February 17, 2009

FOR RELEASE:  Immediately

CTS Electronics Manufacturing Solutions Awarded
Manufacturing Contract from BAE Systems
 

Elkhart, IN…CTS Corporation (NYSE: CTS) a leading supplier of electronics manufacturing services, has been awarded a manufacturing contract from BAE Systems to provide multiple complex electronic assemblies for the A3 Bradley Fighting Vehicle.

Utilizing state-of-the-art technologies, CTS Electronics Manufacturing Solutions (EMS) will provide Line-Replaceable Units (LRUs), a complex component that is designed to be replaced quickly, for Power Control, System Control and Distribution. CTS EMS anticipates that the manufacturing phase will commence at its California facility beginning mid-year 2009 and continue through 2010. These awards are expected to add approximately $24 million of revenue.

The Bradley A3, manufactured by BAE Systems, is the most technologically advanced digital combat system deployed today. The Bradley Combat System has played a centerpiece role in Operation Iraqi Freedom and continues to provide outstanding survivability, mobility and lethality to U.S. soldiers in all types of close-combat urban scenarios or in open-combat terrain. The vehicle fulfills critical infantry, cavalry, fire support, battle command and engineer roles for the Army's heavy brigades.

CTS EMS’ success results from focusing on providing the highest levels of product and service quality. CTS EMS anticipates providing continued service excellence and maintaining its excellent relationship with BAE Systems.
 

About CTS EMS

CTS EMS is a turnkey provider of manufacturing solutions to customers in a range of electronics equipment markets. With global manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia, a broad product offering and a complete range of turnkey services, CTS is the ideal choice for an OEM seeking customized product solutions from a focused and agile EMS partner.

About CTS
CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of electronic components and sensors and a provider of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) to OEMs in the automotive, computer, communications, medical, defense and aerospace and industrial markets. CTS manufactures products in North America, Europe and Asia. CTS' stock is traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "CTS.” 

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