http://www.mpri.com/main/newsroom.shtml Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:41:48 EDT The latest news from MPRI Newsroom. en-us Copyright MPRI 2008 david@comptoncoms.com Coranto using the Feed Builder Addon http://www.mpri.com/main/images/logo08.gifhttp://www.mpri.com/main/newsroom.shtml14070 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:38:00 EDT http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EkEZkZZulpfAoWwMPf http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EkEZkZZulpfAoWwMPf
ALEXANDRIA, Va., and FAIRFIELD, Calif. - MPRI, a global leader in vehicle simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced that California’s Fairfield Police Department has purchased three PatrolSim IV driver training simulators, which will be housed in the department’s brand new, state-of-the-art training facility.

“We sought best-in-breed solutions for every aspect of our facility in order to raise the bar for training among peace officers here and across the state,” said Captain Rick Leonardini, Fairfield Police Department. “After a thorough search, only MPRI’s PatrolSim IV met our criteria for the training experience we envisioned. We purchased three of them so officers can train both independently and in tandem as part of a chase sequence comprised of a lead car, secondary car and supervisor. And the PatrolSim IV works with our use-of-force simulator, which is an important way for us to maximize the benefits of this technology.”

Each PatrolSim IV enables Fairfield officers to practice tactical driving skills in a life-like yet completely risk-free environment, without incurring expenses for gas. The simulators feature three high-resolution plasma display panels, a cruiser seat, steering wheel and standard dash to provide unmatched driving realism. Instructors navigate trainees through scenarios like traffic stops, pursuits and emergency responses via a touch screen, exposing them to various driving conditions and maneuvers in a single session.

“Fairfield PD is taking a real leadership position by incorporating three networked driver simulators into its one-of-a-kind facility and curriculum,” said Richard Gerding, senior vice president and general manager, Simulations Group, MPRI. “Its officers will be among the best trained in the state, and the citizens of Fairfield will be safer and better served as a result.”

The 39,000-square-foot Fairfield Police/Art Koch Training Facility, which opened in April, is the largest and most advanced indoor center of its kind in the state. In addition to the simulator center, it features a 20-lane, 25-yard pistol range; a six-lane, 100-yard rifle range; a 3,200-square-foot mat room for weaponless defense training; classrooms that accommodate up to 75 students; and a 20-seat conference room. The facility is named for Art Koch, the only Fairfield PD law enforcement officer to die in the line of duty. Koch was actively involved in advancing the training of the force during his tenure there.

All of the department’s 135 officers will be trained at the center on an ongoing basis, and the department will welcome other California agencies to use the facility as well. Fairfield PD is engaging in a certification process with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (CAL POST), which recognizes achievement in education, training and experience. Most training currently conducted by Fairfield PD is POST-certified.

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.

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. 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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MPRI, a global leader in vehicle and maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced it has launched its expansion into the waste management market with a national training campaign for refuse truck drivers. The National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) selected MPRI to deliver state-of-the-art training to drivers in 12 cities across the country. NSWMA is a trade association representing for-profit companies that provide waste collection, recycling and disposal services, as well as companies that provide professional and consulting services to the waste services industry.

The campaign marks the first time that refuse truck driver training has been provided on a national scale through state-of-the-art, simulator-based technology. Simulators are a valuable training tool, providing drivers the opportunity to practice complex driving scenarios in a risk-free environment. Safety is a top concern in the $50 billion waste management industry with waste collection frequently identified as a high hazard occupation.

NSWMA is providing training free of charge under a grant provided by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). A total of 384 drivers will be trained on MPRI’s TranSim VS IV driver simulator with software tailored specifically for the waste management industry. The campaign kicks off in Louisville, Ky., on March 3, and will continue throughout the month in Chicago, St. Louis, Dallas, Atlanta, Philadelphia, New York and Boston, as well as Memphis, Tenn.; Raleigh, N.C.; Tulsa, Okla.; and Washington, D.C.

“NSWMA is breaking new ground in its commitment to industry safety through this initiative, and we are pleased that they selected us to provide this important training,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “Waste collection is a hazardous job and we are proud to play a key role in improving workplace conditions — and even saving lives — by teaching drivers techniques for operating equipment in the safest manner possible.”

“Safety should be a top priority for every member of the NSWMA, and that is why we’re excited to offer the largest, most accessible driver training program to date,” said David Biderman, safety director, NSWMA. “We are confident that MPRI’s innovative program will support our goal to reduce accidents and injuries involving solid waste collection vehicles and employees.”

Each two-hour training session will feature standard classroom and computer-based training as well as hands-on driving time on MPRI’s TranSim VS IV simulator. Because there are different types of waste collection vehicles, MPRI designed the simulator’s software to support a variety of equipment including residential and automatic tippers and commercial collection haulers. Since the events will take place in metropolitan settings where drivers must often operate in tight spaces such as alleys, training will focus heavily on space management and backing up.

NSWMA also recently launched a national safety awareness campaign called “Slow Down To Get Around” to generate public awareness of the need to slow down and give waste collection workers the space they need to do their jobs safely. Together, the training and public awareness campaigns are expected to contribute to the steady downward trend in workplace injuries for solid waste workers.

Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, MPRI is a recognized leader in maritime, driver and laser marksmanship simulation technology products, services and training capabilities.

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.

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. 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.

About National Solid Wastes Management Association
National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA) is a trade association representing for-profit companies in North America that provide solid, hazardous and medical waste collection, recycling and disposal services, as well as companies that provide professional and consulting services to the waste services industry.

Founded in 1962, NSWMA’s members range from large publicly-traded companies to small privately-owned companies operating in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Members share NSWMA’s mission, which is to promote the management of waste in a manner that is environmentally responsible, efficient, profitable and ethical, while benefiting the public and protecting employees by providing educational and training opportunities, research, and federal and state advocacy capability.

To learn more about NSWMA, please visit the organization’s Web site at www.nswma.org.

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ALEXANDRIA, Va., and WASHINGTON, D.C. — MPRI, a global leader in vehicle and maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, recently announced it will provide simulator-based training for snowplow drivers in Washington, D.C. Approximately 200 drivers of light and heavy snowplows will be trained on a TranSim VS IV simulator with software tailored specifically for the District of Columbia. This marks the first time that the district has offered simulator training to its snowplow operators.

“Since most snow events in the D.C. area tend to be moderate, with only a few inches of accumulation, it is difficult to provide snowplow drivers with the training they need to prepare for the major snowstorms we typically experience every few years,” said William Howland, director of the Washington, D.C., Department of Public Works. “In the past, we’ve tried training drivers using sand instead of snow, but we felt it didn’t offer a realistic learning experience. I am confident the simulator training will better prepare our drivers to handle the varied winter storms that we see here in D.C.”

MPRI is a leader in the field of snowplow simulator training, having taught employees of more than eight state transportation departments as well as several other state and local agencies. MPRI is the only company in North America with exclusive snowplow software, which includes various snowplow vehicle types and plowing scenarios. The TranSim VS IV simulator used for snowplow training offers approximately double the resolution of other simulators on the market, providing students a more realistic training environment. It also features six replay views, allowing for immediate and detailed performance feedback.

“I believe the department’s decision to seek out driver simulator training really demonstrates its dedication to the safety of its drivers and the residents of Washington, D.C.,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “I am confident the high degree of realism offered by our TranSim VS IV will give snowplow drivers the practical, most effective behind-the-wheel driving experience they need to prepare for the upcoming winter season.”

The software that will be utilized during training is customized specifically for Washington, D.C., and will include streets that are a mix of expressways, bridges, four-lane arterial streets, two-lane collector streets and single-lane residential streets. Local D.C.-area landmarks and street signs also add to the realism of the simulated environment. The training will feature both daytime and nighttime scenarios with varying conditions such as snow, fog and icy roads.

