Aviat Networks Awarded Microwave Business with State of Alaska

Upgrades Capacity and Services on Mission Critical State-Wide Network

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Jan 30, 2019, 09:00 ET

MILPITAS, Calif., Jan. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviat Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW), the leading expert in microwave networking solutions, today announced a new public safety communications project with the State of Alaska. The State will purchase microwave hardware and software required to upgrade police, fire and emergency communications.

The State of Alaska will deploy Aviat's IRU 600 EHP all-indoor mission critical microwave radios for the highest capacity, most reliable and secure public safety implementation. Aviat will also deliver CTR 8500 transport routers to support Ethernet-based services and ensure the State is prepared for future networking enhancements.

"We are excited to announce yet another state-wide public safety network," states Michael Pangia, president and CEO, Aviat Networks. "This award demonstrates the strength of Aviat's value proposition and our commitment to our public safety customers."

About Aviat Networks

Aviat Networks, Inc. is the leading expert in wireless transport solutions and works to provide dependable products, services and support to its customers. With more than one million systems sold into 170 countries worldwide, communications service providers and private network operators including state/local government, utility, federal government and defense organizations trust Aviat with their critical applications. Coupled with a long history of microwave innovations, Aviat provides a comprehensive suite of localized professional and support services enabling customers to drastically simplify both their networks and their lives. For more than 70 years, the experts at Aviat have delivered high performance products, simplified operations, and the best overall customer experience. Aviat Networks is headquartered in Milpitas, California. For more information, visit www.aviatnetworks.com or connect with Aviat Networks on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Media Contact: Gary Croke, Aviat Networks, Inc., [email protected]

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