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John Craddock Joins L-3 as President of MPRI
NEW YORK, January 7, 2010 – L-3 Communications (NYSE:LLL) announced today the appointment of retired General Bantz J. (John) Craddock, U.S. Army, as president of its MPRI division. MPRI is a global services firm with more than 6,000 personnel working in nearly 60 countries. General Craddock succeeds retired General Carl E. Vuono as MPRI’s president. General Vuono will now focus exclusively on his positions as L-3 senior vice president and president and chief operating officer of the L-3 Services Group, the parent organization of MPRI.
General Craddock joins L-3 following a 38-year career with the Army. Prior to his retirement from the Army in June 2009, he most recently served as the Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR) and Commander in Chief of the U.S. European Command. As SACEUR, General Craddock commanded the military forces of NATO’s 28 nations and led history’s most successful alliance into new frontiers of relevance and purpose. His distinguished military career spanned leadership at all levels, including as a combat commander in Operation Desert Storm and as Commander of the U.S. Southern Command. A graduate of West Virginia University, General Craddock also received a master’s degree in military arts and sciences.
“John’s extensive leadership experience and skills will help L-3 break into new markets and build on the excellent professional services that MPRI has provided to our nation for more than 20 years,” said Michael T. Strianese, chairman, president and chief executive officer of L-3. “We are very pleased that John will be heading our MPRI division, and we look forward to his contributions as we continue to execute our business strategy.”
Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., MPRI is a recognized global leader in national security, law enforcement, the environment, international development and public health programs – both at home and abroad. All of MPRI’s products, people and programs are governed by the division’s uncompromising commitment to quality and ethics. For further information, please visit the company’s Web site at www.mpri.com.
Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 66,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in aircraft modernization and maintenance, C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of high technology products, subsystems and systems. The company reported 2008 sales of $14.9 billion.
To learn more about L-3, please visit the company’s Web site at www.L-3com.com. L-3 uses its Web site as a channel of distribution of material company information. Financial and other material information regarding L-3 is routinely posted on the company’s Web site and is readily accessible.
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Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this news release are forward-looking statements. Statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to events or conditions or that include words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “will,” “could” and similar expressions are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements set forth above involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from any such statement, including the risks and uncertainties discussed in the company’s Safe Harbor Compliance Statement for Forward-Looking Statements included in the company’s recent filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
MPRI Adds New Core Capacity to Provide Education and Training for Land, Air and Maritime Markets
D.P. Associates and MPRI Combine to Form the Training Systems Group
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — November 23, 2009 — L-3 MPRI, a global leader in ground vehicle, maritime and airport ramp simulator products as well as training services and turnkey training facilities, today announced that it has added the expertise of L-3 D.P. Associates Inc. to MPRI’s Simulations Group to form the MPRI Training Systems Group. The new entity will provide total training solutions that include world-class human performance assessments, curriculum development, advanced distributed course development, instructor-led engagements and state-of-the-art simulation-based training under one roof. The Training Systems Group is uniquely positioned to deliver comprehensive educational programs tailored for every aspect of global logistics centers. The companies’ blended training solution can teach individuals the skills necessary to operate ships at sea and in ports, to man the cranes that load and unload them, to drive the trucks that haul the cargo containers and drop them at rail terminals or distribution sites, and to carry out all of the support services that feed this enterprise.
Since 1986, D.P. Associates has been a recognized leader in the design, development and implementation of interactive multimedia instruction and training curriculum delivery via Web-based applications.
The company, which previously focused primarily on flight-related training for the Department of Defense, now with MPRI’s Simulations Group will expand to meet the needs of a variety of markets. Dennis Corrigan, the president of L-3 D.P. Associates Inc., now leads MPRI’s Training Systems Group.
“Our vision is to be recognized for excellence in delivering lifecycle training solutions that measurably improve the performance capabilities of individuals where it means the most: on the job,” said Dennis Corrigan, senior vice president and general manager of MPRI’s new Training Systems Group. “By combining expertise and resources, MPRI and DPA are uniquely positioned to offer customers a turnkey source for total training solutions of every size and scope.”
Web sites for the MPRI Training Systems Group offerings include:
About MPRI
Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, MPRI provides comprehensive and integrated programs that address training, education, leader development, organizational design and implementation, simulations, democracy transition, and emergency management across a broad spectrum of functional areas. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Justice and select international government agencies.
Learn more about MPRI at www.mpri.com.
Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 64,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in aircraft modernization and maintenance, C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of high technology products, subsystems and systems. The company reported 2007 sales of $14 billion.
To learn more about L-3, please visit the company’s web site at www.L-3Com.com.
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Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this news release are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements set forth above involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from any such statement, including the risks and uncertainties discussed in the company’s Safe Harbor Compliance Statement for Forward-looking Statements included in the company’s recent filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
L-3 / DP Associates Inc., Receives 2009 San Diego Award
U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement
WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 – L-3 Communications, DP Associates Inc., has been selected for the 2009 San Diego Award in the Research Services category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).
The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.
About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)
U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.
The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.
