Philippines awards $12M radio contract for military comms

Harris Corp. has been awarded a $12 million Filipino contract for tactical radios.

Harris will supply the Philippines armed forces with Falcon III tactical vehicular radios, intercom systems and handheld radios as part of a communications modernization program, according to a company news release.

"Harris will provide the Light Armored Division of the Philippine Army with the Falcon RF-7800V Combat Net Radio integrated into the RF-7800I Intercom Systems," the company said. "This comprehensive solution for in-vehicle voice and data communications delivers secure tactical network connectivity. Harris also will provide the Falcon RF-7800V handheld VHF Combat Net Radio for general use by the Army."

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