Marketwire - Aerospace and Defense

Media Advisory: Last Chat with Robert Thirsk Before Landing

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

LONGUEUIL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Nov. 23, 2009) - Media representatives are invited to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to take part in Thirsk's last News Conference from space. CSA Astronaut and his crew members will be taking questions from journalists. ONLY JOURNALISTS ON-SITE at the CSA will be able to ask questions. Time of event may change without advance notice. Please call the CSA Media Relations Office to confirm the most up-to-date details. Journalists who cannot be on site will be able to watch the event live on NASA TV.

Avis aux m�dias : Dernier contact avec Robert Thirsk avant son retour sur Terre

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

LONGUEUIL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 23 nov. 2009) - Les repr�sentants des m�dias sont invit�s � l'Agence spatiale canadienne (ASC) pour participer � la derni�re conf�rence de presse de Robert Thirsk en direct de l'espace. L'astronaute de l'ASC, en compagnie de ses co�quipiers, r�pondra aux questions des journalistes. ATTENTION : Seuls les journalistes sur place, � l'ASC, pourront poser une question. L'heure de l'�v�nement peut changer sans pr�avis. Veuillez communiquer avec l'�quipe des relations avec les m�dias pour confirmer l'horaire de la conf�rence de presse.

Extreme Engineering Solutions Introduces XPedite5501: First Conduction-Cooled PrPMC / XMC Module Targeting Freescale Dual-Core QorIQ(TM) P2020 Processor

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:08:00 EST

MIDDLETON, WI--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) announces the availability of XPedite5501, the first conduction-cooled PMC/XMC single-board computer based on Freescale Semiconductor's dual-core QorIQT P2020 processor. XPedite5501 provides a high-performance, feature-rich solution for current and future generations of embedded applications.

XPedite5501 operates with two 1.2 GHz PowerPC e500 cores, and supports:

--  Up to 4 GB DDR3-800 ECC SDRAM
--  Up to 8 GB of NAND flash and 256 MB of redundant NOR flash
--  32-bit/33-MHz PCI (PMC interface)
--  PCI Express or Serial RapidIO (PCIe or sRIO XMC interface)
--  Two Gigabit Ethernet ports
--  Operating system support:
     --  Green Hills INTEGRITYT Board Support Package (BSP)
     --  Wind River VxWorksT BSP
     --  QNX NeutrinoT BSP
     --  Linux BSP

Perceptron(R) to Present at Lambert, Edwards & Associates Small and Mid Cap - West Stock Conference

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

PLYMOUTH, MI--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Perceptron, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRCP), a leading provider of information-based process improvement solutions for non-contact measurement and inspection applications, and provider of commercial products for professional tradesmen, today announced that President and CEO Harry Rittenour and CFO Jack Lowry will present to investors and analysts at the Lambert, Edwards & Associates fifth annual Small and Mid Cap - West (SMID-West) Stock Conference, to be held on December 10, 2009, at the Allerton Hotel on Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

David A. Collins, CEO of DAC Technologies Interviewed on Smallcaps.US

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:30:00 EST

LITTLE ROCK, AR--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - DAC Technologies (OTCBB: DAAT) is pleased to announce that Chairman and CEO, David A. Collins, was featured in an interview with Smallcaps.us. The interview took place November 19, 2009 and can be heard in its entirety by logging on to http://smallcaps.us/blog/?p=412.

In the interview, Mr. Collins stated that it was still too early in the fourth quarter to tell what revenues and earnings the Company will realize in fiscal year 2009. He did feel comfortable with his initial guidance of 2009 earnings between 12 and 14 cents per share. This would represent a 100% increase over 2008's earnings of 6 cents per share.

Altairnano Announces Resignation of Robert F. Hemphill From Board of Directors

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 EST

RENO, NV--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Altair Nanotechnologies, Inc. (Altairnano) (NASDAQ: ALTI), a leading provider of energy storage systems for clean, efficient power and energy management, today announced the resignation of Robert F. Hemphill from Altairnano's Board of Directors, a position he has held since May, 2007.

