TSS Solutions: Upgrading Radar Systems for the Ecuadorian Air Force

TSS Solutions, an Acorn Growth Company, has been awarded a contract to fully upgrade an AN/TPS-43 Radar System for the Ecuadorian Air Force (FAE). This contract, valued at $11.7 million dollars, will provide a completely modernized radar system known as the TSS Integrated Ground-Based Air Radar (TIGAR). With state-of-the-art subsystems, the TIGAR radar will deliver improved performance, reliability, and operability for air surveillance.

TSS Solutions is a leading defense electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in the repair, upgrade, operations, maintenance, and leasing of radar systems. The company's expertise in emerging technology upgrades allows for cost-effective technology insertions, extending the service life of air surveillance radar systems.

The contract award to upgrade the AN/TPS-43 Radar System demonstrates TSS Solutions' position as the leader in technically refreshing legacy radar systems. With prior successful upgrades of the TPS-70 and TPS-75 for the U.S. Air Force, TSS Solutions continues to support its global defense customer base. The company's commitment to delivering powerful radar systems reinforces its reputation as a trusted defense partner.

Don DiFrisco, President, and CEO of TSS Solutions, expressed his excitement about the contract award. He highlighted the significance of the upgrades for partner nations, stating, "Our radar depot in Melbourne, FL enables cost-effective technology insertions that greatly extend the service life of air surveillance radar systems, and our field service teams conduct installation and training required to assist our defense partners. Having completed upgrades of the TPS-70 and TPS-75 for the U.S. Air Force, this award further reinforces TSS as the leader in technically refreshing legacy radar systems and allows us to continue supporting our global defense customer base. We are pleased to have been chosen to deliver a powerful new radar system to the Ecuadorian Air Force that will provide a long-range air picture that detects, tracks, and automatically classifies the full threat spectrum."

TSS Solutions is dedicated to serving not only the defense industry but also the telecommunications and commercial sectors. With its expertise in depot repairs, technology insertions, field installations, and training, the company supports customers' missions globally. The men and women of TSS Solutions are proud to contribute to the United States and its allies' efforts in protecting national interests and preserving freedom worldwide.

Acorn Growth Companies, the parent company of TSS Solutions, is a middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on Aerospace, Defense, Space, and Intelligence. Acorn invests in operating companies that enhance global mobility and protect national interests. With their deep understanding of the Aerospace and Defense markets, Acorn has built a formidable reputation and has access to the best companies in these sectors. Collaborating with management, Acorn works to build its portfolio companies into significant market leaders by leveraging operational expertise and navigating through economic and industry cycles.

In conclusion, TSS Solutions' contract award for the upgrade of the AN/TPS-43 Radar System for the Ecuadorian Air Force highlights the company's position as a leader in defense electronics engineering. With their cutting-edge radar systems and commitment to supporting global defense partners, TSS Solutions continues to drive innovation in the field of air surveillance technology.