Newbridge in U.S. Navy deal
(Full text of press release from Canadian Corporate News)
DECEMBER 6, 1999
U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Successfully Test TimeStep Secure VPN Solution from Newbridge Networks for
Deployment: U.S. Marine Corps Selects the TimeStep Secure VPN Solution for Over 120,000 Users
QUANTICO, VIRGINIA--SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA--Newbridge Networks (NYSE: NN; TSE: NNC) today
announced that the U.S. *avy and the U.S. Marine Corps are conducting lab testing of the TimeStep secure VPN (virtual
private network) solution from Newbridge Networks. In addition, the Marine Corps has selected and is procuring the
TimeStep solution for its standard enterprise VPN network of over 120,000 users. The solution is being deployed at major
U.S. Marine Corps bases throughout the world.
''Based on a detailed lab evaluation and successful beta deployment at six bases, the Marine Corps has selected and
procured the TimeStep solution from Newbridge Networks for its standard enterprise VPN for both garrison and
deployed tactical networks,'' said Captain Carl Wright, U.S. Marine Corps. ''This technology will play an integral role in
securing SBU communications in combat situations.''
''This is a further significant milestone for Newbridge Networks in the key government industry vertical market. We are
confident that this is another in a series of successful steps between Newbridge and the U.S. Department of Defense,'' said
Tim Hember, vice president, VPN, Newbridge Networks.
The U.S. Navy has evaluated several VPN products within its test lab at the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command
(SPAWAR) Systems Center in San Diego, including the TimeStep solution from Newbridge Networks. A key factor in the
testing was the evaluation of the capability to incorporate the Defense Department's Public Key Infrastructure (DOD PKI)
- a critical element in authenticating DOD users - into the TimeStep VPN solution. This means that DOD Intranet users
from all branches of the military, including the Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Army, can be authenticated using digital
certificates.
''There is significant progress being made here on the path towards incorporating DOD PKI capabilities into its products,''
said Captain Dan Galik, U.S. Navy. ''The U.S. Defense Departments require strict adherence to industry standards, such
as FIPS 140-1, and IPSec, hence our support for these types of solutions.''
The Navy has developed an innovative security solution that uses secure VPNs in an architecture that provides a VPN
gateway alongside the firewall. Together, the TimeStep solution from Newbridge Networks, with the DOD PKI, enables
applications that include secure remote access and tele-maintenance. This allows the Navy's ships at sea to securely reach
technical experts at major shore commands and provide specialized assistance.
For more information on the TimeStep VPN solution, please visit www.timestep.com
Newbridge Networks designs, manufactures, markets and services wide area networking solutions for Internet service
providers; local, long-distance, and wireless communications companies; cable television carriers; and corporate customers
in more than 100 countries. The Company leverages its relationship with a growing family of Newbridge Affiliate companies
and strategic alliances with numerous other networking companies to deliver complete, end-to-end solutions. Newbridge
customers include the world's 350 largest telecommunications service providers and more than 10,000 corporations,
government organizations and other institutions. Founded in 1986, the Company employs more than 6,000 people on six
continents. News and information are available at www.newbridge.com.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Newbridge Networks Corporation
Tara Hoy
Media & Industry Analyst contact
(613) 599-3600 Ext. 4593
E-mail: thoy@newbridge.com
Website: www.newbridge.com
or
Newbridge Networks Corporation
John Lawlor
Financial Analyst contact
(613) 591-3600 Ext. 1013
E-mail: jlawlor@newbridge.com |
