Cubic to supply MILES IWS to Latvian Army
Cubic Corporation’s Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) Individual Weapon System (IWS) will be delivered to the Latvian Army under a foreign military sales contract with the US government. The $1.2 million award was issued by the US Army Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (PEO STRI).
The award includes an initial capability of MILES Tactical Vehicle Systems (TVS), designed to equip High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs) and other tactical vehicles with lasers, sensors and electronics used during force-on-force combat training exercises. MILES TVS uses wireless technology to provide real-time casualty assessment for MILES tactical engagement training in direct-fire instrumented training scenarios.
The equipment will be delivered to the Latvian Army in 2015, with Cubic to also provide follow-on logistics support services.
Dave Schmitz, president, Cubic Defense Applications, said: ‘This contract reinforces continued FMS interest in our MILES IWS and TVS equipment. With our technology, Latvia is able to train with the US Army and our allies.
‘This is the first order of TVS equipment and the first major FMS sale of MILES to Latvia since 2008. We are pleased to supply the army with the latest advancements in our wireless training solutions, including better training fidelity, improved wireless communications and intuitive interfaces.’
The latest generation of Cubic’s MILES IWS offers more effective training by saving time on setup and calibration so soldiers may spend more time on tactics. MILES IWS requires less time to attach a Small Arms Transmitter (SAT) and align a weapon than previous versions, and maintains alignment during an entire exercise.
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