Department of Defence

Dominion Energy Selects Innovative Rail Technologies for Battery-Electric Locomotive Project at Fort Cavazos

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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FORT CAVAZOS, Texas, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion Energy has been designated as the leader  of a project funded by the Texas Military Preparedness Commission to improve energy resiliency for rail operations at Fort Cavazos, Texas.

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  • FORT CAVAZOS, Texas, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion Energy has been designated as the leader  of a project funded by the Texas Military Preparedness Commission to improve energy resiliency for rail operations at Fort Cavazos, Texas.
  • Dominion Energy has selected Innovative Rail Technologies (IRT) to provide its ATLAS lithium-ion battery-electric propulsion system for the initiative.
  • "The Dominion Energy Fort Cavazos Team is looking forward to partnering with Innovative Rail Technologies on this extremely significant electric locomotive switcher project.
  • IRT is expected to begin the rebuild of the Fort Cavazos locomotive immediately and deliver it to Fort Cavazos by the end of 2024.

Boldyn Networks Provides Base-Wide Connectivity for U.S. Army's Fort Jackson

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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COLUMBIA, S.C., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Boldyn Networks (Boldyn), a leading neutral host telecommunications infrastructure provider in the United States and globally, announced the completion of its connectivity deployment at Fort Jackson Army base in Columbia, South Carolina. This best-in-class wireless network delivers base-wide connectivity to the country's biggest and most active U.S. Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) installation.

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  • This best-in-class wireless network delivers base-wide connectivity to the country's biggest and most active U.S. Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) installation.
  • "As we look to enhance our operations at Fort Jackson and bolster our communications, secure and reliable coverage is paramount.
  • "By partnering with Boldyn, Fort Jackson is now equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, making it one of the most technologically advanced bases in the country."
  • "Boldyn's network deployment at Fort Jackson brings industry-leading, fast, reliable connectivity across the base and all its facilities," said Christos Karmis, Boldyn's U.S. CEO.

NASA Joins Group to Advance Wildfire Coordination, Capabilities

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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The interagency group provides national leadership to enable interoperable wildland fire operations among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners.

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  • The interagency group provides national leadership to enable interoperable wildland fire operations among federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial partners.
  • The group works to support the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy's goals of restoring and maintaining resilient landscapes, creating fire-adapted communities, and responding to wildfires safely and effectively.
  • "Harnessing our Earth observation capabilities and cutting-edge technology in safe air operations, we are poised to make new connections that will bolster wildfire fighting efforts across the government."
  • To support the National Wildfire Coordinating Group, NASA will leverage the combined contributions of research and development, data gathering and distribution, and technology transfer from three NASA mission directorates in the areas of earth science, space technologies, and aeronautics.

First Resonance ION Factory OS Selected to Power Whisper Aero's Revolutionary Ultra-Quiet Propulsor Production

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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In a strategic move, Whisper Aero is preparing to set up its first propulsor manufacturing line at its Tennessee headquarters, leveraging the robust capabilities of ION Factory OS.

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  • In a strategic move, Whisper Aero is preparing to set up its first propulsor manufacturing line at its Tennessee headquarters, leveraging the robust capabilities of ION Factory OS.
  • Whisper Aero's decision to choose ION Factory OS was influenced by several key factors, including advanced traceability features, support for AS9100 certification, and the system's ease of deployment and maintenance.
  • Post-production, ION Factory OS will continue to play a vital role in maintaining comprehensive traceability, overseeing serial numbers, and managing sign-offs.
  • In a competitive landscape where speed to market is paramount, Whisper Aero's investment in ION Factory OS reflects the urgency to establish its factory quickly for efficient production.

Trellix to Host Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Trellix , the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), today announced its Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit will take place February 27, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

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  • Trellix , the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), today announced its Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit will take place February 27, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
    Navigating the modern threat landscape is a constant battle, with 63% of organizations falling victim to repeat attacks .
  • Leaders need to adapt strategies to minimize risk and business impact and ensure adherence to new cybersecurity mandates and guidance, like the 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy .
  • Trellix’s Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit will equip organizations with critical insights to strengthen cyber resilience, tackle advanced threats like ransomware and nation-state attacks, and build preparedness for the future of cybersecurity.
  • “Cyber resilience and national cyber defense are the responsibilities of both the public and private sectors,” said Ken Kartsen, Senior Vice President of Public Sector at Trellix.