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MPRI Unveils Two Major Enhancements to its Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (LCHS)
Simulator Now Features a Model for Tankers Carrying Crude Oil, Products, and Chemicals,
and the WISE Assessment Tool for Optimal Skills Evaluation
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — October 14, 2009 — L-3 MPRI, a global leader in maritime and vehicle simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced it has launched the first liquid cargo handling simulator (LCHS) model for handysize products tankers capable of carrying mixed loads of crude oil, products and Class 2 chemicals. The simulator provides lifelike training in all aspects of operating such tankers. MPRI also introduced the WISE Assessment Tool that intelligently gauges students’ ability to perform multiple critical tasks at once. The new tool works across all of MPRI’s LCHS models.
Determining the proper compatibility of handysize products tankers’ oil and chemical cargoes is vital to avoiding major safety risks including spills, explosions and fires. In addition to cargo selection and composition, all other onboard operations can be conducted and practiced on the simulator, including tank preparation, cargo loading and unloading, and heating, all while accounting for stress and stability of the ship. It simulates the thermodynamic and fluid properties of liquids and gases both onboard the vessel and at the terminal ashore.
“By introducing an LCHS model for tankers that can carry crude oil, products and Class 2 chemicals, our customers enjoy unmatched versatility in a single training system, which is ideally suited for providing training and assessment in accordance with Intertanko’s Tanker Officer Training Standards (TOTS) initiative,” said Dennis Corrigan, senior vice president and general manager, Simulations Group, MPRI. “Combined with the WISE Assessment Tool, our LCHS improves cargo operators’ ability to meet tanker operating training standards and provides a risk-free environment in which to train for any type of scenario.”
The new LCHS simulator model is based on a ship built last year with nearly 33,000 cubic meters of capacity; 13 cargo tanks; two slop tanks; hydraulic cargo pumps; inert gas systems; crude oil washing and tank oil washing. The PC-based technology is easy to install and operate, and the graphics displayed on the multi-monitor configuration represent actual control systems found on vessels.
All of MPRI’s LCHS models now feature the new WISE Assessment Tool, which provides intelligent monitoring and objective feedback to students and instructors in a uniform way. Based on thousands of criteria, the tool automatically scores the operator throughout each developing scenario, providing visual feedback of progress to the instructor. Final assessment reflects not just students’ knowledge and understanding but their overall competence in undertaking complicated operations. It minimizes instructor workload during group training and also enables student-led training without an instructor.
The WISE Assessment Tool was developed jointly by professional mariners at MPRI and Warsash Maritime Academy in the U.K., and Professor Tom Addis of the University of Portsmouth in the U.K. Bringing together this level of tanker expertise with academic scholars has resulted in a very powerful and reliable assessment tool. This tool can play a vital role in tanker training and the level of competence of seafarers where a dwindling pool of available maritime lecturers exists.
MPRI offers the largest library of LCHS models available. More information is available at http://www.mpri.com/maritime/index.php/content/products_lchs/lchs/.
About MPRI
Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, MPRI provides comprehensive and integrated programs that address training, education, leader development, organizational design and implementation, simulations, democracy transition, and emergency management across a broad spectrum of functional areas. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Justice and select international government agencies.
Learn more about MPRI at www.mpri.com.
Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 64,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in aircraft modernization and maintenance, C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of high technology products, subsystems and systems. The company reported 2007 sales of $14 billion.
To learn more about L-3, please visit the company’s web site at www.L-3Com.com.
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Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this news release are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements set forth above involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from any such statement, including the risks and uncertainties discussed in the company’s Safe Harbor Compliance Statement for Forward-looking Statements included in the company’s recent filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
Army Selects L-3 to Supply Laser Marksmanship Training Systems
NEW YORK, September 21, 2009 – L-3 Communications (NYSE:LLL) announced today that the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation has awarded L-3 MPRI a sole-source, follow-on contract for its Laser Marksmanship Training System [LMTS]. This ID/IQ contract has an estimated value of $48.7 million over the initial base year and four option years. L-3 has received the program’s first delivery order, valued at $15.5 million.
LMTS is a home station or deployed, multi-purpose, modular, scalable, small arms, individual and unit marksmanship sustainment simulator that provides Preliminary Marksmanship [PMI], advanced marksmanship and remedial training capabilities.
"MPRI is honored to be afforded the opportunity to support the U.S. Army’s marksmanship training needs," said Bob Garner, senior vice president and general manager of MPRI’s Training and Technology Group. "This program will enhance the skills and experience of our young warriors and contribute to their survivability on the battlefield."
Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, MPRI provides comprehensive and integrated programs that address training, education, leader development, organizational design and implementation, simulations, democracy transition and emergency management across a broad spectrum of functional areas. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Justice, Department of State and selected international government agencies.
Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 66,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in aircraft modernization and maintenance, C3ISR [Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance] systems and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of high technology products, subsystems and systems. The company reported 2008 sales of $14.9 billion.
To learn more about L-3, please visit the company’s Web site at www.L-3com.com. L-3 uses its Web site as a channel of distribution of material company information. Financial and other material information regarding L-3 is routinely posted on the company’s Web site and is readily accessible.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this news release are forward-looking statements. Statements that are predictive in nature, that depend upon or refer to events or conditions or that include words such as "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "will," "could" and similar expressions are forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements set forth above involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from any such statement, including the risks and uncertainties discussed in the company’s Safe Harbor Compliance Statement for Forward-looking Statements included in the company’s recent filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements speak only as of the date made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
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