NASA AWARDS MDA $150 MILLION CONTRACT

BRAMPTON, Ont.....MD Robotics, a subsidiary of MacDonald Dettwiler and Associates (TSX:MDA) announced today they have signed a contract with NASA Johnson Space Center valued at $150 million (Cdn.). The 5-year contract provides for ongoing support of NASA's fleet of Canadarms, one outfitted on each of the Space Shuttle orbiters, and the Robotic Workstations on the International Space Station.

A vital component of NASA's shuttle program, Canadarm has demonstrated exemplary performance over the past 20 years. Since 1981 MD Robotics has provided continuous support, incorporated numerous upgrades and improvements to expand the operational capabilities of Canadarm.

The Robotic Workstations provide vital display, control and command links to the Space Station's robotics, cameras and video equipment.

Our team is extremely proud of the role we play in supporting NASA and the confidence they have in our abilities, said Chris Woodland, director of government programs at MD Robotics. 'We have been successfully providing support to NASA for the past 21 years and look forward to our continuing partnership.

This pioneering technology of Canadarm has established our company as the world leader in space robotics, said Mag Iskander, vice president and general manager of MD Robotics. The recent decisions by the US government to bolster the workload on the International Space Station, and to extend the life of the Space Shuttle fleet by at least another 20 years, make it clear that our robotic components are going to play a key role in the important work being done in space.

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MD Robotics is recognized as the world leader in developing advanced robotic systems. Our focus is on creating innovative robotic solutions for new frontiers, ranging from planetary exploration and satellite servicing to unique terrestrial applications.