“I share Mr. Howland’s interest in this training program and look forward to seeing the results,” said Emeka Moneme, director of the D.C. Department of Transportation. “It requires a certain level of expertise to safely operate a snowplow. Allowing our drivers the opportunity to practice difficult scenarios in a risk-free environment will enhance their ability to safely plow under varied snow conditions. We have some drivers who have been with us for years, and others who will be plowing for the first time this year, and I feel that training on a simulator will be of great assistance to all of them.”

A recent study on snowplow simulator training found that this type of curriculum benefited all who used it, regardless of their level of experience. The study, conducted by David Strayer at the University of Utah, found that all drivers who received simulator training showed reductions in both the frequency and costliness of accidents, regardless of their years of experience operating a snowplow. Surveys also revealed that drivers of all experience levels found using the simulator helpful and recommended it as a standard part of driver training.

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 63,000 people worldwide and is a prime system 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 2006 sales of $12.5 billion.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at www.L-3Com.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va., and ALTONA NORTH, Victoria — MPRI, a global leader in vehicle and maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced it is the exclusive provider of driver training simulators to DECA Training, the largest driving school in Australia. The sale makes DECA the first driving school in Australia to offer simulation-based training, and also marks the first time MPRI has modified its training simulators for right-hand drive (RHD). The official launch of the new simulators at DECA took place on Oct. 18. Government officials, clients, suppliers and other members of the driving industry attended the event.

Because motorists in Australia drive on the left-hand side of the road while seated on the right-hand side of their vehicle, MPRI had to modify its simulators for RHD. This included moving the steering wheel and transmission and changing the configuration of the control panel. In addition, adjustments had to be made to the software, including switching street signs so they appear on the opposite side of the road and reversing traffic arrows that appear on pavement.

DECA purchased three MPRI TranSim VS IV simulators which will be integrated into the school’s existing program. TranSim VS IV simulators feature a 3-channel plasma screen immersive driving environment and provide real-time feedback for drivers as they encounter situations such as tire blowouts or shifting loads. In the basic mode, users are able to choose from more than 140 transmissions, 240 engines and 33 axle ratios, and four different driving environments: rural, suburban, freeway and mountain pass.

Ian Bushby, managing director of DECA Training, spent more than two years researching different simulators and traveling worldwide to meet with vendors in his search for the best simulator to fit DECA’s needs before selecting MPRI. “Ultimately, I chose MPRI because of its technological capabilities, ease of use and willingness to customize its existing simulator to meet our needs,” said Bushby.

“We worked closely with DECA to ensure that we met their RHD needs and are proud they selected our simulators to integrate into their driving instruction curriculum,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “I am confident the TranSim VS IV simulators will enhance DECA’s existing curriculum and further assist its students as they learn the skills necessary to become safe, conscientious drivers.”

In addition to its training programs for truck drivers, DECA offers courses designed for bus, coach and taxi drivers, forklift operators and motorcyclists. The company also offers various driving courses designed for motorists. More than 10,000 drivers receive training annually at DECA’s eight training facilities in Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand.

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 selected international government agencies.

Learn more about MPRI at www.mpri.com

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 63,000 people worldwide and is a prime system 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 2006 sales of $12.5 billion.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's web site at www.L-3Com.com.

About DECA Training
With more than 30 years of experience in training drivers, DECA Training is Australia’s foremost driver training and education provider. They offer courses for light vehicles, motor bikes, heavy vehicles, bus and coach, and forklift and warehousing. Based in Altona North, Victoria, DECA Training also operates training facilities in Shepparton, Carrum Downs, and Newburgh in Victoria; Sydney and Cessnock in New South Wales; Hobart, Moonah, Tasmania; and Manukau City, Auckland, New Zealand.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — MPRI, an L-3 Communications company and global leader in vehicle and maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced that it has joined forces with North America’s leading manufacturer of motor coaches to produce a state-of-the-art motor coach driving simulator. This agreement with Motor Coach Industries (MCI) of Schaumburg, Ill., a reseller of MPRI simulators, will eventually lead to the most realistic simulated driving experience available for drivers of intercity coaches.

The MCI coach simulators offer diverse training experiences in a virtual motor coach environment closely resembling the driver’s area of an actual MCI coach. Its features can assess and improve driver performance in a variety of scenarios including traffic, mountains, dusk and poor weather conditions.

“We are pleased to offer the market a coach driving simulator designed exclusively for operators with MCI models,” said Ken Russell, MCI vice president of aftermarket support. “Many others in related industries that use a driver training simulator are experiencing exceptional results including in driver retention and fewer accidents.”

Realistic simulator training decreases the need for on-the-road instruction, resulting in reductions in training time and fuel consumption, and a boost to training efficiency. MCI officials expect the first trainees to complete training as early as the third quarter.

“We worked closely with MCI to customize our simulator for the most realistic virtual motor coach experience available anywhere,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president, MPRI. “That’s the approach we take with all our clients, and we’re proud that we’ve designed simulators for training in vehicles for industries from the military and law enforcement to long-haul freight and private fleets.”

About MPRI, Inc.
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 selected international government agencies. To learn more about MPRI, please visit the company’s Web site at www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 63,000 people worldwide and is a prime system 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 2006 sales of $12.5 billion. To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's web site at www.L-3Com.com.

About Motor Coach Industries
With headquarters in Schaumburg, Ill., and plants in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Pembina, North Dakota, Motor Coach Industries is a leading manufacturer of intercity coaches, serving charter and tour operators; line-haul and scheduled-service operators; transit agencies; and conversion companies throughout North America. With more than 2,000 employees, MCI also operates seven sales centers and nine MCI service centers and is a leading supplier of coach and bus replacement parts.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — MPRI, a global leader in vehicle and maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced the sale of its M-1114 state-of-the-art convoy and combat patrol driver’s training program to U.S. Army soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division at Fort Drum in New York state. Through a collaborative effort with Toronto-based drive for life, the companies are providing a comprehensive simulator-based training program to provide drivers realistic experience in challenging situations in a no-risk environment, uniquely improving both driving behaviors and skills through an integrated training approach.

“Our immersive simulation trainer gives the troops at Fort Drum the ability to structure, conduct, analyze and reinforce combat driver training in an interactive and lifelike environment,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “With so many military vehicles currently deployed to other parts of the world and unavailable for training use, our program offers soldiers vital driving experience that may ultimately save lives.”

“We have identified that driving has become a critical combat skill just like shooting, communications and medical skills. As a former battalion commander in Baghdad, I have seen the importance of having confident, competent drivers in the combat zone. So when we had the opportunity to simulate combat driving skills in a very realistic simulator that provides the appropriate context for a fantastic curriculum from drive for life, the 10th Mountain Division took advantage of it,” said Lt. Col. Mark Meadows, chief of future training strategies for the 10th Mountain Division. “Since having the M-1114 simulator at Fort Drum, we have seen an immediate improvement in this critical skill. I am very impressed with this service and convinced that this training will save lives.”

The simulator trains soldiers on three vehicle simulators — a standard commercial vehicle, a standard HMMWV and an M-1114. The three-part training familiarizes drivers with specific differences in maneuverability among the different vehicles, and how to respond to them. More than 50 Fort Drum non-commissioned officers (NCO) have been trained to be assistant instructors, so soldiers can complete the program under their customary reporting structures. The system allows NCOs to gauge the aptitudes of potential drivers and assign roles accordingly.

“Our proprietary ‘SPOT’ training curriculum, Scan, Predict, Options, Taking Action, involves conditioning drivers to fully engage in the driving activity, constantly using their eyes to scan the area and predict what they might encounter,” said John Williamson, founder, drive for life. “That mental preparation and repetitive practice enables them to quickly and automatically evaluate options and effectively take action when necessary — important for combat and other high-pressure situations.”

