Release – Comtech Comments on Director Nominations

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CHANDLER, Ariz. – Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) (the “Company”), a global technology leader, today noted the director nominations submitted by Michael Porcelain, Fred Kornberg and their affiliates to stand for election to the Comtech Board of Directors at the Company’s Fiscal 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

Comtech stockholders are not required to take any action at this time.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions. For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Important Additional Information and Where to Find It

The Company intends to file a proxy statement on Schedule 14A, an accompanying white proxy card, and other documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) in connection with its solicitation of proxies from the Company’s stockholders for the Company’s Fiscal 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. THE COMPANY’S STOCKHOLDERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO READ THE COMPANY’S DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT (INCLUDING ANY AMENDMENTS OR SUPPLEMENTS THERETO), THE ACCOMPANYING WHITE PROXY CARD, AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS FILED OR TO BE FILED WITH THE SEC CAREFULLY AND IN THEIR ENTIRETY BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Investors and stockholders may obtain a copy of the definitive proxy statement, an accompanying white proxy card, any amendments or supplements to the definitive proxy statement and other documents filed by the Company with the SEC at no charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Copies will also be available at no charge by clicking the “Governance” link in the “Investors” section of the Company’s website, https://comtech.com/investors/, or by contacting investors@comtech.com as soon as reasonably practicable after such materials are electronically filed with, or furnished to, the SEC.

Participants in the Solicitation

The Company, its directors, certain of its officers, and other employees may be deemed to be “participants” (as defined in Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) in the solicitation of proxies from the Company’s stockholders in connection with matters to be considered at the Company’s Fiscal 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

Information about the names of the Company’s directors and officers, their respective interests in the Company by security holdings or otherwise, and their respective compensation is set forth in the sections entitled “Stockholders, Directors and Executive Officers,” “Director Compensation,” and “Executive Compensation” of the Company’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A in connection with the Fiscal 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, filed with the SEC on November 16, 2023 (available here) and the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on October 12, 2023 (available here). To the extent the security holdings of directors and executive officers have changed since the amounts described in these filings, such changes are set forth on Initial Statements of Beneficial Ownership on Form 3 or Statements of Change in Ownership on Form 4 filed with the SEC, which can be found at no charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Updated information regarding the identity of potential participants and their direct or indirect interests, by security holdings or otherwise, in the Company will be set forth in the Company’s Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A for the Fiscal 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and other relevant documents to be filed with the SEC, if and when they become available. These documents will be available free of charge as described above.

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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – A Proxy Fight?


Monday, September 23, 2024

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.

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13D Filing. On Friday after the market closed, the SEC released a 13D filing filed by a group including former Comtech CEOs Michael Porcelain and Fred Kornberg. As part of the filing, the Group noted that on September 13th Mr. Porcelain delivered a letter to Comtech nominating a slate of eight highly qualified director candidates for election to the Board at Comtech’s 2024 annual meeting of stockholders, generally held in mid-December. The Group has engaged, and intends to continue to engage, in discussions with management and the Board of Comtech, as well as Comtech stockholders and others about the Company.

Details. According to the 13D, in addition to Mr. Porcelain and Mr. Kornberg, the group includes Oleg Timoshenko, founder of UHP Networks, and Jay Whitehurst, former President of Comtech’s Trusted Location product line. In aggregate, the Group reported ownership of 2,179,897 CMTL shares, or about 7.6% of the outstanding.


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Release – Comtech Launches New Digital Common Ground Modem Product Line for DoD and Coalition Customers

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U.S. sovereign designed DCG modems enable warfighters and military assets to easily roam across commercial and purpose-built networks

CHANDLER, Ariz. – Sept. 11, 2024–Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) (“the Company”), a global technology leader, today announced the launch of the Company’s new Digital Common Ground (“DCG”) portfolio of modems. Comtech’s DCG product line is designed to enable the U.S. Department of Defense (“DoD”) and coalition partners to move to digitized, hybrid satellite network architectures, which will bring forward a new era of secure, resilient, interoperable, and ubiquitous connectivity across all domains.

Built on the proven success of Comtech’s extensive satellite communications (“SATCOM”) modem portfolio, the Company’s DCG modems are designed and built at Comtech’s headquarters in Chandler, AZ and support commercial and government satellite operations on a single common platform that can be reconfigured rapidly to address changing operational needs. Comtech’s DCG portfolio is also designed to evolve over time to incorporate new capabilities and keep pace with the upgrade cycle of new innovative satellite constellations-significantly reducing overall lifecycle costs for customers while also delivering industry leading performance and efficiency.

