WALTHAM, Mass., Dec. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- QinetiQ North
America (QNA) today announced that it has been awarded a United
States Army contract to build, refurbish and modernize QNA's TALON
IV military robots used extensively in combat in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Through the U.S. Army's Contracting Command in Warren, Michigan, QNA was awarded in September
the contract worth over $17.5 million
for spare parts and upgrades to its fleet of TALON robots. The
spares will sustain fielded systems in operation today while the
upgrade and modernization of the battle tested TALON robot will
continue to provide life-saving support to U.S. warfighters in both
current operations and future deployments.
QNA has also been awarded an IDIQ (Indefinite Duration,
Indefinite Quantity) contract through the Naval Surface Warfare
Center under the Man Transportable Robotic System (MTRS) program.
This 3-year IDIQ contract, which could be worth up to $30 million, from Naval EOD Technology Division
for TALON MTRS Mk2, provides for purchase of new systems,
reconditioning, upgrades and spare parts for the MTRS Mk2 fleet of
TALON robots.
"QinetiQ North America is very proud of the role our robots play
in providing lifesaving standoff for our warfighters when in harm's
way. We are also grateful for the confidence shown by the U.S.
Military in the robust and reliable capabilities provided through
our family of robots," said Derek
Daly, Vice President of Land Systems at QNA.
Both contracts were signed in September
2014.
About QinetiQ North America
QinetiQ North America (QNA) is a subsidiary of QinetiQ Group plc,
the FTSE250 company listed on the London Stock Exchange
(LSE:QQ.L). QNA delivers world-class technology and
revolutionary products to defense, security and commercial markets
worldwide. Our products include warfighter protection, unmanned
systems, power sensors and control systems and transportation
safety solutions. Customers rely on our products to increase
readiness, improve mission effectiveness, streamline operations,
increase situational awareness and enhance security. QNA is
headquartered in Waltham,
Massachusetts. For more information visit
www.qinetiq-na.com.
Contacts:
Julie Collura
Communications Manager
1.781.250.9618
Julie.Collura@QinetiQ-NA.com
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