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NEWS RELEASE: Drone Aviation Expands Government Distribution with GSA Listing through ADS

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GSA LISTING EXPANDS SALES CHANNEL TO GOVERNMENT AGENCIES.

Virginia Beach, VA, USA, October 2, 2014:  Drone Aviation Corp is actively expanding the growth of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in the United States.  This company provides the safe and legal tethered drones that operate under current FAA guidelines.  Drone Aviation Corp has drones that offer long flight duration and can carry Military grade surveillance equipment. Drone Aviation Holding Corp. (OTCQB: DRNE), a developer of specialized lighter-than-air aerostats and tethered drones, today announced that the Blimp in a Box® (“BiB”) aerostat system and the Winch Tethered Small Platform (“WASP”) product of Drone Aviation Corp., its wholly owned subsidiary, have been included in the U.S. General Services Administration (“GSA”) Schedule through its existing distributor relationship with U.S. government prime contractor ADS Inc. (“ADS”). The GSA listing allows government customers to directly negotiate and acquire products and services from commercially-listed suppliers.

Working with ADS Inc., has provided Drone Aviation Corp a way to expand their government distribution by obtaining a GSA listing.  Having this GSA listing, government customers can directly negotiate, purchase products and services.  Interest in aerostat systems in continuously growing in the Military and Government customers especially with Drove Aviation Corps’ WASP and BIB platforms. “Over the past year, we have witnessed continued interest in our aerostat systems and platforms from both military and government customers. These customers are increasingly seeking low-cost, long-duration, aerial intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (“ISR”) and communications capabilities for applications that are ideally suited to our BiB and WASP products,” stated Felicia Hess, CEO of Drone Aviation Holding Corp. “Deepening our sales channels into the government sector is one of our top priorities, and working in partnership with ADS, a GSA listing is an important step towards achieving that goal.”

To learn more about Drone Aviation Corp and the full press release- please click here.

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About Drone Aviation Holding Corp.. Drone Aviation Holding Corp. (DRNE) provides critical aerial and land based surveillance and communications solutions to government and commercial customers. Utilizing a unique tethering capability, Drone systems operate in the National Airspace within FAA guidelines for safe operations. Drone systems are designed and developed in-house utilizing proprietary technologies and processes that result in compact, rapidly deployable aerostat solutions and mast based systems that have been proven to fulfill critical requirements by the military and law enforcement in the U.S. and to our allies around the world. For more information about Drone Aviation Holding Corp., please visit www.DroneAviationCorp.com, or view our reports and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission on http://www.sec.gov.

About ADS, Inc. ADS, Inc. is a leading solutions provider proudly serving all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state, and local government organizations, law enforcement, first responders, foreign governments, and the defense industry. ADS is focused on solving customer’s challenges through the largest product and service selection, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions, and legendary customer service. ADS provides a single source solution that helps customers meet their mission requirements as cost-effectively as possible, reduce their cost of readiness, and enhance their acquisition strategy. ADS equipment and support solutions include C4ISR, Combat Support, Medical, Operational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE), Weapons, and Optics as well as Special Missions such as CWMD, EOD, First Responders, and Maritime. http://adsinc.gurumediadev.com- Our Purpose. Your Mission.

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NEWS RELEASE: ADS, Inc. Awarded Key Supply Chain Support Contract by the Defense Logistics Agency

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ADS to Provide Commercial Fasteners to DoD Customers Worldwide.

Virginia Beach, VA, USA, October 1, 2014:  ADS, Inc. has been selected by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support to provide supply chain solutions in support of their Commercial Fastener Integrator (CFI) Initiative Program. DLA recently awarded ADS an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply thousands of commercial fastener products to DoD Customers around the world. The contract consists of a three-year base term and an additional two-year option with a total value of up to $84 million over five years. The CFI Initiative is a critical step in DLA’s strategy to transform the way it orders, receives, manages, and distributes commercial fasteners. The agency is transitioning from directly stocking these items to utilizing ADS to provide supply chain support, rapid response, lower overall cost, and the best possible value to DoD customers through direct fulfillment of requisitions on behalf of DLA. “We’re extremely proud of our track record supporting the Defense Logistics Agency with supplying our Nation’s men and women in uniform the best equipment available including items for maintenance, repair, and operations.” Said Jason Wallace, ADS Chief Executive Officer. “Our award-winning past performance in managing federal stock classes through DLA Troop Support Construction and Equipment represents a natural progression for ADS into commercial fasteners.” In addition to fulfillment, ADS will provide DLA with a broad range of support ranging from forecasting collaboration with customers, total supply chain management, distribution and warehousing, to quality control, customer direct support, compliance with Time Definite Delivery (TDD) timeframes, data management, and minimum material availability.