The M-1114 trainer comes equipped with an Instructor Operating Station that controls every aspect of training “missions,” enabling leaders to seed routine duty sequences with threats like improvised explosive devices (IEDs), coordinated ambushes and convoy stops. A pilot project to evaluate training results was conducted in summer 2006, followed by fine-tuning and additional customization to ensure the utmost applicability to environments that soldiers might encounter upon deployment. Formal training began April 24, 2007.

The M-1114 up-armored High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV or “Humvee”) in use by the U.S. military features reinforced steel plating and ballistic-resistant windows as well as other up-armament enhancements and weighs in excess of 14,000 pounds. Two thousand pounds heavier than a standard HMMWV, the M-1114 presents inherent driving challenges such as a longer lead time in braking and frequent occurrence of rollover.

About MPRI
Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., MPRI is a recognized leader in maritime, driver and laser marksmanship simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. Learn more about MPRI at www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs over 63,000 people worldwide and is a prime system 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 2006 sales of $12.5 billion. To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's web site at www.L-3Com.com.

About drive for life
drive for life is a Toronto-based company that is leading the development of simulator training environments for drivers (www.driveforlife.ca).

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — MPRI, a global leader in vehicle and maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced that its Mark III™ Motion-Based Driver Training Simulator and associated training program are now in operation at Walker Concrete in the Atlanta area. On May 7th, the company held a grand opening event for state and local government and safety officials to unveil its new MPRI product and demonstrate the Mark III’s capabilities.

Georgia Congressman Lynn Westmoreland, Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond and WSB-TV personality Captain Herb Emory participated in demos and celebrated the full operation of the Mark III at last Monday’s Jonesboro, Ga., event. Walker Concrete is the leading supplier of concrete products and related services in the south metro Atlanta area, with more than 150 trucks, 250 employees and nine locations.

“The Mark III has proven to be an invaluable tool in training our drivers,” said Doug Walker, owner, Walker Concrete. “We started training drivers in early January and so far our safety record this year has been phenomenal. And we’ve already seen a huge decrease in maintenance costs due to clutch and brake adjustments.”

The Mark III combines a fully operational truck cab with digital simulation technology and sound and vibration systems to create life-like training experiences to improve driving skills and behaviors. The unit also includes computer-based curriculum and a classroom program to leverage the educational benefits of a variety of training modalities. Walker officials customized the simulator to mimic the heavy weight and nine-foot center of gravity of a rotating ready-mix concrete truck. They plan to combine initial training of new drivers with regular recertification of experienced ones to ensure the highest possible level of learning retention.

“At Walker Concrete, the protection of our people, our environment and those we share the roads with is of critical importance,” said Jim Simpson, VP of Risk Management, Walker Concrete. “We foster a culture of continuous learning and safety for all, and our new MPRI simulator is the focal point of our driver training program.”

“The Mark III simulator can easily be tailored to provide realistic training for any commercial vehicle under virtually any driving conditions,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “The simulator’s versatility allows safety-conscious companies in a wide range of industries to instill their drivers with the skills and instincts to safely react to whatever scenarios they encounter.”

About MPRI
Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., MPRI is a recognized leader in maritime, driver and laser marksmanship simulation technology products, services and training capabilities.

Learn more about MPRI at www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuzes, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at www.L-3Com.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. - MPRI, a global leader in maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced it has signed a contract with one of the world’s largest international maritime terminals to provide a crane simulator for the purpose of training crane operators. DP World, headquartered in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates, purchased a version of MPRI’s hiCRANE2 simulator and plans to integrate the unit into its existing training program over the next several months. MPRI will be at booth #F7 to discuss the complete capabilities of the hiCRANE2 simulator at this year’s TOC 2007 Asia conference in Hong Kong, March 13-15, 2007.

“The hiCRANE2 simulator can easily be tailored to meet the needs of various port terminal systems, and we continue to work closely with some of the world’s major terminal operators to encourage simulation training,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “Because of the simulator’s versatility, companies can incorporate MPRI methods into existing training doctrines with greater ease.”

DP World purchased a hiCRANE2 simulator fixed-installation which will be located in the company’s elite training facility based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Crane operators for DP World will train on the first-to-market crane simulator featuring new tandem-lift technology, not yet in use by any other port. The terminal also received an EVa System as an added application to the hiCRANE2. A newly established Web-based evaluation system and tool, EVa allows customers to organize relevant information for appraisal of both students and instructors using the simulator.

“Not only is the MPRI crane simulator a quality, high-tech addition to our existing training program, but it provides us with a way to assess the performance of both our instructors and trainees,” said John Pugh, line manager, DP World Jebel Ali. “This added value increases efficiency within our training model.”

About MPRI
Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, MPRI is a recognized leader in maritime, driver and laser marksmanship simulation technology products, services and training capabilities.

Learn more about MPRI at www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuzes, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at www.L-3Com.com.

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. 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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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 21, 2007--L-3 Communications (NYSE: LLL) announced today that its MPRI subsidiary, a global provider of vehicle and maritime simulation training, products and services, signed an agreement with United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI), the world's largest equipment rental company, to provide driver training to its company drivers during the next year. MPRI will use two self-contained mobile classrooms, each equipped with two TranSimVS IV driver training simulators, to train drivers at various United Rentals branches throughout the United States and Canada.

The program, which began on February 19, will deploy MPRI-certified instructors to train 8,000 United Rentals drivers. Using a custom curriculum designed specifically to meet United Rentals' unique requirements, the MPRI course will teach drivers "Space Management" principles using techniques which focus on good decision making and reducing accidents. Three integrated methodologies have been designed to meet these specific requirements; instructor-led, computer-based and simulator training, to help drivers achieve proficiency in the course objectives.

"Each MPRI driving course is developed to meet the specific training needs of a company," said Terry Tucker, Senior Vice President of MPRI. "MPRI's goal is to create an effective tool to integrate with our customers' existing training models to provide optimal levels of safety to employees."

The TranSimVS IV driver training simulator combines three-channel plasma screens with 180 degrees of true-to-life viewing in a mobile environment, steering that provides real-time feedback to augment muscle memory in maneuver techniques, and a fully operational cab/dashboard with true-to-life instrument panel, gauges and other features.

"MPRI's mobile classrooms offer the flexibility and accommodations needed to provide our drivers with state-of-the-art training using MPRI's proven curriculum, including customized scenarios and computer- based training," said Heidi Rawe, Director-Risk Control Services for United Rentals. "By using the simulators for training, our drivers have the opportunity to respond to real life scenarios in a risk-free environment."

United Rentals, Inc. is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with an integrated network of nearly 700 rental locations in 48 states, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The company's 12,000 employees serve construction and industrial customers, utilities, municipalities, homeowners and others. The company offers for rent over 20,000 classes of rental equipment with a total original cost of $3.9 billion. United Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor's MidCap 400 Index and the Russell 2000 Index(R) and is headquartered in Greenwich, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at www.unitedrentals.com.

MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated simulation facility in Salt Lake City, UT specializes in driver and maritime products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuzes, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at www.L-3Com.com.

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" 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.

CONTACT:
L-3 Communications
Cynthia Swain, Vice President, Corporate Communications
212-697-1111

MPRI
Rick Kiernan, Vice President
703-838-5490

United Rentals
Nicole Salas
203-618-7246

Financial Dynamics
Investors: Eric Boyriven, Alexandra Tramont
Media: Evan Goetz
212-850-5600

SOURCE: L-3 Communications
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MPRI Opens New Fayetteville Office
BRAC Transition Issues Will Be a Strong Area of Focus

ALEXANDRIA, Va., February 2, 2007 — MPRI, an L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL) announced today that the official ribbon cutting ceremony for their Ft. Bragg/Fayetteville, N.C. office will be held at 10 a.m. on February 9, 2007. MPRI Ft. Bragg/Fayetteville is located at 225 Ray Avenue, Suite 105, Fayetteville, N.C. The host will be U.S. Army General (Ret.) William F. “Buck” Kernan, senior vice president of MPRI. General Kernan is a long time resident of Pinehurst, N.C. and was a key player in the initial Ft. Bragg Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) transition effort. General Kernan currently serves as the Chairman, Board of Directors, of the North Carolina Military Foundation. MPRI will be joined by state and local government representatives and members of the Cumberland County Business Council at the ceremony.

