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For more than a decade, the American defense industry has been supporting the United States military as it engaged in active wartime missions to help protect and defend our country. We are now seeing a shift in missions and with that, new demands and needs from our key customers. At the same time, tightening budgets and the possibility of budget sequestration compound the challenges facing our warÞ ghters and the industries that support them. While waiting for a decision on future budget realities, we must continue to deliver innova- tive products at the most competitive prices possible. By Kevin Ruelas, CEO, Channel Technologies Group Credit: CTG Subsea Defense October 201214 MTRMTR #8 (1-17).indd 14MTR #8 (1-17).indd 1410/4/2012 11:46:26 AM10/4/2012 11:46:26 AM