Local defense contractors and subtractors will be invited to Yuma Proving Ground on April 12-13 to learn about the test facility.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 3, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Arizona Defense Industry Coalition (AZDIC), whose mission is to act as the united voice of Arizona’s defense and industrial community, today announced that it will open its doors to the Yuma Proving Grounds. announced a tour of (YPG) is one of the largest military installations in the western world located in Yuma, Arizona. His two-day tour on April 12-13 will allow local defense contractors and subcontractors to learn about his YPG’s advanced military asset testing capabilities and discover how to get the most out of them. can.
“Many Arizona defense contractors and subcontractors ship materials for out-of-state testing without realizing that the YPG is in their backyard,” said Yuma 50 chairman and AZDIC member Julie Engel said. “The Yuma Proving Ground is at the forefront of the Army’s modernization efforts and is underutilized by local industry players. We want the defense industry to know this is a huge opportunity for them. I would like to have one.
Located near the Arizona-California border, the YPG’s mission is to ensure the operational success and reliability of the weapons systems and ammunition provided to the U.S. military on a massive scale of 1,300 square miles. YPG plans, conducts, evaluates, analyzes, reports and supports development testing, production testing and integration development/operations testing. In addition, YPG facilitates training for Army, Sister Service, Department of Defense, U.S. Government, international, and commercial customers.
“Arizona is and will continue to be a hotbed of national defense,” said AZDIC President Lindy Smith. “It is important that the defense community knows that the YPG is here and a seriously viable competitive option for their defense testing. and an opportunity to decide how best to work together to achieve collective goals.”
On April 12th, YPG’s Director of Test will offer a private on-site tour to interested defense contractors and subcontractors. YPG’s testing expertise spans ground weapons systems (from small arms to long-range artillery), helicopter armament and target acquisition systems, artillery and tank ammunition, and cargo and personnel parachutes, including guidance system technology. Participants will have the opportunity to see each of these areas first hand and ask questions about facility operations and what testing is possible.
The next day, attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with AZDIC leaders and Congressional staff to discuss their needs and how the YPG can help them. These conversations also provide an opportunity for him to give feedback on how YPG can improve its testing facilities to meet current industry needs. In addition, contractors will have the opportunity to attend a luncheon with Yuma County Mayor Douglas J. Nichols.
Defense industry companies interested in participating in the YPG Tour are encouraged to complete the following. Pre-registration formAll questions regarding the YPG Tour can be directed to Lynndy Smith at: LS@defensecoalitions.org.
About the Arizona Defense Industry Coalition (AZDIC)
The Arizona Defense and Industry Coalition (AZDIC) is a coalition of regional organizations inspired by Senator McCain, comprising defense and mining, military, veterans, and others to unite and advocate for regional and national security efforts. doing. Founding members include the West Valley Defense Alliance (WVDA), Mesa Industry & Defense Council (MIDC), Southern Arizona Defense Alliance (SADA), and Yuma 50. US national security commitments. AZDIC’s mission is to integrate the AZ defense industry and its stakeholders to ensure the regional and national security of the AZ through better communication and policy reform. For more information on AZDIC, email Lynndy Smith. LS@defensecoalitions.org.
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