“As a leading provider of U.S. sovereign developed and manufactured communications solutions, Comtech’s software defined DCG product line provides the building blocks needed to enable the trusted, all-digital communications systems of the future,” said John Ratigan, Interim CEO of Comtech. “DCG represents a transition away from stovepipes and siloed communication systems toward an open-standard and truly flexible architecture. Comtech’s DCG product line reduces total cost of ownership for satellite operators while also enabling an all-digital, software defined infrastructure that can rapidly adapt at the speed of relevance.”

Customer Value and Operational Benefits:

  • Digital Transformation: Comtech’s DCG product line is designed to align with digital transformation and modernization initiatives to support the evolution of SATCOM infrastructures across commercial and government markets-enabling significantly enhanced flexibility, interoperability, and ease of operation while also reducing cost and removing complexity of operations.
  • Security: Comtech incorporates modern cybersecurity design principles at every level across its DCG product line-ranging from a trusted supply chain to a thoughtful software upgrade lifecycle, including in-field updates. The DCG product line also offers secure over-the-air communications through multi-stream Federal Information Protection Standards 140-3 Level 2 certified Transmission Security.
  • Superior Performance: Comtech’s DCG product line offers customers industry leading performance compared to other products available in the market today-offering multi-gigabit throughput at launch.
  • Enhanced Situational Awareness: The data-centric infrastructureof the DCG product line enables enhanced data exchange and facilitates a shared understanding of the battlespace, crucial for informed decision-making.
  • Multi-Orbit Capability & Improved Interoperability: Comtech’s DCG portfolio is one of the first product lines on the market today offering robust access to multi-orbit capabilities across commercial and purpose-built networks.The DCG product line is also one of the first to be Digital Intermediate Frequency Interoperability (“DIFI”) compliant-adhering to DoD and coalition communications standards to enable seamless information flow between services, a key tenet of Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control (“CJADC2”).
  • Waveform Flexibility: The DCG product line currently supports a variety of critical waveforms including DVB-S2X, DSSS, EBEM, and other protected waveforms. With a software defined core, Comtech’s DCG product line can easily add waveforms and integrate new capabilities tailored to specific mission needs.

Availability:

Comtech is currently accepting orders for its DCG product line. For more information, please visit our webpage: https://comtech.com/capability/dcgmodems/

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.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 and performance 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.

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Maria Ceriello

631-962-7115

Maria.Ceriello@comtech.com

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Jamie Clegg

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Release – Comtech Relocates Corporate Headquarters to Chandler, AZ

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Arizona Governor, Chandler Mayor, and Local Leaders to Attend August 16 Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate the Relocation of Comtech’s Headquarters to Arizona

CHANDLER, Ariz. – Aug. 16, 2024– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) (the “Company”), a global technology leader, today announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters from Melville, NY to Chandler, AZ. Comtech’s new corporate headquarters in Chandler boasts approximately 150,000 square feet of state-of-the-art office, engineering and manufacturing space that is designed to enhance operations, improve collaboration and accelerate the delivery of new technologies, systems and services to a variety of customers across global markets.

The decision to relocate Comtech’s headquarters to Chandler, first disclosed in March 2024, is rooted in the Company’s continued commitment to optimizing its corporate infrastructure and enhancing Comtech’s culture of innovation. The City of Chandler is already home to several of Comtech’s largest customers and provides easy access to a leading technology corridor that is renowned for yielding the talent needed to develop and execute the Company’s vision, which is centered on delivering trusted and resilient communications solutions to commercial and government customers across the globe.

“Chandler has established itself as a leading technology corridor in the United States,” said John Ratigan, Interim CEO of Comtech. “We are thrilled to expand our footprint in Arizona and excited to benefit from the City of Chandler’s continued commitment to innovation. This strategic move marks a significant milestone for the Company, and our new headquarters will play a central role in helping Comtech deliver new resilient, network agnostic, software-defined communications capabilities to some of the world’s most demanding customers, including the Department of Defense (“DoD”).”

To mark the milestone, the company will host a formal ribbon cutting ceremony today with Arizona Governor, Katie Hobbs, Chandler Mayor, Kevin Hartke, and other Arizona business and community leaders. While Comtech started welcoming employees to its new Chandler office in 2023, the Company has had a presence in Arizona and served local commercial, defense and government customers for over 25years.

“Today marks a momentous day for Arizona as we welcome Comtech, a leading global technology company, to its new home in Chandler,” said Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs. “Comtech’s Chandler headquarters will bring enhanced economic growth opportunities and highlights Arizona’s attractive business environment and reputation as a top hub for innovation and technology. We are proud to support Comtech in their new chapter and look forward to supporting Comtech’s success in Arizona.”

