Ms. Dubhe Beinhorn reports

AS CRISIS EVENTS INTENSIFY, BLACKBERRY AND THE AMERICAN RED CROSS RENEW COMMITMENT TO SECURE AND TRUSTED EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS

BlackBerry Secure Communications, a division of BlackBerry Ltd., has renewed its long-standing partnership with the American Red Cross, building on years of collaboration to support disaster response and humanitarian operations through secure communications solutions.

As climate-related disasters and other large-scale emergencies become more frequent and complex, organizations are increasingly recognizing that resilient communications are a critical component of preparedness, response and recovery. Through this renewed partnership, BlackBerry will continue supporting the American Red Cross with solutions that help co-ordinate responders, share critical information and strengthen operational resilience when every second counts.

For years, the American Red Cross has used BlackBerry AtHoc to support disaster response and preparedness efforts, helping co-ordinate responders, share critical information and strengthen operational resilience when it matters most.

"Helping organizations share critical information during emergencies is at the heart of what we do. We're proud to continue supporting the American Red Cross and its humanitarian mission through mission-critical secure communications that strengthen preparedness, response and recovery," said Dubhe Beinhorn, senior vice-president, public sector, BlackBerry Secure Communications.

"Every day, Red Cross teams help people facing some of life's most challenging moments. Effective communication enables us to mobilize responders, co-ordinate resources and deliver support when and where it is needed most. We value BlackBerry's long-standing partnership and commitment to helping us strengthen our ability to serve communities before, during and after disasters," said Justin Mueller, regional chief executive officer, American Red Cross northern California coastal region.

As emergency events continue to evolve, BlackBerry and the American Red Cross remain committed to helping strengthen preparedness, response and recovery efforts through secure, trusted and resilient communications.

About BlackBerry Ltd.

BlackBerry provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ont., the company's high performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security and reliability. With a deep heritage in secure communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications and critical event management.