"Bob has been an excellent board member for Altairnano, investing his time, talent, and passion helping build the success of the company. His insights have been very helpful in guiding our early decisions about how to address the power and energy markets," said Terry Copeland, Altairnano president and CEO. "As we have moved closer to commercial sales opportunities we have had to restrict some of our sales, marketing and operations information from Bob so that we could avoid even the appearance of any potential conflict of interest that might result from his senior executive position with Th

Virginia Surety Announces Underwriting and Actuarial Services Agreement With Preferred Warranties

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:29:00 EST

CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Virginia Surety Company, Inc., a unit of The Warranty Group, Inc., today announced an agreement with Preferred Warranties, Inc. (PWI), to provide underwriting and actuarial services for their automotive and powersport extended service plans.

"Virginia Surety Company selectively targets third party administrators, and we are excited about our partnership with Preferred Warranties," said Mike Frosch, Senior Vice President. "We look forward to deploying our 45 years of experience and deep resources to grow and expand PWI's unique distribution model."

Aruba Networks Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2010 Financial Results

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST

SUNNYVALE, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Aruba Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARUN)

--  Revenue Increases Sequentially by 8%, 10% Year over Year, to a Record
    $57.6 Million
--  Company Adds Over 600 New Customers In Fiscal Q1
--  GAAP Net Loss of $24.7 Million Includes $19.75 Million Litigation
    Settlement Expense
--  Non-GAAP Net Income Increases 206% Year-over-Year to a Record $4.1
    Million
--  Cash Increases by $12.5 Million Sequentially to a Record $135.6
    Million and No Debt

Thanksgiving Travel at LAX to Reach 1.49 Million Passengers; LA/Ontario International to Total 123,500 Passengers

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:21:00 EST

New LAX FlyAway(R) Service From Irvine and Airline Relocations Set This Holiday

Third Quarter Results Announced by First Aviation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:22:00 EST

WESTPORT, CT--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - First Aviation Services Inc. (PINKSHEETS: FAVS) today announced net income of $419,000 for the three months ended October 31, 2009 or $.06 per share versus a net loss of ($80,000) in the three month period ended October 31, 2008. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) was a positive $1,062,000 compared to $655,000 in the three months ended October 31, 2008. Revenue for the quarter ended October 31, 2009 was 2.2% lower than the prior year same period.

Aptina Picks Silicon Frontline's Post-Layout Verification EDA Software to Eliminate Costly Prototype Builds, Improve Manufacturing Quality

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:53:00 EST

CAMPBELL, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Silicon Frontline Technology, Inc. (Silicon Frontline), an Electronic Design Automation (EDA) company in the post-layout verification market, announced today that Aptina, the world's foremost image sensor provider, is using Silicon Frontline's F3D (Fast 3D) software for post-layout verification and for fast 3D extraction to improve Aptina's image sensor design accuracy and manufacturing quality.

Astro-Med Introduces Industry's Smallest, Lightest Flight Deck Printer

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:01:00 EST

WEST WARWICK, RI--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Astro-Med, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT) announced today that it has introduced the ToughWriter 5, the smallest, lightest ARINC744A-1 printer available in the industry. The ToughWriter 5 was displayed at the National Business Aviation Association's 62nd Annual Meeting & Convention (NBAA2009) in Orlando, FL, October 20-22, 2009, and was extremely well received.

Northstar Electronics, Inc. (NEIK) CEO Wilson Russell Interviewed by Analyst About Its Defense Sector Business

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Northstar Electronics, Inc. (OTCBB: NEIK) announces that its CEO, Dr. Wilson Russell, was interviewed by CEONEWS.Tv about the Company's business strategies and its unique role within the defense sector.

The interview is available in its entirety at: http://www.ceonews.tv/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=10663&Itemid=294

Venga: GMI Resumes Liberian Gold Mining Operations

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:45:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Venga Aerospace Systems Inc. (TSX VENTURE:VAV)(PINK SHEETS:VNGAF)�("VAV"; the "Company") announced that the Company's mining affiliate, Global Mineral Investments, LLC's ("GMI") has now resumed its Liberian gold mining operations with dredging now having started at GMI's Dugbe River site. "We began dredging on November 16 because the water level was still high by the time we got to the Dugbe River early last week," stated George Duokenel, GMI's Chief Geologist. "GMI has decided to initially concentrate solely on the dredging operation since this gives us the greatest opportunity to recover gold as quickly as possible," stated Venga President, Hirsh Kwinter. "The rainy season is over and with our equipment and production crews now in place, we are hopefully positioned to achieve the success that we have long planned for," continued Kwinter.