The technologies, solutions and services developed at Comtech’s Chandler headquarters currently serve a variety of commercial and government customers, including the U.S. government, the DoD, humanitarian agencies, satellite service providers, some of the nation’s largest cellular carriers, cruise lines, and emergency response agencies, among others. New offerings being developed at Comtech’s Chandler headquarters are designed to expand access to new connectivity services; connect the end users in some of the world’s most challenging geographic regions; and empower customers with new, integrated communications capabilities that can significantly enhance decision making capabilities when seconds matter most.

“I am thrilled that Comtech has chosen Chandler as the site for their new global headquarters,” said U.S. Representative Greg Stanton. “The investment Comtech is making in our community underscores the potential they see in our workforce, our infrastructure, and our economic climate. With over 50 years of technology leadership across global satellite, space, terrestrial, and wireless markets, Comtech is uniquely positioned to lead the way in connecting the unconnected and empowering the world with new technologies and services.”

Comtech is committed to continuing to enhance the Chandler community through local partnerships, strategic sponsorships and workforce development programs. Over the past two years, a variety of Arizona students participated in the Company’s summer internship program. In February, in partnership with the Society of Women Engineers at Arizona State University, Comtech sponsored and participated in the annual Chandler Innovation Fair. Last October, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce recognized Comtech as one of the Top 100 businesses in the city. And in March 2023, Comtech hosted its first-ever EXCHANGE event, an educational series inspiring woman of all ages to pursue STEAM career fields, in Chandler.

“We are excited to join Comtech in celebrating their new global headquarters in Chandler,” said Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke. “Publicly traded headquarters do not relocate often, but we have found that Chandler’s robust talent pipeline and pro-business operating environment make a compelling case for corporate decision makers. Comtech adds to a growing list of headquarters that have landed in Chandler over the last few years. It has been a real pleasure working with the Comtech team during this process and we look forward to building a strong partnership in the years to come.”

As Comtech’s presence in Arizona continues to grow, the Company is currently hiring for a variety of Chandler-based positions. If you are interested in joining Comtech, please visit the careers page of the Company’s website for more information.

To learn more about the Company’s new Chandler, Arizona headquarters, please visit: https://comtech-ssd.hs-sites.com/az24

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (Comtech) is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.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 and performance 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.

PCMTL

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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Noble Consumer Virtual Conference


Tuesday, July 02, 2024

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, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Conference. We hosted Comtech Communications CFO Michael Bondi at the Noble Capital Emerging Growth Conference on June 26th. Mr. Bondi’s presentation and a Q&A session can be accessed at https://www.channelchek.com/videos/comtech-telecommunications-cmtl-noble-capital-markets-virtual-consumer-tmt-conference-replay. The following are key highlights of the presentation.

Company Wins. Management highlighted key contract wins of the past twelve months including the $544 million GFSR contract, nearly $50 million of Army SATCOM solutions, and numerous NG911 awards, including Massachusetts, Washington, and North Central Texas. These awards will not only drive future operating results but are a testament to Comtech’s position in the marketplace, even during its turbulent refi process.


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Release – Comtech Launches Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Public Safety Solution

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New SmartAssist Solution to Enhance Emergency Response & Reduce Burden on 9-1-1 Call Handlers

CHANDLER, Ariz. – Jun. 27, 2024– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) (“the Company”), a global technology leader, today announced the launch of SmartAssist™, an artificial intelligence (“AI”)-backed solution developed to answer low-priority non-emergency calls without engaging a telecommunicator.

SmartAssist is designed to help Emergency Communications Centers (“ECCs”) and Public Safety Answering Points (“PSAPs”) manage call and Internet of Things device volumes by using AI chatbots to answer and triage non-emergency calls. The first of many applications in SmartAssist relies on AI bots programmed using conversational design to understand the natural language of the caller and resolve the caller’s request without the need for human intervention for non-emergency calls.

“One of the most critical challenges ECCs face today is staffing shortages, which can cause delays in 9-1-1 call answering times,” said Jeff Robertson, President of Comtech’s Terrestrial & Wireless Networks Segment. “Our SmartAssist solution solves call volume challenges and staffing shortages by streamlining 9-1-1 workflows with new AI-backed capabilities that can effectively handle most non-emergency administrative calls without telecommunicator assistance. Built on Comtech’s industry-leading public safety solutions, SmartAssist further demonstrates our ability to deliver innovative first-to-market solutions that solve today’s most pressing public safety challenges.”

