Meggitt PLC

Meggitt Training Systems Wins Canadian Armed Forces Small-Arms Trainer Service and Support Contract

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Thursday, June 4, 2020

Meggitt Training Systems has been awarded a US$4.4 million contract extension from Public Services and Procurement Canada, on behalf of the Department of National Defence, to provide in-service support to the Canadian Armed Forces for Meggitts Small Arms Trainer (SAT) and Indirect Fire Trainer (IFT).

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  • Meggitt Training Systems has been awarded a US$4.4 million contract extension from Public Services and Procurement Canada, on behalf of the Department of National Defence, to provide in-service support to the Canadian Armed Forces for Meggitts Small Arms Trainer (SAT) and Indirect Fire Trainer (IFT).
  • The original contract won by Meggitt Training Systems (Quebec), a subsidiary of Suwanee-based Meggitt Training Systems Inc., began in June 2015 and includes operator and maintenance support for related training activities, incorporating onsite support for health, usage and equipment monitoring at major bases across Canada.
  • Meggitt has been a proud supplier of weapon simulation to the Canadian Armed Forces for more than 20 years, said Ed Duckless, president of Meggitt Training Systems (Quebec).
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.

Meggitt Training Systems Wins Australian Defence Force Contract for Additional Wireless Virtual Weapons

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

Meggitt Training Systems announced today it has been awarded a US $1.8 million contract for 73 additional BlueFire EF88 assault rifle wireless virtual weapons to be used by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) on its Weapon Training Simulation Systems (WTSS), also delivered by the company as a program of record.

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  • Meggitt Training Systems announced today it has been awarded a US $1.8 million contract for 73 additional BlueFire EF88 assault rifle wireless virtual weapons to be used by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) on its Weapon Training Simulation Systems (WTSS), also delivered by the company as a program of record.
  • BlueFire EF88s are manufactured at Meggitt Training Systems in Suwanee, Georgia, with service and maintenance conducted in Australia under the Operations & Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract, which has been held by Meggitt Training Systems Australia (MTSA) since 1999.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.
  • Following the acquisition of FATS virtual training systems and Caswell International's live-fire ranges and services, Meggitt Training Systems continues to grow its capabilities based on the legacy of these two industry leaders.

Meggitt Training Systems Wins US Marine Corps Contract for Additional Wireless Virtual Weapons

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Thursday, May 14, 2020

Meggitt Training Systems announced today it has been awarded a $2.6 million contract for additional BlueFire wireless virtual weapons to be used by the US Marine Corps on its Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer (ISMT), also delivered by the company as a program of record.

Key Points: 
  • Meggitt Training Systems announced today it has been awarded a $2.6 million contract for additional BlueFire wireless virtual weapons to be used by the US Marine Corps on its Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer (ISMT), also delivered by the company as a program of record.
  • BlueFire weapons use commercial wireless technology to communicate with ISMT and other FATS-based virtual training systems, giving the same control as tethered weapons, but with full range of movement.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.
  • Following the acquisition of FATS virtual training systems and Caswell International's live-fire ranges and services, Meggitt Training Systems continues to grow its capabilities based on the legacy of these two industry leaders.

Enforce Tac and IWA Outdoor Classics Returning Exhibitor Meggitt Training Systems To Expand Small-arms Training Exhibits

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Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Based on a strong showing in 2019, Meggitt Training Systems will expand its display of small-arms training products at back-to-back 2020 trade shows in Nuremberg, Germany: Enforce Tac (stand 12-129) on March 4-5 and IWA Outdoor Classics (stand 3-211) on March 6-9.

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  • Based on a strong showing in 2019, Meggitt Training Systems will expand its display of small-arms training products at back-to-back 2020 trade shows in Nuremberg, Germany: Enforce Tac (stand 12-129) on March 4-5 and IWA Outdoor Classics (stand 3-211) on March 6-9.
  • Meggitt Training Systems looks forward to reconnecting with our government and commercial customer communities at Enforce Tac and IWA Outdoor Classics and showing them a wider array of products, said Mark Mears, managing director for Meggitt Training Systems Ltd.
  • On-site installation and training are provided by Meggitt personnel to ensure the industrys most sophisticated use-of-force simulator is ready for optimal use.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.

