Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded Contract Valued up to $48.5 Million for Statewide Next Generation 911 Technologies and Services

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 2, 2021– 
August 2, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, it was awarded a statewide contract to provide Next Generation 911 (“NG911”) services for the 
State of Iowa. This multi-year contract includes contract extension options and is valued up to 
$48.5 million. Initial funding for the contract is 
$23.0 million.

The award is for continued operation of Comtech’s NG911 services that provide Iowa’s citizens with advanced communication capabilities when calling for emergency services, including police, fire and emergency medical services. Through use of Comtech’s Next Generation Core Services (“NGCS”), the 
State of Iowa offers a seamless, coordinated and efficient NG911 system to all of Iowa’s local 911 centers.

“We are honored in this vote of confidence in 
Comtech. With this award, 
Iowa has recognized not only our market-leading solutions, but the high performance and reliability standards we bring to support Iowans with mission-critical emergency services,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech’s highly reliable technologies enable the successful handling of over five million 911 calls and texts each month. For more information about Comtech’s 911 products and services, visit www.comtech911.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded Contract Valued up to $48.5 Million for Statewide Next Generation 911 Technologies and Services

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 2, 2021– 
August 2, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, it was awarded a statewide contract to provide Next Generation 911 (“NG911”) services for the 
State of Iowa. This multi-year contract includes contract extension options and is valued up to 
$48.5 million. Initial funding for the contract is 
$23.0 million.

The award is for continued operation of Comtech’s NG911 services that provide Iowa’s citizens with advanced communication capabilities when calling for emergency services, including police, fire and emergency medical services. Through use of Comtech’s Next Generation Core Services (“NGCS”), the 
State of Iowa offers a seamless, coordinated and efficient NG911 system to all of Iowa’s local 911 centers.

“We are honored in this vote of confidence in 
Comtech. With this award, 
Iowa has recognized not only our market-leading solutions, but the high performance and reliability standards we bring to support Iowans with mission-critical emergency services,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech’s highly reliable technologies enable the successful handling of over five million 911 calls and texts each month. For more information about Comtech’s 911 products and services, visit www.comtech911.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Order for New Ground Station Development Contract

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 29, 2021– 
July 29, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal year 2021, it was awarded a multi-million dollar contract from an overseas agency for development of a large transportable launch tracking ground station.

“We are pleased that our long-term customer continues to rely on 
Comtech for yet another ground station development contract,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

The contract was awarded to Comtech’s Space and Component Technology (“SCT”) division, which specializes in providing ground station services in the form of turnkey site development, infrastructure, operations and maintenance of several range tracking stations in the 
South Pacific. Using the concepts of product families and platform-based product development to increase variety, shorten lead-times and reduce costs without compromising system performance, SCT provides turnkey ground station solutions for both launch vehicle and satellite tracking. SCT also supplies high reliability microelectronics (for use in satellite, launch vehicle and manned space applications) as well as the most extensive line of LEO/MEO X/Y tracking antennas in the industry. For more information, visit www.comtechspace.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Order for New Ground Station Development Contract

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 29, 2021– 
July 29, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal year 2021, it was awarded a multi-million dollar contract from an overseas agency for development of a large transportable launch tracking ground station.

“We are pleased that our long-term customer continues to rely on 
Comtech for yet another ground station development contract,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

The contract was awarded to Comtech’s Space and Component Technology (“SCT”) division, which specializes in providing ground station services in the form of turnkey site development, infrastructure, operations and maintenance of several range tracking stations in the 
South Pacific. Using the concepts of product families and platform-based product development to increase variety, shorten lead-times and reduce costs without compromising system performance, SCT provides turnkey ground station solutions for both launch vehicle and satellite tracking. SCT also supplies high reliability microelectronics (for use in satellite, launch vehicle and manned space applications) as well as the most extensive line of LEO/MEO X/Y tracking antennas in the industry. For more information, visit www.comtechspace.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $4.0 Million Contract Renewal with Channel Partner

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 28, 2021– 
July 28, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, its Location Technologies group, a division of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, was awarded a 
$4.0 million maintenance renewal agreement with a channel partner to continue to provide messaging application support for a 
U.S. tier-one mobile network operator.

