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Jul 30
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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. 

Jun 18
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Scott P. Moore

Rear Admiral Scott P. Moore (ret.) to Deliver the 2014 Warrior Expo East Keynote

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ADS Welcomes Scott P. Moore, United States Navy SEAL Rear Admiral (ret.) & Deputy Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command as Keynote Speaker for Warrior Expo East 2014

ADS invites you to join us at Warrior Expo East. This premiere industry event designed specifically to bring end users, program managers, and procurement specialists together with our industry-leading solutions partners in an environment designed specifically for government and defense organizations.  Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be highlighting some of the great features of this Expo- so stay tuned! We are proud to announce that the Warrior Expo East Keynote will be delivered by Scott P. Moore. He will discuss leadership, recruiting, training, and equipping effective teams to maintain operational readiness. He will also provide insights on transforming individuals into a cohesive team, selecting talent that complements each other’s strengths and compensates for their weaknesses, as well as the qualities to look for in team members and leaders.

We look forward to Rear Admiral Moore’s address to kick off Warrior Expo East on Thursday, July 10th, 2014. Learn more or register online at warrior-expo.com – stay tuned for more details!

ABOUT SCOTT P. MOORE

As the commander of the Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), Rear Admiral Scott Moore led the military’s most elite forces during one of the most dangerous times in our history.  He was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colo., and graduated from the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 1983, with a bachelor of science degree. Upon graduation, he received an inter-service commission, attended Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training in Coronado, Calif., and graduated from BUD/S Class 126 in January 1984.  Moore has commanded at every level from the mountains of Afghanistan to briefings in the Oval Office. Throughout his 30 years in the military, Moore directed more than 2,000 missions and saw on the front-lines what most commanders only hear about in reports. He has been deployed across the globe, and his experience runs the gamut from leading small groups to large-scale tactical planning.

Scott P. Moore

United States Navy SEAL Rear Admiral (ret.) & Deputy Commander, Naval Special Warfare Command

Thursday, July 10th, 2014

Time: 0900 Location: Virginia Beach Convention Center

Register to Attend
Warrior Expo Website

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.
Nov 22
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Military Friendly Employer

ADS, Inc. Recognized as a Top 100 Military Friendly Employer®

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Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly Employer

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.