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Telephonics Corporation has been awarded a $22.8 million contract from Huneed Technologies for its AN/UPX-44 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system, the company announced on 8 August.
The system will support Republic of Korea naval modernisation programmes.
Telephonics' next generation AN/UPX-44 will include Mode 5 capabilities allowing for expanded data handling transmissions without increasing interference.
Kevin McSweeney, Telephonics president, said: ‘The AN/UPX-44 is part of a family of IFF systems that is ready to meet the demands of the Republic of Korea Mode 5 naval modernisation programme. As we continue to grow our global presence, we are proud to be partnered with Huneed Technologies and look forward to supporting future pursuits together.’
 
                
                Nomad can provide militaries with real-time intelligence, saving critical time on the battlefield.
 
                
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