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Mercedes-Benz Moves To Evaluation Stage Of Columbus' Product

Innovative, affordable GIS tools easily used in a range of applications, including businesses, agriculture, surveys, and government agencies.
by Staff Writers
Timorim, Israel (SPX) Jan 21, 2008
Columbus Geographic Systems announced that are in contact with the truck and sport utility vehicle (SUV) division of Mercedes Benz, the German-based global auto manufacturer, to examine integrating their off-road navigation solution in the in-car PC system. This is part of the Columbus' strategy to integrate their off-road navigation solution in the in-car PC system included in each new vehicle.

Mercedes-Benz has expressed interest in Columbus' advanced system, Ranger, which provides an advanced navigation solution to drivers operating in cross- country and off-road environments. Mercedes-Benz is now conducting trials with Ranger to better understand its capabilities and determine how to implement the system in the in-car PC systems.

"This is our first contact with a global manufacturer of commercial vehicles," said Columbus CEO Tsvika Freidman. "Our navigation solution meets a very clear need for off-road navigation, particularly for truck and 4x4 cross country vehicle drivers. We are very excited that a leading player such as Mercedes-Benz is evaluating Ranger, however there is no guarantee they will finally implement the product. This is a very important step for our company and we look forward to updating our shareholders on progress in these discussions in the coming months."

Columbus Geographic Systems (GIS) Ltd. is a rising player in the field of geographic information systems (GIS) and navigation applications. The Company brings advanced software capabilities to a wide range of users and devices, previously only accessible to trained professionals on dedicated devices.

Main products:

- Highly-effective off road, outdoor GPS navigation tools, working on a full range of devices including Car PC, PDA, and Personal Navigation Devices (PND), with options for 3D imaging.

- Innovative, affordable GIS tools easily used in a range of applications, including businesses, agriculture, surveys, and government agencies.

- Aerial GIS applications for military and civilian aircraft operating in complex or threatening environments.

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Integral Systems Awarded Contract For GPS Next Gen Control Segment
Lanham MD (SPX) Jan 21, 2008
Integral Systems announced the award by Northrop Grumman of a Phase A contract to begin development of the GPS OCX (Next Generation Control Segment) satellite command and control system. The total contract value is approximately $20.6 million with a period of performance through March 2009.







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