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OBAA Profile: Ontario Going Global Medium Business Award
October 11, 2016About the Ontario Going Global Medium Business Award:
The Ontario Going Global Medium Business Award is awarded to a business that has implemented an export strategy that has positively affected its bottom line.
Finalist: Armatec Survivability Corp
Industry: Armoured Vehicle Technology
About: Armatec designs, develops and manufacturers high level technical solutions and is a proven provider of protection solutions and vehicle systems across International defense markets. Armatec’s current customer base includes the United States Marine Corps, Canadian, US and New Zealand Armies, plus a variety of Allied European nations.
What makes Armatec a leader in medium business exporting? In 2010 Armatec broke ground with a new 3,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Dorchester, Ontario. This new facility has allowed Armatec to expand their research, development, design and engineering, prototyping, manufacturing and business support capabilities, with room for future expansion.
“Armatec prides itself on employing innovative and motivated people who create superior products that consistently outperform the competition. The company’s forward thinking strategy allows Armatec to meet the needs of customers before they arise, and offer solutions that break the barrier of impossibility.”
Karl Pfister, President & CEO of Armatec Survivability Corp.
For more information on Armatec Survivability Corp. go to:
www.armateconline.com
Finalist: INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing
Industry: Armoured Vehicle Technology
About: INKAS is a leading Canadian-based company that specializes in the design and production of a wide range of armoured vehicles, including SUVs, sedans, special purpose military vehicles and others. Since 1996, INKAS has been providing armoured vehicles for banks, law enforcement and global corporations worldwide.
What makes INKAS a leader in medium business exporting? Export-orientation is a key strategy at INKAS. In 2016, during the recent Ontario Business Mission to Israel, INKAS acquired two Israeli companies, and signed a $25 million deal. INKAS is continuing to build more global ties with other countries to create more business opportunities here in Ontario.
“At INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing we believe that our people are our main asset, which helps us to be successful on the global market. We bring business to Ontario and benefit from its diverse workforce. As a Canadian company, we are proud to contribute to our provincial and national economies.”
David Khanzanski, CEO of INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing
For more information on INKAS Armored Vehicle Manufacturing go to:
www.inkasarmored.com
The 2016 OBAA’s are taking place on Tuesday, November 29th at the Toronto Metro Convention Centre.