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Akima's Subsidiary Awarded Major Contract

In a significant development for national defense, Akima, a leading provider of services to the federal government, announced that its subsidiary, Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), has secured a $55 million contract with the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM). This contract aims to modernize essential IT and communications infrastructure crucial for maintaining national security. The contract will span five years if all options are exercised.

The new agreement will see ASE enhancing USINDOPACOM's Common Computing Environment (CCE) by leveraging emerging IT and communication technologies. The services offered will cover a wide spectrum, including systems engineering, network management, information protection, cyber defense, application development, electronic key management, and project management.

Commitment to National Defense

Duncan Greene, President of Akima's Mission Systems, Engineering, and Technology Group, expressed the company's dedication to modernizing defense communication frameworks within the Indo-Pacific area. He emphasized the importance of using advanced technologies to secure national interests. Greene commented, "This partnership will bolster the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's Common Computing Environment, directly contributing to their mission of sustaining peace and security in a strategically significant region."

Headquartered in Hawaii at Camp H. M. Smith, USINDOPACOM oversees a vast geographic area, including territories stretching from the U.S. West Coast to India and from Antarctica to the North Pole. As geopolitical tensions rise, secure and reliable voice, data, and video communications systems are more critical than ever.

About Akima Systems Engineering

Akima Systems Engineering operates as an SBA-certified 8(a) company owned completely by an Alaska Native Corporation. It serves as a pivotal partner within the Department of Defense for maritime IT solutions and systems engineering and integration. ASE is known for its capability to support legacy systems while building the future infrastructures needed for operational excellence.

Akima's Broader Mission

As a global enterprise with about 10,000 employees, Akima is committed to delivering effective solutions to the federal government, focusing on information technology, facility logistics, aerospace solutions, protective services, and more. The company's affiliation with NANA, an Alaskan Native Corporation comprising over 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, reinforces its mission to create sustainable outcomes for federal projects while respecting and valuing native traditions.

With Akima recently ranking #29 on Washington Technology's Top 100 list of government contractors in 2024, it clearly underscores the company’s commitment to delivering superior results and fostering beneficial relationships within the defense sector. For additional information about Akima and its various services, visit Akima's website.