BAE SYSTEMS, LAND SYSTEMS2004-09-02 15:34:26
BAE SYSTEMS CREATES A LAND SYSTEMS BUSINESS
BAE Systems today announced the creation of a new Land Systems business through the bringing together of Alvis and RO Defence. This new business will be under the leadership of Ian King, Group Managing Director, Customer Solutions & Support (CS&S) and Land Systems.
"By bringing together Alvis and RO Defence, our aim is to create a leading land systems business, consistent with BAE Systems' land sector strategy.� said King.
"The combined capabilities of this new business enhances our ability to provide customers with efficient solutions and places us in a strong position for bidding on future programmes.
"We see key opportunities for increased systems content and a strong drive towards integrated through-life support of the large number of in-service vehicles and platforms.
"Alvis and RO Defence both have long and proud heritages in providing a military capability to the UK armed forces. Land Systems will build on the achievements of both former businesses,� concluded King.
BAE Systems today announced the creation of a new Land Systems business through the bringing together of Alvis and RO Defence. This new business will be under the leadership of Ian King, Group Managing Director, Customer Solutions & Support (CS&S) and Land Systems.
"By bringing together Alvis and RO Defence, our aim is to create a leading land systems business, consistent with BAE Systems' land sector strategy.� said King.
"The combined capabilities of this new business enhances our ability to provide customers with efficient solutions and places us in a strong position for bidding on future programmes.
"We see key opportunities for increased systems content and a strong drive towards integrated through-life support of the large number of in-service vehicles and platforms.
"Alvis and RO Defence both have long and proud heritages in providing a military capability to the UK armed forces. Land Systems will build on the achievements of both former businesses,� concluded King.
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