As Crisis Events Intensify, BlackBerry and the American Red Cross Renew Commitment to Secure and Trusted Emergency Communications
Key Highlights
- ➤BlackBerry (BB) renews partnership with American Red Cross for secure emergency communications
- ➤American Red Cross continues using BlackBerry AtHoc for disaster response and preparedness
- ➤Partnership supports coordinating responders and sharing critical information during emergencies
Expert Statements
Dubhe Beinhorn, Senior Vice President, Public Sector, BlackBerry Secure Communications
“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.”
Justin Mueller, Regional Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross Northern California Coastal Region
“Every day, Red Cross teams help people facing some of life’s most challenging moments. Effective communication enables us to mobilize responders, coordinate resources and deliver support when and where it is needed most. We value BlackBerry’s longstanding partnership and commitment to helping us strengthen our ability to serve communities before, during and after disasters.”
PLANO, TX / ACCESS Newswire / September 29, 2026 / BlackBerry Secure Communications, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) today announced the renewal of its longstanding 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 coordinate responders, share critical information and strengthen operational resilience when every second counts.
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