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About ADS, Inc. ADS, Inc. is a leading solutions provider proudly serving all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state, and local government organizations, law enforcement, first responders, foreign governments, and the defense industry. ADS is focused on solving customer’s challenges through the largest product and service selection, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions, and legendary customer service. ADS provides a single source solution that helps customers meet their mission requirements as cost-effectively as possible, reduce their cost of readiness, and enhance their acquisition strategy. ADS equipment and support solutions include C4ISR, Combat Support, Medical, Operational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE), Weapons, and Optics as well as Special Missions such as CWMD, EOD, First Responders, and Maritime. http://adsinc.gurumediadev.com- Our Purpose. Your Mission.

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NEWS RELEASE: CAE to provide U.S. Air Force with Aeromedical Evacuation Training System

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Integrated training solution combines high-fidelity C-130 fuselage trainer with CAE Healthcare human patient simulators

Virginia Beach, VA, USA, August 21, 2014: CAE has announced that they have been awarded a contract through ADS Inc. and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) program to provide the United States Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) at Dobbins Air Force Base with a comprehensive Aeromedical Evacuation Training System.

The Aeromedical Evacuation Training System, which can be developed for a range of air mobility aircraft platforms, will provide AFRC with a realistic training environment that will be used to prepare aeromedical evacuation crews for pre-flight and emergency procedures as well as in-flight patient care.

CAE will provide a high-fidelity C-130 fuselage trainer that is configured for aeromedical evacuation missions. Within the C-130 fuselage trainer will be CAE Healthcare iStan human patient simulators, which feature internal robotics that mimic human cardiovascular, respiratory and neurological systems. When iStan bleeds, his blood pressure, heart rate and other clinical signs change automatically, and he responds to treatment with minimal input from an instructor. The overall Aeromedical Evacuation Training System provided by CAE will include courseware and curriculum, as well as a hand-held, wireless tablet instructor operator station to provide full control and customization of a variety of training scenarios.

We are pleased to be working with ADS, who helped the Air Force identify the best solution for their aeromedical training requirements and provided an efficient contracting solution for the procurement of CAE’s Aeromedical Evacuation Training System,” said Ray Duquette, President and General Manager, CAE USA.  “The comprehensive, integrated, off-the-shelf training solution we provide will enable the U.S. Air Force to more cost-effectively train both aircrews and medical personnel for critical aeromedical evacuation missions.”

About CAE  CAE is a global leader in providing comprehensive training solutions based on world-leading simulation technology and integrated training services. The company employs 8,000 people at more than 160 sites and training locations in 35 countries. CAE’s vision is to be our customers’ Partner of Choice and we take a long-term approach to customer relationships. CAE offers our civil aviation and defense and security customers a complete range of highly innovative product, service and training centre solutions designed to help them meet their mission critical needs for safety, efficiency and readiness. About ADS, Inc. ADS, Inc. is a leading solutions provider proudly serving all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state, and local government organizations, law enforcement, first responders, foreign governments, and the defense industry. ADS is focused on solving our customer’s challenges through the largest product and service selection, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions, and legendary customer service. We provide a single source solution that helps customers meet their mission requirements as cost-effectively as possible, reduce their cost of readiness, and enhance their acquisition strategy. ADS equipment and support solutions include C4ISR, Combat Support, Medical, Operational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE), Weapons, and Optics as well as Special Missions such as CWMD, EOD, First Responders, and Maritime. – Our Purpose. Your Mission. 

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NEWS RELEASE: Marine Corps Systems Command

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ADS Inc. wins contract to Supply CTD/Nishati PAM™ Expedition Solar Arrays for USMC ADVANCED INTEGRATED SOLAR PANEL CASE ASSEMBLY (AISPCA)

Virginia Beach, Virginia. July 30  2014:  ADS, Inc. announced today that it has won the contract to supply the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Advanced Integrated Solar Panel Case Assembly (AISPCA).

ADS, Inc. will use the PAM™ Expedition Solar Arrays (GSA Advantage: Portable Array Module) manufactured by Nishati, Inc. to meet the AISPCA requirements. PAM™ Expedition is a ruggedized, lightweight solar array that packages into a small volume and deploys in minutes. It is designed to maximize solar energy capture, while minimizing weight, size and complexity. PAM™ Expedition provides practical solar energy for expeditionary and remote power.

“The PAM™ Expedition Array represents the most significant advancement in expeditionary energy in the past 30 years” said Jayson Southworth, ADS Business Development Manager, for Combat Support Equipment. The AISPCA award to Atlantic Diving Supply, Inc. (ADS) is a five (5)-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA).  The BPA allows for the purchase of up to 2,500 AISPCA units per year through the Government General Services Administration (GSA) Advantage. AISPCA will replace the current USMC Ground Renewable Expeditionary Energy Network System (GREENS) solar panels. AISPCA will also be integrated into future USMC expeditionary hybrid energy systems.

