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U.S. Navy Awards $248M for Advanced Communication Terminals

1/31/2026

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The U.S. Navy awarded Data Link Solutions a $248 million contract on January 29, 2026.
The contract funds MIDS JTRS terminals for secure, jam-resistant communications across air, land, and sea.
The four-channel, software-defined radio supports Link 16 and related protocols to enhance situational awareness.
The deal follows a prior $1 billion agreement for ongoing production and support of MIDS JTRS.

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Story summary

The U.S. Navy awarded Data Link Solutions a $248 million contract on January 29, 2026.
The contract funds MIDS JTRS terminals for secure, jam-resistant communications across air, land, and sea.
The four-channel, software-defined radio supports Link 16 and related protocols to enhance situational awareness.
The deal follows a prior $1 billion agreement for ongoing production and support of MIDS JTRS.