 Meggitt Training Systems to Display Live-Fire and Virtual Solutions in SimTex Section of UMEX 2020

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Monday, February 17, 2020

Meggitt Training Systems (stand #05-A20/05-A40) will highlight four of its leading live-fire and virtual training products in the SimTex simulation and training section of UMEX 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Meggitt Training Systems (stand #05-A20/05-A40) will highlight four of its leading live-fire and virtual training products in the SimTex simulation and training section of UMEX 2020.
  • Realistic simulation and training are more important than ever, and Meggitt Training Systems delivers through our unrivaled virtual and live-fire product portfolios, said Andrea Czop, vice president of strategy, sales and marketing for Meggitt Training Systems.
  • Meggitt Training Systems has an extensive Middle Eastern customer base for its small-arms simulators, as well as firing range equipment and support.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.

Meggitt Training Systems to Highlight Four Key Shooting Range Products as First-Time British Shooting Show Exhibitor

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

From target carriers to bullet traps, Meggitt Training Systems will display its industry-leading, live-fire solutions at the British Shooting Show as a first-time exhibitor in booth E6.

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  • From target carriers to bullet traps, Meggitt Training Systems will display its industry-leading, live-fire solutions at the British Shooting Show as a first-time exhibitor in booth E6.
  • Specifically, attendees can see the following four Meggitt products on display:
    The XWT GEN4 wireless target carrier builds on the industrys first wireless, 360 turning system.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.
  • Following the acquisition of FATS virtual training systems and Caswell International's live-fire ranges and services, Meggitt Training Systems continues to grow its capabilities based on the legacy of these two industry leaders.

Ontic Signs License Agreement With Meggitt PLC

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Thursday, January 9, 2020

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. (Ontic), the aerospace industrys leading provider of Extended Life Solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) legacy products, has signed another new exclusive license agreement with Meggitt PLC for Pneumatic Valves, Digital Analogue Units (DAU), Triplex Transducer Units (TTU), Data Acquisition and Processing Units (DAPU) and Electronic Processing Units (EPU).

Key Points: 
  • Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. (Ontic), the aerospace industrys leading provider of Extended Life Solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) legacy products, has signed another new exclusive license agreement with Meggitt PLC for Pneumatic Valves, Digital Analogue Units (DAU), Triplex Transducer Units (TTU), Data Acquisition and Processing Units (DAPU) and Electronic Processing Units (EPU).
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Ontic will be responsible for all continuing Part 21 new build manufacturing, as well as comprehensive Part 145 repairs and spares support for the global customers.
  • Gareth Hall, President of Ontic, stated, Ontic and Meggitt have had a long standing partnership since 1995.
  • This is our 5th license agreement with Meggitt, and the latest in a recent succession of transactions.

Meggitt Training Systems to Demonstrate Live-Fire and Virtual Solutions at 2020 SHOT Show

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Thursday, December 19, 2019

It is also the undisputed leader in virtual training systems chosen by the worlds most demanding military and law enforcement customers.

Key Points: 
  • It is also the undisputed leader in virtual training systems chosen by the worlds most demanding military and law enforcement customers.
  • Meggitt Training Systems expanding product portfolio leverages an unparalleled combination of in-house military and law enforcement expertise with global customer feedback, said Andrea Czop, vice president of strategy, sales and marketing for Meggitt Training Systems.
  • In booth 6602, part of the Law Enforcement Pavilion, Meggitt Training Systems will exhibit the FATS 100P portable virtual training system.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.

Elected Officials Attend Meggitt's Groundbreaking Ceremony

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

Ground breaking ceremonies were today with several federal, state and local elected officials and their representatives present.

Key Points: 
  • Ground breaking ceremonies were today with several federal, state and local elected officials and their representatives present.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20191114005892/en/
    Meggitt leadership breaks ground with federal, state and local government partners.
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    The project will allow the company to fulfill increasing orders following recent contract awards for braking systems.
  • The performance-based agreement can provide up to $1.4 million in tax incentives based on the companys investment of $82.68 million.

The World Market for Aircraft Fire Protection Systems (2020-2025) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

The aircraft fire protection systems market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of more than 4.5% during the forecast period.

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  • The aircraft fire protection systems market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of more than 4.5% during the forecast period.
  • Asia-Pacific region is expected to generate the highest demand for aircraft fire protection systems market during the forecast period.
  • These factors are propelling the growth of new orders and deliveries of aircraft, thereby boosting the growth of the aircraft fire protection systems market.
  • The prominent players in the aircraft fire protection systems market are Meggitt PLC, United Technologies Corporation, Siemens AG, FFE Limited, and Advanced Aircraft Extinguishers.