Raytheon secures Philippine borders
Raytheon has been awarded the second increment of the Philippines Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) maritime border security contract, the company announced on 2 June.
Under the $25 million contract, the company will provide communication, command and control, and sensing systems to the country. It will also provide sustainment and training services where necessary for Philippines to operate its maritime border security capabilities.
Raytheon will install a common operating picture platform at National Coast Watch Stations in two provinces and the National Coast Watch Control. It will design, install and test electro/optical infrared cameras and continue to integrate command, control, and communications infrastructure and equipment.
In addition, Raytheon will build a training centre and provide surveillance and communications upgrades to Philippine Coast Guard vessels.
Dave Wajsgras, president, Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services, said: 'Under this latest contract award, Raytheon will enable the government of the Philippines to stand up a fully-operational security capability that detects, deters, and prevents threats along its coastal borders.
'This work continues our strong partnership with the Republic of the Philippines and our direct support of DTRA's efforts to help nations secure their borders and coastlines.'
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