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Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney is an American aerospace manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and services aircraft engines and auxiliary power units.

CCI Score

CCI Score: Pratt & Whitney

-29.69

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Corporate Citizenship Initiatives at Pratt & Whitney

Pratt & Whitney announced its corporate citizenship program, which emphasizes community investment, STEM education, veteran support, and racial & social equity through annual charitable grant funding. These initiatives demonstrate the company's commitment to ethical business practices that counter authoritarian tendencies.

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Pratt & Whitney is currently rated as an Accomplice.

-20 to -29 CCI Score
These companies profit from authoritarian practices through their business dealings. Although they may not be directly enforcing oppressive policies, their actions contribute to the economic and operational sustenance of authoritarian regimes.

Latest Events

  • JUL
    01
    2025

    Pratt & Whitney announced its corporate citizenship program, which emphasizes community investment, STEM education, veteran support, and racial & social equity through annual charitable grant funding. These initiatives demonstrate the company's commitment to ethical business practices that counter authoritarian tendencies.

  • +80

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 25

    The program reflects positive public behavior by investing in community development and social equity, which helps counter authoritarian influences. The visible support for underserved communities and emphasis on diverse talent contribute to a healthy civic environment.

    Corporate Citizenship | Pratt & Whitney

  • +90

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    March 25

    The company's proactive investment in ethical initiatives, including grant programs and support for STEM and veteran communities, demonstrates a high level of corporate responsibility. These business practices help build community resilience against exploitative and authoritarian practices.

    Corporate Citizenship | Pratt & Whitney

  • JAN
    03
    2025

    Union members rallied against mandatory unpaid furloughs imposed by Pratt & Whitney, highlighting significant concerns over labor relations and ethical practices in worker treatment. The protest underscores tensions between management decisions and worker rights amid contract negotiations.

  • -60

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    March 25

    Pratt & Whitney's use of mandatory unpaid furloughs has sparked union protests, revealing deep issues in labor relations and ethical responsibility. Such practices not only undermine employee rights but also contribute to an environment that favors cost-cutting over fair labor practices, potentially fueling broader authoritarian trends by devaluing worker welfare.

    Workers protest furloughs at CT-based aerospace giant Pratt & Whitney

  • JAN
    03
    2025

    Pratt & Whitney machinists, represented by the IAM union, held a rally protesting recent furloughs that left workers without income. The protest, which attracted allied unions and political figures, highlighted deep concerns over labor rights and set the stage for contentious contract negotiations.

  • -70

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 25

    Pratt & Whitney's decision to furlough workers has had a detrimental impact on labor rights and job security. The rally, marked by signs like 'Locked Out by Corporate Greed', underscores the company's neglect of fair labor practices and respect for worker dignity. This behavior aligns with a broader pattern of corporate practices that undermine the well-being of the labor force, thereby fueling discontent and contributing indirectly to authoritarian labor control mechanisms.

    News Analysis: Pratt machinists hold rally over furloughs, a shot across the bow before negotiations this spring

  • DEC
    06
    2024

    Pratt & Whitney was highlighted in a Politico article for engaging in aggressive lobbying to fend off contract challengers for its role as the engine supplier for the F-35 fighter jet. This activity underscores concerns over corporate influence in defense contracting and its potential impact on democratic accountability.

  • -50

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 25

    The reported lobbying effort by Pratt & Whitney, as mentioned in Politico, raises red flags regarding the firm’s reliance on political influence to secure and defend lucrative defense contracts. Such political maneuvering contributes to an environment where corporate interests may unduly influence public policy in favor of authoritarian practices and militarism.

    RTX, Boeing lobbyist hangs a shingle - POLITICO

  • JAN
    10
    2022

    A class action lawsuit filed in January 2022 alleges that Pratt & Whitney engaged in secret no-poach agreements that suppressed wages and limited job mobility, undermining fair labor practices and workers' rights.

  • -80

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 25

    The lawsuit claims that Pratt & Whitney participated in illegal no-poach agreements designed to stifle competition for skilled labor. By restricting employee mobility and suppressing wages, these practices reflect a breach of ethical labor relations. Such behavior not only violates antitrust laws but also contributes to broader economic inequalities that can empower authoritarian practices by undermining worker rights.

    Lawsuit Filed Against Pratt & Whitney and Other Aerospace Companies Over Illegal No-Poach Hiring Agreements

  • JAN
    07
    2021

    A class-action suit has been filed alleging that Pratt & Whitney engaged in no‐poach agreements aimed at suppressing competition among aerospace workers. The lawsuit claims that such practices limited employee mobility and bargaining power, thereby undermining fair labor practices and contributing to unethical business conduct.

  • -50

    Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

    March 25

    The alleged no‐poach agreements, as described in the lawsuit, reflect a deliberate strategy to manipulate labor markets by restricting competition for key aerospace talent. This collusive behavior not only suppresses wages and undermines workers’ rights, but also reflects unethical business practices that favor corporate profit over fair labor standards. Such actions contribute to a broader pattern of corporate behavior that may empower authoritarian practices by limiting worker agency and reinforcing hierarchical market control.

    Raytheon, P&W and suppliers face civil suit related to alleged hiring manipulation

  • DEC
    15
    2019

    The US Department of Justice indicted six aerospace executives—including a former Pratt & Whitney employee—alleging they conspired to restrict hiring competition and suppress labor costs. This alleged collusion, spanning from 2011 to 2019 and culminating in charges filed on December 15, 2019, highlights concerns over fair labor practices in the aerospace industry, potentially contributing to exploitative business practices that can dovetail with authoritarian economic models.

  • -50

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 25

    The indictment reveals that top aerospace executives, including a former Pratt & Whitney official, engaged in a 'no poaching' agreement intended to suppress competition and regulate labor costs. Such practices undermine fair labor relations by limiting workers' opportunities and preserving exploitative conditions, a dynamic that aligns with broader authoritarian economic practices which stifle worker rights and collective bargaining.

    US government indicts six aerospace executives on allegations of manipulating labour markets

Industries

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Aircraft Manufacturing
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Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing
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Engineering Services