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BUDD LAKE, N.J. – EMCORE Corporation (NASDAQ: EMKR) has entered into an exclusive, multi-year distribution, agreement supporting North America.

Pioneer will handle sales, logistics, and inventory management to support both U.S. military directly as well as industry partners.

“The Pioneer team is excited about this new venture. We’re confident that our investment in the relationship will improve the supply chain resulting in a quicker and more cost effective response time to the end user.” – David Yormack, CEO

FARMINGDALE, NY – Pioneer received a $3.5 million order to supply the U.S. Navy’s fleet guided missile destroy (DDG) with propulsion and maneuvering kits. Deliveries of the 35 kits will begin in Q1 2025.

The kits will be made my Defense Maritime Solutions in Chesapeake, V.A..

“Pioneer’s team worked with DLA to increase the quantity to provide the economies of scale benefits to the American taxpayer. These units are critical to the DDG’s operational success. We’re proud to be part of the defense supply chain. ” – Gina Calabrese, Director of Customer Business

CHESAPEAKE, V.A. – Defense Maritime Solutions (DMS) a long time supplier to Pioneer Industries, LLC expanded Its relationship with Pioneer by signing a multi-year exclusive arrangement. For the past decade, DMS formerly known as Wartsila Defense Inc (WDI), has sold it’s sustainment items to the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) through Pioneer. This agreement allows Pioneer to provide more sales and support services and expand the customer reach.

Pioneer is launching this new chapter with a multi-million inventory purchase putting material on the shelf at Pioneer’s warehouse for quick worldwide distribution. 

“The Pioneer & DMS partnership over the past decade has extremely productive to supply equipment to the U.S. Navy. This expanded relationship will allow Pioneer to increase our inventory position for faster delivery to the warfighter. have enjoyed tremendous success over the past decade as partners.” – Craig Skerkis, Director of Business Development

SOUTH WINDSOR, CT – Rhine Air, a Capewell company, has entered into a multi-year agreement appointing Pioneer as their exclusive distributor of military aftermarket sustainment items. This new venture will help engage Rhine Air directly with the end user and optimize their revenue stream.

Pioneer will manage all purchasing, warehousing, customer service, packaging, and logistics for Rhine Air.

“The Pioneer team is excited about this new relationship and welcome Rhine Air to our family.” – Gina Calabrese, Director of Customer Business

SPRINGVILLE, AL – Fontaine Trailer, a Berkshire Hathaway Inc company, has entered into a multi-year agreement appointing Pioneer as their exclusive agent of military aftermarket sustainment. This new venture will allow Fontaine to focus on commercial transactions with the comfort to know that military integrator and end user operators will receive the attention and service they warrant.

Pioneer will manage all purchasing, warehousing, customer service, packaging, and logistics on Fontaine’s behalf.

“The Pioneer team is humbled and honored for the faith that Fontaine’s leadership has instilled in us. This is a testament to the hard work and commitment of the Pioneer team to support the warfighter and our industry partners.” – David Yormack, CEO

FARMINGDALE, NY – Pioneer has received numerous orders from NAVSUP for material repairs. This includes computer displays, keyboards, lighting fixtures, water systems, and more. Pioneer is working with Its Preferred Vendor Program suppliers to evaluate damaged material and repair the units so they can return to service.

Repair contracts provide an economical and expeditious alternative to new material for the warfighter and an economic benefit to the OEMs. Pioneer’s Team works with the military buyers and Contracting Office to satisfy all government requirements making it easier for the OEMs.

BOW, NH – Powerbox, (PRBX) a designer of premium quality power conversion systems for demanding applications, uses its expertise to increase customers’ competitiveness by meeting all of their power needs. The core focus is on four major markets – industrial, medical, transportation/railway and defense. In order to expand its reach, Powerbox has engaged Pioneer as their USA partner handling third party logistics around the globe.

Pioneer has been the established PRBX distributor into the military for years. This new arrangement builds on the foundation defense market distribution to provide improved quality and distribution into other non-defense market segments. Pioneer is handling all ITAR, compliance, warehousing, and logistics worldwide.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) has renewed Pioneer’s FFL (Federal Firearms License). This accreditation allows Pioneer to continue to to supply complete small arms on behalf several of our firearm OEMs to the military and government agencies.

ARLINGTON, VA – Raytheon Technologies has increased Pioneer’s scope to include UCC 01308. With this upgrade in supplier classification, Pioneer, the exclusive authorized dealer for Arben Enterprises as well as dozens of other OEMs, will supply Raytheon with more material to support the Patriot Missile Systems around the globe.

It is an honor to support Raytheon and Patriot Missile System. We take pride in all of our accreditations to ensure both our business and the material we supply meet the highest standards to support the warfighter. – Paul Burke, Director of Quality and Infrastructure

FARMINGDALE, N.Y. – Pioneer had the honor of hosting U.S Congressman Andrew Garbarino of New York’s 2^nd District to the Pioneer’s Farmingdale headquarters. The Congressman proudly sits on the House Committee of Homeland Security and the House Committee on Small Business.

Congressman Garbarino met Pioneer’s dedicated team. The Congressman also toured the warehouse and packaging facility to witness Pioneer execute Its daily work.

The team had thoughtful discussions with the Congressman on how the defense budget impacts the warfighter. Pioneer’s leadership also spoke about how inflation and current economic conditions are impacting the supply chain and highlighted how Pioneer Industries is helping to mitigate the current supply chain issues to support the warfighter.

“I was delighted to see how Pioneer conducts their business towards a worthy cause in support of the warfighter. I was also impressed with the storage and packing process of the spares in the warehouse. It’s encouraging to see Pioneer’s continued investment in both resources and staff. I am proud to have toured such a committed, passionate, and patriotic company who is dedicated to those who serve.” – Congressman Gabarino

“We were honored to welcome Congressman Gabarino to our facilities. There were very productive and informative discussions and I appreciate all the insight the Congressman was able to share with us during his visit. Our team appreciates the recognition for their efforts to support the warfighter. We wish the best of luck to Congressman Gabarino and hope he can come visit us again soon.” – David Yormack CEO