The SmartAssist solution provides robust AI-backed voice and chatbot capabilities that enable public safety customers to leverage customized response solutions for a broad spectrum of low-priority non-emergency caller inquiries, ranging from text messages and form creation to foreign language capacities and performance metrics.

SmartAssist Pilot Programs:

Comtech is partnering with multiple agencies and its Next Generation 911 customers across the United States in pre-market trials to integrate and deploy SmartAssist in PSAPs connected to the Company’s NG911 networks to enhance non-emergency 9-1-1 response rates, effectively prioritize mission-critical calls, improve situational awareness, and reduce staffing shortages.

SmartNG Portfolio:

SmartAssist is the first solution within Comtech’s SmartNG portfolio of services. The Company’s SmartNG portfolio of services will enable the convergence of Next Generation 911 and AI solutions to enhance and optimize ECC/PSAP workflows. As the first SmartNG service offered, SmartAssist will significantly enhance public safety call processing, reduce emergency response times, and alleviate the impacts of staffing shortages.

SmartAssist integrates with existing administrative phone lines without requiring changes to the Call Handling Equipment, allowing Comtech customers to immediately begin benefitting from this staff augmentation tool.

Comtech is continuing to build out its SmartNG portfolio, which will include other interoperable AI-backed capabilities that incorporate language identification, transcription, translation, and advanced analytics, among other services. Comtech’s SmartNG portfolio creates new comprehensive public safety solutions designed with the future in mind-enhancing emergency response and assisting with staffing challenges.

For more information on Comtech’s SmartAssist solution, visit: https://www.comtech911.com/smartassist.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.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 and performance 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.

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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – New Award from Texas


Thursday, June 27, 2024

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, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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New Contract. Comtech announced the Company has been awarded a contract from North Central Texas Emergency Communications District to provide NG911 services. The Company will be assisting in further modernizing the district’s infrastructure. The contract carries a five-year base award with three two-year option periods, and a maximum value of $30 million.

Continued Relationship. The district’s contract with Comtech continues an established relationship of over 10 years. Currently, the Company provides call routing and call handling technologies and serves over two million people in the state of Texas. With the contract, the district will have the ability to fully migrate to a new NG911 system, and the Company will also help in enhancing the region’s call routing capabilities.


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Release – North Central Texas Awards Comtech Public Safety Contract Valued at Approximately $30.0 Million

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CHANDLER, Ariz. – June 26, 2024– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) (the “Company”), a global technology leader, today announced the North Central Texas Emergency Communications District (“NCT9-1-1”) awarded the Company a contract to deliver Next Generation 9-1-1 (“NG9-1-1”) services that will further modernize NCT9-1-1’s infrastructure. The NCT9-1-1 contract includes a five-year base award, as well as three additional two-year option periods, with a not to exceed value of approximately $30.0 million.

Comtech has partnered with NCT9-1-1 for over 10 years and the Company currently provides a wide range of call routing and call handling technologies serving over two million people in Texas. NCT9-1-1 is responsible for 40-plus Emergency Communications Centers in 13 counties and five municipalities surrounding the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.

Through this new contract, Comtech’s comprehensive suite of public safety solutions will enable NCT9-1-1 to fully migrate to a new NG9-1-1 system. Comtech will also continue to enhance the region’s call routing capabilities by providing major NG9-1-1 sub-components, including Next Generation Core Services, Emergency Services Internet Protocol Network and Call Aggregation, among other services.

“As a longstanding partner, Comtech is working with NCT9-1-1 to bring forward new emergency response capabilities that ensure residents and visitors get the help they need when lives are on the line and seconds matter most,” said John Whitehead, General Manager of Comtech’s Safety and Security Technologies (“SST”) Division. “This contract further demonstrates the trust of our public safety partners in the United States, and we are honored to continue working with the NCT9-1-1 to deliver a purpose-built public safety architecture that meets the needs of communities and individuals in crisis.”

“Comtech is continuing to support the NCT9-1-1 by delivering critical NG9-1-1 capabilities that enhance emergency response services and protect our public,” said Christy Williams, Director of 9-1-1 at NCT9-1-1. “NCT9-1-1’s 10-plus year partnership with Comtech in the early adoption of NG9-1-1 services has taught us a lot. We are looking forward to continuous improvement with Comtech as we forge the future of emergency communications together.”

As one of the most trusted providers of public safety technologies, Comtech is continuing to expand its NG9-1-1 call routing and call handling solutions for governments and emergency response providers across the globe. The Company’s NG9-1-1 offerings are designed to adapt and continuously evolve over time to meet the needs of emerging use cases as well as future applications.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.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 and performance 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.

