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SYPRIS TO DEVELOP INTERNATIONAL CYBER RANGE HOST CYBER WARFARE TESTING FOR U.S. AND ITS PARTNERS

TAMPA, FL. (November 10, 2010) – Sypris Electronics, LLC, a subsidiary of Sypris Solutions, Inc., today announced that it is developing an International Cyber Range for use by the U.S. and its partners to conduct realistic assessments of cyber warfare scenarios in a representative network environment with the objective of accelerating revolutionary advances in cyber security and cyber warfare initiatives. The cyber range is expected to be operational by the first quarter of 2011.

HIGHLIGHTS
  • Sypris to develop an International Cyber Range for use by the U.S. and its partners to accelerate revolutionary advances in cyber security and cyber warfare initiatives.
  • The range, which is expected to be operational by the first quarter of 2011, will provide governments with a secure environment in which to test network and system attack-and-defend strategies, allowing them to test, evaluate and train for next generation threats, similar to traditional weapon ranges.
  • Sypris expects to leverage support from globally recognized universities and cyber experts, as well as to utilize cutting edge tools and techniques, to provide a high-caliber, next generation test-bed service for the advancement of global cyber security research.
  • By the end of 2011, Sypris expects to open the International Cyber Range to users in adjacent markets, such as large financial institutions that wish to protect their critical infrastructure.
“Our International Cyber Range will provide a real-world simulation environment for organizations to develop, test and deploy advanced strategies in cyber attack, defense, neutralization and resiliency,” stated John Walsh, President of Sypris Electronics. “The Sypris cyber range will be an international training ground for global users to access hands-on cyber security training and host real-time cyber war games in a secure, clean environment. By the end of 2011, our plan is to open the cyber range to users in adjacent markets, such as large financial institutions and teams that protect their critical infrastructure.”

Sypris Electronics is a world-class, integrated systems solutions provider. Our ruggedized electronic products, advanced engineering services and complete electronic manufacturing capabilities are aligned to provide our customers the best people, practices and technologies to continually exceed expectations. We consistently promote an agile, innovative culture by strategically partnering with leading-edge technology companies, agencies and universities. With over 45 years of experience, Sypris Electronics is proud to develop, manufacture and integrate leading technologies into mission critical electronics systems that secure America’s interest. Visit www.sypriselectronics.com for additional company information.