M/V Maersk Alabama Deploys LRAD(R) Successfully Deterring Pirate Attack off the Coast of Somalia

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:30:00 EST

Long Range Acoustic Device(TM) Assisting Maritime Security and International Naval Forces in Fight Against 21st Century Pirates

Spectrum and GateHouse to Demonstrate Live Software Defined Implementation of the Inmarsat BGAN Waveform

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Enabling beyond-line-of-sight, line-of-sight, satellite and terrestrial communications on a single modem hardware platform

Satellite-Based Earth Observation Market Entering Phase of Impressive Growth

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

EO Satellite Manufacturing, Commercial Data and Value Added Services to Generate $6.2 Billion in 2018, According to NSR

TowerJazz and Tanner EDA Announce Process Design Kit (PDK) Collaboration for Power Management Device Design

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:00:00 EST

New PDKs Catalyst for Analog/Mixed-Signal Design Innovation

WiFi Wireless, Inc. -- Technology and Business Strategy Update

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:51:00 EST

ALISO VIEJO, CA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - In a continuing effort to keep shareholders and the public informed, WiFi Wireless, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: WFWL) wishes to disclose the following information*.

1) WiFi announced today they have filed today their Quarterly Report for 3rd Quarter 2009 with Pink Sheets and are now current in their filings.

2) In accordance with statements made in previous press releases, WiFi has been exploring the possibility of entering into a joint venture or strategic alliance with various parties. In an effort to execute this strategy, WiFi's executives have recently demonstrated WiFi's technology to certain industry players that have the capability to deploy their technology on a global scale.

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Launches Completely Updated E-Catalog

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:56:00 EST

FT. WAYNE, IN--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, a worldwide leading supplier of high-quality sealing and bearing systems, today announced its well-established powerful E-catalog has enhanced usability, including extended capabilities, additional products and both inch and metric sizes. It allows website members to search for seals by item number or by their properties, such as type of seal, installation dimensions or approvals.

Over 100,000 items are included and the electronic catalog is easy to use. With measurements in both inch and metric, comprehensive and detailed information pages for each seal can be accessed to ensure the correct seal has been selected for a specific application. You can also link to our online CAD service and literature.

Pratt & Whitney Canada Signs FMP(R) Agreement With Falcon Aviation Services

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:54:00 EST

DUBAI AIR SHOW, DUBAI, UAE--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - Pratt & Whitney Canada Customer Service Centre Europe GmbH, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney Canada and MTU Aero Engines, has signed a four-year Fleet Management Program(TM)(FMP)(R) agreement with Falcon Aviation Services LLC (FAS) of Abu Dhabi to provide comprehensive maintenance support for PT6T-3DF Twin-Pac(R) engines installed on FAS's fleet of Bell 412 EP helicopters. Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX) company.

Pratt & Whitney Canada ratifie une entente dans le cadre du Programme de gestion des flottes(MC) (FMP)(R) avec Falcon Aviation Services

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:54:00 EST

SALON DE L'AERONAUTIQUE DE DUBAI, DUBAI, EMIRATS ARABES UNIS--(Marketwire - 18 nov. 2009) - Le centre de service � la client�le europ�en de Pratt & Whitney Canada GmbH, une entreprise conjointe entre Pratt & Whitney Canada et MTU Aero Engines, a sign� une entente dans le cadre du Programme de gestion des flottes(MC) (FMP)(R) d'une dur�e de quatre ans avec Falcon Aviation Services LLC (FAS) d'Abu Dhabi dans le but de lui offrir un service de maintenance exhaustif des moteurs PT6T-3DF Twin-Pac(R) qui �quipent sa flotte d'h�licopt�res 412 EP de Bell. Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) est une soci�t� de United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).

DigitalGlobe to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST

LONGMONT, CO--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - �DigitalGlobe Inc. (NYSE: DGI), a leading global provider of commercial high-resolution earth imagery products and services, today announced that its senior executives will be presenting at the following investor conferences:

2009 Citi Investment�Research Small and Mid Cap Conference
When: Friday, November 20, 2009 at 12:50 p.m. ET
Where: New York, NY
J.P. Morgan SMid Cap�Conference 2009
When: Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. ET
Where: New York, NY

NetApp Announces Results for Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2010

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:02:00 EST

Revenue Up 9% Sequentially and Nearly Flat Year Over Year

Woodward Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:00:00 EST

FORT COLLINS, CO--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Woodward Governor Company (NASDAQ: WGOV) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2009. (All per share amounts are presented on a fully diluted basis.)

