xG Technology Inc (NASDAQ: XGTI) disclosed that it its IMT Vislink business has completed delivery of the first order against $12.5-million U.S. Army contract.
xG, based in Sarasota, Florida, announced today that the contract covers the supply of hand-held intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance receiver devices. Delivery of the first order was completed significantly in advance of the required delivery date of Feb. 15, 2018.
CEO George Schmitt said, "We are pleased to have successfully completed, shipped and delivered the first part of the Army order well in advance of the date by which we were obligated to deliver. We all appreciate the efforts of our team in both the United Kingdom and the U.S. to get the job done. We look forward to continuing to deliver these state-of-the-art devices to our people in uniform to help them in their job of protecting all of us."
xG Technology's brands provide wireless video solutions to broadcast, law enforcement and defense markets, and private mobile broadband networks for use in challenging environments. xG's brand portfolio includes Integrated Microwave Technologies (IMT), Vislink, and xMax.
IMT has pioneered advanced digital microwave systems and is a trusted supplier to broadcast, sports and entertainment, and MAG (Military, Aerospace & Government) markets. Their products are recognized for high levels of performance, reliability, build quality, extended operating ranges and compact form factors. Vislink specializes in the wireless capture, delivery and management of secure, high-quality, live video, and serves broadcast & media and public safety & surveillance markets.
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