The NAVSEA contract, which was finalized in September, comes on the heels of two previous US Navy development contracts valued at approximately $400,000 and awarded to Sabeus earlier this year by Penn State Applied Research Laboratory's Electro-Optics Center in Kittanning, PA.
"We are very pleased to have been recognized by NAVSEA for our breakthrough patented fiber optic technology," said Andre de Fusco, president & CEO.
"We look forward to making it possible for the Navy to deploy a new generation of sonar systems for a fraction of the cost of existing technology."
In August 2003, Sabeus established an R&D and advanced manufacturing facility in Freeport, Pennsylvania with the mission to develop next generation fiber optic sensors for military and commercial applications. Since its opening, the facility has undergone three expansions to accommodate the awarded contract work.
"We are pursuing program opportunities for developing optical fiber sensing systems for aircraft, ships, submarines and perimeter security systems," commented Jim Andersen, Sabeus Vice President and General Manager of the Freeport operation.
"As Sabeus continues to develop ground breaking technology and gain momentum with its customers, we are enthusiastic about our prospects for growth in Freeport and the 12th District."