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Wednesday,
16 March 2005
+++ INTRACOM, ALCATEL and RAYTHEON Cooperation in Military
Satellite Communications Systems +++
The Hellenic Satellite HellaSat has generated the ground
for major new investments, which are required for the establishment of
a dedicated communications infrastructure in Greece for both commercial
and defense applications. This requirement presents a unique opportunity
for the indigenous development of relevant technologies and the production
of satellite communication systems. This opportunity is particularly beneficial
to the local telecommunications industry, introducing the potential for
long term presence in the field of satellite communications. In this framework
INTRACOM, RAYTHEON and ALCATEL, have agreed to cooperate in the field
of satellite communications systems to address potential emerging needs
of the Hellenic Armed Forces.
ALCATEL has long standing experience in the field of
both military and civilian satellite communications as the European leader
in satellite communications systems and the leading supplier of space
solutions to the French Ministry of Defense. The company plays a leading
role in the fields of space applications, telecommunications, navigation,
observation, environment, sciences, for civilian and defense applications
as well as for space transportation.
"RAYTHEON is a government and defense electronics
leader with significant experience in advanced communication technology
and solutions. The company designs and produces communication systems
that use military and commercial satellites for operations in demanding
environments. RAYTHEON supplies military satellite communication terminals
to the US Defense Department and several global customers."
INTRACOM is the largest high technology company in Greece
with over 5300 employees worldwide. The company is engaged in both domestic
and international business ventures and it develops products, provides
services and undertakes complex, integrated advanced technology projects
for civilian and military applications. INTRACOM has the ability to design,
manufacture, integrate, install & support secure satellite communications
systems, from single fixed point-to-point SCPC satellite links to multi-node
dynamic satellite networks, offering secure transmission of digital data,
telephony, video & internet over a variety of user terminals, including
fixed & transportable satellite stations as well as man-packs, air-borne
or ship-borne terminals. A number of associated products designed and
produced by INTRACOM such as VSAT terminals "CRONOS", cryptographic
equipment and wireless communications systems, are currently operational
with the Hellenic Armed Forces while others such as Internet over Satellite
- IoS, Satellite Content Distribution Systems, and Digital Satellite Communications
Platform are in use by a variety of users around the world. The company's
extensive international experience in advanced Network Management Systems
and unique knowledge of the Hellenic telecommunications network ensures
the proper implementation of complex satellite communications programs
in accordance with the Hellenic National Security Standards.
INTRACOM currently employs over 500 skilled engineers
and scientists in support of satellite systems, related technologies and
programs. Additionally, in the frame of the above-mentioned activities,
INTRACOM is cooperating with a number of other Hellenic companies utilizing
to the full possible extent the capabilities of the local industry to
the benefit of the Greek economy.
INTRACOM's networking experience, manufacturing capability
and in-country presence, coupled with ALCATEL's satellite system design
expertise and RAYTHEON's extensive knowledge with regard to specialized
military satellite terminals and systems creates a highly competitive
team to provide the best possible solutions based on leading edge technologies
and extensive Hellenic Industrial participation.
This cooperation lays the foundation for further collaboration
between the companies to other international projects, in pursue of market
opportunities in areas of mutual interest.
About INTRACOM
Founded in 1977 and listed on the Athens Stock Exchange since 1990, INTRACOM is the largest integrated ICT services provider and electronics manufacturing
industry in Greece, for Telecommunications, Public Administration, Banking
& Enterprise, and Defense sectors. In 2004, the 5300-strong INTRACOM
Group reached €620.4 mil in sales and €43.1 mil in profits
before tax. Export sales account for over 45% of the company's annual
turnover. INTRACOM products, solutions and services reach the markets
of over 50 countries all over the world, focusing on the Balkans, the
EU and Eastern Europe, as well as the USA, the Middle East, North Africa,
the former republics of the USSR and Southeast Asia. The company also
participates in the share capital of 22 companies worldwide, which constitute
the INTRACOM Group. INTRACOM's vision is to participate as a key international
player in the modernization process of regional economies.
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