MONTREAL, Sept. 9, 2026 /CNW/ -- (NASDAQ:CAE) (TSX:CAE) – CAE has been included in the first edition of the World's Best Companies 2026. This prestigious award is presented by TIME and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on September 9^th, 2026, and can be viewed on Time.com.

The World's Best Companies 2026 ranking highlights leading global organizations that exemplify excellence in today's corporate landscape. Companies were evaluated using three primary data sources: Employee Satisfaction, Revenue Growth, and Sustainability Transparency. Out of hundreds of thousands of data points assessed, the top 1,000 companies were recognized for outstanding performance across these key areas. Based on the results of the study, CAE is honored to be recognized on TIME's list of the World's Best Companies 2026.

Statista publishes hundreds of worldwide industry rankings and company listings with high-profile media partners. This research and analysis service is based on the success of statista.com, the leading data and business intelligence portal that provides statistics, relevant business data, and various market and consumer studies and surveys.

"This recognition belongs to the exceptional people of CAE. Their expertise, discipline and commitment to excellence are what set us apart. We are proud of what we have built and confident in what comes next as we continue to build a stronger CAE," said Matthew Bromberg, President and Chief Executive Officer of CAE.

About CAE

At CAE, we exist to make the world safer. We deliver cutting-edge training, simulation, and critical operations solutions to prepare aviation professionals and defence forces for the moments that matter. Every day, we empower pilots, cabin crew, maintenance technicians, airlines, business aviation operators, and defence and security personnel to perform at their best and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we're everywhere customers need us to be with sites and training locations in over 40 countries. For nearly 80 years, CAE has been at the forefront of innovation, consistently seeking to set the standard by delivering excellence in high-fidelity flight simulators and training solutions, while embedding sustainability at the heart of everything we do. By harnessing technology and enhancing human performance, we strive to be the trusted partner in advancing safety and mission readiness - today and tomorrow.

CAE Contacts:

Media Relations:

Samantha Golinski, Senior Vice President, Communications

+1-438-805-5856, samantha.golinski@cae.com

Investor Relations:

Andrew Arnovitz, Chief Strategy Officer

+1-514-734-5760, andrew.arnovitz@cae.com

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