MPRI will support Ft. Bragg operational BRAC transition issues at the state and local levels. MPRI is already active on Ft. Bragg, providing administrative staff support to installation organizations and training to corps and division units.

Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, MPRI provides comprehensive and integrated programs that address training, education, leader development, organizational design and implementation, simulations, institutional capacity building, and emergency management across a broad spectrum of functional areas. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Justice and selected international government agencies.

To learn more about MPRI, please visit the company’s Web site at www.mpri.com

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuses, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at www.L-3Com.com

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. 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.

Interview Contact: Rick Kiernan, Vice President, Strategic Communications, MPRI
Phone: 703.838.5490 email: rick.kiernan@l-3com.com
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The newly installed hiCRANE2 software provides advanced technologies that will enable users to stay on course with the latest developments in crane production. Some of the features include a ZPMC crane model, a library of various vessels types common to the Port operations and an advanced logging system. The system, with load manifest included, mimics ports logistics operations. And the software also enables users to build a flow chart, creating the feeling of a real-time operation. Other parts of the software upgrade include new environmental capabilities which create weather scenarios for all weather conditions. The entire system is Windows-based for easy compatibility with existing programs.

The hiCRANE2 hardware upgrades feature a new modern mock up cab design modeled after real-life crane. Available with 3 or 6 DOF, the new system replaces hydraulic lifts with an electric motion base. This moves the pivot point from the front of the simulator to the rear, allowing for quicker movements which create a better sensation and a more pronounced life-like feeling.

“There are many advantages to this upgrade, one of the biggest being that the MPRI crane simulator can now be tailored to meet all the needs of our various ports’ crane systems, without purchasing a new simulator to achieve this,” said Thomas P. Sullivan, director of labor relations for USMX. “MPRI delivered on its promise to provide a cost-competitive, technologically advanced, durable crane simulator which will provide true-to-life training scenarios for our operators.”

“As the need for new operators increases and surplus at the ports continues to grow, training is becoming an even more crucial factor for companies determined to keep workers safe and equipment intact,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “Simulation training in a virtual, almost real environment is an optimal tool for efficient crane operation.”

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in maritime and driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Nov. 20, 2006 — MPRI, a global leader in simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced the sale of a PatrolSim IV driver training simulator to the Lawton, Okla., police department. The new simulator, which works in tandem with the department’s use-of-force firearm simulator, marks the first sale of an MPRI driver training simulator to a municipality in the state of Oklahoma.

“We began researching simulators more than a year ago to better train our officers with defensive driving techniques and help reduce the number of preventable cruiser accidents,” said Ronnie Smith Sr., chief of police, Lawton Police Department. “MPRI’s solution is extremely easy to use and features the most realistic graphics we’ve seen on the market. By adopting the most technologically advanced training solutions, our police force is gaining critical skills while we save time and costs associated with on-the-road exercises.”

The PatrolSim IV allows officers to practice tactical driving skills in a virtual, life-like environment which is completely risk free. The three high-resolution plasma display panels in combination with the cruiser seat, steering wheel and standard dash provide unmatched driving realism. The simulation commander navigates trainees through different scenarios via a touch screen providing ease of use for the instructor. Vehicle handling skills including J-turns, pit maneuvers and skid pad training courses are just some of the scenarios available. Each driving experience can be customized using new Scenario Builder software, which allows the user to drag and drop different driving environments into each sitatuon, including hazardous weather, to create any driving emergency an officer may encounter.

“MPRI’s PatrolSim IV driver training simulator provides officers the ability to practice critical decision making skills — invaluable in any emergency situation,” said Terry Tucker, MPRI senior vice president. “As a result, trained personnel are able to react more quickly and efficiently, improving response time.”

The new driver simulator is housed at the Great Plains Technology Center located in Lawton. There, students from the local law enforcement program and other agencies within the community now have access to the PatrolSim IV. More than 150 officers are scheduled to train on the simulator at least three times per year.

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in maritime and driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated facility in the U.K. specializes in Liquid Cargo Handling Simulators products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Nov. 13, 2006 — MPRI, a global leader in maritime simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced the sale of its maritime crane simulator to the Dalian Port Container Terminal Co., Ltd (DPCM), located in Dayao Bay, Dalian, China. The MPRI crane simulator is the sixth purchased by a Chinese port to date adding to those already in use at the Ports of Yantian, Ningbo, Tianjin and Shanghai. In addition, the DPCM simulator will include the only module on the market today for tandem-lift cranes.

The MPRI crane simulator can be tailored to meet the precise needs of various ports’ crane systems. DPCM specifically purchased a back projector model consisting of two modules, a ship-to-shore (STS) dock gantry single-lift system with tandem-lift technology and a rubber-tire gantry (RTG). The STS module exposes operators to such problems as hoist over torque and excessive swing and environmental conditions including rain, wind and night operations, while the RTG module helps operators improve their efficiency on the quay and avoid collisions. The cab of the MPRI crane simulator is mounted on a Moog 6-DOF motion base system which is designed to imitate the actual movements felt by operators in real-world scenarios. Other characteristics of the simulator include surround sound, real-time photo-textured 3-dimensional graphics and realistic crane capacities and limits.

“This recent sale adds to MPRI’s growing presence in China,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “With 32 MPRI crane simulator installations worldwide, it is clear that simulation training in virtual, life-like environments provides the best possible training tool for achieving efficient and safe crane operation.”

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in maritime and driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Nov. 6, 2006 — MPRI, a global leader in simulator products, services and turnkey training facilities, today announced it has sold a FireSim driver training simulator to the Spring Lake Park – Blaine – Mounds View (SBM) Fire Department and their respective Police Departments, all located outside Minneapolis, Minn. The simulator is equipped with two interchangeable cores to provide life-like simulations for both a police cruiser sedan and a fire truck. The system will improve collaboration, service and safety among the departments, and this sale marks the first time fire and police departments have combined forces to purchase a joint training simulator from MPRI.

“The FireSim offers great flexibility for the various training needs of our firefighters and local police officers,” said Nyle Zikmund, fire chief, SBM Fire Department. “With MPRI, we were able to purchase one simulator with two interchangeable cores, providing invaluable training to both departments while enjoying significant cost savings.”

SBM’s FireSim driver simulator features interchangeable fire and police training cores. Each includes a seat, peddles, dash, brakes and steering wheel to provide trainees with the look and feel of their actual vehicles. The cores are easily swapped and quickly adapt to individual departmental training needs. The realistic driving scenarios, displayed on a three-channel plasma screen, train drivers to effectively anticipate and respond to hazardous driving conditions in a risk-free, controlled environment, improving decision-making and response time. In instances of collision-avoidance or tire blows, the force-loaded steering provides real-time feedback to augment muscle memory. And the SimCommander allows instructors complete control of the training exercises via a touch screen at the Operators Console. Each scenario can be individually recorded, which allows instructors and trainees to review, analyze and then learn proper techniques and responses. This results in a reduction in accidents and a reinforcement of proper policy and procedure.

“More than 200 police and fire workers will be trained on this new FireSim driver simulator, each approximately five times per year,” said Dave Johnson, police chief, Blaine Police Department, who was also speaking on behalf of Mike Sommer and Dave Toth, police chiefs, Mounds View and Spring Lake Park Police Departments, respectively. “The training scenarios provide real-life practice for emergency situations while minimizing damage to departmental equipment and improving the safety of our personnel.”

