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Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Canadian frigates get degaussing systems

HMCS Ottawa (Halifax class)The Canadian navy's 12 Kingston class maritime coastal defense vessels are receiving degaussing systems from L-3 MAPPS.

The systems will be delivered and supported in collaboration with SAM Electronics, an L-3 company, which produces one of the most effective means of ship protection against modern sea mines.

The SAM Electronics solution reduces the magnetic signature of ships to safe levels, mitigating the threat from sea mines. It has been delivered to 15 of the world's leading navies.

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