Quarterly Highlights

--  Sales for the quarter were $365 million, up approximately 4 percent
    from $351 million in the fourth quarter of last year.
--  Earnings per share were $0.34 for the quarter as compared with $0.50
    for the same quarter last year.
--  Free cash flow for the quarter was $92 million compared to $27 million
    for the same period in the prior year.
--  $121 million of debt was repaid in the fourth quarter.
--  Final resolution in November 2009 of MPC's government matter
    consistent with expectations.
--  Organic net sales (which excludes Airframe Systems segment external
    sales of $109.6 million) for the fiscal 2009 fourth quarter were $255

Quasar Aerospace Industries, Inc. Details the Terms of Its $350 Million Funding

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:37:00 EST

JACKSONVILLE, FL--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Quasar Aerospace Industries, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: QASP) today released additional details regarding the Company's recently announced primary funding of $350 million.

Mark Lundquist, a Philadelphia based attorney and Senior Vice President for Strategic Planning for Quasar Aerospace Industries, Inc., stated, "This primary funding instrument will provide a $350 million cash infusion into Quasar. Closing documents are being prepared and closing is scheduled for mid-December."

G.I. Jobs and MAE List Allied American University in Top Military Friendly Schools

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST

LAGUNA HILLS, CA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Allied American University was among a select group of universities named as a "Top Military Friendly School" for 2010. Both "G.I. Jobs" and "Military Advanced Education" magazines recognized AAU for its effort to provide a military friendly education to service members nationwide. Allied American University continually strives to tailor the educational experience to accommodate their unique learning needs and foster academic achievement.

Touch International Raises the Bar With New ExtremeTouch Projected Capacitive Modules

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:53:00 EST

AUSTIN, TX--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Touch International, a global leader in the touch screen industry, announces today the release of the ExtremeTouch Projected Capacitive Touch Screen Modules. Designed to raise the bar with its portable, plug and play design, the ExtremeTouch Modules are the latest in an innovative new product line offering a fresh solution with single and two-finger touch with gesture.

Well equipped with a general purpose projected capacitive controller and a touch screen mounted on a LCD, these one piece, cutting edge modules do not require any set up or system integration. Without the need for integration, each kit can be configured to virtually any program and adapted to suit the needs of almost any application.

Ziptronix to License 3D IC Technology for Imaging Systems

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:24:00 EST

Ziptronix' Low Temperature Oxide Bonding Enhances Ability in Meeting Cost and Yield Targets

Vermont Department of Public Safety Selects Metatomix for Integrated Justice Data Sharing

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

mtx JDX Solution to Help Ensure Public Safety in Vermont

Plex Systems Community Advisory Board Announces Results

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:57:00 EST

Group's Latest Step in Exceeding Customer Expectations

AVI BioPharma, Inc. to Present at Transformational Medical Technologies Initiative (TMTI) Industry Day

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

BOTHELL, WA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - AVI BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVII), a developer of RNA-based drugs, today announced that Patrick Iversen, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances, will present at the upcoming Transformational Medical Technologies Initiative (TMTI) Industry Day taking place in Dallas, Texas.

Dr. Iversen will present on Thursday, Nov. 19, as part of a "Performers Panel" in which a panel of current TMTI performers from academia, biotechnology companies and large pharmaceutical firms will provide their perspectives on lessons learned from their experiences, timeframes and what was required in order to effectively do business with the TMTI.

Worldwide Energy Clarifies and Reaffirms Fiscal Year 2009 Guidance, Estimates $60 Million in Annual Revenue

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA and SHANGHAI, CHINA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Worldwide Energy and Manufacturing USA, Inc. (OTCBB: WEMU), today announced that company management clarifies and reaffirms guidance for the 2009 fiscal year ending December 31, 2009.

Jimmy Wang, chief executive officer of Worldwide Energy and Manufacturing USA, Inc., stated: "The Company reaffirms guidance previously provided in our November 5, 2009, third-quarter earnings conference call that we expect annual revenues of at least $60 million and an EBITDA of $2.8 million for fiscal year 2009."