For more information regarding this contract please CONTACT ADS.

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NOTE: OD green cases pictured are for the PAM™ Expedition, Tan cases are for the current GREENS AISPCA.

About ADS, Inc.  ADS, Inc. is a leading solutions provider proudly serving all branches of the U.S. Military, federal, state, and local government organizations, law enforcement, first responders, foreign governments, and the defense industry. ADS is focused on solving our customer’s challenges through the largest product and service selection, the broadest array of procurement and contract options, world-class support and logistics solutions, and legendary customer service. We provide a single source solution that helps customers meet their mission requirements as cost-effectively as possible, reduce their cost of readiness, and enhance their acquisition strategy. ADS equipment and support solutions include C4ISR, Combat Support, Medical, Operational Clothing and Individual Equipment (OCIE), Weapons, and Optics as well as Special Missions such as CWMD, EOD, First Responders, and Maritime. – Our Purpose. Your Mission.  About Nishati, Inc.  Nishati has a worldwide, exclusive license for PAM™ Expedition from Composite Technology Development, Inc. (CTD). CTD developed PAM™ Expedition using Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) funds provided by the United States Navy Office of Naval Research (ONR). Nishati Inc., based in Lafayette, Colorado, is a woman-owned, minority-owned small business focusing on the marketing and manufacturing of PAM™ Expedition. The company was founded by Dr. Naseem Munshi, CTD’s President and Founder. Ms. Munshi has over 27 years’ experience in providing innovative products to commercial and government markets. Nishati is led by Chief Executive Officer, Colonel (Ret) Bob Charette with over 28 years’ experience in the US Marine Corps, where he was the first Director of the Marine Corps’ Expeditionary Energy Office. 

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Bates releases RECONDO JUNGLE BOOT at Warrior East Expo

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INTRODUCING THE NEWEST IN JUNGLE TERRAIN FOOTWEAR!

BATES FOOTWEAR is releasing their Jungle Terrain Recondo Boots just in time for Warrior East Expo.  In addition to the ever popular MultiCam pattern, this boot also features a low-absorption, quick drying, durable solution designed to provide secure footing in multi-terrain jungle regions. Bates will be giving away 2 pair of the Recondo boots at Warrior East in a prize pack featuring the Tactical Ginger and also having a Happy Hour Thursday at their booth at 3pm- Be sure to stop by and try on a pair of boots!  Check out more features below and read more in this press release.
THE RECONDO BOOT HAS NUMEROUS GREAT FEATURES:
  • WATER, OIL, AND STAIN RESISTANT Wolverine Warrior Leather® with quick drying performance 500D MutiCam® Cordura and ripstop nylon upper
  • QUICK FIT and release speed lacing system
  • MEDIAL AND LATERAL SCREENED VENTS for increased breathability and moisture management
  • DUAL DENSITY insole and midsole provides optimal shock attenuation and support
  • VIBRAM MUTANT aggressive lug outsole with pronounced heel for quick braking, stability and traction
  • DIRECT ATTACH construction provides superior bonding between the upper and soling system
  • SIZING MEN’S M 7-12,13,14,15 EW 7-12,13,14
The MultiCam® pattern was developed to effectively limit the visual and near-IR signature of a individual operating across a very wide range of physical environments and seasons.  After many successful evaluations, after being proven in combat, and after becoming the officially issued pattern of the US Army for all Afghanistan operations in 2010, MultiCam® is the proven multi-environment concealment solution. For more information- visit the MultiCam website.
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Stop by their booth for HAPPY HOUR Thursday at 3PM and Find the Tactical Ginger at Warrior East for a chance to win a pair of boots!

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About ADS ADS, Inc. is a leading provider of equipment, value-added logistics services, and supply chain support solutions. The company serves all branches of the United States Armed Forces as well as federal, state, and local agencies, defense contractors, and foreign governments. ADS offers a broad spectrum of operational equipment solutions including, tactical, C4ISR, medical, expeditionary, energy efficiency, first responder, and TEK Solutions (tools, equipment and kitting). ADS offers more contracts, suppliers, and capabilities to support our nation’s men and women in uniform than any other company. Our ability to bring a broad spectrum of options to our customers reduces their cost of readiness and makes their acquisition strategy more efficient, delivery times faster, and mission success more likely – at home or in theater. For more information please visit www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
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Mechanix Wear Unveils MultiCam Gloves

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Mechanix Wear introduces the FastFit®, Original®, and M-Pact® glove models with MultiCam® transitional camouflage to complete the soldier’s kit, from head to toe. Developed to effectively disguise the wearer across varied environments, MultiCam® takes advantage of the human eye and how the brain perceives shape, volume and color. The integration of MultiCam® into Mechanix Wear hand protection helps maintain the patterns’ effectiveness in the operating environment.

