IMT VISLINK RECEIVES $900,000 CONTRACT TO SUPPLY AIRBORNE VIDEO DOWNLINK, TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE SYSTEMS FOR USE BY THE U.S. AIR FORCE

SARASOTA, FL, Jan. 07, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- xG Technology, Inc. (“xG” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: XGTI, XGTIW), whose brands are recognized as the global leaders in live video communications, today announced that its IMT Vislink business has been awarded a $900,000 order to supply for use by the U.S. Air Force. The contract calls for the supply of transmit and receive systems, ground-based units designed to display real-time video imagery taken by aerial assets, related component and accessories, and training services.

This is a follow-on order to one previously on May 23, 2018, and similar to an order IMT Vislink received from the U.S. Army that was on November 20, 2017.

“IMT Vislink remains a trusted partner to our armed forces, owing to our reliable, high-performance, rapidly deployable video communications systems,” said John Payne, President and COO of IMT Vislink. “Our ability to provide solutions that meet stringent requirements and can support the most demanding applications and deployment scenarios, underscores our leadership in customizable, mission-critical video technology.”

About xG Technology, Inc./IMT/Vislink



xG Technology’s IMT and Vislink brands are recognized as the global leaders in live video communications and are trusted suppliers to tier-1 customers in broadcast/sports/entertainment, and law enforcement/public safety/defense markets. Their products are recognized for high levels of performance, reliability, build quality, extended operating ranges and compact form factors. In the broadcast, sports and entertainment sectors, IMT and Vislink provide high-definition communication links to reliably capture, transmit and manage live event footage. In the law enforcement, public safety & defense markets, IMT and Vislink provide secure video communications and mission-critical solutions to local, national and international agencies and organizations. More information can be found at and .

Based in Sarasota, Florida, xG Technology has over 80 patents and pending patent applications. xG is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market (symbol: XGTI). More info: .

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