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Northrop Grumman Awards Contracts To Suppliers In Australia

Gally Articola

Friday, May 31st, 2013

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Northrop Grumman [NOC] said it has increased in investment in Australia through the award of three contracts totaling $7.4 million to three new global supply chain partners. The contracts were awarded to Electro Optic Systems (EOS), CEA Technologies, and Insitec, which provide expertise in aerospace hardware development, space exploration services and software design. “EOS, CEA Technologies and Insitec represent Australia’s vibrant defense industry and are key additions to our Australian industry team,” David Perry, vice president and chief global business…

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