NEWARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 17, 2007--Ultralife
Batteries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULBI) has been awarded a contract valued at
approximately $24 million from Raytheon Company to produce and supply
SATCOM-On-The-Move (SOTM) satellite communications systems for
installation on Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) armored
vehicles. Deliveries are expected to begin this quarter and be
completed in the second quarter of 2008. In October 2006, Ultralife
announced the award of a $9 million contract to supply the same
system.
"We are extremely pleased that Ultralife has been chosen as the
exclusive supplier of our McDowell Research brand SOTM system because
of both the industry-leading performance of our products and our
ability to be exceedingly responsive to the needs of our customers,"
said John D. Kavazanjian, Ultralife's president and chief executive
officer. "Our strategy of deepening our relationships with prime
defense contractors is clearly working and we look forward to
continuing to work closely with Raytheon in support of other
programs."
The SOTM system consists of a combination of the McDowell
MIK-21-75 Vehicle Kit and MRC-195 Communication Case. The MIK-21-75 is
designed as a permanent installation on military vehicles, while the
MRC-195 is a transportable case system to allow for the movement of
the system to areas of interest. The system, which is compatible with
the PSC-5D radio and other radios, will enable the U.S. Military to
conduct secure satellite communications from MRAP program vehicles.
About Ultralife Batteries, Inc.
Ultralife is a global provider of high-energy power solutions and
communications accessories for diverse applications. The company
develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of non-rechargeable
and rechargeable batteries, charging systems and accessories for
markets including defense, commercial and consumer portable
electronics. Through its portfolio of standard products and engineered
solutions, Ultralife is at the forefront of providing the next
generation of power systems and accessories. Defense, commercial and
retail customers include: General Dynamics, Philips Medical Systems,
General Motors, Energizer, Kidde Safety, Lowe's, Radio Shack and the
national defense agencies of the United States, United Kingdom,
Germany, Australia and New Zealand, among others.
Ultralife's headquarters, principal manufacturing and research
facilities, and its McDowell Research operating unit are in Newark,
New York, near Rochester. Ultralife's other operating units are:
Ultralife Batteries (UK) Ltd., in Abingdon, England and ABLE New
Energy in Shenzhen, China. Detailed information on Ultralife is
available at: www.ultralifebatteries.com.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements based on
current expectations that involve a number of risks and uncertainties.
The potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results
to differ materially include: worsening global economic conditions,
increased competitive environment and pricing pressures, disruptions
related to restructuring actions and delays. Further information on
these factors and other factors that could affect Ultralife's
financial results is included in Ultralife's Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) filings, including the latest Annual Report on Form
10-K.
Ultralife(R) and McDowell Research(R) are registered trademarks of
Ultralife Batteries, Inc.
CONTACT:
Ultralife Batteries, Inc.
Pete Comerford
315-332-7100
pcomerford@ulbi.com
or
Investor Relations:
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates, Inc.
Jody Burfening
212-838-3777
jburfening@lhai.com
SOURCE:
Ultralife Batteries, Inc.