“Our state-of-the-art simulators combine the look and feel of a real vehicle with in-depth training features for an optional learning experience,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “By selecting the dual core module, SBM’s fire and police personnel will benefit from improved inter-department interaction and the highest level training available on the market.”

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated simulation facility in Salt Lake City, UT specializes in driver and maritime products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Oct. 3, 2006 — MPRI, a global provider of vehicle and maritime simulation products, training and services, announced today it has developed the first driver training simulator for the M-1114 up-armored High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV or “Humvee”). The new simulator supplies U.S. military troops with invaluable hands-on training and experience maneuvering the M-1114 in mission-critical situations prior to deployment, improving troop safety. The system will debut at the AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition on October 9, 2006 in Washington D.C.

“To support combat efforts overseas, most HMMWVs are shipped prior to training and troops are not given the opportunity to practice roll-over avoidance techniques and incline-decline driving skills, which are critical for navigating hazardous driving situations,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president of MPRI. “The new simulator provides a realistic, risk-free training environment prior to driving in combat situations, daily convoy operations or other high-stress conditions.”

The M-1114 in use by the U.S. military is an up-armored vehicle with reinforced steel plating and ballistic-resistant windows that weighs in at 12,100 pounds. Two thousand pounds heavier than a standard HMMWV, the M-1114 presents inherent driving challenges such as a longer lead time in breaking and frequent occurrence of rollover. The M-1114 HMMWV Driver Training Simulator is designed to help soldiers overcome those challenges. It features a three-channel plasma screen that combines the look and feel of an actual HMMWV while delivering sharp visuals and images to enhance lifelike scenarios. Force-loaded steering provides real-time physical feedback to augment muscle memory in unique driving scenarios. The SimCommander feature allows instructors to teach up-close via a touchscreen on the dash.

Tactical vehicle-like training helps strengthen steering skills, reducing drivers’ reliance on braking. Space and speed management are also valuable training assets of the simulator. After Action Review (AAR) information is collected during each exercise and is reviewed at the conclusion of the training session allowing experts to critique the session and make recommendations for additional and specific instructional needs. The combination of cutting edge technology augmented with a thorough training curriculum results in a highly effective hands-on learning environment.

To experience the M-1114 HMMWV Driver Trainer, visit MPRI’s booth (#239) at AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington D. C., October 9-11. Photos are available upon request.

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated simulation facility in Salt Lake City, Utah specializes in driver and maritime products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

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. 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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The driver simulators will be located in the Simulation Laboratory in Glynco, Ga., a new, 40,000-square foot building composed of an open bay area for simulators as well as eight simulation labs designed to facilitate table-top computer-based simulation exercises. The facility will open later this year.

FLETC serves as the Federal government’s leader for and provider of world-class law enforcement training. They prepare new and experienced law enforcement professionals to fulfill their responsibilities in a safe manner and at the highest level of proficiency. FLETC also ensures that training is provided in the most cost-effective manner by taking advantage of economies of scale available only from a consolidated law enforcement training organization.

“FLETC strives to provide the highest level of training to ensure the safety of our nation’s law enforcement officers and agents and the general public,” said Terry Tucker, senior vice president, MPRI. “By selecting the PatrolSim IV from MPRI, FLETC will provide the most advanced driver training to its students, establishing the center as a leader not only in training but also as an early adopter of world-class technology. We are excited to be a part of that success.”

Over the past two years FLETC conducted extensive, global market research on driving simulators and issued a Request for Information that resulted in a full and open competition utilizing General Services Administration (GSA) schedules. The PatrolSim IV from MPRI met all of FLETC’s requirements and also provided the best value.

The PatrolSim IV complements existing training by enabling drivers to train for critical, high-risk tasks that are too dangerous and/or costly to be conducted frequently in vehicles, e.g. driving on ice, fording streams, driving under blackout conditions, and driving down steep embankments when coming off an improved road. It features high resolution graphics on plasma displays to provide unmatched realism, and comprehensive training with hundreds of POST Certified Scenarios consisting of traffic stops, pursuits, multiple vehicles, emergency responses, etc. It also features the Instructor Operating Station, which allows the instructor to track, record and play back the movements of multiple networked simulators, which is ideal for coordinated pursuits.

By utilizing simulators to supplement and reinforce their actual non-emergency, skid control, and emergency driving, FLETC will reduce the frequency and severity of vehicle-related operational accidents involving law enforcement officers, which are the greatest liability for loss of life on duty.

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated simulation facility in Salt Lake City, UT specializes in driver and maritime products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.

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. 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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ALEXANDRIA, VA and SAN DIEGO, CA — MPRI, an L-3 Communications company and global provider of vehicle and maritime simulation products, training and services, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) and San Diego Miramar College, announced today that the SDPD and San Diego Miramar College have jointly purchased four PatrolSim™ IV driver training simulators from MPRI. The simulators will be deployed at the San Diego Regional Public Safety Training Institute located at the college and staffed by members of the SDPD and provides recruits with the skills, practical training and discipline necessary to enter the field of law enforcement. “At San Diego Miramar College we recognize the importance of partnering with industry leaders and are committed to serving the San Diego community and its public safety needs. As an institution of higher education, simulation training is the type of cutting edge technology that we not only encourage but promote,” said Dr. Patricia Hsieh, president, San Diego Miramar College. More than 2,000 officers will use the new simulators in September as part of their yearly continued driving training curriculum. Skill requirements are mandated by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) in the areas of slow speed driving, emergency response and pursuit driving.

“Law enforcement officials have unique needs and are exposed to a range of dangerous and risky situations not commonly encountered by the average driver,” said Terry Tucker, MPRI Senior Vice President, “With the PatrolSim IV’s glass dash technology, coordinated response capabilities, drag and drop scenario builders and touch screen program navigation, the SDPD and San Diego Miramar College can be assured that students are being trained at the highest level possible. We are pleased to continue our relationship with them.”

Long-time users of MPRI driving simulators, the SDPD and San Diego Miramar College selected the new PatrolSim IV simulators to expose students to situations that are nearly impossible to replicate in the real world. Using high resolution graphics on plasma displays, the simulators provide a risk-free environment for students to practice critical decision making and vehicle handling skills, and work with hundreds of POST certified scenarios including traffic stops, pursuits and emergency responses. Additionally, students can experience coordinated pursuit training scenarios via multiple networked simulators.

“With the PatrolSim IV’s we can better prepare our law enforcement agents for nearly any scenario imaginable,” said Sgt. Paul Becotte of the San Diego Police Department. “Using the simulator enables our instructors to customize the training experience so that drivers become more adept than ever reacting to changes in weather, time of day or vehicle characteristics. The PatrolSim IV is safe for our drivers and the motoring public and provides a challenging, comprehensive and stimulating way to train.”

San Diego Community College District Chancellor Constance Carroll said, “The San Diego Community College District is proud of its partnership with law enforcement agencies, so we viewed this as an important investment for keeping the quality of our partnership training as high as possible.”

Other features of the PatrolSim IV simulator include integration with AST Driver Evaluation (EVOC Series) as well as having been tested and certified to applicable safety and emissions standards (CSA US, CE and FCC).

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated simulation facility in Salt Lake City, UT specializes in driver and maritime products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com.



About San Diego Police Department
The San Diego Police Department (SDPD) was established in 1889. The Department provides patrol, traffic, investigative, record, laboratory and support services. In addition to the headquarters building downtown, San Diego is served by eight area commands policing 119 neighborhoods, and the Traffic Division.The SDPD practices community-based policing and problem solving referred to as Neighborhood Policing. This philosophy requires a shared responsibility between the Police Department and the residents of San Diego for addressing underlying problems contributing to crime and the fear of crime. The men and women of the SDPD work together in a problem solving partnership with communities, government agencies, private groups and individuals to fight crime and improve the quality of life for the people of San Diego.

