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Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) announced the appointment of Willem Appelo as Chief Operations Officer, effective October 1, 2022, succeeding Sophie Bechu. Appelo brings extensive experience in supply chain management from Johnson & Johnson and private equity firms. His role will focus on enhancing Philips' health technology solutions. Bechu, who has been with Philips since 2016, will assist in the transition until her retirement in January 2023. This leadership change underscores Philips' commitment to strengthening its executive team in the medical technology sector.

Philips Foundation announced its 2021 Annual Report showcasing its mission to provide quality healthcare to underserved communities. Over 17 million people benefited from 24 projects in collaboration with NGOs and community groups, doubling the previous year's figure. The foundation launched a new social impact investment vehicle to support early-stage social enterprises. It also initiated disaster relief efforts in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Ukraine crisis, reflecting its commitment to sustainable healthcare solutions for vulnerable populations.

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) is showcasing its innovations at EuroPCR 2022, enabling ultra-low contrast percutaneous coronary intervention (ULC-PCI). These solutions enhance procedure planning and patient safety by co-registering intravascular ultrasound and physiological assessment data onto angiograms, reducing iodinated contrast media use. This is particularly beneficial for patients at risk of acute kidney injury. The company aims to improve outcomes for complex patients through advanced imaging technologies, allowing for safer, more effective coronary interventions.

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) announced the international launch of EchoNavigator 4.0 at EuroPCR 2022. This advanced image-guided therapy solution enhances minimally-invasive treatment for structural heart disease by integrating real-time echocardiography and X-ray imaging. Key features include 3D anatomical modeling and transseptal puncture guidance, improving procedural confidence and precision. The product aims to address the rising demand for effective cardiovascular care amidst staffing shortages, ultimately supporting better patient outcomes.

Royal Philips announced the approval of a EUR 0.85 per share dividend at its 2022 AGM, reflecting its commitment to shareholder returns. The company appointed Herna Verhagen and Sanjay Poonen as new Supervisory Board members, while Paul Stoffels and Marc Harrison were re-appointed. The Advisory vote on the 2021 Remuneration Report has been noted, with Philips promising to engage with shareholder feedback for future reports. Other approvals included Ernst & Young as the auditor and the adoption of financial statements.

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its new MR 7700 3.0T MR system, designed to enhance diagnostic imaging with exceptional performance and precision.

The system integrates AI features to streamline workflows, providing clinicians with capabilities to image multiple nuclei efficiently. Key benefits include up to 35% shorter scan times and improved signal-to-noise ratios, translating to enhanced patient care and lower operational costs.

Philips showcases the MR 7700 at the ISMRM annual meeting and focuses on its multi-nuclei capabilities to improve clinical pathways.

KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V. has announced the results of its tender offers for its existing Euro Notes amounting to €1.5 billion. Valid offers were received for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Euro Notes, with total amounts of €196.98 million, €224.54 million, and €154.47 million respectively. The company will accept these offers at prices above par, leading to a total settlement on May 10, 2022. Remaining outstanding amounts post-settlement include €303.02 million for the 2023 Notes and €275.47 million for the 2024 Notes, both of which are slated for redemption.

KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V. announced the results of its tender offers for its outstanding Euro notes, with a total of €196,976,000 in 2023 Euro Notes, €224,535,000 in 2024 Euro Notes, and €154,471,000 in 2025 Euro Notes validly tendered. The company intends to accept all validly tendered Existing Notes without pro-ration. The maximum acceptance amount for the offers is set at €230,193,677.02. Settlement is expected on 10 May 2022. Existing Notes not accepted will remain outstanding, and the company plans to redeem them post-settlement.

Royal Philips announced the results of its tender offer for its outstanding debentures. As of the May 5, 2022 expiration time, approximately $20.86 million in aggregate principal amount was validly tendered and not withdrawn. No notes were tendered under guaranteed delivery procedures. The settlement date for accepted notes is expected to be May 10, 2022, with holders receiving accrued interest. The offer impacts the 2025 Series A, 2025 Series B, and 2026 Notes, with specific principal amounts tendered detailed in the release.