CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 12, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Force Protection, Inc. (OTCBB:FRCP) announced today the appointment of Murray Hammick to the position of Vice President, Project Management. Mr. Hammick will report directly to Michael Watts, the Company's CEO. In this capacity, Mr. Hammick will oversee and coordinate all projects at both Force Protection and its wholly owned subsidiary, Technical Solutions Group.
Mr. Hammick is a former Royal Armor Corps officer with operational and technical training, who attended the Long Armor Infantry Course, and also served as a weapons and armor trial officer. He was senior editor of Janes International Defense Review before being recruited by Alvis Vehicles Limited as Business Development Manger and Sales and Marketing Manager for NATO, Australia, and South Africa. While working for Alvis, Mr. Hammick brought out mine protected vehicle (MPV) technology and subsequently won a contract to sell MPV's to the British Army. Mr. Hammick was appointed Product Manager, responsible for developing two armored vehicles and one Special Forces vehicle. He subsequently established Seafire Limited and went on to win a number of contracts, including some in partnership with TSG and Supacat.
Commenting on the appointment, Michael Watts, CEO of Force Protection, remarked, "Murray has demonstrated the ability to manage the development, sale, and production of the types of vehicles we make. We welcome the chance to be associated with him and are very pleased to have him on our team."
About Force Protection, Inc.
Force Protection Inc. manufactures and distributes vehicles that protect and save lives under the Technical Solutions Group, Inc., (TSG) brand. The Company manufactures and markets military vehicles that are protected against landmines and hostile fire. These vehicles are typically used to transport personnel safely in areas infested with landmines and for the actual removal of landmines. The vehicles are manufactured in Ladson, SC, where the Company is based. For more information visit www.forceprotectioninc.com. Recently, Technical Solutions Group was highlighted on CNBC's Business Center. A video clip of the segment is available at: www.forceprotectioninc.com. Contact: Investor Relations, Force Protection, Inc., 714-903-0025, investorrelations@forceprotectioninc.com or visit www.forceprotectioninc.com.
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