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09.01.2010 | | Morpho Detection Explosives Detection Systems Bring State-of-the-Art Technology to India’s Largest Airport
Newark, Calif. – Aug. 31, 2010 Morpho Detection, Inc., part of Morpho, Safran group’s security business, today announced the installation of six CTX 9400 DSi™ explosives detection systems (EDS) at the newly constructed Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), one of the largest airport terminal buildings in the world. The CTX 9400 DSi systems are the first in India to utilize the advanced imaging capabilities of computed tomography (CT) technology for aviation security. This technology not only helps to ensure the security of travelers but also has a low false alarm rate, allowing screeners to positively identify threats while expeditiously examining all baggage. “Morpho Detection is pleased to bring CT technology for checked bag screening to India,” said Dennis Cooke, president and CEO, Morpho Detection, Inc. “With the adoption of the CTX 9400 explosives detection solution, Indira Gandhi Airport serves as a model for the future of aviation security across India.” "Safety and convenience has always been our goal at DIAL. We strongly believe that we will achieve more with the installation of high-tech CTX 9400 systems at Terminal 3. We have worked closely with Morpho Detection to implement the best technology and solutions in the industry," said Prabhakararao Indana, CEO - Airport Development, DIAL. For more information regarding Morpho Detection products, visit www.morphodetection.com. * * * About Morpho Detection, Inc. Morpho Detection, Inc. – part of Morpho, a business of the Safran group (PAR: SAF) – is a leading supplier of explosives and narcotics and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) detection systems for government, military, air and ground transportation, first responder, critical infrastructure and other high-risk organizations. Following Safran Group’s 2009 acquisition of GE Security’s GE Homeland Protection, Inc. business, Morpho Detection integrates computed tomography (CT), Raman Spectroscopy, trace (ITMS™ technology), X-ray and X-ray Diffraction technologies into solutions that can make security activities more accurate, productive and efficient. With industry-leading products such as the Itemiser® DX trace detection system, the CTX line of explosive detection systems (EDS), and the StreetLab® Mobile hand-held chemical and biological substance identification unit, Morpho Detection’s solutions are deployed to help protect people and property in some of the most important and sensitive world locations.
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08.31.2010 | | Messier Services announces major contract signature with Alitalia
Velizy, France - August, 31st 2010 Messier Services (Safran group) and Alitalia signed an agreement covering equipment services on their 90 A320 family aircraft. According to this 3-year contract which starts immediately, Messier Services is the exclusive provider for some components and services on braking and steering systems. The work will be carried out in Messier Services France’s Molsheim, Alsace facility. * * * Messier Services provides maintenance, repair and overhaul services for aircraft landing and braking systems and the associated hydraulics. In addition, the company offers an expanding range of customized ground support equipment and tooling services. Part of the Safran group, Messier Services has nearly 1,600 employees at plants in Europe, the Americas and Singapore. The company is certified by all relevant constructors and airworthiness authorities for the entire range of repair and maintenance operations on equipment produced by Messier-Dowty, Messier-Bugatti and other leading manufacturers. For more information, please visit www.messierservices.com
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08.31.2010 | | Karen Bomba named Chairman & CEO of Labinal
Blagnac, 31 August 2010 Effective 1st September 2010, Karen Bomba has been appointed Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Labinal (Safran group), reporting to Yves Leclère, Executive Vice President, Aircraft Equipment branch. Karen Bomba succeeds Norman Jordan. “Karen has held a number of senior management positions in the aerospace industry, including extensive previous experience with the Safran group, and we are very pleased that Karen will now lead Labinal,” said Yves Leclère. “She has an excellent track record of delivering growth and performance as well as driving customer focus.” “Karen will bring a wealth of experience to Labinal,” added Yves Leclère. "She joins Labinal at a very exciting time in the company’s history. It is very well positioned as a world leader in aircraft wiring systems, with new technologies and capabilities, plus a full-fledged commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and service that is recognized worldwide." Karen Bomba received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering from UCLA. She began her career at Northrop Corporation’s Advanced Systems Division facilities in California as Manufacturing Engineering Manager, working on the structures and systems for the B-2 bomber program. Then, she spent seven years as Business Line Manager for Aircraft Structures, Insulation Products and Carbon-Carbon brakes at Hitco Carbon Composites in Gardena, CA. In 2000, she was appointed Chairman and CEO of Messier-Bugatti USA, a subsidiary of Messier-Bugatti, Safran group. In 2008, she joined Zoltek Companies, Inc. as Chief Operating Officer. * * * About Labinal One of the Safran group’s high tech companies, Labinal is a world leader in the field of electrical wiring systems – and studies in their engineering and associated technology – for the aviation, space and defense markets. The company’s unmatched expertise is founded on decades of design, development and manufacturing success with long-term partnerships with the leading aerospace companies. Labinal’s industrial activities, market segment oriented and customer-driven, are organized in four Divisions: Europe Wiring, North America Wiring, Safran Engineering Services and Labinal Services. Safran is a leading international high-technology group with three core businesses: Aerospace (propulsion and equipment), Defence and Security. Operating worldwide, the Safran group has 55,000 employees and generated sales exceeding 10.4 billion euros in 2009. Working alone or in partnership, Safran holds world or European leadership positions in its core markets. The Group invests heavily in Research & Development to meet the requirements of changing markets, including expenditures of 1.1 billion euros in 2009. Safran is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris and its share is part of the SBF 120 and Euronext 100 indexes.