About San Diego Miramar College
San Diego Miramar College, one of three colleges of the San Diego Community College District, offers certificates, associate degrees and comprehensive transfer programs for students transferring to UC, CSU and private institutions. Public safety programs reflect strong college/industry partnerships that prepare students for high-demand careers. Since 1969, San Diego Miramar College has trained the City’s law enforcement professionals and firefighters. The San Diego Regional Public Safety Training Institute at San Diego Miramar College has expanded to also include EMT training and the only open water lifeguard associate degree program in the world.

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. 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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Alexandria, VA and Barrie, Ontario — MPRI is pleased to announce the appointment of KnowledgeSurge Learning Solutions Inc., via their DriveWise division, as an MPRI authorized Canadian distributor of their driver simulation suite of products. “DriveWise has an extensive track record within the transportation industry and a thorough understanding of the deployment, training and support needed to develop an advanced simulation driver training program. These were critical factors in their selection as a Canadian distributor. We are confident their wealth of knowledge will serve our clients well,” states MPRI Senior Vice President Terry Tucker.

“As a Canadian company we are thrilled to represent the industries best technology to this fast growing market sector. The Canadian market is embracing simulation and we want to ensure our solution is the forefront of driver improvement solutions. Our decision to distribute MPRI products is the result of an exhaustive evaluation of products available on the market today. MPRI was far and away the best value for investment to our clients,” states KnowledgeSurge President & C.E.O. Lesley de Repentigny.

DriveWise programs are customized and tailored to a client’s learning needs and operational procedures. DriveWise prides itself on the maximum return on investment format of their programs and services. MPRI’s products’ have a reputation for performance, solid life cycle, dependability and are an integral ingredient to the DriveWise driver improvement simulation learning programs.

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. MPRI’s dedicated simulation facility in Salt Lake City, UT specializes in driver and maritime products and services. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com or call 1-888-259-4746.

About DriveWise
DriveWise provides affordable high quality simulation learning solutions to the driver improvement market. Using state-of-the-art virtual reality driving simulators, DriveWise clients have access to advanced learning solutions that increase vehicle operator performance, safety and preparedness for daily, complex and/or unusual driving situations. DriveWise is a privately owned company with facilities in Barrie, Ontario. More information about DriveWise is available at www.drivewisecanada.com or call 1-705-730-1130.

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. 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.
]]> Tue, 16 May 2006 11:24:58 EDT http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEuZZAFpAlYUwEwlRy http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEuZZAFpAlYUwEwlRy
Bison Transport Receives Prestigious 2005 National Fleet Safety Award from The Truckload Carriers Association


Salt Lake City, Utah and Winnipeg, Manitoba — MPRI, an L-3 Communications company and global provider of vehicle and maritime simulation products, training and services, and Bison Transport, one of Canada’s largest providers of truckload transportation, announced today that their joint effort to integrate simulation technology into Bison’s driver training program has been recognized by The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). TCA named Bison the grand prize winner of its prestigious 2005 National Fleet Safety Award for Bison’s commitment to overall safety on and off highway. Since the implementation of MPRI simulators in 2002, Bison’s annual accumulated safe driving miles for their fleet of 800 trucks have increased by nearly 50 percent, while greater fuel efficiency resulted in annual savings of $1,120,000.

“There is no greater testament to the success of our simulators than the qualitative and quantitative results that Bison Transport has seen in its customized training program,” said Stewart Wallace, senior vice president at MPRI. “Bison’s program has captured the full potential of our technology and translated that into safety standards that deliver cost efficiencies and, most importantly, the safety of their drivers and the motoring public. We are excited to be a part of that success and to work with Bison to continue this trend.”

Bison won the safety award in the category of companies operating more than 25 million miles annually, and was selected from 18 division winners in the National Fleet Safety Division Awards announced in January. The award was presented to Rob Penner, vice president, operations of Bison Transport at TCA’s annual conference in March. Bison is the first Canadian trucking company to utilize stationary and full motion simulators into its training program.

Bison uses MPRI’s full suite of state-of-the-art driver simulators to expose drivers to a broad range of driving scenarios designed to strengthen and refine safety skills over the road. MPRI driver training simulators, which include the Mark III and TranSim VS models, are aimed at transforming safer driving techniques into greater profitability for companies. The simulators feature leading-edge software for clear visuals across three screens for a 180- to 360-degree field of vision, precision motion platforms for a realistic feel, steering that provides real-time feedback to augment muscle memory in maneuver techniques, and a fully operational cab/dashboard with true-to-life instrument panel, gauges and other features.

“For Bison, the protection of our people, our environment and those we share the roads with is of critical importance,” said Don Streuber, president and CEO at Bison Transport. “Our investment in technology and in the people who deliver our programs and our customers’ freight clearly demonstrates that safety is our collective responsibility, not just that of our drivers. We foster a culture of continuous learning for all, and our skills development program using simulation is the focal point of our road safety program. We have seen an 83 percent improvement in meantime between incidents after simulator training for preventable accidents — these results speak for themselves.”

Drivers are applauding Bison’s use of simulators as well. Said one Bison driver, “With the instruction I received on the simulator, I have markedly improved my driving skills. The “seven second rule” training course was invaluable in helping me better gauge the time I need to come to a complete stop in any scenario. When the situation presented itself in reality, I instantly assessed the situation and reacted to avoid hitting a truck that spun toward me in oncoming traffic. Because of the training, I was a witness to the accident – not a participant.”

TCA is the only national trade association in the United States whose collective sole focus is the truckload segment of the motor carrier industry. It represents dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, and intermodal container carriers operating in 48 contiguous states as well as Alaska, Mexico and Canada. Representing operators of more than 200,000 trucks, which collectively produce and annual revenue of more than $20 billion, TCA is an organization tailored to specific truckload carrier needs.

About MPRI
MPRI, an L-3 Communications company, with an office in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE: LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. More information about MPRI is available at www.mpri.com or call 1-888-259-4746.

About Bison
One of the largest Truckload Carriers in Canada today, Bison Transport serves Canada and the 48 nearby states. As a high-service, dependable and value creating supply chain partner, Bison Transport offers full truckload service, full service logistics, dedicated fleet operations, yard management and Warehousing & Distribution. More information about Bison Transport is available at www.bisontransport.com or call 1-800-GO-BISON.

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. 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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The SafeShot Beretta 92/M9 barrel is a drop-in blank fire pistol barrel that duplicates live-fire handling and recoil without changing any other component parts, springs or magazine. The barrel, which is made of hardened stainless steel, is inserted or removed by simple field-stripping without the use of tools. The SafeShot Beretta 92/M9 barrel is completely holsterable and does not require tethers. Most important, trainees cannot chamber or discharge any live ammunition or conventional blank ammunition of the same caliber. The SafeShot Beretta 92/M9 is ideal for classroom, courtroom, tactical training, weapon retention drill, combat and target training, vehicle stop and hostage rescue scenarios.

“For the first time, firearms and tactical instructors have a drop-in pistol training device that combines repetitive, safe and realistic blank-fire operation with an internal and completely self-contained laser. The operation and accuracy are as realistic as live-fire, but without any of the attendant dangers,” says Ed Leiter, executive director of SafeShot at MPRI.

The BEAMHIT LMTS family of small arms marksmanship training and shooting sports simulation products are proven, effective, affordable, safe and reliable training tools that help qualified instructors and individual shooters build strong firearms handling and marksmanship skills from a solid base of fundamentals to the most advanced sniper instruction. MPRI products are in regular use by U.S. and allied military forces around the globe. Federal agencies, state and local law enforcement organizations and leading security operations use MPRI’S BEAMHIT products to achieve improved live-fire qualification scores and mission readiness. Learn more about the SafeShot Beretta 92/M9 barrel by visiting www.beamhit.com.