Iridium Announces 2023 Results; Company Issues 2024 Outlook

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq:IRDM) ("Iridium") today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2023 and issued its full-year 2024 guidance.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq:IRDM) ("Iridium") today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2023 and issued its full-year 2024 guidance.
  • The Company reported record total revenue in 2023 of $790.7 million, which was up 10% from the year-ago period.
  • In 2024, the Company expects Engineering and Support revenue to increase from 2023 with ongoing work on the Space Development Agency contract.
  • The Company issued its full-year 2024 outlook and updated long-term guidance on cash taxes:
    Total service revenue growth between 4% and 6% for full-year 2024.

Fayetteville State University Partners with AIR University to Advance Education for Air and Space Force

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Fayetteville, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fayetteville State University is partnering with the U.S. Air Force’s AIR University Associate-to-Baccalaureate Cooperative Program (AU-ABC) to advance educational opportunities for enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals beginning with second 8-week courses this spring.

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  • Fayetteville, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fayetteville State University is partnering with the U.S. Air Force’s AIR University Associate-to-Baccalaureate Cooperative Program (AU-ABC) to advance educational opportunities for enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals beginning with second 8-week courses this spring.
  • Across the Air University schools and programs, more than 120,000 non-resident and 50,000 resident officers, enlisted, and civilian personnel graduated during the 2022-2023 academic year.
  • “Air University provides Airmen with many educational and developmental touchpoints throughout their careers to enhance the military readiness and lethality of our joint force.
  • The AU-ABC connects the CCAF with 4-year institutions where currently serving members of the Air Force, Space Force, Air Force Reserves and Air National Guard can earn their bachelor’s degree online.

Michael Baker International Promotes Rachael Richter to Practice Executive - Federal Planning

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Rachael Richter, AICP, has been promoted to the newly created role of Practice Executive – Federal Planning. Ms. Richter will lead the Federal Planning team in planning and designing solutions that are safe, accessible, equitable, cost effective, sustainable and resilient in support of agency missions and readiness. This new structure will allow the firm to fully capitalize on its resources across the organization to serve Michael Baker's federal clients, implement consistent quality and standard practices and market its full capabilities as the company expands its roster of federal clients.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International , a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Rachael Richter, AICP, has been promoted to the newly created role of Practice Executive – Federal Planning.
  • Ms. Richter will lead the Federal Planning team in planning and designing solutions that are safe, accessible, equitable, cost effective, sustainable and resilient in support of agency missions and readiness.
  • "Since World War II, Michael Baker has provided the full range of A/E services to the federal government.
  • "Federal Planning is a unique and distinct capability among Michael Baker's diverse and full-lifecycle Planning services.

Defense IT Leaders Recognized with Flywheel Awards at Summit

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GovCIO Media & Research, a leading federal technology multimedia company, hosted the first annual Defense IT Summit on February 9 in Arlington, Va. Key federal defense leaders received Flywheel Awards during the event in recognition for their contributions to the defense IT ecosystem.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GovCIO Media & Research, a leading federal technology multimedia company, hosted the first annual Defense IT Summit on February 9 in Arlington, Va. Key federal defense leaders received Flywheel Awards during the event in recognition for their contributions to the defense IT ecosystem.
  • "It is our goal to continuously recognize these transformative leaders in defense IT," said GovCIO Media & Research Editor-in-Chief Amy Kluber.
  • Among those recognized were leaders from the Defense Health Agency (DHA), Defense Digital Service, Air Force, Department of Defense, and Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).
  • Visit the Defense IT Summit page to view a recap of the entire event and session recordings.

General Micro Systems’ Lightweight Smart Rugged Tablet/Display Adds Unmatched Flexibility, Portability and Intelligence to the Battlefield

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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WEST 2024 – General Micro Systems (GMS) will showcase its highly flexible, lightweight portable and intelligent X9 Spider Rugged Thunderbolt™ 4 Tablet/Display this week at the West 2024 Conference.

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  • WEST 2024 – General Micro Systems (GMS) will showcase its highly flexible, lightweight portable and intelligent X9 Spider Rugged Thunderbolt™ 4 Tablet/Display this week at the West 2024 Conference.
  • The X9 Spider Rugged Thunderbolt Tablet/Display introduced today offers these same capabilities but adds the mobile phone ARM®-based Qualcomm QRB6165 mobile processor for generative AI, inference tracking, extreme vector graphics and image processing/enhancement.
  • “By adding the impressive capabilities of the Qualcomm AI processor, the X9 Spider Rugged Thunderbolt tablet and display becomes a smart, lightweight, flexible tablet like no other on the battlefield.
  • “Cool to the touch, rugged, thin, wireless and lightweight, never before has such a dual-mode smart tablet/display been available.