Frequentis AG: FREQUENTIS installs seventieth voice switch for the US Army

FREQUENTIS 70th voice switch for US Army

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Vienna (pta001/21.02.2021/07:00 UTC+1) The US Army and Frequentis have successfully installed the 3020X Voice Communication System (VCS) for the Butts Army Airfield at Fort Carson, Colorado; this is now the 70th army installation to date and has been installed, tested and deployed without affecting operations or service continuity.

The Frequentis VCS is a drop-in upgrade performed under a multi-year FAA contract. Under the contract Frequentis has been replacing the US Army's Enhanced Terminal Voice Switch (ETVS) and Small Tower Voice Switch (STVS) systems at Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCTs) and radar approach control facilities across the US since 2015. The system provides enhanced resilience for voice communications and improved efficiency through the streamlining of air traffic control workflows.

Frequentis' VCS3020X product line incorporates a future-proof design including Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) networking technology, using the latest Air Traffic Control specification ED-137 for IP-based air ground radio voice communications, as well as unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operation based on the latest requirements.

"The US Army requires 24/7 communication for its safety-critical operations so upgrades or changes can be seen as a challenge. By successfully completing installation, acceptance, and operational use of the 70th voice communication system with zero downtime we were able to meet the demands of the US Army", said Leonard Swiontek, President, Frequentis USA. "We are proud of our employees who continue to support our military customers, despite the challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. We look forward to working with the US Army on future installations and ensuring the highest quality voice communications possible for air traffic control."

Over 190 systems have been installed to date under the FAA contract, providing award-winning VCS solutions for the FAA partner, and complete system production, test, installation, cutover and maintenance support. In 2017 Frequentis won the Air Traffic Control Association (ATCA) industry award for projects including delivery of the largest Army terminal voice communication system for Fort Rucker.

At its headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, Frequentis USA, Inc. designs, builds, integrates and provides round the clock support for communications systems, ATC legal recording, and information systems for the FAA, NASA, the Department of Defense, and Public Safety organizations in state and local governments.

About FREQUENTIS

Frequentis, headquartered in Vienna, is an international supplier of communication and information systems for control centers with safety-critical tasks. Such 'control center solutions' are developed and marketed by Frequentis in the business sectors Air Traffic Management (civil and military air traffic control, air defense) and Public Safety & Transport (police, fire brigade, ambulance services, shipping, railways). As a global player, Frequentis operates a worldwide network of branches, subsidiaries and local representatives in more than 50 countries.

Products and solutions from Frequentis can be found in over 30,000 operator working positions and in approximately 140 countries. Founded in 1947, Frequentis considers itself to be the global market leader in voice communication systems for air traffic control with a market share of around 30%. In addition, the Frequentis Group's AIM (aeronautical information management) and AMHS (aeronautical message handling) systems, as well as GSM-R systems for Public Transport are industry leading global solutions.

The shares of Frequentis AG are traded on the Vienna and Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol FQT (ISIN: ATFREQUENT09). In 2019, the Frequentis Group had about 1,850 employees worldwide and generated revenues of EUR 303.6 million and EBIT of EUR 17.2 million.

About Frequentis USA

Founded in 1999, Frequentis USA has its headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, and benefits from a 45,000 sq. ft. facility. The ISO 9001:2015 certified company designs, builds, integrates and provides round the clock support for communications systems, ATC legal recording, and information systems for the FAA, NASA, the Department of Defense, and Public Safety organizations in state and local governments.

For more information, please visit https://www.frequentis.com

Brigitte Gschiegl, Director Corporate Communications, Frequentis AG,
brigitte.gschiegl@frequentis.com, +43 1 81150-1301

Stefan Marin, Head of Investor Relations, Frequentis AG,
stefan.marin@frequentis.com, +43 1 81150-1074

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