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 selected international government agencies. MPRI has technical
support offices located strategically around the country to provide rapid, in-depth assistance to its clients.

To learn more about MPRI, please visit the company’s Web site at www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuzes, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro
optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at http://www.L-3Com.com.

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. 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 forwardlooking statements speak only as of the date made, and the company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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Green Bay, Wis. and Salt Lake City, Utah -- Schneider National Inc., a premier provider of transportation, logistics and related services, announced today that it will dramatically transform its driver training program over the next two years, incorporating MPRI's motion-based driver training simulator to better prepare drivers for situations on the road. MPRI, with offices around the world, is a global leader in the supply of ground vehicle and maritime simulation products and services as well as critical incident management and emergency response solutions. The shift makes Schneider National the largest, and one of the first, truckload carriers in the industry to incorporate simulation-based training fleet-wide.

“Through the years, Schneider's training programs have been recognized as the gold standard in the industry when it comes to successfully preparing drivers for the rigors of the road,” said Schneider Vice President of Safety and Training Don Osterberg. “But when it comes to safety, we always strive to do more. Using motion-based simulation technology allows us to train drivers for those situations that cannot safely be replicated under our current training methods.”

Under the program, Schneider will purchase simulators over the next 12 months for its network of driver training academies located across the United States and Canada. Schneider, one of the only trucking companies in the industry to offer company-paid driver training, is incorporating simulation in its training program as it evolves to an integrated learning model. Currently Schneider's driver training program is primarily instructor-based. However, the new program will incorporate both computer and simulation training in order to expose drivers to a broader range of on-the-road scenarios, including driving in inclement weather, handling equipment failures or navigating heavy traffic.

“Think of it as an IMAX ® experience for trucking,” Osterberg said. “In the simulator, the driver's seat and on-screen images will move, spin and rotate to create the sensation of different driving conditions. It's amazing how realistic simulation makes these scenarios feel.”

Osterberg notes that the simulator can even be customized by location, so that a driver in training can experience what it will look and feel like to deliver loads to different types of facilities in various geographic locations.

Schneider National piloted its new integrated learning model, including simulation, in September 2004. Within five months, Schneider saw fewer accidents and a significant reduction in the dropout rate for inexperienced and experienced drivers and fewer accidents.

“Simulation-based training has been highly successful in the U.S. military and in the airline industry, and we now have the opportunity to apply the same training method to the trucking industry in order to reduce accidents and improve safety for our drivers and the motoring public,” said Osterberg.

“People quickly forget they are in the simulator. They act and react as if they were driving their own truck,” notes Ray Greer, senior vice president of MPRI. “That allows us to help them improve their driving skills by reinforcing appropriate training reactions and strategies. The ultimate goal is that better driving skills will translate into safer roads.”

Schneider National, the nation's largest full truckload provider, is committed to the development of innovative programs to attract and retain professional truck drivers. In February, the company announced the largest compensation and work-life improvement package in its 70-year history. In addition, the company is currently testing an innovative computer system that will allow drivers to design their own work schedules, improving the predictability of time at home.

About Schneider National Inc.
Schneider National Inc. is a premier provider of transportation, logistics and related services. Schneider National serves more than two-thirds of the Fortune 500 ® companies, offering the broadest portfolio of services in the industry. Schneider National's transportation solutions include: One-Way Van, Dedicated, Expedited, Intermodal, Brokerage, Bulk and Specialized. Schneider Logistics, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Schneider National, provides supply chain management technology, managed services, engineering services and freight payment.

Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Schneider National has a 70-year track record of providing expert transportation and logistics solutions. For more information about Schneider National and employment opportunities, visit www.schneider.com or call (800) 558-6767.

About MPRI

MPRI , an L-3 Communications company , with an office in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a leader in driver simulation technology products, services and training capabilities. L-3 Communications company (NYSE:LLL), of New York, N.Y., is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. More information about MPRI is available at www. mpri.com or call 1-888-259-4746.

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. 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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MPRI, an L-3 communications company
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The BEAMHIT 390 Series is a highly advanced interactive small arms training system for anyone that uses a weapon as a tool. With a proven record in law enforcement and military small arms training, the 390 System uses an interactive video training simulator that provides judgmental shoot/no shoot scenarios, full-sized target engagement, and interactive skill building exercises. Users can employ standard default training videos or create their own using standard video formats such as .avi, mpeg, and others. The system is totally mobile and can be quickly set up in a limited training area. Training is further enhanced with full-sized qualifying targets like the TranStar II and M9 Pistol. Users train with their own weapon and hits are displayed on both the screen and the computer monitor. The advanced "analyze" feature of the system plays back the video via pause/play mode to show laser hits in relation to the training sequence.

"The ability to offer a product that allows the end user to video tape scenarios, in their own environment, puts the 390 Series in a league of it's own," said Chris Harrison, Executive Director of LE Sales & Marketing Business Development at MPRI.

The BEAMHIT LMTS family of small arms marksmanship training and shooting sports simulation products are proven, effective, affordable, safe and reliable training tools that help qualified instructors and individual shooters build strong firearms handling and marksmanship skills from a solid base of fundamentals to the most advanced sniper instruction. MPRI products are in regular use by U.S. and allied military forces around the globe. Federal agencies, state and local law enforcement organizations and leading security operations use MPRI'S BEAMHIT products to achieve improved live-fire qualification scores and mission readiness. Learn more about the SafeShot Beretta 92/M9 barrel by visiting www.beamhit.com.

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 selected international government agencies. MPRI has technical support offices located strategically around the country to provide rapid, in-depth assistance to its clients.

To learn more about MPRI, please visit the company's Web site at http://www.mpri.com.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services. The company is a leading merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products, including guidance and navigation, sensors, scanners, fuzes, data links, propulsion systems, simulators, avionics, electro optics, satellite communications, electrical power equipment, encryption, signal intelligence, antennas and microwave components. L-3 also supports a variety of Homeland Security initiatives with products and services. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, please visit the company's Web site at http://www.L-3Com.com.

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. 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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The training systems provide deployable marksmanship training that operates in austere environments. The LMTS provides individual marksmanship training while the L-CCATS provides collective training. Soldiers train using their actual weapons without live ammunition. The systems provide realistic, cost effective training to units who are deployed or at homestation. The LMTS simulates weapons training events and leads to live-fire qualifications for individual and crew served weapons. The fielding of the LMTS helps meet the US Army Infantry Schools training strategy for small arms training.

"This capability will enable our warfighters to experience realistic marksmanship training that will hone their skills and prepare our Soldiers for combat missions," said Lt. Col. Joe Giunta, the Product Manager for Ground Combat Tactical Trainers at PEO STRI. "The systems we field today enable our Soldiers to be confident on the battlefield as they face real, live threats in this global war on terror."

The systems will be used by Active, Reserves and the National Guard for continuing operations in the Global War on Terrorism.

This contract was awarded under the PEO STRI Omnibus Contract (STOC). The program will be managed under the Product Manager, Ground Combat Tactical Trainers at PEO STRI. PEO STRI is headquartered in Central Florida's Research Park in East Orlando. In addition to research, development and program management, the PEO provides Life-Cycle support and operations for most of the Army's training systems around the world. PEO STRI is dedicated to putting the power of simulation into the hands of our warfighters.
Announcement by PEO STRI
]]> Wed, 15 Sep 2004 00:00:01 EDT http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEyEAyAFZyGRPWZspq http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEyEAyAFZyGRPWZspq The Laser Convoy Counter Ambush Training System (LCCATS) is one of the most advanced small arms training systems in the world. With L-CCATS, soldiers and law enforcement professionals engage full-scale, computer controlled targets set at actual distances and placed in a number of actual terrain and combat scenarios. Using their own service weapons (M16, M4, M249, M240, M2 and M24 supported), shooters can ride in vehicles where they are introduced to the challenges of critical counter ambush driver skills, accurate fire from a moving platform, evasive maneuvers and spacing discipline training, and crew/team cohesion training. Moving over actual terrain, shooters learn to engage targets in multi-level buildings, overpasses, and conflicted lines of sight.

