MELBOURNE, Fla., Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

Highlights

  • Upgrade will provide all-digital link for park service employees and law enforcement agencies
  • Represents expansion into state and local markets for Government Communications Systems business
  • Company uniquely positioned to provide trusted, turnkey communications backbone


Harris Corporation (NYSE: HRS), an international communications and information technology company, has been awarded a contract by the Department of the Interior to modernize a microwave communications system that spans the more than 400-mile Natchez Trace Parkway in the southern United States.  

Under the contract, Harris will provide a turnkey communications system, including all microwave radio components and associated services, such as managing the upgrade and repairing existing microwave towers and shelters.  The network will provide reliable data, VoIP and video connectivity for National Park Service personnel and law enforcement officers serving the tri-state parkway that spans Alabama, Mississippi and Tennessee.

"This area is a national treasure of scenic wonders, and we will work diligently with the National Park Service to protect the terrain as we modernize the area's communications capabilities," said John O'Sullivan, vice president, Mission Critical Networks, Harris Government Communications Systems.  

The contract is the first awarded to Harris by the Department of the Interior, and reflects the company's focus on expanding the use of its proven, trusted communications systems and networks into new national, state and local government markets.

About Harris Corporation

Harris is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries.  Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5 billion of annual revenue and more than 16,000 employees -- including nearly 7,000 engineers and scientists.  Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications® products, systems, and services.  Additional information about Harris Corporation is available at www.harris.com.

SOURCE Harris Corporation

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