WB Electronics, Boeing sign Memorandum of Understanding for future cooperation

The Boeing Company and WB Electronics of Poland today announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that outlines opportunities for future cooperation between the two companies, in areas such as ground combat vehicle battle management and command, control and communications systems. Henryka Bochniarz, president of Boeing Central and Eastern Europe, announced the agreement at the MSPO International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce. "WB Electronics has an inventive culture and an entrepreneurial spirit," Bochniarz said. "We look forward to working with them to develop markets of mutual benefit in Central and Eastern Europe, as well as other locations throughout the world. This MOU is the first step toward enhancing our companies' mutual and cooperative relationship". Adam Bartosiewicz, vice president of WB Electronics, said he also recognizes the MOU as a solid base for future endeavors between WB Electronics and Boeing. "In this changing world, no matter how strong a company is, it cannot ignore opportunities rising from emerging markets," Bartosiewicz said. "Likewise, no matter how small and efficient a company is, it cannot maintain its competitive advantage operating only in its home market. Embracing these truths, Boeing and WB Electronics have entered into a relationship that offers both parties the ability to seize new opportunities". "Poland has a highly capable local aerospace and defense industry that Boeing is keen to access and leverage," added Bochniarz. "We plan to pursue additional opportunities in Poland and to continue our strong history of investing for the long term in the regions where we do business".