L3 joins BAE Systems' SEA 5000 team
L3 Technologies has joined BAE Systems' team for the company's bid for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) SEA 5000 programme.
If BAE Systems' Type 26 global combat ship-based proposal is selected for the programme, L-3 will provide the Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) for the vessels.
L3’s IPMS provides integrated monitoring and control of vessel propulsion, electrical, auxiliary and damage control machinery and systems. The system also provides advanced functionality, such as on board training and equipment health monitoring.
IPMS will be implemented in Australia by L3 supported by Australian industry.
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