Fujitsu and NetApp Announce Plans to Expand Their Global Partnership

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 EST

Building on Existing Successes, Companies Intend to Collaborate on Joint Integrated Offerings and Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategies

MOS FET Relays: New Series and New Price Reductions

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:47:00 EST

SCHAUMBURG, IL--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Omron Electronic Components LLC eagerly announces the release of two new series of MOS FET Relays, while simultaneously decreasing the List Price on twenty existing families in the interest of supporting cost-sensitive market conditions. This move positions Omron's products, a leader in the industry with unrivaled performance and reliability, quite aggressive in pricing with reductions on some models of over 30%.

Four new models with Low LED Trigger values provide energy savings for power limited/battery applications. These ultra-sensitive models include the 60V G3VM-61G2, 200V G3VM-201G1, 360V G3VM-351G1 and 600V G3VM-601G part numbers. In an SOP-4 terminal package, they boast a maximum LED Trigger of 1.0 mA.

Phoenix International Ventures, Inc. Announces Record Nine Months Results; 62% Revenue Growth Over Same Period 2008; Turning to Profit in the Third Quarter

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:54:00 EST

Current Backlog at $7M, Progressing on Major Air Force Program

Camber's Checkpoint Recon(TM) Military Game Chosen as Finalist for 2009 IITSEC Serious Games Showcase and Challenge

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:05:00 EST

Contest Recognizes Use of Video Games for Training Applications

Northstar Electronics, Inc. (NEIK) Announces Its 2009 Third Quarter Results

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:15:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Northstar Electronics, Inc. (OTCBB: NEIK), specializing in aeronautics contract manufacturing and underwater sonar manufacturing, announces its 2009 third quarter results.

For the quarter ended September 30, 2009, the Company reported total revenues of USD$879,565 compared with USD$615,378 in 2008 representing an increase of 42.2% over the previous year. The Company incurred a net loss of USD$288,009 or $0.01 per share compared with a net loss of USD$332,604 or $0.01 per share for the same period in 2008, representing a decrease of 13.4%. Salary expenses (10.7% reduction) were effectively maintained where possible and material margins were tightened. The Company has striven to increase revenues quarter by quarter this year and this period further demonstrates that undertaking.

Sanswire Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2009 Results

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:59:00 EST

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Sanswire Corp. (OTCBB: SNSR) today announced that it has filed with the United States Securities & Exchange Commission its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2009.

For the quarter ended September 30, 2009, the Company reported a net loss of $1.5 million, or $0.01 per share, with no revenue, compared to a net loss of $433,000, or $0.00 per share, with no revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2008.

Bombardier commence la construction de l'usine de fabrication des ailes des avions CSeries � Belfast

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:41:00 EST

BELFAST, IRLANDE DU NORD--(Marketwire - 17 nov. 2009) - A l'attention des directeurs de l'information: Une photo accompagnant ce communiqu� sera disponible sur le fil photo de la Presse Canadienne et EPA via Marketwire. Bombardier A�ronautique a c�l�br� aujourd'hui le passage d'une autre importante �tape dans le programme d'avions CSeries, en entamant la construction de ses nouvelles installations de fabrication et d'assemblage d'ailes d'avion � la fine pointe de la technologie, � Belfast, en Irlande du Nord.

Bombardier's CSeries Aircraft Wing Manufacturing Facility Gets Under Way in Belfast

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:40:00 EST

BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - Editors Note: A photo for this release will be available on the Canadian Press picture wire and EPA via Marketwire. Bombardier Aerospace today celebrated another major milestone in the CSeries aircraft programme as construction got under way on its new state-of-the-art aircraft wing manufacturing and assembly facility in Belfast, Northern Ireland. "This is another significant milestone in the ongoing development of the CSeries aircraft programme. In August, the test fuselage barrel arrived ahead of schedule at our St-Laurent, Quebec site, from China, and in September we celebrated the groundbreaking of our first CSeries aircraft manufacturing building in Mirabel, Quebec. The CSeries aircraft programme is progressing well and to schedule, and we look forward to receiving the first test wing from Belfast in 2011," said Guy Hachey, President and Chief Operating Officer, Bombardier Aerospace.