“We are pleased to continue working with this customer of over 20 years to supply reliable text messaging services,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. “Our commitment to this customer sustained the exponential growth in demand throughout the pandemic. We remain dedicated to providing the highest level of service even in the most challenging of times.”

The Location Technologies group of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of precise device location, mapping and messaging solutions for public safety, mobile network operators, and enterprise solutions. Sold around the world to mobile network operators, government agencies, and Fortune 100 enterprises, our platforms locate, map, track and message. For more information, visit www.comtechlocation.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $4.0 Million Contract Renewal with Channel Partner

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 28, 2021– 
July 28, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, its Location Technologies group, a division of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, was awarded a 
$4.0 million maintenance renewal agreement with a channel partner to continue to provide messaging application support for a 
U.S. tier-one mobile network operator.

“We are pleased to continue working with this customer of over 20 years to supply reliable text messaging services,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. “Our commitment to this customer sustained the exponential growth in demand throughout the pandemic. We remain dedicated to providing the highest level of service even in the most challenging of times.”

The Location Technologies group of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of precise device location, mapping and messaging solutions for public safety, mobile network operators, and enterprise solutions. Sold around the world to mobile network operators, government agencies, and Fortune 100 enterprises, our platforms locate, map, track and message. For more information, visit www.comtechlocation.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Comtech (CMTL)
Add Arizona to the NG911 Client List

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. engages in the design, development, production, and marketing of products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Telecommunications Transmission, Mobile Data Communications, and RF Microwave Amplifiers. The Telecommunications Transmission segment provides satellite earth station equipment and systems, over-the-horizon microwave systems, and forward error correction technology, which are used in various commercial and government applications, including backhaul of wireless and cellular traffic, broadcasting (including HDTV), IP-based communications traffic, long distance telephony, and secure defense applications. The Mobile Data Communications segment provides mobile satellite transceivers, and computers and satellite earth station network gateways and associated installation, training, and maintenance services; supplies and operates satellite packet data networks, including arranging and providing satellite capacity; and offers microsatellites and related components. The RF Microwave Amplifiers segment designs, develops, manufactures, and markets satellite earth station traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) and broadband amplifiers. Its amplifiers are used in broadcast and broadband satellite communication; defense applications, such as telecommunications systems and electronic warfare systems; and commercial applications comprising oncology treatment systems, as well as to amplify signals carrying voice, video, or data for air-to-satellite-to-ground communications. The company serves satellite systems integrators, wireless and other communication service providers, broadcasters, defense contractors, military, governments, and oil companies. Comtech markets its products through independent representatives and value-added resellers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.

Joe Gomes, Senior Research Analyst, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Arizona Award. Comtech has been awarded a $35.8 million contract to deploy NG911 technologies and services to the state of Arizona. The contract includes implementing Comtech’s NG911 solutions to provide citizens with advanced communication capabilities when calling for emergency services including police, fire, and emergency medical services. The contract can be broken down to $23.5 million, with $12.3 million related to a multi-year extension option.


Frost & Sullivan Award.  Comtech was recognized by Frost & Sullivan for registering the most significant y-o-y market share increase among all NG911 primary contract holders. F&S puts Comtech’s market share at 26.2% in 2020, up from 17.3% in 2019. By closing statewide contracts in Pennsylvania, Ohio, South Carolina, and now Arizona, Comtech’s direct NG911 contracts now represent a population of over …

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Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $1.1 Million Contract for High-Power Amplifiers

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 27, 2021– 
July 27, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, its 
New York-based subsidiary, 
Comtech PST Corp., which is part of Comtech’s Government Solutions segment, was awarded a 
$1.1 million contract for solid-state high-power amplifier systems from a major domestic prime contractor.

These highly integrated amplifiers are essential transmit and receive elements in a complex data communication system. They add to an installed base of 
Comtech solid-state high-power RF amplifiers previously delivered to this major domestic prime contractor.

“This follow-on contract demonstrates our continued leadership position in providing integrated high-power transmit and receive technology and the ongoing demand for our solid-state high-power amplifiers utilized by major OEMs in both domestic and international markets,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech PST Corp. (www.comtechpst.com) is a leading independent supplier of high-power, high performance RF microwave amplifiers and control components for use in a broad spectrum of applications including defense, medical, satellite communications systems and instrumentation.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Awarded $1.1 Million Contract for High-Power Amplifiers

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 27, 2021– 
July 27, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today, that during its fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, its 
New York-based subsidiary, 
Comtech PST Corp., which is part of Comtech’s Government Solutions segment, was awarded a 
$1.1 million contract for solid-state high-power amplifier systems from a major domestic prime contractor.

