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Cubic Corp. Acquires UK Antenna Manufacturer

By Matthew Beinart

Friday, July 21st, 2017

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Cubic Corp. [CUB] is expanding its tactical communications and training capabilities for clients with the acquisition of British antenna manufacturer Deltenna Ltd. in a deal finalized on July 18.Deltenna will provide its radio and antenna commercial solutions to build on Cubic’s ability to deliver high-capacity data networks and critical communications tools. Since 2002, the Chippenham, United Kingdom-based Deltenna has designed integrated wireless products including compact Long-Term Evolution (LTE) base stations, broadband range extenders and rugged antennas for communication in areas with previously poor…

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