Because the full-scale, un-tethered targets detect hits out to 600 yards, sniper over watch can be added to any TTP. This system works outdoors, day or night, and instructors can monitor weapon muzzle reference during target engagement to prevent fratricide among vehicle occupants and vehicles in a convoy. One person can conduct set up in minutes. No range safety issues exist with this system; eye safe laser "bullets" mean training can be conducted anywhere, at any time. The LCCATS includes full-scale targets that detect LMTS laser hits to 600 meters in direct sunlight, lifters that plug into an existing LMTS Mini-RETS system, and system software with full scenario authorization.
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To help improve the "Explorers" program, to honor its members, and to have members compete in individual competitions, every two years the International Association Chiefs of Police (IACP) holds the Law Enforcement Explorer Conference. Held July 19-24 at Georgia Tech University, this year an estimated 3,500 "Explorers" attended the five-dayevent.

MPRI was also one of the participating vendors at the event and set up a shot grouping competition in which young Explorers were offered the opportunity to display their marksmanship skills. Using a BEAMHIT DA Glock pistol with LT-100 laser transmitters and a BEAMHIT TR-900 computerized target, each shooter had 5 practice shots and then 10 shots for record. Each 10 shot group was measured for shot dispersion, and the shooter with the tightest shot group won. The best shot group for the 1000 participating Explorers was 11mm., shot by Jeremy Brandenburg of the South San Francisco PD Explorer Post 850. Kevin Morton, also from the South San Francisco PD Explorer Post 850, came in second with a group size of 18mm.

Use of the LMTS (Laser Marksmanship Training Systems) are not new to the "Explorers" program. Many police departments across the country have been using the LMTS for recruit training and as a part of pistol training exercises for the "Explorer" program.

"We use the BEAMHIT system exactly as MPRI trained us," says Lt. Mike Rallings, Firearms Training Unit Commander for the Memphis, Tennessee Police Department. "We've run more then 500 recruits through training with the BEAMHIT system and use the same four exercise small arms training standards as the US Army.

It's saved us both time and money. It's been so successful that we've also incorporated it into our "Explorers program."

Rallings says the LMTS has allowed them to design marksmanship programs for young men and women interested in becoming police officers. "Once we got comfortable with the LMTS, we incorporated it into our "Explorers" training program. This program is designed for youths 14 to 18 interested in becoming police officers. We do premarksmanship training with them on the BEAMHIT system before they head to the livefire range. Part of the program involves shooting at competition levels with 9mm Smith and Wessons. The LMTS has greatly shortened the learning curve for all of these young shooters."

MPRI is the producer and sole supplier of the Laser Marksmanship Training Systems (LMTS), the most portable, cost-effective, state-of-the-art weapon replication systems in the world. The LMTS is an established training tool in all the US Military Services, many foreign military services, most Federal law enforcement agencies, large numbers of local, state, and international police and security organizations, and the civilian public. MPRI's LMTS is helping to train and support military personnel and activities in such adverse environments as Afghanistan, Iraq, and other environments where a cost-effective small arms training system is crucial.]]> Mon, 17 May 2004 00:00:01 EDT http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEyEAyAykAodzgWfgN http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEyEAyAykAodzgWfgN
NEW YORK (BUSINESS WIRE), L-3 Communications (NYSE: LLL) announced today that on May 13, 2004 it acquired substantially all the assets of BEAMHIT, LLC, for $40 million in cash paid at closing, plus potential additional consideration, that is contingent on the post-acquisition financial performance of BEAMHIT, LLC for 2004 to 2007. The acquisition is expected to be slightly accretive to L-3 Communications' results for 2004, and will be part of the L-3 MPRI operating group.

Located in Columbia, Maryland, BEAMHIT, LLC is a leading developer and supplier of laser marksmanship training systems. These systems are in regular use today by all U.S. military services, most federal law enforcement agencies and large numbers of state, local, international police and security organizations.

"BEAMHIT, LLC adds a series of important new products to our expanding role in readiness training and simulation products and services, which already includes training aircrews, navigators, mission operators, gunners and others for virtually any aerial or ground platform," said Frank C. Lanza, chairman and chief executive officer of L-3 Communications. "This growing company has become a leader in small arms marksmanship training after only seven years as a business," continued Mr. Lanza. "It is a good example of how a small entrepreneurial company can set a new standard in defense technology, specifically in small arms positive training."

BEAMHIT, LLC has developed a number of state-of-the-art small arms marksmanship readiness tools enabling users to practice their shooting skills with their own service weapons -- without live fire, having to go to a range, or depleting their ammunition. The training is very realistic, as employing the actual weapon also allows the user to experience the sounds and recoil when it is fired. The laser-based training experience can include weapons from handguns through machine guns, and can be scored for accuracy automatically on a personal computer. This system also works effectively against virtual reality targets in urban warfare as well as security roles.

"We are confident that there is a growing and necessary market in the DoD for simulation and training to assist our forces in maintaining readiness at affordable cost," continued Mr. Lanza. "The DoD is increasingly focused on systems that can save money and time, and that can be networked together and provide positive training. BEAMHIT's portable, scaleable and deployable systems are leaders in the application of this type of technology to small arms."

One of its key products -- the BEAMHIT(TM) Laser Marksmanship Training System (LMTS) sets a new standard in realistic handgun, rifle and machine gun training. The LMTS is a projectile-less modular system allowing soldiers to use their own service weapon and train in any classroom, maintenance bay or other suitable open space as requirements dictate. No special facilities, utilities or support is required. For two consecutive years, it achieved record-setting performance at West Point, demonstrating that training time and ammunition can be saved with this marksmanship system.

BEAMHIT's new Distance Learning Marksmanship Training System will be launched in June at a U.S. Army Reserve location in Rhode Island. Through the use of the Internet, the U.S. Army Reserve can put master instructors online from a single location to help soldiers anywhere in the world successfully meet the high standards of small marksmanship instruction. This system can serve as global link for military forces to enhance and maintain readiness.

Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications is a leading provider of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems, secure communications systems, aircraft modernization, training and government services and is a merchant supplier of a broad array of high technology products. Its customers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, selected U.S. Government intelligence agencies and aerospace prime contractors.

To learn more about L-3 Communications, 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.

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SOURCE: L-3 Communications
]]> Mon, 17 May 2004 00:00:01 EDT http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEyEAyAykkqbQsgOaO http://www.mpri.com/cgi-bin/newsroom/viewnews.cgi?id=EEyEAyAykkqbQsgOaO
NEW YORK (BUSINESS WIRE), L-3 Communications (NYSE: LLL) announced today that on May 13, 2004 it acquired substantially all the assets of BEAMHIT, LLC, for $40 million in cash paid at closing, plus potential additional consideration, that is contingent on the post-acquisition financial performance of BEAMHIT, LLC for 2004 to 2007. The acquisition is expected to be slightly accretive to L-3 Communications' results for 2004, and will be part of the L-3 MPRI operating group.

Located in Columbia, Maryland, BEAMHIT, LLC is a leading developer and supplier of laser marksmanship training systems. These systems are in regular use today by all U.S. military services, most federal law enforcement agencies and large numbers of state, local, international police and security organizations.

"BEAMHIT, LLC adds a series of important new products to our expanding role in readiness training and simulation products and services, which already includes training aircrews, navigators, mission operators, gunners and others for virtually any aerial or ground platform," said Frank C. Lanza, chairman and chief executive officer of L-3 Communications. "This growing company has become a leader in small arms marksmanship training after only seven years as a business," continued Mr. Lanza. "It is a good example of how a small entrepreneurial company can set a new standard in defense