These highly integrated amplifiers are essential transmit and receive elements in a complex data communication system. They add to an installed base of 
Comtech solid-state high-power RF amplifiers previously delivered to this major domestic prime contractor.

“This follow-on contract demonstrates our continued leadership position in providing integrated high-power transmit and receive technology and the ongoing demand for our solid-state high-power amplifiers utilized by major OEMs in both domestic and international markets,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech PST Corp. (www.comtechpst.com) is a leading independent supplier of high-power, high performance RF microwave amplifiers and control components for use in a broad spectrum of applications including defense, medical, satellite communications systems and instrumentation.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Comtech Investor Relations:
631-962-7005
investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Receives Award from Frost & Sullivan as Growth Leader in Next Generation 911 Technologies and Services

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 22, 2021– 
July 22, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a world leader in next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today that 
Frost & Sullivan has recognized 
Comtech for registering the most significant year-over-year (“YoY”) market share increase among all NG911 primary contract holders, growing its market share from an estimated 17.3% in 2019 to 26.2% in 2020, as calculated by 
Frost & Sullivan. By closing statewide contracts in 
Ohio, 
Pennsylvania and 
South Carolina, Comtech’s direct NG911 contracts now represent a population of over 55 million.

“While many providers license their technology to large integrators to manage the ESInet/Next Generation Core Services (“NGCS”), Comtech’s comprehensive NG911 in-house capabilities allow it to serve as both the end-to-end integrator as well as the primary service provider for NG911 deployments. This eases the burden for customers, as 
Comtech takes ownership of the entire deployment process as well as ongoing systems management,” said  Brent Iadarola, Vice President, 
Frost & Sullivan. “Comtech is uniquely equipped to offer NG911 solutions either directly or through channel partners and provides customers with flexible deployment models, whether fully managed services or hybrid options. 
Comtech’s stability, proven deployments, and compliance with industry standards have earned it significant traction in new customer acquisitions, and its proven ability to offer end-to-end managed services and its exceptional ownership experience have further solidified its reputation in the market and positioned it for continued success.”

“Comtech is very proud of the performance that has led to this award from Frost & Sullivan,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. “Comtech offers a range of advanced capabilities for our customers, from its purpose-built Solacom solution providing i3-compliant PSAP call handling user interfaces, to ESInet connectivity and enhanced functional elements for voice and data. Its geographic information systems (“GIS”) provide PSAPs with real-time location data that can be synchronized across local, state, and regional levels to optimize PSAP operations and enhance emergency response times.”

Each year, 
Frost & Sullivan bestows this award upon the company that demonstrates excellence in growth, performance and customer value. It recognizes the organization’s vision for growth and associated implementation strategy, as well as the overall customer, purchase, ownership and service experience, which has resulted in the recipient company recognizing above-market growth and greater share of wallet. The award lauds the growth, diversification, and sustainability strategies of the company.

About Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech’s highly reliable technologies enable the successful handling of over five million 911 calls and texts each month. For more information about Comtech’s 911 products and services, visit www.comtech911.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leader in the global communications market headquartered in 
Melville, New York. With a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced secure wireless solutions to more than 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

About Frost & Sullivan

For six decades, 
Frost & Sullivan has been world-renowned for its role in helping investors, corporate leaders, and governments navigate economic changes and identify disruptive technologies, Mega Trends, new business models, and companies to action, resulting in a continuous flow of growth opportunities to drive future success.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Media Contacts:

Comtech
Michael D. Porcelain
President and Chief Operating Officer
631-962-7000
info@comtechtel.com

Frost & Sullivan
Bianca Torres
1.210.477.8418
bianca.torres@frost.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Receives Award from Frost & Sullivan as Growth Leader in Next Generation 911 Technologies and Services

 

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 22, 2021– 
July 22, 2021— 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a world leader in next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today that 
Frost & Sullivan has recognized 
Comtech for registering the most significant year-over-year (“YoY”) market share increase among all NG911 primary contract holders, growing its market share from an estimated 17.3% in 2019 to 26.2% in 2020, as calculated by 
Frost & Sullivan. By closing statewide contracts in 
Ohio, 
Pennsylvania and 
South Carolina, Comtech’s direct NG911 contracts now represent a population of over 55 million.