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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Finally, the Refi is Done. And 3QFY24 Results


Thursday, June 20, 2024

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, CFA, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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A Refinancing. Comtech announced a new $222 million credit facility, replacing the previous facility which was due this October. The refi removes a significant uncertainty, in our view, and will enable a return to a normal operating environment over time. The interest rate is a blended 14%, up from the 10% under the previous facility.

3Q Results. Supplier and customer worry about Comtech’s financial status resulted in a push to the right for sales, negatively impacting 3Q24 results. Revenue was $128.1 million, down from $136.3 million last year and below our $139 million projection. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $11.9 million, or a 9.3% margin, compared to $12.5 million and a 9.2% margin in 3Q23. Comtech reported a net loss of $1.0 million, or a loss of $0.04/sh, compared to a loss of $9.2 million, or $0.33/sh last year.


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Release – Comtech Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Results and Entered into New $222.0 Million Credit Facility

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CHANDLER, Ariz. – June 18, 2024 — Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) (“the Company”) today announced its third quarter fiscal 2024 financial results in a letter to shareholders which is now posted to the Investor Relations section of Comtech’s website. Investors are invited to access the third quarter fiscal 2024 shareholder letter at comtech.com/investors/. A copy of the letter will also be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in a Form 8-K.

Comtech also announced that on June 17, 2024, the Company entered into a $222.0 million credit facility with a new syndicate of lenders which is expected to be funded on or around June 18, 2024. The New Credit Facility matures on July 31, 2028, consists of a committed $162.0 million term loan facility and $60.0 million revolver loan facility and is expected to have outstanding borrowings at close of approximately $187.0 million, reflecting $25.0 million drawn on the revolver. A copy of the credit agreement will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in a Form 8-K.

Comtech also intends to host an earnings conference call at 8:30AM ET today, Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Individuals can access the conference call by dialing (800) 267-6316 (domestic) or (203) 518-9783 (international) and using the conference I.D. of “Comtech.” A replay of the conference call will be available for two weeks by dialing (888) 566-0152 or (402) 220-9186. A live webcast of the call is also available at comtech.com/investors/.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.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 such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

PCMTL

Investor Relations

Maria Ceriello

631-962-7102

investors@comtech.com

Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Continuing NG911 Services in Massachusetts


Wednesday, May 22, 2024

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.

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Contract Resigned. Yesterday, Comtech announced that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts approved the execution of a contract with Comtech to continue operations and maintenance of its Next Generation 911 system within the state. The contract follows the renewal of the Washington contract earlier in the year.

Some Needed Good News. Given the recent negative news, the renewal of the Massachusetts contract is some welcomed good news. Significantly, the Massachusetts announcement, combined with the earlier Washington announcement, indicates clients are continuing to work with Comtech even given the turmoil. We view this positively.


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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Some Encouraging News


Monday, March 25, 2024

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.

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New T&W President. Thursday after the market close, Comtech announced the hiring of Jeff Robertson as the Company’s new President of the Terrestrial and Wireless Networks business segment. Prior to joining Comtech, Mr. Robertson served as President and CEO of Intrado Life Safety, a firm specializing in first responder technology in North America.

Significant News. We view the hiring of Mr. Robertson positively on a couple of fronts. First, Intrado is a direct competitor to Comtech and we expect Mr. Robertson to be familiar with Comtech’s T&W capabilities. Mr. Robertson’s choice of joining Comtech speaks positively about Comtech’s T&W business, in our view. Secondly, his hire indicates that top level executives still view Comtech as an attractive option to work, even given the recent challenges.


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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Mixed Quarterly Results, Many Questions Remain


Tuesday, March 19, 2024

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.

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Refi Overhang. The uncertainty created by the refinancing is impacting business results. For the first time in six quarters, sequential revenue declined with quarterly revenue barely exceeding year ago levels. Lower Space and Satellite segment revenue reflects order delays and supply chain constraints largely stemming from the refi overhang. Lower R&D expenses and One Comtech savings, along with a one-time gain, resulted in positive operating income for the third consecutive quarter.

2Q24 Results. Revenue was $134.2 million, flat y-o-y and below guidance of up 1% – 3% sequentially. We were at $154 million. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $15.1 million, versus $11.3 million in 2Q23. We were at $18.9 million. Comtech reported a net loss of $30.5 million, or a loss of $1.07/s, compared to a net loss of $6.5 million, or $0.23/s last year. Adjusted loss was $0.15/sh versus EPS of $0.09. We had forecast a net loss of $950,000, or a loss of $0.03 per share, and adjusted EPS of $0.28.


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