Mechanix Wear’s MultiCam® glove line includes three core models:

MultiCam® FastFit 

Lightweight and dexterous, the FastFit® provides service members with an unbelievable fit and easy on/off flexibility. The anatomically cut two-piece palm eliminates material bunching for maximum control and improved manual operation. Breathable TrekDry®material with MultiCam® transitional camouflage form-fits the hand ensuring a comfortable fit in any environment. A convenient nylon cord loop is positioned beneath the wrist to be secured to the soldier’s personal equipment.

MultiCam® Original 

The Original® glove revolutionized the hand protection industry with its versatile design and has faithfully served its users ever since. Durable synthetic leather extends the life of the glove and breathable TrekDry® material with MultiCam® transitional camouflage form-fits the top of the hand. The Original® provides unmatched fit, feel and functionality so the user can focus on what lies down range.

MultiCam® M-Pact

The M-Pact® protects service members against common impact and abrasion injuries in the field with flexible Thermal Plastic Rubber (TPR) on the fingers and knuckles. MultiCam® transitional camouflage is incorporated into the knuckle guard for complete back-of-hand disguise. The uniquely designed Impact Guard protects the knuckle and frees the index finger enabling smooth trigger guard entry and mobility. We incorporated high-impact PORON® XRD® cushioning in the palm for added relief when the soldier is fully engaged.

About ADS ADS, Inc. is a leading provider of equipment, value-added logistics services, and supply chain support solutions. The company serves all branches of the United States Armed Forces as well as federal, state, and local agencies, defense contractors, and foreign governments. ADS offers a broad spectrum of operational equipment solutions including, tactical, C4ISR, medical, expeditionary, energy efficiency, first responder, and TEK Solutions (tools, equipment and kitting). ADS offers more contracts, suppliers, and capabilities to support our nation’s men and women in uniform than any other company. Our ability to bring a broad spectrum of options to our customers reduces their cost of readiness and makes their acquisition strategy more efficient, delivery times faster, and mission success more likely – at home or in theater. For more information please visit www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.
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ADS, Inc. Recognized as a Top 100 Military Friendly Employer®

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ADS Earns Top 50 Rankings as Both a Military Friendly Employer and a Military Spouse Friendly Employer.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA November 21, 2013 ADS Inc., the world’s premier equipment, procurement, and support solutions provider to the military, law enforcement and first-responders, announced today that it has been recognized as a Top 100 Military Friendly Employer® for 2014 by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs and Military Spouse. The rankings are based on criteria including long-term commitment to military hiring and training and include many of the country’s most respected companies. They are featured in the December issue of G.I. Jobs and online at www.militaryfriendly.com.

“It’s our privilege to bring service members into ADS where their training, experience, and attitude greatly contribute to our continual drive for excellence.”

– Luke Hillier, Chairman and CEO of ADS

“ADS experiences the skill, dedication and mission-driven commitment of the men and women of our military every day and it sets the standard for how we run our company,” said Luke Hillier, Chairman and CEO of ADS. “It’s our privilege to bring service members into ADS where their training, experience, and attitude greatly contribute to our continual drive for excellence.” ADS’ top 50 ranking within both the Top 100 Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly Employer® categories places it in the top 1 percent of the over 5,000 U.S. companies with annual revenues of at least $500 million that are eligible for this distinction. Factors driving ADS’ selection included its high percentage of new hires that are transitioning military members/veterans (45%), its veteran outreach programs, on-the-job and managerial training programs for veterans and military spouses, and community service programs. The Top 100 Military Friendly Employer® and Top 100 Military Spouse Friendly Employer rankings are based on survey data from over 5,000 companies using survey methodology created by an advisory board comprised of leaders in the military recruitment community and verified by Ernst & Young LLP. Commencing its 11th year, the rankings are a leading resource for service members and spouses transitioning to civilian employment. About ADS ADS, Inc. is a leading provider of equipment, value-added logistics services, and supply chain support solutions. The company serves all branches of the United States Armed Forces as well as federal, state, and local agencies, defense contractors, and foreign governments. ADS offers a broad spectrum of operational equipment solutions including, tactical, C4ISR, medical, expeditionary, energy efficiency, first responder, and TEK Solutions (tools, equipment and kitting). ADS offers more contracts, suppliers, and capabilities to support our nation’s men and women in uniform than any other company. Our ability to bring a broad spectrum of options to our customers reduces their cost of readiness and makes their acquisition strategy more efficient, delivery times faster, and mission success more likely – at home or in theater. For more information please visit www.adsinc.gurumediadev.com.