• QinetiQ Group. QinetiQis one of the world's leading defence technology and security companies. In today's world the challenges faced by governments to detect, identify and respond to both defence and homeland security threats requires the most advanced technical capabilities science can offer. [Information retrieved from About QinetiQ on 30 December 2006]: http://www.qinetiq.com/

• Raytheon Company. Raytheon is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 88 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. [Information retrieved from Our Company on 31 August 2010]: http://www.raytheon.com/

• RTI International. RTI International is an independent, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) corporation with a distinguished history in scientific research and technology development. We are active in programs and projects worldwide, with more than 2,600 individuals working in 40 countries today. Our activities support national programs and international interests as well as diverse commercial, industrial, and academic endeavors in health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, democratic governance, economic and social development, energy, and the environment. [Information retrieved from About RTI on 1 January 2007]: http://www.rti.org/

• Science Applications International Corporation. SAIC is a leading systems, solutions and technical services company. We solve our customers' mission-critical problems with innovative applications of technology and expertise. In medical labs researching cancer cures, in the desert testing next-generation robotics, in the ocean deploying tsunami warning systems, SAIC people and technologies are there. In crime labs investigating new evidence, in Iraq helping protect and support our men and women in uniform, SAIC is there. [Information retrieved from About SAIC on 1 January 2001]: http://www.saic.com/

• Serco Group. Serco supports governments, agencies and companies who seek a trusted partner with a solid track-record of providing assured service excellence. Our people offer operational, management and consulting expertise in the aerospace, defence, education, health, home affairs, local government, science, technology, transport and the commercial sectors. We advise policy makers, design innovative solutions, integrate systems and - most of all - deliver to the public. [Information retrieved from Home on 1 January 2007]: http://www.serco.com/

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• SPX Corporation. SPX Corporation is a global multi-industry manufacturing leader committed to operational excellence and execution. Operating in more than 20 countries with approximately 15,000 employees, SPX is a provider of Flow Technology, Test and Measurement, Thermal Equipment and Services, and Industrial Products and Services. [Information retrieved from Corporate Overview on 1 January 2007]: http://www.spx.com/

• Thales Group. Thales is a leading international electronics and systems group, serving defence, aerospace and security markets worldwide, supported by a comprehensive services offering. The group's civil and military businesses develop in parallel to serve a single objective: the security of people, property and nations. Thales employs 70,000 people in 50 countries and generates annual revenues of more than EUR13bn. [Information retrieved from Profile on 1 January 2007]: http://www.thalesgroup.com/

• Ultra Electronics. We are a defence, security, transport and energy company with a long, consistent track record of development and growth. Operationally, Ultra is organised into three divisions: Aircraft & Vehicle Systems, Information & Power Systems and Tactical & Sonar Systems, offering support to its customers through the design, delivery and support phases of a programme. [Information retrieved from main page on 31 August 2010]: http://www.ultra-electronics.com/

• United Technologies Corporation. UTC is a diversified company whose products include Carrier heating and air conditioning, Hamilton Sundstrand aerospace systems and industrial products, Otis elevators and escalators, Pratt & Whitney aircraft engines, Sikorsky helicopters, UTC Fire & Security systems and UTC Power fuel cells. [Information retrieved from About UTC on 30 August 2010]: http://www.utc.com/

- Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation. We are leaders in the design, manufacture and service of military and commercial helicopters; fixed-wing aircraft; spare parts and maintenance, repair and overhaul services for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft; and civil helicopter operations. [Information retrieved from About Sikorsky on 31 August 2010]: http://www.sikorsky.com/

• Veritas Capital. Veritas Capital is a private equity investment firm headquartered in New York. Veritas' primary objective is to partner with experienced management teams to develop leading companies in their respective markets. In addition to providing long-term capital, we work closely with our management partners in creating and executing a well-defined strategic plan that exploits a company's core competencies as well as attractive industry dynamics. [Information retrieved from Overview on 30 December 2006]: http://www.veritascapital.com/

• VT Group. The Company has its roots in two shipbuilders, Vosper and Thornycroft, who both started out in the late 19th Century. The two companies merged in 1966. In 2002 the Company changed its name to become VT Group plc – a move driven by the Company’s successful diversification programme, which has seen VT become a major player in the civil and defence support services markets. [Information retrieved from History on 1 January 2007]: http://www.vtplc.com/

• WorleyParsons. We are the leading provider of professional services to the energy, resource and complex process industries. We provide services to the following sectors; Hydrocarbons, Minerals & Metals, Infrastructure, and Power. [Information retrieved from About Us on 2 December 2006]: http://www.worleyparsons.com/