DoD appoints bio-detector operator

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The United States Department of Defense (DoD) has given a contract to industry to manage the critical job of keeping the military's biological agent detectors operating effectively. The logistics support contract worth $160 million was awarded to Engineering Support Inc., a subsidiary of AAI, located in Hunt Valley, Maryland and the responsibility of Battelle of Columbus, Ohio, includes operations and maintenance work on bio-warfare detection equipment used by all US services.

General services, Contracts & orders received, Electronic Components and Accessories, Search and navigation equipment, Contracts & orders let, Contracts, Contract agreement, Maintenance and repair, Military electronics industry, United States. Department of Defense, Logistics, Military detection equipment, Engineering Support Inc.

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Rush order on protection: Armor deliveries quicken for Iraq-bound troops

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The effort by the U.S. Army and Marine Corps to rush body armor and vehicle armor to Iraq in response to the guerilla tactics of the Iraqi insurgents using deadly IEDS and other weapons is highlighted. There is a continuing evolution in body armor based on the kind of casualties experienced in theater and new developments, including one called 'liquid armor', are taking place to counter the discomfort factors such as increased body temperature and restricted movement.

Facilities & equipment, International Affairs, Civil Conflict, National Security, Iraq, Dept of the Army, Usage, Equipment and supplies, Military aspects, Civil war, United States. Army, Armor, Armour

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Shoring up defenses

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The Coast Guard for war fighting in far-flung littoral or coastal regions initiates the Littoral Combat Ship of the Navy and the Deepwater Program. The two new programs that are expected to lead to cross-service collaborations are highlighted.

Powers and duties, Defense programs, United States. Coast Guard, Defence programs, Shore protection

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