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L-3 Acquires SatCom Firm 3Di Technologies

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Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

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L-3 Communications [LLL] said this week that it has acquired 3Di Technologies, LLC, a provider of end-to-end satellite communications for forward deployed U.S. Special Operations and in-theater personnel. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Maryland-based 3Di has 53 employees and is expected to have about $40 million in sales this year. "3Di will enhance L-3's overall position as a communication solutions provider," John Mega, president of L-3's Microwave Group, said in a statement. "3Di is a leading innovator in…

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