» Clavister and Saab Aerotech Delivers on OEM Deal Developing the next-generation security system for BAE Systems Hägglunds new Tracked and Wheeled Modular Ar-moured Tactical System
Clavister AB, a leading provider of IP-based security and Unified Threat Management (UTM) solutions, today announced the joint development of the next-generation security system for BAE Systems Hägglunds new Tracked and Wheeled Modular Armoured Tactical System with OEM partner Saab Aerotech, the premium provider of integrated solutions for the defense, civil security and commercial aviation markets.
Saab Aerotech recently won the purchase bid for a new rugged security system for BAE Systems Hägglunds next-generation multi-vehicle solution, the Tracked and Wheeled Modular Armoured Tactical System, in close collaboration with Clavister. The purchase bid calls for an initial limited set of products to be delivered in Q1, 2008 to BAE Systems Hägglunds for evaluation and testing.
"We are thrilled with the development of this partnership," said John Vestberg, CTO at Clavister. "The ability to deliver the best-of-breed security solution to BAE Systems Hägglund with our partner Saab Aerotech fortifies our commitment to the aerospace/defense segment."
"This deal makes it possible for us to further develop our comprehensive offer regarding Battle Management Equipment solutions," said Niclas Lövgren, General Manager Vehicle systems at Saab Aerotech.
Under the terms of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Clavister will supply Saab Aerotech with the Clavister CorePlus™ network security operating system to be incorporated into Saab Aerotech Battle Management Equipment solutions for military vehicles, which will be marketed and distributed as an integral part of Saab Aerotech's product and services portfolio worldwide.
About Saab Aerotech
Saab Aerotech is Sweden's leading supplier of integrated support solutions. Our portfolio covers a wide selection of services and products for cost effective support for systems and platforms during the entire lifecycle. The company offers its capabilities and expertise globally to customers within defence, public security and civil aviation. Saab Aerotech is a business unit within the Saab group.
About BAE Systems Hägglunds AB
BAE Systems Hägglunds AB designs, manufactures and markets military vehicle systems. The company's primary products are infantry fighting vehicles (IFV) and armoured all-terrain vehicles (ATV). Hägglunds´ products are represented in more than 40 countries worldwide. The headquarter and production facilities are situated in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden. Hägglunds has approximately 1200 employees and the turnover was 1,9 BSEK (2006). BAE Systems Hägglunds is a subsidiary of BAE Systems with 96 000 employees and a turnover of 27 BUSD (2006).
