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FLIR Introduces Thermal Analysis Software for R&D and Science Applications
ARLINGTON, Va., April 9, 2019 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today introduced FLIR Research Studio, a new thermal imaging software for Research and Development (R&D) and science professionals. Available for a free trial download starting today, FLIR Research Studio is designed for use across multiple platforms and in 22 languages, to allow R&D and engineering teams to collaborate on thermal data collection, analysis, and sharing. In combination with a FLIR thermal imaging camera for science applications, FLIR Research Studio provides an ideal solution for R&D teams.
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FLIR Completes Strategic Investment in DroneBase
ARLINGTON, Va., and Los Angeles, Calif., April 10, 2019– FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) and DroneBase, Inc. announced today that FLIR has made a strategic investment in DroneBase, a global drone operations company that provides businesses access to one of the largest Unmanned Aerial Surveillance (UAS) pilot networks. The investment establishes FLIR as the exclusive provider of thermal product solutions and as the official small UAS thermal imaging training provider for the DroneBase enterprise pilot network through the FLIR Infrared Training Center (ITC).
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Daniel Gundlach Named Vice President and General Manager of FLIR’s Security Division
ARLINGTON, Va., April 10, 2019 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today that Daniel Gundlach has been named Vice President (VP) and General Manager (GM) of the Security division within FLIR’s Commercial Business Unit. Gundlach will lead all facets of the Security business, including strategy development, product innovation, sales and marketing, and operations.
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FLIR Systems Awarded $1.8 Million British Army Contract for Black Hornet 3 Personal Reconnaissance Systems
ARLINGTON, Va. – April 15, 2019 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced it has been awarded a $1.8 million contract by the British Army to deliver the FLIR Black Hornet 3 Personal Reconnaissance System (PRS). The order is for an experimental procurement of the combat-proven Black Hornet PRS and part of the UK Ministry of Defense’s Transformation Fund Rapid Procurement Initiative.
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Saving Kenya’s Rhinos, Before It’s Too Late
This Earth Day, FLIR is on a mission to save African rhinos facing certain annihilation, a species that has roamed this planet for million of years. It’s going to take more than just this day to make a difference, but it’s a reminder of what we can accomplish if we work together.
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FLIR Systems Acquires Aeryon Labs
WILSONVILLE, Ore., January 28, 2019 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today that it has acquired Aeryon Labs Inc., a leading developer of high-performance unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the global military, public safety, and critical infrastructure markets for $200 million. Aeryon’s vertical takeoff and landing quad-copter airframes integrate multiple sensors, including FLIR thermal technology, to provide users with immediate high-resolution intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capability.
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Boston Whaler and Mercury Marine are Marine Industry’s First to Demonstrate Raymarine DockSense for Outboard Propulsion
Today Boston Whaler, the leading manufacturer of unsinkable family fishing boats and Mercury Marine, the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines, are the first to demonstrate the Raymarine DockSense™ assisted docking system on an outboard-powered Boston Whaler vessel at Mercury’s Lake X testing facility.
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FLIR to Showcase State-of-the-Art Safe City Solutions at Intersec 2019
Intersec will welcome over 28,000 security professionals along with the top security providers from across the globe for its 2019 security trade show at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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FLIR Systems Awarded $39.6 Million Contract for Black Hornet Personal Reconnaissance Systems for US Army Soldier Borne Sensor Program
WILSONVILLE, Ore. – January 24, 2019 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) has been awarded a $39.6 Million order to deliver FLIR Black Hornet Personal Reconnaissance Systems (PRS) in support of the United States (U.S.) Army. The highly capable nano-unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems delivered under this contract will support platoon and small unit level surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities as part of the Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS) Program. The U.S. Army awarded in June 2018 the first SBS phase contract to FLIR for an initial batch of Black Hornet PRS. These systems are being delivered now to the U.S Army for initial integration into the force.
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FLIR Systems Awarded $89 Million Contract from French Armed Forces to Deliver Black Hornet Personal Reconnaissance System
WILSONVILLE, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 18, 2019-- FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today it has been awarded a contract from the French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA) in support of the French Operational Pocket Drone (DrOP) program. The contract has a ceiling value of $89 million to provide the FLIR Black Hornet® 3 nano-unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and Personal Reconnaissance System (PRS) to support French Armed Forces operations.
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FLIR Launches Second Generation Thermal Camera for Self-Driving Cars
WILSONVILLE, Ore. – January 7, 2018 — FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced its next-generation thermal vision Automotive Development Kit (ADK™) for the development of self-driving cars. FLIR also unveiled a thermal-enhanced self-driving test vehicle that demonstrates how thermal cameras improve the safety of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and fill performance gaps in the autonomous vehicles (AV) of tomorrow. The new automotive camera and FLIR thermal test vehicle will be demonstrated this week at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall Three, booth #31166.
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FLIR and World Wildlife Fund Announce Effort to Combat Rhino Poaching in Kenya
WILSONVILLE, Ore. – January 8, 2019 – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced the Kifaru Rising Project, a multi-year effort in collaboration with World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to deploy FLIR thermal imaging technology to help improve wildlife ranger safety and contribute to their mission to stop illegal wildlife poaching of rhinos across 10 parks and game reserves in Kenya. Kifaru Rising includes a pledge by FLIR of more than $3 million in thermal imaging technology, engineering assistance, and training with the goal of eliminating rhino poaching in Kenya by 2021.