$330 (CAD) million contract
will help protect ships and sailors for years to come
CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon
Canada Limited is overhauling and providing in-service support for
the Phalanx Close-In Weapon Systems operated by the Royal Canadian
Navy.
Raytheon (NYSE: RTN) produces Phalanx, a rapid-fire,
computer-controlled radar and 20mm gun system that automatically
acquires, tracks and destroys enemy threats that have penetrated
other ship defense systems. More than 890 systems have been built
for navies around the world.
"The Phalanx CIWS is an integral element of the Canadian Navy's
defence," said Terry Manion, RCL
vice-president and general manager. "This contract supports
modernization work that will keep these systems ready and relevant
well into the future."
Under the $330 (CAD) million
contract by Public Services and Procurement Canada, RCL, working
with Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services, will provide
maintenance, fleet technical support, repair and overhaul services
on the Phalanx mounts which will ensure the systems are ready to
address current and emerging threats.
"Raytheon is a world leader in platform sustainment and
modernization," said Todd Probert,
RCL board member and vice president of Mission Support and
Modernization at Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services.
"We will continue to provide the technologies, systems and
expertise the Royal Canadian Navy needs to stay ahead of rapidly
evolving threats."
Work under the contract, which was signed November 2017, will be conducted in Raytheon
Canada Limited's Calgary
facilities. RCL has supported a broad range of Canadian defense and
technology programs for nearly 25 years.
About Raytheon Canada Limited
Raytheon Canada Limited (RCL) is a subsidiary of Raytheon
Company. RCL is a leader in high technology solutions, engineering
services, surveillance and navigation systems including air traffic
control radars, highway traffic management systems, maritime
surveillance radars and weapon systems, and precision optics.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25
billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation
leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity
solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 96 years, Raytheon
provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration,
C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects, and
mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon
is headquartered in Waltham, Mass.
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