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Telephonics delivers AN/APS-153 MMR systems - CONTRACT UPDATE
PROJECT INFO
Project Name: Lockheed Martin - AN/APS-153 Multi-Mode Radar Systems - USA
Last Updated Date: 22 April 2013
Project Status: Implementation/Execution
Project Type: Parent
Project Start Quarter: Q2 2012
Project End Quarter: Q4 2014
Project Value (USD): 330 Million
Project Sector: Radars
Project Background:
The aim of the contract is to provide AN/APS-153 Multi-Mode Radar Systems for the US Navy's H-60R multi-mission helicopter. The AN/APS-153 Multi-Mode Radar, with the advanced ARPDD mode, provides the US Navy with an unprecedented capability to perform their difficult and often dangerous missions.
The AN/APS-153 radar is the successor to the AN/APS-147, and includes Automatic Radar Periscope Detection and Discrimination (ARPDD) capability. It was designed to meet the Navy's demanding mission requirements, providing reliable maritime domain surveillance in all weather conditions, day or night.
Project Description:
Lockheed Martin Mission Systems & Sensors has awarded a contract to Telephonics Corporation, a subsidiary of the Griffon Corporation.
The US$330 million contract involves delivery of 160 AN/APS-153 Multi-Mode Radar systems, spares and engineering support. A portion of the systems are designated for an Australian Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract.
These systems will be integrated into the Lockheed Martin advanced mission avionics package and installed on the US Navy’s MH-60R "Romeo" helicopter.
The contract was awarded in April 2012, and is expected to be completed by the end of Q4 2014.
Project Location: 20350-1200, Washington, USA, North America.
BIDDING COMPANIES
Tender Award Date: 26/04/2012
Awarded to: Telephonics Corporation
Bidding Companies: Telephonics Corporation.
