UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
Report Of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant To Rule 13a-16 Or 15d-16 Of
The Securities Exchange Act Of 1934
FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE 2017
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER: 001-34491
DRAGONWAVE INC.
(Translation of registrants name into English)
411 Legget Drive, Suite 600
Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 3C9
Canada
(Address of principal executive office)
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The following exhibits are issued by DragonWave Inc.:
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Press Release dated June 6, 2017 DragonWave Awarded Product and Services Contract for SmartSky Networks |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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/s/ Patrick Houston |
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Patrick Houston |
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Chief Financial Officer |
Date: June 6, 2017
Exhibit 99.1
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DragonWave Awarded Product and Services Contract for SmartSky Networks
OTTAWA, Canada June 6, 2017 - DragonWave Inc., (TSX/NASDAQ: DRWI) a global supplier of packet microwave radio systems, announced today that it has been awarded a product supply and installation services contract from SmartSky Networks, a North American 4G LTE inflight service provider.
SmartSky will deploy DragonWaves Harmony Enhanced and Harmony Enhanced MC products to provide high-capacity backhaul for its ground to air 4G LTE network. Harmony Enhanced MC was selected for the high capacity delivered through its 2048QAM and dual channel capabilities. In addition, the high system gain of the Harmony Enhanced MC makes it ideally suited for the long path lengths in the SmartSky network.
The DragonWave Harmony Enhanced MC product solution offers our desired capacity requirements for SmartSky, said SmartSky Networks Vice President of Services and Architecture Dave Claassen. Harmony Enhanced MC delivers simple installation, operation and sophisticated remote management, so we are thrilled to partner with them to further enhance SmartSkys capabilities.
SmartSky accomplished the threshold technical and business milestones needed to close a major capital formation step as it recently announced securing its $170 million series B financing. Thus, SmartSky is moving rapidly with the deployment of its coast-to-coast national network to bring users fast, seamless connectivity in the air.
DragonWave is excited to be working with SmartSky on its innovative high capacity and low latency inflight offering. This application is ideally suited for Harmony Enhanced MC. said DragonWave President and CEO Peter Allen. We are also proud to be delivering engineering and installation services in support of this network.
About DragonWave
DragonWave® is a leading provider of high-capacity packet microwave solutions that drive next-generation IP networks. DragonWaves carrier-grade point-to-point packet microwave systems transmit broadband voice, video and data, enabling service providers, government agencies, enterprises and other organizations to meet their increasing bandwidth requirements rapidly and affordably. The principal application of DragonWaves portfolio is wireless network backhaul, including a range of products ideally suited to support the emergence of underlying small cell networks. Additional solutions include leased line replacement, last mile fiber extension and enterprise networks. DragonWaves corporate headquarters is located in Ottawa, Ontario, with sales locations in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America. For more information, visit http://www.dragonwaveinc.com.
About SmartSky Networks
Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, SmartSky Networks was formed in 2011 by senior aviation and telecommunications executives seeking to transform aviation using disruptive communications technologies. Working with leading aerospace and technology partners, SmartSky is beginning the rollout of its innovative, air-to-ground network, SmartSky 4G LTE, this year. The network takes advantage of patented spectrum reuse and advanced beamforming technologies combined with 60 MHz of spectrum for
significantly enhanced connectivity. SmartSky 4G LTE delivers data to the aircraft with speeds comparable to next generation satellite solutions and provides unmatched speeds when getting data off the aircraft. A real-time bidirectional link without the latency of satellite systems means SmartSky 4G LTE is a key enabler for new and enhanced apps, services, and hardware. To learn more, visit www.smartskynetworks.com
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements include statements as to DragonWaves growth opportunities and the potential benefits of, and demand for, DragonWaves products. These statements are subject to certain assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including our view of the relative position of DragonWaves products compared to competitive offerings in the industry. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. DragonWaves actual results, performance, achievements and developments may differ materially from the results, performance, achievements or developments expressed or implied by such statements. Risk factors that may cause the actual results, performance, achievements or developments of DragonWave to differ materially from the results, performance, achievements or developments expressed or implied by such statements can be found in the public documents filed by DragonWave with U.S. and Canadian securities regulatory authorities. DragonWave assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by law.
Media Contact: |
Investor Contact: |
Nadine Kittle |
Patrick Houston |
Marketing Communications |
CFO |
DragonWave Inc. |
DragonWave Inc. |
nkittle@dragonwaveinc.com |
investor@dragonwaveinc.com |
Tel: +1-613-599-9991 ext 2262 |
Tel: +1-613-599-9991 |