Raytheon Overhauling Royal Canadian Navy Phalanx Close-In Weapon System
February 26, 2018 | Raytheon CompanyEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Raytheon Canada Limited is overhauling and providing in-service support for the Phalanx Close-In Weapon Systems operated by the Royal Canadian Navy.
Raytheon produces Phalanx, a rapid-fire, computer-controlled radar and 20mm gun system that automatically acquires, tracks and destroys enemy threats that have penetrated other ship defense systems. More than 890 systems have been built for navies around the world.
"The Phalanx CIWS is an integral element of the Canadian Navy's defence," said Terry Manion, RCL vice-president and general manager. "This contract supports modernization work that will keep these systems ready and relevant well into the future."
Under the $330 (CAD) million contract by Public Services and Procurement Canada, RCL, working with Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services, will provide maintenance, fleet technical support, repair and overhaul services on the Phalanx mounts which will ensure the systems are ready to address current and emerging threats.
"Raytheon is a world leader in platform sustainment and modernization," said Todd Probert, RCL board member and vice president of Mission Support and Modernization at Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services. "We will continue to provide the technologies, systems and expertise the Royal Canadian Navy needs to stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats."
Work under the contract, which was signed November 2017, will be conducted in Raytheon Canada Limited's Calgary facilities. RCL has supported a broad range of Canadian defense and technology programs for nearly 25 years.
About Raytheon Canada Limited
Raytheon Canada Limited (RCL) is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. RCL is a leader in high technology solutions, engineering services, surveillance and navigation systems including air traffic control radars, highway traffic management systems, maritime surveillance radars and weapon systems, and precision optics.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 96 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries.
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