenis.

Pierre Chapuis joins Pacific Avenue as a Vice President of Business Development based in London, where he is focused on origination efforts across Europe. He was previously a Vice President at Mimir Invest, where he worked on sourcing complex investment opportunities, with an emphasis on corporate carve-outs.

Additionally, the team is supported by an Associate, Nicola del Dot, and Analyst, Patrick Clair, focused on M&A, as well as an office manager, Stephanie Cayla. The European team brings a strong set of sourcing, execution, and operational capabilities to Pacific Avenue’s growing European platform.

“I am proud of the exceptional team we have built in Europe in such a short period of time. With the collective expertise across Europe and North America, alongside the dedicated capital to deploy in Europe, our focus is on being the preferred solution for corporate sellers and management teams across the region, unlocking value, and driving sustainable growth.”

– Xavier Lambert, Head of Europe, Pacific Avenue Capital Partners

The firm’s growth in Europe is further underscored by the successful raise of a European sidecar vehicle alongside its recently closed second institutional fund. On August 12, 2025, Pacific Avenue announced the closing of over $1.65 billion in committed capital across Fund II and a European sidecar dedicated to pursuing new platform investment opportunities across the continent.

“Our expansion in Europe marks a pivotal step in our evolution as a global leader in complex transactions and corporate carve-outs. In under a year, we have built a highly experienced team and laid the groundwork to build a successful franchise in Europe. The strength and depth of our European platform enables us to execute with speed and certainty, reinforcing our position as the go-to partner for corporate carve-outs worldwide.”

– Chris Sznewajs, Founder and Managing Partner, Pacific Avenue Capital Partners

With a fully staffed team, growing market presence, and dedicated capital, Pacific Avenue is now firmly positioned to continue to build on its momentum as it executes its strategy of transforming businesses and being a solution provider to sellers globally.

About Pacific Avenue Capital Partners

Pacific Avenue Capital Partners is a global private equity firm, headquartered in Los Angeles with an office in Paris, France. The Firm is focused on corporate divestitures and other complex situations in the middle market. Pacific Avenue has extensive M&A and operations experience, allowing the Firm to navigate complex transactions and unlock value through operational improvement, capital investment, and accelerated growth. Pacific Avenue takes a collaborative approach in partnering with strong management teams to drive lasting and strategic change while assisting businesses in reaching their full potential. Pacific Avenue has approximately $3.8 billion of Assets Under Management (AUM) as of August 31, 2025 (based on Q2 2025 valuations presented pro forma for the Fund II and sidecar closings). The members of the Pacific Avenue team have closed over 120 transactions, including over 50 corporate divestitures, across a multitude of industries throughout their combined careers. For more information, please visit www.pacificavenuecapital.com.

CONTACT:

Chris Baddon
Principal
cbaddon@pacificavenuecapital.com

SOURCE: Pacific Avenue Capital Partners

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