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ITT Exelis awarded contract to provide radio depot modernization to international customer

Dépèche transmise le 7 décembre 2011 par Business Wire

ITT Exelis awarded contract to provide radio depot modernization to international customer

FORT WAYNE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ITT Exelis (NYSE: XLS) has been awarded a $5.1 million delivery order contract for radio depot modernization to an undisclosed international customer.

“This contract award is the latest in the effort to meet our goal of expanding internationally by providing mission-critical and affordable solutions that meet our customer’s needs”

The Exelis Electronic Systems division will provide and install the new test equipment in-country. Included in the award is highly automated test equipment, which will significantly improve the country's radio troubleshooting capability, as well as appropriate repair tools and training.

“This contract award is the latest in the effort to meet our goal of expanding internationally by providing mission-critical and affordable solutions that meet our customer’s needs,” said Ken Peterman, president of ITT Exelis Communications and Force Protection Systems business.

ITT Exelis Electronic Systems provides innovative integrated solutions for the global defense, intelligence, information assurance and commercial aerospace sectors. As a leader in electronic warfare and communications, we leverage our experience and innovation to ensure the success of our customers’ critical missions. Our technology leadership extends into the areas of airborne electronic attack, networked and satellite communications, counter-improvised explosive devices, airspace management, surveillance systems, airborne and shipboard radar, acoustic sensors, advanced composite structures and electronic weapons interfaces.

About ITT Exelis

ITT Exelis is a diversified, top-tier global aerospace, defense and information solutions company with strong positions in enduring and emerging global markets. Exelis is a leader in networked communications, sensing and surveillance, electronic warfare, navigation, air traffic solutions and information systems with growing positions in cyber security, composite aerostructures, logistics and technical services. The company has a 50-year legacy of innovation and technology expertise, partnering with customers worldwide to deliver affordable, mission-critical products and services for managing global threats, conflicts and complexities. Headquartered in McLean, VA, the company employs about 21,000 people and generated 2010 revenue of $5.9 billion. www.exelisinc.com