Defense Manufacturer Says It Takes Export Controls 'Very Seriously' After AECA, ITAR Violations
A U.S. defense technology manufacturer said it takes U.S. export controls “very seriously” and vowed to improve its compliance after it settled for $1 million with the State Department for export violations. The company, AeroVironment, illegally exported goods and technical…
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data in violation of the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (see 1911200054). “We understand the importance of protecting our technology while making it available to help protect our allies,” Melissa Brown, AeroVironment’s vice president and general counsel, said in a Nov. 21 statement. “We will continue to enhance our export controls and appreciate the Department of State’s acknowledgement of the corrective actions we have already taken.”