House Armed Services Committee: Skelton Statement on Anniversary of Iraq Invasion
House Armed Services Committee: Skelton Statement on Anniversary of Iraq InvasionIke Skelton, Chairman
March 18, 2010
Skelton Statement on Anniversary of Iraq Invasion
Washington, D.C.—House Armed Services Committee Chairman Ike Skelton (D-Mo.) released the statement below in advance of the seven year anniversary of the invasion of Iraq tomorrow:
“As we begin the eighth year of conflict in Iraq, it is only appropriate to recognize how much progress has been made this past year. I am so proud of our brave men and women in uniform for their dedication, skill, and sacrifice, and I am proud of the Iraqi people for their resolve to overcome the many challenges they have faced.
“Iraq’s determination to stand on its own without large numbers of U.S. troops, as well as the ongoing transition to a capable and largely democratic government, will bring to a close our long deployment in Iraq. U.S. troops have helped build the foundation for a better Iraqi future, and now the future of Iraq rests in the hands of its own people. The recent Iraqi elections, although far from a guarantee of stability and democracy, give us hope for the days ahead. Success and stability in Iraq are not certain—and it is possible that the country could return to violence—but I am optimistic that we will reach our target date to close this mission by the end of next year.”
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Deputy Commanding General (Support) to Brief Live from Iraq
Filed under: Department of Defense, Iraq, Syndicated Industry News
March 16, 2010
Army Brig. Gen. Thomas S. Vandal, deputy commanding general (support), U.S. Forces Iraq, will brief the media live from Iraq at 10 a.m. EDT, March 16, in the DoD Briefing Room, Pentagon, to provide an update on ongoing security operations in Iraq.
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Defense Solutions Holding Hits The Big Time
Filed under: Business Line, Companies, Countries, Defense Systems Holding, Iraq, Services, logistics, production program
There are lots of little defense contractors who are started by people wanting more then just working for another company. They usually start with one or two small sub-contracts and work to establish a reputation or an opportunity to bid as a prime on a larger contract. This business model has been highly successful for the last thirty years. Of course for every company that makes it several do not.
The small defense contractor, Defense Solutions Holding, Inc, has had some luck in winning logistic support contracts in Iraq and other countries. Revenue in 2009 was on track to be under $2 million. They just announced that they have won a contract to provide foodstuffs to the Iraqi Government in a deal worth over $60 million if all options are exercised.
This is a major growth for a company this size and illustrates well how the business can work.
General Dynamics Awarded $198 Million to Build 140 Iraqi Tanks
General Dynamics Awarded $198 Million to Build 140 Iraqi TanksJanuary 4, 2010
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Jan 04, 2010
The U.S. Army Tank and Automotive Command has awarded General Dynamics
Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), a contract
worth $198 million to build 140 M1A1 SA (Situational Awareness) tanks for Iraq.
The SA enhancements to the M1A1 for Iraq include a second-generation
forward-looking infrared (FLIR) thermal sight, a driver's vision-enhancer thermal viewer and Tank Urban Survivability Kit (TUSK) improvements, which provide better crew protection in urban warfare environments. In addition, engines developed through the Army's Total Integrated Engine Revitalization (TIGER) program will be installed and pulse-jet filter cleaning systems added to improve performance while reducing maintenance requirements and costs.
Work will be performed in Lima, Ohio; Scranton, Pa.; Anniston, Ala.; and
Tallahassee, Fla. The completion date for the contract is May 31, 2011.
General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., employs approximately 92,300 people worldwide. The company is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies.
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Agility Awarded $1.4 billion Option Year on Contract to Feed U.S. Forces in Iraq — Press Release
Filed under: Agility DGS, Business Line, Companies, Contract Awards, Countries, DLA, Department of Defense, Events, Iraq, Services, logistics
Agility Awarded $1.4 billion Option Year on Contract to Feed U.S. Forces in Iraq
Defense Logistics Agency extends Agility to December 2010
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 9, 2009 – Agility Defense & Government Services (DGS) announced that the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has exercised the third option period on its contract for the supply and distribution of food and non-food products to U.S. forces in Iraq.
The contract, known as the Subsistence Prime Vendor contract, requires Agility DGS to handle procurement, shipping, warehousing and distribution of food and non-food products for all branches of the U.S. military. The maximum value of the 18-month extension is $1.4 billion.
“We welcome news of the extension. It’s another indication that we’ve been able to maintain exceptional performance under the most challenging conditions,” said Dan Mongeon, president and CEO of Agility DGS. “We’ve delivered with accuracy, efficiency and dependability, ensuring that U.S. troops eat properly as they perform their mission.”
Agility DGS originally won the Subsistence Prime Vendor contract in Dec. 2005. The extension covers the third and final option year. The company’s performance on the competitively bid contract has earned it recognition and awards from DLA and other agencies.
“Through advanced logistics and extensive quality assurance measures, we’ve been extremely successful in delivering food and other items into a warzone,” Mongeon said.
About Agility Defense & Government Services
Agility Defense & Government Services is the public sector arm of Agility. It provides complete supply chain management, logistics services and commodity services to meet the needs of defense and government customers. With more than 550 offices in 120 countries, Agility DGS and its parent offer a vast network of global land, sea and air transportation capabilities, including warehousing and storage.
For more information, contact Jim Cox, Agility DGS vice president of public affairs and marketing, at 703 417-6050 or at jcox@agilitylogistics.com, or visit www.agilitylogistics.com.
Iraq Reopens Arms Buying With France
Filed under: Business Line, Companies, Contract Awards, Countries, EADS, Events, FMS, France, Iraq, Military Aviation, production program
In the past France sold substantial amounts of military equipment to Iraq when it was ruled by Saddam Hussein. These included military vehicles, aircraft and missiles. The most notable use of this equipment was the attack on the USS Stark (FFG-31) by a Mirage F1 jet firing Exocet surface-to-surface missiles. Since the liberation of Iraq by the Americans that country has tended to sell the most equipment to it. This has included aircraft, vehicles and support equipment. AFP writes that France and Iraq have now signed a contract for twenty-four EC 635 helicopters. The article also states that further deals are being explored by the two countries. Iraq will need to rebuild its military and will utilize its rather large oil funds for this meaning that several major contracts will probably be announced over the next few year. This contract is estimated at almost $500 million and includes parts and support.
Navistar wins contract to build trucks for US Allies
Filed under: Contract Awards, Iraq, Navistar, U.S. Army, afghanistan, logistics
The US Army awarded Navistar a contract for 7,000 odd trucks for the Afghan and Iraqi governments. The value of the contract is over $1B. See the press release here. This is on top of a previous award for vehicles and support for the US Army. Navistar is also bidding as part of one of the teams for the JLTV.
Bad reporting leads to bad news on the MRAP
Filed under: Force Protection, Iraq, U.S. Army, production program
This story, along with many others over the last week, has pretty much been proven wrong. It seems the Pentagon wants to continue it though. See the work at Badgers Forward for more information. I guess it all depends on your definition of what a MRAP is. Also, the poor soldier may have died due to the roll over, not the explosion as he was in the turret at the time. The rest of the crew were unhurt.
Defense Authorization Act rewritten in response to President’s veto
Congress has adjusted the language in the Defense Authorization Act to remove Iraq from a list of countries that can be sued by the victims of terror. The concern stated by the President was that these suits would freeze Iraq’s assets in the US, making it harder for the new Iraqi Government to function. The Hill has the story here.
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