“While many providers license their technology to large integrators to manage the ESInet/Next Generation Core Services (“NGCS”), Comtech’s comprehensive NG911 in-house capabilities allow it to serve as both the end-to-end integrator as well as the primary service provider for NG911 deployments. This eases the burden for customers, as 
Comtech takes ownership of the entire deployment process as well as ongoing systems management,” said  Brent Iadarola, Vice President, 
Frost & Sullivan. “Comtech is uniquely equipped to offer NG911 solutions either directly or through channel partners and provides customers with flexible deployment models, whether fully managed services or hybrid options. 
Comtech’s stability, proven deployments, and compliance with industry standards have earned it significant traction in new customer acquisitions, and its proven ability to offer end-to-end managed services and its exceptional ownership experience have further solidified its reputation in the market and positioned it for continued success.”

“Comtech is very proud of the performance that has led to this award from Frost & Sullivan,” said  Fred Kornberg, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. “Comtech offers a range of advanced capabilities for our customers, from its purpose-built Solacom solution providing i3-compliant PSAP call handling user interfaces, to ESInet connectivity and enhanced functional elements for voice and data. Its geographic information systems (“GIS”) provide PSAPs with real-time location data that can be synchronized across local, state, and regional levels to optimize PSAP operations and enhance emergency response times.”

Each year, 
Frost & Sullivan bestows this award upon the company that demonstrates excellence in growth, performance and customer value. It recognizes the organization’s vision for growth and associated implementation strategy, as well as the overall customer, purchase, ownership and service experience, which has resulted in the recipient company recognizing above-market growth and greater share of wallet. The award lauds the growth, diversification, and sustainability strategies of the company.

About Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech’s highly reliable technologies enable the successful handling of over five million 911 calls and texts each month. For more information about Comtech’s 911 products and services, visit www.comtech911.com.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leader in the global communications market headquartered in 
Melville, New York. With a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced secure wireless solutions to more than 1,000 customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

About Frost & Sullivan

For six decades, 
Frost & Sullivan has been world-renowned for its role in helping investors, corporate leaders, and governments navigate economic changes and identify disruptive technologies, Mega Trends, new business models, and companies to action, resulting in a continuous flow of growth opportunities to drive future success.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

Media Contacts:

Comtech
Michael D. Porcelain
President and Chief Operating Officer
631-962-7000
info@comtechtel.com

Frost & Sullivan
Bianca Torres
1.210.477.8418
bianca.torres@frost.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

Comtech Names Judy Chambers to Board of Directors

 

New Director Adds Extensive Financial Expertise and Further Diversifies the Board

Three Longstanding Directors to Retire as Part of Ongoing Board Refreshment

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 22, 2021–

July 22, 2021— Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today that Judy Chambers, Managing Principal of Meketa Investment Group, has been appointed to Comtech’s Board of Directors, effective at the start of Comtech’s fiscal year 2022 which begins August 1, 2021. She will serve as Chair of the Board’s Nominating and Governance Committee, which oversees the Company’s corporate governance practices and processes, including its inclusiveness and diversity efforts.

Fred Kornberg, Comtech’s Chairman and CEO, said, “We are delighted to welcome Judy to the Board. She brings 30 years of business and leadership experience and deep financial knowledge from a career in corporate finance and investment advisory, and we look forward to benefitting from her outstanding capabilities and valuable perspective as well as her experience fostering equality, inclusion and diversity. She will make a significant contribution to our Board as we create and deliver sustained value for our shareholders and all our stakeholders.”

Judy Chambers is a Managing Principal, and member of the Board of Directors of 
Meketa Investment Group, an investment consulting and advisory firm with over 
$1.5 trillion of assets under advisement. She serves on the 
Board of Trustees of the 
Community Service Society of New York, a nonprofit focused on alleviating income inequality, is Chair of the 
Advisory Board of the Robert Toigo Foundation, which promotes stronger stakeholder returns in the financial industry through inclusion and diversity. Judy also serves on the 
Advisory Board of the Jazz Foundation of America. Judy holds a B.A. from 
Duke University and an M.B.A. from the 
Kellogg School of Management at 
Northwestern University.

