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Harris CapRock Secures Systems Integration Deal with Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering for Mafumeira Sul Project(ENP Newswire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) ENP Newswire - 30 December 2013 Release date- 24122013 - Harris CapRock Communications, a premier global provider of managed communication solutions for remote and harsh environments has signed a multi-year contract with Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co., Ltd to provide an integrated telecommunications solution supporting the Mafumeira Sul project off the coast of Angola. DSME is a leading global oil platform and ship builder based in Seoul and Geoje, South Korea. Harris CapRock will provide equipment and design, integrate and test all telecommunication systems before deployment; install cable at multiple construction sites around the globe and provide commissioning support off the coast of Angola. The Mafumeira Sul project is operated by a global, major exploration and production operator, consisting of multiple production assets located 15 miles off the coast of the Cabinda province in 200 feet of water. Currently in the second stage of development, it is expected to reach its first oil in 2015 and build toward peak total daily production of 110,000 barrels of crude oil and 10,000 barrels of liquefied petroleum gas. 'We require a comprehensive communications solution onboard our new assets to support the complete package delivered to the exploration and production operator,' said Anthony Seo, Procurement Manager, DSME. 'Considering the scope of the Mafumeira Sul project, it's important for these platforms to be fully outfitted with a robust-engineered solution of telecommunication and security elements to support oil production goals for the next several years. Harris CapRock's history of providing systems integration solutions, along with its intimate knowledge of the energy operator's existing Angolan oil production assets, made it a natural fit for our team.' 'DSME plays a key role in the future of major oil field production through the integrity of its construction and design work,' said Tracey Haslam, president, global energy solutions, Harris CapRock Communications. 'This agreement establishes us as DSME's communications partner and extends our footprint in the growing oil and natural gas market in western Africa.' Harris CapRock Communications is a premier global provider of managed satellite and terrestrial communications solutions specifically for remote and harsh environments including the energy, government and maritime markets. Harris CapRock owns and operates a robust global infrastructure that includes teleports on six continents, five 24/7 customer support centers, local presence in 23 countries and more than 275 global field service personnel supporting customer locations across North America, Central and South America, Europe, West Africa and Asia Pacific. About Harris Corporation Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS) is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 125 countries. Headquartered in Melbourne, Florida, the company has approximately $5 billion in annual revenue and about 14,000 employees - including 6,000 engineers and scientists. Harris is dedicated to developing best-in-class assured communications products, systems and services. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect management's current expectations, assumptions and estimates of future performance and economic conditions. Such statements are made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results and future trends to differ materially from those matters expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Harris disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Contact: Harris CapRock Communications 4400 S. Sam Houston Pkwy East Houston, TX USA 77048 Tel: +1-832-668-2300 Toll Free: +1-888-482-0289 [Editorial queries for this story should be sent to [email protected]] ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) (c) 2013 Electronic News Publishing - |