Andrew T. Davis is named director, Advanced Programs and Horizontal Technology Integration

Business Wire, Jan 16, 1995

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 16, 1995--Andrew T. Davis, 46, has been named director, Advanced Programs and Horizontal Technology Integration (HTI) for the Ground Systems Division of United Defense L.P.

In this newly created position, Davis will lead United Defense's strategies for integrating digital technology and other appropriate technologies across multiple platforms for the U.S. Army's Force XXI, including United Defense's support to TRW for the army's newly awarded Digital Applique program.

He will also continue and expand his role in developing new systems for the army such as the Bradley Fire Support Vehicle (FIST), Enhanced Stinger Fighting Vehicle and the Battle Command Vehicle.

Davis joined FMC Corp. in 1976. His most recent assignment was manager, Business Development and Advanced Programs for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle System. He earned a B.A. in International Business and an M.B.A. from San Francisco State University. He is also the president of the Silicon Valley Chapter of the Association of the United States Army.

United Defense L.P. is the largest manufacturer and system integrator of tracked, armored combat vehicles in the United States and a supplier to the security forces of Allied Nations. Combining FMC's Defense Systems and Harsco's BMY Combat Systems Division, United Defense is a limited partnership with FMC Corp. owning 60 percent and Harsco owning 40 percent. United Defense operates 8 manufacturing sites in 6 states, participates in joint ventures in 5 countries, and provides services to customers worldwide.

CONTACT: United Defense L.P.

R.W. Highlander, 408/289-2882

Dan Spalding, 408/289-2739