Separately, 
Comtech announced the retirements of directors  Edwin Kantor,  Ira Kaplan and Robert Paul from the Comtech Board following the Company’s fiscal 2021 annual meeting, which is anticipated to occur in 
December 2021. Upon conclusion of the annual meeting, existing Board member and Chairman of the Audit Committee,  Lawrence Waldman, will become Lead Independent Director and the size of Comtech’s Board will be reduced to five members, four of whom will be independent.

Mr. Kornberg added, “On behalf of the Board, I want to express my profound thanks to Ed, Ira and Bob for their years of invaluable service and contributions to 
Comtech and our shareholders. Across 
Comtech, we take seriously our responsibilities as an essential provider for the safety and security of communities and advancing economic opportunity for everyone. To this end, the Board is committed to maintaining the right mix and balance of skills, experience, diversity and viewpoints through ongoing Board refreshment. Following the appointments of four independent directors in the past several years, our longstanding directors are able to retire with the utmost confidence in the continued stewardship of our company.”

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

PCMTL

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Comtech Names Judy Chambers to Board of Directors

 

New Director Adds Extensive Financial Expertise and Further Diversifies the Board

Three Longstanding Directors to Retire as Part of Ongoing Board Refreshment

MELVILLE, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 22, 2021–

July 22, 2021— Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and secure wireless communications technologies, announced today that Judy Chambers, Managing Principal of Meketa Investment Group, has been appointed to Comtech’s Board of Directors, effective at the start of Comtech’s fiscal year 2022 which begins August 1, 2021. She will serve as Chair of the Board’s Nominating and Governance Committee, which oversees the Company’s corporate governance practices and processes, including its inclusiveness and diversity efforts.

Fred Kornberg, Comtech’s Chairman and CEO, said, “We are delighted to welcome Judy to the Board. She brings 30 years of business and leadership experience and deep financial knowledge from a career in corporate finance and investment advisory, and we look forward to benefitting from her outstanding capabilities and valuable perspective as well as her experience fostering equality, inclusion and diversity. She will make a significant contribution to our Board as we create and deliver sustained value for our shareholders and all our stakeholders.”

Judy Chambers is a Managing Principal, and member of the Board of Directors of 
Meketa Investment Group, an investment consulting and advisory firm with over 
$1.5 trillion of assets under advisement. She serves on the 
Board of Trustees of the 
Community Service Society of New York, a nonprofit focused on alleviating income inequality, is Chair of the 
Advisory Board of the Robert Toigo Foundation, which promotes stronger stakeholder returns in the financial industry through inclusion and diversity. Judy also serves on the 
Advisory Board of the Jazz Foundation of America. Judy holds a B.A. from 
Duke University and an M.B.A. from the 
Kellogg School of Management at 
Northwestern University.

Separately, 
Comtech announced the retirements of directors  Edwin Kantor,  Ira Kaplan and Robert Paul from the Comtech Board following the Company’s fiscal 2021 annual meeting, which is anticipated to occur in 
December 2021. Upon conclusion of the annual meeting, existing Board member and Chairman of the Audit Committee,  Lawrence Waldman, will become Lead Independent Director and the size of Comtech’s Board will be reduced to five members, four of whom will be independent.

Mr. Kornberg added, “On behalf of the Board, I want to express my profound thanks to Ed, Ira and Bob for their years of invaluable service and contributions to 
Comtech and our shareholders. Across 
Comtech, we take seriously our responsibilities as an essential provider for the safety and security of communities and advancing economic opportunity for everyone. To this end, the Board is committed to maintaining the right mix and balance of skills, experience, diversity and viewpoints through ongoing Board refreshment. Following the appointments of four independent directors in the past several years, our longstanding directors are able to retire with the utmost confidence in the continued stewardship of our company.”

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless communication technologies to commercial and government customers around the world. Headquartered in 
Melville, New York and with a passion for customer success, 
Comtech designs, produces and markets advanced and secure wireless solutions to customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit www.comtechtel.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in 
Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

PCMTL

Media Contact
Kekst CNC
Kimberly.Kriger@kekstcnc.com / Nick.Capuano@kekstcnc.com
(212) 521-4800

Investor Contact
Michael Porcelain
(631) 962-7005
Investors@comtech.com

Source: 
Comtech Telecommunications Corp.