Orbit Communication Systems strengthens its global defence position with $36.7 million in three strategic orders.
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Press Release, Netanya, 15 January 2024: Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a leading global provider of maritime and airborne SATCOM terminals, tracking ground station solutions, and mission-critical airborne audio management systems, has recently secured significant contracts totalling $36.7 million, solidifying its position in the defence market.
The company finalised an agreement with the Israeli Ministry of Defense for supplying advanced communication systems valued at approximately $16.6 million. Additionally, a $16.5 million frame contract was secured with the US Air Force for the upgrade, service, and maintenance of Orbit’s Airborne Digital Audio System (ADAS) communications management systems in KC-135 aircraft. This contract spans an additional 60 months, emphasising Orbit’s commitment to ensuring high-level maintenance and performance of advanced communication systems. In addition, Orbit received a $3.6 million order from a leading European integrator for satellite communication systems for naval military platforms. The OceanTRx4 systems included in the order will provide continuous broadband satellite connectivity to a prominent European fleet starting in 2026.
Daniel Eshchar, CEO of Orbit, commented: “Securing these three contracts reaffirms the acknowledgement of our technology’s reliability and superior performance. The increasing demand for advanced communication solutions across diverse applications emphasises the significance of our work, inspiring us to intensify our efforts in the coming year.”
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