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) Announces XPedite7101: First PrPMC / XMC Module Featuring Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo Processor

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:32:00 EST

MIDDLETON, WI--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is pleased to introduce XPedite7101, a conduction- or air-cooled PrPMC / XMC module targeting the Intel� CoreT2 Duo processor running at up to 1.8 GHz. This card comes with PCI Express or PCI interconnect and a Gigabit Ethernet port with integrated magnetics. XPedite7101 is ideal for high-bandwidth data-processing applications and features:

-- Up to 2 GB of DDR2-400 SDRAM
-- Up to 4 GB of NAND flash
-- P14 I/O includes:
    -- Two USB ports
    -- Two SATA ports
    -- RS-232/422 serial port
    -- Eight GPIO signals
    -- Gigabit Ethernet
-- P16 I/O features:
    -- Two USB ports
    -- Two SATA ports
    -- One RS-485 port or two RS-232/RS-422 ports
    -- Four GPIO signals
    -- Gigabit Ethernet
-- In-house X-ES operating system support:
    -- Green Hills INTEGRITYT Board Support Package (BSP)
    -- Wind River VxWorksT BSP
    -- QNX NeutrinoT BSP

Etihad Airways Selects Panasonic's eX2 for A330 and B777 Aircraft and Turnkey Maintenance

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:03:00 EST

LAKE FOREST, CA--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC) systems, announced today at the Dubai Airshow the signing of an agreement with Etihad Airways (Etihad) for 10 B777-300ER, 5 A330-300, and 2 A330-200 aircraft to be equipped with Panasonic's leading eX2 IFEC system as well as an agreement for a 7-year turnkey service maintenance contract. The first aircraft delivery is expected in December 2009.

SpaceClaim Announces New Engineering Software Release

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

Ships Industry's First Precise Multi-Touch 3D Modeler; SpaceClaim 2009+ Enhances Model Preparation for Simulation

SatMAX Completes ITT Installation -- Technology Patented by SatMAX Corp. Wins Acceptance Into Defense Communications Arena

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:45:00 EST

HOUSTON, TX--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - SatMAX Corp. (PINKSHEETS: SATM), a leading global provider of wireless, non-line-of-sight satellite communications products and services to the $46 billion ground based satellite communications industry, announced it has completed installation of three SatMAX� Iridium satellite communications repeater systems for ITT Corporation. ITT is a high technology engineering and manufacturing company operating on all seven continents in three vital Markets: water and fluids management, global defense and security, and motion and flow control. As part of a Department of Defense program, ITT will use the SatMAX�system in an indoor facility requiring non-line-of-sight satellite communications and wireless mobility with the Iridium satellite communication network. The patented SatMAX�system enables users of the Iridium satellite network to quickly and easily make fu

CAE awarded contract valued at approximately C$35 million for two simulators for China's new ARJ21 regional jet

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - (NYSE:CAE)(TSX:CAE) - CAE today announced that it has sold two CAE 7000 Series ARJ21-700 Level D full-flight simulators (FFS) to COMAC Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co. Ltd., owned by Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC). The contract, valued at approximately C$35 million at list price, brings the total FFS sales that CAE has announced so far during fiscal year 2010 to 12. "We are building the ARJ21 to be the finest regional aircraft in the world, so we want the aircraft's pilots to train using the best simulators in the world - and those are CAE simulators," said Mr. Xu Qinghong, President, Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co., Ltd. "The Chinese name for the ARJ21 - Xiangfeng - means 'Soaring Phoenix,' and we expect the ARJ21 to soar ahead of other regional jet aircraft, especially in hot and high-altitude conditions."

CAE a remport� un contrat d'une valeur d'environ 35 millions $CA pour deux simulateurs reproduisant le nouveau jet r�gional ARJ21 de la Chine

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:42:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 17 nov. 2009) - (NYSE:CAE)(TSX:CAE) - CAE a annonc� aujourd'hui qu'elle a vendu deux simulateurs de vol (FFS) ARJ21-700 S�rie CAE 7000 de niveau D � la compagnie COMAC Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co. Ltd. d�tenue par Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC). Le contrat, d'une valeur d'environ 35 millions $CA aux prix catalogue, porte � 12 le nombre de simulateurs de vol dont CAE a annonc� la vente depuis le d�but de l'exercice 2010. "Nous construisons actuellement l'ARJ21 dans l'optique qu'il devienne le meilleur avion de transport r�gional au monde, c'est la raison pour laquelle nous voulons que les pilotes s'entra�nent sur les meilleurs simulateurs au monde, soit les simulateurs CAE", a d�clar� M. Xu Qinghong, pr�sident de Shanghai Aircraft Customer Service Co. Ltd. "Le nom chinois - Xiangfeng - de l'appareil ARJ21 signifie "Phonix en vol", et nous pr�voyons que l'avion ARJ21 volera loin devant les autres jets r�gionaux, surtout

