Aviat Networks Awarded Public Safety Project in the Middle East

MILPITAS, Calif., May 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviat Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW), the leading expert in microwave networking solutions, today announced it has been awarded a new project worth in excess of $2 million with a large country-wide defense agency in the Middle East. This project will include hardware, software and services, all of which are designed to modernize the microwave network's security capabilities for this customer.

Aviat's industry-leading security solutions encompass both secure management and data encryption technologies to deliver best-in-class security, preventing unauthorized access and misuse of network resources. Aviat's solutions are the ideal combination of complex security features with simple administration capabilities to ensure optimal effectiveness and hassle-free deployment.

"Continuing to grow in importance, security is a critical requirement especially for our public safety, defense, and utility customers," states Michael Pangia, president and CEO, Aviat Networks. "Aviat has been investing in our security offering and we lead the industry in security capabilities for microwave networks."

Orders were received for this project in the Company's fiscal third quarter.

About Aviat Networks                                    

Aviat Networks, Inc. works to provide dependable products, services and support to our customers. With more than one million systems sold into 170 countries worldwide, communications service providers and private network operators including state/local government, utility, federal government and defense organizations trust Aviat with their critical applications. Coupled with a long history of microwave innovations, Aviat provides a comprehensive suite of localized professional and support services enabling customers to drastically simplify both their networks and their lives. For more than 70 years, the experts at Aviat have delivered high performance products, simplified operations, and the best overall customer experience. Aviat Networks is headquartered in Milpitas, California. For more information, visit www.aviatnetworks.com or connect with Aviat Networks on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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Investor Contact: Glenn Wiener, GW Communications, [e-mail]

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