BAE Systems Receives Two Follow-On Orders Worth $15.5 Million for MOLLE Components from U.S. Army
05 Mar 2008 | Ref. 084/2008
PHOENIX - BAE Systems has been awarded two follow-on orders totaling $15.5 million from the U.S. Army for production of Core Rifleman and Large Rucksack Modular Lightweight Load Carrying Equipment (MOLLE) system sets. The MOLLE system is the primary field equipment piece for the U.S. Armed Forces and incorporates 37 components. Primarily comprised of vests, pockets, packs, and hydration systems, the MOLLE system enables soldiers to carry the necessary equipment critical to their mission.
“This new delivery order sustains production for the 37 individual components that make up two of the sets available in the MOLLE system,” said Sean Martin, vice president, sales and business development of Individual Equipment for BAE Systems. “Widely utilized, the Core Rifleman and Large Rucksack sets maintain our position as a market leader in U.S. Army field equipment.”
The external frame and quick release mechanism improves mission effectiveness without compromising mobility. The MOLLE system is fully adjustable to accommodate body armor and allows for easy removal of the large rucksack while maintaining use of the Fighting Load Carrier (FLC) vest and pockets.
Issued under a $258.9 million multi-year contract received in August 2006, these orders bring the total accumulated amount awarded to $169 million.
The production will be completed at facilities located in Arizona, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania with deliveries scheduled for July through September 2008.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems is the premier global defense and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services. With 97,500 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded $31.4 billion in 2007.
For further information, please contact:
Jessica Pantages, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 703 312 6157 Mobile: +1 703 439 0345
jessica.pantages@baesystems.com
Shannon Smith, BAE Systems
Tel: +1 703 907 8257 Mobile: +1 703 967 3854
shannon.n.smith@baesystems.com
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