Xceedium(R) Extends Its Award-Winning Access Control and Audit Capabilities to Mainframe and Virtualized Environments

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:36:00 EST

New Version of Xceedium GateKeeper Provides Comprehensive Support for Centralized Computing Models

RAE Systems Granted United States Patent for Radiation Detector Dosimeter

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:35:00 EST

Detector Deployed in GammaRAE II R Increases Measurement Range and Detects Rate and Dose

Cubic Selected to Provide Research, War Gaming and Analytical Support to U.S. Naval War College

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

NEWPORT, RI--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Cubic Applications Inc., a mission support services business of Cubic Corporation (NYSE: CUB), has won a five-year, $6.5 million contract to research, design, execute and analyze a series of war games for the U.S. Naval War College.

The college's War Gaming Department, part of the Center for Naval Warfare Studies, is the country's oldest war gaming facility, founded in 1887. The department conducts seminars, workshops, conferences and war games supporting the President of the Naval War College, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, U.S. Navy fleet commands and other Department of Defense and inter-agency organizations.

Open Kernel Labs Paper on Formal Verification Wins Top Prize at Prestigious SOSP Conference

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:01:00 EST

Recognized as "Best Paper" at the Twenty-Second ACM Symposium on Operating Systems Principles

Gargoyles Engages Level 4 Group

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 EST

WESTMINSTER, MD--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Gargoyles Inc., an advanced materials application company, today announced the engagement of Level 4 Group LLC as a business advisor.

"We look forward to working with Level 4 Group on our advanced ballistics applications for personnel protection, lightweight vehicle armor, and blast protection for structures," stated Jef Curran, President and COO of Gargoyles. "Level 4 Group is highly regarded for their experience and ability in the ballistic protection arena and we are very pleased to have them on board."

SEACOR Subsidiaries Era Helicopters and SEACOR Environmental Services Conduct Joint SAR and Emergency Medical Services Demonstration

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:37:00 EST

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - SEACOR Holdings Inc. (SEACOR) (NYSE: CKH) announced today that it conducted a joint Search and Rescue (SAR) and Emergency Medical Services demonstration on October 28 in Sabine Pass, Texas. The demonstration of SEACOR's joint services capabilities stems from a teaming arrangement between Era Helicopters LLC (Era), a SEACOR subsidiary, and Priority 1 Air Rescue (P1AR). Era and P1AR are now offering FAA-approved full-service SAR and Emergency Medical Services capability and turnkey solutions to offshore Oil & Gas companies in the Gulf of Mexico and abroad.

Space-Lok Upgrades Materials Testing Lab With New Tinius Olsen Tensile Systems

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:04:00 EST

HORSHAM, PA--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Space-Lok, Inc., a Gardena, CA-based maker of super alloy fasteners for aerospace and other mission critical applications, recently made major upgrades to its in-house materials testing laboratory. The company, which owns several high capacity tensile testing machines from Tinius Olsen, a premier materials testing machine manufacturer, decided to retrofit its 120,000 and 600,000 lbs models with all-new digital control to match its new 400,000 lbs model. The load frames continue to hold up after years of service. In addition to tensile, Space-Lok uses 220,000 lbs, 67,000 lbs, and 22,000 lbs fatigue-testing machines.

$100,000 in Funding Secured From Army Research Office to Develop Solar-Blind UV Detectors to Replace the Use of Large, Bulky Photomultiplier Tubes in Military RSTA Applications

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:34:00 EST

Monrovia Firm Awarded Many Similar Detector Development Contracts Since 2004

TeleCommunication Systems Completes Offering of $103.5 Million of 4.5% Convertible Senior Notes

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:58:00 EST

ANNAPOLIS, MD--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS) closed its offering of $103.5 million aggregate principal amount of 4.5% convertible senior notes due in 2014. The aggregate principal amount of the notes issued reflects the full exercise of the $13.5 million over-allotment option granted to the initial purchasers with respect to the notes.

