Structural Monitoring Systems Plc (ASX:SMN) Secures USFS Approval for MTP136D Radio
Product Approval
Structural Monitoring Systems Plc’s subsidiary, Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp., has received full approval from the US Forest Service and Department of the Interior for its MTP136D Panel-Mount Forest Service Radio. This approval allows the radio’s use in all federally regulated aerial firefighting agency and contractor aircraft across the United States. The MTP136D is now included in the approved equipment list for aerial firefighting contractors, addressing over 3,000 aircraft suitable for upgrades from legacy technology.
Future Growth
With the USFS approval, AEM is set to expand its presence in the U.S. market. The company is in advanced negotiations with CalFire to equip its fleet with the MTP136D radio technology, anticipating substantial growth in 2025. This expansion follows the radio’s successful adoption in the Canadian market, initially launched with Yellowhead Helicopters and supported by a Transport Canada Supplemental Type Certificate.
Executive Comments
Sales and Marketing Director Mr Tony Weller stated, “This is a big day for aerial firefighting across North America and for our Company. With the radio already in use in Canada and by some U.S. state-led cooperator firefighting agencies, the USFS approval now unlocks the ability for all U.S. federal agencies and contractors on the front lines battling intense and devastating wildfires to have the most up-to-date radio technology at their fingertips.”
CEO Ross Love commented, “This is a pivotal milestone and a testament to the outstanding work of the AEM team. USFS approval not only unlocks the largest market for this essential radio technology but also highlights the strength and value of AEM’s intellectual property. This success underscores our commitment to expanding product development and manufacturing capacity in avionics, particularly in high-value areas such as digital audio, radio, and loudspeakers.”
He further noted, “We are in advanced negotiations with CalFire for a major contract that will see its fleet equipped with our radio technology. CalFire’s crucial role in responding to recent wildfires in Los Angeles has further emphasised the importance of special mission products such as ours and we are very proud of being a small part of their heroic firefighting efforts.”
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