Elbit Systems To Supply Advanced Dismounted Soldier Systems To Finland

The Finnish Army has awarded Elbit Systems Ltd a contract to supply advanced dismounted soldier systems, in the first phase of a comprehensive ISTAR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance) program. Elbit Systems made the announcement today but did not disclose the worth of the award. The MARS solution includes enhanced observation soldier equipment (MARS), comprehensive situation awareness software, cutting edge combat soldier wearable radio (PNR1000) and computer systems. Bezhalel (Butzi) Machlis, General Manager of Elbit Systems' Land and C4I Division, said, "We are proud that Finland, a NATO Partner of Peace, has selected our systems following a rigorous competition, including field testing in Lapland. This win affirms yet again our leadership as a supplier of advanced solutions for soldier systems". The Elbit systems will enhance the operational capabilities of the Finnish Army in the areas of reconnaissance, terrain dominance and dismounted soldiers. The Army will also focus on developing new combat doctrines, and as a basis for developing its future forward observation program.