At I/ITSEC 2014 in Orlando onDecember 2, Cubic Defense Applications announced it has won a contract, valued at $1.2 million, for its Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) Individual Weapon System (IWS). The contract is a Foreign Military Sales award calling for delivery to the Latvia Army in 2015 and for an initial capability of MILES Tactical Vehicle Systems (TVS) and follow-on logistic support services.
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“This contract reinforces continued FMS interest in our MILES IWS and TVS equipment. With our technology, Latvia is able to train with the U.S. Army and our allies,” said Dave Schmitz, president of Cubic Defense Applications. “This is the first order of TVS equipment and the first major FMS sale of MILES to Latvia since 2008. We are pleased to supply the Army with the latest advancements in our wireless training solutions, including better training fidelity, improved wireless communications and intuitive interfaces.”
Cubic’s MILES IWS is the U.S. Army’s latest generation tactical engagement simulation system in use today. The system offers more effective training by saving time on setup and calibration so soldiers may spend more time on tactics. MILES IWS requires less time to attach a Small Arms Transmitter (SAT) and align a weapon than previous versions, and maintains alignment during an entire exercise. As a result, soldiers have increased confidence in the tactics they practice during training.
“This contract reinforces continued FMS interest in our MILES IWS and TVS equipment. With our technology, Latvia is able to train with the U.S. Army and our allies,” said Dave Schmitz, president of Cubic Defense Applications. “This is the first order of TVS equipment and the first major FMS sale of MILES to Latvia since 2008. We are pleased to supply the Army with the latest advancements in our wireless training solutions, including better training fidelity, improved wireless communications and intuitive interfaces.”
Cubic’s MILES IWS is the U.S. Army’s latest generation tactical engagement simulation system in use today. The system offers more effective training by saving time on setup and calibration so soldiers may spend more time on tactics. MILES IWS requires less time to attach a Small Arms Transmitter (SAT) and align a weapon than previous versions, and maintains alignment during an entire exercise. As a result, soldiers have increased confidence in the tactics they practice during training.
Tim Mahon