The net proceeds to TCS from the offering, after deducting the initial purchasers' commissions and estimated fees and expenses of the offering payable by TCS, were approximately $100.4 million. TCS intends to use the net proceeds of the offering and warrant transactions discussed below for general corporate purposes, including working capital, and may include the acquisition or investment in businesses, products and technologies that are complementary to its own. TCS used a portion of the gross proceeds of the offering to pay

TeleCommunication Systems Acquires Sidereal Solutions

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:50:00 EST

ANNAPOLIS, MD--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS), a leading provider of mission-critical wireless communications, today announced the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of privately-held Sidereal Solutions, Inc. (Sidereal), a satellite communications technology engineering, operations and maintenance support services company. Consideration for the purchase was cash, approximately 244,000 shares of TCS Class A common stock, and contingent consideration based on the business' gross profit in 2010 and 2011.

DecisionPoint Reports Strong Profit for Third Quarter 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:49:00 EST

Focus on Higher Margin Business and Cost Controls Continue to Drive Margin Growth

Electronic Control Security, Inc. Announces Operating Profit for First Quarter Fiscal 2010

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:02:00 EST

CLIFTON, NJ--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Electronic Control Security, Inc. (OTCBB: EKCS) (ECSI), a leading provider of electronic security system technologies to the government and private sectors, announced its results of operations for the three months ended September 30, 2009.

Arthur Barchenko, President and CEO, stated, "We had net revenues of $390,657 for the three months ended September 30, 2009 compared to $825,516 for the corresponding three month period in 2008, a decrease of approximately 52.7%. The decrease is primarily attributable to a delay in the release of purchase orders in-house for the Department of Defense, United Nations and nuclear power stations amounting to approximately $4,950,000. Approximately $4,500,000 of these orders have now been released, and shipments should improve significantly in the second, third and fourth quarters of fiscal 2010."

Awarepoint RTLS Asset Management Announced at University of Toledo Medical Center

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

Awarepoint Real-Time Awareness Solution Expanding, Adding 1,500 Additional Asset Tags and Temperature Monitoring Functionality

New PXI MultiComputing(TM) Specification Enables Multi-Controller Systems With High Performance Communication

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST

Utilizes High Bandwidth, Low Latency PCI Express Communications Bus and Maintains Backwards Compatibility

mPower Technologies to Exhibit at CES Unveiled Las Vegas Press Event

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST

LITTLE FALLS, NJ--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - mPower Technologies, Inc., the wholly owned consumer products division of mPhase Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: XDSL), today announced that it will be exhibiting at the CES Unveiled Las Vegas Press Event on January 5. CES Unveiled is the Official Press Event of the International CES where hundreds of media come to get a first look at the innovative products being showcased at the 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show.

Panasonic Avionics Corporation Extends In-Flight Entertainment System Capability for Emirates

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:03:00 EST

LAKE FOREST, CA--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC) systems, today announced it has created an X Series hybrid solution to bring new capabilities to its K Series System 2000e in-flight entertainment system onboard up to 37 Emirates aircraft.

The deal was finalized today during a signing ceremony at the 2009 Dubai Airshow in Dubai, UAE attended by Adel Al Redha, Emirates' Executive Vice President Engineering and Operations and Paul Margis, Chief Executive Officer, Panasonic Avionics Corporation.

iLOOKABOUT Grows With Vineland

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:02:00 EST

LONDON, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - iLOOKABOUT Corp. (TSX VENTURE:ILA) ("iLOOKABOUT" or the "Company") announced today an agreement with the City of Vineland, NJ to provide a complete visual data set of StreetScape images within the City boundaries. The contract is a collaborative effort with The City of Vineland, Pictometry(C) and iLOOKABOUT to provide instant access to aerial (ortho & oblique) and StreetScape ground-level visual data. StreetScape imagery will initially be utilized in the critical 9-1-1 Communications Center before being deployed for use in planning, economic development, tax assessment and geographic information systems. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) Joins Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) in a Partnership to Strengthen and Support Israeli Soldiers

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) and Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) have formed a historic partnership to aid the men and women who defend the state of Israel. IFCJ will provide $4 million to support FIDF programs specifically designed to create critical stepping stones for IDF soldiers both during and after their military service.

Founded in 1983 by Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, IFCJ funds hundreds of projects that help Jewish people in need in Israel and around the world, and works to build bridges between Christians and Jews. Thanks to the generosity of its donors, most of whom are evangelical Christians, IFCJ is the largest funder of social services in Israel after the government.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS Promotes Charles "Skip" Foote to Vice President and Strategic Business Area Leader of C4ISR

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:59:00 EST

Business Development and Government IT Expert Elevated to Lead C4ISR Business Development Activities