Press Releases

Booz Allen Hamilton announced it was awarded a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Research and Development (ORD) to support the agency’s modernization efforts and its mission to protect human health and the environment. Booz Allen won one of four positions on the seven-year Scientific Modeling, Application, Visualization, Computational Science, Software, and Statistical Support (SMAVCS4) BPA, which has a ceiling of $431 million.

Dallas-based Precision Aerospace Holdings LLC a leading manufacturer of precision machined aerospace and defense components, has acquired Owens Machine and Tool Company (Owens). Precision was formed through the partnership of two Dallas-based private investment firms, CIC Partners (CIC) and Juniper Capital Management (Juniper). Owens produces complex, multifaceted parts, tooling and prototypes utilizing multi-axis machine tools and best-in-class cutting tools. It was established in

Godspeed Capital Management LP, a lower middle market Defense & Government services, solutions, and technology focused private equity firm, today announced the acquisition of Quintron Systems (“Quintron”) by SAS, its recently-launched space engineering, defense, and communications technology solutions platform. The transaction marks the second addition to the growing SAS platform, following its recent acquisition of Willbrook, and reinforces SAS' position in the space and

Electro Rent, the global leader in test and measurement equipment rental solutions, announced today that it now offers Calibration-as-a-Service (CaaS) in U.S. and Canada markets for customers’ test and measurement equipment inventories. This new offering enhances the company’s already market leading portfolio of solutions and services which includes rental, sale of new and used equipment, and asset optimization services. With the world’s largest rental inventory of

Intellisense Systems Inc., a leading provider of advanced environmental-sensing solutions, was awarded an AFWERX Strategic and Tactical Funding Increase (STRATFI/TACFI) contract to further improve the Integrated Weather Observation System (IWOS®), a smaller, man-portable, tactical meteorological observing system (TMOS) that addresses one of the most pressing weather challenges in the Department of the Air Force. This Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) sequential Phase II contract w

Muon Space, an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates mission-tailored low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellations, in partnership with Earth Fire Alliance (EFA), is proud to announce the FireSat Constellation. This groundbreaking initiative aims to transform global wildfire response and enhance climate resilience worldwide. FireSat has been developed over the last five years with the expertise and support of Google Research and leading non-governmental organi

Czech Republic will host the 15th edition of the biennial defence and security forum, exhibition and networking within the FUTURE FORCES FORUM (FFF), taking place in Prague in the week of 14 – 18 October 2024. The primary objective is to support state institutions and organisations in the fulfilment of the political-military ambitions and commitments, as well as the development cooperation within the NATO and the EU, or with other partner countries or civilian authorities. Pra

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® joined the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School and other government and industry partners in hosting U.S. Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall to fly in the X-62A Variable In-flight Simulation Test Aircraft (VISTA), a one-of-a-kind aircraft modified to test artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomy capabilities. VISTA is an AI pathfinder that facilitates development and testing of cutting-edge AI techniques with new uncrewed vehicle designs. This wo

Micross Components, Inc. a leading global provider of mission-critical microelectronic components and services for high-reliability aerospace, defense, space and industrial applications, is pleased to announce our exclusive partnership with Sital Technology (sitaltech.com), the leader in MIL-STD-1553 IP cores, specializing in integrated FPGA solutions. With this collaboration, Micross is now the exclusive world-wide manufacturer, distributor, and value-services provider of Sital's best-in

Two next-generation imaging instruments designed by Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, launched yesterday as part of Maxar's WorldView Legion satellites. These are the first two of six planned WorldView Legion satellites, which will provide a significant leap forward in Earth observation capabilities, offering improved surveillance and monitoring for a wide range of applications. Positioned in low Earth orbit, the satellites will provide the highest commercially available re

Milrem Robotics, Europe’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer, is to introduce its most advanced autonomous combat support unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), THeMIS, at the Defense Services Asia (DSA) exhibition in Kuala Lumpur. The THeMIS UGV is an operationally proven multi-role UGV that considerably enhances combat effectiveness while reducing manpower requirements. These vehicles can be utilised for a wide range of missions, including logistics, casualty evacuati

NASA has awarded nearly $1.5 million to academic, non-profit, and business organizations to advance state-of-the-art technology that will play a key role in the agency's return to the Moon under Artemis, as well as future missions to Mars. Twenty-four projects from 21 organizations have been awarded under NASA's Dual-Use Technology Development Cooperative Agreement Notices, or CANs. The awardees also will receive assistance from propulsion, space transportation, and science

Teledyne Relays announces the release of its latest innovation, the CCR-67V series. This advanced range of DC to 67 GHz SPDT coaxial switches is specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of 5G telecommunications, high frequency automated test equipment, and millimeter-wave communication systems. The CCR-67V series represents a significant advancement in electromechanical switch technology with both failsafe and latching models available. Key Features and Innovations

Rebellion Defense, a leading U.S. defense software company, today announced a new contract with the U.S. Navy. Rebellion will provide its Iris software to Sailors to enhance target recognition and tracking capabilities. From drone strikes in the Red Sea to freedom of navigation operations in the South China Sea, the Navy today must navigate an increasingly complex global security landscape. This contract, which was awarded competitively by the U.S. Navy Program Executive Office Inte

NASA will provide live coverage of prelaunch and launch activities for the agency's Boeing Crew Flight Test, which will carry NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to and from the International Space Station. Launch of the ULA (United Launch Alliance) Atlas V rocket and Boeing Starliner spacecraft is targeted for 10:34 p.m. EDT Monday, May 6, from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The flight test will carry Wilmore and